Make-Up Trends

Make-Up Trends

Emma Watson wears the red lipstick trend

Bold red lipstick is one of the 2008 beauty trends that's set to carry over into 2009. Harry Potter star Emma Watson paired her bright red lips with a simple coat of black mascara and a casual pony-tail with side-part.

Charlotte Casiraghi in classic red lipstick

Though Princess Caroline often leaves us wondering if she's really the daughter of style icon Grace Kelly (see Caroline's scary attempt the sheer trend if you're not sure what I mean), Charlotte causes no such doubts. The grand-daughter of the classic American screen-goddess-turned-princess carries a certain grace of her own.

Charlotte wore an elegant high-collared black gown recently, teamed with classic bold red lipstick (one of 2008's make-up trends)... a look sophisticated beyond her 21 years, and yet sweet at the same time.

Eva Green wears the bright red lipstick trend

Fair skin, blue eyes, and bright red lips. Eva Green follows one of 2008's makeup trends, with a choice of lip colour that makes her look classic rather than vampish.

With just a touch of smoky eyeshadow around her lids, the lips are the focus, meaning the overall look isn't over the top.

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Rihanna loves her bright pink lipstick

Written by Tania Braukamper on 03.04.08

It's not exactly what 2008's underwear as outerwear trend is all about, but Rihanna's H&M polka-dot bustier is certainly a match for her bold and slightly flamboyant personal style.

What is on trend, is Rihanna's bright pink lips. A makeup trend we're seeing more of, bright pink may not be for everyone but it does have a strong impact against Rihanna's darker skin tones.

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Kate Bosworth in bold pink lipstick

Written by Tania Braukamper on 28.03.08

While lipstick trends for 2008 and 2009 range far and wide, bold pink lipstick is one trend that is on the rise (read the full make-up trends guide here). Kate Bosworth was spotted last week brightening up an all-black outfit with bright pink lips and a dusting of warm blush.

Makeup, cosmetics & beauty trends 2008

Beauty and make-up trends in 2008 will take their cues from the same eras and influences that are influencing 2008's fashion and hair trends. From the bright red lips and accentuated eyebrows - channelling the 1930s' glamour of the Art Deco era - to the neo-bohemian dark eyes and sharp cheekbones - you'll find it all. Read on, and find out about all of 2008's make-up trends.

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Miranda Kerr for Victoria's Secret Christmas 2009

Miranda Kerr for Victoria's Secret Christmas 2009

With the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2009 little more than a month a way you can expect that you'll spend the coming weeks hearing plenty of the lingerie label and their angels. Naturally that includes as-cute-as-a-button model Miranda Kerr, whose photographic endeavours for Victoria's Secret's Christmas 2009 lingerie collection are now gracing Fashionising.com.

With looks that range from the simple to the seriously sexy, it should surprise no one that Victoria's Secret are covering all bases for the forthcoming Christmas period. It's a period where they'll not only hope every woman's partner will part with their cash in the pursuit of sexiness, but a period where they'll again use the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show to reaffirm their position as the world's most prominent lingerie design house.

You can see all the pictures of Miranda Kerr for Victoria's Secret Christmas 2009 by clicking on the thumbnails below.

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Laddered stockings / ripped tights fashion trend

Laddered stockings / ripped tights fashion trend

The most defining trend of the 1990s was undoubtedly grunge. And since the 80s revival has reached its peak and is on the steady decline, it's the 90s that are next in turn - grunge naturally included. This neo-grunge takes the ripped denim trend firmly in its stride; and along with it comes another 2009 and 2010 fashion trend: laddered stockings.

The first we really noticed it was on Alexander Wang's Fall 2008 runway, in which beanies, boots and ripped tights made up a look that was rock chic meets neo-grunge. Since then, it's taken quickly to the streets - featuring in many a street-style blog across the web.

How to wear it

With conviction. Wearing a crisp, corporate skirt-suit and a pair of stockings with a little ladder or two just looks like an unfortunate run-in with a sharp fingernail. On the other hand, shredded tights with studded boots and a black mini screams fashion-forwards neo-grunge chic.

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Thigh high boots / over the knee boots trend 2010

Thigh high boots / over the knee boots trend 2010

When it comes to 2010 fashion trends we're facing a year of subtlety and tradition. And while many of us will be wearing classical silhouettes and subdued colours we'll all be in need of making them pop; after all, doesn't every fashioniser want to stand out from the crowd?

For women that 'stand out' look is just about to get a whole lot easier thanks to the hottest trend for shoes in 2010: thigh high boots.

Originally I tipped that this trend would enter the wardrobes of fashion forwards women in Autumn (Fall)/Winter 2009/2010, but you've all gone ahead and worn them anyway. Yes, Summer may just be about to reach the Northern Hemisphere but seasons be damned. You want your thigh-high boots, and you want them now!

It didn't seem all that long ago that boots on women fell strictly into two domains: equestrian pursuits and 'come fuck me' boots. Thankfully society's hang ups about women in knee-high boots have long since vanished, as has a penchant for overly conservative boots. And women's boots in 2010 will be anything but conservative.

Yes, over-the-knee boots are back with a vengeance but this 2009/2010 shoe trend won't stop there. In fact, the top of your boots will be going much higher: thigh-high boots are going mainstream.

