This week I came across a new website it's called "The Beauty Department"
It is a beauty and hair blog, brought to us by Lauren Conrad, her make-up artist Amy Nadine and hairstylist Kristin Ess.
It contains tips, tricks and inspiration for anything beauty related. Although I expected it to be all about the celebrity Lauren Conrad, it isn't she plays as much of a role as the rest of the girls, each girl uploads their own posts and gives an insight into each of their favourite trends.
My favourite part of the blog is the many tutorials that are quick and simple and easy to follow.
My favourite tutorial is "Rosie Romantic" http://thebeautydepartment.com/2011/04/787/ I think it's really sweet and cute and does not over power, perfect for a sunny day.
Check it out here: http://thebeautydepartment.com/
Beth
xoxo
Tuesday, 3 May 2011
Friday, 29 April 2011
The Royal Wedding
Today was the big day for Kate Middleton and Prince William. Many lined the streets of London to catch a glimpse of the happy couple, and even more gathered as families to watch the ceremony live on the television. It was a day of celebration.
The big talk before the wedding was who was going to design Kate Middleton's dress and what it was going to look like. I thought it was gorgeous, soft lace on the bodice with lace sleeves covering her shoulders for underneath was a strapless dress cinched in at the waist with a beautiful full skirt and satin train. It was designed by Sarah Burton who is the creative director for Alexander McQueen. Kate looked stunning with her signature hair, half up and half down, topped by a Cartier Halo tiara borrowed from the Queen especially for today.
The big talk before the wedding was who was going to design Kate Middleton's dress and what it was going to look like. I thought it was gorgeous, soft lace on the bodice with lace sleeves covering her shoulders for underneath was a strapless dress cinched in at the waist with a beautiful full skirt and satin train. It was designed by Sarah Burton who is the creative director for Alexander McQueen. Kate looked stunning with her signature hair, half up and half down, topped by a Cartier Halo tiara borrowed from the Queen especially for today.
Beth
xoxo
Tuesday, 12 April 2011
Katy Perry Concert
Hey,
Sorry for the recent irregular posts.
This last weekend I went to London with my brother for my 18th birthday present, we went to two concerts at Wembley Arena, Scouting for Girls and Katy Perry.
Scouting for Girls was awesome especially as I've been a fan since they first released a single.
But Katy Perry was amazing it was such a good show and this is what I want to share with you.
Throughout the show there was a storyline going on which appeared as clips between the songs and as you could guess these clips gave time for Katy Perry to change costume. The set was beautiful it was all candy, cupcakes and lollipops as you can see in the below picture.
As for the clothes, I have no idea how many different outfits she had but they were all gorgeous and here's a few of my favourite:
Sorry for the recent irregular posts.
This last weekend I went to London with my brother for my 18th birthday present, we went to two concerts at Wembley Arena, Scouting for Girls and Katy Perry.
Scouting for Girls was awesome especially as I've been a fan since they first released a single.
But Katy Perry was amazing it was such a good show and this is what I want to share with you.
Throughout the show there was a storyline going on which appeared as clips between the songs and as you could guess these clips gave time for Katy Perry to change costume. The set was beautiful it was all candy, cupcakes and lollipops as you can see in the below picture.
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| Katy Perry as a Peacock performing "Peacock" |
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| Katy Perry after an unfortunate incident resulting in her changing into a cat |
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| Katy Perry singing "Pearl" while sat on her dancers mid-air |
As for the clothes, I have no idea how many different outfits she had but they were all gorgeous and here's a few of my favourite:
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| A more subtle dress for her ballad "Not Like The Movies" |
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| My favourite dress made of cupcakes for her encore of "California Gurls" |
Sunday, 20 March 2011
The Outnet
Hey,
I came across this website "the outnet" from the side magazine from this months Elle magazine. In the back it gave a selection of websites which were "style for less online" I looked up a few and they were all really expensive as they were either new designers or current ones. But on The Outnet I found this section called flash sales and in that they have a giveaway of a Giuseppe Zanotti clutch worth £1,005. Giuseppe Zanotti is a shoe and bag designer well known among the A-listers such as Katy Perry. The clutch is bead embellished black suede and the giveaway only has 4 days left.
Beth
xoxo
I came across this website "the outnet" from the side magazine from this months Elle magazine. In the back it gave a selection of websites which were "style for less online" I looked up a few and they were all really expensive as they were either new designers or current ones. But on The Outnet I found this section called flash sales and in that they have a giveaway of a Giuseppe Zanotti clutch worth £1,005. Giuseppe Zanotti is a shoe and bag designer well known among the A-listers such as Katy Perry. The clutch is bead embellished black suede and the giveaway only has 4 days left.Beth
xoxo
Tuesday, 8 March 2011
Hey,
So I've recently turned 18 and for my birthday I took my boyfriend over to Cardiff of course I couldn't go over to Cardiff without shopping. I was really disappointed though as I couldn't find anything I liked. I love all the romantic colours and clothing and there was loads in the shops but I just don't have anything to wear the colours with as I normally wear blues.
