Monthly Archives: February 2013

winter sun: how to be warm

Posted on 28 February 2013 by Kate

You’d think I’d know – after growing up in Sydney and living in Singapore, Dubai, Delhi, Cameroon, Port Moresby (Papua New Guinea) and Kikai-jima (a tiny island in Japan’s Ryukyu archipelago) – what it feels like to be warm. Throw … Continue reading →

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how to make: super spicy mango chutney

Posted on 27 February 2013 by Kate

Over the past couple of weeks we’ve received mangos in our fruit and veg box. It’s the middle of winter. Go figure. Anyway, since we’ve been spending lots of time away from the house, they weren’t being eaten (shock, horror). And, … Continue reading →

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the decorating diaries: the hump

Posted on 26 February 2013 by Kate

It’s been ages since I’ve updated you on the flat sprucing, but when nothing’s been done, what’s there to report? Things began to slow down once we’d painted our new shelves and entertainment unit to the point where we could … Continue reading →

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daily style inspiration: actual boys

Posted on 25 February 2013 by Kate

I’m always talking about how men’s fashion inspires, but never post any pictures. Consider the situation rectified.

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foodie fridays #23

Posted on 22 February 2013 by Kate

‘After violent emotion most people and all boys demand food.’ Rudyard Kipling, Captains Courageous It’s been an exhausting week, but cooking is my therapy and feeding you is my wish. See the remaining pretty pictures after the jump.

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daily style inspiration: any brogue won’t do

Posted on 21 February 2013 by Kate

I bought my first pair of brogues in my teens. They were made for men because back then the gals preferred Mary Janes. I wore them (black, plain, too wide for my feet) with a pair of white scrunched down … Continue reading →

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spring moods: feeling floral

Posted on 20 February 2013 by Kate

‘Florals? For spring? Ground breaking.’ Mirada Priestly, The Devil Wears Prada ‘Whatever.’ Cher, Clueless ‘I’m a big fan of beautiful blooms.’ Kate McAuley, i am not a celebrity Here are some of my favourite pieces for spring.

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daily style inspiration: spring layers

Posted on 18 February 2013 by Kate

It’s that time of the year. The weather is confused, which makes deciding what to wear a little challenging. Layers are the answer. Boots and shirts and jumpers, oh my. More style inspiration here and here. See all Daily Style posts here.

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sunday moods: a hint of spring

Posted on 17 February 2013 by Kate

The days are getting longer, the mercury’s on the rise and the AW13 shows are here. And suddenly everything feels lighter… There are more beautiful pictures after the jump.

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foodie fridays #22

Posted on 15 February 2013 by Kate

‘There is no love sincerer than the love of food.’ Right on, George Bernard Shaw. L’amour is, like, so on trend this week. Hearts (and pastels and pineapples) are a go. PS. I’m off to cook one-on-one with Master Chef’s … Continue reading →

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