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The Ultimate Beauty Awards CEWUK 2012

by Gabrielle on May 2, 2012

This is the Ultimate Beauty Awards Industry insiders and beauticians test all the products and then give their verdict on their favourite new and all time beauty products. My favourites here are L’Occitane l’Immortelle range which is truly superb and their wonderful hand cream. I love Molton Brown, Liz Earle all products! Neils Yard make superb skin creams, I love Chanel make-up Manuka Doctor do bee sting products which I have been using and really like as well. All of these products come recommended so try for yourself.

CEW (UK) 2012 BEAUTY AWARDS – WINNERS

MASS CATEGORIES:

1) Best New Bath and Body Product – Mass

Burt’s Bees – Honey & Shea Sugar Scrub

2) Best New Haircare/Styling/Colouring Product – Mass

Batiste Dry Shampoo – XXL Volume

3) Best New Everyday Facial Skincare Product – Mass

Olay – Regenerist Night Renewal Elixir

4) Best New Skincare Treatment Product –Mass

CARMEX – Moisture Plus

5) Best New Make-up Product – Face – Mass

Bourjois – Healthy Mix Serum

6) Best New Make-up Product – Eyes or Lips – Mass

Bourjois – Intense Eyeshadow

7) Best Classic Beauty Product – Mass

Aussie – 3 Minute Miracle Reconstructor

Best New Men’s Grooming Product – Mass

The Real Shaving Company – Advanced SPF15 Moisturiser

9) Best New Brand – Mass

Manuka Doctor

PRESTIGE CATEGORIES:

10) Best New Bath and Body Product – Prestige

Balance Me – Rose Otto Body Cream

11) Best New Haircare/Styling Product –Prestige

Kérastase – Elixir Ultime

12) Best New Everyday Facial Skincare Product – Prestige

Eve Lom – Eve Lom Eye Cream

13) Best New Skincare Treatment Product – Prestige

Eve Lom – Eve Lom Hydration Serum

14) Best New Make-up Product – Face – Prestige

Clinique – Repairwear Laser Focus All-Smooth Makeup SPF15

15) Best New Make-up Product – Eyes or Lips – Prestige

Chanel – Illusion d’Ombre Long Wear Luminous Eyeshadow

16) Best Classic Beauty Product – Prestige

Elizabeth Arden – Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant

17) Best New Women’s Fragrance – Prestige

Marc Jacobs – Daisy Eau So Fresh EDT

18) Best New Men’s Fragrance – Prestige

Hugo Boss – Boss Orange Man

19) Best New Men’s Grooming Product – Prestige

ClarinsMen – Super Moisture Balm

20) Best New Brand – Prestige

Bloom and Blossom

MASS OR PRESTIGE CATEGORIES:

21) Best New Certified Organic Skincare Product – Mass or Prestige

Neal’s Yard Remedies – Beauty Sleep Concentrate

22) Best New Self Tan or Sun Care Product – Mass or Prestige

St.Tropez – Naturals Self Tan Lotion

23) Best New Hand, Foot and Nail Care Product – Mass or Prestige

L’Occitane – Immortelle Brightening Hand Care SPF 15

24) Best British Brand –Mass or Prestige

Molton Brown

25) The Most Revolutionary Beauty Product of the Last 20 Years – Mass or Prestige

Liz Earle Naturally Active Skincare – Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser

26) The Eco Beauty Award –Sponsored by Givaudan

Weleda – Pomegranate Firming Facial Skin Care Range

Siren Song : Spring Summer 2012 Trends

by Hayley Bevan on January 10, 2012

Givenchy SS2012

The theme of water appears to have been the canvas for the spring-summer 2012 parades. The mythical siren sang beguilingly to designers to lure them into creating homage to herself and the aquamarine and cerulean sea realm. The models came wrapped in clothes in the colors of the seabed, rebrodées and shimmering scales at Givenchy with its wetsuit-like feel to the collection.

Chanel SS2102

Also ribbons in the shape of waves adorning the nymphs here at Chanel we felt the definite undercurrent of a Botticelli sea Goddess with iridescent mother of pearl, and strings of pearls encircling waists.

Chanel SS2012

Even the catwalk was adorned with waves and sea pebbles to create a marine feel.

versace SS2012

Prints which echoed ancient pottery and the myth of Poseidon at Versace.

versace SS2012

At Versace, materials, light as sea foam floated in a harmonious aquatic carousel, and seemed to blend, as in nature with their lines and hues the with the horizon of the sea and sky.

Alexander McQueen SS2012

The underwater magic did not stop there at Mcqueen we saw the emergence of another sea goddess, the oceanic life of Gaia was as fresh sea spray on the outfits composed of corals and shells.

