Mango´s high street 'It' item of the season

Every season, a high-street store completely hits the nail on the head when it comes to tapping into the latest fashion trends – and this spring, it looks like Mango has won the game.

One of the Spanish label's simple statement T-shirts has been a hit all over social media – and we can see why – its fun update on the simple tee makes it a wardrobe must-have.

We don't need to tell you that logo and slogan T-shirts are two of the biggest trends of the season. From Dior's feminist tee to Gucci's iconic logo offering, the trend is showing no signs of waning as spring officially arrives, so there's little surprise bloggers are queuing up for Mango's affordable number.

 

 From being styled with denim and leather at the weekend to pairing it with tailoring for the office, this slogan T-shirt is an easy wardrobe win. If you want to join the droves, we suggest you snap one up quickly before it inevitably sells out. The good news is that this 'It' item will cost you less than brunch.

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Mouthwatering Cakes That Are Too Beautiful To Eat!

When looking at these cakes, that are more pieces of art rather than just mouthwatering desserts, you could absolutely forget that they are not real and actually made from butter. That proves the genius of their maker – Ivenoven, who started baking for other people back in December 2013 and since then her bakery grew from just her and her husband, to a small business of 12 talented bakers.

“My baking passion and journey started one fine day when I was sneaking around in my grandma’s house trying to look for her baking recipes”, she wrote on her Facebook page.

Scroll down and click through the gallery  to admire these and prepare to be super tempted!

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See Beyonce’s ‘Pregnancy Photoshoot’

Beyoncé  announced she was pregnant with twins with husband Jay-Z  with a photos on Instagram and that pretty much broke the Internet. Today we get to see the whole photoshoot plus some photos Bey shared from Blue Ivy’s early days.

Click through the gallery to see all of the beautiful photos!

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Angelika
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Would You Rock This Kylie Jenner Look?

Kylie Jenner wore a very fashion forward look the other night. The young reality star and mogul is known for her unique fashion choices. Even from a young age she’s never been afraid to push the envelope. She’s worn everything from green wigs to lace jumpsuits.

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This week the 18-year-old took her style to new extreme by rocking a blue see-through skirt over a nude jumpsuit. It’s all about showing off every curve in this piece by Balmain. She paired the look with some nude scrappy sandals and a blue Hermes bag. This look is all about that cobalt blue shade while showing off Kylie’s natural beauty.

She wore the look to a dinner date with boyfriend Tyga, as seen on her Snapchat account, making this outfit a date night look for the books. What do you think of Kylie’s cobalt blue skirt and nude combination? I personally love it! I can’t help but love when my young friend pushes her style to the limits. Be sure to let me know what you think of this look in the comments section. Chic and unique or over-the-top?

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Angelika

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Women - I make it my way

I believe that we all came on this Earth to fulfill a purpose. We all have that flame or that obsession, dream or goal in us that just won’t go out. That’s why I find it so refreshing when women fulfill that purpose while doing it on their own terms. Their success is attributed to their hard work and talent, but they also tend to shine a little light on their amazing personalities as well. Here are some amazing women who are out there finding success on their own terms. Who are your personal female heroines? Are any on this list? Let me know in the comments!

Leandra Medine- Leandra Medine liked style. She liked style, but for her. She was sick of reading content on the Internet about “butt boosting” or “clothes to get a man’s attention.” She liked her style simply because she liked it and she wasn’t about to sacrifice that fact for any man. She created her blog, The Man Repeller, to showcase that style that wasn’t exactly meant to boost anything. Her blog is a success and she is now a major face in the fashion industry.

Sheryl Sandberg

- Sheryl Sandberg is Facebook’s COO. She wrote Lean In because she was sick of hearing that she couldn’t be a high-level business executive while also advocating for women. She decided to try both and now Lean In is a major bestseller and those naysayers are biting their tongues.

Angelina Jolie - Angelina Jolie is more than just an actress; she’s a world-renowned public figure. In order to use her big name to use, Jolie has become an advocate for women while also discussing her own life as a woman. She is also a humanitarian, constantly speaking out and fighting for those who cannot. She’s always done it on her terms, whether or not Hollywood was ever willing to listen.

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Angelika

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Spring Cleaning

As the saying goes, “April Showers Bring May Flowers,” so the timing is just right for being indoors getting your life and house organized for those sunny days ahead, right? With warmer weather just on the horizon, you can imagine how good it would feel to get your de-cluttering out of the way.  Heading into the summer season feeling lighter and more organized will help give you loads of time for the important stuff – like some fun in the sun! Not exactly sure where to start or what to focus on? No worries! Here are a few tips for getting organized this spring – from your closet to your computer.

