Lifestyle – Page 5 – The Blonde Silhouette

Chester Street Treats #MarcsStreetView

Marcs Silk Rose Print Dress, Elle Louise Gold Triangle Crystal Pendant, Elle Louise Cross-over Stone Choker, Royal Aquamarine Kelly Sunglasses, Michael Kors Handbag (similar style here), Wittner Heels (similar style here), Swarovski Earrings (similar style here).

Days off call for sweet treats and delicious things, as we all need a little reward after the working week! As for my little sweet tooth, there’s one particular hotspot I visit to get my sugar fix – Chester Street Bakery. Located off James Street Precinct, the award winning dessert parlour is lined with cake cabinets, displaying the most decadent desserts. From a rich Nutella Pavlova, to a deliciously nutty Chocolate & Pretzel Peanut Butter Brownie, Chester Street Bakery is a delectable haven, perfect for a sneaky snack or an after dinner treat. As a busy gal on the go, I sipped on a classic Strawberry Milkshake, the perfect remedy for a scorching hot day!

My little adventure gave me the perfect opportunity to test out the NEW #MarcsStreetView platform, which allows you to snap, share and navigate your city’s most stylish hotspots, available to Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. As one of the Brisbane contributors, you too can visit my favourite hangouts where I indulge in (and snap) my favourite cuisine, by checking out my profile on #MarcsStreetView! For those interstate readers, see where other Australian Bloggers are checking into, by clicking here! Find out how you can put your lifestyle on the map by clicking here!

Shakes for days with @erinsmithphoto

Of course, this trendy hotspot calls for an outfit to match, so I’m styling a beautiful silk, mosaic rose print shift, as part of Marcs’ summer collection. It seems I’m totally coordinating my accessories with my milkshake, opting for pink, pink, pink! What can I say – it’s my signature colour!

Time to dash off for the weekend! Don’t forget to check out Marcs Street View platform, follow @marcs_clothing and the trending hashtag #MarcsStreetView. See you on the map!

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Photography by Erin Smith Photography

Stefan, Summer Totes & Sunsets!

Lulu & Rose Fine Line Printed Culotte, Lulu & Rose Genoa Inverted Hem Top, Stefan Xmas Bag, Rubi Shoes Jamieson Lace Up Heels, Royal Aquamarine Hepburn Sunglasses, Pandora Aquamarine Birthstone Ring, Pandora Rock Crystal Birthstone Ring, Pandora Garnet Birthstone Ring, Pandora Carnelian Birthstone Ring, Thomas Sabo Key Pendant (similar style here).

It’s so easy to style a chic ensemble when you are working with a monochromatic colour palette. Lately I’ve been drawn to pieces that feature a black on white print, as they create a light and airy aesthetic. So naturally these high waisted, striped culottes have been on high rotation. Did I mention the vertical stripe creates the illusion of longer legs? #instantpins for the win! Teaming with an asymmetrical top in the same tonal colour, I’m vibing effortless with relaxed structure, lightweight and breathable fabrics and killer accessories.

Speaking of killer accessories, I have been gifted the perfect tote for summer thanks to Stefan. With a two tone design and generous size, this bag is housing all my must-haves for summer – makeup, sunscreen, bikini and beach towel (for beach trips) and my current read (The Carrie Diaries). This fab tote is part of a Stefan Xmas Special, where you can fill it up with your favourite haircare products and take 50% off the total! Celebrate a season of healthy locks and fab hair by visiting your closest Stefan or shop online by clicking here!

Now that I’m finished my christmas shopping, I’m taking some much needed down time, starting with a walk on the water front, followed by a casual dinner date with the girls. Since I’m taking in the sunset and salty air I thought it best to pop in my DAILIES TOTAL1 Water Gradient Disposable Contact Lenses for a little extra support this afternoon/evening. Allowing for longer wear, these lenses keep my eyes hydrated and itch free, giving me #morecontacttime from day to night! Curious to test out these lenses? Make sure you pop into your closest optometrist to discuss your trial, or visit morecontactime.com for more deets!

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#MORECONTACTTIME at Powerhouse Theatre

If you haven’t already guessed, I’m a big fan of the dramatic arts and find any excuse to attend the theatre and watch the seasonal musicals, plays, live music acts or anything of creative nature. Just this week I was lucky enough to score a ticket to the opening of Queensland Theatre Company and The Good Room’s I Want To Know What Love Is; a fragmented journey of love and heartache, told through secret confessions and anonymous stories. Having heard much positive review of this production after it’s 2014 debut in the Brisbane Festival Program, I was excited to hear it was returning to the stage of the iconic Powerhouse Theatre.

As I entered the rustic power station turned performing arts venue, I was greeted by an array of Love Tags lining the staircase, filled with raw human emotion, funny anecdotes and tributes to loved ones. If I had a little more time up my sleeve I might have left my own transcription, however I had reservations for a pre show dinner with a girlfriend.

Sitting along the river, watching the sunset and indulging in some Salt and Pepper Squid, offers a lovely start to the evening, especially when your eyes are feeling hydrated and itch free, courtesy of DAILIES TOTAL1 Water Gradient Contact Lenses. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, the comfort brought about by these silky, breathable lenses are comparable to none. Perfect for long-lasting wear, I’m reminded how amazing it feels not to have heavy frames sliding down my nose and ruining my makeup game. Let’s just say I’ve been converted to a frames free lifestyle! If you too want to experience a pair of these lenses, then visit your local optometrist for a trial, or visit morecontacttime.com and enter the online competition to WIN 5 Nights Sailing in The Whitsundays. Now that’s what I call a summer holiday!

As for the production, it was quite spectacular – containing some very humorous moments, a wonderful display of rose petals, relatable tales of love and breakups and a heartfelt cover of Lana Del Ray’s Young and Beautiful. Here’s a little snapshot from the performance, sourced from the Brisbane Powerhouse website.

#MoreContactTime at Les Miserables OZ

If you’ve been following the gram, you’ll notice I was at the theatre last week to see Les Miserables for the second time in Brisbane. While I was lucky enough to attend the opening night, seated in the front row (next to Luke Kennedy no less), my second viewing would take place from the middle of the theatre seating. This gave me the perfect opportunity to test my DAILIES TOTAL1 contact lenses and get #morecontacttime out of the performance.

Somewhere between Javert’s hunt for Jean Valjean, I forgot I was even wearing my new contact lenses – that is how comfortable they are. I happily watched (singing along quietly), thinking how I never have to worry about itchy eyes or scratchy surfaces, two concerns I have previously had whilst wearing other lenses. Giving me guaranteed comfort for 3 hours, 2 acts, 1 interval and a french revolution later, I walked out of QPAC buzzing and singing the Les Mis score like a 1 woman act. Of course, I would have to make some costume changes, as Valjean’s convict #ootd just doesn’t resonate with my ladylike image.

After returning home and de-glamourising, I simply popped out my lenses and threw them away. That’s the beauty of these disposable contact lenses, they don’t cater for fuss! If you’d like to get your hands on some of these DAILIES TOTAL1 Water Gradient Disposable Lenses, then I would recommend visiting your local optometrist for a trial or check out www.morecontacttime.com for more info. Don’t forget to follow the #morecontacttime to see what the other bloggers are up to on their trial.

As for Les Miserables it’s well worth a squiz, so visit the QPAC website and book your tickets asap! For now, here’s a little #sneekpeek of the talent that awaits you x