Stellarnz

Treat me like your mother

2010-04-04T12:59:00.003+12:00

A girlfriend of mine went to see these guys (and girl) "The Dead Weather" at the powerstation not that long ago and she's got me totally hooked.

This video is to me the epitome of "rock chic" at it's hottest and have cool down to a fine art.

Winter/Birthday wish list

2010-02-28T13:19:00.002+13:00

A girl can dream...

Birthday by Stellarnz featuring Sass & Bide

Items in this set:

I TOLD A LIE - sass & bide leather jacket, $990

Zippora skinny jeans, $240

Shopping and Info: January 2009

Black Rats leggings, $180

Jennifer Zeuner 14K Mini Eye Necklace with Blue Sapphire in White or..., $285

Flaws we all have them

2010-02-28T12:04:00.001+13:00

Tinted moisturiser FAIL

2010-02-15T20:35:00.005+13:00

I can't believe I didn't post this, maybe I have but can't find it.

Now I know this is probably all very average compared to some of the hauls done by the "make up gurus" on youtube, I don't know if products are cheaper overseas, if they get amazing discounts because they are "gurus" or if these people just get paid a lot from their normal occupations. I however can't afford to do this even the chemist (drug store) brands a rather pricey. So when I buy something I do a little research and shop around so that if I do have to spend a lot it's money well spent.So when something happens as you will soon find out I get rather mad at myself.

A while back even before I went to Fiji I wandered (excitedly) up to Mecca cosmetica to visit my fellow gym bunny and all round hot chick Ida where she was kind enough offer me a discount on a couple of items. I had totally run out of my last stick of makeup and desperately needed a bronzer and a tinted moisturiser. Summer was coming up (so was my holiday) and I didn't want to wear full face caked.

As you read I do my research and felt Nars Laguna was the best option for me bronzer wise so had made my mind up already and am to this day very happy with that decision.

when It came to the tinted moisturizer I couldn't find any of the options the lovely SukaAndSpice suggested so I went with what was at Mecca. I found out when I arrived that Ida had that particular day off and because I needed something for work I just had to deal with it. I told the lady what I wanted and she pointed me towards MD Skincare All in one tinted moisturizer the description is as follows:

"Everything skin needs for daily wear: sheer colour, essential hydration, environmental protection, and firming, in one convenient pump dispenser. The self-adjusting formula delivers moisture to dry areas only, making it ideal for all skin types, while the wide shade range evens out skin tone with natural looking, transparent colour and eliminating the need for foundation."

I had her help choosing the shade because I find it rather hard to tell due to the fact my face and body change so dramatically I can't ever test on my hand. So after spending $186 ($130US) on two items I left rather optimistic.

However while in Fiji not long after I realised my mistake what I didn't tell her is that I was wanting this to wear in the summer so basically what I'm trying to say is when I arrived back the first thing I did was get another shade for $92 which I have been wearing since and have the lighter one sighting dormant until my "summer glow" fades away.

I will not repurchase this again. With my skin by the end of the day I'm like an oil slick. next summer I think it will be concealer and bronzer.

I'm so slack

2010-01-03T14:28:00.003+13:00

I don't have that much to right about at the moment... NO! actually I think I've just been very lazy and I'm going to stop making excuses.

anyway happy new years everyone I hope you're Christmas went well also.

here's my 2 seconds of fame (I'm the girl who gets tripped over)

xxx

One word

2009-12-05T20:36:00.002+13:00

The lovely Suka & Spice tagged me for a game. I'm only allowed to answer these questions with one word. Here goes:

Where's your cell phone: bag

Your hair: Bun

Your mother: back

Your father: Shore

Favorite Food: cheese

Dream last night: couldn't

Favorite drink: milkshake

What room are you in: lounge

Hobby: DIY

Fear: snakes

Where were you last night: bar

Something that you aren't: tall :(

Muffins: feta

Wish list item: tones

Where did you grow up: Auckland

What are you wearing: Angel

Your pets: Baxter

Friends: perfect

Something you're not wearing: sunglasses

Favorite store: online

Favorite color: yellow

Last time you laughed: Friday

Your best friend: Rowan

Bestest Place you go to over and over: bed

Person who emails you regularly: Tors

Favorite place to eat: Tizio's

I'm not sure how many people I'm suppose to tag so here's my bunch

Miss Rubber Ducky , Makeup Love xo, Melissa, Shannon Amour

Good luck girlies

Back on the grind.

