A SNEAK PEEK OF MISS ALEXA ON / IN UK ELLE'S MARCH ISSUE...
can't wait to see the whole story!
CLICK HERE to see Alexa talking about her cover shoot
Monday, January 30, 2012
9 truths to keep your RELATIONSHIP HEALTHY
I STUMBLED ACROSS THIS HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP INFO THE OTHER DAY ~
AND THOUGHT IT WAS GREAT TO SHARE...
It's easy to make things more complicated in relationships than they need to be...
Here are some basic rules of the relationship road that will keep you headed in the right direction
1. Successful relationships take work. They don't happen in a vacuum. They occur when the couples in them take the risk of sharing what it is that's going on in their hearts and heads.
2. You can only change yourself, not your partner. If you love someone and think that after a while he or she will alter behaviours you find uncomfortable, think again. If you want changes, put them on the table so your partner knows what you need.
3. All arguments stem from our own fear or pain. When upset occurs, check out what's going on inside of you rather than get angry with your partner. Truth is that we usually aren't upset for the reasons we think we are.
4. Understand that men and women are very different. We're not from Mars or Venus; we're not even in the same solar system. Understanding and celebrating our differences will make living together more peaceful, interesting, and fun.
5. Honour each other in some way every day. Every morning you have the opportunity to make your relationship sweeter and deeper by recommitting to your mate. Feeling respected and cherished by the one you love makes life much nicer.
6. Anger is a waste of time. Anger is also a relationship killer, because it makes you self-absorbed and won't allow you to see the good. If you are annoyed with your mate, give yourself some time to calm down and then gently discuss what's going on for you.
7. Find a way to become and stay best friends. For some this sounds unromantic, but for those who live it, most say it's the best part of their time together.
8. Be responsible for your own happiness. No other person can make you happy. It's something you have to do on your own. If you feel it's your partner's fault, think again, and look within to find out what piece may be missing for you.
9. Give what you want to get. Our needs change with time. If you'd like to feel understood, try being more understanding. If you want to feel more love, try giving more.
It's a simple program that really works.
There are no guarantees, but couples who practice these techniques have longer and stronger relationships than those who are not proactive in their love.
{Source: Psychology Today}
good to GLOW
FINDING THE PERFECT SHADE OF BLUSH FOR YOU - AND APPLYING IT PROPERLY - will instantly brighten your skin...
Here's what you need to know to get the glow...
• To find the shade that flatters your skin tone, gently pinch your cheeks and match the blush to the colour you get. You can also try one that's half a shade darker than your favourite neutral lipstick. If you have acne or a ruddy complexion, choose a tawnier shade, so the blush doesn't highlight the redness. Either way, shimmery blush almost never looks natural.
• Start with a cream blush because it goes on sheer and it's easy to blend. The exception is if you also use a powder foundation or loose powder on your face; always keep makeup textures consistent so they don't clump.
• Apply with a fan brush for both cream and powder formulas. The thin hairs blend colour seamlessly.• Smile to accentuate the best part of the cheeks to apply blush. Put the highest concentration of colour just outside of the fattest part of the cheeks—not directly under the eyes.
• Build it up. The more layers of makeup you wear, the lighter the blush should be. Conversely, if you apply blush to bare skin, it will soak in and be more diffuse, so you may have to use more for the same effect.
{Pic: Pinterest}
innoxa RESTORE / NOURISH pack WINNERS
AND THE WINNERS OF THESE INNOXA PACKS ARE... congratulations!
Enrich & Nourish Pack winners:
Michele Triegaardt
Lisa Flynn
Kass P
Lesleigh Stewart
Cheryl McKibbin
... and the Innoxa Refresh & Restore Pack winners:
Sharon Fawcett
Kell70
Tiffany Humphrey
Inge D
Kim Brekelmans
Can you all email me with your address so I can get your packs to you!!!
For more info on Innoxa,
visit: www.innoxa.com.au | www.facebook.com/innoxa
For more info on Innoxa,
visit: www.innoxa.com.au | www.facebook.com/innoxa
Sunday, January 29, 2012
Saturday, January 28, 2012
weekend hair: HEADBANDS
they're low maintenance, can shoosh up an average do and can even help correct a bad hair day ~
but sometimes they can either look daggy ~ or even worse, give you a headache.
but sometimes they can either look daggy ~ or even worse, give you a headache.
So here's a little headband help...
* Consider your face shape. If you have a small face and fine features, a big floral number is going to overwhelm you. Go for a simple, thin headband. If you have a full face and prominent features, choose a thicker band. It's all about proportion.
* Hairbands are like jeans: Stretch helps. Not only does elastic keep a smooth, sleek shape, it's also more comfortable.
* Stay far, far away from molded plastic. Even though they may look sleek and mod, you'll have a headache after a few hours.
* Treat headbands like jewellery. Once you start adding earrings, a necklace, a bracelet, and so on, it's a hot mess. Keep your other accessories to a minimum.
{Pic: bellaMUMMA loves...}
{Pic: bellaMUMMA loves...}
Friday, January 27, 2012
snippet of MY DAY
NET-A-PORTER PRESSIE FROM HUBBIE...
Giles & Brother silver wing earrings!
Loving!!!!
: )
afternoon slump ENERGY+ TIPS
WHEN THE AFTERNOON ENERGY SLUMP KICKS IN, WE TEND TO REACH FOR SUGARY TREATS AND CAFFEINE TO GIVE US A BOOST...
