Missy has graduated from puppy preschool

Yay! Missy has graduated from puppy preschool! She got a certifcate and a ball toy. i am so proud of her!

Miss Beckz

this is what you need for a hot summers day

These are some items that you must have on a hot summers day like today (although it is not summer)



Miss Beckz

Cardigan's for this coming Winter...

Hey all

Now that I have discovered this cool new website, I can finally add some pictures of hot clothes to my blog. My previous Fashion Friday blog I wrote about what is in fashion for this winter. I mentioned that the one thing that will really be in style is the elongated cardigan. So as I promised (even though I don't have a camera) I have added some pictures. Enjoy



Miss Beckz

look what I did!

Hey check it out! Look what I created on this cool website called Polyvore.



Miss Beckz

Fashion Friday- whats cool for this winter.....

Hey all

and welcome to the second week of Fashion Friday. This Friday is all about the new styles that are in for this winter.

* Chunkier high heels

* big, chunky knitted scarves are in (Country Road have heaps)

* Chunky knits- such as a long, length cardigan (checkout Country Road- they have a light grey long knitted cardigan for just over $100)

* Leather- it can be in the form of a jacket or even a skirt

* Blazers- yes the private school look in finally in fashion- look bold! (check out Dotti)

* Tights (black or navy this year)

* Bangles are the hot accessory for 2008 (try Diva or even Sportsgirl)

* Boots over skinny legs are still the hot trend

* Also with shoes it seems the little booties are in fashion, taking over the ankle boots glory (check out Shoobiz)

* and finally a knitted beanie!

These are just 'some' of the items in fashion this winter. But the one thing that is going to go off is the chunky, knitted cardigan. I am definitely going to get one for myself.

Miss Beckz

(sorry for the lack of photos- mum has my camera)

* next week for fashion Friday i shall over go the hottest trends for this autumn

L'Oreal Fashion Week!!

Hey Everyone


On Monday night my best friend Karen and I went to the first night of the L'Oreal Fashion Show runway. We had such a fun time. We took the tram into the city and made our way to the place. We received so much free stuff. While lining up we got given free cookies and cream ice- cream. It was so yummy! We finally made it inside the building and were blown away by the set out. Photographers were everywhere, famous people everywhere and loads of women and men dressed to impress.

We found our seat and were greeted by more free stuff!! A free magazine, booklet and a Fashion Week fan. Yes a fan to cool yourself down. Finally after a 30 minute wait, the show began. And what a show! The music, the lights, the models, THE CLOTHES & THE SHOES! It was seriously heaven. We had so much fun, too bad the show only went for 30 minutes. I was having the time of my life. I felt so VIPish. HaHa. But seriously i do recommended all to go see a fashion show once in your life. It is a time to dress up and be blown away from the best fashion.

Here are some photos from the night:

This is the dress i wore on the night! I am wearing Portmans! HaHa.



This photo is what the shed (or building) looked liked from the outside.



Karen and I waiting outside to get in! It was such a beautiful day!



I know what you have been waiting for, pictures of the clothes and shoes;

How fabulous are these shoes?









And the lucky last photo is......





I had so much and got some half decent photos. i really need to practice taking photos of models walking past me.

Miss Beckz

xxoo

Things I Love Thursday

Hello Everyone,

and welcome to the second week of Things I Love Thursday (thanks to Gala)

* Paramore's album RIOT!- this album is really a piece of art. i love it so much. it is constantly on repeat on my ipod and in my car. it is full on angry girls music. the lead singer Haley is my new idol, however Gwen Stefani will always remain my number one idol.

* Back to University- as much as i hate going to Uni, i am actually glad i am back. no more full time shifts at my two jobs. i can sleep in and have my late nights. my brain feels like it is working again with all the assignments and readings due. the only thing missing is my money! but thats student life for you.

* wireless internet- ever since i have gotten wireless internet my lap top is barely off. i am up to date with my emails, blogs and even my uni work because now all i have to do is turn on my lap top and the world wide web is there in front of me.

* my friends- i am talking to my friend about guys and relationships. we both have the same view: they suck! and it has made me realise how lucky i am to have great friends. friends that i can sit around and spill all my problems. instead of sighing, they are actually attentive and want to help me. i am very grateful for the small, but close group of friends. i love them.

* Jimmy Bartel- yes the Brownlow Medal winner. i met him at the motor show on last saturday, and i think i am in love!

i think that is about it for the moment. this week has been hectic with Uni and work so i havent had a lot of time to really think of what i love at the moment.

miss beckz

xxoo

Paramore's album- RIOT! rocks!!!

if you love angry girl music or a decent rock band I seriously recommend the band Paramore! I brought their album RIOT! today from JB HIFI and I haven't stopped listening to it. I love the popular single "Misery Business". It is always on repeat in my car and the volume is seriously turned up! It is such an angry girls song, which I love! The lead singer is Haley and she is my new idol (Gwen Stefani will always be my idol though). She is 19 years old and is the only person I know that can pull off red/ orange hair! Their music is rock and I hate to say it (please don't be turned off by it) but it is slightly similar to Avril Lavigne- but so much BETTER! Haley can actually sing! The only similarity to Avril is Haley's voice. It sounds the same but better of course. But if you love the in your face, chick singing and rock music you have to buy their album! You gotta listen to Misery Business if you want a sneak preview.

Miss Beckz

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Dos & Don'ts on the first date....

Hello Everyone

Welcome to my very first “Special Feature Sunday”. It is basically similar to my long blogs I always used to write, however it will be only be posted on Sundays. Today’s topic is all about ‘First Dates’. My friend who shall remain anonymous went on a first date with a guy only a few nights ago. She spoke to me a few hours before going on her first date and was completely stressing out.

She had been sitting in her bedroom fully dressed, make up and all still waiting for the guy to come pick her. The thing that was making her freak out was the fact they he hadn’t organised a time or place for this first date, nor did he have her home address to come pick her up. I am completely serious. She had to message him to ask him what was happening that night only a few hours before hand. He told her he would message her before he leaves to give her 15 minutes to get ready. 15 minutes! Who can possibly get ready in 15 minutes? Especially for a first date!

Because remember- a first date is all about first impressions. And obviously this guy doesn’t really care about the impression he was making! I told my little anonymous friend that if he doesn’t turn up by 9pm to completely give up on him and go out for a night on the town with the girls! The plan was for them to go out for dinner then a movie! She was starving in her bedroom still waiting for him. There is definitely no time for a dinner and maybe some time for a quick flick! I don’t know if they actually ended up going on their first date, but for the sake of her I hope it went well.

So when it comes to the dreaded ‘first date’, what are the things you shouldn’t do?

Well number one is pretty obvious.

1. Don’t be lazy and leave the organisation of the night a few hours before hand. Organise a time, place and a pick up address the day before the night so you can both work out travel times and ‘getting ready’ times.

2. Don’t over dress. Keep it natural but classy at the same time. Put effort into what you wear but don’t make it as if you are self conscious. In other words don’t pack on the make up. If you have a pimple who cares. If he really likes you, he would like you warts and all.

3. I am sorry for being old fashion, but I believe the guy should pay for the bill. If you are funny with that idea, be polite and split the bill. However Kris mentions that if the guy asks the girl out on a date he should pay; if the girl asks the guy she should pay.

4. Don’t mention the ex boyfriend! There is no need to bring up the past when you are face to face with your possible future.

5. Don’t order spaghetti! It is a mess to eat and will make you look like you can’t eat to save your life. And don’t order a salad. Come on people it is not a meal and makes you look like you are worried about your weight!

6. Don’t over drink! Have a few drinks to loosen up but don’t let yourself get to the stage where you can’t control your behaviour or what you say.

7. Coming upstairs for coffee (or muffin or cookie- Kris!!!) is basically code for sex. I mean seriously who drinks coffee at 1 am in the morning? So if you want to ruin your chances of a relationship with this person (Kris however disagrees), please don’t hesitate to make your way upstairs for an espresso or a long black.

8. Don’t force the goodnight kiss at the front door. Make sure the kiss is 50/50 to avoid rejection and embarrassment.

9. Don’t spend the whole night talking about yourself, even though you really want too. Listen intently to the other person and ask questions.

10. Don’t message or talk on a mobile phone (thanks Kris!)


So there you have it, ten of the “Do’s and Don’ts” on the first date. I came up with a pretty good list even though I haven’t been on a first date.

I would also like to mention 2 concepts that I believe are important regarding the first date.

The Three Day Wait

Everyone knows about the “three day wait” (it varies with different guys- Kris follows the 2 day wait). It basically refers to the amount of time you should wait until you message to call the other person after the first date. I know it is horrible but girls actually wait days for a phone call or message from a guy!

I told my anonymous friend to wait 3 days, if the guy doesn’t contact her within those three days; it is time to say thank you and goodbye. It is not worth your time and emotion sitting around waiting for a “thanks for a great night, want to catch up again?” message from a guy. If, however, you receive a message that night or even the morning after that may be considered a bit too keen, which you can always interpret yourself.

But the rule here is- wait three days for a call or message.
The other concept is the Emergency Phone Call.

This is a little trick girls do when they are stuck in a horrible first date and need a way out. Basically you need a really reliable friend to assist you in this one. When you are stuck in the worst first date imaginable, make an excuse to go to the bathroom. When you are in the bathroom make a prank phone call or message to your friend.

This is a way of telling your friend that you are in trouble and need help to get out of your first date. Of course you should plan this before hand and tell your friend that you may prank call her or message her at any time during the night to help save you. Your friend waits 10 or 15 minutes, she then calls you while you are still sitting face to face with your nightmare.

When you answer your phone you are greeted by a crying friend who had just broken up with her boyfriend or has any other emotional issue. You sound concerned on the phone and tell her you will see her immediately. The next thing you do is bring out the actress within you and tell your date that you must get home to comfort your heart broken friend. Because remember friends always come first! It is the perfect plan to get out of the worst first dates ever.

To ensure a clean getaway you need to make sure there are no hiccups and that you can not possibly get caught out! It requires a very well planned out plan.

So there you have it, a brilliant blog all about the Dos and Don’ts of the First Date. It is one of the most dreaded but exciting times of your life. It can go great or fall to pieces right in front of you. If it does go the way you didn’t plan it, don’t stress. Obviously it wasn’t meant to be. Lift your head up and continue on your journey to finding the one.

Good Luck

Miss Beckz

Xx00

“Because everything looks prettier in pink!”

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Yes I did meet Jimmy Bartel....

Can you believe it? I actually met Jimmy Bartel (Geelong football player). It was at the Motor Show yesterday and this guy comes up to us and told us to wait in line to meet Jimmy Bartel! My cousin (pictured) had no diea who he was, but I sure did! I have a poster of him on my bedroom wall after he won the Brownlow Medal. I don't barrack for Geelong, in fact I barrack for the good old Bombers, but he is such a great footballer and is easy on the eye (so good looking in real life!). It was a great pleasure to meet a fantastic footballer! I felt like the room was in a blur, but it was worth it! Iwas excited throughout the whole entire day! After signing autographs, Jimmy Bartel spent the day walking around the motor show by himself. My cousin kept screaming out "Kylie theres the footballer you want to marry!". And he was right. There was Jimmy Bartel looking at the Lamborghinis! I could have gone up to him and gone all girlie again, but you gotta leave a guy alone when they are admiring such a beautiful car. Overall it was such an exciting day. I got a photo with Jimmy Bartel and his signature on a poster of the best car in the world- Ford. What a day to remember!

Miss Beckz (who wishes she was married to Jimmy Bartel- oh so hot!)