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Make Or Break 2007-04-24 02:49:33 Accessories can make or break an outfit. Too many can complicate an outfit and not enough can leave you looking a little bare.
“They can completely change the look of an outfit, and women like the idea of having a wardrobe that’s versatile. For instance, a strong piece of jewelry can make a simple outfit look elegant.” - Giorgio Armani
I subscribe to the less is more theory. If you find just the right belt or necklace to complement an outfit then the hard work is already done for you. You just have to sit back and wait for the compliments to start rolling in.
One such piece which is bound to get you compliments is the Flower Cut Out Pendant by Fabienne. It is available in gold or silver and is one of my favourite pieces at the moment. Taking its inspiration from the Greek goddesses, this versatile necklace is perfect for today’s modern goddesses. Read more:Break
Etched In Memories 2007-04-21 05:43:15 Etched in Memories are giving you the opportunity to win an eco-friendly, 100% cotton, handmade jewellery box and photo album.
To be eligible, simply place an order with Etched In Memories before the 9 May 2007 and answer an easy question.
Visit their competition page for full details. Read more:Etched
The Creation of Wealth 2007-04-30 15:01:46 Whether you are looking for increased wealth for your business or for your personal life, many people believe that Feng Shui holds the key. Feng Shui has been in existence for over 4000 years and focusses on making the most out of your environment in order to benefit you directly.
Attracting wealth is certainly not a new concept and with the popularity of The Secret, many people are now looking to the unseen forces to help boost their income.
The The Feng Shui Shop provides a number of ornaments which are believed to have a direct influence on the money in your pocket. The money frog, one of the most recognisable symbols from my travels in China, is available in store as well as traditional lucky coins and one of my favourites, a pair of bronze pigs. The pig, one of the 12 symbols of the Chinese zodiac, encompasses the characteristics of accumulating wealth and is generous to a fault. The good thing about the pigs is that if you find you are having trouble with your relationships, Read more:Creation
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Do You Have A Sweet Tooth? 2007-04-29 15:01:55 Chicos, Cobbers, Sherbies, Freckles, Fantales and Redskins all conjure up sweet moments of my childhood. And knowing you can buy all these goodies online - well it just doesn’t get any sweeter than that!
Rainbow Designs provides gorgeous treats such as a Big Chocolate Box, a Big Lolly Box and for those so inclined, a half kilo of sour sweets. They are all conveniently presented in noodle boxes and ready to be shipped out at a moment’s notice.
Rainbow Designs also features a blog which gets updated every time a new product or promotion is on. Their latest addition features two divine gift boxes which include an array of beauty products for those who may be sweet enough already. So check back often as you may just find something which takes you back to your childhood regardless of what age you are. Read more:Sweet
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While The Sunshine Lasts 2007-05-02 15:01:51 Fosters may have just released a mid-strength version of VB to rival other mid-strength beers on the market, but beer drinking will always remain one of Australia’s most popular pastimes. So while the sun is still shining, grab your six pack and a few of these stylish accesories and make it a barbecue to remember!
- A Built NY Six Pack BYO Bag made from neoprene to prevent minimum leakage and prevent them from breaking
- All Purpose Holder Steady Sticks takes the frustration out of spilling your drink outdoors
- Fridge Magnet Bottle Opener makes it easy to open drinks in one action Read more:Lasts
Kate Moss Fashion 2007-05-01 15:01:57 You may have seen the headlines in the Sydney Morning Herald about Kate Moss
and her newly released clothing line for the UK High Street fashion store Topshop. And you might be thinking well what does that have to do with me seeing as I live in Australia! But did you know that Topshop actually delivers to Australian addresses as well?
Yes admittedly the exchange rate does not work exactly in our favour. It does enable you to stay up with the latest trends in England even though they are a season ahead of us or behind us - depending on which way you look at it.
