When's Dinner..?

My HGs

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 07:12:00 +0000

Terribly sorry for the lack of updates lately! I'm in the process of packing and getting ready to move to Melbourne, work is hectic, and been generally busy! Will try to update more regularly.

Here is what I am using most at the moment..

Shampoo: Aveda for blonde hair
Conditioner: As above
Styling products: Various volumising products, and dry shampoo when necessary.
Shower Gel: Whatever is in the shower
Body Moisturiser: Palmers Cocoa Butter
Deoderant: Rexona
Fake Tan: None – I’m embracing the albino within =]
Face Wash: Face wipes to remove most of makeup, followed by cetaphil
Exfoliator: Microfiber face cloth, and/or ASAP daily exfoliator.
Primer: None
Foundation Brush: Manicare. Its actually the best one I’ve come across.
Foundation: Revlon Colorstay, or MAC Studio Fix Fluid
Concealer: Prescriptives
Powder: MAC Studio Fix
Blusher: Nars Orgasm
Bronzer: None
Highlighter: MAC Vanilla, or Benefit High Beam
Eyeshadow Base: UDPP
Eyeshadows: Favourites are all MAC.. Satin Taupe, Amber Eyes, Vanilla and Electra.
Eyeliner: MAC Fluidline, and Prestige waterproof pencil eyeliner for waterline
Curler: Don’t use.
Mascara: Covergirl Lash Blast
Lipstick: MAC Viva Glam V
Nail Colour: None at the moment, I vary all the time, though I love my OPI shades!

From Seventh Avenue to Sesame Street

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:54:00 +0000

Featuring in Harper Bazaar's September 2009 edition -

(please click the image to view full size)

Above (L): Vera Wang and Abby Cadabby & (R): Derek Lam & Thakoon Panichgul and Bert & Ernie

Above (L): Kate and Laura Mulleavy and Cookie Monster & (R): Oscar de la Renta and Oscar the Grouch

Above: Diane von Furstenberg and Big Bird

Above (L): Francisco Costa and Grover & (R): Carolina Herrera and Elmo

Mini Haul

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 12:29:00 +0000

This arrived in my mailbox today.

(No MAC here.. that will change in October though, that's when I'll be moving in Melbourne!)

But for now;

MAC Amber Lights e/s

MAC Vanilla e/s

MAC Electra e/s

oh and UDPP. Very happy. Won't get to have a play for a few days though!

Kyle and Jackie O - Enough

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 02:11:00 +0000

The majority of Australia now knows about the scandal surrounding the Kyle and Jackie O (radio) Show, where they broadcast live, a 14 year old girl strapped to a lie detector, and questioned by her mother about drugs and her sex life. This is not the first time the lie detector stunt has been broadcast, with parents and children, and partners previously participating. On air, she revealed she had been raped as a 12 year old, and Kyle infamously then asked "Right. And is that, is that the only experience you've had?" It turned out the girl's mother knew about this previously, but still went through with participating in the segment.

This incident alone has provoked calls to take the show off the air, and higher concequences for Kyle and Jackie O. I do believe the mother is to blame, and am glad they are now getting the professional help they need.

Let us not forget past 'stunts' pulled by Kyle and Jackie O. I believe personally, they should have been taken off the air long ago. Its sickening.

Please read this transcript, or watch the video.

http://www.abc.net.au/mediawatch/

http://www.abc.net.au/mediawatch/transcripts/s2644599.htm

Russh July/August

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 12:19:00 +0000

I FINALLY got the chance to read the current issue of RUSSH, which I bought weeks ago, but hadn't flicked through yet.

Here's a snippet.

I love it.

Blog Makeover!

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 09:41:00 +0000

Hello!

You may have noticed my blog has had a little makeover. I'm still fiddling around with it a bit, so don't be suprised if it changes a bit again!

I've also made a BLOG AWARD for the lovely bloggers who I love reading!

I'm giving this award to...

Flair To Remember
Owl Vs. Dove
Veronica's Fashion & Makeup Blog
Diamonds in Champagne
Le Blog De Sushi

Well done girls! Keep up the great blogging x

REVIEW: Lanolips

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 23:09:00 +0000

I'm a sucker for lip gloss, lip balms and lipsticks. Mostly nude/pink shades, I've never been a really red lips fan (for myself, anyway!)

This winter has seen my lips get dry and flakey, with nothing seeming to work.

I've been hearing these raves about 'lanolips' for a while. Its made from lanolin, a natural product extracted from sheeps wool, which is an amazing and natural hydrator. Lanolips is cruelty free, contains SPF15+ and comes in both a colourless ointment, or tinted, in several shades.

[L-R: Rose, Apples, Sunshine, Dark Honey]

I got the 'Rose' shade, as it is a lovely nude pink. I think I'll go back and get the 'Apples' shade too! Its a lovely consistency, not sticky at all, and stays on for a long time.

