The Monday Piece - Premium Glitter Lust List

This week's Monday Piece is on premium glitter lust list! Although i may not seem like a proper 'girly girl' (90% of the time i wear black), when it comes to cute things that i have to have, i am a huge girly girl that loves sparkly, embroidered, beautiful things - who doesn't right? I can't escape the over the top glittery trend - sparkly shoes are an instant winner with me, if they glisten in the light and add a dash of pizzazz to an outfit then i'm all for it. I'd wear the Gucci glitter trainers with a simple white crochet dress for shopping and lunch in the city, they are so much fun and also look mega comfy which is always a bonus. Embellished and jazzy handbags always sneak on to my lust list, the les petits joueurs pom pom bag is adorable and ideal for adding something a little different to an otherwise everyday look, it's on sale at the moment too so watch this space... Embroidered loose dresses are ideal for the warm Aussie weather, they keep you cool and fresh whilst looking ultra pretty so i've got my eye on this Zaful.com beauty as i'm after a couple more like my Metisu dress that i wear so often. Whether i'm dressing something sparkly up or down i love how feminine and fun the pieces make me feel, even if it's just a pair of slightly OTT sunglasses!
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RoseGal Ruffle Dress

How cute is this dress from Rosegal? It's ticking all of those Summery boxes - colourful, ruffles, mini length, flirty, cute, fun - i adore it and love the style so much. PLUS, it's only £10.00 which is totally nuts, it feels as good as any readily available high street brand, is decent quality and fits well too. The sizing guide on RoseGal is usually pretty spot on, always check the sizing and comparable sizing chart before you order, i got this in a size medium and am a UK size 8-10 and it fits great! This floral wrap dress isn't mega short either and as it's a wrap style it can be adjusted to fit how you like. I've worn it with my well worn lace up booties and green tinged sunglasses to help me blend into the palm trees.

I wore this yesterday for a day out where i grabbed some lunch in Burleigh and did a bit of weekend retail therapy - today we took a boat trip to go whale watching in the ocean which was amazing, we saw humpback whales in their natural habitat flapping their fins and popping out of the water to say hello, they're currently migrating through the Gold Coast to breed and feed so it's the season to spot them, they are so beautiful and majestic. Definitely check out a boat tour if you're ever in the Gold Coast, it's a great way to see and learn about the ocean and beaches around the area!
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*c/o RoseGal dress, here*
*Missy Empire boots*
*c/o Glasses Shop sunglasses, here*
*Furla bag*
*Necklace, gift*
*Bracelet, gift*

The Monday Piece - Melbourne Photo Diary

This week's Monday Piece is on Melbourne Photo Diary! Nick and I just got back from a long weekend in Melbourne, we were so excited to explore the beautiful city and discover all of the culture and history we had heard so much about. Here are some photos from the trip i took with my phone whilst we were out and about - the city is so beautiful and full of interesting architecture (something we don't get so much of on the Gold Coast), we hopped on and off the free inner city tram as this is the vest way to get around the city, visiting all of the tourist hot spots and places of interest. 

Some of my top picks include Melbourne Library - a place where you can pick up a book, sit down or study under a huge dome roof, lit with little green lanterns it was mesmerising and so peaceful! The old Melbourne Gaol was fascinating too, the old jail of the city that held the most notorious of Australia's inmates, it was mega spooky but of course so interesting to see the old building and how the inmates were kept and punished. The Shrine of Remembrance is also a must see, built in 1934, the Shrine is the Victorian state memorial to Australians who have served in war and peacekeeping operations throughout the nation’s history - filled with an abundance of artefacts and history, plus breathtaking vistas of Melbourne from the Balcony, it is a touching place to pay your respects as well as taking in the best views of the city. On our last day we escaped the hustle and bustle of the city to spend some time shopping and checking out the eateries that St. Kilda has to offer, plus hanging out at the beach and walking over the boardwalk. Only 6km from the city, the very European feeling cafe society was a result of the influx of cosmopolitan European migrants in the 1950's - it has such a great 'vibe' and is known as Melbourne's beachside playground, a real must do whilst visiting the city.

We had such a great few days in Melbourne, whether your looking for a cultured Australian break, fun at the beach, or a look back in time at the history of the city, there is something for everyone - mixed with a whole host of boutique shopping, places to dine out and great people to meet, Melbourne is the place to be seen.
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