Hanky Panky Celebrate 25 Years

The original lace lingerie brand, Hanky Panky which is renowned worldwide for its comfort and style is celebrating 25 years. Originally founded by designer Gale Epsein in New York, who created the first Hanky Panky thong using a lace handkerchief. The aesthetic has stuck with the brand creating exciting collections every season all based around the original Hanky Panky signature lace.



http://www.hankypanky.com/



London's Smallest Festival

If you want a fun, mud-free festival to look forward to then pop along to the St Martin's Courtyard Garden Party this Saturday. There's lots to enjoy including fashion salon shows, fashion expert advice, music from pop singer 'Sunday Girl', Pimms and fairy cakes plus much more. The best part - it's FREE! Ensure to get there early because the first 100 people to arrive will receive a goodie bag!

St Martin's Courtyard, Slingsby Place, London - Saturday 2nd July 12-5pm Details of the event will be communicated through the St Martin's Courtyard twitter feed (@smccoventgarden) and facebook page (St Martin's Courtyard)

East meets West from Cult label Ananya

Ananya, the industry leader in luxury kaftans, jewelled dresses and eveningwear has created a Summer collection which offers an array of beautiful beachwear and delicate dresses in the hottest colours. This seasons signature kaftan's are created using the very best luxury fabrics with every piece handmade and embellished with semi-precious stones and beading.

With an ever-increasing clientele list, which includes Kate Moss, Kylie and Madonna this luxurious label looks set to continue leading the way for kaftan fashion.

Each design is available to buy from the Ananya boutique in the heart of Notting Hill - 196 Kensington Park Road, London. For more of the collection visit www.ananyalondon.co.uk

Good-to-go Holiday Bundle from Organic Surge

Organic Surge have introduced a good-to-go 'Holiday Bundle', complete with the necessities to keep you staying fresh throughout your summer holiday. These everyday essentials, including the Blissful Daily Moisturiser, Daily Care Face Wash, Tropical Bergamot Body Lotion and Shower Gel plus the Moisture Boost Duo Shampoo and Conditioner are all formulated with a clever blend of naturally-derived ingredients and organic essential oils - leaving you feeling revitalised and refreshed all day long.

Holiday Bundle £25 exclusively available to buy from http://www.organicsurge.com/

http://www.organicsurge.com/PRD_ProductDetail.aspx?cid=378&prodid=3849&Product=Good-To-Go-Holiday-Bundle

A brand NUU SUITE

If you are in need of a one-stop beauty shop that offers trustworthy luxurious products then look no further... NUUSUITE.com is a brand new website that has it all! Founded by celebrity make-up artist, Debra J. Francis, who wanted to create a UK based online retailer that offers premium branded hair and beauty products, as well as offering member's expert tips, hints and videos.

Exclusive brands include Gielly Green, Jason Shankey, MUD and Natural Empathy http://www.nuusuite.com/

Kitsch lashes from Candy Kitten

Cute and kitsch, the Candy Kitten range which is inspired by the glamorous starlets of the 1940s. Candy Kitten lashes are available in three flirty styles, all at affordable prices with eye-catching candy stripe packaging. (Gigi Bell) lashes with lashings of extra volume, (Lola May) flirty and feathery and (Betty Ray) dark and lush with winged ends for the ultimate glamour puss look.

Candy Kitten lashes £3.99 available to buy from all good chemists and beauty retailers.

Absolutely Flawless

If you're looking to achieve a flawless complexion then look no further then the new Barbara Daly Make-Up Flawless Primer. Containing light reflecting particles to minimise fine lines, disguise skin flaws and imperfections and even out skin tone. It acts as a perfect base for make-up - applied to the skin before foundation will help reduce make-up smears. For women with oily and combination skin, the Primer helps control excess shine, particularly in common areas such as the forehead, nose and chin. Not only does it create the perfect protective base, it nourishes the skin too, leaving you feeling confident in your make-up all day long.

