Tropical Colour

Lovin' this colourful inspiration!

Loving these fun, bright accessories
for summer beach style.
Here's a sneak peak at next summer's new seasons' homewares.

{For more colourful ideas for summer check out homewares brand Citta Design}

Melissah xox

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Birthday Celebrations

Happy Birthday to me!

It's my birthday today 

and I must admit I'm pretty excited!

A simple day is planned ~

an afternoon tea at the new house

(admist the rubble and paint cans!)

Then a lazy afternoon on the beach,

followed by a romantic dinner

at a new seafood restaurant on the water.

.... just perfect!

Melissah xox

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Beach Brights

For me summer is all about getting outdoors and having fun!

It's about hanging out with friends

and long beach days with the kids.

It's about get-together with the neighbours

for a 'tongue-in-check' game off

crouquet, boules or backyard cricket!

It's about early mornings and late nights ~

trying to make the most of each and every day!

Melissah xox

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Summer Joys

Loving this pretty, aqua shimmery inspiration, 

it reminds me of all the good things about summer ~

smiling and laughing

sparking water

gently lapping ocean waves

sunkissed skin that shimmers in the light

beautiful shells with pearlescent finishes.
 

Melissah xox

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Summer Shades

Loving these gorgeous pretty shades for summer
so refreshing ~
like a strawberry gelati on a hot summer's day!

Melissah xox

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Mojito Magic

 

Vodka and mint mojitos

Ingredients

• 16 sprigs mint
• 1/2 cup caster sugar
• 1 1/2 cups fresh lime juice (see note)
• 2 to 3 cups crushed ice
• 500ml vodka
• 750ml soda water, chilled

Method

1. Place mint and sugar into a 2-litre (8-cup) capacity glass jug. Using the end of a rolling pin, crush mint and sugar together.
2. Add lime juice to jug. Stir to combine. Pour crushed ice into jug until it is half-full. Pour in vodka. Pour soda water into jug until it is full. Stir to combine. Pour into glasses. Serve. Makes 8
   
    

 

Summer Fresh

Cool down with these summer treats

 

Here's few ideas to keep you cool over summer.

Make a large jug of Mojitos to drink with friends on the deck.

Wear something that is light and breezy that lets the air flow through.

This cotton lace kaftan over a pair of bikinis with a wide brimmed hat

will do the trick nicely.

Whip up some homemade lime or kiwi fruit popsicles for the kids.

Make up a healthy salad with green mango and cucumber.

You will feel so fresh you won't even notice how hot it is!

 

Melissah xox

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Beach Bound

Today is a perfect beach day.

I'll arm myself with towel, hat, sunscreen, mags and beach bag.
It's the only place I truly relax and unwind
and it's the only place where the kids can amuse themselves all day long
without spending a cent!
It there's no winging, whining and fighting
they are rewarded with an ice-cream
so that always guarantees good behavior!
We trapse home sandy, salty and bedraggled
but pleased with our day of fun in the sun!

Melissah xox

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The Good Life!

 

 

 

 

During the summer holidays all I want is to be outdoors enjoying life to the fullest. It's the time of year that I like to slow down, kick back and relax. Lazy summer days are where it's at for me. Everything is so lush and green and I love nothing more than getting to lie back and feel the warm sun on my skin. It really makes me feel so incredibly alive and so content at the same time.

Melissah xox

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Slip, Slap, Slop!

Unfortunately, our love affair with the sun means that most of us have spent the halcyon days of our youth catching some rays in no more than a bikini and coconut oil, and only now are we paying the price. Although Vitamen D from the sun is essential, the sun can wreck havoc on our skin, resulting in lines, wrinkles and pigmentation damage. Therefore the only anti-aging product on the market is sunscreen. Take refuge in sunscreen, a sun umbrella and a big hat this summer. 

Your skin will thank-you for it!

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Everytime you step out to go the beach remember to take the 'beach essentials' to protect you from the harmful UV rays. Your beach bag should have plenty of sunscreen, a wide brimmed hat, a lightweight cover-up and sunglasses with good quality UV lenses to protect your eyes. This will guarantee you a great day at the beach without any nasty sunburn.

Melissah xox

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