18th Jan2012

Having No Expectations

by Joelyne

It was my 26th Birthday last week, and I had such a beautiful day.

I didn’t plan much. Just treated the day like any other day, and was wonderfully surprised at how the day turned out because I had no expectations.

Have you ever been considerably disappointed, because you expected so much from an event like new years eve, valentines, a birthday or anniversary and things didn’t turn out the way you thought they would? Or someone dissapointed you because of their actions, when you expected so much more from them?

I am slowly learning to have less expectations, of people and of situations. Here are some quotes I found which sum it up nicely.

“If you expect nothing from anybody, you’re never disappointed.”- Sylvia Plath, The Bell Jar

“The best things in life are unexpected – because there were no expectations.” - Eli Khamarov

“I’d rather be pleasantly surprised than fatally disappointed.”
― Julia Glass, I See You Everywhere

Here are some photos of the pretty gifts I received. Thank you to all of you on twitter, instagram and facebook for the nice birthday wishes

Thanks Mum for the beautiful lamp and crystal candle holders.

Thanks to my lovely work colleagues for the gorgeous roses.

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04th Jan2012

Top Ten Summer Beauty Tips

by Joelyne

The Laser Lounge’s Top Ten Summer Beauty Tips

This festive season look and feel fabulous by following The Laser Lounge’s Top Ten Summer Beauty Tips…

1. Drink Plenty of Water…

Why? Helps to keep your skin hydrated and moist whilst clearing away any build-up of unwanted toxins!

2. Apply the Right Moisturiser…

Why? We recommend consulting with a Skin Expert whether you’re using the best moisturiser for the season. If your moisturiser is too light then your skin may end up dehydrated, however, if it’s too rich and heavy during the warmer weather, you may increase breakouts along with a greasy looking complexion! Not so fabulous!

3. Use Sunscreen…

Why? Sunscreen is one of the best anti-ageing products and protects your skin from sun damage and pigmentation.

4. Eat Healthy…

Why? Eating lots of fresh fruit and vegetables throughout summer not only helps to keep your skin glowing, but minimises the chance of piling on too many unnecessary kilos, especially during the festive season.

5. Avoid Excessive Alcohol…

Why? Some of us may like to indulge every now and then, but drinking excessively will only dehydrate your skin causing fine lines, wrinkles and worse of all breakouts.

6. Wear Mineral Make Up…

Why? Mineral make-up not only covers any flaws and accentuates your features, but it also allows your skin to breath!

7. Have a Break – Sleep…

Why? You know what they say every guy and girl needs their beauty sleep! We say black bags are a good fashion accessory, not a facial feature!

8. Fake it with a Spray Tan…

Why? Choose the healthy option and fake it, not bake it. You’ll thank us for this tip in the long run, we promise!

9. Apply a Hydrating Body Moisturiser…

Why? AHA’s keep the skin smooth and moist. If you also choose to fake it (8^th tip), hydrating body moisturisers help spray tans last a lot longer.

10. LIVE, LOVE, LAUGH and GIVE…

Why? Never take life, health, family and friends for granted. Let your inner beauty shine from within and treasure life’s most precious moments.

Illustrations by Kim Davies at Inspired Lines

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25th Dec2011

Merry Christmas | A Great Time to Set Goals

by Joelyne

Merry Christmas, Happy Hunnukah, and Happy Holidays! Wow, I cannot believe how fast this year has flown by! Is it the same for you? Everyone I speak to had such an eventful year. Full of some crappy things and some absolutely amazing things. That’s life I guess, right? A balance between good and not so good. Our biggest challenge is making the most of life, keeping happy and helping others.

So have you bought all your Chrissie presents yet? I haven’t! Keeping it simple this year. (Edit: Actually since I wrote this, I successfully bought them all!) Last year I went all out with wrapping presents remember? And here are some pics from my Christmas Day in 2010! This blog has come a long way since then, and it’s been so fun! I’ve met so many of you, and we’ve conversed either in person, through comments or through social media like twitter. It has been amazing getting to know a lot of you, and I hope to get to know you more in the New Year 2012!

chritmas 2 Merry Christmas | A Great Time to Set Goals

Wearing; Jeans G-Star, Top Trois, Sandals Replay, Sunglasses Dragon Roosevelts

Time to Tidy & Set Goals!

Before the New Year, I’ll be tidying my apartment, and writing out all my goals for next year. Will you be writing out your goals? Here are some posts I did previously on the subject that might help!

Do you have something you’d really like to achieve in 2012?

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19th Dec2011

How I achieve what I want in life!

by Joelyne

Do you ever feel like you’re stuck in a rut and need something, just something to get you feeling motivated again?

