Filles des Iles Chic Collection ~ new perfumes

Hardouin-Finez’s Filles des Iles line has launched the Chic Collection, comprising three new fragrances: Amber Chic, Flower Chic and Sugar Chic.

Amber Chic ~ a white floral developed by perfumer Delphine Lebeau; “The scent of a fresh sea breeze under the Caribbean sun, a sun’s ray makes a warm cocoon like a white flower necklace effusing its soft fragrance.”

Flower Chic ~ a fruity floral, also by perfumer Delphine Lebeau; “A delicious and bold scent of an exotic cocktail of citrus fruits, red fruits and hibiscus, fused to create the light sugary freshness of this tangy delight.”

Sugar Chic ~ a floral gourmand developed by perfumer Irene Farmachidi; “A luscious and delectable scent which blends delicately fresh anise and voluptuous orange blossom. A light and sweet delicacy with a divine amber fragrance.”

Filles des Iles Amber Chic, Flower Chic and Sugar Chic are available in 50 ml Eau de Toilette. (via fillesdesiles)

Gucci Guilty Pour Homme ~ fragrance review

Gucci has just launched Gucci Guilty Pour Homme in the U.S. I always start my exploration of a new Gucci fragrance by reading Gucci PR news releases and interviews with Gucci execs; these mini-manifestos on perfume are guaranteed to prompt laughter (though they possess not a bit of wit) and a combo of shock and respect (all that Gucci cares about when it comes to a fragrance and its launch is making money…they don’t even try to convince us they regard perfume as an aesthetic creation). The pairing of Gucci with Procter & Gamble Co. over the last several years has produced some bland, inexpensive–smelling “luxury perfumes,” but the cash registers are humming. Gucci Guilty Pour Homme is expected to bring in $250 million in retail sales (globally) in its first year on shelves.1

Let’s start with humor. Discussing the success of the feminine Gucci Guilty launch last autumn, Tracy Van Heusden, senior beauty buyer, House of Fraser department stores, said, I…believe that the success of the launch is also due to the fragrance launching in [the fall]. We do see stronger results for fragrance launches in autumn and winter than in spring and summer, perhaps due to the desire for change that accompanies the change in the seasons.”2 Huh? There IS also an important change in the seasons from winter to spring…and an accompanying shift in “scent sensibilities” from dark, rich perfumes to lighter, brighter fragrances. But what do department stores know about perfume, anyway?

It seems Gucci’s Guilty franchise was conceived in the marketing department long before the Guilty perfumes were developed (since they are ultra-mainstream fragrances, one need not devote too much time to formulation, I suppose). For the women’s Guilty launch, Gucci designer Frida Giannini fashioned a 3-D advertising campaign featuring everything from iPad press kits to tailored e-cards to partnerships with MTV and Vogue. Many of these methods will be used in the Gucci Guilty Pour Homme launch.

Gucci Guilty Pour Homme (‘designed’ by Giannini, ‘blended’ by  P&G’s fragrance-design team, in ‘collaboration’ with Givaudan…whew!) is classified as an aromatic fougère and lists fragrance notes of lime, lavender, pink pepper, cardamom, orange blossom, neroli, cedar, sandalwood and patchouli.

Gucci Guilty Pour Homme opens with a blur, or ‘smear,’ of notes; you can smell, all at once, limes, lavender, orange blossom and pink pepper: these notes are sheer but a bit “screechy.” There’s absolutely nothing noteworthy or new about the fragrance; in fact, it falls flat the moment it hits skin. There’s a hint of ozone freshness and sports fragrance herbal-menthol as the cologne develops, and these aromas make me think of “masstige” (drugstore) teen (boy) body washes. But perhaps that’s on purpose, because Gucci Guilty Pour Homme is targeting “the elusive social-networking consumer, a much-sought-after and slippery target that the [perfume] industry hopes can help revive its waning appeal.”3 Gucci will rely on Facebook, YouTube, Captain America4, and Evan Rachel Wood in its marketing efforts aimed at young men. (Gucci’s Facebook page has millions of followers.)

