Saturday 29 October 2011

TRIED&TESTED:PHILOSOPHY OXYGEN PEEL KIT

THE DETAILS:

The Oxygen Peel
What it is:
An at-home oxygen-peel kit for all skin types 

What it is formulated to do:
Detoxify, rejuvenate, and replenish your complexion with a deep "breath" of oxygen. This renewing treatment helps to counter breakouts and congestion while minimizing signs of aging and sun damage. The complexion takes on new radiance, becomes more receptive to subsequent treatments, and "breathes" in a dose of refreshment. Try this treatment if you are a fan of in-office medical peels or if you have a big event coming up that requires a stunningly luminous look.

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Synthetic Fragrances
- Petrochemicals
- Phthalates
- GMOs
- Triclosan

What else you need to know:
This product does not contain propylene glycol.

Research Results:
- Clinical results reveal 100% of participants had brighter, more radiant skin after just one application of the oxygen peel.
- 89% said their skin felt fresher after just one application of the oxygen peel.
- 85% said their skin was clearer after just three applications of the oxygen peel.


MY REVIEW:
i have been using this for over a year now (i got myself the 20 capsules pack).it says use it once a week or 3 days in a row to achieve faster results, but i use it like once a month i think!its a good product,delivers what it says!it instantly brightens your skin,i think its because of the mild bleaching effect the product has on your skin.i used it for 3 days in a row once since i bought the product.it was before some big wedding that i had to attend and it did give my skin a deep clean. i havent gone for a facial in almost 2 years i think.i rely on these diy kits like this oxygen peel and my trusted peter thomas roth.you have to keep the product on your skin for just 1-3 mins,(i like that it takes less time)and once you rinse off you can see the results. your skin is instantly brightened,feels super smooth to touch and pores are visibly smaller. what is great about this product is that its good for sensitive and acne prone skin!if used over time it even fades the acne scars.however the only problem i have with this product is the process of using it!yes ,i am a little lazy when it comes to mixing and all!i just like to take the product out of the bottle and apply it over my face!preparing  this oxygen peel is sort of like a chemistry experiment i guess!you have to break the capsule, mix the powder with lukewarm water in the small container provided,then first you have to apply this mixture and then you have to massage the oxygen foam onto the gell!the enzyme gel feels a little slimy!!!but the final verdict is that its a good product and it gives results!

VARSHI'S LOOK OF THE DAY


Yop-Zara, Colored Denims-Splash, Feather Necklace-Splash,Bag-Charles&Keith,Shoes-Aldo

Friday 28 October 2011

FASHOPEDIA: HERMES BIRKIN




The Birkin bag is a handmade purse by Hermès and named after actress and singer Jane Birkin. The bag is a symbol of wealth due to its high price and elusiveness to the public.
Its prices range from $9,000 to $150,000. Costs escalate according to the type of materials. The bags are distributed to Hermès boutiques on unpredictable schedules and in limited quantities, creating scarcity and, intended or unintended, exclusivity.



Its prices range from $9,000 to $150,000. Costs escalate according to the type of materials. The bags are distributed to Hermès boutiques on unpredictable schedules and in limited quantities, creating scarcity and, intended or unintended, exclusivity.
MODEL-SINGER JANE BIRKIN
In 1981, Hermès chief executive Jean-Louis Dumas was seated next to Jane Birkin on a flight from Paris to London. She had just placed her straw bag in the overhead compartment of her seat, but the contents fell to the ground, leaving her to scramble to replace the contents. Birkin explained to Dumas that it had been difficult to find a leather weekend bag she liked. In 1984, he created a black supple leather bag for her,based on an 1892 design. She used the bag for herself then later changed her mind. Nevertheless, the bag has since become an icon.
HERMES CEO- LATE JEAN-LOUIS DUMAS
Birkin bags are sold in a range of sizes. Each one may be made to order with different customer-chosen hides, color, and hardware fixtures. There are other individual options, such as diamond-encrusting.
  • The bag also has a variety of hides such as calf leather, ostrichcrocodile, and lizard. One of the most expensive is saltwater crocodileskin. Bags with smaller scales cost more than those with larger scales. The bag is lined with goat-skin. The color of the interior matches the exterior. Prices for the Birkin bag depend on the color, hardware fixtures, and skin.
crocodile skin
lizard skin
ostrich leather

  • Sizes are 25, 30, 35, and 40 centimeters. The 50- and 55-centimeter bags are meant for travelling. It also comes in a variety of colors such as pink, red, brown, baby blue, navy blue, orange, white, black, and golden tan.
  • The bag has a lock and keys. The keys are enclosed in a leather lanyard known as a clochette, carried by looping through a handle. The bag is locked by closing the top flaps over buckle loops, wrapping the buckle straps, or closing the lock on the front hardware. Locks and keys are number-coded. Earlier locks only bore one number on the bottom of the lock. In more recent years, Hermès has added a second number under the Hermes stamp of the lock. These numbers for locks can be the same for hundreds of locks as they are batch numbers in which the locks were made.