2009-11-22T12:14:00.002+13:00

I finally went back to the gym today after having over two months hiatus. Actually I lie I did go back last week but I felt dizzy half way through my class so I left 20 minutes early, which to be fair to myself only had one track left plus the stretches.

I saw a woman this morning in her late forties early fifty's that had the black and lime green thing going on from head to toe! Aw it makes me smile just thinking about it. There are the extreme cases of course that in my observations tend to be the said age group that have the top shorts shoes outfit that clearly can only be worn in that combo but if it makes you feel good and gets your butt to the gym then why not?

So it's just the gym and it's not about looking your best, but lets be honest when you're sweating it out which is pretty unattractive in itself, it'd be nice to feel like you kinda care.

I don't know why but it's so damn hard to find cute workout clothes here. A girlfriend of mine goes to the states once a year where she'd stock up on the most adorable Nike outfits, unfortunately I'm not that lucky.

Anyway where internationally has an online store I can get something that will make me feel good on the outside as well as in?

What motivates you?

finally over

2009-11-12T16:03:00.003+13:00

I think I'm finally over the bitterness I've felt since leaving retail and having to pay full price for shoes! It's taken me about 5 years but I'm finally willing to fork out $200 a pair from the same store I worked at and I know marks up their stock at least 110% (let's be honest here, they all do).

I'm off to buy a pair of gorgeous pair of platform stacked heels I've had my eye on for a while.

I decided if I've thought about them this much I know I'll get my money out of them. This has been my thought process on deciding if I really really want something or if I just want to shop (nothing wrong with the former either) since I was very very young, mum I got my laptop after all and I LOVE it.

Some people say sleep on it well I need a bit longer than 24 hours otherwise I'd buy everything I've ever wanted. My husband says that I have a long and varied list of wants which I won't disagree with but when asked to prioritise them that's when I really struggle, because I've wanted these things for so long they all have the same level of importance and appreciation

Grrrr

2009-11-12T15:43:00.004+13:00

Don't you hate it when you remember a product being really fantastic only to find out either it never was or they've changed the recipe!

I found this the other day when I wanted a cheap pharmacy mascara so I went to award winning old faithful Maybelline Great Lash, I even brought one in waterproof to save for when we go back to Fiji in March.

So I've come to the conclusion that I have not save any money at all. $40 dollars on two rubbish mascaras when I could have spent another $10 on one I would get more use out of.

What I wore

2009-11-08T12:10:00.001+13:00

I thought I'd do a post on what I wore in Fiji since I had my lovely husband to take pictures.

I have to admit despite being there 10 days I didn't really change things up much. This was my standard holiday uniform but because we spent most of the time by the pool I didn't spend my time in it.

Shorts Dotti

Shirt Dotti

Bikini Seafolly

Bag Thrift

Hat auction

Sunglasses (as if you didn't know) Rayban Wayfarers

When flying I wanted to wear my comfy pants but really they shouldn't be worn out side the house.

Jeans Lee

Singlet Country Road

Ballet flats Overland

Hat Auction

Shell necklace was given to us when we arrived at the airport

I'm back

2009-11-03T17:15:00.005+13:00

I had the most A-mazing trip!

7 of the 10 days we were away consisted of waking around 7am (which is about 8am NZ time) to go to the Champagne buffet breakfast, where I'd consume about 4 plates worth of food and just as much Champagne. We'd then return to our hotel room which had two beds for some bizzar reason, get changed and head to the pool.

So from 8:30am onwards that's where we remained. Total BLISS. The only time we ever moved was for bathroom breaks and to get ready for dinner.

Before After

Best Sushi EVER!

I had it every day for lunch poolside

Champagne breakfast

View from breakfast

Fiji baby

2009-10-24T12:03:00.002+13:00

I know I've been very slack posting this month and it's not about to change. In about half an hour i'll be on my way to the airport for my honeymoon/anniversary.

Computers and phones (except mine because no one contacts me anyway) are banned from this trip. Books, bikinis and booze are totally allowed!

On the 25th October 2008 were married. Finally on the 24th October 2009 we will finally depart for our honeymoon.

