Brooch is back in fashion!
Plenty of celebs wear brooches as an accessory to their evening gowns and casual outfits. For instance, Sharon Stone, Paris Hilton and of course, Michelle Obama, now the first lady of the US! I guess it was she who made brooches extremely popular again.
Brooches or fibulae are perhaps the oldest type of jewelry. When man first took to wearing something more than a loin cloth, he appeared to need a thing to hold the cloth together. The thorn was probably the first of these pins.
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Updo Hairstyle for Weddings
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The third wedding hairstyle idea present here is your basic, but really gorgeously done updo. A lot of women prefer updos because these hairstyles provide a unique appearance that no one attending the wedding can outshine. A great updo can make the bride gleam with radiance. This updo has a distinctive tie in the back and the hair is brushed back to form a prime place to add a tiara to top of the look.
Long Wedding Hairstyle
The second wedding hairstyle here is for hair that is a several inches longer in length. The hairstyle is center parted with wavy locks that fall gently past the shoulders. Instead of a veil, a floral tiara is used to add a touch to the overall style where a veil could take away from the overall view. There are multiple ways to go with flowing wedding hairstyles or down dos. Check out the wedding hairstyle pictures gallery for more ideas.
Many of us got addicted to this main cosmetic that we call mascara. It is used to darken and define lashes, making eyes more feminine and seductive. Here are some tips you might not know about this beauty ally of ours.
Mascaras are available in neutral shades such as black, dark brown dark gray, but it is also available in navy, blue, clear and a host of other colors.
Don't be shy using colored mascara, especially if you're a party girl or a teen. Pink, green, or electric blue will make your eyes pop.
Another thing you should pay attention to is the result you want to achieve, because you cannot get volume, curves and length at the same time, even if they try to convince you that it's possible. So decide your priority and shop the perfect mascara.
Waterproof mascara shouldn't be used everyday, since it's hard to remove Try using eye make-up remover or cleanser to remove your waterproof mascara. Never wipe your lashes too hard and pull at them because it can cause your lashes to fall off. You must try to be gentle when you remove your mascara.
Here's a little guide to choose the one that may work for you:
- long brushes with short bristles will get your lashes look longer
- a very thick brush will obviously make lashes more dense and thick
- short brushes with longer bristles are used for volume
- a curved brush is of course for curved lashes
If you have delicate lashes and you're using a mascara to make them even longer it's not the best idea. Try mascara for volume to make them denser.
Avoid using volume plumping mascara if you have short lashes. Making them look full makes them seem even shorter than they are. Try to use mascara for length which will give super full, false lash-look.
If you have no problems with your lashes, use a curving mascara, so you won't have to use a lash curler.
It is absolutely forbidden to introduce water, spit or any kind of substance into the mascara bottle if this becomes dry and flaky. The bacteria may grow in the cosmetic and subsequent application to the eye may cause infection and can give you pink eye or a nasty eye infection.
Don't share your mascaras. Another person's bacteria in your mascara can be hazardous to you.
If you notice the smell changes or the texture changes, throw it out.
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Umberto Giannini Indulgent Beauty Moisture Mask
"I loved the sweet floral fragrance of this hair mask, which also made my hair smell fabulous. I left it on for as long as I could - 30 minutes was as much as my patience could bear - but the results were well worth it. My hair is the softest it's ever been and feels amazing. Not only that, it made my unruly locks easier to blow dry and straighten, leaving them with a glossy shine. And what's more, my highlights have appear to be lighter and brighter so I can delay that colour touch-up a little longer. This is perfect for an evening at home when time doesn't matter and coloured locks need a treat."
By now, scarves have moved from trendy to a new staple. Unlike larger wardrobe pieces, scarves are very affordable (depending on where you buy them), and a great way to give an old outfit a new kick. There are many ways to wear a scarf, but the cowl scarf is the perfect neck accessory for those of you who can't be bothered to knot one around your neck. Simply slip this easy scarf around your neck, or wear it pulled over your hair to make any top an instant hoodie.
The cowl scarf was referred to as a "mini trend" on Punky Style, who provided several Etsy links for oversized cowl scarves (Knits shown above from rachel fixed), and I can't wait to snuggle into one of these whether running errands on a cold day or cozied up on my couch. Let's face it; hoodies are rarely stylish, and a cowl scarf can be paired with a tailored blazer or cute bomber jacket, wrapped around your head on a rainy day. Or just slip on with your comfiest top for a little comfort without the fuss of a turtleneck.
Urban Outfitters and Free People sell cowl scarves with drawstrings. The Fair Isle Cowl from UO sells for $38 while the Crosstown Cable Hood ($48) has fuzzy poms and doubles as a hood.