Annalise Quest, a general merchandise manager for beauty at Harrods, says it all…and says it best regarding the Gucci scent philosophy: “Gucci Guilty has all of the right ingredients — slick packaging using Gucci’s interlocking Gs, a very commercial and on-trend juice and a powerful marketing campaign. The customer is buying into the lifestyle and designs of Frida Giannini, and the marketing campaign behind Gucci [Guilty] is integral in bringing that lifestyle to life.”5

Too bad Gucci and Procter & Gamble always go the easy (and banal) route when creating perfumes. If they’d put their powerful marketing machine behind an adventurous fragrance, chances are it would succeed (after all, people ARE gullible: they buy stuff like Gucci by Gucci Pour Homme, Gucci by Gucci Sport Pour Homme, and Guilty, don’t they?). Gucci regards fragrance as just another place to stick those shiny interlocking Gs, but they admit it, happily, so how can I be upset?

Gucci Guilty Pour Homme Eau de Toilette sprays are available in 30 (?), 50 ($57) and 90 ($73) ml; other Guilty Pour Homme products include aftershave lotion, shower gel and deodorant spray.

Brooks Brothers Madison, Black Fleece Red, White & Blue ~

The Brooks Brothers clothing chain launched four new fragrances last year: Madison for women, and three  new unisex scents under the Black Fleece range, Red, White and Blue.

Madison ~ “Introducing Brooks Brothers Madison for her, a new style of signature fragrance that captures the essence of the feminine, flirty and glamorous. Madison is filled with dramatic notes of night-blooming jasmine, pink peony and purple rose maroc against a sensual background of deep Tuscan leather and spicy pink saffron.” Available in 15 or 100 ml Eau de Parfum or in a solid perfume ring.

Black Fleece Red (not shown) ~ “Red is a unisex cologne splash. The fragrance is an earthy and warm. Rum, cardamom and citrus create the scent with hints of tobbaco and nutmeg. Rich undertones of sandelwood and leather complete the scent.” [sic, sic & sic] In 90 ml Cologne.

Black Fleece White (not shown) ~ “White is a unisex cologne splash. The fragrance is clean and fresh. A golden citrus base is enhanced with thyme and lavender. Rich undertones of cedard [sic] and vetyer complete the scent.” In 90 ml Cologne.

Black Fleece Blue ~ “Blue is a unisex cologne splash. The fragrance is classic and vibrant. Bergamot and mint are combined with iris and balsam.”

(via brooksbrothers, found via moodiereport)

Celebrity Nail Trends 2011

Latest nail trends give you a wide range of neutral and beige nail colors. The best tip is to get a color as close as to your skin tone. It sounds strange to wear such colors in spring but they look very elegant. They enhance the bright colored floral prints that you have stored in your wardrobe.

Another tip for the latest celebrity nail trends spring 2011 is to get short nails, as these colors look the best on short nails. Neutral colors also make your nails look longer than they actually are. Try to go to a cosmetic store near you and try on one of these shades and you will realize what a neat effect they give to your nails. These nail colors will also get your blingy rings more prominent, if they are diamonds that’s a classic.

It is always good to follow the latest fashion trends, but here is another tip. Have you ever realized that a nail color can also affect your mood? Well there are certain colors that give you confidence and they make you feel good about yourself. So whenever you experience a downer then go for a bright shade such as red. It will not only give you confidence you will also feel better.

So enjoy spring 2011 with these new range of colors that will make your nails look pretty and also compliment your clothes. Latest nail trends are always full of surprises and we simply love following them.

Kim Sa Rang is sexy and enchanting for Elle Korea

Former Miss Korea and actress Kim Sa Rang showed off her slim and sexy figure for Elle Korea. You might remember her when she played the character Yoon Seul alongside actor Yoon Sang Hyun in the popular drama Secret Garden.

Dressed in figure hugging yet funky and loud dresses, Kim Sa Rang shows us another side of herself. The first picture showcases the fun side of the actress with her dressed in a colourful and playful dress paired with a loud shiny jacket and funky unique shoes.

The second photo shows Kim Sa Rang‘s sultry side with her in a red revealing dress. She is also in a black short wig, which shows us another side of the former Miss Korea.

Look out for the full photoshoot in Elle Korea‘s latest issue!

Kim Min Hee is elegant yet vibrant for LG Fashion’s The L Book

Shots of actress and model Kim Min Hee for LG Fashion’s The L Book has been released. The L Book represents the values of “Love, Luxury, Lifestyle, Liberty“. It is also a collection of photo shoots of fashion icons. Of course, the iconic Kim Min Hee was chosen as the first fashion icon.

Through this photo shoot, Kim Min Hee tried to show people that fashion is not just about the clothes, but the emotions of the person wearing it.

Kim Min Hee shows her vibrant and sexy side wearing Leonard Spring Summer 2011 Collection.

