by Annie Vischer Back in July, Scarlett Johansson and Matthew McConaughey were spotted filming the new Dolce & Gabbana ad in the West Villiage in New York City. The scene saw the established Hollywood stars directed by Martin Scorsese and … [Read more...]
THE SECRET LIFE OF WALTER MITTY
by Annie Vischer This comedy blockbuster is due for release on 26th December and is an adaptation based on a short story by James Thurber, which follows Walter Mitty, a mild tempered man who lives through escapism and places himself as the … [Read more...]
INTERVIEW: SARAH HARDING
by Annie Vischer Since she rose to fame in 2002 after winning a place as a member of the girl group on reality television show Popstars: The Rivals, and quickly became known as the blonde bombshell of Girls Aloud, Sarah Harding has rarely bit … [Read more...]
NEW: RIMMEL LONDON MOISTURE RENEW LIPSTICK
by Annie Vischer With a string of 'It' girls gracing its campaigns throughout the years, Rimmel London continually succeeds in grabbing us with their latest ads. Whether it's Kate Moss stripping her way through an apartment block, or Zooey … [Read more...]
PILLION PALS: HAMMER AND CAVILL HIT ROMA
by Annie Vischer It's not long ago that my friend and I were discussing the image of a guy on a Vespa. We LOVE Vespas. But guys on Vespas? On a motorbike yes, there's something about the power of the engine underneath, and the predatory … [Read more...]
THE GOOD THE BAD AND THE FURRY
I’m often anxious, my brain cramped and frozen, my eyes staring the rabbit in headlights. It’s in this state of mind that I often resort to Twitter. Not to tweet, but to get some kind of respite and enter someone else’s world. It’s in these … [Read more...]
PRINCE HARRY STEALS AUSSIE HEARTS
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...]