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  • {Finding My Style} Do you shop on eBay? + $50 Paypal giveaway

    {Finding My Style} Do you shop on eBay? + $50 Paypal giveaway

    I am the worst shopper in the world. I want to get better. My husband wants me to get better. (I know. How many of you can boast that?).

    I often flick through magazines and just wish I had the budget to clothe myself in the gorgeous classic coats, well cut tops and designer jeans that the celebs wear. Their figures and a few more inches in the height department would probably help too.

    So with that in mind, and some play money from the wonderful people at eBay, I went shopping.

    I got drawn by this:

     

    white coat

    I don’t know why. I am a mother. I would never in a gazillion years get away with wearing it, but it did draw my attention. And yes, I know, she is a mother too! It was at this point it was time to *step away from the computer*.

    I scrolled through a myriad of trench coats and jackets, trying to find the perfect one.

    Then this gorgeous number caught my eye:

     

    Portmans trench coat

    I was ready to buy until something else popped up in my eBay feed. My heart started racing. May palms got sweaty. I became short of breath. I was instantly falling in love.

    Marc Jacobs coat

    I was torn. Do I go with the one I’m in love with and spend a bit extra? It’s reversible, so it’s like buying two coats in one. Right? Or do I go with the cheaper option and have money leftover?

    I couldn’t decide, so I asked Facebook. They’re a smart mob over there. Just to confirm Facebook was right, I asked The Bloke in the Shed. He agreed with the Facebook crew and I came away with this gorgeous reversible Marc Jacob jacket.

     

    Marc Jacobs coat

    I am happy.

    See? 🙂

    So, if you want to know how to find THE perfect fashion item on eBay:

    1. 1. Use the search options to whittle down the myriad of items to an easily searchable list. Add in the size, the brand, the type of garment and even the colour if you’re so inclined.
    2. 2. Buy something from a brand you already wear so you can find something that will fit. This was my biggest mistake with the Marc Jacob jacket. I was taking a gamble in buying it. It’s slightly big. Yes, even at size 8. Where as I knew the Portman’s trench would fit.
    3. 3. As you find things, add them to your “Watch List’’. You can delete them later. Like taking a handful of garments into the dressing room to compare and decide exactly which one you’re going to buy, your Watch List can work in much the same way.
    4. 4. Check out the feedback on the seller’s page. It’s always good to see if people have been satisfied with the service and product they’ve been supplied with.
    5. 5. Have some money ready in your Paypal account. There is nothing worse than seeing something you want to buy instantly, only to realise you don’t have any money in your Paypal account and it’s going to take 3-5 days for any fund transfers to clear.

    Just so you know, this post wasn’t just a tease. We’re giving away one $50 Paypal credit to help you do a little shopping on eBay for yourself. To enter, all you have to do is tell us in the comments below your “best’’ eBay purchase. It could be anything that was weird, funny, personally meant a lot or was an absolute and utter bargain. The winner will be judged on creativity and skill. The giveaway closes Monday, June 25 at 7.30pm and winner announced on this blog and via Facebook and Twitter. Australian residents only. One entry per person.

     

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    **DISCLOSURE: I received a $100 Paypal credit to spend on eBay. All opinions expressed are purely my own.

    THIS GIVEAWAY HAS NOW CLOSED

  • Lessons For Wives No 5: Sexy Legs? No, it’s UGG-ly

    Lessons For Wives No 5: Sexy Legs? No, it’s UGG-ly

    By The Bloke in The Shed

    I KNOW there is a new scourge emerging on Tasmanian streets as summer approaches. It needs to be stamped out and this is not just a crime against humanity, it’s a crime against good taste.

    Some of you may remember the infamous Bras are for Boobs post on this site where I revealed the horrifying emerging trend of women using their mammary cradles as mobile phone holders. That post drew plenty of comments and plenty of traffic (albeit some of it looking for perhaps a little more than what the post offered).

    Now, like that bra lesson, methinks that very few wives are guilty of this latest sin. In fact, I’d go as far as suggesting these latest sinners are single ladies or those who go out with blokes who wear their peaked caps to the side, have their favourite dirt bike brand stickered on their back window and feature numerous misspelled words tattooed on various parts of their beings.

