Haute Couture Week Favourites

Haute couture has always been pure art for me. Looking at all those fairytale creations that take up to a few hundreds of hours to be hand-stitched and those precisely sewn details make it obvious why not everyone can do it. The purpose of collections is to show designers' incredible skills and I dare to say that among all, Karl Lagerfeld remains on the top. Chanel seems to never dissapoint me, whether it's RTW or haute couture collection. Rest your eyes on some of my favourite pieces and don't forget to share yours in the comments.

 

CHANEL

You can watch the whole show here.

 

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI

CHRISTIAN DIOR

ELIE SAAB

VALENTINO

Real Techniques Brush Set Giveaway!

I've promised a giveaway in my previous post, so here it is! I'll be giving away Real Techniques Limited Edition Duo Fiber Brush Set, which includes two of my favourite brushes. Unfortunatelly the giveaway is for Slovenian citizens only, but I promise I'll make an international one very soon too :)

Kot obljubljeno v včerajšnji objavi, sem za vas pripravila nagradno igro, v kateri bom v sodelovanju z Mojo drogerijo podarila set čopičev. Pri izbiri nagrade sem se odločila za Real Techniques Duo Fiber Brush Set iz omejene kolekcije, ki ga imam tudi sama in sem nad njim več kot navdušena. Prepričana sem, da bo enakega mnenja tudi nagrajenka! :)

 

 

Set vsebuje:

• Duofiber Face Brush: čopič za obraz, namenjen enakomernemu nanosu podlage ali rdečila

• Duofiber Contour Brush: čopič za senčenje obraza ali nanos osvetljevalca

• Duofiber Eye Brush: čopič za senčenje oči

Čopiči so izdelani iz dvojnih sintetičnih ščetin in primerni za uporabo tekočih in kremnih izdelkov ali izdelkov v prahu. Njihova mehkost omogoča izredno natančen nanos, ki ga je mogoče enakomerno nadgraditi in s tem ustvariti bolj dramatičen izgled. Kot rečeno imam komplet tudi sama in brez njega moje vsakodnevno ličenje takorekoč ni več mogoče. Običajno po nanosu tekočega pudra najprej uporabim čopič za senčenje obraza, s katerim nanesem temnejši puder v kamnu pod ličnice in ob straneh nosu, nato pa uporabim največji čopič, s katerim nanesem rdečilo v kamnu in ga za večji efekt včasih tudi nadgradim z večkratnim nanosom. Čopič za oči običajno uporabim po tem, ko na veke nanesem osnovne barve, nato pa z njegovo pomočjo zabrišem meje med njimi.

Zdaj pa nazaj k nagradi. Pogoji za sodelovanje v nagradni igri so več kot preprosti! :) Če želiš sodelovati, enostavno sledi korakom v spodnjem okencu. Vso srečo!

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Nagradna igra traja od 28. 1. 2015 do 8. 2. 2015 do 00:00. Nagrajenka bo izbrana naključno preko aplikacije Random.org in objavljena 9. 2. 2015 na blogu in kontaktirana preko emaila.

Nagradna igra je končana in srečna izžrebanka, ki prejme set čopičev je.. SIMONA RIBIČ! Vse ostale, ki vam žreb tokrat ni bil naklonjen, pa lahko set še zmeraj naročite tukaj. Hvala za sodelovanje!

Top 5 Makeup Brushes

Everyone has their obsessions. You already now I'm crazy about bags, but when it comes to makeup, I go crazy about brushes. I bet some of you can identify with me. I don't know what is it about them that makes me so excited.. maybe it's because of the miracles they make. I mean, does anyone even still uses their hands to apply foundation? I don't think so. Brushes make wonders and you can never have enough of them. Period. Over the last couple of years I've tried many and came to a conclusion that these are my top 5 brushes that I use on a daily basis and cannot live without.

1. MAC ROUND BLENDING BRUSH

This is my holy grail of eye brushes. It's perfect for evenly applying eyeshadow across the lid, softening the lines and blending color into the crease. It has medium soft bristles that are shaped in a perfect dome and its pointed tip allows you a bit more precision. This is definitely my go-to everyday brush, that I use for applying and blending color into the crease.

Price: 22.50 $ (buy it here)

2. REAL TECHNIQUES DUO-FIBER FACE BRUSH

This duo-fiber brush comes in Limited Edition Duo Fiber Collection. Its tapered synthetic bristles are perfect for building color from light to dense and creating that air-brushed finish. It can be used for lightweight application of loose powder or blush. I love its soft bristles that give the perfect results. I usually use it for applying blush on my cheeks, but it also works well for finishing the look with loose powder.

