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May 9, 2008 · Filed under Beauty, Media
You’re young and have the looks and the style to be a model. Now it’s time and here’s an opportunity to flaunt your talent and get recognized internationally for big bucks and fame.
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is calling beautiful people worldwide to send in their photographs and join Look of the Year’s Beauty Contest and win US $10,000.
You might also get spotted by top modeling and advertising agencies and kick start a glamorous and lucrative modeling career. So send in your best pictures, and very soon you could find yourself working in the most fashionable glam capitals of the world!
February 19, 2008 · Filed under Beauty, Fragrances - Female
Grammy-winning singer Shakira has signed a worldwide agreement to create a signature line of beauty products with Barcelona-based Puig Beauty & Fashion Group.
Shakira will develop fragrances and other beauty and personal care products teaming up with Puig.
“I am very excited to be able to express myself through another creative medium. My feeling is that personal care and beauty should be effortless and accessible for everyone,” said the 31-year-old Colombian-born rocker.
The move by Puig doesn’t really come as no surprise since the Group has previously developed perfumes fronted by actor Antonio Banderas, as well as designer fragrances Carolina Herrera, Paco Rabanne and Nina Ricci. The Puig Group, with a presence in more than 150 countries, will also act as the sole global distributor of the products and create strategic marketing alliances.
As for the songbird and entrepreneur, whose name in Arabic means “woman full of grace”, Shakira is also the creator of the Barefoot Foundation, dedicated to the improvement of educational and social conditions for families and children in her home country. She is continuing the good work by selling some of her personal belongings on eBay for her children’s charity.
Recently, a fan paid £1,500 for a Roberto Cavalli jewelled bra that Shakira wore on her Oral Fixation world tour in 2007.
November 26, 2007 · Filed under Beauty, Hair Care, Shopping / Online
Admin Note: Reposted to reflect the brand new design of Compare-GHD website.
Sometimes I wonder if the women I see on TV ever get old? While common sense dictates they should and do, what is it they do differently that has an age-reversing effect on them? A closer look tells me that, other than cosmetic surgery, special diets and workouts, the ultimate secret of eternal good looks–they all take excellent care of their hair and choose the right hairstyle to suit their face and match the occasion.
What is the one thing the fantastic looks of these celebrities have in common? You guessed it–it’s their glamorous hair. Well, that’s not all there is to it. They all use GHD straighteners, too, to keep their hair looking sleek, smooth and shiny–and celebrity-like!
And now, non-celebrities like us don’t need to strive to too hard to achieve a celebrity-like hair-do. We too can have the GHD hair straighteners, considered the pinnacle of hair styling products.
GHD has gained a worldwide reputation for excellence in hair stylers and hair straighteners. The hair doesn’t get pulled or stretched and looks smooth and glossy after the styling. Depending on your choice, you may also curl, twist, flick, wave, bounce, ringlet, lift and frizz the hair.
With the sky rocketing popularity of GHD products, naturally, there has been concern that fake GHD products are being sold through salons and on websites. However, Compare-GHD is one online outlet where you never have to worry about buying a GHD fake. Compare-GHD researchers monitor the web constantly and show you the best value on GHD products from official GHD retailers. The prices are reliable and you’ll also find that Compare-GHD offers you some of the best deals on GHD straighteners and hair care.
October is the month of pink–Breast Cancer Awareness month. To highlight this cause, GHD has launched the limited edition Pink mk4 ceramic hair styler. GHD will donate £10 to Breakthrough Breast Cancer from every pink GHD styler sold. Last year alone 55,000 pink stylers were sold raising £404,650 for charity. The pink GHD straightener is a limited edition and comes with a gorgeous hot pink carry case and detachable roll mat.
While all these products are exciting enough, GHD does have some special up its sleeve for the upcoming holiday season–the GHD Christmas Gift Bag 2007, which is a limited edition as well and is all set to be the seasonal must have.
The Christmas Gift Bag is suave and elegant, with a load of beauty goodies tucked in. The travel sized thermodynamics range includes the GHD mk4 styler, GHD styling bag, GHD shampoo, GHD conditioner, opulence mask, obedience cream, thermal protector for hair and a styling bag. The Gift Bag itself is a luxuriously cream soft leather bag which unzips to form a heat resistant mat. The expertly designed bag is versatile that is perfect for a night out or travelling–not to mention being a unique gift to warm up the Christmas cheer!
And that’s just not about all. At Compare-GHD, you’ll also find the legendary mk4, the summer gift bag, the mini straightener as well as the new mk5 scheduled for launch in 2008.
Compare-GHD.com displays in a convenient tabulated form the prices of GHD products from several official and well-known stockists and retailers such as HQ Hair, Beauty Sleuth, Jason Shankey, the Funky Group, Beauty Bay and more. The best part of shopping from Compare-GHD lies in the fact that you know you’re seeing the best prices for genuine GHD products from official dealers, and what’s more, you can even visit the retailer with a single click to complete your purchase in total confidence.