I feel like that at least once a year, and it’s usually when I haven’t had a proper break from work.

I’ve learnt that it’s pretty important to take a break, go away from your usual routine and be somewhere else for a while. I’m feeling like that now, and can’t wait to get away in a few weeks.

What seems to happen, is I lose track of my goals, lack inspiration and need some time away to reflect, be at ease and get in touch with myself again. Sometimes in our busy lifestyle, we don’t make the effort to stop, reflect and unwind.

BELIEVE How I achieve what I want in life!

I’ve just bought a book called ‘Follow your Passion, Find Your Power: Everything You Need to Know about the Law Of Attraction’ by Bob Doyle. I’ve always been a fan of the power of attraction, which I’ve written about several times. I love re-reading books about this phenomenon, as it brings me back to life. It gives me that inspiration I need to set goals again, think positive, and attract everything I desire. It’s worked for me my whole life, so I know it’s 110% full proof.

Things in my life I have achieved, just by believing it was possible (not showing off, just proving that if I can do it, you can too).

- purchased a Peugeot 206cc convertible car when I was younger

- Bought my own apartment, with an ocean view in Sydney – 2010

- Top 10 Fashion bloggers in Australia, rated by Editd in Ragtrader Magazine Oct Issue – 2011

- Created a blog, which is my passion, and I love working on it every. single. day! – created in 2009

- Attended Sydney’s Rosemount Fashion Week – 2011

- Came 3rd runner up in Miss Earth Australia Competition in 2006

- On the Fashion Panel for the Bloggers Relations Forum in Sydney – 2011

- Trip to Greece for 2 months – 2010

- In a relationship with an amazing guy who treats me like a queen! – Since 2009

- Won HP Australia’s Very Important Blogger Competition – 2011

So when I saw this ‘believe’ sign in a local nifty gift store, I had to get it (for myself)!

This is why…

If you believe that what you want in life is possible, and you believe you already have it, your positive energy matches that, and brings more of that in to your life.

What have you achieved in life, by just by believing it was possible?

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06th Dec2011

Gorgeous gadgets every female deserves!

by Joelyne

Samsung GALAXY Note – I LOVE the fact that you can scribble down ideas with the S Pen on the Samsung GALAXY Note. I’m the type of gal that loves to capture ideas while on the go!

Juicy Couture Ear Phones & Wireless Mouse – How pretty are they? Florals are perfect for the stylish woman!

Canon EOS 1100D – I currently own a Canon EOS 450D and can vouch for the ease of use. Wouldn’t mind upgrading to the 1100D. SLR cameras take amazing photos and can’t compare to a point and shoot. I can’t live without mine! I take it to all events, birthdays, travel and all!

Marc Jacobs Lips USB – Marc Jacobs always has affordable and fashionable stuff. I’m totally adoring the Lips USB and think it would go perfectly on my keyring, to take with me everywhere I go.

Elephant Handheld Desk Vacuum – It’s an elephant!!! I rest my case. The cutest gadget to have sitting on your desk.

Amazon Kindle – I use my Kindle every day, and any woman who loves reading and doesn’t have one, needs one ASAP. Kindle’s E Ink screen reads like real paper, with no glare!

Breville Juice Fountain Juicer – A commercial quality juice extractor, with an extra wide feed tube. No need to pre-cut! Pretty AWESOME!

MacBook Pro – I’m a newbie to this computer, and it’s so easy to use. Love the graphics, and it’s just so stylish. It’s a must have.

What are your top gadgets?

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30th Nov2011

Basics I need in my wardrobe

by Joelyne

I’ve been trying to bring more basics to my wardrobe lately, and here are some purchases from the last week. I’ve already worn the Zara blazer a couple of times, and the pink cardi today. I made a list of the essentials I need, to bring with me when shopping, so that I could focus and not get sidetracked! George (my bf) got some basics too, and I might show you some photos I took of him yesterday wearing his new stuff!

So, for you ladies who can’t focus cause there are too many gorgeous things to look at in store, here’s some tips!

1. Make a ‘clothing essentials’ list to bring with you when going shopping e.g. Black boyfriend blazer, Nude heels for work, Colourful cardigans…

2. If you see something else that doesn’t fit the list, take a photo of it with your phone, to keep it in mind for future shopping trips. That way you’re staying focused to spend your money on what you really need, and not buying things on an impulse!

So here’s what I bought!

