Chalk it up to Winter whimsy, but we can't help but stray from traditional boot-sock combinations in favor of exponentially cooler pairings. Try a Madewell wedge bootie with scrunched up, chunky fairisle print socks or a more structured riding boot with a flash of red. These seasonal matches are meant to add a bit of zest to your everyday wintry wardrobe. In effect, don't let your jacket and Read more
December is such a big month for consumers as you have Christmas to shop for, the weather is getting so cold that you crave comfy cosy clothing, boots, hats and outerwear, and your beauty regimen changes a bit to protect your skin from the chilly air outside and the hot air inside. I had so much fun picking out four must-have fashion items along with four beauty picks to peruse this month. Take a Read more
Booties have long solidified their place in our wardrobes. Their versatility is unmatched in Winter style, sometimes bringing a little rocker edge to our look, other times defining our outfits with polish and sophistication. As proof of their power, we've supplied a few celebrity examples. From Miranda Kerr to Chloe Moretz, each of these chic celebrity looks will help you to, ahem, get your Read more
I remember back in 2007 when Lancome launched Le Magnetique. This reddish-purple nail polish contained little gold flecks and a magnet in the cap that you used to drag across the wet polish to create a crazy design — it was revolutionary! Four years later, it looks like Nails Inc, Fashionista, and Boots 17 are jumping on that same idea, turning it into a trend. Nails Inc Magnetic Nail Polish Read more
As devoted as we are to wearing boots year-round, once Fall rolls around they pretty much become a necessity. With so many styles to choose from, boot shopping can get a bit daunting — so we've culled the best pairs from the Fall '11 runways and broken them down by silhouette, making for a pretty seamless shopping event. From short and sweet ankle booties to supersexy over-the-knee styles, Read more
Shoe boots, (aka, shooties) have been on trend for the past few Autumn and Winter seasons, but this year they've been taken to a new height. The heel has shrunken to a cowboy-boot style, making this shoe much more practical, wearable, and versatile. Personally, I'm not a huge fan of this heel; however, lots of ladies wore them throughout fashion week. So I must give the shootie credit where Read more
As I keep discovering new liquid illuminators, I only get more and more addicted to them. These products aren't shimmery or chintzy, rather they create an illusion of healthy, dewy skin without the distraction of sparkles. The pink or white creams are iridescent, so they attract natural light and give you that special and inexplicable je ne se qua. They can be applied all over the face or just Read more
Surely they're kidding, right? A cream that helps you slim and firm — all with zero effort? That's what Soap & Glory is promising with a relatively new product that I've just discovered called Sit Tight (£14). The cream is what the brand is calling, 'Sit Activated', meaning that it works better when you're seated on your hind quarters! How does it do it? Apparently, it contains a Read more
During the Winter, I find myself rarely wearing anything but boots on my feet and more often than not they're flat. This makes them a great investment and now is the perfect time to buy! The temperature is just starting to drop so click through to see which footwear I am eying up to keep my toes warm. Have you bought any boots recently? Read more
Pay extra attention when you're makeup shopping ladies! Counterfeit makeup products are becoming a bigger and bigger problem these days as high-quality copies become increasingly available. This week alone a hoard of fake Bobbi Brown, MAC, and Chanel makeup was seized in Belfast. Meanwhile, across the board, counterfeit pharmaceuticals and beauty products are becoming a global problem. This is Read more
