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Blog LifestyleDecember 1, 2018

Gift Guide: For The Person Who Has Everything

Do you have a person in you family or friend circle that is just impossible to buy for? They have everything, want for nothing and cause you SUCH a headache when it comes to gift buying? Well I’ve done the hard work for you and rounded up the PERFECT gifts that everyone needs and/or wants…

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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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Happy Saturday lovelies!⠀ ⠀ How has your weekend been so far?⠀ ⠀ It was a hot and humid day in Brisbane. We had a slow morning, making the most of day one of school holidays! Before heading out to a late lunch with @thehairdressermama for our annual Christmas get together. Each year there’s more kids and gets more and more hectic 😂 I just realised that we’ve had a new baby each year for the past 3 years between us... no wonder we’re tired 😂 Luckily we’re both done now so hopefully our get togethers will get easier 🤞🏼⠀ ⠀ Wearing the Holly Dress [Sz12 but would size up to a 14 for extra boosie room $49.95*] from @tsid_clothing’s Festive Release this week. So many cute dresses 😱💸 ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ Size Reference: 165cm | Size 12 | E Cup | Size 7/38 Foot (Wide Fit). *Denotes gifted item.
Earlier this week I was lucky enough to win a DIY kit Give Away from @hooray.brownies and Bébé had an absolute ball decorating the biscuits and brownies (and then eating them). If you’re Brisbane based and looking for a last minute gift idea, I highly recommend checking out Ash’s range of gift boxes and treats 🍩🧁🍫🍪
And just like that, my first year as a ‘school mum’ has finished. A whole year of uneaten school lunches, homework, lugging the baby up and down a huge hill strapped in the @babybjorn (definitely getting a stroller before next year 😵) and watching my Bébé flourish and grow. ⠀ ⠀ Swipe for a close up of my crazy comfy @vionicshoesaus Leah Sneakers. Leather, cute and crazy comfy (all the Vionic Shoes are designed based on 30 years of orthotic technology)... they’re like walking on clouds ☁️ ⠀ ⠀ Also, on the blog today I’m sharing a few tips on making room for your Summer wardrobe [link in bio]
After a rocky start to Prep (those who have been with me since the start of the year will know we had issues with physical bullying towards Bébé in Term 1) the boy who made us parents learnt to love school again, and flourished. It has been such a joy to watch him grow and learn, Bébé has always loved us to read him books and now he reads them to us and his brother, and writes his own stories as well. Most afternoons he can be found writing love notes to us, or creating detailed drawings. It’s amazing what big changes can happen in such small time frames at this age, swipe to see first day of Prep Vs last day of Prep 😭
Not sure if I’m excited or scared that tomorrow is Bébé’s last day of school and will be home with me for 6 whole weeks. ⠀ ⠀ I know he’s exhausted and needs the break, and I know Bambino will be beside himself to spend so much time with his brother... but after a whole year of full time socialising and stimulation I’m a little wary of the whole “I’m bored” situation...⠀ ⠀ At least if he’s going to send me grey (or bonkers) I’ll look cute in my Anthea Dress [Sz12 $69.00*] from @theselfstyler Working buttons make this breastfeeding friendly, and I love that the thicker straps hide a normal bra strap 🙌🏼 generously sized and with a shirred back for additional boosie room.... this is a winner for me!!⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ Size Reference: 165cm | Size 12 | E Cup | Size 7/38 Foot (Wide Fit). *Denotes gifted item.
