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Sunday 30 November 2014

What To Wear : Xmas Staff Parties - Day-to-Night - Women





It's the festive season - which means lots of parties , lots of events , and lots of clothes necessary. One of the hardest parties to dress for is the Staff Party - there are so many hurdles to overcome in terms of looking smart but classy, not revealing too much skin, not seeming boring - it gets further complicated at those staff parties that are day-to-night events.

I'll be tackling all kinds of Xmas parties but starting with day-to-night staff parties for women - a couple of dos and don'ts

Dos

Wear something smart and classically styled - black dress can easily take you from day- to night - wear it with a cardi for the morning part and then switch to a fur coat in the evening.

Go for understated jewellery - don't let it become a focus point

Go for toned down makeup - since this is a morning event minimal makeup will look better - keep a lippie on hand and update for the evening part though.

Dont's

Wear a micro mini skirt
You don't want to send out the message that you're looking to pull a colleague

Show off Too Much Cleavage
Same as previous :)

Wear Extremely High Heels
Don't be the tallest person at the party and do wear shoes you can spend a day in.

Show up in the morning wearing a body con dress. There might be activities to participate in - ensure you're at least somewhat comfortable.

Wear anything resembling kids clothes - you don't behave like a kid at the office - don't resemble one at the Christmas Party

I've put together a few dress that I think are great ideas for this event and a lovely faux fur jacket that you can smother yourself in at the end of the night.

staff parties xmas


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Saturday 29 November 2014

Outfit Post : Monochrome Touches




Last weekend was an eventful one - Ferramoda, Launch of the Chamber of Fashion Malta  and Malta Fashion Association, speaking lots of Italian and some food - Monday evening I was invited to a lovely dinner at Pappanis - scrumptious Italian food and I decided to go for a monochrome outfit.


I got to wear a brand new knit dress from MAX&Co. - so new that I forgot to remove the tag and left ti hanging out - ten points Caroline.It's a really versatile piece and can easily be dressed u[ or down and made to look like a completely different piece under a jacket / coloured shawl /different jewellery.










This brilliant necklace is from Coccinelle - I love how it completely dresses up an outfit.

Outfit Details : Dress : MAX&Co / Necklace, Bag : Coccinelle




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Friday 28 November 2014

Beauty Post : TRESemme Keratin Smooth 7 Days Treatment

Some time ago I reviewed the TRESemme Keratin Smooth 7 Days Shampoo & Conditioner. I was also given the heat activated treatment to trial and this is meant to give you smooth hair for 7 days.

Directions :


  • Wash hair with shampoo and conditioner
  • Apply Treatment
  • Blowdry 
  • Flat iron hair straight using straighteners (3 passes per section)
You can see the results in the picture above - I don't think I really need to explain that it worked incredibly well ... and to be honest I didn't even apply three passes with the straighteners per hair section, I mean the whole process from start to finish only took me ten minutes. Of course remember my hair is fine, anyone with thicker hair will need more time to complete this process.

Don't forget to enter my EYBROW EXTENSIONS COMPETITION
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Thursday 27 November 2014

NEWS FLASH & COMPETITION - EYEBROW EXTENSIONS in MALTA





Some exciting news EYEBROW EXTENSIONS finally in MALTA - Makeup Artist Krista Paris has undergone a certified course for eyebrow extensions and has now started offering this amazing service.

What are eyebrow extensions and Why do we need them?

Eyebrow extensions are similar to eyelash extensions - the process "involves carefully gluing individual synthetic hairs onto existing fine hairs or directly onto the skin in order to fill in gaps, add volume and extend the brow line" - note the difference between the past methods that involved attaching extensions to existing hair

Basically, whether through over plucking or through simple genetics, as women grow older they start to suffer eyebrow hair loss - traditionally the way to cover this loss up has been to either use eyebrow pencil or get a permanent tattoo done. It could also be the case that you are simply born with a part of the eyebrow missing, meaning you might have a hole on top or they are a bit too short..it could also be through having fallen as a child and needing stitches- there are countless reasons why a woman might need eyebrow extensions.

