May 2015

May 25, 2015

Fashion Trends According to Google: The Search Engine Style Forecaster

When it comes to personal style, we rely on input from any number of sources: our favourite blogs, our chicest friends, street-style inspiration, Olivia Palermo (absolute fave). Our newest consultant? Google.

The search-engine-giant recently released its Spring 2015 Fashion Trends Report, and despite being a report, it’s actually really interesting. Basically, by taking the fashion terms that people are and aren’t searching for and comparing those numbers to years past, Google has determined, in a nutshell, what’s hot and what’s not (respectfully, most of these trends have already arrived in full force, or already left the scene, as the case may be).

Here’s what Google is predicting…

About To Take Off (fair to say this is already trending): The Midi Skirt
This super-flattering skirt has been steadily on the rise for a few years and is poised for a breakout this spring and summer. (Ahem, we heralded the style back in 2013.) Worn sleek and tight or high-waisted and floaty, the middle child is finally getting its due, and we recommend getting in on the action.

About To Take Off: The Tulle Skirt
Blame Carrie Bradshaw or ballerinas, but this ultra-feminine style has been creeping up the Google ranks in recent years. And we love it! A little tip: pair it with tougher pieces, like a biker jacket, to avoid comparisons to Clara from The Nutcracker.

About To Take Off: Palazzo Pants
These guys get a bad rap, but we’re all about rocking this easy, breezy trend. The key here is balancing proportions. Pair wide, billowy pants with a more fitted top, lest you get lost in the fabric.

In For Now: Shift Dresses
Shift dresses have been around forever; we’re not big fans, however, we can agree that they’re effortless and have a throw-on-and-go sensibility; and for pretending we’re Jackie O summering on Nantucket.

In For Now: High-Waisted Bikinis
We’ve long loved this cut for its leg-lengthening powers, but it seems to be especially on-trend this summer.

Fleeting Trend: Neoprene Swimsuits
Unlike their high-waisted counterparts, neoprene suits are a more time-sensitive fad. Sure, you’ll wear the hell out of it this summer, but come 2016…. who knows? Our advice: If you’re trend-crazy, go for it. Just don’t blow an entire month’s rent on one. Truth be known, if we never see another gaggle of girls wearing these, it’ll be too soon, #overtrend!

Fleeting Trend: Kale Sweatshirts
Another “here today, gone tomorrow” pick: quirky sweatshirts. If you’re into clothing emblazoned with your favourite green, go for it, but we’ll be skipping this one, thank you very much.

On The Way Out: Peplum Dresses
Peplums had a pretty long 15 minutes, but based on a few years of decreased searches, Google has proclaimed them officially dead. RIP, poufy middles. Feel free to never come back!

On The Way Out: String Bikinis
And with that, 99.9 percent of the world’s female population rejoices.

Cooling Off: Skinny Jeans
It seems our beloved skinnies are falling out of fashionable favour. We’ll still wear them, but we’ll also look to other styles like flares and boyfriend jeans. And don’t fret, we’ve got all your denim needs covered in our Denim Trend Report.

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May 24, 2015

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WIN: A 100% New Zealand Made Possum/Wool Throw Valued At $362

In times when most locally run textile houses have closed their doors – one smart, mill in NZ is continuing to grow and delight overseas interest.

Inter-weave is a NZ firm that designs and manufactures luxurious wool textiles and throws. These products are sold throughout the world to high-end wholesalers and furniture manufacturers such a Knoll New York, Ralph Lauren and Rubelli of Italy.

“Our story is one of a kind as we are one of the last weavers left in NZ, and have a larger overseas presence than local, “ Managing Director, Tracy March says.

Inter-weave has won awards in the US as recently as June last year. In 2014 winning a silver at Neocon, Chicago; Inter-weave also won a highly sought-after contract through Maxell Rodgers several years ago to supply bed throws to the Venetian Hotel in Los Vegas.

“We are 100% NZ owned, use NZ wool, have yarn spun in NZ, then design, dye, weave and finish all our products on site in Auckland, something very rare these days indeed,” – Managing Director, Tracy March says.

“Like so many different New Zealand industries, our company defies the ‘bigger is better’ tag; instead we simply work smarter across every facet of our operation Our fabrics lend ambiance and atmosphere to any space. The geometric designs can add to modern architectural elements, and our textures have the ability to soften them and add a new organic dimension.”

This year, Inter-weave is branching into throws. These throws are a stunning blend of wool and possum – which unsurprisingly have been flying out the door, since going on sale in January. Also, as a foray into the Fashion world, ponchos were featured in last year’s NZ Fashion Week, collaborating with Hailwood & Stolen Girlfriends Club.

