1. Hotel Challis The rest of the Zambesi team are staying in the Zetland apartments with the new collection but there wasn’t enough room for me. I managed to get into this hotel at the last minute — It’s small and affordable, and a very quiet, comfortable place to rest my head after busy days of castings and fittings. • 21-23 Challis Ave, Potts Pt.
2. Fratelli Paradiso One of my favourite restaurants in Sydney — I have memories of many Zambesi dinners here. A casual Italian restaurant in the heart of Potts Pt, which also does the best breakfast, with fantastic coffee and great service. I had the scrambled eggs, kale, focaccia and pine nuts yesterday. • 12-16 Challis Ave, Potts Pt.
3. Ariel Books A beautifully presented bookstore specialising in architecture, art, interiors and fashion books, and one of my special places to spend some downtime in Sydney. They are open late and I love the quiet atmosphere. • 98 Oxford St, Darlinghurst.
4. Dust This is a small eclectic vintage store, and I always manage to pick up a treasure from here. I really love the selection and the intimacy of the space. • 381-383 Liverpool St, Darlinghurst.
5. The Green Park My favourite Sydney pub. I have many memories from previous trips catching up with friends here. It's lively, with an old-school atmosphere and great place to drink a pint. • 360 Victoria St, Darlinghurst.
• Zambesi will present their latest collection at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia on May 16.
