by Valirie Morgan Miles Teller definitely isn't having an "awkward moment" in his career (that's a reference to the film he starred in alongside Zac Effron just in case you didn't get that!) as of late. One of Sundance Film Festival's breakout … [Read more...]
MEET YOUR MATCHA: THE BEAUTY BOOSTING BEVERAGE
Green health drinks are all the rage right now, and we've found one that puts the rest to shame: matcha! If you remember it featured in our 'Healthy Eating Swaps' feature for 2014. It's the newest superfood drink to make a splash in the UK, with … [Read more...]
A BIG NIGHT FOR THEATRE AT THE OLIVIER AWARDS 2014
by Valirie Morgan Theatre's biggest and brightest stars were in London last night for the annual Olivier Awards, hosted by Gemma Arterton and Stephen Mangan at the Royal Opera House. The overall winner of the evening turned out to be the … [Read more...]
MTV MOVIE AWARDS 2014: THE HIGHLIGHTS
by Valirie Morgan The stars were out last night at the 22nd annual MTV Movie Awards in Los Angeles, California. Comedian Conan O'Brien brought the laughs as he hosted the evening's show, which was full of award presentations (obviously), … [Read more...]
KATE MOSS HITS TOPSHOP WITH A VENGEANCE
by Valirie Morgan She's the epitome of glamour and looking effortlessly cool, and now Kate Moss is bringing her style magic to the high street once again. The iconic model is back for a second collaboration with Topshop, designing her own … [Read more...]
ALOE BLACC IS ‘THE MAN’ OF THE HOUR
by Valirie Morgan Never heard of Aloe Blacc? Think again -- you'll definitely recognize his voice from last summer's infectious Avicii hit "Wake Me Up" and 2011's "I Need a Dollar." The American soul singer has now made a triumphant return to … [Read more...]
ED SHEERAN KEEPS THE ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING
by Valirie Morgan It's music to our ears: Ed Sheeran has just announced that he'll be releasing his second studio album, "x" (spoken as "multiply"), on 23rd June worldwide. But if you absolutely cannot wait that long for new material from the … [Read more...]
FREJA BEHA ERICHSEN FOR ZADIG & VOLTAIRE
by Valirie Morgan Zadig & Voltaire have collaborated with Danish model Freja Beha Erichsen to launch a new capsule collection of clothing for spring/summer 2014. From T-shirts to denim and leather jackets to handbags, the collection draws … [Read more...]
RIHANNA SET TO RECEIVE CFDA FASHION ICON AWARD
by Valirie Morgan As if her continual domination of the music charts wasn't enough, Rihanna will soon be joining the ranks of style icons Kate Moss, Lady Gaga and Iman as fashion royalty. The Council of Fashion Designers of America announced … [Read more...]
JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE: FROM DISNEY TO THE NEW KING OF POP
by Valirie Morgan Just a decade ago, the title "King of Pop" was reserved exclusively for the legendary, and now late, Michael Jackson. These days, though, the tune has changed. Boy band member-turned-solo superstar Justin Timberlake has … [Read more...]
L’WREN SCOTT: A FASHION LIFE IN PICTURES
by Valirie Morgan Today the fashion world is mourning the loss of designer and former model L'Wren Scott. Although the official cause of death has not been determined, she is believed to have taken her own life. Scott, 49, was the longtime … [Read more...]
CELEBRATING 125 YEARS OF LANVIN PARIS
by Valirie Morgan French fashion house Lanvin is marking its 125th anniversary this year. In celebration of the milestone, the label has launched an ongoing digital campaign called "Lanvin Heritage: 125 Years of Creation," which outlines the … [Read more...]
MEET THE PINT-SIZED PAPER DRESS DESIGNER
Little girls love playing dress-up, but four-year-old Mayhem takes it much more seriously than her peers. The young American prefers crafting her own versions of red-carpet designer dresses out of paper! Of course, mom Angie lends a helping hand in … [Read more...]
THE BRITNEY EXPERIENCE LAS VEGAS STYLE
by Valirie Morgan It's been almost two months since Britney Spears took up residency in Las Vegas, and the pop queen is proving she's stronger than ever in her show, 'Britney: Piece of Me'. With the gig scheduled to run through to next year, … [Read more...]
BRIT AWARDS 2014 HIGHLIGHTS
by Valirie Morgan The BRIT Awards have always been the biggest night on the UK music calendar, and last night was no exception: the annual event was a star-studded affair with the likes of One Direction, Ellie Goulding, Rita Ora and Beyonce … [Read more...]
PUPPIES ARE THE NEW MEDALS AT SOCHI’S WINTER OLYMPICS
by Valirie Morgan Warning: this post contains puppies and hot Olympic athletes, and it may cause your heart to explode from a cuteness overload. But that's completely okay, so keep reading! Every athlete at the Winter Olympics dreams of … [Read more...]
THE GIRLS SET TO STORM THE BRIT AWARDS 2014
by Valirie Morgan The BRIT Awards are tomorrow, and this year's list of nominees is anything but a boys' club. There is some serious girl power climbing the music charts these days, and it definitely shows during this awards season! The … [Read more...]
BAFTAS 2014 ROUNDUP
by Valirie Morgan Last night's BAFTAs were a star-studded affair that proved the strength of several films throughout this year's award season: Gravity, American Hustle and 12 Years A Slave all went home with multiple trophies to add to their … [Read more...]
HOUSE OF CARDS RENEWED FOR A THIRD SEASON
by Valirie Morgan Good news for fans of Netflix's award-winning political drama House of Cards: the show's producer has confirmed that it has been officially renewed for a third season! The online television and movie streaming service made … [Read more...]
10 BEST HIDDEN (AND NOT SO HIDDEN) GEMS IN PARIS
The late, great Audrey Hepburn said, "Paris is always a good idea," and who can argue with that? But while it's always exciting to see the Eiffel Tower and other popular sights in the City of Love, we're challenging you to focus on the lesser-known … [Read more...]
NEW YORK FASHION WEEK AW14 HIGHLIGHTS
by Valirie Morgan New York Fashion Week 2014 is well underway, and we’ve rounded up the highlights so far for you right here on Beauty And The Dirt. From celebrity appearances to the newest trends spotted on the runway and on the streets, New … [Read more...]
THE V&A CELEBRATES ITALIAN FASHION
by Valirie Morgan The Victoria & Albert Museum in London will showcase the glittering, glamourous world of Italian fashion both past and present in its spring exhibition, The Glamour of Italian Fashion 1945-2014. Sponsored by Bulgari, it … [Read more...]
TOP 10 MUST HAVE TRAVEL ACCESSORIES
by Valirie Morgan Traveling is an incredible experience, but it can also be incredibly stressful. That's why we've compiled our favorite items to make traveling easier, more enjoyable, and even glamorous. Whether you've got a serious case of … [Read more...]
A ‘ONE NIGHT STAND’ WITH LARS VON TRIER’S NYMPHOMANIAC
by Valirie Morgan Notoriously shocking director Lars Von Trier is back with a project many are calling his most controversial work yet - Nymphomaniac, an "epic sexual odyssey" presented in two films. On Saturday, 22nd February, British cinema … [Read more...]