Some Like It HOT!

Photographed by Enrique Badulescu and makeup by Sharon Dowsett, French beauty Leah de Wavrin shows us how to be BRAVE with Loud Lips, Bold Eyes and clashing colours for Summer in ELLE UK August 2012 issue.

The Last Emperor

Photographed by Miguel Reveriego and styled by Belen Antolin, the beautiful Karolina Kurkova wears amazing romantic and sensual gowns by Roberto Cavalli for VOGUE Spain July Issue - The Last Emperor.

Marie Claire China: Have your cake and eat it!

Sweet confections for the February edition of Marie Claire China, shot by Amber Gray. The pastel designs of Louis Vuitton, Prada and Jean Paul Gaultier serve as inspiration for stylist Guillaume Boulez as the duo enjoys a day of messy cake making. The models Masha P and Anna I are rocking a pastel hair by Yoichi Tomizawa and beautiful makeup! I love this look.. 

Kate Moss: "Checking Out" Vogue April 2012

Photographed by the incredible Tim Walker and styled by Grace Coddington, Kate Moss is mixing vintage French gowns with modern designers Haute Couture from Chanel, Givenchy, Christian Dior, Giambattista Valli and more for the VOGUE US April 2012 - 'Checking Out' editorial.

Love the deco of Ritz Hotel in Paris ♥

MAC Chenman Collection: Spring 2012

A collaboration with Chinese fashion photographer Chen Man, this release is all wet! — as in colors for eyes, faces and cheeks that are inspired by water. It comes out in Australia next Monday!! Make sure you get your hands on the lipstick and gloss! AMAZING! I have not stopped wearing it!!! 

Read more to see close up, swatches and the range! 

Live simply, so other people can simply live...

"The clock is running, make the most of today. 

Yesterday is history, 

Tomorrow is a mystery, 

Today is a gift."

Fall 2012 Beauty Trends: Milan Fashion Week

From angels to demons — the beauty looks at Milan Fashion Week had it all. And while it may be a bit too early to tell which trends will have real staying power, one thing's for sure: there is no shortage of beauty inspiration from which to draw.

Sexy Adele: US Vogue March 2012

After picking up six Grammy Awards on February 12, Adele got all glammed up for the March 2012 cover of Vogue, in front of photography duo Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott. Everything from her makeup to hair to her pose- it all works in perfect harmony.

Read more to see the video of the shoot and the amazing shots! 

Edita Vilkeviciute: Vogue Spain March 2012

Golden Goddess – Edita Vilkeviciute glows like the sun in Greg Kadel’s sultry images taken for the March cover shoot of Vogue Spain. Garbed in glittering spring pieces from the likes of Givenchy, Balmain and Versace selected by fashion editor Havana Laffitte, Edita wows in a garden locale. Slicked back hair by Franco Gobbi and bronzed skin by makeup artist Mariel Barrera complete the blonde’s look to perfection. I absolutely love this look! Minimalism at it's best!

Karli Kloss in VOGUE Australia

The model with wet hair and scarlet lipstick in soft dresses from the spring collections of Chanel, Prada, Alexander McQueen, Miu Miu, Rodarte and Mary Katrantzou.

Mesmerising: Zuhair Murad Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2012

Entitled Casino Fever- Zuhair Murad showed a shimmering golden, white and silver couture collection. Luxurious fabrics, exquisite embroidery hand-made with a scattering of crystals. Gowns were long and flowing, though cinched in at the waist and emphasised through sequin formations. The collection is dominated by feminine silhouettes in slinky dresses with slits and open legs, as well as "mermaid" dresses. I am just in mesmerised! He has always been my favourite and never ceases to amaze me!

 For the Bride To Be that loves sophistication and uniqueness, take notes here

Power and Passion

All I can say is HOT HOT HOT!!!❤ Styled by the AMAZING Anna Dello Russo, Bianca Balti looked red HOT in Dolce & Gabbana S/S2012 for VOGUE Japan Beauty March 2012. 

How to Look Awake When You Feel Like Death: Beauty emergen-C

Full Body Quick Fixes:

Happy Valentines Day to all the Lovers! ♥

Victoria Secret Models Candice Swanepoel, Lindsay Ellingson, Adriana Lima and Lily Aldridge look red hot for the Victoria Secret Valentine’s 2012 campaign. 

Read more to see how you can get the makeup look!

Birds Of Paradise Flock Together: Backstage At Prabal Gurung Fall 2012

This season definitely feels all about eyes to me, And so far three days into New York fashion week, blues and greens are the colors of choice. Backstage, it was fascinating to see how Prabal's fall '12 collection came together, with metallic, panelled dresses, scarab jewelry, and shimmering eye makeup inspired by beetle wings, all coming together in gorgeous unison. Ahhhh I just love it!!

At the Gurung show they had a metamorphosis “from hell to heaven” theme. Tilbury designed an “Avatar-ish” eye, painting the lids, right up to the eyebrow, with creamy, geometric slashes of teal, M.A.C. Paint Pot in Delft and electric blue M.A.C. Eye Shadow in Freshwater, winging out the inner corners of the bottom lash line with rich aqua pencil, M.A.C. Technakohl Liner in Smooth Blue. Mirroring the iridescent blue/green fabrics used in the collection on the sleeves of a coat, for example, she also drew inspiration from the hypnotic mix of colours found on an exotic bird’s feather and a beetle’s shell.

“It reminds me of a butterfly,” remarked model Erjona Ala, who was standing by, awaiting a touch-up. 

Read more to start the amazing backstage journey!

Fora by Gucci: The Garden Collection

Gucci launches a new collection of fragrances under the creative director of Frida Giannini. It comes out in May 2012 and is named Flora by Gucci The Garden Collection. Keep and eye out for this baby, if its anything to go by- It's already a winner in my books.

