Ladies, let’s talk about public exposure. Now, I’m not afraid of a bit of public nudity. I’ve stripped off in a hammam (public bathhouse) in Morocco and I would have gone to an onsen (hot springs, where you traditionally bathe naked) if I hadn’t been pregnant when we were in Japan. And, as predicted, after… Continue reading Mumma bear style: beyond the bump
I have a confession: I’m a premature packer. The moment I see a holiday on the horizon, I start mentally preparing. A week or two out, I draft off clothes for the trip, start planning combinations, and cull/add items as needed. I’m usually completely packed a few days in advance (and then, of course, have… Continue reading Fast five: travel beauty
And by ‘good’, I mean for retail therapy. I just counted the social media accounts I am responsible for personally, for work and for professional associations: 2 Facebook profiles 2 Facebook pages 2 Instagram accounts 4 Twitter accounts 1 LinkedIn profile Eleven! With all the time it takes to manage this social media presence I… Continue reading How to use social media for good, not evil
If Australia Post goes broke, it won’t be because I didn’t support them. (By the way Mr M, you probably should stop reading now.) Moving back to the country has been amazing on so many levels and I would struggle to live in a city again – I love the space, the fresh air, the… Continue reading Shop ‘til you drop, from afar
Why hello autumn, we thought you weren’t going to make an appearance this year. You’ve arrived just in time for winter! I’m a Queensland girl, so I love summer and have to resist going into ‘bear-in-a-cave’ hibernation mode during South Australia’s colder months. When I moved to SA (for love, naww) five years ago I arrived… Continue reading What I wore: a chill in the air
I had a cheeky trip to Adelaide last weekend and managed to pack a lot into 24 hours. I even fit in a quick visit to Brazil. What?! Well, to Rio specifically. Actually, to the Adelaide Entertainment Centre – but there was plenty Rio-ness to be found inside its walls. Like Cinderella, I have wanted… Continue reading Maracas and markets
I love shopping. There, I said it. (Pause for surprised gasps.) However, although I love to find treasures from my adventures the last thing I want to do when I’m overseas is waste all my time in shops. Mr M and I spend most of our travels doing exactly that: travelling. We explore the great outdoors.… Continue reading Japan part 3: What I bought
Ok, ok, I know it is March. Which means autumn. Which means a seasonal change in clothing…but I don’t think anyone told the weather in South Australia! This week’s style challenge reflects the temperature gauge: summer lovin’. It is an opportunity to give your summer wardrobe one last outing before the days start turning chilly. With… Continue reading Sunday night style challenge: summer lovin’
I have to admit, tonight’s style challenge is purely for selfish reasons because I need an excuse to wear a new purchase – this leopard print hand-made polymer clay necklace by the wonderful Midnight & Coco. Is it not fun? And leopard-ish? And PINK! Anyway, when I searched for other pieces for this theme I was surprised… Continue reading Sunday night style challenge: animal instinct
Tricky trends: How to incorporate concrete, marble and stone into your home and wardrobe without looking like a construction zone. Industrial-inspired homewares and fashion can be a tricky look to pull off. Here are six ways I have embraced this tough, minimalistic trend without going full-on building worksite. Concrete: Left: This Bo & Co candle… Continue reading Hard hat not required
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