Winter skincare is often a tricky thing. Just when you think you've got the hang of it, the weather takes a turn for the worse and you're left reapplying lip balm every two minutes in order to be able to smile without it hurting. Whether or not you have a known skin problem or have... Continue Reading →
I've always been a fan of painting my nails. From the peel-off polish of my childhood to today's 3D effect glitters, I reckon I have probably owned at least one bottle off the stuff at any time over the last 30 years. In fact, one of my few scars is from trying to open a... Continue Reading →
This week, there has been a flurry of fashion news stories about the American singer-songwriter Erykah Badu being announced as the face of Givenchy's Spring 2014 campaign. While this is great news for those who have been busily pointing out the lack of diversity in mainstream fashion imagery, it's also a bit sad that it's... Continue Reading →
As I head towards the age of 40, I have noticed that my skin has started to change. Not with the addition of lots of lines and wrinkles yet, thankfully, but with a lack of firmness. It's like someone is slowly turning off the light that illuminated my skin. As smiles and well-applied make up... Continue Reading →
The letter I was another tricky one in my A-to-Z of Accessories, so I have had to resort to a brand name once more. But what a brand this is! I first discovered Illamasqua via Arched Eyebrow and, although I rarely wear lipstick myself, I was rather drawn to the deep shade worn by Bethany.... Continue Reading →
As the British summer surprises us with soaring temperatures for the first time in 10 years, being glamorous becomes that bit more tricky so I thought I'd share a few lighthearted tips to assist you. As WikiHow points out, "being glamorous is all about creating an attractive and exciting illusion that you lead an envied... Continue Reading →
I know it's been a little while since I was treated to a ghd masterclass and given a lovely new ghd air hairdryer to go and try the tips for myself, and I suspect that some of you may be wondering why I haven't yet posted the results of my experiments yet. First of all,... Continue Reading →
I got my hairdryer as a Christmas present from my parents, some time around 1992. It was a professional style dryer and came with a diffuser (which was handy for my then-permed hair), and a nozzle for blow-drying straight. I have since broken the diffuser and lost the nozzle but the hairdryer is still going... Continue Reading →
You might not think that skincare is a suitable topic for a Feminism Friday post, but I do have a perfectly good reason for this. My skincare routine began in my teenage years when I looked for a light moisturiser that would stop my skin drying out from the anti-acne products I was using. Most... Continue Reading →
On Monday I attended a panel discussion at the London College of Fashion on the Beauty of Age. The session was chaired by Professor Frances Corner, Head of London College of Fashion, and the panellists offered a variety of perspectives on the subject of women and ageing. Lesley Reynolds Kahn, co-founder of Harley Street Skin... Continue Reading →