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Keeping Warm In Winter 2007-07-18 08:01:25 Hands up if you were cold today. I fought my way into the city with tons of other commuters and the only place where it wasn’t cold was when I was crammed on the train with everyone else because the previous train had been cancelled. I am all for keeping warm but I do have limits on my personal space!
Dressing for winter doesnt have to mean you are decked out in all blacks and greys! I am really loving this green and mocha scarf from Zies of Melbourne for this season. A stylish and functional way to keep warm and enough colour to make you stand out just a bit in order to be noticed. It is available from Adore Beauty and retails for $79.95.
Let’s hope there are no cancellations on the train tomorrow!
A big thanks to…. 2007-07-22 04:00:27 Modern Goddess Online for awarding My New Shiny Shoes with a Rockin’ Girl Blogger Award. She doesn’t hesitate in letting us know she is a big fan of our Friday Finds.
Also a big thanks to Modish Mom. She has given us a Blogging Mama With Style Award for all the great finds that we come up with for parents!
Thanks to both of you as we certainly love to hear feedback from our readers and we can’t help but admit to being fans of both of your blogs. Keep up the great work! Read more:hellip
Think Water - Think Sigg 2007-07-24 08:01:40 Sigg reusable drink bottles combine Swiss quality and craftsmanship into a fun and contemporary design which is ultimately good for the environment. Stopping to put water into a Sigg bottle instead of purchasing water when you are out means that you helping to reduce environmental waste.
Sigg bottles come in a variety of designs and colours and there is one to suit everyone in your family. Whether you are looking for a shiny sleek design, a cute airbus image or a funky fern pattern then add these to your Christmas list.
The prices range from $24.95 and they are available to purchase from Tesora.
Vintage Prints 2007-07-24 05:33:36 If you browse through old newspapers you will notice that vintage advertising meant that you could get away with being both cheeky and charming.
Long before the day when everything had to seem politically correct and you had to think before you opened your mouth, prints from the bygone era captured a charm that is long forgotten.
Vintage
prints make great focal points from a design point of view and if you are looking to add a bit of character into your decor, then selecting one or two of these precious gems might be the inspiration your room is seeking.
Pet Photography 2007-07-23 05:10:13 Capturing photographs of our loved ones for some people also means capturing moments between ourselves and our pets. If you live in Perth, Red Balloon Days offers a Pet Photography Package and whilst it doesn’t come cheap at $245 - the package includes a 1-2 hour session with a professional photographer to capture precious moment at the location of your choosing.
But for someone looking to immortalise their pets from photographs already taken, Etched In Memories can photo engrave directly onto a pendant whilst Red Balloon Days can create a personalised cushion of your favourite pet image.
Both gifts provide everlasting memories of those special pets from our childhood or our adult years.
I found this on Friday! 2007-07-26 08:01:23
1. AFL Collingwood Magpies Cufflinks from Ties and Cuffs
2. Covet - Sarah Jessica Parker from Perfume Connection
3. Transformers Optimash Prime from dStore
4. Classic Black Drop Earrings from Creatively Belle
5. Spot Print Gathered Front Tee from Witchery Read more:Friday
Shoe Boxes 2007-07-25 08:01:13 You might think it an odd thing for me to talk about - shoe boxes? Well Pink Lily has created a business around just that very subject. Clear shoe boxes for easy storage and stackable if you happen to have an Imelda Marcos’ love of shoes.
I must admit that I am one to hunt around every morning for a pair of shoes and I can never remember where I have left them. If I did miraculously put them in the wardrobe then it really is a case of having to search through the pile. I must also admit that I harbour a love of black shoes in particular so when you have a dozen or so pairs of black shoes in the mix then they all start to look the same after a while.
Pink Lily’s shoe boxes retail for $10 each and if you purchase 10 then they will also throw an extra two boxes your way. Read more:Shoe
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Father’s Day 2007-07-29 08:01:33 Dads seem to be the ones who, when it comes to gift giving, tend to be the ones who are forgotten. On the whole, buying something for dad can be more difficult than mum, but it is no reason not to buy him anything at all.
Even if you do end up resorting to socks and jocks at least he knows they are given with love.
Australian men have the reputation of being the bbq kings so using the stereotype as a basis for a gift might be a good place to start. Does he drink - think wine or a selection of foreign beers. Book a lunch in his favourite restaurant, or think about what music he likes.
Gifts like body washes and lotions may seem odd at first but it is a good opportunity to buy him something that he wouldn’t particularly buy himself - provided it is not totally out of character. And if he has a sweet tooth, then lollies and chocolates are also a popular choice.