I am bouncing off the walls in excitement as we speak. I can't wait to share my stories and photos with you.

Have a safe and wonderful Labour weekend everyone.

Furry Baby's 1st birthday

2009-10-16T10:13:00.005+13:00

Sorry about another totally random post but my camera is broken... Husband thinks the dog did it I think a child did it, either way it's not working and will cost nearly $600 to repair. So I'm limited to using my computer lens and the massive Sony that is next to impossible taking self portraits, which is why I'm yet to show you my new hair colour.

Anyway here are some images taken with the mac it's my baby's 1st birthday

I'm going to Mecca Cosmetica to pick up a few things tomorrow so I will try and do a purchase post then.

Timeless classic

2009-10-05T16:16:00.005+13:00

My best girlfriend Tors arrived back from a work trip to Adelaide the other week with some goodies I had requested. These were the two thing I was going to pick up from Duty Free on our way out to Fiji but our plans changed so I asked if she could pick them up on here trip.

Now Thierry Mugler's Angel is and has been my favourite perfume since it was first given to me when I was sweet sixteen. In fact now that I think of it I remember my sister wearing it on her wedding day when I was around 12. I love the fact it has such a distinctive smell as does Channel No. 5 that you'd never mistake it for anything else. I don't care how common it is or the fact my Tors wears it (yes even when we're out together). I believe that perfume can smell different on everyone.

I hardly ever wear lip colour due to never being able to find anything that is pigmented enough to show up on my lips and I don't think Dior Lip Polish is much different. I usually end up wearing a sheer gloss, a balm such as Smith's Rosebud Salve or even something that I can feel making a difference like Lip Venom. I love the shine and the way the brush acts as a paint roller so that if I do wear it over a lip stick it doesn't drag but on it's not worth the fifty-something dollars I'd have to pay retail.

I'm not sure why I took these on an angle, it's quite annoying really.

Super Cute Blog Award

2009-09-30T18:39:00.005+13:00

I was tagged by the lovely Ane of Suka & Spice for an I Think You're An Awesome Girl blog award and I have to say it's super cute I have to admit I'm not too sure how these work but I'm very flattered and excited!

I have some days where I don't have a clue what to write and think that no one really wants to hear what I have to say, but then something like this happens or someone decides to follow me and it makes me want to blog even the smallest of things.

I'm to list 10 little known facts about myself as well as pass the award on and they will do the same in the hope that it continues to bring happiness to others.

Here's goes:

I was adopted at 2 weeks old and have an open relationship with my biological parents
I was married last year at 21 at which time I also became a stepmother to three children
I have 2 tattoos but am starting to regret one of them
I am obsessed with shoes and have many pairs (but never the right one)
I'm an Aries very stubborn but not so confident.
My personality fits that of the 29th of March perfectly (not at all for the 30th) therefor my husband and I both think I was actually suppose to be born a day earlier

And now for the tags

Lions and Tigers and Fashion Oh My!

Miss Rubber Ducky

Adore Vintage

Saskia the Style Fairy

Melissa in Kiwi Land

Californication & Cosmopolitan

2009-09-24T17:58:00.004+12:00

It's a week since I started to get sick... It has not been fun.

This is the first time I've had a temperature since I was just a little girl but let me tell you I'm not in any hurry to get another one. Fevers on Friday night (not Friday night Fever) then thumping headache to follow. I now have a throat infection which developed on top of whatever I had before. Now that I think of it I should not have driven to get my nails done Sunday nor should I have driven to get DVDs.

The only entertainment I've had was watching all two and a bit seasons of Claifornication (which I'm now heavily addicted to) from my computer as we have not intention of hooking the projector up to free TV, and reading a UK edition of Cosmo.

I'm getting a bit of cabin fever here people.

The colour on my nails is OPI's Mrs O'learys BBQ I love it so much I think I'm going to purchase it.

Death walking

2009-09-19T09:55:00.002+12:00

How did I mange to get sick on a Friday?! It's just not right... I wish I was even slightly well enough to go and get my own medication so I could scope out fun things at the chemist to keep me entertained.

Alas no, I'm stuck at home barely able to hold my head up straight. Knowing my luck I'll be totally fine by monday.

