By Madeline Nave Different nuts do different things. But I'm sure you already knew that. I think sometimes when we hear that nuts are good for your health, we eat the whole package in one sitting, which is not uncommon with other foods … [Read more...]
SKINCARE REVIEW: Benefit for Summer Skin
By Madeline Nave The BATD office was lucky enough to receive some goodies from Benefit Cosmetics: Ultra Radiance facial re-hydrating mist and Dream Scream SPF 45 sunscreen. During this (rare) hot weather period in London, our skin is in … [Read more...]
SPOTLIGHT: Must-Have Jewellery
By Madeline Nave What would fashion be without a bit of jewellery? Shashi jewellery is handcrafted in New York using materials ranging from gemstones, cotton and silk fabrics, crystals, leather, sterling silver and 14k plating to create … [Read more...]
PFW: FRONT ROW MADNESS
By Madeline Nave Paris Fashion Week is in its third day of runway. The Haute Couture season was headlined with the Atelier Versace show on Sunday. Chanel's show has finished and Giorgio Armani Prive is this evening. Very few fashion houses meet … [Read more...]
FASHION SPOTLIGHT: UNIQLO AND LEMAIRE
By Madeline Nave Uniqlo reveals the first look of the highly anticipated collection with Lemaire. The collection offers everyday essentials made of carefully selected materials that relay timeless elegance. Lemaire presents collections … [Read more...]
THE SCOOP: FREE WIMBLEDON VIEWINGS
By Madeline Nave Free events are taking place at The Scoop at More London this summer. Enjoy music, watch sports screenings, theatre and films right across from Tower Bridge. Live Wimbledon screenings will be taking place for four weeks as well … [Read more...]
TENNIS TAN TRAGEDIES
By Madeline Nave It's a given tennis players have insane tan lines, whether they like them or not. Let me rephrase that...whether we like them or not. They haven't become a trend quite yet... But for red carpet events, there are ways to cover … [Read more...]
TRAVEL APP: Hotel Tonight
By Madeline Nave I have to give all credit to my uncle because he told me about Hotel Tonight and insisted that I download the app. So now I'll tell y'all about it! Some hotel booking sites are an atrocity. They're not easy to use, … [Read more...]
TREND ALERT: GLAMOROUS GLADIATORS
By Madeline Nave If you haven't fallen in love with gladiator sandals yet, it's bound to happen. Show off your fresh pedicure and bronzed legs with a pair of knee-high statement gladiator sandals. The runway has showcased flat lace-ups paired with … [Read more...]
TREND ALERT: SPORT LUXE
By Madeline Nave Sport luxe is a bit hard to define as it's a broad genre. It doesn't mean wearing a Nike shirt or Adidas pants, but it does help sometimes. Pop over to my article defining sportswear. Pieces you wouldn't always consider office … [Read more...]
SPOTLIGHT VINTAGE SHOP: RADIO DAYS
By Madeline Nave I've only been in London for about two and a half weeks now and haven't quite found the type of vintage I've been looking for. Yes, Shoreditch is home to cool, in trend vintage shops, but it's not real vintage. Last night in my … [Read more...]
FEMIFREE: THE REAL SOLUTION FOR WOMEN
By Madeline Nave So here's the issue: urinary incontinence. Not something we usually chat about with our friends, no matter how close, so if you suffer from this know you are not alone and there is a solution. Urinary incontinence affects 1 in 3 … [Read more...]
TREND ALERT: CROCHET
By Madeline Nave A hooked needle with yarn can create cream-colored jumpers, crop tops and cupping bikinis. See what I did there? Lovebird Collective is an Australian label using crochet, macrame and tapestry to create clothing. Follow … [Read more...]
MICHELLE OBAMA IS COMING TO LONDON
By Madeline Nave Michelle Obama will be in London this evening accompanied by her mother and two daughters but not to socialize with the Queen. Her presence is to expand Let Girls Learn campaign, her international effort to encourage young … [Read more...]
GET FIT IN LONDON’S FITNESS BOUTIQUES
By Madeline Nave It's painful to think about working out early in the morning and later in the evening after work; dreadful even. Getting to the gym is the hardest part, but once you're there you don't regret it. Working out with groups and happy … [Read more...]
TREND ALERT: Statement Sunglasses
By Madeline Nave Round, reflective, ombre, oh my! Say goodbye to neutral tones and have fun on the wild side. Statement sunglasses are the perfect accessory. Celebrities are wearing fairly bright and patterned sunnies so I've found some … [Read more...]