Sponsored by Williams Sonoma Australia Not everyone smugly finished their Christmas shopping two weeks ago. Yes, I have those friends! The ones with the colour co-ordinated, tastefully understated wrapping… I always start off with the best intentions but life gets in the way. And this year, with newborn Charlie in tow, well, I had no […]
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I could count on one hand how many greeting cards I’ve actually liked. For me, they normally go one of two ways: cringe or all cheese! But with many boutique Aussie brands popping up, it seems finally there are some beautiful alternatives on offer. So, have an anniversary, birthday or just a day where you want to […]
There’s no doubt that one of the most exciting parts of preparing for a new baby is designing the little one’s nursery. From safety considerations to matters of style and comfort, there’s plenty to consider which is why we consulted an expert on this one – Pottery Barn Kids Australia’s field visual manager Ebony Quaid. […]
Sponsored by Chatswood Chase Last week, I did my best to persuade you to bring back the Christmas shopping experience and make a day of it! Today, I’ve put together some gift ideas for all the usual recipients and the best thing is, they’re all available at Chatswood Chase Sydney! Read on for more inspiration then […]
By Bianca Tzatzagos Real homes don’t look like furniture catalogues – and nor should they! Along with great design and a few carefully chosen furniture pieces, all the best homes are full of the stuff of life: holiday souvenirs, inherited furniture, gifts from grandparents, family photos and quirky collections. Instead of shying away from all that […]
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Top 7 Father’s Day gifts
With Father’s Day rapidly approaching — it’s on Sunday September 6 for those not in the know (don’t worry I had to Google it too!) — we thought we’d put together a gift guide that has something for all tastes and all budgets. So this year, give Dad something a bit more interesting than socks and undies! […]
I alway struggle with gifts for the stylish men in my life and, working in the interiors industry, there are many of them, not to mention my long-suffering and well-dressed husband! So this Christmas, I was really happy to discover The IT Kit, an online gifting solution with options for everyone, but more than usual […]
Wrapping presents can be in equal parts exciting and daunting. What are Jason’s top tips? “Keep it simple. Choose one wrapping paper and one type of ribbon for a streamlined look and maximum impact. En masse they will look neat and uniform. A tip for wrapping: make sure you don’t use too much paper on […]
If you’re anything like me, you always start the Christmas season with the best intentions. You fantasise about getting your shopping done early, giving people the most unique and heartfelt gifts and wrapping them up with a nice little bow. But come Christmas Eve, that dream is a distant memory, and instead it becomes a mad dash to the finish line! And where […]
Disclosure: My new bed was gifted by Forty Winks. Positive coverage was not guaranteed. A decent bed is something you probably only shell out for a few times in a lifetime and by decent, I mean a step up from the cheapo one you get for your first share house. Like many things in life, you’re […]
Carly Saban loves creating beautiful things. She’s also a huge romantic! So when demand increased for the custom side of her artwork, she decided to create something for lovers! I was lucky enough to be gifted this memento of our recent wedding by Carly, of Bowerbird Living. How sweet?! She made it super personal and […]
Today it’s 2 months since I married my love. How times flies when you’re honeymooning, moving house and enjoying married life! Before I completely let go of being a recent bride and get on with being a wife, I thought I’d share one last wedding post with you, this time about the styling aspect. It […]
The perfect Christmas wreath for your front door really sets the tone but with so many different seasonal decorating tastes, themes and colour schemes, it’s definitely not a one size fits all situation! We’ve gathered a real variety of our favourites for you. Floreat for Legacy wreath: This wreath not only looks good but allows […]
With Christmas not too far off, the season of festive decoration has well and truly begun! There are so many products that can be used to get your home Santa-ready this Chrissie, including cushions, wreaths, stockings, decorations for the tree – and much, much more! To celebrate, we’ve collated some stylish Christmas decorations for your […]
As owners of the Aussie Christmas décor store The Christmas Cart, Deborah Quinn and Kym Aldred spend a rather large amount of time looking at current interior styling trends to gauge how they may be interpreted at Christmas. From a chic alternative to classic red, to a subtle metallic look and a full-blow South American […]
From Christmas pudding to tropical fruit and spicy cranberries, this year’s festive candles are one for the gourmands! And just like last year, this year’s crop have a lovely Aussie summer vibe. Glasshouse ‘Merry & Bright’ candle: A fun mix of tropical fruits (pineapple and strawberries) and fizzy summer freshness (a dash of mint) make […]
Brought to you by Chatswood Chase Sydney Take a friend with staying power. Lightweights need not apply! You need someone who isn’t going to let you leave the shops until you’ve got everything you came for! In the right company, a Christmas shopping expedition can be loads of fun! Make a list and go prepared. […]
Sponsored by Chatswood Chase If you’re one of those people who has already started their Christmas shopping, well done to you! If you’re one of those people who finished it last month, I hate you! You make me feel bad! Seriously, every year I am so disorganised and I think it’s a reflection of our […]