Creativity is at the heart of Illamasqua, led by our Director of Artistry Pablo Rodriguez, the brand is always innovating with the professional in mind. This passion for artistry is best expressed within our new Illamasqua Studio in the heart of London. Discover the new pop up space in Boxpark, Shoreditch for all your tools and courses to professional makeup mastery for professionals, aspiring artists and everyday customers looking to perfect the art of makeup. Illamasqua provides you with 16 courses led by Illamasqua’s Artistry Collective including 2 exclusive courses mentored by Pablo Rodriguez. Meet like- minded artists in our creative hub, experiment with our products and understand the levels of makeup from our professionals. Learn, Create and Shop in our new space! Read more
Events & Reviews
London Edge Trade Show
The London Edge trade show has ran from September 3rd to 4th 2017.
It is the perfect show for those who are working in alternative Fashion, Street, Punk & Gothic apparel and accessories.
The brands you can find at London Edge are Alchemy, Betty Loves, Burleska, Cleopatra, Collectif, Hearts & Roses, Hell Bunny, Iron Fist, Limb, Lip Service, Phaze, Poizon Industries, Popsoda, Queen of Darkness, Spiral Direct, Toxico, TUK Shoes, Voodoo Vixen and many more. Buyers in every time zone will have constant access to the most up-to-date contemporary alternative, lifestyle, pop-culture & sub-culture wholesale collections through London Edge. Read more
The beautiful and innovative lingerie by Simone Perele
Madame Simone Pérèle saw a need for sexy women’s lingerie almost seven decades ago. She created her namesake Simone Perele lingerie, and began designing sophisticated lingerie for the active woman still wanting to look glamorous. Simone Perele lingerie is filled with collections of European-inspired designs made of quality fabrics with embroidery and ribbons. Fashions are made of silky soft fabrics. Simone Perele designers follow the legacy of their founder by never making a woman choose between being sexy and being comfortable. All pieces in the AW18 collection can be worn during the day into the night whether a woman is lounging or dancing.
New Charming Italian restaurant & Bar – The Chelsea Corner
Recently opened the Chelsea corner restaurant has immediately become our favourite! The restaurant is very elegantly decorated with cream and green, to give a light and spacious feel with the charming and inviting bar in lovely dark wood. The tables are decorated simply but beautifully wit rose gold napkin holders and nice natural rose and candles are enhancing romantic atmosphere with good Italian vibe And the most importantly – very tasty & delicious food and a great price, amazing service provided by very polite & friendly staff – It has all ingredients for the perfect Italian night out!
FatFace and Folk passionate collaberation
The brand Fat Face has announced a collaberation with the brand Folk to create a special collection of clothes designed in Britain. Each piece is an easy to wear, modern essential that will become your favourite item in your closet. FatFace started in 1988 as a Sloaney ski brand popular with university students has expanded into a sportswear label with universal appeal. The sweatshirts are the biggest sellers and are more than just urban streetwear, they’re good quality too so they’ll keep you warm whether you’re on the slopes, sailing or surfing. Designs are bright and funky and everything from boardies to bikinis comes with the distinctive zany Fat Face logo.
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Upcoming London Design Festival
London Design Festival returns for the 16th year in 2018, celebrating 10 years at the V&A as the official Festival hub. London will be transformed with an inspiring programme of landmark projects, installations and events from 15-23 September 2018. London Design Festival’s vision is to celebrate and promote London as the design capital of the world. In 2017, the Festival welcomed a record-breaking 450,000 individual visitors from over 75 countries.
The Eden-Roc Restaurant – quintessence of French Riviera elegance
The famous Eden-Roc restaurant from Oetker collection is home to the celebrated team of Executive Chef Arnaud Poëtte, Head Chef Olivier Gaïatto and Pastry Chef Lilian Bonnefoi. With views of the Lérins Islands, and the gentle sound of waves lapping below, this iconic venue epitomises the elegance of the French Riviera and for an extreme luxury experience visiting the terrace of Eden-Roc Restaurant is a must do.
New Essence foundation for #Instaperfect look
The foundation is waterproof, has a buildable coverage & a strong mattifying effect for your flawless make up! The make-up in practical drop-packaging gives a matt and flawless complexion. The liquid texture is waterproof and the covering power can be increased with every drop. Nine different shades, which can be easily mixed, offer the right colour for every skin type and make all the girls look great and #instaperfect! It’s obvious that essence has released a comparatively large shade range this time.
LALIQUE – Exclusive New collection: Les Compositions Parfumees
This exclusive collection, inspired by Lalique’s alchemy of perfumery, jewellery and crystal- making, celebrates the fusion of natural and molecular ingredients with three bold new scents. The new additions to Les Compositions Parfumees collection, Pink Paradise, Electric Purple and Sweet Amber, all launching in Lalique boutiques and selected retailers in October priced at £190 for 100ml EDP.
A brilliant pioneer, René Lalique was the first to blend glass and gems in his groundbreaking Art Nouveau jewellery, just as perfumers were revolutionizing their art with amazing new synthetic materials.
Concours of Elegance – Hampton Court Palace
For three days only, the gardens at Hampton Court Palace will be home to over 300 of the finest and rarest motor cars ever to be seen. The crown jewels of the automotive world – 1896 pioneers to present day supercars. The 2018 Concours of Elegance will take place from Friday 31 August to Sunday 2 September at Hampton Court Palace. Read more