Kim Min Hee is wearing  Leonard Massai dress – Printed short dress in Mikado silk jersey – Bacchus design, with Navy blue soft suede fringes.

On the right, she shows off her long slender figure in Leonard Marlin dress – Maxi dress with a plain Navy blue bustier and printed motifs in Mikado silk jersey, Baraka design.

Here, Kim Min Hee is decked out in Blumarine‘s Spring Summer 2011 Collection.

On the right, she is wearing Blumarine Abito dress 59100, giving off a playful and cheeky feeling with the colorful printed dress.

She is also wearing Blumarine Tronchetti Open Toe Ankle Boots 43410.

The actress also shows the casual, simplistic side while dressed Vanessa Bruno‘s 2011 Spring Summer Collection.

She is wearing Vanessa Bruno‘s Sky Doupion Silk Blouse on the left.

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The actress and model also showed a classic, casual style through the brand ??.

Credits : Naver blog

Tiger 'has made golf fashionable'

Golf is in fashion, according to one journalist, largely thanks to the success and popularity of Tiger Woods.

It was recently revealed by statistician Mark Knoller of CBS Radio that US president Barack Obama has taken to the fairways 32 times since assuming office in the White House.

And it is also well known that celebrities and stars such as Jay Z, Will Smith and Michael Jordan have a penchant for sporting golf clothing and hitting some balls.

And according to Oliver Brown, the person who has put the hip-hop in golf - in America, particularly - is Tiger Woods.

"Superstars such as Jay-Z and Jordan might be immensely popular with Americans of every colour, but the celebration of their golfing exploits owes everything to Woods," he wrote in the Daily Telegraph.

Other celebrities who are well-known for their love of golf apparel and 18 holes include Samuel L Jackson, Bill Murray, Alice Cooper and Jodie Kidd.

Hollywood Celebrities Sandals Golf Tournament

Hollywood celebrities teed off in their golf apparel over the weekend at the First Annual Sandals Celebrity Golf Tournament, held at Sandals Emerald Bay in the Bahamas.

According to Sandals Resorts, which offers romantic vacations to destinations around the world, the event was in support of the Sandals Foundation.

The organisation helps to fund education, community and environment projects in the Caribbean.

And stars such as Desperate Housewives' Jesse Metcalfe and Access Hollywood presenter Maria Menounos competed against each other at the Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club - a championship course designed by Greg Norman.

Commenting on the venue, Sandals Resorts chairman and founder Gordon Stewart, remarked: "I have never seen a golf course offer such dramatic vistas at every turn - Greg Norman did a truly masterful job of designing it."

With weather above 20 degrees Celsius on the Caribbean island this week, it could be the celebrities will been in need of performance golf shirts to keep them cool and comfortable on the fairways.

Trendy Handmade Fabric Handbags

When it comes to women’s clothing as well as accessories, trendy material handbags always stay in style. Even though you do not have custom purses, you are able to make your own design declaration by choosing trendy handmade fabric handbags. In fact, the options tend to be endless; in the hobo style to the carrier bags as well as through small-sized to over-sized totes, choose handmade fabric purses because of the actual formal events or for the enjoyment events. You may also select from an array of colors, designs, styles and designs.

Material handbags tend to be lightweight to transport and therefore are more affordable in comparison to additional leather totes or even custom totes. Therefore, along with trendy handmade handbags, you can also strategy your budget. Hand crafted fabric purses are simple to make, provided that you have fundamental stitching skills and also the right fabric. You can style fabric handbags for every ensemble. The important thing would be to select a suitable material as well as attractive design. Here are some useful tips about how exactly to make material handbags.

Producing Material Purses

To make material handbags, very first decide the pad of the cloth purse. A few options for fabric include cotton, purple velvet, silk, bamboo, polyester, made of woll, and so on. Amongst these types of, 100 % cotton fabric, either light, moderate or heavy type is easy to sew and provide an appropriate shape. Whilst acquiring the fabric, consider the dimension, color and print. Also, remember to purchase the actual matching colour handle for the purse.

The other needed equipments to make material handbags tend to be sewing machine (if available) or normal hand fine needles, safety pins, freezer, permanent magnetic clasp, sew unpicker, measuring mp3, marking pencil as well as razor-sharp cutting scissors. Once, you are ready with all these types of requirements, you can begin carving the design and producing the actual hand crafted material purse.

