Love & Sequins #6 Is Live!
[ 30 October 2009 ]
Hooray! Today I sealed my latest Love & Sequins chapter with a kiss & sent it off around the globe!
For those of you who don’t know, or are new (welcome!), Love & Sequins is my monthly podcast series. It’s a book which is all about becoming a love letter to the universe, & you get a chapter sent to your inbox every month! As well as the text (which is at least 10,000 words each time), you also get an MP3 of me reading it aloud to you!
Love & Sequins #6 is called DAINTIER, SMARTER, BETTER DRESSED — A deluxe guide to looking truly fabulous, defining your personal style & being the best-dressed girl at any party!
This is the biggest chapter so far — I actually found it really hard to stop myself writing! (I still have so much I want to say, & think Chapter 7 will be a continuation of this subject.) Love & Sequins #6 weighs in at a MAJOR 20,630 words! It is a veritable style & aesthetic bonanza, loaded with pictures & more ideas than you can shake a stick at. It is super-delicious & a feast for the brain!
Oh, & did I mention that the MP3 runs for an hour & a half?!
It is absolutely perfect for anyone going through a wardrobe crisis, wanting to wear more colour, in the throes of concocting a new style direction or just wanting to get to grips with their aesthetic! You’ll learn how to construct your very own style bible, where to find inspiration & what to do with it once you have it, the story of my personal aesthetic evolution & how to put looks together for maximum impact!
I also included (& made some little additions to, & recorded!) some articles from the iCiNG archive which are totally useful & relevant — but even without those, there are over 12,000 words of brand-spanking new original content!
So how does it work? You can pick up this chapter for $12, you can subscribe monthly for $10 (& will be sent all the back-issues) or you can snap them all up in one fell swoop for $84 (this brings the price down to $7 an issue). You buy them through Paypal, which means you don’t even need a credit card. Boom! You’re WELCOME!
Of course, before this chapter, there were five others! Here’s the low-down on each of them, with some reviews to let you know what you’re in for!
Love & Sequins #1: LEARNING TO LOVE YOURSELF — Self-adoration, manifesting your ideal persona, channelling your inner Marie Antoinette & everything in between!
“This podcast has been tremendously helpful. It has indeed resonated deeply in all of the tiny crevices of my being where I’ve been hiding my hopes and dreams and instead allowing myself to be swallowed by fear and doubt. I couldn’t agree more that we all know that self-confidence and self-love are the root of success, of living the positive inspired lives we all dream about. And yet, until now it escaped me that I could practice at being confident. That I could slowly develop these skills over time. I had a huge a-ha moment – of course it won’t happen overnight! Of course it’s about making small changes, adjusting my mindset and perceptions in the moment… Thank you for letting your own light shine as it has given me permission and inspiration to do the same. I’m deeply grateful.” — L.
“Dude. I’m just listening to your podcast now. Honestly, I was a little apprehensive because I’ve noticed your content on iCiNG has changed a little. This is the stuff. SIGH! RELIEF! CONGRATULATIONS. Don’t ever forget how much the ‘nonpareils’ have their hearts out there for you. Me included always always always. You’re just GOOD, you know? Substantial and full of perspective, dripping with sticky as honey vocabulary. Plus your voice is so badass.” — S.
Love & Sequins #2: THE SMART GIRL’S GUIDE TO BUSINESS — Taking control of your life, finding your passion, loving what you do & making mad bling!
“Thank you so much for your inspiration. it really gave me the kick up the bum that I needed. I was always afraid to take a creative income path, for fear that my talent was lacking. I still have these insecurities, but I realise that right now, while I’m young, enthusiastic and motivated is the very best time to give it a shot. If it doesn’t work out, then I’ll try something different. if it is a success, then maybe it will give me the confidence to try some other more innovative ideas.” — V.
“I am writing to you in regard to a project that I started as a result of your lovely site. I guess you could call me one of your inspired non-pareils. Wikifashion began as an idea around one year ago and I never really had the “chutzpah” to give it a go until I purchased your podcast on “being your own boss”. I fell asleep listening to that podcast every night for a week, taking it all in and furiously scribbling down notes. It was so groundbreaking for me and every word that you spoke really resonated with me. Thank you for inspiration and words of wisdom.” — M.
Love & Sequins #3: LOVE, SEX, THE GALAXY & EVERYTHING — From falling in love to co-habitation, & all the beauty & madness contained within!
“Gala, I loved this one! I listened to it as soon as you sent it. I’ve always been kind of a cynic when it comes to love, but I think I’m ready to let my guard down and take the plunge. The ‘love self-evaluation’ and ‘figuring out what you want from a partner’ parts stood out the most to me, and I’m definitely going to take the time to write and reflect on these areas. Thank you so much!” — D.
