Best Celebrity Up-Dos

Be oh-so-high fashion, darling, with a voluminous up-do like Diane Kruger's. The gorgeous actress opted for this glamorous style for a Chanel Couture show in Paris.

 Make like Uma Thurman and wear your hair in a stylish slicked-back up-do for all evening occasions. Sleek and chic.

 Sarah Jessica Parker often scoops her hair up into a classic bun style - with chic and sophisticated results.

 

Kirsten Dunst is perfectly pretty in Cannes with this plaited summery hairstyle.

She might not always be on your style radar, but Taylor Swift can sport a pretty ‘do with the best of them. This easy, wavy Grecian up-do is gorgeous and the big flower hair accessory finishes the style perfectly.

 The classic up-do, demonstrated by the gorgeous Jessica Alba. We love the way the up-do is high and neat enough to make the most of her fabulous bone structure – and that’s a hot tip, ladies, if you want to appear to have sharper cheekbones than usual, an style like Jessica’s is for you.

Don’t think that just because you have hair extensions á la Victoria Beckham the up-do isn’t for you. In fact, a few extra strands to boost your barnet can result in a super-lush, textured up-do like this one.

 

 Trust Kylie to spin an up-do in a fashion-forward way. Working the Grecian trend, Kylie rocks tousled tresses and ornate earrings – a hot look for a party.

 Clearly Kristen has been converted to the way of the up-do as here she is at an NYC screening of Eclipse with a cute braid twisted across her crown and the length pinned up at the back – perfect!

Does Angelina Jolie ever have an off-day? We love this casual up-do that Ange sported at the Paris preview of her film Salt. The secret to stealing her style is to separate your hair into wide sections, twist and then pin.

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Kareena Kapoor fails to keep her rivals out!

When Kareena Kapoor signed films with the two Khans - Shah Rukh and Salman, in Ra.One and Bodyguard respectively, she'd never imagined that two of her rivals would become part of the her film. 

While Priyanka Chopra has a guest appearance in some action scenes with Sanjay Dutt in Ra.One,Katrina Kaif has a hot item number in Bodyguard. 

Understandably, Bebo is upset with these new developments. Now, who would blame her for not wanting to share the spotlight with the recent "additions" to these films. Any actress in her place would feel the same. 

When Kareena signs a project, she makes it quite clear that she is the film's lead actress. A case in point is Golmaal 3, where PC was approached for a parallel lead role. Kapoor had her way by ensuring that Priyanka was kept out. Says an insider, "This time around the Khans are adamant on the inclusion of their favourite gals." Bebo, who wasn't on the sets when her rivals shot, has been making discreet enquires about their scenes/song. Not that she has any reason to be insecure, but it sure helps to know, no?

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Mausam similar to Titanic???

Shahid Kapoor’s fans can’t wait for the release of his film, Mausam which is directed by papa Pankaj Kapur. Shahid as Harry and Sonam Kapoor as Aayat,  share an awesome chemistry on screen.

The recent poster of the film, launched by the makers, has Shahid holding Sonam’s hand and the two are lost into each other. The poster is simply mesmerizing but after three to four glances at it, it looked like we have seen the same poster somewhere else, too.

Well, the poster of Mausam is so so so similar to the poster of Titanic. It had the same effect of that of the Mausam poster. Sonam Kapoor’s outfit and hairstyle has so much resemblance to that of Kate Winslet.

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Nude Heels at Zara Phillips's Wedding

Zara Phillips was looking utterly resplendent as she walked down the aisle to Mike Tindall wearing a classic gown designed by the Queen's own couturier, Stewart Parvin. The full-skirted beauty was adorned with a row of covered buttons and topped off with a cathedral-length (ie: to the floor) veil, plus her mother's Greek key tiara.

The wedding was attended by countless royals, athletes and famed Brits; but notably,Duchess Kate, Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie, Princess Anne, Duchess Camilla and Sophie, Countess of Wessex all donned very similar, simple beige pumps! 

But it wasn’t just the bride’s frock in fact, there was more coiffed hair under fancy hats than a day at the races and given the choice of footwear, we’re assuming a strict ‘Nude Heels Only’ memo. 

The Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton chose a brocade coat by Jane Troughtonin an understated, Mother-Middy-would-approve creamy tone to avoid upstaging the bride. The hat is sitting at a precariously jaunty angle, makes a more adventurous statement than we’re used to.

As for the maven of bonkers wedding wear, Angela kelly Beatrice princess Zara continued her sartorial epiphany with a fabulous fitted jacket with flared peplum detail by Angela Kelly over a matching dress covered in corsages and Swarorski crystals. And proving just how far she’s come post hat-gate, Bea wisely opted for a subtle satellite dish-inspired hat.

