Hair trend: Half up half down

Celebrity Hair Inspo

Big waves pump up the glamour.

Braids will give your style a little more edge.

How do you do half up half down?

Tash xx

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How to: Transition your wardrobe from winter to spring

As I walk through Pitt St Mall in the Sydney CBD I can't help but gaze in awe at the beautiful shop windows donned with clothing of colourful hues and breezy, light-weight fabric. But then I catch a glimpse of myself in the window reflection and realise I'm still wearing all black and almost totally covered up.

Ahh, the end of winter in Australia. Shops start stocking spring clothing, yet the weather isn't really calling for it. You try and reason with yourself by saying, "well when you're in the sun it's nice", and although that may be true, if you work, commute or are generally not always outside, then that reason doesn't really apply. But if you are anything like me and by this point you are completely over the cold weather and throwing on layers upon layers of clothing, then you can begin transitioning into spring clothing and dodge the chill-factor at the same time.

TOP TIPS ON TRANSITIONING YOUR CLOTHING FROM WINTER TO SPRING
1. Colour - Start wearing the popular hues of the season like blush pink, white, baby blue, yellow... any colour you enjoy wearing, really. Just getting out of dark colours will make you feel better and assure you that warm weather isn't too far away.

2. Scarves - The perfect accessory for in-between weather. A long, light-weight scarf can be draped effortlessly around your neck when the sun is out, and then tightened up nice and snug when the temp drops.

3. (P)leather - Those black leather pants and skirt you have? Pair them with a white top, blazer and a colourful scarf and you are good to go.

4. Lace - Lace skirts are everywhere at the moment, especially knee-length ones. They are perfect because you can still wear your ankle boots with socks and keep your feet warm. Yay!

5. Prints - Geometric, florals, stripes; whatever print you go for you will immediately feel more summery.

6. Jackets - Put away your puffer and wool coat and bring out your denim jacket and blazers. You'll be using these from now until Autumn.

7. Ankle boots - Dresses, skirts, pants, tights, pair them with anything from now until the end of Spring.

I hope these tips will help you get out of that winter-funk and prepare you for spring. Be positive; warmer weather isn't far away.

Tash xx

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You know you're addicted to the Kim Kardashian: Hollywood game when...

So if you are a Kardashian fan like myself (...yes, it is true) there's no doubt you have begun playing Kim's new iPhone game and possibly be contributing to the hundreds of millions of dollars the new mum will be making from it. So if you can relate to the list below, you are under the KK spell...

1. You play constantly. At work, at school, you are always playing.

2. You spend your real hard-earned money on buying fake money, or K coins or energy.

3. The moment you discovered you needed to have an internet connection to play was heartbreaking.

4. You get annoyed when you're not dressed well enough and you don't get that bonus star at a photo shoot or on a date.

5. You wish life was as easy as it is in the game.

6. You spend $650 on a vintage wine at Oak in Soho when on a date because you know it will give you a lot of love hearts.

7. You connected the game to Facebook and Game Centre so you can play with your friends and earn more stars.

8. You kinda freaked out when the game was unavailable that one time. But getting free K coins from Kim was so worth it.

9. You don't really care how many millions Kim's making from it, just as long as the game stays available.

If you have no idea what I'm talking about and think I sound a bit kray kray*, then trust me, you're one of the lucky ones. Bible!**

I wonder what will be next for Kim and her Klan? Maybe a Kendall Jenner game where you rise to the top of the high fashion world? A dating game for Khloe and Kris? A home design game for Kourtney? The opportunities are endless.

Natasha xxx
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* Kardashian for 'crazy'.
** Kardashian for 'I swear'.

ELEVEN Australia Miracle Hair Treatment: great hair, no effort

11 benefits, one product? Yes please, Hair gods! I recently started using the ELEVEN Miracle Hair Treatment and I am in love. The name of the treatment, and the whole line of products, comes from the eleven amazing benefits that the product works to give our hair:

1. Add shine, smoothness and softness 

2. Control frizz and flyaways 

3. Moisturise 

4. Strengthen fragile hair 

5. Prevent split ends 

6. Detangle and create manageability 

7. Protect against heat styling 

8. Enhance natural body 

9. Repair dry damaged hair 

10 Protect hair colour with UVA and UVB filters 

11. Prevent chlorine and sun damage

After washing your hair and towel drying, apply the treatment to your damp hair from the ends up (the ends need the most love). I have hair that is curly, thick and a frizzy at times, and I can honestly say that after applying the treatment it is detangled, smooth and looks extra shiny.

If you're not one for using a few different products to achieve beautiful locks, then at $24.95 this might just be the product for you to get that TV commercial-worthy hair. Wind machine anyone? Click here to find the stockist closest to you.

Much love to healthy hair,

Tash 

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Luxe for Less: Where to Score a Designer Bargain Online

Have you got a tight budget but a big heart for designer goodies? Keep reading for the best places to score a designer bargain from the comfort of your own home.

