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Hot UK Label UTTAM London comes to Australia

Spring Summer 2010 sees global fashion brand, Uttam London, combine modern prints with intricate handcrafted detailing to create a distinctive style, free-spirited, confident and individual. Showcasing three Key themes as focus throughout the entire collection; Vintage Romanticism, Nature and Retro Brights.

The in-house designed prints of bold abstract flowers and delicate butterflies work with proportion and scale to create an eclectic style, all united with the Uttam London signature attention to detail.

The 1920’s & 1930’s provide the foundation of creativity for the first trend; combined with contemporary fabrics, finishes and styling these decadent designs offer glamour and decadence through full length column gowns and vintage style detailing. Re-interpreted and re-worked scale and proportion create a truly modern take on this stylish era for a new generation.

Nature is a constant source of inspiration and this Spring Summer channels a plethora of flora, fauna and wildlife to stunning effects. Foliage and ornate birds adorn cotton tea dresses whilst hand crafted embellishment provide added interest and evoke a crafted from nature appeal.

Concluding the stories is the ‘Abstract Retro’ collection which combines 1960’s inspired silhouettes with bold, bright and abstract graphic prints. Volume plays an integral role, A-line designs are updated with the addition of pleats and panels whilst buckles and daring embroidery make for a modern statement look.

Uttam London Head of Design Justine Lee comments,
“From vintage styles to exciting new graphic prints, Spring/Summer is about experimenting and creating a definite look. Delicate to bold; prints and colour are key, be brave with both to discover a new individuality.”

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EDITOR’S NOTES; Founded in the late 1990’s by fashion entrepreneur Uttam Nepal, Uttam London has grown from it’s modest beginnings of selling handmade knitwear from Nepal and the Far East in London’s Camden Market to become a leading global brand. With an established in-house design team drawing inspiration from London street style combined with emerging trends, Uttam London offers a liberated collection that appeals to a style conscious consumer with an eye for intricacy, creativity and quality. The brand is available to buy from key independent boutiques nationwide and major department stores around the globe.

Toxic Burden- Women Put 515 Chemicals on their Faces Everyday

Revealed... the 515 chemicals women put on their bodies every day
By MAUREEN RICE

Women and beauty products - it's a love affair that's been going on for centuries. And no wonder. There's nothing like a new lipstick or favourite perfume to make us look and feel good. Or so we thought...
In fact, according to a new report, most of our favourite cosmetics are cocktails of industrially produced and potentially dangerous chemicals that could damage our health and, in some cases, rather than delivering on their potent 'anti-ageing' promise, are causing us to age faster.
Research by Bionsen, a natural deodorant company, found that the average woman's daily grooming and make-up routine means she 'hosts' a staggering 515 different synthetic chemicals on her body every single day.

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/beauty/article-1229275/Revealed--515-chemicals-women-bodies-day.html#ixzz14mNdE2s5

Many of those are also used in products such as household cleaners, and have been linked to a number of health problems from allergies and skin sensitivity to more serious hormonal disturbances, fertility problems and even cancer.
Parabens, for example, which are designed to preserve the shelf-life of your cosmetics, are one of the most widely used preservatives in the world, and are found in shampoos, hair gels, shaving gels and body lotions. But their use is becoming increasingly controversial - a range of different studies has linked them to serious health problems including breast cancer, as well as fertility issues in men.
Research from the Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine suggests that some parabens we had previously presumed to be safe, such as Methylparaben, may mutate and become toxic when exposed to sunlight, causing premature skin ageing and an increased risk of skin cancer.
Methylparabens are found in more than 16,000 products, including moisturisers and toothpastes. Cosmetic producers have always defended their use of parabens on the grounds that they can't be absorbed into the body.
But many leading researchers disagree, including Dr Barbara Olioso, an independent professional chemist, who says: 'Research shows that between 20 and 60 per cent of parabens may be absorbed into the body.'
 
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There are a number of laws designed to protect us from dangerous chemicals in cosmetics, but researchers worry that they don't go far enough. For example, cosmetic manufacturers are required to list their ingredients, but they don't have to tell us about any impurities found in the raw materials or used in the manufacturing process, so long as they don't end up in the finished product.
The industry insists that our cosmetics are safe. The Cosmetic Toiletries and Perfumery Association said last night: 'Stringent laws require all cosmetics to be safe, and each product undergoes a rigorous safety assessment. The number of ingredients in a product, or whether it is natural or man-made, has no bearing on how safe it is.'
They also say that any chemicals are present in safe doses that can't harm us. While that may be true, there is some disagreement over what constitutes a 'safe' level - for young people and children, or sensitive adults, these levels may not be so safe at all.
And even if the relatively small amounts in individual products don't hurt us, there is growing concern over the number of products women use daily, and the cumulative effect of so many chemicals being used all over our bodies every day, for many years.
As Charlotte Smith, spokesperson for Bionsen, says: 'Women have never been more image-conscious and their beauty regimes have changed over the years, from a simple "wash & go" attitude, to daily fake-tan applications, regular manicures, false lashes and hair extensions.
'Lots of the high-tech, new generation cosmetics and beauty "wonder" treatments naturally contain more chemicals to achieve even better results, which, of course, means women apply more chemicals than ever before.'
If you want to protect yourself from chemical overload, reduce your overall cosmetics usage; switch to natural or organic products, and read the labels on your beauty and grooming products with care.
The Women's Environmental network has more detailed information and advice about ingredients contained in beauty products: www.wen.org. uk; The Cosmetics Database, a website which gives a 'hazard rating' for products: cosmeticsdatabase.com. Or read Skin Deep: The Essential Guide To What's In The Toiletries And Cosmetics You Use (Rodale), by Pat Thomas.

