Style by Sense

Introducing Louis Vuitton W

noreply@blogger.com (Rae) — Fri, 25 Oct 2013 15:32:00 +0000

Many of you have already seen the new Louis Vuitton W Bag in the arms of Michelle Williams in Louis Vuitton's stunning Fall 2013 campaign, but now we have a close-up look at all five versions of the bag, one of Vuitton’s marquee new pieces for Fall 2013. It is named after its lines, which create a W-like shape, the sizeable pocketbook features lots of structure, making it a piece that will work well through fall.

The bag comes in two sizes, PM and GM – the PM is 13 inches wide, while the GM reaches almost 16. The shape starts at $3,700 for a PM mixture of leather and canvas and tops out at $5,150 for a GM all-leather bag. You’ll be able to shop these bags this fall via Louis Vuitton.

Let's see which celebrities like this bag.

5 Steps to Dress for Travelling in Winter

noreply@blogger.com (Rae) — Wed, 02 Oct 2013 07:21:00 +0000

If you are travelling in winter from a tropical country to a temperate or frigid country, you might ponder what you need to wear to keep yourself warm.

To stay warm and continue to sight-see, you need to wear a good 3 layers. A 3-layer system is about wearing a base, middle and an outer layer. You may add on one more layer on top of the outer layer, which we called a shell layer, if your outer layer is not waterproof or windproof.

Start with thermal underwear, preferably wool, silk, polypropylene and other synthetic fibres; and warm socks (wool or thermal). This will keep you warm.
If it is really cold, -20˚C or below, wear an additional fleece layer on top of your thermals. The mid layer should be slightly thicker than your base layer.
Wear a neck warmer or scarf to keep your chest and heart warm so that you won’t catch cold.
Finally, throw on your winter jacket, as an outer layer, put on a warm hat and thermal gloves.
Also, get yourself a pair of boots with good grip. This helps you in walking on the slippery surface.

Be your own fashion guru: How to find your own sense of style

noreply@blogger.com (Rae) — Tue, 10 Sep 2013 09:45:00 +0000

By NINA GARCIA

Don't panic if the catwalk shows and the new styles flying into the shops have left you confused by what you should be wearing.

My new book reveals that the secret to looking fabulous is not about slavishly following fashion or looking like a supermodel, it's about finding your own style.

And as the fashion director of U.S. Elle magazine, I've realised that anyone can be "in fashion" simply by following the rules of the season.

Jeans and a black dress will take you so far but accessories maketh the woman.

But style is personal. There is no herd to follow. There are no rules. There are no seasons.

Style comes from within, from knowing who you are and who you want to be; not from wanting to be somebody else, or wanting to be thinner, shorter, taller, prettier.

Many of the most stylish women in the world have not been great beauties - think Lauren Hutton with her gap-toothed smile or Barbra Streisand and her Grecian nose - but have drawn from an enormous amount of self-confidence.

They made us think they were beautiful simply by believing it themselves.

All this sounds great in theory, but finding your own style can be a daunting prospect.

Which is why I've come up with some style basics that will have you looking - and, most importantly, feeling - fashion fabulous in no time.

Take control: You can be your own fashion guru.

How many items in your wardrobe do you actually wear?

How many of those make you feel good about yourself? And how many times have you looked in that wardrobe and said: "I have nothing to wear!"?

Your wardrobe should contain only amazing choices - it is much easier to be inspired when you see five remarkable pieces than when you see 25 pieces and 20 of those are unremarkable.

Pick key items and get rid of the rest, even if it is the "must-have" item of the season, or you spent a week's salary on it in 1999, or you wore it every day of your teenage years and "can't bear to part with it".

If it doesn't look good on you now, it shouldn't be there.

Start by throwing out anything you no longer wear or that doesn't look good on you. Be ruthless.

It's easier said than done, so make yourself a deal: for every 20 items you chuck, you can buy one killer piece.

When you're buying, buy the right size.

Don't buy a smaller one because you're planning on losing weight, or because you don't like the idea that you're a size 16.

And be wary of bargains.

Paying £100 for a pair of jeans that cost £200 is a great deal.

But if you are never going to wear them, don't need them, or don't even particularly like them, that's a very expensive deal.

Steer clear of trends.

If everyone is wearing bright yellow mini-dresses but you don't look good in yellow or minidresses, why buy one? Wear what suits you and what makes you comfortable.

