Michael Kors adds to nail lacquer line

Michael Kors collection has announced the launch of nine new shades of nail lacquer categorised by the three distinctive moods of the Michael Kors woman: Sporty, Sexy and Glam. The new shades expand upon the six original colours available in the existing beauty collection. Colours range from deep blues to polished pinks!

The collection can be seen in House of Fraser stores and online www.houseoffraser.co.uk and are £15

TAXI! to Boux Avenue please...

Lingerie, swimwear and nightwear brand, Boux Avenue (founded by businessman and former Dragons Den panelist Theo Paphitis), has announced the launch of 50 specially branded London taxis. They will be circulating in and around the capital until the end of July featuring the latest lingerie and swimwear campaign!

To see the collection visit www.bouxavenue.com

Fashionable wine - Echo Falls partners with Holly Fulton

British wine brand, Echo Falls has collaborated with womenswear designer, Holly Fulton on a limited edition range. The range comprises of three designs for white, red and rose wine, with each drawing inspiration from the Scottish designer's Spring/Summer 2014 prints. The line features wines from Echo Falls' classic range including Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, White Zinfandel, White Grenache and Merlot.

Available at Tesco outlets, priced £6.99

Eminence Organic launch Citrus & Kale Potent C+E Collection

Eminence Organic Skincare has announced the launch of its Citrus & Kale Potent C+E collection, designed to provide advanced age prevention and skin correction. Products help prevent against free radical damage, minimise fine lines and wrinkles, brighten skin and lighten dark spots, while clarifying and calming the complexion. New products include a Serum and Masque, drawing on leafy greens including kale, spinach and broccoli sprouts, alongside multiple sources of vitamin C.

To view the collection visit www.theskinsmith.co.uk and salons nationwide. Serum £75, Masque £49

CelebBoutique rebrands as House of CB and debuts swimwear collection

International brand CelebBoutique has rebranded as House of CB. The rebrand comes as the online retailer aims to reflect the fact it designs all pieces in-house in London. Additionally, the boutique is set to launch its debut swimwear collection for Spring/Summer. The collection features one-shouldered swimsuits, embellished bikinis and kaftan's.

To view the collection visit www.houseofcb.com, prices start from £69

TIGI Bed Head Hair announce newbies

TIGI Bed Head Hair Products have added to their Urban Antidotes line. The Reboot Scalp Shampoo, which is a refreshing, soothing and balancing formula that removes build up on the scalp. Additionally, three treatments masks have been added to the existing shampoo and conditioner line and consist of 'Re-energize', which gives the hair a shine boost, 'Recovery' which undoes styling damage and increases hydration and 'Resurrection', which restructures internal protein bonds.

To view the collection, visit www.bedhead.com

Dove rolls out Purely Pampering Nourishing Body Oils

Dove has announced the launch of the Purely Pampering Nourishing Body Oil line which is set to leave a lingering scent and light shimmer while soothing and nourishing the skin. Ingredients include shea butter which aids skin repair and sunflower seed oil which improves the skin's hydration levels. The oils have a light, non-greasy formula that melts onto the skin. The range includes two fragrances, Pistachio and Magnolia and Shea Butter and Warm Vanilla.

To view the collection visit www.dove.co.uk, the oils are £8.99

Estée Lauder introduces Skin Activating treatment

Estée Lauder has revealed the launch of its Micro Essence Skin Activating Treatment Lotion, which strengthens the skin's foundation with micro powder to reveal a glowing complexion - leaving the skin stronger and more resistant to ageing. The essence-in-lotion formula delivers nine characteristics of a youthful glow: clear skin, radiance, even tone, refined texture, smooth skin, strengthened barrier, calm, reduced fine lines and hydrated skin.

To view the collection visit www.esteelauder.co.uk

Magum Ice Creams teams up with Selfridges

Magnum Ice Creams has revealed a collaboration with luxury department store Selfridges to celebrate its 25th anniversary. As part of its celebrations, Magumn Ice Cream has launched a limited edition ice cream, inspired by Creme Brulee. The ice cream is packaged in a yellow Selfridges box and will be available until the end of August at all Selfridges stores.

As part of the Meet the Makers campaign, Magumn will host a pop-up experience in the London store where shoppers will be able to create their own personalised Magumn.

To see more Magumn pleasures, visit www.magnumicecream.com

Rainbow Bright Hair with Denman

The Denman D6 is a wet-to-dry detangling brush that's now available in a rainbow of shades including blue, pink, green, orange, purple and yellow. It's not just ideal for teasing out tangles but great at invigorating the scalp every time you wash your hair. All-in-all the bright colours are the must-have secret detangling weapon for every girl's (or boys) bathroom.

The super soft moulded pins gently massage the scalp to stimulate circulation and healthy hair growth. The result is stronger, silkier and glossier from root to tip.