Death walking

Girls day in

2009-09-15T19:44:00.007+12:00

Nearly a week has gone by since my last entry. Time is seriously flying by next thing it'll be Christmas! oooo must get onto that list for Santa. Mostly I've been going to the gym and work which leaves me pretty exhausted, but I spent Saturday with Tors, drinking Sangria and eating lots and lots of naughty things, (justified this by two classes that morning) and watching trashy TV series e.g. Absolutely Fabulous and The Hills.

Half way through day we surfaced for air by visiting Ponsonby Rd (a must for those international readers wanting great dinning and fashionable boutique's). Ida a friend of ours from the gym works for Mecca Cosmetics offered to do Tors' make-up boy am I glad I went! While Tors was beautified I perused their wares and let me tell you I was like the cat that got the cream. The amazing products for outrageous prices $800+ for a small pot of moisturiser! Oh to be the rich and frivolous.

I walked away with a hair product by Bumble & Bumble Brilliantine. I have lots of layers so this product is suppose to separate the ends for a more bed-head kind of look I'm yet to confirm this.

I have every intention of returning to get more goodies but buyer beware the prices are horrendous the B&B product was $50+ NZ where I could have got it online for approximately $30 (conversion by xe.com). Do your homework!

Unsuccessful/successful shopping

2009-09-09T19:14:00.005+12:00

It's really something I don't like doing. I'm one of those people that will set a budget and never stick to it. I'll see something "perfect" for the recipient and that's it, my mind is set and nothing else will do.

Luckily today I went shopping for a one year old and found nothing. I still have the rest of the week to find something, more of an excuse to go shopping (like I needed one).

What I did find was a baby blue boyfriend shirt that I put on layby, as well as a cardigan on sale for $20 normally $50. To be honest I wouldn't have paid $50 for it and I hope no one did. It's so perfect for the warmer spring nights with some cute shorts.

Also a plain black V-neck capped sleeve T for $15. So classic I could go on and on about what I'll wear with it!

Furry Baby

2009-09-08T16:08:00.006+12:00

I came home from work Friday to be greeted at the top of the stairs by my furry baby Baxter, which could only mean my husband was home. This is not unusual as he has a couple of half days here and there. But what shocked and horrified me was what he was doing to my dog!

I found a trail of hair beginning at the stairs leading to him casually sitting on the toy box with his body shavers in hand, (now this is unusual especially out of the bathroom). I'm not dumb but as admitted at the very beginning of this blog I do have my blond moments.

It took me at least a couple of minutes to click as to why my dogs hair was falling out in my hands and the fact my husband was sitting in a pile of it with clippers in his hands (see below).

And the result...

Tomorrow he is going to Stardogs to get the job finished (he gave up half way through).

On the hunt

2009-09-06T11:35:00.002+12:00

I've decided I need to hunt for some items on my wish list:

Scrub
Tinted moisturizer
Bronzer (butterfingers here dropped and smashed my favorite limited edition Napoleon Perdis mosaic)
Creme blush for tinted moisturizer
Black bandeau bikini
Boyfriend shirt

If you've come across any of the above I'd love some ideas or suggestions

Product Rave: Revitanail

2009-09-04T08:14:00.003+12:00

I'm still learning in all things make up but one area I am very confident in is nails. Acrylic, natural fingers, toes... anything and everything.

Now I have acrylic nails at the moment albeit short ones, I am capable of growing them to this length but I love the no fuss aspect of acrylics. Although every now and then I do remove them for about 2 months to give them a "breather".

Which leads me to my product rave: My mother actually introduced me to Dr Lewinn's Revitanail (Renunail for everywhere other than NZ and AU) and I have to say "where have you been all my life!" I love this product so much I've even given it to people for Christmas.

The way it works is you put on 2 coats the first day (you can wear polish too) then you proceed to add 1 extra coat every day, at the end of the 7th day remove all the polish and repeat. You do this for 25 days although I've never had to do it for more than 2 weeks. I would never get through that horrible sensitive period without it.

My style/wish list

2009-09-02T21:46:00.005+12:00

So this is my first attempt at using polyvore. It contains a few items on my wish list (long and varied), some obtainable cough and some not so obtainable. I wouldn't get my hopes up for the Amex black, you should read the criteria!

"As of August 1, 2009, in the United States, stated requirements to become a card holder included minimum spending of $250,000 in a 12 month period".

But mostly it's just an idea of my style. Relaxed, Casual, Cool.

