It just dropped right into my Inbox and before long, Iconoculture's latest Observation had me shaking my head in vigorous denial.
You see, Kathryn Milner has reported that instead of a girls’ night out, some Australian women are dressing up and drinking tea.
Excuse me, I think not. Who are these women? After all, this is the land of quintessential casual - the Ugg, the barbie and thongs of more than just the foot variety.
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Well, I think that source is questionable. EVERYONE knows that a high tea is no light meal. It's like saying a marathon is a gentle stroll in the park. And tea? A 'high tea' not really complete without a spot of champers...is it?
And finally, here's the sting in the tail - the 'lifestages' that this trend most appeals to.
I may have left Young Adult-hood behind a few years ago but let me tell you right now, this Aussie sheila is no 'Midlifer'!
So to provide a more balanced view of an 'Australian in midlife'
this...
Cupcakes and Champers - it's Lush!
and this...
A Commuting Gem
and especially this...
The Rides
So let me sum up by saying that this little black duck is not quite ready for Iconoculture's version of Mid-Life...
...so just ahead is where it shall stay!
Now where are my slippers?
8 comments:
Darl, it occurs to me that we may need to update me from A-down the hill to A-across the sea. Anyway, I'll be keeping my eyes peeled for an appropriately boozy high tea venue for your next visit. Unless you want to visit the intriguing whiskey and korean fried chicken place we found last week. Love you xx
Yes we do need to update you. i used Seattle A here: http://giddayfromtheuk.blogspot.co.uk/2012/08/going-global.html
and here: http://giddayfromtheuk.blogspot.co.uk/2012/09/your-2012-five-dayseptember.html
but you can choose the one you want!
Love from me and London
xx
ps korean chicken? champers high tea? hmmm tough call..
God Lord!
Surely this can't be correct? Aussies dressing up for High Tea?? Without champers??
I can only assume this is the media at it's worst, perpetrating lies and myth of the most appalling kind.
!f it's not reported on the BBC then take it with a grain of salt... or a cucumber sandwich...
Maybe a wee dram in the tea to make it 'high'?
Jane yes it is an absolute disgrace - this is a perfect example of the media travesty called making up stories!
Hmmm I wonder what cucumber marinated in champagne tastes like?
Ha lovin' your work Jack! Dram indeed...
'Wee' dram? Surely you jest, Jack. I'm with you Kym. When faced with the proposition of a 'high tea', the question is begged...why??? Now a high Champers, that I could support.
Linda maybe there's a business idea in that...High Champers hmmm.
In any case, maybe we've hit on our overriding theme/raison d'etre if we ever have the opportunity to meet. I make some of my most fabulous friendships over alcohol!
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