[gallery link="none" columns="2" size="medium" theme="photomosaic" ids="7851,7852"] Give us a little background on Carlotta + Gee? Carlotta + Gee’s friendship blossomed over a love of linen while traveling together in January 2018. Trying to find who, where and when sells quality French linen bedding for a reasonable price
[gallery link="none" columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="6713,7632,7631,7633,7641,7635,7638,7637"] We’ve gathered together our top picks for a laid back dinner, BYO your favourite drop and your best company EASTERN SUBURBS Masala Theory – Surry Hills If the occasion calls for fun and festive and you can handle a bit of spice Masala
[gallery columns="2" theme="photomosaic" link="none" size="full" ids="6888,6887,6882,6884,6881,6889,6890"] The best way to get longevity out of your clothes starts with how you store and care for them so make sure that your wardrobe is set up to keep everything in top shape. Not to mention creating a system
[gallery link="none" columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="6373,6376,6385,6377,6378,6380,6379,6384"] You may have located your mat on the beach during the Summer months for a quick stretch but nowadays your only moments of ‘zen’ happen when you’re waiting in line for a coffee. Now that things have cooled off there’s
[gallery link="none" size="large" theme="photomosaic" columns="2" ids="6309,6353,6354,5892,6314,6355,6356,6357,6358,6327"] BASE LAYERS It is always best to start right from the very basics: a good bed, sofa, dining table and whitegoods are absolute necessities and will last you for years to come so if you’re putting your money into anything, this
[gallery theme="photomosaic" size="full" link="none" columns="2" ids="6029,6030,6037,6027,6038,6028,6034,6040,6035,6026,6033"] WHITE OUT White is classic for a reason. White shades create light and make a room feel more spacious, perfect if you don’t get a lot of natural light or are dealing with a small space. Although whilst it seems like
[gallery link="none" columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="6246,6242,6244,6243,6247,6245,6248"] We all travel in different ways. You may be the kind of person that decides to go on a holiday last minute and you’re happy to just go with the flow, OR you could be the type that researches every detail
[gallery link="none" size="full" theme="photomosaic" columns="2" ids="5759,5891,5885,5884,5887,5762,5888,5892,5890,5765,5768,5893,5886"] IMAGERY VIA THE VAULT ONLINE PINTEREST BEAUTIFUL BEDDING The star of the show of course. For a truly heavenly look layer soft, inviting textures in complimentary tones. Don’t be light handed in layering different materials, the more texture you incorporate the more
[gallery link="none" columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="6181,6182,6185,6183,6184,6186,6187,6188"] HUBERT Walk down several flights of very narrow stairs (a stiletto lover’s nightmare) and you’re transported into a trendy ‘New York City’ restaurant. With an amazing atmosphere (the interiors are to-die-for) and a mouth-watering menu to match, Hubert is the perfect
LAID BACK LUNCH For an ultra-casual event, you can never go wrong with a picnic. Grab a basket and a few blankets and set up in a picturesque location for a laid back afternoon with the fam. In terms of catering, you may have to put
FILING The dreaded f- word. We’re talking paperwork and digital here. Set aside some focused time to devise a clear system for both formats. Tackling one area at a time. First get rid of anything completely unnecessary, then get to sorting what’s left. The key here is
[gallery theme="photomosaic" columns="2" size="full" ids="5913,5691,5687,5711,5914,5912,5911,5700"] DO: MEET SOMEWHERE PUBLIC This is somewhat of a no-brainer, but if you’re meeting a stranger for the first time, make sure it’s somewhere public in case they turn out to be a stage 5 clinger. Arrange to meet somewhere with an
[gallery link="none" size="full" theme="photomosaic" columns="2" ids="5822,5823,5824,5826,5828,5829,5832,5833,5834"] IMAGERY VIA BAZAAR MUMMA & PINTEREST THE 'NEWBIE' MUM New to the game with a blossoming bump or bub already in tow, treat her to some stylish little luxuries to compliment her new lifestyle. Byredo Carrousel Scented Candle $80.10 Gentle Monster Love Punch Aviator Style Sunglasses $388.04 CO-Home
[gallery columns="2" link="none" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="5633,5650,5629,5643,5628,5623,5634,5621,5644,5645,5648,5649"] MEET NEW PEOPLE I’m not going to be super dramatic and say you should make all new friends, but…you should probs make new friends. Let’s be real, people in relationships tend to be less keen to go out until the wee
