HOW TO STYLE YOUR BABY BUMP
Look around and everyone seems to be pregnant at the moment, from friends and family to celebrities, baby fever is everywhere! With our very own Anna about ready to pop, we asked her how she’s been styling up her baby bump this time around. Here's the lovely Anna accessorising her baby bump with the Acrylic Baby Grow necklace. Anna says to wear long accessories while pregnant to help elongate your look. Expectant mothers to be... just because you’re pregnant doesn't mean your style has to suffer. You can start off by scratch again, buying a whole new wardrobe... excellent, and...
MONOCHROME MADNESS
The monochrome trend is going to be huge this year! Reminiscent of the sixties era, monochrome has been given a modern makeover with many designers such as Alexander Wang, Victoria Beckham and Ralph Lauren all showcasing their mono designs on the catwalk this year. Worn on and off the red carpet the black and white trend is a super chic look that will definitely make you stand out from the crowd. With monochrome creations slowly creeping into many High Street stores, we think this look will be huge for Autumn/ Winter. Beat the crowd and snap up these monochrome creations fast from...
THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF
The Great British Bake Off returns to our screens tomorrow HOORAY!! The nation will be tuning in to watch a new batch of 12 contestants all competing for that much sought after title of Top Baker. Us girls at ALOL can’t hide our excitement anymore, we've definitely caught the British Bake Off bug! Oh how we have missed the crazy cake designs, crumble cake failings and most importantly, the one and only... Mary Berry. So get your bunting out and celebrate with us! The return of one of the UK's most loved TV shows starts on August 6th, don't miss it!...
HOW A DIAMOND'S DESIGN CAN AFFECT ITS VALUE
When determining the value of a diamond, the 4 C's are often what affects the price. These 4 C's are: Carat, Color, Cut and Clarity. While each of these are important, and can have a dramatic impact on the overall price, a diamond's cut alone can alter its value by over 50%. In the most popular diamond design, a circular shape, the cut is what provides that deep sparkle and gives a diamond its beauty. When most people hear the word "cut" in reference to a diamond, they often believe that this refers to the shape of the stone. This...
IBIZA STYLE
Our very own Ellis has just returned from the white isle and its fair to say she had some pretty substantial holiday blues! Ibiza is the go to destination for the summer! A popular destination for celebs, Ibiza does have that luxurious and exclusive feel that appeals to many. Thousands of partygoers flock there every season to watch some of the largest DJ’s perform as well as to enjoy the scorching sun and the gorgeous beaches of the white isle. We couldn’t wait to hear all about her holiday and see all her pictures when Ellis returned. We weren’t jealous...
EDINBURGH FRINGE FESTIVAL
It’s that time of year again for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Come August the streets of Edinburgh are filled with cultural and colourful acts, transforming the relaxed town of Edinburgh into a global gathering. All eyes are on Edinburgh through August. It’s the largest arts celebration in the world, with people flocking from all over the world to watch the many acrobats, musicians and actresses perform. Not only is it about the performances, it is also about the fashion! We've pulled together some Anna Lou of London acrylic pieces that we think incorporate some of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival vibe....