It retails at Priceline and other stores for $17.95 (the colourless 101 ointment) and $13.95 (coloured ointments)

Above: Me with Lanolips in Rose.

More info at http://www.lanolips.com.au/

Norway Street Style

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 09:00:00 +0000

Source: tfs.

Lily Allen for Chanel

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 03:54:00 +0000

This seems to be channeling a bit of Breakfast at Tiffany's. Not sure I would have ever picked Lily Allen for this campaign though!

On second thought, these don't look like any other Chanel ads I've seen before. What do you think?

Shot by Karl Langerfield.

Poor Sienna

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 03:33:00 +0000

Poor Sienna.
lol.

Source: JustJared.

Editorial - L’Officiel Brazil

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 11:17:00 +0000

Isabeli Fontana looked stunning in her May editorial in L'Officiel Brazil.
Dominatrix vibes? Nice ones of course!

Photography by Jacques Dequeker.

Tumblr

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:48:00 +0000

I've joined tumblr. I'm still learning how to work it, hoping to become a pro soon!

Please comment if you would like to share yours.

http://whensdinner.tumblr.com

Dita Von Teese - Gorgeous

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 02:28:00 +0000

I just wanted to post this picture of Dita Von Teese in a 50s style sundress. Gorgeous, and super flattering on her. She really pulls this off, even though it *kind* of reminds me of the curtain clothes the children wore in the Sound of Music!

Lovely.

Announcement

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 04:53:00 +0000

Its likely that I won't be posting as regularly as I have in the past, for a while at least, because my two year relationship with my boyfriend has recently come to an end. This is a hard time for me, and I'm slowly adjusting to life as a single person and doing things for myself, and by myself. I hope to use this time to expand my blog's content, as well as some other things, as blogging is a hobby which I very much enjoy.

So during this difficult time of change for me, please bear with me, and check back occasionally for any new posts. I will continue reading other blogs, which I do on a regular basis, and commenting on them as per usual.

Thank you.

A-Z

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:32:00 +0000

Here's a random Q and A to break things up a bit :)

I can't remember where I found this.. So I might make this into a tag, and ask that anyone who reads it, please do it, and comment me if you do so I can check it out!

A: What accessories do you wear everyday?
My thin gold chain with a 'H' charm and a small gold owl charm on it, simple earrings of some sort, and either my Pandora, or engraved ID bracelet. This is just for work, weekdays I jazz things up a bit more!

B: What is your beauty routine?
Showering regulary! I use Cetaphil cleanser twice a day because I have sensitve skin, and find it works well. Nivea Extra Gentle Eye Makeup Remover. This is the best eye makeup remover I've come accross, at such a great price!

Right now I'm using a Nivea moisturiser, as well as Megan Gale Vitamin A Boosting Serum, because I have a few dry patches from the cold weather. I've recently ordered some Mario Badescu skincare online, so that will change when it arrives!

If I get blackheads, I use sudocrem. You may also know this as nappy rash cream stocked at Woolworths and Priceline. Do not diss this until you try it! It works wonders :)

C: What was the last item of clothing (for yourself) that you purchased?
Today I purchased this Stiped Long Sleeve Cardi from Witchery. Instead of grey, it has navy and cream stripes. It was on sale for $49.95, and I love it!

I also bought some Bonds underwear and a tank top, both featuring owls! Love them.

D: Do you use a dresser, closet, or both?
I keep all my clothes (that aren't piled up on my chair/beanbag) in my closet, and some in the drawers inside my wardrobe.

E: What type of earrings are in your ears right now? None! Just took them out, before I had some lovely gold owl ones.

F: What type of figure do you have (measurements)?
I don't know any measurements.. I'm kind of short (5"2), and curvy, but not overweight.

G: Do you wear glasses?
Yes! I also wear contacts, more often than glasses actually.

H: What type of handbag do you carry?
I have a couple on rotation. Usually I use a tan oversized one, which I can fit everything in. Today I switched over to my Louis Vuitton Speedy, which I haven't used in a while.

I: What is your ideal style?
Simple, Girly and Casual usually. I love mixing textures and patterns, and mixing plain with details.

J: What is your favorite brand of jeans?
I don't have a particular favourite brand. I don't buy ones that are too expensive as I change my tastes far too often! Right now I have on rotation a pair from Sportsgirl, Lee, Bettina Liano, and Jeans West.

K: Do you wear knee-high stockings?
No! Not since school. Actually, occasionally I do at work, if I'm wearing pants with some shoes that need them.

L: Do you *have* to wear matching lingerie?
No, I love mixing and matching.

M: Do you wear makeup?
Definitely! I don't wear foundation everyday, as I like to give my skin a break. When I do, I use Everyday Minerals in Semi-Matt, Nars Orgasm Blush, Benefit High Beam, Covergirl Lash Blast Mascara (Its my new HG!), MAC eyeshadows, the colours vary, and MAC fluidline. Oh and MAC Lipglass.

N: Do you wear nightgowns?
In the warmer months sometimes, I have a few from Peter Alexander which I love.

