by Annie Vischer You can always rely on Givenchy to come up with cosmetics that are things of beauty, in more than one sense of the word. They look gorgeous. Both once applied, and in their cases. Their latest SS14 is no exception. Givenchy … [Read more...]
LORDE FOR MAC COLLECTION
by Annie Vischer Lorde has always put across rather an individual look. Her hair is a mass of unruly curls, nothing like the sleek bobs and beach waves of most young songstresses. Her skin is an iridescent pale, no fake tan for this one, and … [Read more...]
MAC COSMETICS GETS VILLAINOUS
by Annie Vischer Everyone's been going Maleficent crazy since the arrival of Angelina and Brad into London town. None more so, it seems, than MAC Cosmetics. They have come up with a limited edition collection of Maleficent inspired shades and … [Read more...]
AW13 TRENDS WITH BOBBI BROWN NUDE GLOW
by Annie Vischer I'm a sucker for a rosy pink, I'm a sucker for gold and I'm a sucker for glowing skin. So I was never really going to be disappointed with the new Bobbi Brown Nude Glow Collection for 2014. The range features three sections … [Read more...]
SHE WOLF: THE TOM FORD EYE TRIO
by Chrissy Iley I have rarely been stopped and asked what is that eye shadow you’re wearing, have you had a facial, have you had a holiday, have you had botox? Yes. But an eye shadow that gets notice? Never. And it’s not as if it’s a … [Read more...]
MICHAEL KORS BEAUTY AT HOUSE OF FRASER
by Annie Vischer If there's one collection to keep an eye on this year it is the Michael Kors beauty collection. Already famed for the fashion house's illustrious designs, Michael Kors launched their first beauty line in April 2013. Kors … [Read more...]
DOLCE & GABBANA SICILIAN JEWELS COLLECTION
by Annie Vischer It is no secret that Dolce & Gabbana always, and I mean always, features in my favourite catwalk beauty looks of each season. Pat McGrath's artistry is forever enchanting, and the Dolce & Gabbana products used, pure … [Read more...]
BROWN’S HOTEL: THE MERRY BERRY MANICURE
by Annie Vischer I was a little slow on the uptake with Christmas this year. I generally get rather excitable and have been known to long for the smell of a real Christmas tree, and the glitter of soft gold fairy lights from as early as … [Read more...]
LANCOME HYPNOSE ULTRA DAZZLING EYE COLOUR
by Chrissy Iley I love an eye colour that smokes, that’s textured, that stays put, that looks dramatic in a flash. All the ingredients are there with Lancôme’s eye shades that come in a pot called Hypnose Ultra Dazzling Eye Colour (£21.00). … [Read more...]
PARTY PREPARATIONS: GLO BEAUTY
by Annie Vischer BATD have recently come across something rather wonderful. A service that is sure to brighten any party preparation time right up, boost girly morale in the office and up the ante for a girls' night in. Party pamper experts … [Read more...]
BOBBI BROWN TUTORIAL: THE NEW SMOKEY EYE
It's party season so it's time to change up your smokey eye. Bobbi Brown have the new smokey eye down to an easy-to-achieve tea with their Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick (£20.00). Find out just how to use it below. … [Read more...]
LANCOME ARTLINER: A NEW BEAUTY FAVOURITE
by Chrissy Iley I am always on a mission with eyeliners to find one that is long-wearing, easy to apply and a beautiful colour. It is very easy to become set in your ways and when you find something you like you stick with it. It is very easy to … [Read more...]
BEAUTY: LINE UP!
by Chrissy Iley When I find something I love I rarely change it. I like to experiment because I’m always on a quest; the holy grail of eye pencils for instance was a task that lasted longer than the life of my dog. I found the Estee Lauder … [Read more...]
GET SMOKEY WITH AVON SUPERSHOCK
by Annie Vischer Every girl will have those beauty products that they really can't imagine life without. Whether worn every day or not, simply knowing that they are resting in a makeup bag, ready and primed for use at any point is a comfort. … [Read more...]
UNEVEN SKIN? BAREMINERALS HAVE IT COVERED!
by Chrissy Iley My tentative affair with bareMinerals began when I liked a lipstick. It was unexpectedly vibrant and juicy. I had always dismissed the idea of their powdery make-up because I thought it was difficult to use or would make the … [Read more...]
BARE MINERALS: A CRIMSON REVELATION
by Chrissy Iley I must admit I’ve always been a little bit afraid of the Bare Minerals brand with its powdery foundations and pots of eye powder that I’ve never been able to apply properly. The eye make-up has always left me looking like a … [Read more...]
GIVENCHY SETS WINTER SPARKLING
by Annie Vischer Givenchy can always be relied upon to provide something totally unique just when we're on the look out for it, whether it's the one-width wedged leather boot of last year or the half Bambi print sweater that the likes of Lily … [Read more...]
TRISH MCEVOY ILLUMINATING CREAM PALETTE
by Chrissy Iley I am very excited by Trish McEvoy’s Illuminating Cream Palette. I’m not sure a cream palette tells you exactly what it is. In fact it’s a weird description of what turns out to be a tiny box of miraculous enhancement. I’ve … [Read more...]
RIRI ❤ M∙A∙C FALL
If there's one benefit to summer being over, it's the deliciously warm, deep and creamy make up shades that are creeping in for autumn. And no where are they more daring, lavish and luscious than the new-for-October RIRI ❤ M∙A∙C collection. Our … [Read more...]
Beauty Camo
Important events have a (very mean spirited) knack of bringing out the far-from-flawlessness of my skin. Without change to my diet, beauty or make up regime it is almost inevitable that a handful of days before let's say, oh, erm, Fashion Week, my … [Read more...]
Makeup by Marc
Finally, today, the Marc Jacobs make up line goes on sale. Offering a complete (120 piece) collection including foundation, eyeliner, eyeshadows, lipsticks, glosses and polishes, we showcased images of the collection a few weeks back (scroll down!), … [Read more...]
SS13 Beauty Trend: Matte Mouth
Although a loud, bright lip is nothing groundbreaking when it comes to spring-summer beauty trends - it's the perfect way to offset a tan! - the update for this season was an unapologetically matte texture. Showcased at more shows than we can … [Read more...]
And God Created Woman. . .
by Chrissy Iley I’m a fool for marketing. When NARS first introduced the Orgasm blusher it hooked me not only to the cheek shade but to the shop itself. Once inside I realised that the NARS colours are unique – vibrant, clever, punchy, subtle … [Read more...]
Selfridges Festival Beauty Box
We love a pre-edited beauty collection; and they don't come much more on-trend than Selfridges' seasonal beauty boxes. Perfect for those 3-day or week-long festivals, this combination of eleven beauty essentials is the first-aid of makeup for any … [Read more...]