Hmmm, brutally honest? I'm not too sure how exciting I find this news. It was within the last year or so that ASOS added the option for Aussie dollar, and that was useless because the prices were higher then if you bought with the pound.
We already get free shipping. But perhaps that will change to only from the Aussie site?
Nope, not sold on this plan, we'll have to wait and see if we'll be forking over more money first.
Monday, 22 August 2011
30 days of Fashion and Beauty 2011: Brisbane Events
In previous years we have been a little forgotten during the 30 days of (insert something here) events, during the health and fitness there wasn't a damn thing in Brisbane at all! In comparison to Melbourne, let alone Sydney. Le sigh. So to try and get some more attendance so hopefully there will be more events, here is the list of things that will be happening in and around Brisbane this September.
My first recommendation is to sign up to the emailing list, it makes registering for events as simple as a few clicks and will keep you up to date on what's happening.
Thursday September 1:
Priceline will be running two events in collaboration with Madison, the first held at 12:30, and another at 6:00, both are titled Runway to Realway, and will teach you some tricks for making the makeup trends for this season wearable. These two events will be located at Priceline in Robina down the coast.
Thursday September 8:
GeorgeGrossHarryWho VIP Spring/Summer2011 Collection Launch will be held in Brisbane, tickets must be bought for this event that will include canapes and drinks, and will be held at midday at The Emporium Hotel, 1000 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley.
Friday September 9:
Priceline in collaboration with Woman's Day Magazine will be running an instant makeover workshop at Priceline Queens Street Mall in the evening at 12:30 and 6:00, They will be going on how to update your look.
Saturday September 10:
If you're willing to go on a drive down the coast, there will be the AMP Capital Shopping Centres - Madison mile Fashion and Health Workshop run at Pacific Fair, Broadbeach. Madison Magazines Fashions peeps will be there advising on how to put together the trends coming in fashion. Session is scheduled for 11:30, and looks like a good one to go to. Events is free but there is a $20 goodie bag to be purchase for charity if interested.
Wednesday September 14:
Priceline and Cosmo will be presenting a workshop called Red Carpet, At the Queen Street Mall. perfect for anyone who will be attending any glamorous events. Workshop will occur at 12:30
Also happening today down in Robina is Pandora's Romantic Rock Runway show down at Robina Town Centre. It will be on at 11:30.
Thursday September 15:
Pandora will be presenting at Robin Town Centre again, same details as the day before.
GeorgeGrossHarryWho VIP Spring/Summer2011 Collection Launch will be happening at David Jones Queens Plaza but for free this time, reservations are required. Midday.
Priceline and the Australian's Women's Weekly Will be holding Instant Glamour workshops at Robina. Times will be 12:30 and 6:00.
Friday September 16:
Priceline and Cleo will be holding an After Dark workshop today at Centro Toombul, to perfect your evening look. Be there for 12:30.
Pandora will yet again be presenting at Robin Town Centre again, same details as the days before.
Saturday September 17:
After three days of parades, Pandora will be holding Styling Sessions on how to work the latest looks. 11:30 at Robina Town Centre.
Sunday September 18:
Prestige to High-Street with Commonwealth Bank, will be held at Robina Town Centre today at 1:00, I believe it will be a runway show or presentation, the description isn't very clear.
Pandora will being running styling sessions again, same details as the previous day.
Monday September 19:
Pandora will be launching its new collection in Brisbane, the description is telling us to keep an eye out for new details, but it will be free with champagne and canapes. Totally there lol. 6:00-9:00 PM.
Thursday September 22:
Another Free to attend GeorgeGrossHarryWho VIP Spring/Summer2011 Collection Launch will be held down at David Jones, Robina Town Centre today at 11:00, with free canapes and refreshments.
And that brings us to a close of the activities in Brisbane, Let me know if you guys know of any unofficial things going on that I can share with everyone.
My first recommendation is to sign up to the emailing list, it makes registering for events as simple as a few clicks and will keep you up to date on what's happening.
Thursday September 1:
Priceline will be running two events in collaboration with Madison, the first held at 12:30, and another at 6:00, both are titled Runway to Realway, and will teach you some tricks for making the makeup trends for this season wearable. These two events will be located at Priceline in Robina down the coast.
Thursday September 8:
GeorgeGrossHarryWho VIP Spring/Summer2011 Collection Launch will be held in Brisbane, tickets must be bought for this event that will include canapes and drinks, and will be held at midday at The Emporium Hotel, 1000 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley.
