Saturday, April 2, 2011
The Colour of 2011 And Some Makeup Crushes
Every year, the colour company Pantone announce the colour trend and for 2011 that trend is Honeysuckle, a vibrant orangey, sometimes reddish pink. The colour has already been seen all over the catwalks and I have to say that I absolutely love it. It's the perfect shade to help shake off the winter blues and get you in the mood for summer!
I mean, look how incredible it looked in Christian Dior's S/S 2011 show...
And there are more tailored ways to rock Honeysuckle...
Colour trends inevitably filter through to the highstreet and I have seen quite a few pieces that I have found myself lusting over. The Honeysuckle colour has infiltrated everything from dresses to shoes to accessories so whether you want to wear it head to toe or just as an accent colour in your outfit, there's something for everyone.
I love the simplicity of this dress teamed with tan coloured accessories. There's something very sleek about this dress which could be left in all it's basic glory or accessorised with a long pendant and/or belt to change the silhouette.
This top would look amazing as a formal work blouse or alternatively as a casual top with summer short and wedges. The sleeves would be very flattering and the flowy fabric just screams summer!
How cute is this bag?! What an amazing way to add a pop of colour to your outfit, together with texture. The more I see the colour, the more I fall for it.
I need these shoes in my life! They tick every box for me. Vibrant colour? Check! Heel? Check! Platform? Check! I adore any shoes that look like they were inspired by the 1940's/1950's platform style. They are always so comfortable to wear because of the supportive ankle strap. I HAVE to have these!
A great dress which many options with regards to accessorising. I love the girly, playful feel to it and the fact that it is structured. It would give a great shape to the body.
What do you think of the Honeysuckle colour trend? Have you seen any must have pieces?
I was having a look at the Lisa Eldridge Make Up website today and I was blown away by some of the makeup looks in the gallery. I really love her work and her YouTube vids are always really informative and helpful. Here's some of my favourite looks she has created for Glamour Magazine:
Glamour UK (David oldham) 2010
Glamour UK (Robert Erdmann) 2010
Glamour UK (David Oldham) 2011
I was watching The Model Agency again on Channel 4 this week and I just can't get over how stunning 18 year old model, Leomie Anderson is. She has the most memorising eyes...
When you see her, it's like you're looking at a thoroughbred racehorse because she's incredibly tall (5ft10) but she still wears sky high heels which must take her to about 6ft3.
She was told in the last episode that she was one of only 4 break-out black models in the main catwalk shows. It's a shame we can't just describe her as one of the break out models though without having to pigeon hole people by race!
That aside, I just think she has the most achingly beautiful face that just draws you in and she seems like she has her head screwed on because she is determined to finish her education so she has something to fall back on after her modelling career.
Just look at her legs...they go on FOREVER!
Friday, April 1, 2011
Superhero Hair - Live Color XXL Cool Scarlet
Feeling more than a little lacklustre last week I decided to freshen up my hair colour. While browsing through the isles it hit me that I had tried all too many dyes and often had the same result. This time I wanted something more bold and striking so I chose Live Color XXL in the shade Cool Scarlet.
Perhaps the girl in the promo image swayed me, but I just think this colour is absolutely gorgeous. Honestly, if I could get away with Rihanna red in the office I would go for it, but I have to stay sensible. Of course I knew my hair would never match the shade above, and I made sure it wouldn't be too bright by only keeping it on for 20 minutes (versus the 30 mins recommended time).
It's pretty red isn't it! I used two boxes of dye, and still managed to miss a few areas, so I have to warn you that this isn't the easiest dye to work with, and it is very drying. However, I love the colour!
It's 'just' dark enough to sit on the right side of wearable, but still very full and vibrant. I know it won't stay like this for long since every time I wash it the colour runs atrociously and makes the water a rather frightening shade of dark pink.
So for now I will just have to make the most of being a red head! Look out Miss Amy Childs ;) hahaha.
Are you tempted to join the red brigade? Have you ever tried Live Color XXL? xxx
So here it is - my super hero hair!
Are you tempted to join the red brigade? Have you ever tried Live Color XXL? xxx
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Nick Verreos Will Be at Boston's Emerson College THIS MONDAY April 4th!!
Boston Rolls Out The "Rainbow Colored" Carpet...and the Runway...
Nick Verreos is Catwalking to Boston...on Monday night!!!Tomorrow--as you may have read HERE, I am flying to Chicago to host a "Putting It All Together" Macy's Event at Macy's State Street on Saturday. And then, I'm off to Boston Massachusetts. Why Boston, you ask? Well, kids, I've been invited by the Fashion Society of Boston's Emerson College to give a very special lecture as part of their "Fashion Week Spring 2011" festivities.
In case you didn't know--The Fashion Society of Emerson College in Boston is celebrating Spring 2011 Fashion Week with several great events--fashion shows, a 'Top Model Contest"-- with ALL PROCEEDS going to The Trevor Project, best known for "It Gets Better" campaign.
As a big supporter of The Trevor Project, LGBT issues, and lover of Fashion...I am honored to be part of the events and on Monday April 4Th, I will be at Emerson College's Bill Bordy Theater for a very special appearance and lecture, entitled (Wait For It!)..."Fashion God: Nick Verreos" (if I can only LIVE up to that!!!). Of course, I'll also pose for Facebook pics afterward--and if you come, you have a good chance you might end up on THIS little ol' BLOG of mine because....YES, I will be posting a FUN Recap of my time in Emerson College! (in other words: DRESS to Impress Emerson College Fashionistas!!)
What: Nick Verreos Lecture on Fashion, Project Runway and LGBT Issues When: Monday April 4, 2011 Time: 8-10PM
Where: Emerson College Boston, Bill Bordy Theater
*Click HERE for Entire Event Details
*For More Info. and Questions: Email fashionsociety@emerson.edu or ...RSVP on Facebook