Due to the popularity of Topshop as an affordable but fashionable place to shop, customers were only allowed to try on eight garments from the Kate Moss range which included 50 designs. Shoppers were only allowed to purchase 5 items from the total collection and no more than one size in each design. Topshop were hoping that by doing this it would minimise the risk of the items being sold on Ebay at inflated prices. The sam Read more:Fashion
I found this on Friday! 2007-05-03 15:01:26
1. My Mum from Tonic Gifts
2. Blue Topaz and Pearl Drop Earrings from Gillett’s Jeweller
3. Cullen Sauvignon Blanc Semillon from Winemakers Choice
4. Cricket Ball Key Ring from i Love Sport
5. Vintage Tee Shirt from Ezibuy
Read more:Friday
Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day - Part Two 2007-05-07 15:01:31 If you haven’t purchased anything yet for your mum, you still have time. But get in quick as any postage delays may mean that she may just not receive it. Order any later than Tuesday or Wednesday and there is no guarantee she will get your gift.
Gold Class Vouchers from Wishlist
Let mum view her choice of film in style with these Village Cinema gold class tickets. All gold class cinemas feature reclining armchairs, adjustable back and footrest and provide the ultimate cinema experience. This gift includes two tickets and you never know your luck, she might just take you with her!
Cost: $71.90
Afternoon Tea Kit from Red Balloon Days
Now what mum doesn’t enjoy a sumptuous afternoon tea. And if she can’t get to it, then it will certainly get to her with this decadent Kit. This gift comprises cups, saucers, biscuits, a selection of tea as well as a teapot with a tea infuser.
Cost: $165
A Selection of Books from Dymocks Online
Take your mum on an adventure Read more:Part Two
Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day - Part One 2007-05-06 15:01:31 There are many great gifts available online for Mother’s Day so there is really no excuse not to show her how much you care. Over the next two days we list our top picks available from Australian stores to suit all budgets.
Queen For A Day from Roses Only
Make your mum feel just like a queen with this stunning gift pack. This gift features the Award-winning perfomance by Helen Mirren in The Queen, a box of long stemmed coloured roses, Lindt chocolates, rose oil and pot pourri.
Cost: $119
Delicious Magazine Subscription from Isubscribe
A magazine subscription is the gift that keeps on giving all year long. Combining the best of Australian cuisine with the best of the world, Delicious is is glossy, sumptuous and packed full of tasty and achievable recipes.
Cost: $69.95 for a 12 months subscription
Body Butter & Sea Salt Scrub Pack from Adore
Products by Bloom are always exquisitely packaged and this gift pack is no different. Available in either refreshing Green Tea & B
I found it on Friday 2007-05-11 02:09:01
1. Prison Break - Season One from DVD Orchard
2. Flowergirl Candy Jar from Cafe Bride
3. Code Femme from Perfume Cart
4. Sock Monkey from Modern Parents Vintage Ways
5. Supernanny from A Little Luxury
Read more:Friday
Simple Statements 2007-05-09 15:10:55 I am a big fan of red carpet events whether they are attached to the Brownlow Medal, the Logies or the Oscars. I may not watch the whole award ceremony but I love to see what people are wearing and how sometimes they just can’t help but get it wrong, despite the number of advisors they might have.
I did manage to catch the beginning of the Logies and whilst some outshone others in the fashion department (Lisa McCune), others seem to still get it very wrong (Jeanne Little).
Admittedly this year, I found my eyes drawn to those with the simpler style dresses as I find that I am often reminded of High School formals and debutante balls with the fancier frilly frocks that just don’t seem to cut it in the fashion stakes.
The black dresses seemed to outshine a lot of their coloured counterparts including those worn by Rachel Griffiths, Kate Ceberano, Livinia Nixon and Natalie Bassingthwaite (as pictured).
If you are looking for something to wear to an event then think black to ma Read more:Simple
Shizen - Made in Australia 2007-05-08 15:01:46 Shizen is an Australia
n company who produce beauty products based on the healing benefits of powerful botanicals. Not one to use sulphates, parabens, mineral oils, propylene glycol, artificial fragrances or colours, they choose instead to promote their products with Nothing To Hide Ingredients. And they do not test any of their products on animals.
