Two mascaras you need to try

Photo Credit: Gabriela Pinto

How does it feel when your eyelashes look long, thick and voluminous?
Pretty amazing right!

If like me you have stubborn lashes that need generous coats of mascara to look presentable, i may have a resolution for you. I have two mascara recommendations that are worth trying and i know you won't be disappointed.

Ok, so the first suggestion is my all time favourite. L'oréal Paris Telescopic Mascara. If you haven't already then do give this mascara a try. It helps even the smallest lashes appear longer & fuller.

Photo credit: Superdrug

If you don't mind spending a few extra pounds, the mascara you need as a beauty must have is 'double wear lengthening mascara' by Estée Lauder. This mascara is absolutely phenomenal! I've been asked if i'm wearing false lashes whilst using this mascara.
Yes, it's that incredible.

Photo: JFXie

Shafina Majid
@oozescouture

In her handbag - Divya

One of my favourite products at the moment is something that every woman should keep in her handbag. For people like me who don’t get enough sleep or are always on the go, it is perfect. It comes in at just under £9 but it’s definitely worth the money! I use it underneath my eyes to conceal the dark rings beneath my eyes when I haven’t had enough sleep (I’m sure many of you can relate).

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I’ve also recently purchased a Mac lipstick in the colour of Crème Cup. The colour is perfect for any skin colour because it’s a mix of nude and pale pink. I’ve bought quite a few products from Mac and it’s a good brand and hasn’t let me down before. Definitely worth the money as the lipstick is usually long lasting and only needs 1 coat to last a few hours.

Image Credit: Mac Cosmetics

Divya Popat
@divyapopat

Key Trends

Great news, ladies! It’s safe to say that there are some fabulous trends around this summer! This means that every single one of us will be able to work some of these trends in to our wardrobe without too much effort

I’m going to show you three of my favourite looks so far, which I’ve tried to make as different as possible. You are forewarned that I am sticking to the high street and there are a lot of New Look and Topshop pieces! Both stores have brilliant collections this season – particularly on accessories – and I for one can’t wait to hit the sales!

First of all, bold prints and bright colours are a huge hit this summer.  They're fun, brave and they take a fair amount of confidence to pull off.  If you love experimenting with new styles and colour, you'll probably feel right at home here.

These patterned leggings, £30.00 from Topshop, work perfectly with a block coloured top like this one, £4.99 from Mango. This look is ideal if the sun is already shining but here in the UK we sadly have no guarantee.  So you can add a few bursts of colour to this outfit with some bright accessories to really stand out!

If you need an extra layer with this outift, this leather look jacket for £29.99 at H&M really works. 

I've also found a perfect little denim gillet for £45.00 at Miss Selfridge, which is one of the more expensive pieces here.  Denim is a staple though, so it’s often worth splashing out on a few nicer items.  

Thanks for reading and Happy Shopping! :)

@Leah_Alexander_

Womens perfect black leather jacket

I've been searching for "the perfect black leather jacket" for quite some time now, and after finding this one I instantly fell in love.

My perfect black leather jacket

Although it has gold spikes and studs across the shoulders and around the wrists, it still has a feminine streak to it. I've been searching for a fairly decent priced one, as no one has £80 to blow on one jacket (well not someone like me, who knows for a fact she'll only wear this jacket 2 times before handing it over to a charity shop!) which is why I was searching like a madman for a fairly priced one and found *this* it was £25 (in the sale) reduced from £50, so I thought 'why not?' It's not every day a girl has a chance to try something outside of her comfort zone without spending a dime!

Gold Studs - black leather jacket

Okay back to jacket now... its leather material is fairly thin compared to others I've shopped around for, yet it still has a comfy fit and will keep you warm! It goes with just about anything (black and gold, how can it not?!) This jacket has now become a personal favourite of mine and I wear it almost everyday...the charity shop is going to have to wait another few months until they get it!
Only other details I can tell you (which aren't on the website description) are that this jacket looks WAAY different in real life, than it does online...but I guess that's what you get with everything nowadays! I would definitely recommend this jacket but hurry before they run out! Also you can even match this jacket with your favourite salwar suit without it seeming too 'risky' – Happy shopping guys xo

Yasmin Asha Ismail 
@yasminasha_

Secret Shop Heavenly Desserts Birmingham

You may have read our previous blog post on Heavenly Dessert

We promised you a secret shop, quietly impressed we paid them a secret shopper visit earlier this week

Secret Shopper Visit

First impression the store it self was a little small however had an elegant simplistic clean interior. The staff where very quick, polite and good looking. Cheeky grin.

