dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com Just another WordPress site Thu, 20 Jun 2013 09:27:27 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.2 Tried & Tested: ELES Nail Polish in Othello Orange http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/tried-tested-eles-nail-polish-in-othello-orange/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tried-tested-eles-nail-polish-in-othello-orange http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/tried-tested-eles-nail-polish-in-othello-orange/#comments Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:03:38 +0000 Hazal Ozturk http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/?p=230954 INTRODUCTORY BEAUTY RANT When Beauty Editor Kristina waved her hands around while talking the other day, with ELES’ 3-free Othello Orange nail polish on her fingertips, it looked like strobe lights were shining out of her fingers. No kidding, this stuff is bright in the best way possible. Naturally, I had to give it a [...]

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]]> http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/ankle-boots-the-dos-and-donts-of-our-favourite-boots/feed/ 3 Web want: Mighty Morphing paper vases http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/web-want-mighty-morphing-paper-vases/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=web-want-mighty-morphing-paper-vases http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/web-want-mighty-morphing-paper-vases/#comments Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:44:58 +0000 Larissa Thorne http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/?p=231112 Paper is a seriously under-appreciated resource these days, especially since our smart phones started taking over our lives (goodbye paper diaries, calendars and post-it notes!). Paper is something that we touch every single day in one form or another so it's always nice when we can find a new way to use an old staple [...]

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]]> http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/just-beet-it-beetroot-recipes-to-make-your-mouth-water/feed/ 0 Hair did: 6 office-appropriate hairstyles for corporate dames http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/6-office-appropriate-hairstyles-for-corporate-dames/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=6-office-appropriate-hairstyles-for-corporate-dames http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/6-office-appropriate-hairstyles-for-corporate-dames/#comments Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:26:58 +0000 Kristina Ioannou http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/?p=231297 OFFICE HAIRSTYLES The 9-5 daily grind can be a total bore, I get it. But who says your tresses shouldn't remain anything but awesome during the work week? It is possible to rock enviable, fancy locks while still remaining profesh and polished looking when you're in the desk zone. WANT MORE: For even more office hairstyle [...]

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]]> http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/6-office-appropriate-hairstyles-for-corporate-dames/feed/ 1 Pen Pals: 6 ways to use the YSL Touche Eclat Radiant Touch Pen http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/pen-pals-6-ways-to-use-the-ysl-touche-eclat-radiant-touch/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pen-pals-6-ways-to-use-the-ysl-touche-eclat-radiant-touch http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/pen-pals-6-ways-to-use-the-ysl-touche-eclat-radiant-touch/#comments Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:01:22 +0000 Kristina Ioannou http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/?p=230016 I'm sure by now you've caught wind of the fact that YSL Touche Eclat Radiant Touch Pen is the hot-diggity-bomb (fact: 1 is sold every 10 seconds somewhere in the world). Will it give you an angelic glow? Yes. Will it make your lips appear more defined? Aha. Will it make your peepers pop? You betcha', [...]

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]]> http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/pen-pals-6-ways-to-use-the-ysl-touche-eclat-radiant-touch/feed/ 1 A day in the life of a DDG Editor thanks to Clearasil Vitamins & Extracts http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/road-tested-we-try-the-clearasil-vitamins-and-extracts-range/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=road-tested-we-try-the-clearasil-vitamins-and-extracts-range http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/road-tested-we-try-the-clearasil-vitamins-and-extracts-range/#comments Wed, 19 Jun 2013 06:07:18 +0000 Kate McKibbin http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/?p=230575 Ever wondered what really goes on at the office of your favourite online magazine? Well there’s a fair bit of Ryan vs Channing office banter, many salmon sushi runs, and even the odd furry visitor or two. And thanks to the lovely people at Clearasil, and their new Vitamins & Extracts range, we are giving [...]

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]]> http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/road-tested-we-try-the-clearasil-vitamins-and-extracts-range/feed/ 12 Beauty Testers needed for massive trial team! http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/beauty-testers-needed-for-massive-trial-team/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=beauty-testers-needed-for-massive-trial-team http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/beauty-testers-needed-for-massive-trial-team/#comments Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:44:51 +0000 Kristina Ioannou http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/?p=231014 Beauty lovers and product hoarders, step right up! We've got one of our most exciting trial teams yet and we need YOU to partake in all of the grooming fun. Register your interest for this DDG Trial Team below and you could be receiving 3-4 gorgeous beauty products across a range of incredible brands to test [...]

