Where's my pinny

With the christmas season in sight I thought I just might hunt through some old images and look what I found. This of course makes me wonder why more people don't wear pinnies/aprons. Sure there is the 'kiss the chef' and 'fake boobs' aprons that get dragged out at most BBQ's but where is the lost art of the beautiful apron?

So I'm on a mission to find/make and promote cute designs. Off the the flea market for me.

What katie did

WOW is the first thing that jumped to mind when I saw this new design from What Katie Did, then the next thing to jump in was "I WANT! I WANT!"

The Pigalle Laurie corset is another dramatic-looking gored-hip style, great on curvy vintage figures as it allows for maximum cinching with optimum comfort. With inspiration drawn from this range's namesake, the naughty Pigalle Quartier of Paris, and the vivid red satin and black floral lace overlay is decadent, elegant and more than a little bit saucy. Laurie is one of What Katie Did newest overbust designs, carefully cut to fit and flatter a wide range of bust sizes. The shaped cups will boost and uplift smaller busts, as well as supporting and enclosing larger cup sizes – up to a generous E. They've made this beautiful corset extra special, by adding a pleated ribbon trim at bottom and along the sweetheart neckline, with a little bow nestling at the décolleté, for that perfect finishing touch.

So jump online and start shopping

Exquisite life

Its that time of year again, when we start thinking of summer and swimsuits. Thanks to MsKendidoll and MsTC I don't have to worry about what to wear anymore. I just received a very cool package containing some 1950's navy inspired swimmers all from the fantastic boutique Exquisite Life.

Exquisite Life is a speciality fashion boutique, offering swimwear, beach apparel, accessories, and styling & image solutions located in Surfers Paradise QLD. Their collections feature, an interchangable mix of beautifully designed separates that take you from day to night. Every garment is carefully hand picked and sourced from quality Australian and European brands, brought into one convenient location for you to style your own personal look or two, for those special intimate occasions, a resort holiday, family poolside living, lounging on the yacht or simple beach fun.

With an emphasis on innovation, refined style, and a focus on artistic integrity, & design excellence, there is always something special in store. Choose from a variety of swimwear silhouettes, colours, prints, looks, for your foundational body shape, your image, your lifestyle, your budget.

So now to get that summer glow and find a pool. See you in summer.

Happy Halloween

Right gals grab your broomsticks and lets party! Happy Halloween everyone.

Va Va Voom

Now I often write about fashion and I'm usually referring to things my size, however I found this amazing store but sadly I can't wear anything. The reason is City Chic only design clothing for sizes AUS14 and up.

This season you will find designs for all ages and larger sizes that look stunning. On a shopping trip with my darling buddy last week we ended up walking out after trying on most of the store and a lot of bags in her hands. So I figured for the fuller figure ladies I'd let you know of City Chic's fabulous range! Watch the behind the scenes clip below to see what else these gals got up too.

Simple Makeup

Sometimes simple can be wonderful. Not so long ago I woke up feeling a bit tired and in need of a pick me up. So off to the wardrobe to pick out my favorite dress, then time for makeup. I went with the English rose look, which was very simple. After foundation and a light pink highlighter it was latte colored eyeshadow and a pink/plum lipstick. Of course a healthy dose of mascara, eyeliner and my favorite pick me up ..... 3/4 false lashes. And there you have it, a simple look in 20 mins.

Sometimes simple is best

This little piggy.....

Now I always seem to have pockets of loose change at the end of the day which usually end up scattered around my house. But not anymore, thanks to a very sweet reader I was sent this super cute two toned purple piggy bank from Howard's storage. I think I've found the perfect home for the "new shoes/dress" fund.

This little piggy went shopping.....