Lifestyle and Health

Introduction to Nutrition

Posted by Mary on Tuesday 20 August 2013 in the Nutrition Category.

Nutrition has always been a passion, ever since I was a spotty teenager prone to weight. Ecstatic to learn that I could help get rid of those zits and double muffin midriff bulge purely by eating healthily, I was eager…continue reading

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Meditation explained

Posted by Mary on Thursday 15 August 2013 in the Health Category.

  Meditation and especially mindfulness has become a buzzword of late. More and more doctors who originally shunned the notion of anything alternative are now recommending mediation to patients suffering from stress. But how do you do it and for…continue reading

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GODDESS STYLE for SPRING 2013

Posted by Mary on Monday 18 March 2013 in the Style Category.

SHOP YOUR OWN CLOSET Fashion choices for Spring 2013 have never been more diverse. There’s a dizzying array of looks including Oriental, Ethnic South American, Digital, Floral, Sportswear influenced, Tropical, Stripes and clean cut Classic. Great variety on the one…continue reading

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Profile of Online Store donnaida.com

Posted by Mary on Sunday 03 March 2013 in the Style Category.

In this fashion feature I’m teaming up with an on- line clothing website to show you the key looks for Spring/ Summer 2013. Take ideas from their fabulous mood boards when putting together a look for Spring/summer 2013 1. DONNA’S…continue reading

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Oscar Style 2013

Posted by Mary on Monday 25 February 2013 in the Style Category.

First glance at the Oscar gowns this year and I thought BORING! We’ve seen it all before and in many ways I miss the frock horrors of old, before the days of celebrity stylists and designers tripping over each other…continue reading

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Goddess Style for Autumn/Winter 2012

Posted by Mary on Monday 17 September 2012 in the Style Category.

Since I’m re-cycling my wardrobe and trying very hard not to make any new clothing purchases unless absolutely essential, it seems anomalous that I’m writing a fashion column. The reason is I’ve had lots of requests from friends and subscribers…continue reading

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What Makes a Good Buy?

Posted by Mary on Friday 09 March 2012 in the Style Category.

Once upon a time, not so very long ago it was all about following trends. Now it’s more about buying wisely. So what makes an investment purchase? Usually something you will wear often and feel comfortable in. At present there…continue reading

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Get An Edgy Look on a Budget

Posted by Mary on Thursday 08 March 2012 in the Style Category.

It’s upmarket laid back chic at a fraction of the cost. These pieces will see you through several seasons and provide the basis for a capsule wardrobe. You can also read my other articles in this series From Designer to…continue reading

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From Designer to Where?

Posted by Mary on Thursday 08 March 2012 in the Style Category.

Having worked in fashion and been something of a fashion devotee for most of my life, I’ve seen the cyclical nature of trends repeating themselves over and over again. At this stage I’m bored mindless by the endless re-runs some…continue reading

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