Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Justin Bieber is the only guy in Seventeen’s Style Stars of 2010.The 16-year-old musician admitted that his hair is main draw to his style.Justin shared, “I think the girls like my hair, so I’m going to let it stick around for a while. I really don’t think anyone’s ever done this kind of thing with their hair: I just wake up, blow-dry it, and just shake it. And continue to shake it throughout the
Justin Bieber is the only guy in Seventeen’s Style Stars of 2010.The 16-year-old musician admitted that his hair is main draw to his style.Justin shared, “I think the girls like my hair, so I’m going to let it stick around for a while. I really don’t think anyone’s ever done this kind of thing with their hair: I just wake up, blow-dry it, and just shake it. And continue to shake it throughout the
Justin Bieber is the only guy in Seventeen’s Style Stars of 2010.The 16-year-old musician admitted that his hair is main draw to his style.Justin shared, “I think the girls like my hair, so I’m going to let it stick around for a while. I really don’t think anyone’s ever done this kind of thing with their hair: I just wake up, blow-dry it, and just shake it. And continue to shake it throughout the
Justin Bieber is the only guy in Seventeen’s Style Stars of 2010.The 16-year-old musician admitted that his hair is main draw to his style.Justin shared, “I think the girls like my hair, so I’m going to let it stick around for a while. I really don’t think anyone’s ever done this kind of thing with their hair: I just wake up, blow-dry it, and just shake it. And continue to shake it throughout the
Justin Bieber is taking over Radio Disney!The 16-year-old musician chatted with host Ernie D about his new tune, “Pray,” which he will also be performing at the 2010 American Music Awards next week.Justin shared, “‘Pray’ is one of my favorite songs I’ve ever recorded. It’s very motivational and really inspiring. It definitely is able to touch people…There’s so many songs about love, and it’s just
Justin Bieber is taking over Radio Disney!The 16-year-old musician chatted with host Ernie D about his new tune, “Pray,” which he will also be performing at the 2010 American Music Awards next week.Justin shared, “‘Pray’ is one of my favorite songs I’ve ever recorded. It’s very motivational and really inspiring. It definitely is able to touch people…There’s so many songs about love, and it’s just
Justin Bieber is taking over Radio Disney!The 16-year-old musician chatted with host Ernie D about his new tune, “Pray,” which he will also be performing at the 2010 American Music Awards next week.Justin shared, “‘Pray’ is one of my favorite songs I’ve ever recorded. It’s very motivational and really inspiring. It definitely is able to touch people…There’s so many songs about love, and it’s just
Justin Bieber is taking over Radio Disney!The 16-year-old musician chatted with host Ernie D about his new tune, “Pray,” which he will also be performing at the 2010 American Music Awards next week.Justin shared, “‘Pray’ is one of my favorite songs I’ve ever recorded. It’s very motivational and really inspiring. It definitely is able to touch people…There’s so many songs about love, and it’s just

Justin Bieber: 'Pray' Preview!

Check out the new cover of Justin Bieber’s upcoming My World Colllection!The new record will feature unplugged songs from his upcoming acoustic album along with songs from his first two albums, My World and My World 2.0.My World Collection will also feature a new track called “Pray,” which you can hear a sneak peek of below.The album will hit shelves on Black Friday — the day after Thanksgiving

Justin Bieber: 'Pray' Preview!

Check out the new cover of Justin Bieber’s upcoming My World Colllection!The new record will feature unplugged songs from his upcoming acoustic album along with songs from his first two albums, My World and My World 2.0.My World Collection will also feature a new track called “Pray,” which you can hear a sneak peek of below.The album will hit shelves on Black Friday — the day after Thanksgiving

Justin Bieber: 'Pray' Preview!

Check out the new cover of Justin Bieber’s upcoming My World Colllection!The new record will feature unplugged songs from his upcoming acoustic album along with songs from his first two albums, My World and My World 2.0.My World Collection will also feature a new track called “Pray,” which you can hear a sneak peek of below.The album will hit shelves on Black Friday — the day after Thanksgiving

Justin Bieber: 'Pray' Preview!