Modnique
Modnique is based in California, USA and provides daily deals with products up to 85% off, including womenswear, menswear, kids clothing and accessories, beauty, skincare, handbags, shoes and jewellery. Brands that you will regularly find on the site include Tiffany & Co, Louis Vuitton, Missoni, Chanel (beauty) and so many more up-market designers.  They say shipping takes 10-17 days, but it's never taken longer than a week to get to me. The best buy I've scored is a Dolce & Gabbana skirt for under $100.

MyNetSale
MyNetSale's buyers are based in Paris, France and you will regularly find brands such as Givenchy, Prada, Burberry and Gucci. Sales start at 7am each day and last for 72 hours, and as well as clothing and accessories, there's home and living sales too.

MYHABIT

MYHABIT was founded by Amazon and offers products at up to 60% off, with womens, mens and children's clothing and home wares. You can always find a designer brand on one of MYHABIT's sales. Céline sunglasses for $150? Yes please! Shipping is from the USA and can take anywhere from 2-5 days to 8-16 depending on the option you choose.

Gilt
From my shopping experience, out of all of the sites I've mentioned, Gilt is the one that offers the widest variety of designer brands. You will come across designers such as Valentino, Givenchy, Missoni, Gucci and Céline on most of the sites above, but only on Gilt have I seen Thakoon, Carolina Herrera, J.Mendel, Monique Lhuillier, Derek Lam, and, well, the list really does go on. Some items are still on the expensive side, depending on how tight your budget is, but search through their sales and you will find designer gems at great prices.

TOP TIPS

1. Sign up to their newsletters to know what sales are happening and when.

2. Most sites will let you refer your friends to gain shopping credits to use on their sales.

3. Be quick! If there's a Valentino clutch or Givenchy handbag on sale, it won't last long.

4. Don't go crazy. It's easy to get carried away, especially when you first get started with online designer bargain shopping, but you don't want buyers remorse. As Vivienne Westwood said, buy less, choose well.

Are there any other sites you recommend? Or have you scored an amazing find on one of the websites I mentioned? Let me know!

Natasha xx

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[This article also appeared on shesaid.com] 

Sensitive Skincare: Zazi Mineral Cosmetics

Finding the perfect skincare products can be tricky, especially if you have sensitive skin. Sensitive skin problems can include redness, itchiness, irritation, flakiness and acne, and these symptoms are easily intensified when the products you are applying to your face have ingredients that are way too harsh.

To be certain that your skincare regime is going to do good for your skin and not making matters worse, you should be reaching for products with natural ingredients. Australian cosmetics and skincare brand Zazi Mineral Cosmetics product's are filled with natural, gentle ingredients like Jojoba Oil, Macadamia Oil, Lavender water, Aloe Vera gel and more anti-inflamitory goodness. Below are the top Zazi skincare products for sensitive skin.

Zest Cleansing Wash, $31.82 - the essential oils and aloe vera help soothe skin and relieve sensitive skin conditions such as acne, eczema, dermatitis.

Sensitive Toner, $22.73 -  the anti-inflammatory ingredients help calm, strengthen and soothe the skin while carefully toning and preparing it for your moisturiser.

Moisturing Serum, $36.37 - gently massaging the serum onto your face and neck will stimulate collagen whilst nourishing and hydrating the skin.

Zazi Moisturising Serum

Zest Face Mask, $31.82 - beautiful ingredients such as manuka honey, jojoba oil and lavendar flower extract help brighten, cleanse and nourish sensitive and dull skin.

Visit www.zazi.com.au to learn more about their skincare and cosmetics (yep, they do makeup too!) that your sensitive skin will thank you for.

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Should you wash your jeans?

It’s that age old denim debate, should you or should you not wash your jeans. Well Levi Strauss CEO Chip Bergh has cleared that up for us. According to Bergh, you should never wash your jeans.

Instead of washing your jeans, Bergh suggests spot cleaning with a sponge or toothbrush and air drying your denim.

What are your thoughts? Are you all for not washing your jeans or do you think it’s too unhygienic?

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Red Carpet Inspiration: Wedding Gown Silhouettes

Choosing the wedding dress of your dreams should be just that, a dream, but it can get overwhelming. Before you go searching for the perfect dress two important things to remember are to be open-minded about the style that you want, and to have some sort of understanding of the different silhouettes that you are going to come across, whether in a store or on Pinterest. The celebrity red carpet is the perfect place to start looking at different silhouettes and styles that you think you might like. So we have done the hard work for you and have found beautiful red carpet dresses in the most popular bridal gown silhouettes.

1. Ball gown
The ball gown is the quintessential fairy-tale dress, the one you most probably dreamed of as a little girl, especially if you watched Disney movies. The ball gown flares out from the waist with a full skirt.

2. A-line
One of the most popular and flattering styles, A-line dresses are fitted at the bust and flare out to the ground to form a capital A shape, hence the name.

3. Modified A-line
Similar to the A-line, the 'modified' comes in as the skirt is fitted more closely to the body and gradually flares to the ground from under the hip to form the capital A shape.