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]]> http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/beauty-testers-needed-for-massive-trial-team/feed/ 10 What to wear: This weekend http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/what-to-wear-weekend-wear/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-to-wear-weekend-wear http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/what-to-wear-weekend-wear/#comments Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:52:05 +0000 Rebecca Volpe http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/?p=230804 A breezy floral blouse teamed with an above-the-knee (but not too short) skirt says 'hello weekend' like no tomorrow. Think morning catch-ups with your gals, long lunches with the boyf and a lazy afternoon strolling around the markets on a Sunday. Divine! The weekend is a glorious time to express your individuality, especially if you’re [...]

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]]> http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/what-to-wear-weekend-wear/feed/ 5 Wedding DIY: Pretty paper pom poms from Boho Weddings http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/wedding-diy-pretty-paper-pom-poms-from-boho-weddings/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wedding-diy-pretty-paper-pom-poms-from-boho-weddings http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/wedding-diy-pretty-paper-pom-poms-from-boho-weddings/#comments Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:17:06 +0000 Larissa Thorne http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/?p=230207 While we all know that your wedding is about celebrating the love and commitment between two people, there's a small (or sometimes kinda large) part of you that knows your wedding day is also about pretty things - lots and lots of pretty things. Between the location, menu, flowers and of course the all important [...]

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]]> http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/wedding-diy-pretty-paper-pom-poms-from-boho-weddings/feed/ 4 InstaGlam: How to fix a chipped nail http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/instaglam-how-to-fix-chipped-and-smudged-nails/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=instaglam-how-to-fix-chipped-and-smudged-nails http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/instaglam-how-to-fix-chipped-and-smudged-nails/#comments Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:16:08 +0000 Kristina Ioannou http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/?p=230928 There is nothing more aggravating than peeking down at your freshly lacquered claws only to find a freakin' chip or smudge in your polish. Annoying, right? Fortunately, there's a way to avoid these kind of manicure meltdowns in future. Try the below quick fixes to cure tired-out tips. TIP #1: Use a toothpick as your "brush" to dot on [...]

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]]> http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/green-with-envy-a-ddg-moodboard-full-of-emerald-inspiration/feed/ 3 Clear skin doctor: The best treatments and prodz to cure your skin woes http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/the-8-products-to-help-you-get-clear-skin/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-8-products-to-help-you-get-clear-skin http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/the-8-products-to-help-you-get-clear-skin/#comments Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:11:13 +0000 Kristina Ioannou http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/?p=230152 Ah, if only drinking tons of water really gave us that squeaky clean, blemish-free skin we desire and if only banishing wrinkles were as easy as splashing our faces with cold water. Sadly, like winning the $6 million lotto, the quest for flawless skin is more of a journey than a conquerable feat. Until now. [...]

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]]> http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/the-8-products-to-help-you-get-clear-skin/feed/ 0 Guest edit: The best right-now jewellery trends with The Dark Horse Jewellery http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/guest-edit-the-best-of-the-best-of-jewellery-trends-with-the-dark-horse-jewellery/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=guest-edit-the-best-of-the-best-of-jewellery-trends-with-the-dark-horse-jewellery http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/guest-edit-the-best-of-the-best-of-jewellery-trends-with-the-dark-horse-jewellery/#comments Tue, 18 Jun 2013 01:53:22 +0000 Hazal Ozturk http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/?p=230899 You know when you were little and you wanted to steal all of your mums jewellery and wear it all at the same time? That’s kind of how we feel about um, all of the gems over at The Dark Horse at the moment. We spoke to the queen of jewellery savants - Aleen Apanian, [...]

