October 2010 - Fashionicide // Fashion, Makeup and Beauty

Sunday, October 31, 2010

OOTD - Halloween @ The Warehouse Project

Happy Halloween everyone!

This year I decided to ditch the pumpkins & cauldrons and opted for something more gruesome. More on the scary stuff later on in the post!

So last night I went to the Warehouse Project (WHP) to see a load of electro indie bands including Delphic who were the headline act.

I knew it would get pretty hot in there, the tickets were sold out! And I was aiming to be riight at the front, heh! So I digged out something pretty floaty and airy from my overflowing wardrobe to keep me as cool as I can be.

Sheer oversized pussybow lilac floral blouse - Topshop

Basic black bodycon (underneath to mantain my dignity) - H & M

Leggings - Primark

Turquoise Toywatch

I am seriously in love with this blouse, too much. No wonder it was completely sold out in stores & online. It's incredibly wearable. Pair it with leggings or to bring it all together, wear a slim belt around the waist. Ahh, love.

Onto Halloween

Okay, strictly speaking, today is Halloween. However, last night, the WHP was from 9pm to 4am so technically after midnight it's officially Halloween, muhuhahaha.

Here's Me & the boy after our bloodthirsty binge:

Srsly, how realistic does this look? The bouncers outside the WHP weren't sure whether it was real or not, ahaha!

Once inside, we did get a few people come up to us asking if we'd been in a fight, result! Most of the people I met were super friendly and the whole of the venue had a pretty good vibe. And yes, I did make my way right down to the front. However, one did get crushed. My ribs are feeling it today. Oww.

The highlight of the event was definitely Fenech-Soler. Even though I specifically went for Delphic, these guys really stole the show. To be honest, I wasn't really expecting anything particularly mind-blowing. Generally the perception of warm-up bands send majority of folk to snoozeville, but in this case, I couldn't be more wrong! They completely blew the roof off the place! With their eclectic dance moves and dirty, filthy electro synths, they stole my heart. And I probably won't get it back now.

I snuck home at the respectable time of 3.30am.

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Friday, October 29, 2010

Macro Lens - A Close Encounter!

Monday, October 25, 2010

Guest Blogger - All about the InnerBelle

Hello, Stalkers.

Today is all about Amina from InnerBelle. Oh, yes it is.

This girl is an absolute STAR! First of all, she was happy to guest blog over here today. And second of all, she sent me a huuuge parcel filled with beautylicious goodies..

Omfg.

She's sent me some real good treats there. Including Eve Lom, Neals's Yard, Chantecaille, Nude, Caudalie. And did anyone notice the NARS lipgloss in there?! I was literally gobsmacked! It's in shade "Bad Behaviour", an uber glossy deep red.

So a BIG THANK YOU to Amina for those treats. I can tell I'll throughly enjoy using them. :)

And now onto Amina's post.

"A/W Trends 2010

With this years autumn/winter fashion already in play its pretty hard not to be on trend. Here's the key focuses in a nutshell.

Its all about minimized vs maximized - a real mix of textures this season.

On one end of the spectrum key trends draw light on textures such as velvet, knitwear, tartan, animal prints and even fur.

Long patterned socks with shoes - high heeled hikers to be exact. Speaking of shoes - Chanel paired over sized knit jumpers with huge furry boots on the catwalk - Yetis for thought? and the thigh high boots are in this season too.

Even though it all screams loud, the other end of the spectrum keeps the focus more towards the tailored look. Think structured shoulders, girls in tux, the city slick look. High waisted trousers are in, they are very tailored so forget the flairs.

Its not hard to see why military style has worked its way into this season too. Burberry is big as the trend setter - camel is the new black and as you may have already noticed, aviators are big on scene now. Ditch the short skirt because its all about long skirts below the knee length. Its no longer a fashion faux pas to show off the skirt from under your coat - Marc Jacobs himself made a show of it. Cross between the two realms by throwing on a chunky cardie, popping on a pair a of brogues and grab yourself a satchel bag to go geek chic this fall.

The cape has made a comeback, and Parker's are big - think sports gear but glammed up.

Don't be afraid of coats with short sleeves, just grab yourself a pair of super long gloves to keep warm and look trendy. There is an emphasis on curves for a change this season as some of the major designers even had healthier sized women to showcase the tulip shaped dresses, skirts and coats.

Oh and don't put away those Maxi's just yet, pair them with a pair of hikers and dig out that Parker and your on point this autumn to make that transition into winter. Ditch the big belts for skinny ones, tie it in a knot on the ends, this will update any look in an instant. Finish off your outfit with a fur trimmed bag or an over the shoulder bag. Finally, Give your feet the break they deserve, switch up your stilts for some sexy kitten heels.

And a tribute to Alexander McQueen who's work continues to be showcased - designs shown on the catwalk displays ingenious tailoring and the most intricate designs - absolutely mind blowing pieces - R.I.P McQueen.

What do you think of the current trends? What stylistic pieces will be making there way into your wardrobes...or not even? Oh and hop on over to my blog for current trends on makeup and hairstyles.

InnerBelle

xxx "

Again, a big thank you to Amina for the parcel of goodies and for this season's trend spotting. Do pop onto her blog for her reviews, FOTD & EOTD, and believe me, her EOTDs are freakin' awesome!

And there you have it, folks!

Until next time..