The dessert was prepared quickly and looked impressive. A quick spoonful and it passed the taste test. I now know how “Heavenly Desserts” got its name.

If you are in the wedding shopping pay them a visit you won’t be disappointed.

And finally: Heavenly Desserts, Birmingham "Oozes Couture"

Aliza
@oozescouture

Sharons Couture - Bridal Collection

One of the team had some experience with a purchase from this Asian designer & dressmaker. I loved a few of their outfit concepts and I will be doing a full review once we have the final verdict watch this space...

I love how they show the design principles in the designers mind with the below illustration.

Check out there website and let us know what you think

http://www.sharonscouture.com

Aliza
@oozescouture

Fashion Shopping In London - Top 3

Shopping is the first word that will pop into your head when you think of traveling and if you’re about to catch a flight soon or intending to travel somewhere, then you’re reading the right article.

I’m going to write a four-series on the top 3 shopping destinations across the fashion world, so make sure you check them out and add them to your traveling notes.

Knightsbridge Image Credit: drinksmachine

London…We can never separate London and shopping. It is indeed a shopper’s paradise, hands down. BUT… since there is a lot of places for you to shop, you’ve got to shop at the RIGHT place to make sure you sizzle yourself with the perfect outfit after a tiring shopping trip.

London, Mayfair Image Credit: drinksmachine

First up, Paparazzi, celebrities and camera shots…bling bling We have the prime shopping to enjoy the oh-extremely pleasant view.. Known as a celebrity favourite shopping area, Bond Street and Mayfair is a perfect place for you to go for extravagant retail therapy. Whether you’ve got money to splash out on designer outfit or just to spend some time on luxury window shopping, Bond Street and Mayfair is a MUST-VISIT when you’re in London.

London underground Image Credit: Buhsnarf

Second, if you are in town to visit famous shops and department stores, you have to make a trip to Knightsbridge and Brampton Road. These are definitely the places if you are looking for prestigious brands and up-to-date fashion trends. Not sure if you will find anything for your fashion taste? Not to worry, Knightsbridge caters to all fashion tastes. Make sure you hit this place!

London underground Image Credit: Cocoarmani

So this is the top 3 shopping places that I’ve chose from a long list of shopping places in London. Now that you’re done reading this article, make sure you update your shopping list. Till then, stay fashionable.

Nasheerah Salim
@NasheerahNash

Exclusive Oozes Couture - Magazine

We have some great ideas in the pipeline which are slowly coming together. Our Magazine concepts have been received and we are in talks for the final magazine sign off to launch very soon.

The images featured on the artwork are from Designer Khushboos by Chand from the Asiana Bridal Show 2013.

More images from the Asiana Bridal Show 2013 will be loaded tomorrow have been mega busy 

Article Design Credit: Zulf Photography

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Aliza
@oozescouture

Fashion Shopping In Singapore - Top 3

Singapore is a shoppers dream. It offers everything you need under one hub, and in some cases the shops are open for 24 hours. You name it, you get it. Orchard Road is definitely the prime shopping area in Singapore. It’s lined with exclusive malls that will make you shop till you drop. 

First and foremost: 313@Somerset offers an exceptional range of leading international and local brands that will leave you spoilt for choices. Once you’re here to shop, it’s impossible to not make a second trip down to shop again! 

313@Somerset Image Credit: Chooyutshing

2: Ion Orchard is one of the latest iconic shopping mall with a spectacular frontage and cutting edge designs and concepts. It offers the best brands in the world, sprawling over eight levels of shopping space. You’ll have a jaw dropping experience especially with over 300 retail stores to choose from.

Ion Orchard Image Credit: Chooyutshing

3. The Paragon is truly a shopping heaven which features various fashion spread all over the building. Prada, Gucci, Mont Blanc and many more, they’re everywhere. Second visit is a must. 

The Paragon Image Credit: Chooyutshing

Now that you’ve read this, book the next flight to Singapore and it’s time to shop!