Barabara Daly Make-Up Flawless Primer £10 available to buy exclusively from Tesco

Pucker up Fellow Dolls

The Lip Gloss Company at Mad Beauty have launched these adorable lip balms which take inspiration from the iconic Russian Babushka Dolls. These cute lip balms are guaranteed to make your lips shine! You can choose from three yummy scented flavours; cherry, apple and vanilla.

Russian Babushka Dolls, £2.99 available to buy from http://www.madbeauty.com/

Versace to design iconic collection for H&M this Autumn

Versace is the latest fashion house to collaborate with H&M on an exclusive designer collection, following the likes of Karl Lagerfield, Stella McCartney, Comme des Garcons, Jimmy Choo and most recently, Lanvin. For H&M, Donatella Versace has looked back to the archives to reinterpret some classic Versace designs. The womenswear collection will be dominated by studded leather and colourful printed dresses, with accessories including high heels and costume jewellery. And for the first time in a designer collaboration at H&M, the collection will also consist of some homeware pieces.

"I am thrilled to be collaborating with H&M and to have the opportunity of reaching their wide audience. The collection will be quintessential Versace, perfect for H&M and Versace fans everywhere", says Donatella Versace.

http://www.hm.com/ / http://www.versace.com/

All Eyes on Katie Price

Everyone wants their eyes to be the centre of attention so what better way to do it than with false eyelashes. Women want to look fabulous all the time, not just for special occasions so who better to launch a mini collection of eyelashes than Katie Price. These fabulous lashes are designed to suit all - (Tame) designed for everyday use, (Wild) designed for the sultry look and (Fierce) for full on glamour.

Katie says "If your eyes look amazing you feel amazing. The three styles give you the chance to look stunning no matter what the occasion. I want women to look and feel good all the time and my lashes give you that opportunity. It's all in the eyes''.

Katie Price Lashes £4.99 available from Superdrug and all good chemists and beauty retailers.

Get the fuzz free effect from Veet

Veet have introduced a new and easier way to wax with the new EasyGrip strip which has been specially designed to help achieve the perfect waxing technique in one easy move. Thanks to the unique griping area on the EasyGrip strip, you will instinctively remove the strip at an expert 180 degree angle, unlike run of the mill wax strips which tend to get removed at 120 degrees, delivering first class waxing results from the word go! The strips are easy to apply, simply rub the wax between your hands to warm it, slowly peel the strips apart and apply the tab towards the ankle. Rub the strip in the direction of the hair growth and peel the strip back - leaving you with a fuzz free finish!

Why not also try the Veet Hair Minimising Body Moisturiser - a revolutionary product that helps maintain a soft, silky feeling for longer. The unique ProMinimise formulation contains natural botanical extracts that are known to inhibit hair follicle activity and noticeably slow down the appearance of hair growth.

Veet EasyGrips start from £6.63 and are available to buy from most high street stores and pharmacies. Veet Hair Minimising Body Moisturiser is £4.99 and is available to buy from Boots .For more information and advice visit www.veet.com

The Powder Puff Girls present... The Power Room

If you're in need of a quick beauty fix then look no further... The Powder Room is a little gem of a beauty parlour offering a delightful menu of make-up, hair styling and manicures plus a range of gorgeous products to buy. As soon as you walk through the door you're led to a beauty station by one of the Powder Puff girls dressed in a 1950s inspired pink uniform. The parlour is covered in beautiful decor and vintage spotlight mirrors with soft 1950s music playing in the background.

It's the perfect choice for a hen party or a girlie treat with friends. Treatments include 'In a Jiffy make-up £20', 'Busy Bee £20' and 'Perfect Peep Toes £30'. You can also hire the Powder Puff girls to come to an event, office or your home! The girls will descend in their fabulous outfits and can pamper all your guests throughout!