In recognition of 100% NZ made, luxurious, quality craftmanship, we’ve got one of these stunning Inter-weave possum/wool throws, valued at $362, up for grabs! As hard as it will be to part with it, we will be giving away a reversible Tuna-Charcoal ‘Birds on a Wire’ throw to one lucky ‘Gurl Interrupted’ follower; and here’s how you can win…

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THIS COMPETITION HAS NOW CLOSED – Congratulations to Gemma G, who has won herself this beautiful Inter-weave throw!

WIN WIN WIN –

Simply comment below telling us why you’d love to own this fabulous 100% possum/wool throw

Make sure you’ve subscribed to Gurlinterrupted.com (enter your email address at the top right of this post to subscribe – we will be checking all entries qualify to win)

And that’s it – it’s that simple!

To see the full range of beautiful NZ made Inter-weave products, head to: www.inter-weave.co.nz

This competition is open to NZ Residents only. The winner will be chosen via random.org and will be drawn on Thursday 28th May.

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May 24, 2015

Gurlinterrupted In Culture

Coffee Table Need A Makeover? 10 Timeless Books To Put On Display.

Don’t discount the power of a coffee-table book. A big, beautiful tome is one of the easiest ways to liven up your living room; think of it as an accessory, not just reading material. Here, 10 timeless books, spanning everything from fashion and decor to travel and food…

For the shutterbug: “Steve McCurry: The Iconic Photographs”
A collection of the most memorable photographs captured by Steve McCurry, the legendary National Geographic photographer who shot the infamous Afghan girl for a 1984 magazine cover. The oversize pages feature breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cultures and no shortage of intriguing subjects.

For the decorator: “Vogue Living: Houses, Gardens, People”
This expansive table book features the incredible homes and gardens of 36 influential people–from Janet de Botton’s estate in Provence to Oscar de la Renta’s Punta Cana abode. It’s graceful, elegant photography combined with haute style, and it’s everything we adore about Vogue.

For the cinephile: “The Wes Anderson Collection”
Anyone who’s ever marveled at Anderson’s smart, funny and unbelievably symmetrical films will adore this collection of previously unseen behind-the-scenes photos, hand-drawn storyboards, character inspiration and more.

For the culture-obsessed: “Vanity Fair 100 Years: From the Jazz Age to Our Age”
Fans of the magazine will devour this absolutely beautiful written and visual history of its hundred years.

For the fashionista: “Diana Vreeland Memos: The Vogue Years”
The legendary and eccentric Vogue editor in chief was known for her memos, proclaiming her strong opinions on topics from berets to blue jeans. Here, her grandson collects some of Vreeland’s best in a stylish and witty compilation.

For the musician: “Rock and Roll Stories”
Springsteen. Michael Jackson. The Stones. Rock-and-roll photographer Lynn Goldsmith has shot some of the biggest names in music in the studio, on the tour bus and in concert. And all of those epic moments are chronicled in this volume.

For the nature lover: “Genesis”
No photographer quite captures the natural world like Sabastiao Salgado. This book is a “photographic homage to our planet in its natural state,” and his grand, sweeping landscapes remind us just how precious it is.

For the entertainer: “I Like You: Hospitality Under the Influence”
Comedienne Amy Sedaris’s guide to entertaining is side-splittingly funny and absolutely wonderful.

For the traveler: “Paris in Color”
Guaranteed to give you wanderlust, Nichole Robertson’s photos are simple yet romantic–a blue window of Le Marais, a red chair outside a French bistro–all arranged by color.

For the architect: “Frank Lloyd Wright: The Rooms”
Though Wright is more famous for his architectural designs, his interiors are not to be overlooked–especially when presented as beautifully as they are in this tome.

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May 21, 2015

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MAC Cosmetics – Wash & Dry Collection

It’s full steam ahead as the M·A·C Wash & Dry Laundromat opens for business, so make a date with good, clean fun. The suds are rising and the gossip is ﬂowing with this breezy bronzing collection inspired by bright, fresh hues perfect for a full spin or just a quick tumble. All in super-sleek packaging to set your cycle to chic!

Yes, it’s a new limited collection from MAC! Yes, it’s amazing! Yes, I’m once again giddy with excitement, as I am about everything MAC releases. But what’s so special about this collection? What are the standouts, I hear you say. Well, thanks for asking; you know when it comes to MAC, I’m only too happy to answer…

Firstly, let me just make mention of the fabulous sleek packaging; as with MAC’s Alluring Aquatics Collection (yes, still swooning) this is one for my fellow ‘MAC collectors’! Bright, fun and colourful, during these cooler months here in New Zealand, we’ll forever be reminded of the warm weather with this summer-inspired packaging.

