Boxing Day Bargains

I LOVE going boxing day shopping - despite the crazy crowds! It's become a yearly tradition that we look forward to around Christmas. This year was even more fun, as we could shop for the little man too! Here's what we got from..

Lush

2x Vanishing Cream Facial Moisturiser (RRP $40ea, Sale Price $20ea), Ultra Bland Facial Cleanser (RRP $18, Sale Price $9), Popcorn Lip Scrub (RRP $10, Sale Price $5), It's Raining Men Shower Gel (RRP  $14, Sale Price $7) & Magic Wand (RRP $10, Sale Price $5)

Sportsgirl
(excuse the wrinkles)

Khaki Jacket (RRP $90, Sale Price $40)

Cotton On

Minnie Dress (RRP $40, Sale Price $15)

Sadie Cross Back  Tea Dress (RRP $40, Sale Price $15)

Myers

Navy Spot Tights (RRP $25, Sale Price $12)

Benefit Hot 2 Trot (RRP $51, Sale Price $35)

T2

Twenty Moments (RRP $20, Sale Price $10)

Target - Baby

(excuse the wrinkles)

Target Baby Top (RRP $8, Sale Price $4)  &
Target Baby Shorts (RRP $6, Sale Price $3)

Target Baby Onesie (RRP $12, Sale Price $6)

Target Baby Top (RRP $6, Sale Price $3) &
Target Baby Shorts (RRP $6, Sale Price $3)

Target Baby Top (RRP $10, Sale Price $5) &
Target Baby Shorts (RRP $8, Sale Price $4)

Did you pick anything up on Boxing Day?

xx

Review: L'Oreal Elvive Extraordinary Oil Mist for Fine Hair

After running out of my trusty leave-in conditioner, I went in search for a replacement. I had used Moroccan Oil in the past and was keen to use something similar, but not as heavy (it weighed down my fine hair). I looked online at the Morrocan Oil "Light" and was contemplating buying it when I received a tiny sample of the L'Oreal Elvive Extraordinary Oil from Priceline as part of their regular newsletter. 

To be honest, I wasn't expecting much, just something to get me through the next few days. I decided to use it when my hair was wet to help detangle it, which it did.. but not only that, it also left my hair feeling super soft. I said to myself "I have to get this oil!". So I went out and picked up the L'Oreal Elvive Extraordinary Oil Mist for Fine Hair. I figured that the spray would be more versatile than the pump, as I could use it when my hair was both wet and dry. It would also be less messy as I wouldn't need to rub it in with my hands, just spray and brush! 

Now I am absolutely in-love with this product! It leaves my hair feeling smooth, shiny and frizz free. It also smells amazing (my hubby even commented on how good my hair smells!). It's a bargain too at only $20 (as opposed to $40+ for the "high street" version). I've totally been converted and won't be going back to leave-in conditioner.. it's oil mist all the way!

Do you use a hair oil or oil mist?

xx

A Day in the Life (Australia Day)

I thought it would be fun to share with you guys what a typical day looks like for me. Obviously weekends are more fun than weekdays (who wants to see pictures of a computer screen..?) and what better day to document than Australia Day!!

So here goes..

8:45am - Grabbing something light to eat
(I should eat fresh fruit for breakfast more often!)



9:30am - Showered and ready for the day



9:45am - On our way to brunch with the in-laws



10am - Brunch = Chai Latte & Salmon Stack from Artespresso
(not much of a stack.. but delicious!)



12pm - Recycling week-old flowers



12:30pm - Listening to Triple J's Hottest 100



12:45pm - Retail Therapy!



3pm - Adding some glitter to my day



3:15pm - Catching up on Pretty Little Liars
(I'm obsessed with this show)



4:15pm - Putting our wedding album together
(it's a slow process using double sided tape)



5:15pm - Practicing doing my sister's hair and makeup
for her wedding in March



9pm - Dolled up and ready for a night out
(in my new dress!)