Price: 19.99 $ for a set (buy it here)

3. REAL TECHNIQUES DUO-FIBER CONTOUR BRUSH

I've been looking for a good contour brush for so long and then finally found this one from the duo fiber set. It's great for contouring and sculpting cheekbones and its duo-fibers allow you to slowly build color from light to dense. It works perfectly with liquid or powder products. Sheer light fibers at the top pick up makeup and dense dark fibers help you to blend evenly.

Price: 19.99 $ for a set (buy it here)

4. MAC 208 ANGLED BROW BRUSH

They say eyebrows are a frame of the face, so it's important to put them in a perfect shape. You cannot do it better than with Mac's brow brush. It has a precise angled tip and is designed to be used to define, line or fill brows with the great precision. You can use it with powders or creams and even for lining the upper lash line with gel eyeliner, since flat angled brush makes it very easy to control the line you want to create.

Price: 24 $ (buy it here)

5. SIGMA F80 FLAT KABUKI BRUSH

If you're still applying foundation on your face with hands, you should really consider stop doing it right now and use kabuki brush instead. This brush makes miracles and creates even, airbrushed base on your face. It has a flat top with densely packed fibers that are perfect for applying lyquid or cream foundation. I use it on a daily basis and can't imagine applying my liquid foundation without it.

Price: 24 $ (buy it here)

Now tell me, are any of these brushes YOUR favorite too? What's the one brush you can't live without? I can't wait to hear your thoughs!

How to Successfully Shop Sales

Winter sales are in a full swing and products are seducing us with reduced prices. I know that can be very tempting and make you buy everythiiing, but it's important not to lose your judgment and be blinded by low prices. To avoid ending up with a pile of things you don't really need, here is some advice to keep in mind when shopping on sales:

MAKE A PLAN (AND STICK TO IT)
Don't rush into sales, but make a plan. The best way to go shopping on sales is in the morning during the week, when there's not a lot of people. Make sure you're in a good mood and dress properly. If you're buying a skirt that will go with the blouse you already have, don't forget to take it with you. Freshly washed hair and nice makeup also helps - you'll feel good and most likely find the item you're looking for. Also write down all the things you need and even more important - stick to it!

THINK BEFORE YOU BUY
We can easily get carried away by seeing all those things with reduced prices. Then we usually end up buying stuff we don't need at all. So remember to only buy things that are written on your list and that you really need. I have this "Love at the first sight" rule which basically means that if I don't fall in love with specific item the minute I try it on, I don't buy it.

 

INVEST IN TIMELESS PIECES

Rather buy one high-quality product than many cheaper ones. Sales are especially good for buying expensive designer pieces that you had previously seen and otherwise can't afford. It's better to invest a little more money in the piece that you really like rather than spend less money on cheap clothes that you won't wear very often.

DOUBLE CHECK THE ITEM
Always make sure that the thing you're buying isn't damaged, because usually things bought on sale can't be returned.

SHOP ONLINE
If you repel long queues at the cashiers, you can still shop online. Even if you don't like the item later, most online retailers offer the possibility of returning purchased products, so there is no reason for concern that something wouldn't be the right size or wouldn't suit you. You can easily return your purchase. (Pssst, Asos and Net-a-porter have a huge sales up to 70% off!)

ASK QUESTIONS
Here are some questions to ask yourself before buying a product (and help you avoid failed purchases):

• Is this item on my 'to buy' list?

• Would I buy this item even if it wasn't on sale?

• Does it fit me good?

• What can I wear it with?

• Will I wear it more than once?

If you answer all these questions positive, then BUY it! :)

I hope you find this article helpful. Now tell me, do you go to sales or prefer shopping online? What do you usually buy? I can't wait to hear your thoughts in the comments! Xo

Photos shot in Max&Co. store

Best and Worst of the 2015 Golden Globes

The award season has officially started, which means a lot of hard work for fashion police. I've reviewed all the red carpet looks from the Golden Globes and came to a (sad) conclusion that unfortunatelly there weren't any huge fails this time. I guess big competition among actresses made them step up their outfit game. It's not just about receiving the golden globe anymore, it's about getting the "best dressed" award.

I was so excited to see (well, not really in person, but photos count, right?) actresses from some of my (many) favourite TV shows! Let's take a look at the outfits of the Girls cast.

Allison Williams in Armani Prive (10/10): When I first saw Allison's look I knew I have my favourite. The dress is mindblowing and I love how she styled it with minimalistic jewelry and soft vawes which give her that old Hollywood glamour. Just perfect!

