Fashion Tips for Spring Racing

The time has come again to celebrate the Spring Racing Carnival. Whether you are in Melbourne, Sydney or any other city, there are many ways to get involved in Spring Racing Fever. Here are a few tips to keep you up to date with fashion this Spring Racing

 

1. Hats are back, fascinators are fading. Classis style milliner hats and berets are back this racing season. Invest in a good classic style that can be worn with many different outfits.
2. Try to match your hat with your shoes, and splash up your outfit with a bright coloured clutch.
3. For guys, slim fitting suits, James Bond style are the thing to wear this Racing season. Accessorize this with a funky skinny tie.
4. Back and white for Darby Day!
5. Short, cocktail length dresses are the go. Try and keep the maxi for the beach!

Check out some great Spring Racing invites here and get into Spring Racing fever!

Spring Dip Recipe Idea

Are you looking for an easy and appetizing spring dip to impress your guests, then look no further. This dip is perfect for spring dinner parties and lunches and is great accompanied with corn chips and a mixture of fresh veggies such as carrot stick, snow peas, broccoli and celery.

* Mix equal amounts of light sour cream and whole egg mayonnaise together in a medium sized bowl. Mix in 1 packet of potato and leek soup mix to taste. Add a bit of parsley and a bit of milk to thin it out if necessary. Place on a platter with crackers, veggies or corn chips… It is just delicious.

Darling Harbour Festival

Yes, it is that time again when Darling Harbour sizzles with the hottest Latin dance and music festival. Now in its 17th year, discover the passion of the annual Darling Harbour Fiesta on this October long weekend.

Why not invite a friend along using one of our great new Spring Invites from myinvites.com. From the 3-6th of October there will be 70 free performances including, dancers, bands and singers shaking their stuff against the spectacular harbour background. Learn to salsa, watch the Friday night fireworks or just enjoy the traditional and contemporary grooves of South America, Spain and Australia. In the mood for some Fiesta fare? Taste some Latin American and Spanish food in Tumbalong Park including paella, tapas, empanadas and South American coffees.

For more information go to www.darlingharbour.com .

 

Top Dog friendly Parks

With spring upon us and the kids about to break for the term, what better way to get outside, get active and keep the kids busy, then to take your canine friend to a dog friendly park. These parks are designed with dogs in mind and allow your pooch to roam around free in the designated off leash areas.

1. Leichhardt, Hawthorne Canal Reserve.
This is home to the now famous Café Bones, where you can get human food along with a “puppacino” for your precious pup! They also host weekly parties for your pooh to help celebrate their special day.
2. St Peter’s, Sydney Park.
Here the hills are plentiful; your pooch will love running up and down. There are many paths that provide wonderful bike riding tracks as well.
3. Mosman, Sirius Cove.
Dogs are allowed on the sand and there are playgrounds for the kids and BBQs for the big kids.
4. Coledale, Sharkeys Beach .
A great stretch of beach where dogs can frolic in the waves and dig in the sand.
5. Broadway, Victoria Park.
This park allows off leash activity between 6pm-9am.

Your local council website can also assist you with other dog friendly venues in your area.

 

Plan a Girl’s Night In and Help Defeat Women’s Cancer!

October is a great opportunity to organise a fun get-together with your girlfriends – all for a good cause. By hosting a Girls’ Night In, not only will you will get to enjoy the company of your favourite females, but you will collectively be raising funds to help fight cancer.

The concept is simple: Have a great night in, and donate the money you would have spent on a night out to the Cancer Council.

The timing can be flexible – just secure a weekend in October, and lock everyone in. And the size and scope of the event is up to you – whether it be a smaller group for an intimate dinner party, or a knees-up on a larger scale.

Some simple tips are as follows:
• Pre-prepare food, and ask friends to bring a plate (and a bottle!)
• Ensure your friends know that they need to donate on the night, so they have their money with them
• A good collection of chick anthems always go down a treat, and Singstar can be a fun ice-breaker
• Make sure you give your bloke a pass out, so that he can plan to be out of the house on the night
• Click here to create and send fabulous online Girls’ Night In invitations

For more information, or to register with the Cancer Council, click here

Five reasons to head to your local markets this weekend!

1. Get into the community spirit – support local suppliers & talent
2. Go green – buy organic, local produce
3. Fill the house with glorious spring flowers
4. Sample the home-made wares of talented foodies
5. Enjoy some fresh air whilst hunting for a bargain

Invite a friend to explore the markets this weekend