Comfortable doesn't have to mean boring. Don't play it too safe.

You should wake up in the morning and be inspired by what is in your wardrobe: 20 black skirts tend to offer little inspiration; one white beaded vintage skirt offers a lot.

THE BARE BONES

Now you've cleared out your wardrobe, it's time to invest in the bare bones, if you don't own them already.

These are essential staples that go with almost anything and never go out of style - a blank canvas that you can layer on to.

The Little Black Dress: Popularised by Coco Chanel, this is the ultimate blank canvas. Slimming and flattering, it's simple enough to make you look effortlessly stylish, yet sophisticated enough to make you look endlessly elegant.

A Classic White Shirt: It has a crisp simplicity that makes it practical and unpretentious. Jackie Onassis paired hers with jeans, Uma Thurman went for black trousers, and Audrey Hepburn teamed hers with a long skirt.

Cashmere Cardigan or Round-neck: Cashmere instantly imbues luxury when worn over anything, but is also incredibly sexy when worn alone, a la Marilyn Monroe.

A Trench Coat: Not just for rainy days, a trench goes with almost anything. Best of all, it makes you instantly mysterious. Wear with big sunglasses to really channel your inner spy.

Denim: Jeans are the most versatile item. Simple and practical, sexy and perfect, rebellious and elegant, they can dress anything down and make even the most uptight items look relaxed.

A Man's Watch: Women's watches tend to change according to trends, but a classic man's watch is timeless and looks great on a woman's wrist. It makes a statement and breaks the rules in an unexpected but subtle way.

Diamonds: You can't go wrong here. Perfect for day or night, casual or dressy, winter or summer, with other jewels, or not. Fake is fine.

Ballet Flats: For driving, mad dashes for flights, the first day of the sales, or any occasion when you have to give your heels the boot in the name of practicality.

A High-Heeled Pump: Sometimes you want outrageous, impractical, bold shoes. But sometimes, a reliable classic black high-heeled pump that won't clash with your dress, or prospective in-laws, is what's required.

A Great Bag (or four): Statement bags are great, but you also need the classics: a tote or shoulder bag for day and carrying almost everything; a clutch for night and carrying around almost nothing; a medium-sized handbag, with a chain-link strap, for those times in between; and, treat yourself to a must-have - Chanel, Louis Vuitton Speedy, Gucci's Jackie O, or the Hermes Birkin, just because . . .

THE DRAMA

Now you have your basics, it's time to inject your own sense of style with some truly fantastic pieces - a decadent, oversized cocktail ring, a vintage beaded dress that fits you perfectly, a leopard-print coat - spend your money on these one-of-a-kind, dramatic pieces.

Don't just go crazy for the trends. If you do happen to fall in love with a trend, buy it now but wait a few years until it is "out of style" to wear it.

The best time to buy is when you are travelling - something exotic that nobody else will have back home and can usually be picked up for next to nothing, because while fashion may be expensive, style doesn't have to be.

Ironically, it is often the people with less money who seem to understand style best.

Maybe because they cannot slavishly follow trends, or because they consider purchases more carefully, or perhaps because they perfect the art of mixing expensive items with cheaper finds.

So check out flea markets, H&M, Uniqlo and vintage bargains (cheapest of all when "borrowed" from your mum's wardrobe).

As well as mixing Mango and Marc Jacobs, think about other unusual juxtapositions.

Unpredictable is what is going to make you look different.

Try diamonds with ethnic beads, stripes and checks, leather and lace, masculine with feminine.

It takes time and trial to perfect but these "imperfect" mixes are what style is about.

THE FINISHING TOUCHES

Basics and drama will take you so far, but accessories maketh the woman. Start with shoes.

Blahnik, Louboutin, Vivier, Choo and Alaia can all be depended upon for a perfect quality shoe.

Even if you have to save for years to afford a single pair, do it.

Perfect shoes deserve perfect feet - chipped polish and cracked heels are not a good look.

Toe cleavage is often overlooked but it matters - two cracks only should be on show (i.e. only showing the divide between your first three toes).

Don't go too high; if you can't walk, you will look ridiculous.

And be wary of teaming very high heels with a very short skirt - hardly anyone can pull this off without looking like a tramp.