Wish List by Stellarnz featuring J Brand jeans

The jeans are similar in style to the ones I purchased a few weeks back, which I'm now considering getting a second pair, just in case I wear these ones out and can no longer find them. I definitely think if you come across something that works for you and you love get another if you can.

Any input/ constructive criticism?

Gym rage

2009-09-01T08:56:00.003+12:00

I never through of myself as an aggressive person, driving or not. But the place i find myself getting to boiling point the most... my gym!

I do several classes a week (6 to be exact) my favorite one and judging by how full the class is it's everyone else's too, seems to be the one that brings it out.

For the last three weeks I've either had people who would do their own thing rather than follow the instructor, regardless who they kick or trip up in the process or that just don't want to move. This causes much stress and embarrassment for me due to the fact that I care that I have the majority of the class held up behind me breathing down my neck.

My husband said I should just tap them on the shoulder and ask them to move, but in unspoken edict this just is not done.

Sorry about the rant.

You make my Heart throb

2009-08-30T15:49:00.005+12:00

Not sure how happy I am with my nails this time. O.P.I's Heart Throb used to be a favorite and still is for french manicures (I'm a trained nail Tech), but as an all over color on my skin tone, It looks a bit washed out. Nowhere near as bad as O.P.I's Bubble bath but still I think it's needs to be a bit warmer.

As promised I attempted taking photos of my first liquid eyeliner endeavor. I don't wear much eye makeup because I don't have any brushes. I don't want to waste money on tones of brushes just because they're cheap, ideally I'd like to save up and get one good set. Unless someone can suggest a reliable alternative.. I'm all ears ;)

I thought something was missing so added Napoleon Perdis pencil under my eye.

I think either works but the first would be much better with some contouring.

Marie Claire & Line Exact

2009-08-29T13:30:00.007+12:00

I had every intention of only having one drink with the girls last night, but that failed miserably. If any readers here are from Auckland New Zealand or are planning on visiting Auckland, make sure you stop by The Long Room on Ponsonby Rd (formerly Safari lounge). It never looked so good and the food! OMG divine!

I normally throw caution to the wind but was so nervous about the careers day at Auckland University that I had to put the rule in place (such a rebel I know). So with a slight hangover I dragged myself and my husband along to the city campus to sit in on a few lectures about life at the Epsom Teaching campus. Still unsure of which course I'd like to do so I'm now in the process of finding a primary school (5-10 year olds) and a preschool (under 5) that is willing to have me observe a normal day for them.

On the way home I had to pick up some green tea. My day just can't function without 3 cups of it so was very necessary but also dangerous. The supermarket means wine, magazines marshmallows, and makeup which I picked up one of each.

I love love love Marie Claire it has to be my favorite magazine (also Shop Till You Drop). The articles are so interesting, normally crime related or world events. Don't get me wrong I love my trash every now and then, but you can now find all that on the interweb for free. The fashion editorials are to die for and the recipes WOW if I wasn't vegetarian I'd cook every single thing! Any way Katie Holmes was on the cover of the latest issue, and I'm not at all a fan of the TomKat fiasco but I will admit she did look amazing, even her crop didn't bother me as much as usual.

As for makeup I purchased my first ever liquid eyeliner from Cover Girl. LI has always scared the heck out of me. It feels so permanent the no chance of smudging your mistake till it looks hot and smoky like I intended of course, so I've always stayed away. But due to said smudge halfway through the day it's not so cool. I've been doing the cute little flick a'la Lauren Conrad but it never stays sharp this is where the Line Exact should come to save the day. I will post photos once i've tested it but right now I have a full face of makeup and can't be bothered taking it off.

We're now about to take the dog to get his nails done (just clipped) and then head off to our friends Braai (South African B.B.Q)

Hair through the years

2009-08-27T21:58:00.010+12:00

In about 2 weeks time I'm due to see my hairdresser Miguel at Stephen Marr, and I'm wondering how I can change up my look. I don't want to cut it as I'm trying to grow it as long as I can without losing it's strength which doesn't leave many options really except color.

So I thought I'd show you how much my hair hasn't really changed within the last 22 years. Unfortunately I'm missing about 13 years of my life in photographs.

Yes I was an 80's baby

I was about 3. Someone (probably my sister) must have talked me into this... I mean really essentially it's a bowl cut isn't it?