[gallery columns="2" link="none" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="5474,5490,5481,5486,5482,5483,5487,5467,5479"] BREWTOWN, NEWTOWN Cronuts, cronuts and more cronuts. Did we mention there are cronuts? Nestled in a laneway off the main strip in trendy inner-city suburb Newtown, Brewtown is not to be missed for a Saturday morning coffee and sweet treat. It’s
[gallery link="none" columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="5543,5544,5547,5573,5542,5545,5570,5549,5550"] MAUI Maui is definitely one of our favourite places hands down for a relaxing, but activity filled getaway. Just 9 and a half hour flight from Sydney it is an accessible overseas holiday (Australian’s have an inbuilt tolerance for long distance
[gallery link="none" size="full" theme="photomosaic" columns="2" ids="5495,5496,5497,5499,5501,5505,5512,5506,5508,5509,5510,5511"] IMAGERY VIA THE VAULT ONLINE PINTEREST SHOP THE EDIT: WEST ELM MID CENTURY METAL SCULPTURE $89.00 Mid Century style is big in Interiors and a great way of introducing this is by accessorising. These sculptures add a unique point of difference to a room
KETTLE BLACK www.thekettleblack.com.au If you’re looking to try the it café of Melbourne, Kettle Black is the one. When you arrive don’t forget to look up (#instafriendly), this nostalgic white Victorian building is nestled in amongst St Kilda’s most modern architecture. But the unique experience doesn’t stop
[gallery link="none" columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="5360,5269,5279,5316,5355"] WATER We all know flying can dehydrate us as much as a sweaty workout session so be sure to drink plenty of water before and during the flight. I'M IN LOVE WITH THE COCO I’ll be the first to admit that drinking water
[gallery columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" link="none" ids="5330,5331,5332"] THE PREP First things first, it all starts on Friday night. Get yourself into the comfiest loungewear, order your favorite “Deliveroo” and cuddle up on the couch. Take some time for some “guilt-free-me-time” because tomorrow morning we’re starting fresh. [gallery link="none" columns="2"
[gallery link="none" size="full" theme="photomosaic" columns="2" ids="5173,5182,5181,5180,5178,5177,5176"] IMAGERY VIA BILLS INSTAGRAM BREAKFAST OF CHAMPIONSWe don’t know about you but there is nothing better than waking up to the smell of bacon and/or (but mostly and) buttermilk pancakes, which are then delivered to us in our own private domain,
[gallery link="none" columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="5128,5133,5129"] EDIT In this limited environment you need to be very clever with your use of space and what you are filling it up with. If you are starting from scratch tread carefully and slowly add décor bit by bit, or if
PRETTY WOMAN If that glorious image of Julia Roberts in her thigh-highs isn’t enough to tempt you, get a load of Richard Gere being an absolute silver fox. It’s an unlikely love story between a millionaire and a streetwalker and it will have you hooked
[gallery link="none" columns="2" size="large" theme="photomosaic" ids="4843,4831,4829,4835,4830,4839,4845,4832,4834,4838"] GET CONNECTED: @LUMUINTERIORS WWW.LUMUINTERIORS.COM What is your creative background? I have a background / training in Interior Decoration and Styling, Garden and Floral Design. I previously had a business in floral design for weddings and events but my passion has always been in styling
You don’t get along with his family…Every family is different and it can be difficult to get used to a completely different vibe to the one that exists in your own, especially when you’re thrown together for an extended period of time such as
Whether you’re pretending you’ve “saved room”, or that your second “dessert stomach” is now ready, we have tried, tested and tantalised our tastebuds all for your future benefit. If you’re going to have a cheat day, you may as well do it properly. MAISY'S 24HR CAFE
[gallery link="none" columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="4710,4711"] KITTEN HEELS They didn’t look good at your Year 10 formal, and unless you’re Leandra Medine, they don’t look good now. If you can’t handle the torture of wearing a 9-inch Loboutin all day (how can something so pretty be
[gallery link="none" columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="4510,4509,4506,4507"] GET DRESSED, PLEASE Although it’s tempting to stay in your pyjamas all day when you have nowhere to be, that’s going to be more conducive to an O.C. marathon than a day of work. As soon as you wake up,
[gallery link="none" columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="4345,4347,4353,4350,4346,4342,4351,4352"] CITRUS WATER One glass of warm water with lemon first thing in the morning. We know, you’ve heard it all before! How could something so easy actually work? BUT IT DOES. The lemon helps your body to kick start