Check out the new cover of Justin Bieber’s upcoming My World Colllection!The new record will feature unplugged songs from his upcoming acoustic album along with songs from his first two albums, My World and My World 2.0.My World Collection will also feature a new track called “Pray,” which you can hear a sneak peek of below.The album will hit shelves on Black Friday — the day after Thanksgiving

Justin Bieber: My Female Fragrance Will Be Big, Really Big

Not many of our readers were excited about the news of Justin Bieber’s new fragrance line.The 16-year-old musician opened up to People mag about the scent, sharing, “Most male celebrities do male colognes for other males. I think that me making a female fragrance is just a different idea and I think it’s going to be successful. I’m just really, really excited about it. It’s going to be really big

Justin Bieber: My Female Fragrance Will Be Big, Really Big

Not many of our readers were excited about the news of Justin Bieber’s new fragrance line.The 16-year-old musician opened up to People mag about the scent, sharing, “Most male celebrities do male colognes for other males. I think that me making a female fragrance is just a different idea and I think it’s going to be successful. I’m just really, really excited about it. It’s going to be really big

Justin Bieber: My Female Fragrance Will Be Big, Really Big

Not many of our readers were excited about the news of Justin Bieber’s new fragrance line.The 16-year-old musician opened up to People mag about the scent, sharing, “Most male celebrities do male colognes for other males. I think that me making a female fragrance is just a different idea and I think it’s going to be successful. I’m just really, really excited about it. It’s going to be really big

Justin Bieber: My Female Fragrance Will Be Big, Really Big

Not many of our readers were excited about the news of Justin Bieber’s new fragrance line.The 16-year-old musician opened up to People mag about the scent, sharing, “Most male celebrities do male colognes for other males. I think that me making a female fragrance is just a different idea and I think it’s going to be successful. I’m just really, really excited about it. It’s going to be really big

Justin Bieber Fist Pumps with Ellen DeGeneres

Justin Bieber throws his fist in the air while showing Ellen DeGeneres some dance moves during an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which airs Wednesday (November 3).When Ellen asked the 16-year-old pop superstar about dating, Justin coyly alluded to going on a date with Selena Gomez!Justin said that he and BFF Jaden Smith went to a football game with Jaden’s dad Will, and Selena just

Justin Bieber Fist Pumps with Ellen DeGeneres

Justin Bieber throws his fist in the air while showing Ellen DeGeneres some dance moves during an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which airs Wednesday (November 3).When Ellen asked the 16-year-old pop superstar about dating, Justin coyly alluded to going on a date with Selena Gomez!Justin said that he and BFF Jaden Smith went to a football game with Jaden’s dad Will, and Selena just

Justin Bieber Fist Pumps with Ellen DeGeneres

Justin Bieber throws his fist in the air while showing Ellen DeGeneres some dance moves during an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which airs Wednesday (November 3).When Ellen asked the 16-year-old pop superstar about dating, Justin coyly alluded to going on a date with Selena Gomez!Justin said that he and BFF Jaden Smith went to a football game with Jaden’s dad Will, and Selena just

Justin Bieber Fist Pumps with Ellen DeGeneres

Justin Bieber throws his fist in the air while showing Ellen DeGeneres some dance moves during an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which airs Wednesday (November 3).When Ellen asked the 16-year-old pop superstar about dating, Justin coyly alluded to going on a date with Selena Gomez!Justin said that he and BFF Jaden Smith went to a football game with Jaden’s dad Will, and Selena just

Guys Write For Guys Read

Scieszka, J. (2005). Guys write for guys read. New York, NY: Viking.From one of the funniest authors, ever, Job Scieszka brings this amazing collection of short stories just for guys, and guys, alone. In this star studded collection, in my opinion, 'tweens boys will not only enjoy the comedic stories from Dav Pilkey and Gordon Kormin, but well known authors such as Jerry Pikney, Paul O. Zelinsky,

