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Sep12

Further style news for the new season

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Further style news for the new season

Further easy elegance can be found in the form of exceptional yet simple monochromatic dresses this summer.  Take a look at a few of this season’s catwalk stars in order to re-create a staple ensemble.  Whether you opt to choose the caramel leather at Akris, the heavy white yet adorably sophisticated cotton at Derek Lam, or the denim at Stella McCartney, there is one major rule this season and that is to stick to simple shapes that offer a very subdued and neutral palette.  This season is all about swapping the festival fashion for a little minimal style and refreshing our wardrobes in a simple yet striking way for the new season!

However if you prone to colour and can’t quite step away from it completely then add a splash of colour in the shape of reds and oranges, as such shades will work to complement your neutrals.

Balenciaga showcased some adorable must-have pieces this season, one of the fashion favorites seemed to come in the form of the oh so simple Carmine leather shorts.  Such a piece is a great investment as it works both in the summer, yet will still carry you forward to autumn/winter 2011-12!

If you are going tochoose to keep the colour in your style then keep the cut simple and clean.  Choose a vivid orange dress such as the ones seen at Victoria Beckham, Cacharel and Calvin Klein.  Keep the accessories expensive looking and subtle for best results.

Aug29

Styling for an event

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Styling for an event

A new event in the diary often calls for a new outfit, however buying into a one of piece can be a costly procedure and one that may allow you to look amazing on the evening but be out of pocket for the rest of the month.

This is why prior to investing in a new outfit, you should think about looking into something a little versatile and something that allows you to create a ‘wow’ outfit for the occasion yet one that can also mould into another outfit for a different occasion.

Clever detailing such as additions including opaque tights, cutesy jackets, statement jewellery and flats can dress up or dress down an outfit easily in a matter of minutes!

Summer dresses in floral prints are great for both summer and cooler months.  They can be worn with sandals during the warmer months and tights and jackets on a cooler day.  A biker belt, distressed boots and a leather jacket are all great options to turn a cute girly outfit into a biker enthused piece that is perfect for another look on a different day to a different occasion!

Heels are another great way to turn a daytime style into an evening look as they add instantly add height and sophistication to the ensemble!

Are you looking for some new stylish furniture for your bedroom? Click here for Bedstar.co.uk and browse their great collection of beds, mattresses and furniture online.

Jul27

Pretty Summer Dresses for children

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Pretty Summer Dresses for children

Shopping for your children can be great fun for both you and them, although often traipsing around high streets stores with a little one in tow can result in more whinging and whining than you would like. Shopping online eliminates that risk, allowing you to browse through a wide range of products and show them to your child to make sure that he or she likes them before you spend any money. Online retailers like Ellos stock lots of different styles of kids clothing, but particularly popular at the moment are children’s summer dresses. Here are 5 of the best, available online from www.ellos.co.uk now.

1) Our first ELLOS dress is a short-sleeved kids classic, revamped for summer 2011. This vintage looking dress from Ellos comes in four different styles, each with a crew neckline, buttoned placket and elasticated cuffs. This dress is suited for younger girls, and will make them look adorable when playing outside in the summer sunshine.

2) For Hello Kitty fans, the bright pink Hello Kitty ELLOS dress is a perfect fit and will have girls looking bold and cheerful this summer, sporting their favourite cartoon character on a comfortable cotton dress.

3) Fashion isn’t just for adults, and our third ELLOS dress utilises one of the hottest runway and celebrity trends at the moment – floral print. With a plain top and a beautifully ruffled and patterned skirt, this dress will make your little girl stand out from the crowd in a choice of pastel pink or light blue.

4) At just £11 and in not one, not two but FIVE different styles, our fourth dress is an affordable addition to your child’s summer wardrobe. This comfortable dress is like an elongated t-shirt, easy to run around in and play.

5) Finally, tunic tops and dresses are definitely in at the moment, so let your child follow the trend with this fashionable tunic from ELLOS, which can be worn alone or with tights or leggings.

Jul11

A healthy approach

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A healthy approach

There are many things that benefit our health, there are also however many things that don’t and slouching is one of those things.  We may not think such a small thing makes a big difference, however slouching over your keyboard in the daily grind of work doesn’t just cause aches and pains, news just in has claimed it is linked to an unsightly double chin.

You may think this sounds ludicrous, however it in fact is very true, slouching at your desk in fact causes the muscles in your neck to shorten, which will in fact cause the face to droop slightly.

