All kinds of everything!

My fabulous mother (as pictured above) made her TV debut on RTE hidden camera show 'The Fear'. My family found this very amusing as because she was an innocent bystander in the shot. She did not sign release papers so her face was blurred out. Basically she looked like she was creeping it real in the Marks and Spencers cafe window on Grafton St! Very funny stuff. the show in question was pretty great - especially the Hilary Rose nun scene. Georgia Salpa was gyrating and Jennifer Maguire was being her usual comic self. I will definitely be tuned in next week to embrace the cringe although it is tough to fill the void left by the absence of Republic of Telly.

Have you guys ever tried oxygen bars at your freshers week or at a festival? I found they perked me up when I was working at Electric Picnic. The direct hit of oxygen can help relieve hangovers and enhance your sense of vitality. It is a win win situation as they come in every flavour from cherry to eucalyptus. 

I received this super-cute mustache bracelet as a gift from River Island PR. I got a sneak peek at their amazing A/W collection and was delighted to depart with a part of it dangling from my wrist. I have always wanted a handlebar mustache! ;)

Jewellery has been very unique this season and this piece of hand-wear is an example of that. We are butching up our look with spikes, studs and skeletal statement jewelry because not only is it bang on trend but fun and tran-seasonal. Knuckle-dusters have been brought to a whole new level! Would you dare to wear this trend? 

I went to the muckfest that was the ploughing match. It was okay it wasn't just tractors. It had alcohol too! ;) I picked up a woolly hat and scarf and me and the girls wandered around eating belgian chocolate with marshmallows. Yum! It was a great day.

I know a lot of people feel like flowers are just for Summer but I have been loving Rockabilly hair pin curl fringe with flowers lately. It brings some colour and retro-inspiration to the winter months!

I got a Marilyn Monroe type look from make up artist in Mac. The lipstick in the top left hand picture is called 'Ruby Woo'. I have been loving crackled nails even though many are past it. Nail DIY jobs are so much fun. I got my blue bowler hat & retro inspired MTV woolly jumper in H & M. Keep your eyes peeled for the Lana Del Rey for H & M Range which has also hit stores nationwide.

xo L

Lipstick Gossip got a write up in 'The Echo'

My blog 'Lipstick Gossip' was written about in my local newspaper 'The Echo'. I was both flattered and delighted to see the article on page 3. I am now a page 3 girl! Mammy is so proud!! ;) The article is below.

xo L

Great deals to be had this week!

Oh the weather outside is frightful but your wardrobe could be so delightful! Special in store student discounts nationwide in Topshop and River Island. These are the times where I am very sad I am no longer a student. Retail giant River Island and fashion powerhouse Topshop have special discount sales for students of 20% off. How cool is that? I am emerald green with envy. This amazing offer applies to stores nationwide. Being a student doesn't mean you can't be rocking the latest trends or have to suppress your passion for fashion.

TOPSHOP offering 20% off to students Tuesday until Thursday this week. Bring a valid student ID. Spice up your wardrobe ladies with bohemian tees, Rihanna meets Sienna Miller denim shorts and leathers, costume jewellery that will make you literally froth at the mouth. For men slick band shirts and sexy hipster attire that transcends from night to day are in store as well as great shoes for casual wear as well as scarves and practical wear.

River Island hold their offer this Thursday, 4th October, they will be holding their student discount event. Bring your travel card or student card!The event will be in all of their stores, all day, with 20% off. River Island mean business with a conservative retro menswear collection that is a mix of Chuck Bass and college boy chic. The ladies wear is glam with shimmering shift dresses and print leggings teamed with tailored skirts in muted colours of grey and wine that not only elongate your legs, but go well with tailored shirts and blazers or even a military jacket.

May the battle commence!! Are you a River Island fanatic or Topshop fiend? Either way it is a win win situation! Shop 'til you drop guys.

xo L

P.S - Rock the glitter hair trend for winter! Girls it looks amazing at the tail of a sleek ponytail or up-do!  Boys can do it too and go all Edward Cullen-esque! ;) xo

Check out my magic nails! They change colour!!!!

Check out my magic nails! They change colour when exposed to coldness and heat! They go turquoise when your hands are warm and dark blue when your fingertips are exposed to cold. Pretty cool right?
I wore a cobalt blue jumper for my street style shoot for Stellar Magazine and I had the nails to match. I felt a million bucks. The nails remind me of the mood ring in the iconic film 'My Girl'. If you are interested in these nails just e-mail me on lipstickgossippodcast@gmail.com and I can let you know the details of the nail technician Kelly who fixed me up with this innovative quirky look.

This trend is sure to become very big in the coming weeks.

Try it out for yourself!

xo L

Hair today, Gone tomorrow!

