It's been just over a year since Net-a-Porter founder, Natalie Massenet left her company but there are no signs of her slowing down after announcement of her joining fashion e-commerce platform FARFETCH as co-chairman. Natalie announced the … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2017
OUT NOW: SHERLOCK HOLMES AUDIBLE READ BY STEPHEN FRY
Sherlock Holmes and Stephen Fry fans - today you're in luck because Audible have announced that Stephen Fry has narrated the entire Sherlock Holmes collection and its all available to listen now. With over 70 hours on Audiable, we have a … [Read more...]
DETOX KITCHEN: GUILT-FREE PANCAKES
The Detox Kitchen has given us the perfect guilt-free recipe just in time for Pancake Day! Not that we should feel guilty for indulging, but how could you resist something so good, that’s also dairy free, gluten free, and refined sugar … [Read more...]
REFRESH & CONDITION HAIR WITH NEW BATISTE
By Vesi Maslenishka Batiste dry shampoo has just taken things to the next level. Their new 2 in 1 dry dry shampoo also conditions hair so no more dry roots. I think for me, I don't use dry shampoo unless I really need to because my roots feel … [Read more...]
D&G TROPICAL SPRING COLLECTION 2017
By Vesi Maslenishka We're craving sunshine here at BATD but D&G's Tropical Spring collection was just what we needed to inject a bit of sunnier vibes to our day. The vibrant colours of the collection are sweeping us up and transporting us … [Read more...]
NARS NEW SPRING MAKEUP COLLECTION
By Vesi Maslenishka We're saying goodbye to winter and hello to spring with some help from NARS Spring 17 Colour Collection. Their new collection features burnt reds, sky blues and wildflower shades. You can find shadows, lipsticks and lip … [Read more...]
PIP & NUT X PROPERCORN NUTTY PANCAKE RECIPE
By Vesi Maslenishka We recently shared the benefits of nut butters with you and as it's pancake day tomorrow and we've just come across the nuttiest recipe by Pip & Nut and PROPERCORN. So if you're still looking for something different … [Read more...]
OSCARS 2017 WINNERS
By Vesi Maslenishka For those who didn't watch the Oscars last night, let us start by saying that the whole thing was very Miss Universe 2016. But why you ask? Well the presenters announced the wrong winner for best picture... We know, … [Read more...]
DIANA: HER FASHION STORY EXHIBITION
Today is the opening day of Diana: Her Fashion Story, the hugely anticipated exhibition taking place at Kensington Palace. The new exhibition is in memory of the late Princess, celebrating her life through her fashion. You'll be taken through the … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: THE SECRET SCRIPTURE
The Secret Scripture is a moving adaptation from the successful novel by Sebastian Barry. The popularity of the book won it the Costa book prize award and it was even shortlisted for the Man Booker. Now we can see it come to life and we can barely … [Read more...]
STILA: GLITTER UNDERGROUND
Think 70's disco glitter glam - we adore Stila's latest collection made up of glitter golds and copper crystals. Ok, so we're a little bit in obsessed with Stila's Metal glitter shadows. We recently tried their Gold Goddess glitter shade and … [Read more...]
FARROW & BALL PAINT TRENDS 2017
By Vesi Maslenishka Last year, 2016, was pink but 2017 is green - or shall we say 'greenery' according to Pantone colour experts. So, naturally everything from beauty and fashion, to interiors has taken inspiration from the 2017 colour. Farrow and … [Read more...]
WIN! AMERICAN HONEY ON DVD!
To celebrate the DVD release of American Honey, available now, we have three DVD's to give away! Visionary award-winning filmmaker Andrea Arnold (Fish Tank, Wuthering Heights) brings her critically acclaimed first film set in America to … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: THE HOUSE
Will Ferrell and Amy Poehler star in new comedy, The House. Scott and Kate Johansen (Will Ferrell and Amy Poehler) star in upcoming comedy The House. As the duo lose their daughter Alex's college fund, they panic and become desperate to get the … [Read more...]
DKNY LIMITED SUMMER FRAGRANCE
From New York to London - DKNY are bringing their limited edition fragrance collection inspired by artists and culture from NYC to London. DKNY fans, this one is for you - the latest limited edition summer collection offers a fragrance for him and … [Read more...]
BRIT AWARDS TONIGHT
Taking place at the O2 Arena in London tonight, are the Brit Awards! Dermot O'Leary and Emma Willis are hosting the music awards ceremony, and will present the awards for categories like British Single, British Breakthrough and MasterCard British … [Read more...]
LFW ROUNDUP
By Hannah Fox We all knew London Fashion Week was going to whirl past us, but it never ceases to surprise me how fast it goes by. Here are some of our favorite highlights that went down on and off the runway: Central St. Martins 2017 class wows … [Read more...]
ALISON KRAUSS TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM
It's been seventeen years since US country singer Alison Krauss has released an album, but this March she is returning with her new album, Windy City. The 27 times Grammy Award winner is making a heartfelt comeback with the release of her … [Read more...]
IMELDA MAY NEW ALBUM
Irish singer, Imelda May, recently released her single ‘Call Me’ from her forthcoming album ‘Life Love Fresh Blood’ which will be out April 7th. The critically acclaimed singer release her beautiful video for her single last year and ever since we … [Read more...]
MARKUS LUPFUR IMPRESSES LFW
By Hannah Fox My jaw dropped as we walked into the Markus Luper presentation on Saturday afternoon. Located on the 10th floor of the Blue Fin building, the all-white room was decorated with beautiful models and an even more beautiful collection of … [Read more...]
KOLCHAGOV BARBA AW17 TURNS HEADS
By Hannah Fox On Friday night we were lucky enough to make the list at the Kolchagov Barba AW17 show. The brand has been around since 2011, and continues to stun with designs that feature Swarovski crystals, hand woven lace, and other luxury … [Read more...]
REVOLUTION – RUSSIAN ART AT THE ROYAL ACADEMY
By Debbie Djordjevic When you think of Socialist Russian art it is easy to immediately think of the strong and strident images of communist era posters, however Revolution - Russian Art 1917-1932 delves into the dazzling creativity which came into … [Read more...]
BENEFIT FLAWLESS OXYGEN MAKEUP REVIEW
By Chrissy Iley I wasn’t really looking for a new foundation. I find it quite unsettling to experiment in that department. So I rarely do - I am a Nars Mont Blanc and that's the way I like it. Creamy but easy. I don’t want it to be too heavy, I … [Read more...]
THE PURSUIT OF PERFECT SKIN
As much as we don’t like to admit it, we all get the occasional spot or blemish. Some skin types are more prone to blemishes than others, but it’s something we all have to deal with at least from time to time. It seems like more recently than … [Read more...]