This is obviously the last thing we want, which is why we have gone out of our way to find a solution to the problem, especially as most of us spend our lives sitting next to the computer

There is a device on the market that keeps you sitting up right, once you have attached it to your office chair.  The results mean you will be sitting straighter and your hands won’t slump on the keyboard either!  You will instead leave the office minus the achy shoulders and in good form, which is great news if you have a fe cocktails with the girls planned!

Priced at just £7.99 we think this is a bargain!

Sep14

Designer label Thakoon Panichgul ignores the horrendous weather and returns back to its infamous romantic roots for 2011.

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Designer label Thakoon Panichgul ignores the horrendous weather and returns back to its infamous romantic roots for 2011.

Despite the harsh winter weather we already seem to be experiencing this season, the designer Thakoon Panichgul has still decided to create a series of romantic looks in order to transport us away from the cold and wet to a place of warmth and nature instead.

Thakoon is a label that is infamous for their romantic roots and despite last season showcasing a more tougher style, the brand have this season swapped such a look for a series of romantically styled attire for the spring and summer 2011 catwalk shows.

Such looks translate into aptly named Vanilla georgette style trapeze dresses and apricot silk millefeuille slips… even the names of the attire will transport you into a warmer fairytale environment. Other pieces included Pyjama striped silk dresses and Oxford shirts; these were drawn together with hook and eyes and then teamed with loose over organza underwear. All the outfits showcased created an almost dreamlike bedtime feel. Accessories such as silk kaftans were enthused with feather and paisley prints and the trapeze dresses were created with multi-layers of chiffon.

Despite the looks offering an overly romantic and fairytale like appeal, Thakoon still managed to create a perfect contrast between both the modern and ethereal styles; the designer even showcased an assortment of sequin dresses created in a blue python fabric and an array of snake print garments. This seems the style that is set to take over last season’s khaki ensembles and jersey tees.

Sep1

Chic accessories, holiday must haves and uber chic shoulder bags, 2010 has it all!!

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Chic accessories, holiday must haves and uber chic shoulder bags, 2010 has it all!!

The highstreet favourite Topshop have turned their nose up at towering heels this summer and have replaced such a shoe with an array of fabulous ribbon tie ballet pumps. The uber chic and overly cute pumps are available in two pastel shades as well as a statement black. These are the perfect shoes to team with all those 50’s inspired tea dresses and are priced at just £18.

If you are planning any holidays in the near future, then you’ll certainly be looking into buying a few new bikinis! Babajaan offers a luxury collection that consists of the latest swimwear styles, hic kaftans and ultimate summer dresses, all of which will have you looking uber glam on the beach, by the pool and in the bar. The fits are extremely flattering and the bikinis start from £185, all pieces can be purchased online.
So now that you have the summer shoes and luxury bikini sorted, you’ll almost certainly need a beach bag. The fashion label Kipling have introduced a series of divine printed beach bags, which are the must-have essential abroad. The front of the bag features a tropical sunset with an assortment of palm trees in yellow, navy and green hues. This particular style bag will house all your belonging safely as it can be secured via a zip across the top. The bag also comes with a handy smaller version, which is great for storing items such as sun cream, lip balm and insect repellent.

Jul12

This year’s finest fragrances

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This year’s finest fragrances

This season there are an array of fragrances on the market, from dark and seductive to fruity and floral. One such fragrance that is perfect for the summer season is Armani Code Summer Eau Fraiche. This particular perfume is priced at £39.50 for a size of 75ml and offers a seductive yet sophisticated aroma that is an interpretation of the original Armani Code, but instead offers a lighter fragrance with both fruity and fresh notes. It comes in an aesthetically pleasing casing which is slightly frosted in appearance. Once the perfume has been applied, hints of vanilla, a soft musk and white wood are revealed.

Another fragrance that is perfect for the summer months is Christian Dior’s Diorella Eau de Toilette. This fragrance again offers both floral and fruity notes yet has an add kick of fizz. The scent also features notes of peach, melon and jasmine which make it an extremely classic scent. The added kick of clove, sandalwood and vetier add an almost masculine edge to this scent.

Acqua di Parma Iris Noble Edizione Speciale Eau de Parfum is priced at £92 for 100ml and is the king in decadence. Perhaps this scent is one of the pricier on the market but then again it does sport 22-carat golden irises which adorn the casing. When applied to the skin, vanilla notes instantly blend with the warm base notes of patchouli and oak moss. Hints of ylang-ylang and ambretta can also be found featured in this equistite scent and create an extremely statement and vibrant scent and one which lingers on the skin. The casing also looks extremely pretty and is an asset to any dressing table.

