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Get the Jessie J look at Harvey Nichols, Birmingham
Did anyone really pay that much attention to this years Britain’s Got Talent? Let’s face it, apart from the Ronan Parke and a batty female Liberace called Jean, it wasn’t the most interesting of programmes…that is until Jessie J appeared. When Jessie J stepped onto the stage, all eyes just shot to her lips, rather than a normal, glossy lipstick, Jessie’s lips were made up in a perfect Union Jack. This left women everywhere shouting ‘Where can I get that look?’ Well, help is now at hand. I can reveal that Jessie was wearing Violent Lips. Violent Lips are a range of temporary tattoos that come in a whole range…
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Balenciaga’s new fragrance to launch exclusively at Harvey Nichols
When asked to think of a label that exudes style, sophistication and timeless elegance, Balenciaga is sure to spring into the mind. From the days of the legendary Cristobal Balenciaga, who changed the silhouette of women with his tunic dresses and empire lines, to the modern-day innovations of Nicholas Ghesquiere, Balenciaga is synonymous with luxury that for many of us, is unobtainable. But whilst we may not be able to afford the dress, we can buy into the fantasy through the beautiful fragrances. Last year’s Balenciaga Paris was a huge success, and now Balenciaga are about to launch a new fragrance. Balenciaga L’Essence is an intoxicating mixture of violet notes…
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Customise your own Havaianas at Selfridges, Birmingham
For most people, summer means sun, sea and Havaianas! The fabulous Brazilian sandals have been around for more than 30 years now and are the flip-flops of choice for the rich and famous, from Jennifer Aniston to Sienna Miller, who pound pavements all summer long in the stylish and comfortable flip-flops. But if you have always had a hankering to design your very own pair of Havaianas, then you need to get yourself along to Selfridges, Birmingham. There you will have the chance to design your very own pair of Havaianas in the ‘Make your own Havaianas’ pop-up shop which is now open until September. Havaianas are giving their customers…
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Benjamin Ryan’s amazing New Salon!
In this time of deep recession, many companies are feeling the pinch. So it’s really heartwarming to be able to write about a real Birmingham success story. The wonderful, award-winning Benjamin Ryan hair and beauty salon has recently moved into new premises that has quadrupled the size of its previous salon meaning they can offer a whole range of new services, from beauty to holistic treatments, as well as the q1award-winning hair styling. The Salon is based in Birmingham’s stunning Great Western Arcade, just a stone’s throw from the previous premises. The beautiful grade two listed arcade makes a fantastic backdrop to the super-stylish new salon, with its luxurious hair…
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Daringly Beautiful Shopping night at Selfridges, Birmingham
Selfridges is always at the forefront of modern beauty, with an array of premium brands and treatments on offer for the discerning customer. But this month, as we all prepare for our Summer hols by getting our skin in tiptop condition, and choosing that sunshine make-up pallete for warm Summer days and nights, Selfridges are providing us with a beauty night to remember. On Thursday 19th May, Selfridges, Birmingham will be hosting ‘Daringly Beautiful’ a night devoted to beauty, with live music and glasses of Bubbly thrown in for good measure. Fabulous brands like Bobbi Brown, Nars and Benefit are involved, offering demonstrations, advice and make-overs. Here are some of…