The following step is choosing the design of the material handbag. When just beginning, you can begin along with simple, easy to help to make cloth bags. An easy fabric handmade purse could be sewed by utilizing 2 comparable sized towels (back and front) along with a handle. An individual will be acquainted with the precise cuttings as well as sewing methods, you can produce handmade fabric handbags of the challenging design with many pieces. What ever function as the design you have selected, you can drawing approximately in a laptop for more research.

Reduce the pad items as per the dimensions as well as style you have made the decision. If you wish to include pockets, then cut little bits of the pad. Whilst cutting the actual pieces, make sure that you leave one-half in . material with regard to sewing. If you will find any kind of straight cuts, you can pull outlines about the fabric for sustaining a neat sew. Sew and sign up for the actual cloth items in the wrong aspect through referring to the drawing.

After completing stitching, turn the actual handbag as well as look into the stitch and also the form. Connect the manage to the bag through device sew or hand stitch based on the kind. With this particular, your own handmade fabric purse is prepared. You can include a unique style for your handmade material handbag through adding to this along with beads, lace, control keys, bows and down. Creating as well as producing hand crafted fabric purses can be quite fun. Producing handmade material purses is no doubt a satisfying and rewarding job.

Therefore, next time, before you go for any beach party, you are able to style over-sized purses with vibrant flower prints which will completely match your outfit. Also are you able to think about, your own character is going to be reflected in the way that you design your purses. Make your person fashion style by looking into making custom designed handmade handbags. It’s a golden opportunity to get an appreciation from your buddies for the creativity and imagination.

Choosing The Right Perfume

Shopping for the best fragrance can really be hard sometimes! Choosing the right perfume will require loads of effort from your aspect; one that blends well with your personality and also fit your different moods. So often, I have seen shoppers squirting numerous scents on the wrists, wishing this would help them to reach right summary. If you think this is the right way in going about choosing the suitable fragrance, after that wait around a sec! There are loads of stuff you have to know about fragrances as well as ways to go about choosing and using these scents as well.

Deciding on the best Fragrance:
There are numerous types of fragrances that are available on the market. These can vary from floral, fruity, clean, energetic fragrances, oriental fragrances that are truly unique and woodsy fragrances that can cause you to feel you are amongst the actual greens. Various kinds of perfumes suit various events as well. You need to know what are the reasons behind purchasing the perfume. Spicey scents may suit daywear and the exotic oriental perfumes can gel nicely with the evening attire.

Before you go about selecting the fragrance, you have to remember not to squirt more than 2 scents at any given time. You must give period for the fragrance to unfold. Let the fragrance remain on to the skin. Most scents tend to be delicate; therefore by no means rub all of them when you spray this on your arm, as this will only ruin the composition.

Prevent sniffing at the fragrance immediately, once it has been sprayed on the skin. The reason being of the existence of alcoholic beverages in certain perfumes that may alter the way it smells. The fragrance has 3 stages- the very best, middle and also the bottom information. The top note may be the first phase and you cannot judge the actual scent of the fragrance only about the first impact.

Any fragrance additionally reacts as per the individual body scents of the individual. Everyone has a various fragrance, which is why, the majority of fragrances odor differently whenever applied to different people. Consequently, whenever you attempt any new perfume, you must ensure you check it out on your skin instead of individuals small strips associated with cardboard that the salesperson provides you with. When the perfume continues to be applied on the skin, wait for couple of minutes. Always spray on the heartbeat points for any better diffusion from the fragrances.

When selecting the best perfume, you must look at the climate of the specific location. A scent that suits summer time period may not really suit the wintertime period as well. The right fragrance of a perfume should also suit the actual occasions you are going to use it for. A strong scent might not really match which essential board meeting.

Remember to avert being relying on the actual tall statements from the marketers. Never select your own fragrance without giving it a go on the skin. The actual advertisement might claim several things concerning the perfume, however the only way to understand, if it would suit you, is always to try a tester or perhaps a test of the same.

Celebrity Spring Summer 2011 Fashion Color Trends

Color plays a very important role in our lives, as without color everything would loose its beauty. It seems that color can have an influence over our state of mind, being able to create different states of being, from happy to sad; the reason why chromotherapy or color therapy is used in psychology to treat different psychological problems. Color doesn’t play an essential role in this field only, it plays an equally important role when it comes to physical appearance as color can emphasize the style of your outfit and make you look amazing.