Shizen have been in operation since 2003 when the founder of the company, Simone Wyndham, released her first product. Since then the company has been featured in numerous magazines and the Shizen Lip was awarded the Best New Spa/Aromatherapy Product category, by the New Woman Beauty Awards in 2004. In 2006, Shizen were also highly commended for the Moisturising Body Cleanser and shortlisted for the Never Oily Bath Oil and Lip Tint. This is not bad for a company who has only been selling products for 4 years.
Shizen (pronounced SHHI-ZEN), just in case you were wondering, means natural in Japanese. Their products range from lip tints and
I found this on Friday! 2007-05-10 17:28:20
1. Prison Break - Season One from DVD Orchard
2. Flowergirl Candy Jar from Cafe Bride
3. Code Femme from Perfume Cart
4. Sock Monkey from Modern Parents Vintage Ways
5. Supernanny from A Little Luxury
Read more:Friday
Simple Statements 2007-05-10 08:15:08 I am a big fan of red carpet events whether they are attached to the Brownlow Medal, the Logies or the Oscars. I may not watch the whole award ceremony but I love to see what people are wearing and how sometimes they just can’t help but get it wrong, despite the number of advisors they might have.
I did manage to catch the beginning of the Logies and whilst some outshone others in the fashion department (Lisa McCune), others seem to still get it very wrong (Jeanne Little).
Admittedly this year, I found my eyes drawn to those with the simpler style dresses as I find that I am often reminded of High School formals and debutante balls with the fancier frilly frocks that just don’t seem to cut it in the fashion stakes.
The black dresses seemed to outshine a lot of their coloured counterparts including those worn by Rachel Griffiths, Kate Ceberano, Livinia Nixon and Natalie Bassingthwaite (as pictured).
If you are looking for something to wear to an event then think black to mak Read more:Simple
Just For Mums 2007-05-16 15:59:58 I must admit I have a passion for gorgeous lingerie and I found it very disappointing with the lack of pretty but practical bras that were available when I was pregnant.
HOTmilk have created a very feminine range to appeal to the fashion conscious mum and they really will help you feel that little bit more attractive.
Prices start from an affordable $54.95 for a bra and $24.95 for briefs and are available from Zodee .
Starring Me! 2007-05-15 15:57:42 I don’t know about you but I loved reading books which starred me!
I had a selection of personalised books which I read over and over again which featured my friends and I and they were read from cover to cover until they fell apart (and even then I continued reading them)!
One of my favourites in particular was My Special Monster Mystery and I almost believed I was the detective in the book. This of course led me down the path to read every Trixie Beldon and Nancy Drew book that was ever published - but that my friends is another story.
Of course these days the range has grown and your child can star in books alongside such popular characters as Nemo and Winnie. But for me I love the classics and I have a soft spot for Alice in Wonderland and The Vintage Rabbit.
I think I know what my daughter is getting for Christmas!
Not Just Another Bunny Rug! 2007-05-15 00:23:09 Trying to think of a gift to buy a newborn baby can be problematic. Girls can be inundated with pink clothes and mums may just get sick of looking at the colour blue!
With this gorgeous Oobi Bunny
Rug - the pink is downplayed with the contrasting chocolate stripes and you can’t help but fall in love with it.
Chocolate is a popular colour featuring on many popular children’s brands at present and this limited edition bunny rug strikes the balance between the pink and chocolate tones perfectly.
It is is available from Kids Gift List for $34.95 and is machine washable.
Boden 2007-05-14 00:28:58 Living in the UK for a number of years gave me the opportunity to stock up on some great fashions but now with the benefit of online shopping and international shipping, sometimes we can have the best of both worlds.
Boden offers international shipping at a relatively cheap rate and although again with the pounds versus dollar, it doesn’t exactly work in our favour, these are definitely clothes worth spending your money on.
If you are not familiar with Boden, they offer quality clothing for men, women and children and have been in operation since 1991.
