by Annie Vischer The London Collections: Men have been getting underway this weekend, and we've had a sneaky peek at some of the trends. Some we like, some we love, and some...well, not so much. Now Pringle of Scotland...haven't you done … [Read more...]
JOHN GALLIANO FOR MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA
by Annie Vischer The Buckingham Palace area is always subject to a lot of hype. Mostly of the royal variety. But this week a building near the palace played host to fashion aristocracy John Galliano and his first collection for Maison Martin … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: MORTDECAI
Johnny Depp dons a perfectly manicured moustache for his role as the title character in Mortdecai, the comic crime caper based on a series of novels by Kyril Bonfiglioli. In the trailer, we get a look at Depp’s debonair art dealer as he sets off on a … [Read more...]
TRAVEL: SOUTH AFRICA’S BABYLONSTOREN
by Chrissy Iley You can`t go to South Africa without visiting a winery. Nor should you think of forgetting to visit what is probably the most beautiful farm in the world. Babylonstoren is one of the oldest Cape Dutch farms with sumptuous … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: WELEDA AKNEDORON LOTION
by Annie Vischer Weleda is very much an eco-friendly brand, so this gets a thumbs up from us right from the start. Weleda Aknederon Purifying Lotion (£10.00) is one of Weleda's real hero products. It uses the balancing properties of sage, … [Read more...]
NOT STAYING IN: FLAT IRON STEAK
Flat Iron Steak was originally a pop-up steak restaurant that...well...popped up just above Shoreditch's Owl & Pussycat pub, and now they've bagged a full-time spot on Beak St in London's Soho. Everything about it is fuss-free. It's a one item … [Read more...]
GOLDEN GLOBES 2015 INSTAGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
When it comes to awards season, Instagram is where the A-listers play, and the Golden Globes 2015 was no exception. Check out the highlights... … [Read more...]
FAVOURITE FIVE: EYE CREAMS
Creams are not miracle workers, you need to get enough sleep, drink plenty of water and have a healthy diet. That said if dark circles is your main concern the formula of Dr. Weil for Origins Mega-Bright Dark Circle Minimizer (£32.00) is the best for … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: TWO NIGHT STAND
When a one night stand is forced to overrun, could being stuck in with a random hook-up turn into real love? Find out the new dizzily witty and wonderfully romantic comedy TWO NIGHT STAND, coming to screens this Valentine’s Day! A … [Read more...]
BAFTA 2015 NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED
by Annie Vischer Awards season is almost upon us, and the flurry has already kicked off in London with the announcement of the BAFTA nominations. Not that we don't love our friends stateside, but we're pleased to see a strong Brit pack showing … [Read more...]
MILEY CYRUS FOR MAC VIVA GLAM
by Annie Vischer MAC's Viva Glam is back with a brand new Lipglass (£14.50) and Lipstick (£15.50) colour in the name of Miley Cyrus. The Hot Pink shade is wearable, but makes a statement. We love it. The lipglass matches it with an added … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: SON OF A GUN
Ewan McGregor's back in the latest film by Australian director Julius Avery. Set down under, Son of a Gun also stars Brendon Thwaites as a young guy sent to jail for 6 months, who finds himself under the protection of a violent criminal (McGregor). … [Read more...]
THEATRE: WICKED THE MUSICAL
by Annie Vischer Anyone who's anyone knows about Wicked. Playing at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre, it's still one of the biggest must-sees on the West End. The musical has so far won over 100 international awards, including the Olivier … [Read more...]
FIT GIRL FOOD: LE BOOT CAMP DIET
by Annie Vischer Though she's now a San Fran resident, Valerie Orsoni was born and raised in Corsica. As a young adult she found she was overweight, hardly surprising when you consider that her father was a brilliant chef. Deciding to do … [Read more...]
TOM FORD: LIPS AND BOYS
by Annie Vischer We love Tom Ford's Lips & Boys collection. If your not in the know, the man himself has released a collection of 50 lip colours, each named after a gent that inspired him. We're talking actors, designers, editors. Didier … [Read more...]
THE STANDARD HOTEL HOLLYWOOD BLVD
by Jaci Stephen Now, here’s a coincidence. Having treated myself to an Upper Class return flight from New York to Los Angeles on Virgin America (from my ever-expanding bank of Virgin Air Miles), I sat next to a man who was complaining about … [Read more...]
TRAVEL: CHIC SHOPPING IN CAPE TOWN
by Chrissy Iley I had an uproarious chic shopping experience in Cape Town. Our guide, the wonderful Rushdi Harper took us to the most amazing market on Green Market Square. Within this market were a mixture of traditional tourist fair, … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: QMS INTRAVITAL PLUS
by Chrissy Iley I think we all know by now that it is not all about what you put on your skin or how you look after it, beauty comes from within. Healthy diet equals healthy skin. None of us are perfect and the simple fact is in winter we are … [Read more...]
ON WEDNESDAYS WE WEAR: GYM LEGGINGS
Try as we might we can't tempt ourselves away from the shopping scene right now, and we've caught the gym-gear bug big time. Gone are the days of black jersey yoga pants and baggy tees, it's all about sleek body contouring and graphics. Here are our … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: WHIPLASH
Andrew Neyman (Miles Teller) is an ambitious young jazz drummer, single-minded in his pursuit to rise to the top of his elite east coast music conservatory. Plagued by the failed writing career of his father, Andrew hungers day and night to become … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: MURAD INSTANT RADIANCE EYE CREAM
by Chrissy Iley I have been a long time fan of Dr Murad. I have been to his institute in California and a friend of mine has been involved in his extensive skin trials. I know they do things properly. When the Dr Murad Instant Radiance Eye … [Read more...]
FIT GIRL FOOD: CHIA CHAI BREAKFAST BOWL
by Annie Vischer Let's give you the lowdown on chia seeds. They're tiny but mighty - loaded with antioxidants, most of the carbs in them are fibre, they're high in protein and can give you as much of an exercise boost as some energy drinks. … [Read more...]
#GOODINTENTIONS: FITNESS APPS FOR 2015
by Annie Vischer It's 2015, it's January, and it's THE prime time for #GoodIntentions! What better to get us into angelic routines than a brand new set of fitness apps? Gisele's just downloaded one of these. Keen to follow suit? Get … [Read more...]
NOT STAYING IN: KEU
by Annie Vischer Kêu is the latest Vietnamese food joint to take its place in Soho. You'll find it at 9 Poland Street, and it's a sister site to the much beloved Cay Tre and Viet Grill chain. Kêu takes on more of a casual, pop in, pop out … [Read more...]