The Book Thief, directed by Brian Percival, starring Emily Watson, Geoffrey Rush, Sophie Nelisse, Ben Schnetzer, Nico Liersch and Joachim Paul Assbock, is based on the novel by Markus Zusak. The Book Thief tells the story of Liesel, an … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: DALLAS BUYERS CLUB
If you'd caught press shots of Matthew McConaughey and his dramatic weight loss in aid of a movie role, well this is what it was all for. Dallas Buyers Club is released in UK cinemas on 7th February 2014. Starring Matthew … [Read more...]
J. CREW HITS LONDON
by Annie Vischer It's been a long (very long) time coming, but this week J.Crew finally pops its fashion forward flag right in the centre of London's shopping haven. The brand's flagship store opens on Regent Street on Friday 8th November, … [Read more...]
SHH! INTIMISSIMI BUY ONE GET ONE FREE THIS SATURDAY!
by Annie Vischer We, at BATD, are big fans of Intimissimi. Huge. Their designs are simple, elegant, comfortable yet entirely feminine and flirty with beautiful lace overlays and satin finishes. Their seasonal look book alone, is a thing of … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: THE RAILWAY MAN
The Railway Man opens across the UK through Lionsgate on 1 January 2014, following its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on 6 September. It is directed by Jonathan Teplitzky from a script by Frank Cottrell Boyce and Andy … [Read more...]
GIVENCHY DAHLIA NOIR LE BAL LIMITED EDITION
by Annie Vischer Givenchy's Dahlia Noir Le Bal Limited Edition is available in both the Eau de Parfum form as well as Eau de Toilette. The scent is available exclusively to Harrods as of this month from £69.50. The Dahlia Noir is beautiful … [Read more...]
WOODY ALLEN & KANYE WEST TEAM UP FOR TV SHOW?!
Ever thought you'd see the likes of Kanye West and Woody Allen buddying up for a television programme? No. Us neither. But it's happening! Maybe it would make more sense if we told you that it was all in the aid of a David Blaine celebrity … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER
by Annie Vischer The recent Thor release has sent us into a whirlwind of Marvel comic nostalgia, and now we just can't wait for the second Captain America instalment, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, to hit screens in April 2014. Yes … [Read more...]
THE COLOR WOW EXPERIENCE
by Chrissy Iley Every day when I wake up I say a little prayer to chemist Dr Joe Cincotta, without whom my life would be a sadder more bitter more frustrating place. He is the man who makes it possible never to have a bad hair day and … [Read more...]
THE RECIPE FOR THE PERFECT CURRY
by Annie Vischer As the winter months settle in, sometimes there's nothing better than huddling up for the evening indoors with your favourite curry. It's one of the ultimate comfort foods out there. I'm a Korma girl, I can't handle a lot of … [Read more...]
WALKIES! BID FOR A DOG WALKING DATE WITH DAVID
by Annie Vischer As if David Gandy couldn't make you swoon any more, he's only gone and signed himself up to be auctioned off in aid of Battersea Dogs and Cats Home. David joins stars such as Jeremy Irons, Ben Fogle, Daisy Lowe and Mollie King … [Read more...]
NEW ONE DIRECTION MUSIC VIDEO
by Annie Vischer Things are getting sentimental in the brand new One Direction video released yesterday. Their latest single Story of My Life is the second title to be released from their album Midnight Memories. The track bounds along with … [Read more...]
FASHION: LACMA GALA 2013
by Annie Vischer The Los Angeles County Museum of Art brought the stars together for the third year running at its Art and Film Gala. Being sponsored by Gucci meant the event was one of the most decadent in terms of fashion, with the likes of … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: THE BUTLER
Lee Daniels' The Butler is set against the tumultuous political backdrop of 20th century America. The film tells the story of White House Butler Cecil Gaines (Forest Whitaker), who serves during seven presidential administrations between 1957 and … [Read more...]
BODYISM DIARIES: WEEK 2
by Annie Vischer Now as you'll remember from my feature last week, this Monday was supposed to mark the start of the 2 week Clean & Lean Cleanse. I was ready to go. Full throttle. I was armed with my Clean & Lean e-book (£5.99, … [Read more...]
WHAT TO WEAR? PARTY DILEMMAS
Christmas parties are the worst. Well, they're the best, but in terms of getting ready, the stress beforehand, they're generally the worst. A lot of them take place after work, that's the trouble. Preparation time is minimal but you absolutely need … [Read more...]
BLAKE LIVELY FOR L’OREAL PARIS
by Annie Vischer Blake Lively is the latest A-List lady to be enrolled in the L'Oréal Paris hall of fame, following quickly behind Lara Stone who was also announced as Global Spokesperson earlier this month. Blake Lively spoke of her recent … [Read more...]
THE CAN’T COOK BOOK BY JESSICA SEINFELD
by Annie Vischer Jessica Seinfeld was initially better known as the wife of Jerry Seinfeld, but she has since made her own reputation in the nutrition and cooking. Her first aims were to show parents how to get vegetables and essential … [Read more...]
TED BAKER NAIL WRAPS
by Chrissy Iley Doctors always complain at me, they can never see the colour of my nails because I’m never without nail polish. Nail colours are like records to me. Just the name like Ballet Shoes, Fishnet Stockings, or True White, can send … [Read more...]
TRAILER: THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE
We have been holding our breath for the second instalment of the adaptation of the Suzanne Collins trilogy. The new film begins soon after Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellar's victory in The Hunger Games, and follows them on a victors tour of the … [Read more...]
BARE MINERALS: A CRIMSON REVELATION
by Chrissy Iley I must admit I’ve always been a little bit afraid of the Bare Minerals brand with its powdery foundations and pots of eye powder that I’ve never been able to apply properly. The eye make-up has always left me looking like a … [Read more...]
TOPSHOP BEAUTY: DISHEVELLED, DECAYED & SULTRY
by Annie Vischer If you're looking for a new makeup look to get to grips with for the AW13 social season, then get yourself over to Topshop and sample the delights of the new Topshop makeup collection, 'The Damned'. Deep earthy tones combine … [Read more...]
ROYAL FASHION: CREAM ELEGANCE
by Annie Vischer It seems everyone was making time last week to coo over the latest appearance of the nation's beloved Prince George at his christening , a private ceremony at St James' Palace. Of course we were no less excited to see the … [Read more...]
COMPETITION: WIN THE INTERNSHIP ON DVD
Vince Vaughn (Dodgeball, The Watch) and Owen Wilson (Zoolander, Meet the Parents) star in The Internship as Billy and Nick, watch salesmen forced to look for a new job when their employer’s business goes bust. They both apply for an internship at … [Read more...]