The spring or  summer 2011 fashion color trends are absolutely divine and can definitely bring a smile to your faces. Playing with colors when it comes to fashion is a must especially if you want to stand out and attract attention through your incredible fashion style. This doesn’t imply that you turn towards a multiple hue colored outfit one can choose a monochrome outfit and still look fabulous.

Fashion color trends change every season to suit the new tendencies and season so every season something new comes up and this constant change allows you to be diverse when it comes to fashion. This spring summer 2011 the color trends offer a vast variety of hues to choose from, colors which are meant to suit the new fashion trends and season perfectly. This is why you can select from neutrals to bright vivid shades with stand out fabulously.

These colors can help offer your outfit the right somberness, innocence, mystery, unity and movement, depending on the shades and color combinations chosen. Because keeping up with the latest fashion trends as well as color trends is not easy, we have selected some of the most popular must have colors this season so you can look amazing every single time.

Vanessa Hudgens' Suit and Sandals at the Conde Nast Traveler Annual Hot List Party

Vanessa Hudgens attended the Conde Nast Traveler Annual Hot List Party last night (April 11) in West Hollywood.

Vanessa finally got it right and jumped on the trend of menswear on the red carpet. She looked awesome wearing a pearl white and shiny suit by Mimi Plange styled with a black camisole and shimmery silver sandals by Casadei.

Vanessa, who also sported hair extensions, kept her jewelry minimal and wore a glossy pink lip shade.

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Casadei Women's 6004 Sandal

Kourtney Kardashian's Jumpsuit and Heels at Redbook Magazine's May 2011 Issue Cover Celebration

Kourtney Kardashian, Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, and Kris Jenner are the cover stars for the May 2011 issue of Redbook.

Last night, the magazine celebrated its first ever family issue cover for the month of May in West Hollywood.

Kourtney Kardashian looked fabulous wearing a rich red strapless jumpsuit with wide leg pants by Jay Godfrey teamed with black pumps by Christian Louboutin.

Outfit Identifier: Alexis Bledel's Blazer, Top, Jeans, and Heels at MTV's "The Seven"

Alexis Bledel is currently promoting her new movie, "The Conspirator," and visited MTV's "The Seven" yesterday (April 11) in New York City.

Alexis kept it casual and on-trend wearing flared jeans by MiH Jeans styled with a soft, pastel lavender blazer with a draped front by BCBG Max Azria.

Alexis also wore a white top by A.L.C. and tan open toe sandals by Giuseppe Zanotti.

Alexis also accessorized with jewelry by House of Lavande.

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BCBG Max Azria Long Sleeve Draped Blazer

Mih Marrakesh Kick Flare Jeans at shopbop.com

Neve Campbell's Dress at the Premiere of "Scream 4"

Neve Campbell attended the premiere of her new movie, "Scream 4," last night (April 11) in Hollywood.

Neve looked great wearing a black Vivienne Westwood Red Label brocade dress teamed with black patent slingback pumps.

Neve also kept her hair up and accessorized with ruby, gold, and diamond statement earrings by Amrapali and a diamond snake ring by Le Vian.

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Vivienne Westwood Red Label Black Cross-Over Back Brocade Dress

Amrapali Gold Diamond and Ruby Earrings, Retail: $6010, www. AmrapaliJewels.com

Le Vian 14 K Yellow Gold Diamond Snake Ring, Retail: $6997, www. LeVian.com

Sofia Vergara's Dress and Heels at the Conde Nast Traveler Annual Hot List Party

Sofia Vergara attended the Conde Nast Traveler Annual Hot List Party, which was held last night (April 11) in West Hollywood.

Sofia once again showed off her great figure wearing a plum bustier dress by Dolce & Gabbana styled with nude Christian Louboutin "Madame Butterfly" booties.

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Christian Louboutin Leather Butterfly Bootie

Christian Louboutin Suede Butterfly Bootie

Brooklyn Decker's Dress and Heels at the Conde Nast Traveler Annual Hot List Party

Brooklyn Decker attended the Conde Nast Traveler Annual Hot List Party, which was held last night (April 11) in West Hollywood.

For the party, Brooklyn picked out an elegant navy Diane von Furstenberg "Zarita" lace dress.

She paired her dress with red pointed toe and strappy heels by Manolo Blahnik and gold hoop earrings by Jennifer Meyer.

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Diane von Furstenberg Zarita Lace Dress at Saks Fifth Avenue

Diane Von Furstenberg Lace Zarita Dress at shopbop.com

Jennifer Meyer Medium Hoops with Diamonds in Yellow Gold