While there’s no one particular item I don’t love in this collection, my absolute standouts are:

MAC Freshen Up Highlight Powder – although MAC Freshen Up is defined as a highlighter powder, it is also a blush with three shades. I adore this colour combination. It’s multi-purpose, soft, shimmery and borderline ethereal. The powder is finely milled, it’s not powdery nor stiff; and if you’re in the market for a customisable, super-pretty blush & highlighter, Freshen Up is something you shouldn’t miss from MAC’s Wash & Dry Collection.

Morange Lipstick – a vivid orange-red with an amplified finish. There is something about this colour with the gorgeous limited edition packaging. I wore this one today, applied one coat and blotted to apply again. Boom, lipstick sorted for all-day wear! It’s very long-lasting and I could wear it without a liner. There’s also no drying or flaking – bonus! Morange wears beautifully with the Freshen Up Highlight Powder. I do love that MAC thinks about their collections in-depth; every collection works together seamlessly.

Veluxe Pearlfusion Shadow Trio – I’m sorry, I can’t tell you which is best, these are all just too damn perfect to choose one trio. Ok, if I have to say one, I guess I’ll say Warm Wash (only because that’s what I’m wearing today) but honestly, they’re all amazing, they’re all MAC perfection, they’re all pure luxury!

Check out the collection here and get ready to head in-store the moment the collection releases to ensure you don’t miss out. For kiwis, this limited collection drops 1 June 2015…

LIPSTICK
Crème d’Nude light beige-pink nude (cremesheen)
Morange vivid orange (amplified)
Steam Heat vivid yellow-red (satin)
Tumble Dry light peachy coral (lustre)

LIPGLASS
Domestic Diva frosty watery pink
Girl on Board light crème nude
Hot/Cold true red
Laundry List vivid orange

TECHNAKOHL LINER
Coin Operated metal grey with silver pearl
Colour Matters lime
Practice Makes Perfect deep blue-green
Sudsy marine blue

VELUXE PEARLFUSION SHADOW TRIO
Green Clean pale white-green, lime, deep khaki with gold pearl
Warm Wash white with orange-gold pearl, peachy orange, copper gold bronze
Permanent Press white beige, calm brown-bronze, black with gold pearl

POWDER BLUSH
Hipness light peach
Crisp Whites pale tangerine with pearl

HIGH-LIGHT POWDER
Freshen Up colour wave – ranging from coral to neutral

MAC STUDIO NAIL LACQUER
Monday Blues blue (cream)
Washeteria blue green (cream)

FALSE LASHES WATERPROOF Stay Black!

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May 11, 2015

Gurlinterrupted In Beautiful Editorials, Fashion

Beautiful Editorials: Witching Hour Meets Couture

Though it may not be Halloween, if ever there was a beautiful editorial to inspire your costume, this would be it! A collation of all the best ‘spooky x couture’ editorials, melded into one. Evoking a night when witches come out to play and ghosts come out to haunt us, let fashion photography inspire your imagination.

Image credit: Thom Kerr, darkbeautymag, vogue us, fashionology, fashionreserved, glossynewsstand, fashiongonerouge, Maria Kirienko

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May 10, 2015

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Bobbi Brown Cosmetics Launches First E-Commerce Site With Smith and Caughey’s

Bobbi Brown Cosmetics has announced some pretty exciting news – the launch of its first e-commerce site in New Zealand with retailer Smith and Caughey’s.

Now you can browse and shop the entire Bobbi Brown range of chic and modern colour cosmetics, luxurious skincare products and limited edition collections in one convenient online destination at www.smithandcaugheys.co.nz.

Hayley Williams, Brand General Manager for Bobbi Brown New Zealand comments, “We are excited to announce that our products are available online from www.smithandcaugheys.co.nz. New Zealand women across the country can now purchase Bobbi Brown products online and have them conveniently delivered to their door, which is a great option for those women who are unable to visit our counters.”

To view the Bobbi Brown product listing please visit www.smithandcaugheys.co.nz.

For further information visit www.facebook.com/BobbiBrownNewZealand Bobbi Brown Cosmetics will continue to be available at Department stores across the country as well as the Britomart Studio in Auckland.