Over-the-knee and thigh-high are undoubtedly the hottest shoe trend for women in the Autumn (Fall)/Winter season, but while they scream 'sex' make sure they don't do it in the wrong way. Let's not forget, that both styles of boots are also the domain of those lovely women one sees quite frequently at night ensuring that cars don't linger for too long near street corners. So to avoid the "I wonder how much she charges" glances I recommend you also avoid two main things with any pair of over-the-knee or thigh-high boots you decide to invest in: chunky heels and a high-sheen patent finish.

Materials

If patent is to be avoided (and PVC never to be considered), then what materials do I recommend? Genuine leather, of which you're safest investment choice is classic matt black or brown. If you want a more unique colour leather, your other big choices for 2009/2010 are olive greens, greys (see Rodarte and Topshop Unique) or cream/neutral tones. Suede, the other big choice for this trend, is very much the go be it in black, brown, grey, maroon, or pretty much any other colour variation. One other material you might look at incorporating into your 2010 over-the-knee boot collection is shearling or wool lining, which makes for cosy aviation-inspired looks akin to those seen at Antonio Berardi.

Styles

Classic: for a classic or elegant take on the over-the-knee boot, your best bet is to go for a slim-fitting suede pair with a round or tapered toe. Look no further than Hermes or Isabel Marant for some perfect examples of styles that will stand the test of time.

Rock: the right pair of tight black leather over-the-knee boots screams rock-chic; tough, but sexy. Check out Ohne Titel, Yigal Azrouel, Barbara Bui and Jean Paul Gaultier for some key examples.

Futurism/Cyberpunk: building upon the cyberpunk influences of recent years, some designers have thrown an element of dark futurism into the thigh-high boot mix. Particularly evident in the wound-and-bound effects of boots by Rodarte and Topshop Unique, this is a trend I expect we'll see more of in coming seasons.

Quirky: if none of the above is quite bold enough for you, and you really want to stand out this winter, there have been many other less subtle takes on this trend to hit the runway. Louis Vuitton introduced metallics and top-to-toe laces, while Hussein Chalayan's garter-topped thigh-highs are nothing short of brazen. Do be warned though; if long-term wearability is what you're after then this is probably not the road to go down.

One other thing that you should avoid: wearing thigh-high boots in place of pants, leggings or other form of leg covers as we saw on the Prada 2009/2010 catwalk.

Where To Buy: This far out from the 2009/2010 collections actually hitting stores it's hard to guess how many smaller boutiques are already stocking above-the-knee and thigh-high boots. So do what you should always do: seek out that 100% unique vintage pair.

If vintage footwear is not your thing than refer to any of the collections from the aforementioned designers or turn to the pictures below for more inspiration. Click them for a larger view.

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Autumn (Fall) / Winter 2009 / 2010 Fashion Trends

Autumn (Fall) / Winter 2009 / 2010 Fashion Trends

As the world slowly pulls itself out of an economic depression, the Fall 2009 (Autumn 2009) season will largely define what 2010 fashion will look like. From over the knee boots to capes and cloaks, our fashion trends guide for the colder months of 2009 and 2010 will help to keep your wardrobe sorted, and your looks on the cutting edge.

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2009 Menswear Trend: Goth Ninja

2009 Menswear Trend: Goth Ninja

Goth Ninja/Batman meets Rick Owens/Dorian Gray meets Damir Doma/Japanese rock star, whatever you call it, it's hot and it's growing.

One of the biggest yet somehow underground driven trends in the last couple of years has been the Goth Ninja; and it's growing as a fashion trend in 2009. The figure hugging, black clad youths are perhaps the biggest consumers of the lesser celebrated designers. They've moved away from most big name Parisian and Milanese designers and reverted back to the Antwerp six and most recently the Tokyo 6 (or was it 7 or 8? I stopped counting after Mihara Yasuhiro).

Its origins are a little bit ambiguous but it seems to be a combination of a misconception of Japanese street wear and self made "waywt" celebrities. This makes it all the more interesting as it may not have necessarily been started out by any one designer or collection. Perhaps the closest one would be Takahiro Miyashita's Number (N)ine A/W 2006. The look has even been picked up by international celebrities such as Big Bang, and umm... well maybe more if the Sartorialist went to a Manifest exhibition which I'm sure would make the look more popular.

To the untrained eye they would definitely look stylish with no obvious logos showing but on closer inspection you would be looking at a full blown label whore. A typical outfit would demonstrate one's fashion knowledge displaying particular attention to design and detail with an expert ability to mix and match. Most outfits would consist of a basic tee from American Apparel, layered with an Ann Demeulemeester top; perhaps a Rick Owens knit and an Undercover or Martin Margiela coat. Bottoms are less daring with the elusive and figure hugging Dior Homme 17 cm jeans or a looser Comme Des Garcons drop-crotch. Throw in a Balenciaga The Day bag or a Louis Vuitton Shopper, some cheap silver accessories, a pair of very expensive Number (N)ine worn leather boot and there you have it. The look is raw, deconstructed, extremely modern but yet very controlled and still very masculine.

Fortunately you wouldn't find them rolling in pigeon blood at Flinders Street Station in Melbourne, nor would you see them running around with a samurai sword. They'd most likely be located outside of a Chanel store, distracted with stalking their female equivalents. This perhaps makes it easier to clobber them on their heads and run off with 10K worth of goods. Kidding.

