The Perth-ect Valentines Day Gift ideas for the Girl in Perth

Boys, are you looking for the Perth-ect Valentines Day Gift that:

·                     will not break the bank

·                     will score 100s of Man Points

·                     will not be misinterpreted

·                     will not cause offense

·                     will keep on giving

Well, Shopnfriends has the Perth-ect Valentines Gift ideas for your Perth Girl.

Firstly, does your Perth Girl love watching those style programmes on the TV that transforms an old haggard trout into a goddess of beauty?

Would you like to purchase this type of Valentines Day Gift for your Perth Girl, BUT do not want to spend an arm and a leg and worst still, do not want her to take it the wrong way and get very much offended!!

Here at the Shopnfriends Style House you can purchase an Image Colour Consultation.  An Image Colour Consultation is the first step towards personal style, but it is the Perth‑ect Valentines Day Gift idea with a subtle approach.  She won’t be offended because you are not implying in any shape or form that she is fat or dresses daggy.  Instead you are giving her the opportunity to enhance her image with amazing colours that suit her very own individual complexion, hair and eyes.

She will love you for it.  She will learn so much about which colours make her look great and which ones to avoid.  And, she will have this information for life (unlike a haircut or manicure that has to be re-done after a couple of weeks).  There are many more advantages to an Image Colour Consultation but too long to list (you’ll get bored reading them all).

You will score hundreds of Man Points with this Valentines Day gift.  She will definitely have trouble topping it for you.

And, if you are really clever you can double your Man Points.  When she comes home absolutely ecstatic with the Image Colour Consultation you can subtly say to her.  “Well, if you really enjoyed the Colour Consultation, perhaps you would like me to book you a Personal Style Consultation for your birthday/mothers day/Christmas present”.  Double Man Score points will be coming your way, and you would not have offended her in any shape or form.  And you haven’t got the problem of trying to figure out what to buy her next.  You clever thing.

I know this will work, because I have the upper hand of being a woman myself.

So, what are you waiting for, give her a Shopnfriends’ Valentines Gift Voucher for a Personal Image Colour Consultation.  Then just lie back and reap the rewards.

Simply call the Shopnfriends Style House on 9300 9804

You can pay over the phone and we will send the voucher out in a plain envelope.

Set for a gorgeous summer afternoon on January 29th 2012, you'll have jam-packed afternoon, full of Fashion and Fun!

Run by Shopnfriends Personal Stylists and Personal Shoppers, you will be sure to be impressed by the Fashion Parades, and many fashion and beauty stalls for you to browse.

Some of the stalls include:

• Psychic Readings
• Graceful Healing with Dr Joanne Samer
• Ultimate Body Wraps
• Indulge Clothing
• Little White T-shirt Company
• BellyDance Central
• Arbonne Skincare
• The Pink Book Club
• Nu Skin
• Intimo Lingerie
• Elegantly Unique Accessories
• Flaschengeist
• Emily's Beauty - Shellac Specialist
• Sharon Manning Photography
• TKS Lashes
• and more!

Plus entertainment, and prizes and give aways just for being there!

Now we have timed this event, so you can get away with the girls on a balmy summer afternoon, all you have to do is get your tickets.

Now as a special treat, buy 2 tickets and we will give you a third ticket for FREE!

Tickets are just $25,  and get be pucrhased by calling 9300 9804 or clicking here to buy online

So don't sit at home on Sunday January  29th, come along to the Joondalup Reception Centre, and join us for a fabulous afternoon!

Please call the Style House on 9300 9804 if you have any questions or would like to purchase tickets.

Shopnfriends has created a comfortable relaxed place where you can come in and let us help you with your dressing dramas.

At the Style House, you can;

• Learn about Style & Colour
• Book yourself in with a Personal Shopper
• Get your hair and Makeup update
• Treat yourself to Shellac manicure or pedicure
• Enjoy a selection or relaxing facials or a massage
• Join us for a High Tea with friends
• Book in for a Full- Day Makeover (QSM)

(bookings required)

Or simply come and browse our Fashion Boutique where you will find the latest Fashion and Accessories.

(no booking required to browse Boutique)

And the best bit - we have an on duty Personal Stylist available between 9-3 each day to ensure you are getting all the help you need when looking for the perfect outfit.

So why not pop in and say Hi, we would love to see you!

NOW OPEN

LEVEL 1/52 DAVIDSON TCE

JOONDALUP,

(opposite the Dome Cafe)

9300 9804

Parking is available across the road at 80c per hour

in the Licensing Centre Carpark!

