Sexy 2012 Swimsuit & Swimwear Trends

Top trends to wear for bathing and swimsuits for 2012. As we hit the beach this season, and the weather grows nicer, whether we’re out if town on vacation, on spring break or if the summer season has finally arrived. At some point you’re probably going to be wearing a bathing suit. Look below to see what styles everyone will be splashing into this season.

Read on to see the amazing pictures...

MAC Launches New Iris Apfel Limited Edition Range

How can you not LOVE Iris Apfel?! Through the years she’s always maintained her eccentric fabulous style and no matter what is an icon in every fashionable sense! Her collaboration with MAC makes every one before seem slightly boring] & proves beauty can be at any age. I love the ad campaign featuring Iris Apfel, she looks so chic! I love red lips and nails, hot! I also love the use of intense colors and I have to buy every single one of those lipsticks! I love the fact that they are so vibrant, from orange, pink, red–no matter your preference, there is a color for you! The collection will be available from January 5, 2012 through February 9, 2012.

Read on to see the collection

Kardashian Kristmas Kard in 3D

The Kardashian Kristmas Kard was shot by Nick Saglimbeni.. 

Kim may be standing tall and alone in this years Kardashian Kristmas Kard, however, she looks stunning as ever. Even though you would normally find Kim wearing a form-fitting dress or outfit, she decided to tone it down a notch this year by going with a suited and booted look along with the rest of her family. Besides her fashion, her makeup was just amazing! I loved the double liner and felt that is was very Arabic inspired! I have done very similar looks but with a nude lip.. I just have to recreate this look!

Read on for backstage pictures..

Sexy Gisele: Versace Spring/Summer 2012

Gisele, Gisele. She puts the super in the term “supermodel”...

Gisele Bündchen looks absolutely exquisite in the Ad Campaign for Versace spring 2012 collection. The campaign was shot by world renowned photographers Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott in the Sonoran desert of Borrego Springs, California. 

From the sultry blue hues of the photography, Gisele’s innate sexiness to the impeccable styling of the shoot, this whole collaboration couldn’t have made for a more enticing ad campaign. Where that Versace woman looks absolutely phenomenal! This blue world captures Gisele and Ryan Barrett about to step into a pool – fully clothed, in some rooted Versace looks from the Gianni era – studs and bold prints and all. I love it!

The Siren Vs The Bombshell

Which do you prefer... 

The Siren Rosie Huntington-Whiteley or The Bombshell Gisele Bundchen? 

 I love both of the looks in LOVE Magazine ♥

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas with all you loved ones Xx

Shoe Trends for Spring/Summer 2012

A Women’s guilty pleasure includes collecting shoes of different sorts! When we spot a pair of eye catching footwear our eyes tend to sparkle with craving. Who cares if you have put on weight during winter, a shoe will always fit!!

 Let’s take a peek at the hottest shoe trends for  Spring/Summer 2012...

Beauty & The Olive Oil!

Olive oil is one of the most nourishing oils, it can be used in so many different ways for different purposes. I use it on my hair, body and eyes. 

Keep reading on to find out how...

BEWARE: Spot Fake MAC Products!

This is going to be a seriously long, but hopefully helpful post. Clearly, there are lots of people who attempt to buy MAC cosmetics from eBay. This is a mistake. Yes, there are sellers who sell authentic MAC, but that’s like trying to find a needle in a haystack. 

Once upon a time, it was actually safer to buy MAC items from eBay…it wasn’t as easy as it is now to buy a total fake. It happened, but not as frequently as it does now. In fact, nowadays you’re 10x’s more likely to purchase a counterfeit item, than a real one. If I could physically show you what’s wrong with the fakes on eBay, I would. But I’m going to try my best to explain to you what to look for. 

You must read on!!

My NYE Dress Arrived Today!

Featuring a sweetheart neckline with notched detail to the front, ruffled short sleeves, ruching to the sides, fitted high waist with peplum frill and concealed zip to reverse. I just lovvved the dress when I saw it online and had to get it! The quality is great! Best thing about it is that I bought it for half price!!! So I decided to grab a pair of wedges on sale for a bargain as well :)

White Lace: Holiday/Honeymoon

 What to take on a holiday or honeymoon ? White dresses... many white dresses, Lot's of white everything!! 

I'm obsessed with lace, crochet and soft chiffon dresses. I loved Mariana Braga for Fashion Quarterly NZ summer issue. All the amazing pieces from Zimmermann, Dolce & Gabbana, Karen Walker and more .. Just so romantic, sensual & feminine ♡

The Headscarf Makes It's Comeback...