Check out the website for information http://www.thepowderpuffgirls.com/

High Fashion Society Launches in the UK

The first and only website of its kind offering consumers the opportunity to buy and sell gorgeous authentic pre-owned and vintage designer fashion, as well as receive advice on all personal styling and wardrobe management.

Founder Yoanna Hanchard wanted to offer fellow fashion lovers an easy stress free way of managing their wardrobes - and now consumers can find that fashion gem without the hassle of rummaging through sample sales and charity shops.

  

High Fashion Society also caters for those requiring a more bespoke service. Members received regular updates on the latest fashion and style happenings, discounts on all services, waiting list priority, product alerts, invites to fashion events plus much more.

Yoanna says " shopping online for pre-owned designer brands should be as plain sailing, therapeutic and as exhilarating just as if you were purchasing directly from a design house".

Designer brands include: Chanel, Dior, DKNY, Hermes, Vivienne Westwood plus more.

www.highfashionsociety.com

Pssst...Do you want to know a secret?...

The Jacques Townhouse is back this summer! So indulge your inner fashionista by stepping into the world of The Jacques Townhouse by booking your place at the new location of the multi-million secret townhouse, in London (19-28 July) and for the first time ever in Liverpool (10-19 August). For an exclusive limited time only, you can experience the ultimate destination for style-hunters and fashionistas up and down the country.

Guests of The Townhouse will be pampered with glamorous make-up sessions and manicures, as well as chic updo hairstyles. Once pampered and preened to perfection, guests of Jacques can dress-up with fabulous vintage frocks, with stylists on hand to put together unique looks.  To capture all the fun, the Jacques photo shoot studio will be there to take all your close-ups with your new look by top photographers.

If all you’d rather do is relax on a sunny afternoon, guests can simply unwind in the Enchanted Garden with a massage, whilst sipping delicious Jacques over ice with friends.

Keisha Buchanan is the Jacques Lady of The Townhouse

To secure your invite as a guest of the Townhouse, visit www.facebook.com/jacques  to book a (complimentary) place for you and your friends at one of these ‘must do’ summer soirees.

Pssst....Keisha's playsuit is from Lipsy, £55 available to buy online

http://www.lipsy.co.uk/store/playsuits/lipsy-one-shoulder-beaded-playsuit/product-is-DR04612_051

Blink Brow Bar

According to most, threading is the only way to go when it comes to eyebrow shaping. Not only is it better for your skin, but also no artificial products are used. The Blink Brow Bar in Selfridges welcomed me into their lounge of reclining chairs and attentive staff who gave me a brief consultation of what was going to happen and some tips on how to maintain my shape for future reference. Admittedly I have a low pain threshold (and yes my eyes did water, but that's very common) the whole experience took less then 20 minutes and defiantly worth it. Finished off with a relaxing head massage, I came away feeling relaxed and well groomed.

Eyebrow shaping £17. For more treatments visit http://www.blinkbrowbar.com/

Republic introduces the Colourama collection

This season Republic introduces Colourama, the exciting new collection from Miso, filled with bright, fun and bold feminine styles. The range encourages you to make your own statement, whether you’re dancing the night away in Ibiza or making the most of the British summer. Check out the latest eye-catching collection, showcasing vibrant colour blocking and eye catching stripes.

 View the full collection www.republic.co.uk

Linzi Jellies!

If you haven’t ever owned a pair of jelly shoes, here’s the lowdown. They are easy and comfortable to wear. They are made from PVC plastic, allowing them to be made into any colour and they can even be infused with glitter. And, the fact that they are made out of plastic makes them great for anything water related! Linzi shoes have the perfect collection to suit all your taste buds!

From £9 available from www.linzishoes.com

Tatjana Anika arrives at Austique

Beachwear label Tatjana Anika presents a luxurious capsule Spring Summer 2011 collection of bikinis, one-pieces and cover ups in one of London’s finest boutiques, Austique. This beautiful collection modelled by top Spanish model Eugenia Silva, was created with modern women in mind aiming to make them feel comfortable and confident in their beachwear.

