Hailey Baldwin ditches her classic blonde ‘do for perfectly PINK style

Nov 6, 2016

Kendall’s done it, Elle has tried it and now Hailey Baldwin has decided to give pastel hair a go.

Since rising to fame two years ago, the 19-year-old model has remained relatively true to her blonde ‘do, but yesterday she took to Instagram to display a whole new look.

In a post captioned “good mornings”, Stephen Baldwin’s daughter uploaded a picture of herself posing with a floral coffee cup and in doing so revealed to the world her new pink hairstyle.

good mornings

A photo posted by Hailey Baldwin (@haileybaldwin) on Nov 5, 2016 at 1:10pm PDT

This morning, she shared a second image in which her still pink hair had been rolled into a pair of double top knots.

day

A photo posted by Hailey Baldwin (@haileybaldwin) on Nov 5, 2016 at 9:58pm PDT

While stars tend to play with colour at a pretty rapid rate, we hope Hailey holds onto her edgy new look well into this year’s party season.

Excellent! We are totally obsessed with these amazing animal rings

Nov 4, 2016

by Rebecca O'Keeffe

Are you an animal lover, or do you know somebody who is?

If so, we have discovered the perfect gift idea for them, in the form of awesome three-piece rings.

Mary Lou is a jewelry maker from Bangkok, Thailand, and she specialises in creating pieces from enamel.

She creates the most adorable ring sets, that are designed to look like some of the world's cutest animals (sloth anyone?)

Mary Lou sells her wonderful creations on her Etsy page, where prices start at €63, including VAT and shipping.

While they are expensive, these rings would make a very special gift to all the animal lovers out there.

Loving these!

Unique Christmas gift? These purses are modelled on VAGINAS

Nov 4, 2016

by Amber Saunders

Remember the last time you were rooting for spare change and found yourself wishing your purse looked like a vagina?

Yeah us neither, but apparently we're in the minority if the popularity of Vachina is anything to go by.

Transforming the vagina from a figurative 'pocket' into a literal one, Bec, the designer behind Not Made In China, has created a purse based on the shape of a woman's vagina.

And just like real-life vaginas, the Vachina comes in a range of shapes and styles, with customers choosing between three variations of skin tone and hair design.

Commenting on her creations, Bec, according to The Metro, said: "The Vachina was a happy accident."

"I was actually pattern drafting a headphones pouch and my pattern testers kept saying that it looked like a vagina, so to “prove them wrong” I made one to deliberately look like a vagina with a pink zipper and with faux fur"

"I posted it as a joke on my page to have a laugh and it exploded from there, with in 48 hours I had 55 orders for them!"

Oh, and did we mention that each style has a snappy name?

So ladies, are you a Tidy Twat, Overly Manicured Muff, or the 70s Porno Puss kinda gal?

And if anyone needs us, we'll be lying in a darkened room.

‘Fake!’ YouTubers don’t believe in the dress of every girl’s DREAMS

Oct 31, 2016

by Amber Saunders

While we'd happily wear the same top, skirt or pair of jeans as often as we want, there's something about dresses that make us think they're a one-wear garment.

And considering the fact that they can be pretty damn expensive, our logic just doesn't cut it on this front.

So, when YouTubers learned that fashion line, Showpo, had created a dress which changes colour, they understandably fell all over themselves to catch a glimpse of the garment which had the potential to revolutionise a woman's wardrobe.

And, a short time later, were ultimately left feeling pretty let-down.

Commenting on the footage which has wound up thousands in recent days, one member of the public wrote: "So fake, if you really did create this tech why wouldn't you explain it?"

"Possibly couldn't be faker," added another. "Almost instantaneously it reeks of acting, selfie style camera held by DSLR, over the top reactions from all."

So, wanna see what all the fuss is about?

The return of the PUFFER jacket: Our 5 favourites for winter

Oct 23, 2016

by Rebecca O'Keeffe

Winter is well and truly here, and the time for buying your fancy new coat has come.

Gone are the days of buying a boring old peacoat, or purchasing a classic black number that goes with everything.

2016 is the year of the PUFFA jacket, and we could not be happier.

We have Rihanna to thank for giving this trend a new lease of life, and we are more than ready to embrace it.

