A Dialogue

Valeryi Yong

Fashion Stylist and creative consultant Valeryi Yong sits down with us to talk motherhood, family life and her approach to health and wellbeing.

• —What do you love most about being a mother?

  The laughs, the hugs, the tears, the humour, the brutal honesty and the endless love.

• — What has been the most surprising?

  The reality, Motherhood has got to be the hardest thing I have done in my life! The most surprising thing about it is , it teaches you humility, to love unconditionally and how to slowdown and prioritise. You realise your children gift you experiences that overwhelm your heart and nourish your soul like no other.

• — Has your style changed?

  Yes definitely, I dress much more simply and I rely on good quality basics and when it comes to work situations I have a utilitarian approach these days.

• — What are your wardrobe essentials?

  My go to pieces would have to be washed blue jeans, cotton shirts, cashmere sweaters, classic white sneakers.

• — What is your favourite thing to do with your children?

  Swims at Bronte Beach and Yum cha.

• — What is your favourite holiday destination?

  Japan

• — What is your beauty routine?

  My routine is very basic - a facial wash, a good serum moisturizer I’m using Verso at the moment then always a SPF50 sunblock on top my favourite is Cetaphil Suntivity Kids, body moisturizer would have to be Leif’s Lemon Myrtle Sandalwood & Eucalyptus. The only everyday makeup I would use is Kevin Aucoin mascara.

• — What is your approach to health and wellbeing?

  I try to do yoga 3-4 times a week to keep my mental wellbeing on track, I try to eat healthily during the weekdays mainly simple sushi, Poke’s, salads and green juices.

• — How will you be spending Mother’s Day?

  I usually will be given a handmade card that was hidden away months ago ready for this day from my youngest son Jem and this is accompanied with a portrait painting of me. We’ll go out for lunch and then my husband will take over so I can have some Me time!