The Denman D6 Brights Be-Bop Shower brush £3.50, to view the collection visit www.denmanbrush.com 

Introducing Jaunt's Sensational Spring Summer Accessories

Introducing Jaunt accessories debut SS14 collection, providing essential travel pieces for globe trotting women.  The way we travel has changed significantly over the last 10 years. With enhanced technology and evolving security restrictions, getting to your dream destination can feel a little stressful at times. JAUNT is on hand to ease your travelling woes with their stylish yet functional travel accessories.

JAUNT’s luxurious handcrafted pieces feature vibrant prints and colour combinations inspired by founder Kim Lai’s own global travels. This season was inspired by Bodrum, a destination in Turkey. This was demonstrated though the striking Ikat prints and bold stripping. The combination of elegant design, quality fabrics and leathers come together to create the ultimate travel accessories. The silhouettes are not only desirable but thoughtful, the careful detailing cater to a wide variety of travel needs. 

Prices range from £150-£315. To view the collection visit www.jauntaccessories.com 

Silver... is a girl's best friend

Forget Diamonds... Silver is a girl's new best friend. The new Ultimate Care Active Fresh Duo from Femfresh combines specialist silver ion technology, staying fresh and feeling your best has never been easier. The gentle delicate fragranced freshening wash is enriched with lactic acid and purifying calendula - it works in harmony with your body to provide an immediate feeling of freshness to the intimate skin. The deodorant has been specially formulated to give your skin a long-lasting freshness - natural in origin, silver ions possess strong antibacterial and deodorising properties specifically suited to your most sensitive skin.

The Femfresh range is available at Boots, Superdrug and supermarkets nationwide.

 

Chew your way to Energy!

There's a new energy product set to challenge the energy drinks market with a revolutionary and groundbreaking new compressed energy gum. Introduced by BLOCKHEAD, a pocket-sized, energy boost chewing gum has been created and begins to take effect in just five minutes, compared to thirty-five minutes for energy drinks. Not only is each packet the equivalent of five energy drinks, it is sugar free and calorie free.

BLOCKHEAD chewing gum is available from The Co-operative, £1.95

Remove hair from Nair

Nair have tapped into one of natures most valuable assets by infusing liquid gold Argan Oil into their latest launch. Argan Oil is a source of inner and outer beauty that delivers powerful benefits, including soft, supple and glowing skin. Enriched with Orange Blossom Extract, this easy to use resin wax formula heats in just 25 seconds and will leave your skin feeling silky smooth for up to 4 weeks!

The roll-on wax is practical and washable, delivering all the benefits of super salon smooth, noursihed and hair free skin whenever you need it.

Nair Argan Oil is £12.99 and available from Boots, Superdrug and Tesco. To view the Nair collection visit www.naircare.co.uk

Victoria, out of the box

VICTORIA ,the Spanish casual shoe brand born in 1915, will launch a pop up store at BOXPARK, coinciding with the launch of its Spring/Summer Collection.

Located at the heart of East London, BOXPARK is a new concept of shopping experience constructed of stripped and refitted shipping containers, which puts creativity and fashion back where they belong: on the street.

Starting in May, the VICTORIA Shop at BOXPARK will offer more than just a purchasing point of Victoria’s collections: It will also be a conceptual storefront where visitors can discover special editions, events and feel a little bit closer to an iconic Spanish brand, which beats on urban fashion, out of the box.

Refreshing colours, original prints and patterns in ethnic style define next SS14 VICTORIA Collection, full of vitality and optimism.

Kick start your day by feeling Upbeat!

Upbeat is the new tasty nutritious, high protein, low fat drink which provides you sustenance on the go. The small bottle is packed of fresh protein and the finest fruit puree. It helps you to get the right amount of protein you need to support your natural stamina - you know, the stuff inside that gets you out of bed and fuels you throughout the day!

Free from artificial colours and flavours and with half the sugar found in most fruit juices and smoothies. Upbeat is available in two delicious real fruit flavours: Mango and Passion Fruit or Strawberry. Made from fresh British milk, Upbeat is a good source of calcium and contains under 150 calories, meaning the low fat, high protein drink is the perfect way to start your day.

Both flavours are available in Tesco, Little Waitrose, Holland & Barrett and WHSmiths - £1.79 for a 250ml bottle

BANK Fashion welcomes exclusive brand Pink Soda

This season sees the exciting re-launch of heritage brand Pink Soda, exclusive to Bank Fashion. Pink Soda  combines contemporary silhouettes with a fashioned edge - femininity by day, flirtatious by night. The collection is all about pretty pastels with a generous injection of all things girly.

With hand-finished show pieces and a sweet box of drop-dead gorgeous dresses, Pink Soda for Bank Fashion is luxuriously feminine and irresistible on the eye.

