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October 22 Style dilemma? Email us now!Would you like some help in the fashion department? Do you have a big event coming up and are not sure what to wear, or simply need to smarten up your wardrobe? Whatever your needs, email Emma with your Style Dilemma here at MSN Life & Style, including a full length picture of yourself if possible. Emma is an experienced stylist who wants to help us girls, of all shapes and sizes, to look our very best when it comes to fashion. No matter what your fashion dilemma might be, Emma is able to help you look gorgeous by finding shapes and styles that will best suit you, all at affordable prices from the high street stores. Unfortunately, Emma is unable to answer all questions personally but we will do our best to answer as many of your Style Dilemmas through Emma's column as possible. Emma can be contacted for consultancy through her business at emma@styledilemma.co.uk but please note all services beyond this column will be chargeable at usual rates. Visit www.styledilemma.co.uk to see Emma's website. Get Cheryl Cole's style!A new website has just launched which is completely dedicated to Cheryl Cole's style and shows you exactly how to emulate her look.
With a team of experts on hand to show you how to emulate Cheryl's make-up looks, hair, style and (for the hardcore) figure, the site is an absolute dream for all fashionista Cheryl fans out there.
In addition to the blog commentary, there is a series of lookbooks with ‘skinted’ and ‘minted’ versions of how to get the ‘Cheryl look’. These are based upon Cheryl’s different outfits each week during the X Factor 2009 Series and also the video for her first solo single ‘Fight for This Love’.
Within the ‘buy the look’ section, there are more lookalike, high street alternatives for the individual ‘Looks’ contained within the Lookbook section, making Cheryl's style accessible for all.
Visit www.cherylcolestyle.com to find out more!* *nb: this site is not endorsed by Cheryl Cole
 October 20 Time for a pampering giftTis soon the season to be pampered, so what better gift for your loved ones than the ultimate health and beauty voucher? The Wahanda voucher is the most widely accepted voucher of its kind in the UK, valid at over 360 spas, salons, fitness studios and wellness centres nationwide. With new venues added daily, it’s fabulously flexible and perfect for anyone who’s picky about their presents. Prices start at just £25 and range up to £200, so whether you’re looking for a stocking filler or luxurious surprise they’ve got it covered. Plus, each voucher purchase of £50 or more includes a free Thalgo Love Your Skin gift set, and last minute shoppers needn’t miss out with our guaranteed next day delivery as standard. Present suggestions: • For the Aspiring WAG Party season means pampering, and any girl who loves her beauty fix will enjoy a Wahanda spa gift voucher. From everyday facial and manicure treatments to looking 10 years younger with Botox, teeth whitening and hair extensions, she can indulge in the same super spas as Madge and Posh. • For the Fitness Fanatic You can’t treat your fit, toned, treadmill-obsessed friends with a big box of chocolates. Show how well you know them with a voucher which they can spend on the latest Power Plate craze, Pilates classes or even ski training sessions, as well as splurge on their January detox. • For the Workaholic This friend may not know the meaning of me-time. A spa voucher will give them the chance to unwind in country spa retreats and hotel spas such as Spa SPC at Stoke Park or Champneys health farms. Or they can even stay at home to indulge with a mobile spa, so there’s no excuse not to relax. • For the Man in Your Life The Wahanda voucher works for the boys, too. 65% of male spa bookings are for men’s massage, so why not treat him to one? He might prefer a heart-hugging fitness class, a luxury wet shave so he’s groomed and gorgeous this Christmas or a romantic spa break – a gift for you, too! Whoever is on your Christmas list this year, make their individual wishes come true. For full details see www.wahanda.com/voucher.
October 16 Lavazza launches iconic “Italian Espresso Experience” calendarLavazza has just unveiled its iconic calendar for 2010 and it's a stunner. Shot by influential British photographer Miles Aldridge, the calendar illustrates ‘The Italian Espresso Experience’ through Italian music. Featuring six of the world’s most famous models (Bianca Balti, Georgia Frost, Lydia Hearst, Daisy Lowe, Alexandra Tomlinson and Alek Alexeyeva) the calendar takes inspiration from six well known Italian songs, such as Nessun Dorma, through Aldridge’s retro inspired images. The images are all fantastic and we just had to show you some here: Only a limited number of calendars are produced each year and are sent to a carefully controlled list of loyal recipients across Europe. Further information is available at www.lavazza2010.com. October 12 Take time out at The Chelsea Day SpaDiscover a new destination for the ultimate in beauty, relaxation and rejuvenation by visiting The Chelsea Day Spa, a privately-run spa by Faye Fasan situated on the middle of King’s Road, London.
