HALLOWEEN DUDES...
Mr 5 is SO getting into his character!!!
: )
Monday, October 31, 2011
I swissh MY HAIR!!!!!!
A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO I WAS INVITED TO THE PR LAUNCH
I had my hair and make-up done {pamper+} ~
and then as a bit of fun, they filmed me 'swishing' my hair!
This is the result... O M G... WHAT A CRACKER!!!
{How serious do I look!!!}
Anyway, enough about me... to find out more about aqua LIGHT
visit www.pantene.com.au
expert advice: BODY LOVE
{a truly beauty-full, amazing and inspiring bella mumma!}...
Take time for yourself daily. It's important to have you-time. It may be drawing a bath, reading a book with your cup of coffee in the morning, going on a walk or run, etc. That time is SO important. Remember who you are as a person. As a mother, we tend to put everyone else first; but I believe that to be the best mother you can be and the best wife, partner, or friend; you need to have you time. My husband and I go dancing or I go line dancing with my friends. Dancing is my outlet and it allows me to just let go and have fun. Find something you enjoy.
Eat healthy and stay active. Your body is the only one you have, so treat it with respect. Nourish your body, eat healthy food, and drink lots of water, but don't deprive yourself of a cookie or a treat every now and then. Walking, running, zumba, or whatever it is that you enjoy, try to make it fun. Find a group of ladies to run with or use that time by yourself to get your walk in and have some alone time. Find what works best for you. Also, taking care of yourself, eating healthy, and staying active also teaches our kids to do the same.
Embrace who you are. Embrace what you have been given. Instead of focusing on the things that you find negative, ask yourself what do I LOVE about me? What makes me special and unique? Everyone has talents and features that should be appreciated. What are yours? I used to be teased as a child for the mole on my face, my bum, and my weight. Now I am a plus model and I'm not ashamed to say I weigh 175 lbs - I love who I am, my bum and my mole are two of my favourite features! They make me unique and I love that! When you are comfortable with who you are as a woman, it shows.
Set a good example. Being a mother to a 7-year-old daughter and a 4-year-old son, I want to set a good example for them. I don't want them to see mommy constantly on the scale or in the mirror asking, "Do I look fat?" I want them to remember me as a confident and happy woman. I ask them daily, what do you love about yourself? What is one of your talents? I want my daughter to be confident and I want my son to have confidence and respect women just like his daddy does. So, on the days when I am feeling frumpy, my children are my little reminders of how I need to set a good example to them.
Carry yourself with confidence. Walk with confidence and be proud of not only your body, but also who you are as a person. How you treat others, smiling at someone as they walk by or holding a door open for someone. Little acts of kindness show your confidence. I believe people who are truly happy live a life of balance. When you are happy with the way you live your life, it shows. Be proud of the woman you are.
ANGELA JONES is a wife, stay at home mother of two children, and a “plus size” model. She's also the co-creator of the PLUS-SIZE MODELS UNITE - an on-line community for ALL women to share their personal stories; exchange ideas; discuss body image, self-esteem, confidence, fashion, beauty, health, and a plethora of other topics.
summer-ise YOUR SKIN CARE
“THE FIRST STEP TO SUMMER-ISING YOUR SKINCARE...
is to change to fragrance-free products as fragrance can react with UV light and cause hyper pigmentation,” says Emma Hobson, Education Manager for the International Dermal Institute.
“Choose lightweight, oil-free products that contain organic silicones as they’re multi-functional – they moisturise, hydrate, calm and contain sunscreens and anti-oxidants – and feel feather-like on the skin.”
“If you want a sun-kissed look, get it from a bottle not exposure to the sun,” she says. “Remember it’s estimated 90% of wrinkles are attributed to excess sun exposure not the natural ageing process,” she says.
“Try to have sun protection not only in your moisturiser and your sunscreen but also in your foundation or bronzing powders.”
“In summer your skin also needs lots of surface moisture so use hydrating boosters, hydrating spritzes and moisture masks; all which can be kept in the fridge ready for a 'cool' application.”
