by Chrissy Iley When it comes to eyewear Bobbi Brown reigns supreme. I like their mascara, love their eye pencils and their Long-Wear Cream Shadow Sticks are my constant accomplices. I am now obsessed with the Smokey Nudes collection, … [Read more...]
BFI LONDON FILM FESTIVAL PREMIERES
by Brooke Varney Although this year's London BFI Film Festival has just started, festivities are already in full swing, with star power in full force. With premieres scattered throughout the eleven days, there's something for everyone to … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: EXUVIANCE SKIN CARE
by Chrissy Iley Exuviance is the best selling skin care range in Scandinavia. It comes in silver and turquoise no-nonsense packaging that tells you it is dermatologist developed. It is about science and efficiency. I tried the Exuviance Age … [Read more...]
BFI LONDON FILM FESTIVAL 2014: FAMILY FILMS
by Brooke Varney This year's BFI London Film Festival is positively chock-full of hard-hitting dramas, raunchy comedies, and sweeping romances. However, if you're looking for more family-friendly films that you can bring little ones along to, or … [Read more...]
JENNIFER LAWRENCE SPEAKS OUT VIA VANITY FAIR
by Annie Vischer Jennifer Lawrence takes to the cover of the latest issue of Vanity Fair. Her blonde crop is teased into loose waves, her lips swept with a red lipstick laden lip brush, and her neck adorned with glistening diamonds. She looks … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: LISTEN UP PHILIP
Jason Schwartzman and Elisabeth Moss star in Listen Up Philip. Set to show at this year's BFI London Film Festival, Listen Up Philip is a complex, intimate, and highly idiosyncratic comedy. As he awaits the publication of his sure-to-succeed second … [Read more...]
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH 2014 – GIFT IDEAS
by Brooke Varney It's that time of year again, when the leaves' colors begin to change, and it seems as though you can't get anything to eat that doesn't have some sort of pumpkin component. (Not that we're complaining…) October is also the month … [Read more...]
DINING OUT: THE FULHAM WINE ROOMS
by Annie Vischer I'd like to begin this by saying that this review is inspired by one darned beautiful visit to a little location I knew very well but hadn't ventured into before. The visit did not come about via a press invitation, or the … [Read more...]
BLAKE LIVELY + RYAN REYNOLDS EXPECTING FIRST CHILD
by Annie Vischer In one of her most recent interviews, Blake Lively told Marie Claire that if she could spit out a litter of children right now she would. A family, it seems, has been on the couple's mind since the very beginning, and today … [Read more...]
MY ANSWER TO THE DENTIST DILEMMA
by Annie Vischer Up until recently, one word that sent chills down my spine was 'dentist'. I'm very good at denial. I'd always rather bottle something up and not think about it for the sake of being happy, it's just how I roll. It's how I … [Read more...]
INTERVIEW: BEVERLEY KNIGHT
by Annie Vischer When I meet Beverley Knight, she's sitting across from me in the most gorgeous Missoni-esque, deep V halterneck jumpsuit I've ever seen. Her hair is a glossy black mass of natural curls, swept to one side of her smiling face, … [Read more...]
JOHN GALLIANO JOINS MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA
by Annie Vischer Maison Martin Margiela is one of the most enigmatic fashion labels in existence, predominantly due to the fact that the man behind the name was reluctant to ever front the brand, and provide it with a face. The blank labels … [Read more...]
OMOROVICZA BLUE DIAMOND SKIN CARE RANGE
by Chrissy Iley Omorovicza is a luxury brand that is beyond all luxury. The creams smell as if they are derived from the freshest flower gardens; they fold into the skin like the finest silk. Omorovicza Budapest is the full title of the … [Read more...]
WIN! SIGNED MILLION DOLLAR ARM BOOK
Who's seen Million Dollar Arm? If not, here's a quick recap. Based on a true story, MILLION DOLLAR ARM is an inspirational and uplifting journey packed with funny moments which celebrates teamwork, commitment and what it means to be a family. With … [Read more...]
KATE MOSS TEAMS UP WITH STELLA MCCARTNEY TO FIGHT BREAST CANCER
by Brooke Varney One of the most recognizable faces in the world, Kate Moss has modeled for the best of the best. A muse for countless couture designers, she has been an unstoppable force to be reckoned with in the fashion industry for the … [Read more...]
TAYLOR SWIFT’S BEAUTY SECRETS
by Brooke Varney Taylor Swift at the 2014 Met Ball in New York City. It's no secret that Taylor Swift is one of the most famous people in the world. Talented, humble, and beautiful, it seems that everyone just can't get enough of her. … [Read more...]
FIT GIRL FOOD: MORNING CLEANSING WATER
by Annie Vischer When it comes to your morning wake up call in beverage form, it's so easy to just knock up a quick cup of tea, or side-step into the nearest coffee shop for your usual. But why not change it up? The best way to start the … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: TAK3N
He has already saved his daughter from being kidnapped into prostitution, and successfully escaped he and his wife's own kidnapping. In this thrilling conclusion to the Taken trilogy, Liam Neeson returns as ex-covert operative Bryan Mills who after … [Read more...]
TAYLOR SWIFT MAKES VOGUE COVER DEBUT
by Brooke Varney It's odd to think that country/pop superstar Taylor Swift is only just now getting her first Vogue cover. Having been in the business since she was sixteen, the singer shot to stardom in the blink of an eye and has remained one … [Read more...]
CHANEL MODELS STORM THE RUNWAY
by Annie Vischer Karl Lagerfeld is well known for his ability to pick up on what is of-the-moment culturally, and imbibing his latest designs with it. His latest show at Paris Fashion Week has been no exception. For a start there were the … [Read more...]
MASCARA: BOBBI BROWN SMOKEY EYE + LANCOME GRANDIOSE
by Chrissy Iley I am always looking for mascara that will make my lashes look long, thick, juicy, and stay on all day. I thought I’d pretty much found it when I discovered a good one from YSL. Then I realised they sell it in packs of two. It … [Read more...]
INTERVIEW: HARRY TREADAWAY
by Annie Vischer Harry Treadaway is amongst the up-and-coming Brit boy pack that look set to storm blockbusters and theatre sell-outs in the next couple of years. Whilst a handful of them (namely the likes of Douglas Booth, Maz Irons, Sam … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: RUDDERLESS
In the wake of his son's tragic death in a school shooting, grieving father Sam discovers notebooks of lyrics and demo tapes showing a musically talented side of his son he didn't know existed. Sam finds solace in his son's music, and makes a … [Read more...]
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS 2014: CLOTHES & ACCESSORIES
by Brooke Varney October, also known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month is fast approaching, which means you have a great reason to shop for some new treats. New, as well as tried-and-true products from favorite brands will help support a worthy … [Read more...]