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 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...

Say “so long” to cold winter nights and “hello” to sun-kissed evenings! Summertime is a great time for outdoor gatherings whether they’re casual beach picnics or swanky backyard bashes. Get your friends together for a few fun and festive evenings, and with just a few tricks...

Although the origin of this tradition is somewhat of a mystery, did you know that Christmas in July is believed to have started in our very own Oz? The tradition is believed to have begun with a simple hotel owner in the colder part of Australia. The owner was asked by some tourists to make a traditional...

The family unit has formed the basis of interdependence between  humans ever since the beginning of humanity.   For years this system has worked and ensured a standard of wellbeing, loyalty, and care amongst humans that has been hard to imitate.  As I’m sure you are all bombarded with daily, the...

How important are your friends? We are basically attached at the hip. Not sure what I would do without them Friends? Not sure I have any real ones They are just cool people to have fun with and to go out with Great to have somebody to spend time and enjoy life with What makes...

International Women’s Day (IWD) is being celebrated on 8 March this year. IWD has been celebrated since the early 1900s, a time when women were becoming increasingly vocal about women’s oppression and inequality.  It is a day when women are recognized for their achievements without regard to divisions,...

Travelling with mates can be a fantastic bonding experience. On the other hand, it can also be a hell from which there is no escape… The Good If something hilarious happens on your trip, it’s much more fun (and normal) when you have someone else to laugh with. Similarly, when something unpleasant...

Just as there are different categories of celebrities, we label our friends according to their level of influence in our lives. The A-List These friends are to you what Posh and Becks are to the celebrity world. A-list friends play a very significant and influential role in your life. You never forget...

The days of girly childhood sleepovers may well be over but that doesn’t mean your circle of friends should shrink any smaller. You need friends from each different time in your life; so you can remember where you’ve been and look forward to the new friends you’ll make in the future. The girl next...

Someone who is honest with you. A true friend tells you the complete truth even though you may not want to hear it eg. that guy you like is a total jerk; that outfit makes you look pregnant; you have food stuck in your teeth. Someone who keeps in touch. Communication is a two-way street. Chain emails...

This week A Pampered Life is looking deeper into the relationships that we have with our family and friends. Most people experience positive relationships with the people closest to them: their families. There is something strange about that blood tie, something invisible that maintains a connection...

Your friends can be very picky about your guy, whether it’s nitpicking about which profession he’s in or what he’s political views are. This article is perfect on how you and your man can win the respect and endearment of your friends. Read more…