The rectifeye extensions which is the brand Krista will be using are available in 5 shades: honey-blonde, auburn, medium brown, dark brown, and black. There are also two different types of thicknesses and two curl types and of course Krista will be using her magic to be sure that each eyebrow design will also be tailored to suit the age and face shape of each individual.

As a side note - "Brow Extensions are waterproof, sweat proof, and safe for sensitive skin and last 2-3 weeks with proper care! They are perfect for any special occasion, holiday or for long-term wear by means of refills."

Check out some of her work below


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Shopping : Sneak Peek at F&F


 

F&F opens tomorrow!! The store opens at Daniel's Shopping Complex and this evening I got a sneek peek at the shop and merchandise. I'm really loving the actual shop, it's really pleasant, one of those shops you will enjoy shopping in, there's lots of space, merchandise is laid out well, there's a cool industrial interior design and music playing on the speakers.

The clothes themselves are great, the prices are pretty affordable and the quality is pretty good - my fave picks are a faux fur long black coat (right below...68 euros).. a mustard top with bell sleeves...all the pjs and slippers and the fluffy sweaters. There are a couple of boxes in some of the shots as this is literally a sneak peek before it opens whilst they were still unpacking. 




And for even more photos

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Wednesday 26 November 2014

Urban Travel : Shopping at Xmas


You may have realised that I love coats - it's a good thing that I feel very, very cold as otherwise in Malta I wouldn't get to enjoy them for that long a period. I do like a red coats, especially at Christmas time, so much fun, festive spirit and instant mood-uplifting. You also may have realised that I like faux fur since of late it's been making quite an appearance in my outfits...

Sooooo this is another episode of Urban Travel with MEXX and this time it's an outfit for a morning spent shopping around in Valletta, whilst drinking green tea and sucking lollipops ....lollipops and green tea are fast becoming my diet staples.


I love the style of this coat, it's so original, with the tucked in waist and tulip share, it's almost like a dress.





Coat from MEXX - Trainers : Laura Biagiotti (Stivaletti) (also seen here)

Photos by Kurt Paris - check out more of the urban travel collaboration with MEXX here
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Interview : Maria Grech - Venere



Maria Grech is our next Venere girl and she's actually someone I have not yet had the opportunity to work with, however she seems like a lovely girl that the audience is relating too...so here's Maria in her own words...

Describe your CHARACTER in 5 words


Fun, honest, outgoing, helpful, but sometimes a bit impatient

Describe your STYLE in 5 words

Black, safe, vintage, and bit of a tomboy, sometimes lazy but basically it really depends on my mood

How did you get into modelling?

Venere is actually my first modelling experience, I've always wanted to model but I never really believed in myself enough to try but then I thought I'd give Venere a shot and I still can’t believe I was actually chosen to be on the program wiht 8 stunning girls .


FAVOURITE Venere shoot?



When we shot this picture I was pretty nervous so I thought this will not be the greatest but after I seen the results I loved it! Hopefully I will get even better by time credit goes to


LEAST favourite Venere shoot?


I didn’t like my face it this picture need to learn a bit more how to relax my face , but hey practice makes perfect credits to

What's your biggest fashion sin?

"My biggest fashion sin is wearing heels I don’t know how to walk in."


What do you eat for breakfast?


For breakfast I mostly eat yogurt or cereal


Any future modelling plans?

After Venere I will hopefully do some fashion modeling that is basically what I always wanted to do
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Tuesday 25 November 2014

Events Post : Ferramoda


Last Sunday, at the Mediterranean Conference Center, the 10th edition of Ferramoda took place - besides providing a lovely night of Fashion, the main scope of this event is to raise funds for underprivileged children in Malta. 


The evening was hosted by Joe Chetcuti and featured a number of fashion shows and designers and musical interludes including Soprano Ruth Sammut Casingena and as guest of honour the Italian singer Numa, (Emanuela Palmer who is also the wife of Dire Straits guitarist Phil Palmer) she actually launched  her new single at the event. The song is named AMORE DEL PASSATO, at Ferramoda Numa sang the song whilst, the video, directed by Giuseppe Raccioppi (Troisi Award) was played on a screen behind her (photos
below and above).