Thinking about your next Bobbi Brown purchase? Here are the products we’ve been using and loving; we know you’re going to want to check these out beauties out too…

Intensive Skin Serum Foundation – There’s a new foundation in town that promises to majorly raise the bar as far as beautiful skin is concerned – and it’s all thanks to a certain lady called Bobbi Brown. She’s created the perfect hybrid concoction, fusing the skin-loving benefits of a super-charged serum with the flawless, skin tone correcting coverage of foundation. All in a bid to go beyond a superficial finish and improve skin deep from within.

A round of applause goes out to the clever formula, which is so silken, it literally glides over your skin, and the result, a flawless foundation look. Absolutely heavenly!

Face Mist Brume Visage – A skin boosting spray that hydrates and soothes skin for a healthy glow. This water-based formula instantly sets and revitalises makeup for a fresh appearance with long-term moisturising benefits. It is enriched with vitamins and botanical extracts and the calming scent of Lavender and Geranium Essential Oils which helps to soothe skin for a healthy looking complexion while moisturising the skin for a plumped-up look and feel. It smells amazing, it feels refreshing and we know you’re going to love this one!

Face and Body Bronzing Duo – A double-duty bronzer for face and body for a true all-over glow. This duo is the perfect choice if you’re looking for a beautiful, subtle bronzer (one that won’t turn you orange!). Bobbi Brown’s cult classic bronzer allows for each shade to be used separately or blended together. The large-sized compact makes it easy to sweep bronzer over the face, neck, décolletage, and arms.

It’s great to wear lightly for a subtle cheek glow or as an all over body bronze. The powder is pigmented and smooth, as well as easy to blend and buff and the compact is huge, so it’s not likely you’ll run out of product any time soon.

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May 10, 2015

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Introducing The New ‘ghd platinum’

On a constant quest to deliver breakthrough styling innovation, ghd introduces the new ghd platinum™, their best styler ever. Taking the guilt out of heat styling, ghd platinum uses safer-for-hair heat that delivers ultimate styling results in just one stroke; the best just got better.

What’s more, hair has been proven to be healthier, stronger and shinier in independent testing at Princeton University. Using ghd’s patented tri-zone™ technology, ghd platinum™ works quickly and effectively to straighten, curl and style hair resulting in 20 percent shinier hair and reducing breakage by over 50 percent. In just one stroke hair can be styled without compromising the health of your hair. A unique patented wishbone hinge and ergonomic design allows for perfect plate alignment and better control, wider plates also help to create your quickest style yet.

Now, while I can’t ‘officially’ guarantee this as such (between you and me, I guarantee it) I’m pretty damn sure the ghd platinum will change your hair game completely! I’ve been using my new ghd platinum every day for the last week and I don’t think I’ve every had so many compliments on my hair before! From “have you been to the salon?” to “have you dyed your hair?” “Have you cut your hair?” and “whats different with your hair? It’s sooo shiny!” In truth, the only change in my hair routine has been the addition of my ghd platinum. I’ve yet to be disappointed by a ghd hair tool, but this new ‘platinum styler’ is ghd bringing their ‘A game’!

As well as its new innovative design and performance, ghd platinum also includes all the features that ghd fans love:
– A heat-resistant plate guard to protect surfaces after styling
– Sleep mode for complete peace of mind, ghd platinum switches off after 30 minutes unused
– Beautiful ergonomic design that makes ghd platinum easy to use
– Ability to create gorgeous curls and waves as well as ghd’s signature straight look
– Available in classic matte black or contemporary matte white

ghd platinum™ black and white styler is available from late May from approved ghd salons and www.ghdhair.com/nz. For stockist information call 0800 880 209, RRP $360.

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May 9, 2015

Gurlinterrupted In Fashion

The Affordable Winter Wardrobe Edition With The Warehouse

We’re all about an affordable winter wardrobe and The Warehouse never fails to provide just that! We’ve perused the 2015 winter lookbook and picked out a few of our key on-trend pieces to give you a taste of what you can find for the cooler season, at The Warehouse.

If you’re after sweet kicks, on-trend handbags, hats to take you from day to night, stylish skirts, cool cardies and the snuggliest of jumpers, they’re all available at The Warehouse, and are all completely affordable…

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May 3, 2015

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The 2015 Mother’s Day Gift Guide…

Wondering what to get mum this Mother’s Day? With exactly one week until the big day, a gift guide would be pretty handy right about now huh!? Well, check out our Mother’s Day Gift Guide – there’s something for every mum (or mom depending on where you live). From the ‘tech mum’ to the ‘pampered and polished mum’, the ‘relaxed mum’ to the ‘mum on-the-go’, we reckon we’ve captured everything you need, or at least some thought-starters, to help you let your mum know she’s special..

