Outfits of 2012

Hey lovelies, sorry for the picture heavy post, but I wanted to share with you all the outfits I wore in 2012 (I've even included the bummy ones from overseas - where I LIVED in my thongs! haha).

I always find it interesting looking back at the things I wore, some outfits I still like and others I'm like.. "what was I thinking!?".

I'd be interested to know what your thoughts are and which outfit you liked most (if any)?

I still don't think I've quite worked out what my style is yet. I mean I know what I like and I know what I don't like but I'm not sure if I can describe my style in a word.

How about you? Can you describe your style in a word?

xx

PS. I hope you all have an amazing time celebrating the new year!!

Boxing Day Sales 2012 (My Top Picks)

In-store

Lush

Myers

Bardot

Betts

Online

The Iconic

Adore Beauty

Westfield

Merry Christmas Everyone!!

I've got a Christmas breakfast and lunch to go to (and I'm still stuffed from the christmas eve dinner we had last night), so I'll be rolling from one place to the next today, but will be doing it with a huge grin on my face :)

I hope you all have an amazing day filled with laughter and happiness.

xx

400 Followers Giveaway Winner!

Yay I'm so excited to announce that the winner of my 400 followers giveaway is..







Congratulations, I hope you enjoy this pack of goodies!

I'll get in touch with you shortly to get your details (hopefully you'll get this pack just in time for Christmas!)

Thanks to everyone who entered, I really appreciate your support.

xx

Christmas Wishlist

Benefit Coralista, Slatkin & Co. First Bloom Candle, Crocs Adrina Flat, Smashbox Limitless Eyeliner in Black Violet, Ally Skirt in Floral Print W/Dipped Hem, MAC Flamingo Lipstick, Nike Free Run+ 3 in Hot Punch, Essie Mint Candy Apple mini, Rebecca Minkoff Moonstruck Bag

It's that time of the year again, and isn't it magical? I never used to get into Christmas but over the last few years I've really gotten into the spirit, putting up the christmas tree, listening to christmas albums and decorating my desk at work. I even don't care that it's daggy... it's fun!!

I always daydream about what I'd love to get for Christmas, so I thought I'd put this wishlist together of all the things I've been pining for lately. Not that I'm expecting to get any of them, but a girl can dream right?

I'm just looking forward to spending some quality time with my friends and family.

What about you? What's on your Christmas Wishlist?

xx

PS. Don't forget to enter my 400 followers giveaway if you haven't already :)

November Bellabox

It came with..

Swisse Hand Cream with Vitamin D and Pomegranate (sample size)
Organic Spa Face Exfoliant (sample size)
Bioderma Sebium H20 Cleansing Water (sample size)
4me Nail Polish Remover Pads (full size)
Ocean Essence Gold Eye Cream (full size)
Palmolive Luscious Strawberry Smoother Body Wash (sample size)
Bloom Glitter Liquid Eyeliner (full size)




I'm so impressed with the eye cream that came in this month's box! It's amazing (and worth $40!).
Not bad for a $15 subscription!

xx

PS. Don't forget to enter my 400 followers giveaway if you haven't already :)

CLOSED>>> 400 Followers Giveaway!

This little blog of mine has reached over 400 followers!! Can you believe it!?

To celebrate I'm giving away this HUGE pack of goodies to one lucky reader.



Which includes...


Yellow Japanese Style Blouse from I.D.S Fashions (AUD Size 12)


Black Rope Mini Skirt from I.D.S Fashions (AUD Size 12)


Vintage Handbag (Thrifted)


3x Nailpolishes
(Revlon Demure, Ulta3 Mulberry & Revlon Top Speed in Stormy)


Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Sandstorm &
Natio Rich Colour Creme Gloss in Calm


2x Eyeshadows (Revlon Satin Shimmering Sienna & Rimmel Glam Eyes in Black Cab)
and 1x Rimmel Soft Kohl Eyeliner

And last but not least..


Natio Facial Cleanser (sml), Body Creme (sml), Body Wash & Polish (sml),
Intensive Night Cream (lge), Face Moisturiser (sml) and Hydrating Mask (sml)


To enter all you have to do is..

