by Annie Vischer There was a time when Benedict Cumberbatch was the 'oh it's him, what else have I seen him in?' guy. The actor that would crop up in most films or television programmes you sat down to watch, but never made his impact as the … [Read more...]
GIVENCHY SETS WINTER SPARKLING
by Annie Vischer Givenchy can always be relied upon to provide something totally unique just when we're on the look out for it, whether it's the one-width wedged leather boot of last year or the half Bambi print sweater that the likes of Lily … [Read more...]
NEW FOR NIKE: FUELBAND SE
by Annie Vischer So the evenings (and mornings) are starting to get super chilly and the prospect of gearing up to head out on a run is ever so slightly less appealing. Nevertheless, if you are planning on running a marathon this summer, or … [Read more...]
TIME TO SNUGGLE UP WITH ROSIE
by Annie Vischer Rosie Huntington-Whiteley hit London yesterday to launch her latest collection for Autograph at Marks & Spencer. In August she celebrated her one year anniversary with the brand, and it was clear that it was still going … [Read more...]
CARA DELEVINGNE SHOOTS NEW DKNY CAMPAIGN
by Annie Vischer Model superstars of the moment Cara Delevingne, Jourdan Dunn and Eliza Cummings joined forces this Monday in New York's Time Square to shoot the latest campaign for DKNY. It seems Brit beauty was the order of the day for the … [Read more...]
TRISH MCEVOY ILLUMINATING CREAM PALETTE
by Chrissy Iley I am very excited by Trish McEvoy’s Illuminating Cream Palette. I’m not sure a cream palette tells you exactly what it is. In fact it’s a weird description of what turns out to be a tiny box of miraculous enhancement. I’ve … [Read more...]
NEW BEHIND THE CANDELABRA FEATURETTES
Before Elvis, before Elton John, Madonna and Lady Gaga, there was Liberace - pianist and flamboyant star of stage and television. Synonymous with showmanship and extravagance, he lit up every stage he performed on, gaining millions of fans … [Read more...]
AMERICAN HUSTLE TRAILER
by Annie Vischer Christian Bale, Bradley Cooper, Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner and Jennifer Lawrence star the latest film to be directed by David O. Russell. Set in the 1970s, the storyline follows con man Irving Rosenfeld (Bale) along with his … [Read more...]
LARA STONE FOR L’OREAL
by Annie Vischer We've all done it. That massive flick, or rather swoosh, of the hair, a batting of the lashes and a sultry rendition of 'You're worth it' to the mirror. The L'Oréal Paris slogan has been voiced from our TV screens by the … [Read more...]
MACBETH IN THE CITY
By Debbie Djordjevic Set in the heart of the banking sector, a new production of Shakespeare's Macbeth has opened for a short run at The Cockpit Theatre, Marylebone. Infinite Space are a new theatre company whose main ambition is to take the … [Read more...]
VICTORIA BECKHAM HITS DOVER STREET
by Annie Vischer Rumours are running rife that Brit style icon Victoria Beckham has signed contracts to open up her first flagship store on the fashion famed Dover Street in London, during the early part of next year. The 39 year old … [Read more...]
MATTHEW WILLIAMSON FOR TONI&GUY
by Annie Vischer Matthew Williamson, of the elite Brit fashion designing set, has collaborated with TONI&GUY Hair Meet Wardrobe for the AW13 season. Williamson has created an exclusive limited edition "rainbow Zebra' print wash bag to … [Read more...]
NEW TRAILER: DON JON
by Annie Vischer Joseph Gordon-Levitt captured our hearts as the gawky but loveable hero in 10 Things I Hate About You, and now he's setting about proving his Hollywood credentials as the director, screen writer and lead actor in new release … [Read more...]
PAULA REED RESIGNS FROM HARVEY NICHOLS
Regarding the resignation of Paula Reed as fashion director for Harvey Nichols, please find below a short statement from PETA: After receiving confirmation in a meeting with Joseph Wan that Reed was singlehandedly responsible for … [Read more...]
COMING SOON: NIKE FLYKNIT AIRMAX & AIRMAX 2014
by Annie Vischer We're all a little bit obsessed with Nike trainers in the Beauty And The Dirt Office. No less than two new purchases have been made this week alone! They drew us back in with their revolutionary design-your-own Nike iD range, and … [Read more...]
WIN A TV! CHICAGO FIRE COMPETITION
Already renewed for a second season on Sky Living, Chicago Fire is the compelling hit series that gives an up-close and personal view into the lives of everyday heroes, following the adventures of the men and women of Chicago Firehouse 51. In their … [Read more...]
NEWS: CHRISTOPHER BAILEY APPOINTMENT AT BURBERRY
by Annie Vischer Burberry has announced this week that Christopher Bailey is to be appointed to the position of Chief Creative and Chief Exectuve Officer. This follows the departure of Angela Ahrendts, who will take up a new position with … [Read more...]
ARMATHWAITE HALL
by Annie Vischer As much as we hate to admit it, it's getting to that time of the year when nights in mean huddling up inside and keeping as cosy and warm as possible. We say a teary goodbye to our summer evenings that we spent catching the … [Read more...]
FASHION BIO: JULIA RESTOIN ROITFELD
by Annie Vischer It is barely possible to be any more embroiled in the world of fashion than Julia Restoin Roitfeld. She was pretty much born on the front row. Of course any being born in Paris has a little bit of a head start. But let's begin … [Read more...]
LOLA’S CUPCAKES GET THEIR SPOOK ON
by Annie Vischer Halloween is fast approaching and if you haven't yet got into the ghoulish spirit then we've got a few little treats to help you on your way. Lola's Cupcakes have created two scarily delicious ranges for the spooky season. … [Read more...]
THOR: THE DARK WORLD
by Annie Vischer I'm a little bit of a Marvel comic film nut. I blame my brother. I was reluctant at first, but he made me watch Iron Man, and you can't help but be charmed by the egotistical character that Robert Downey Jnr portrays. Then … [Read more...]
TWENTY FEET FROM STARDOM
Directed by renowned documentary filmmaker Morgan Neville and produced by Gil Friesen, 20 Feet From Stardom is a documentary centred around the life and times of some of the world's biggest backing singers. Amongst those featured are the likes of … [Read more...]
KATY PERRY LASHES OUT FOR EYLURE
by Chrissy lley Katy Perry Party Lashes. Say it out loud and it sounds like a song and a party. I was very excited to receive my Showtime lashes which shimmer with a lovely peacocky blue. I have interviewed Katy Perry several times and … [Read more...]
GET THE LOOK: SIENNA MILLER
by Annie Vischer Sienna Miller looked as effortlessly glamorous as always last night at the BFI Luminous Gala Dinner, gliding along in front of the cameras in a form fitting white dress and black stiletto heels. The fundraising event was held … [Read more...]