Prices start from £120 - £200 available at www.tatjana-anika.com or Austique 020 7376 4555

Radley's 70's Folk Collection

This Season, Radley delivers an eye-popping collection of bags, shoes and accessories; using a mix of beautiful materials, rustic textures and skilled craftsmanship. 70’s styling was seen all over the catwalks this season and Radley hasn’t missed a trick, with bright block colouring, vintage-inspired silhouettes and flashes of folk styling, you are sure to find a gorgeous piece of arm candy that will keep you on trend all season long.

You can view the whole collection online and in-store now! www.Radley.co.uk

Happy Anniversary Mr.Men and Little Miss

Mr. Men and Little Miss books have become a publishing phenomenon - truly a property everyone can relate to;  This year they are celebrating 40 years and to mark the occasion they have teamed up with Nails inc to create their own range of fun nail polishes.

Little Miss Chatterbox created a soft greige; the colour of the season. Little Miss Splendid made a minty green that was perfectly splendid enough for her, while Little Miss Naughty got her own naughty pastel purple, and lucky Little Miss Sunshine has her own peachy shade.

£12 each available from 

www.nailsinc.com For more information about Mr. Men, visit www.mrmen.com <http://www.mrmen.com>  and www.facebookMENANDLITTLEMISSUK

Festival Fruit

With Festival season upon us, it’s all about protecting yourself from the rain but also making sure you stand out from the crowd. Never wanting to miss a trick, Office have the perfect rubber wellies to do just that!

£25 available from www.office.co.uk

Swan Lake at Primark

The Swan Lake Limited Edition collection has arrived at Primark! As its name suggests, the ballet-inspired Swan Lake collection centres on dream like, floaty like pieces with lashings of lace and ribbon trimmings, including this beautiful lace dress.

£30 www.primark.co.uk 

Let The Sun Shine

There's nothing more important than a cool pair of sunglasses to finish off your retro look and Jeepers Peepers have the best in retro sunglasses - check out the 'Robin'. I'll be rocking these this Summer, Red Doll Style.

£18 (also in yellow) available from www.jeeperspeepers.co.uk

Britain's NEXT top model

NEXT are on the look out for new modelling talent which is open to girls and guys. The winners will each enjoy a £2,000 shopping spree at Next, the chance to star in a photo-shoot for Next and a special introduction to leading model agency, Storm.

 

I've picked my favourite to win - Ollie B, click on the link below to vote!

 

 

 

http://www.next.co.uk/model-competition-2011/vote-for-me-id8q2lr754/

Cath Kidston's Dotty Picnic Hamper

With June set to be the hottest month so far, Cath Kidston have launched the sweetest little picnic hamper to get you in the mood for Summer. This pretty hamper is made from beautiful woven wicker with a PVC coated cotton lining to keep it safe from spills! It contains all your essentials including 3 storage containers and a set of plates, cups, cutlery and napkins.

£145 available from www.cathkidston.co.uk

Time for a Diet Coke break

A round of applause for Diet Coke - These quirky designs perfectly encapsulate the Diet Coke ‘lighter approach to fashion’ along with Lagerfield's identifiable trademark style. For this exclusive collection, he adds a playful and light dimension by capturing the humorous and fun personalities of each of the Diet Coke girls, Bernadette, Eleanor and Irene, the stylish puppets that appear in the brand’s latest TV campaign, in each of the different bottles.

The first design, inspired by Bernadette, is a romantic and modern chic polka dot pattern in brushed metal grey contrasts with glossy white. The second bottle is true fashion, bringing Eleanor’s personality to life with a strong vibrant pink swirl encircling the bottle. The third design, in-line with Irene’s rock chick personality, has a harder, more dramatic look featuring a bold stud pattern. All three designs feature Karl Lagerfeld’s famous and instantly recognisable silhouette and are numbered (1,2,3) making them a must have collectible item.

£1.95 each Exclusively available at www.harveynichols.com