Much Love & Peace Xx

Angelina Jolie: Throughout the Years in Vogue

Angelina Jolie is no stranger to the pages of Vogue. The actress was first featured on the cover of the magazine in April 2002, and now many years (and many children) later she's back looking more stunning than ever. See her evolution throughout the years...from brooding bad girl who snagged an Oscar to international human rights activist and larger-than-life silver screen siren.

Kim & Luisa by Pierre Dal Corso

Michael Kors Spring/Summer 2012 Campaign

Read more to see the amazing collection...

Vogue Spain February 2012 Editorial - Barbara Palvin

Barbara Palvin shows off her seductive side for Hunter & Gatti’s accessories story featured in the February issue of Vogue Spain. Wearing a wardrobe of ivory lingerie inspired pieces styled by Sara Fernandez; Barbara turns up the heat with colorful handbags, sparkling gems and sheer masks. Hair stylist Paco Garrigues’s lush curls and makeup artist Frank Garret’s smokey eyes perfect the white-hot looks.

Love that Look

I am just OBSESSED with Miranda's outfit!!! Absolutely LOVE IT! 

Read more to indulge some more!

Daphne For MAC: Available Now In Au

Fashion Trend: Stacking Jewellery

Whether it’s bands of silver and gold, woven strips, rhinestones, leather and beads, or studs - piling on an assortment of texture and sparkle is a definite trendsetting look you really can’t get wrong.

It's all about creativity, mixing'n'matching and using what you have! Old bracelets, costume, novelty and a variety of thick and thin are the key to a fabulously stacked arm - which means you can draw on whatever you have in your jewellery box and make it current!

I am obsessed with this trend at the moment so read more to see some amazing combo's

Side Part: How To Wear It Now...

The centre might be where hair sits if you want to rock a 60s or 70s vibe in 2012.. but for those looking for a part that offers up more of a fashion-forward vibe then your 2012 hairstyle is all about the side part!

Wear it left, right, up, down, wet, dry, when you’re in a hurry or taking your time… it doesn't matter. What matters is that in 2012, if you’ve got the hair to suit the styles, you move your hair part to the side.

What hairstyles does the side part work with for 2012? Read more!

In Love...

Vogue Japan February 2012 ‘Keeping The Faith’

Perfectly appropriate for the fresh beginnings that accompany a new year, this “Keeping the Faith” editorial in Vogue Japan’s February 2012 issue illustrates some of style elements the Snobettes really believe in: fun hair, sporty looks, dressy and high end all mixed into one, and of course lots and lots of accessories.

I just lovee it! Read more to see the amazing pictures!

Inside peek into Coco Chanel’s Paris apartment

And it all started on 31 Rue Cambon in Paris... Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel’s Paris apartment.

For the lady, it wasn’t just about the little black dress, the perfume or the trademark pearls, but it was in the lifestyle. The curtains in the lounge, the glassware on the dining table and the towels on the bathroom rack. 

Chanel soon became less about the tweed suit hanging in the closet and more about living the life: the Chanel life...

Versace for H&M Cruise 2012: Summer Must Haves!

Versace’s Cruise collection for H&M has colourful dresses that repeat with rows of fruit and butterflies like a hundred slot machine jackpots. The price point is, naturally, far from that of true Versace.. But those fruit machine jackpots can have all the glamour of old Hollywood, instead of new Vegas, if the styling is right.

And right it is, in this campaign of Abbey Lee Kershaw; turned bombshell blonde in classic side parted waves and red lips. Basking poolside, daytime and nighttime, Abbey Lee and her male companion are living a luxury resort lifestyle. Photographed as glimpses through the trees, it’s a lifestyle the viewer..  All at once, this campaign represents an inaccessible lifestyle that feels far away from its intended audience... but does so with product that is accessible.

                           Read more to see the sexy, fun and feminine collection and
                                                             choose your fav... 

Photo's Of The Week!

As promised 5 weeks ago... here are the pictures for the Wani Spring/Summer photoshoot. The makeup was bold, artistic and very daring! It definitely demands attention and the results were just amazing! The designer had some inspiration pictures that I took from and changed colours, shapes and tweaked it considerably to make it unique and fresh! The colours were very earthy and warm toned. Brows were kept very natural & soft and were barely filled in. 2012 trends of strong blush, bold orange lips & strong mod eye can be seen considerably. 

Read on to see the amazing pictures.. 

New Years Resolution: Lorna Jane

So to start off the new year and my quest to lose the 10kgs I have slowly put on over the past 14 months.. I had to kick start my motivation by getting some sexy gear to work out in! My hubby shouted me to a treat and I had no budget to stick to! It was only afterwards that he realised just how expensive Lorna Jane pieces can be! So let me share with you the gorgeous items I picked up.. I lovvve watermelon and blue is a complementing colour, so I decided to get multiple pieces that I could change up and wear with each other. I picked up two bottoms, 1 pair of gorgeous blue shorts and a pair of black with matching blue trim long compression tights. I then bought 4 singlets that I could wear with both bottoms, 1 long sleeve grey hoodie and a watermelon crop top and cap. All the items except for the cap are fade and shrink resistant! 

Read on to see the pictures

New Years Eve Party Makeup

My Gorgeous Client wanted to have a Leopardish eye for New Years! Nothing too bold or editorial, and more wearable. I had to really work the foundation as she had severe acne and acne scars and holes. Her skin looked amazing afterwards and she looked sexy! Her dress was more of a green based animal print so I decided to pop some green into the spots and steered away from the traditional fiery Orange-copper that I would normally use..

Read on to see more raw and unedited pictures and learn how to get the look....