Fashion hasn’t always encouraged self-expression. Before the youthquakers in their ready-to-wear togs became the norm, trends trickled down to the masses through the couture. In this schema designers were dictators. Today, individualism in dress is not only encouraged, it’s communicated via many channels. A mix of high and low is accepted rather than the exception, Read More →

It was Zimbabwean roots and crafts of tribe women which made Nyasha Mabhunu’s fashion collection the colourful fusion that featured at African Fashion Week London. The 23-year-old, who will graduate from Bucks New University in September, was one of more than 100 designers with connections to Africa to show their collections at Freemasons’ Hall. Nyasha said: “My Read More →

Glam up your next social gathering with these 7 makeup tips. Put on the right makeup, pretty dresses and be the cynosure of all eyes at the party.   Just like you choose different outfits for different occasions, a woman’s makeup also changes with occasion. Now if you prefer subtle makeup during office hours, you Read More →

If you’re a make-up lover, then you ought to have brushes. These brushes always come handy with blending foundation for trying the intense smokey eye look. But do you know that these make-up brushes may contain bits of make-up, oil, dirt, and lots of bacteria? It’s true and that’s why you should always clean your Read More →