Handmade hair accessories review | Bowtiful Hair Accessories

Hello lovelies!

I just wanted to let you all know about these awesome handmade hair accessories.

Bowtiful Hair Accessories!  They sell on Facebook and Ebay and have a great range!

Fascinators for spring racing carnivals!

Made to order for weddings and special events!

Lots of amazing Christmas stock coming out soon!

It's run by a family friend and it would be great if you guys could support her to get started!

I assure you they are beautiful and amazingly priced!

She does adults, kids and babies.

Great for Christmas presents and perfect for spring and summer!!

Until next time :) xx

**NB: I was not asked to write this post. I was not sponsored for this post. They are actually amazing! :)

Spring Racing Outfit Ideas!

The Melbourne Spring Racing carnival is well underway so I've put together some cute outfits on Polyvore that are perfect for the occasion!

Classic but fun:

Spring Racing Carnival by jenniferrobertson featuring pink handbags

Hollywood Glamour:

Spring Racing: Classic Glamour! by jenniferrobertson featuring a silver box clutch

Modern and Flirty:

Spring Racing: Modern and flirty by jenniferrobertson featuring a mini dress

Pure Comfort:

Spring Racing: Pure comfort by jenniferrobertson featuring a food container

What are your must have's for the spring racing season?

Until next time :) xx

World Mental Health Day 2013!!

It's October 10 in Australia right now and that means it is world mental health day.

This is an annual initiative of the World Federation for Mental Health.

In Australia this year the campaign is based around the idea of people taking responsibility for their own mental health. The campaign slogan is "mental health begins with me".

It's main objectives are;
- encourage help seeking behaviour
- reduce the stigma associated with mental illness
- Foster connectivity through communities

Now, I do think the premise for this years campaign is somewhat problematic. It seems to take away from the seriousness of mental illness, by presenting it as something which can be controlled by the individual. I think the idea of taking responsibility for your own mental health can be very difficult for people already in the grips of a severe mental illness and can be very triggering for these people.

While I do not believe in taking all responsibility away from the individual, I think a campaign such as this should use less 'blaming' language. Mental illness is not your fault. It is no ones fault. Any efforts to reduce stigmatisation should make this point very clear.

People need to understand than no one chooses mental illness. It is not fun or  glamorous. People with mental illness' are not trying to seek attention. They are ill. They are struggling and because of the stigma, they would much rather keep it hidden until it eats them alive. Literally.

I think the objectives of this campaign are great. Fostering connectivity through communities, encouraging help seeking behaviour and reducing stigma are excellent and much needed goals. However, when combined with the slogan "mental health begins with me" and the notion of encouraging people to take responsibility for their own mental health, I think it has a very damaging message. It suggests that people have control over whether or not they develop a mental illness or whether or not they recover. This is not always the case. Much of the time people are too scared or too damaged to seek help because of the stigma associated with having a mental illness.

More focus needs to be given to reducing the stigma, improving education and awareness and making mental health services more accessible.

As blogger, mental health activist and father to two children suffering severe mental illness, Michael Schofield wrote "we cannot go into their minds and 'fix' them. But we can fix the world so they can live in it." (January First, Prologue)

Until next time :) xx

September Her Fashion Box!

Last week I received my very first Her Fashion Box.

Her Fashion Box is a new Australian subscription service. It costs $39.95 per month and you receive three fashion items and at least four deluxe beauty samples.

You also get the choice of three style profiles to suite your tastes: Classic, Trendy and Feminine.

There is also a smaller version, the boxette which costs $24.95 per month.

The theme of the September box was "clutch on" and I chose the feminine box.

What's inside??