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Fashionable hats for summer

Fashionable hats for summer

Summer is the time when every woman wants to show how beautiful and fashionable she is. Not only clothes take part in forming the style. Accessories are also very important; no style can be complete without a trendy necklace, bracelets or other little details. As far as during this season of the year you have to cover your head for you may get sunstroke. A hat or a bonnet may become a perfect accessory to fulfill your style and express character.

The latest trend these days is a hat made of straws. What you must have in your wardrobe is a black straw hat with wide edges and a rounded vertex girded with a band. This kind of hat is definitely the most fashionable this summer. Although black is very popular, you may choose any other dark color that would fit better with your clothes. If you're planning a trip to the beach where women commonly wear light dresses, pick a white hat and you'll look perfect.

Another fashionable way to cover your head is a cap. Of course you have to pick them very carefully and it definitely goes with sporty style or jeans. Men should pick washed pigment-dyed caps. You don't have to buy a new one and make it look as if it was used for 10 years, you'll undoubtedly find those in any fashionable shop. While men are into "dirty" style, women are suggested caps with flowers. A bright colored cap will surely make you look trendy and add charm to your appearance.

It's a must for a real lady to have a bonnet. It's very hard to define what is on top, because top is originality. Large bonnets of any color decorated with flowers and bands are always trendy; however, you may find something very different and look amazing. Bonnets are not for everyday use. Original bonnet will make you noticeable and complete your style better than any other accessory.

If you can't find a hat or a bonnet that fits to your style or your face shape, choose an original and very practical way to cover your head. Wear a turban. Yes, it's very original and fashionable. You may choose any material and tie it up any way you like. It goes perfectly with any style. Moreover, it creates a characterized style.

Crocheted hats are also popular. However, there is one problem - it's rather hard to find one in a shop, because if you'll purchase not an original one you'll certainly notice other females/males wearing the same. You have to find an originally designed one or make it yourself. You can be sure that if it'll be self-made you'll receive compliments not only for hat but also for your good work.

You have to be very careful while choosing a hat or a bonnet. However, this summer is a great chance to start wearing it, because no matter what you choose - you look trendy. You're already fashionable if you wear one! And you may feel free to experiment with various materials and forms. Being original this season means being fashionable.

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Deep V-Neck Tops: Men's Trend 2009

Deep V-Neck Tops: Men's Trend 2009

Mark my words, Deep-V T-shirts are going to be the bane of men's fashion trends in Spring-Summer 2009. For that very reason I'm thankful that the Deep V-Neck trend won't be confined to the tee.

I can tell you the exact moment it happened. Tania was posting Salvatore Ferragamo's Spring-Summer 2009 collection to the forums and with a few clicks of my mouse there he was.

Ridiculously square jawed guy.

Or should I say, ridiculously square jawed guy wearing a deep v-neck t-shirt. Scrap that, a plunging neckline. No, worse still: a douche bag neck. It was there in that brief moment of horror that I realised that Spring-Summer 2009 would see far too many young guys showing off their chests. Far too many young guys without a ridiculously square jaw, or the ridiculously defined pecks to boot.

So for that sake of little children (and my eyes), in 2009 please avoid the Deep V-Neck when it comes to t-shirts. Instead, look to the likes of Neil Barrett and Burberry Prorsum for your calling. Both have taken the Deep V to a much more natural calling: cardigans.

You see, you can't really layer a t-shirt. Or at least, I can't really imagine a way it can be done without the wearer looking like a complete twat. "Look at that chap, he's wearing two t-shirts!" or, as is more likely to be the case, "that guy has a wife-beater under his douche bag neck. Weirdo!" But a cardigan is another story. You're almost forced to layer it. Sure, the catwalk models don't need to. Their square jaws, defined pecks, and distinct lack of pubic hair allows them to get away with it. But mere mortals? They'll be able to wear deep v-neck trend to their heart's content. All the time wearing it over something.

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Fashion in Combat: Men's Military Trend 2009-2010

Fashion in Combat: Men's Military Trend 2009-2010

The military shape always has been a fashion driven trend for the colder months; but for Autumn (Fall)/Winter 2009-2010 designers such as Gareth Pugh, Alexander McQueen, John Galliano and Burberry have modified and transformed the combat uniform from the past to the now. Gareth Pugh, with one of the most unusual menswear collections for A/W 09-10 has brought inspiration from the likes of German officer overcoats from the Second World War to the metal chain mail suits that were worn under suits of armour.

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The Boys Of Summer

The Boys Of Summer

Call us fickle but it was more than just the clothes and accessories that caught our eye during the spring/summer 2010 shows. Every now and again - interspersed with the ruffles, sorbet colours and lingerie detailing that we saw in every city - there was reason to sit up straight with focused attention - the boys.

In New York, at the Tommy Hilfiger show, we were treated to a polished sort of modern gentleman, while Lacoste gave us sporty, grass court-ready boys.

Meanwhile, in Milan, the DSquared boys were ready for campfire stories at the great outdoors-inspired show and Roberto Cavalli was on form with his sexy specimens at Just Cavalli.

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From Plastic to classic

From Plastic to classic

Have you ever dreamt you would end up wearing those plastic water bottles you throw away into the recycling bin? Well, from now on you had better get used to the idea of plastic bottles as a practical drinking tool AND as a tres chique fashion statement! The eco fashion era is here.