The iPhone 6 will ensure you are in mum’s good books this Mother’s Day. The two new models feature stunning 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch Retina HD displays, and are packed with innovative technologies in an all-new dramatically thin and seamless design. Available in Silver, Gold and Space Grey from RRP NZ$1,079.00 inc. GST at Apple Online Store.

The iPad mini 3 is small, fast, and incredibly capable. And now it’s even better with advancements like Touch ID and a new gold finish. Mum will love the iPad mini 3. It even fits in her handbag. Available from RRP NZ$599.00 inc. GST at Apple Online Store.

Mum will love the gorgeous new MacBook. Thinner, lighter, and more functional and intuitive than ever before. The gorgeous 12-inch Retina display with edge-to-edge glass brings everything into focus. The new Force Touch trackpad is engineered for responsiveness and the new battery design delivers all day battery life. For the first time it’s available in Gold, Silver and Space grey with RRP from NZ$1,999.00 inc. GST at Apple Online Store.

The Beats Solo2 Wireless headphones have just landed in the Apple Online Store in Silver, Space Grey and Gold. Now you can match mum’s iPhone and iPad with her Beats headphones. Regardless of what kind of music she’s into, she’ll love the crisp, balanced sound in the Solo2 Wireless with RRP from NZ$519.95 inc. GST at Apple Online Store.

MOR Modern Apothecary
We won’t go on about how much we love MOR Modern Apothecary, everyone following Gurl Interrupted will be more than aware that we cannot get enough of the deliciousness that is MOR, but know this, there’s something special just for mum this Mother’s Day… For all the precious and special moments, gift your mum with a sumptuous gift from MOR this Mother’s Day. With a variety of heavenly fragrances and indulgent gift sets to choose from. Let her be pampered and taken on a beautiful sensory journey. MOR has launched 6 beautiful gifting options for Mother’s Day, with a ‘gift with purchase’ promotion. The GWP options include a lingerie bag when you purchase from pharmacies and a beautiful fringed throw from department stores, Redcurrent and boutiques.

UGG Australia
With humble beginnings, UGG Australia began in 1978 with a few pairs of sheepskin boots and a small, dedicated following in Southern California, mainly among the surfing crowd. Today, with stores in Beijing, Shanghai, Tokyo and Osaka, as well as London, Los Angeles, New York, Moscow, Paris, Melbourne, Sydney and now Auckland, UGG Australia is a global brand synonymous with luxurious comfort, quality, style and love. Perfect for Mother’s Day! Available online and at Auckland’s flagship store, located in Jean Batten Lane.

The Happy Cookbook by Lola Berry
We love this cookbook and we’re sure mum will too! The Happy Cookbook contains over 130 recipes but it’s all about living a healthy lifestyle; yoga, sleep, and even relationships. Lola describes this book as “having a massive chunk of my heart in it” and it certainly shines through in this gorgeous cookbook. So much so, that if you don’t already own it and you’re gifting it to mum this Mother’s Day, we’re sure you’ll be borrowing it from mum soon enough!

The Market NZ
The folk at The Market NZ have some fabulous gifts to choose for Mother’s Day. We’ve got our eye on the Hanging Air Plant Trio by House of Botanica, Dessert/Soup Spoons – long text By Etched and the Onyx Slim Choker By Cathy Pope, but we’re sure that once you visit The Market NZ, you’ll find the gift most suited to your mum.

The Aromatherapy Company
The Aromatherapy Company’s ‘Therapy Mother’s Day Range. To support Women’s Wellbeing The Aromatherapy Company are donating to the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand with this stunning limited edition Therapy Range. Available in the floral essential oil blend of Magnolia & Peony. This is such a stunning range and although gifted with our very own product to review, we went out and treated our mums to this range too! Hey, it’s a great cause, and definitely an affordable luxury for mum. For more info head to: www.thearomatherapycompany.co.nz.

Max
For the fashion-forward mum, you can’t go wrong with Max! They’ve recently launched their Winter ’15 collection and there’s many a beautiful coat, hat, shoe or shirt to choose from. Head to www.maxshop.com to see what’s on offer. Boom – you’ve just hit ‘favourite child’ status with something for mum from Max. You’re welcome!

Typo
Don’t forget the all important ‘stocking stuffers’ (so to speak) this Mother’s Day. From gift wrap to cards, teacups to teatowels, candles, bags and more, there’s a plethora of amazing goodies to choose from for mum this Mother’s Day and you know you’ll always find something at Typo. Hello, Letter ‘M’ Marquee Light! Head in-store or online at cottonon.com/AU/shop-by-brand/typo.

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