Celeb style: Nicole Richie

I really love Nicole Richie's glam boho style. She always wears such pretty dresses and has amazing taste in jewellery (her accessories are often from her own brand, House of Harlow 1960). She  recently wore these two fabulous outfits: 

Left: Rocking a sequined Halston dress and House of Harlow jewellery.
Right:  Looking fab in a sunny Keepsake dress with a House of Harlow clutch.

Happy Weekend!

“Do not let your fire go out, spark by irreplacable spark. In the hopeless swamps of the not quite, the not yet, and the not at all, do not let the hero in your soul perish and leave only frustration for the life you deserved, but never have been able to reach. The world you desire can be won, it exists, it is real, it is possible, it is yours.” - Ayn Rand, Atlas Shrugged 

Have a fabulous Weekend, darlings :)

Magic dress giveaway

Today I am happy to announce the start of a lovely giveaway sponsored by Fascinating Julia

 The lucky winner will get one infinite wrap dress in a colour of their choice:

 A bit about the "magic" dress:  It can be wrapped in countless ways and styled for just about any occasion. It's one size and can fit sizes 2- 16. It's a great dress to get for your bridesmaids, to use as maternity wear and to for anyone looking for a super versatile piece of clothing.
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HOW TO ENTER:

1. Visit the Fascinating Julia website and tell me, below, why you need this dress.

2. For an extra entry tweet this phrase: I want a magic dress! Holding thumbs that I win the #FascinatingJulia giveaway on @beingbrazen - http://bit.ly/sepOOH

 

Please note: *This giveaway is open to South Africa residents only * the winner will be chosen randomly * Dress colours subject to availability *This giveaway will end on Monday, 5 December and the winner will be announced on Tuesday, 06 December.  

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED - WINNER: COSMICGRRL 

10 things I learnt recently

    

1.  Not having a computer of your own is rather crap - Recently my dear computer crashed and is still in a coma, hence my lack of blogging lately ( Thankfully, I have a new laptop on it's way. I hope to introduce it to you all soon)

2. I read and organise a whole lot more when I am computer-less

3. Bistro Sixteen82, on the Steenberg wine Estate, is a great breakfast spot

4. You can now buy Kindles direct from Incredible Connection in SA.

5. The Breaking Dawn Part 1 movie is awesome and I was pleasantly surprised by Bella's wedding dress (have you seen the film yet? what did you think of it?).   

6. Brogues are definitely not for me

7. It's hard for me to take The Boyf seriously with his moustache

8. My mind may be ready for summer, but my body is far from beach ready

9. Florence & the Machine's new album, Ceremonials, is really good

10. Embracing the uncertainty of life is far better than worrying about it

What have you learnt recently? 

* image found via Tumblr (think its a Kate Spade pic)

Lovely & local

Here are some lovely, local things that caught my eye recently...

1. Stripey tee and pants - by Marion and Lindie
2. Pretty teacups - by love Milo
3. Personalised monogram necklace - by thula jewellery (great gift idea!)
4. Grey tassel earrings  - by Joya
5. 'Abacus' napkins - by Skinny laMinx
6. Maxi dress - by Christopher Strong (available from Spence)

Spanish country home

This lovely home is located in the south of Andalucia, Spain. I absolutely love the relaxed feel and simple, rustic decor.

To see more pictures of this home trot over HERE 

Happy Weekend!

"Nothing in the world is permanent, and we’re foolish when we ask anything to last, but surely we’re still more foolish not to take delight in it while we have it." -W. Somerset Maugham

Have a fun weekend!

image via Tumblr  

A music mix

1. Such Great Heights - Postal Service
2. Shake it Out - Florence and The Machine
3. What You Know - Two Door Cinema Club
4. After Hours - We are Scientists
5. Draw your swords - Angus & Julia Stone
6. Paradise - Coldplay
7. We Won't Run - Sarah Blasko
8. Go Outside - Cults
9. Video Games - Lana Del Rey
10. Daniel - Bat For Lashes
11. Never Let Me Go - Florence & The Machine
12. Skinny Love - Birdy

Note: you can click on the song title link to watch the music video

Sleepwear giveaway

Today I am happy to announce the start of a lovely giveaway sponsored by Lila Rose, a luxury sleepwear brand that makes fabulous pajamas.

