Empress of Fashion

Diana Vreeland (1903 – 1989), Empress of fashion, taste and style, was one of the most influential figures in the history of fashion.  Longtime editor of Harper’s Bazaar, then Vogue she followed up by being consultant to The Costume Institute Metropolitan Museum of Art. Her individual style drew fashion photographers, keen to portray her unique...
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A triple act cleanser

Dior Hydra Life 3-in-1 Makeup Remover is exactly that, a triple act cleanser which cleanses, soothes and beautifies the skin, effortlessly removing heavy makeup of all kinds, without leaving an oily residue. This Dior product is one of our top picks for makeup removal.  It’s high content of active ingredients is gentle on sensitive skin...
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A Paris pit stop – Galeries Lafayette

The flagship store of Galeries Lafayette on Boulevard Haussmann in the 9th Arrondissement of Paris is   sheer heaven for shopping and second only to the Eiffel Tower as the most visited monument in Paris. Opened in 1912 it’s art nouveau design includes a breathtaking glass dome (43m high) that floods golden light into the...
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Perfect for a quick fix

Finding the right solution for a split or broken nail between manicures is often tricky.  Whilst nothing can be guaranteed to hold up indefinitely, Ultra Quick Nail Glue by Nailene is one to put on your list.   You can find it just about anywhere that sells nail care.   It’s affordable, boasts salon quality and is...
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WFH – switching the rules

Comfort is key to working-from-home, just ask the fashion doyenne, Anna Wintour, who has recently discovered what we have always known, you can wear track pants and still look stylish. The Vogue Editor-in-Chief has long denounced tracksuit bottoms, and she was not alone – Karl Lagefeld famously suggested that ‘Sweat pants are a sign of defeat’....
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