Lady Gaga: I am my hair.

Lady Gaga: I am my hair

The outrageous, dare to be different Queen of Pop has always made headlines with her one off outfits (who could forget the infamous meat dress?), but has always been noticed and praised for her various hairstyles, and even went as far as dedicating a song to her very own!

Since she hit our screens in 2008 with her first brand new album "The Fame", she has rarely been out of the papers, causing excitement, music and a little controversy along the way aswell. From a classic blonde bob to a short Marilyn Monroe cut, to green, brown, pink, and white hair, she has certainly tried almost every colour going, and has even gone that little bit further by creating jaw dropping styles to match!

A personal favorite of mine has to be the blonde bow (pictured left), that she carried off so well! Not only did it look so different, it gave young women and fans worldwide a few good ideas to try out themselves!

You can insult, offend, and dislike this lady, but you cannot deny that she is true to herself, a rare find in this ever changing world!
Her looks may be outrageous and sometimes a little controversy, but she is always there, ready to take what is thrown at her, and merely smiles back!
I think that is why she has so many admirers and followers worldwide. She is not afraid to try out different styles, and has certainly become a Fashion guru for those who wish to follow in her dare to be different style!







As the Lady herself said in a recent London concert (pictured left) "Its not so hard changing the world, its as easy as changing your hair!" 

Louise Gray For Topshop

Louise Gray For Topshop

Louise Gray is the first designer to collaborate with Topshop to create a new, colourful and dazzling make up range, along with outrageously eye catching clothes!

Born and bred in Frasreburgh Scotland, Louise prides herself on her unique style. 

“Colour, textures, hand silk screened, specially developed fabrics in woven, embroidered and printed techniques."  said Louise,on her signature trend.

Her collections were a hit at London Fashion week, that Topshop were eager to snap her up fast! The collection is one not miss this Winter, as it won't last long, and you are sure to look the part day or night. 

The red, pink, orange and blue colours will certainly make you stand out from the crowd this Season. These brights colours are on trend and Miss Gray's make up is the a great touch to liven up your party outfit.

Louise has previously spoken about her admiration for women with an Indie style to them, and admires icons such as Madonna and Gwen Stefani! Taking a look at her collection, we can see how they would suit the style that Ms Gray is presenting. 


Her loud and bold clothing wear stands out in the high street store, and is sure to lift your moods on the dark Winter nights. The smiles and bright colours are sure to be a hit, and if Louise's style isnt usually your cup of tea, go and see for yourself, you may suprise yourself, as she herself says her style often changes, yours might too!

I Put a Spell on You.....

Fire Burn and Cauldron Bubble!

The nights are darker, the weather is colder and there is a certain chill in the air that can only mean one thing! Halloween has arrived! 
Autumn is officially behind us and the Winter months have crept up on us once again, as we near the month of November. The scariest holiday is here again, and everyone is in the Halloween spirit! 
Witches, Ghouls, Ghosts, and Vampires are sure be terrorising our streets this Wednesday night, and only the brave will attempt to scare them away!
Each year, Halloween becomes more of a celebration for younger children, a night where dressing up, knocking on strangers doors and eating as much candy as they can, is allowed!
And of course, scary, creepy, classic Halloween films, make it all the more exciting! 
For all you 90's kids out there, I'm sure you remember that one film, that told the legend of the Sanderson sisters who would hunt and eat young children, after being summoned by a candle at Halloween! 
Hocus Pocus! 

Hocus Pocus hit our screens in 1993, and sent shivers down our spines as the infamous Witches sang their song, spellbinding children and adults alike!
"Come little children, I'll take thee away... Into a land of enchantment..." Sang a fresh faced, young SJP, (before her SATC days)

After being dead 300 years, the Sanderson sisters are brought back to Salem, Massachusetts, after a young, and non believer lights the candle, that summons the sisters to hunt for children once more, and our story begins! Its is up to young Max, his love interest and younger sister to save the day, as the whole town is caught under their spell! 

So, whether you're out trick or treatin' or staying in to avoid what's creeping int he dark, keep a eye out for three broomsticks flying in the moonlight, and whatever you do this week, don't go lighting any old candles.... 
Happy Halloween! 





Take a look: Hocus Pocus 

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: The Importance of the first step

October 2012 has been this year's Breast Cancer Awareness month, reaching out to thousands of women in the UK and worldwide to help notice the signs and supporting them on their way to recovery. 

Last year, almost 2 million women took information from the awareness month, and 13,000 calls were made by those in need of help. 

The fact that this cancer has an awareness month stresses the importance of checking your breasts for any lumps or bumps, and contacting your local GP if you are unsure of anything you may have noticed. 

Thousands of women are diagnosed with cancer every day, and with enough support and awareness, we could soon be one step ahead by helping ourselves and others every step of the way. 

As women, we often bond together over our likes and dislikes and we pride ourselves on supporting each other through difficult times.

Female Celebrities in the public eye are often women we look up to, and when they are facing situations such as these, we realize that Breast Cancer can affect anyone, and we support each other yet again, regardless of who we are or what we do. 

