Chock full of fabulous food, fashion and kid-friendly activities, Melbourne is a fun destination at any time of year, but autumn is particularly lovely. Although it is a bit sad to say goodbye to the hot weather, Melbourne does gorgeously crisp clear autumns so well. And a change of season means lots of new goodies in the shops. Less pastels and cool cottons. More jewel … [Read more...]
Travel Clothes
You can look great on vacation without packing your entire wardrobe. Use one of my packing guides to choose your travel clothes, see what to wear in your destination and what's in the shops right now -
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What to wear in Sydney
One of the keys to packing efficiently is to be fully clued up on the local weather and style of your destination. Sydney has a relaxed vibe that translates into a casual, beachside aesthetic whether it's summer or winter. Indeed you're likely to see people wearing thongs (flip-flops) in the middle of winter! I would always recommend choosing comfort over style when … [Read more...]
Minimalist travel wardrobe | Travelling light on trial
Juggling luggage and kids is no easy task, so packing light can make family travel more manageable. But how light is too light? I don't mind toting a suitcase around and I like to travel with a reasonable variety of colours and styles of clothes. So usually I don't see the point of travelling carry on only. Besides, with kids in tow I would rather check a medium size case or … [Read more...]
Ankle boots | Smart and stylish for travel
While it's important to be comfortable when exploring a new location, if your explorations are more urban than bush, an ankle boot ups the style factor of your outfit. Ankle boots go with everything. Whether it's a sport luxe jogger, skinny jeans, leggings, boyfriend jeans or a dress and tights, boots will always look better than sneakers. For some outfit examples, have a … [Read more...]
Bobux giveaway | Cool kids leather shoes for young explorers
Ask a group of young explorers to test out your new range of kids leather shoes and they're not going to play it safe. Especially not when they're let loose on the trampolines and climbing walls at Sky Zone Sydney! Bobux has long been a well-respected shoe brand for the under 5s, but now they fit big kids! Their latest range, Kid+, includes heaps of designs, with styles … [Read more...]
What to pack for Greece
Sitting on the shores of the Mediterranean, basking in the sunshine, you can while away your days in Greece eating slow-roasted lamb, feta, olives, tzatziki and many more mouth-watering delights. Pull up a sun lounge on a sandy Mykonos beach and settle in for the day. Or hit Athens for the 4,000 years of history there, much of it still standing! Greece is a … [Read more...]
Streamline your suitcase with a travel capsule wardrobe
Packing light is certainly practical, but it's not easy to create an efficient mix and match travel capsule wardrobe without sticking to neutrals. My suitcase can end up like a rainbow when I pack all my favourite dresses. That's ok if there's just you to pack for, but when you've got a whole family to fit in you need to be a bit more selective. Fortunately the lovely … [Read more...]
What to wear to a high tea
Sipping tea and nibbling on scones is an especially feminine pastime, reminiscent of elegant ladies, sumptuous interiors, hushed voices and raised pinkies. I do like to partake in such a scenario myself on occasion, with a preference for a cup of Earl Grey at The Tea Room, Queen Victoria Building, Sydney. However there are some fabulous kid-focussed high teas around, like … [Read more...]
What to pack for a weekend in the Blue Mountains
How are you coping with the heat? This is currently the most popular topic of conversation in Sydney and no wonder. With its second-hottest December since the mid-1800s, followed by its hottest ever January, it's a pretty safe bet this will be the hottest summer on record for Sydney. And boy are we feeling it. The beautiful Sydney climate is typically milder than … [Read more...]
What to pack | Top 10 navy dresses
Last week's Navy & grey capsule wardrobe highlighted the popularity of these easy-to-wear colours. They are the core neutrals in many readers' wardrobes. And well they should be! Navy is timeless and elegant. Not as energy-absorbing as black and more flattering on many skin tones. What a perfect colour around which to base your travel wardrobe! This week I've found … [Read more...]
