Style according to … Tamara Ralph, the designer loved by Beyoncé and Angelina Jolie

Based in London and originally from Australia, Tamara Ralph has become a go-to designer for powerful and glamorous women such as Beyoncé, Angelina Jolie, Amal Clooney and Gemma Chan. Her intricate statement gowns never lack the wow factor and always steal the show at haute couture week in Paris. Here, she shares her favourite finds from Sydney and around the world.

I am an avid watcher of spy films – like James Bond. I love action sports as well, so I suppose I am a bit of a tomboy in that regard. I also enjoy comedies, as I find that is the best way to unwind after work. As for podcasts, I generally listen to health- and beauty-related series hosted by doctors, and also business podcasts from entrepreneurs across different industries.

I have long been passionate about skincare and wellness, and so my routine is quite comprehensive. I like to mix brands, as I find many excel in certain areas but perhaps not across all categories. I love the brand Medical Beauty Research, and another name that was recently mentioned to me during a trip to Korea is Oera. Another top brand for serums that are very specific and results-driven is Dermaviduals. The brand Auteur has an amazing retinol, and Augustinus Bader is always a staple. As for face masks, my favourites are the SK-II Facial Treatment Mask and Biodance Bio Collagen-Real Deep Mask.

When I visit home in Sydney, I always have to go to Shell House: it’s my favourite restaurant for dinner. As a family, we also love The Boathouse – the Rose Bay location in particular – for Sunday brunch. While there, I also make time for a facial at Melanie Grant, and I love taking my elder daughter (the younger one is still too little) to a play or the ballet at the Sydney Opera House.