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January 21, 2013
Gurlinterrupted
In Fashion, OOTD

WIWT / OOTD The Shirt Dress…

Current love, my Decjuba Shirt Dress! I’ve been getting A LOT of wear out of this lovely little number.  Fab with a pair of cute sandals during the day, then shimmy on a pair of heels to transition into a great outfit for the evening.  Here’s What I Wore Today (in the über cool district of Britomart)…

Decjuba: Black Shirt Dress

Colette Accessories NZ: Black ‘Alexander Wang Style’ Bag

Kingan Jones: Love Poem Gold Ring (love this ring so much – it has a beautiful poem etched around the entirety of the ring)

Dotti: Gold Skull Black Leather Wrist Cuff

JustFab.com: Black & Nude Wedges

Mimco: Antique Gold Pyramid Stud Earrings

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Ange x
A Girl Interrupted By Fashion, Beauty & Anything Pretty That Catches My Eye

January 18, 2013
Gurlinterrupted
In Beauty

LUSH – Emotional Brilliance Makeup

LUSH Emotional Brilliance

How adorable is this new line of cosmetics by Lush?!  Clearly I’m a marketer’s dream, because the Lush Emotional Brilliance new makeup line had me at their gorgeous packaging, reminiscent of vintage apothecary vials.

Now I have to say right from the get go, I haven’t actually tried anything from this new line yet, so I’m unable to review and give you my honest feedback on anything yet, however I promise that the moment I get some in my hot little hands I will blog my findings on them straightaway.  Being the Lush junkie that I am, I was perusing the Lush Times Summer Issue for new bath bombs (there’s no point having a bath without Lush bath bombs) and that’s when I saw this swoon-worthy line of Emotional Brilliance Lush Cosmetics… Here’s a little run down on what it’s all about…

Spin the Emotional Brilliance Color Wheel to get a personalized color reading (link below), choose the three colors that stand out the most and they will uncover certain words that reveal a little bit about your current state of mind. Then wear the color to match your ‘emotional brilliance’!

This range – consisting of lip colours, eyeliners and eyeshadows, is less about wearing make-up that’s in-season or on-trend and more about wearing colours that shape your mood. Emotional Brilliance is a way to wear colour that’s designed for you. Choose colours, each with a corresponding word such as Confident, Glamorous or Ambition, and they will be significant to your needs at that time – wear those colours and you truly wear the word.   

It’s the power of suggestion – if one believes enough in something, there will likely be a change in behavior.

LUSH EMOTIONAL BRILLIANCE – SPIN THE WHEEL 

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A Girl Interrupted By Fashion, Beauty & Anything Pretty That Catches My Eye

January 13, 2013
Gurlinterrupted
In Fashion, OOTD

WIWT/OOTD: Blue Sunday

WIWT OOTD


A beautiful, yet incredibly hot summers day called for blue hues, floral, studs, clear frames and bows.  

Here’s What I Wore Today:

Sienna Miller Vintage ASOS: Clear Framed Sunglasses

Glassons: Navy Blue Lace Bodice Dress (A key piece for the summer festival season)

Colette Accessories: Alexander Wang style black leather studded bag.  I had been saving for the Alexander Wang version of this bag when I came across this bag in Colette Accessories.  It’s basically an exact replica, without the price tag.  Thanks for saving me $1000 Colette!! LOVE LOVE LOVE!!

K-Mart: Floral Sandals

Factorie: Large Silver Bow Ring

Lovisa: Cream/Polka Dot Bow Earings

Karen Walker: Box Link Chain Bracelet


 Wishing you all an Etta James – Sunday Kind Of Love x

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Ange x
A Girl Interrupted By Fashion, Beauty & Anything Pretty That Catches My Eye

January 11, 2013
Gurlinterrupted
In Beauty

Introducing The Bobbi Brown PINK & RED Collection…

Bobbi Brown NZ

I’ve just checked out the new Bobbi Brown Pink & Red Collection and it is truly divine!

With this collection, Bobbi Brown took an unconventional approach to the season’s traditional colour palette.  The Red & Pink Collection isn’t about matching your lips, cheeks and nails.  It’s about deliberately mismatching.  In the words of Bobbi Brown herself “I love pink and red worn together – it’s a very modern mix (and perfect for Valentines’ Day)”.