Happy Hump Day! This is my ‘New Year’s Eve’ outfit that I popped together for the @jeanswest Festive Styling Blog (link in bio). ⠀ ⠀ A cute and comfy Playsuit (Gabbi Embroidered Printed Playsuit Sz14 $53.99* in 40% OFF Sale) that can easily be dressed up or down depending on your plans, a pretty pink denim jacket for when it gets cool (Bailey Denim Jacket Sz14 $53.99* in 40% OFF Sale NB: Should have stayed the 12 as it’s nice and stretchy!) and the comfiest heels to dance the night away in from @hushpuppiesau (Honeysuckle Sz38 $110.00* on Sale). ⠀ ⠀ I wore these heels for their maiden outing last Friday - 2 hours shopping then drinks out afterwards and not one sore tootsie in sight! If you’re after heels you can wear all night/day long in comfort you should definitely check out the range! ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ Size Reference: 165cm | Size 12 | E Cup | Size 7/38 Foot (Wide Fit). *Denotes gifted item.⠀
Is there anything more iconically ‘Australian Summer’ than half naked cousins sharing watermelon? ☀️🍉
Where in the world is...⠀ ⠀ My love affair for linen is still going strong, I’m slowly adding more and more to my collection. Do you linen? I adore white, but the colours that are becoming available now like these stunning rust Emily Linen Pants [Sz12 $59.95*] from @tsid_clothing are also grabbing my eyes... and my wallet 😂⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ Size Reference: 165cm | Size 12 | E Cup | Size 7/38 Foot (Wide Fit). *Denotes gifted item.
PINCH ME ⠀ ⠀ Iconic Australian brand @jeanswest asked me to be a guest on their blog, we’re chatting festive styling and I’ve put together three fabulous looks from their current range that would be perfect for Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. ⠀ ⠀ This is the New Year’s Day outfit - super stretchy jeans and a lightweight top perfect for recovery AND brunch out (because everyone needs bacon the day after!) 🙈🙊⠀ ⠀ I can’t wait to share the other two outfits with you, but if you can’t wait head to the link in my bio to read the blog and check out the fabulous pieces I used to create the looks. #JeansWest have so many beautiful pieces in their current range, and they’re currently ALL 40% OFF!!⠀ ⠀ ⠀ A massive thank you to @andieandolliephotography for snapping these outfits for me ❤️⠀ ⠀
Yesterday we had family photos with the talented Bianca from @andieandolliephotography - I was so blessed to recently win a giveaway that Bianca ran and immediately chose to be a part of the Christmas mini sessions she had organised. Today she sent the link through! So quick! And I’m so in love with all the photos, so candid and beautiful and US! I can’t wait to share more over the coming days with you, but here’s one of my beautiful boys 😍 I’m so thankful photography is so affordable and attainable these days and I can have access to beautiful moments in time like these for ever ❤️
This afternoon hubby & I went to the PinkNic at @osbournehotel (I wish we could have stayed longer but we had to get home to the boys). Delicious rosé, cocktails and picnic baskets... all with great atmosphere and live music. I’m definitely coming back for the Drink Pink | Bottomless Rosé Brunch in January with a group of girlfriends (check their website for details, to get tickets and to see all the other great events they have lined up)! Two dates in one week, who even are we 😂
You know I love a monochrome outfit 🖤⠀ ⠀ How good is this Flip Jumpsuit from @gigliola_boutique [Sz12 $59.95*]?!? AHEM POCKETS 🙌🏼 Also straps wide enough you can wear a normal bra AND enough room/length that it comfortably fits my curves 💃🏻⠀ ⠀ I’ve added a belt for a dressier look but you can wear it relaxed for a more casual feel, I’m thinking white kicks and denim jacket 😍⠀ ⠀ Today was a crazy busy day! We started the morning with a family Christmas shoot with the gorgeous Bianca from @andieandolliephotography, then we shot some exciting new pics for the blog *wait and see*, and finally @thesocialatlas and I headed to @toombulshoppingcentre for the @corkandcontour Smokey Eye Masterclass... head to stories for all the fun 🙌🏼 ⠀ ⠀ It’s a couch and @netflixanz kind of night for me, I’m pooped! But boy do I look glam while I chillax 😂⠀ ⠀ ⠀ Size Reference: 165cm | Size 12 | E Cup | Size 7/38 Foot (Wide Fit). *Denotes gifted item.

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