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Wednesday, March 31, 2010
The Twilight Saga: Eclipse - Fashion Sneak Peek
Summit Entertainment released some photos from The Twilight Saga: Eclipse last night. Let us take a fashion sneak peek and know Bella, Edward, Jacob and the Cullens look in the most-anticipated movie of the year. Well, all of them are in jacket and pants.
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Update on Spring/Summer Diet...............
Alright it's time to give an update on my cleanse that I started last Tuesday. Well I am sad to say, I only lasted six hours. I started the cleanse Tuesday morning and by 2pm I was eating a double bacon cheeseburger in Wendy's parking lot. (holding my head down in shame)
I felt terrible, then on top of that I ate horrible the rest of the week, I went to my favorite Chinese buffet Tin Tin's, I dranked wine and sweet tea vodka for four nights straight and I ate a whole box cake all by myself on Saturday. By Sunday night I had hit an extreme low point. But the key to anything is if you fail, you must pick yourself back up. So Monday morning I started brand new with No Carbs, which is more realistic for me. I have cut out breads, starches, sodas, juices, and desserts. So I am mostly eating fish, vegetables, chicken, eggs, nuts and beans. I get my work out on my walking in the evening for 40 minutes. I also have started a new cleanse Ultra Body Cleanse (pictured above). This cleanse requires you to take 2 to 3 pills a day and drank this herbal tea. If you are interested in trying this cleanse it is an Ardyss product, you can purchase from any Ardyss representative. I got mine from Brandi Harris and you can contact her: Brandib678@aol.com
I will keep you updated.
In the mean time check out my little cousin Mylan, he just completed the 30 day master cleanse and he lost over 50lbs. I am soooo proud of him. The first video is day 30 and the last video is day 1&2, you can see the dramatic difference in his face.
I felt terrible, then on top of that I ate horrible the rest of the week, I went to my favorite Chinese buffet Tin Tin's, I dranked wine and sweet tea vodka for four nights straight and I ate a whole box cake all by myself on Saturday. By Sunday night I had hit an extreme low point. But the key to anything is if you fail, you must pick yourself back up. So Monday morning I started brand new with No Carbs, which is more realistic for me. I have cut out breads, starches, sodas, juices, and desserts. So I am mostly eating fish, vegetables, chicken, eggs, nuts and beans. I get my work out on my walking in the evening for 40 minutes. I also have started a new cleanse Ultra Body Cleanse (pictured above). This cleanse requires you to take 2 to 3 pills a day and drank this herbal tea. If you are interested in trying this cleanse it is an Ardyss product, you can purchase from any Ardyss representative. I got mine from Brandi Harris and you can contact her: Brandib678@aol.com
I will keep you updated.
In the mean time check out my little cousin Mylan, he just completed the 30 day master cleanse and he lost over 50lbs. I am soooo proud of him. The first video is day 30 and the last video is day 1&2, you can see the dramatic difference in his face.
CALLING ALL DIVAS!
The fashionistas of Essex were on high alert when the Elite Model Look team hit Lakeside, all desperate to get their hands on the Samsung Diva phone, the perfect fashion accessory for looking fabulous while keeping up to date with all social media like Facebook and MySpace. Satisfy your inner Diva and get onto http://www.bediva.co.uk/ to find out how to bag yourself one of these ‘it’ phones, or come to our next EML casting in Glasgow on the 10th of April to have a chance of winning a handset. Check out this exclusive behind the scenes video of the Diva campaign and click here to see more clips of the phone in action!
Gossip Girl Fashion Style The Empire Strikes Jack
Gossip Girl's Episode 16: The Empire Strikes Jack, showed some promising fashion trends that will be envied by many. Checkout Blair and Serena's outfit and steal their look!