Other accessories should be equally carefully chosen - they pull an outfit together and tell the world how cool, elegant and sophisticated you are.

Think Jackie O and her sunglasses or Audrey Hepburn and her scarf.

Choose accessories as you would friends, seeking out the ones that complement you, make you feel confident, and stick by you through ups and downs, men, and extra pounds.

The key is keeping it personal - your grandmother's pendant or a bracelet from Mexico - and keeping it tasteful.

Think big necklace or big earrings, not both.

Your wardrobe of finishing touches, should also include a good tailor who can make anything look expensive by making it fit you perfectly.

So get them to revamp older items, shorten trousers but keep the same finish and turn vintage finds into one-of-a-kind keepsakes.

Finally, remember style is not about being perfect.

It's the Kate Moss factor. She never looks like she is trying too hard.

Something is always a bit off: her hair is messy, her accessories don't match, her shirt is rumpled. Yet she always looks amazing.

Perfection is over-rated.

Looking like you're always ready for a photoshoot is not style. Looking like you know how to live, how to have fun and how to let your hair down is.

STYLE TIPS FROM THE EXPERTS

Ralph Lauren: "Breaking rules is what makes clothes interesting. I love mixing fabrics and shapes in unexpected ways - classic with modern, rugged with elegant."

John Galliano: "Glamour today is confidence, independence, not giving a damn, going for it and indulging your desires - in fashion, life and living."

Donatella Versace: "The most valuable item in your wardrobe is not a piece of clothing; it is an accessory. With a quick switch of a handbag or a pair of shoes, you can instantly change your look and mood."

Heidi Klum: "Wear something you feel gorgeous in and don't try too hard; it's much sexier when it appears effortless. Clothes that don't fit, or don't fit the wearer's personality, don't help."

Giorgio Armani: "Elegance is the result of a natural equilibrium between simplicity, looking after oneself and intelligence. All this generates the attitude we call elegance. It is a quality which, contrary to popular belief, does not require deep pockets."

Elle Macpherson: "Find a personal style by not following trends. I have worn jeans, a white T-shirt, a cashmere jumper and knee-high, cowboy or motorcycle boots, or ballet flats for 25 years. The shape of the jeans changes and that's about it. There is something disquieting about clothing schizophrenia."

Zac Posen: "Dress to make an entrance the same way you dress to make an exit: with aplomb, shoulders back and a withheld secret."

• Extracted by Claire Coleman from The Little Black Book Of Style by Nina Garcia. All rights reserved. Published by arrangement with Collins, an imprint of Harper Collins Publishers, out in November priced at £10.99.

Daily Inspiration

noreply@blogger.com (Rae) — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 05:44:00 +0000

If you are looking something different today, look no further. Check out these fashion styles, they are simple but enough to give you a wow effect.

Kate Middleton's Maternity Style

noreply@blogger.com (Rae) — Tue, 03 Sep 2013 02:16:00 +0000

Ever want to be an elegant yet in-style preggie? Why not take a look on Kate Middleton's maternity style and see if these are what you are looking for?

2013 Fall Trend

noreply@blogger.com (Rae) — Sun, 01 Sep 2013 13:52:00 +0000

1. Moss Green

It’s a dark green colour with a tint of yellow, like that of moss. This colour works well like a neutral that can be paired with a lot of different shades.

2. Unconventional Leopard Print

Conventional leopard print is kind of an eyesore to be honest, so if you like the print but want to freshen it up go with a leopard pattern rather than a print. It will show in the light but will stay subtle. Also look into leopard print in hazy subdued colours. It’s there, but it’s not there until you take a closer look. Leopard print in unconventional colours is not new, but you still can break away from that classic brown with some techni-colour leopard. Wear it in clothes or footwear and try using colour blocks to incorporate it with this latest trend. Most times though, less is more. So if you are afraid to overdo it with the animal print go with a little detail in your outfit. It can be statement shoes, little shoulder bag or clutch or even just a bracelet or belt.

3. Winter White

Off-white, ivory, and cream tones are easier to pull off during cold months than pure white is. Look for whites with beige tints subtly mixed in.

4. Plaid Prints

Whether checkered, tartan, or houndstooth, we'll all be marching straight into Fall 2013 with a wardrobe of plaid jackets, dresses, trousers, and more.

