Sofia Coppola for Louis Vuitton

Sofia Coppola is collaborating with fashion powerhouse Louis Vuitton. She has designed a collection that consists of slouchy handbags, discreet clutches and retro wedges which took influence from the 70's. Her goal was to also create the perfect day bag for women. Something that isn't too big, too heavy and fits all of your things. Thank you, Sofia. I believe all ladies are on the constant search for that perfect handbag. 

YSL Summer Look 2009

I love this look especially, the blue eye make up as well as her lovely lips. To get YSL's Summer Look here is what you will need:

Face:
· Touche Éclat Radiant Touch #3 Light Peach (this item is a must in every woman make up bag, no questions asked)
· Limited Edition Trésor d'Afrique Collector Sun Powder

Eyes:
· Limited Edition Trésor d'Afrique 5 Colour Collector Palette for the Eyes
· Limited Edition Everlong Waterproof Lengthening Mascara #5 Ever Peacock Blue

Lips:
· New Rouge Pure Shine Sheer Lipstick #32 Frozen Mango

Are you Colour Ready?

Surprise, surprise MAC has released a new collection called Colour Ready! It was released yesterday so, ladies go shopping please! This collection is described to be as essential as your 4-inch Louboutins...I would prefer 5 inch, but that is just me....Here is what the collection has to offer...

Lipstick

• Show Orchid - Vivid hot pink
• Impassioned - Amped-up fuchsia

Eye Shadows

• Bitter - Vivid bright golden green flecked with shimmer
• White Frost - Vivid bright white with icy shimmer

Penultimate Liner

• Rapidblack - True black

Brow Pencil

• Stud - A deep rich blackened brown

Brush

• #129SH: Short-Handled Blush/Powder Brush

Primers

• Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder
• Prep + Prime Line Filler
• Prep + Prime Skin Refined Zone
  

Ladies Day at Aintree

The ladies gathered at Aintree today ahead of tomorrow's Grand National & the race course was in a flurry of fake tan as well as brightly coloured chiffon & fascinators to Jimmy Choos as glamorous girlies turned up in their thousands to celebrate the Grand National Festival's Ladies Day! One of the most famous attendees was Coleen Rooney who showed up in a Roberto Cavalli maxi-dress, speculation has been building over the last week on whether Mrs Rooney is pregnant & her light chiffon dress showing a slight baby bump this afternoon has only added fuel to the gossip fire!
Many attendees are there in the hope of being spotted as part of the Style 2009 competition to become 2009's most fashionable man or woman. A catwalk will be held in front of judges today including Coleen herself as well as Nikki Hambleton-Jones, Jeff Banks & Sheree Murphy, the winner will receive some amazing prizes including a car & a Caribbean holiday as well as starring in Matalan's new fashion campaign.
Some of the efforts were pretty gaudy & a tad OTT to say the least but that is only to be expected & certainly adds to an already colourful event!!! A collection of some great contenders for Style 2009 as well as some the great fashion disasters are pictured below, we'll leave it up to to decide who falls into either category!

Sensual Nude Lips

Nude lips are super trendy right now and suit most people. I personally love the nude lip and smokey seductive eyes. It is extremely sexy. Kim Kardashian rocks the look very well, but of course she has her make up done by the pros. If you want to try it out I have a few colours to recommend as well as some glosses that you can layer on top to add some dimension.

MAC Cosmetics
Angel Lipstick - this lipstick is slight pink, perfect for medium and olive skin tones
Nice Buzz Plush Glass - possibly my favourite lip gloss from MAC. It is a shimmery gold with gold pearl.
Bare Slimline Lipstick - this lipstick is a subtle pink with gold pearl

NARS Cosmetics
Chelsea Girls Lip Lacquer - Nude Beige (currently one of my favourites)
Belle Du Jour Lipstick - Nude beige
Blonde Venus Lipstick - Cool Beige
Female Trouble Lipgloss - Lilac Mauve
Giza Lipgloss - Nectar
Chihuahua Lipgloss - Guava

Dior
Pineapple Cocktail Kiss Gloss
Fizzy Lemonade Kiss Gloss

Chanel
Glow Levres Scintillantes Glossimer - peach bronze

YSL
Gloss Pur - #1 Pure Nude
Golden Gloss - #11 Golden Whisper (love!!!)