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/beauty/article-1229275/Revealed--515-chemicals-women-bodies-day.html#ixzz14mNdE2s5

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RELAX AND MAKE YOUR PERSONAL CHARM SHOW, THROUGH, BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER WORK!

LOOK AND FEEL CONFIDENT IN ALL SITUATIONS

FROM TRADITIONAL BUSINESS ATTIRE TO BUSINESS CASUAL

DISCOVER THE STYLE THAT MAKES YOU SHINE

Blog written by Angela Barbagallo, Fashion Stylist
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Fashion Review - Diana Ferrari Spring Racing Carnival

 Image: Belted Lola dress $169.95.  Fascinator $79.95

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RELAX AND MAKE YOUR PERSONAL CHARM SHOW, THROUGH, BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER WORK!

LOOK AND FEEL CONFIDENT IN ALL SITUATIONS

FROM TRADITIONAL BUSINESS ATTIRE TO BUSINESS CASUAL

DISCOVER THE STYLE THAT MAKES YOU SHINE

Blog written by Angela Barbagallo, Fashion Stylist
Style Angel Corporation Pty Ltd
1 Bracken Close   Engadine NSW 2233 Australia
    Ph  02 9520 9940   Fax 02 9520 9018  Mob 0407 032 531
[email protected]   www.styleangel.com 

©Style Angel Corporation 2010

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Clothes Calls: Nine Fashion Decisions We've Made for You

1. I've heard it said that there's one hemline that will always be correct. What is it?
The perfect hem hits the top of the knee or an inch above—no higher. Period. If you despise your knees,  wear a skirt or dress that grazes the bottom of the kneecap and a higher heel. But odds are your knees look fine.

2. Can I wear brown and black together? Navy and black?
Yes! And since all three colors function as neutrals, there's not much heavy brain work involved. Especially on the upper half of the body, navy is kinder than black, which tends to draw color out of the face. A brown or navy shoe, belt, or bag worn with a pair of black pants shows that you possess a certain amount of flair. To make this look no-fail, always match socks or hosiery to your shoe.

3.What should a woman never wear if she wants to dress her age?
In your 20s: Matching suits—dressing like a Park Avenue matron just makes a young person look dated.

4. In your 30s and up: Colored tights—too juvenile. Low-slung jeans, shorts, or skirts—no one wants to see muffin top or midriff.

5. In your 40s and up: The schoolgirl look—rounded collars, pleated plaid skirts, and pinafores look wrong on grown women. Short skirts—hems that hit midthigh or higher aren't appropriate no matter how hot your legs look.

6.In your 50s and up: Anything strapless—unless you're wearing a jacket or other shoulder coverage. Innerwear as outerwear—leave the bias-cut slipdress in the bedroom (and, for that matter, the terry cloth hoodie and sweatpants).

7. In your 60s and up: Bikinis—there are gorgeous one-piece swimsuits that don't reveal the whole landscape.

8. No matter your age: Nude or white hosiery—better to go barelegged with a spray tan. Shoulder pads—honestly, why? Ankle-length straight skirts—flattering to exactly no one. Retro trends—if you were old enough to wear it the first time, don't revisit it.

9. Safe at any age: Heels (two inches and up)—they make every pair of legs look toned. Jeans—there's a modern pair made for every body shape. T-shirts—a soft, fitted cotton tee always gives off an unstudied, contemporary vibe.

Blog written by Angela Barbagallo, Fashion Stylist tips from oprah.com
Style Angel Corporation Pty Ltd
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7 Things You Should Never Wear If You're Over a Certain Age

SHORT SKIRTS
Avoid miniskirts or short shorts, especially with Uggs. A skirt should be an inch above or an inch below the knee; tiny shorts are only for the beach. And if it's warm enough to bare your legs, ditch the boots.

BARE MIDRIFF
Don't expose your stomach, even if you have rock-hard abs. It's never appropriate.

TUBE TOPS
The cut looks unflattering even on young, perky bodies, so imagine what it does to women who need a lift. Tube tops smush the boobs and create the appearance of underarm flab, even if you don't have any.

SHREDDED DENIM
If you wore this trend during the first go-around in the '80s, that's a sign you shouldn't resurrect it. In fact, follow that rule with every trend.