All in all the shows were a fabulous dive into the deep blue for the Stylists at Gabrielle Teare who can’t wait to be adding a splash bringing next season’s biggest trend into our clients wardrobes.

Stylist Hayley Bevan can be found at www.hbstyling.com. Visit Hayley at her studio in Chester to update your look. Hayley trained at London School of Fashion.

The Chanel Show

by Gabrielle on October 10, 2011

The Chanel show rocked. The ethereal models walked a sea scape of shells boulders and pebbles all in dazzling white to offset the clothes.

To match the background many of the clothes were white great for spring.

Baby pink which I love and looks amazing on dark haired people, so soft and flattering, lighting the face from underneath.

This is a gorgeous wearable jacket, stunning with white jeans equally great with blue………

This black and white Chanel Jacket will last and last timeless, chic eternal style.

This is a great show stopper of a dress so obviously Chanel wonderful for a summer wedding or party.

Top 5 Designer Handbags of the season

by Gabrielle on August 30, 2011

Givenchy Handbag

Every season there is the perfect designer handbag. Here are some of my favourite from Autumn Winter 2011.

Chanel Boy Handbag in Red Patent leather

Celine Handbag

Celine handbags much loved by my very chic friend the model and Vogue photographer Candice Lake. Now she has another one to lust over….

This is a retro 1973 bag in raspberry from Gucci. Seems like everyone has had enough of huge IT bags. I hated them.

Maison Martin Margiela handbag

This is a bag I bought from a little shop in Rome about 5 years ago!! Mine is blue.

Jewel Tones : What to wear : Autumn Winter 2011

by Hayley Bevan on August 14, 2011

Sapphire at Christopher Kane

With the end of a fashion season almost upon us, we can only start mourning the loss of all those summer brights and neon’s that made our grey British mornings a bit more bearable. However there may be a ray of light yet, for Autumn Winter designers were focusing on a lush jewel palette “colour has become the new black” said Roland Mouret.

Sapphire at Diane Von Fustenburg

The autumn winter collections are saturated with rich, powerful, and mesmerising jewel tones, which infuse us with happiness and liberate us. From Emeralds, to midnight Amethyst, Scarlet Ruby and Garnet, to opulent Topaz.

Chanel showing Emerald

Designers took inspiration from the jewellery box, bringing us an array of glamorous pieces, in sophisticated styles, and luxurious fabrics. At each fashion capital we took in floor length evening gowns, cocktail dresses, and statement outerwear, all rendered even more lustrous in the hues of precious stones.

Emilio Pucci Emerald

Caroline Herrera Ruby Velvet

Ralph Lauren Ruby Velvet

Thakoon Topaz silk satin

This Topaz Roland Mouret number made us fall in love as soon as it hit the runway, the artfully cut stretch parachute-silk dress is the perfect concoction of style and versatility that will flatter a bigger bust line and accentuate a smaller one. try it with the back in favour knee high boot, in a fabulous rust colour and matching clutch for day, and show stopping patent black accessories for evening.

Amethyst at Brioni

Versace Amethyst

Wearing these decadent shades will give you the feeling of owning some pure precious luxury. As stylists we suggest you embrace these shades now, and start wearing them from day to night as a glamorous alternative to black, so we have carefully edited our favourite pieces to help you work this sophisticated look.

This sapphire dress by Yves Saint Laurent is the top of our wish list; fluid satin and a double layered front make it the perfect dress for every figure. It can be worn tied at the front or back and will make the ultimate statement with black accessories and an eye catching necklace.

Gucci Emerald Silk

This emerald silk-voile asymmetric dress is from Gucci and is undoubtedly one of the key pieces from the collection. With a nod to 70′s glamour, we suggest accentuating the deep colour with metallic accessories; this dress is in need of very high heels to carry of the dramatic thigh split.

This Gianbattista Valli wool, silk and cashmere dress is a testament to his ability to design for women and make them look stunning, clever draping will bring the eye upwards, chinch with a belt to define the waist, Complement the rich hue with luxe gold jewellery and glossy accessories for a polished look.

Halston Heritage Amethyst

This beautiful Amethyst woven crepe by Halston Heritage hooded coat is infused with that must have vintage glamour that made the label a celebrity favourite, it’s a fabulous piece to define your waist with the detachable belt, and we know you will ooze Hollywood Hauteur by adding statement jewellery for your drinks to dinner statement staple.