Friday September 9:
Priceline in collaboration with Woman's Day Magazine will be running an instant makeover workshop at Priceline Queens Street Mall in the evening at 12:30 and 6:00, They will be going on how to update your look.
Saturday September 10:
If you're willing to go on a drive down the coast, there will be the AMP Capital Shopping Centres - Madison mile Fashion and Health Workshop run at Pacific Fair, Broadbeach. Madison Magazines Fashions peeps will be there advising on how to put together the trends coming in fashion. Session is scheduled for 11:30, and looks like a good one to go to. Events is free but there is a $20 goodie bag to be purchase for charity if interested.
Wednesday September 14:
Priceline and Cosmo will be presenting a workshop called Red Carpet, At the Queen Street Mall. perfect for anyone who will be attending any glamorous events. Workshop will occur at 12:30
Also happening today down in Robina is Pandora's Romantic Rock Runway show down at Robina Town Centre. It will be on at 11:30.
Thursday September 15:
Pandora will be presenting at Robin Town Centre again, same details as the day before.
GeorgeGrossHarryWho VIP Spring/Summer2011 Collection Launch will be happening at David Jones Queens Plaza but for free this time, reservations are required. Midday.
Priceline and the Australian's Women's Weekly Will be holding Instant Glamour workshops at Robina. Times will be 12:30 and 6:00.
Friday September 16:
Priceline and Cleo will be holding an After Dark workshop today at Centro Toombul, to perfect your evening look. Be there for 12:30.
Pandora will yet again be presenting at Robin Town Centre again, same details as the days before.
Saturday September 17:
After three days of parades, Pandora will be holding Styling Sessions on how to work the latest looks. 11:30 at Robina Town Centre.
Sunday September 18:
Prestige to High-Street with Commonwealth Bank, will be held at Robina Town Centre today at 1:00, I believe it will be a runway show or presentation, the description isn't very clear.
Pandora will being running styling sessions again, same details as the previous day.
Monday September 19:
Pandora will be launching its new collection in Brisbane, the description is telling us to keep an eye out for new details, but it will be free with champagne and canapes. Totally there lol. 6:00-9:00 PM.
Thursday September 22:
Another Free to attend GeorgeGrossHarryWho VIP Spring/Summer2011 Collection Launch will be held down at David Jones, Robina Town Centre today at 11:00, with free canapes and refreshments.
And that brings us to a close of the activities in Brisbane, Let me know if you guys know of any unofficial things going on that I can share with everyone.
Sunday, 21 August 2011
Loving this week: LWB Life with Bird Classics, Cotton on Body and Antipodium x Sportsgirl
I've had a soft spot for Life with Bird for a long time but even at sample sales I still haven't been able to afford anything! Mind you, the last time I went to one that had anything by them I was a struggling student living on a mere $300, and had no credit card to speak of.
I'm admiring their classic range at the moment. They're perfect for layering with the flowy shapes and tights that I'm seeing everywhere in the upcoming season. In particular I want this Sleeveless Shirt Dress, I'd belt it and wear it, need to look like I have some shape after all.
I'm admiring their classic range at the moment. They're perfect for layering with the flowy shapes and tights that I'm seeing everywhere in the upcoming season. In particular I want this Sleeveless Shirt Dress, I'd belt it and wear it, need to look like I have some shape after all.
Sleeveless Shirt Dress by LWB Life With Bird Classics
I'm sure I've mentioned before my dislike for Cotton On, but I still shop at some of their stores, if there's a flash in the pan shoes trend I see no point in spending $300 on a pair of shoes that will only be in and last for one season. But we're not talking shoes today.
What I am talking about are the awesome superhero knickers at Cotton On Body. They are so comfy! The size large, actually fits a size large and the VPL doesn't dig in as much as they can. Particularly cute to wear on sleepovers with the boy.
These ones in particular are from previous seasons, but they give you the idea, also at the moment, Cotton On Body are giving you 5 pairs of knickers for $30, more then 40% off if you get the pricier pairs. I think it may be only instore though.
Superhero boylegs (and bras) available at Cotton on Body, seemingly in store only.
One store that does Collaborations incredibly well are Sportsgirl, and in September they are going to release their newest with Antipodium. Called Field Days it is inspired by the music festival that occurs yearly near Antipdium headquarters in England. I'm expecting some pieces perfect for the weekend, and our upcoming festivals too.
Antipodium at Sportsgirl, rumoured to be dropping on the 7th of September.