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]]> http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/guest-edit-the-best-of-the-best-of-jewellery-trends-with-the-dark-horse-jewellery/feed/ 2 Road tested: Carmex Moisture Plus Ultra Hydrating Lip Balm http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/tried-tested-carmex-moisture-plus-ultra-hydrating-lip-balm/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tried-tested-carmex-moisture-plus-ultra-hydrating-lip-balm http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/tried-tested-carmex-moisture-plus-ultra-hydrating-lip-balm/#comments Tue, 18 Jun 2013 01:46:24 +0000 Hazal Ozturk http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/?p=230124 INTRODUCTORY BEAUTY RANT I think the search may finally be over my friends. It has taken years of searching for ‘the one’ but after many-a disappointment and tribulation, the moment is finally here. I’m engaged! Ha, I kid, though I am prepared to make a commitment of a different kind and it goes by the [...]

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]]> http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/tried-tested-carmex-moisture-plus-ultra-hydrating-lip-balm/feed/ 3 Switched on: Lamps to light up your life http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/switched-on-lamps-to-light-up-your-life/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=switched-on-lamps-to-light-up-your-life http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/switched-on-lamps-to-light-up-your-life/#comments Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:52:22 +0000 Larissa Thorne http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/?p=230235 By now you're probably well aware of my lighting obsession, but for once I'm not talking about my love affair with pendant lights. Now I'm thinking smaller and much more practical: lamps. It's no wonder they're such an important part of any room - they literally light it up - but there comes a time [...]

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]]> http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/switched-on-lamps-to-light-up-your-life/feed/ 2 8 bright polish shades to ward away your winter blues http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/8-bright-lacquer-shades-to-ward-away-your-monday-blues/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=8-bright-lacquer-shades-to-ward-away-your-monday-blues http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/8-bright-lacquer-shades-to-ward-away-your-monday-blues/#comments Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:51:14 +0000 DDGD - Team http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/?p=230612 Sometimes winter needs the middle finger, am I right ladies? Trudging to work early in the morning when it's fa-reeeezing cold is not anyone's idea of fun and seeing bright clothes get the flick in exchange for dark, dreary garment shades can be a bit of a downer. But don't let Jack Frost win! Lighten [...]

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]]> http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/8-bright-lacquer-shades-to-ward-away-your-monday-blues/feed/ 2 Web Want: A house inside the house http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/web-want-a-house-inside-the-house/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=web-want-a-house-inside-the-house http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/web-want-a-house-inside-the-house/#comments Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:50:33 +0000 Larissa Thorne http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/?p=230245 The majority of the thought that goes into the purchases I make involves two questions: is it pretty and how much. This means that I have a tonne of clothes and shoes I'll never wear (or get rid of) and homewares that I have no place for. That is what makes it so exciting when [...]

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]]> http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/web-want-a-house-inside-the-house/feed/ 0 Sale Alert: 25 of the best sale buys from net-a-porter http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/sale-alert-25-of-the-best-sale-buys-from-net-a-porter/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sale-alert-25-of-the-best-sale-buys-from-net-a-porter http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/sale-alert-25-of-the-best-sale-buys-from-net-a-porter/#comments Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:42:19 +0000 Rebecca Volpe http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/?p=230826   ALERT, ALERT! Adorable puppies, non-fattening blocks of chocolate and Channing Tatum* - do I have your attention? Ladies, we have got a treat for you! Net-a-porter's half yearly sale is a must-shop for every fashion lover, and it's on now! With up to 50% off your favourite "one day" designers, we know the excitement [...]

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]]> http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/sale-alert-25-of-the-best-sale-buys-from-net-a-porter/feed/ 1 Real Girl Beauty: 5 minutes with Michaela Williams from Lather Rinse Repeat http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/real-girl-beauty-5-minutes-with-michaela-williams-from-lather-rinse-repeat/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=real-girl-beauty-5-minutes-with-michaela-williams-from-lather-rinse-repeat http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/2013/06/real-girl-beauty-5-minutes-with-michaela-williams-from-lather-rinse-repeat/#comments Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:09:47 +0000 Kristina Ioannou http://dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com/?p=230820 On the real gal agenda for today is beauty blogger Michaela Williams from Lather Rinse Repeat. This product-tester extraordinaire spends her free hours experimenting with bold lips, big hair and enveloping fragrances to bring her readers honest product reviews and musings on being a cosmetics-obsessed feminist. She's also none too privy to posting the odd Paul Rudd [...]

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