Category: Fashion and Beauty

  • Miss Grand International raises age ceiling for eligibility

    After CJ Opiaza’s crowning moment, in replacing Rachel Gupta of India as the new Miss Grand International 2024 titleholder, innovation has crept into the organization’s eligibility requirements. When the Miss Universe scrapped the age requirement from its set of qualifications, a few pageant platforms also adjusted their age requirements, as well. For instance, the Miss Supranational…

  • Gamma Plus collaboration elevates June Tomkyns salon hairstyling workshops with experts Aidan Sloan and Luke Kelso.

    Gamma Plus collaboration elevates June Tomkyns salon hairstyling workshops with experts Aidan Sloan and Luke Kelso.

    The June Tomkyns Salon and Academy was abuzz with energy, creativity, and world-class talent as it hosted an exclusive series of hairstyling seminars in collaboration with Gamma+ recently. Australian hairstylists Aidan Sloan and Luke Kelso shared their technical excellence with the audience. The seminars were also graced by Jackson Sloan and the entire Gamma+ team,…

  • Marc Jacobs Talks Inspiration and Evolution

    Marc Jacobs Talks Inspiration and Evolution

    Marc Jacobs thinks of the past two decades in fashion in two ways: everything has changed and nothing has changed. “Fashion hasn’t changed. It’s the same old thing,” the designer said in conversation with former WWD executive editor Bridget Foley on Tuesday at La Maison Orveda‘s debut fireside chat of its programming series called Cultural…

  • ‘Blush blindness’? Do your thing, says Dior Beauty pro Peter Philips

    ‘Blush blindness’? Do your thing, says Dior Beauty pro Peter Philips

    “Matte, skin contouring, matte red lips, mascara, lashes, eyeliner, thick eyebrows, thin eyebrows … they will never die out,” Philips says. “It’s like a plant. Maybe they will lose their leaves, but they will blossom again. At some point.”

  • Spotlighting 10 beauty brands taking a stand against plastic waste

    Spotlighting 10 beauty brands taking a stand against plastic waste

    The beauty industry is undeniably glamorous, but it also generates a staggering amount of plastic waste. With growing awareness, environmentally conscious beauty enthusiasts are shifting their preferences towards sustainable brands—those that prioritise recyclable packaging, ethically sourced ingredients, eco-friendly formulations, and even waterless products. But there’s one critical question that often goes unaddressed: What happens to…

  • I used The Inkey List’s unreleased cream cleanser for a month: Here’s my full review

    I used The Inkey List’s unreleased cream cleanser for a month: Here’s my full review

    A good face wash can make or break your morning routine, and anyone who’s tried The Inkey List’s oat (£7.24, Amazon.co.uk) or hyaluronic acid (£9.47, Amazon.co.uk) formulas will know the refreshing feeling of comfortably cleansed skin. As it stands, The Inkey List has four cleansing balms and gels under its belt – oat, HA, salicylic…

  • Fashion and Beauty: Charitable and limited edition collections giving back to LGBTQ+ communities

    Fashion and Beauty: Charitable and limited edition collections giving back to LGBTQ+ communities

    Celebrate pride all June long and show your allyship this year with charitable picks and limited-edition collections from brands including Guess Watches, KimChi Chic Beauty, Pura Vida Bracelets, and Tonymoly. Each collection honors the LGBTQIA+ community in their fight for equality, advocacy, and empowerment. Here’s some of the initiatives they’re supporting. Guess Watches has launched…

  • These airports still have 100ml limits – so stock up on these travel-size toiletries

    These airports still have 100ml limits – so stock up on these travel-size toiletries

    Most of us can’t wait until our next holiday, but none of us look forward to the 100ml liquid restrictions at major airports. It’s been a year since airports were granted an extension to roll out new scanners that would scrap the restrictions. The hope is that removing the 100ml allowance would reduce airport security…

  • The Impact of Kylie Jenner in Beauty and Fashion

    Introduction Kylie Jenner, a prominent figure in the beauty and fashion industry, has carved out a significant niche for herself as both an entrepreneur and an influencer. With her presence on social media channels and her successful beauty brand, Kylie Cosmetics, she has become a name synonymous with modern celebrity culture. The relevance of her…

  • Rachel Gupta tells CJ Opiaza: ‘Protect yourself’

    MANILA, Philippines — Indian beauty queen Rachel Gupta advised Miss Grand International 2024 Christine Juliane “CJ” Hinkle Opiaza from the Philippines to be wary of the organization the Filipina now represents. Gupta was dethroned last month for allegedly failing to fulfill her duties as titleholder, thus the crown was passed to her first runner-up, CJ. Gupta was the first Indian to…