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Friday, October 22, 2010

FOTD - NARS Rajasthan Duo Fall 2010

I'm a huge fan of NARS eyeshadows. I love how they have such a wide range of different colours and they're incredibly pigmented. I've actually got a few of the limited edition palettes, one of my faves is the "Pleasures of Paris" which is a staple for my make up collection. I was lucky enough to purchase it online as it was sold out in my local Selfridges.

... And you know me, I'm late for practically everything!

NARS Rajasthan Duo was out in August for the NARS Fall 2010 collection. And yes, I also had to purchase this online because surprise surprise, they were sold out in stores. It always makes me think: do people actually camp out overnight in anticipation of all these exciting releases?

The colours are are absolutely beautiful, and they really do compliment each other perfectly. The gold colour is stunning! It really does remind me of my trip to Rajasthan earlier this year, as it is practically a desert with plenty of towns and cities within it. The shade itself comes across as a metallic taupe brown, looks kind of bronze-ish, and it reminded me of MeMeMe's Blush Me in Bronze, they both look immensely similar. Maybe when I hit pan, I'll use the blusher as an eyeshadow, pow!

The other colour is a deep smokey charcoal with a hint of green to it. This colour was made to be worn in the crease and smoked out! And I do love smokey eyes, I bloody do!

*FACE*

MAC Studio Fix Fluid - NC37
MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural - Medium Plus

*CHEEKS*

MAC Mineralize Blush - Warm Soul
Sleek Contour Kit - Medium (LOVE THIS!)

*EYES*

NARS e/s Duo - Rajasthan
Bourjois e/s - Beige Rose
Urban Decay Liquid Liner - Black
L'oreal Voluminous Mascara - Black

*LIPS*

Bourjois Sweet Kiss Naturel Lipstick - Rose Sensuel

I la la love the intensity of the of the eyeshadows. And the longevity of it (with primer, of course) is superb as you would expect for a high end brand. And priced at £23.00, it is worth every penny.

Did any of you guys buy this duo? Have you found any dupes for it?

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Sunday, October 17, 2010

REVIEW: Alterna White Truffle Shampoo & Conditioner

Apparently, this is Jennifer Aniston's favourite shampoo & conditioner.

And I can see why.

It's expensive. It has sleek packaging. And does exactly what it says on the 'tin'.

So why did I buy this shampoo & conditioner?

Honestly, my hair is knackered. Well, kind of. It's dry, lacks shine & no matter what shampoo & conditioner I use, I can never get the 'swish' effect. And Pantene certainly does not give me the 'swish' effect

I've used so many shampoo & conditioner combos it's unreal. I've spent a small fortune on them and I've never really been fully satisfied with the results I'd been having.

I came across Alterna while I was watching an old episode of 'Friends' on E4 and was in awe at Jen's hair. So I asked my friend Google what hair products she uses and lo-and-behold, it turned out to be Alterna's 'White Truffle'.

Google also told me the shampoo costs £28.25 for a 300ml bottle and the conditioner costs £30.50 (also 300ml) from SalonSkincare. I don't know about you but £60 for 300ml of shampoo & conditioner really hurt my (husband's) wallet!

Here's what Alterna have to say about White Truffle:

"This extravagant formula combines European White Truffle Oil, the planet's richest sources of the B Vitamins, known as "the beautifiers," Caspian Sea Caviar Extract and Mediterranean Arnica Flower with a phyto-organically derived surfactant system, which is the most effective natural cleansing system obtainable.

White Truffle has nutrient activating enzymes and the world’s most expensive haircare ingredients combed from the farthest reaches of the globe infuse the scalp and hair for added conditioning moisture, elasticity and extraordinary shine.

Ideal for daily use and safe on your chemically treated hair. White Truffle contains a full spectrum UV protection to guard your locks against sun damage."

Niiiice.

Packaging

The packaging is so important as it is always the first thing people see. It can leave a lasting first impression and in Alterna's case it is definitely the SEX! It manages to provoke curiosity from those that lay eyes on it, when people see it the first reaction is something along the lines of: "Wow, what are those expensive looking bottles in the bathroom?!" It does look expensive and luxurious.

Usability

After gawping at the bottles for ages, I got down to the real business of actually using the stuff! It squeezes out easily from the bottle and allows you to control exactly how much you take out. The shampoo lathered pretty easily. The smell was quite odd, not in a bad way. I can't really describe what it smells like but it was pleasant and doesn't linger on the hair after you've blowdried.

Once I rinsed away the shampoo, my hair felt clean and not squeaky. Next, the conditioner was super creamy & thick, thicker than your average deep conditioner so I used a small amount of it. My hair felt weighed down because the conditioner is quite heavy. But once rinsed off, the heaviness had gone down the plughole, and my hair had the 'slip' effect. Yay! :)

Results

Detangling was not a problem which is definitely a plus point. I blowdried my hair without my usual Toni & Guy 'Boost It Mousse' & GHD Smoothing Balm to see if Alterna had made much of a difference to the condition of my hair. The result?

ZOMG!

My hair felt super soft and bouncy, looked sleek and incredibly glossy which is a rarity for me. My ends felt a lot of smoother and less rough when I felt them between my fingers. And last but not least, I had the 'swish' effect! :D All in all, my hair looked and felt FABULOUS!

Would I repurchase?

Maybe. I know, this is definitely a HG for me, but it's waaay too pricey IMO. If I came into a bit of extra cash then I would definitely re-purchase. But doubt that will happen any time soon! :( In the mean time, I'll be saving the rest of my Alterna for special occasions.

Have you used any products by Alterna? What's your HG shampoo & conditioner?

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