This Dena Fur Rabbit Fur Cowl Collar is gorgeous, but as the owner of two pet chinchillas, it makes me wanna go PETA on someone. I'll be on the lookout for a fake fur version of this look to satisfy my current fur obsession.
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Celebs Beyonce and Fergie think pink
Couture in the City reader Shara asks:
Q: Will hot pink lips be trendy for spring/summer of 2009?
A: Hmmm…that’s a tough one Shara. Hot pink lips were trendy in the spring of ‘07, and are making huge waves now (Rihanna is always softening her edgy look with hot pink lips), so it’s hard to say. If you are itching to try a hot pink trend, I would do it now, at the tail end of summer and before winter sets in. Check out your local pharmacy and grab a few different hot pink shades to see what works best with your skin tone. You can work a hot pink lip right now in a very fierce way with a smoky eye and a sleek but chic ensemble.
My most favorite hot pink lip gloss is no longer available (the MAC Fafi edition…so perfectly punk), but you can still snap up some great pink shades from MAC. For a very high fashion look, go for a paler hot pink like Wonderstruck or
The lighter shades of hot pink that were seen on the runway are the perfect compliment to winter florals, grays and muted shades of plum and navy. For a softer fall hot pink look, keep the rest of your color palette muted and make your lips the focal point.
My makeup trend forecast for fall calls for peachy lip glosses (just call it a hunch) so enjoy your pink lips now!
Got an insider tip on your favorite hot pink lip glosses? Leave a comment and let us know which is your favorite and why (not sticky, long lasting, tastes like strawberries, whatever…). Happy glossing!
Now here is a shoe that's too cute to resist: the latest offering from Vivienne Westwood for Melissa, called 'Lady Dragon'. Much like the Vivienne Westwood for Melissa t-bars we've written about in the past, the Lady Dragon shoe is cute, colourful and even comfortable.
This style is available in four adorable colour combinations; salmon with a black heart, lemon with a black heart, baby blue with a red heart, or pearl with a red heart. Choosing between them is the only issue, but then again being unable to decide is sort of a good excuse to buy more than one pair!
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While you may think of pumpkin only in terms of being a big orange thing that you carve on Halloween or eat in a pie at holiday dinners, pumpkin actually has therapeutic properties that make it a key ingredient in many beauty products. Did you know that pumpkin has natural UV protectors, powerful anti-inflammatory benefits, and is the perfect exfoliant for those with sensitive skin?
Read on to learn about various
pumpkin-oriented beauty products and ways to scent yourself and your
home with the lush, delicious scent of pumpkin.
Don’t miss this Pumpkin Potion Leave-In Conditioner with a combination of Pumpkin Enzymes and Ginger Root, plus Safflower and Jojoba Seed Oil. It revitalizes dry, brittle, damaged and over-processed hair while giving you that fabulous smell of pumpkin and ginger. Great if you battle frizz or unruly curls on a daily basis!
For me, Demeter Pumpkin Pie fragrance is a fall staple; I spray it on myself and all over my house. It is a sweet yet tart fragrance and it truly conjures up visions of a perfect pie leaving a hot oven, or better yet, a fork coming toward your open mouth with a big bite of pumpkin pie on it. Get this now!
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With the advent of winter, everyone has started feeling the chills. It's time to bring back the fur in your attire. Designer Tom Ford certainly thinks so and this is obvious with his new winter collection of natural fur boots which is absolutely gorgeous. The collection is devastatingly stylish. It includes 3 pairs of boots and a hat. As you might imagine the price is sky high, but it's all in the name of fashion.
The silver and tan natural fur boots come for $5.250, the chocolate brown fur boots for kids will cost $4.470 and both these pairs have rawhide leather laces. The cream of the collection is the natural brown otter fur boots pair and the more refined appearance that it comes with costs about $9,240. There is also a white trapper-style hat is in white badger fur that has a price tag of $4,510. You know they are ultra elite because apart from being made in Italy, Ford says, True luxury is found in clothing that has been shaped and honed by the human hand.”
Ford also has a suggestion for where you can wear his collection. He
says, “They’re perfect for a weekend in Gstaad or St Moritz - and those
are the kinds of weekends our customers have.”
Tartan and check is taking over the high street this season. Go for an all-over Highlander look with our pick of the best coats and dresses, or opt for a subtler style with our check shirts and accessories lists - just scroll down!
Coats
Gorgeous trenches and cute bombers
Dresses and skirts
Shirts
Team with simple black accessories for a great on-trend look!
Boyish and fun - we love a good check shirt
Accessories
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