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Fashion For The Coffee Table | Celia Birtwell

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Topshops Print Icon Celia Birtwell, by Victoria

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Hair We Love

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Summer is here and it’s time to let your hair do the talking (before it’s hidden under a winter hat).  Here is our round up of our favourite, on trend, summer lovin’ hairstyles.

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Essential Shade Style

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The second most trending topic, after the Royal Baby, has to be this heat-wave.  Some love it, some loathe it but either way we have to make the best of it and do it in style and by in style we mean in shades and what better way to start than with these candy stripes shades from Moda Operandi!

candy stripe glassesThese beautiful creations, also known as, ILLESTEVA Stripes Leonard Two are made for me because I just love round Lennon style sunglasses but I don’t have the face to wear them (long, thin!).  What makes these so great is their round lens but the wayfarer style side flicks which will suit most face shapes.  And let’s not overlook the massively on trend monochrome stripe and red underside which makes them just the right side of colourful.  My new favourite thing. . .along with a couple of others below.

Dolce And Gabbanna also took inspiration from candy stripes when designing their new striped sunglasses.  Accessorise yourself perfectly with your deck-chair! The wonderful thing about white is it enhances a summer tan and this shade of blue is so Ocean like you can’t help but want to be on a beach.

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But if stripes are not your thing you can always revert to the classic tortoise shell but with a twist, Stella McCartney does that twist perfectly with these square shaped glasses.  The shape is so modern, almost space age, but the frame is a classic combo which stops the look being too alternative, the perfect, on trend, protection from the sun’s glares.

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Or if you prefer something more understated but still perfectly on trend then it is our delight to introduce you to these by Gucci. Perspex is a huge trend right now in shoes, bags and accessories and lends itself beautifully and tastefully to these shades which are also available in pink, green and lemon yellow so plenty of choice for everyone.

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With so many options there is not excuse to not protect your peepers from the sun’s rays and look good, which shade is your style?

Love Victoria X

* image by Keith Clouston www.keithcluston.com Production by www.onemegamanagement.com  Model Elle Liberachi

As Temps Sore. . .

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I know it’s very British to pray for heat and then wish the heat away but I am guilty as charged.  Don’t get me wrong I love sky high temperatures but only when I can sit in them, in a bikini with a cocktail or an ice cream  Working and commuting in this heat is difficult and it’s when I turn to my go-to travel sized magic box from L’Occitane.

Cooling Hand Gel

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First up is this Cooling Hand Gel which turns to a mat, powdery finish when applied which reduces any perspiration and swelling.  It’s enriched organic verbena and tapioca powder which leaves my hands feeling dry and cool.  Plus it smells so good with extracts of verbena, orange, geranium and lemon tree.

Aromachologie Revitalising Leg Gel

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My job takes me all round the world, actually a blessing at the moment because airports are cold, but long flights tend to leave my legs feeling restless which is why I love the Aromachologie Revitalising Leg Gel. This gel is specially formulated for advanced foot and leg relief and contains Arnica, the wonder herb, which is proven to help bruising and circulation.  Plant extracts and essentials oils are compounded with a cooling menthol and nourishing Shea Butter to keep my legs and feet feeling soothed and refreshed even after flying long haul.

Finally Verbena Refreshing Towelettes

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Finally Verbena Refreshing Towelettes, every commuter needs these in their life. Delicately perfumed with citrus scented Verbena, these Refreshing Towelettes cleanse and perfume the hand and body. Easy to carry, they can be used all day long and are ideal for travel. What makes them more caring is that they are 100% biodegradable so the planet is happy.

 My essentials for staying cool and refreshed during this heat-wave. . .what are yours?

Love Victoria X