Check out some of the amazing products and colours from this collection:

Limited Edition
SHEER COLOR CHEEK TINT
Nothing makes a woman look prettier than a pop of blush. Bobbi’s Sheer Color Cheek Tint gives cheeks a tint of healthy, natural-looking colour. The translucent, lightweight formula glides on smoothly and blends evenly onto skin. Bonus: it’s packaged in a chic, swivel-up stick for easy,
on-the-go application. For a just-been-kissed look, apply Sheer Color Cheek Tint to the apples of the cheeks and blend down and back towards the hairline using fingers. Shades: Sheer Pink and Sheer Cherry.

New and Limited Edition
CREAMY MATTE LIP COLOR
Creamy Matte Lip Color is a unique matte lipstick formula that combines the look of a classic matte lip with incredible wearability. Creamy, moisturizing and highly pigmented, it glides comfortably onto lips, but feels extremely lightweight. Extremely high concentration of pigments delivers true color that lasts for up to 8 hours. Shades: Hot (New) and Heart.

New and Limited Edition Shades
SHEER LIP GLOSS
This lip gloss formula is super sheer and wearable. The translucent finish makes bold color easily wearable and is designed to enhance lips. Wear it on its own for sheer color or swipe it on top of lipstick for extra shine. Shades: Cherry (New) and Pretty in Pink.

Limited Edition
NAIL POLISH
Use color on the nails as an accent or accessory. A splash of these new nail colors on fingers and toes completes any look and fits any mood.  Shades: Pink Valentine and Valentine Red.

I picked myself up the ‘Valentine Red’ nail polish and ‘Pretty In Pink’ lip gloss – soooo pretty!!

If you haven’t seen this über cool collection yet, head in to your local Bobbi Brown stockist and check it out. (if you are based in Auckland, I recommend the Bobbi Brown store in Britomart).

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A Girl Interrupted By Fashion, Beauty & Anything Pretty That Catches My Eye

January 11, 2013
Gurlinterrupted
In Fashion

Keep Your Eye On New Zealand Fashion Designer Liz Wilson…

Introducing LIZ WILSON’S new brand EUGÉNIE…

Former graphic designer (and Karen Walker design assistant) Liz Wilson has launched a capsule concept collection of her new brand, Eugenie.

The concept collection features refined cuts and sculptural silhouettes paired with a fresh approach to textile print.  Don’t be fooled by this ultra-feminine soft sorbet coloured palette, designer Liz Wilson isn’t interested in making women look demure or cute – her philosophy is to make unfussy, well crafted garments that create a feeling of ease, elegance and effortlessness for the wearer.

Liz Wilson with her brand Eugenie, proving New Zealand is still at the forefront of fashion design.

Check out a few of my favourite picks from the collection…

PHOTOGRAPHY: JULIE HUANG
For More Information See: www.eugenie.co.nz

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A Girl Interrupted By Fashion, Beauty & Anything Pretty That Catches My Eye

 

January 9, 2013
Gurlinterrupted
In Beauty

Newspaper Nails…

Newspaper nails are so easy to do. This is a great tutorial for someone wanting fun nail art without too much hassle!  I’ve seen ‘newspaper nails’ around for a while now but hadn’t tried it myself until last night and I was pleasantly surprised with how quick and easy it was.  My ‘Step by Step’ tutorial will show you how to achieve this super cute look…

Here’s what you will need:

  • Light Coloured Nail Polish for the base (I’ve used OPI ‘s Did You Ear About Van Gogh?)
  • Alcohol (I recommend Vodka – not to drink!!) as it needs to be a white spirit. If you happen to have Rubbing Alcohol this is just as good
  • Newspaper
  • A small bowl (I recommend a deep lid/cap from a container)
  • Cotton pads
  • Cotton Buds/Cue tips
  • A Topcoat

STEPS:

1. Cut up a sheet of Newspaper into 10 pieces (slightly larger than your nails).

2. Paint your nails in a light grey or nude nail polish colour. Let it dry thoroughly before doing the next step.

3. Pour some alcohol into the cap or small container.

4. Dip a piece of newspaper into the alcohol for around 5 seconds and place, print side up, onto a cotton pad.

5. Press nail firmly onto the newspaper print and hold in place using the cotton pad for around 10-15 seconds (the cotton pad allows you to press firmly without smudging).

6. Lift your nail off the cotton pad/newspaper carefully. You’ll find that the ink from the newspaper will be left behind

7. Continue steps 4, 5 & 6 until you’ve competed each of your nails

8. Apply a topcoat to your nails. This will ensure the print wont smudge and gives your nails some extra shine.

If you have any print left around your nails, simply get a cotton bud and some nail polish remover to clean up your nails.

You can do this nail art with any newspaper print (unfortunately magazines won’t work as the paper is too glossy). A crossword cut into pieces would look kinda amazing too !