I must have a thing for boys with guitars (and bowl cuts) at least my hair's a little longer

This is probably around '92 a better year for me...

And then we have the missing decade of my life (either that or I found the bluetooth on my phone)

At 18 after spending about 2 hours crimping, yes crimping my hair. I think I actually quiet like it.

At 20 was the first and last time I will ever have a blunt fringe urgh! what was I thinking?

21 When I had glued in extensions, not the best ones I've had but definitely not the worst ones either.

On my wedding I had clip in extensions from head kandy the were perfect but I don't think I'll ever use them again. There too fiddly for me to do.

And at 22 pretty much the way my hair is today... like I said not much has changed. Why? I'm not too sure, maybe due to the trauma caused when I cut my hair into a really short bob which I'm still to this day trying to grow out.

Someone didn't cross their fingers...

2009-08-25T19:26:00.002+12:00

As Tors rightly mentioned.

Fiji is off! All was looking ok till Tors' boss read her email requesting leave. I should mention she is going on a work trip to Adelaide a week from when we were due to return, which we were aware was cutting it a bit close.

Hopefully we'll get a full refund from The Westin since it's a lot more than 72 hours notice.

What a day!

2009-08-24T20:16:00.004+12:00

I just read a great article in the latest Fashion Quarterly about a woman who had 3.5K worth of treatments to make her feel less archaic, (wouldn't that be nice?). A few things struck my fancy although unfortunately not all in my price range.

I'm thinking about having microdermabrasion and a peel, any thoughts?

Well I'm totally exhausted after body attack at Les Mills, so i'm going to try relax before another day.

McMafia

2009-08-22T20:11:00.013+12:00

Today was totally cloudless in the city of sails. I even got a tan on one of my arms at Sale St. It's the price I'm prepared to pay for sunny afternoons spent drinking, eating and not much else. It makes me feel a little better about not being in Fiji. Although I would have an even tan on both arms with no T-shirt marks.

I can't stop thinking about a book I looked at while at the airport the other day (for the second time). It's called McMafia: Seriously Organised Crime. If it's anything like Freakonimics I'll love it. Come to think of it I brought Freakonomics at the airport the last time I went to Fiji. Can you tell I judge books by their covers?

I don't normally pick up a book and finish it, but I found Freakonomics really satisfying and entertaining. It draws parallels between two subjects you would never dream of putting in the same sentence. For example:

Which is more dangerous, a gun or a swimming pool?
What do schoolteachers and sumo wrestlers have in common?
Why do drug dealers still live with their moms?
How did the legalization of abortion affect the rate of violent crime?

Come on seriously school teachers and sumo wrestlers? You know you want to find out!

I know, just because the cover artist is probably the same, doesn't mean the book will be any good... But it was in the top 10 at the bookstore.

Double disappointment

2009-08-20T18:16:00.003+12:00

Wow what a week!

After finding out this morning we would have got on the early morning flight Tors and I felt confident about getting on the afternoon... Could we be so wrong?

They took our bags (which they didn't last time), gave us our passes and told us to come back at 3:10 pm. Things were looking good, even up to the point of asking us if we minded splitting up. It all turned to custard after that. They took the lovely pilot and his wife who tried to get on the flight the day before with us then came back and said "You (Tors) can get on but she'll (me) have to catch another flight". I'm sorry but WT!

The plan now is to change our flights, accommodation, transfers etc for two weeks later and try doing this over again.

What's that saying again "third times a charm"?

So I'm off to check if I can change my travel insurance while my lovely friend does the rest.

Oh dear!

2009-08-20T08:40:00.005+12:00

We were at the airport from 5:30 am - 6:30 am hoping to get on standby... unfortunately since I'm writing this it means we didn't have much luck.

So Tors and I decided we need some cheering up. How else? Shopping & wine!

I held myself back and only brought one pair of shorts (for Fiji of course) although I did not think they were worth $60 that seemed to be the normal price at the moment.

I'm off to work shortly after knocking back by green tea (3 cups every morning) so I can finish at 2 and make my way to the airport for round #2.

Wish me luck

O.P.I. Lunch at the Delhi

2009-08-18T16:55:00.001+12:00

Today has been one hell of a day... In the space of 5 hours our flights to Fiji completely filled so we're basically hoping to god that between 5:15 am and 7:15 am someone does a no show.