And Last but not least here at Camp Teare, we know how much you love you Accessories, the Jewel tones are reigning on feet and and arm candy too this season, here are our favourites:-

Christian Louboutin Shoe Boot Sapphire

Vibrant sapphire suede and the signature ruby red sole, these boots by Christian Louboutin, with their dramatic asymmetric cut out, will upgrade any of your eveningwear looks.

Ralph Lauren Clutch

This Amethyst suede Clutch By Ralph Lauren is a perfect balance between a vintage feel and modern lines, the Art Dec o inspired clasp finishes off this covetable arm candy, it will add that touch of opulence to any cocktail outfit.

Alexander McQueen

This glorious Alexander McQueen ruby velvet studded belt will command attention this fall, add to a coat to accentuate the waist, or a sharp tailored suit with heels for a day at the office to and evening out ensemble.

Stylist Hayley Bevan can be found at www.hbstyling.com. Visit Hayley at her studio in Chester to update your look. Hayley trained at London School of Fashion.

The Ultimate Beauty Awards CEWUK

by Gabrielle on May 24, 2011

THE CEW (UK) 2011 BEAUTY AWARDS WINNERS

Over 600 industry insiders have voted to choose the winners of the coveted CEW (UK) 2011 Beauty Awards’, sponsored by Superdrug.

2011 has seen natural and organic products winning in not only the Best New Certified Organic Product category, won by Balance Me – Super Oil with Juniper and Bergamot, but also categories that do not stipulate the need for naturals or organics. Liz Earle stole the show by picking up two Awards including Best British Brand and Best New Haircare/Styling Product (Prestige) with the new Botanical Shine Shampoo. Also Natural brand, Dr.Organic scooped Best New Everyday Facial Skincare Product (Mass) as well as the prestigious Best New Brand (Mass), shared with Lanolips.

Best New Women’s Fragrance

Chloé Love, Chloé was the triumphant winner in the Best New Women’s Fragrance category, while Chanel Bleu de Chanel Eau de Toilette won the Best New Men’s Fragrance. Chanel Bleu is fab!

Best New Make-Up

Nars and Chanel stole the make-up limelight for 2011. NARS Orgasm Illuminator took home the Best New Make-Up Product for Face while Chanel Rouge Coco Hydrating Crème Lip Colour won the Best New Make-up Product for Lips.

RapidLash Eyelash Enhancing Serum beat the competition to win Best New Make-up Product. Bio-Oil and Eve Lom’s Cleanser won Best Classic Beauty Product in the Mass and Prestige categories , while Elizabeth Arden’s Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant became the Best Iconic Beauty Product for 2011. - Newcomer to the Awards, Lanolips picked up the joint Best New Brand Award alongside Dr. Organic, as well as having Lanolips 101 Ointment crowned Best New Skincare Treatment Product (Mass).CEW (UK) President, Caroline Neville, said: “The awards were established to recognise innovation in the beauty industry and are highly significant. Having third party endorsement from CEW adds authenticity to the product.

The CEW (UK) 2011 Beauty Awards Winners were presented with CEW (UK)’s exquisite Lalique ‘Beauty Oscar’ at the dazzling Awards Ceremony held on Friday 20th May at the InterContinental London Park Lane. A total of 304 products in 24 categories competed for the awards this year. All 25 winners were voted for by over 600 CEW (UK) members.
CEW (UK) 2011 BEAUTY AWARDS – WINNERS

Mass Categories:

1) Best New Bath and Body Product – Mass
The Sanctuary – Ultra Rich Body Butter

2) Best New Haircare/Styling/Colouring Product – Mass
Batiste – Dry Shampoo Fresh

3) Best New Everyday Facial Skincare Product – Mass
Dr Organic – Organic Rose Otto Facial Serum

4) Best New Skincare Treatment Product -Mass
Lanolips – 101 Ointment

5) Best New Make-up Product – Mass
RapidLash – RapidLash Eyelash Enhancing Serum

6) Best Classic Beauty Product – Mass
Bio-Oil – Bio-Oil

7) Best New Men’s Grooming Product – Mass
NIVEA FOR MEN – Q10 Revitalising Gel

Best New Brand – Mass
Dr Organic
Lanolips

Prestige Categories:

9) Best New Bath and Body Product – Prestige
Balance Me – Rose Otto Body Wash

10) Best New Haircare/Styling Product -Prestige
Liz Earle Naturally Active Haircare – Botanical Shine Shampoo

11) Best New Everyday Facial Skincare Product – Prestige
Clarins – Multi-Active Day Early Wrinkle Correction Cream

12) Best New Skincare Treatment Product – Prestige
Estée Lauder – Advanced Night Repair Eye Synchronized Complex