Saturday, 20 August 2011
Free things to do during MBFF
Well I sort of got too busy in the last few days to put this up as early as I plan, and for that I am sorry. Even with EKKA Wednesday off!
So MBFF has started for 2011! The opening ball was last night, and the only way for a lot of underlings to attend is tobe a slave volunteer. You can actually see a lot of shows and such for free, here's my quick guide:
All days:
I'm pretty sure The Fashion Bar is available during the late afternoons and evenings all days, You can find it this year at Cascade court, QPAC. It looks like it opens at 4:00 PM most days, and 4:45 on Sunday. If you are meeting up with friends for a show this is generally a good place to meet.
Saturday
The Young Designer Markets are going to be up and running today, near the regular Southbank Lifestyle Markets. 12 pm - 10 pm.
There is also something called Wintergarden Indulgence, you can find it at The Fashion Bar, Cascade Court QPAC at 4:PM.
Sunday:
Though not strictly free, to get up close you'll need a ticket. The Swimwear Parade is out in the open at the Streets beach, and unless they've erected a tent there today you can still get a good view if you camp out, possibly at the cafes up top there? Be warned though, this is one of the most popular events.
Young Designer Markets will also be running today at 10 am - 5 pm.
Monday:
On Monday the free shows in the Queens Street Mall will start up. The City Fashion Flash has taken a new formula this year, as 'flash' fashionistas will be 'struting' the mall, I'm guessing they will still have a base in the usual amphitheatre spot. I like this concept but it'll be hard to spot them all won't it? but this way more people will get the chance to have a good look won't they? Find them at 12:PM
Tuesday:
Fashion Flash on in the Queen Street Mall at 12:00PM
The Emerging Designer & Fashion Graduates Celebration will be on at The Fashion Bar from 9:00 PM onwards.
QUT will be holding a Fashion After Hours event today as well it will be a panel discussing "Industry & Autonomy: what is sustainable fashion?" featuring the following guests.
Tess Curran, Assistant Editor, Peppermint Magazine,
Paula Dunlop, PhD, Independent Practitioner and co-founder, The Stitchery Collective, Alice Payne, PhD Candidate, QUT,
Samantha Hardman, Fashion Designer, Bento,
Joshua Jones, Jean Brown.
I would personally just go for the exclusive Pop up vintage market afterwards run by The Best Little Vintage Van in Vegas.
It will be held at 8.30pm / Auditorium 1, Level 2 State Library of Queensland, South Bank.
Though they say tickets can be booked online, I'm willing to bet you can just show up and get in if the crowd isn't big, just to be sure though, there is a Ticketek office just across the way at QPAC to ensure to get in.
Wednesday:
The City Fashion flash will be running again at its regular time.
QUT: Fashion after hours will be holding another Panel, this time discussing 'Brisbane Women in Fashion': Clothing, Community (that sounds v. poorly punctuated to me ...) I think I'll be heading along to this one. Panelists include:
Lydia Pearson & Pamela Easton, Easton Pearson,
Kath Horton, Discipline Leader, Fashion QUT and Co-founder, The Stitchery Collective, Thea Basilou, Blonde Venus,
Faiza El-Higzi, The Romero Centre.
It will be held the same as the previous one: 8.30pm / Auditorium 1, Level 2 State Library of Queensland, South Bank.
Thursday:
Only two events are on today and both of them are free!
The City Fashion Flash is on, as per usual, but there is also the Dreaming of Chanel Launch Event. This is an exhibition of some of the amazing clothes in the Darnell Collection of vintage clothing, Charlotte Smith is a lovely lady and I went to her book signing last year for Dreaming of Dior. I'd recommend going to check out this exhibition while you can, nothing can teach us more about a subject then the past.
The event will be held at 6.00pm / QUT Art Museum, 2 George St, QUT Gardens Point Campus.
Friday:
The City Fashion Flash! Of course! lol.
The Dreaming of Chanel Exhibition will be running until the 16th of October for anyone who cannot make it to the opening event. Mon-Fri 10am-5pm & Sat 12pm-4pm
So MBFF has started for 2011! The opening ball was last night, and the only way for a lot of underlings to attend is to
All days:
I'm pretty sure The Fashion Bar is available during the late afternoons and evenings all days, You can find it this year at Cascade court, QPAC. It looks like it opens at 4:00 PM most days, and 4:45 on Sunday. If you are meeting up with friends for a show this is generally a good place to meet.