Many designers are turning to “ECO” fashion to tell a story that reveals the current state of our environment and the difference we can make by a simple purchase of an organic cotton dress vs. a non organic cotton dress. Top designers worldwide like Stella McCartney, Issey Miyaki, Linda Loudermilk and Bono along with his wife Ali Hewson’s clothing line “EDUN” are bringing eco clothing to the runway to make a bold but promising statement not only to the world of fashion but to the world as a whole. Who says Eco friendly materials such as bamboo, soya and YES even plastic water bottles can’t look glam, chique, edgy and sexy while being functional, inexpensive and of course environmentally friendly at the same time???? Well ladies and gents here it is , Bagir Group Ltd. is the only tailored clothing company in the world to have adapted a fabric made from a combination of plastic water bottles and wool into fashionable suits that appeal to the eco-conscious customer under the EcoGIR™ name. They said “The goal is to create a suit that has the least impact on the earth, yet remains stylish and is priced the same as competitive brands”. Bagir Group markets their clothing privately and to world renowned brands such as Pierre Balmain, Nicole Miller and Simon Carter. Marks and Spencers and Sears have teamed up selling Eco-Gir suites with great success worldwide. 1 in 6 men in the UK own a Bagir tailored suit, so the hopes of a major shift to the Eco line is promising. The Bagir Group has adapted a technique for their eco line, “Eco-Gir” using a combination of plastic bottles and wool OR Organic cotton (depending on the style of suite you desire) into beautifully men’s tailored suites. This creation alone reduces 77% of carbon emissions used in suit production. Recently branching out to department stores around the globe the suites are a huge success and the best part is you can’t even tell its not pure cotton OR polyester. Top designers from around the world were given these suites as a trial to see if they could tell the difference and NOT ONE designer could tell the fabric was created with plastic bottles over virgin cotton yarns. The ingenuity of creating this fabric is not as difficult as one would imagine. Every suite uses 30 plastic water bottles that are run through the process of crushing, cleaning, followed by melting the bottles into flakes of clean plastic, then turned to fluff and from the fluff, you create the fiber. The fibers are then combined with wool or cotton and there you have it- a beautiful suite. The tailored suites are machine washable, eliminating a dry cleaning bill and the use of “PERC” the harsh chemical used in dry cleaning that runs into our drinking water. Bagir did not stop there, eliminating the use of air shipment and choosing the slower route of sea shipment once again helps to save our environment. Now available in stores around the world the Bagir Group has taken HUGE leaps to protect the environment, our pocket books and still please even the fussiest fashionista. We hope more designers will soon follow in their footsteps only proving that green isn’t just the colour of money anymore.

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Beauty has an heir

Beauty has an heir

Maybe it's the economic crisis, the hot summer or just the will for an heir. No matter what are the reasons, the outcome is very clear: many top models and celebrities are pregnant at the moment. In case you were wondering, they still have the perfect bodies, amazing smiles, tons of charisma and yes, they even manage to have sexy looking bumps! The first pregnant model is by far one of the world's most gorgeous top models. who until now was busy in all kinds of campaigns, is about to become a mother. Gisele's husband, Tom Brady, already has a child from a previous relationship. If there is one thing we can be sure about it’s that outstanding looks are in this baby's genes. Another supermodel who will soon become a super mum is Karolina Kurkova, the Victoria's Secret model. It's the first child for both Kurkova and her fiancé Archie Drury. While Gisele and Karolina are "working on" their first piece of art, Heidi Klum is now doing it for the 4th time. The 35 years old supermodel already has 3 beautiful kids, but has now decided to expand the family a little bit more. By the way, the first official answer to the question as to whether Klum is pregnant or not was given by her on her website. One of Klum's fans simply asked if she is expecting and she answered yes. Nicole Richie is also getting in on the trend. Richie's boyfriend, Joel Madden, exposed on his band's official site that he is going to be a father for the second time. In his announcement Madden thanks God for blessing him with such an amazing family. Christy Turlington, Bianca Balti, Linda Evangelista, Cindy Crawford, Carolyn Murphy, Stella Tennant and Isabeli Fontana are just some of the supermodels who raise children. Though it's hard and not always satisfying, there is nothing like coming back home and get a warm hug from your own little superstar….

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Tokyo Girls Collection

Tokyo Girls Collection

FTV brings you straight from Tokyo Japan one of the most fashionable occasions of the world - Tokyo Girls Collection

Twice a year, Japan celebrates fashion. Since 2005 the Tokyo Girls Collection (TGC) exposés a unique mix of Tokyo street fashion and music. The models who participate in the event are well known from Japanese fashion magazines. Beside the fashion show, at each Tokyo Girls Collection show a new Miss Tokyo Girl is crowned. Unlike other fashion events, not only designers and buyers can enter the Tokyo Girls event. The general public is also welcome to enjoy the show and afterwards purchase some of the clothes donated by the models. The show typically attracts crowd of over 22, 000 people. In case you are not in Japan at the moment, with Fashiontv you get the chance to experience the glamour and style of the Tokyo Girls Collection show. On September 5th, FTV broadcast LIVE from the Tokyo Girls Collection. During this week you will be able to watch the live show again from the famous Japanese fashion event.

