Monday, 16 November 2015

TRASPARENZE

 
£21.00 at tightsplease.co.uk

One of the stars of the AW15 catwalk shows, crochet net is emerging as a must-have fashion trend for the season. In typical Tightsplease fashion, we have just the way to make your market on the popular trend, with a pair of the beautiful Acquamarina Tights, which arrived from fashion favourites Trasparenze.

You can always rely on Italian brand Trasparenze to be at the forefront of fashion, and these stylish woven tights are no exception. From the waistband, you’ll find a multitude of vertical stripes that descend down the leg and benefit from a tantalising crochet effect. Revealing some skin and bring some all important texture to all of your outfits, the crochet effect will leave your legs looking bang-on trend and provide the perfect solution to your classic net hosiery. Made from a woollen blend for a snug warming feeling, the tights are made in three chic colours, all of which are perfect for boosting your fashion capital across the autumn and winter months.

Forget your grannies cardigans, crochet net is a must-have this season, which is why owning a pair of these is a must. They couldn’t be easier to style either; the trick is to leave your legs the main focal point of your outfit, teaming with simple winter ensembles such as jumper dresses and cable knit sweaters. Step into a pair of ankle or knee length boots to complete a chic layered look. But if you’d like to wear these crochet charmers in the evening, dig out a skater dress and heeled ankle boots for an alternative take on evening glamour.

As the netted effect runs sheer to waist, you don’t have to be concerned about any brief material from showing through. For fans of boots, the reinforced toe means protects the fragile part of your tights from any damage, keeping them looking their beat season after season. Comfortable too owing to a stretchy waistband, these tights represent the perfect marriage between fashion and function


Saturday, 14 November 2015

H&M CHRISTMAS

Katy Perry is the face and sound of the Swedish retailer’s  H&M festive campaign, for which she stars in a TV ad singing a specially-created song, Every Day is a Holiday. The commercial, which sees Perry cavort with life-sized gingerbread men, giant teddy bears and oversized presents won’t be unveiled until November 23, so in the meantime we have a sneak peek of Perry posing in H&M’s festive attire.   



Perry calls the Elfie Selfie knit that she models her “favourite”. The festive collection will be in stores from mid-November.



"H&M has been a part of the evolution of my personal style since I was 13, when I would start to incorporate fun, affordable H&M pieces into my vintage wardrobe.” 




H&M is playing its part in supporting impoverished children in Myanmar this Christmas by donating five per cent from its specially-designed gift cards to UNICEF. Along with the H&M Conscious Foundation, the charity hopes to provide quality education for 350,000 vulnerable children in the country, where there is urgent need to improve access to basic education.  

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Friday, 13 November 2015

WINTER WONDERLAND 2015

Get into the festive spirit as family favourite Winter Wonderland returns to London's Hyde Park. This free-to-enter event includes a host of Christmas-themed fun and activities, including big top shows, an observation wheel and a huge Christmas market.


Activities at Winter Wonderland


Ice Rink Winter Wonderland


Winter Wonderland provides fun, laughter and excitement for both adults and children. Skate around the stunning ice rink which circles the Victorian bandstand, enter the Magical Ice Kingdom with its 'ice forest' of frozen sculptures and gleaming ice castle, and enjoy the acrobatic wonders of shows at Zippos Circus and Cirque Beserk. 



If you're a thrill-seeker, there are plenty of rides to try. Younger children can enjoy gentle activities such as carousels, helter skelters and funhouses. Older children and adults, meanwhile, will love the adrenaline-fuelled rollercoasters. Tokens for these rides can be purchased at dedicated token booths.
For something more sedate, take a seat on the observation wheel for a flight 60m above London, offering stunning views of the city's skyline.

Winter Wonderland's Christmas Markets 




Enjoy perusing the Christmas markets full of arts and crafts trinkets, jewellery and decorations that make perfect presents for friends and family. Explore the Angels and Yuletide market, where charming wooden chalets are overflowing with festive goods.


Food and Drink at Winter Wonderland 



If you're feeling peckish or are in need of a warming drink, head to the various restaurants, bars and food stalls. Try some churros, sip mulled wine or keep warm with a frothy hot chocolate. There's also the chance to try some festive German fare, such as German sausage and glühwein in the Bavarian Village.


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Winter Wonderland Tickets



Winter Wonderland is free to enter but some activities require a paid-for ticket, including popular attractions such as ice skating, the observation wheel, Zippos Circus, Cirque Beserk and the Magical Ice Kingdom.



WINTER WONDERLAND  is open from Friday 20th November at 5pm and thereafter
10.00am - 10.00pm until 3rd January 2016

SPARKLING Eyes

Get the look

SPARKLING EYES
Paint a fine sweep of black eyeliner along both the top and lower lash line. Blend with a soft brush.
Layer the lid with a matt black eye shadow to create definition in the socket line, blending outwards with a soft brush.
Dab silver shadow in the corners of the eye to brighten the look.
Layer the lid with Vaseline for a perfect party sheen and to hold the glitter.
Use your ring finger to pat glitter on to the lid – adding extra black and silver glitter creates a 3D texture.
Finish with lashings of black mascara for some serious festive drama! 
 
Glittery Eyes 
 
 

Urban Decay Heavy Metal Glitter Eyeliner

£14.00
Urban Decay Silver 

Benefit They`re Real Mascara

£19.50

Benefit They’re Real  

Urban Decay Moondust Eyeshadow

£14.00Urban Decay Moondust 
 

Urban Decay Perversion Trap False Lashes

£12.00Urban Decay Perversion Trap False Lashes 
 

 

FINISHING TOUCH

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Teardrop Earrings £12.00 at ALDO

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