1. Her Fashion Box Glamour Glimmer clutch: Gorgeous little clutch bag covered in navy blue sequins. Dark metal hardware and strap. RRP: $39.95

2. Her Fashion Box Warm Glow ID Bracelet: This was probably my favourite item in this box. It's rose gold. really chunky and very trendy at the moment. RRP: $29.95

3. Her Fashion Box Kiss From a Rose Ring: This is also gorgeous. Rose gold, adorable heart pattern with diamontes. It bends to suit different size fingers. RRP: $24.95

4. Maybelline Colour Show nail varnish in Coral Crush: Great colour for spring. RRP: $5.95

5. Maybelline Colour Show nail varnish in Blue Freeze: a navy blue polish with specks of glitter through it. RRP: $5.95

6. Designer Brands Chubby Lipstick Crayon in Kiss & Tell Red: I actually really love this colour and the formula seems really nice, which is a surprise for DB cosmetics. RRP: $7.99

7. Designer Brands Kohl eye pencil in Black: I've tried these before and actually don't like them very much so that was a little disappointing. But I guess that's kind of the point of these subscription boxes - to try different products etc. RRP: $4.99.

8. C2 Collagen firming & moisturising facial mask: I LOVE facial masks so I'm excited to try this one out soon! RRP: $29 for five masks

9. PureTAN Pure Moisture Coconut Body Creme Body Scrub (12ml sample): This smells really good and I've never heard of this brand before so I'm looking forward to trying this soon as well. It has the perfect scent for summer! RRP: $12.95 (65ml) or $27.95 (125ml)

Overall I was a little disappointed with this box. It was great value because it contained 9 products, which is really good for a subscription service however, I think it would have been better with fewer, better quality products. I'm not a huge fan of Designer Brands, who were the beauty sponsor this month.

I also don't think it was particularly feminine in nature. The navy blue clutch isn't something I would normally choose and wasn't really what I was expecting.

I am going to give it another go though, and I'm hoping it will be better next month!

If you want to sign up to get the October box you can do so here. 

Until next time :) xx

September Lust Have It FaB box!!!!

I just received my September Lust Have It Fashion and Beauty box in the mail and just had to show you all!!

I've written about Lust Have It's beauty boxes before but they have recently introduced a new subscription box, which comprises both fashion and beauty items.

It costs $35 a month and you get 5 fashion or beauty items and an exclusive tote bag delivered to your door. The September box was the introductory box and has now sold out, but you can still sign up to receive the October box here!!!

What's inside??

This month the box was sponsored by DURI and contained the following AMAZEBALLS spring fashion items!!

1. Lust Have It limited edition tote bag: This one has a pale pink, blue and green design (perfect for spring) and says "love your style". RRP: $12.95

2. FaB Aztec print scarf: Gorgeous orange, green, blue, red Aztec print, very trendy and perfect for spring and summer. RRP: $24.95

3. DURI nail enamel in 599 Call Me Maybe: This nail polish is a gorgeous neon peach colour, which will, once again be perfect for spring! RRP: $18 (15ml)

4. DURI nail enamel in 112S Pie in the Sky Green: another gorgeous spring colour - mint green. I can't wait to combine these two nail colours and create some really pretty designs! RRP: $18 (15ml)

5. FaB Tassel necklace: This is a gorgeous, long statement necklace in gold and pink. RRP: $19.95

6. FaB Mint green watch (Geneva watches): I absolutely love this watch. It's a beautiful mint green colour with rose gold hardware. So pretty!! RRP: $29.95

Overall all I am so impressed with this box and have already subscribed to continue receiving them! The items are all gorgeous and perfect for spring and it is definitely worth the $35!!! Amazing value!
I would definitely recommend this fashion and beauty box!

Until next time :) xx

**I was not sponsored for this post, I am not affiliated with any of the companies mentioned and everything was bought with my own money. 

Recently on Polyvore...

I have been getting back into Polyvore lately and have included some of my most recent sets below.

If you want to follow me on Polyvore you can do so here. 

Super Chic Living Room: 

Super chic living room by jenniferrobertson featuring wool throw pillows

Cute Beach Outfit: 

cute beach outfit by jenniferrobertson featuring a cotton mini dress

And I'm finishing Uni soon, so I've been experimenting with some professional styles.

