EDITORIAL · SA STYLE MAGAZINE · ISSUE #27
interview · words · creative direction
NATASHA OAKLEY INSTA ROLE MODEL
What would you do if you had 1.8m+ followers on Instagram who watched your every upload and replicated your every outfit?
You give them something incredible to look at of course.
Following Tash Oakley’s Instagram feed is like being privy to a pristine selection of polaroid-sized postcards summoning you in to the life of a jet-setting bikini blogger. With toned tan skin and enviable blonde hair, Tash is every bit the Aussie girl next door, except her passport is packed full of global hotspots.
A love for the lens and ability to rock a killer swimsuit has launched quite the career for Tash and her bestie, A Bikini A Day co-founder Devin Brugman. This super savvy girl lets us in on her journey, her travels and the secret to maintaining those gorgeous curves.
“Women should embrace who they are and never compare themselves to anyone else. Beauty truly comes from the inside. I encounter this all over the world. There are people who wouldn’t be considered ‘beautiful’ by industry standards, but who I think are some of the most beautiful people I have ever met. Their intelligence and personality shine through more than the colour of their hair or their size.”
The sun is out and we’re ready for the beach. What should be our summer essentials?
A wide brimmed sun hat, a comfortable pair of high heeled sandals or wedges, a stylish beach bag, obviously a Monday Swimwear bikini, TUMI luggage and a pair of cat eye sunglasses.
You’re on-the-go constantly. Can we take a peek into your beauty travel bag?
Crème de la Mer rose mist, Crème de la Mer face moisturizer, Clinique Mineral Sunscreen Fluid for Face, Bumble & Bumble Beach Spray and Moroccan Oil.
Okay, work week is done. No time for a workout. Let’s cheat! What’s your meal of choice?
Burgers, without a doubt. Umami in LA is my absolute favourite go-to.
laura prior. 