Nasheerah Salim
@NasheerahNash

Ladies's Best Friend - Handbags

Enough of outfits, it’s time for me to introduce to you to our best friend – Handbags. Women and handbags, we’re inseparable. It has turned into a necessity for us women, to don our outfit with a handbag. So, in this post, I’ll share with you my top three choices. 

1. Miche Bags
This is an absolutely lovely piece. If you’re going to don a plain single coloured outfits, this handbag will do the perfect magic for you to stand out. This will bring out the wild side in you and it’ll also spice up that dull single coloured look.  
Check out more items from the official website here : www.michebag.co.uk

Michebag - Skylar

2. Aldo
This piece itself is a beauty on its own. I’d advise you to tone down the accessories on yourself to allow this beauty to stand out when you’re carrying it. All eyes will be on you and this beauty. Such a lovely piece, not worth a miss! Check more here: www.asos.com

ASOS Aldo Lindwall

3. Loewe Madrid 
It’s a MUST for every woman to have a gold handbag in their closet…and this is the perfect piece for you to show it off. It’s a simple yet classy piece that will go with every outfit. Check this piece out! Check more here: www.loewe.com 

Loewe Madrid

So now that you’ve check these beauties out, it’s time to get your hands on them!

Nasheerah Salim
@NasheerahNash

Asian Women Magazine 2012

I don't read many fashion magazines however I like to review them to see if they are getting it right.

Having seen this cover online I really liked the style of it. The punch line "Catwalk" is eye catching. The array of styles on the beautiful models immediately grabs your attention.

Asiana is a "mainstream" magazine but they got it wrong on their last release Asiana Winter Edition (read my review on that cover here).

The Asian Woman Magazine showcases great variety of fashion concepts and reviews, best thing is you can read it on line for FREE. Click here to read the latest issue of Asian Woman



Asian Woman Magazine Issue 50

Aliza
@oozescouture

Asiana Winter Edition Magazine 2012

It's that time of year again Asiana release a new winter edition magazine.

Oozes Couture first impressions of the Asiana Winter Edition cover, the cover doesn't ooze wedding magazine to me, to be honest it looks incredibly wrong.  A magazine aimed at real women sorry but it fails that goal.
It all seems a bit fake to me. Sorry to be so harsh but when it comes to beauty don't wash it away with airbrushing.This poor model has had the life photoshopped out of her. There is no special feature on this cover to make me want to pick this up at WHSmith. . 

Asiana Winter Edition Magazine 2012

If i had to give this cover a score it would be 3/10 I hope the next edition is more appealing than this one.

Asiana Winter Edition Magazine 2012 "Does Not Ooze Couture" 

Let us know what you think below

Aliza
@oozescouture

Khushboos by Chand

Even here in Singapore Khushboos has its signature reputation as the only unique bridal boutique that has every range of color and fashion accent. It is simply the epitome of heavily embroidered and detailed outfits that are filled with lots of dazzling bling. Words are not enough to explain the spectacular designs that Khushboo’s by Chand offers. I will the let the pictures do the talking.

Gold Collection – Khushboos by Chand

This is my personal favourite from the Gold Collection. I absolutely love the fashionable stone embroidered works on the chest area and the neck collar. It is a fusion of classy and high end elegance.

Red Collection – Khushboos by Chand

Red is the traditional colour for wedding outfits, however modern brides want a fancy traditional outfit that would portray their modern character. Thus, this is the flawless outfit to suit the combination. What I especially love about this outfit is the work on the net sleeves and the cut of the outfit. It gives you the smooth Princess look.




Colour Collection – Khushboos by Chand

Offering a various range of outfits for that special day. Here is another outfit that is something outside the norm. It has the "Pakistani bride" look merged with the traditional Indian design. The color is  impeccable, if you are going for something different this is for you. I love this outfit so much… mainly because of the cutting of the top and the perfect color combination of blue and gold. Certainly something that I would go for if I am looking for a modern and totally different look.

You’ve seen above from my images what Khushboos by Chand offers, and I’m sure you were floored by the exclusive designs.

after calling the shop for some market research we discovered Khushboos offer a made to measure service, if you are searching for a unique piece just name it and you have it perfectly fitted.

Check them out on facebook.com/khushboosbychand

Khushboos by chand “Oozes Couture” 

Nasheerah Salim
@NasheerahNash