Pink Soda is available online and in over 30 stores nationwide - to view the collection visit www.bankfashion.co.uk

BE:FIT London announces celebrity ambassadors and confirms new brands

Be:Fit London, previously known as The Vitality Show is the only female consumer exhibition in the UK dedicated to women's health, fitness and nutrition, and this year they are excited to announce that Kirsty Gallacher, Denise Lewis OBE, Victoria Pendleton CBE and Jodie Kidd are to be the official ambassadors. The event takes place from 28th-30th March at Old Billingsgate in association with The Telegraph.

Be:Fit London is set to hold free fitness classes as well as inspirational talks from top industry experts including athletes and health conscious celebrities. Plus there's a chance to discover the latest fitness trends and fashions with brands like Lorna Jane, Miss Matahari and Bordini Sport.

Tickets are on sale now from www.befitlondon.com advance adult tickets costs £18, VIP Day Spa tickets cost £50 and have limited availability.

Adding fizz to fashion

Just in time for Spring/Summer, BANK fashion introduces a new brand, Ginger Fizz. The beautiful collection of dresses consists of neoprene like fabrics with heavy floral print - ensuring you stand out from the crowd!

Prices start from £50. To view the full collection visit Ginger Fizz at BANK fashion, www.bankfashion.co.uk

Make a Difference

Make a Difference (M.A.D) is a brand new online store offering a range of over 2,000 fashionable jewellery items but there's one big difference - every time an item is bought through M.A.D. 100% of the net profit after wholesale goes directly to the charity of the shopper's choice.

So the next time you're feeling guilty about treating yourself - don't! because at least you know you'll be supporting a charity and what better way to do it!

 To view the full collection visit www.choosemad.com 

See things in black and white...

...with the new Batiste Monochrome - the newest variant from the UK's No. 1 dry shampoo experts. With a retro 60s vibe, the bold geometric monochrome look is inspired by Moroccan prints, making it in perfect sync with fashion's two-tone palette this season. The bold design is reflected in the spicy dynamic fragrance with top notes of Orange Blossom and Pepper, a heart of Hyacinth, Iris, Lilac, Wisteria and Heliotropine with a warm base of Musk.

Prices start from £2.99. To view the full collection visit www.batistehair.co.uk

Roaring Ruby from Denman

Brush experts Denman have once again teamed up with Brit artist Emma Geary AKA AnarKitty to create another special edition D3 hairbrush named 'Ruby'. AnarKitty's art takes us back in time to the roaring 1920s with an influence from the timeless classic 'The Great Gatsby'. With the flapper girl in mind, Ruby was created to demonstrate a mixed image of fashion and culture - a string of pearls along with the iconic 1920s finger wave hairstyle, finished off with the Denman crown for a modern twist!

The Denman D3 AnarKitty 'Ruby' brush is £7.50 and is available to buy online www.denmanbrush.com

Think Pink

Bobbi Brown have introduced the new limited edition Uber Pinks Collection where you can achieve kissable lips and flirty tips. The collection is a modern mix that can go sweet and subtle or deep and dramatic. Either way the effect is instantly lifting, flattering and gorgeous.

The Uber Pinks Collection is available now at Bobbi Brown stores and online www.bobbibrown.co.uk 

All your Body needs... is love

The Body Shop have launched a range of special gifts in time for Valentine's Day. Chocolate and Strawberry Shower Gel Duo - the gels foam up to make a wonderful lather thanks to their non-drying and soap-free formula. Enriched with fruity strawberry and moisturising strawberry seed oil and decadent Chocomania with cocoa butter; making it sweet-smelling and seductively-soft to your skin.

The Heart Lollipop Lip Butters are a great choice - all tastes are catered for; from fruity, to nutty to chocolate. All are beautifully packaged in a heart-shaped lollipop.

To ensure a silky-smooth and sweetly-scented body, look no further. The Strawberry Selection Heart Tin includes the Strawberry Body Polish which gently buffs, the Shower Gel which hydrates your skin, the luxurious, rich Body Butter which leaves your skin feeling smooth, and the fruity Lip Butter.

 Prices range from £6-£17, to view the range visit www.thebodyshop.co.uk

Smythson Launches Limited Edition Valentine's Flip Books

This month, sees the launch of the new Smythson limited edition flip books in quintessential British style - just in time for Valentine's Day. With over 100 years of meticulous product history, Smythson has looked to its remarkable archive to find new inspiration for the most romantic holiday of the year.

The 'Catch Me if You Can' flip book resonates admiration - a beautiful tribute to the holiday in traditional intrepid red. Bound in supple cross-grain calf leather, whimsical imp characters from original hand-painted cards from 1900 are restored and recreated in a nostalgic flip book, projecting a charming scene of a miniature falling red heart.

The 'Head Over Heels' flip book is inspired by 'Le Chauffeur' - the iconic silver pepper pot featured in Smythson's catalogues from 1909 as an engraved drawing. Beautifully brought to life, the character literally falls in love; tumbling down each page with red love hearts swiftly following him.

Available to buy from mid-January at Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Selfridges and www.smythson.com - £65