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Exclusive and LIVE only on Fashiontv

Exclusive and LIVE only on Fashiontv

Exclusive and LIVE only on Fashiontv: Dolce & Gabbana catwalk show LIVE from Milan fashion week. Sunday, September 27th. Be there!

Dolce & Gabbana catwalk show LIVE straight from Milan fashion week The Spring / Summer 2010 D&G catwalk show Sunday, September 27th at 12:30 (GMT+1 Milan time) Dolce & Gabbana Domenico Dolce was born on September 13, 1958 and grew up in a small Sicilian village, studied fashion design and worked for his family's small clothing factory. Stefano Gabbana was born on November 14, 1962 in Venice, Italy, grew up in Milan and studied graphic design. The legendary duo of Dolce & Gabbana first met in 1980 while working as assistants in an atelier in Milan. The two went into business together two years later and continued to do free-lance Dolce & Gabbana designing for others. They held their first solo women’s wear fashion show in 1986, but it was not until the goddess herself Madonna wore one of their shirts in her movie "Truth or dare: In bed with Madonna" that they become known worldwide. Madonna loves the duo so much that in 1993 she had them exclusively design 1500 costumes for her "Girlie show" world tour. Dolce & Gabbana designs draw inspiration from Mediterranean colors, culture and classic southern Italian cinema of the 40's & 50's, their inspirational figures include Italian beauties Sophia Loren and Anna Magnani; all illustrates how their collections are always romantic, voluptuous and sensual. Later on their signature pieces were the sexy corset dresses, gangster pinstripe suits, sexy black suits, empire line jackets and floral embroidered coats continuing to flatter the female body in a glamorous modern feel. Dolce & Gabbana Loved by fashion magazines and the number one choice of Hollywood stars & music artists such as Monica Bellucci, Isabella Rossellini, Kylie Minogue, Mary J. Blige, Whitney Houston, Angelina Jolie and Madonna. Overseeing a true fashion empire, Dolce & Gabbana became one of Italy's most important and successful ready-to-wear fashion houses.

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Merci dame nature

Merci dame nature

Merci dame nature

On le dira toujours le meilleur ami de notre peau est le bon masque de soin. Avec lui « exit » les traits tirés et la mine de papier mâché. Mais attention dans le domaine on revient de loin, en effet si on compte que depuis l’antiquité ou l’on s’appliquait des onguents de coco, en passant par la renaissance ou le must de la cosmétique était l’application d’une bonne escalope premier choix sur son visage, puis dans les années 90 où l’on nous gavait de produits 10 en 1. Aujourd’hui la démarche est différente non seulement on se doit de créer des formules qui garantissent « LE » résultat, mais en plus, il faut veiller à la santé de notre bonne terre. Un respect plus que mérité ! C’est dans cette démarche que nous avons développé BIGUINE bio. Cette gamme de soins au principe actif 100% naturel et validé ECOCERT. Les peaux sèches sujettes aux tiraillements apprécieront la douceur du Masque d’Argan. Les peaux à imperfection opteront pour une formule Menthe et Camphre et les peaux sensibles voyageront au grès d’un Jardin de Provence.

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BIGUINE hair color

BIGUINE hair color

BIGUINE hair color

Si vous êtes « addict » de la coloration « at home » voici BIGUINE hair color, la nouvelle coloration permanente concoctée par mes soins.

Enrichie en huiles végétales (huile de ricin, jojoba, soja et germe de blé) plus de la vitamine E, BIGUINE hair color apporte hydratation, souplesse et brillance aux cheveux naturels ou colorés.

12 nuances ultra naturelles et tendances aux propriétés spécifiques qui renforcent l'éclat de la couleur.

La coloration crème permanente permet de favoriser la fixation des pigments de la fibre capillaire grâce à la protéine de riz qu'elle contient.

Le résultat : des cheveux ultra brillants et un résultat de « pro ».

Le kit BIGUINE hair color contient : Une paire de gants, une cape de protection, une notice, un tube de crème colorante permanente (50ml), un flacon applicateur contenant l'émulsion révélatrice (50ml), un sachet d'huiles végétales (4ml) et un sachet de soin après-coloration (15ml).

Le prix généralement constaté est de 8,20€, en vente (en France uniquement) à partir du 1er avril 2009 en grande et moyenne surface.

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Destiny

Destiny

Destiny

Destiny alone never speak for itself..yet the shaping and moulding of our own destiny is what 'Destiny' is.Life is a game,but its sometimes not fair,some hearts are broken,some dreams shattered,some destiny's stacked away,but we have to keep on living,and live to see how the story ends.Our life is a story,and everyone ought to have a happy ending,but we should have the wisdom to look for it and to look at it.

My story is a very complicated one,but im still surviving and with God's willing..i will live on,and focus on my vivid and exciting life.As a matter of fact,i call this new perception of mine as a new system of reconciliation.Ive projected my thoughts into my lucid conscience and rather let it guide me.

My interest in fashion doesn't make me different in anyway,but it boost up my confidence level,and my mental wave length might not be stretched far and wide,but i believe in what i can do and what i can create.Fashion keeps me satisfied while i aint satisfied in anything.Its my best friend and my beautifullest way of portraying things in my own way.Props to all the fashion lovers out there..you create a Heaven on Earth..Cheers everyone

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Fashion week, en direct de Chanel, Rykiel et des coulisses

Fashion week, en direct de Chanel, Rykiel et des coulisses

Fashion week, en direct de Chanel, Rykiel et des coulisses

Paris Last Day!