4. Mermaid
Just like a mermaid's tail, a mermaid silhouette is fitted close to the body until it flares out just below the knees.

5. Trumpet (Fit & Flare)
Similar to the mermaid in shape, however the trumpet flares out a bit higher, anywhere from under the hips to mid-thigh.

6. Tea
A pretty silhouette that falls mid-calf, just like a midi skirt.

7. Mini
The mini is perfect if you are after something non-traditional and want to show off your legs.

8. Sheath
A sheath silhouette simply falls straight down the body, not fitted.

It's important to remember that not every dress that you come across will fit perfectly into one of the above silhouette categories, but what really matters is that you love how it looks and you love how you look in it.

xx

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Fashion Weekend Sydney

Sydney fashion lovers, I hope your diary is free on any day from Thursday 15 to Sunday 18 May, because Fashion Week Sydney is back for it's seventh year and it's the perfect excuse to go out with your girlfriends and enjoy a glass of bubbly whilst treating yourself to pampering sessions and amazing designer bargains.

Blogger and Stylist Margaret Zhang from Shine by Three is styling the 100 looks that we will see on the dazzling canon runway, featuring Australian designers including Jamie Ashkar, Bec & Bridge, Maurie & Eve, By Johnny and Talulah.

Oh and it's not all about the shopping, don't miss out on the amazing pampering sessions and treats from Blow Dry Bar and NP Set make overs, Glasshouse Fragrances candles for $15 and Chic Model Management scouting.

FWS is a fashion lovers ultimate weekend. For more info and to purchase tickets visit fashionweekend.com.au.

I'll see you there on the Thursday and Sunday!

Natasha xx

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Mules on My Mind | Shoe Trend

Manolo Blahnik mule

Remember those heels that Carrie Bradshaw used to clomp around the streets of New York City with? Those black leathers ones you always pass by at the op-shop, thinking they're something your older relative would wear? Well guess what, they are here and they are chic. You could say that the Mule is the ultimate style footwear accessory to be seen in, and there are so many ways to style it into your own wardrobe. See below for mule inspo and check back soon for a list of the best affordable mules, until you can afford ones that Carrie would be going for, Manolos?

 

Hey, they may not be as comfortable as a pair of Birkenstocks, but they sure do look a lot more stylish.

xx
Natasha

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Kate Moss x Topshop Collection

 

 

Kate Moss, the style icon who exudes all that is effortlessly cool has finally released her highly anticipated line with fashion giant Topshop. It’s the first time since her previous collection in 2007 that Kate has collaborated with the brand, and aren’t we glad that she has.

The collection itself is inspired by Kate’s wardrobe and personal style, and encompasses pieces from four succinct style stories - Balearic Dressing, Cocktail Hour, Pyjama Dressing and Tailoring Noir.

Balearic Dressing is a nod to the beautiful Spanish islands close to Kate’s heart, featuring dresses with beautiful Aztec-inspired embroidering and gorgeous suede and leather pieces with fringing. One thing you need to know is that this collection definitely isn’t shy of fringing, with it featuring on, maxis, minis and jackets. Fringing makes an appearance in Kate’s Cocktail Hour pieces, along with intricate beading, fluffy feathers and head-turning maxi dresses.

As the name suggests, the pieces from Tailoring Noir are very dark with hints of silver and gold glimmer that easily translate from day to night. Pyjama Dressing is a pinnacle collection of elegant nightwear, with silky co-ordinated separates so good you might even wear them out.

One look at the collection and you can envision Miss Moss in every piece, which is how you can tell that Kate was genuinely apart of the design and creation of the stunning line.

So whether it’s lunch with the girls, dancing the night away on a club dance floor or exploring different stages at a music festival, there is a piece in this collection to suit the occasion. And hey, if it’s good enough for Kate Moss…

The Kate Moss x Topshop collection is available to browse and buy online and in Topshop stores in Australia and around the world. But be quick, some pieces are already selling out, and trust me, you do not want to miss out on this beautifully eclectic collection.

Images via www.topshop.com

This article also appeared at http://shesaid.com/au/kate-moss-topshop-collection/

Have a great weekend everyone! Rug up.

Natasha xx

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Unite in White: White Shirt Styling

The simple white button-up shirt is one of the most versatile items you can have in your wardrobe because it's so easy to dress up or down. There are limitless styling opportunities as you can see from the pics above. The white shirt never goes out of style.

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BIRKENSTOCKS: Stylish or daggy?

Birkenstocks. The 'crocs' of sandal world? I hesitated writing this post as I was sure that as soon as I admitted how I felt about the birkenstock, I'd see a pair with an outfit I really like and end up buying them. But no, that won't happen (I hope not anyway). I get that relaxed, male-style dressing is popular and looks great, but the daggy-dad shoe? Fashionista's including the Olsen Twins and Alexa Chung have been seen wearing them, and so many international and Australian bloggers are loving the trend. There's just so many other shoes I'd prefer over the birkenstocks. Although the street style pics below are making me like them a tad bit more.

What are your thoughts on birkenstocks? 

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