Guys Write For Guys Read

Scieszka, J. (2005). Guys write for guys read. New York, NY: Viking.From one of the funniest authors, ever, Job Scieszka brings this amazing collection of short stories just for guys, and guys, alone. In this star studded collection, in my opinion, 'tweens boys will not only enjoy the comedic stories from Dav Pilkey and Gordon Kormin, but well known authors such as Jerry Pikney, Paul O. Zelinsky,

Guys Write For Guys Read

Scieszka, J. (2005). Guys write for guys read. New York, NY: Viking.From one of the funniest authors, ever, Job Scieszka brings this amazing collection of short stories just for guys, and guys, alone. In this star studded collection, in my opinion, 'tweens boys will not only enjoy the comedic stories from Dav Pilkey and Gordon Kormin, but well known authors such as Jerry Pikney, Paul O. Zelinsky,

Guys Write For Guys Read

Scieszka, J. (2005). Guys write for guys read. New York, NY: Viking.From one of the funniest authors, ever, Job Scieszka brings this amazing collection of short stories just for guys, and guys, alone. In this star studded collection, in my opinion, 'tweens boys will not only enjoy the comedic stories from Dav Pilkey and Gordon Kormin, but well known authors such as Jerry Pikney, Paul O. Zelinsky,

Too Old for This, Too Young For That!

Mosatche, H. S., & Unger, K. (2000). Too old for this, too young for that! your survival guide for the middle-school years. Minneapolis, MN: Free Spirit Pub. This self-help book for 'tweens contains a variety information that will help them survive puberty, relationships, coping with emotions, and dealing with parents. This book provides practical advice and exercises to help teens cope with the

Too Old for This, Too Young For That!

Mosatche, H. S., & Unger, K. (2000). Too old for this, too young for that! your survival guide for the middle-school years. Minneapolis, MN: Free Spirit Pub. This self-help book for 'tweens contains a variety information that will help them survive puberty, relationships, coping with emotions, and dealing with parents. This book provides practical advice and exercises to help teens cope with the

Too Old for This, Too Young For That!

Mosatche, H. S., & Unger, K. (2000). Too old for this, too young for that! your survival guide for the middle-school years. Minneapolis, MN: Free Spirit Pub. This self-help book for 'tweens contains a variety information that will help them survive puberty, relationships, coping with emotions, and dealing with parents. This book provides practical advice and exercises to help teens cope with the

Too Old for This, Too Young For That!

Mosatche, H. S., & Unger, K. (2000). Too old for this, too young for that! your survival guide for the middle-school years. Minneapolis, MN: Free Spirit Pub. This self-help book for 'tweens contains a variety information that will help them survive puberty, relationships, coping with emotions, and dealing with parents. This book provides practical advice and exercises to help teens cope with the

Fetiche shoes


El calzado Fetiche del día de hoy se lo lleva este genial par de botines del maestro Loubutin! Geniales no?!

Fetiche shoes


El calzado Fetiche del día de hoy se lo lleva este genial par de botines del maestro Loubutin! Geniales no?!

Aris


La nueva cara de la agencia Flash, Aris, es fotografiado y estilizado por Riccardo Slavik. Provocativo y genial, usando desde el leather de Tom Rebl, el fino trabajo de Burberry pasando por la genial Vivienne Westwood y otras marcas.







Aris


La nueva cara de la agencia Flash, Aris, es fotografiado y estilizado por Riccardo Slavik. Provocativo y genial, usando desde el leather de Tom Rebl, el fino trabajo de Burberry pasando por la genial Vivienne Westwood y otras marcas.







Royal Wedding: Location, location, location

So, the scene of the Royal Wedding on 29 April next year:


Two weeks ago I spent the day in London with my dad at Westminster and passed by Westminster Abbey, where just hours later Kate Middleton made a visit.

Are you excited about the prospect of the Royal Wedding?

