Valentine’s Day has been and gone for another year, and while everyone at A Pampered Life hopes your day was full of love and romance, for some people it’s a time of year to dread. So whether you’ve just split up with a partner or just need a little pick-me-up, here are 10 ways to mend a broken...

The headlines scream and the talkback hosts wail: young women of today are downright debauched. But is that really the case? Joanne Simpson investigates… Any story that relates to sex makes for good copy: it sells newspapers and magazines, it gets ratings. And any story that can combine sex and generational...

Before Carrie Bradshaw made her a superstar, SJP looked something like this… This featured video is the first in an occasional ‘before they were famous’ series of clips we’ll show of megastars when they weren’t quite so mega. With Sex and the City 2 out in cinemas this year, women around...

It doesn’t matter if you order a double shot skinny chai with sweetener or just your regular flat white, the coffee shop is the new vogue in social hangouts – and everyone is invited, says Verity Gray Like any trend that grows and takes hold, the origins of the Australian coffee culture are quite...

Think men just have a one-track mind? Think again… As theories go, this one has a lot of traction. It’s the one that says all men, from puberty to the grave, are obsessed with one thing: sex. If the Freudians are right, everything a man does – from playing sport to drinking with his buddies –...

Sex is not everything, but it definitely plays an important role in a relationship, I’m sure we all know that. So if you feel like your love life could use a little bit more prep, tell your partner. Don’t let the sex get in the way of an otherwise perfectly healthy and harmonious relationship! So...

What’s the perfect summer time sweet treat? We all scream for ice cream of course! This delicious dessert has been around for centuries and can be homemade or combined with fresh cookies or hot fudge for the perfect afternoon delight. With the kids on break and temperatures climbing making ice...

You met this really nice guy, went on a couple of dates and had the time of your life. He was considerate, funny, romantic and trying really hard to impress you and gain your trust giving you lots of compliments and attention. You were sure you found yourself a keeper, possibly your future husband and...

Sadly, it seems that leisure time has become a thing of the past. Whenever we do stumble upon a little bit of free time during the day we panic that we’ve forgotten a chore or end up desperately try to get ahead on some upcoming office work. Relax! Utilising and enjoying leisure time has been proven...

What’s the Key to throwing the perfect Oscar Party? Knowing the nominations of course! Having a few mates over for a themed cocktail bash wouldn’t be a bad idea either, but being up to date on the latest cinema buzz will make this your Best Oscar’s Bash yet! The 2010 Oscars are a great time to...

With great summer weather just around the corner (and in some places across Oz already here), it’s a perfect time to get your booty back into tip-top shape! Australia is a wonderful country for outdoor activities fitting for all ages and abilities. Exercise can be a great family bonding experience...

Until relatively recently, the idea that a woman could successfully lead a multimillion-dollar company was considered absurd. Happily, though, the times they are a-changin’ (albeit not as quickly as many would like) and women are now marching confidently into the testosterone-dominated business...

To meet someone special that you really like, and who feels the same about you is a wonderful experience and a dream for many people. Despite this, the number of divorces and break ups in today’s society is increasing. It’s not easy to live together with another person sharing your personal space,...

With spring in the air and summer just around the corner, why not treat yourself and friends to some delicacies worthy of celebs? From chic backyard bashes to elegant dinner parties, an A-list party is not out of your reach. With a few simple appetizers, a dress code and a drink or two your friends will...

The Win a Date with Bachelor promotion is officially over with the final two dates taking place last Saturday. Once again both the dates were declared a success with the team at A Pampered Life now considering taking up match making as a future profession Thank you to Mark, Juliette, Jeff and Antonietta...

It’s drawing nearer – the day all the dad’s out there have been looking forward to: Father’s Day. It’s one of those occasions that we get together with our families to spoil our fathers and thank them for the love, advice and support we received from them throughout our lives. But as...