Blair Waldorf
Dress: Isabella Tonchi
Necklace: Stephen Dweck
Cuff: Amedeo
Hat: Christine A. Moore
Coat: Proenza Schouler
Blouse: Oscar de la Renta
Skirt: Elie Tahari
Tights: Hue
Bag: Chanel
Serena van der Woodsen
Top: Helmut Lang
Vanessa Abrams
Sweater: Cynthia Steffe
Blouse: Matthew Williamson
Green bead necklace: David Aubrey
Turquoise necklace: Gara Danielle
Earrings: From the show's costume department
Coat: See by Chloe
Eleanor Waldorf
Outfit: Lorick by Abigail Lorick
Agnes
Dress: Lorick
Hat: Yestadt
Rosary: Pamela Love
Pearls: From the show's costume department
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Blair Waldorf
Dress: Isabella Tonchi
Necklace: Stephen Dweck
Cuff: Amedeo
Hat: Christine A. Moore
Coat: Proenza Schouler
Blouse: Oscar de la Renta
Skirt: Elie Tahari
Tights: Hue
Bag: Chanel
Serena van der Woodsen
Top: Helmut Lang
Vanessa Abrams
Sweater: Cynthia Steffe
Blouse: Matthew Williamson
Green bead necklace: David Aubrey
Turquoise necklace: Gara Danielle
Earrings: From the show's costume department
Coat: See by Chloe
Eleanor Waldorf
Outfit: Lorick by Abigail Lorick
Agnes
Dress: Lorick
Hat: Yestadt
Rosary: Pamela Love
Pearls: From the show's costume department
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Get Eleanor Waldorf's Latest Runway Collection
Last night, Eleanor Waldorf's latest runway collection debuted in Gossip Girl. In real life, you can also have those adorable fashion pieces. The actual designer behind the collection of polka dots, pastels and lace is Abigial Lorick, and her real designs are available exclusively at rarechic.com.
Photo Source: CW
Photo Source: CW
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Foundations I'm trying to use up and the would-I-repurchase test
Even when I've find a foundation that I like, I'll keep on trying out others. And as I'm incapable of waiting to buy until I've finished what I'm currently using, I end up with - dare I say it - too many. The good thing about this is that I can compare products side by side.
My favourite foundations are MAC's Studio Sculpt in NC25-30, mineralize compact in NC30 and Face and Body in C4. But they are the darker end of the spectrum for me. So in the winter months I have been using (and trying to get rid of!) the 'older' products that also happen to be lighter in colour. These are:
1. Laura Mercier's oil-free tinted moisturizer in Nude
When I first got this, I was really impressed that my t-zone didn't shine as much or as quickly. I was using her powder to set it, which I don't anymore, and I'm using a different moisturizer under the foundation so the effect isn't quite as wow now. I don't find the coverage to be too low or sheer; I think the name 'tinted moisturizer' is misleading.
Would I repurchase? Yes, in another colour, perhaps. But I still have a back-up that I got when I was really into Laura Mercier...
2. Bobbi Brown's Moisture Rich foundation in Beige
I like that it comes with a pump but I don't like the way the cap gets dirty. That's a minor complaint that has nothing to do with the product itself, which is fine. I use so little - half a squirt - that I get quite sheer coverage (similar to Laura M's tinted moisturiser). The glass bottle is fine for using at home but obviously not for travelling.
Would I repurchase? No.
3. Bobbi Brown's Luminous foundation in Warm Sand
I was given this (tester) and this is too light for me so I'm not using it at all (I thought I'd mention it, though). There's also the risk of pouring out too much product. But the coverage is better, if that's what you're looking for, and more moisturising, with anti-ageing properties. I do like the creamy formulation and overall finish.
Would I (re)purchase? In theory, yes, but probably never will.
4. Shu Uemura's Face Architect in 764
Another glass bottle. It comes with a pump (good) and the cap is much bigger and doesn't fit so snugly onto the pump so it stays clean - not a smudge of old, crusty foundation anywhere. Nice creamy formulation with good coverage.
Would I repurchase? Yes. And I would prefer to get this than Bobbi's Luminous but in a different shade (sometimes I think it looks too rosy).