For The Love of Money: 

For the love of money by jenniferrobertson featuring hidden platform shoes

Corporate Chic: 

Corporate Chic by jenniferrobertson featuring a heart shaped diamond ring

If you have a Polyvore account, be sure to leave a link in the comments so I can follow you :)

Until next time :) xx

Summer is coming...

... So I did a little online shopping! haha

This first order is from www.boohoo.com. 
It was my first time ordering from them and I have to say I am impressed.

The quality of the clothes is really nice. The clothes are inexpensive and fit really well.

I would recommend going a size smaller if your in between sizes as they do run a little big, which is actually a nice change :)

These are the things I got.

Tracy Chiffon and Crochet Skirt, Pink: $22.00 View

 

Imogen Feather Print Heart Back Skater Dress, Mint: $22.00 View

 

Nina Bright Zig Zag Jersey Maxi Dress: $26.00 View 

 


What are your must haves for the upcoming summer season?

Until next time :) xx

**photos courtesy of boohoo.com 

Follow me on Bloglovin'!!!!

If you have a Bloglovin account, you should really follow me!! It's a great way to keep up to date with all your favourite blogs and you can advertise your own blogs on there to get more followers of your own.

Click on the link in the side bar, or below!

http://www.bloglovin.com/jenniferrobertson1992

Until next time :) xx

It's BPD awareness month!!

So it's officially May (I know, crazy right?!?) and that means it is Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness month.

BPD is a misunderstood and stigmatised mental illness characterised by instability in relationships and sense of self, intense feelings of loneliness or abandonment, intense fear of rejection, self-harm, impulsive and dangerous behaviour, intense anger and dissociative symptoms.

Until recently it was consider largely untreatable. People diagnosed with the disorder were shunned by the general public and psychiatric/medical community.

However, recently there has been much success in treating BPD through psychotherapy and Dialectic behavioural therapy.

The statistics are pretty scary.

10% of people with BPD, who seek treatment, will kill themselves (as opposed to around 6% of people with mood disorders such as depression).

A person with BPD is 9 1/2 times more likely to kill themselves than to recover fully.

While the symptoms can be treated there is no cure.

People with BPD are also more likely to be diagnosed with secondary mental illnesses such as Bipolar disorder, Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and drug and alcohol abuse problems.

It is often difficult for family and friends of BPD sufferers to understand to what is going on. It can be challenging, frustrating and upsetting dealing with someone with BPD.

However the thing they need most is love and support. It's not easy to give your love and support to someone with BPD, at times they will push you away, tell you they hate you, insist that your hate them. They will get angry with you. They may seem like they are trying to manipulate you, but that is the illness, not the person.

With the right treatment, love and support, they can get through this. It will take time and patience but there is a light at the end of the tunnel.

It is worth sticking around for a BPD sufferer, they experience intense emotions and this gives them the ability to love more wholly and truly than others.

If someone you know has or might have BPD, give them a hug and try to understand.

If you have or might have BPD, stay strong, it will all be worth it in the end. There is hope. You can get through this.

If you would like to find out more about BPD I have compiled some good links below.

http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Borderline_personality_disorder

http://www.borderlinepersonalitydisorder.com.au

http://www.mifa.org.au/sites/www.mifa.org.au/files/documents/UnderstandingBorderlinePersonalityDisorder.pdf

Until next time :) xoxo

DIY Rainbow Crossings and the power of social media

Okay, so this post is a little different to what I usually do but I really wanted to comment on this issue as it pertains to many things I am very passionate about.

You may or may not know that until Wednesday last week there was a rainbow crossing in Sydney, showing support for GLBTIQ rights. It was a pedestrian crossing that they painted rainbow instead of the usual black and white.

Despite protests and petitions, the crossing was removed last Wednesday because it was only intended to be a temporary thing.


However, people were so upset about it's removal that they have taken matters into their own hands.

Over the weekend, DIY chalk rainbow crossings have been popping up on pavements and roads all over the country.

There is a Facebook page dedicated to the movement, which you can check out here.

It is even beginning to spread overseas now, with rainbow crossings popping up as far away as Kenya.

And most stores in Sydney sold out of chalk on Saturday as a result of the movement.

AND the movement was even featured on the Channel 7 news here in Australia!!

I just love when things like this happen.

It just goes to show how much people ordinary people have and how much social media helps them to harness that power.

I really hope this keeps going for a while longer and I hope that people begin to get the point.

We are all human. We are all the same. And we deserve the same rights.


At some point in time, somewhere over the rainbow, I believe everyone will recognise this fact.

At least I hope they will.

I hope the politicians pay attention, maybe we can even get some more rainbow crossings put up permanently.

I just get this warm and fuzzy feeling when I see how people, all over the country and the world, can join together to make a difference in a peaceful, loving and community enhancing way.

Anyway, let me know your take on the DIY rainbow crossing trend!! And if you've done your own rainbow crossing, send me a picture! I'd love to see them!

Until next time, xxx :)

NB: All photos belong to their respective owners and were taken from the Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/DIYrainbowcrossings 

Shameless Advertising | I have an Etsy Shop!!

So I recently opened an Etsy shop and I wanted to let you all know about it!

I make one-of-a-kind fashion jewellery and sell it at very affordable prices!

I am also working on some knitted projects which should be listed soon! 

If you like the look of the above items, please check out my store because I have HEAPS more items to list in the coming weeks!!

CLICK HERE!!! 

Until next time :) xx

European Adventures!!!

Sorry this post is so late but I have been super busy the last few months!!
In January this year I spent 3 weeks in Europe and the UK so I thought I would post some pictures and show you what I got up to while I was there.

I travelled around Europe for two weeks on the Topdeck Winter Wonder tour. I had an absolutely amazing time. Wonderful staff and a great group of people.

After the tour finished, I spent an extra 3 days in London doing my own thing (mostly shopping haha). The rest of the three weeks was spent in airports and on aeroplanes haha.

So here we go!

The first stop on the tour was the city of love - PARIS!

City of Lights Tour!

Day-time Sightseeing! 

Eiffel Tower!

View from the top!

The Louvre! 

Oh so Parisienne!! People in Paris like to sit facing the street so that they can watch the people and traffic go by :)

Notre Dam Cathedral! 

Snails aren't even that bad...

Cabaret Show at Lido!

Next it was onto Switzerland and our hideaway in the Swiss Alps!!

Mt Rigi!

The view from my room! 

Going down the mountain!

Lucerne! 

The Lion Monument! 

Really old Bridge of some sort of importance lol :P

Our accommodation!!

Then it was onto Italy, first stop FLORENCE!

Karaoke! 

Pretty Buildings!

View of the City!

The whole Topdeck group!! 

Next stop: ROME!

Night Tour!

Trevi Fountain!

An oh-so Roman dinner! 

Colosseum! 

Vatican City!

And then onto my favourite city, VENICE!

It was quite rainy that day!! 

Gondola ride!! 

Next it was onto the picturesque Austrian city of The Sound Of Music, SALZBURG!

Sound of music Tour!

 The best Apple Strudel in the entire world!! 

Next stop: Heidelberg, Germany!!

German Beer Hall!

The final stop on our Topdeck tour was the infamous AMSTERDAM!!

The view from the BOTEL!

Supermarket products... 

 Dam square. 

Cocktails and a chinese banquet for dinner! 

On the way from Amsterdam to the ferry port at Calais in France, we stopped at Belgian town BRUGES

Best Waffles EVER!!

After this we got the Ferry back to Dover and then a bus to London where we said our farewells and headed off!

London!!

As you can see, it was absolutely FREEZING when I was in London so I wasn't able to see as much as I would have liked. I still had an amazing time though and cannot wait to go back someday soon!!

I hope you enjoyed these pictures of my travels around Europe and London. Once again, I am so sorry it has taken me so long to update but I promise I have HEAPS of beauty, fashion and decor videos coming up.... so stay tuned for that!!

In the comments, tell me about your all-time best holiday!! 

Until next time :) xx

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