2014
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NEW FRAGRANCES: Red Door, Juicy Couture, Trilogy, UNTOLD, Invictus
Read more: NEW FRAGRANCES: Red Door, Juicy Couture, Trilogy, UNTOLD, InvictusIn ON MY DESK this week we look at new fragrances by Red Door 25 by Elizabeth Arden, Juicy Couture, Jua by Trilogy, UNTOLD ABSOLU by Elizabeth Arden, and Invictus by Paco Rabanne. Jua by Trilogy What is it? First up, something a little different; Jua by Trilogy is the natural skincare brand’s first fragrance,…
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Bargain Beauty – new summer makeup from Designer Brands
Read more: Bargain Beauty – new summer makeup from Designer BrandsIn this latest Bargain Beauty column, we look at new summer makeup from Designer Brands – a cosmetics brand that’s incredibly well-priced. I hadn’t been aware of this brand until recently, and I was sent these new summer season products to try out and have a play with. I’m impressed with the look and how…
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Designer Profile: Lillie Toogood of Good&Co
Read more: Designer Profile: Lillie Toogood of Good&CoWe chatted to designer Lillie Toogood about her label, Good&Co. The New Zealand accessories brand makes very beautiful silk scarves, and is now doing well internationally with their gorgeous, original designs. “The SS14/15 scarves hit stores late August and are flying out the door!” Lillie told us. “It’s been a super busy year and looks like…
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Iconic Style: Elizabeth Taylor and her jewellery
Read more: Iconic Style: Elizabeth Taylor and her jewelleryIn this Iconic Style column we take a look at the elaborate style, and famous jewellery collection, of Hollywood actress Elizabeth Taylor. Image credit: Fillipao28 via Flickr Throughout her movie career, Elizabeth Taylor both on-screen and off, wore nothing but the best in gowns and jewels. She attracted men and glamorous gifts easily. Several of…
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Karen Walker Eyewear celebrates 10 years
Read more: Karen Walker Eyewear celebrates 10 yearsKaren Walker Eyewear is 10! I well remember the launch 8 years ago in September 2006 of Karen Walker Eyewear with a dictator-themed installation down at fashion week. Tens of thousands of pairs have sold, at over $300 each, and many styles sell out when they hit stores. Now, the brand that’s incredibly successful internationally…
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Beauty review: Big Eyes, Color Tattoo, Nude Magique Blur
Read more: Beauty review: Big Eyes, Color Tattoo, Nude Magique BlurIn our latest beauty review we look at Big Eyes Eyeliner black/white and Buff n Tuff Color Tattoo eyeshadow by Maybelline New York, and Nude Magique Blur Cream by L’Oreal Paris. Big Eyes Eyeliner from Maybelline New York Ok, well I’m happy to report that the Big Eyes Eyeliner in white/black from Maybelline New York…
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Heels in a minute
Read more: Heels in a minuteFashion media and bloggers headed into Hotel de Brett in Auckland for the launch of Miss Minit, the new shoe care range from Mister Minit to help customers look after one of their most loved possessions… …their shoes. Pretty AND practical There are some really useful shoe and bag care products with cute vintage packaging…
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ON MY DESK: new things I’m loving in BLACK
Read more: ON MY DESK: new things I’m loving in BLACKFor this latest ON MY DESK column, I’m looking at new things I’m loving in the colour black. Black has a particularly strong role in New Zealand culture, from shearers’ singlets and All Blacks jerseys right through to Zambesi and NOMd dresses and knits. For a beautifully detailed analysis of our nation’s affinity with black,…
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The week on Thread – Episode 7
Read more: The week on Thread – Episode 7The week on Thread in highlights in photos. The Sound of Music How do you solve a problem like Maria? And how do you selfie a woman like this gorgeous Maria, below? I met the cast of The Sound of Music at the Civic theatre today. Photo below of Bethany Dickson (right) who plays Maria,…
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We met Jackie O’Fee at Westfield Style Sessions
Read more: We met Jackie O’Fee at Westfield Style SessionsImagine not only having someone help you choose what to wear but being given some free clothing as well? That came true for our Thread winner of our styling competition this week when she met Stylist Jackie O’Fee, of Signature Style, at Westfield Newmarket for a personal style session as well a $250 voucher for…