Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend? Right? But who can afford them!

Women for centuries have loved diamonds and I don't think anything has changed?  Has it? I love beautiful diamonds but the real deal is sooooooo expensive.  If you want to wear something that people will actually notice the size of the diamond needs to be very large and then we are talking some many thousands of $$ .


Well.....that was until I discovered the brand of jewels by a company called Secrets...shhhh.  Now I had seen these stores dotted around the country but I have to say I had not ventured into one until last week and I was blown away with what they have to offer.


This is a beautiful bracelet straight from the runway looks!

Bold and Beautiful - these look like real diamonds to me

A solitaire diamond ring is the most beautiful engagement ring or brilliant dress ring  

 
Studs look fantastic on anyone!  Me included !

Just take a look at some of the items they have for sale and then I will tell you a little about the product itself...as these are what is called Simulated Diamonds and it is an Australian company - even better .




Jane Meredith is the Managing Director of Secrets Shhh.....http://www.secrets-shhh.com/our_Journey

Visit the web site to read about the company and more importantly see what they have on sale..you will love it. Earrings were $299.00 which is way more affordable than $10,000!  What is your favorite stone?  Leave a comm

Megan Gales new Swim wear Line

I love nice swimwear don't you?  Well  I wish it loved me as much back, but alas I do not look all that good in swimwear.  But that does not stop me looking....we can look ok? So here you can take a look with me at the new line in David Jones.

Megan Gales new line of swim wear is shapely and uses great prints and I really do love the whole collection..even the ones that would no suit me at all.  

Megan Gale

This is my favorite one I think..I love animal print

Great detail and nice shaped back, nothing can gape here.

This suit is reminiscent of the 50's and it's all about glamor

Beautiful Black and white you cannot go wrong with this combo

There are many more in the collection and I believe you can buy it ad David Jones. 

cheers

Jill

Australian Brands Made in Australia - yes we still have some

I love to support other Australian based businesses and saw this article in the Australian newspaper & had to share it with you just in case you did not see it.  The link to the original article is here also. The Australian

 Georgie Kidman tries on Australian-made Zoe Elizabeth swimwear at its store in Armadale, Victoria. Picture: Stuart Mcevoy Source: The Australian

 

WHILE most fashion labels now carry the obligatory "Made in China" tag, there is a small groundswell of designers using Australian manufacturers.

Three Melbourne labels, Zoe Elizabeth, Extinct and Lisa Barron, are sticking to their guns and continue to have their ranges produced in Australia.

Besides the benefits such as having better control and being able to do smaller runs, the designers say that knowing their lines aren't produced in sweatshop conditions in Asia is a big advantage. All three are also passionate about keeping jobs and creativity in Australia.

Zoe Weir, designer and creator of Zoe Elizabeth, began producing bikinis four years ago from Liberty print fabric and has ventured into daywear. 

Although the swimsuit fabric is sourced overseas, everything else from design to production is done in Victoria.

"Having my range manufactured in Melbourne allows me to have control over the quality and be there every step of the way," Weir says. "I think the Zoe Elizabeth customer likes to know that they are getting a limited edition piece that is made in Melbourne and not mass produced. I enjoy the wonderful manufacturers that I work with and feel as though they continue to help and support me every step of the way."

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Simon Foretti, owner and designer of Extinct, is proud of his support of local manufacturers.

"There's way less chance of miscommunication, because if there is a problem you go to the factory and see it direct; and it is extremely difficult to sort out problems long distance," he says.

With her label nearing its 30th year in Australia, Lisa Barron sees a swing back to local production as Chinese manufacturers increase prices.

Although unlikely to outstrip the popularity of clothes made in China and India, the demand for locally produced clothing with a low carbon footprint is on the rise.

So when you can buy Australian made or at least buy from online stores located in Australia as it does help to keep Australians working - even if they do import product like us.

This article is from the Australian Newspaper and shared with you today.  Link to the paper is at the top of the article.

cheers

Jill

Update on the Gel for Eye Lashes and Brows

Hey everyone, I am pleased to report that the gel is actually having an impact on the lashes and the brows.  They are both looking stronger and they are also thicker.  I think that this gel has actually slowed down sheding which means that the lashes look thicker and healthier.

The product is not cheap but the amount you get will last you a long time, you just have to remember to use it everyday and twice a day which is not hard when you see good results.

http://www.jozelle.com.au/xcart/home.php?cat=580

This is the company that is selling the gel, see previous blogs for the name.

cheers Jill

Are you going to a High School Formal this year?

http://www.highschoolformals.com.au/formals-yearbook

If you are going to be attending your High School Formal this year then this is a great site with a great set of tools that will help you prepare for this event.  If you are involved in setting up the formal then this has some great resources for you also.  Check out the site and let me know what you think?  Tell all your High School buddies also.

New Look Blogg

We have spent some time today playing with the layout and the colours..let me know what you think!

cheers Jill

PS..looking for a guest blogger with a story to tell..is that you?

30 Days of Fashion - Save to Spend brought to you by Commonwealth Bank

I really believe we have great fashion in Australia and we all love to spend on fashion, however in today's economic climate we must be sensible about how much we invest in fashion.  It makes sense to buy well and manage our spending.  I thought it was interesting to see a bank get involved in Fashion!

I have seen first hand how people can overspend on fashion and run up credit card debts that would frighten you.  Please always be sensible about buying fashion and makeup on credit as it goes in and out before it is paid for.

I spent many years working in the credit industry and have a lot of expertise in debt recovery and credit cards, so if you need any advice on how to manage your debt or credit cards I would be happy to give you my opinions. 

All that said, fashion is fun and common sense must be applied to any fashion spending so it stays fun.

Enjoy

Jill