Shopping for Jewelry Now

Are you ready to do some shopping for jewelry items such as bracelets, earrings, necklaces, rings, or watches? Even if you do not plan to shop for gifts, maybe it is time to do a little shopping for yourself. Why don't you get off the computer and shop for jewelry right now... Actually, I guess their is no need to get off the computer. In today's modern world, it is just as easy to buy

Shopping for Jewelry Now

Are you ready to do some shopping for jewelry items such as bracelets, earrings, necklaces, rings, or watches? Even if you do not plan to shop for gifts, maybe it is time to do a little shopping for yourself. Why don't you get off the computer and shop for jewelry right now... Actually, I guess their is no need to get off the computer. In today's modern world, it is just as easy to buy

Facial Cream For Dry Skin Make Sure Yours Isnt Causing More Harm Than Good

If youre looking for facial cream for dry skin, you really need to learn about the effective ingredients, before you buy anything. Many of the products on the market do not actually contain moisturizers. The only benefit they provide is to help lock in the skins moisture, which can be a double-edged sword.If perspiration and sebum cannot get out of the pores, then the follicles containing the

Facial Cream For Dry Skin Make Sure Yours Isnt Causing More Harm Than Good

If youre looking for facial cream for dry skin, you really need to learn about the effective ingredients, before you buy anything. Many of the products on the market do not actually contain moisturizers. The only benefit they provide is to help lock in the skins moisture, which can be a double-edged sword.If perspiration and sebum cannot get out of the pores, then the follicles containing the

Choosing Your Oak Flooring

Many beautiful homes have similar attributes when it comes to floors…solid oak flooring. Oak floors stand up to the test of time and they add elegance and a feeling of warmth to a home. Quality floors adds value to a home and homeowners that have children or pets find oak easier to clean than carpet.Hardwood floors are highly recognized for durability. This flooring is constructed from trees that

Choosing Your Oak Flooring

Many beautiful homes have similar attributes when it comes to floors…solid oak flooring. Oak floors stand up to the test of time and they add elegance and a feeling of warmth to a home. Quality floors adds value to a home and homeowners that have children or pets find oak easier to clean than carpet.Hardwood floors are highly recognized for durability. This flooring is constructed from trees that

Choosing New LCD TV Stands

When it comes to looking for new LCD TV stand that you can use, there are a number of different options to choose from. Buying an LCD TV is a great decision for you to make, if you are the type of person that loves to have the best quality picture for watching TV, movies and playing games. There are a whole load of great features that come with these televisions that make them worth owning. When

Choosing New LCD TV Stands

When it comes to looking for new LCD TV stand that you can use, there are a number of different options to choose from. Buying an LCD TV is a great decision for you to make, if you are the type of person that loves to have the best quality picture for watching TV, movies and playing games. There are a whole load of great features that come with these televisions that make them worth owning. When

Choosing the Furniture Color That Best Fits You

We all know that the interior of our houses and homes are very essential to our feelings and emotional well-being. There are many things you can style your house with, from paintings and images, to sculptures up to the color your wall is painted in. But many people forget the main part of the interior design: The furniture itself. There are many different pieces counting as furniture or being

Choosing the Furniture Color That Best Fits You

We all know that the interior of our houses and homes are very essential to our feelings and emotional well-being. There are many things you can style your house with, from paintings and images, to sculptures up to the color your wall is painted in. But many people forget the main part of the interior design: The furniture itself. There are many different pieces counting as furniture or being

Tips For Elegant Home Decor

A beautiful and comfortable home is every person's dream. For most people, comfort is not the only criteria; they also want their homes to look the best. This includes the right furniture, right mix of colors, and the right decorative pieces. Home decor is usually done with a lot of care and planning.Thematic DecorationTo decorate a home, a person needs to consider a few important things and also

Tips For Elegant Home Decor

A beautiful and comfortable home is every person's dream. For most people, comfort is not the only criteria; they also want their homes to look the best. This includes the right furniture, right mix of colors, and the right decorative pieces. Home decor is usually done with a lot of care and planning.Thematic DecorationTo decorate a home, a person needs to consider a few important things and also

