Holiday in the Sun

Salty breeze, coconut cocktails, and the delicate scent of tiare flower… If we close our eyes, we can almost taste it. Maybe one day, you’ll wake up sunbathing to the soothing melody of waves crashing…till then, these might help. MONOÏ OIL Meaning “perfumed oil” in Tahitian, Monoï has always been part of the life of … More Holiday in the Sun

Beware of Mr. McGregor

After the gourmand era started by master perfumer Olivier Cresp with Angel for fashion House Thierry Mugler in 1992, L’Artisan Parfumeur is pushing food notes in the perfumery industry to a whole new level with their 2022 vegetable garden inspired collection: Le Potager. BEHIND LE POTAGER In hommage to Jean Laporte’s – L’Artisan Parfumeur’s founder … More Beware of Mr. McGregor

Iris Kiss

A soft breeze. A gentle sun. Crisp grass dripping in the morning dew. In the distance, a fluffy melody waking new delicate blooms. Season of romance, till the golden afternoons. Hello Spring! Fresh or powdery, iris is a the perfect flower to wear for both warm and cool temperatures. Keep scrolling… IRIS PORCELANA (eau de … More Iris Kiss

The Bare Necessities

“…the simple bare necessities…” The Look – fresh and glowy, the quick and easy way. Number of Items – three, that’s all. Tips – multi-purpose products are a good idea, paying attention to colors makes quite a difference.   THE BASE Always start with a clean and moisturized skin before applying any makeup on the … More The Bare Necessities

Down to Earth

Escaping the daily urban reality. Gazing at the wild landscape. Feeling the warm atmosphere.  Summer. One season. Two interpretations. SMOKY BLOOM – Fresh sunrise. Dusty breeze. Blushing petals. FACE. Shade and light. Apply a BB cream where needed and if needed. Add a little bronzer in a 3-shape to give the face dimension and color. EYES. Think … More Down to Earth

Get in the Mod

Taking a look at the latest Chanel runway show, the 60s seem to make a comeback both in fashion and beauty. However, what does it actually mean and how to interpret it in 2017? THE MOD(S) Let’s start from the beginning. The Mod – or Modernist – is considered a subculture which first bloomed in London. … More Get in the Mod

Empress Sissi [Heart-to-Art]

Empress Sissi, portrait by Franz Xaver Winterhalter Unconventional. Independent. Wild. Empress Elisabeth of Austria certainly did not leave anyone indifferent. Well captured by Franz Xaver Winterhalter, the Empress of Hearts was also known for her beauty. The German painter shows a radiant-looking Sissi whose features seem to be delicately enhanced by touches of makeup. Scroll … More Empress Sissi [Heart-to-Art]

Flashing Fuchsia

Magnetic, versatile, sophisticated… Fuchsia puts red back in the shade! How to steal the spotlight from day to night? Keep scrolling… For a fresh day-time look, a flawless complexion in key. Choose a lightweight foundation to even up the complexion and apply a baby pink blush to the apples of the cheeks. No heavy eye makeup … More Flashing Fuchsia

Bejeweled

The holiday season is the perfect occasion for a spark of glamour. Time to shine with these gemstone inspired makeup looks: for each precious stone its personality. EMERALD – Wise and hopeful AMETHYST – Intuitive and serene RUBY – Royal and passionate SAPPHIRE – Pure and loyal DIAMOND – Committed and perspicacious May your Christmas holidays be … More Bejeweled