Compare-GHD is not just a retail site but is also engaged in trading and wedding and salon supplies. If you’re planning on buying GHD products in bulk for any project or special occasions, why not try contacting Kirsty? You could be in for a pleasant surprise.
November 16, 2007 · Filed under Apparel, Beauty, Fashion Line, Shopping / Online
On your stellar night, will you be ready to join the stars? If the current trend in celebrity-inspired fashion wear is any indication, it’s time to get ready for your prom night like you belong on the big screen!
Let me give you a tip, albeit an obvious one: Go all out for glamour. It’s your night like no one else’s, so show off your style. Turn heads with sparkling silhouttes of plunging neck and back lines or strapless dresses with floating layers, the tallest heels and the most striking hairdos. Choose from some fantastic range preferred by the world’s most famous glamour girls.
Is it going to be the belted silk fuchsia Oscar de la Renta column dress favored by Jessica Biel or the jewel encrusted crepe satin verga want that Rachel Weisz wore to this year’s Oscars? What about Reese Witherspoon’s amethyst multi-tiered Nina Ricci?
Groundbreaking designs. Gorgeous details. And the greatest names in fashion design. Promgirl.net brings all this in the best of prom dresses 2008, including quinceanera gowns, pageant and homecoming dresses at prices you wouldn’t think twice about!
Jovani Prom Dresses, Clarisse, Mori Lee, Paris by Tony Bowls, Mauri Simone, Faviana, Scala Prom, Tiffany, Alyce and Riva are just a few of the top names featured on the site. View the thumbnails of the full range of prom dresses of each of the designers, click to view the larger image, check the size listing, and you’re ready to make it yours with a simple online purchase. (Not sure how to take your measurement? One click will provide you with a size chart with instructions to measure yourself.)
Promgirl.net has an amazing selection of celebrity-inspired prom dresses. Did you like the beautiful silk satin prom dress that Kate Hudson made famous in “How to Lose a Guy in 10 days”? Designed by Clarisse, the low back gown with a silk satin skim is offered in more than a dozen colors.
Designs by Faviana include sleek column prom dresses to soft “A” line skirts to full-skirted ball gowns, alongside reproductions of the Oscar dresses of top celebrites (including Biel, Weisz and Witherspoon mentioned above). Faviana’s “must have” gowns are created in stretch matte jersey, soft silk chiffon, creamy satin and rich lace overlays and tulle.
Chief designer at Jovani, Sherri Hill has a keen eye for classic elegance, and Jovani prom dresses are known for just that. The collection ranges from sophisticated and sexy prom dresses to beautiful and unique gowns. You’ll find some of the hottest prom dresses from Jovani. By the way, Jovani also has the favorite design of Charlize Theron, with thin spaghetti straps, and a lovely heart shape neckline.
Fan of Jennifer Lopez? The J Lo prom dress, created by Alyce Designs, is “maid” with you in mind. This gorgeous prom gown is created with high quality silk chiffon, and is sure to highlight your natural body shape. Perfect for dancing–and showing off! Check out a number of Alyce prom dresses as well.
Promgirl.net makes your prom experience complete with availability of other dresses and accessories such as jewelry for prom, quinceañera gowns, Spanx, bridesmaids, homecoming dresses, shoes, broaches and pins. Be sure to sign up for notices of any clearance sale where you may be able to find a gem of a bargain.
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People often think of refurbishing the office furniture and once in a blue moon, the dining room furniture gets updated, too. But when it comes to children, the ones who are not the first born, are often stuck with the old ‘leftover’ baby furniture.
October 27, 2007 · Filed under Beauty, Skin 'n' Nails
Australian actress Cate Blanchett, who has represented P&G’s high-end skin care brand SK-II in Australia for over three years, is now its global ambassador.
The Elizabeth star, 38, who will wear a pioneering new facemask in ads for the product, says she was keen to promote SK-II because it had helped keep skin in its famously good shape for the past seven years. Her roles have frequently demanded heavy makeup attention–two-and-half-hours worth daily for “Elizabeth”–and her skin requires extra care, according to Cate.
“I’m evangelical about it,” Cate said. She has appeared in the Lord of the Ring trilogy and The Aviator, for which she won a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her portrayal of Katharine Hepburn.
“Our desire to work with Ms. Blanchett globally was a natural progression for the brand,” says Shivesh Ram, Vice President and General Manager of Global SK-II. “Since first using the products seven years ago, Cate has joined the millions of women around the world who have experienced SK-II. She has shared her discovery of the ‘Secret Key’ to beautiful skin through her passion for and belief in our products, and the miracle of Pitera(R). We’re delighted to have her expand her role within the SK-II family.”