De-clutter your digital life. This one sounds pretty overwhelming to many of us. The work inbox is full and your mobile phone is overflowing with photos and videos. It’s time to nip the one right now. Throw on some tunes, grab a glass of wine and go to town with your computer. Delete old emails that you no longer need and organize anything you must save into folders. Regardless – get it all out of your inbox so that you can focus again. Still got some energy? Move on to your phone – it’s time to move all those photos and videos over to the cloud and free up some memory for your phone. When you finish these two tasks, you’ll feel ah-mazing.
Head to your closet. It’s just time to pull it all out – do a major dump of clothes and shoes right onto your bed or the floor.  Make a few piles: donate, sell, dump and keep. Now go to town. On the fence about something? Ask yourself if you’ve worn the piece in the last year – if you haven’t, say goodbye. This can be a tough one – but you’ll feel incredible the next time you open that closet door.
De-clutter your desk. Is your desk at work overwhelming you just like your closet? It’s time to give it a major de-clutter. Just like your email, being overwhelmed by your desk can easily weigh on your performance at work, leaving you struggling to find things or simply frozen by the overwhelming amount of stuff. Take it drawer by drawer and shelf by shelf, saving only what you absolutely need.
Makeover your makeup. How long has it been since you’ve given your makeup bag or vanity a good overhaul? Feeling overwhelmed by all the old cosmetics you’re clinging onto? It’s time to take a good hard look at what’s still good, what you actually use and what needs to be tossed and replaced. This is the perfect excuse to freshen up your look for spring!
Kitchen cleanup. What about the kitchen cabinets, pantry, fridge and junk drawers? When is the last time they got a good de-cluttering and cleaning? Tis the season for giving everything a good overhaul – and the kitchen is the perfect candidate too. Take a good hard look at expiration dates, freezer burn and all the little goodies taking up space in the junk drawer.
Ready to tackle all of these areas to leave yourself ready for summer with no clutter? How do you declutter?

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MATCH YOUR BAG TO YOUR OUTFIT

The bag matching trend is one of the hottest trends that was on every runway in this year’s Fashion Week and I think that it’ easily one of the trends from the runway that’s going to make it to everybody’s wardrobes for spring and summer. When done right, matching your bag to your outfit can help you create a very on-trend look. Do it wrong, though, and you might end up with an outfit that looks tacky. Here are some tips and tricks on how to master the bag matching trend to make sure that you end up with a gorgeous look.

MATCH WITH A MONOCHROMATIC LOOK – Want to go all out on matching your bag with your outfit? Why not do a monochromatic look and match your bag with that? To make sure that your outfit and bag matching look won’t end up being tacky, give it a little bit of variety. You can do this by either pairing up colors from the same family but of different shades or by pairing the exact same color of clothes and bag but with different textures.

MATCH YOUR BAG AND YOUR SHOES – This is an old styling trick that seems to have been forgotten over time as we went on to experiment with mixing and matching pieces from our wardrobes to create a unique look. Now that the bag matching trend is here, though, it’s a great time to go back to matching your bag with your shoes, just like you did before.

MATCH PRINTS ON YOUR OUTFIT WITH YOUR BAG – Another way to match your bag with your outfit is to match the prints on them. Of course, getting the exact same print / pattern style on your clothes and your bag can be a bit of a challenge unless everything comes from either a set or the same line so you don’t have to do that. Instead, just pair up similar prints so when you have on a floral dress, you can go for a floral bag.

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Angelika

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Fashion Tips On Making You Look Slimmer

There is no magic pill to lose weight – but you can deceive others with the right styling. Here are some insider tips that can make you look slimmer instantly.The Darker, the BetterDark colors help create an illusion of leanness. Look thinner immediately by dressing in all-black garb (other darker colors will do as well.) Why? These hues create the illusion of a long vertical line

 

 



Pick the Right PantsIf you want to look thinner ASAP, go for dark-colored trousers (such as black or navy) with a tapered leg. Avoid those with pleating. As for jeans, the same rule applies: choose dark-colored washes. Opt for straight jeans that go one to two inches below the ankle. High-waisted jeans in dark washes are slimming options as well. For the ultimate sexiness, choose denims made from stretch fabric.