[gallery link="none" columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="4284,4285,4293,4286,4287,4192,4291,4296,4298,4288,4297"] 1. SWITCH LATTES FOR GREEN TEAS If you’re feeling stressed, it might be a good idea to switch your daily Skim Latte for a mug of green tea. Green tea is known for its calming properties as it contains L-theanine, an
[gallery link="none" columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="4207,4208,4206"] IMAGERY CREDIT: THE DAILY TELEGRAPH Friday Evening at The Port A new waterfront venue in Darling Harbour called The Port has opened up and we are absolutely loving it. The Port has always been set to make waves, exuding a chic, French
[gallery size="full" theme="photomosaic" columns="2" ids="3427,3428,3429,3430,3431,3432,3433"] According to the angels, training and preparing for the show is no easy task and maintaining a super healthy diet and consistent exercise regime are absolutely crucial elements of getting into "tip-top" shape (Ahem, see Vaulties, even these *ANGELS* have to work
[gallery size="full" columns="2" theme="photomosaic" link="none" ids="3418,3417,3419,3420,3422"] Get Snap Happy First, make sure your photos are on point. If you’ve only surfed a day in your life and that was at Surf School when you were in Year 6, probs don’t upload a photo of you with a
[gallery columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" link="none" ids="3197,3138,3199,3145,3198,3200,3131,3201,3202,3203,3205"] Take advantage of ‘me-time’ Guess what? Being single means you have no one to answer to, explain things to or compromise for. If you want to stay in your pyjamas all day long, you can. If you want to crank Justin
[gallery link="none" columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="3185,3186,3187,3131,3188,3135,3190,3189,3191,3192,3193"] Hyams Beach in Jervis Bay via Berry Our favourite go-to road trip destination is Hyams Beach in Jervis Bay, just three hours away from Sydney on the South Coast of New South Wales. With the whitest sand in the world and
[gallery columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="3140,3143,3083,3142,3085,3139,3084,3141"] The Golden Door Health Retreat & Spa Hunter Valley, NSW [gallery columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="3097,3098"] Located in the stunning Hunter Valley region, with breathtaking views of vineyards and mountain ranges, The Golden Door is the perfect place to reset your mind, body and soul.
Go out with mutual friends Those high-school days are over – the age gap between the two of you no longer matters. You’ll find that as you get older, both of your friendship groups will slowly merge into one and this will make going out
[gallery link="none" columns="2" size="large" theme="photomosaic" ids="2939,2930"] Get to Know Him If you haven’t met your BFF’s new man, she might just be talking him up so you’re aware of how fabulous he is. There’s a simple solution to this problem: arrange a meet up so you can
[gallery link="none" columns="2" theme="photomosaic" size="full" ids="2716,2714,2715"] Write a strong opening The first few sentences that appear on your resume are the most important part of the whole document. This is your opportunity to really pitch yourself – why do they need you and what makes you so
Every twenty-something woman secretly wants to be #instafamous: the type of girl that scores the fanciest room at the hotel, a business class upgrade on her long haul flight and the best seats in the house at that hot new restaurant. Unfortunately not all of
Because life has a way of kicking us in the ass, it’s likely your ex will get back in contact with you when you’re in the IDGAF phase: aka you’ve completely forgotten about him, have moved on with your life and are loving hitting the
1. Confidence… Yes! When a man who resembles the looks of Ryan Gosling is giving you eyes from across the bar, it’s hard not to have extreme heart palpitations, rosy cheeks and to stutter when he tries to make conversation with you. But ladies, even though
For whatever reason, when we’re travelling overseas we don’t think twice about sitting down by ourselves and ordering that strong, ¾ skim latte. So why is it on our own home turf we feel the need to look overly busy while at lunch
Best tips for staying consistent throughout winter? The hardest thing in winter is the cold and the shorter days. Different things motivate different people; it can be as easy as getting some new comfortable, trendy and warm workout gear. I find there is nothing better than working
