Friday Favourites

Three little moments of happy from the week that was...

Sipping on the very best kind of hot chocolate - rich, creamy & totally indulgent! 

Audrey, post wash-&-blowdry at Dogue {loving life}. 

Desk candy: Kikki. paper clips, makes paperwork that much more fun.

Have a beautiful weekend.

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Friday Favourites

Three snippets of loveliness from the week that was...

We spent a blissful Saturday in Bowral, country NSW {my 'happy place' & also the town in which we'll be married later this year} attending to wedding appointments, meandering through bookstores & sipping hot chocolate. We couldn't help ourselves & headed up to Centennial Vineyards, our reception venue, for a glass of bubbles on the lawn before returning back to the frenetic pace of Sydney. 

I took a break from bright & went soft, sweet & ladylike instead with Chanel's Peche Nacrée...

After much anticipation, the postman arrived with my brand-new copy of Cupcakes & Cashmere - author, blogging superstar & all-round genius Emily Schuman's first foray into print. The source of endless inspiration & divine prettiness, this book is every bit as lovely as her famous blog. As suspected, it's already a best-seller! Pick up your copy here

Wishing you an amazing weekend!

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Friday Favourites

Three small pockets of joy from the week...

The new season nail lacquer collection from Chanel. 

Available in three delicious new shades; Vertigo, Frenzy & Suspicious 

Pretty climbing roses in full bloom

Salted caramel, strawberry & vanilla bean macarons from Lindt. Three little mouthfuls of heaven!

Wishing you a beautiful weekend

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Friday Favourites

Three little things that made this week sweet...

Yet another addition to the ever-expanding collection, I discovered this delicious book in a beautiful little book shop when I was away over the weekend. With amazing photos & illustrations, it walks you through the arrondissement's of Paris, sharing secrets of the best, most inspiring boutiques, markets, tea salons & stores. 

I've fallen head over heels for Loving Earth's Organic Mylk Chocolate. This one is made with organic coconut nectar & is melt-in-your mouth phenomenal. 

A pretty pastel mani using sweet, soft shades of OPI's Mod About You & Done Out In Deco. 

Wishing you an amazing weekend!

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Friday Favourites

Three little snapshots of things that made me happy this week...

A trip to my favourite florist. Creative superstars Naomi & Esther from The Sisters are hugely talented & have the most divine store, brimming with beautiful blooms & buzzing with the kind of energy that can only be created from people who truly love what they do. 

Wearing my heart on my wrist: my two favourite pieces of arm candy are etched with meaning that focuses me each time I see them. Opa Designs created the silver disc bracelet, inscribed with the mantra I live my life by {a potent reminder that only we can create the life we wish to live}.  The rose quartz one is Thomas Sabo; a gift from a dear friend, it carries my initials (including my soon to be new married surname). 

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I couldn't go past these delicious Coconut Almond Bars when I saw them on Camille Styles recently & immediately set out to recreate them. Super easy to make, ultra delicious & naturally gluten free? They had me at hello. 

Wishing you an amazing weekend!

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Friday Favourites

A little spotlight on three things contributing to my happiness this week...

I spent a morning with my super talented & gorgeous friend Katie of CMYK group, who captured some photos I can't wait to share with you! The first two pics below are just two of many...{more to follow}

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So pleased to finally have gotten around to framing my new prints from Jess LC. Bright, beautiful & inspiring, they are the perfect addition to my office space. 

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Pretty flowers on my desk...the fresh, sweet perfume from the freesias (centre) is strong enough to scent the entire room.  

Spending cold winter nights tucked up in bed drinking hot chocolate & reading Vicki Archer's 'My French Life'. Perfectly married with lavish photography by the amazing Carla Coulson, Vicki's story is one of daydreams. She & her family spent years restoring an old French farmhouse that is situated on the grounds of an abandoned orchard. Here, she documents her personal journey through her 'french life', telling her story in such a way that all you want to do is pack your bags & head over for a cafe au lait & a croissant with her. Pure, unadulterated escapism. 

Wishing you a beautiful weekend. 

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Friday Favourites

Three things making me happy this week...

Sparkly new cluster earrings. While most of what I wear is classic & understated, there is nothing like a hit of sparkle sometimes to lift an outfit! 

Burning this delish candle.Vanilla is an all-time favourite scent & this one's loveliness is compounded by lashings of caramel in the fragrance. Perfection for a sweet tooth like me. 

Channelling my inner child with sweet, jewel hair clips. 

Wishing you a sparkling weekend. 

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Friday Favourites...

Three things making me smile this week...

My favourite beauty space Balgownie Beauty & Medispa is featured in this months Marie Claire Australia magazine. The team at Balgownie Beauty are the most dedicated skin therapists you'll ever come across. One hundred percent passionate about what they do & totally in love with skin, they are equipped with the latest techniques, products & equipment to create ultimate skin health. I'm thrilled that they are being recognised & encourage anyone living in the Sydney/ Wollongong region to book in for a for a skin health consultation or a luxe facial - they excel at both!

Beautiful Thank You notes from Beposke Letterpress Couture Stationery. If you didn't catch my post yesterday about this exquisite design & printing house, you can read it here.

Coco Ribbon Little Miracle Balm. Plumping, hydrating, soothing & 100% handbag candy, I am never without this amazing multi-purpose balm. Fortified with nourishing ingredients including a unique flower complex consisting of Lotus, Chinese Rose and Black Orchid, this little gem not only soothes & softens the skin, it also smells divine.

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Friday Favourites

Three things making me happy this week...

{This beautiful, feathered headband that I picked up this week at Alannah Hill. The Queen of luxe, feminine pieces, Alannah Hill is one of those stores that make you glad to be a girl}

{Despite it taking up residence on my '33 before 33' list for some months now, it is this month that I have finally committed myself to the wonderful challenge that is the Photo a Day, created by the super talented Fat Mum Slim. I'm excited this month to be playing along and will be posting my moments via Instagram. Follow me @jacquie99} 

{Warming things up with MAC's Lustre Drops in Sun Rush. This peachy, bronze liquid highlighter is densely pigmented & finishes with a pearly shimmer. I find mixing a few drops with my foundation is perfect for creating luminous, glowy skin. Nails: Chanel Le Vernis in Rose Insolent} 

Have a beautiful weekend!

x

Friday Favourites

Three things making me happy this week...

{Amazing flowers prettying up my new desk - a work space is always more productive when it's beautiful}

{This amazing 'Into The Light' palette from Stila Cosmetics, which I have been busting to try since it was recommended to me by a Beauty Editor recently who claimed it could do no wrong. I'm pleased to say...she was right! Tutorial coming soon}

{Looking forward to attending the One Fine Day bridal event in Sydney this Sunday. A fair that promises a colourful, creative affair filled with niche wedding industry experts, champagne, a beauty parlour & chilled acoustic tunes in the garden...and no chair covers or organza in any form? I couldn't book my ticket fast enough! I'm anticipating amazing inspiration}

Have an amazing weekend.

x

Friday Favourites

Three things I'm loving this week...

Flirty, pretty nails with Revlon Top Speed Nail Enamel in 'Peachy'

Coffee catchups at my favourite breakfast spot with the girls

Pretty blooms in the window of my favourite florist

Wishing everyone a beautiful weekend!
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