Posts Tagged ‘Shopping’

The end of Winter is almost here .

Its time to shake off the cold weather blues , enjoy the sun , clean out the wardrobe, and get shopping.

Spring flowers are blooming , and many social events are looming .

Races , Football Finals , and parties .

Time for party frocks , hats , high heels and baring arms and faces .

Get that haircut , hit the gym, or exercise bike , and be ready for the gaiety that is Spring .

Its been a long , cold , wet , Winter .Time to throw off the sloth like shackles that bind , and rejoice,  in the froth and bubble of a glorious Spring season.

Pink silk , USA designer , strapless party dress

Daytime TV does it for Munters

Ditch the kids , pack hubby off to work , conduct a quick 15 minute whip round the laborious household chores , and the day is yours .

Kick back on the couch , something hot and steaming in your hand , locate  the 4 device remote control , and enjoy . Back to back Kerri A Kennel , Years wasted of our Lives,  and the Bold and the Ridiculous , for the next 3 + hours .

Yeah right , by the time Munters , have cleaned the house top to toe , after the holiday onslaught , completed 15 loads of washing , bought enough groceries to feed a small African nation, for a year , and ironed clothes  equal to a days equivalent at  a small industrial laundry, Munters are dead on their feet.

Movie dates , shows , shopping , coffee shop catch ups , are all a pleasant memory , as  reality bites,  and real life takes over .

Whew !, at least its a relief to get back to work , where everything is quiet , orderly , and it is generally a kid free zone .

Family ‘ s , bless em ” , what would we do without them?

Last day of the Financial Year .

End of financial year woes.

Its time to get receipts , expenses , accounts , invoices , etc gathered and issued for the taxman .

Looking on the bright side,  it can be the final day of sales , in the shops.

Retailers , wanting to avoid annual stock-take, will savagely discount today .

So munters , put your tax issues on the back burner , for today at least , and get out there and get shopping !

Buy your nephew in Adelaide that Football Jumper

The skys are grey , the winds blowing all day , its raining , must be winter in Melbourne!.

It can be a bit depressing with the cold , wet and wind but , munters ,think of England .

This is their daily scenario , that , and no showers.

In Melbourne, there is lots to do in the colder months .

Slow food, art shows , theatre and stage , movies , footy , open fires and shopping .

And remember , just when you think it can’t get any colder , wetter , windier , there will be an exceptionally, sunny day , reminding us that Spring, is on the way .

We have already passed the shortest day, and are nearly at the end of June , traditionally the coldest month!.

Hang in there Munters, we will appreciate the warmer weather ,all the more when it arrives.

And remember , when all else fails, there is always shopping.!

wholesale bargains

Its getting increasingly hard, to get around town quickly , and to be able to park, upon arrival .

A small , low powered, scooter, may be an option, to transport Munters.

Easy to park,  and maintain .

An intensive driving course , is required .

Protective clothing, is essential , including the wearing ,of a helmet .

Practical munters , who can ride a pushbike , cycle , pedallie , wheelie etc , should be able to manage,  a scooter .

Its about balance , learning a new skill, using  a practical nature , being safe  ,  owning the ability to try new things , having  the nerve to get out there in traffic .

Not for everyone , but worth a thought, as Melbourne’s roads become increasingly impassable , with vehicular traffic congestion, and finite parking spaces.

Breeze past the road hogs with a smile on your dial,  to your next shopping / lunch destination.

You’ll be able to climb out of the protective clothing , and rearrange the helmet hair , with time on your side .

Not Scooter Wear

Wet Weather in Melbourne causes Munters to be more creative with entertainment options.

Walks in the Park , Tea on the Lawn, Outdoor parties and BBQ’s are a memory as winter’ s cold and wet bites.

Visits to Galleries ,hearty, slow cooked meals in restaurants , theatre attendances and shopping are attractive indoor options.

Munters , get rugged up , seek out alternative indoor activities and get out there!

Just try and stay dry , and play classical music whilst driving.

It helps to quell the inner road rage beast .

Johnny Dexter Gallery hopping Dress

The Winter sales start today.

Retailers everywhere are hoping to sell stock so they are saved the arduous task of the annual stocktake on 30 June .

Two invaluable sites to help munters shop the bargains are :

http://www.salesguide.com.au

http://www.missyconfidential.com.au

Look them up and grab yourself a bargain .

Tell fellow munters everywhere .

Its a shopping Jungle out there

Due to tough economic times recycling , re-using, re- inventing and renovation of products is popular. It  is becoming fashionable to re – model existing products , swap items no longer required at swap parties amongst friends or donate to charity particularly large commercial chains like Savers who reward you with a percentage off goods purchased for each donation   .

glo-mesh purse circa 1970

Consumers are using  recyclable markets , opportunity shops  , white elephant stalls at community fairs in their quest for good quality items .These venues can provide a rare vintage item and a switched on munter will consider  adding them to their list of shopping destinations.

Designer Bargain

Is ” lets do coffee ” the new euphemism for ” lets have a drink “?

Probably not . However  the proliferation of coffee shops and the patrons drinking coffee in them is massive .

Every shopping strip  boasts at least one coffee shop with tables outside in Melbourne’s good weather.

outdoor seating

Men , women and children are at tables drinking coffee. The menu  caters for the young with baby – chino. Mums are offered soy latte or skinny version sof their favourite tipple to help with weight control or allergy maintenance.

Men conduct business meetings over a short black .

your local cafe?

Young people of all ages go for  ‘just coffee’. They talk , meet , plan and discuss . Its a cheap way for cash strapped students to meet without hefty bills in a place conducive to open discussion. Most can afford the price of a latte’

network at your local cafe'

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“Lets do coffee “is the new networking tool. Popular , affordable and accessible for all.

Kids are back at school and routines are being re-established . Pickups , dropoffs , lunches , uniforms , supplies ,books and activities are organised and despatched and life again assumes some normality .

New Frock

Munters everywhere are cleaning out cupboards , recycling reusuable goods to the local op shops and generally reorganising and establishing a clean safe environment in bedrooms etc . This whole process is a very cathartic experience . Routine and control are back and munters love it .

Designer Wear

Time to get back to the things we love , like shopping.

A quick trip to the op shops often unearths great treasures in the form of new items given as unused Christmas presents. It is often possible to replace bits of school uniforms from bulging racks of good quality outgrown bits.

Flattering Florals

You may be able to pick up that coveted new novel that was sold out at the bookshops over Christmas for a fraction of the original price.

Savage price cutting in department stores is almost over as they are now in the throes of bringing out next seasons range .

The long heady nights of summer are fast becoming a memory and mornings are darker as daybreak is later with each passing day .

Antique Lace