I have dyed my hair platinum blonde! I had let my hair grow out for five months so I am delighted to have a change I got sick of the natural balayage. The best part was my hair didn't have to be bleached just a milder colorant which brought it up very bright. Sometimes it is nice to have naturally blonde hair but I love the more extreme look with retro-inspired make up & clothing. What do you think? Is it a tad bright?

xo L

Sneak Peek: Winter wardrobe cravings for River Island!

I am sure you have the symptoms. Your hands are fidgety, your eyes are twitching and the weight of any cash whatsoever in your pocket you want to spend, not to mention the sight of your flimsy summer wardrobe is unsettling you and teasing you. Don't panic! River Island can slake your lust. The new range coming out screams psychedelic but sexy, with everything from studded baseball caps to Isabel Marant inspired Runner-heels. Heavily embellished hairbands that would spawn jealousy from Blair Waldorf and would earn you a place as 'a girl on the steps' among much more to ease your fashion fix.

Cement your style status without losing the accent of your personal style. 

What I love about the new attire and accessories is that they are daring. Individually each piece makes a statement! But a clear one. The statement is 'Über-chic' and it is a label every person wants to wear. The playsuits and neckwear had me literally frenzied. I was thrilled to get a sneak peek of the range at the Xmas press event for River Island and I am delighted to share it with you fashionistas! I wouldn't say it lightly but River Island have cranked up their game in the style stakes. Check out the images I papped of what is coming to a store near you...

To spike or not to spike?

I personally embraced this trend with open arms in February on a trip to NY and I haven't looked back since. It is fun to toughen up your image with alternate textures and colors. I love the peaked cap in the RI range with the stikes (studded spikes)

I can imagine any of the closed-toe footwear with opaque tights (with glitter spray on them of course) and your token disco ball festive shift dress. I cannot wait for Christmas. The best thing about this season is the excuse to supplement your wardrobe with some of these keys pieces that have versatility as well as longevity. What is there to lose?

Below is something that I want so badly it hurts. This blue neckpiece is divine. Very Jack/Rose heart of the ocean Titanic stuff. Maybe the old lady didn't drop it in the ocean in the end? ;) Regardless this neckpiece for me is the forerunner of the collection. A bold, blue, brightly dazzling diamante ethereal piece that even with it's modern contemporary influences will be timeless. Costume jewelry at the very pinnacle of what it should be.

And we haven't forgotten the boys! Classic simplicity is key in the menswear range. The mens shirts have really structured collars that are in fact quite sexy. The suit jackets are very James Dean and are crying out to be teamed with a dark shirt and well-shaped denims or suit trousers for a more conservative look. But with the menswear I think the finishing touches are key - such as the belts, jackets and neckerchiefs in the lapel. It's stylish minus the try-hard look.

Here is an exciting vision... What do you think? Have you got your eye on a sequined shrug, fur coat, 1920s party dress or tweed biker jacket? There is a wide variety of attire to cater for all your festive season needs, while quenching your trend appetite.

The William Tempest 13 piece collection will be available in selected River Island stores and online at riverisland.com in October.
William Tempest studied at the London College of Fashion and worked with both Giles Deacon and Jean-Charles de Castelbajac before launching his eponymous line in 2009. William’s flair for creating luxurious, modern pieces has enabled him to count Kate Moss, Victoria Beckham and Emma Watson as fans. Check out this video of William Tempest's exclusive River Island Design Forum collection in this short film titled "It Will Not Always Be Summer", directed by Ryan Hope.

Happy hunting ladies!

xo L

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Get the beauty treatment of the rich & famous - Sanctuary Covent Garden DIY micro-dermabrasion!

The likes of Hollywood star Gwyneth Palthrow and Irish model Rozanna Purcell commend micro-dermabrasion for a silky unblemished complexion. They get the treatment done regularly as do many  celebrities and models. People go to great extents to feel gorgeous. Black Swan actress Mila Kunis reportedly had a £4,300 facial using rubies and diamonds to remove the top layer of her skin! I thought her recent canoodling with former flame Ashton Kutcher was the reason she was glowing ;)

 These ladies splash the cash in beauty salons but you can enjoy pampering yourself, in a non-harmful manner - at a fraction of the price. You can have the salon experience at home! I adore the Sanctuary Covent Garden range.

I spent €16 on a body butter and micro- dermabrasion kit from the same brand. The texture of the small granules is a lovely sensation and the light exfoliation left my skin feeling fresh, clean and clear. Also, if you apply primer then make up afterwards you will have a really flawless finish. Get Hollywood skin without the hefty price tag and smell appetizing at the same time. Its a win win situation really!