With stunning design features reminiscent of a boutique hotel, The Chelsea Day Spa houses an extensive list of treatments, including the luxurious anti-ageing Elixir d’OR Gold and Crushed Pearl Facial (£125) by premium French skincare brand, Jean d’Estrees and the celebrity favourite for immediate visible results, O2 Intraceuticals (Oxygen) Facials with NEW Clarity Infusion (fans include Madonna, Eva Longoria Parker and Justin Timberlake and prices start from £125).
The Chelsea Day Spa emphasises its long term approach to skin and body care to achieve longer lasting benefits with its prescriptive Mary Cohr and Skinceuticals facials and personalised aromatherapy, Swedish and sports massages. For serious face and body rejuvenation and beauty indulgence, The Chelsea Day Spa has also created a trio of signature packages, including:
• The Sloane Signature, £250 (4hrs 30mins)
A heavenly half-day treat including The Chelsea Manicure and Pedicure, Mary Cohr Facial, Aromatherapy Massage and Spa Aromatique Body Treatment • The Chelsea Signature, £180 (3hrs) A four-part package including The Chelsea Manicure and Pedicure, Mary Cohr Facial and Aromatherapy Massage • The Chelsea Girl Signature, £100 (90 mins) A set of express treats perfect for those on a tight schedule or for a pre-party pamper including The Chelsea Girl (mini) Manicure and Pedicure, The Chelsea Girl (mini) Facial, Neck & Shoulder Massage, Eyebrow Shape and Eyelash Tint The Chelsea Day Spa also provides basic personal grooming services for both men and women such as light, gentle waxing with Lycon & Oritree, eye lash and brow tinting, express and deluxe nail therapy (manicures and pedicures) with Jessica, and body treatments. For alluring, striking eyes, The Chelsea Day Spa offers state of the art semi-permanent lash extensions by Nouveau Lashes (£140), designed to deliver longer, thicker, natural looking lashes.
Clients at The Chelsea Day Spa can also purchase the new US anti-ageing skincare range, Face It, Mary Cohr, Planet Skincare, Jean d’Estrees and Jessica products.
To book an appointment at The Chelsea Day Spa by Faye Fasan, please call 020 7351 0911. My first half marathon!Shift over Ms Radcliffe, I've just run my first half marathon. And I did it in one hour and 52 minutes! (Granted my better half shaved 10 minutes off that time, but he's 6ft 2in, has longer legs and is a MAN.) I'm well chuffed and want to say big thanks to Matt Roberts - and especially their trainer Karen - who has spent hours training me both in the gym and outside, running laps around Hyde Park, Battersea Park and South Bank throughout this summer. (Readers who are interested in training might like to know that Matt Roberts will be scheduling 11am runs outside their Chelsea gym on Sundays from now until Christmas - for free! Just email the team to let them know you'd like to attend in advance - and what running level you're at. ) The Royal Parks Half Marathon is a great event for runners, with loads of atmosphere and beautiful sites to take in. We were lucky to have access to the VIP tent so were rubbing shoulders with the likes of Nell McAndrew (who ran it in one hour and 26 mins), James Cracknell, Ben Fogle, Alesha Dixon, Antony Costa and more. And there's plenty of entertainment going on for supporters to enjoy, including lots of tasty food stalls. 15,000 runners took part in the event, which started and finished in Hyde Park and took in St. James’s Park, Kensington Gardens and Green Park en route, raising more than £2million for charity. For more information visit www.royalparkshalf.com or www.pulse3k.com.  