The lucky winner will get to choose one of these three chemises:

A bit about Lila Rose Sleepwear:  Started in 2007 by owner and designer Nicola Ralph, Lila Rose specialises in  pretty sleepwear that is made from quality fabrics. Currently Lila Rose sleepwear is available in various boutiques across South Africa, at Stuttafords and from the online store.

HOW TO ENTER:

1. Visit the Lila Rose website and tell me, below, which item you like best.

2. For an extra entry you can either:  "Like" the Lila Rose facebook page and leave a comment on the wall mentioning this competition  OR   follow Lila Rose on twitter and tweet the following phrase: My sleeptime would be so much better if won the @LilaRoseLove giveaway over at @beingbrazen - http://bit.ly/w1Repv

 

Please note: *This giveaway is open to South Africa residents only * the winner will be chosen randomly *This giveaway will end on Sunday, 20 November and the winner will be announced on Monday, 21 November

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

Celeb style: Kristen Stewart

I am really loving how confident and smiley Kristen has been looking lately (which is a nice change from her trademark sulky face). Last week Kristen Stewart showed off her stunning, vampire-white legs in these two sexy outfits:
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Left:  Strapless Monique Lhuillier dress and black Jimmy Choo heels.

Right: Nude Marios Schwab dress with Brian Atwood pumps 

What do you think of Kristen's style? 

10 things I learnt this weekend

photo by me

1. I just really don't like Whisky

2. Strawberry smoothies and chocolate-filled pancakes make a fabulous breakfast 

3. I prefer Bright nail colours to neutrals right now  - one of the colours I'm really liking is O.P.I's 'No Room For The Blues' (you can see the colour over HERE)
4. American Horror Story is seriously creepy TV show, that just keeps getting weirder.

5.THIS is what's happening on one of the world's most remote marine sanctuaries - It's a sad truth that shows just how polluted our earth is becoming.
6.  Eucerin Dry Skin Repair Lotion makes my legs feel so soft and smooth ;)

7. It's almost impossible to keep my apartment clean for more than one day
8. Taylor Swift has a super cute, new cat named Meredith - go HERE to see it 
9.  La Senza's underwear is so pretty and comfortable

10. I love this quote: "Perfection is static, and I am in full progress" -Anaïs Nin

What have you learnt recently? 

Happy Weekend!

"Start living now. Stop saving the good china for that special occasion. Stop withholding your love until that special person materializes. Every day you are alive is a special occasion. Every minute, every breath, is a gift from God."  

-Mary Manin Morrissey

Darlings, have a wonderful Friday and fabulous weekend :)

Gossip Girl, Season 5 - Blair hats

Along with cute coats and bright bags, it looks like Blair will be wearing quite a few interesting hats this season. I think most of them look very cute and quirky.

What do you think of Blair's hat looks?

Pretty bikini giveaway

Today I am happy to announce the start of a lovely giveaway sponsored by Coco li, a fabulous Cape Town boutique that currently has branches in Milnerton and Green Point.
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The lucky winner will receive a LoveWaterLove bikini of their choice from Coco Li

A bit about Coco li:  Both having a background in Interior Design and Architecture, sisters Lana Goslett and Leigh Tzouvanni, combined their talents and love for beautiful things to put together a fabulous boutique. The first shop was opened in August 2004. The  boutique stocks a great range of local and imported clothing, gifts,  jewellery and decorative goodies.
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HOW TO ENTER:

1. Visit the LoveWaterLove website and tell me, below, which swimsuit you like best.

2. For an extra entry you can either:  "Like" the Coco Li facebook page and leave a comment on the wall mentioning this competition  OR   follow Coco li on twitter and tweet the following phrase: I hope I win this pretty @Coco_Li_CT bikini giveaway over at @beingbrazen - http://bit.ly/sNyJfT

Please note: *This giveaway is only open to residents of the Western Cape * the winner will be chosen randomly *This giveaway will end on Wednesday, 09 November and the winner will be announced on Thursday, 10 November. 

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED