Of course, I did my fair share of shopping in Australia, too. And often I managed to do it without really trying to, as was the case when I discovered The Academy Brand in Bondi. I stumbled upon their flagship store while cutting through Gould Street on my way from breakfast to the beach. It proved a detour well worth taking. (more…)

The other day we did the coastal walk from Bondi to Coogee. The beaches are beautiful and some of the views of the ocean from atop the cliffs are truly breathtaking. The kind of thing you never forget seeing. But at the end of the day I was left with another image in my head I just couldn't ignore. Walking down the front at Bronte beach I saw a guy wearing [...]

A very Happy New Year to all of you! We know we're a bit late in wishing you that, but we've been seriously busy researching the best beach in Australia. Considering just how many beautiful beaches there are, it isn't really surprising that they know how to do bathers properly here. New swimwear was always on my shopping list for this holiday. I considered [...]

I was thrilled to be asked to write about my five favourite things for the website Fünf Dinge, so of course I said yes immediately. Selecting just five things though, that took a little longer. One thing that was always going to be on the list was this: my sewing machine. You can read more about why and see the other four things I picked here. The story [...]

I don't know anyone that has just a couple of checked shirts, who wears them only occasionally. When it comes to plaid, it seems that you either are that kind of person or you aren't. And I most definitely am. I never really go shopping for them, I just see them when I'm out and once one catches my eye, I buy it despite the fact I already have a closet full [...]