West Berkshire & North Hampshire
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Falkland W.I. holding charity fashion show to raise funds for Newbury Hospital
The Falkland Women’s Institute is celebrating 100 years of the Berkshire Federation of the Women’s Institute (BFWI). To mark the centenary, they have organised a charity fashion show and cream tea to raise money for ‘The Rainbow Rooms.’ The Women’s Institute (WI) was formed in 1915 to revitalise rural communities and encourage women to become […]
Runway History
With the influx of runway shows on social media and an array of fast fashion companies producing designer influenced goods, many of our readers have reached out on Twitter and Instagram to question th …
On Trend – Autumn is Here, it’s Time to up your Style Game!
The Art of Layering
Autumn has to be my favourite season for fashion. Between the cozy knits, killer boots and edgy jackets, what’s not to love?
While it does require a bit more effort than th …
Glowing Locks
At last! The sun has come out and it’s beginning to feel like summer is finally on it’s way.
Summer can take its toll on your hair, fading colour, causing dryness and breakage and making hair look …
The Globalisation of Fashion
New York City seems a million miles away from here. . . especially for me. My name is Janine andtwo months ago, I left my job working in fashion in the Big Apple and crossed an ocean to make a new hom …
High Risk Dress Codes
I’ve had lots of conversations on dress codes recently following the recent reports about the receptionist sent home for refusing to wear high heels.
Nicola Thorp, a temp, arrived on her first day i …
Bag Some Vintage Bargains at Timpanys
Timpanys is the new online home for pre-owned designer fashion. Boasting high-end designer fashion and accessories from exclusive labels such as Hermes, Chanel and Louis Vuitton from undisclosed celeb …
Celebrating in Style
Celebrating in Style
Jo Downs marks 20 years in business
Fused glass artist Jo Downs is one of the UKs most recognised designers. Having opened her first small studio in London in 1996, she now owns a …
Hosiery
Hosiery commonly includes tights, stockings, knees highs and hold ups. A wide variety of colours and designs are available.
Forms of stockings were worn by men in Henry VIII’s and Elizabet …
Competition – Win a free laser session with Nudge Nudge Ink Ink
Nudge Nudge Ink Ink is a tattoo studio on Bartholomew street in Newbury. We have been in business for four years, now making us the longest running studio in the area! We have three artists, Becca, Na …
Which specs will suit me?
It has been estimated that 62% of people in Britain regularly wear some form of spectacle.
Our faces, like our bodies, come in all shapes and sizes, so if you wear glasses it’s important to choose a …
New summer clothing in at The Corner Shop
Just arrived for the holidays! Gorgeous embroidered kaftans and peasant tops from Pampelone, a new label that everyone is talking about. Pandora Sykes, Fashion Features Editor at Sunday Times Style sa …
Mint Velvet at Parkway Shopping
The Mint Velvet story began with three women who, inspired by a desire for something new, wanted to create a collection which had a luxe everyday feel to it, without the matching price tag. All workin …
There are dinner jackets & dinner jackets
When you order a lounge suit, whether for work or play, or even for a wedding, it’s a relaxing thought that before too long you’ll order another one. Of course you want to get all the details righ …
News from Luna Boutiques in Newbury
With spring truly sprung and summer on the horizon, florals are at the forefront of the fashion stakes. And at Luna boutique these are definitely not about hiding in the shadows and being a wallflower …
Do Beauty Professional offer Patch Tests?
Two in Three Beauty Professionals in the South East Do Not Offer Patch Tests
A recent study has revealed that, despite widespread news about the drastic reactions that can result from neglecting the p …
As we step in Spring. . .
As we step in Spring. . .
(its almost here, the sun has been making an appearance)
We’ve been discussing bridal hair in salon for the approaching Spring/ Summer weddings.
This year it seems we have …
Hair make overs
Hair make overs
The bob is still a huge style for 2015, celebs left right and centre are trading in their long hair in favour of the bob!
Alex Chung queen of the lived in long bob.
Rosie Hunti …
Going out hair ideas
Going out hair ideas
Struggling for ideas for exciting going out hair dos, here are some simple but effective looks for you that can be created by you at home.
For a glamorous polished look on longe …
Hair Extensions
Hair Extensions
Hair extensions have been subjected to a lot of bad press which has left many fearful to try them. This is unfortunately down to under qualified technicians, poor quality hair and bad …