Beauty Blog Love

I know I’m not the only one out there like this. You love beauty products but you’re anxious to try something new out without some solid backing. Or perhaps the costs of some these miracle creams make your eyes go wide and you’re hesitant to drop those gs. If you had the means and the ability to throw caution to the wind, you’d be a beauty product whore. But really you’re just a tease.

If you’re like that at all or if you just enjoy doing a little bit of beauty reading, I’ve found a solution. Below are three blogs which all specialise in beauty reviews, launches and trends. Basically these girls are the full-on sluts and allow use to indulge our fetishes from the sidelines.

Style Scoop – Okay I’m a little biased because I write for them but when it comes to beauty reviews Dimi is the business. Honest, easy-to-read reviews like hearing them from a bestie.

Lipgloss Is My Life – the funniest beauty blog I’ve come across. There are also some great fashion posts.

Lipgloss Kisses – a newish find but love the reviews and has opened my eyes to a world of new products.

Enjoy!
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Image from here.

I Don't Care What My Teachers Say...

...I'm gonna be a supermodel.


A little while ago I mentioned that I took part in a photoshoot for O Magazine in December. And now, months later the issue is finally out.

Thanks to my years of idolizing (read stalking) Style Guide Cape Town, I think she finally got sick of me peering at her from windows, "bumping" into her at fashion events and finding out her direct line that she thought this would shut me up. Just kidding, those things didn't happen or at least in that order ;)

I was lucky enough to be chosen along with Dimi from Style Scoop and Miss Milli B to represent blogger and city style. I got to wear a fabulous 50s-inspired outfit from David West and some extra high heels, which is always a plus.

Here is the result:


To see some of the behind-the-scenes photos and all the fun we had, click here and here.

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In the Past Two Weeks...

Things have been unusually busy in my life recently. Some of it for fabulous reasons and some for not-so-fabulous reasons. As a result my Twitter and blog have suffered. There have been many blog-worthy moments happening, just no time to actually document them. So to catch everyone up, here is what I’ve been up to:

…I’ve gone to our office year-end parties where I dressed up as an angel, stayed out till 4.30 am, kissed a boy with an accent and still woke up with no hangover.

…I’ve received an awesome hamper courtesy of NoMu. Along with Samma Designs, we entered their Aficionado pin-up competition and managed to win with our Mad Men-esque photoshoot.


…I’ve doubled my cinema visits of the past four months by going to watch The Chronicles of Narnia and Harry Potter.

…I’ve been to two fabulous events. Including the intimate launch of Vintage Lifestyle online magazine at Starlings coffee shop in Rondebosch and the press day at Press Stick’s new Press Room. I got a preview of the autumn collections for Witchery, Sissy Boy and Sunglass Hut. I also got a media pack which included a voucher for a free massage. Much-needed after this crazy time.

…I was one of three fashion bloggers to take part in a O Magazine photo shoot along with Dimi from Style Scoop and Miss Milli. I’ll be featured in the March issue talking all about Cape Town style.

…I’ve managed to put up the Christmas tree in the flat, decorated the fireplace and bookcase with holly and hung our stockings. I even know what I’ll be contributing to my family’s Christmas lunch. But I have yet to buy one present for a friend or family member. In fact, the thought of going to the shops scares me.

…no matter how full the diary is looking or how low the bank balance is dropping, this is definitely my favourite time of year. Things I’m looking forward to are going on leave later this week, hanging out with my gay best friends at Mother City Queer Project, tanning on the beach, singing carols by candlelight and welcoming my best friend to Cape Town.

What have you guys been up to?

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Lanvin for H&M

By now, almost everyone knows about the Lanvin for H&M diffusion line. The official lookbook was released yesterday and it makes me want to jump on a plane to the nearest H&M. I absolutely love the line and you can see some of my favourites from the collection on Style Scoop tomorrow.

Right now if there is one thing I'm lusting over, it's this ballerina dress. To die for!

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What I'm Lusting After

This time it's not a boy or chocolate.

This time it's a pair of sunnies from the new MDG range. That's Madonna for Dolce & Gabbana.


Aren't they fabulous!

If you wanna know more about the MDG range, you can read my latest Style Scoop post here. Otherwise head on over to Sunglass Hut as they will be stocking them soon.

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Press Stick Spring/Summer Launch

A couple of weeks ago I attended the Press Stick Spring/Summer Launch.


It was held at Blonde restaurant in Gardens and was a great opportunity to see what trends we need to be rocking next season.

I also had the opportunity to meet a fellow Style Scoop writer (and fashion icon) Fashion Jazz. She is just as lovely and stylish as on her blog.

The event was fabulous. Got to meet some great people in the industry, perve over shoes, sip on cocktails and get new sunnies from Sunglass Hut. I've got a pair of new Bvlgaris that I love.

FJ has covered the event on her blog and on Style Scoop. So head on over if you want to see what trends will be big.

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New Style Scoop Post

This week Riccardo Tisci, the Creative Director of Givenchy decided to put an end to the label's couture shows.

Read all about it on Style Scoop.

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New Style Scoop Post

In the spirit of the World Cup, my latest Style Scoop article is all about the world's most expensive yet really, really ridiculously fabulous soccer ball.

You can read all about it over here.

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Style Scoop Post

My latest Style Scoop article is up.

It's all about Brian Atwood. If you love Choos, Louboutins and Manolos you'll love his shoes. They even had a starring role in Sex & The City 2.

Click here to read it.

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Style Scoop Post

My latest Style Scoop post is all about the fabulous books every fashionista needs.

Go here to see the top ten books you cannot do without.

Have a great Friday bitches!

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Style Scoop Post

This week's Style Scoop post is all about the world's most powerful luxury brands.

For the full list, their annual turnover and some fashion fun facts, click here.

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Style Scoop Post & Comp!

As always, I've written a new Style Scoop Post. This time I'll giving you the A to Z of Prada. You can check it out here.

Make sure you also visit the blog for a great competition sponsored by Aldo. If you carry your life in your handbag, you'll love it. Enter over here.

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Style Scoop Post

Hope everyone is having a fabulous Friday!

In case you're in need of a break, head on over to Style Scoop. There are some great posts up this week including some much-needed eye candy.

Also my latest article about Giles Deacon is up. He's just been announced as the new head designer for Ungaro after that whole Lindsay debacle. Not sure who Giles is? Go on and have a read!

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Latest Style Scoop Article

My latest Style Scoop article is up.

Read the A to Z of the luxury fashion label Chanel here.

Best read with pearls and croissant (it is French after all ;)

Happy Thursday!

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