by Annie Vischer Whether he is attached to the latest blonde beauty or partying it up as the single man about time, Prince Harry and his much-speculated-upon love life is rarely out of the headlines. As articles raged this week over the … [Read more...]
BOBBI BROWN HOLIDAY 2013 COLLECTION
Every year at around this time most beauty brands do a party special. Think ancient pots of glitter eyeliner and gold-flecked mascara that might be good for Halloween. Think tragic fluorescent pink and gold bronzer/blush. You could only possibly wear … [Read more...]
ILCENTIMETRO
by Annie Vischer With the likes of Dolce and Gabbana, Emilio Pucci and Versace flying the Italian flag in the fashion world, it's safe to say the country is pretty up there when it comes to luxurious design and glamour. The latest fashion … [Read more...]
NEW FACE OF SWAROVSKI: MIRANDA KERR
by Annie Vischer After sporting the likes of Stella McCartney and Chanel down the runways at Paris Fashion Week, Miranda Kerr is back in the spotlight this month as she is announced as the new face of Swarovski for their latest … [Read more...]
NEW: TIME BOMB COLLAGEN BOMB
The Lulu Time Bomb Collagen Bomb smells of freshness and once you put it on you feel that same freshness delivered to your skin. It goes on like a pair of silk stockings and what I love about it is its instant effect. It calls itself Essential … [Read more...]
MAC RIRI FALL COLLECTION
by Annie Vischer MAC Cosmetics is renowned for its sleek black packaging, but everything's turned rosy for their latest collection in collaboration with Rihanna. The RiRi Fall Collection gleams from beneath its rose gold packaging. Lipsticks … [Read more...]
JACK RYAN: SHADOW RECRUIT
This week Paramount released the trailer for the new Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit movie starring Chris Pine, Keira Knightley, Kevin Costner and Kenneth Branagh who also directs. The story follows Ryan, an injured Marine, who has been recruited to work … [Read more...]
BECKHAM IN BOXERS. AGAIN.
by Annie Vischer It goes without saying that were we to one magnificent day, see David Beckham sailing through the air towards us, clothed only in a pair of boxers, we'd be hard pushed to move out of the way. In fact we'd probably find the … [Read more...]
TAYLOR SWIFT AND KELLY O GET BAKING
By Annie Vischer It is fair to say that there has been somewhat of a baking boom recently. It started with the supermodel likes of Lorraine Pascale and Sophie Dahl glamming up the baking business with their pastel coloured Kitchenaids … [Read more...]
CHANEL SS14 AT PARIS FASHION WEEK
by Annie Vischer The Grand Palais in Paris once again played host to one of the most anticipated shows of the season, this time transformed into an art gallery worthy of the spectacular designs that were to hit the runway. Guests were treated … [Read more...]
ALWAYS ANTI GRAVITY YOGA & GIVEAWAY
Beauty and the Dirt were invited by Always Infinity to the London Dance Academy to try their AntiGravity yoga class. They are the only studio in London offering the class which is what they call a ‘fusion technique’, a bridge between fitness and … [Read more...]
NIP + FAB: THE A LIST ESSENTIAL
by Annie Vischer If there's one beauty range that really sticks to its 'does what it says on the tin' mantra, it is NIP + FAB. Founded by former beauty editor Maria Hatzistefanis and launched in 2010, the brand has enjoyed somewhat of a cult … [Read more...]
ROMEO AND JULIET
A Shakespeare adaptation is a sure fire way to steal interest in the film industry, especially when the cast boasts so many relevant faces. Douglas Booth, who takes on the intricate role of Romeo, began stealing hearts in 2011 as Pip in a television … [Read more...]
SUNSHINE ON THE LEITH
Sunshine On Leith is the latest Brit film to grace our screens, and will be released this week on 4th October. Based on Stephen Greenhorn's stage musical, the film follows soldiers Davy (George MacKay) and Ally (Kevin Guthrie) when they return home … [Read more...]
GET THE LOOK: VIVIENNE WESTWOOD SS14
When Vivienne Westwood Red Label sat front row at her own show, instead of taking up the traditional backstage designer post, we could tell there was something special on its way. First came a ritualistic performance by the titian haired Lily Cole, … [Read more...]
AUDI SAYS YES TO BIGGER BACKSIDES
Is the UK ready for bigger rear ends? Audi is challenging a deep-rooted prejudice against big bottoms for small cars. In the UK we love our hatchbacks, and typically associate them with young couples loading in bikes or IKEA furniture for their chic … [Read more...]
STELLA MCCARTNEY SS14 AT PFW
Stella McCartney has always been a favourite amongst celebrities. Pals include Madonna, Gwenyth Paltrow and Kate Moss. And the designer continues to recruit, with the likes of Liv Tyler and Charlize Theron joining the throng of A list devotees. Her … [Read more...]
WIN! BFI LONDON FILM FESTIVAL TICKETS
Beauty and the Dirt has teamed up with American Express to offer one lucky person the chance to win a pair of tickets to a screening of the hotly anticipated Half a Yellow Sun on Saturday 19th October at 17:45 at the Odeon West End in Leicester … [Read more...]
BEAUTY BUYS FOR BREAST CANCER
The beginning of October marks the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The beauty industry has collectively, over the years, built up a strong affiliation with the cause, and as usual there is a whole host of pink themed treats on offer, all … [Read more...]
LILY COLLINS: THE NEW FACE OF LANCOME
Lily Collins has today been announced as the new face of Lancôme. She was once best known for being the daughter of Brit born musician Phil Collins, but since taking on roles such as Snow White opposite Julia Roberts in Mirror Mirror … [Read more...]
THE FACE UK
This week Sky Living plays host to the next big thing in reality television, namely The Face. The show bears some resemblance to its BINTM (Britain and Ireland's Next Top Model for those of you not in the model-tv-know) counterpart, but there are … [Read more...]
INTENSIVE WRINKLE REDUCER
These days it’s the men of Hollywood who are having all the work done. Jackie Collins told me this and she should know. There isn’t even a whiff of a scandal or betrayal or a hint of an eye job that goes on without her knowing. And she is right, … [Read more...]
THE MURAD SPA, CALIFORNIA
As we pull up at the Murad Spa in Manhattan Beach, California, it’s almost as if we are in Disneyland, the Disneyland of skin therapy. It’s a happy, happy place. You are ushered into a relaxation room and given cucumber water. You are given a … [Read more...]
LONDON COCKTAIL WEEK 2013
It's that time of the year again, when London gets ready to celebrate its love of cocktails, with a whole week dedicated to the varied cocktail recipes and establishments on offer in the capital. Here are some of the most interesting concoctions that … [Read more...]