Category Archives: DIY

JACKET AS A CAPE | HOW TO

Posted on March 6, 2013 by

  Wearing a jacket as a cape isn’t a trend, or something new. But it isn’t something very common either. Most of us have just been throwing our coats over when it gets chilly, but with the weather being temperamental … Continue reading →

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COFFEE TABLE STYLING

Posted on February 4, 2013 by

Coffee table styling isn’t exactly something new, but it isn’t something very popular either. Often, coffee tables are “styled” with a tissue box, the phone book and yesterday’s newspaper. Not very attractive. Considering it’s an area where most guests relax, … Continue reading →

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27 PINKX | ACRYLIC MAKEUP ORGANIZER

Posted on September 13, 2012 by

As many of you may know, I just got back from an amazing trip to Durban with the Niqi Living Luxe team. Everyone dreads the trip home, but I was lucky enough to be welcomed by this baby! The raved … Continue reading →

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DIY HEART SUGAR CUBES

Posted on September 12, 2012 by

I must admit, this DIY isn’t mine. I found it on a blog some time back, and can’t seem to find the link. Regardless, it’s an easy something extra to add to a tea table, and reminds me immensely of … Continue reading →

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AND BY NUDE, I MEAN PINK

Posted on July 26, 2012 by

….or whatever colour your NATURAL lip is. I have come across too many people (celebrities included) who, in my opinion, do the whole nude lip thing wrong. The point of a nude/naked/no-makeup look, is to simply enhance what you already … Continue reading →

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COLLAR JEWELS | DIY

Posted on June 27, 2012 by

It’s no secret that collars are big (and glitzy, and embellished, and detachable) this year. I personally adore them (partly because it means less, ahem, assets on display). If your shirt is collarless, you could always make a detachable one … Continue reading →

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DIY JEWELLERY ORGANISING | HIGH TEA

Posted on June 26, 2012 by

Tangled necklaces. Lost rings. Missing earring. Don’t we know that all too well? Organising jewellery is not easy. Bulky boxes and expensive “organisers” just take too much of space and money. So I bring forth to you, how to organise … Continue reading →

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BERRY LIPS | MAKEUP TUTORIAL

Posted on June 18, 2012 by

Many of you requested a tutorial on the vampire lips I had here and here. So here it is, a weird but awesome trick using your regular red lippy and black gel liner. What you need: Red lipstick, I used … Continue reading →

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READY, SET, GLOW | PART 2-HAIR

Posted on June 14, 2012 by

Every woman wants glowing EVERYTHING- skin, teeth, hair, makeup. Whilst those over in Hollywood have the help of the best dermatologists, stylists and artists, we can humbly get the same effects with DIY remedies and over-the-counter budget friendly products. Part … Continue reading →

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Alexander McQueen Inspired Key Ring | DIY

Posted on June 4, 2012 by

I decided to get a little crafty and do another DIY project. While searching through my inspiration folders, I came across the picture below. I cannot remember where I saved the picture from (so if you know, do leave a … Continue reading →

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