    Okay, that out of the way, what is this new crime? When in the heck did it become okay to wear very high cut, skimpy shorts with knee-high ugg boots? Seriously, maybe you might be able to get away with it at home, but in the main street of town in the middle of the day? I’m not sure I’ve seen a better case for the return of corporal punishment.

    It’s like the women (okay, mostly teenage girls) can’t decide whether it’s warm enough or not outside so they have five bucks each way. Having been a fan of the ugg boot over the years, in the right environment, this seemingly growing fad must be nipped in the bud before it gets out of hand lest it damage the lambs-wool shoes’ brand irreparably.

    Please, for the good of humankind, say no to ugg-ly shorts combos.

    Have you witnessed this fashion disaster? Or are you brave enough to admit you’re part of the trend?

    Read more from The Bloke in The Shed

    Linking up Shae from Yay for Home’s Things I Know. Make sure you click to learn what others’ know.

  • WIN: Aussie Giveaway Linkup #23

    WIN: Aussie Giveaway Linkup #23

    I’M GOING on a jet plane to Adelaide today. Or Radelaide, rather. Although, who am I to make jokes. I live in Tasmania. I think we shut our shops half an hour earlier than the city that always sleeps.

    The occasion is a Kelloggs Bloggers Brunch, where I get to eat cereal and talk kids, health and my favourite meal of the day. And can I just say, you know you’ve made it when you get your blog on a cereal packet. Right?

    Personalised Kelloggs cereal box Three Li'l Princesses

    So anyway, I thought I’d best ditch the holey jeans and trakky top for something a little more appropriate. Considering I don’t do fashion – I tend to buy classic items that I can still wear 10 years from now – this is the portrait of a non-fashionista trying hard to be a fashionista. Possibly trying too hard.

    OK, enough with the woof whistling. I have to thank Koolaman Designs, ECCO Shoes and Swish ECO Hair for helping me try and look chic.

    Koolaman Designs:

    Koolaman Designs, Audrey pendant

    A beautiful Audrey pendant, hand stamped with Princess Ella and Li’l Holly’s names. The appeal is its daintiness. I’m not into chunky jewellery. Everything I wear is very petite – probably because I’m very petite. This one measures 2.8cm high by 2.8cm wide and can fit 34 characters on it. At $170, it’s something to buy that special person this Christmas. It has timeless appeal (big tick) and is something I’ll pass on to the girls one day. You can buy online.

    ECCO Shoes:

    Ecco shoes Kalama 50mm

    I fell in love with ECCO back when it released its Autumn/Winter range. The Kalama 50mm is a cute ankle strap sandal made using genuine leather. In fact, its leather is of such high quality it sells to luxury designer brands like Louis Vuitton, Coach and Porsche. That’s classic enough for me. I love that the straps are adjustable, it has ample cushioning and there’s no such thing as “breaking in’’ required. At 150cm short, I probably require something with a little more heel though. But otherwise, I’m impressed. There are quite a few styles from the 2010 Spring/Summer range I have my eye on.

    Swish Eco Hair:

    Swish Eco Hair, Devonport, Tasmania, hair salon,

    If my hair feels good, then I feel good. So yesterday I indulged in a cut and a few extra foils to tie me over till my next appointment. This little ‘do I can thank my lovely hairdresser at Swish Eco Hair in Devonport, Tasmania for. And we probably should give a little shoutout to her ghd straightener for that smooth, shiny finish. Swish have a Facebook group.

    I have a giveaway coming this week to make you look just as gorgeous. *ahem* So don’t forget to subscribe via the homepage. In the meantime, get a little style from the links below.

    If you’re a blogger or business wanting to take part in the Aussie Giveaway Linkup:

    1. Only link directly to the giveaway post/s and include the prize and end date in the linky tool below. Link each giveaway separately.

    2. Giveaways must be open to Australian residents.

    3. Grab the button to add to your post.

    4. A new list is added each Sunday so bloggers need to add their links weekly.

    5. Start entering the giveaways!

     


    Aussie Giveaway Linky
    Hosted by Three Lil Princesses



    What item makes you feel good when you wear them? Do you have a particular ``style''?

    Disclaimer: I received a pair of ECCO shoes and a Koolaman pendant for review. All opinions are my own.