Swatches of the above four foundations.
5. Foundation sticks from Bobbi Brown (beige, warm beige) and Chantecaille (Camomile)
I just don't like foundation sticks. I never re-apply foundation during the day (especially when I'm out) so I don't need it in solid form. Some people might find them useful for applying around the nose when you have a cold and need to blow your nose all the time. Anyway, looking at the swatch of Warm Beige, I think it's too pink. Camomile is too light for me. I should put this together with my concealers so I'll remember to use it.
In the swatch photo - look how they emphasise my pores! Ugh.
Would I repurchase? Never.
6. Bobbi Brown's Smooth Skin fondation in Beige
Another tester that I was given. I've never used it. I used to hear such negative reviews about this product that I'm quite honestly scared to use it. I know that it doesn't sell well, either, so I'm not surprised it's being discontinued - isn't it? It says 'last chance' on their website.
Would I (re)purchase? Never.
I completely forgot to swatch this foundation when I was doing the others - it goes to show how unloved this is by me - so on its own:
My favourite foundations are MAC's Studio Sculpt in NC25-30, mineralize compact in NC30 and Face and Body in C4. But they are the darker end of the spectrum for me. So in the winter months I have been using (and trying to get rid of!) the 'older' products that also happen to be lighter in colour. These are:
1. Laura Mercier's oil-free tinted moisturizer in Nude
When I first got this, I was really impressed that my t-zone didn't shine as much or as quickly. I was using her powder to set it, which I don't anymore, and I'm using a different moisturizer under the foundation so the effect isn't quite as wow now. I don't find the coverage to be too low or sheer; I think the name 'tinted moisturizer' is misleading.
Would I repurchase? Yes, in another colour, perhaps. But I still have a back-up that I got when I was really into Laura Mercier...
2. Bobbi Brown's Moisture Rich foundation in Beige
I like that it comes with a pump but I don't like the way the cap gets dirty. That's a minor complaint that has nothing to do with the product itself, which is fine. I use so little - half a squirt - that I get quite sheer coverage (similar to Laura M's tinted moisturiser). The glass bottle is fine for using at home but obviously not for travelling.
Would I repurchase? No.
3. Bobbi Brown's Luminous foundation in Warm Sand
I was given this (tester) and this is too light for me so I'm not using it at all (I thought I'd mention it, though). There's also the risk of pouring out too much product. But the coverage is better, if that's what you're looking for, and more moisturising, with anti-ageing properties. I do like the creamy formulation and overall finish.
Would I (re)purchase? In theory, yes, but probably never will.
4. Shu Uemura's Face Architect in 764
Another glass bottle. It comes with a pump (good) and the cap is much bigger and doesn't fit so snugly onto the pump so it stays clean - not a smudge of old, crusty foundation anywhere. Nice creamy formulation with good coverage.
Would I repurchase? Yes. And I would prefer to get this than Bobbi's Luminous but in a different shade (sometimes I think it looks too rosy).
Swatches of the above four foundations.
Laura Mercier, BB Moisture Rich, BB Luminous, Shu Uemura
5. Foundation sticks from Bobbi Brown (beige, warm beige) and Chantecaille (Camomile)
In the swatch photo - look how they emphasise my pores! Ugh.
Would I repurchase? Never.
Foundation sticks in Beige, Warm Beige, Camomile
6. Bobbi Brown's Smooth Skin fondation in Beige
Another tester that I was given. I've never used it. I used to hear such negative reviews about this product that I'm quite honestly scared to use it. I know that it doesn't sell well, either, so I'm not surprised it's being discontinued - isn't it? It says 'last chance' on their website.
Would I (re)purchase? Never.
I completely forgot to swatch this foundation when I was doing the others - it goes to show how unloved this is by me - so on its own:
When I look at all of these swatches, they colours look so different that I'm rather horrified - how could I never have gotten strange remarks?!
Do you try and finish products, even if they are no longer right?