I then reverted to trying to find myself a nice day dress, I didn't succeed in this either. I found a really adorable dress in New Look that my friend wore to my party, but I decided against buying it as it was black and I've got enough black dresses. I then got put off as I knew I wouldn't wear any of these summery dresses.
I found results in shoes!! After finally giving up and going to lunch I found myself some more energy (or just desperation) and I checked in a few more shops one being River Island. I mainly stuck to the sale items and i found these amazing shoes. They were exactly what I loved. Brown boots above the ankle with fur on the lining and buckles on the front and round the heel. Best thing? They were in the sale £50 down from £73. Even better? I nabbed the last in my size! Now I am matching with my aviator jacket i got for christmas.
Beth
xoxo
So I've recently turned 18 and for my birthday I took my boyfriend over to Cardiff of course I couldn't go over to Cardiff without shopping. I was really disappointed though as I couldn't find anything I liked. I love all the romantic colours and clothing and there was loads in the shops but I just don't have anything to wear the colours with as I normally wear blues.
I then reverted to trying to find myself a nice day dress, I didn't succeed in this either. I found a really adorable dress in New Look that my friend wore to my party, but I decided against buying it as it was black and I've got enough black dresses. I then got put off as I knew I wouldn't wear any of these summery dresses.I found results in shoes!! After finally giving up and going to lunch I found myself some more energy (or just desperation) and I checked in a few more shops one being River Island. I mainly stuck to the sale items and i found these amazing shoes. They were exactly what I loved. Brown boots above the ankle with fur on the lining and buckles on the front and round the heel. Best thing? They were in the sale £50 down from £73. Even better? I nabbed the last in my size! Now I am matching with my aviator jacket i got for christmas.
Beth
xoxo
Tuesday, 22 February 2011
New York Fashion week
Hey,
New York fashion week ended a couple of days back and we've moved on to London but i'd like to pick out a few of my favourites from New York.
I was really inspired and impressed by one designer Christian Siriano, although his actual collection isn't what I'd normally really like it's still beautiful and i love how he was inspired. He said this collection was inspired by a flower called the Dracula Orchid. So the collection was dark and creepy using laser cut petals on dresses and even oversized lapels that looked like leaves or petals. To the right is my favourite dress as you can really see the inspiration with dark petals covering the dress.
My personal favourite collection from the New York fashion week was Herve Leger by Maz Azira. Maz Azira displayed three collections and he said this was because women have 10 different ways to express herself and these collections were just 3 of these ways. This Herve Leger collection was about evolving the bandage dress using a lot of white and beige colours and the skirts were often shorter than seen in previous collections but with a nice mix of long as well. The collection is full of sexy and powerful dresses. This is my particular favourite item. I love the detailing in the tight bodice and then down to the flowing skirt. I think this engages the sexy and powerful feel.
To see more of New York fashion week head to Vogue.co.uk
Beth
xoxo
New York fashion week ended a couple of days back and we've moved on to London but i'd like to pick out a few of my favourites from New York.
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| Dracula Orchid |
I was really inspired and impressed by one designer Christian Siriano, although his actual collection isn't what I'd normally really like it's still beautiful and i love how he was inspired. He said this collection was inspired by a flower called the Dracula Orchid. So the collection was dark and creepy using laser cut petals on dresses and even oversized lapels that looked like leaves or petals. To the right is my favourite dress as you can really see the inspiration with dark petals covering the dress.
My personal favourite collection from the New York fashion week was Herve Leger by Maz Azira. Maz Azira displayed three collections and he said this was because women have 10 different ways to express herself and these collections were just 3 of these ways. This Herve Leger collection was about evolving the bandage dress using a lot of white and beige colours and the skirts were often shorter than seen in previous collections but with a nice mix of long as well. The collection is full of sexy and powerful dresses. This is my particular favourite item. I love the detailing in the tight bodice and then down to the flowing skirt. I think this engages the sexy and powerful feel.To see more of New York fashion week head to Vogue.co.uk
Beth
xoxo
Monday, 14 February 2011
Award shows
Hey,
We've just seen two big award shows for music and film. One being the Grammys held on Monday 14th and the second was the BAFTA's held on Sunday the 13th.
From the grammys red carpet I particularly liked:
Lea Michele in a wonderful lace Emilio Pucci dress.
Selena Gomez in a shimmering J. Mendel gown
Jennifer Hudson in a beautiful blue Versace Gown
From the BAFTA's my personal favourite dresses were:
This blue versace gown featured on Jessica Alba
Emma Watson's Valentino Haute Couture dress
As for the winners?
BAFTA's = King's speech
Grammy's = Lady Antebellum
Beth
xoxo
We've just seen two big award shows for music and film. One being the Grammys held on Monday 14th and the second was the BAFTA's held on Sunday the 13th.
From the grammys red carpet I particularly liked:
Lea Michele in a wonderful lace Emilio Pucci dress.
Selena Gomez in a shimmering J. Mendel gown
Jennifer Hudson in a beautiful blue Versace Gown
From the BAFTA's my personal favourite dresses were:
This blue versace gown featured on Jessica Alba
Emma Watson's Valentino Haute Couture dress
As for the winners?
BAFTA's = King's speech
Grammy's = Lady Antebellum
Beth
xoxo
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