Regardless of the budget, there is a gift out there to suit. It is just a matter of narrowing down your choices. Read more:Father
Do You Dream of Being a Jedi? 2007-08-01 18:50:23 Do you dream of being a jedi? You can be! Our jedi costumes will have you looking your best for Halloween! If you are searching for the best halloween costumes, sign online today! We have a huge selection of adult and kids costumes. No matter what your style, we’ve got a costume to suit your needs! Read more:Dream
More Inspiration For Dad 2007-07-31 08:01:16 For those of you who don’t want to get your father a tie or a pair of socks, Red Balloon Days has a wide array of activities that you can send your dad on to show just how much you care!
Activities range from aerobatic flight to wine tasting in the Yarra Valley. Read more:Inspiration
Designer Names at Bargain Prices 2007-07-30 08:01:01 George of Asda proved to be a phenomenal success in the UK when a high profile name was associated with an affordable range of clothing. Debenhams UK also releases new and stylish designer ranges every year at essentially what is a mid-price department store. And now we are following suit in Australia.
Josh Goot, one of Australia’s most promising young designers has joined forces with Target to release the new Josh Goot for Target collection. The collection was initially priced between $59.99 and $129.99 although the recent sales saw a huge slash in prices.
The designer collection follows on from Stella McCartney’s collection which was released earlier this year.
I do applaud the stores for taking major initiatives when it comes to fashions and branding but only time will tell whether Target is the correct medium for them to sell their wares! Read more:Designer
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I found this on Friday! 2007-08-02 08:01:27
1. Mossimo Essentials Travel Pack from Metrosensual
2. Florence Broadhurst Cushion - The Cranes from Peter’s of Kensington
3. Minimink Milk Teddy from The Rocking Horse
4. A Child’s Night Dream from Reader’s Refuge
5. Winter Sakura Contact Mirror from Strawberry Jam Read more:Friday
What a novel idea! 2007-08-02 03:30:08 Fancy some time to yourself, sitting back and losing yourself in a good read. Reading is a great way to relax, especially after a hard day’s work or a stressful day.
Choosing a book to suit your mood will also enable you to get more involved in the story line. If you find you are rereading the same line over and over or just can’t get into the story, then don’t be afraid to have two or more books on the go.
A lighter read might suit you more at bedtime but for a nice leisurely Sunday afternnoon read you might just be able to pick up that classic novel
you had always been meaning to finish.
Check out some of these great finds currently doing the rounds at the bookstores:
A Thousand Splendid Suns
Claudia: Daughter of Rome
The Interpretation of Murder
The Perfect Gift for Someone Special 2007-08-01 21:41:48 Do you need the perfect gift for someone special? Our gift baskets are the perfect choice! We offer a huge selection of wine gift baskets and corporate gift baskets to choose from! No matter what holiday or special occasion, gift baskets are the perfect choice! Sign online today for the best in gifts! Read more:Perfect
, Special
Feeling Blue? 2007-08-06 08:01:51 Check out these Blue Green Charm Earrings available from Wishlist. Bohemian inspired fashion is making a comeback and these earrings will fit right into the current trend.
These gorgeously adorned hoop earrings by Palas feature handpicked semi-precious gemstones in cooling hues of aqua with shiny mother-of-pearl tone stones.
So if you are inspired by Sienna Miller and the Olsen twins’ boho style, then make the most of this fashion comeback while it lasts. But as always - if you miss it the next time around - wait a while and you should see it eventually come back in fashion again! Read more:Feeling
Chocolate Dreams 2007-08-05 08:01:20 “After about 20 years of marriage, I’m finally starting to scratch the surface of that one [what women want]. And I think the answer lies somewhere between conversation and chocolate.” - Mel Gibson
A recent post from Anne at Diva Days inspired me to seek out some great chocolate gifts and here is what I came up.
Rocky Road Tempter Experience - $59
Let them experience four deliciously enticing flavours to tempt the tastebuds – from mint and cappuccino to white chocolate and original, you’ll have them begging for more after they’ve tasted heaven in a box!
Fudge Pack - $56.95
This chocolate assemble is devilishly delicious! Packed full of sinful treats that will impress the finest chocolateur! Includes rum balls, chocolate cookies and cinnamon flavoured dark chocolate.