“Deep cleansing is also important to prevent summer breakouts; use the new wave of oil-based pre-cleanse lotions to thoroughly remove not only the sweat, dirt and grime from the skin but also the residue of sunscreens that can add to the skins congestion.”
“Regular exfoliation will ensure a smooth, soft, supple skin so you avoid getting dry, patchy, flaky skin,” she says. “If you exfoliate prior to you mask or booster application it also means these products can work more efficiently.”
{Pic: Pinterest}
Sunday, October 30, 2011
snippet of MY DAY
GETTING READY FOR TOMORROW NIGHT...
Mr 5 and Mr were very specific about how their jack o laterns were to look!
: )
Saturday, October 29, 2011
weekend hair: THE SIDE PONYTAIL
ANOTHER CLEVER {EASY} WAY TO UPDATE YOUR PONYTAIL...
To get the look, start with smooth, blown-out waves. Then, create a deep side part and sweep to one side, allowing the hair to slip down over one brow. Fasten it back in bobby pins or clips depending on the thickness of your hair and finish by wrapping one last section of hair around the elastic to cover it up.
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This ponytail is gorgeous for both day and night.
happy WEEKEND
WISHING YOU A LAZY, RELAXING WEEKEND...
A quote for your week ahead ~
A quote for your week ahead ~
“Nothing is ever so good or so bad in reality as it is in the anticipation. ”
― Marie Bashkirtseff
― Marie Bashkirtseff
Friday, October 28, 2011
friday fave #4: LOUIS VUITTON RTW 2012
HOW PRETTY / GORGEOUS IS THIS PARADE?
I love the clothes, the hair {especially the headbands} and the make-up ~ just divine!
{Pics: Style.com}
home inspiration: BOOKSHELVES
I THINK A BOOKSHELF TELLS A LOT ABOUT A PERSON ~
not only by the choice of books, but how they're arranged...
I'm quite liking these arrangements!
{Source: Everything Fabulous}
friday fave #3: COUNTRY STYLE NOVEMBER
COUNTRY STYLE MAGAZINE...
seems to get better with every issue ~ and I just LOVE their covers!
CLICK HERE for more about the November issue
friday fave #2: JIMMY CHOO ICONS
JIMMY CHOO IS DOING SOMETHING AMAZING FOR HIS 15TH ANNIVERSARY...
he's re-releasing some of the brand’s most memorable styles for an Icons capsule collection!
“The Icons is really my 15 favorite shoes of the last 15 years,” co-founder Tamara Mellon says in this behind-the-scenes video {below} introducing the line. The styles chosen include celebrity favorites, famous on-screen pairs—like Carrie Bradshaw’s “I lost my Choo!” stiletto—and more, adapted with a modern feel.
The iconic shoe lineup ~ and a new book ~ is now available on jimmychoo.com, and 10 percent of proceeds benefit the Jimmy Choo Foundation, a charity that supports gender equality and female empowerment.
celeb-mumma: JENNIFER LOPEZ
J-LO / JENNY-FROM-THE BLOCK / JENNIFER LOPEZ IS THE COVERGIRL FOR GLAMOUR'S DECEMBER ISSUE...
Here's a sneak snippet of that she had to share with the Glam mag...
On what she’s learned about love and relationships:
“I think I’ve finally learned the biggest lesson of all. You’ve got to love yourself first. You’ve got to be OK on your own before you can be OK with somebody else. You’ve got to value yourself and know that you’re worth everything. And until you value yourself enough and love yourself enough to know that, you can’t really have a healthy relationship.”
On the possibility of a new relationship out of the public eye:
“I think to give something a chance, to really get to know somebody, you want to do it out of the public eye. You know the media—they want to rush everything.”
On her style:
“The things I liked when I was, like, 16 and in the Bronx - jeans, cut-up T-shirts - I still like. But I’ve been exposed to so much now from traveling the world and seeing couture clothes. I used all of that when I created my new line for Kohl’s. My style has come from everything, from where I started to where I am today.”
CLICK HERE for more on Jen in Glamour
friday fave #1: DR ROEBUCKS BUBS & BITS
THIS IS A MUST-HAVE MUMMA & BABE PRODUCT...
