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To that end—and because sometimes you just don’t want to think that hard—here are 3 ways I wear my black shirtdress

The Shirtdress Has Effortless Appeal But We Had To Go A Little Extra

The shirtdress is a classic and should be an essential part of every wardrobe. I know that white shirtdresses are the hot sellers, especially when they come in crisp cotton for a look that feels effortless. But for me, nothing beats a black shirtdress. The look can be relaxed when worn loose, or two sizes...

The 7 Top Travel Must Haves I Recommend The Most

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Each summer I find myself chasing the sun, either on some picturesque Mediterranean island or sailing along a breath-taking coastline idling my days away. So as to not break with tradition, I made my way down to Castellaneta in South Italy for our annual family village-2 week vacation. My next statement may shock you hearing...

A Community That Puts Collaboration Over Competition With Free Resources At Your Fingertips

A Community That Puts Collaboration Over Competiton

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I’m writing to you today with a cup of hot chocolate in hand and with the news that one of our big dreams for Forward Forty will finally get off the ground this week. You see for the past few months, Mary, Camille and I have been toying with the idea of ways we could…

Mushroom Matar is an easy vege Indian dish

Easy Indian Vege Cooking – Mushroom Matar

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Anybody else loves Indian food? I’d be the first to raise my hands, not just because of all the fragrant spices required when cooking it but also because it is naturally vegan-friendly. Indian cuisine is one of the few in the world that does not compromise on taste just because there is no cream, cheese...

The Jumpsuit – The One Piece Fashion Staple Every Woman Should Own

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Sure a great LBD wins every time you want to get dressed in a pinch but still look effortlessly styled. But for me, nothing hits it out of the park quite like a jumpsuit, a one-piece timeless staple that allows me to pull a chic look together in less than 10 minutes. The jumpsuit may be on...

Sure, selfies are fun, they promote self love and confidence, but when the aim is to get a killer shot of ourselves against a beauty of a background and in the process disrespect a country, damage its artefacts or even cause self-harm the question must be asked: Is it worth it? I think we already know what the answer should be.

The Rise In Selfie Deaths Is A Thing; No Picture Should Ever Be Worth It

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While my blog captures my intense love affair with all things travel related. It is in my photographs that I'm able to express and share the passion and beauty of the destinations I visit. My photography arsenal usually includes two cameras and a cell phone at the very least and I'm constantly in pursuit of capturing...

Your comfort zone can hold you back. Here is how to break fress.

A Step Outside Your Comfort Zone

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ARE YOU READY!? For a brand new week, that is. Honestly, this has been the first free weekend I’ve had in a couple of months. My body (my brain too!) has been demanding a break and I spent most of the last couple of days on my couch with a book in one hand and the...

Veggies Burger Served With Pineapple Salsa

This Is The Best Veggie Burger Ever, Served With A Pineapple Twist

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Where should I begin with this burger? With the fact that it is really moist and delicious or that one of the best things about the recipe is that all the ingredients can be placed together in a mixing bowl without first having to sauté anything, making it the easiest burger you’ll ever make. In the...

10 Easy Ways To Organise Your Bag

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Aside from the fact that your handbag is probably your biggest investment – I mean splurge – it’s also a bonafide catchpot for everything important in life – money, bills, makeup, tech, wine bottles, tampons, shoes and, dare I say it…more? Why not keep it clean?

This Ancient Superfood Can Help Boost Your Memory, Energy, and Sex Drive

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Once upon a time, when grocery stores were stocked with ingredients we could actually pronounce, there were just two types of foods – good food and bad food. Now, thanks to the food industry’s zealous mission to name, collect, and commercialise speciality substances (aka ‘superfoods‘) from the remotest corners of the world, we’re bombarded by a flock of...

How To Live Life On Your Own Terms