I’ve been enjoying the benefits of a healthy lifestyle of late including regular gym sessions and Pilates classes. Regular exercise means frequent showering, oftentimes two or three times a day. This can play havoc with the skin’s natural balance so using the right combination of products is vital. Kiehl’s Musk shower gel is a sumptuous all over body
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Metallics are always expected to make a resurgence when autumn/winter comes around, but this year they are taking center stage as a glimmering rebuttal to the bare faced trends seen on most runways. Silver in particular has really become the colour de jour
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By Top International Make-up Artist Ciara O’Shea
With the weekend fast approaching (yay!) here’s my top tips on how to get the most from your make-up the morning after. Inspired by a great friend over Sunday
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By International Makeup Artist (& gorgeous gal) Ciara O’Shea
As you know, I’m just back from working the couture show in Paris and whom should I see backstage? None other than Jessica Alba. I would love to tell you that she does not live up to her sexy siren image in real life but nothing could be further from the truth. She maintains her girl next-door charm while at the same time oozing sex appeal. Approachable yet highly desirable. What a combination. If you fancy emulating Jessica’s look, here’s how.
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By International Makeup Artist Ciara O’Shea
(fresh from working on the Dior Couture show in Paris if you don’t mind!)
I see a trend in old school glamour this season. Lace, beading, intricate designs and couture tailoring. I see a return to sleeves, shoulders, and straps, more so than ever before. The vibe is Grace Kelly; the mood is late 1940’s. I am thinking velvety lips, shimmery lids and expensive lashes. This is the time to indulge your inner goddess.
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By Top International Makeup Artist Ciara O’Shea
Fluffy brushes, soft textures and colours are the best way to achieve the catwalk trends this season. Invest in the latest textures and technologies and bring your make up bag right up-to-date.
Skin is the most important – we saw lots of raw naked skin, which means its time to get your skincare working overtime. I am loving NUDE Skincare for its “Advanced Smoothing Complex” and its “Miracle Mask”. Both godsends and both products you can add in to your routine without having to totally overhaul it. Try switching your foundation to a lighter formula (the same way you change your wardrobe from winter coats to summer jackets). I love Ellis Faas for her silky smooth radiant
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Clogs have been given the high-fashion treatment this season with models at Chanel, Louis Vuitton and Céline strutting down the catwalks in the revamped industrial shoe. Enter Alexa Chung
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Pastels are one of the big trends in colour this year with delicious ice-cream shades on all kinds of fabric featuring heavily on spring summer catwalks including Burberry, Christopher Kane, Chanel and Marc Jacobs to name just a few
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I caught up with my friend Edel during the week who I hadn’t seen for over a month. She was super excited telling me about her recent treat to herself – a Chanel 2.55 handbag.
It’s a classic and oh so stunning. She’s wanted one for as long as I remember and I was delighted for her. It got me thinking about handbags and the real difference they can make to an outfit.
If you fancy treating yourself to a nice bag, something a little different, but haven’t quite got the budget for a Chanel then a Santi handbag might be the perfect choice.
Santi handbags are handmade in India by craftsmen who have mastered their skills over centuries using materials such as fine silk, sequins, crystals, shells, beads, embroidery, leather and stones in all different shades and intricate designs with clear inspiration from contemporary fashions to vintage looks.
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