For those with a willingness to experiment and a desire to stand out from the crowd, the humble headscarf makes its return, pushing the tuban aside and taking on a casual air.  Look over all the trends for spring 2012 and those which are being carried into autumn/fall 2012 and you’ll find amongst them revivals of 1930s, 1960s and 1970s fashion. While not all of the fashion revived from each decade are compatible, the headscarf certainly is. And so 2012 provides something of a perfect opportunity for the headscarf to become fashionable yet again!!

Read more to check out some amazing styles...

Bridal Lingerie ♥

'So what lingerie should I wear on the night?' asked a bride-to-be...

From Victoria's Secret to the luxurious ultra sexy Agent Provocateur, these Bridal Lingerie will definitely leave a lasting memory! ♥

AMAZING Editorial Photoshoot

This was such a fun shoot to do! I created three looks..  The first was a strong black eyeliner which was the base that I worked off. All the looks were done on the spot with no inspiration pictures. It was all touch and go. I worked extremely fast, usually I am more prepared and delicate with lines and much more perfect.. yet this look was like art.. very fast, creative and just an unbelievable experience for myself. 

Read on to see the raw pictures I clicked from my phone... unfortunately its very bad quality

Photoshoot Of The Week: Day 3

We had another early morning start to finish off the Spring/Summer 2012 collection. I was sad that it was coming to an end.. Once again makeup was kept uniform with only some tweeks in lip and cheek colour. The face again, doll like and very porcelain. The lips went from burnt brown/peach to tangerine through the shoot. Hair was the biggest change.. A very high voluminous bun that was kept very slick, feminine, elegant and elongated the already extremely tall models! 

Here are the raw photos I clicked today...

Photoshoot of the Week: Day 2

What a day! It was day two of Wanni Spring/Summer 2012 collection. Our day started at 8am with the beautiful models & designer. Makeup was once again was very sophisticated, fresh, and had an emphasis on porcelain skin and doll eyes. We wanted to create a contrast with the two gorgeous models and decided to have one up-do and one down. I set both girls hair in rollers, to give it maximum volume and hold. I also pin curled the ends to achieve gorgeous curls to last as we were outdoor on location. We kept Veronica's up-do the same throughout as it gave a very strong seductiveness look to her... I changed Rosie's look three times to suit the different looks. It was an unbelieveable day! We had great weather, an amazing photographer, fabulous location, expensive clothing and I had two beauties to work my magic on!

I honestly cannot wait to showcase the collection taken by amazing photographer Amy Nelson-Blain! It is just beyond mind-boggling!!

Read more to see some raw pictures I took of today and learn how to get the look... 

Hair How To: Bouncy Blow Dry

Hands down.. this has to be one of my favourite looks for hair down. Its voluminous, soft, feminine and very sexy in a elegant way.. 

At D&G's farewell show, the hypnotically bright collection was glued together with free flowing, blow dried hair. But while blow dries advertise themselves to be easy-to-achieve, it's actually quite tricky and it’s important to get the optimum bounce in the roots and ensure the soft waves frame the face.

Here's how to get it right...

I N L O V E...

Zuhair Murad

It was love at first sight.. the moment I met you, sparks flew and brought us closer together..

Barely a minute goes by, without me thinking, is this too good to be true...

I pinch myself from time to time, just to make sure i am not dreaming and not hallucinating all this...

between you and I..

... I LOVE YOU SSSHHHH X

Tiffany & Co. Holiday Ad Campaign 2011

Founded in 1837 in New York, Tiffany & Co. have been providing magnificent diamonds all around the world. What's a wedding without "THE RING" first...

Tiffany & Co. holiday advertisement campaign 2011 is simply Magical!! It features the lovely Laetitia Casta and actor Lee Pace, a glamorous celebration of the holidays and true love as photographed by Peter Lindbergh. As you can see from the beautiful video below, it’s so aspirational and romantic which is what their brand is about and it makes me want to get on a plane and hit NYC and wander through the snow holding hands being in love! Ahhh it's just so beautiful and romantic...

Foundation Series: Dry/Mature Skin

With so many options available, which is the best foundation for dry/sensitive/mature skin? I’ve found a few excellent foundations over the years. These formulas fit the bill with beneficial ingredients that will moisturize your skin all day. There is a mixture of light, medium and full coverage to suit different needs. Seek out foundations with natural oils and humectants (moisturizers) imbedded within the formula when choosing. It’s also best to choose a cream, liquid or gel foundation, since powders can dry the skin even more. One important thing to note is steer clear of mineral oil. It will clog your pores, and your skin will not be able to release toxins. It really is the worst ingredient so make sure to look out for it! 

Here are my favourite foundations that have been tried and tested;

Wedding Bells: Ines Di Santo

INES DI SANTO - 'Born in Italy and educated all over Europe and South America, Ines Di Santo is recognized as a leading designer of evening and bridal couture.' 