Renata, notre rédactrice en chef est rentrée hier soir des défilés, la tête pleine d'idées et d'images incroyables. Bruna, notre styliste, est à Paris aujourd'hui pour notre dernier jour de présence Femina à la semaine de la mode printemps été 2010. Retrouvez ses impressions en direct de son Iphone et toutes les images des coulisses sur nos pages spéciales Fashion Week.

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Absolute Vintage

Absolute Vintage

Absolute Vintage

What is it ?

I visited this place just this week, it's wonderful. Absolute Vintage stocks men & womans clothes from the 1930's to the 1980's, so there is lots to choose from. Inside you will find a huge selection of vintage shoes, & lots of scarves & bags aswell. They also have vintage Chanel here, in display cabinets. They have thoughfully placed lovely old leather seats around the shop, so you can rest your tired feet after a long day of shopping... If you are in london vintage hunting you must pay a visit!

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KATE MOSS NEW COLLECTION FOR TOPSHOP - Launch April 2nd

KATE MOSS NEW COLLECTION FOR TOPSHOP - Launch April 2nd

KATE MOSS NEW COLLECTION FOR TOPSHOP - Launch April 2nd

I have always been in love with Liberty prints and I just coudn't wait to put my eyes on Kate Moss new collection for Topshop coming this spring. Then, I was taking a look at topshop.com and I found out this sneak peak, I was very disappointed... I just don't like anything from this preview! Am I the only one who doesn't understand her genious anymore or what??? Let me hear what you think about it

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Interview with Eloise Grey: The tweed queen on shops, literature and British design

Interview with Eloise Grey: The tweed queen on shops, literature and British design

Interview with Eloise Grey: The tweed queen on shops, literature and British design

Eloise Grey is the living and walking image of her brand: quintessentially elegant and very British. Though relatively new to the fashion scene, her timeless collection of expertly tailored tweed separates has garnered interest from high profile buyers. Before the opening of her new Farnham shop, in Surrey, on October 2nd, Eloise Grey answered Lucie Goulet’s questions.

You are opening a boutique in Farnham, why did you decide to do this?

It’s something I’ve always wanted to do in conjunction with online as it enables me to bring together work which carries a certain elegance and aesthetic as well as strong sustainable stories.

However, I never expected to do it quite so soon. I got to know Paula Beaumont, who owns Purity, an ethical shop selling everyday wear such as jeans, cotton jersey clothing, stocking labels such as People Tree and Komodo. She had the first floor of her shop sitting empty and wanted to do something more luxury upstairs, but when recession struck, these plans were put on hold. I was looking for studio space and so we have gone into partnership.

Farnham is my nearest town. It has a strong connection to the creative industry with important craft galleries and the University of the Creative Arts. The shops are all quite unique and independent so it’s a little more original than your average high street. The catchment’s area is good: from the South Coast to South London all within 45 minutes.

What steps have you taken to make this shop ethical?

I’ve chosen work that is made in the UK and the fabrics are mostly organic or ethical in some way. I want my work to have a low carbon footprint. I also know each of the designers personally – I think it is important, and rather wonderful, to have a direct connection with the producers. I feel more confident about the provenance and think my customers like this too.

When I’ve stopped carting kit around for the shop I plan to commute to the shop by bus. I live 5 miles away in a small village. I have always an ethical policy about my suppliers (such as electricity and stationery) and I’ve kept this up.

What is the main hurdle facing ethical designers these days?

The weight of main stream brands exert over the mainstream media, store buyers and customers is sometimes overwhelming as it seeps into their consciousness and so they become rather like sheep. Small unique labels such as mine find it hard to communicate the message and reach the customers. When we do reach them they love us because we seem so fresh.

Also, it’s hard to be different when buying habits dictate that you spend less on each item, even though you spend more in the end and you need more cupboard space. Twenty years ago my work would be much more normal a price to pay for a coat (as a proportion of income) as people would buy them to last longer and they were made with that in mind.

You studied Italian at Edinburgh University. Why did you decide to go from being a linguist to being a fashion designer?

I was quite academic so it was almost automatic that I should go down that route instead of studying fashion. I lived in Italy for five years after graduating and this has definitely influenced my work. When I lived there in the 1990s people always stressed the importance of quality, the provenance of materials and design in a way the English didn’t. There were small artisan fashion labels, which now have become ubiquitous brands and lost their soul. Although my work seems quintessentially British, I think the Italian aesthetic and standards of quality have subtly influenced my work.

However, I’d always made clothes for myself, from the age of 10 and so I went back to this at a certain point and re-trained to learn tailoring and design. I think it was good to do this with a good baggage of life experience, visual vocabulary and of course a love of literature.

What sort of women are your clothes aimed at?

The kind of woman (and man) who wants something unique and elegant, who likes to know the story of something and connect with objects in a deeper way. It’s a very different approach to a status-driven lifestyle. They have more important things to do than to spend all their free time shopping, but when they do, they want to really value and delight in the process; it’s quite personal. Sometimes they are very well informed about ethical fashion, and sometimes don’t really know about it, but they all experience beauty and craftsmanship.