That works for a about 15 minutes, and then we crash!
Here's how to eat for more energy all throughout the day...
Think small. Try eating smaller portions at lunch. This will stoke your metabolism and keep your blood sugar levels from dipping.
Try eating half your lunch at 12:30 and the other half at 4pm.
Pump iron. Iron deficiencies can leave you fatigued and the amino acids in protein help you feel alert. Eat peanut butter and apples, oatmeal with walnuts, eggs, and seeds (such as pumpkin, sesame, and sunflower). These are all high in vitamin B and protein, so they act like little pellets of energy.
Stay hydrated. Staying hydrated goes a long way toward sustaining energy level, because even mild dehydration causes your blood to thicken, forcing the heart to work harder, which results in fatigue. Try to drink a litre of water by noon, and at least a litre, if not two, after lunch.
Give in, a little. If you decide you must have some caffeine or sugar, be smart about how you consume it. Green tea has about a third of the caffeine of coffee—so you won't crash as hard—and it's rich in antioxidants. When you crave something sweet, reach for a whole grain cookie rather than chocolate - fibre has a time-release effect on sugar and carbohydrates, so they enter your bloodstream at a slow and steady pace.
{Source: Allure}
friday fave #2: STENMARK JEWELS
Susie Stenmark spent her cheque from her first big modelling job on an 18 karat gold link bracelet, which she lost a few days later over the side of a boat. She takes much better care of her jewellery now!
From hosting a morning children's television show as a teenager, to running her own restaurant, to running the Communications Department of Chanel in Australia, Susie has now turned her creative talents to fine jewellery, crafting her just-launched first collection in 18 karat yellow and white gold, sapphires, tsavorites, opal and diamonds.
I also love that the collection is strongly influenced by 60s and 70s Italian style,
and Susie's annual surfing holiday in Hawaii.
and Susie's annual surfing holiday in Hawaii.
Pieces are available to order from www.stenmarkjewels.com.
home inspiration: HELLO PRETTY
I'M LOVING THIS PHOTOGRAPHER'S PRETTY HOME PHOTOS...
It has the frills and flounce but it still so-so stylish!
{Some of shots are taken in her home!}
{Source: 79 ideas}
copy-cat her make-up: NEW LINER TRICK
YOU KNOW I'M A FAN WINGED-lLIQUID LINER?
Well, I've found a new liner look I that love ~
black liquid on top and coloured pencil on bottom! The purple is gorgeous for the evening, but you could choose any colour, really!
Gorgeous and SO easy to copy!
{Source: Glamour}
friday fave #1: LOVELY LACE
LOVING CAMERON'S LACE FROCK...
she wore to Valentino's show at Paris Fashion Week the other night!
{Her new haircut looks good too ~ it's settled a little!}
CLICK HERE to shop this new trend
{Pic: Just Jared}
how to fake GREAT HAIR
THE SAYING 'FAKE IT TIL YOU MAKE IT'
can work wonders on unwashed, untrimmed, unruly hair...
Beyond what we've told you at least a zillion times before—{to use a rich conditioner regularly}— here are Allure's top tips for faking healthy hair till you make it truly healthy again...
1. Split ends are a dead giveaway of damage. To mend them temporarily, rub a dab of non-liquidy styling cream between your fingers and pinch it over frayed pieces. Hand cream also does the trick; if you've got nothing else, conditioner will work, but only use the teeniest-tiniest dab or your ends will look stringy.
2. When your roots are oily and there's no time to shower, nothing sops up the sebum as well as dry shampoo. Powders are less sticky and a bit easier to apply than sprays, but they can result in white patches on your scalp. To ensure an even application, sprinkle the powder onto a fine-tooth comb, then rake it through your roots.
3. If you have broken hairs around your hairline, get a fringe. They also make fine hair look fuller. Just be sure to ask your stylist for a thick, not wispy, set.
4. Flatten out flyaways: Mist a little hair spray between your palms or onto a clean toothbrush, then smooth over. The result won't be as greasy as with a cream or serum, especially if your hair is fine. For really stubborn strands, add a second layer of spray and blow-dry flat on low speed.
5. An at-home glossing treatment leaves hair with the kind of lustre you see in shampoo ads—and lasts longer than ordinary shine spray (through several shampoos versus several hours). Bonus: It also helps hide gray roots and fading highlights.
{Pic: Allure}
{Pic: Allure}
Thursday, January 26, 2012
home inspiration: DREAM AUSSIE HOME
THIS BYRON BAY HOME WOULD HAVE TO BE ONE OF MY MOST-FAVES...
I've posted it before ~
but just had to share it again!
{Pics: HomeLife}
don't do's FOR YOUR HAIR
A LITTLE 'BRUSH-UP' POST ON ~
on what you shouldn't be doing to your hair!
1. Brushing it while it's wet: Wet hair is hair that's more elastic, and therefore can snap and break more easily. To prevent damage, use a wide-toothed comb, which is gentler on wet hair.
2. Heating things up...too much: Direct your blow dryer's flow across the inner part of your arm. If you're burning your skin, you're burning your hair. So to keep the heat intense enough to actually dry your hair without the singeing aftereffect, keep the blow dryer in constant motion, and to "always blow-dry hair with a nozzle!
3. Using the wrong styling brushes: Since metal, ceramic, or ionic brushes warm up even further when used with a blow dryer, these types of tools can also burn the hair. Use wooden brushes with less-harsh nylon or boar bristles instead.
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