13) Best New Make-up Product – Face – Prestige
NARS Cosmetics – Orgasm Illuminator

14) Best New Make-up Product – Eyes or Lips – Prestige
Chanel – Rouge Coco Hydrating Crème Lip Colour

15) Best Classic Beauty Product – Prestige
Eve Lom – Cleanser

16) Best New Women’s Fragrance – Prestige
Chloé – Love, Chloé

17) Best New Men’s Fragrance – Prestige
Chanel – Bleu de Chanel Eau de Toilette

18) Best New Men’s Grooming Product – Prestige
Shiseido – For Men Skin Empowering Cream

19) Best New Brand – Prestige
Emma Hardie Amazing Face
Mass or Prestige Categories:

20) Best New Certified Organic Skincare Product – Mass or Prestige
Balance Me – Super Oil with Juniper and Bergamot

21) Best New Self Tan or Sun Care Product – Mass or Prestige
Elizabeth Arden – Eight Hour Cream Sun Defense for Face SPF 50

22) Best New Hand and Nail Care Product – Mass or Prestige
All for Eve – Swarovski Crystal Nail File

23) Best British Brand -Mass or Prestige
Liz Earle Naturally Active Skincare

24) Best Iconic Beauty Product – Mass or Prestige
Elizabeth Arden – Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant

Royal Wedding- What to Wear

by Gabrielle on April 29, 2011

As the Leading London Personal Stylist and Personal Shopper I am frequently asked with help for what to wear to a wedding. Some of the nicest wedding clothes I have seen are at Alberta Ferritti.

Colour blocking is one of the big trends for Spring Summer 2011 and Gucci here show how amazing it can look for a wedding.

Emanuel Ungaro have amazing wedding suits, this is stunning and would suit anyone from 25-60. Lovely.

Prabal Gurung does fabulous dresses in beautiful fabrics often with inner corsetry that look very elegant.

Look this season for soft pastels like this ice pink stunning Chanel dress. I would love to wear this to the Royal Wedding.

Another big trend for spring summer 2011 is animal prints Bluemarine show how to do this with style. I love the chunky gold jewellery as well. Now where is my invite??????????

The Emperor’s New Clothes : Superb Chanel Catwalk Report SS 2011

by Hayley Bevan on November 29, 2010

The anticipation in the air was almost palpable. The sound of flowing water was suspended amid a veil of silence. They were all there, fashion and media royalty, fabulously seated facing a recreation of the gardens of Versailles within the walls of the Grand Palais in Paris. And they were all there for him, the Emperor, Karl Lagerfeld.

It was with this grand backdrop that Chanel showcased the Spring Summer 2011 Collection. I’m surprised twitter did not go into overdrive from the multitude of exuberant tweets from editors and journalists. The collection had 85 looks and 80 models each talking a five minute catwalk.

All the Chanel classics were there, from the suits, to the quilted bags, to the black and white, but for next season was Lagerfeld’s vision infused with a more contemporary feeling to the collection but as usual Très Très Chic. From jackets to dresses and trousers we have applied patches with backgrounds of white silk inserts, the Chanel silhouette is more fluid than the original, losing its rigidity. There was an aura of coquetteness and flirtyness which was introduced with feathered tailleur dresses.

Just when we though it couldn’t get any better Kate Hessen sashays into view holding a Black parasol in the shape of a Coco Chanel hat, introducing the dramatic Camellia print with black background that came in chiffon dresses and skirts. The metallic tweeds will soon be taking over camel as next season’s luxury shade.

The accessories came in long gold ear rings and bags, glittering peep-toe boots, chain mail like gloves and black and white pearl embellished bracelets. The show shone even more brightly when Chanel Muse Ines de La Fresange appeared on the 76th look making it feel like a celebration of Maison Chanel rather than a fashion show.

Ines De La Fressange Chanel Spring Summer 2011

Karl is only person who could recreate the Versailles gardens in such fabulous way, and the emperor’s new clothes are the only ones worthy enough for such a show.

As the show came to an end with the orchestra rendition of the Verve’s Bitter Sweet Symphony, Karl and Ines closed the show, which was as much as an iconic vision as the label itself.

Hayley Bevan is a Personal and Fashion Stylist and is currently interning with a former Harpers Bazaar Editor.

Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2011 Round-up

October 23, 2010

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Confessions of a Dior Addict

September 1, 2010

Head first, I strode one of the most architecturally fashionable squares of the world. Almost instantly the black sign informed me where I was: Avenue Monte Carlo, If my classically clad feet had pursued further I would be venturing (according to the sign) into the land of Gucci, Valentino, Hermes, Lalique and Prada. But no, [...]