“This was supermegaawesome good! I like the way it flows and sounds natural… Like you’re whispering good advice in my ear! And also I was walking my dog while listening to this and 3 or 4 times I just burst out laughing at some of the things you said; a lot of strange looks! Please keep this up, they’re all super good and I really do owe a lot to you!” — V.
Love & Sequins #4: A GUIDE TO MANNERS FOR THE MODERN MINX — Etiquette, social graces & charming the pants off total strangers for the uninitiated!
“i just listened to this & it’s SO helpful, you have no idea. thank you, thank you, thank you! i’ve always been pretty socially awkward & it’s only gotten worse the past year or two & i’ve really been wanting to change that, but never knew where/how to start… i’m sure i’ll listen to it many more times :] & absolutely do the homework.” — M.
“Gala, you have truly hit the spot once more! I sat there nodding to myself, smiling with recognition, laughing out loud and thinking WOW this girl inspires me to change the world too as I listened to the 4th Love&Sequins. Thank you so much wonderful!” — A.
Love & Sequins #5: FINDING HAPPINESS & MAKING IT STAY — Choosing joy, making magic & devoting your life to love, adventure & deliciousness!
“Thank you Gala for this one. It is your best yet and came at a perfect moment as the universe so decided. Starting today I will be happier, stronger person, set my goals and achieve them. I will be happy because I can be and I am going to take responsibility for myself and my emotions and not blame it on anyone else. Thank you a million…think you gave me the push I needed to achieve my goal and be happy in the mean time. Thanks again! Stay magical stay wonderful stay powerful and never stop moving forward!!” — S.
“I can honestly say this is the best $12 you will ever spend. I’ve been seeing a psychologist for the past 6 months… What Gala has produced is that 6 months of therapy all wrapped up into an hour long podcast. Her advice about choosing how you react to situations is the most helpful life advice you may ever receive.” — K.
As always my beautiful, thank you so much for your support & encouragement!
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The second I can afford these, I’m SO buying them :D
Wishy I could have them all. Credit cruches :(
But still love you Gala. Your truly amazing.
All of them have beautiful photos of you on them- great work!
gonna get this when i have pennies :D and now i totally have antiquehighheelreddollshoes in my head. GOOD CHOICE :D
YEAH!
Nothing more needs to be said before I’ve heard this but just YEAH! :D
I’m excited.
;)
is the cost in american or australian dollars? i would really love to buy but am unsure of what currency you are using?? please help!!! i need some pink glittery inspiration!
Just paid wooohooo! Looking forward to it.
Annie- it’s US.
Annie — Yup, Katrina speaks the troof! It’s in US dollars.
Oh & Vixxie did you notice your quote in the sidebar?! xox
I always speak the troof! Gala did you check out my James and the Giant Peach tattoo yet?
I just got my copy thanks babe! I’ll give you some feedback once I’ve finished the whole one and a half hours of mega loaded sunshine-happiness! xx
I’m so glad I paid for all them upfront. Now every month I get a delicious chapter to inspire and thrill me. It’s one of my favourite pick-me-ups.
Is the title a Rasputina reference? As if you couldn’t get any more awesome. :D
Hello ladies! (apologies to all the guys out there)
I just bought the $84 dollar option for the first time, wondering if I’ll recieve the back issues or just the current issue and the one’s to follow?
Thank you! xx
Katrina — Oh my GOD. That is so, so, so rad. I love it! Are you delighted?! I want a Roald Dahl/Quentin Blake tattoo so badly, it’s definitely going to happen one day!
Lady Li — You are lovely! xo
Mouse — Haha, of course it is! I haven’t listened to Rasputina in such a long time but I remember being totally obsessed with them when I was a teenager!
Edith — Yes, you get everything! I have just sent them out to you! Mwah!
And Yes ma’am I did!
Then I squealed a little and told my mum. ;)
And it’s as true now as it ever was!
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heyy :):)
i just paid for mine… now what?
how long is the wait genereally?
thanks galalalalaaaaa
Kelli — Hey babe! You sent me an e-cheque which takes a few days to process (or be approved or something). As soon as I get the notification that it has gone through, I will send your chapter out! xo
Oh i’m sorry! thats just where paypal redirected me.
eee thank you!
Beautiful job on #6!
I’m listening to it right now while doing some work and as always, I’m thrilled. Thanks for putting it out right after I received my monthly paycheck, Gala — and thanks for making such a great product. I look forward to hearing L&S every month!
As soon as I have money (it’s been a little hard lately, specially because I’m saving to go to Paris) I’ll buy the whole bunch!
Gala- I’m epically happy! I can’t stop looking at it! What do you think you’ll get? I think a swarve Willy Wonka would be awesome or The Grand high witch. xx
Hi Gala,
I think I might have accidentally posted this on a different article, but I meant it for this one!