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[gallery size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="1901,1902,1903,1904,1905,1906,1907,1908,1909,1910,1911,1912"] 1. Delete Their Number This can be quite helpful if the object of your affection is (a) your ex; (b) someone who doesn’t quite return your interest or (c) someone you, all your friends AND your Mum know that you shouldn’t be talking
Do your own thing from time to time. The key to happily living with each other is to continue doing your own thing. Ladies, just because you are now co-habiting does not mean you need to spend every waking second together, joined at the hip,
1. Timing is of the essence Don’t wait until you are 10 deep at the bar on Saturday night to sit down and have the chat. Being fuelled by liquid courage probably won’t end in the best result. While you may feel invincible, opt for the more private
[gallery size="large" theme="photomosaic" columns="2" ids="1629,1630,1631,1628,1632"] CLEAN UP THE SMUDGING MASCARA “DRIBBLE” It’s about being prepared in that desk drawer of yours with having all the essentials you need on hand to recover quickly and oh-so efficiently! Eyedrops. Check. Makeup wipes. Check. These wipes allow your to remove the mascara
[gallery size="full" theme="photomosaic" columns="2" ids="2203,2196,2198,2199,2200,2201"] Where to start when choosing a floral arrangement or bouquet for your wedding? For me, it all comes down to the personality of the Bride and Groom. If you are a little quirky, untraditional and fun-loving, then go for something unstructured as that
Friday’s in Sydney call for three things – good company, great food and even better COCKTAILS. Now, whether you have had a shitty day at work, or you are just ready to let your hair down, there’s nothing quite like starting the weekend with a few wines or
“Table for one please,” doesn’t always have the greatest ring to it. But, if you’re also a sista who has spent some time single and/or in between jobs you would have learnt, much like us, that going out for breakfast, lunch or even a coffee
It’s as though Pernille Teisbaek literally has it all when it comes to the fashion stakes and now she is in full throttle when it comes to her interior front too. Her recent Copenhagen purchase is getting us oh-so excited for giving our (ahem, very humble!) apartments a facelift.
When we think about breakups, most of us picture the oh-so-familiar scene in the film Legally Blonde, where Miss Elle Woods has just been brutally dumped by her boyfriend, Warner. Her post-breakup regime consisted of hiding out in her room, lounging amongst her pink fluffy
[gallery columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="1498,1496,1549,1550"] WALK IT OUT Get in some sort of exercise any way you can. You may not be able to find a Barre Class or F45 in downtown Mykonos (and you may projectile vomit if you tried) so go easy. Walk it off,
[gallery size="full" columns="2" theme="photomosaic" ids="1050,1412,1403,1410"] 1. IT’S ALL ABOUT COMPROMISING! Remember that ‘Friends’ episode where Chandler and Monica were moving in together and he couldn’t quite part ways with his precious ‘barcalounger’ (that Monica despised)? This is a classic example of what may happen when you first
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As I sit here and write this, my housemate is in the room opposite, laughing happily with her new boyfriend. They’re so happy together, I can literally see it in her face and she’s been single for five years, so I am equally as happy
[gallery columns="2" size="full" theme="photomosaic" ids="1315,1316,1317,1318,1319"] WALK AND TALK Walking with a friend is a great way to catch up. Not only will pounding the pavement burn some calories but it’s also free and can be done just about anywhere, anytime. If you’ve read Thrive (great read if you haven’t), you’ll
[gallery size="full" theme="photomosaic" columns="2" ids="1222,1223,1221,1225"] 1. JUICY TOMATOES There is a reason why Bloody Mary’s are the key morning-after drink for those that are struggling. We suggest going ‘virgin’ and opting for the key ingredient in them, tomatoes! The reason why you feel so great after a
6.15 AM - Alarm goes off. Snooze. 6.20AM - Alarm goes off again. Snooze again. 6.30AM - Give in to the alarm. Check emails, read anywhere between 65-85 that have filtered in overnight, mark anything as unread that needs attention after caffeine consumption. 6.45AM - Check the social feeds, Snapchat, Facebook, IG for as far
[gallery size="full" theme="photomosaic" columns="2" ids="1148,1149,1150,1151,1152"] Social media has given us a lot of things. Besides epic procrastination skills and the ability to stalk just about anyone at anytime, it has also birthed careers, turned the world into fitness experts and big, booty bitches into celebs; #respect. With
