I Am Now A Superhero

Thursday, December 30, 2010 at 8:00 PM

Christmas wishes to you all! I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas. I have never felt so full - why is it every year we stuff ourselves to the seams?! I spent Christmas day with my family in Oxford and I have never in my life seen so much snow - it was magical!

I was very spoilt this year with some lovely Christmas presents including some items from my Xmas wish list. My favorite is this gorgeous cape from French Connection.

I also a received a very thoughtful gift from my other half - a kindle - I adore being able to read whenever I like and have started to read Dorian Gray.

How were all your Christmases? Favorite gift?

Xmas Wishes
Fashion Fantasist xxx

Merry Christmas from Illamasqua…

Thursday, December 23, 2010 at 5:59 AM

As Christmas is nearing and Santa and the elves are wrapping the last of the gifts and preparing Rudolf and the gang for their annual round the world trip…we thought we would share a little something with you.

2010 has been a wonderful year for Illamasqua with so many highlights and exciting moments for the brand. As the year winds to a close, and to celebrate the countdown to Christmas, here are just a selection of the best bits…

The team at IMATS 2010

The launch of Illamasqua in Dubai earlier this year

The S/S 10 collection for Illamasqua - Body Electrics

The beautiful Myer Fashion Show – Make-Up designed by Creative Director for Illamasqua, Alex Box

The opening of Illamasqua's Flagship store and School of Make Up Art in London's Soho

The A/W 10 collection for Illamasqua - Art of Darkness

Kelly Cutrone book signing in Beak St

Illamasqua celebrated it's 2nd Birthday

Illamasqua opened new counters in Australia with Myer this Autumn

Alex Box hosted a series of intimate Masterclasses in London, Birmingham and Manchester

Exclusive DJ set for Illamasqua from Boy George in support of the S.O.P.H.I.E foundation

Thank you to everyone that has supported Illamasqua, to all those Illamasqua devotees and to those of you just discovering the brand...we wish you a very Merry Christmas!

What will your alter-ego look like in 2011...

Christmas Wishes

Wednesday, December 22, 2010 at 9:11 PM

Now that Christmas is just around the corner I thought I would share with you a few items from my Xmas Wish List...

Now this may be my last blog post until after Christmas as I am not taking my laptop to my parents... Buuuut you will get a full update before the new year on all Christmas merriment I am sure! I also need to share with you all my experience with French Connection, which will be a mammoth post since I enjoyed it so much and learnt loads!

I will also say now, if I don't get the chance, that my blog will be one on new years day!!! Crazy that I have been only blogging a year and lots of fantastic things have happened - but more on that on new years day (hopefully without too big a hangover!)

For now I wish you a Happy Christmas and hope that Father Christmas brings you everything you wished for!!!

Speak Soon!!
Fashion Fantasist xx

Boy George stuns Selfridges shoppers...

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This Monday 20^th December, Illamasqua secured an exclusive performance and live DJ set from Boy George in London’s Selfridges and we thought we would share a little of the magic with you…

The crowds began forming as word filtered down to the floor that Boy George was in the building, and his entrance to the Beauty Hall was met by lots of fans and stunned shoppers.

Boy George began his DJ set for Illamasqua next to our London counter and was instantly surrounded by adoring fans and flashes of photography as visitors to the store enjoyed the live entertainment.

The event was organised by Illamasqua in support of the SOPHIE foundation, with all proceeds from the event going towards the charity which encourages people to Stamp Out Prejudice, Hatred and Intolerance Everywhere. Sylvia Lancaster, Sophie’s mum had the opportunity to meet and speak with Boy George.

All Photography by Paula Harrowing

The legendary Boy George was amazing in store and the crowds filled the Beauty Hall as they sung and danced to hits such as Karma Chameleon and Sex on Fire, it was an atmosphere not to be missed!

Look out for the exclusive Video interview with Boy George from the event soon…

Step under the Mistletoe as Illamasqua offers a Christmas Kiss…

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Until Thursday* evening, Illamasqua is offering 20% off all Lip products from the online shop to share a Christmas Kiss this season.

With Lipsticks and Intense & Sheer Lipglosses available with a 20% discount, they make the perfect treat after all that manic present buying and Christmas organising as you gear up to celebrate in style.

Make sure your Lips are Mistletoe ready...

Give your lips the little treat they deserve this Christmas with a kiss from Illamasqua…Click here to visit Illamasqua online.

*This promotion will end at 11:59pm on Thursday 23^rd December 2010.

Ice Sculpture

Tuesday, December 21, 2010 at 8:25 PM

Bristol is so cold with the snow and ice look at this fountain. The water has frozen in motion and looks like an ice sculpture. For some reason it made me think of some of Tim Walker's work with muted tones and white hues.

Vogue Italia A Magic World

British Vogue The Snow Queen

Vogue Italia Lady Grey
(Photographs sourced Models.com)

Anyway I hope that you are all keeping warm. Have you seen this lighthouse that has been frozen? It looks beautiful!

Best Wishes
Fashion Fantasist xx

Suit Yourself

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Check out the new issue of Suit Yourself Magazine. Myself and a uni mate found some stylish people and showcased their take on fashion by taking some snaps!

Ship Shape and Bristol Fashion methinks.
Love
Fashion Fantasist xx

Christmas Shopping event this Thursday!

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This Thursday 23rd December, Illamasqua's Flagship store in London's Soho will be host to an evening of festive celebrations in the countdown to Christmas.

To offer all you avid followers and discovering newbies of Illamasqua a little Christmas cheer, there will be 15% all purchases in store *

With live DJ sets and food and drink to enjoy whilst you browse the beautiful pieces in store, the evening promises to be a wonderful way to get into the festive spirit.

With a late night opening until 9pm...pop down to make those last minute purchases for Christmas and the New Year!

*Discount not valid in conjunction with Professional Discount.
Completion of an Illamasqua contact card required to redeem discount.

Australian Bloggers’ Illamasqua Christmas Wish List

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After all of the wonderful counter launches in Australia this year, the lovely Christabel from our Australian team has put together a great post for the Illamasqua blog to celebrate in the countdown to Christmas...

It’s that time of year when Santa is finally deciding who’s been naughty and who’s been nice, and a selection of the Australian bloggers have put together a list of what they’re hoping to find under their Christmas tree come December 25^th.

Violet Le Beaux of http://www.violetlebeaux.com is wishing for...

Illamasqua Intense Lipgloss in Follow - Because I need something bright and summery to be my go-to gloss over the holidays. The holiday season is always stressful so my gloss needs to be something I can just throw on and look completely awesome in.

Illuminator in either Fondle or Poised - Poised because it such a bright dewy colour it would be perfect for casual or dressy looks over the Summer and Fondle because it could do double duty as my eye colour and blush.

Concealer - Because Christmas involves long hours and long parties! 'nuff said.

Stefanie at http://www.the-lip-print.com is hoping for...

Precision Ink in Alchemy

Climax lipstick (partially because it's gorgeous and partially because I want to be able to answer 'climax' when some one asks me what lipstick I'm wearing, haha!)