Jemima Kirke in Rosie Assoulin (4/10): As much as I like Allison's look, I dislike Jemima's. She appears as she's going to audition for the next Star Wars. Now I know some may say she has that special quirky kind of style, but I feel like she could express it differently.

Lena Dunham in Zac Posen (8/10): Well, it's refreshing to see Lena all glamed up or generaly in clothes, since in the show she usually jumps around half naked. The dress and shoes are so quirky but suit her eccentric style perfectly. And I like her hair too.

Zosia Mamet in Zac Posen (8/10): Wow, I love Zosia's new hairstyle! It's so girly and cute and perfectly reflects her sweet, poppy personality. The soft shades of a dress compliment her light skin and haircolor. Overall she looks like a modern Disney princess.

Orange is the New Black is a show that everyone's been talking about. Now let's face it, orange will NEVER be the new black, but the show might be the next Sex and the City. I started watching it because all my friends have (gotta keep up the conversations, right?) and didn't like it at first.. but then I kept going and eventually became addicted. Seeing the cast all glamed up on the red carpet is definitely very refreshing as opposed to their typical prison uniforms.

Taylor Schilling in Ralph Lauren (6/10): As much as I'm starting to like Taylor's character in the series, I have to say that am not a fan of this outfit. I think she took the 'less is more' rule too seriously. The color is great, but I'd get rid of that keyhole cutout, add a little more jewelry and do more dramatic makeup.

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Danielle Brooks in Carmen Marc Valvo (7/10): Danielle aka 'Taystee' looked amazing in the black dress with golden details, but the first thing that caught my eye was her stunning face. Just look at her glowy skin and beautiful makeup. Good job!

Laura Prepon in Christian Siriano (5/10): Is it just me or does Laura reminds you of a Mortitia Adams? I mean, I like her in black but this dress doesn't do her any justice. From the swirled design to the nude underlay and ruffled skirt, there's just too much going on. Laura, remember - less is more!

Uzo Abuda in Randi Rahm (7/10): If you watch the show, I bet you were blown away as much as myself when you saw Uzo aka 'Crazy Eyes' on the red carpet. What a transformation! She looks ah-mazing (especaially comparing to her character in the show) and the dress compliments her figure perfectly. With slicked back locks and delicate jewelry she hit the jackpot.

Taryn Manning in Oscar de la Renta (3/10): Even though I was impressed by how good 'Pennsatucky' actually looks in 'real life', I think orange prison uniforme suits her better than this 'bin bag inspired' outfit. Proof that money can't always buy you taste.

Natasha Lyonne in Reem Acra (7/10): Love the vibrat blue color and heart-shaped neckline which nicely emphasizes her cleavage. I wish she was more original with the choice of bag though. But overall her appearance is great and contagious smile is just the cherry on the top.

Greer Grammar from Awkward in Lorena Sarbu (10/10): Greer blew me away with her fairytale princess dress, which suits her perfectly. She definitely deserves Miss Golden Globe 2015 award!

Gina Rodriguez from Jane the Virgin in Badgley Mischka (9/10): I've actually never heard of the show, but the outfit of the main actress definitely draw my attention. Even though it's a quite simple dress with fringed mermaid cut, it hit all the right notes. Who knew LBD can look so exquisite! It's not even surprising that she won the best actress in TV series award.

Julia Goldani Telles from The Affair in Carmen Marc Valvo (9/10): I can't tell you how much I love this color! Rich fabric of saphire blue hue make a perfect contrast against Julia's porcelain skin and with her dark weavy hair and berry lip she did an amazing job. But next time, someone please iron her dress.

Kerry Washington from Scandal in Mary Katrantzou (8/10): Yet another actress of my favourite TV shows. Do you watch Scandal? If you do, then you know that Kerry doesn't only have great style in real life, but also in series. I like the neckline of a dress and the combination of pink and purple textured fabric, but the thing that's throwing me off is the lenght of a dress. I think it would look better with a few extra centimeters.

Viola Davis from How to Get Away With Murder in Donna Karan Atelier (10/10): I recently started watching the show (by now you might realize that I watch way too many of them) and immediately got obsessed with it. Since there's not much of a fashion surpluses in the show, the main actress totally nailed it on the red carpet. Strapless dress made of a rich red fabric with beautiful embroidry on the sides and long trail gives her glamorous royal look.

Now tell me, do you watch any of these series? Which was your favourite red carpet look? I can't wait to read your comments! Xo