2013 Spring Trend

How to Wear Long Sleeve Blouse

noreply@blogger.com (Rae) — Thu, 29 Aug 2013 16:16:00 +0000

Long sleeve blouse is one of the best matching pieces you might want to have in your wardrobe approaching Fall/Winter season. A simple design would be much easier when it comes to mix and match, it doesn’t matter if it’s a third-quarter sleeves, OL-style white blouse or even a feminine chiffon type, it is always a perfect match to pair it with jeans.

You may also get the look from H&M.

Burberry Small Bridle House Check Hobo Bag

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Elegant Lace Cheongsam

noreply@blogger.com (Rae) — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 00:54:00 +0000

Look no further if a modern elegant Cheongsam is what you are looking for attending any function, be it casual or formal.

This is the latest fashion available for order.

Cheongsam-699

Price: RM 169

Availability: Ready stock, ship within 2-7 working days

Measurement:

Size (cm)	Bust	Waist	Hip	Length
S	81	66	86	82
M	86	71	91	82
L	91	76	96	85
XL	96	81	102	85
XXL	102	86	107	87

2013 Spring Trend

noreply@blogger.com (Rae) — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:20:00 +0000

Try this if you like your legs: The Shorts Suit

Spotted at no fewer than eight shows, a two-piece shorts suit is a fresh way to flaunt those legs you’ve worked so hard to tone.

Try this if you like your arms: Sporty Dresses

Try sleeveless, sport-inspired dresses like the ones at DKNY. Pair them with wedge sneakers for an added inch or two of height.

Try if you like your abs: Peekaboo Cutouts

Cushnie et Ochs showed dresses with strategic slits, while Diane von Furstenberg used sheer fabrics to give the illusion of cutouts. Wear this style on your next date and wait for sparks to fly.

Try if you like your butt: Floral Prints

Wearing a floral pattern on the lower half of your body is a surefire way to call attention to that booty. Keep the rest of your look on the simple side, like at Paul and Joe, to ensure your bottom is the star of the show.

Suede Boots in Trend

noreply@blogger.com (stylebysense) — Sun, 08 Apr 2012 14:13:00 +0000

Forget the summer sandals and shoes girls. Now is the time to be thinking fashion boots and there are some fabulous new designs for Fall and Winter this year.

Everything from the ankle boot for wearing with your best jeans to thigh-highs to wear with your minis and opaque tights or leggings, whether you prefer comfy Uggs or sexy stilettos there is a boot here you will love! There are plenty of designer boots for you to drool over but also some budget buys if you are watching your wallet. Suede boots are generally practical and comfortable, a good fit for work or leisure. Let’s check out how the celebrities carry them.

Dorathy Perkins offers Free International Shipping

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 04:17:00 +0000

One of the great offers in town has to be from Dorathy Perkins that offers free international shipping when you spend £40 or more and it ends 23:59 GMT Tuesday 20^th March. The sleeveless wrap dress is only selling at £16 and tops are selling fast from £10.

So what are you waiting for? Don't miss out this great ideal and be hurry before it ends this Tuesday.

Peep Toe Shoes

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 03:32:00 +0000

Peep toe shoes are popular, stylish, and can be office appropriate or sexy, depending upon the shoe and how you wear it. Peep toes come in various colours and are available in flats, wedges, chunky heels and stilettos that can work for both young women and older women, with the right styling.

You can pair the peep toe shoes with tights (not panty hose), jeans, flirty dress and even office attire.

You can have the peep toes in casual style, just like how Kim Kardashian carried hers. It is a comfortable choice when the weather turns slightly warmer and it is also an alternative to sandals.

See how Eva Longoria demonstrates different styles with peep toes. She paired them with formal dress, shorts and even pants.

These are some of the peep toes collections Aldo shoes has to offered.

LV's peep toe heels.

3 Ways to Refresh Your Space

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 23:00:00 +0000

Is your home in need of a quick makeover but difficult to find the time to renovate? Then, you might want to consider these simple ideas that will help you refresh your space with just small budget.

Idea 1: Colour and Pattern

Colour has a strong connection with emotion. Refreshing your space is achievable through changing colour of the interior and it is much easier to begin the transformation in colours with large pieces like bedding, carpet, cushion cover, curtain and other textiles. However, no matter how you mix and match, just remember the rule of thumb of sticking only to a theme colour within the room, like wall, flooring, cupboard, sofa or bedding.