They are well known for their hotch potch cotton tops for both women and children and offer a stunning array of quality silk dresses and skirts.
If you are looking for something stylish to help you stand out from the crowd or are looking for a gift which is just a little bit different, then you might just find something here.
I found this on Friday! 2007-05-18 03:12:41
1. Jelly Belly Gift Pack from Everything But Flowers
2. Vanilla Body Lotion from Beauty Banquet
3. School Bus Play Set from Unique Kids
4. Pears Soap Sign from Sarah J Home Decor
5. The Memory Keeper’s Daughter from DVD Orchard
Read more:Friday
A Winter Wonderland 2007-05-22 08:01:10 Winter is all well and good if you manage to avoid the coughs, sore throats and runny noses that essentially go with it. I love the smell of eucalyptus and the Badger Winter Wonder Balm from W.S. Badger Company features this scent as one of its key ingredients.
The balm is a sinus-clearing chest rub with the fragrance of eucalyptus and mint. It also includes essential oils such as tea tree and rosemary which have been used to treat upper respiratory conditions for generations.
Although it is a chest rub, the balm can also double as a soothing herbal steam inhalation. It is available from Adore Beauty and retails for $19.95. Read more:Wonderland
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Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea 2007-05-21 08:02:46 C.S. Lewis was quoted as saying “You can never get a cup of tea large enough or a book long enough to suit me” but I am sure he would have approved of The Cancer Council’s approach to raise money for its fight against cancer. Australia
’s Biggest Morning
Tea has been running for 13 years and this year will be no different.
The official day is Thursday 24 May and over 1,000,000 will be drinking tea and coffee in their bid to raise money for this very worthy cause.
And if you are in need of a new mug for the occasion, check out Jamie Oliver’s new range of Royal Worcester Mugs from Home Couture. Whether you are a Party Animal, a Big Spender, a Bossy Boots or a Top Dad, there is bound to be one to suit you.
The People You Meet 2007-05-20 08:01:53 While I enjoy working for myself and shopping for a living, one of the most enjoyable aspects of the job is the people I come in contact with every day.
Kylie from Aussie WAHM works hard in bringing together like minded people, working toward a common goal and learning from one another. She is very supportive and for that reason, she created Blog Whammy - a way to support and promote each other in a unique way.
Through her efforts I have been able to meet and get to know some very hard working and dedicated people who happen to be the faces behind some of my favourite online stores.
If you aren’t familiar with Rainbow Designs, Quilt Fabric Delights or Beauty Banquet then check them out. They have an array of gorgeous products and gifts to suit everyone.
Lapis Lazuli 2007-05-19 23:09:15 I was browsing the Modern Goddess and stumbled upon an article about the Lapis Lazuli. The colour of the stone is a rich and vibrant blue and interestingly enough, it was the first gemstone to be worn as jewellery.
The Lapis Lazuli was first mined over 6,000 years ago in Afghanistan and, as Nicole points out, is regarded by many as the stone of friendship and truth.
It is not a stone we see featured in many jewellery pieces but after a quick look at some of the online stores I managed to discover these little gems.
Lapis Lazuli Garnet and Bali Silver Earrings
Beautiful exotic earrings made with garnets and lapis lazuli - a gorgeous combination of colours. All components sterling silver.
Available from Arts Connect - $29
Lapis and Mother of Pearl Pendant
A stunning Lapis Lazuli and Mother of Pearl Pendant supported by sterling silver features.
Available from Jewellery Express for $35
Lapis Lazuli Earrings
These stylish earrings feature 5mm lapis lazuli. The 14ct yellow gold earrings
I found it on Friday! 2007-05-24 08:01:58
1. The Classic Overnighter from Peter Alexander
2. Little Twig Bath Mitts from Minifashionista
3. 3D Snakes and Ladders from Dstore
4. Isola Luce Island Romance Candles from Adore Beauty
5. 500 Piece Ultimate Chip Set from Ties and Cuffs
Read more:Friday
Time for a Sale? 2007-05-23 08:01:42 Now who doesn’t love a good sale? At SaleSpot, all items are constantly reduced so there is always a bargain to be had.
