So I’ve given you the larry lowdown on Bali with Kids and Where to Shop in Bali. What more could I possibly have left to say? Well, I’ve saved the best …
Tips for Managing When Your Partner is Away
Are you a solo parent some of the time? I’m conscious that some people parent on their own most of the time. For some, because they are single parents and for …
Pretty Pastels for Women & Home
Remember how I mentioned my multiple fashion personalities last week? Well this week, I am doing a 180 degree turn and coming back to the old romantics: pastels. Some of …
Where to Shop in Bali
Updated June 2017 What images spring to mind when you think “shopping in Bali”? Bintang stubby holders? “I heart Bali” underpants? A t-shirt featuring our favourite friends Rhonda and Katut? …
SnS Book Club: Caleb’s Crossing
Welcome to the June edition of the SnS Bookclub, Caleb’s Crossing by Geraldine Brooks. How did you find this month’s book, Caleb’s Crossing? Have you read any of Geraldine Brooks’ …
SnS Fashion Update: BLACK + WHITE
Do you have multiple fashion personalities? I do. It’s one of the (many) reasons I love fashion so much. Sometimes I like to channel a feminine, vintage look with a …
Bali with Young Kids
Editor’s note: we returned to Bali with our three boys now aged 6, 9 and nearly 11 in June 2017. To read all about this trip – where we stayed, …
SnS Mid Year Stocktake
How is your end of financial year stocktake coming along? No, I’m not talking about the sales. I’m not even talking about tax or feeling sorry for accountants. I’m talking …
Everyday Style @ Shenanigans Central: The 40th Edition
It’s 40th season around these parts. It began 3 years ago. And it’ll be on for another 3 years at least in our circles. And its such a good thing. …
SnS Style Update: Winter Basics + Statement Pieces
I was a bit torn about this week’s Style Update post. On the one hand, I thought it would be timely and (hopefully) useful to put together a range of affordable, …
How to Store Accessories
How do you store your accessories? It’s not necessarily as straight forward as it sounds. Storing necklaces, pendants, earrings, bangles and scarves can be tricky, particularly if you want to …
Everyday Style @ Shenanigans Central: Girls Night Out
I’m a bit of a girls’ girl. I have a sister, went to a girls’ school (and loved it) and adore my female friends. I’ve been lucky enough to meet new …
SnS Denim Update: Dresses, skirts, shirts and jackets
This week’s Style Update is inspired by a message I received from the lovely Annette: “Hi Vanessa, I really enjoy reading your posts. I am a mum of three (ages 8, …
SnS Style Update: Winter at Home
So, welcome to Winter! Are you a fan? Do you love snow, skiing, open fires, being cosy, closed footwear and avoiding sunburn? I must confess that Winter is not my favourite season. …
Everyday Style @ MYKIDS Emporium
This post is sponsored by Myer Last Thursday I was invited to the Media Launch of the new Myer MYKIDS Emporium in Melbourne. If you are wondering (like I was), …
SnS Style Update: Cardigans
I know its not breaking news but the weather has been a bit all over the place lately, hasn’t it? Un-seasonally mild weather has meant winter has been somewhat delayed this …
Everyday Style @ Shenanigans Central: Vintage Glamour
Last Saturday night, Mr SnS and I went all glam for a “Vintage Glamour” themed dinner dance for our boys’ school. It was quite the do, with 260 people hitting …
The SnS Print Challenge: The Wrap
Wow. What a fun week! Before I go any further, I want to say a ginormous thank you to each and every one of you who joined in the SnS Print …
The SnS Print Challenge: PRINT CLASH
I love a print clash but to be honest, I didn’t realise I was doing it until recently. You see, for a couple of years now, I’ve been wearing my …
The SnS Print Challenge Day 5: GEO/CHECK
This might be the day that surprises some of you. Geo? Check? Really? I can hear you thinking, “Do I have something in my wardrobe in such a print?” You …
The SnS Print Challenge Day 4: SPOTS
Hi. My name is Vanessa and I’m addicted to spots. I’ve been wearing them forever, can’t go past them and will take them any which way they come. Any colour, …