October 06 Tracey Malone launches Lubatti at Space NKTracey Malone (sister of Jo) has launched a timeless skincare collection called Lubatti at Space NK. The exclusive range was inspired and developed using the secret recipes of Madame Lubatti, which date back as far as the late 1920s. For more than 20 years, Tracey Malone has used these recipes on her own celebrity and society client list. The collection consists of 17 feminine and beautifully presented products that use hydrating and skin-softening ingredients (hyaluronic acid, damask rose water, natural honey, avocado oil, jojoba oil and shea butter) and powerful anti-oxidants (green tea extract, vitamin E and evening primrose oil). The range: The White Cleansing Cream - Almond & Vitamin E is a gentle cleanser enriched with Sweet Almond Oil and Vitamin E. The Clear Skin Tonic - Rose is delicately scented with Damask Rose Water. Gorgeous Day Moisturiser – Orange & Jojoba is a light yet deeply hydrating moisturiser enriched with Orange and Jojoba Oil. Gorgeous Day Moisturiser – Honey & Almond is an intensive yet gentle moisturiser and the perfect ‘pick me up’ for tired, dry skin. Dreamy Night Cream – Mango & Avocado is a luxurious and comforting cream to hydrate your skin at night. There are also body lotions and bath oils available in Tuberose & Mimosa, Wild Violet, Bergamot & Grapefruit and the delicate Scented Rose. We love the Sparkling Eye Gel infused with Aloe Vera & Green Tea Extract which has anti-inflammatory properties will also help to calm redness and reduce puffiness. The Lubatti Collection will be available at Space NK and through www.lubatti.com. Brighten up your day with Elemis's 'Essential Beauty Secrets’ in aid of Breast Cancer CareBreast Cancer is the most commonly diagnosed Cancer in the UK and this October Elemis is delighted to be supporting Breast Cancer Care with a donation to the registered charity. Elemis has created a limited edition collection called ‘Essential Beauty Secrets’ to coincide with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, (RRP £50, saving over £75). Presented in a fuchsia pink cosmetic bag, the collection contains four award-winning Elemis products, including the Limited Edition Pro-Collagen Lifting Treatment Neck and Bust ‘boob tube’. The kit includes a 5 Step Breast Check guide to make sure you regularly monitor yourself for any abnormal changes. The four Elemis products contained in this collection are… Pro-Collagen Lifting Treatment Neck and Bust 15ml (in the exclusive pink Elemis boob tube) Noella Gabriel, Director of Product & Treatment Development at Elemis says: “We wanted to create this exclusive and affordable collection to help raise awareness of Breast Cancer Care nationally. At the same time, we are giving ladies the feel-good-factor of these great products, in a stunning pink cosmetics bag. We hope the ‘boob tube’ is a reminder to do the 5 step check regularly.” Elemis Essential Beauty Secrets (RRP £50) is available to buy from timetospa.co.uk, selected salons, spas and department stores. For stockists, mail order & enquiries call the Elemis Customer Care Centre on Mary Portas launches V Day: get volunteering!Mary Portas spent most of the summer challenging us to think about how we use and donate to charity shops. Now she wants us to think about giving up a bit of our time to work there ourselves. On Friday 9th October, she’s launching her very first V Day. V Day is about volunteering in a completely new way; on your own terms. No more long term commitments. Drop in for a half day, a few days, a week. “I see volunteering as being a bit like a relationship. You wouldn’t expect long-term commitment on the first date. V Day is a flirtation with volunteering, before deciding if you want to come back for more.” – says Mary. V Day is being filmed as part of a Mary Queen of Charity Shops Revisit programme for BBC2. In the last series, Mary (BBC2, June ’09) successfully overhauled the look and feel of charity stores around the country. Now Mary’s turning her attention to the remaining challenge – getting more people, of all ages and backgrounds, to volunteer. “Working with charity shops is the best thing I’ve ever done. It really does make a difference to people’s lives," says Mary. The first V Day will be held on Friday 9th October 2009 in 20 charity shops around London. It is jointly coordinated by Mary Portas, Help The Aged, Age Concern, Mind, North London Hospice, Save The Children, Sue Ryder Care and The National Association of Charity Shops. To volunteer go to www.charityshopvday.org and find out more.  |
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