Check out our five favourite puffers for these cold months…

1. LBP

Little black puffer… a must have staple for all your winter wardrobes. This baby from Puffa is guaranteed to keep you warm!

2. Velvet

Velvet is this season's material of choice, and we absolutely LOVE it. This short puffer from ASOS is on our must-have list.

3. Feeling rose

What a delightful and girly twist on the classic puffer jacket. River Island we love your work.

4. Christmas red

It's October I know… but is it ever too early to be putting together your Chrimbo wardrobe? This Zara puffer would be perfect for those cold December evenings.

5. Marvellous metallics

Is anyone even surprised that this shiny puffer is part of Queen B's Ivy Park collection? We need this jacket!

Vanessa Hudgens’ trousers are only €30 and can be delivered to Ireland

Oct 22, 2016

by Amber Saunders

Vanessa Hudgens pretty much has the best boho style in Hollywood.

Whether she steps out on the red carpet, at a Halloween party or just pops down to the local coffee shops, she looks so effortlessly cool and chic.

And her latest outfit is no different. Vanessa stepped out this weekend to get a cuppa Joe, and wore these deadly Aztec trousers with a green bomber jacket.

The printed trousers are from Volcom and are perfect for off-duty style.

Better still, Volcom deliver to Ireland so you can get these beauties for 30 quid right to your door.

Happy shopping!

Lauren Conrad made her own Halloween costume, and it’s adorbs

Oct 20, 2016

by Amber Saunders

When Lauren Conrad wasn't busy bemoaning the lack of 'real people' in Los Angeles, she was – as a student of the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising – up to her eyes in magazine clippings and fabric cuttings.

So, after making a name (and a fortune) for herself in the fashion industry, it's no real surprise that the former reality TV star still chooses to create her own Halloween costumes.

Teasing her fans and followers this week on Instagram, Lauren shared sneak peeks of the work in progress before unveiling the finished design on her website.

Made my Halloween costume today! As usual lots of tulle was involved.

A photo posted by Lauren Conrad (@laurenconrad) on Oct 10, 2016 at 8:18pm PDT

Uploading a snap of the items involved, she wrote: "Made my Halloween costume today! As usual lots of tulle was involved."

Fans sent themselves into a frenzy guessing what she might be making, with general consensus concluding that she was opting for a ballerina.

Lauren kept schtum before sharing another snap which suggested her fan base were way off, writing: "Any guesses?! We’ll be revealing the full costume tomorrow, but until then, here’s a little sneak peek to give you a hint!"

this year, @laurenconrad is dressing up for halloween as…any guesses?! we’ll be revealing the full costume tomorrow, but ntil then, here’s a little sneak peek to give you a hint! {comment below with your guesses!@valoriedarling

A photo posted by LaurenConrad.com (@laurenconrad_com) on Oct 18, 2016 at 8:52pm PDT

"Mimes? Dolls? Maybe some Alice in Wonderland vibes?" wrote one while another added: "Deck of cards? Queen of hearts, joker?"

A pro at milking any situation, Lauren held her fans in suspense before eventually sharing a full-size snap of the costume.

And in fairness, it's pretty cute.

"Well, ladies and gentlemen, the wait is over!" wrote Lauren. "This year, my girlfriends and I are dressing up for Halloween as (drumroll, please)… Circus performers!"

"I came up with this idea a few months ago when I saw this sequin star dress from Valentino’s Star Studded collection. I had a vision of putting a pastel twist on regular circus performer costumes and incorporating the star sequins from that dress into our own costumes."

"So, my friends Lauren and Hannah and I got a bunch of tulle, some pretty ribbon and feathers, put on some circus music, and started crafting away." she added.

And if you're interested in recreating Lauren's look, she provides a step by step guide on her website.

Desperate for a denim fix? Our top highstreet jeans for the TALL girl

Oct 20, 2016

by Amber Saunders

If you’re over 5’8” in height, then chances are your options are relatively limited when it comes to picking up jeans on the high street.

While some stores claim to cater to the longer-legged among us, only the ladies teetering perilously close to the six foot mark (and over) know what a genuinely long pair of jeans should look and feel like.

