Brazil Bag
To help set the mood and give you a taste of Brazil, we decided to ask some of our favourite Brazilian inspired companies to help us create a special gift bag for congress participants.
Upon registration, the Brazil Bag will be given to the first 400 full congress pass holders* and it will be packed full of goodies, and special offers, from Brazil with love!
* Doesn't include one day congress pass holders.
Here's a peek at what will be inside:
Aveda™
Aveda™ has built its reputation in the beauty industry on environmental leadership and responsibility. In 2009 the company celebrated its 30th anniversary with the re-launch of its Uruku makeup collection, which celebrates the culture and heritage of the Yawanawa peoples of the Brazilian Amazon.
From Brazil to Aveda, Uruku reflects how indigenous art and culture can inspire modern beauty.
Watch the video: The Story of Brazilian Uruku
Click here to find out more about the full Aveda range.
When you receive your “Brazil Bag” you will have the pleasure of experiencing 3 Aveda products, specially selected for their suitability to our Queensland tropical climate. Plus ‘Our Treat’ card which entitles you to an Aveda sensory ritual – valued at $20.
Boon-Dah Jeans
Inspired by the streets of Brazil, Boon-Dah Jeans (Portuguese for beautiful booty) are the hottest jeans to hit Australia! Established in 2006 by Ceo and Designer Rebecca Davis, Boon-Dah Jeans have taken the globe by storm, featured in magazines such as 3D world and stocked in stores throughout Iceland, Germany and America.
Catering to the premium denim market Boon-Dah's unique patented knitted denim, made from a mix of cotton and spandex, is transeasonal, durable and extremely comfortable. Wearing a pair of Boon-Dah Jeans is like wearing nothing at all!
Boon-Dah jeans can compliment a fuller woman's natural curves and enhance a slender woman's shape; they must be tried to be believed!
With individual features that give a personal touch including a city nickname stitched in the fly, the Brazilian flag on the keychain pocket, and an embroidered logo surrounded by genuine Swarovwski rhinestones. Available in a rainbow of colours and four distinctive styles - skinny, straight, wide and boot cut, Boon-Dah Jeans bring the rhythm and heart of sensuous Brazil to life!
I am passionate about providing Boon-Dah's Brazilian inspired jeans to women Australia wide.
Rebecca Davis
CEO and designer of Boon-Dah Jeans
As a special treat, Boon-Dah Jeans are putting an exclusive "Buy one pair of jeans, get the second pair half price!" offer in the Brazil Bag. They will also be running a market stall at Brazil Central and the first 50 people that come to the stall to buy one pair of jeans will get the second pair free!
Visit Boon-Dah on Facebook and see the full 2009 collection.
Gym Funky
If you want to look more Brazilian in your next dance class, Gym Funky is the best source of top quality, stylish Brazilian activewear within Australia, stocking leading brands such as Bia Brazil, Blue Fish Sport and Fitness Fit.
Especially selected for their quality, relaxed appearance and funky styles the range is diverse with cuts to suit all shapes and sizes, a variety of colours in anything from tank tops to capris and shorts.
Online shopping is always available at www.gymfunky.com.au, or you can shop in person at their funky new store at Westfield Chermside, only 15 mins from Brisbane's CBD.
"Being a dancer, it is very important to be comfortable as well as look good while training and dancing.
Gym Funky makes you stay dry, cool and comfortable and that is exactly what I always look for."
Luda Kroitor
Current & 5 Times World Salsa Champion
Strictly Dancing Champion
Dancing With The Stars Champion
To get a taste of the Gym Funky range you will be able to "Buy one item, get 20% off the second item", plus go into the draw to win an outfit to the value of $150; when you receive your Brazil Bag!
Secrets of Brazil
Secrets of Brazil bring the exotic flavours of Brazil to your doorstep with Sufresh, Loko Coco and Vittal.
The Sufresh product range starts with Sufresh Juice; such as mango, grape and even cashew, and then extends into Sufresh Fit; fruit juice with all the flavour but less calories, Sufresh Soy; fruit juice with the added benefit of soy, and finally Sufresh Power; fruit juice with a power boost of açai.
Loko Coco is the healthy, natural alternative to sports drinks. Made from young coconut water, Loko Coco is rich in electrolytes, gluten free, low in fat, carbohydrates and sugar.
For those needing more of a lift, Vittal is the new guarana drink. Considered a health tonic in Brazil, guarana drinks are as popular as their cola based competitors!
You will be able to quench your thirst at the Secrets of Brazil stall, but to get you started, they have made sure that each Brazil Bag includes a can of Guarana for you to try!
Beach Brasil
Of course the Brazil Bag would not be complete without Brazilian swimwear and we have found not only a range that caters for men and women, but is made right here in Brisbane, with Australian fabric!
Beach Brasil uses only the finest quality materials to produce an extensive range of mix and match bikinis and underwear with an authentic Brazilian cut. All bright coloured bikinis are double lined and even the models in white are guaranteed not to be see-through.
For men, Beach Brasil have introduced the sunga (soon-ga) the Brazilian alternative to traditional "Aussie togs".
Whilst Beach Brasil can be found in more discerning swimwear shops and boutiques, you can find the entire range online at http://www.beachbrasil.com/
You will find a Beach Brasil postcard in every Brazil Bag, offering a 20% discount across their range. When you shop online, simply mention Brazil Central to redeem your 20% discount.