The trials of an insomniac…
anyhoo,
reading through L&S 6, you spoke about having to wear a uniform all through school… I am reminded of this young woman’s project “The Uniform Project”, which is raising money for kids in India. She takes a basic black smock/dress and adds to it to make it different everyday for a year! Granted she adds a ton to it, but the dailies are so fun to look at and inspiring, and it reminded me of your saying how you like to anchor outfits w/ black :-)
Here’s the url:
www.theuniformproject.com
Cheers!
This has to be the most fab one yet! loving it!! xoxo
Hey sweety !
I got a problem because I have a Maestro and apparentely you can’t pay on paypal with a Maestro… but perhaps is it possible to send the money to you with another system, because I really really wanted to hear L&S#1 … otherwise I’ll pay with my dad’s card ;D
Isy — Hmm! If your Paypal account is linked to your bank account, you should be able to make a transfer straight out of that (as an e-cheque I think). But if not, your dad’s card might be the best idea. I don’t really know any other way to do it!
I love that blue dress!
I finally caved and subscribed…I’ve been needing this, I’ve been in a funk. Just listened to the first one, and my day already looks a little brighter! xoxo
It’s completely off topic, but have you seen Black Milk’s leggings? I’d bet you dig his funky designs! :-)
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so if i subscribe for $10/month could i stop at any point?
Treacle — Cute! Thanks for the link :>
baby bear — Correct!
Hi Gala
I think I am ready to take the leap, but not sure how to play with the technology. I have itunes at home and am rocking with PayPal. The question is about the pictures? Is it available to read as well as listen to? How does it all work
Can’t wait to have a listen or a read.
Thanks!
Gaaaaaalllllaaaaaaa – this is completely unrelated but I had to say it now before I forget. OMG @ your hair! I’ve been thinking about going blonde for aaaaaaaaaaaages but spent the entire time going “No way, that would look utterly ridiculous”. Then I come back on here (i’ve been away & I’m sorry, I love you)and you look AH-MAAAAAAAAAAZING!! I figure if you can look stunning with magenta hair, violet hair etc etc. I could probably manage blonde. So I’m going to do it – and I’m gonna freakin’ rock it! Once again, you’ve inspired & awed and I want to say thankss!
You’re the best :o)
I thought you might like this!
www.amazon.com/DeLux
Absolute LOVE!!! it makes me so happy to have these on my iPod and have something positive to listen to on my lunchbreaks at work. What makes it even more rad is the accent!
thanks again!! What lovely, positive inspiration for everybody! I’m stoked for my wardrobe challenge, and excited to put together new outfits and think a little outside the box. you are officially my new hero!!
I checked all of my e-mail inboxes, and I did not receive the sparkly brand of Gala love. I originally signed up with my school e-mail account (mcf7245@sru.edu) and my 2 gmail accounts (onewing2many@gmail.com and magelicious.mf@gmail.com). Last month, I was getting errors so I didn’t know which to check. Now I have an even worse error.
I’ve been counting down the days untill I start my new job and can afford to treat myself to this great big package of gala love!
keep it up darling!
murphy — Ah, yay! Send me pictures!
Konekochan — I’m so glad you commented, I sent it to your .edu address & it bounced back. I’ll send to onewing & magelicious! xo
Thank you for taking the time and making sure I got it!
Hi, Gala! I bought Love & Sequins # 1 on the 1 Nov and I’m just wondering if I should have it by now? I don’t know if my email would have been in the payment details for you, so here it is again :) rosabunny3@hotmail.com
Thank you
Huggles.xx
Just subscribed- wondering when I should receive my issues?
I am currently trying to revamp my space and how I look at myself, and how I project myself, and….well it’s a complete overhaul really. Who better to assist me than Gala Darling, the sparkling queen of online self-help?
Love, HJ
I think my internet is just glitching really badly, but I can’t seem to find a link for the “buy them all for $84” option. Help?
Hi!
I just bought the first issue,
but I don’t really understand how this works…
Will you e-mail it to me? How do you get my address?
Thank you!
Hey Gala, I just subscribed to #6 and I can’t wait to listen to it! How long does it usually take to arrive? I did the paypal thing a few days ago.
Thanks! You’re an inspiration!
UM how does the Monthly @ $10 work? I have bought one L&S before, am a bit confused…
Hello Gala, I suscribed with option 2 more than a week ago. I thought I would be granted access to the Love & Sequins archive but didn’t receive anything. I e-mailed you twice about it and didn’t get an answer. Could you please address my problem (send me the links, or explain to me when I will receive them)? I don’t want to unsuscribe but if I don’t get at least an answer I won’t have a choice…