Bea’s sister Eugenie also fared better than she did on 29th April. Her very safe chocolate-brown dress with an oyster-coloured fitted jacket guarantees she won't fall into Ugly Sisters territory again.

Camilla’s hat is so lovable. Granted, it is a tad sprouty and pot-plant-esque, but the delicate feather-like detailing makes it an original and youthful creation. As for the tailored silk jacket, no prizes for guessing this one’s by Anna Valentine, the same designer who made the Duchess of Cornwall’s elegant outfit for Wills and Kate’s Big Day, as well as her own.

A refreshingly summery sight came courtesy of Coronation Street actress Katherine Kelly who swooshed into Canongate Kirk sporting cascading ruffles on a flowing neutral gown, polished off with a bold colour-popping, wide-brimmed hat and matching orange clutch.

What on EARTH was Una Healy thinking? This saucy minx went a skin-flashing step further with a skimpy strapless frock covered in vibrant florals and black lace. 

Last but never least, we give you the Queen. Just as she did for April's Royal Wedding, for which she wore colour-blocking yellow by Stewart Parvin, HRH sported a summery head-to-toe hue from the designer, this time in a delightful shade of apricot. Meanwhile, the complementary hat with feather detailing is by Rachel Trevor-Morgan.

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Second Royal Wedding in a year: Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall

For the second time in a year the royal family dusted off their gladrags to watch one of their own marry a commoner, albeit this time of sporting heroic stock. But all eyes were on the Queen's granddaughter Zara Phillips when she arrived at Canongate Kirk on Edinburgh's Royal Mile for her marriage to the England rugby player Mike Tindall.                                 

Thousands lined the narrow city street hoping to catch a glimpse of Phillips, once considered a royal rebel due to her low-cut tops, daring miniskirts and tongue piercing. But as she stepped from the car outside the church she revealed an ivory silk faille and silk duchess satin gown by British and Edinburgh-trained designer Stewart Parvin.

As the moment of the wedding drew near, royals began arriving from the nearby Palace of Holyroodhouse. As they stepped from their chauffeur-driven limousines they were welcomed by the Queen's pipe major, Derek Potter, who played a simple tune on the bagpipes.

Among the first to arrive were Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex, followed by Prince Andrew and his daughters, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie.

They were all cheered by the waiting crowds as they emerged from their cars, but the loudest roar was reserved for Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, as well as Prince Harry. As William and the former Kate Middleton walked into the church they acknowledged the crowd with a brief wave.

The last of the senior royals to arrive were Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, who again were cheered loudly by the thousands camped behind crash barriers.

The couple were soon followed by the Queen and Prince Philip, who received an enormous roar from the well-wishers, which was acknowledged by both of them with a short wave before they were greeted, like all members of the royal family attending the service, by the Rev Neil Gardner, presiding over the service.

The mother of the bride, Princess Anne, and her husband Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence arrived just before this group to take their places in the church. All the royal men were dressed in morning suits, while the women wore stylish gowns.

Some of the most famous names from English rugby were also in attendance, reflecting Mike Tindall's standing in the game as a former captain. Current national coach Martin Johnson stepped off one of the many buses taking guests to the ceremony. Johnson strolled into the grounds of the church, pausing to shake the hands of friends and colleagues he spotted just outside the building's entrance.

Phillips and Tindall hosted a glitzy cocktail party late on Friday for relatives and guests aboard the former royal yacht Britannia, which they had hired for the occasion. But the party was a rare moment of public glamor for the usually down to earth Phillips, who will celebrate with a private wedding reception at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the queen's official home in Scotland.

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Xtreme Style Gadgets

The Style quotient of the following gadgets is Xtreme. These gadgets are sheek, stylish as well as cool.

1. Libratone Beat  wireless speaker for iPad, iPhone, iPod and computer.

The Beat is a simply stunning looking piece of kit. Standing at 47cm high, with a width of 19.5cm, a depth of 15cm, and with a curved-triangular disposition and a sturdy looking chrome handle, the Beat looks more like a exhibit at a modern art gallery than a speaker. 

But the best thing about them? They’re wearing merino wool and cashmere.

 

2. Kikkerland Design USB Hub Dog 

4 port 2.0 data transfer hub. Also compatible with USB 1.1 devices, to keep older generation periperals up and running. 

We’re experiencing some serious puppy love for this USB-pawed quadruped. Another bonus? He definitely won’t chew your slippers up. 

3. Sony hdr-td10 full hd 3d camcorder

3D in Double Full HD, 3D viewing directly on 3.5" LCD—no need for 3D glasses, Full HD 2D playback from 3D recordings, 1920x1080 Full HD 60p/24p recording, 10x optical zoom in 3D. 

