Wednesday 27 February 2013

Zara jumpsuit

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Tuesday 26 February 2013

Kardashian style

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Monday 25 February 2013

The LYF interview

I have recently made a fantastic discovery, ASOS Market Place. I know, your all thinking it’s hardly the best kept secret. But for a long time I have never ventured past ASOS itself, by the time I have trawled through their other brands (which we all know can take a while) I’m too exhausted to look.
But what a gem I have been missing. There are some fantastic one off pieces, usually vintage, which are all really affordable.


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The LYF is a Canadian Boutique which can be found on ASOS Market Place. They have a very distinctive look, one which I adore. They tend to stock a more 90’s trend. I was lucky enough to get a chat with the two co-owners Kristina Derrick & Keith Miller.
When did your interests in fashion start?
Keith - I guess I didn't know I was interested in fashion until I started hanging out with Kristina. I went through some awful fashion phases growing up; tacky shirts from Randy River, awful ill-fitting corduroy pants, went through the 'hard-core kid' phase when I was in my later teens, way too tight jeans, hard-core band tees and I even had my eyebrow pierced, my god. But once Kristina started taking me shopping it turns out I can actually wear what I like and feel comfortable in the best look for me, rather than trying to fit in to some sort of stupid mould.
Kristina - when I was 3. Probably when I started dancing, I got to put together my own outfits it was really cool. I actually don't even remember my mom dressing me, maybe once in grade 3 or 4. It was school picture day and she didn't want me to wear a headband, but I did so I hid it in my backpack and took it to school with me. When the pictures came back she flipped it was hilarious. Honestly, I can't remember a time when I wasn't interested in style. I say style not fashion on purpose. Style and clothes; those are my interests.

What made you want to start THE LYF?  
Keith - it actually wasn't completely intentional. Kristina had made herself a rad bleached denim ombre shirt and when she posted photos of it everyone was saying they wanted one and asked if they could buy one!
Kristina - it was bound to happen at some point, it felt like fate that brought The Lyf to me & you. It felt so natural and so obvious right from the very beginning. When we first realized what we could put together we didn't have to question whether or not we would do it.
When we created The Lyf it was born out of the desire to get people to be excited and think freely about the way they are able to dress themselves. Look at it from a fresh perspective.
Why did you call the business THE LYF?
Kristina - I was given a nickname at a bar, exponential, and it stuck with me over time and carried over into artistic projects. We'd thought about calling it The Life Exponential, but wanted to shorten it and still have the same spirit so we decided on simply The Lyf.
Keith - and using the y makes it cooler obviously.
When you first set up the business, what did you expect/plan for its future?
Kristina - nothing. I just wanted people to buy tee shirts from us.
Keith - I think that the reason that it has gotten to this point and we're enjoying our successes it's because we didn't expect anything. We went into it completely genuinely.
Kristina - with lots of love. It evolved naturally, here it is and it's great :) it makes sense.
If you could describe THE LYF's style in 3 words, what would they be?
Keith - dope, classy, colourful.
Kristina - far too dope.

In a paragraph describe the style and tone of THE LYF, and what it stands for?
The Lyf stands for freedom. Freedom from convention. It's about wearing clothes you love, not what you think you 'should' be wearing. It offers a fresh perspective on vintage clothing. Instead of just getting rid of your clothing (which to me is very very difficult), why don't you want to keep them forever? Why do people move on so quickly from what's in their closet instead of just being happy with everything they have. We're not talking classics either, we're talking about things that you like that expresses your personality. Things can be cute and fun even though they're not from a store on the high street. It's like we rescue our pieces from fashion hell, and hopefully (cross our fingers) give them a good home where they will be respected, as they should be.

Individually, how would you describe your style?
Keith - I don't know. I guess I don't think about it anymore, because everything I have I like now. I like graphic prints, I like all over patterns, vintage prints. I like knits a lot. My favourite colour to wear is forest green.
Kristina - Completely minimal. Sometimes I verge on looking like I completely don't care. Other times I don't feel like I'm representing hard enough. I'm like a canvas without the paint. It's more exciting because nothing is final.
What lies ahead for THE LYF? And your personal fashion career?
Kristina - I can't even think about a week from now. We're launching a pop up shop in our hometown for a few days in July, we're launching a brand new collection on The Pokey Hat, and a whole new collection on ASOS Marketplace too.
Keith - We're doing a vintage market in our hometown in March also, it's always cool to actually bring a physical collection out, having such a regular online presence.
Kristina - our fashion future is that we're going to just keep doing The Lyf.
Keith - wherever that takes us.
 
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Tuesday 5 February 2013

Foil Nails - My Favs'

Now I have avoided this craze for quite a while, in fear that I might just end up with a crumpled up foil mess on my nail. But after wanting to experiment more with my nail design, and opting out of other nail art options (can't say I'm the most talented artist) I thought this looks like the easiest option!
But I need your help!?
Which designs should I chose!




 
AND I also have a cheeky little discount code for you, visit www.millennium -nails.com/offer1 use the code company13 at the check out to receive 50% off celeb-style nail foils (this is on the 6 pack products)

I love these sets!

1) Kiss Nail Wraps - £6.49
2) Unberti Giannini Painted Lady Talons - Silver bubble Nail Wraps - £7.00
3) Nail Rocks Nail Wraps - Duck Egg- 36.65
 
 I really can't pick my favourite out of these three. The kiss nail wraps would work perfectly on a night out worn with a little black dress and animal print accessories.
The Painted Lady Talons are very nearly the front runner because I think they are quirky yet glam, yes I no, it's an unusual combo, but you could pull these off with any outfit.
I really just love the Nail Rocks product range because they are all quite urban, and contrast against most other nail prints which are out and about on shelves. I love the Duck Egg blue, although I think it would be hard to match with an outfit, who wants to be all "matchy matchy" anyway!

Hope you like these nails!
Have you every tried foil nail art? Which do you like best?

Thanks for reading
Love
Hannah
xx
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Monday 4 February 2013

Barry M Gelly High Shine

Barry M launched this line online on the 21st of September before launching into stores, Superdrug (26th) and then Boots (3rd October). It has been yet another success for Barry M.
As I have mentioned many many times before, I am a keen blog reader, and I have seen so many great reviews about this product.
 
 
I bought this product in Plum, because to my dismay I don't own any purple nail varnishes! This colour looks lovely and really diverse, so it was a no brainer for me. No picture can do this colour justice because its an very deep tone. All in all I'm so glad I waited a while until more colours were released in the line.
 
I personally think at £3.99 this is a bargain. In the image I have only applied one coat, which dries as a thick layer of colour, with really no need to apply a second.
The brush is quite narrow, which makes it super easy to apply the right amount without making too much mess! Also there are absolutely no sign of streaks or patchiness, which shows the level of quality.
 
Rates
I would rate the product 9 out of 10. Because it dries extremely quick so there is none of them dreaded chips or smudges, and the colour is full and thick! It's easy to apply, well, to be honest, I have no complaints.
An added extra is that they have a FANTASTIC range of colours. Here are my favourites!
 
 

1) Prickly Pear – a lovely shade of lilac, really light, a great colour for spring.

2) Pomegranate – a lighter shade of red, perfect for all year round.

3) Water Melon – this is a lovely teal colour, it sounds summery but is more of a spring/winter shape, but I still love it!

 
 
All these varnishes can be found online on the Barry M website or in-store at Boots and Superdrug - all £3.99
 
 
Thanks for reading my lovelies!
Hannah
xx 


 

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