Category Archives: Beauty

Mani Monday… Mint Macaroon

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Manicure Monday in Mint Macaroon….. delicious!

This week I fancied a tasty mint macaroon inspired manicure. I’ve never tried NYC (New York Colour) nail polish before but the shade was so lovely I had to give it a try. Actually I was really impressed…. considering I painted my nails in bed last night I’m rather pleased with the coverage and smooth finish (this is two thin coats). A splash of ring finger bling from my favourite Essie A Cut Above polish added a sparkly touch that lifted this manicure from everyday to extra special.

NYC Nail Polish

Weekend Warm Up…

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Mulberry

Emma Hill steps down as creative director at Mulberry after 6 years, who will be filling her super stylish shoes is yet to be disclosed. Instyle.

Tips on how to start an online fashion brand…. we all have to start somewhere and this is a good place. StartUp Fashion.

I squealed with delight when I heard the news- Isabel Marant is doing a collection for H&M!! Oh yes! Cosmo.

Really Ree offers up a cautionary tale about fakes…. Really Ree.

The sales season kicks off… MatchesFashion.com, Selfridges, Harrods, Liberty, Harvey Nic’s & my-wardrobe.com. Happy shopping.

 

Bare Minerals Mascara… Tried & Tested

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Bare Minerals Flawless Definition Mascara

How do you find the perfect mascara?

It’s like trying to find the fountain of youth (pretty much impossible). Dozens of new mascaras flood the market every month, making ever bolder claims…. no clumps, 100% smudge-proof, 70% more volume- I’m in a spin just thinking about it.

Over the years I’ve tried countless brands, there’s usually at least a couple of different mascaras in my make-up kit at any one time. Through experience I’ve nailed it down to three factors- the brush, application and endurance.

This is how Bare Minerals Flawless Definition Mascara stacks up:

The Brush

A great wand is the secret to well-defined, clump free lashes. Bare Minerals mascara has a  360 degree wand so it catches every lash and the tapered end makes it easy to reach the corner of the eye without hitting your eye lid. The handle is just about the right length although for me it could be a little shorter and easier to control.

Application

The fine tooth comb makes the application process simple, a quick sweep of the wand, a little flick in the corners of the eye and that’s it. No clumps or thick, spidery lashes here and you don’t need to separate out the individual lashes either.

Endurance.

The best thing about Bare Minerals is the products are kind to you. No harsh chemicals and hidden nasties, Bare Minerals Mascaras actually condition your lashes. This means you won’t need to reapply before the end of the day and flaking is banned. This mascara doesn’t promise to be waterproof but is smudge proof (so no crying while wearing this one).

The easy application and conditioning formula make it a winner with me.

Reading List… FFH Online Loves

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Reading List

Don’t panic, this isn’t anything like the dull reading lists at school. These are my top online reads, the sites I visit when I have 5 minutes to spare but be warned…. 5 minutes usually turns into 50- there just that darn good!

Fashion Monitor- These guys never miss a trick. Every launch, appointment, collaboration and any other type of industry news in bite-sized pieces.

Liberty London Girl- Needs no intro (unless you’ve been under a rock for last 7 years!). Sasha infamously broke the news about Kate Moss teaming up with Topshop and regularly features exclusives like a guided tour of Coco Chanel’s Parisian apartment. If you need a little good advice on fashion, beauty, baking or dachshunds- look no further.

MatchesFashion.com Style Report- Most children ask for sweets but when my mum went shopping I would always asked for the instore magazine. Instore magazines can be surprisingly good and inspirational. MatchesFashion.com Style Report is my current favourite including the informative style debate.

Prete Moi Paris- Delivers my weekly fix of Parisian chic and Melissa’s recommendations are essential reading for anyone planning on a stylish trip to the French capital.

Really Ree- Handles all my beauty needs. I can pretty much guarantee any product you’re thinking of buying… Really Ree will have tried it out. Never buy another beauty product without checking here first.

Vogue- The fashion bible brings order to my life. Every note-worthy fashion and beauty event from around the globe, chronologically ordered so you never miss anything. EVER.

Wish, Wish, Wish- Sometimes you come across another blogger who inspires you to up your game. It’s not easy admitting that someone else is doing what you do but doing it better. Carrie inspires me to improve the photo’s on Fashion Follows Her. The images on Wish, Wish, Wish are amazing. Simple objects shot in a way that captures the theme of the post and brings the text to life.

Enjoy.x

Saturday Catch-Up……

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Reiss expand their business, launching a perfume to be stocked exclusively at Selfridges. The Fash Pack.

