Back in 2014, Mr SnS and I took our three boys, then aged 7, 5 and 2 – they were pretty little back then – to Bali for the first time. …
A Few of My Favourite Things #14 of 2017
It’s been quite the week here at Shenanigans Central, with a few bits and bobs out of the ordinary: going to a show, delicious food and party preparations and a …
Everyday Style @ Shenanigans Central: Bohemian Traders’ Striped Maxi Dress
A couple of weeks ago, I shared my top sale picks from the Vogue Online Shopping Night. At the very top of my list, was the 30% off storewide promotion …
A Few of My Favourite Things #2 of 2017
Welcome to the latest edition of A Few of My Favourite Things. I hope you’ve had a good week, whether that’s involved school starting, returning to or continuing work, holiday …
What to do on Phillip Island with Kids
Updated February 2019 Growing up in the early ’80s, my family and I spent a week or so every summer at my great Uncle and Aunt’s beach house in Ventnor, …
What to Pack for a Holiday Rental/Driving Holiday
Every January, we pack up the car and head down to one of Victoria’s many coastal towns where we rent a holiday house for a week or so. It supposed …
Five Pieces to Get You From Winter to Spring
It’s about this time of year when we have our eyes firmly on the prize: Spring. I think I can speak on behalf of all Victorians when I say we’re …
Styled Three Ways: The Striped Knit
Versatility is something we’re all looking for when we’re shopping for clothes. And, like many of us, I’ll often ask myself how many ways I can wear a possible purchase …
Life Issues: Sibling Shenanigans
If you were to ask me to describe the school holidays just gone in two words, I’d say Sibling Shenanigans. With three boys aged 9, 7 and 4, there are always …
Styled Three Ways: Bird Keepers’ Rita Dress
Welcome to the latest instalment of Styled Three Ways. I love this regular post here and I hope you do too. It’s always fun and a bit of a challenge …
Spotty Tops and Knits from Luxe to Less
And just like that, autumn has arrived in Melbourne. Over the Easter long weekend it was cool, with cloudy days and the odd spot of rain. The perfect weather in …
What to Wear in March
Hello Autumn! Can you believe our red leaf bearing, cool morning friend has arrived? While we’re still feeling all the high summer vibes here in Melbourne (two weeks of scorching …
Luxe to Less: Chambray
There are two trends that I’ve really loved this Summer. Anything approximating a white, broderie lace dresses is one of them (I am very much looking for more opportunities to wear …
My Favourite Books of 2015
It’s been a good year in books around these parts. For one, I found some great books to read. The combo of my two book clubs plus some recommendations from …
Happy Christmas from Shenanigans Central
Well, that’s almost a wrap for 2015. Later this week we’ll be celebrating Christmas 2015 and, if you’re like me, you might also be scratching your head and wondering, “Where …
How to Find Time to Read
Updated April 2017 The question I’m most regularly asked would have to be, hands down, ‘When do you find the time to read?’ It’s true that despite having three children, running …
What to Wear to the Races – Oaks Day
Welcome to our final instalment of What to Wear to the Races. So far we’ve covered What to Wear to Derby Day and What to Wear to Melbourne Cup Day. Today, our …
What to Wear to The Races: Derby Day
It would be difficult to overstate how big the Spring Racing Carnival is in Melbourne. We take our horse racing seriously enough around here to score a public holiday on …
What to Wear to Work in Spring
How was the weather in your neck of the woods, this last week? While we’ve had a bit of everything going on here in Melbs as per usual, on …
Where to Shop for Statement Earrings
It’s no secret around these parts that I love a good pair of statement earrings. (In fact, a bloggy pal slash reader contacted me this week to ask me where …
15 Tips for Keeping Kids’ Parties Simple, Fun and Stylish
A few years ago, I took the whole kids’ party thing a bit seriously. I planned my kids’ parties for months, sourcing the perfect decorations, invitations, activities and tableware from afar. …