Why You Should Research And Buy Skin Care Products Online

When you go to buy skin care products, limited information may be available about what those products really are and what they can do. If you are buying skin care online, you may have the luxury of getting more information about product ingredients before you purchase. Learning to read labels and research before you buy it can save you an enormous amount of time and money.Buy Skin Care Products

Why You Should Research And Buy Skin Care Products Online

When you go to buy skin care products, limited information may be available about what those products really are and what they can do. If you are buying skin care online, you may have the luxury of getting more information about product ingredients before you purchase. Learning to read labels and research before you buy it can save you an enormous amount of time and money.Buy Skin Care Products

All Kinds of Women's Sweaters

Most people consider sweaters to be cold- weather clothing. Most sweaters are made from fleece, wool, or other materials designed to keep you warm.However, they are not normally seen as a desirable article of clothing to be worn when it is warm out and the body is prone to perspire even without the help of suffocating garments. So why would anyone consider wearing a sweater in warm weather?

All Kinds of Women's Sweaters

Most people consider sweaters to be cold- weather clothing. Most sweaters are made from fleece, wool, or other materials designed to keep you warm.However, they are not normally seen as a desirable article of clothing to be worn when it is warm out and the body is prone to perspire even without the help of suffocating garments. So why would anyone consider wearing a sweater in warm weather?

How to Take Care of Long Overstyled Hair

It is often said that long hair is like an artist's canvass, there's so much that a creative person can do with it. That being said, it is no wonder women with long hair are becoming more and more concerned about how styling is taking a toll on their long tresses. While styling makes your hair look more elegant and fashionable, frequent styling damages your hair. These damages are often hidden

How to Take Care of Long Overstyled Hair

It is often said that long hair is like an artist's canvass, there's so much that a creative person can do with it. That being said, it is no wonder women with long hair are becoming more and more concerned about how styling is taking a toll on their long tresses. While styling makes your hair look more elegant and fashionable, frequent styling damages your hair. These damages are often hidden

Extra Rooms That One Can Build Oneself

There are many modular home manufacturers on the market and many of them have a great designer service on offer too which can modify their standard designs to what the customer requires. Indeed, modular homes manufacturers will even send along a detailed plan on how to put up the building so that even a skilled amateur can get the work done.The great thing about having one of these buildings is

Extra Rooms That One Can Build Oneself

There are many modular home manufacturers on the market and many of them have a great designer service on offer too which can modify their standard designs to what the customer requires. Indeed, modular homes manufacturers will even send along a detailed plan on how to put up the building so that even a skilled amateur can get the work done.The great thing about having one of these buildings is

Spring 2010 Makeup Trends

Try on an assortment of spring 2010 makeup trends in our virtual makeup studio."Spring is about total renewal: find your best self by undergoing a makeover in our virtual makeup and hairstyling studio."For a spring-perfect look circa 2010, fake perfect skin. Blend concealer under the eyes, down the bridge of the nose and around the mouth to play up your facial contours. Follow with a water-based

Spring 2010 Makeup Trends

Try on an assortment of spring 2010 makeup trends in our virtual makeup studio."Spring is about total renewal: find your best self by undergoing a makeover in our virtual makeup and hairstyling studio."For a spring-perfect look circa 2010, fake perfect skin. Blend concealer under the eyes, down the bridge of the nose and around the mouth to play up your facial contours. Follow with a water-based

Ashley Tisdale Address

Ashley TisdaleHollywood ActorBirth Name: Ashley Michelle TisdaleBirth Date: July 2, 1985Birth Place: Monmouth County, West Deal, New Jersey, USAHeight: 5' 3''Sex: FemaleNationality: AmericanProfession: ActressFather: Mike TisdaleMother: Lisa TisdaleSister: Jennifer Tisdale Grand Mother: Arnold Morris Uncle: Ron Popei Ashley Tisdale's Address, Mailing Addresses, Fan Mail, Contact