Jun11

A purple haze washes this season’s catwalks.

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A purple haze washes this season’s catwalks.

A purple haze has proven to be extremely popular when regarding the spring and summer catwalk trends, a lilac colour scheme has descended into the world of fashion, proving this particular shade to be the most popular of the pastel hues.

It wasn’t only the clothes that echoed this purple trend however, an assortment of washed-out violet extensions also appeared running through the locks of various models, resembling a definite edgy surfer style. This was a hot look at Proenza Schouler where as Dior opted for high impact and bold lavender shades on the eye lids, this was teamed with contrasting strong statement intense red lips.

Dick Page at Michael Kors or layered up the metallic mauve on both the eyes and lips for a really ‘look at me’ look. Judging by the most recent catwalk shows, one thing is certainly definite, violet hues are hot for summer.

If you are a little scared of layering the look, then take inspiration from the models at Versace, the designer showcased an array of subtle yet pretty pastel styles, this style was created by the make up artist to the stars, Pat McGrath washed a subtle hint of lilac over the eye lids, this continuation of colour travelled all the way up to the brow bone and was finished with a slick of the same coloured liner along the upper lash line for that added wow factor. The rest of the face was in keeping with the spring make-up palette and was kept natural and bronzed in order to achieve that glowing and radiant sun kissed look.

Another way to add an injection of lilac colour into your look is to apply a perfect purple shade to the nails; good brands to try include Essie’s Lilacism which can be obtained for a total of £9 or alternatively Revlon’s Lilac Pastelle, which is available for a cost of £6.

Jun11

Take the lead in the world of fashion with 2010’s spring and summer hair extension trends.

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Take the lead in the world of fashion with 2010’s spring and summer hair extension trends.

This summer is certainly suggesting you make the most of your hair and by that we mean adding an injection of volume and oomph to your locks! In order to add this extra surge of energy, hairdressers and salon stylists, both backstage and in the industry are using hair extensions in extremely inventive and unique ways. This will in turn create the illusion of hair that has miraculously grown in size and volume. This new structure should be undetectable; hair extensions should both add height and maximise the appearance of your locks, just like a primer makes the most of the benefits of other make-up.

Michael john have created a new innovation in terms of hair care, entitled the Foundation Blow Dry, which is priced at £200 and can be purchased from the salon on 25 Albemarle Street in W1. The process involves attaching a total of 25 extensions to the lower layers of hair, which in turn will create a great volume boost that will grant hair with the foundation it needs to house ruffled summer waves.

Another salon that offers some serious show-stopping style is the brand Hari’s Hair & Beauty, who have launched their Glamour Red-Carpet Hair Booking. This particular treatment is priced at £150 and the prestigious salon can be found on 305 Brompton Road SW3. The process involves using semi-permanent hair extensions where the glue lasts for up to four days. This particular treatment will create the illusion of a statement full-bodied up-do that will be perfect for an evening out or alternatively any summer party’s you may have planned.

Another brand goes by the name of Inanch’s Holiday Hair extensions; these are obtainable for a cost starting at £200. The salon is situated on 220 Great Portland Street, again in W1. These extensions offer perfect surfer style and are able to withstand elements such as sea salt, oils and even chlorine and will stay looking in tip top condition for up to three months.

May28

Pretty in print, work this season’s top trend.

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Pretty in print, work this season’s top trend.

With summer fast approaching it’s time to add a little drama to your wardrobe and exotic prints are the perfect way to spice up any look. This season certainly has some great prints to choose from. Work a statement look and team mix and match muted prints in out of the ordinary animal fabrics, make sure these are bold and bright in colour and opt for tribal styles or alternatively you can opt for a more subtle approach and add an embellished sandal with fringe detail to an outfit already in your current wardrobe. Sam Edelman has introduced some must-have gladiator style sandals in leopard print; they are priced at £102 and can be obtained from the online fashion store, My Wardrobe. To finish the look add a statement beaded cuff, wooden and gold enthused style seem to be all the rage on the catwalk. Diane von Furstenberg showcased an array of statement cuffs that truly echo African style, the oversized bands come in an assortment of colours and each has been woven into the band.

Take a little inspiration from this season’s designers, the brand Opening Ceremony have released a gorgeous gathered dress created using a burnt orange and intense blue palette, this is a perfect piece for a lunch date in the city or alternative a holiday abroad. It can be worn with either sandals or alternatively heels to dress the look up. This particular item is available from Harvey Nichols and is priced at £310.