The Shopnfriends Style House is also home to afew other amazing businesses:

Adventurous Women

Arbonne Skincare and Cosmetics

Create Health & Fitness

The Little White T-Shirt Company

Indulge Clothing

Emily's Beauty

We also proudly support and are affiliated with the following businesses

The Pink Book Club

Luxxe Beauty Joondalup

Nu-Skin

Dr Joanne Samer - Graceful Healing

Sharon Manning Photography

Teen Self-Esteem Centre

Intimo Lingerie

Sassy V Designer Clothing

Elegantly Unique Accessories

And don't forget we do Shellac Nails at the Style House!

For more information call the Style House on 9300 9804

Shopnfriends is pleased to announce that we now stock Indulge Clothing at the Style House Boutique!

(Managed by trained Personal Stylists!)

Indulge Clothing began in 2005 in Esperance WA. The store started out of a need for fashionable clothing at an affordable price. Frustrated with the lack of clothing available in a small country town, owner Tracy Hill decided to launch her own store.

The store offers versatile, affordable, eclectic ranges of clothing to suit all body types. It aimed to be the one stop shop for customers offering the "complete outfit" from top to bottom - offering bras, shoes, clothing, jewelry and bags.

The store offers fashion items from all over the world. It has a unique collection of labels from Australia, London, Sweden, Turkey, New Zealand and Brazil. All items are chosen for the unique spin they bring to the fashion world.

In 4 years Indulge grew from a small 80m2 store to a store which stretches over 140m2 filled to the brim with clothing and accessories which cater for casual, cocktail, party and formal wear.

In 2010 Indulge opened its second store in Perth Mount Lawley, to fill a need for many visitors to Esperance who asked when one would open in Perth. Positioned in Mount Lawley the store became a,”Breath of fresh air" offering fashionable clothing which was not over manufactured, but was affordable.

In October 2011, Indulge now stocks their clothing in the Shopnfriends Style House Boutique at Level 1/ 52 Davidson Tce, Joondalup

Indulge launched its online store to give its ever growing group of customers who live in other areas of Australia and the world the opportunity to be unique and "as fantastic as they know they can be".

The online store was created so that customers from all over the world could interact with the store owner and other customers, and created a platform in which customers could really have a say about what they were seeing made available and when.

The latest in the developments of Indulge will be the design of its own label. Intended to have a "vintage edge" to all the items, the label is a result of 3 years of study, by the owner and lots of interaction with her customers.....we look forward to sharing our next journey with you.

And the best bit is that the Shopnfriends Style House has trained Personal Stylists on duty to help you select the perfect pieces every time. Come in and visit us soon, opposite the Dome Cafe level 1 / 52 Davidson Tce, Joondalup!

Or call 9300 9804.

Has this ever happened to you?

You desperately search for a carpark for at least 20 minutes at this time of year. When you finally find the one remaining carbay,it is super-tight as the guy next car bay was in a hurry, parked wonky and didnt bother to straighten up. So you "squeeze" yourself out of the car.

As you lock the doors to walk off, you remember that you forgot to erect the sun shield and realise you are probably not even going to be able to touch the steering wheel, let alone sit on the seat, when you finally squeeze yourself back into your car!

By the time you enter the centre, it's like everybody texted each other and said they were going to go Christmas shopping at the same time as you. But it seems that you got the message too late, now everyone is leaving and walking the opposite way to you coming in.

People are wheeling trolleys blindly, one catching your ankle. Babies are crying, the airon is struggling to keep up and you have to wait 15 minutes in line, just for the ATM. And your banks ATM is out of service!

You get served by sales people who are rolling their eyes at you, or don't acknowledge your presence. The lady in front is walking super slow, and when you get to the store you need. What you need has sold out.

There is at least 20 people at each check out, and they are all paying with cards. Your hungry and your feet hurt. You want to go to the toilet but figure to save time, you will hold it in.

Maybe you should just buy gift cards online??

And then there is the GIFT CARD debate. Are you for or against?

It seems the FOR team believe that GIFT CARDS are great for the person who is hard to buy for, or the person that seems to have everything.

The AGAINST team just think it is lazy or not thoughtful enough.

In my experience as a Personal Shopper, it's WHERE you get the GIFTCARD from that makes all the difference.Did you put enough thought into where?

We have sold many GIFT VOUCHERS to men and women. There is always alot of thought, (and questions) that goes into buying our vouchers. Afterall you are giving the gift of STYLE!

Don't hit the shops this Christmas, just pick up the phone and call us on 9300 9804 and we can customise a GIFT VOUCHER , wrap it up all nice and send it to you in a PLAIN envelope.