Now for the important bit - The FASHION Shows. Let's start by saying that I watched absolutely nothing since I was running around doing a million and one things backstage. Hair was set beautifully by Toni and Guy and makeup by Franks.

The first set featured local shops Trussardi Jeans 





and Luisa Spagnoli. (models from supernova)




Next up was the Spanish designer Lucia De Su, her simply wonderful designs promote African culture through her choice of textiles and patterns. (models from supernova)


FERRAGIU, a new local design house by Juliana Scerri Ferrante that feature the made in MaltItaly concept, promoting the Maltese and Italian cultures using Italian wool and silks and lace and ganutell made ​​by  Gozitan and Maltese artisans. (models from supernova)



Also featured were male suits by designer Apulian Peppino The Judice  sold at AG Italia and clothes and jewellery from Rodo. All the above shows also showcased sunglasses from K-Optics.

The finale of the evening was Italian Haute Couture designer Anton Giulio Grande: his clothes are made ​​from feathers, silk, chiffon, lace and embroidery and using Swarovski crystals. (models from supernova)








Some pre- show and during show other moments







Photos by KURT PARIS.


You can also see some backstage photos here
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Monday 24 November 2014

Family Corner : BABIES & TODDLERS @ Kiabi




Maybe it's the fact that I'm soon to become an aunt (hurrah!) that's increasing this factor, but I find that whenever I look at 'little' clothes I just want to buy everything - there's just something so cute about a little pair of shoes, a little frilly dress, a little shirt and tie and..well.. basically anything little, it's the little that does it. 

I apologise for missing last week's edition of the Family corner, too many things happened last week and I simply lost track of time - but hey you get it bright and early on a Tuesday morning.

The miniature UGG-like shoes in the first cover pic are 6.99 euros.



I think it's a must that a little girl has a fur waist coat - because I love pink (comes as a shock right?) I'd choose the pink tie-dyed one below but the black one above is equally great. Both are only 9.99 euros.


cozy, cuddliness - 19.99 euros
Who wouldn't buy their child a panda zip-up ?  - 12 euros

Some people who knew me when I was about two years old say they always seem to remember me wearing pretty dresses and swishing them about- maybe that's why when it comes to girl's clothes I tend to gravitate towards the pretty dresses. Love this one in the pic above - 14 euros.




Some more photos:





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Sunday 23 November 2014

Events : Backstage at Ferramoda



Yesterday, at Ferramoda, the designer artisan, luxury brand Ferragiu launched in Malta for the very first time. Also, showcasing at the event were designers Lucia De Su and Anton Guilio Grande. I was working backstage which means some backstage sneak moments right before the girls went out onto the catwalk. Models from supernova.
The first set of coloured photos all show clothes by Ferragiu. The second set of b&w photos all show clothes by Anton Guilio Grande. More catwalk photos of all three designers to follow soon.



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Thursday 20 November 2014

Brand Spotlight : A Look at F&F in MALTA


Soooooo F&F is opening in Malta and a lot of people are mega excited - it's a brand with brilliant prices but still focuses on style and has quite a few chic numbers. Plus it serves all the ages and sexes - their kids range has actually been popular for a while here, lots of people buy online. I had never actually been inside an F&F store so the PINK fashion show was the first time I got to actually see their clothes and inspect the quality, I'm quite impressed with the adult line, for the prices the quality and style is above what you'd expect.






This camel boyfriend coat is an instant chic label addon to any outfit, this is especially perfect for those girls a touch of extra height.





I love duffle coats and I love faux fur, this coat has both and looks so warm and cosy.




Superrrr cool sweater. Fluffy, leopard print, slash neck ...wear over jeans or leather trousers and you're good to go.





This military-inspired jackets is super 'in' right now and can be worn over EVERYTHING.



One for the men ...made with a touch of wool, this jacket is smart and stylish, love the notched lapel, and  elbow patches and of course the paisley print satin lining.



F&F opens next week at Daniel's - and is going to hit that perfect sweet spot for a mix of Christmas shopping for us and others. All Photos of PINK TIMES OF MALTA FASHION SHOW BY KURT PARIS.



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