  • The metallic hardware (the lock, keys, buckle hardware, and base studs) are plated with gold or palladium to prevent tarnishing. Hardware is updated regularly to maintain the top quality available in the industry at time of production. The metal lock may be covered with leather as a custom option. Diamonds are another custom addition.
  • Hermès offers a "spa treatment" – a reconditioning for overly used bags.
  • A "Shooting Star" Birkin has a stamp shaped like a shooting star adjacent to the "Hermès, Paris Made in France" stamp; this is in gold or silver to match the hardware and embossing. Rarely, the stamp is blind or colorless, if the bag is made of one or two leathers on which Hermes does not use metallic stamping. Birkins or other Hermès bags can sometimes be made by independent craftsmen for "personal use" once a year. Every bag bears the stamp of the craftsperson who made the bag. These identifications vary widely but are not different for every bag made. More than one craftsman's stamp on a bag is not uncommon because the stamp is not a serial reference. Fonts and stamping orders may vary depending on the craftsman.
  • The bags are handmade in France by expert artisans. The company's signature saddle stitching, developed in the 1800s, is another distinctive feature.
    Each bag is hand-sewn, buffed, painted, and polished, taking several days to finish. An average bag is created in 48 hours. Leathers are obtained from different tanners in France, resulting in varying smells and textures. Because of the individual craftsmanship, other details of the bags may not all match. The company justifies the cost of the Birkin bag, compared to other bags, based on the meticulous craftsmanship and scarcity.
    fashionistas carrying the birkin:


marc jacobs


olivia palermo


lady gaga with her edgy birkin

hina rabbani khar 
birkin lover victoria beckham reportedly has 100 birkins!!!seriously???

 birkin on the runway


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LADY GAGA IN INDIA!


Lady Gaga is currently in New Delhi, India where she’s due to perform at the Formula One after-party as part of India’s debut on the F1 circuit.
She held a press conference at the Taj Mansingh Hotel to announce her performance wearing a Naeem Khan Resort 2012 gown.she looks divine in it, very elegant perfect outfit for india!love the way she dyed her hair to match her dress!

BVLGARI " LE GEMME RARE" COLLECTION


Le Gemme Rare
The worlds of haute joaillerie and sunglasses collide. There are just ten pairs in the world. Each one is handcrafted over a period of seven months using the world’s finest materials. Inspired by the brilliant colours of a garden in the midst of a lush full bloom, the ten models of Le Gemme Rare use the entire spectrum of sapphires, finest grade white diamonds and exquisite gold to create floral motifs along the frames and temples of our iconic sunglasses. 








Thursday 27 October 2011

HAUTE FOOD: BRUSCHETTA


Ingredients
1 Fresh Baguette
3 Medium Tomatoes
2 Tbsp finely minced red onion
1 Clove of Garlic
1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Basil
1 tsp dried oregano
3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt & Pepper (to taste)
Preparation
1) Dice tomatoes into medium size cubes. Place cubes into a medium size bowl.
2) Chop basil into small pieces, and dice garlic into very small cubes.
3) Add the remainder of the ingredients (except for the baguette) to the bowl and set aside while you prepare the bread.
4) Preheat a grille pan.
5) Slice the bread on an an angle about 1/2 to 3/4 inches thick. Cut about 8-10 slices. Drizzle with a little olive oil and grill until crispy golden / dark brown. Place bread on a serving platter and top with tomato mixture and top with fresh basil (optional)
you could also add some mozarella cheese to it and grill for a few minutes until the cheese melts!

Anna Dello Russo: The Lady Gaga of Fashion Week

we just love her!!!her accent is sooooo adorable!!!one of the true fashionistas out there!!!

LOOK BOOK: OLIVIA PALERMO

“My personal style is classic … eclectic in a way,”- Olivia Palermo
From her stint on The City to sitting front row at fashion shows, it's no question that Olivia Palermo is a budding style icon. The doe-eyed, fresh faced beauty looks chic as ever and is a master at mixing high street with high fashion.from valentino couture to topshop dresses, she wears them all with ease!Whether she's being photographed in the streets of NYC or mingling with editors at a show, she always seems to stand out from the rest. and it doesnt hurt that she is oh so pretty and has an enviable wardrobe!we just love love love her style some of our favorite looks!
















 Olivia Palermo on her favourite trends and inspirations…
What is your inspiration for your style?
I don’t really have inspiration but I love classic fashion icons like Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly, Jane Birkin, Jackie O. I also love mix and match. Even though I’m sure you never really see me in bright dresses, I always add a pop of colors with the shoes, necklaces or bags.
Sum up your style in 5 words
classic chic with a edgy twist (oops, that’s not five :p)
Who are your favourite designers?
I love Hermes, Anya Hindmarch, Matthew Williamson, D&G, DVF, Valentino, Alexander McQueen, Christian Louboutin


VARSHI'S LOOK OF THE DAY

Dress- Reiss, Bag-Aldo, Shoes-Forever21

MAGNETIC NAIL POLISH!!!


Nails Inc.have upped the nail art ante with the introduction of its super-cool Magnetic Polish—a set of three nail colors ($30 at Sephora) that are imbued with metallic particles which respond and move when held near magnets.

So here’s how it works: apply your base and first coat. Then, after applying a second coat, before it dries, hold the magnetized nail polish bottlecap over your fingernail for 10 to 15 seconds. The magnet will shift the metallic particles in the polish to create this gorgeous 3D wave effect. Experiment with different angles to create new looks.
Nails Inc.’s Magnetic Polish comes in three different shades: “Big Ben,” a metallic gold; “Trafalgar Square,” a metallic silver; and “Houses of Parliament,” a metallic purple. They’re priced at $16 or $30 for the set exclusively at Sephora.

CHECK THE VIDEO BELOW FOR A TUTORIAL!!!