After spending my whole weekend doing bridals.. I couldn't help but get inspired & had to post up some beautiful designs... I just love the Spring Summer 2011 Ad campaign for Ines Di Santo. The bridal gowns are ultra slim fit, feminine and just GORGEOUS!!

Photoshoot Of The Week: Day 1

So this is what has been keeping me busy this week... Here are some raw pictures of the makeup for the outdoor photoshoot. It was an amazing day, after weeks of Sydney rain the sky opened up to us and we had blue skies! The main concept of the makeup was porcelain skin very doll like with a very soft, feminine & sensual overall look! The outcome was just amazing! These pictures did it no justice! I cannot wait to share the professional pics with all of you!! Keep a lookout for this amazing collection! 

New MAC Makeup Line: Daphne Guinness

Daphne's MAC line is inspired by everything from "the whispered luxury of an antique Chinese porcelain vase," a breathy press release reads, to butterfly wings and even pigeon's blood. The collection includes multifunctional pigment powders, lip glosses, eye pencils, blushes, and nail polishes, and professes to be for anyone "unafraid to dirty her well-manicured hands" — just like Daphne, who worked on the collection for weeks, personally mixing her chosen colours and hues. This is a great idea for Christmas to make any girl smile from ear-to-ear.

Hello My Gorgeous Readers..

Hi loves! I've missed you all!! I've been having photo shoots 2 days in a row and I'll be at another one tommorow.. So I haven't had a chance to post anything new..I'm sorry.. I hope you are all enjoying your day/night and just know I will be back in force with many photos in the next few days... Lots of Love, Hugs & Kisses...

They Spoke to Me...

Review: MAC Face & Body Foundation

I have been getting a lot of questions about this foundation since I mentioned it in my Summer Tips post, and now I'm finally going to tell you why I love this foundation in depth!

M.A.C Limited Edition Viva Glam Lipsticks and Bag!

Today's Photoshoot: Uber sexy 60's Bombshell

Arched brows, eyes lined like a 60’s bombshell & lips with a subtle hint of pink, the perfect look for The Blonds’ signature uber-glamorous style! This look is right up my alley, I love strong feline eyes!! For today's photo-shoot the designer is wanting to achieve a similar look. I will be using the main elements but incorporating a twist to keep it unique and fresh.

Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 2012

The makeup at Jean Paul Gaultier was so glamorous! The focal point of the look is the glossy, bright red lip courtesy of MAC’s Pro Longwear Lipstick in Lasting Lust. When the lips, and curly hair style encounter exotic streets of Paris, retro-style tattoo, piercing, unexpected cooperation between the two has a tacit agreement. 

Get JLo's glowy skin: Scott Barnes Body Bling

What is it?

Scott Barnes is a celebrity makeup artist with a client list to drool over. He has made up the faces of Beyonce, Kate Hudson, Kim Kardashian, Gwenyth Paltrow, and Celine Dion. Barnes is most known for being Jennifer Lopez’s makeup artist for over 11 years, and he is solely responsible for her signature “glow.” Lucky for us, Scott Barnes has created a shimmering body moisturizer to gives everyone the opportunity to look sunkissed and red carpet ready like the stars!

Spring 2012 makeup trends you can wear now

*AMAZING* Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2012

There are fashion shows and then there are the fleeting masterpieces put on by the house of Alexander McQueen! View the amazing collection below..

Get The Look: Green Smoke

In my opinion,  no brown-eyed girl should be without a good green product for the eyes. So when I saw my client Aveey the first thing I noticed was her beautiful tan skin-tone! I just knew that the green smokey eye would pop against the warmth of her skin...

Get the Look:

MAC offer ends this Sunday, 27/11

MAC Eyeshadow Palettes- Colours

Here are the other palettes I have of MAC eye-shadows.. Enjoy!!

Vogue Germany - Dec 2011

Eastern Oriental inspired, Karlie Kloss day dreams in Nina Ricci, Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren Collection, Gucci, Alexander McQueen, Prada, Chloé, Chanel and more for VOGUE Germany November 2011 Issue

I love the dreamy photography by Alexi Lumbomirski.

Turkey Walks It's Way To New Longest Catwalk Record

Turkey sashayed its way to the title for the world's longest catwalk. The new benchmark, which was set at The Kent Park Shopping Mall in Ankara, saw a fashion parade take place on a walkway measuring 2.69km 17.5 cm.

50 People One Question: To Wake Up

“If you could wake up ANYWHERE tomorrow morning, where would you be?”