Having to shave your ankles because you want to rock a pair of denims is not on, and we won’t stand for it.

With that in mind, here are our top picks from stores that don’t try to pull the wool over our eyes when it comes to long-length jeans (and no, it’s not because they can’t reach us.)

Get stuck in, ladies.

TALL Rich Indigo Jamie Jean €55.00

We are all over these high-waisted beauties from Topshop.

Super-soft and stretchy, these are the perfect jeans to dress up or dress down.

Tall Blue High Waisted Superskinny Jeans €29.99

When it comes to the tall department, New Look have it absolutely nailed.

Team these super-skinny jeans with an over-sized T-shirt and plimsols for an uber-casual look.

Tall Indigo Skinny Jeans €20.00

Like a LBD, no woman's wardrobe is complete without a pair of dark denim skinnies.

Teamed with killer heels or dressed down with pumps, this style in this shade is an absolute winner.

TALL MOTO Super Rip Jamie Jeans €60.00

Grey jeans are the unsung hero of the denim department, and we're all over this particular style.

The ripped look gives the subtle shade an edgy vibe, and we'll be working these with ankle boots and our failsafe leather jacket.

Tall Black Coated Super Skinny Jeans €29.99

Unfortunately for many of us, when we think leather pants, we think Ross Geller… but not this time!

These coated super skinny jeans from New Look are just the right side of rock chick, and have made it straight to the top of our wish list.

You go Glen Coco! Some legend is working on Mean Girls MAKEUP

Oct 17, 2016

by Amber Saunders

With Harry Potter makeup brushes casting a spell over social media, it seems there is huge demand for movie themed cosmetics.

And now the incredible people at Storybook Cosmetics – aka the geniuses who brought the Patronus palette to life – have set their sights on one of our all-time favourite flicks.

Last week, the brand used Instagram to showcase its ideas for a Mean Girls makeup palette and, so far, the Internet reacted with a squeal, speed tagging and pretty much every Regina George quote you can think of.

On Wednesdays, we wear Mean Girls Makeup. (Tentative idea, all depends on licensing )

A photo posted by Mandy, Missy & Erin (@storybookcosmetics) on Oct 12, 2016 at 1:14pm PDT

Dressed in Burn Book packaging, the palette would feature cleverly named eyeshadow shades including ‘Wednesday’, ‘Army Pants’, ‘So Fetch’, ‘Mouse…Duh’, ‘You Can’t Sit With Us’, ‘ESPN or Something’, ‘Glen Coco’ and ‘Flip Flops’.

According to Refinery29 the project is still its infancy, but since Storybook Cosmetics are seeking licencing permission to create the Burn Book palette, we’re hopeful that this dream will soon become a reality.

GIF: Giphy

Bye bye bouffant! Megan McKenna debuts new ‘do, and we’re lovin’ it

Oct 14, 2016

by Amber Saunders

Just days after her fellow Celebrity Big Brother contestant, Stpehanie Davis, debuted a brand-new look, Megan McKenna decided to get in on the action.

And if her Instagram account is anything to go by, her fans and followers are all over it.

Sharing a snap of herself rocking a long slick style with thick blunt fringe, Megan wrote: "Heyyyyyy Thankyou so much @shane_o_sullivan for my new look! I am in love with my@easilockshair hair!!"

On the post which racked up more than 45,000 likes in an hour, one fan wrote: "Wow Megan! You look amazing! That hair cut really suits you!"

Using Megan's snap to weigh in on the current Pet Wixks drama, she added: "Mind you, you would look beautiful in a bin bag! Pete must be insane to mess you around. Onwards and upwards girl! The world is your oyster."

And while some fans were effusive in their praise, other followers were clearly schooled in the backhanded compliment way of life.

"Can't say I've always been a fan of your look (a bit chavvy for me) but honestly, this is stunning," she wrote.

Well, we're sure Megan will be only thrilled with that one…

Fashion Week, we need to talk… because THAT is a shower-cap

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Oct 13, 2016

by Amber Saunders

When I attended London Fashion Week for the first time three years ago, I left a note for myself in my iPad before flying home, reminding me not to take fashion so seriously.