Umbrella: Forever New $24.99

Kitten Heels: Betts Airflex $119.99

Boob Tubes: SES $4.95 each

Basic Blazer: Zara $89.95

Pink Cardigan: SES $10

Orange Cardigan: Glassons $25

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24th Oct2011

Hg2| A Hedonist’s Guide To… Sydney – Guest Post

by Joelyne

It’s not difficult to see why Sydney is consistently rated highly among the world’s most liveable cities. In celebration of their new guide to Sydney, the insider city guide series Hg2| A Hedonist’s guide to… have rounded up their top picks of where to be-and-be seen right now. sydneysleepdarlingpoint Hg2| A Hedonists Guide To... Sydney Guest Post

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Sleep it off: The Darling Point Pad

No excuse needed for treating yourself to a few zzz’s in this glamorous, privately rented penthouse. The pimping pad spans the entire top floor of a 1930’s mansion so you can watch over the rest of the city.

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Eat Together: Duke Bistro

This laid-back bistro is the latest hangout for the fashion-forward hipsters of the Eastern Suburbs. Take a seat on one of the communal tables and order some of its famous food/booze concoctions like the kingfish gin & tonic.

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Dive Drinking: Sticky

It’s amazing this clandestine haunt has managed to stay under the radar for so long. Of course, getting there (down a deserted laneway, press a door buzzer and cross your fingers) might have something to do with it. Once inside, it’s worth the wait.

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Caffeine Fix: Allpress Roastery

If you don’t already know about Allpress, it is possible you have been living under a rock. Sydneysiders who take their brews seriously can be found lining up around the block to grab a rich flat white.

sydneypartyslidejoelyne Hg2| A Hedonists Guide To... Sydney Guest Post

Dance Queen: Slide

If this opulent club can in human form, she would be Liza Minelli. This Art Deco building offers up cabaret, burlesque and over-the-top entertainment to keep you dancing until dawn.

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17th Aug2011

Reward Yourself

by Joelyne

Ph by me. Amazon Kindle, 11/12 Calender, Time Culture Watch.

After buying my apartment in December, I renovated it and then moved in to it on Valentines day – February 14. Apart from paying the mortgage repayments, I also had to take into account all the essentials I needed. Like something to sit on, a fridge, toilet paper, food, you know, all that stuff.
As you know, all these things add up. You don’t realise how much, until you have to start from zilch. Well I did have a bed and clothes, and some lovely gifts from friends and family, so at least that was something!

img7399 Reward Yourself

Which brings me to buying this Amazon Kindle, which allows you to read ebooks. I love books! And I’ve desperately wanted the Kindle for so long. I could have put it on my credit card at this hard time, but I had so many other things to pay off, this was something that could wait.

So six months later, once my credit card was paid off, and I sold my car (A month ago) I rewarded myself and bought a Kindle. I appreciate it so much, because I waited so long and worked really hard to be able to buy myself something that wasn’t a necessity, but a luxury. It goes everywhere with me. And you’ll find that the enjoyment felt is intensified tenfold when you are using something that you worked so hard for.

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Next thing on the wish list is the Apple Mac Laptop. But, I’ve decided to get one when my mortgage is down to my goal amount by the end of the year. So in December, check back and see if I’ve done it!

Have you ever really wanted something and saved till you could buy it? Or had a goal in mind, and once you achieved it you rewarded yourself?

Would love to hear about it!

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07th Aug2011

Cleaning your leather shoes

by Joelyne

I’ve found that my shoes get dirty quite quickly – so I’ve decided to polish my shoes at least once or twice a week. And after each use I like to brush them to get rid of the dirt build up, which helps protect the leather and lengthen your shoe life. For normal leather, like these, get yourself a soft cloth, shoe brush & a commercial shoe polish.

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It doesn’t take long – I like to do it on a Saturday in my free time. Just brush the dust off them first, then use a damp soft cloth with soap and clean off the dirt. Get your shoe polish, blot the polish all over, and then rub it in evenly. I like using the sponge polishes for easy application.

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And there you have it… as good as new.
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16th May2009

New Camera

by Joelyne

All photos by ME =)

Hi beautiful people! I have been REALLY enjoying my new SLR camera! In case you wanted to know the exact model, it’s a Canon EOS 450D.

These photos are ALL from yesterday, the first day of using my camera. That’s how excited I was. I’m so amazed at the outcome as I mentioned to you on my ‘video blog thingy’.

Taking photos has always been my passion and I finally achieved my goal in buying a SLR. Something I’ve wanted to purchase for a very long time. My plan is to do a beginners course at community college, and then do a certificate 4 at TAFE.

Have an incredible weekend!!!

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Having No Expectations

“If you expect nothing from anybody, you’re never disappointed.”- Sylvia Plath, The Bell Jar

“The best things in life are unexpected – because there were no expectations.” - Eli Khamarov

“I’d rather be pleasantly surprised than fatally disappointed.”
― Julia Glass, I See You Everywhere

Top Ten Summer Beauty Tips