Idea 2: Picture and Frame

Refreshing your space can be instantly enhanced through artistic picture and frame. There are multiple ways to display your creativity on the wall.

1) Symmetry: It is the best to pick the pictures with the same series of content and arrange them symmetrically that can easily achieve the desirable effect.

2) Repetition: You can consider this if you have identical and simple patterns, and it is preferable to choose the frameless to avoid cumbersome.

3) Horizontal: Arrange the frames with the top or bottom following a horizontal line.

4) Centre: Arrange the pictures in a central line with the left and the right to be balanced.

5) Square: With a virtual square in mind, arrange the small and large pictures to form a regular square.

6) Follow the structure: If you have high ceiling rooms, you can consider arranging them along the door frame and cupboards.

7) In Radius: Arrange the pictures around a picture.

Idea 3: Plants and Candle

Plant is definitely an indispensable element to refresh your space. Besides lively plant, vase and flowery materials would thrive every corner of your home.

The New iPad

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 02:30:00 +0000

The hottest topic in town right now has to be the newly launched 3^rdgeneration iPad. So, we believe updating our readers with the latest news on the gadget/electronic stuffs or some would say men’s talk but it could be something interesting to know a little.

Apple launched the third generation iPad on 7 March 2012 but it was not expected to be named as iPad 3, but rather the New iPad. Most would wonder if they should get the New iPad. Well, let us walk you through some simple upgrades and differences between iPad 2 and New iPad before you make a decision.

The New iPad comes with stunning Retina display that offers greater colour saturation, 5MP rear camera and ultrafast 4G LTE. LTE stands for Long Term Evolution, but its full name is 3^rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) Long Term Evolution.

As differ from iPad 2, the New iPad has a new A5X core that is said to improve the graphic. The rear camera is upgraded to 5-megapixel, similar to those found in the iPhone 4S. We have tabulated some specification of iPad, iPad 2 and New iPad for your easy review.

Are you going to go for the new iPad, or stick with the iPad 2? Let us know in the comments.

Recipe: Creamy Mushroom Soup

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 01:37:00 +0000

Ingredients :

300g fresh shitake mushrooms/abalone mushrooms, sliced

2 tbsp butter

1 big onion, peeled and diced

2 tbsp plain flour

600ml water

250ml milk

1 cube chicken stock concentrate

Seasoning :

Salt, pepper and black pepper to taste

1/2 tsp mixed herbs/oregano

50g canned button mushrooms, chopped

Method :

1. Melt butter in a stockpot, stir-fry diced onion until soft. Add in flour, fresh mushrooms and stir well.

2. Add in water, milk, chicken stock concentrate and bring to boil at high heat. Lower the heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

3. Add in seasoning and stir well. Remove from heat.

4. Blend the mushrooms soup in a blender until smooth. Return the soup to stockpot, and bring to boil. Remove from heat and keep warm

Flattening with Curls

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 02:00:00 +0000

Most would wonder what could be the most flattening hairstyle. It has to be curly hair, but should it be short curly hair or long curly hair? The right length that is carefully styled by the professional can enhance your feature beautifully and flatten the wide face as well.

The short curly hair with straight fringe has perfectly flattened the model’s feature and the flaxen hair makes her rosy skin looks even fairer. The messy and layered hair makes the style effortless.

You would look adorable with this straight fluffy fringe that not only shorten your face visually but also make every focal point on your beautiful eyes.

2012 Fashion Trend: Neon Colours

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 08:17:00 +0000

Most would find it difficult in carrying colours on them, but fashionista has the passion and sense in making them look good. Being one of the hottest elements in this year’s fashion trend, neon colour like bright yellow, sapphire and rosy red might be the piece that most would stay away having the fear of carrying it well. Nevertheless, if you would think about trying this out, a neon bottom would be a better choice to carry it than a top. Try these combinations to put together an eye-catching yet not over exaggerated style.

Blake Lively was looking good with a sapphire suit at a premier.

This is the most basic combination of mix and match the neon and yet still look good.

Matching colour series would be the combination you might want to consider for a more challenging and hard to carry style.

Contrast series is also another option to play around with neon colours but it is not easy to carry as well. The key of making a cohesive style in looking good with contrast neon is to keep the fashion items as simple as possible and complement with cold-tone accessories.

