Now we all know how fashionable food is right now so handbags, shoes, jewellery….all made from food…. win win no? These inspired creations are by Fulvio Bonavia, an award-winning Italian photographer known for using inventive imagery. They were hand crafted by him using real produce for the book A Matter of Taste, fusing couture with cuisine, suitable …
How breathtaking are the Kawachi Fuji Gardens in Japan? I think I might cry at the beauty if I were to see this in real life. Mid-April to Mid-May is generally when the wisteria is in bloom and there is an annual wisteria festival at the same time as the more famous cherry blossom. …
I rarely get excited about makeup limited editions. Too many brands do them too often and they are usually rather lame. So bravo and wigs off to Nars for this collaboration with the Andy Warhol Foundation which looks stunning and properly thought out. Not sure if it will available in UK. Oh well might have …
Miami, hip hotel capital of the world, does glam hotels in spades. I handled the UK PR for the Greater Miami CVB for nearly a decade so have seen my fair share of Miami hotel rooms. The words glam and hostels however don’t go quite so hand in hand. The Freehand, a new hostel, due …
Nothing else to say but Bolt!
I just love this – the attention to detail is ridiculous. Inspired by a Barbie themed fashion shoot in Italian Vogue, London-based, wedding photographer, Obi Nwokedi created this intricate tableaux of a traditional Nigerian Yoruba wedding. Not surprisingly it took five months to complete. See the full set of pictures here.
Cosmetics A La Carte is an “insiders” secret where those in the know go for tailor made makeup. To celebrate its 40th anniversary this year, there’s currently a great little exhibition curated by Ryan Lanji, Colour & Culture, to remind you of its heritage, influence and innovation in the makeup world. The go to boutique for makeup artists … Continue reading »
When I want a cake fix but haven’t got the inclination, patience or ingredients to make cake, pancakes hit the spot. I have a million and one delicious pancake recipes to share. This one is great for brunch or dessert. Recipe: Coconut & Strawberry Pancakes (vegan, dairy-free) Ingredients (makes 8- 10 pancakes): Vegan pancakes: 1 … Continue reading »
It seems chocolate inspired by travel with retro vintage look wrapper designs are the latest choco trend. Fine by me. Cocoa Hernando is the newest kid on the gourmet chocolate block with four bars based on recent exotic journeys by the founder. I tried India and Himalaya and they were rather tasty with the flavours well … Continue reading »
Good to know that I’m not the only one partial to a purple pout. Stylist Magazine recently got a bit violet. Just a bit of an update as the hunt for the perfect purple lipstick continues. Thanks to everyone who’s made suggestions. I’ve discovered a few more potentials. One thing that has become very obvious … Continue reading »
Following on from my recent post about Givenchy getting their celebrity “face” right with Simon Baker, another brand getting a gold star from me is L’Oreal owned Mizani. A few months ago the hair brand announced that it had signed the Noisette’s lead singer Shingai Shoniwas as their first celebrity ambassador and the new advertising … Continue reading »
OK big round of applause to Givenchy for signing up The Mentalist as the face of its new Gentlemen Only fragrance. I want to smell this perfume. Well i want to smell this perfume on Simon Baker. Well i want to smell Simon Baker but lets not get into details. He wasn’t as hot in … Continue reading »
Prints just lift the spirits so. Recently I met someone wearing the delightful orange and zebra print below, by young designer, Charlotte Taylor. Her bold , fun designs paired with elegant silhouettes always bring a smile to my face. The current collection was inspired by a trip to Rajasthan last year and features traditional Indian … Continue reading »
