While some of us are returning to school/work/normal routines this week, others have a plane ticket to somewhere fabulously exotic and tropical in their hot little hands. Like my friend Ros, …
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 …
The Best of 2015
When we catch up with friends on New Year’s Eve, the conversation invariably turns to the highlights of the year. The things we enjoyed. The places we visited. The milestones celebrated. …
Friday’s Frock 2015 – Firefly
Welcome to our final Friday’s Frock for 2015! It’s been a great month of raising awareness and funds for the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation while I’ve showcased some fab new …
And I’m Going to 40 … Some Day
Do you remember that scene in When Harry Met Sally, when Sally sobs to Harry, when she finds out her ex Joe is getting married, that, “And I’m going to …
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 …
Friday’s Frock 2015 – Heartfelt Designs Noosa
Wow, it’s the third Friday of Frocktober already. As I’ve mentioned previously, I’m participating in Frocktober this year to raise funds and awareness for the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation (OCRF) …
Friday’s Frock 2015 – Leonard St
Happy Friyay and a big welcome to the second instalment of Friday’s Frock. As I mentioned last week, I’m participating in Frocktober this year to raise funds and awareness for …
Where to Eat in Melbourne – October 2015
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: We really are spoilt for choice when it comes to eating out here in Melbourne. There are always great new places …
What to Wear When Your Weight Fluctuates
Like many women, my weight has fluctuated significantly over my adult life. In the last decade, I’ve done Weight Watchers (successfully) three times. Pre and post kids. I’ve gained eighteen, …
Everyday Style @ Shenanigans Central: Gorman
I’ve long been a fangirl of Gorman. It’s hard to isolate the reason why as there are several. Like our mutual love of quirky, statement prints. And our penchant for an oversized dress and the …
What to Pack for an Overseas Holiday
This time last year, I was kicking back on a banana lounge, cocktail in hand, in Bali. It was a great holiday all round, and one of the easiest to …
Winter Dresses from Luxe to Less: The Shirt Dress
Welcome to the latest instalment of Luxe to Less, a popular post around these parts where I curate a range of different price points/options for a particular wardrobe staple. Last week …
Holidays with Kids: Where to Go in Victoria
Updated September 2020 Welcome to this second instalment of my series: How to Holidays With Kids. Thank you for the great response to the post How our holidays have changed …
Easy Summer Dresses under $100 from Luxe to Less
In breaking news, apparently it’s almost the middle of January. And I’ve been wondering. Where has 2015 gone already? Just quietly, I’m still getting over the end of year/Christmas/New Year’s Eve …
How to Holiday with Children Part 1 – How Many Kids
Since we had our first child nearly nine years ago, our holidays have changed. A lot. We’ve had some OK holidays, some mildly enjoyable holidays and some downright shockers. Big …
The Best of 2014
Tonight I’m gonna party like it’s 1999. Well, perhaps that should read “like it’s 2004”, the last NYE I celebrated before I first fell pregs. Truth be told, however, things will …
What to Wear at the Beach + Aquacove Giveaway
This time next month, I’ll be spending long lazy days kicking back on the beach. I’ll be meandering through yet another novel while the kids play beach cricket, make sand castles …
Christmas Gift Ideas for Teachers, Coaches, Friends & Helpers
Everything is finishing up all of a sudden … can you believe it? Although the big kids don’t finish school until the 19th December in Victoria, next week heralds the …
Christmas Gift Guide: Bike Accessories for the Whole Family
This post is sponsored by CycleStyle This Christmas, I’m sure Santa’s sleigh will be laden with the usual haul of bikes and scooters. Here at Shenanigans Central, we’re expecting a delivery – this year our …
Friday’s Frock – Week 5 of Frocktober
Greetings, TGIF and welcome to the final Frocktober instalment of Friday’s Frock. Well it’s been a serious month of frockery around these parts, and, fittingly, we are finishing off the …