I am an avid fan of the Sanctuary Covent Garden products. They are luxuriant and affordable. I'm in love!



Microdermabrasion targets:

1. Fine lines and wrinkles
2. Crow’s feet
3. Age spots
4. Pigmentation
5. Uneven skin tone

There are many benefits to it such as smoothing of fine lines and wrinkles, smoother skin, unblocked pores and even removed blackheads.


''Microdermabrasion is a highly advanced and effective exfoliation treatment for the face and body. It removes dead skin cells, clears blocked pores and smooths out fine lines and wrinkles. This deep, yet gentle treatment encourages epidermal cell regeneration, improving tone and elasticity leaving you with smoother, more radiant looking skin.''

- Therapie Clinic.

The sanctuary covent garden micro-dermabrasion kit is available in Boots and selected pharmacies nationwide.

xo L

I have some news & reviews Ladies!

Once you try out the sleep rollers (which I would highly recommend) you should think about your nails and how you can make them potentially the most amazing the world has ever seen!
I have designed 'Lipstick Gossip' nails in collaboration with Dolly Nails and I may be prejudiced (definitely) but I think they are the business :)

I have gotten a lot of questions about a dark lipstick I wore to the premiere of 'The Sweeney' during the Summer. It is shade #04 of the Kate Moss Rimmel lipstick range. I love it! It has great staying power and the vamp-lip look is the epitome of style this season.

In fact the entire range is very feminine. If dark lipstick is not your g-string on a chicken wing there is a wide variety of choice in colours for ladies of all tastes.

I really enjoyed company mag the other day. I sat in a cafe and had a vanilla latte in a cup as big as a small bucket and trawled through the pages. I loved the 'fashion speak' vocab list. You dolls should pick it up. I love when magazines are handbag sized.

I am ridiculously excited about my street style photoshoot with Stellar magazine tomorrow. At 5'3 this will be a day where I will feel like a tall lady & channel the fabulous crazy 'Tyra Banks smiling with my eyes mantra' !!! :-) I am wondering what to wear in light of embracing Autumn and whether I should go for a sleek high ponytail or wavy locks! If this is my biggest issue things are looking good. I am a huge fan of Stellar magazine so tomorrow is a pretty cool event.

I hope everyone is having a lovely week! And remember..

Be Bold, Be Brave & misbehave.

xo L

Threw me for a 'Looper' @ the Film Fest!

I recently attended the Film Fest hosted in Cineworld Dublin. Many films, previews and trailers were aired exclusively at the event which was the place to be for cinephiles nationwide. I covered the Film Fest for www.afterdark.ie My review of 'Looper' is now up online.

Click here to read the review of 'Looper' which hits Irish cinemas September 28th.

The make-up special effects were amazing in the film. Joseph Gordon Levitt looked remarkably believable as a young Bruce Willis.

xo L

Megawhite Teeth whitening - Tried and tested!

I may look like something out of Alien Vs Predator but I am in fact getting my teeth whitened. A venture I had never tried before so I was excited for a pain-free process that would yield noticeable results. Megawhite perform an express laser teeth whitening treatment with the full procedure carried out within 30 minutes or less, the Mega White teeth whitening experience is simple, safe, fast, and effective with a guaranteed improvement, some clients can achieve 12 shades in just one visit. My teeth reacted well to the procedure and I left thrilled with the result.

Cutting edge technology and 21st century equipment combined with the exclusive Megawhite whitening product leaves clients with a celebrity white smile in less than 30 minutes.

Click here to check out 'Megawhite' teeth whitening on Facebook!

Check out my new gnashers! I think it has really enhanced them. There is nothing nicer than feeling confident about your smile. As a red lipstick connoisseur I love to feel like my teeth stand out against the colour of a statement lipstick, like my personal favorite 'Lady Danger' by mac which I am wearing in the image below.

My teeth post-whitening

For the smile of your dreams contact the Megawhite customer service team. You can call  086 3424809 to book an appointment @ the clinic located in the Dartmouth Court, Ranelagh, Dublin 6.

What do you think? Would you try teeth- whitening?

xo L

Style of Dublin Celebrity Fashion Show in aid of ABII!

The Dublin Fashion Festival has come to a close... Read my Fashion.ie article to absorb all the fashion & gossip from The Style of Dublin-Celebrity Fashion Show in aid of Acquired Brain Injury Ireland <3  Dublin Housewives cast gets steamy, Calum Best canoodles his new squeeze, Brian Kennedy sings a few tunes. Style Guru Brendan Courtney talks the talk and Dublin’s celebrities & sexiest models walk the walk down a red carpet in 37 Dawson Street and support a great cause! <3

Click here to read my article: 'Catwalk Kisses at 37!'

 

xo L