SK-II, whose products retail for between $60 and $300, is sold in a dozen countries, mainly in Asia, and are also available in a few U.S. department stores.
October 25, 2007 · Filed under Beauty, Hair Care
Please see GHD–Hair Extravaganza.
October 22, 2007 · Filed under Beauty, Charity, Cosmetics, Fragrances
Reese Witherspoon is setting out to battle breast cancer with Avon Foundation’s Breast Cancer Crusade that does not harm animals in its research for early detection, screening, and finding a cure for breast cancer.
Avon Products Inc. has named Reese Witherspoon its first-ever global ambassador and honorary chair of the Avon Foundation, a cruelty-free charity that focuses on breast cancer research and awareness, domestic violence education and services, and emergency relief programs.
“I’m very excited about working with the Avon Foundation, with many different aspects of it,” said the 31-year-old Oscar winner. “First and foremost, breast cancer research and awareness, programs that they’re working on. Someone very close to me is a breast-cancer survivor. It’s a cause that’s very close to my heart.”
Avon Foundation’s Breast Cancer Crusade focuses on channeling its funds prevention, community-based organizations, and cutting-edge clinical research rather than wasting funds on cruel, archaic, and unreliable animal tests.
“Our partnership with Reese represents a breakthrough moment for our company,” Geralyn Breig, senior VP and global brand president for Avon, said. “This is the first time we have had celerity representation on all three dimensions of our business—our philanthropic initiatives, our brand and the Avon Representative—and we are incredibly excited to have someone of Reese’s talent and stature add her voice to Avon’s message to help bring it to the world.”
Witherspoon is appearing in a global advertising campaign and on brochures and websites touting the company’s multi-faceted brands, according to Avon.
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October 1, 2007 · Filed under Beauty, Cosmetic Surgery
Celebrities have a strange love-hate relationship with publicity. While it’s like oxygen to them, they still claim to hate the media. Secrecy and fame indeed make bizarre bedfellows.
For starters, I can appreciate to some extent, though not quite, why they would want to hide a nose job. Here, in part 1 of a celebrity rhinoplasty mysteries, I plan to dissect (no pun intended) the hottest controversies surrounding some of the top celebrities attempting to keep their plastic surgery a secret.
ANGELINA JOLIE. Did she or didn’t she? Although there’s no proof that the 31-year-old beauty has gone under the knife, some like to think she had the tip of her nose refined. Many believe Jolie has had a nose job and cheek implants sometime in the last ten years.
Faces do undergo some sort change with age, but Jolie’s nose thinnning and pronounced cheekbones are typical tell-tales of plastic surgery.
September 24, 2007 · Filed under Beauty, Skin 'n' Nails
Perhaps Vaseline wants to shed their bland skin and get an image as a swanky cream. Is that why pop sensation and teen fashion queen Hilary Duff is the new face of vaseline?
Even Hilary sheds her heavy make-up to pose for the new ad campaigns. Personally, I love the fresh, dewy look which we rarely get to see. But why would a hip pop diva opt to pose with petroleum jelly? The star expalined to Jared:
“”Skin is a part of you, and you have to be proud of what you have. I feel comfortable in my own skin. Sometimes showing a little is fun. It makes me feel sexy and girly.”
September 15, 2007 · Filed under Apparel, Beauty, Cosmetics, Fashion & Makeup, Fashion Line, Shopping / Online
‘Bright, trendy and friendly’ might just sum up the essence of the full-featured online boutique tobi.com that is a more than a mere shopping experience. While the choice of brands and styles seems almost endless, a live chat facility not only helps to make sure you get exactly what you’re looking for, but also adds to the fun.
Although the initial impression one might get from the home page could be that the online store is dedicated only to women, there’s also a section for men, which offers an equally wide array of clothing, beauty accessories and eco-friendly products in hip brands.
I started exploring the website with the brands and was impressed to see clothing and accessories in no less than 150 brands including Acne jeans, Diesel, Graham & Spencer, Helmut Lang, Juara, Kimberly Sayer, Lundgren & Windinge, Nanushka, Rachel Leigh, Rebecca Minkoff, Stewart + Brown, Velvet and Wrangler 47, to mention a few.
And be ready to get spoilt for choice with the categories of items as well, which includes accessories, denim, dresses, handbags, jackets, jewelry, pants, shoes, beauty products and more, all offered at some of the attractive prices you get on the Web.
There’s also a Beauty Bar with exclusive beauty and cosmetcs items for both men and women, as well as a Lookbook which highlights the latest trends in fashion.
With winter right around the corner, if you’re planning on picking up some velvet clothing, tobi.com might just be the place. You’ll find some superb velvet apparel by Graham & Spencer including Tees, knits and sweaters and velvet clothes such as casual dresses and jackets.
This post is sponsored by toby.com.
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