Look me in the Eye

A friend of mine, Morgan, can do exceptional make up.  This is what she did for her 22nd birthday party.  She used a combination of browns, purple, orange and gold eyeshadow, rimmed with black eye liner.  There's no mascara here because she ran out to MAC to have false lashes glued on.  It looks gorgeous without mascara though!  I love this look!

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Sister Act

Here are some more amazing photographs taken by Simone Davel.  This time the focus is on my sister and I.  Don't you think the first one is exquisite???  I could just stare at it all day.  The two following show some bush glam.  the last one shows exactly how my sister and I feel about each other.  I'd be lost without her.  This picture sits, framed, on my dressing table. 
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One night in Bangkok and the world's your oyster

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Gentlemen prefer blondes



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I've been looking forward to watching  this movie for such a long time and on Friday I was able to.  This is such a great movie.  The clothes are tailored and sophisticated and Marilyn's famous red lips are just perfect. Michelle Williams did such a remarkable job at playing this character that I was often convinced it was Marilyn that I was watching.  It was interesting to be introduced more closely to the complexity of her character and to her internal weaknesses.  Strange to think a woman of that stature could be so insecure.  I definitely recommend a night out at the movies to watch this movie, you won't be disappointed.



What are you reading?

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I bought this book last year and I'm only getting round to reading it now.  Cecelia Ahern is the author of P.S. I love you which I love so much.  This book has been such a fun light read. 

Valentine's recap



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My incredible boyfriend blew me away on Valentine's Day by whisking me off to the beautiful Michelangelo Hotel in Sandton for the special day.  The last two pictures are from our room overlooking Nelson Mandela Square.  It was a magical experience! 

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L.O.V.E.

 

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Happy Valentine's Day!!!  I hope everyone has a loving day.  Let the people closest to you let you know how much you love them because life's short and a day we don't say could be a day we regret.  Its a happy day whether you're single or not so I hope everyone has a great time!  My post couldn't be complete without a picture of my most favourite couple.  Wonder what they're doing to celebrate?

Plans for today?  Baking a Love Cake (my Valentine's tradition).  Later?  Some mystery evening with my special person - whose birthday happens to be tomorrow.  I'm so excited and can't wait to find out what we're doing.   Does anyone have anything planned?

xxxx



Bottom of Africa

I would love to share the amazing work of Simone Davel,a young photographer, with you.
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Around the world in a day

On Sunday I had such a wonderful morning.  I thought we'd try something new, like I normally do.  We went to 'Scusi near Zoo Lake for breakfast, something I've been meaning to do for a long time.  The restaurant is so sweet.  It has quite the Italian flair and sitting outside having tea (perhaps it should have been coffee) never becomes old to me.  I have the most amazing time watching the world go buy in just this fashion. 
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Dreaming of Dubrovnik

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This is a place I've never been to and my next trip will hopefully include it.  It looks magical!

What are you reading?

I've just started this book.  I love Nicholas Sparks and this one has been a page turner so far.  I can't put it down for too long at all!

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Glamour girl

                                                       Isn't this a stunning picture?  xxx

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Navy Lady

Top by Mr Price, cardigan by Hollister,  pants by Margot Molyneux, shoes by Aldo, bag by Longchamp.

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As Valentine's Day is getting closer and closer I'm getting increasingly excited.  I love the day.  I don't think it matters whether you are in a relationship or not to enjoy the day. 

I went to a girls' school so you can imagine the excitement that was in the atmosphere on this day.

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Queen Cakes

Having a dinner party?  These simple little treats are just what you need.  Here is a recipe that my gran has passed down to me from her mom so it's very special to me!

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