Posts from August 2008.

Why oh why has no one come up with this before? Marian Newman is a genius. The nail guru’s latest product (and this is hot off the press) is a nail colour in a pen. It’s a nail colour that dries in an instant and can be changed as easily as you change a top. It changes everything… (Oh, in case you haven’t heard of Queen of talons Newman, she’s THE nail supremo of the moment - loved by the glossies and very very highly revered in the industry). Inkredible nail colour kits, £22 from Mariannewmannails.com (Go for Gold Leaf or Platinum to be bang on trend with this season’s metallics.)

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Carrie in Sex and the City may have made them cool some time ago (before that they were the height of trailor-trash) but personalised nameplate necklaces are still pretty high up there in the must-have stakes. If you haven’t got yours yet what are you waiting for? Reese Witherspoon was seen eyeing one up in Portobello Road recently and Peaches Geldof is often seen sporting hers. Punkypins.co.uk offer personalised gold necklaces like this one for the bargain price of £20. While you’re at it why not get a few, one for each of your alter egos perhaps?

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Looking for something quirky as a pressie for a friend? Coco Ribbon have the answer - knickers delivered through the post all year round aka ‘The Panty Postman’. Bit different, isn’t it? For £58 they’ll send your chosen pal two pairs of pretty panties every three months for a year. See Cocoribbon.com for more details.

This limited edition Shimmering Nudes palette is the latest offering from super-slick cult make-up brand Bobbi Brown. It’s sure to be a sell-out not least because it perfectly embraces this season’s rich metallic beauty trend. Choose high-shimmer metallics for a glitzy and glamorous evening look or go for softer pearlised shimmers in the daytime. The rich espresso shade makes for a fabulous eye lining finishing touch. £40 (and, we think, worth every penny) at Bobbibrown.co.uk or at the Bobbi Brown counters of major department stores.

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Do you love the smell of coffee so much you’d like a coffee scented candle? Hmmmm…. Those caffeine crazed bods at Nespresso (the luxury portioned coffee innovator) clearly think you do and have just invented a line of coffee fragranced candles to prove it. The company worked with renowned perfumer Olivia Giacobetti to capture the profiles of the regions their coffee comes from so the end result is the business… as far as scented candle excellence goes, that is. The five scented candles cost £27 each and are available at Nespresso boutiques at Beauchamp Place, Knightsbridge, Harrods, Selfridges and online at Nespresso.com

StyleJunkee loves Fearne Cotton and Fearne Cotton loves Jaeger’s Tilly bag. How nice is that? £299 at Jaeger.co.uk 

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Elizabeth Arden have redesigned their infamous Eight Hour Cream and for a limited time will be selling the cult beauty product in this funky 1950s diner-style-inspired packaging. It’ll cost a mere £16 and will be available from 10 November from Elizabeth Arden counters in department stores nationwide.

So we’ve a credit crunch on the go and apparently it’s now de rigeur to treat oneself to a new lipstick - rather than a posh new outfit, designer handbag or the like. (Sales of lipsticks, and other cosmetics, are often seen as an indicator of economic decline and sales of L’Oreal products are up year on year.) So… I’m thinking if a lipstick is okay as a treat, why not a pair of chandelier earrings as seen on Kate Moss at Leah Wood’s wedding recently? Well you would wouldn’t you? These ASOS Cut-out Detail and Metal Disc Drop earrings, £8 at ASOS.com, have ‘credit crunch treat’ written all over them.

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Christian Dior’s fabulous new Haute Nutrition collection is being pitched by the brand as their primary defence against signs of ageing and wear and tear. The range’s key product is the Nurturing Oil-Treatment which combines an oil formulation that’s instantly absorbed into the skin and rich Omega fatty acids that help to renew lipids. £98.50, available at Christian Dior counters in House of Fraser from this week.

Silly me - I thought as soon as you hit adulthood spots and acne became a thing of the past, something assigned to the best forgotten area of adolescence… but, oh no, apparently a study has revealed that a whopping 40-50% of the population suffers from mild adult acne. Luckily those clever scientists at Dermalogica have come up with MediBac Clearing - a 24-hour treatment system that promises to clear skin, reduce excess oils and elimate bacteria… Overnight clearing gel, £34 from Dermalogica.co.uk

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According to La Moss her new fragrance Velvet Hour (which launches in September) “conjures up that special moment when night comes and envelops you in velvet.” Hmmm. Is that right, Kate? In that case we can’t wait to smell ‘the moment’ - hopefully then we’ll understand what on earth you’re on about…

Move over David Beckham and all other celebs advertising retail brands, it’s now the turn of the plasticine designer dude. Kitted out in designer clobber by Paul Smith, D&G and Giorgio Armani, everyone’s favourite plasticine animation characters Wallace and Grommit star in a brand new advertising campaign to mark the opening of Harvey Nichols new Bristol outlet. StyleJunkee is particularly enamored by Lady Campanula Tottington’s chic new look for the ads - an Alexander McQueen draped dress and Christian Louboutin shoes.

Fashionistas will already know that this autumn/winter’s heels are super-super high. These Miu Miu’s go one step further, combining a toweringly sculptural heel with some serious statement making attitude. Peep toe Mary-Janes, £395, at Net-a-Porter.

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Stag’s head, £60 from Urban Outfitters.

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Can’t find a pair of plimsolls to match your outfit? It’s a common problem - which is why online store Kings of Neon have come up with a novel solution: customise a pair. Simply send the clever bods at Kingsofneon.com your design - could be a photo of a loved one perhaps, your name, or even your mum’s name, or simply the pattern of your favourite tartan dress (as seen here) - and they’ll send you back an image of how your plimsolls will look. Providing you’re happy with it they’ll get to work making them and when done, have them delivered to your door. Can’t say fairer than that, can you?

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Why bother going to see West End musicals when you can see snippets of the best of them at Harrods? Starting next month, the luxury department store will be hosting a series of mini performances from West End shows including Mamma Mia, Chicago and Avenue Q. There will also be performers from the English National Ballet and television show Strictly Come Dancing. According to Harrods officials the idea is to “entertain shoppers amid the doom and gloom on the high street”. 

These gorgeous ethnic-style cushion covers are hand-made by locals in Jaipur in India, so, not only will they look fab on your bed or sofa, but their ethical credentials will also make you feel mighty worthy. Anokhi cushion cover, £7.50 from Mossberry.

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I don’t easily get excited about wine glasses (except when they’re full with delicious red wine of course!) but this large Heritage wine glass from Marks and Spencer ticks a fair few boxes on the style front. It’s sophisticated, elegant and perfect for vintage-lovers. £5 each from M&S.

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StyleJunkee has been treated to a sneeky preview of John Lewis’s autumn/winter tartan and check ranges. Our personal faves are these patent ponyskin pumps by Dune, £55 and this double-breasted check coat by Essentiel, £330. Watch out for them in store and online soon! 

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We’re loving these super-cute Mary Jane pumps, £144 from Angeline Tournier. Best of all they’re beautifully crafted in Italian leather, and because they come in all sizes up to 10 even larger footed ladies can indulge.

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