30.12.11
22.12.11
Vintage Vixen...
Soon I shall be posting about my Sunday spent at Bondi markets with my bestie, Anya. I made a few purchases that day and Anya (my photography buddy) took some insane pictures. Here's a little sneak peek at my new USA vintage jacket...its shoulder pads are to die for!
21.12.11
Coral Concepts...
I think we've all caught on to my obsession with the glorious colour coral. It's the colour in summer I can't seem to live without. The reason I feel the need to write another coral post is because I have landed upon the coral colour of the century!
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| OPI on Collins Ave |
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20.12.11
Braids & Sweet Pastels...
What happens when Italian glamour and sheer elegance get together? That's an easy one...hello Spring 2012 Valentino! Natural beauty paired with minimalistic makeup made for a show-stopping runway. Sheer foundation, highlighted cheekbones and soft pinks created the canvas for Valentino's collection. Not to mention the hair! I'm absolutely tickled pink over braids for the summer, they're so soft on the face...and I think they add a certain euphoric feeling to a gals presence, don't you?
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16.12.11
Got any blacker?
It has come to my attention that a lot of what I own is black. Black pants, tops, shoes, bags and don't even get me started on how many black jackets I own...fill my five wardrobes (yes, I just said FIVE!). So, what does one do when this has come to their attention? Naturally I went out and bought more black! I hit the streets of Surry Hills in search of a gorgeous bargain. I found three for just $42.
If you have never vintage or retro shopped you have not lived! They're the best spots to pick up good buys and it's usually one of a kind stuff. In other words, you wont find yourself at a party with someone wearing the same get-up as you...awkward!
Take a squiz at my new purchases...
If you have never vintage or retro shopped you have not lived! They're the best spots to pick up good buys and it's usually one of a kind stuff. In other words, you wont find yourself at a party with someone wearing the same get-up as you...awkward!
Take a squiz at my new purchases...
14.12.11
Little Effort Required...
I love a hair style that I can wear from day to night, to a BBQ or to a social function, and something that requires minimal effort. In summer, I love to let my hair dry to its natural wave (of course adding a touch of Lee Stafford's Beach Spray to the mix). In the pics below you will see a hairstyle that I hope brings out your natural flower child too. This doesn't mean you need to start wearing clothes that are right out of the 70's (I totally would), but it adds a feminine touch to your look...
Step 2: Begin plaiting, but make sure you're plaiting on a straight angle. This will make it easier for you to join both braids. You simply weave three parts of hair together.
Step 3: Secure at the back with a bobby pin (we will remove this).
Step 4: Repeat on the opposite side.
Step 5: Take out the bobby pin you secured the hair with and grab an elastic. Tie the two plaits together (as high or as low as you desire), then I usually like to take a small piece of hair from the small ponytail at the back and twirl it around the elastic to cover it. Just a nice little touch really.
See, it only took 5 steps and no hair tools or heating equipment was needed!
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13.12.11
Pretty in Pastel...
Celebrities and hairstylists around the globe are bringing back the 80's with pastel inspired streaks...
Ombre...
It seems as though everyone is getting on the ombre dip-dying craze, even Barbie. London's Alex Brownsell is working with the fashion doll, Barbie, to create a line of printable hair extensions. Brownsell has created eight of the sixteen colour combined sketches. The Barbie below was inspired by an "East London Rihanna", with red roots and blue tips, and the attitude to match!
The likes of Lauren Conrad, Gossip Girl's Leighton Meester and fashion girl Rachel Bilson are just a few who have also followed the ombre movement.
The likes of Lauren Conrad, Gossip Girl's Leighton Meester and fashion girl Rachel Bilson are just a few who have also followed the ombre movement.
8.12.11
Fluttering About...
Today was the day! I arrived at rainy Paddington to get my semi-permanent lashes applied at Love Those Lashes. I must admit, I was nervous, excited and jittery all at the same time...which really made for an interesting cocktail of emotions.
Do you know how hard it is for me to keep still for just over an hour?! Well, I did it! It was absolutely and completely pain-free. No effort (on my part) was involved. No intelligence test. Just simply lying in a dim lighted room with a furry blanket over the top of me was all that was asked of me.
Have a look for yourself...
A full set of silk semi-permanent lashes from Love Those Lashes will set you back about $180-$200 (brush included!). Think about all that mascara you wont need. I love that they look natural, not over the top, but not too understated. I'm a very happy chappy (as you can probably tell)!
Do you know how hard it is for me to keep still for just over an hour?! Well, I did it! It was absolutely and completely pain-free. No effort (on my part) was involved. No intelligence test. Just simply lying in a dim lighted room with a furry blanket over the top of me was all that was asked of me.
Have a look for yourself...
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| Sorry about the slant... |
A full set of silk semi-permanent lashes from Love Those Lashes will set you back about $180-$200 (brush included!). Think about all that mascara you wont need. I love that they look natural, not over the top, but not too understated. I'm a very happy chappy (as you can probably tell)!
7.12.11
5.12.11
Seafolly Girl...