After getting caught up in a PHYSICAL CRUSH outside of one over-subscribed show, and being 'scooched' out of the way by Made In Chelsea stars making their way to the FROW at another, I was left distinctly disillusioned by the whole experience.

So, while I walked away disappointed, I did learn something really important about the fashion industry: sometimes, you can't take it seriously and it's better off to just have a bit of craic.

A photo posted by art to fashion (@hfashione) on Oct 5, 2016 at 6:20am PDT

I was reminded of this as I watched models wearing what appeared to be swimming hats and crystal elf-ears, strutting down John Galliano's catwalk at the Maison Margiela showcase, at Paris Fashion Week. Yep, that actually happened.

So, in tribute to some of the truly ridiculous Fashion Week looks of the season, I decided to recreate some of my personal faves – and I think it's clear I won't be road-testing them in public anytime soon.

Fendi’s metallic lip

This didn't actually turn out as badly as I thought it would – it looks fab, but I can't imagine it would withstand Thursday night cocktails with the girls. I'll leave this one to Gigi and Bella.

Had to hold back tears of pride & joy watching my beautiful lil sis open the @fendi show today!!!!!!!! Thank you so much for having me @karllagerfeld @amandaharlech @pg_dmcasting

A photo posted by Gigi Hadid (@gigihadid) on Sep 22, 2016 at 6:28am PDT

Thom Browne's 'bonnet'

Thom referred to it as a bonnet; I'm calling it for what it actually is: a shower cap. In the words of Simon Cowell, it's a no from me.

… caftans and bonnets … #tbss17 #thombrowne hair by @jimmypaulhair for @bumbleandbumble, makeup by @silbruinsma1 @maccosmetics ph: @zzgan for @i_d

A photo posted by Thom Browne (@thombrowneny) on Sep 13, 2016 at 5:32pm PDT

Céline's mismatched boots

Look, I'm all for breaking the mould, but I couldn't even walk straight in this look. While the real deal might work (think Sabrina, The Teenage Witch's Libby in those mismatched knee-socks), the DIY version just ain't cutting it.

Live from the show

A video posted by Céline's World (@celine.world) on Oct 2, 2016 at 4:38am PDT

Vetements' sleeves over hands

This one has been knocking around for a few months now, and the street style stars were all over it this season. Funny, I didn't catch sight of any of them holding a Starbucks while rocking the look – probably because that would be IMPOSSIBLE!

Hello Paris! Maiko Shibata before Aalto show at #PFW. Photo by @styledumonde

A photo posted by New York Times Fashion (@nytimesfashion) on Sep 27, 2016 at 6:08am PDT

Versace's boob belt

Coco Chanel famously once said that before a lady leaves the house, she should look in the mirror and remove one accessory; three guesses as to which piece I'll be choosing!

#VersusTakesLDN – #VersusVersace Spring Summer 2017 show #LFW

A photo posted by versus_versace (@versus_versace) on Sep 17, 2016 at 3:30pm PDT

Don’t get me wrong, I adore fashion and get WAAAY too excited about the bi-annual Fashion Month showcase; but, like anything else in life, sometimes we need to look at the funny side. Plus, embracing the ridiculous can actually be a liberating exercise!

I guess this means 'shower cap chic' is a thing now, right?

Bob’s your uncle! Stephanie Davis does NOT look like this any more

Oct 13, 2016

by Amber Saunders

Stephanie Davis has debuted a brand-new look online, and her fans and followers are absolutely loving it.

Opting for a stunning gamine look as she approaches her due date, the former Hollyoaks star has gone for the chop and replaced her long dark locks with a sleeker shorter style.

Taking to Twitter and Instagram to give the public a sneak peek of the new do, 23-year-old Stephanie wrote: "It was time for a change. New energy. New attitudes."

The post, which has racked up more than 11,000 likes since its upload last night, has been inundated with comments from fans who are considering their own overhaul after seeing Steph's.

"Love it. I want my hair in a bob!" wrote one while another added: "Didn't even recognise you at first. Absolutely stunning, I love it."

Stephanie, who is expected a baby after a turbulent relationship with Dubliner Jeremy McConnell, recently admitted that she fears missing pregnancy, and is keen to give her unborn child siblings in the future.