We’re bringing you the Savvy nzgirl’s Guide To Life this month so it makes sense to share our nzgirl picks for our favourite Girls’ Guides to Life.
We didn’t all get this wise at birth, there have been some fabulous guiding words that have gotten us where we are today – so we asked the team to dust off their fave guides to life and share them with you all…
The Goddess Guide
Gisele Scanlon
What they say:"The most blissful read… there isn’t a woman alive who wouldn’t love it!" – India Knight.
What we say: If books were goddesses, this guide by Gisele Scanlon would take the crown! It’s gorgeous inside and out – you just want to have it on display! Gisele, a fashion and beauty journalist, combed the world for all things stylish and eclectic into one unique collection, enhanced with her gorgeous handmade illustrations! She covers everything from the practical to the frivolous, the fun to the profound crossing style, beauty, travel, home, food and having fun!
Our favourite tip: A drop of essential oil on your light bulbs will release the scent of the oil and keep your room smelling nice!
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Pleasure – An Almanac for the Heart
Nikki Gemmell
What she says:"I wanted to write something bold and heartfelt. It’s something to give to someone cherished." – Nikki Gemmell.
What we say: Reading this book does give you pleasure, thanks to the gorgeous sentiments and beautiful illustrations! Nikki strips back the issues, the milestones and the experiences we all deal with and speaks candidly, boldly and intimately with everything from Brazilians to coping with a broken heart to keeping the right friends around you.
Our favourite tip: Remember that when people are horrible, they’re probably going through a bad time themselves. Have compassion for them but concentrate your energy on the people who create good for you, the heart-lifters in your life.
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The Girl’s Guide to Absolutely Everything
Melissa Kirsch
Published by Workman, distributed by Bookreps NZ Ltd
What they say::"Irreverent, funny and wise… like having a guru girlfriend who knows the answers to questions you never dared ask!" – Rosalind Wiseman.
What we say: This is like a colossal cheat sheet for everything a gal in her 20-30s needs to know about life and includes everything from money management, to dating disasters, to what to wear to a job interview, to defriending!
Our favourite tip: Never send email forwards when you’re at work, especially to your boss! You wouldn’t put a gold plated placard above your desk that says "I’ve totally checked out of my job. Not working one little bit on task"!
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Daily Candy A to Z – An Insider’s Guide to the Sweet Life
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What they say:You’ll laugh, you’ll cry and your life will definitely be sweeter because of it!
What we say: We heart the free Daily Candy emails – a sweet treat every day filled with fabulous finds from around the world! Full of fashion, food and culture from around the world – this book brings the fabulousness into the real world with an A-Z guide that tackles everything from appearance to zeitgeist!!
Our favourite tip: What are you saving up your frequent flier miles for? Don’t kid yourself, you’ll never take that trip to Yemen! Use your points instead to upgrade your more regular flights to business class and travel in style!
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The Daring Book For Girls
Andrea J. Buchanan
What they say: "For every girl with an independent spirit and a nose for trouble, here is the no-boys allowed guide to adventure!"
What we say: Back in the days before the web, cellphones, iPods and Singstar, girls the world over made their own fun! These days girlhood has become more complicated, high-pressured and competitive, and everyone grows up sooner! The Daring Book For Girls is the perfect way to revisit your childhood of adventure and imagination!
Our favourite tip: The section on how to fold your t-shirt Japanese style – folding clothes has never been this much fun!
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The Great Big Glorious Book for Girls
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What they say: "All girls know that there’s more to them than just make-up and gossiping – although they’re not averse to a little bit of both. This book is gllorious enough to provide inspiration, come rain or shine, to girls of all ages."
What we say: The Great Big Glorious Book for Girls is another weighty tome packed with the essential info every young girl needs, from creating the perfect face mask to tips for keeping pesky brothers at bay!
Our favourite tip: Spray your perfume in front of you with one short but generous spray, and walk into the fragrance. This way the scent subtly envelops you and your clothes in an even and not overpowering way.
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Enjoy!
Tee and the nzgirl team x
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