The Green Thumb

Flowers In Bloom

For the last nine months my mother and I have been in gardening mode. I recently had my small courtyard re-landscaped so keeping the plants alive and thriving has been a challenge. I'm no green thumb but thankfully my mother is a horticulturist, landscaper, and plant whisperer in disguise. Talk about wonder woman! We spent our whole Sunday afternoon plant positioning, replanting, and weeding. Well, to be honest, mum did. I learnt that I was great at supervising and daydreaming about what this will all look like in spring.

Here's a sneak peak {have you noticed how beautiful the colours blend together in flowers? I'm not surprised to see so many floral prints in both today's streetstyle and runway trends}

all photos were taken by me on an Olympus PEN Lite EPL-2

Anna Dello Russo

Accessories Collection for H&M

Say what?? 

Yep you heard me! I checked my emails today and found this piece of wonderful news! Anna Dello Russo (ADR) is partnering up with high street label H&M. Her loveable personality, her daring flare, her over-the-top sense of style will be available to H&M customers in the form of jewellery, sunglasses, shoes and bags. What more could a fashionable girl ask for. You will be able get your own piece of ADR glamour in your pretty little fingers from October 4, 2012 (marking that one in my calendar). 

Head over to the H&M website to read up on the press release announced today or follow her blog:

image source: H&M News

image source: H&M News

John and Ginger

The Family Home

While I was in Sydney last month I visited my cousin Tanya Mahoney's quaint little store, John & Ginger, found in Freshwater minutes away from Manly. Her home wares store (named after her two adorable children) is unique because it's styled in the sense that you walk into a very stylish home. A fresh change from simply stocking goods on a shelf that we see in countless home ware stores of late. It allows the buyer to imagine how each piece can be styled in their own home. Well that's how I feel each time I visit. I only wish my home was big enough to house everything she sold. {One day I'll upgrade from my two bedroom apartment to a four bedder; which she's kindly promised to give me a hand in styling, thanks couz} 

Did I mention Tanya's an interior decorator; with over 10 years experience; taking in inspiration from her travels around the globe; who's also an absolute sweet heart. I've admired her (and her sister Jackie) since I was a very young impressionable girl. I sound bias but I'll let the pictures I took speak for themselves. If you ever are in the neighbourhood do pop in; it's a destination in itself. 

all photos were taken by me on an Olympus PEN Lite EPL-2

Note To Self

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The Winner Is Sydney

Weekend Away

Last month I went down to Sydney (mainly Manly & Balmain) to visit some family and friends. Though I only go once a year I always feel like I've come home. Strange but true being a Queenslander all my life, but there's something about that city that just has that appeal. Time for a change? We'll see. 

ray-ban wayfarers; zimmermann maxi dress; jag bag; forever new necklace

all photos were taken by me on an Olympus PEN Lite EPL-2

What's The Time Mr Wolf

Can't Decide

I'm currently craving these two watches: left is Marc by Marc Jacobs; right is Michael Kors. 

They are both different but very much the same. One has a much more feminine modern appeal; while the other has a classic masculine grandeur. Both have large faces, gold, a clean aesthetic, and similar price points. Decisions Decisions; very difficult when you're indecisive such as myself. Let's put it to a vote. Which one's your favourite out of the two?

L: Marc by Marc Jacobs
R: Michael Kors

PS: It's my birthday in two days!! I'm so excited I'm jittery. I'll be posting regular pics on the day via instagram for those curious cats {how addictive is instagram. I love it} 

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Wedding No. 3

Country Wedding

Last weekend I went back to my home town of Warwick to attend my friend's wedding. Warwick is an old country town (nearly 200 years old); so picture sandstone heritage listed buildings. The ceremony was held at the St Mary's Catholic Church & reception at historic Glengallan Homestead. Perfect setting for a traditionally classic country wedding. Throw in summer garden frocks, music, dancing, cake and good company I couldn't think of a another beautiful way to celebrate two people in love.

Here are a few photos I took - enjoy!

all photos were taken by me on an Olympus PEN Lite EPL-2

St Patrick's Day

All In The Preparation

Tomorrow is one of my favourite special days (after my birthday, Easter, and Christmas - yes in that order). St Patrick's Day! I'm not even a big fan of green! But I do love the Irish and everything about them. Their spirit, their tenacity, their sense of having a good ole merry time! I usually host a St Patrick's Day BBQ but this year a few friends and I are celebrating in a different meaningful way. We will be attending the MND and Me Foundation Gala Dinner. Surprisingly I don't have any gala dinner-esque dresses in green. So off to the shops I went. Unfortunately it was a tad disappointing. Dresses - Nil. But my safety net the LBD (little black dress) would save the day, so change in game plan and ended up with these little pretties. I realise they look bluey-green but it's still in the vibe of green! 

Happy St Patrick's Day Y'all

 

Funny story with this ring, I was in Forever New and browsing their selection of accessories when I came across this ring! if you squint it almost looks like a YSL Arty Ring which I've been coveting for months (check here). But this is a great copy and wait for it....$6.95 -TALK ABOUT BARGAIN!

Clutch & Ring all from Forever New

Moreton Island

Until We Meet Again

A while back I went to Moreton Island with my family for a weekend away from the hustle and bustle of city life. We stayed at the Tangalooma Resort. It is such a beautiful place and surprisingly not far from Brisbane itself. Sadly we weren't able to hand feed the dolphins due to a sudden change of weather but it is definitely still on my to do list. 

Here are a few photos I took that weekend:

all photos were taken by me on an Olympus PEN Lite EPL-2