Handmade jewellery can be added to any old outfit to give it a new look. Handcrafted beads are inexpensive and have proven that beauty can be met without being outrageously priced. When a consumer gets tired of paying three times the amount of what it takes to make the piece of jewellery that they are looking for, that’s when the idea of making the piece…
French perfumers have that ‘je ne c’est quoi’ that means they often spring to mind when thinking of the most famous fragrance houses and brands – Jicky, Shalimar and of course, Chanel. However, at the turn of the twentieth century there were also English perfume houses that were enjoying the sweet smell of success. Floris is a British perfume house, which was established in 1730…
Fragrance is alluring, provocative and memorable; reflecting the very essence of the person who chooses to wear it. There is nothing quite as personal as a signature scent. Smell evokes memory in a way that no other emotion can; transporting us back to a time or place filled with events and feelings that have helped to shape and define us. It is little wonder that…
Many fashion designers like to look to different cultures and traditions when it comes to designing clothing. This is because they are seen as different and exotic, as most of the things worn in these cultures is based on patterns and images that are not seen in our everyday life. When it comes to ethnic patterns and inspiration there are generally four consistent areas that…
As we enter the autumn/winter season and start to head towards Christmas there is more and more pressure to get it right for the festive period. What to wear for the big day? What to buy Aunty Mae? What to serve for Christmas dinner? The stress of this time of year can really get on top of you and if you are not careful you…
As we head towards winter it is often hard to decide what to wear. It isn’t quite cold enough for a winter coat yet but sometimes there is a bit of a chill in the air or some damp autumn fog that sends a chill down your spine. So before you start shivering just at the thought of it now is the time to start…
We all like to get new clothes but when you are fighting against the credit crunch it is sometimes hard to afford new things. That is when it is good to look out for great accessories that can change the look of a tired outfit in no time at all. The best thing to do this, and not leave you too out of pocket, is…
For many petite women, finding clothes to fit can be a hassle, so if you fall into the ‘petite’ category of woman, how do you find the clothes to best fit you? Step one: don’t panic. Millions of British women fall into the petite clothing sphere, which is good news — it means that thousands of shops and companies cater for the petite woman’s needs.…
Everyone feels more confident and outgoing when they are wearing something that suits them and feels comfortable. When you need to get dressed up for a special occasion it’s easy to spend hours trawling round the shops trying to find exactly what you want, but with some simple preparation and forethought the whole process can be made a lot easier. Firstly, consider what type of…
It is summertime and the holiday season looms, but there is always the dilemma of what to pack and what to leave behind. With the restrictions on luggage, this has become even more important. There are a couple of options available to you: buy your wardrobe at your destination; take a change of clothes and wash the spare set every day; or invest in a…