Birmingham
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Stila is back in Britain…and you can find it in Harvey Nichols!
It was the cult cosmetic brand that everyone loved…and then it disappeared! But now Stila is back, and Harvey Nichols, Birmingham is the only department store where you can find it, residing on a sparkling new beauty counter. I went along last week to have a look at the new concession, and to experience a Stila-over. I don’t mind admitting i experienced pure make-up lust. During the late 1990s, early millennium Stila was the hot make-up brand for trend setters. Cult products and hot colours saw it turn into a company that fashionista’s turned to again and again for their make-up needs. But,a take-over by the Estee Lauder…
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The Show Redefinition at The Bullring Pt 1
Last week was certainly a good week for attending fashion shows. After enjoying the sights and sounds of the Jasper Garvida show, and the universally appealing Caryn Franklin show, it was off to the Bullring to enjoy ‘Redefinition’ – a show that promised to be just that little bit different, due to the use of Hologram imagery, including a gorgeous hologram of the man of the weekend, George Lamb. The show was a preview of all the key trends that are/or will be available, this Autumn in Bullring stores. All the key names were represented, from Cos and Reiss, to Forever 21 and River Island. Here are some of the…
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Caryn Franklin show wows at Pavilions.
One of the highlights of this weekend’s Style Birmingham Live was the fabulous ‘How to look good’ show hosted by Caryn Franklin in Pavilions. I went along to the preview of Thursday evening and was really impressed by a fashion show that was truly universal, appealing to all ages, shapes and sizes and to all budgets. This was a show that showcased the best Pavilions has to offer in the way of fashion, accessories and beauty. High Street names were on offer, from Monsoon and Hobbs to old reliable M&S, whilst fabulous independents were also on view, from the treasure trove that is Wisteria Lane, to a gem that…
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Style Birmingham Live – Style me Selfridges
We are now Just a day away from the start of Style Birmingham Live. Yesterday I bought you the lowdown on what you can expect from Harvey Nichols in the Mailbox. Now I turn my attentions to the wonderful, iconic Selfridges in the Bullring, where there is a definite emphasis on Fashion. They have Christened their offering ‘Style me Selfridges’ and there are some seriously exciting things on offer. Here is the low down on the events and special offers you can expect over the weekend. An Autumn/Winter 2011/12 catwalk show with international models showing off looks from Acne to Alexander McQueen. Shows are at 1.30pm, 3.30pm and 5.30pm. A…
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Style Birmingham Live at Harvey Nichols this weekend.
Going to Style Birmingham Live this weekend. If you are, (and if not..WHY NOT?), then make sure you head to Harvey Nichols in the Mailbox. They have plenty of special treats and offers in store for the whole weekend. Here is a very sneak preview of what you can expect. Style Dressing Stage Presentations: Shown at regular times throughout each day, enjoy a complimentary drink and listen to our experts take you through this season’s trends and must-haves. Fragrances: Have a spritz of the brand new Prada Candy perfume; complimentary samples with purchases. GHD: Demos on Friday and Sunday. Butter London: Manicures on Saturday and Sunday…
