Friday, September 5, 2008

Malone Magic
Buying gifts for those people who have everything always seem to be the hardest jobs. If you're stuck for an idea look no further than Jo Malone. I was lucky enough to be invited to the opening of their Adelaide store, which is only the third Jo Malone store to open in Australia. Known for their luxurious scents, candles and body creams Jo Malone is truly luxurious and definately a gift that will delight even the fussiest of critics. With gift sets available over the next few months (just in time for Christmas) there's no better time to spoil those you love. Visit www.jomalone.com.au for all the info.


Cologne Collection $125


Candle Centrepiece $420

Posted by Emilie Harrison
Copper Diamond Lady
There's only one way to sparkle this spring and that's with Bobbi Brown's new Copper Diamond Shimmer block. With five different shades in one - candlelight, copper, beige, gold and sand you'll glow like a goddess. You'll need a good brush kit for this too and the Copper Diamond Mini Brush set will fit perfectly in your bag for those little touch up's. Bobbi Brown to the rescue!
Visit www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com for more details.


Copper Diamond Mini Brush Set $99


Copper Diamond Shimmer Brick $80

Posted by Emilie Harrison
Pretty Crystal Things
The new collection from crystal powerhouse Swarovski is anything but boring. I'm loving the new Crystaline glassware and Waterlilly collection. What a great gift idea for your future mother-in-law! I think the tealight holders would look gorgeus on a table for a dinner party too... very speccy!
Visit www.swarovski.com to see the gorgeous collection.


Silex vase


Waterlilly tealight holder


Crystaline cocktail glass

Posted by Emilie Harrison
Amazing Papers
These stunning cards from Cartolina Cards in the US have my undivided attention today. I love every single one of them and cannot wait for my next trip to Sydney to visit Pentimento Papeterie in Newtown to see the range they carry.







Posted by Jane Cameron

Thursday, September 4, 2008

Naughty but Nice
Every girl needs beautiful lingerie. Australia's Kit Willow Podgornik's Willow Lingerie brand boasts some of the best. Available nationwide, check the website for stockist's details.





Posted by Jane Cameron
Save the Date
If you're planning a destination wedding, or have chosen a date during a popular time of year, a Save the Date card is a great way to let your guests know the wedding date well in advance. Some designs even include accommodation details that will give your guests all the information they need to arrange their digs well within time.

The Save the Date card is an opportunity to implement some styling ideas, whether it be the colour palette or typeface choice, but it can afford to be a little lighthearted and different from the wedding stationery. This way, when guests receive the wedding invitation, it will still be special.

Fine Stationery, in the US, offers a custom printed range of cards from the most divine designers and they can deliver right to your door in Australia. There are hundreds from which to choose - the only problem will be which one!

Here are some of our favourites...


Kate Spade


Kate Spade


Crane & Co.


William Arthur


Crane & Co.


William Arthur


Crane & Co.


Vera Wang

Posted by Jane Cameron

Tuesday, September 2, 2008

Display Rights
Like a trusty old friend, Ikea keeps coming up with the goods. The new 2009 catalogue was launched last week and includes these lovely vases. Imagine them en masse along the bridal table with brilliant full peony blooms in each.



The Blomster vase - small AUS$4.95 and larger AUS$9.95.

At these prices, you can afford to go for high impact.

Posted by Jane Cameron
In Fine Form
Step back into an era of elegance, opulence and sophistication with Fayreform’s new Spring Summer 2009 Masterpiece Collection. Drawing from the works of great master painters, Gainsborough, Raphael, Monet, and Michelangelo, the elegantly tailored range is a true vision of luxury, charm and sophistication. Fayreform specialise in D-J cup sizes so if you're bigger busted you'll feel as sexy as ever in Fayreform's gorgeous pieces. Visit www.fayreform.com to view the collection.


Statuette


Artifice

Posted by Emilie Harrison
Glam Up in 60 Seconds
Well spring has finally arrived and what a relief it is! I'm beginning to slowly put away my winter woolies and have started stocking up my cupboards with the cutest little summer dresses in the brightest shades. I'm loving the new Rimmel 60 Seconds Nail Polish. It comes in a hot selection of colours and, as the name suggests, dries in 60 seconds. What more could a girl on the go need? Rimmel is available at Priceline, Kmart, Target, BigW, Coles stores and selected pharmacies nationally so to check out the colour range visit www.RimmelLondon.com.



Posted by Emilie Harrison
Just a Little More...
How can I NOT show you these sweet little luggage tags? What a charming way to adorn your bags as you head off into the wild blue yonder as a married couple! US$25.00 + postage for a set of 2 from See Jane Work.



Posted by Jane Cameron
Get With It
Planning a wedding can be one of the most taxing times in a girl's life. Enter stage left See Jane Work from the US. I simply cannot get enough of their stationery. There is everything to help you get, and stay, organised.

These nifty Mateo Ilasco Clips, with letterpressed cardstock and metal clip backs, can be popped on to anything that needs attention. Place your papertrail in a priority queue and never forget anything ever again. US$14.00 for a set of 4 + postage.





Posted by Jane Cameron

Monday, September 1, 2008

Oh So Sensible Stationery
What a fun idea - stationery pre-empting the wedding! Etiquette suggests a bride must not use her married name before the wedding so this is a neat way to get in the spirit without breaking the rules. And so pretty too!

These are from Mr Boddington in the US.



Posted by Jane Cameron