Ashley Tisdale Address

Ashley TisdaleHollywood ActorBirth Name: Ashley Michelle TisdaleBirth Date: July 2, 1985Birth Place: Monmouth County, West Deal, New Jersey, USAHeight: 5' 3''Sex: FemaleNationality: AmericanProfession: ActressFather: Mike TisdaleMother: Lisa TisdaleSister: Jennifer Tisdale Grand Mother: Arnold Morris Uncle: Ron Popei Ashley Tisdale's Address, Mailing Addresses, Fan Mail, Contact

Ashley Tisdale Address

Ashley TisdaleHollywood ActorBirth Name: Ashley Michelle TisdaleBirth Date: July 2, 1985Birth Place: Monmouth County, West Deal, New Jersey, USAHeight: 5' 3''Sex: FemaleNationality: AmericanProfession: ActressFather: Mike TisdaleMother: Lisa TisdaleSister: Jennifer Tisdale Grand Mother: Arnold Morris Uncle: Ron Popei Ashley Tisdale's Address, Mailing Addresses, Fan Mail, Contact

Ashley Tisdale Address

Ashley TisdaleHollywood ActorBirth Name: Ashley Michelle TisdaleBirth Date: July 2, 1985Birth Place: Monmouth County, West Deal, New Jersey, USAHeight: 5' 3''Sex: FemaleNationality: AmericanProfession: ActressFather: Mike TisdaleMother: Lisa TisdaleSister: Jennifer Tisdale Grand Mother: Arnold Morris Uncle: Ron Popei Ashley Tisdale's Address, Mailing Addresses, Fan Mail, Contact

Mani of the Week: Models Own Vintage Pink


I LOVE this Models Own polish. The colour is subtle and sophisticated. The consistency of the polish makes it easy to paint two think coats.

I also think that it looks a little like I image Chanel's Khaki Rose to look that I missed out on a couple of months ago:


What do you think of the colour? What colour are you wearing this week?

Justin Bieber: I Want People to Look Up To Me

Justin Bieber hosted his first signing for his new book “Justin Bieber: First Step 2 Forever: My Story,” at Barnes and Noble on Halloween day (October 31) in Los Angeles.The 16-year-old musician caught up with Access Hollywood on what he hopes to achieve with the book. He shared, “The reason I decided to write this book at such a young age is because there is so much stuff on the Internet that is

Justin Bieber: I Want People to Look Up To Me

Justin Bieber hosted his first signing for his new book “Justin Bieber: First Step 2 Forever: My Story,” at Barnes and Noble on Halloween day (October 31) in Los Angeles.The 16-year-old musician caught up with Access Hollywood on what he hopes to achieve with the book. He shared, “The reason I decided to write this book at such a young age is because there is so much stuff on the Internet that is

Justin Bieber: I Want People to Look Up To Me

Justin Bieber hosted his first signing for his new book “Justin Bieber: First Step 2 Forever: My Story,” at Barnes and Noble on Halloween day (October 31) in Los Angeles.The 16-year-old musician caught up with Access Hollywood on what he hopes to achieve with the book. He shared, “The reason I decided to write this book at such a young age is because there is so much stuff on the Internet that is

Justin Bieber: I Want People to Look Up To Me

Justin Bieber hosted his first signing for his new book “Justin Bieber: First Step 2 Forever: My Story,” at Barnes and Noble on Halloween day (October 31) in Los Angeles.The 16-year-old musician caught up with Access Hollywood on what he hopes to achieve with the book. He shared, “The reason I decided to write this book at such a young age is because there is so much stuff on the Internet that is

Monday, November 29, 2010

Christmas Wish List #8: stylish books

I love my books and on a cold wintry afternoon I like nothing more than to curl up in front of a log fire with a good book. This year, there are a fair few style books that would look just right on my coffee table, thank you very much:





*If you're struggling to find presents for your girl friends this Christmas, check out my guide: How to... Give thoughtful presents for your girlfriends.

