The very nature of travel involves many risks that are completely outside of our control. A delayed flight due to bad weather for example, might lead to a missed connecting flight or lost baggage, meaning you're left with no clothes for your holiday. More seriously, you might get injured or ill before you even leave on your trip, making it impossible for you to travel at all.
However, with a...
With more and more people choosing to settle down later in life, for many, the saying 'you're only as young as you feel' has never been truer.Indeed, advances in medical science has meant that people are living longer and a general 'anything goes' attitude in society has meant that there is less pressure to conform to the 'married by 25' mind-set of previous generations. In fact, the typical age...
In modern times tiaras are often seen at weddings, balls and other formal events; but at one time they were the preserve of royalty. Indeed, a tiara is a form of crown which has been worn throughout history by various kings, queens, and emperors around the world, from Persia to Pompeii. Most historians credit the Egyptians with creating the first tiaras, but since then they have featured in high...
Fashion designers are increasingly turning to the high street to get their designs seen and worn by the public. It is not a new phenomenon to see high profile designers develop their own lines for big name department stores; it is a perfect relationship in truth. The designers benefit from the public exposure of having their creations hang in storerooms everywhere and the high street is able to...
The feeling of wearing exquisite jewellery is, for many, second to none - after all, a great piece of jewellery doesn't have the same rigid time scale on it as a fashionable dress or a trendy pair of shoes. But choosing jewellery can be a time consuming process, especially if you're trying to find a special necklace or bracelet for someone you care about. But buying jewellery doesn't have to be...
Today's fashion world might be fast paced, but there's no excuse for men to slip up in the trendiness stakes. The age-old adage that women should spend more time on their appearance than men is now practically obsolete. But forget about the cult of the metrosexual: it doesn't have to take time or money to look good in men's clothes. All you need is the choice items in your existing wardrobe and a...
When it comes to buying jewellery, it can be tempting to simply follow the latest trends. Whether it's elaborate, dangly earrings or chunky rings that are in fashion, it's important to choose pieces that are not only in vogue but also those that flatter your particular personal attributes. Luckily, the natural versatility of many pieces of jewellery means that it's simple for men and women to...
If your wardrobe is screaming out for diamonds, but your wallet isn't, achieving red carpet celebrity style with costume jewellery is the perfect answer. With some thought and planning, it's never been easier to achieve a glamorous star-style look without having to re-mortgage your home.With the award season underway, a pair of sparkling chandelier-style earrings is quite possibly the savviest...
The main dilemma faced by most people at Christmas time is usually something along the lines of what present to buy a relative who either has everything already, or who are just downright difficult to please. And combined with all the other usual festive hassles, this is probably something most people could do without.Of course, the easy way out would be to give money, vouchers or an item of...
The perils of dressing for the British climate have boggled women - as well as some men - throughout the ages. After all, the woollens don't just come out in autumn and winter: they stick around in spring and often even into summer months. And when chunky knits aren't in favour on the catwalk, it can cause problems for high street shoppers and designer gurus alike. But this year - to the relief...
Typically, January is freezing, dark, wet and boring; but there is one good thing that cheers up this time of year - January sales! It's the perfect opportunity to grab some farraginous pieces to work next season's look around, and to keep you warm as it always seems a long time before spring comes around.A new winter coat is a fantastic investment that you'll never regret in this climate,...
Most of us tend to keep to the same hairstyle every day. We find a style we like and we stick with it, especially for work. You might scrape it back into a ponytail for practical reasons and to keep it out of your eyes, or you might simply wash it and let it dry naturally, adding no more than a blast of hairspray to keep it in place the next day.When it comes to going out it's nice to make more...
Knitwear is a perennial Christmas-gift favourite when buying for men, and with good reason - it's freezing outside; last year's most loved jumpers are looking moth-eaten and threadbare; and you just know your boyfriend, brother or son would hate to spend his own hard-earned pennies on anything as sensible as a new one. Thankfully, though, this season the shops are heaving with cool, slim-fit...
Another year, another Christmas and another round of trying to hunt down suitable gifts for the men in your life. We all know that many men aren't huge fans of clothes shopping, so why not give them a helping hand by stocking up on some clothing accessories for men this Christmas. Clothing accessories come in many forms, so you'll be able to find something suitable for even the least fashion...
These days, the vast majority of men and women consider a quick squirt of their favourite perfume or aftershave an intrinsic part of their morning ritual. You could argue that the criteria for the scent you wear each day should purely be based around the smell that you, yourself, find most pleasing; but the marketing of fragrances means that they are considered a key tool in alluring a partner...
