Besides the perfect red lipstick, I also carry an endless search for the perfect mascara, which, according to my standards is not an easy task. It needs to lengthen, separate and thicken my lashes (like Minnie’s and Daisy’s!) but without that artificial ‘doll face’ look. And never, ever leave those annoying clumps! My obsession reaches […]
The name Peter Phillips may not ring a bell if you aren’t a beauty expert, but you probably remember Chanel Jade and Particulière nail polishes, don’t you? Well, Peter was the responsible for creating the colours that changed the market forever, but long before that, he was working his brushes in a very particular way. […]
Romance, seduction, luxury and beauty. The Lover is the archetype of pleasure, sophistication, physical and emotional connections. It’s not hard to see that it embodies most of fashion, beauty and luxury brands. Chanel, Dior, Saint Laurent, Versace, Estée Lauder, Lancôme, Revlon, Victoria’s Secret and La Perla are among them. Sensuality and love stories make an immediate […]
Until a couple of years ago, I knew by heart the names of the creative directors of the main luxury brands, even at those less ‘mainstream’. I really enjoyed looking at the show pictures, learning about their professional journeys and see the evolution between each collection. Nowadays, I must confess, my interest has faded, maybe […]
At first sight, purple eyeshadow can be a little over the top, especially the bright violet tones. However, if we choose more subdued hues, like aubergine or plum, the result can be more subtle and a great option from the so predictable black smoky eye. Wish List Nars Matte Eyeshadow – Daphne Dior […]
I try not to be this person who keeps a nostalgic vision but every time I think about the current status of luxury fashion, it’s hard to avoid it. We are going through really weird times. Reading this post by Nicole Phelps, reflecting on the exit of Hedi Slimane from Saint Laurent, I realised that […]
She is so famous that Disney made a cartoon of her in the video of its partnership with Barneys, in 2012. In the backstage of the most prestigious shows she is the chosen one of most labels. Pat McGrath is not a model or designer. She is simply one of the most famous and influential […]
London may not have Sephora (anyone knows why?) but there is no shortage of stores for beauty lovers (like me) feel at home. After an ‘extensive’ research and a few shopping trips, I narrowed down my top places in the city. Liberty: as a department store that doesn’t feel like one, it is a great […]
Dior and Yves Saint Laurent have a historic relationship. In addition to Yves have worked alongside Christian and being his replacement, the two maisons are icons of French fashion. The similarities definitely exist, but do the brands compete for the same audience? From the archetypical point of view, both are the Lover, which is very […]