You work predominantly with tweed, why is that? Are you looking to introduce any new fabrics to up-coming collections?

I’m looking at some lovely eco-linens for shirting, and hemp for summer jackets and dresses. The Isle of Mull weavers have Soil Association certification on using some dyes so I may introduce colour next A/W. I also have a special friendship with Les Indiennes who are based in the US and work with exquisite hand-blocked Indian cottons, so I am letting that idea percolate.

Do you have any further expansion plan after the opening of your Farnham boutique?

I am also launching a menswear collection so I shall be exploring this side of fashion. I will see how things go. I would love to have a space in London but I need to do things at the right pace.

Do you feel that the current economic climate has affected the way people shop?

Yes, some people are really understanding the value of buying only garments that will last, that are worth the money. Cheap clothing isn’t really good value after all.

Many coats for this season are named after famous women writers. How did they influence your inspiration and design process?

It started with a photograph by Richard Avedon of the playwright, Samuel Beckett. It’s a famous diptych that was all over London a few years ago to celebrate the Beckett centenary. I loved the folds of his ageing skin and the folds of his tweed jacket, obviously a jacket he’d had for decades. I designed a coat based on this inspiration and started to look at images of other writers of the era and it went from there. I like the quality of confidence in the women writers of that era. They were pioneers of a kind of proto-feminism and sense of being able to do what you want or to form your own set of values, or dress in the way you want.

There was quite a lot of tweed in that era too. It was a very functional fabric, and with good tailoring, elegant as well.

What else inspires you?

Tailoring, obviously, with all the slightly nerdy details like ticket pockets. I love those indomitable sensible English ladies who are quite frumpy and not at all glamourous. I like their spirit. I like to use some of their clothing looks, add a bit of humour and lithe sexiness and subvert it a little.

What other eco brands do you admire?

I’ve chosen Keep and Share, Makepiece and Elena Garcia for my boutique. I also love Estonian designer, Reet Aus, who I met at London Fashion Week in February. I love Terra Plana shoes and rather like Po-Zu’s boots. I admire what Gossypium have done and also love Sonya Kashmiri’s bags.

You have a scheme whereby people using public transports to come to your shop get a 10% discount. Is the brand involved in any other green initiatives? Why is it important for you to be an environment-aware company?

It’s fundamental. I don’t really think why anymore, it’s just the only approach I can take. I would much rather go back and be a salaried employee in the corporate world than do what I do in an unethical way. I think we will look back and say why did we let things get so bad.

I have been involved in the Transition Town movement and am part of the core group in my town Farnham. It is about acting on a local level to come together to live a low carbon life because we believe that as individuals we are too small a unit and governments are too big and slow and at a town level it feels like you can do something It’s exciting to see how many people want to do something, however small.

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SMART SHOPPING - HOW TO

SMART SHOPPING - HOW TO

SMART SHOPPING - HOW TO

First of all you have to control your spending and the first step is to set a budget and stick to it. It doesn’t mean you can’t buy an expensive piece of clothing that you really like, but to make sure that this piece would match most of the other pieces you got in your wardrobe so that it is well worth your money.

Research – Read magazines and go on-line before you hit the shops to get an idea of what’s in stores at that moment and which are the styles to look for. In this way you can also save time by knowing where you find what. It will be also easier to plan your budget (see # 1) as you know what price you should pay for that particular piece. At the beginning of each season then, before going on a shopping trip to update your wardrobe, be clever and check-out the designer collections on-line so that you can easily recognize the must-haves and be inspired once in high-street shops.

Do not leave the time of your trip to chance. Plan it – If you are free to plan your visit whenever you want, plan so it coincides with the days shops are less crowded (especially during mornings) and when you know they receive new deliveries.

Dress appropriately – Go shopping in pieces that make you feel confident but also are easy to take on and off. Opt for flat or at least comfortable shoes and bring a pair of high heels in your bag in case you need to see how long trousers or jeans will hang or dresses will look like with them. Good underwear is also very important. If you are looking for something in particular to be matched with a piece you already have, bring it with you during your shopping trip. Or ensure you take your party underwear if you are shopping for a party outfit.

Sign up to web-sites that can give you the latest tips on all the sample sales, great opportunities to find bargains from top designers, like samplesaleslondon.co.uk, lynku.com or catwalktocloset.com

Make the biggest (more expensive) purchase first – People usually build an outfit around the most expensive item they got, probably a suit or a dress, a coat or even a bag or a pair of shoes. So, when going shopping buy this item first and then work the rest of the outfit around it. The expensive item will help making cheap basics look more expensive and will add them a touch of quality.

Beware of trickery – like flattering lights and slimming mirrors often located in changing rooms. Bring the piece you are about to buy out of the changing room or even out of the shop if you can, in a natural light to see what a color really looks like next to your skin tone.

Shopping SOLO – To get what you want and not to buy an item you loved in the shop but hated when home, go alone. In this way you will focus just on shopping rather than being sidetracked by your friends’ needs. And remember that too many opinions can confuse you. Instead, know your weaknesses and strengths and decide by yourself (see # 9).

