Diana Bell-Heather, Author at A&E Magazine

Steal the Night with Givenchy

Givenchy Night Noir FW18 campaign celebrates the thrill of where the night may lead.

We had the Gucci collectors and the Versace Clans, now it’s the turn of Givenchy who present an edgy underground gang who like to fuse modern elegance with boldness of the eighties.

Photographed by Steven Meisel under the direction of Clare Waight Keller, the images celebrate stolen moments, captured on the go. In a statement, designer said:

“I wanted to capture the reality of the modern couple in all its diversity: amid a bustling scene or on a crowded dance floor, these urban characters always manage to find each other and flock together in the dark. I loved the idea of capturing a Givenchy romance through Steven Meisel’s masterful cinematic lens.”

In keeping with the spirit of the Night Noir advertising campaign, Givenchy will be conducting a 4G wildposting sticker campaign in various cities around the world. The images will become real: be on the lookout, and stay tuned for details.

Stella McCartney’s Latest Campaign is Vintage Brides Dream

Stella McCartney’s Winter 2018 fashion campaign is going straight on our bridal Pinterest board.

Inspired by vintage wedding gowns, spliced together for a fresh take on dressing, the single image released shows model Nina Marker wearing a lace jumpsuit layered under a sheer lace trim dress. Shot against a flowing blush pink fabric backdrop, the result is romantic, yet modern with Marker’s hair and makeup kept natural.

The campaign is the brands second collaboration with British photographer Johnny Dufort and was captured outdoors on the Mull of Kintyre, in southwest Scotland. Stay tuned, as tonight the designer will reveal the full film of the collection.

Huda Beauty Fragrance Is In the Works

Huda Beauty is expanding into the fragrance world.

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Beauty mogul, Huda Kattan made the announcement in short clip ahead of another episode of her Facebook TV series Huda Boss.

Working alongside her sisters Mona and Alya, this new venture has been something that comes from love of perfumes. Mona revealed in the episode:

‘I feel like this project is a special baby for us and having a brand born out of social media, it’s really important for us to capture content every step of the way.’

Since 2013, Huda Beauty has captured an avid audience (Instagram audience alone adds up to at over 26 million) which has recently placed Huda at 37 on Forbes’s list of America’s Richest Self-Made Women.

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According to Mona’s Instagram, the fragrance has been in the works for years with her travelling to Grasse in France, the same place where Louis Vuitton, Dior and Chanel manufacture their scents. It is also the only place you can pick rose centifolia i.e the May rose, so we can predict that Huda fragrance will have extract of the pink flower.

No further news on the name or the release date, but we imagine it will be an instant sellout.

Natalia Vodianova Wears Louis Vuitton for the World Cup Final

Natalia Vodianova looked golden in Louis Vuitton as she presented the world cup in a custom made travelling case from the Maison.

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A trophy like this deserves VIP transportation, so the house has once again created a FIFA World Cup Trophy Travel Case in which it can be safely transported and displayed.

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Right before the kick-off of the final match, Russian supermodel, activist, and philanthropist Vodianova and FIFA Legend Philipp Lahm arrived on the pitch of Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow with the FIFA World Cup Original Trophy in the newly designed case. On her social media, she said:

“Proud to be at the most electrifying closing game of the championship and bringing the trophy in the stadium for such a historical moment.”

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Supporting the French team, Vodianova attended the final game of the tournament with her children and partner Antoine Arnault, CEO of Berluti, and during a TV interview with a Russian channel she was spotted dancing to traditional folk song Kalinka Malinka. She also pledged to donate money to further development of football in Russia.

Can You Spot Your Favourite Model in this All-Star Versace Campaign?

Versace Fall Winter 2018 campaign has been dubbed as the ‘longest-ever advertising image’ featuring a ‘clan’ of 54 models.

Symbolizing inclusivity, a key value for Donatella Versace and her vision for the brand, this unique approach was captured by Steven Meisel. In a statement, the designer spoke the so-called Versace Clan:

“My team doesn’t just extend to my work team. The Versace Clans are made of all members of the Versace family – from customers to models, fans, photographers, stylists, friends, artists and all who believe that staying relevant means moving forward and making your voice heard – all who believe that fashion is not a way to just say ‘look at me’ but rather ‘look at me, I have something to say’. ”The longest Versace line up is made up of a mega mix of personalities – from super models to young new talent in looks that are all about confidence. One of the faces we spotted is the Moroccan model Nora Attal in a hooded LBD, Kaia Gerber dressed in a cute beret with edgy lace up biker boots as well as Gigi and Bella Hadid

We are still unsure on how it will print in magazines and billboards, but if Donatella wanted to grab attention, she did it with style.

Bottega Veneta to Skip Milan Fashion Week in September

Bottega Veneta will not be showing during the Milan Fashion Week SS19 schedule

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Following recent changes and appointment of creative director Daniel Lee, the brand decided to wait till FW19 shows in February to present gis vision for the house.