Frecklicious- $29.95
This delicious freckly gift consists of a funky white noodle box with wire handle, a huge kilo of chocolate freckles and a personalised gift tag. A great gift for c Read more:Chocolate
, Dreams
I found this on Friday! 2007-08-09 08:01:54
1. Desktop Finger Drum Kit from Smarter Life
2. Fendi Men’s Collection Mini Zipcode Sunglasses from Esunnies
3. L’Occitane Almond Apple Toning Cider from SkincareStore
4. My First ABCs and Spelling from Games Warehouse
5. Denim Girls Bootleg Jean from Zodee Read more:Friday
Something for Baby 2007-08-08 08:01:51 The Hip Infant carry a great range of gifts and I just love the Kathy Kruse range of toys. In particular, the Labellies Horse and the Grabbing Toy Elephant are just stunning.
The fabrics make the toys stand out from the usual designs featured on baby products and the toys are part stuffed with beads and stuffing. Tactile toys are great for baby, stimulating their brain as well as their fine motor skills.
These are sure to be a hit with baby (and mum and dad) too!
What does your tshirt say about you? 2007-08-08 06:19:09 If you are looking for a great gift for the guy in your life (or yourself) then try Remo. They specialise in tshirts in a wide variety of designs catering to everyone in your whole family. Their designs range from Albert Einstein, a guinea pig , Australiana designs and great one liners!
Be warned though the sizes are very generous so go at least a size (or two) smaller than what you are generally used to buying.
The quality of the tshirts are excellent and with their range of humourous, modern designs -this online store will have you coming back time and time again.
Aromatherapy Oils 2007-08-12 08:01:43 Relaxation and “me” time is very important particularly as over the years my life seems to have gotten a lot busier.
I love scents and the smell of quality aromatherapy oils burning in the background as it helps relax me or rejevenate me, depending on what aim I am looking to achieve.
The Modern Goddess is retailing a range of oils called Goddess-ence Oils, developed by Anita Ryan-Revel, creator of www.goddess.com.au.
Each of the seven oils are named after the patronesses of the chakra. A full explanation of the oils can be found here as well as suggestions for when to use them.
The oils retail for $20.60. Read more:Aromatherapy
Covet and Lovely - A Perfume Success 2007-08-15 08:01:44 I have always been a Sarah Jessica Parker fan ever since her “Ed Wood” days but I must admit to not having seen any of the Sex and the City episodes. That didn’t stop me from falling in love with both of her scents and adding them to my list of must have perfumes for summer.
When Lovely
was released I must admit I was a bit dubious about ‘yet’ another celebrity releasing a scent into the marketplace. But I was surprised by the quality of the floral scent, making it perfect for daytime wear without being too overpowering.
And now with the release of Sarah’s Covet - she has truly shown that she is more than just an actress releasing a perfume. Covet is another very feminine perfume with a unique freshness. It supposedly “traps you in a hypnotic bouquet of crushed geranium leaves, fresh Sicilian lemon, and French lavender laced with decadent chocolate, magnolia and honeysuckle.”
The cheeky catchphrase “I had to have it&rdq Read more:Perfume
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Elle Macpherson Gets Intimate 2007-08-15 04:39:19 Elle Macpherson
Underwear is a very successful enterprise and it just goes to show that with the right level of marketing and a quality product, a long career in business is possible for a celebrity.
The Elle Macpherson Intimates range is one of the prettiest lingerie brands available and most of the major lines are available online at Zodee.
The Shadow range is very feminine combining a classic design with a retro inspired print (as seen left). And one of their most comfortable brands to wear is the Sheer Ribbons set available in a choice of colours.
Star Branding 2007-08-13 08:01:54 Turn on the television or open a magazine and you can’t miss the popularity of star branding. No longer are companies using unknown faces to sell brands or products - they have learnt that by using a popular actor or model that the marketing appeal will reach a wider audience.
The actors it seems are no longer just doing it for the cash or because no other work is offered to them. There was a trend when actors would film advertisements purely for viewing in Asia but now it seems actors are happy for their name to be mentioned alongside a product as long as the product is worthwhile.
The entertainment industry has also changed as there never used to be the crossover between film actors to television, let alone advertisements. But with the mass appeal now guaranteed to sell a product, companies are willing to pay the higher prices to put a well established face behind their brand.
Think Clive Owen - Think Hypnose Homme by Lancome
Think Cate Blachett - Think SK-II Facial T Read more:Branding
Everybody wants to Get Featured! 2007-08-19 21:54:56 If you’re looking for a great way to get additional exposure on the web, then you simply must check out Fēchr (pronounced ‘Feature’), a site where you can get your blog or site featured for 24hrs on their website.This is certainly a great opportunity. Your blog will be exposed to new readers and get additional traffic from places I’ll bet you haven’t even thought of! So definitely try your luck and hopefully get your blog featured on their main page for 24 hrs. Fēchr won’t promote low quality sites, so your site must have some good content.
