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Hello & welcome! I’m Rachael, an early 30’s Mama of two beautiful boys who loves a fabulous outfit and a cheeky glass of champagne.

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HAVE YOU ENTERED? I’ve have teamed up with an amazing bunch of Mamas and stores to spoil one lucky Lady with a $1200 Auguste the label gift voucher, just in time to refresh the wardrobe for spring! For all the details and to Enter head over to @mamasgiveback_ 💖 ends on the 25th of August. In no way affiliated, endorsed or promoted by Instagram or Auguste the label

@_laurabentley_ posted the other day that she didn’t feel like she had lost a part of herself by becoming a mother, that in fact she is the best version of herself because she is a mother. ⠀ ⠀ It was fantastic to see so many women commenting and saying they felt the same. I’ve never been career driven. I didn’t go to university, I went to beauty school. I didn’t chase high paying jobs, mostly I worked for myself or small businesses. It was the people I worked with that made the job for me. Until I had Bébé. Being a Mama was all I had ever wanted to be, for my preschool careers day I went as a lollipop lady with ten kids (I can’t think of anything worse on both accounts these days though 😂). ⠀ ⠀ These two monkeys. My boys. My heart. They’re my everything, and although some days I’m shouty and some days I say no more than any other word in the dictionary, every day I’m so grateful they’re mine. And I wouldn’t want to be anywhere except with them. ⠀ ⠀ Ps we’re absolutely still LOVING our @chiccoaustralia Miinimo stroller. Hands down the best stroller I’ve ever used or owned. So light, compact and I can put it up and back down with one hand 🙌🏼 which is amazing because my other hand is usually grabbing a part of Bambino to stop him running off 🙄⠀ ⠀ #chiccoaustralia #chiccopartner #csvpgifted #bebeandbambino

I’ve turned into such a Playsuit and dress kind of girl I am SEVERELY lacking in the top department. I have a handful of camis and tees, but nice tops? Nada. So hard to find non-cropped tops at the moment. I get it, they’re in vogue, but what about those of us who prefer NOT to show from underboob to navel? So now I’ve made it a mission to find cute, appropriate length, tops... what do you lack in your wardrobe?⠀ ⠀ [ @tsid_clothing CSVP10 (10% OFF) | @orange_sherbet CHAMPAGNE15% (15% OFF)]⠀ ⠀ #tsidtribe #orangesherbet #sherbetgirl #csvpgifted #getitonamazon #amazonfashionau

Brisbane people be like “it’s under 22 degrees, quick grab the snow coat” ❄️☃️❄️⠀ ⠀ @tsid_clothing have sale on sale atm... this gorgeous Panther Coat is down to $60-ish [code SALEONSALE for sale and CSVP10 for full price items] and reversible! Perfect to throw on over my fav @abiandjoseph Carrera Duel Pocket tights [code abi20 = 20% OFF] for school run 🙌🏼⠀ ⠀ #tsidtribe #abiandjoseph #vionicshoes #csvpgifted #brisbanewinter

When Bébé gets home from school my rules are: unpack bag, change out of uniform and wash hands with soap. Who knows what germs and dirt he’s been touching all day!⠀ ⠀ He’s definitely at an age where he wants to be as independent as possible so it’s great that he can use the NEW Dettol Parents Approved* handwash range all by himself, it offers the same Dettol protection from germs in a simplified formula.⠀ ⠀ ⠀ @dettol_au #DettolPartner #DettolParentsApproved #ad ⠀ This product was provided to me for review. All opinions are my own. Do not use on children undera 3 years. ⠀ *Concept approved in study of n=263 Australian Parents, Dec 2018. ⠀ **No harsh residues as shown by dermatological testing

Take the hassle out of what to wear in the morning by choosing key pieces that work hard, like this $29.00 Jumpsuit from @bigwaustralia’s new Spring Range! ⠀ ⠀ I’m showing you three easy ways to style this affordable and on-trend piece, the perfect transeasonal item... plus it has POCKETS 🙌🏼 Shop the range via link in bio.⠀ ⠀ Which is your favourite? ⠀ ⠀ #bigwaustralia #bigwcollab #bigweverydayrunway #csvpspon

Hey babe, take a walk on the wild side...⠀ ⠀ A little bit obsessed with the new @suzanne_grae Animal Shirt Dress [Sz12], it’s the perfect mix of flattering and fun. I’ve added a belt but it would look amazing open as a duster over jeans with white sneakers too! Totally works in with Bambino’s 2nd Birthday theme... I can’t remember if I told you that I decided on what we’re doing? ⠀ ⠀ #suzannegrae #csvpspon #lifesbrighter

When you’re at a play date and @allabouteverly brings out coffee and chocolate... #quickwherearethekids #ohheretheycome #cansniffchocolateamileaway ⠀ ⠀ I’ve taste tested all the #FairTrade chocolate for you (so selfless I know) and I think my favourite is the dark chocolate with sea salt 🍫🌊⠀ ⠀ ⠀ #FairTradeALDI #ALDIHaul #ALDIPartner #Gifted @ALDIAustralia

One trend that has arrived for Spring/Summer is yellow. A colour that can be quite daunting and polarising. Most people don't mind, and can wear a soft lemon or perhaps a deeper mustard or golden shade however the colour that is popping up is BRIGHT and sometimes NEON! So how do you incorporate this trend into your wardrobe without fully committing?⠀ ⠀ By adding accents and keeping the base safe. In today’s Wish List I have created a monochrome base with a little bit print clash for fun, then added in touches of neon with the statement tee and earrings. A fun and versatile outfit that you could easily swap the sneakers for heels to dress up. What do you think of the yellow trend?⠀ ⠀ #WishListWednesdayCSVP on the blog with links x

Well, it's one for the money,⠀ Two for the show,⠀ Three to get ready,⠀ Now go, cat, go.⠀ ⠀ But don't you step on my blue suede shoes.⠀ You can do anything but lay off of my Blue suede shoes.⠀ ⠀ Dreaming of picnics and cocktails in warmer weather that my @review_australia Presley Denim Shirt Dress (Sz12*) will be perfect for 🥂🍾 The perfect mix of retro and modern mixed with stretchy, flattering denim 🙌🏼⠀ ⠀ ⠀ #reviewgirl #csvpgifted #vionicshoes #sttropeztan

If you weren’t the lucky winner of my 8K giveaway you’re still a winner... because @abiandjoseph are offering you 20% OFF with code abi20 (no capitals)!! So you can stock up on all your activewear essentials like my fav Carrera Duel Pocket Tights and this gorgeous Flow Long Sleeve Top 💖 Which pieces are on your wish list? 🏃🏻‍♀️🧘🏻‍♀️🤸🏼‍♀️⠀ ⠀ ⠀ Please note this code is only valid for full price purchases and is not valid with any other offer in the cart. #abiandjoseph

If you followed my stories this weekend you will know that I whisked my bestie Dianne @thehairdressermama away for a luxury girl’s staycation at @sofitelbrisbanecentral including an Opal Rasul Steam Temple treatment at @stephaniesluxuryspas it was amazing! We were absolutely spoiled and it was such a special trip, so grateful for the memories and uninterrupted conversation (no kids, yay!) ha ha! I’ve popped a blog up with all the details of our stay, including accidentally twinning our pjs too 😂😂⠀ ⠀ Link in bio x

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