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Daily Mail
01-08-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mail
A new $20 buy from Kmart calmed my frantic, stressed mind in seconds
A $20 lamp has emerged as an unlikely favourite at Kmart this week, with the unique buy dubbed a 'hero' among the luxe new August Living collection. The Water Ripple Light, which is inspired by the trending ambient décor trend of late, projects 'soothing' wave patterns onto walls in different colours. The ripple effect is thought to transform any room into a 'calm and ambient' space, with many shoppers already reporting 'instant relaxation' and 'serenity'. Perfect for weary office workers and frantic parents, the light also comes with 16 colour options, boasts a five-hour run time after charging and has adjustable brightness for 'different moods'. The light also has intuitive touch control, a wireless remote and easy USB charging. While it may seem like a bit of a novelty 'fad', research has reported significant benefits of waterscapes and water-themed lighting on psychological health. These include a potential reduction in anxiety, a boost in creativity and a noticeable positive impact on insomnia, burnout and stress. As always, it's best to visit a health professional if you are struggling with any of these conditions or symptoms. The quirky lamp has already sold out online - but it's not the only light at Kmart causing a buzz recently. The Kmart LED Light with Sensor, $12, has been a popular buy since its launch and has received more than 120 five-star reviews. The light panel contains four white LED lights with an adhesive strip on the back that can be affixed to walls and other surfaces for an instant touch of luxury. Many creative shoppers have positioned them underneath benches, counters and cupboards to create an up-lit effect. 'Love this light, it looks amazing under the kitchen cupboard and adds a little bit of class,' noted one. One mum added that the lights have 'worked wonders' in her home, especially in the corridor, which is usually too dark to walk through to the bathroom in the middle of the night. 'My son is afraid of the dark. I placed the LED sensor lights in the corridor for him to help light his way if he ever needs to use the toilet at night. They have worked wonders. Everyone in the family is happy... it has saved my sleep,' she raved. Another way that DIY enthusiasts have used the light is to create a spotlight effect on feature points. The quirky lamp has already sold out online - but it's not the only light at Kmart causing a buzz recently. The Kmart LED Light with Sensor, $12, has been a popular buy since its launch and has received more than 120 five-star reviews For instance, one shopper shared a photo of how they'd placed it above their chic designer appliances. While some shoppers appreciated the light for its aesthetic capabilities, others were impressed by it on a purely practical level. The only complaint was that the product is so popular, it's often sold out. 'Shame that these are so hard to come by as they are fantastic,' a disappointed shopper wrote.
West Australian
26-07-2025
- Entertainment
- West Australian
STM Loves: Corteo by Cirque du Soleil, Good Day Sunshine, Saben, Kmart and Si Paradiso
Demand for this production has seen it add 25 shows to its Australian tour, which starts in Perth next month. The performance, which has attracted 12 million spectators in 30 countries since its 2005 debut in Montreal, involves 53 artists, eight musicians and six comedians, as well as more than 175 costumes. Corteo, which means cortege in Italian, is based on a joyous funeral procession imagined by a clown and features a central stage, with the two halves of the audience facing each other. It will be at RAC Arena on selected dates from August 8-17, before heading to Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Adelaide. See . Kick off summer right by dancing the night away to some of Australia's favourite acts at this Margaret River music festival. This year taking over Gloucester Park in the heart of Margs, the stacked line-up includes Boy & Bear, Meg Mac, The Teskey Brothers and The Beautiful Girls. Tickets and more details available at . Following a successful collaboration with popular activewear brand Nagnata on its Australian Fashion Week runway, this New Zealand based accessory brand is launching its first drop — and we're liking what we see. Called Mirage, the collection focuses on craftsmanship and design for leather bags and accessories that capture the quiet luxury feel in its range of different silhouettes. Perfect for everyday use to statement weekend wear. View the full collection at . Kmart have released their new August Living range featuring kitsch, contemporary pieces that don't break the bank. Bold colours and playful shapes are a fun way to spruce up your bedroom or living area this winter. We particularly love the colourful crockery and have our eyes on the $19 Nico portable rechargeable lamp when it comes back in stock. Shop in-store or online at . Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre will soon host an exhibition by British artist David Shrigley, one of the UK's most recognisable contemporary artists, that invites visitors to swap their own tennis ball with one of the 10,000 pristine balls lining 1km of the gallery's shelving. The interactive installation, part of Fremantle Festival: 10 Nights in Port, runs between August 4 and September 7, with a free ball hunt for kids taking place on August 9. For more information visit . In foodie news: former Noma chef, Ben Ing, joins the team at Si Paradiso in a creative development role. The popular Italian venue also invites Larissa Goncalves into its head chef role, with the duo rolling out their creative new menu this week.
