Summer Favourites

Hello Blog Buddies!

As many of you will know, summer is coming to an end here in beautiful Melbourne. The days are certainly cooling off and the temperatures are dropping faster in the evenings. So before the long summer evenings completely vanish, I wanted to share a few things I have been enjoying over the past few months...

Due to my husband's shoulder operation this summer, we were a little bit house bound and forced to stay close to home. Being a bit of a 'home body', this did not phase me... I can easily make a day disappear either in a book or on my computer. 

I must confess however, I also did some significant 'binge watching' of Netflicks' original series, 

'The Crown" this summer. 

I have to say, it is one of the most beautifully shot series I have seen in recent times. The cast is truly outstanding (once you get past the fact that Prince Phillip is being played by Doctor Who... which is easy to do as he nails HRH's mannerisms) and the costumes and settings are sumptuous and elegant.

Without doubt, it has made me want to overhaul my wardrobe completely, (in an effort to dress like Princess Margaret) always drink hot beverages out of a china cup, and has definitely inspired me to re-think head scarves. I am also thrilled to discover that there are at least three more series in the making... Tally Ho!

In an effort to drink more water this summer, I have purchased a couple of bright tumblers that for some reason, do make it easier to drink two litres of water a day... 

and for around $3, whatever works, I say!

I was fortunate enough to receive some beautiful Hourglass products at Christmas. The gorgeous Sheridan from @thelookbysheridan was kind enough to give me a lesson in how to use these products for all occasions. She was so generous with her time and taught me so much. The highlighters, (Ambient Incandescent and Ambient Euphoric)  are my particular favourites along with Sheridan's favourite brush, that as a make-up artist, she says she can't do without... the Nars Yachiyo Kabuki brush is an extremely versatile brush that I now use every day.

Another beauty product I am currently enjoying is the GoTo Skincare 'Face Hero'. It is an oil that can be used on all skin types and can be applied either in the morning or evening... or both. Even though any of the Go To products are worth purchasing simply because of the hilarious instructions, I was was rather hesitant about putting an oil directly onto my face on a regular basis. What was I thinking? The always delightful Zoe Foster-Blake will never lead you astray... I can honestly say that my Go To Skincare products have greatly improved my overall complexion. Oh... and its an Australian product... Yay!

Finally, my love of rose gold continues (these clips are actually a great deal more 'rosy' than they are in this picture) and I have particularly enjoyed finding the odd bit of it for both my home desk as well as my work desk this summer.

So there you have it... a bit of an odd selection but these truly have been a few of my favourite things this summer. 

Let me know what you think of 'The Crown' if you watch it...

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Elegance ~ Summer Favourites

Hello Blog Buddies!

We have currently all been enjoying a warm summer in Melbourne. 

To help celebrate holidays and the start of a new year, I thought it would be an appropriate time to discuss some of the things I am currently enjoying...

Here is my selection...

I have already mentioned the 'eos' range of lip balms in a previous blog. Australia has recently been introduced to a similar range of 'colourful balls' called 'Revo'. 

At a Blog Conference last year, our fabulous 'goody bag' contained the white one displayed here, in the photo. It is flavoured with coconut and is consequently 

the quintessential smell of summer. 

The balm itself, is long lasting and feels smooth on your lips.

(I also like the fact that they look really cute with my 'eos' balms displayed in this glass 

jar in my bathroom!)

  

I am also loving my rose gold iPhone. The colour is so pretty.

'Santa' placed this gorgeous 'Dannii Minogue' candle in my stocking last year. The smell is simply yummy and it makes my whole house smell dee-vine! The candles come in two scents... Marshmallow (my personal favourite) and Black Fig.

The fact that Ms Minogues range is available at Target Australia and is reasonably priced, also adds to the appeal.

My husband was extremely thoughtful and 'nailed Christmas' last year with these beautiful books from 'Kikki K'. One contains inspirational quotes and the other is a blank book with stunning colours on the pages, which just invite you to write and scribble down all your thoughts and ideas.

Finally, my favourite book this summer is, in fact, a cook book. I have been a long time 'enthusiast' of Ms Lawson and remember reading her column about beauty products when I was living in London. During that time, she released her first book 'How to Eat'. 

'Simply Nigella' is her ninth book and contains simple, easy to follow recipes. This summer I was also fortunate enough to attend a breakfast meeting where Ms Lawson was interviewed. She was funny, delightful and incredibly gracious... all qualities I admire and aspire to.

So there you have it... I hope you are all enjoying the summer vibe in Australia at the moment and to my friends in the Northern Hemisphere... I hope you are all cosy.

What are you currently enjoying at the moment? Let me know...

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