Do you try and finish products, even if they are no longer right?
Monday, March 29, 2010
Victoria's Secret Angels at VS Swim Catalouge Anniversary
Last week, Victoria's Secret celebrated 15th anniversary of their SWIM catalogue. The special occasion was attended by Victoria's Secret Angels that wowed everyone with their amazing outfits as they walked on the pink carpet. See some of the Victoria's Secret Angels photos after the jump.
Alessandra Ambrosio in a gradient-colored minidress: white, black and violet.
Miranda Kerr in emerald green super-short frock.
Candice Swanepoel a white dress with blue vertical, horizontal and diagonal stripes.
Kylie Bisutti wore a red assymetrical dress.
Stacy Keibler in a yellow dress embellished with gemstones.
Photo Source: millionlooks.com
Alessandra Ambrosio in a gradient-colored minidress: white, black and violet.
Miranda Kerr in emerald green super-short frock.
Candice Swanepoel a white dress with blue vertical, horizontal and diagonal stripes.
Kylie Bisutti wore a red assymetrical dress.
Stacy Keibler in a yellow dress embellished with gemstones.
Photo Source: millionlooks.com
My yoga ritual
Yoga is something I want to enjoy and look forward to doing.... with a little help from these friends.
1. Brew some tea.
It's always good to drink and I never drink enough. So I make a pot of Aveda's comforting tea.
If you make it right, it can taste really sweet, even though there's no sugar in it. It's still a matter of trial and error for me but it has to do with using the right amount of tea leaves - the more the sweeter. But it's quite an expensive tea so you don't want to use too much. Trying to get the right balance is not easy. Also, infuse for longer and it becomes sweeter.
2. Keep a scented room spray within reach.
I have another product from Aveda.
There are different scented sprays for each of the chakras. I only liked the smell of chakra 2.
There's so much breathing through the nose in Kundalini yoga that it's nice to spray it in the room. I do find that I have to re-spray it every now and then because the scent is quite light and doesn't linger.
3. Have a blanket ready.
I love the fleece blankets from Ikea. Even if you only do the short warm-up sequence, you should relax afterwards - lie on your back in Corpse Pose with eyes closed. My body cools down so I stay warm with a blanket.
4. Music.
Only if I'm not doing a full session (one whole DVD), I like to have my yoga music playlist ready for the relaxation part. It really helps me relax, unwind and not get bored. As Maya Fiennes says in her book, "(relaxation) is when the body processes the information it has received, rests and absorbs the changes and the healing."
All we have to do is make time... maybe that should be number one on this list.
1. Brew some tea.
It's always good to drink and I never drink enough. So I make a pot of Aveda's comforting tea.
2. Keep a scented room spray within reach.
I have another product from Aveda.
There's so much breathing through the nose in Kundalini yoga that it's nice to spray it in the room. I do find that I have to re-spray it every now and then because the scent is quite light and doesn't linger.
3. Have a blanket ready.
I love the fleece blankets from Ikea. Even if you only do the short warm-up sequence, you should relax afterwards - lie on your back in Corpse Pose with eyes closed. My body cools down so I stay warm with a blanket.
4. Music.
Only if I'm not doing a full session (one whole DVD), I like to have my yoga music playlist ready for the relaxation part. It really helps me relax, unwind and not get bored. As Maya Fiennes says in her book, "(relaxation) is when the body processes the information it has received, rests and absorbs the changes and the healing."
All we have to do is make time... maybe that should be number one on this list.
Le Inspiration Tennis - Hermes
Le Tennis Vogue
Timeless Tennis fashion 1947 above
Swinging Sixties sweet simplicity...
Chris Evert always looked great
Sharapova swirls and opulence in true Russian style .....
Adidas by Stella McCartney....
I like the balloon skirt, very cute and different
As the weather improves we like to play outdoor games such as Tennis, here are a few stylish moments in tennis fashion history right up to todays cool looks on the court.
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