Last month, Bottega Veneta bid farewell to Tomas Maier after 17 years and a week later put British-born Lee at the helm who said he was ‘honored and excited to continue the legacy.’ He added:

“Maintaining the ingrained codes of the House, craftsmanship, quality and sophistication, I look forward to evolving what has gone before, while contributing a new perspective and modernity.”

With Celine, Maison Margiela, Balenciaga and Donna Karan on his CV, we look forward to seeing in which direction he’ll steer the luxury brand.

Meghan Markle Revives the Trench Coat Dress

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry officially opened the Nelson Mandela exhibition in London.

The Duchess of Sussex has been on a roll with style revivals starting with a boat neckline that she chose for her wedding and several events since.

She also made yellow an official colour of this summer, even Kate Middleton wore it on the final day of Wimbledon, and showcased several chic ways you can incorporate pastels into your wardrobe.

Now, she has brought back the trench coat dress by wearing a blush pink number from up-and-coming Canadian brand House of Nonie. She styled it with a Mulberry bag in the same shade, and added nude Dior shoes.

There was also a very sweet moment between the royal pair at the exhibit that celebrates the life of the former South African president and marks 100 years since he was born. Markle was captured whispering to her husband that she had goosebumps from performance by Ubunye Choir.

Held at the Southbank Centre’s Queen Elizabeth Hall, the Nelson Mandela: The Centenary Exhibition 2018 will run until August 19.

Your Ultimate Guide To Summer Night Brows

We at A&E love a perfectly groomed brow and the transformative effect it can have on your whole look.

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During the hotter months, we look to anything that has a long staying power that can see us through office to sundowners.

Here Menat El Abd, Regional Brow Artist at Benefit Cosmetics, shares the ultimate beauty look that will see you glowing through the summer nights.

“It’s undeniable that the summer heat affects how our makeup looks, therefore, it’s best to use less products that help your make up last all night long. The best part about this look is that it will be so easy to achieve if you have the right products.”

FACE

After washing and drying your face, go ahead and grab the PORE-Fessional Primer and apply it on the T-zone. This is one of the key factors that will help your make up last all night. It helps setting in the make up and hides all the pores, giving you a flawless finish.

The next step is to apply ‘Hello Flawless!’ Oxygen Wow Liquid Foundation with a brush and blend. What I love about this foundation is that it covers what you need and stays on for the longest.

For under the eyes, apply the Boi-ing Brightening Concealer for a good coverage and a brighten up look. This not only covers but it color corrects as well! It’s what I like to call my “2-in-1” concealer.

Since we’re going light with the make up this summer, we’re moving on to a summer-ready contour by using the Hoola Matt Bronzer and we’re going to use the brush and apply on the cheekbones and jawline to emphasize on your features.

For a summer “post-tanning” look, apply “GoGo Tint” on the cheeks and the lips to give your look a fresh rosy flush finish.

My favorite part of any make up look is definitely the…Glow! A touch of glow makes your whole look flawless. Grab your “High Beam” highlight and apply it along the cheekbones and blend. It’s formula and pigment will definitely add the sparkle that you need for a night out.

EYES

For a night out eye look, I always like to have the eyeshadow to last and not crease so I start priming the lids with “Stay, Don’t Stray” Eye Primer to set in the eyeshadow. This really brings out the eyeshadow color and sets it in place.

After setting the eyes, I went ahead and darkened the look by applying a bronzy brown eyeshadow on the lids. Later, I added just a hint of a light pink shade eyeshadow in the inner corners just to brighten up the eye.

Once we’re done with the eyes, we move on to the mascara. What better way to add drama to the eyes than to use Badgal BANG! Mascara. It adds the drama and the volume that you need for the eyes without making your lashes feel heavy. With it’s unique formula, you can add an extra coat without worrying about the lashes getting clumpy.

BROWS

The goal for this look is to have brows that last all night look. First, you need to brush the brows as it is very important to tame them and to identify the gaps that need to be filled in later on.

After brushing the brows, take Goof Proof Brow Pencil and start applying on the brows by creating soft hair strokes. This technique fills in the gaps and guarantees you to have instantly fuller brows. Brushing the brows is so important after filling them in because they help to soften any harsh edges and gives you a natural finish.

Time to highlight them by using High Brow Pencil. This is one of my favorite steps because this pencil helps to identify the brow shape and defines it even more. Take the High Brow Pencil and apply it right under the brows. Once that’s done, you can just blend by using your finger.

To lock these brows in, as a final step, grab your 24-HR Brow Setter. This clear gel locks in the brow look for 24 hours. Helps to keep them in place and works amazing during the summer heat.

LIPS

I paired up two products for that glossy finish. First, apply They’re Real! Double The Lip Lipstick in “Nude Scandal”. Second, apply a clear lip-gloss over the lips, this combo plumps up the lips and complements the overall look.

“There you have it, we’re done with the Summer Night Brows Look. Trust me, these steps will guarantee you a good time without worrying about your make up.”

Prince Louis’s Official Christening Pictures Capture the Family ‘Joy’

Kensington Palace have released the official photographs from Prince Louis’s christening capturing the family ‘joy’.