Choose the Right SkirtThere are many skirts out there, but some can make you look bigger. Look shapelier with a knee-length skirt or an A-line skirt that ends above the knee. Want to look sexier this coming winter? Wear your skirts with opaque black tights for a full slimming effect.

Do you plan on wearing a tunic or a dress? Achieve a thinner look by wearing any of these with a slim belt. Cinching your waist this accessory can make you look sexier instantly.

 

 



Be Smart When it Comes to ShoesPicking the right shoes can create a sexier look as well. Shoes with low-cut vamps can make your legs look even more slender. The right heel height can create an illusion of trimness too. Heels measuring two and a half inches (and above) make clothes fall ‘better.’ These can make you appear thinner to others. If you are a fan of pumps, choose those with thin heels and pointed toes. Such designs can elongate the leg line. The result? A fabulously taller and slimmer you.

 

 

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TrendGuide: Cardigan

A cardigan is a piece of knitwear that buttons or ties in the front as opposed to a pullover, which is “pulled over” the head. There is more to this item than the traditional V-neck button-through style that makes the outer layer of a typical ‘mom’ outfit. Embellished, laced, and colorful cardigans can make your outfit complete by adding just one extra layer. This piece is one of my favorites for making the transition from summer to fall. 

Over A Plain Blouse: Pop a cardi over a sleeveless or narrow-sleeved romantic blouse or streamlined shirt. Blouses and shirts with billowing sleeves bunch up underneath the fitted sleeves and look unsightly. If you have a traditional cardi style in your closet, try cinching it in at the waist with a wide belt for an updated look for the office. 

Over A Simple Camisole: Layer just about any cardigan style over a knitted top or camisole, and enjoy the versatility of this extra layer. You can easily dress up a plain camisole by choosing an embellished cardigan with lace detailing – very on trend!

These versatile layering options are the perfect way of adding a new dimension to your everyday look throughout multiple seasons. Plus, since they’re so slimming, you can easily throw an overcoat on during the winter months and still stay cozy underneath.  What’s your favorite way to wear this summer to fall transition piece? Comment below with your style tips!

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Angelika

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TRENDGUIDE : BOMBER JACKET

Bomber Jackets  - spring´s ultimate cover up´s .....

The fabric : Glossy silks and satins take this athletic jacket to new levels.bLook for embellished details for an uber-glam finish.

The fit: A snug fit is more flattering, so don´t go too baggy. A slightly cropped waist and perfect-lenght sleevers are key.

The Outfit: Let the Bomber do the talking. Team with jeans and a tee, or 7/8 length trousers and heels for the evening ...xo

Maison Scott

Emilio Pucci

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TRENDGUIDE: Social Media in 2014

It was a pretty big year for social media… what are your predictions for 2014? 

This is the time of year for reflection and renewal so why not reflect on the social media landscape. When I think about 2013 social media a few things stand out: mobile, content and video. Take a look at my predictions for the changes and developments in 2014 social media.

Your fans will help tell your story. Great fans tell great stories about a brand and social media will continue to support and lead that culture.

Video, video, video. I think video will shorten up and users will tell their stories through short snippets of video. Instagram video and Vine will take center stage.

Brands will become more adept at creating content that will suit specific social channels.

Paid advertising will be a must for brands.

Google+ will keep on growing. Google search results and authorship will make this platform essential for most brands.

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Angelika

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Sydney’s First Instagram Hotel

It seems times really are a-changing with the digital world. It was just a few months back that we heard about the world’s first Twitter resort and now the world’s first Instagram hotel is getting rave reviews! From great photo opps to streaming Instagram photos, the 1888 hotel has recently undergone an unbelievable renovation. Located in Sydney, Australia, hotel goers can expect top-notch service alongside stunning interiors dripping in photos. Even the name of the hotel, 1888 pays homage to the year when Kodak first patented its cameras...

Sydney’s First Instagram Hotel Gets Rave Reviews

Complete with the perfect spot for selfies, the hotel offers Instagram users with more than 10,000 followers a free night! There are photo competitions including an ongoing monthly contest boasting the photo of the month with the hashtag #1888Hotel. (winner gets a free night!) From in-room iPads to a gorgeous renovation, the hotel is a hit with travelers all-around. Although the Instagram features are not the mainstay of the resort – integrating social media seems to be creating a great experience for hotel guests.

Does social media play a role in your vacation planning? How?

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Angelika

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