A TUNIC WORN AS A DRESS
Tunics treated as dresses cut you off at midthigh. Try a tunic over leggings: problem solved.

BRIGHT NAIL POLISH
As you age, skin gets more sallow—and neon colors don't look good against it. Red or coral is as daring as you should go.

ROMPERS
Adult women should not take style cues from little girls.

Blog written by Angela Barbagallo, Fashion Stylist tips by Adam Glassman from oprah.com
Style Angel Corporation Pty Ltd
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4 New Ways to Wear a Black Suit

Swap in a Cardigan

A suit jacket, pants, or skirt mixed with less structured pieces makes for a modern take on business dressing   

Layer the Jacket Over a Dress

Wear your jacket with a dress nonchalantly, as if it were a boyfriend blazer. Flip up the collar or push up the sleeves to instantly make it look more youthful. The pairing of this jacket with this dress, which resembles a top and a skirt, proves that black and navy are brilliant together.

Add a Splash of Color

Accent black with any bright but yellow (which would make you look like a bumblebee). A red corset and matching pumps enliven the suit. "I'm in black almost every day," Michelle says. "This top is a great update." A tailor can easily line a jacket's sleeves with bold fabric.

Dress It Up for Evening

"Even though I wouldn't wear a sequined top at work, I'd wear the jacket and pants and change my shirt on the way out," says Michelle. Cropped wool flannel pants tone down the shell, and black and silver create a no-fail dressy look.

Blog written by Angela Barbagallo, Fashion Stylist tips by Adam Glassman from oprah.com
Style Angel Corporation Pty Ltd
1 Bracken Close   Engadine NSW 2233 Australia
    Ph  02 9520 9940   Fax 02 9520 9018  Mob 0407 032 531
[email protected]   www.styleangel.com 

©Style Angel Corporation 2010

The Golden Rules of (Make Up) Foundation

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2. Let your primer is dry for about 5 minutes
3. Never use foundation over old make-up, it will look cakey and dull. Keep the baby wipes handy to take the old make up off and start fresh including the primer and moisterizer.
4. To get the right foundation colour test it on the jaw line in daylight, if the colour disappears it is the right tone for you. Click here to receive your testers of best foundation!
   
5. Blend your foundation properly, invest the money in a good foundation brush and use your fingers for the finishing touch. Sponges absorb a lot of product and are bacteria prone.

I am running hands on Cosmetic Workshops where 6 to 8 ladies will try the foundation, eye shadow, lippy colours that suit them and how to apply and where to apply. I run them at a Hostess home Thursdays through to Saturdays during the day and the events take 2 to 3 hours and all girls have lots of fun AND look like ready to go on the town. The Workshops are free and the Hostess receives a beautiful Spa gift worth $132 plus lots of hostess benefits of course for having the workshop at her place. The girls will receive specials and giveaways during the event!

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I am running hands on Cosmetic Workshops where 6 to 8 ladies will try the foundation, eye shadow, lippy colours that suit them and how to apply and where to apply. I run them at a Hostess home Thursdays through to Saturdays during the day and the events take 2 to 3 hours and all girls have lots of fun AND look like ready to go on the town. The Workshops are free and the Hostess receives a beautiful Spa gift worth $132 plus lots of hostess benefits of course for having the workshop at her place. The girls will receive specials and giveaways during the event!

I know you have a great group of girlfriends and colleagues and I would love you to host an event! They are so much fun!

These are also great events for fundraising where 10% of all sales go to the Charity of choice. So if you know of anyone who is looking at raising funds and wants to have some fun feel free to pass on my details!

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Blog written by Angela Barbagallo, Fashion Stylist
Style Angel Corporation Pty Ltd
1 Bracken Close   Engadine NSW 2233 Australia
    Ph  02 9520 9940   Fax 02 9520 9018  Mob 0407 032 531
[email protected]   www.styleangel.com 

©Style Angel Corporation 2010

Book a Cosmetic Workshop AND raise funds for your Charity of Choice

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Beauty by Style Angel is running hands on Cosmetic Workshops where ladies will try the foundation, eye shadow, lippy colours that suits them and will learn how to apply and where to apply.

We run these events on Thursdays through to Saturdays during the day and the events take 2 to 3 hours and all girls have lots of fun AND look like ready to go out on the town.

These Cosmetic Workshops are free and the Hostess receives a beautiful Spa gift worth $132 plus lots of hostess benefits of course for having the workshop at her place. The girls will receive specials and giveaways during the event! AND we donate 10% of all revenue to your charity of choice as well as have "gold coin" donations.

These are great events for fundraising where 10% of all sales go to the Charity of choice. So if you know of anyone who is looking at raising funds and wants to have some fun feel free to pass on our details!

These events are also suitable for Corporate groups, Golf Clubs, Bowling Clubs, Sport Clubs etc etc. We can cater for small (6-10) to larger groups (10-20). (Sydney Metropolitan Only)

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