Monday Morning Pic-Me-Up

Sunday, November 28, 2010

Wardrobe Basics #4: V-neck Tee

The Wardrobe Basics series considers those items that form the foundation of a fully functioning wardrobe. They are those pieces that will go with anything else that you might add to your wardrobe and those pieces that you go back to season after season. This series takes each of those Basics and discusses their importance and where to buy them, for every budget. You can see the previous Basics in this series here.

A good V-neck Tee is invaluable in your wardrobe - it can be thrown on with a pair of skinny jeans or even teamed with a suit for a less corporate look. When looking for your perfect V-neck Tee, look for one in a fabric that falls easily and doesn't fit too tightly.


SAVE: ASOS Basic Slub V-neck Slouch Tee:




SPLURGE: T by Alexander Wang:


What do you think is a Wardrobe Basic?

Saturday, November 27, 2010

Something For The Weekend: fireside fancies

we heart it

As the evening's draw in and the weather gets colder and greyer, all I want to spend my time doing is tucked up in a blanket, watching feel good films with a mug of something hot (and preferably alcoholic!). It is probably no real surprise then that this week I've been mostly finding myself reading posts about how to avoid the blogging blues and how to make my blog better. If you need some help to stop losing your blogging mojo too, check out these helpful posts: Problogger's Ten Tips For Writing A Blog Post; Vogue Mornings' How Not To Lose Motivation When Blogging; and Tickle Me Chic's Get Rid of Those Blogging Blues.

I decided to update my "look" this week by dying my hair, taking inspiration from Cheryl Cole's new hair colour:

Source

I chose L'Oréal's Casting Crème Gloss in Black Cherry. It's not quite as red as Cheryl's but that suits me as I'm not sure how such a bright red might have gone down at work. It is a nice warmer colour for the Christmas party season and I love how Casting Crème Gloss always leaves my hair so shiny (I can't stop running my fingers through it!). Have you tried it?

As the temperature continues to drop and the UK wakes to a blanket of snow this weekend, remember to check out my Christmas Wish List, which this week features some lovely faux fur treats from Asos where delivery is FREE everywhere in the world before Christmas. AND they are currently offering 20% off all Asos-own-brand with the code ASOS20 until Monday (29 November). So what are you waiting for? Go get warmed up!

Despite of my hair dying, I have been in the habit of covering my head this week. Taking inspiration from this lot:

Sources: Face Hunter; The Sartorialist; and Garance Doré

This week, I have been learning "How to be Chic" and have begun moisturising every day. Yes, every morning I make sure to moisturise my legs, my arms, my décolletage, my feet, my hands and my face. If I have time, I moisturise my torse too! I use either Jergens Naturals Body Moisturiser or The Body Shop's Shea Body Butter. I am hoping that this will soon become a daily ritual that I can't live without...

My Italian, as I discovered this summer, is more than a little bit rusty, so I have been attempting to brush it off a little by reading the fabulous and bi-lingual fashion blog: The Blog of Brunette.

I am preparing to spend the weekend with my family and by that, I mean that I will be at the hosptial where my grandmother currently is with all of her (my) family around her - I just hope she can feel all of that love surrounding her. So if I am a little slow visiting your blogs and commenting, please forgive me.

How about you? How will you be spending your winter wonderland weekends?

Happy Weekend everyone!

Friday, November 26, 2010

Bargain of the Day: latte or fashion accessory?

If you've not seen the previous Bargain's, the basic premise is that for the last two weeks I have been hunting out some fashionable treats that cost no more than your daily caffeine fix (approx. £5). They might also be used a stocking filler ideas as the festive season quickly approaches!

Today's Bargain:




Thursday, November 25, 2010

Bargain of the Day: latte or fashion accessory?

If you've not seen the previous Bargain's last week, the basic premise is that for two weeks I will be hunting out some fashionable treats that cost no more than your daily caffeine fix (approx. £5). They might also be used a stocking filler ideas as the festive season quickly approaches!