In 2005, Pop Princess Kylie Minogue, then 36, was diagnosed with breast cancer, days before starting a sellout tour of her homeland Australia. 

Kylie has publicly spoken of her ordeal, from the shock, to the treatment and recovery. 

 “One important thing to know is you’re still the same person during it. You’re stripped down near zero. But it seems that most people come out at the other end feeling more like themselves than ever before. I’m more eager than ever to do what I did. I want to do everything.” - Kylie Minogue.

Kylie has since supported Breast Cancer awareness and urges women everywhere to know the importance of checking your breasts, of knowing what signs to recognize, in order to catch it as soon as you can.  

This uplifting organisation has so many inspiring events, that women from all over can compete in. From a Women only run, to PINK Fridays, a "Ride London" bicycle events, Triathlons and treks, there is something for everyone! Thousands and millions of pounds are raised each year for women who are diagnosed with breast cancer, and every single penny counts. 

Look at the website, read some information, it won't take you long, and it could be a big help!

Take a look at : http://www.breastcancercare.org.uk/

Pride and Prejudice

Genre: Novel

Pride and Prejudice-it's a classic.

Pride and Prejudice is one of those stories that you can read over and over again, but if you haven’t yet picked it up, make sure you do this winter. A classic read full of humour, wit, courage and of course love, showing us how our own prejudices can blind us to what is in front of us, or in this case, who is in front of us.

It’s a simple yet powerful love story between the stubborn Miss Bennet and the handsome Mr Darcy, and how their hatred for each other turned to affection once they realise just how alike they really are.

The proud Mr Darcy character has been modernised for 21^stcentury films and remakes of the film, making us fall in love with him over and over again, and our heroine, Elizabeth Bennet is a character we admire, and can certainly relate to, as she faces the challenges thrust upon her.

In an era where love and marriage are of the utmost importance, Jane Austen certainly makes light of the situation, allowing us to sympathise and admire our heroine just that little bit more.

And as the saying goes, it is an “oldie” but it sure is a “goodie” too. The cold winter nights will soon be upon us, so put the kettle on and curl up with a warm cup of tea as you lose yourself in this classic!

Recommend?

Yes.

Who is it for?

The hopeless romantic, the optimist, the pessimist, the stubborn ones and the ones who love a classic

Rating? 8/10

London Fashion Week: Disney style

London Fashion Week: Disney Style


Designers, Fashionistas and admirers from all over Britain will flock to the country's capital next week, as London Fashion week comes to town!

Katie Hillier and Lulu Guinness are among some of the Fashion designers that are collaborating with Disney, to create one off unique and exciting pieces of the cutest little girly character- Minnie Mouse!

Disney characters are seen everywhere, from children's clothing to adult fancy dress costumes, we still can't seem to get enough it, so why not create a Fashion collection to the infamous Disney?

Vice President of Fashion and Home for the Walt Disney Company EMEA, Marc Low, spoke of his and the company’s delight that this collection will help the famous Minnie Mouse continue to “inspire fans across the world”.

"We're thrilled to collaborate with such visionaries to create these one-off designs.” Said Mr Low. “Surpassing trends, Minnie Mouse's iconic silhouette, signature bows and polka dots always remain in style which is why she is as relevant today as the day she first appeared on the fashion scene.”

Minnie's own stylish collection will be on display at Somerset House in London, where the designers will proudly show their work, before the collection is auctioned on popular trading site, Ebay, to raise funds for the Fashion Arts Foundation.


Kicking off next week, LFW is sure to delight fans and inspire millions as it does each year, and we can't wait to see what they've got for us!

London- show us what you got!









Have a look at:   LFW website

The Baby Laundry for Unmarried mothers

The Baby Laundry for unmarried mothers

By Angela Brown

Novel based on a true story

Based on a true story, Angela Brown takes the reader through an emotional and heartbreaking story that will have you in tears from the first page!

We are taken back to the 1960’s were miniskirts are all the range, a young band from Liverpool are winning the hearts of the Nation, and a young woman, not twenty years old has found herself pregnant and unmarried.

Angela Brown was 19 when she fell pregnant, having only recently split up from her boyfriend, and raised in a Catholic home, she was sent away to give her child up for adoption.  

She endured an exhausting and hard regime in a convent run by Catholic nuns, who looked down on her and the other pregnant girls for the shame they had brought upon themselves and their families.

Angela gave birth to a healthy baby boy, but had to give him away after only 8 weeks of taking care of him, night and day. 

It is shocking to read how these new and soon to be mothers were treated in the convent. The adoption issues back in the 60's are treated with secrecy, as if it is shaming for someone to do. 

The reader is taken on the journey with Angela, as we see her try to move on with her life, up until she receives a letter from her son thirty years later.

This honest and sad story will tug at your heart strings in more ways than you think.

The best bit was:

When Angela finally saw her son again, after so many years had passed.  True stories like these, really show the strength and love a mother has for her children.

Recommend?

I think females will prefer this book, saying that, the story can relate to anyone who has had pregnancy or adoption issues in the past.

The mail online posted an article on Angela's experiences and included pictures : link