Celebrity Style: Lace Dresses

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:10:00 +0000

True romance! Stylish stars from Kate Middleton to Emma Watson have fallen for the delicate fabric.

Kate Middleton looked gorgeous and elegant with this long sheer lace dress.

If you are thinking not to wear too much lace, try Mila Kunis' style with only lace on the top and pleated bottom.

Emma made a dramtic entrace at the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows premier in a Rafael Lopez mini dress, which had an unexpected combination of lace and feathers that accentuated by the starts daring pixie-cut.

Alternately, you may also consider Olivia Wilde's style, just lace on the waist that made her looked slimmer.

Check out 2012 hottest celebrity style here.

2012 Hottest Fashion in Hollywood

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 05:33:00 +0000

This season, Valentino's designers Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli introduce sheer sleeve and narrow shoulder design in most of their master piece.

Louis Vuitton 2012 Summer/Spring Ornament series has became one of the hottest gown. It is obviously one of the most pick fashion by the celebrities.

Christopher Bailey presented the combination of knitting, beads, engraving, patterns and patches in Burberry Prorsum 2012 Spring/Summer series women's fashion show. Every detail has beautifully demonstrated the vintage fashion mixed with the very own English style, even Blake Lively falls for this.

Nicely done design with chiffon and nylon by Jason Wu must be one of the popular clothing for women in this season.

Check out celebrity styles in lace dress here.

SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 08:40:00 +0000

SK-II is famous for its pitera content, which believes regular use can result in balance, moisturizing and radiant skin. SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion, which is one of the products within the facial treatment range, is a wipe-off clarifying lotion that gently removes dirt and dead skin cells to nourishing the skin, leaving skin clean and perfectly conditioned. Unlike some clarifying lotion with high content of alcohol, SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion is a watery type of toner with AHA content that refines skin texture and improves the overall look and feel of the skin.

The user is advisable to wet a cotton pad with the clear lotion and gently wipe over T-zone, followed by U-zone and neck, but avoid eye area. It is always advisable to apply the clear lotion or any clarifying toner in upwards direction as it helps to wipe off the dirt and traces of make-up reside from the pores. Besides, it is often questionable on the amount of toner needed for each application and most would recommend the size of a coin with a diameter of 4cm, but I personally find it easier to apply and more effective when the cotton pad is soaked wet, at least it will not hurt the skin during the application.

It is noticeable that the clear lotion does not dry up the skin, in fact it gently removes dirt and traces of make-up residue, while prepares the skin for subsequent skin care regime. One of the advantages of clarifying your skin in preparing for the subsequent regime is it helps better penetration and absorption of the moisturizer into your skin.

After applying with this clear lotion, the skin becomes smooth, clean and clear. Besides, the cotton pad is observed to turn brownish after applying it onto dirty skin, an indicator of its power in removing dirt and traces of make-up. You will be surprised to see significant difference with and without using this marvelous clarifying lotion. 150ml for USD60, 250ml for MYR198.

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Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 14:58:00 +0000

Daytime skin care product mainly targets to protect our skin from daily aggressors like pollution and UV and it is normally recommended to use products specifically designed for repair and restore at night as skin is most receptive to recovery during this time. I have been using the 3-step daily skin care regime with different serum that suits my needs from time to time. However, my skin is still dehydrating resulting from long exposure to dry air. My recent visit over the counter at Saks Fifth Avenue for beauty consultation has really helped me combating skin dehydration problem.
I was introduced to Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Concentrate, which I personally think this is a really good and affordable. Being one of my favorite skin care products, the Midnight Recovery Concentrate optimizes skin’s ability to repair, regenerate and replenishes skin for a smoother, healthier, younger-looking skin the next morning. This paraben-free and natural blend of nourishing oil is formulated using Squalane, Evening Primrose oil, Lavender Oil and other essential oil. I personally like the pleasant lavender scent when using it. It can be used alone or with moisturizer but I prefer the latter. After cleansing the face, dispense several drops into palms, pat together to distribute the oil over the surface, then gently press formula over the entire face and allow to be absorbed into facial tissue. Next, I usually apply moisturizer onto my skin. After a month’s use, my skin becomes hydrated, smooth and healthy glowing. This nourishing oil comes in a blue bottle with a pump and is available in two sizes, 30ml for USD44 and 50ml for USD68. You may find more information about this product at Kiehl's website.

