Posts for December 3rd 2008

2008 Christmas

Fab Gift Guide: Sporty Bloke

If one of the men in your life has made you sit through one too many sports games wasting valuable hours of your free time then he probably falls in to this category.
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If one of the men in your life has made you sit through one too many sports games wasting valuable hours of your free time then he probably falls in to this category. Buying for Sports fans doesn't mean getting a book full of facts and figures, you could also get something for him to wear.

There is a retro sportswear revival right now and it doesn't just involve vintage items. Brands such as Nike and Puma are taking advantage of their history by introducing classically styled pieces such as these zip-up jackets; retro track (£21.53) and wind runner (£60).

If you're looking to spend more then there are several puffa jackets on offer including a Prada Sport style (£430). How about Fake Football Boot Socks (£3) as a stocking filler! See below for more gift ideas.





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Fab Cover: Tatler January 2009

Earlier this year Pixie Geldof graced the cover of Tatler magazine and this month is the turn of her sister.

Earlier this year Pixie Geldof graced the cover of Tatler magazine and this month is the turn of her sister. There are three coverstars as the magazine considers the current style icons who are the children of celebrities and rock stars.

The cover is graced by Kimberly Stewart, Leah Wood and Peaches Geldof posing naked. Personally I think that Leah looks amazing and very natural; I really like her '70s hair style. Maybe it's the pregnant glow!

I like the neutral colour scheme of the cover, what do you think?


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Love it or Hate it? Daisy Lowe for Pringle

The gorgeous Daisy Lowe has been a bit quiet lately, maybe it's due to her Mother's sound advice?

The gorgeous Daisy Lowe has been a bit quiet lately, maybe it's due to her Mother's sound advice? However, all of the ad campaigns which she lined up over the Summer are starting to appear beginning with Pringle of Scotland.

Daisy isn't alone in the campaign which also stars Pixie Geldof and Lydia Hearst all shot by Steven Meisel. Clare Waight Keller, creative director of Pringle told WWD, “We were looking at iconic faces…we wanted it to feel young, vibrant and very British. Pixie Geldof had been on our radar for a little while, and then we started looking at the friends she hangs around with....I liked the feeling of reality behind that, that it’s not just pulled together for an ad campaign.”

The ads will start appearing in magazines in the March issues. This advert sees Daisy looking slightly more grown-up and edgy than she normally does. Do you love it, or hate it?

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Si Newhouse, Julia Restoin-Roitfeld Dismiss Vogue Replacement Rumors; Another Name Floated Around

Click to ReadSi Newhouse, Julia Restoin-Roitfeld Dismiss Vogue Replacement Rumors; Another Name Floated Around After all the rumors on Gawker today that Anna Wintour was going to be replaced as editor-in-chief of Vogue by Carine Roitfeld starting in January 2009, Si Newhouse decided to put the talk to rest.
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Si Newhouse, Julia Restoin-Roitfeld Dismiss Vogue Replacement Rumors; Another Name Floated Around After all the rumors on Gawker today that Anna Wintour was going to be replaced as editor-in-chief of Vogue by Carine Roitfeld starting in January 2009, Si Newhouse decided to put the talk to rest. After receiving a copy of the original Gawker item via fax in Europe, he denied through a spokeswoman that anything was amuck: "It’s the silliest rumor I ever heard. There is no truth to it."

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Melinda Messenger Launches Delightful

Yesterday at the Vanilla Club in London, wife (yes, she and Wayne Roberts are reportedly working on things), mother of three and former glamour model Melinda Messenger launched her first ever fragrance called Delightful.

Yesterday at the Vanilla Club in London, wife (yes, she and Wayne Roberts are reportedly working on things), mother of three and former glamour model Melinda Messenger launched her first ever fragrance called Delightful.

Although I haven't yet smelled the new scent, from what I understand, Delightful is a fruity and floral blend made from notes of fresh mandarin, blackcurrant and raspberry vanilla. It sounds awfully sweet, but yummy doesn't it? The fragrance is housed in a long and sleek pale pink, elegant glass bottle and is topped off with a brushed cold crown.

Melinda says, "This perfume is the perfect start to the day, I wear it first thing in the morning and it really gives you a lift and makes you feel fresh and delicious all day long. It’s perfect for the evening too, when you want to feel special. It’s a beautiful signature fragrance that I would not want to be without."

Delightful is currently available in a 100ml sized-bottle of eau de toilette for £19.95 in all leading perfumery retailers, however, it is not yet available online. Tell me, are you interested in trying another celebrity fragrance?

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Best of 2008: London Based Design House

Yesterday Bella UK kicked off our celebration of all the great things about 2008 in the world of fashion and beauty with her celebrity scent poll.

Yesterday Bella UK kicked off our celebration of all the great things about 2008 in the world of fashion and beauty with her celebrity scent poll. Today we continue with a poll about the best London based designer. London Fashion Week has come under attack this year as New York threatened to overlap but we managed to stand our ground! There are many great designers based here but I have managed to bring the list down to just seven of the best design houses. Which do you think has been the Best in 2008?


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2008 Christmas

BellaSugar's Gift Guide: The Sporty Bloke

Shopping during Christmas-time is tough on everyone, especially if you're looking for something fabulous for the special sportsman in your life.

Shopping during Christmas-time is tough on everyone, especially if you're looking for something fabulous for the special sportsman in your life.

Since his type is likely the real stick-to-the basics kind of bloke, choosing a simple beauty-related product for him is the way to go. You'll be sure to score a winning gift with any of these picks below including one of my favourites, a clean yet relaxing scented Musclease Herbal Bath Synergy Sachets from Elemis (£52). He'll be putty in your hands after a long and tiring active day!


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Fab Ad: Claudia Schiffer for YSL

Last month Claudia Schiffer announced that she is to be the face of YSL for Spring 2009.

Last month Claudia Schiffer announced that she is to be the face of YSL for Spring 2009. As part of the return of the supermodel Claudia replaced Naomi Campbell at the French fashion brand. Today we can reveal the first image from the campaign shot by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin.

The classic beauty is posing in front of the iconic Hollywood sign and will grace the front of the fourth edition of YSL's Manifesto newspaper. The free paper will be available on Valentine's Day next year.

This one image doesn't give much away but what do you think of it? It's quite different to Naomi Campbell's campaign last season.

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FABTV: Victoria Beckham Makes Quirky Video

Victoria Beckham impressed the fashion world in September when she launched her first fashion collection at New York fashion week.

Victoria Beckham impressed the fashion world in September when she launched her first fashion collection at New York fashion week. This week she has revealed an advert for the dresses which will be sold in high end department stores. The short hide and seek film is a perfect mix of her Marc Jacobs ads and a Marks & Spencers commercial. What do you think?