By Elizabeth Ponce Elizabeth Arden has introduced their limited edition collection for summer 2016, Sunset Bronze. As the sun goes down, there's no need for your glow to dim. This collection has just what you need to create the perfect bronzed … [Read more...]
CHRISTOPHER KANE X NARS COLLECTION
by Ellanjé Ferguson Scottish designer Christopher Kane, is known for his work in London with Versace's Atelier couture, his many fashion awards and serious knack for making every possible colour combination work. So it should be no surprise … [Read more...]
URBAN RETREAT AT HARRODS: THE MAKE-UP SALON
by Ellanjé Ferguson We've all visited a beauty counter for a little make-over some time. It's a treat! Being transformed with a range of products you've never tried before, then swishing out of the store, a couple of lipsticks in hand, and a … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: BOBBI BROWN SHIMMER BRICKS
by Chrissy Iley I can`t remember a time when I did not have a Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick in my make-up bag. It delivers a soft focus, lit from within glow in a lovely subtle golden bronze. Since its original inception there is a Rose version, a … [Read more...]
MASCARA: BOBBI BROWN SMOKEY EYE + LANCOME GRANDIOSE
by Chrissy Iley I am always looking for mascara that will make my lashes look long, thick, juicy, and stay on all day. I thought I’d pretty much found it when I discovered a good one from YSL. Then I realised they sell it in packs of two. It … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: URBAN DECAY NAKED BASICS PALETTE
by Annie Vischer This little palette deserves one huge shout out. It's been a regular in my makeup bag for the past year for one. The colours may as well have been tailored to me. Whether I'm just adding a dab of pale pink to the inner corners … [Read more...]
MAC LAUNCHES MARGE SIMPSON COLLECTION
by Annie Vischer There's one leading lady that seems to get constantly overlooked. She makes her way routinely into households most evenings to entertain by just being herself. She's timeless, she's long suffering, and beautiful in her very … [Read more...]
BEAUTY NEWS: BOBBI BROWN GETS APP HAPPY
by Annie Vischer There seems to be a serious shortage of good quality beauty apps. There are oodles of photo editing ones, loads of shopping ones, but apps that actually help you out when it comes to your look? Nada. Oh, until now actually. … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: BOURJOIS BRONZING PRIMER
by Annie Vischer It's one of those awkward moments, you know, those awkward in between moments? Between spring and summer. When some people have been on holiday, some haven't. Some have that lovely little summer glow, and some don't. My … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: KELLY + SHARON FOR MAC
by Annie Vischer When I was told that Kelly Osbourne and mother Sharon were collaborating with MAC Cosmetics for a capsule collection. Well, I don't mind saying I was a little horrified. I can get on board with Disney collaborations, it makes … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: CHARLOTTE TILBURY FOUNDATION
by Chrissy Iley I have been a fan of Charlotte Tilbury, make-up artist extraordinaire and creator of some wonderful colour palettes for some time. I have been a particular fan of her lipsticks which are wonderfully hydrating and the most … [Read more...]
LORDE FOR MAC COLLECTION
by Annie Vischer Lorde has always put across rather an individual look. Her hair is a mass of unruly curls, nothing like the sleek bobs and beach waves of most young songstresses. Her skin is an iridescent pale, no fake tan for this one, and … [Read more...]
AW13 TRENDS WITH BOBBI BROWN NUDE GLOW
by Annie Vischer I'm a sucker for a rosy pink, I'm a sucker for gold and I'm a sucker for glowing skin. So I was never really going to be disappointed with the new Bobbi Brown Nude Glow Collection for 2014. The range features three sections … [Read more...]
SHE WOLF: THE TOM FORD EYE TRIO
by Chrissy Iley I have rarely been stopped and asked what is that eye shadow you’re wearing, have you had a facial, have you had a holiday, have you had botox? Yes. But an eye shadow that gets notice? Never. And it’s not as if it’s a … [Read more...]
MICHAEL KORS BEAUTY AT HOUSE OF FRASER
by Annie Vischer If there's one collection to keep an eye on this year it is the Michael Kors beauty collection. Already famed for the fashion house's illustrious designs, Michael Kors launched their first beauty line in April 2013. Kors … [Read more...]
BROWN’S HOTEL: THE MERRY BERRY MANICURE
by Annie Vischer I was a little slow on the uptake with Christmas this year. I generally get rather excitable and have been known to long for the smell of a real Christmas tree, and the glitter of soft gold fairy lights from as early as … [Read more...]
LANCOME HYPNOSE ULTRA DAZZLING EYE COLOUR
by Chrissy Iley I love an eye colour that smokes, that’s textured, that stays put, that looks dramatic in a flash. All the ingredients are there with Lancôme’s eye shades that come in a pot called Hypnose Ultra Dazzling Eye Colour (£21.00). … [Read more...]
BURBERRY BEAUTY BOX HITS COVENT GARDEN
by Annie Vischer Burberry have an early little Christmas treat for us. And it is open today. Introducing the Burberry Beauty Box, which has taken up residence in London's festive Covent Garden. Here you will be able to get our hands on the full … [Read more...]
PARTY PREPARATIONS: GLO BEAUTY
by Annie Vischer BATD have recently come across something rather wonderful. A service that is sure to brighten any party preparation time right up, boost girly morale in the office and up the ante for a girls' night in. Party pamper experts … [Read more...]
BOBBI BROWN TUTORIAL: THE NEW SMOKEY EYE
It's party season so it's time to change up your smokey eye. Bobbi Brown have the new smokey eye down to an easy-to-achieve tea with their Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick (£20.00). Find out just how to use it below. … [Read more...]
LANCOME ARTLINER: A NEW BEAUTY FAVOURITE
by Chrissy Iley I am always on a mission with eyeliners to find one that is long-wearing, easy to apply and a beautiful colour. It is very easy to become set in your ways and when you find something you like you stick with it. It is very easy to … [Read more...]
BEAUTY: LINE UP!
by Chrissy Iley When I find something I love I rarely change it. I like to experiment because I’m always on a quest; the holy grail of eye pencils for instance was a task that lasted longer than the life of my dog. I found the Estee Lauder … [Read more...]
DRESS UP & PARTY DOWN WITH PAUL MITCHELL HAIR
As you dive head first into this party season you'll need to be equipped with a few essentials. The dress, the makeup...oh and the hair. When it comes to fashion and make -up, Beauty and the Dirt have it covered. And the hair? Well that's right here. … [Read more...]
GET SMOKEY WITH AVON SUPERSHOCK
by Annie Vischer Every girl will have those beauty products that they really can't imagine life without. Whether worn every day or not, simply knowing that they are resting in a makeup bag, ready and primed for use at any point is a comfort. … [Read more...]