Is it free? Yes it’s FREE (for now), so you’d better hurry, visit their site at http://www.fechr.com to get your site Fēchr-ed! Read more:Everybody
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Elle’s Top 5 2007-08-19 08:26:52
Elle.com voters say these face washes kept them in the clear!
1. Neutrogena - Oil-Free Acne Wash - The number one dermatologist recommended acne-fighting cleanser.
2. Shu Uemura - Skin Purifier - A two-in-one cleanser and makeup remover that helps maintain the skin’s integral balance while thouroughly ridding the skin of impurities.
3. St Ives - Apricot Cleanser/Mask - This cleanser/mask removes impurities in just one minute restoring softer smoother skin.
4. Philosophy - Purity Made Simple - is a liquid crystal cleansing emulsion that removes makeup, dirt, oil and debris in one step. You need this product if you crave deeply cleansed skin!
5. Clinique - Mild Facial Soap - Step 1 of Clinique’s 3-Step Skin Care System. Clean with soap the way Clinique’s dermatologists prefer. Clinique soap leaves skin feeling fresh, clean and comfortable.
The September issue of Elle magazine is on newstands now.
I found this on Friday! 2007-08-16 08:01:24
1. GoSMILE AM PM Whitening Toothpaste Duo from Skincare Store
2. Nike Air Max Light from Sole Provider
3. G Magazine - Australia’s first green lifestyle magazine from Isubscribe
4. Beer and Snacks Hamper from Wishlist
5. It’s Wiggle Time! by Imaginetics from Purple Turtle Toys
Read more:Friday
Pillow Talk 2007-08-22 08:01:29 Whenever I see the ads on tv featuring dust mites - I am not sure why - but it is one of those things I would prefer not to think about!! Especially in lieu of the fact that I might actually be sleeping on a bed which might contain them!
Well today I was reading an article about a study put forward by scientists at Manchester University which mentioned that up to 16 different species of fungus were found in samples of pillows over 18 months old. Err - gross!
If that news doesn’t make you race out and buy new pillows for your whole family - then nothing will.
Here are a few pillows I discovered online just in case you don’t have time to run out to the stores. I am sure some of them “mite” offer express post.
Organic Cotton Pillow from Biome retailing for $90.
Sleepeze Feather Pillow from Badbacks retailing for $59.
Memory Pillow from Deals Direct retailing for $18.95
and finally the Medipillow from Innovations for $49.
Happy dreams!
Put some style back into your wardrobe! 2007-08-21 08:01:12 Often going to work may mean wearing drab suits and outfits that just don’t inspire you. Now that the weather is showing signs of getting warmer - add some oomph back into your wardrobe. Just because you have an office job doesn’t mean you can’t let a bit of your personality shine through.
Check out these fun but stylish numbers available online to purchase.
This spot print camisole features metallic gold spots, adjustable button-up grosgrain tape straps and frill detail at front.
It is available in silver as shown.
It retails for $109.95 and is available to purchase online from Witchery.
This crushed chiffon and lace shirt is ideal for the busy woman as it requires no ironing.
The button front shirt features contrasting trim at sleeves and down centre front. The top also comes with a seperate camisole with lace detail.
It retails from Ezibuy for $79.95.
By adding a few choice pieces every season, it is a cost effective way to give your wardrobe a boost with
Still stuck… 2007-08-20 08:01:19 If you are still not sure what to get for your dad, Matt from Tonic Gifts has given his own take on the subject.
Visiting your dad rates as number one on his list with a phone call following a close second.
Here are a few more suggestions to add to Matt’s list:
Fawlty Towers Box Set
Father’s Day Sweet Gift Pack
Pedometer 10,000 steps
Poker Night
You really do not have any excuse as online shopping now makes it even more convenient to pick up something small, without having to break the bank and the variety available will cater to the fussiest fathers! Read more:hellip
The humble bra turns 100! 2007-08-27 08:01:11 For good or bad, they changed the shape of history - here are a couple of our favourites:
Simone Perele - Caracas Contour Bra - $94.95
- Contour bra with plunging neckline
- Padded with beautifully embroidered cups
- Smooth microfiber fabric
- Trimmed with ‘gros-grain’ ribbons
- Fancy scalloped edges
Elle Macpherson Intimates - Skin Lights Printed Contour Bra - $54.95
- Beautiful print contour bra
- Lightly padded cups provide subtle shaping and uplift
- Fully adjustable straps
- Pretty lace detailing
- Designed to cross co-ordinate with the Skin Lights range Read more:turns
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