29.6.15

Cire Trudon … Pondichéry Candle


Pondichéry  (“new village” in Tamil), is a city in southeast India that is widely known 
for its cotton weaving industry and paisley patterns. 
It became a part of French history in 1673 when the Compagnie des Indes bought 
a small coastal village from the Sultan of Bijapur that thus became the 
“flagship” trading post representing France's business interests in India. 

Cire Trudon's candle, Pondichéry pays homage to one of 
France’s liveliest trading posts with its flowery, fresh, green, softly exotic fragrance.
The head note is orange, heart note is ginger, 
completed by the base notes of musk, patchouli and vetiver.


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27.6.15

Cire Trudon … Carmélite Candle

A Carmélite is a Catholic nun belonging the Carmélite Order, 
a religious order devoted to contemplation. 
The order was founded by hermits on Mount Carmel in Palestine in the 12th century. 
It is known in particular for its teachings on prayer. 

Cire Trudon's Candle Carmélite recalls the scent of ancient mossy stone walls, 
in the shade of a cloistered convent.
This fragrance tells the story of  nuns, their black and white silhouettes
moving silently through the ritual of prayer and mass. 
Remembering the light of church candles this Carmélite Candle
evokes peace and the eternal nature of the soul.

The head notes are orange and mugwort,
leading into heart notes of rose, geranium, spices and iris
ending with base notes of patchouli, sandalwood and cedar.

  


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26.6.15

Dr Vranjes Chinotto Pepe Gift Set


The perfect gift for any occasion …
Chinotto Pepe 25 ml Room Spray and the 100ml Home Fragrance Diffuser 
with Bamboo Reeds are brought together in an elegant Gift Box, 
a delicious idea for anyone who loves their décor scented.

Citrus notes of Bergamot, Tangerine and Orange heat the heart of this fragrance.
Notes of luxury with the spicy accord of Cardamom, Nutmeg and Saffron, 
gently end with base notes of precious woods … Vetiver, Sandalwood and Amyris.
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25.6.15

Dr Vranjes Ginger Lime Gift Set


The perfect gift for any occasion …
Ginger Lime 25 ml Room Spray and the 100ml Home Fragrance Diffuser 
with Bamboo Reeds are brought together in an elegant Gift Box, 
a delicious idea for anyone who loves their décor scented.

The combination of citrus notes with
 the crisp green notes of Lime and exotic Ginger 
used together with Vetiver form the heart of the fragrance, 
and white pepper and colonial essences heat the base of the perfume.


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24.6.15

Words On Our Blackboard ...


Cold, cosy nights,
warm blankets,
candles burning, 
& a glass of pinot.


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17.6.15

Iosis Berlingot Cushion "Flannelle"


Sheer luxe!
Add shimmer and texture with the velvety pile of this velour cushion
 (natural linen on the reverse) made in France, 
found in Castlecrsag, Sydney.
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16.6.15

15.6.15

Soxtrot Knee Hi's ...


Hand printed, limited edition designs made in New York.



Made from a Nylon/Lycra mix, they are extremely durable
and super comfortable.
They only have a toe seam so one size fits all.
Gentle wash (we put them in an lingerie bag) in a cold machine wash.

We love our knee hi's!



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14.6.15

13.6.15

The Best of Gretta Anna with Martin Teplitzky


The much-loved Gretta Anna Teplitzky is to Australian cuisine 
what Julia Child was to American cuisine.

Here, for the first time, is an updated selection of recipes from her two bestselling books, lovingly curated by her son Martin, a talented chef in his own right. 
What's more, you'll find sixty original, never-before-published Gretta Anna recipes, 
plus a selection of some of Martin's own recipes.

This is a book you'll return to time and again, for Gretta Anna's iconic take 
on classics such as French Onion Soup, Bouillabaisse, 
Coq au Vin (red or white, your choice),
not to mention the cakes and desserts.

Gretta Anna's mantra was that cooking should be fun. 
As you make your way through these scrumptious recipes, 
you'll see that, guided by the right hands, it is.




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12.6.15

Iosis Totes … Igor the Squirrel


Just the perfect "must have" accessory for that skiing holiday.
Traditional French tapestry tote.

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11.6.15

Soxtrot Knee Hi's ...


Wear them with boots, loafers or any favourite footwear.
Whether you are young, old or in between, 
these knee hi's look sensational above your boots or peeking out under your trousers.
If you dare wear them with short skirts or shorts for that runway look….




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10.6.15

Iosis Totes … new shipment in store!


Monsieur … the Jack Russell…
These charming French totes are just the right size 
to take to dinner and to hold your keys, phone, lipstick and credit card!

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2.6.15

True Grace Orangery Candle


Inspired by an English "orangery" with vast windows shielding precious 
citrus trees from the English weather. 

True Grace's Orangery Scented Candle blends lemon and orange notes with 
deeper fragrance accents of Geranium, Rose and Jasmine 
reminding us of the summer warmth in this lofty building.
Natural wax, hand poured candle, made in England.




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1.6.15

Cire Trudon … Ottoman Candle


Through the maze of streets that is Constantinople, 
under the ceilings of a hideaway, leathery scents and tobacco swirl 
amidst whispered discussions mingled with rose and jasmine. 
A warm scent tinged with spices and honey whispers stories of an ancient empire.

Head notes of Turkish rose and spices, 
mingled with honey tobacco and smoked leather at the heart, 
finishing with patchouli and musk. 




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Birthday Cards for Dog Lovers ...


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