And when your loved one gets the GIFT of Style this Christmas, they will think you are wonderful! (and we will too!)

Or you can go straight to our online store

Anyway, from the team at Shopnfriends, we would love to wish you a Merry Christmas!

Shopnfriends Personal Stylists & Personal Shoppers

Level 1/52 Davidson Terrace, Joondalup

9300 9804

Don’t look the way you feel?

Looking older than your birthday years?

Lines and wrinkles starting to creep up on you?

Kids think you always look cross?

Friends think you look tired or sad?

Man in your life being polite and you know it????

Time to refresh yourself ready for Christmas.

Now Botox, Dermal fillers and loads more are affordable and offered in a discreet, private setting with the highly qualified Dr Joanne Samer who has just joined the Shopnfriends affiliate program.

Dr Samer offers many options for you to rejuvenate your skin, take years off your appearance or just simply magically erase those unwanted lines that tell the wrong story. Learn all about Dr Samer and the services she offers at www.gracefulhealing.com.au

CALL 9447 4985 FOR ALL BOOKINGS AND ENQUIRIES – DON’T LEAVE IT TILL THE LAST MINUTE – YOU MAY NOT LOOK 100% IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS AS MOST RESULTS TAKE A LITTLE TIME...

Ways to get your products and treatments cheaper*:

ü  Like the Graceful Healing facebook page and automatically receive 5% off any treatment   http://www.facebook.com/pages/Graceful-Healing/176564602395482

ü  Follow the Graceful Healing facebook page to see the weekly offers and discounts  http://www.facebook.com/pages/Graceful-Healing/176564602395482

ü  The Graceful Healing website also details the latest treatments and offers http://www.gracefulhealing.com.au/services.asp?id=120

ü   Download a $50 off voucher for your first treatment from the website http://www.gracefulhealing.com.au/services.asp?id=112

*At any one appointment you will receive only one discount or offer – you will receive the greatest discount of the most currently available.

Magic Does Happen...

 

You don’t have to follow trends this year at the races….Make your outfit your own!

Just because a fascinator is trendy doesn’t mean you have to wear one. 

The same goes for a floaty floral dress.  If you feel more comfortable in a smartly tailored pant suit - go for it.  Anything goes this year and it’s all about making your look work for you, and being happy and comfortable.

Here are a few tips to help you along the way;

 If you are going to go for a floaty dress then make sure you wear sensible underwear, sure it looked good on Marilyn Monroe, but having to pin down your dress with your arms all day isn’t really that much fun.

If a pant suit is more your style, make sure the hem of your pants is a couple of centimetres off the ground, mud stains are not fashionable.

3.      Be smart when you choose what shoes you are going to wear.  If you are spending the day out on the fields opt for wedges or even flats.  There is nothing flattering about not being able to walk because your heels keep digging and sinking into the grass, or even worse – no shoes at all!!

4.      Don’t go for a fascinator that looks like you have piled a chicken on your head.

The age of the feathery fascinator has well since passed, and now it’s all about choosing stylish and interesting head pieces.  Why not even try a hat, its sun smart and stylish!

6.       If you do choose to wear a fascinator keep your accessories minimal and make your head piece your statement. 

7.      You do not have to colour match your shoes to your bag and jewellery, have fun and mix contrasting colours it will give your outfit more depth.  And this season there are plenty of bright colours to choose from.

8.      Our pick for some great frocks:  Ojay, Charlie Brown, Jayson Brunson, David Lawrence, and Target!

Don’t forget, you can call us to help you, we might even be able to squeeze you in for a shop…..After all, we are your Shopnfriends!

Happy Racing Day!

Hallelujah!  At long last there is proof of how good shopping is for you!!

I’ve known this all along, but finally… there is actual scientific proof!!

According to Woman’s Health Magazine’s - Dan Tynan,

“Shopping boosts your immune system, keeps your brain nimble and even fulfills basic social needs”. 

Think about it - when you’re out shopping you’re not simply walking around mindlessly, you are constantly looking for specials, working out prices and most of all getting exercise.  Yes, it may not be as strenuous as going to the gym, but walking down Murray Street or even through a complex such as Whitfords can definitely accumulate a lot of steps.

Shopping can also be enjoyable.  Studies have shown that it releases mood-lifting endorphins. Yes!  Everyone can enjoy shopping once they know how. 

In this business we come across a lot of people who claim to hate shopping and even some who refuse to do it unless absolutely necessary.  This does not have to be the case.  Shopping doesn’t have to be a chore or even hard, once you have the right tools and knowledge.  After learning about Style Personality and Perfect Fit (just a few topics we cover in our Style Consultations), we find our clients are much happier to head into a store.  Some are even excited.