Today's Bargain:


Wednesday, November 24, 2010

How to… have a very merry recessionista’s Christmas

Talk of the economic crisis and job losses and the recession do not seem to be quieting, so another Christmas rolls around and the spectre of the debt incurred by spoiling loved ones with lavish gifts rears its ugly head - again! But do not fear my lovelies, for I am here - exactly a month before Christmas Eve - to tell you how to have a splendid and sparkling Christmas without blowing your budget:


1. Last year I devoted a whole post to the idea of making your Christmas gifts - all of what I said there still stands true. Check it out and see what fabulous ideas you can glean from there.


2. I always go a little overboard when it comes to Christmas cards as I know how much I love to receive them and put them up all around our flat but the cards themselves and the postage costs can all get pretty expensive. So, why not send e-cards? I'm not a huge fan of this - for the above reasons and that I think it is a little impersonal but that's just me and for those who do do it, great!

3. If you're like me though and it just doesn't feel like Christmas without writing out your Christmas card list and sitting down to write them, then why not make them?

4. Shop the sales - I don't mean the January sales (really, who is that organised?!) but most stores seem to have sales on throughout the year. For stocking fillers and “extras” I check the sale racks, particularly the jewellery and accessory parts as these often offer the best value for money and no one can resist a lovely scarf at Christmas or a pair of sparkly earrings.


5. Host a Christmas party for close friends and bake special Christmas treats - often the effort that is put in to such a party will suffice for a gift. This year I actually plan to attempt to make my mince pies - with a little help from a jar of mincemeat and some ready-made pastry.

6. A bottle of something sparkly. For parents/grandparents/uncles/aunts/employers this seems like a perfectly acceptable gift.

7. In a similar vain, you could buy a girl friend a cocktail glass and mini versions of the components for her favourite cocktail.

8. Learn to knit - obviously this is probably something that you’d have to start for next Christmas but just think of the joy of giving someone a scarf that you had made yourself.

9. Organise a day-trip for someone - maybe buy the train tickets for them or a ticket to a museum or an exhibition that they want to see - it doesn’t have to be expensive but the recipient will no doubt be surprised and pleased by the gesture.


10. Candles. Always appreciated and if accompanied by a lovely holder they are all the more welcome.

11. Finally, if you - like many I know, myself included - you collect Boots Advantage Card Point, Nectar Points and Tesco Clubcard Points, remember these at Christmas and use these to purchase gifts. With the help of these points you might even be able to splurge on something special for someone that you might not have otherwise bought. Alternatively, use the points for your everyday spending needs and save the money you'd normally spend on these for presents.


How do you plan to celebrate Christmas this year? With the usual extravagance that goes with the event or with a little extra care?

*If you're still having problems finding gifts for your girl friends this Christmas, check out my How to... Give thoughtful presents for your girlfriends.

Bargain of the Day: latte or fashion accessory?

If you've not seen the previous Bargain's, the basic premise is that for two weeks I will be hunting out some fashionable treats that cost no more than your daily caffeine fix (approx. £5). They might also be used a stocking filler ideas as the festive season quickly approaches!

Today's Bargain:




Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Singing In The Rain


With the winter upon us again, here in the UK, and memories of last winter's snow and rain not quite a distant memory, I got to thinking about my choice of footwear for the coming inclement weather. My usual choice of ballet pumps and heels are highly unsuitable for the wet and cold so I have decide that in order to indulge in a favourite childhood pleasure of mine:

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Yep, you got it, jumping in puddles!! I have decided to invest in a pair of Hunter wellington boots. I just can't decide between these:


Or these:


What I do know is that I have to get a pair of these liners, as they'll make sure that my boots are right on trend:

I'll be in good company with my shiny new Hunter wellies. Kate Moss is a huge fan of these fantastic plastic booties:


Amongst others:


Of course, Hunter wellington boots are not the only ones available for the wet. If you're looking for something a little more bright and colourful, grab yourself a pair of these:


Or add some polka dots to your wet weather wardrobe with these:


How will you be keeping your feet warm and dry this winter time?