If you want Kim's look - try using NARS lipstick in Belle Du Jour and then layering on NARS lipgloss in Giza.


PS. I also have a random rant to share….So, this morning I was sitting on the train staring at this guy’s massive coffee stain on his white dress shirt, thinking to myself what a sucker, great way to start your day. After giggling to myself, I got back to reading Bazaar UK Edition, which has the best beauty section this month, when I realized, to my horror….that I was not wearing mascara! How do I forget to wear mascara?! How is that even possible?! I love mascara…I live for mascara…if mascara suddenly disappeared I would not be able to continue on….Luckily, I carry a tube with me at all times, along with a nice selection of lip gloss and a bunch of other essentials…The best part of the entire thing is that, I have been trying to make it a habit to curl my eyelashes and this morning I did! But I some how forgot to wear mascara….not eating breakfast is clearly not helping me function the way I should.

Sephora by OPI Cuticle Oil

I am a nail polish fanatic and my nails must always be done. Recently I began to notice that my cuticles we super dry. Of course, that irritated me beyond belief, but I wasn't surprised since I hadn't used my Burt's Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Creme in a long time. I like using it right before bed and waking up to perfect cuticles, but since I am so forgetful I haven't done my usual bedtime nail upkeep I decided that I needed something that I can keep in my make up and apply just about anywhere, and by anywhere I mean while I am at work, slacking off at my desk. So, last week I wandered into Sephora, like I usually do...and discovered Sephora by OPI Cuticle Oil. It's super handy! It is brush- on so it's fast and convenient. It contains a blend of five moisturizing oils and antioxidant Vitamin E. It also smells delicious which is a plus. I use it a few times a week and my cuticles look fab!

Ready for UK Launch - Jergens Naturals

Jergens Bodycare's groundbreaking solutions for firm, smooth, glowing & deeply hydrated skin is now known worldwide as well as being a favourite with the Hollywood elite!! Now available in the UK, America's No1 best selling bodycare range is launched here as Jergens Naturals, this is the first natural moisturising range launched to deliver premium results through natural ingredients, Jergens have developed natural formulations with the finest plant derived ingredients available & as they say 'Our skin is not synthetic so why treat it that way?'
Ruby Hammer, international make-up artist, has been using the products for many years on clients & top celebrities alike & loves the excellent moisturising qualities of the body care range, she says of the new Naturals range 'I now have a clear conscience knowing I am not putting synthetic chemicals onto my clients or my own skin, but still getting the results associated with Jergens'
Over the last week I have been trying out 3 of moisturisers available in the range... Firstly 'Extra Softening', which calms the skin & with rich emollients & vitamin packed moisturisers it softens immediately, it also contains Shea Butter to protect & revitalise the skin, Yogurt to balance the ph levels & Soy Extract which contains Vitamin E for healthy skin. The scent is very subtle & pleasant & it is absorbed quickly into the skin. Straight away after using this my skin felt beautifully soft & smooth! The 'Skin Firming' with Pomegranate visibly moisturises & firms cellulite prone skin in just two uses...! Pomegranate is a powerful antioxidant which helps to eliminate free radicals, Aloe is also known for it firming properties & White Tea also is rich in anti-oxidants which fight inflammation. There was a noticeable difference with my skin after it's use, particularly on my upper thighs where it feels definitely much smoother & firmer, also the cream smells good enough to eat!!! Definitely a perfect quick fix for your bikini-bod this summer!!
Their 'Age Defying' lotion promotes younger skin in just 2 weeks - not bad at all! The formula awakens mature skin & with a blend of ingredients such as Green Tea which contains antioxidants to combat skin damaging elements, Mint Leaf Extract to protect the skin & Sage to stimulate the blood circulation & help tighten skin.
Over all an excellent range that has fantastic & quick results on the skin, also with the added bonus of being completely natural & environmentally friendly - as they say themselves, 'The Future of Bodycare'!