1. Follow my blog via google friend connect or bloglovin' (let me know which one)
2. Leave a comment

Extra entries...

+1 if you tweet this (link me @thriveonnovelty)
+1 if you follow me on instagram (thrive_on_novelty)
+1 if you 'Like' my facebook page
+1 if you subscribe to my youtube channel

I will draw the winner on Sunday the 16th of December so hopefully you should get it just in time for Christmas!

Oh and this is open internationally!

Good luck everyone and thanks again for following!

xx

Falling to Pieces

Topshop Denim Shirt, Topshop Black Skater Dress, Airflex Booties, Parliament Bracelet, Vintage Guess Watch,
OPI Alpine Snow Nailpolish

I picked up this denim shirt from topshop in Melbourne, it was surprisingly the only thing I bought from there! I was expecting to buy a tonne but I found most things were a little overpriced and nothing really stood out to me (except for this denim shirt of course!). Denim shirts are an absolutely staple for me in Spring and Summer. They're lightweight, versatile and give your outfit a chic laidback vibe.

I'm over the moon for my sister and her fiance who have decided to get married next March in Fiji. They are the most adorable couple and I couldn't be happier for them both. Rob and I just booked our flights and accommodation and can't wait to go. I love spending time with my family (as sad as that sounds) and I just know my sister's wedding will be beautiful. She's been overseas for the last 7 months and I've been missing her so much! She gets back in a few weeks though so I won't have to miss her for much longer.

I hope you're all having an amazing week!

xx

Derby Day 2012

Hey lovelies, I thought I would share some pics with you from Derby Day (last weekend). Sorry it's taken me so long to post them! I think I've still been recovering this week haha. This was the first time I've been to Derby Day and it was so much fun!! It was even better than I thought it would be!

The girls and I booked one of the Derby Day cruises (which we paid extra for) and it was so worth it as we could go back onto the boat whenever we felt like it for gourmet food and drinks, away from the crowd and the hot sun.

I really want to go again next year and would definitely recommend it to anyone who hasn't been before. Just make sure you pace yourself as it's a BIG day!

xx

Topshop Wishlist

Tall Co-ord Floral Blazer, Bronzer in Desert Sun, Polka Dot Flippy Dress, Europe Night Map Tee by Tee and Cake, Floral Jacquard Tux Jacket, Tall Dip Dye Tee,  Canvas Studded Slippers,  Structured Blazer, 

I'm going to Melbourne this weekend with the girls and I'm so excited!! We're going to Derby Day (Annual Horse Race) on Saturday and I can't wait!!

I'm also really looking forward to going shopping! Melbourne is the best place to shop in Australia in my opinion and one place I'm really looking forward to going to is Topshop. I've picked out a couple of things I'd looooooooove the get! Although these are all from the UK site so not sure if they'll have them in Australia.. but I'm sure there will be TONNES of amazing things for me to choose from while I'm there.

I'm really looking forward to getting away for the weekend.. It's going to be so much fun!

I'll be sure to share all my happy snaps with you when I get back :)

xx

Have you heard of Popbasic yet?

If not.. let me fill you in!

Popbasic is kind of like the beauty sample boxes but with clothes and accessories instead! How cool is that!? I'm so excited about it and can't wait for the first parcel to become available.

So each month they release a mini-collection of three items (two trend pieces and one basic) along with a beauty or lifestyle surprise. So you can follow the trends while building your collection of wardrobe staples.

The package is delivered to your door each month for around $50-$100 depending on the items. The good thing is though, you don't need to purchase the collection each month (unlike the beauty sample boxes) you can just purchase it whenever it tickles your fancy or if you'd prefer, you can purchase the items individually.

Plus they offer free shipping to Australia and the US! Woohoo!

To get an idea of what the pieces will look like, here are some pics from their first collection (which will be launched in December - so verrry soon!)-







I can sooooooooo see myself wearing these pieces!! Especially that yellow necklace. Eeeep im so excited!!

What do you think? Will you be signing up?

xx

*This is not a sponsored post*