O: What outerwear do you put on when going out on a typical winter’s day?
I have a few coats and cardis I like.. One is a Cream Wish Trench from last season, another is a Tailored Black Pea Coat from a brand I randomly came accross and don't remember the brand. I have a few knits from various brands which I use for layering. It hasn't got too cold yet, I'm waiting for it to though!

P: What is your favorite perfume?
Miss Dior Cherie, and Vera Wang Princess.

Q: Is your motto “quality over quantity” when it comes to clothing and accessories?
As long as they are staple peices which will last the trends and are practical, definitely quality.

R: Do you wear rain boots?
No.. I wouldn't even know where to buy them!

S: Do you wear socks or slippers when your feet get cold? I wear socks nearly 24x7.. I can't stand having bare feet, even in summer. At least I have silky soft smooth feet though. If its cold I'll wear slippers too, but only at home.

T: Do you have a set of travel luggage?
No, I just use the family's set of suitcase.

U: What is your daily uniform?
Just general corporate gear for work.

V: If you are married, did you wear a veil with your wedding dress? I don't like the idea of the veil that covers the face and everything. But a lovely headpeace or something like that attached to my hair and hanging down the back.. Yes indeed. Sorry, I don't know the correct terms!

W: Do you wear a watch?
No.

X: What item of clothing always makes you feel beautiful?
It varies, I have several 'bad day' outfits that never fail to pick me up.

Y: What is your favorite type of yarn?
Erm. Wool? I like cotton though.

Z: Do you prefer zippers or buttons? Zips on pants/jeans, buttons on shirts and cardis.

Sisley S/S 2009

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:21:00 +0000

I came accross this Ad campaign, everything about it so pretty and well styled. The use of the frame is perfect!

NY Times - Leighton Meester

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:18:00 +0000

This has done nothing to extinguish my love of Gossip Girl and its actors. Love.

A note.

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 01:14:00 +0000

I recently received a rather nasty comment (which I chose not to publish), telling me that I was being insensitive, unfair, and other such things, because I had posted a RIP post for Farrah Fawcett, but not for Michael Jackson.

Any death is sad and unexpected, and can cause a range of emotions, even if you did not know the deceased personally. Some may argue that Farrah's passing was expected, and she was 'older', so therefore not as deserving of publicity as Michael Jackson's unexpected and tragic death, and he had given so much to Entertainment industry, rather than someone like Farrah, who had been famous as an icon in the 70s.

I am not about to compare two deaths. I am very sorry for the passing of MJ, but I am not going to adjust my posts under pressure from others. If you search google, 58,400,000
results appear from 'Michael Jackson Death', but only 6,700,000 for 'Farrah Fawcett Death'.

My whole point is that I cannot begin to compare death. I posted a RIP for Farrah, because I was particularly fond of her from the 70s, but was not so much a fan of Michael Jackson, though I did amire him for his success. I write my blog for a hobby, not to please my readers (however, I am SUPER greatful that you do bother to visit, and leave comments - you keep me motivated).

I hope this has cleared a couple of things up for 'Anonymous'.

Farewell

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 10:00:00 +0000

RIP to Farrah Fawcett, a real 70s style icon. Let you be at peace, after your long battle with cancer.

Louboutin F/W Ad Campaign

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 08:38:00 +0000

This ad campaign really grabbed my attention. They were shot by Peter Lippmann, and styled by Amandine Moine. They show luxury at its greatest, and are associated by 17th and 18th century still life artworks.

Beautiful.

New Purchase

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 02:40:00 +0000

Recently purchased - FCUK Sequin Serpent Dress, BNWOT from a friend online :)

Looks gorgeous on, and drapes really well! It isn't too short, which I like, and I can layer it with tights and a cardi for winter. Very happy with it!

Oh, and the marks are on the mirror, not the dress. Apologies for my messy room, I'm in the process of a huge cleanup, and just finished my crosstrainer workout, which explains my shoes in the background.

PS - Also purchased - the little owl hanging off my phone. Love it.

Vogue Spain - China Blues

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 22:24:00 +0000

Vogue Spain April 2008 Editorial - Photographed by Helena Christensen; Model: Valentina Zeliaeva

Editorial

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:55:00 +0000

Marloes Horst in German Magazine Deutsch Issue 37; Photographs by Kutlu.

Amsterdam Street Style

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 22:46:00 +0000

Image credit: thefashionspot

Vanity Fair exhibition

noreply@blogger.com (whensdinner) — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 22:41:00 +0000

I recently went to the National Portrait Gallery, where the Vanity Fair exhibition is being held. I work quite close to the Portrait Gallery, and went in my lunch break. Entry fee was $10, which I'd definitely pay for again, as I enjoyed this!

The exhibition included covers and editorials for Vanity Fair since 1913, by famous photographers.

If you are close by, definitely go see this!

Not included, thankfully, was Miley Cyrus' recent controvercial Vanity Fair portrait: