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A Guide To Racing Carnival Accessories

 

Racing Carnival

 

Pretty accessories for the racing carnival ahead for those who haven’t already found their perfect look already. Best of all, everything is click to buy with overnight ( if not 3 hour ) shipping. You will have to excuse my current obsession with all things Amber Sceats. I just love all of their headpieces…

From left to right :

Equip Sarita Wound Leaves with Net Comb . Morgan And Taylor Jessica Fascinator from THE ICONIC . Amber Sceats Daisy Tiara . Amber Sceats Crystal Flower HeadbandAmber Sceats Spike Comb . Amber Sceats Galaxy Ear Cuff in Silver .  Seed Femme Cracked Metallic Clutch in Silver . Seed Femme Perforated Clutch and the Sass And Bide Sunday Best Clutch.

Photos are not my own. Source as credited above.

My Post-Flight Skincare Regime.

Thanks to a fabulous summer holiday in Turkey, I have silky sun-kissed skin. Something I don’t want to loose after flying for 30 plus hours, as well as heading back to winter weather. Here’s a list of tips, tricks and skincare products I’ll be using to maintain perfect skin today, tomorrow and for weeks to come on my return home.

Philosophy Hope In a Jar Day & Night Cream. Paint this on at night and you’ll suddenly give ‘sleeping beauty’ new meaning. It is my go-to whenever my skin needs an extra hydration boost.

Aesop Fabulous Face Oil. Oils are a great way to combat skin turning dull and dry. This one — which contains sweet almond and macadamia oils — can be used every day on normal or even congested skin. Apply 3-5 drops to clean skin or for an intense hydration hit, add a couple of drops to your moisturising cream.

Puretopia Eye Rescue Refresh & Detoxifying Massage Roller. The Puretopia Eye Rescue Refresh and Detoxifying Massage Roller works to soothe, refresh and help reduce puffiness and dark circles around the fragile eye area which will ensure you don’t look like you’ve just had an all-nighter or travelled 30 hours.

Biore Self-Heating One Minute Mask. The Biore Self-Heating One Minute Mask is a thermal mask that warms to open your pores. The mask draws out and dissolves 2.5 times more dirt, oil, and surface toxins than a basic cleanser, and rinses them clean away with an invigorating cooling sensation. Perfect after a long haul flight – especially when you haven’t had a chance to cleanse properly for quite some time.

Alpha H Instant Facial. A must-have all year round. Keep one in your handbag, or in your carry-on on during flights. Spritz under or over makeup to revitalise and rehydrate skin.

Milk & Co. Body Oil. Coming in at under $15, this super hydrating body oil is a steal. It’s packed with vitamins, minerals and plant extracts and perfect for scars, stretch marks or simply dehydrated skin.

Chapstick Balm. Lips can easily become dry and chapped in any weather. Keep a Chapstick stashed in your pocket to protect your pout whenever you’re on the go, and especially when you’re sitting on a long haul flight.

Paul Mitchell Super Strength Treatment : Paul Mitchell’s Super Strength Treatment instantly rebuilds and restores hair. A must have after days in the sun and surf, or sitting amongst dehydrating aeroplane air-conditioning.

ModelCo Gradual Tan. Maintain your holiday glow on your return and top up your tan with ModelCo’s Gradual Tan and everyday moisturiser.

What are your post flight and winter skincare must-haves? Feel free to comment below!

Photos are not my own. Source as credited above.

ford ecosport suv

Just a few weeks ago, Ford invited me to the launch of their new FORD Ecosport SUV. It was certainly a launch like no other. Instead of looking at pretty shiny cars in a showroom, we met at The Ground’s in Alexandria where we were fed sugar treats and given the chance to become acquainted with what would be our vehicle for the afternoon. We didn’t actually know where we were going or what we were doing until we were handed our personalised schedules on the spot. Lucky for fancy technology – within a minute of being seated in my car, my phone was connected, my contacts synced, my navigation set and we were on our way on our exciting adventure.

Just incase you weren’t already aware, I love shopping. So when I found out our first destination was a cool little urban boutique in Surry Hills I was rather happy. Even more so when given the challenge to spend money in the boutique ( within a budget ) and purchase something which was urban to us. The boutique, Somewhere Clothing ranges gorgeous brands like Bassike, Neuw and Dr Denim, so I wasn’t going to have any trouble finding something I loved.

I decided to purchase a Petite Grand bracelet. Obviously we had to purchase within the ‘urban theme’ – I interviewed the designer of Petite Grand late last year and remember her mentioning that 1. She lived in Elizabeth Bay just out of Sydney CBD – Totally urban – and 2. That she was inspired by everything around her, therefore inspired by urban. Yes I stretched the theme a little, but this bracelet was so beautiful I just had to have it. And I haven’t taken it off since!

With our first destination ticked off and our first task complete we headed to Hibernian House in Surry Hills. I had never actually heard of this place and was overwhelmed when I walked into this building. It is a building which has both office and residential space however in the communal spaces of the building the creative folk who live and work there are able to utilise the wall space from top to bottom to paint. So cool! Here, Ford had organised artists to stream our live instagram posts while on our adventure and create a painting showcasing what we had done, and while we were there we could watch them painting this live…

Hurried out of the building, it was time to head back to the city where we were meeting for drinks at The Rook. It was a chance to catch up with everyone else on the urban adventure to discuss their afternoon, what urban inspired something they had purchased and talk with the Ford team who were up from Melbourne to attend and answer all our questions.

Once again a huge thank you to the team at Ford. This was such an awesome event, and pretending that the shiny new EcoSport SUV was mine for the afternoon was an added bonus. You can watch a video of the day, and see me be an excellent driver by clicking – here.

 

style notes | what to wear valentines day

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I personally won’t be doing anything this valentines day because my boy is currently overseas so this is a little something i put together just for you. These are the dresses i would be investing in if i was doing something . from sexy, to sophisticated, pretty and girly… The way you choose to dress or feel around your man is completely up to you but i think i have each style covered .

Shop the dresses here.

Clockwise from top left : Maurie And Eve Dress . Manning Cartell Dress . Someday’s Lovin Dress . Maurie And Eve Dress.

Photos are my own. Source as stated above.

Valentine’s Day Wish List

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While the only thing I’m actually wishing for this valentines day is time with my boy… I couldn’t help but put together this valentines cliche … A wish list of chocolates, flowers, lingerie, diamonds and anything in the shape of a love heart.

Clockwise from top left :

La perla lace lingerie from net-a-porter . Kikki K coffee big heart mug . ryan storer ear cuff . bouquet of pink roses from grandifloria . haighs large chocolate heart . dipytque roses candle from mecca . Kiikki K life is short, eat chocolate first dark chocolate bar.

Photos are not my own. Source as credited above.