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  • Time for another look at some of the wonderful products that have been coming through my mailbox lately (so many good smelling things!)

    One of my favourite things to find is awesome haircare. If my dry hair soaks it up it must be good stuff, and I've most recently had an 'I'm in love' moment with these little capsules of hair oil from Troppicoco. Every time I pop this product through my damp hair before drying it (along with some heat protectant) my hair comes out feeling so silky and smooth. People have also been commenting on how shiny my hair looks lately. I thought one capsule wouldn't be enough for my thirsty hair, but it seems to pack a punch. Another bonus is they're vegan!




    The minute I opened that mail package I could smell just how amazing these were! You've probably seen some candles and diffusers from these guys floating around my blog before, and I've always been impressed with the lasting scent of those, so I was really excited to give their soap a go (sounds a little weird, but if you could honestly smell these you would completely understand). These bars aren't drying on the skin at all and my bathroom always smells amazing after I use them. Also they're an Australian owned business which just makes it even better (I'm probably a bit bias there).


    If you have the room to spend a little bit extra on your skincare (which if you're going to invest in anything, why wouldn't it be your skin, it's with you for life after all), this product from Medik8 is something worth checking out. I've sworn by having a serum in my skincare routine since the moment I started using one and I've had some hit and misses in my time, but this stuff is a massive hit! Using this product has made my skin feel so much more hydrated, especially during this colder weather, and overall it feels smoother and looks so much healthier and happier.

    A bit about the product and how it works - this is a serum you keep on hand for use at night to let your skin really soak up the benefits. With most serums, when you apply them to your skin it first converts to retinaldehyde and then to retinoic acid, which you skin soaks up to repair itself. The Crystal Retinal product from Medki8 however converts to retinoic acid first go, meaning your skin can soak up the benefits 11x faster than usual. This helps to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, make your skin feel smoother and all that good anti-aging stuff.



    I pretty much don't have an excuse to have dry hands for the rest of my life after this sweet delivery from Crabtree & Evelyn; a tin filled with little travel sizes of some of their best selling hand creams.  Not only is the packaging super fun with vintage vibes, they have also just dropped their brand new Autumn Winter 2018 line, that will not only leave your hands feeling soft but also smelling amazing. I currently have a full-sized tube of their hand cream that sits religiously by my bed and I couldn't live without it.


    The collections from Erstwilder never stop being cute. This pin is from one of their newest lines, Erstwilder x Rocky Horror - a classic! This is the Wild and Untamed pin and it just adds a cool and edgy look to any outfit you add it to. Also, it doesn't scream 'I'm wearing a Rocky Horror Picture Show inspired brooch', so if the musical isn't your thing but you still love the pin, no one needs to know.

    . 5/30/18 .
    . 5/28/18 .


    The weekends always seem to fly by so quickly lately. This Saturday just gone, my mum and I were treated to a wonderful lunch at the recently renovated Shoal Bay Country Club. The club has recently undergone a $6 million refurbishment that has transformed the club from a run-down venue into a place with a vibe I absolutely love.

    Aiming to give the Port Stephens area a place with a bit of a cosmopolitan feel, the new colour scheme and design just screams summer. The pastel colours combined with an amazing array of plants (which is probably why I love it so much) make you instantly feel relaxed when you walk in, and because it's literally across the road from the beach, you can pop out for a swim when you're done. There are a few different areas where you can either sit and eat or grab a drink and relax, and each is just picture perfect.

    Seated in the main dining area, which sits upstairs and looks straight across the picturesque water view across the road, mum and I decided to try out their Peri Peri Chicken pizza and also went for a classic Chicken Schnitzel. The food was on point and you certainly get what you pay for; we had to take the rest of ours home because they certainly don't skimp on portion sizes. I also grabbed an iced coffee. I normally ask for no cream and ice-cream but this time I completely forget - not that I'm complaining because it was hella yummy!

    If you're looking to have a nice day out with friends, family or other loved ones, maybe you want somewhere special to head for an afternoon drink or you need a spot for your next event, I highly recommend checking out the new Shoal Bay Country Club - the Instagram photo spot opportunities are endless!

    Thank you to the Shoal Bay Country Club for hosting us and providing a complimentary meal and to the wonderful staff who served us during our visit.x.


    . 5/25/18 .




    I've been trying to cut refined sugar out of my diet as much as possible lately, but the latest collection from Models Own certainly has made me feel tempted to go out and buy a stack of doughnuts. I love when a brand brings out a super fun and eye-catching collection, and there's no denying that the Models Own Cheat Day collection is certainly that. Clearly inspired by all things pink, sugary and damn delicious tasting, the range also has a stack of super cool and beautiful looking products.


    A perfectly beautiful and stunning range of highlighter shades. No matter what kind of colour sheen you prefer with your highlighter, this palette has you covered. The powders are super lightweight and offer a variety of shine depending on your preference. If you're wanting something a little more subtle, the lighter pink is your go-to. If you want people to be blinded and stopped in the street by your on-fleek highlighter, the other two will get the job done.

    The minute these came out of the packaging I could wait to whack them on my lips; I was instantly sucked in by the beautiful metallic colours. These are liquid lipsticks, so they dry down and won't be moving around on you throughout the night. They have an incredible colour payoff and the lightweight formula means your lips are left feeling super dry or like the product is going to flake off. Build up the intensity for a bolder look, or maybe add a little sheen to your favourite lip colour for just a little something extra.


    Now I get the point of this product; when the lid is on, the little circles look like rows of doughnuts - but does anyone else just think with the lid off they look like funny little nipples, I'm just saying. That aside, the product itself is actually awesome and the brand has brought to life a pretty cool concept. If you haven't yet mastered putting together complementary colours for a cool eyeshadow look, this palette does all the work for you. Each pan contains two shades that not only go together perfectly, but will create an eye-catching and high impact look. Of course that doesn't mean you can't get a little creative and mix whichever colours you like. Some of the mattes may need a little bit of build up to get a real stand out colour, but that allows for you to really control the intensity of your look.

    . 5/24/18 .


    While I'm normally one for a vintage tee, some jeans (usually with a rip in them somewhere) and some boots, that doesn't mean I don't know how to throw on a girly outfit every now and then. 

    With the winter chill certainly in the air here in Australia, this outfit has been perfect for those casual Fridays at work. It's super warm thanks to this thick, long sleeved crop from Zaful, and I love the flared sleeves and added detail with the black piping.

     I'm also obsessed with this jumpsuit from Valleygirl. Not only is the gingham print right on trend, it fits perfectly into a work setting while still looking cute and being the comfiest thing to wear during a long day at the office. Every time I'm out and about people always stop and ask where the jumpsuit is from; that's how you know you're onto a winner. Unfortunately it no longer seems to be available online, but they do have this cute, striped one which is of a similar style and now I also really want.