In this issue, we would like to introduce two people who really inspire the Darling Sisters with their style, personalities and talent.

 Koop Kooper is the charismatic man behind Cocktail Nation, our favourite podcast.

Cocktail Nation is all about lounge, jazz, retro and exotic music and news from the World of Swank. The Darling Sisters simply can't do housewiffery without it.

More to the point, Koop is a truly charming, stylish man with a voice that makes us both go a bit wobbly at the knees! He also has a penthouse apartment with a Tiki Bar, and a collection of vintage hats. Swoon ...

Koop Kooper - image by Jack St Cyr

Leah Austin, and her lovely partner Roy (a champion sweetie), are the creators of Custom Vintage, our favourite primate-friendly place for cosmetics, not to mention a huge range of clothing, accessories and gifts.

Leah is an incredibly energetic woman who loves all things retro and beautiful, and has created for us our very own body butters and soy candles! Leah and Roy have created their family-owned business from scratch and are moving from strength to strength.

The gorgeous Leah and Roy ... lovely!

Read on and learn more about these two wonderful friends!