♥ April Rose does the makeup for Little Gracie ♥

It’s always a great sign when your makeup artist has beautiful makeup. It also helps if they’re stylish and sweet, too!

Professional makeup artist (in training!) Jacqui Bradfield aka April Rose Makeup (and blogger at Don’t you know April Rose?) is creating a strong portfolio of work, before she’s even graduated.

Working on campaigns for up and coming Perth based fashion labels, as well as turning her family and friends into model look-a-likes, Jacqui has decided to turn her hand to doing YOUR makeup!

Jacqui herself!

Another Little Gracie makeup creation by Jacqui.

And click here to see the transformation of her little sister!

You can win your very own makeup sesh with Jacqui by entering her competition! Basically all you need to do is head over to the April Rose Makeup Facebook page, press like, and then you are entered in the draw.

The competition closes on 20 March 2011.

Good luck!

Be well,

Annette

xoxo

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Two lucky duck winners will be receiving this enviable kit of high quality mineral make-up from Alison Jade Cosmetics, RRP $260! (Colours / shades may vary slightly to those shown above).

‘For years, Alison has devoted herself to building a formidable reputation as an attentive, creative make-up artist and as a talented eyebrow specialist. Working with a living, breathing canvas requires sensitivity, attention to detail and great care, and Alison prides herself on creating the best look for every customer.

With this strong commitment to beauty, artistry and quality in mind, Alison has launched a new mineral make-up range designed to bring out the best in every skin type, giving every individual a clean, fresh look and feel. Sourced from nature and fused with science to protect, correct and beautify skin without irritation, Alison Jade Cosmetics provide a natural, chemical-free beauty solution.’

And we are here to let two of you win the following from the sure-to-be-a-cult range:

♥ Lipgloss
♥ Eyeshadow
♥ Bronzer
♥ Eyeliner
♥ Mascara
♥ Primer

Models wearing Alison Jade make-up.

The prize will be a mix of all the most popular sellers and the competition is open Australia wide this time, so that everyone has the opportunity to experience this new Western Australian brand!

To enter, leave a comment telling us why you’d like to win. Simple as that!

Our favourite two answers will be chosen in two weeks time… good luck! xo

Be well,

Annette & Alison Jade

xoxo

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Hey guys! Even though we’re still dealing with the tail end of a contagious little bug that’s been flying around the office and getting out of bed is tricky… I couldn’t not announce the winners of the Lendan & Wellness WA giveaway.

So without further illness chat, please congratulate our lucky winners!

1 ♥ Commenter 21 “Georgie” has won the Lendan Hair Pack (Shampoo, Leave-in Cream & Hair Mask – RRP $54)!

2 ♥ Commenter 27 “Aileen” has won the Hair to Go Polish Spray RRP $24.95!

3 ♥ Commenter 30 “Kristy Sweeney“” has won the Aqua Rituals Hydro-Repairing Night Cream, RRP $85 & Beauty Flash x 2 RRP $14.95.

Congratulations everyone and thanks to Lendan for sponsoring the giveaway! We have a competition coming up for our Facebook fans only next, so make sure you’re a fan to be eligible to enter.

Be well (unlike me at present!),

Annette

xoxo

SWIM!
WEAR!
HELL!
YEAH!

Alright, it’s that time of year to get your gear off and get into a swimsuit. There is nothing quite like a summer in Australia and it is by far my favourite time of year. I’m the kind of girl that prides herself on her swimwear collection and looks forward every year to adding to her menagerie to accommodate for ALL your different swimwear occasions. Yes, that’s right- ONE pair may not do if you like to make the most of the summer season and all of the splendors that it has to offer. Maybe you hadn’t thought about this…but I have…so let’s run through some scenarios together shall we?

You’re going down to your local beach for a lay out (covered in sunscreen, naturally) and a bit of a swim:

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Tigerlily – Bright pattern and a nice design that’s not going to wash off you if the waves are getting up to a bit of rough stuff.

You’re going to the pool for a splash around:

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Zimmermann Vertigo Floating Bikini
(Now on sale for $165!)