A recent survey found out that people usually decide to buy something in just a couple of seconds. Instead of impulse buying, take your time. If you are not sure about buying something, doubting whether it is worth the expense, leave it there for a couple of days or even a week or more. If you can’t stop thinking about it or at how it would match this and that in your wardrobe then go for it.Besides, don’t just look at things or try them on, but feel them. Squeeze them. If there are too many clear creases when you let it go, don’t buy it. And if you are looking for cashmere, the softer is not always the better. Producers often add softener into the fabric to give the sensation of a high quality cashmere when touching it but it’s not true. The truth is that unfortunately you should spend at least 150/200£ for a real nice cashmere sweater.

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FASHION REPORT: S/S 09 - THE

FASHION REPORT: S/S 09 - THE

Welcome to the new season!There is always a lot of excitement when discovering the new pieces we’ll be wearing during next months and this time makes no exception.I believe it is going to be one of my favourite season for a while. Every fashion magazine is defining it as the “no-trends” or the “perma-trends” season and this is why I’m going to love it sooo much.When it comes to clothes and accessories, I have changed my habits during the last few years. More than focusing on how much an item costs I now consider how useful it really could be in my wardrobe and if it will still work for years to come. I want to buy pieces that are of the moment but I also want them to be forever pieces. And fortunately, there are a lot of fabulous pieces this season, but there are no big trends to follow and this will allow us to buy the ones we like the most now and wear them for years and years. Besides, there will almost certainly be pieces that you already have.

Following are my investment picks for S/S 2009, 10 key buys that update my wardrobe but will also stand the test of time. No must-haves this time, but must-keeps. Leather jacket

If you don’t have one yet then now it’s time to invest. Make sure it is made of butter soft leather so it will last many many years.

Find out how it could ease also the most severe or smart outfit or rock out a simple look made by jeans and a plain t-shirt.

Every cut can work in my opinion, biker-style, cropped, boxy.

If you want one that goes with everything buy it black but also don’t be afraid to invest in a more colourful, flashier (electric blue, yellow) one as it will transform you outfit in a stand-out. Also think about a metallic one… wow, that will really make an entrance!

Jeans – preferably destroyed/ripped (acid or not) skinny ones, (see Balmain’s for high end or Current/Elliott and Siwy)

This time jeans are not just an everyday basic but become a real fashion buy. Whenever it is a pair of jeans or shorts or a miniskirt, ripped ones are the key. They are not new to anyone of us but what really makes the difference from past years is more how they are worn than the piece itself. Choosing a skinny pair will make them more revealing and sexy than any others to me.

P.S. If you decide to follow Balmain’s rock-chic style (which I just L O V E) and rock any trend, rock it hard. Use chains, bondage details and avoid patent PVC or anything chunky. In a few words, keep it luxury.

P.P.S. You won’t see me wearing the boyfriend jeans (not my kind of) but if it was the case I would have bought them straight legged and wore them turned up at the bottom with something really feminine or with a thigh masculine piece to balance.

Classic Chanel chain-handle bag

Created by Madamoiselle Coco in February 1955 (named after that date 2.55) it is still THE bag everyone from celebrities to fashion editors aims to have. I know it will last a lifetime and I will be wearing it for ever teamed with pegs or ripped jeans and killer heels and any lady-like outfit to enhance it. As it is a huge investment we can be tempted in buying a black one, but instead I’ll stick to colour (maybe red).

One-shoulder dress

It emerged in the fashion scene in 2007 as a courtesy of Miss Kate Moss (not because she was wearing one but as one of the pieces designed for her 1^st Topshop collection – it was white or yellow) and never went out of style since then. Come 2008, the look was on everyone and in every catwalk show (see Balmain’s amazing ones) and we will see it again in 2010! So, apart from making us feel so feminine and seductive, I can’t see any reason not to buy one. Choose it in black as you won’t get bored of it.

Harem pant/Peg trousers

I think we are no more scared by shapes and these pants are no longer only for the braves. We got used to them, they are easy, relaxed and, last but not the least, sooo comfortable. We just have to remember to pair them with a tiny cropped jacked or top/blouse with a narrow belt to accentuate our waist. Don’t be afraid to think out of the box!

Gold or metallic accessories

We can’t go wrong with metallic accessories, whether a pair of shoes, a bag or a belt. They can soon update our look and make it seem fresher and so new season. Look at the gold and silver shoe boots at Givenchy! If you then choose gladiator sandals, heeled or flat, you will take 2 birds with one stone! The gladiators were a must-have in the past seasons but like some other pieces, they have become a staple nowadays.

Statement blouse

A statement blouse in white or cream or better, in nude, which has always been one of my favourite colour (it never goes out of style and is so romantic), is timeless. It is the new alternative to the classic white shirt and it can be wear with almost anything.

Leopard

I’m not a big fan this time but as I saw the leopard print dresses in pink and light blue at Lanvin I was hypnotized by the beauty of it. It is a younger alternative to the classic one.

Clutches

Whether oversized and in a bright colour for the day or small and elegant (box, studded, super-shiny, diamantè) for the evening they are still the most feminine bags around. I love them all!

Vintage jewelry

They have a one-of-a-kind allure that makes them unique and priceless. And they are the easiest pieces to buy from vintage as you rarely fail. We never got too much of them!

P.S. I love pearls and I can’t get enough! They do last for ever and will never go out of style whether we choose a simple and classic or a fashion-inspired string (look for vintage Chanel).

I would have written about many more trends but I think it is enough for now, it could have become a bit confusing (to me first thing!).

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