Saturday
The Young Designer Markets are going to be up and running today, near the regular Southbank Lifestyle Markets. 12 pm - 10 pm.
There is also something called Wintergarden Indulgence, you can find it at The Fashion Bar, Cascade Court QPAC at 4:PM.
Sunday:
Though not strictly free, to get up close you'll need a ticket. The Swimwear Parade is out in the open at the Streets beach, and unless they've erected a tent there today you can still get a good view if you camp out, possibly at the cafes up top there? Be warned though, this is one of the most popular events.
Young Designer Markets will also be running today at 10 am - 5 pm.
Monday:
On Monday the free shows in the Queens Street Mall will start up. The City Fashion Flash has taken a new formula this year, as 'flash' fashionistas will be 'struting' the mall, I'm guessing they will still have a base in the usual amphitheatre spot. I like this concept but it'll be hard to spot them all won't it? but this way more people will get the chance to have a good look won't they? Find them at 12:PM
Tuesday:
Fashion Flash on in the Queen Street Mall at 12:00PM
The Emerging Designer & Fashion Graduates Celebration will be on at The Fashion Bar from 9:00 PM onwards.
QUT will be holding a Fashion After Hours event today as well it will be a panel discussing "Industry & Autonomy: what is sustainable fashion?" featuring the following guests.
Tess Curran, Assistant Editor, Peppermint Magazine,
Paula Dunlop, PhD, Independent Practitioner and co-founder, The Stitchery Collective, Alice Payne, PhD Candidate, QUT,
Samantha Hardman, Fashion Designer, Bento,
Joshua Jones, Jean Brown.
I would personally just go for the exclusive Pop up vintage market afterwards run by The Best Little Vintage Van in Vegas.
It will be held at 8.30pm / Auditorium 1, Level 2 State Library of Queensland, South Bank.
Though they say tickets can be booked online, I'm willing to bet you can just show up and get in if the crowd isn't big, just to be sure though, there is a Ticketek office just across the way at QPAC to ensure to get in.
Wednesday:
The City Fashion flash will be running again at its regular time.
QUT: Fashion after hours will be holding another Panel, this time discussing 'Brisbane Women in Fashion': Clothing, Community (that sounds v. poorly punctuated to me ...) I think I'll be heading along to this one. Panelists include:
Lydia Pearson & Pamela Easton, Easton Pearson,
Kath Horton, Discipline Leader, Fashion QUT and Co-founder, The Stitchery Collective, Thea Basilou, Blonde Venus,
Faiza El-Higzi, The Romero Centre.
It will be held the same as the previous one: 8.30pm / Auditorium 1, Level 2 State Library of Queensland, South Bank.
Thursday:
Only two events are on today and both of them are free!
The City Fashion Flash is on, as per usual, but there is also the Dreaming of Chanel Launch Event. This is an exhibition of some of the amazing clothes in the Darnell Collection of vintage clothing, Charlotte Smith is a lovely lady and I went to her book signing last year for Dreaming of Dior. I'd recommend going to check out this exhibition while you can, nothing can teach us more about a subject then the past.
The event will be held at 6.00pm / QUT Art Museum, 2 George St, QUT Gardens Point Campus.
Friday:
The City Fashion Flash! Of course! lol.
The Dreaming of Chanel Exhibition will be running until the 16th of October for anyone who cannot make it to the opening event. Mon-Fri 10am-5pm & Sat 12pm-4pm
Bought! Faraway day wallet by Mimco
Well now I'm glad I didn't bother with the $30 voucher. While it would have been great if I had bought anything below $150, now that Mimco have 20% off storewide, I got an even better deal.
Alas I cannot afford the cute faraway day hip bag, but I found myself in need of a wallet. Hopefully I'll remember not to leave it lying on the floor so it can become Mischa's favourite toy. With lots of claw marks in the shiny leather.
While it doesn't have oodles of pockets for cards it has enough for my memberships and discounts, the coin section for a wallet this size is generous, and I have a facination for bags and wallets with clips. The inside is rather shiny metallic leather which I think it growing on me.
Alas I cannot afford the cute faraway day hip bag, but I found myself in need of a wallet. Hopefully I'll remember not to leave it lying on the floor so it can become Mischa's favourite toy. With lots of claw marks in the shiny leather.
While it doesn't have oodles of pockets for cards it has enough for my memberships and discounts, the coin section for a wallet this size is generous, and I have a facination for bags and wallets with clips. The inside is rather shiny metallic leather which I think it growing on me.
Faraway Day Wallet by Mimco.
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