Kings and Queens of Bling
Apr 2nd
It really is no secret that celebrities may go a little over the top with their shopping sprees and lavish purchases. The proud display of houses, cars, clothes and entourage make our lives seem not only ordinary; but possibly quite dull! With millions and millions of pounds in their possession, it really is no wonder their imagination can run riot. The outrageous purchases of extortionate prices continue to baffle the world every day; and with the recession hitting us mere mortals, we peer on with bitter eyes.
However through this bitterness, we do hold a keen interest on the ‘little things’ purchased by our celebs. These ‘little things’ consist of jewellery or the newly christened name ‘bling’. So here I will take a peek at the most well-known ‘bling’ champions, from rappers to royalty – here they are! Read the rest of this entry »
Why has Gold made a Fashion Comeback?
Mar 8th
Yellow gold was seen to be old fashioned, and to also be ‘tacky’. However, as with all fashion trends, it is firmly back in the spot light. It has been many decades since we have pulled our yellow gold jewelry out the jewelry box, but now is the time! Read the rest of this entry »
Personalized Jewellery – A Top Trend!
Feb 7th
Personalized jewellery is something that never goes out of style and the fact that something is designed or tailor-made exactly to you, is something that will never become old or boring. Personalized jewellery is something that is trend setting too – just think about Carried Bradshaw in Sex and the City. Her cute, quirky “Carrie” necklace became one of the big iconic parts of the show and so many women went out and bought their own personalized necklaces. Read the rest of this entry »
How the Baby Boomers Influenced Watch Design
Jan 15th
For those of us that are baby boomers, we understand the importance of our generation. There were some of us who were out to make the world a more peaceful place, by protesting a war, while others turned more attention toward the environment. It was a time when we felt we could make a difference, by getting involved and fighting for change. Here are some watch designs that evolved during this era: Read the rest of this entry »
Emulate your fashion icon with a pre-loved TAG Heuer watch
Aug 18th
Who is your favourite fashion icon? Is it a model like Kate Moss? A Hollywood star? A rock star perhaps? Fashion icons come in all shapes and sizes, and whoever yours is there is a good chance that you want to emulate them in some way. And although that may sometimes seem hard to achieve, you could do exactly that buy purchasing a luxury second hand Tag Heuer timepiece. Read the rest of this entry »
Top Five Travel Beauty Essentials
Aug 18th
When I am lucky enough to get out of Maine for a vacation, even if it is only for a weekend away, the last thing I want to trouble myself with is a vanity table’s worth of make up and beauty products. Bottle caps pop off, delicate brushes end up crushed and crimped and frankly, there is no space for the fussy needs of a full face of make-up! Read the rest of this entry »
How To Choose The Right Watch
Aug 15th
There are a lot of variables when it comes to choosing the perfect watch. This is true whether it is for a man or a woman. Certain factors need to be considered otherwise an inappropriate or unappreciated gift might be purchased. Read the rest of this entry »
Lucien Piccard Watches
Mar 5th
You’ve decided to treat yourself. You’re going to buy a watch like no other, a timepiece that will be of excellent quality, and at the height of fashion, while going well with all your clothes. A watch like this is something invaluable, but finding the perfect watch can be difficult. Even once it is found, a luxury watch can be quite a pricey expenditure. Now there are watches available for both men and women that offer impeccable timekeeping capabilities, a timeless sense of style, and they’re affordable, too! The watches in question are Lucien Piccard watches. Read the rest of this entry »
5 Trendy Handbags for 2011
Feb 5th
Handbag trends for 2011 are looking bright, bold, and big. The most popular and functional handbags this year are messenger bags, satchels, drawstring bucket bags, hobo bags, and oversized totes. These handbags are coming in bright colors and are often adorned with oversized latches, stone accents, metals, and sequins. Your favourite online fashion boutique carries all these shapes and styles from choice designers. Here are five of the trendiest handbags that are both useful and beautifully designed. Read the rest of this entry »
Jewellery Designers
Dec 29th
If you are thinking of buying some jewellery (whether for yourself or a loved one), you might want to consider getting custom jewelry. In this age of mass production, the word “custom” usually signifies that the price tag on the item is about the same as the GDP of a small country. However, when it comes to jewellery, the opposite is true. Custom jewellery, especially at some of the shops, is more cost-effective than name brand jewellery, in addition to being unique. Here are some reasons why you should consider buying custom handmade jewellery: Read the rest of this entry »