10.30pm - Enjoying a cider.. or two.. or three..



So there you have it!

What did you guys get up to this Australia Day?

xx

Dolce Vita Jemma Platform Boots

I'm super exciting about my new purchase :)

I got these gorgeous boots for half price at urban outfitters..





I can't wait till they arrive in the post, I have a feeling I'm going to wear them to death!

Do you guys like them?

xx

Urban Decay Naked Palette

I FINALLY jumped on the Urban Decay Naked Palette bandwagon after seeing it pop up on all my favourite vloggers "top products of 2011" videos. I thought about getting the Naked 2 Palette but the colours in the original seemed more versatile.





Already I'm in love! The palette has the perfect mix of colours and they're so pigmented. The case is pretty too! I love that it's velvet and I didn't even realise that until it arrived. I'm not a HUGE fan of the eyeshadow brush. I do however love the eye primer that came with it, I tried it out over the weekend and my eyeshadow didn't crease or budge.. which is exactly what you want in an eye primer!

I'll definitely be using the primer and palette to do my makeup for the wedding. I'm thinking.. virgin, sidecar, hustle.. but we shall see.. I'll have to have a play around with the colours. There are so many combinations to try!

xx

This = Love

Wrangler denim shirt, About a girl skirt, Betts wedges, Mulberry bag,
Nicole by OPI in Prized Possession Purple



So ecstatic, I picked up this mulberry bag while op shopping yesterday for.. drum roll please.. $25! Can you believe it? Talk about a bargain. I absolutely love it! It looks and feels real but who knows it's probably a fake.. even a fake is worth a few hundred though so I'm still cheering!

I'm completely addicted to the hunger games at the moment and have been enjoying reading it in the sun over the weekend. I'm almost finished and will definitely be buying the second book of the series. I would highly recommend reading it if you haven't already.

Tomorrow's my first day in my new job (eep!). I'm super nervous but excited at the same time. Wish me luck!

xx

PS. I'm now on twitter, chictopia & lookbook so come find me (I'm feeling a little lonely out there haha)

The Hunger Games

Have you guys heard of the hunger games series? I just bought the first book purely out of curiosity because everyone is raving about it.

It's based in the future where a powerful government working in a central city called the Capitol holds power. In the book, the Hunger Games are an annual televised event where the Capitol chooses one boy and one girl from each district to fight to the death. The Hunger Games exist to demonstrate not even children are beyond the reach of the Capitol's jurisdiction.

It sounds a bit sick and twisted to me, but I'll give it a go.

Have you read it/heard about it? What are your thoughts?

xx

My Birthday

Yesterday was my birthday and I had the BEST day!

I took the day off work (hallelujah!) and woke up to breakfast in bed (robbie made me pancakes with strawberry love hearts - he's so sweet!)..


Then met up with mum for lunch..




..and to see Harry Potter (in 3D - hence the sexy glasses)



Then went to my new fave vintage shop and bought some much needed dresses..







Mum and I then met up with the rest of the family for dinner (at one of my fave restaurants).


All in all, a perfect birthday! :)

Oh and I did take pictures of my outfit but I might post them another day as this post is already picture heavy.

Hope you're all having an amazing day!

xx

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Run, don't walk

I've had such a great weekend!

Friday night the girls and I got together for the gala screening of bridesmaids -

The movie was HILARIOUS! I was laughing out loud the whole time, definitely one to see with the girls!

We also got a cute little goodie bag too :)


Yesterday I finally went out and bought an iphone (woohoo!) I'm having so much fun playing with the apps! So far I have the weight watchers, get running, sleep cycle and wheres wally apps :)

and I couldn't resist getting a few things from Lush while I was out..

Honey Bee bath ballistic, Porridge soap & Bathos bubble bar

Today I'm gonna grab a good book, a cup of tea and just cosy up and read. God I love weekends!

I hope you're all having a good one

xx