Great colour, flattering design and you’re in the calm wave free waters of a pool so you can afford to go sans straps.

You’re going for a surf because you are one of those co-coordinated, sporty types:

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Lover swimsuit from their ‘Untitled’ Spring Summer 2010/11 range.

These togs are cute as a button and perfect for your more active water pursuits.

You’re going on holiday to a tropical climate/Southern coast of France/St Barts etc:

I think that Zimmermann is really good at this type of thing so let’s look at three styles from them…

(Note: I know I’m harping on about Zimmermann but they really have one of the largest ranges of styles out there, you can buy online, the shipping is amazingly fast and they are Australian)

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Zimmermann Posy Scallop Fringe Triangle $230
Photo courtesy of http://www.zimmermannwear.com

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Zimmerman Lyre Lyre Chain Link Bikini – $195

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Zimmermann Labyrinth Wrap Bandeau Bikini – $220

You are invited to spend the day on a yacht with a mysterious/attractive millionaire (what? It could happen):

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Zimmermann Bonded Cross Front One Piece – $330.

Crisp colour, unusual design and pret-ty damn classy.

You want to turn some heads:

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Nothing says Phwoooooar like a lion on your butt.

Or if you want to tone it down (just a little)

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Label – We Are Handsome

The one piece is now $190 available here!

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Lover swimsuit from their ‘Untitled’ Spring Summer 2010/11 range.

I don’t know what it is about this bikini (maybe it’s the fact it looks a little bit like underwear) but I find it sexy as hell.

Let us know if you have any suggestions for cute swimmers to get out and about in this Summer!

Article by Adriane Daff, the girl is a swimsuit FIEND!

Be well,

xoxo

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Hiya! Okay, we’re going to change the format of this a tiny bit! First up will be all the posts from the previous week, then after that will be all the wonderful little snippets I’ve come across, that way if you’ve missed out on something you can check it out 🙂 Hopefully this is helpful for everyone, hope you have had a wonderful crazy weathered week! xx

♥ Product Review: Rodial Anti-Aging Snake Venom Range – a review for those serious about anti-aging.

♥ Beauty & Wellbeing Routine: Elly Squire / Clare Cupcakes, dancer for Sugar Blue Burlesque. Ooh la la! Clara is a cutie.

♥ Eyebrow Waxing Vows – following a bad eyebrow burny experience (the poor things are peeling as we speak…eww!) I devised these vows to be repeated to any new waxer you think of allowing near your little face caterpillars.

♥ Personal Trainer in Perth, a Diary: Part One! – follow me on my journey to get fitter and stronger!

♥ Blueberry, Banana & Cashew Butter Smoothie – One word: yes.

♥ Wellness WA Christmas Wishlist! – Don’t know what to get for someone? Don’t know what you want yourself? Want to shower me with gifts? This article can help you with all three!

♥ The Importance of Having a Delicious Body Wash that Makes You Feel Amazing – I think it’s very important to treat yourself as kindly as possible, and this is one little way.

♥ Walking Meditation, have you tried it? – Sarah Wilson gives us the lowdown on this interesting form of meditation.

♥ The Taste of Effort – seriously interesting! More research into the old adage that the harder something is to achieve, the more we appreciate it.

♥ What Are You Affirming? – a pretty lengthy article on one woman’s experience with affirmations, a lovely read.

♥ One of the Worlds Best Kept Beauty Secrets – what is it I wonder…?!

♥ What is a Self-Healing Acupressure Pranamat? – I’m about to find out on Monday, as I’m picking up my long awaited pranamat from the post office! SO interested to see how it goes!

♥ Feed Your Brain: Part Three! – if your brain could talk, what would it want you to be eating? Get some help here!

♥ Tips for Preparing for a Big Night Out – some ideas I hadn’t heard of here before!

♥ 100 Ways You Can Start Loving Yourself Right Now – such an excellent article, MUST READ!

♥ Give Yourself the Gift of Self-Worth, Self-Love & Self-Gratification this Holiday Season – another beautiful article by Sam from Be Genki.

That’s it for another week!

Be well and take care,

Annette

xo