Dr Roebucks is a specially created line of therapeutic and extremely gentle face and body care. Consisting of four key products and suitable for even the most sensitive of skin, Dr Roebuck’s cares for all the precious things in life – from bubs to bits.
Every Dr Roebuck’s product is tested under the strictest physician supervision, and is Paraben and BPA free, as well as being active and non-toxic, making them suitable for even the most sensitive skin.
Dr Roebuck’s BUBS & BITS is perfection for the precious body parts that require special attention. Its active ingredients work in harmony with your skin to repair, replenish and soothe those precious areas.
Great for post spray-tanning, post-waxing and your baby's bottom.
cheeky CHEEK LIFTER
I AM SO GOING TO TRY THIS OUT...
Self magazine recommends you do this cheek-lifting maneuver twice a day...
Make a long, narrow O with your mouth, pulling lips inward. Jut your neck forward, and push your shoulders back. Place index fingers on top of cheeks (nails facing your nose). Next, press lips firmly against teeth and smile with your upper lip only so cheek muscles lift. (It may feel awkward for a few tries, but they say you'll get the hang of it.) Do 20 reps.
Make a long, narrow O with your mouth, pulling lips inward. Jut your neck forward, and push your shoulders back. Place index fingers on top of cheeks (nails facing your nose). Next, press lips firmly against teeth and smile with your upper lip only so cheek muscles lift. (It may feel awkward for a few tries, but they say you'll get the hang of it.) Do 20 reps.
Self says, toning your cheek muscles makes them more defined and elevates the hollows under eyes.
Worth a try, right?
Worth a try, right?
{Source: Self.com}
Thursday, October 27, 2011
snippet of MY DAY
MY SKINCARE COLUMN IN THE LATEST CLEO...
I still get excited seeing my work in print !
: )
loving... the PHILIPS PERFECTCARE IRON
I AM NOT THE BIGGEST IRONING PERSON ~
clothes have to be REALLY creased for me to get the iron out... that is until Philips asked me to review their new PerfectCare Steam Generator!
This 'iron' is amazing, it only has one setting which is the 'on' button... there's no temperature dial and it's 100% safe on all ironable fabrics. This means it's SO easy to use and a great time-saver if you have a never-ending ironing pile and are using a lot of time changing the setting for different fabrics and waiting for the iron to heat up and cool down between garments.
+ the PerfectCare also means you don't have to get things dry-cleaned, the iron is also 100% effective on delicate fabrics such as silk, linen, cashmere and even wool.
That is going to save me a lot of $$$ and time... I hate going to the drycleaners!
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the PerfectCare is the first iron in the world to meet the specification requirements for Woolmark-Apparel Care Gold for use on pure wool fabrics.
It's pretty damn clever ~
I'm very impressed, it makes ironing not so much of a chore/bore!
I'm very impressed, it makes ironing not so much of a chore/bore!
CLICK HERE for more info & stockists
2 second HAIR UPDATE
IT'S SO SO SIMPLE & YET IT MAKES A BIG DIFFERENCE...
wear a headband! Yep, it's that easy!
Whether your hair is up or down, it's an excellent way to tame those wayward baby hairs around your fringe to give you a sleek, smooth look ~ or a fab way to give the front fringe area some lift and height.
+ there are some pretty mazing headbands on the market ~
adoring this sparkly one at Louis Vuitton's Spring 2012 collection!
look YOUNGER TIP #9
ACCORDING TO A RECENT STUDY, YOUR HANDS LOOK YOUNGET WHEN YOU WEAR RINGS AND POLISH...
The study also showed that many women don't realise hands often show your age before your face does!
Here's other ways you can make your hands look younger-ish...
* Use a hand cream with SPF of at least 15 every day!
* Pick a nail colour that makes your hands look young (not taupe, not dark blue or deep burgundy). Bright reds look great on short, rounded nails, but make sure to choose an orange-y red and not a bluish red (the blue makes veins in your hands look worse).
Another great flattering shade is low-key, soft pink.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
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