Russell & Bromley give us a sneak peek at their summer handbag collection, this Stuart Weitzman laser-cut, chain bag is on my wish-list. R&BPRGirl.

See backstage snaps from the 3 designers awarded Fashion Forward sponsorship for LCM. Fashion Forward Menswear SS14.

Really Ree reveals that one Rimmel Scandal Eyes product is sold every 14 seconds! That’s a whole lot of mascara…. Really Ree.

I’m a sucker for a beauty collaboration. Marc Jacobs make-up range will be available in August but Marc couldn’t resist teasing us with a first look at his peachy nail varnish. Marc Jacobs via Handbag.com.

FFH Weekly Gems….

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FFH Weekly Gems

Bank Holiday Monday teamed with the lovely warm weather sparked a little thought- what makes a great FFH Weekly Gem and why is it only jewellery that fits the criteria?

I guess I started doing FFH Weekly Gem posts to add a little sparkle to dull Monday mornings. Looking at shiny, pretty gems and wish-list lust kicks the week off with a certain je ne sais quoi. Anything that glitters on the greyest of days qualifies as a ‘weekly gem’. Working on that criteria I’ve put together a FFH Weekly Gems board designed to add a whole heap of sparkly goodness to the next bank holiday weekend.

From Top: Bombay Duck, Jewel Umbrella- £24.50, ASOS, Sunglasses- £12.50, Debenhams, Cake Slice- £12, Essie, Where’s my chauffeur?- £7.99, Net-a-Porter, RED Valentino shoes- £211, The Estate Yard, Glasses- £7 each, Net-a-Porter, Miu Miu Dress -£1,330, Not on the High Street, Tiffin tin- £39.95.

Bank Holiday Weekend Warm-Up…

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Holiday Weekend

- Christian Dior put it perfectly “Happiness is the secret to all beauty. There is no beauty without happiness”. A little flick of mascara and smudge of lipstick never hurt though. Selfridges.

- Chelsea put on a show this week. Katie Bowkett produced the winning t-shirt design to celebrate the 100th Chelsea Flower Show. LCF.

- Oscar de la Renta indulges my stationery fetish. Aerin via Twitter.

Oscar de la Renta

- Beauty, Fashion etc address the issue of why there are so few women in tech. Fashion Beauty etc.

- Coco’s Tea Party shares her shoe lust- Tabitha Simmons collaborates with J-Crew for CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Collection. Coco’s Tea Party.

Enjoy the bank holiday my lovely readers. xx

Saturday Starts Here…..

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- This is a prime example of why I adore Charlotte Olympia. The Pandora Clapboard clutch is quirky but still works, I like a cheeky twist to my fashion. French Vogue. 

- Zac Posen gives us a glimpse of his Resort 2014 collection in the making. Zac Posen.

- Time for a little self promotion- the lovely Melissa (Prete-Moi Paris) spreads the blogger love…. Prete-Moi Paris.

- Harper’s Bazaar announces that they intend to produce a French edition- Viva la France! Refinery 29.

- The woman who put the ‘cool Britannia’ vibe into Jaeger London, Belinda Earl transforms M&S from frump to fierce. The Guardian.

Perfume Review: Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb

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Flowerbomb

Viktor and Rolf Flowerbomb perfume has been on my wish-list for months- yesterday I finally got my hands on this intoxicating scent.

Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb

The exotic, opulent scent is utterly unique. Jasmine and Rose are two classic fragrances I rarely find together in a perfume. Combined with two ingredients I’ve never come across before (India osmanthus and cattleya orchid), Flowerbomb is in a league of its own. India osmanthus is an intense, sweet fragrance, traditionally used to make tea. Cattleya orchid adds a fruity, floral top-note with an exotic twist. Perfect for long, hot summer nights. Flowerbomb…… welcome to my beauty cupboard.

Weekend Refresh…..

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Five Faves

Oh my fashion fillies it has been a busy week…..

- Conde Nast close Easy Living print publication after eight years, opting to go digital only. Is this the shape of things to come? The Guardian.

- Selfridges to open a drive-through, order online and pick up from a McDonald’s style drive-through…. yes, really! Huffington Post.

- J-Crew to open a pop-up store in London, who doesn’t like a little pop-up action?! Elle.

- Sasha (Liberty London Girl) lives every girls dream…… invited by Chanel to spend 24 hours in Paris and visit Mademoiselle Chanel’s personal apartment. Liberty London Girl.

- Amy Odell keeps us up to date with all the Met Gala fashion drama- this year there was a punk theme. Buzz Feed.