Product Type: Face Treatment Oil
Texture: Lightweight, not too greasy
Scent: Pleasant lavender lasts for a few seconds when use
Benefits: Overnight repair for dry and dull skin
Effectiveness: **** (4-star)

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The Power of Treatment Oil

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 01:37:00 +0000

Our skin becomes dry, tired and dull in the winter or long exposure to the dry air. If you always find yourself still looking for the best moisturizer to combat your dry and dull skin, there might be an easier solution for you here.

Face treatment oil is concentrated essential oil that repairs dry and dull skin effectively. It is formulated to be easily absorbed due to its smaller molecule size, leaving your skin supplied, moisturized and shine-free. It helps blood circulation, detoxifying your skin and reduce water retention when combining the use of the treatment oil with some massage.

1. Clarins “Anti-Eau” Body Treatment Oil (3.3 fl. oz. USD54)

2. Kose Recipeo Activev Nourishing Essence Oil EX

3. Chanel N˚5 Sensual Elixir (1.7 fl. oz. USD68)

4. Impress IC Revitalizing Softening Oil

1. Clarifying skin with toner starting from nose towards cheek.

2. Drip 2-3 drops of treatment oil onto your palm.

3. Rub your palms together to warm the treatment oil for better absorption.

4. Press your skin with the warm treatment oil using your palm or fingers.

5. Put the palms at the side of the nose, lightly press the expression lines, close your eyes and enjoy the aroma of the treatment oil.

Here are some of the treatment oil for face, body and hair in the market.

1. Eau Ravie Youth Revitalizing Essence – repairs dry and fine lines, peeling and sagging problems.

2. Kiehls’ Midnight Recovery Concentrate - regenerates, repairs, and replenishes skin for a smoother, healthier skin (1.0 fl. oz. USD 44)

3. Huiles & Baumes Face Smoothing Serum (1.0 fl. oz. 35€)

4. Pangea Organics Balancing Oil - penetrate the skin, preserve intrinsic moisture and combine with your natural oils to bring your skin into harmony. (1.0 fl. oz. USD10)

5. Chanel N°5 Intense Bath Oil

6. RENE FURTERER Astera Soothing Fluid

7. JOICO K-PAK Protect & Shine Serum - This shine serum, featuring K-PAK's Keratin Silicone Complex, protects, polishes and seals the cuticle while helping to prevent split ends and frizziness.

8. DHC Q10 Body Treatment Oil

9. Kiehl’s Body Massage Oil

Love in Bloom by Laneige

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 16:16:00 +0000

February or widely known as the month of romance, love and affection and this year Laneige launches Love in Bloom collection as its limited edition of makeup products inspired by Peony Root (symbolizes the message of love) and Tulip (represents the confession of love) for the celebration of love.

The Love in Bloom collection includes a range of eye shadow palette, sculpting blusher and lip gloss in its own beautifully designed package.

The eye shadow palette comes in 9 colours, which would satisfy the making of your daily look from soft and natural to smokey eyes effortless. The best item in this collection that I personally love has to be the sculpting blusher that comes in 3 complementary shades to sculpt, colour and illuminate cheekbones and create a multi-dimensional look. Well, it is a quick way to shape and sculpt a slimmer face and at the same time it gives you an energetic and bright looking skin if your skin is dull.

Last but not least, it is one that every woman would carry in their bag, the lip gloss. The range comes in 5 sweet colours; tangerine, waterberry, pink brown, floral lavender and raspberry pink. I have personally tried the floral lavender, one of my favorites, and the lip gloss instantly moisturizes my drying lips and repairs the chapped, which is really good.

If you are shopping either for a new cosmetic range or as a replacement, it might be a good choice for you to consider. Happy shopping.

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This review is also officially published at http://www.shvoong.com/lifestyle/fashion-and-beauty/2265571-love-bloom-laneige/

2012 Fashion Trend: 1920's revival - The Flapper Dress

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 09:59:00 +0000

1920's-inspired fashion is back since its short revival back in the year 2007 and 2008. What have been seen from the runway, the range of 1920's-inspired fashion in 2012 and 2012 includes and not limited to the flapper dress. Flapper dress offers a slightly loose fitting comfortable dress, with embellishments such fringing and beading that the 1920’s fashion was known for.