They currently sell stock at reduced prices from 35 online retailers with items being discounted from 5% to a massive 80%. And the best thing about this kind of sale shopping is that you don’t have to fight any other shoppers to get to the goods.
Sale Spot features a number of categories to make shopping easier for you including Kitchenware, Handbags and Luggage and For Kids.
New products are listed daily so don’t forget to keep checking their New Arrivals section to see what is on offer.
Searching internationally 2007-05-28 08:01:19 Sometimes I may read about a product which I just can’t find in Australia and I have to resort to purchasing it from abroad. As an internet shopper I do not limit myself just to stores within Australia and major international sites like Amazon sometimes can be very helpful in finding a book or a cd that I just can’t locate in Australia.
Some products you may find are unable to be sent internationally due to licensing restrictions but on the whole, the only limitations you may stumble across is the lack of money in your wallet!
Internet shopping really does make the world a smaller place and having spent many years abroad, I am content doing my shopping from Australia, England and the US/Canada as it really comes down to what is most convenient to me at the time.
Plus it also enables me to purchase a unique gift that someone may not be quite expecting.
Fabric Delights 2007-05-28 01:19:19 Are you on the lookout for some gorgeous fabrics for your quilts, children’s clothing or craftwork? Well look no further. Quilt Fabric
Delights is a one stop shop for your material needs including such gorgeous ranges from Free Spirit, Amy Butler and Roger Kaufman.
They also stock a growing range of books and patterns for you to choose from to complement their selection of fabrics.
Sarah Leak, the owner is based in South Australia, and somehow in between running her family and her business, she also manages to make gorgeous creations such as this backpack for her daughter.
I particularly love the Sakura range by Robert Kaufman which is an Asian-inspired oriental themed print which includes a mix of beautiful florals, butterflies, fans and cranes.
I found it on Friday! 2007-05-31 08:01:44
1. Miu Miu by Prada from Esunnies
2. Djeco 3D Puzzle Animals from My Wooden Toys
3. Slumber Bath Soak Travel Pack from Go Go Gear
4. A Love Story in 781 Chapters from Wishlist
5. My Counting PJ Set from Zodee Read more:Friday
DeVine Goddess 2007-05-30 08:01:12 Napoleon Perdis is taking over the world one department store at a time and why shouldn’t he! Napoleon Perdis, Australia’s leading makeup artist, is all about transforming runway to reality to bring out the celebrity in you.
His Auto Pilot range (of which I am a big fan) is currently available in a miniature collection which includes Auto Pilot Pre-foundation Primer, Eye Spy Eye Cream and Primer, Lip Service, Re-touch Skin smoothing Cream, Pore minimizer and Dream Cream for Face. It is selling for $28 in a Napoleon Perdis travel bag for a limited time only in department stores and concept stores across the country.
And while you are out shopping, can you pick me up a DeVine Lipstick! I think Nymphe is my colour!
Melissa George was the face of Napoleon Perdis’ recent DeVine Goddess
campaign in support of the Ovarian Cancer Network Australia (OvCa). For tips on how to recreate her look, visit Napoleon Perdis.
With catch phrases such as “Trust me&he
The New Face of Hugo Boss 2007-05-29 08:01:22 He may not have entirely won us over in Match Point where he played a liar and a cheat but to P&G owned Hugo Boss, Irish actor Jonathan Rhys Meyer is the new face of Hugo. Signed on late last year, as a bid to try and attract a younger demographic to the brand, P&G are aiming to up the awareness of Hugo in the States.
Celebrity branding has been used for years by manufacturers but this is the first time a celebrity has been used in the marketing for Hugo. He is certainly an interesting choice when you look at other faces which have been used to relaunch fragrances in the past.
The ad can be viewed here. What do you think? Would he inspire you to purchase it?
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