Makeup Minimalism - Derek Lam Spring/Summer 2012

Derek Lam’s Spring 2012 show was all about minimalism. The inspiration for his collection primarily drew from the open dessert landscapes of Richard Neutra’s Kaufmann House in Palm Springs. Estée Lauder’s Creative Makeup Director Tom Pecheux was in charge of making sure this minimalistic approach came across in the makeup as well.

Photo Of The Week

Here is another look I created for fashion designer Wanni. This look showcases the move from bold lips to bold cheeks in Spring/Summer 2012. Once again exaggerated blush will be seen on the runways...

Lippin' La Vida Loca: First look at Nicki Minaj and Ricky Martin's MAC Viva Glam lipstick campaign

When Puerto-Rican booty-shaker, Ricky Martin, was chosen alongside lipstick loving rapper, Nicki Minaj, to become the new face of Mac Viva Glam 2012, the union caught attention because of its unlikelihood. Now, a first impression of the new lipstick campaign shows the duo looking perfectly matched - playful pop colours and perky poses to boot.

Turn Up The Glamour This Party Season: Modern Smokey Eye

So how can you make yourself stand out above the rest this party season? With beautiful, flawless makeup. The smokey eye had been a mainstay for a few years now, having become so popular that we are including the more subtle "daytime smokey eye" now, so we can wear it day and night! A modern approach to the traditional smokey eye is creating more balance between the eye makeup and the lips. Keeping the face well-balanced and lips nude is key to this look! 

I Couldn't Help Myself...

So, I was browsing around just telling myself I will only swatch a few items and buy the products I needed for my clients. That didn't last long! I ended up buying some items for myself and had to share!

My Favourite Nail polishes - ZOYA

I have fallen in love with Zoya polishes. Zoya is a company with a goal of bringing safe and healthy products to their customers. All of their nail polishes are eco & vegan friendly, free of toluene, formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate, and camphor. Chemicals which can cause cancer and birth defects! All this, and over 300 colours to choose from! The colours are vibrant, very true to the bottle colour and keeps its shine. The consistency is a bit thinner than your classic polish, but it doesn't affect it's quality. The coverage is even, it's not lumpy, doesn't chip and looks.. well, polished! I find that my Zoya polishes definitely rival OPI and Essie my 2 other favourites!

Here are my favourites: 

My Favourite MAC Eyeshadows - Nuetrals

Versace for H&M Winter 2011

To officially launch it's Versace for H&M collection, Donatella Versace and H&M hosted a fashion show followed by a party at Pier 57, Newyork last Friday night. The event was described as "possibly grander than any fashion show, ever". Donatella served up a greatest hits mix of iconic pieces from the brand's history. The collection represented the very best of Italian high fashion at a price everyone can afford. The event was attended by the likes of Jessica Alba, Blake Lively, Uma Thurman, Chace Craword, Jennifer Hudson and Linda Evangelista, who confessed to having tried on the pieces. Merging runway show, pop-up shop and explosive concert into one evening, the crowd was definitely wowed. With an all star cast featuring the one and only Natasha Poly, Lindsey Wixon and Daphne Groeneveld, plus an electric set by Nicki Minaj and Prince it was a night to remember. 

Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2011

This year at the Victoria's Secret 2011 Fashion Show, the Angels were brought back to reality with relatively toned-down makeup and less shimmer...

Photo of the Week

Here is a modern spin on a 1960's mod look I created at a photo shoot for an amazing fashion designer Wanni! 

Get the Look - Kim Kardashian

So, I get asked a lot. "Fatima I want that Kim K smokey eye" My client wanted just that for her engagement! She wanted a softer version with lots of lashes! Here is the final look unedited...

Zuhair Murad - Paris Couture Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2011-12

In the dial-up internet and slower computers days... I stumbled across one of Zuhair Murad's wedding dresses and FELL IN LOVE! I stayed up all night patiently waiting minutes for each picture to load just so I could keep dreaming. It's been about 10 years since then yet my love affair with Zuhair Murad has only grown! He definitely would have to be my most loved designer! 

'la Muraille de Soi' is the name of Zuhair Murad's latest collection for Fall/Winter 2011-12. Once again the Lebanese designer stunned the crowd with his beautiful and extravagant outfits. His new collection incorporated gorgeous flowy and silky materials with sequence, rhinestones and glittery detail - his trademark. Yet, I could pick up some new influences. The most common is the bow that defines the waistline.

Foundation Series: Oily and/or Acne Prone Skin

For all you oily skin/acne prone girls out there your first and most important step is:  a good skin care routine that you follow religiously! You cannot fix a problem by masking it, so if you have acne get it sorted. If you have pimples, its probably because you skin is being irritated by the chemicals you are putting on your face. Become more aware and start reading labels and know what your putting on your face.

Some important tips: