Relaxed long weekend & our favourite nuts

We just had a long weekend and we (Mr N & I), went to our fav little hill station in the Gold Coast hinterlands, called Tamborine Mountains. 

We first discovered this locale accidentally, when we were driving back from the Coast to Brisbane and it was our first road trip in Australia, so of course we "re-routed" quite a few times, but every time we took a wrong turn, we ended up discovering a new location, kinda like all those great explorers eh, who always landed up at the wrong place and made the most of it..lol. 

Anyways.....I have never been to Europe, so my idea of how Europe might be comes from Tamborine Mountains. The temperature is always a few degrees lower than the city, it gets cold and misty and absolutely romantic in winters, and it reminds me of the hill stations in India (minus the pollution & population haha). It has everything a girl needs, shopping for cute antiques, chocolate & coffee heaven and last but not the least wineries. 

Yesterday was no different, here are some pictures that might help you envision this, not so famous tourist attraction. 

The clouds just covered the city view- you can see Gold Coast sky line from here  

Frosty Winery

Here is what I wore
Esprit Sweatshirt Top/ Black Leggings/ Tan Faux Leather Shoes
Fossil Mint Green Bag/ Blue Scarf with Sequin from Jacqui 

And as you can see it was foggy, misty and yet sunny. Just the right amount of cold to enjoy some coffee and macadamia nuts from this Fudge Heaven  

They are our fav and the lady at the shop said she cant make enough of these, they are always running low as they are very popular. 

Other than that it was a very chill weekend, we watched a few movies and ate (a lot) and pretty much got re-energised for the work week ahead. 

Hope you all had a nice relaxing weekend and a good start to your week. 

Chin Chin 

Winter Shopping

Its starting to get cooler down under. I love winters and everything about it...winter clothes, food and drinks. So by now you might have guessed I dont need a reason to shop and I always shop for a reason..lol. These items were purchased on various occasions in preparation of the cold weather. So listing a few of my favorite brands and closet essentials.

Vero Moda
I always buy my jeans from Vero Moda. Actually lately I have been buying most of the things from this brand. Their jeans just fit me so well, I am a size 30 or 31 and their skinnies fit me perfectly.
I was not well earlier this year and this purchase was a back to home gift to myself. I seriously needed some retail therapy.. ;) and also needed a pair of black jeans.
Oh and liked the pink top so got that one too. You can wear it off shoulder or just like a normal top. I had been eyeing it for a very long time on the website, and when I was buying my jeans, it was almost 70% less and they had it in my size (L), so added it to the basket as well. I could have gone with a M, but I like these tops to be loose, this way you can dress them up or down.

The blue jeans and top were purchased separately and I think it was also a reward for something, as I had had a rough week and this made me happy. :) Except the white jumper, all the other items are awesome. I should have sized up with this jumper or looked around some more before getting this. I love white/grey loose fit sweaters/sweatshirts to throw over a pair of jeans or leggings with some boots during winter. 

Price:

Black Jeans- $31 down from $55
Pink Jumper- $18.50 down from $32

Blue jeans- $39 down from $55

White Jumper- $24

Esprit

We were out shopping for Mr N and I tried this on while waiting for him to finish. He saw it and said you need to get it, so I did. :)
When we went to pay it was down to almost 70% of retail price. It was my lucky day I must say. Its a stylish, comfy and very rich feeling sweater dress/top. I wore this one on his birthday last month and it looks really good. 

Price: $12 down from $99 

Top Shop

We got our first Top Shop last year in my town. I was planning on checking it out but never dared to go in , as I always thought its way over priced (well everything is over priced here in Australia :/ ).

So when they had a 50% sale I peeked in. The sale was incredible, but since I wasnt planning on buying anything I didnt get too many things, except this winter dress. After I came home I realised it was maternity wear.. LOL...but it fits well and was only $20.

Also picked up a pair of pink over the booties socks with a lace frill. Have been wanting a pair of these for a long time, but wasn't sure if I would be able to carry them. So when these were for only $3, I thought i would give it a try. I haven't worn them yet, but will post a pick on how I style them, once the weather gets cooler.

Price:

Dress: $20 down from $119

Socks: $3 

So that was my winter shopping over the last 3-4 months. As you can tell I only shop deals and never pay or like to pay full price, unless I know something is worth that price or I really like it. Now only if the mercury can drop a little bit more so I can break into these clothes. 

Hope you are enjoying and having good weather where ever you are!

Cheers
Nev