I am not meant to deal with so much stress, it really does nothing for my skin.

But we're thinking positively... How could I not with such a cheerful color on my nails. In the end I did go with O.P.I Lunch at the Delhi

I used to think it was so 80's and tacky to have you're fingers and toes painted the same color, but this color is so 80's and tacky how could I not?!

Miuccia Prada

2009-08-17T16:08:00.001+12:00

Brilliant I've finally found a quote that explains my need for a new outfit every time I have an event to go to, even if it is just for drinks and nibbles. My outfit totally sets my mood for the occasion. Anyway here's a quote I came across this morning in the paper:

"It's completely, totally psychological. One dress you felt so happy in for that day and that occasion, you put it on in another moment and all the magic is completely disappeared. There is a very tricky relationship between the occasion and your mind at that moment."

-Miuccia Prada

Psychological! Exactly! Perfect don't you think?

Fiji prep

2009-08-16T15:04:00.003+12:00

I know I've just started blogging but in 3 sleeps and one awkward conversation (long story), I'm off to Fiji with my beautiful girlfriend Tors. Leaving behind my darling pouty husband and Muppet Baxter.

So I therefore have 2 days (really only half days thanks to work) to prepare. I'm frantically trying to think of what I have to do, so I thought this would be a good time to make a list.

NOTE TO SELF: lists really ARE good things and I should use them more often.

Yesterday I purchased some travel bottles, Cetaphil, and exfoliating gloves

I love Cetaphil I know tones of people rave on about it and they have good reason to. I've been using a 1,2,3 system by Shisedo that was recommended by my girlfriend Renee and it felt amazing until I started to break out. I thought nothing of it until Tors mentioned having the same problem. I know it can take a while for your skin to get used to a new regime but this was getting ridiculous! I have now gone back to the tried and true and it feels like it's already starting to subside. It may be wishful thinking but if it is... I wish, I wish, I wish.

Every time I go away (not often enough) I always say I'm going buy some little bottles and be organised... Well this time I did and I have to say they're perfect, they even have little stick on labels. I might have to go get some more after I've filled these which brings me to my LIST.

Fill bottles with conditioner, shampoo (Cetaphil is done) DONE
Take my polish off properly and paint my toenails. I'm still deciding what colour maybe O.P.I . Lunch at the Delhi. You know it's holiday time when your toes are painted. DONE
Epilate my legs DONE
Pull my suitcase out DONE
Take my jeans in to get shortened (see earlier post) I'll take a picture of them on once this is done too DONE
Dye my denim shorts they have rainbow stitching on the pockets that I just can't stand DONE ruined them the color in the thread is brighter... not happy, I don't even have time to buy some new ones.
Have my eyebrows threaded DONE
Buy a fig and walnut log from the Family Barrow (perfect paired with blue cheese) DONE
Make sure my Ipod is up to date with new tunes and remove any old pictures off our camera for extra space DONE
PACK! DONE

Oh my gosh It's really happening... I promise to take loads of photos

Finally found the perfect pair

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After searching for months online and off for the perfect pair of indigo skinny jeans with gold stitching (really I'm not always this picky). I've finally found them and they were on sale! I wish the exclamation mark was actually something to be excited about, but here in New Zealand our sales are really nothing worth throwing your panties at. I think I saved about $10 maybe $20. "But hey we're in a recession here people" some (not us) actually manage to feed a family of 5 on that seriously I kid you not.

Anyway here they are.

I also picked up a silver ring for $15 that brought back fond childhood memories of playing with a slinky.

I currently don't wear much jewellery right now, because I'm still trying to figure out what works best with my wedding and engagement rings. I have a neurotic complex about wearing gold and silver together, so any yellow gold hardware on bags or shoes is a nightmare. Obviously I never take my wedding bands off which is the problem. If anyone has any ideas how I could either work it or get over it I'd love any suggestions.

CHEEKY TIP: if you're not attached to either gold or silver and don't plan to be, make sure you get your fiance to buy you the same ring in each metal.

Introductions

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Whoops that didn't get me off to a good start! Enter should NOT be the "publish" key

Actually on second thoughts I don't want to introduce myself. I'll let you decide who I am.

F.Y.I

I'm not blonde... Although it is questionable sometimes.