It is officially summer...except the weather tells a different story. Nonetheless, I have been determined to find the cutest swim set for summer. Of course I hit Seafolly first! I couldn't shy away from this cute little country girl meets the beach bikini top & bottoms. Swimmers for the summer are really like an investment (aren't they?), and like most things, if you treat them well they'll be good to you in return!
4.12.11
Love Those Lashes...
Okay FABs, the time is here! This Thursday I'm heading off to Love Those Lashes to get semi permanent eyelash extensions. I've wanted to try this ingenious idea out for you all for quite some time now. I shall keep you updated!
You may not have heard about this invention, so you're probably thinking 'what the hell is she going on about?' Well, here goes...
Semi permanent eyelash extensions are a synthetic-style fibre polyester thread material, which is applied individually to add length, thickness and fullness to natural lashes. They're curved on application to replicate natural lashes. The polyester thread-like materials are available in different lengths and can last around a month, depending on the natural growth cycle of your lashes.
The procedure takes an average of 60 to 90 minutes for a full set, with 30 to 80 lashes per eye (a handy tip is not to have a coffee before you go in!). The individual lashes are carefully applied with tweezers and a special bonding agent. This should only be done by trained professionals so don't even think about doing this at home!
To make the look last, touch-ups are available every two to four weeks, taking up to 45 minutes a session. Try to avoid rubbing eyes and be extra gentle with them.
Check out more here
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You may not have heard about this invention, so you're probably thinking 'what the hell is she going on about?' Well, here goes...
Semi permanent eyelash extensions are a synthetic-style fibre polyester thread material, which is applied individually to add length, thickness and fullness to natural lashes. They're curved on application to replicate natural lashes. The polyester thread-like materials are available in different lengths and can last around a month, depending on the natural growth cycle of your lashes.
The procedure takes an average of 60 to 90 minutes for a full set, with 30 to 80 lashes per eye (a handy tip is not to have a coffee before you go in!). The individual lashes are carefully applied with tweezers and a special bonding agent. This should only be done by trained professionals so don't even think about doing this at home!
To make the look last, touch-ups are available every two to four weeks, taking up to 45 minutes a session. Try to avoid rubbing eyes and be extra gentle with them.
Check out more here
xS
1.12.11
Hold On...
I'm always on the hunt for great hairsprays. I love curling my hair, so I need a strong hold, but I hate that crunchy feeling. Don't you just hate that? Instead of your hair flowing in the wind naturally, it now just clumps itself together (and not to mention, it's not nice for your man to run his fingers through). We need to steer clear of hairsprays that are high in alcohol content, FABs.
My picks are the three below...
Lee Stafford Form Hold Barnet Spray
L'Oreal Elnett Satin Diamond Hold Hairspray
Moroccan Oil Luminous Hairspray (it smells good enough to eat!)
You can get these three anywhere, and never rely just on one. Always have BACKUP!
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My picks are the three below...
Lee Stafford Form Hold Barnet Spray
L'Oreal Elnett Satin Diamond Hold Hairspray
Moroccan Oil Luminous Hairspray (it smells good enough to eat!)
You can get these three anywhere, and never rely just on one. Always have BACKUP!
xS
28.11.11
Work that hair out...
I'm a regular at the gym. I do love a good workout, sweating out toxins, getting my heart rate up, and knowing I've burnt a few calories here and there definitely helps! One thing that seems to stump me is my hair. I always like it tied back, out of my face and secure, but I find it so boring working the same gym up-do. So, I've decided to try out a few for you.
Braid it
Tonight, I got my french on...french braid that is, however I did rough up the front a bit so I didn't look so 'girly'. I must admit, I felt a little bit like Angelina Jolie in Tomb Raider!
Put a knot in it
We had the most beautiful weather in Sydney over the weekend and I thought I should take advantage of it. I went for a bay run and whipped my hair up into a top knot. At first it didn't go so well because I was jumping up and down so much...but, I then secured it with another twist of the elastic. Instant face lift!
Just horsing around
The classic gym girl hair-do' is probably the ponytail, yes? Oh, I do love a great ponytail NNNAAAYYY! Change things up a little, wear it high like Gwyneth, or low like Lauren and see what suits.You could even take things further and add braid the front of your hair, then tie it all into a ponytail. So boxer-girl chic!
Don't be shy to play around with hair accessories too. I love wearing headbands to the gym!
Braid it
Tonight, I got my french on...french braid that is, however I did rough up the front a bit so I didn't look so 'girly'. I must admit, I felt a little bit like Angelina Jolie in Tomb Raider!
Put a knot in it
We had the most beautiful weather in Sydney over the weekend and I thought I should take advantage of it. I went for a bay run and whipped my hair up into a top knot. At first it didn't go so well because I was jumping up and down so much...but, I then secured it with another twist of the elastic. Instant face lift!
Just horsing around
The classic gym girl hair-do' is probably the ponytail, yes? Oh, I do love a great ponytail NNNAAAYYY! Change things up a little, wear it high like Gwyneth, or low like Lauren and see what suits.You could even take things further and add braid the front of your hair, then tie it all into a ponytail. So boxer-girl chic!
Don't be shy to play around with hair accessories too. I love wearing headbands to the gym!
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