With this camcorder, you can record in 3D, but play material in 2D, and even watch 3D footage on the LCD screen without glasses. Just be careful after cocktail hour.

 

4. Urbanears Bagis headphones

It’s an earplug construction for a direct sound and efficient noise reduction. It features rubber housing along with a combined fabric and TPE cord to eliminate distortions caused by friction. As a bonus, each earpiece snaps together, allowing you to carry them around your neck when not in use, so you’ll always know where they’re at. It come in all your favorite summery shades.

5. Giles Deacon 3D Passive glasses for LG

LG have revealed a set of snazzy 3D specs from UK designer Giles Deacon. The "FILES for LG" glasses are an "ultra stylish" option for Cinema 3D owners, with colouful stripey frames surrounding the polarised lenses.

 

 6. LaCie Christofle Galet USB Flash Drive

Luxury and technology are combined in the Galet USB flash drive by LaCie. LaCie has launched a new USB flash drive for those individuals best described as a “gadget person.“ The 4GB USB flash drive is contained within a silver case, about the size of a stone, but elegant enough to wear as a charm. LaCie and the French, Christofle, luxury brand are the developers of this latest device. 

 

 7.Dell Inspiron R Series with Switch by Design Studio lids

The new Inspiron R laptops contains 2nd Gen Intel® Core™ processors and optional switchable lid designs, which include OPI’s hottest nail-hue shades, artists' renderings, and Threadless’ graphic designs.

 

8. Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Air wireless audio system

Imagine being able to select and listen to any track from your entire music collection, instantly. In pristine quality. Zeppelin Air makes it a reality. AirPlay allows Zeppelin Air to wirelessly connect to any PC or Mac running iTunes. You can browse your collection there, or use an iPod touch, iPhone or iPad as the world’s coolest remote control. For the world’s coolest hi-fi. And it uses Apple Lossless for faultless transfer. 

 

 9.Elecom Mendo Oppopet Wireless Mouse

These compact Wireless 2.4GHz Mouse comes with a unique little USB Wireless Dongle in the shape of a Fox, Dog, Dolphin, Cat, Pig, Squirrel, Chameleon or rabbit tail that once stored on the back on the wireless mouse gives you the “basic” image of a cute little animal.
These Mendo Oppopet Wireless Mouse are powered by one AAA Battery and comes with a 1000 Dpi resolution for a total weight of just 55g.

 

10. iPhone desktop handset

The iPhone Desktop Handset is the perfect accessory to gift an Apple fanatic. This retro looking accessory will transform your iPhone into a desktop handset phone and  one can then navigate an iPhone’s applications, such as calendars, e-mail, and the Internet freely. The anodized aluminum stand places an iPhone at a convenient angle.

 

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Sensitive Skin Care

Sensitive skin is skin that easily reacts to environmental changes, pollution and cosmetics. This type of skin is most often dry skin too.

 
Sensitive skin problems include developing rashes, redness, eczema or itching. Any slight change in weather, cloth texture or cosmetics causes severe or moderate reactions in this skin type. Medicines, pollution, dirt, hormonal changes, cosmetic and non-cosmetic allergies or stress are a few causes of sensitive skin. Sensitive skin care is easy when you follow these tips.

Sensitive Skin Care Tips -

1.Make a note of what are the products or conditions that are aggravating the reactions in your skin. Avoid any skin contact with such products or irritants.

2.When choosing cosmetics look for ones that are fragrance free, hypoallergenic (product tested for allergies) and non-cosmogenic (product that does not clog in the pores). Do a patch test before you begin using the product.

3.Dry skin too is a cause for sensitive skin problems. Use a water-based, fragrance-free moisturiser to keep your skin hydrated at all times.

4.Follow a daily beauty routine for overall sensitive skin care. Use mild cleansers, good ones are available under Cetaphil and Neutrogen brands. Follow it with exfoliating with a product that includes salicylic acid and not alpha hydroxyl. During the day, apply a good moisturiser that includes sunscreen. A good sunscreen should include titanium dioxide, zinc oxide and avobenzone. Use a richer moisturiser during the night, as the skin is hydrated better during the evenings.

5.Do not apply any make-up or cream if you have even a slight rash or broken skin. Avoid toners that have alcohol as an ingredient.

6.Regular application of coconut, olive or sesame oil, reduces irritation on skin. Use fresh fruit face packs instead of cosmetic ones. Green tea is a good anti-oxidant, include it in your daily diet.

The above mentioned sensitive skin care tips do help to reduce skin problems. However, do drink lots of fluids. Snack on fresh fruits and vegetables. Remember,a nourishing diet is always a natural way to take care of your skin, making it less prone to skin problems.

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