So, next time you cringe at the thought of heading to the shops, consider giving Shopnfriends a call.  We can help with making it a much more enjoyable experience - Not only will you get exercise when shopping, you’ll get a good dose of warm, happy fuzzy feelings too.

Would you love to know how to make that same old outfit look like a new one every time you wear it?

I’ll let you in on a little secret: accessorise!!

Think about it, when you put a different necklace with that same white top or little black dress doesn’t it make it look like a totally new outfit?  That is the magic of accessories!

An outfit without accessories is like vanilla ice cream without the topping. Whatever your taste, be it strawberry sauce, chocolate topping or even sprinkles you cannot deny that a bowl of ice cream is fantastically better when teamed with one or even a combination of these goodies.  The same goes for an outfit, yes that little summer dress or straight leg jeans and white shirt look nice, but without some sparkle or colour all they will ever be is vanilla nice.

Be it minimalist or bold and chunky, accessories not only give your look that little bit extra, they can also help to draw the eye and accentuate your best qualities.  A long necklace with a drop pendant does wonders to lengthen your neck while a ring can draw attention to beautifully manicured fingernails. Colourful accessories can also help brighten your complexion and highlight the colour of your eyes, lips, hair and skin.

Accessories are the best way to change-up a look without buying more clothes.  Your little black dress will always look like a new outfit, if paired with different accessories each time you wear it.  

The sky truly is the limit, so be creative and put pieces together that you wouldn’t normally think of.  You may surprise yourself and find a new look to fall in love with. 

Spring Survival Tips

Spring is definitely my favourite time of year (the fact that my birthday is in October might have something to do with it), but mostly it’s because it’s the time of year when you can walk down the street without getting rained on, blown away or begin dripping with sweat.  It really is the best time of year.  However, many of us are probably still frozen in winter-mode (pardon the pun) and will find ourselves unprepared for those warmer months.

As much as I love spring, it’s always a struggle to get ‘Spring Ready’, especially when you have been avoiding it all winter.  Not only will we have to update our wardrobes, shoe collection and accessory stash, but also prepare our bodies as well.  I mean let’s face it; no-one likes to see pasty white legs and unwanted hair - anywhere.

This is where my Spring Survival Tips will help.  These five tips will ensure that come mid-September you will have an undeniable spring in your step!

Tip One

Whilst it is still cool enough to wear jeans and tights, start thinking about hair removal.  Many of us will find that we have slacked off during the winter months; I mean, who wants to strip down to their knickers in this temperature?  But sadly, the closer it comes to spring the more urgent that waxing or IPL appointment will get.  Don’t get caught having to wear jeans or tights in the warmer months because you didn’t think ahead.  Bite the bullet and make that booking - the sooner it’s done the better.

Tip Two

Once you are hair-free and feeling a little bit better about stripping off, it’s time to say goodbye to your Casper-like skin.  Now, whilst I do not condone slathering your body in baby oil and baking in the sun, I do believe that a healthy sun kissed glow can dramatically uplift your mood and appearance.  The trick is how to get sun kissed skin without the risk of sun damage.  My suggestion: fake tan.  It has moved light-years ahead since the very first carrot orange coloured spray cans, and many beauticians can offer you a range of different settings from a light glow to a darker Brazilian bronze.

Tip Three

After covering up all winter and eating warm comfort foods like pasta (we all do it) many of us will find it hard to get back into the swing of things. Get trim for spring and rock your bathers with Create Health and Fitness, a personal training company that not only teaches you the best ways to trim down but can also help you create a healthy lifestyle. Call them today on 0431 209 376.

Tip Four

Now that your body is ready to see sunlight, it is time to have a look at your wardrobe and determine if it is ‘Spring Ready’.  Many of us will find, after so many months of building up a warmer wardrobe, we have very little (if anything at all) for the spring.  This is where Shopnfriends can help, why not purchase a seasonal Stylenshop consultation now and guarantee that when the time comes you will be ready to step into spring with an array of appropriate outfits.

Tip Five

Time for the finishing touches - swap out your winter foundation with a slightly darker one for spring, so your face matches your new sun kissed skin.  Pretty up your nails with a manicure and pedicure.  Steer clear of the darker polishes you favoured during winter and instead try bright colours or pretty pastels.  Why not try a Shellac manicure and pedicure at Emily’s Beauty, the Shopnfriends Style House beautician.  Lastly, add some spring colour to your wardrobe with some Smiling Inside and LillyCo Accessories, from the Shopnfriends Style House Boutique.

Now, all you have to do is sit back and wait for a warm day!