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A Girl Interrupted By Fashion, Beauty & Anything Pretty That Catches My Eye

January 7, 2013
Gurlinterrupted
In Culture

Gurlinterrupted Has An Official Facebook Page…

Hello Lovelies

Gurlinterrupted now has an official Facebook page and I’d love for you to head on over and show your continued support of Gurlinterrupted by clicking here ‘GURLINERRUPTED OFFICIAL FACEBOOK PAGE’ and hitting the ‘like’ button.

By hitting the FB Like Button on Gurlinterrupted’s Facebook Page you will be kept informed of upcoming giveaways, latest articles, inspiration and more – so stay informed, hit the LIKE button.


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Ange x
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January 7, 2013
Gurlinterrupted
In Fashion

DIY Fashion Project: Trackie Pants to Cute Summer Boy Shorts (and there’s NO SEWING involved)…

Strut into summer by turning your favourite pair of trackie pants into sizzling boy shorts. The best part is THERE’S NO SEWING INVOLVED!!

These boy shorts are the brainchild of US based lingerie designer, Jenny Dombroski of Evlove Intimates; and this simple tutorial will show you how you too can create your very own unique pair of super cute summer boy shorts.

Materials:
Trackie/Workout pants
Ruler
Chalk
Scissors
Hemming tape*
Lace trim*
Parchment paper*
Ribbon*
Iron and ironing board
Safety pin

*You can get these items from stores such as Spotlight, Geoffs Emporium, Craft Stores, etc

Step by Step:

  1. Lay the tracksuit pants flat and measure your desired length (the inseam should be between one and a half and three inches); adding a curved slit at the outer leg is optional. Draw the cut line with chalk.
  2. Fold the sweatpants in half lengthwise and cut from the inseam outward.
  3. Slide one leg of the shorts onto your ironing board. Line the hemming tape along the bottom edge and place lace on top, covering the tape. Put parchment paper over it all and iron for eight seconds to adhere the lace. Repeat with other leg.
  4. Remove drawstring from shorts. Replace with a ribbon (use the safety-pin to guide the ribbon through the gap where you removed the drawstring from.  The safety-pin will make it easy to guide the ribbon around).

And… Super Cute Boy Shorts Complete!!

Ange x
A Girl Interrupted By Fashion, Beauty & Anything Pretty That Catches My Eye

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Photo: Courtesy of Evlove Intimates

January 4, 2013
Gurlinterrupted
In Beauty

Catch A Falling Star – Makeup Tutorial On How To Stop Glitter Fallout

I love glittery eye make-up – I DON’T LOVE THE GLITTER FALLOUT!!  This little trick will allow you to remove the glitter fallout effectively, in less than a minute AND without ruining the rest of your makeup.

OK – see the small sparkly fallout, just under my eye? (in the top left corner picture) – this is what we are going to remove (and if you have more glitter fallout on your cheeks, you can remove this too by following these steps).

Tear off a piece of Scotch Tape or Removable Tape and wrap it around the tip of your finger with the sticky side facing out.

Firmly press the tape onto any fallen glitter and simply lift it off

Voila!  No Glitter Fallout!!

Should you feel you need to – you can touch up any foundation that may have lifted off with the tape.  For the sake of this tutorial I didn’t bother with foundation, however I feel confident the tape shouldn’t disturb your makeup too much at all, as it’s not ever ruined my foundation in the past.

Glitter kisses xx

Ange 
A Girl Interrupted By Fashion, Beauty & Anything Pretty That Catches My Eye

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January 3, 2013
Gurlinterrupted
In Fashion, OOTD

WIWT – Borrowing From My Guys Wardrobe….

When people say to me ‘describe your fashion style’, I can never narrow it down to one signature look.  I dress depending on my mood when I wake up in the morning and I like to mix up influences from street style, cinema and just whatever I conjure up in my head at the time.  I love boho chic, dressing girly, getting glammed up, and I would be lost without my super comfy boyfriend jeans. Another style I am quite partial to is an androgynous look, aka the ‘I raided my guys wardrobe’ look, is one of my favourites.

I’ve always lived by the mantra ‘money can’t buy style or class’ and with this in mind I love the challenge of hunting through a store I wouldn’t normally shop at, or a store that doesn’t stock designer/well-known brands (don’t get me wrong, I do love my designer brands too) with the aim of finding an item of clothing I can make work OR raiding my guys wardrobe to see what I can take from his wardrobe, to make work with mine – YEAH he’s finding out about this at the same time you are.  Thanks for letting me ‘borrow’ your shirt 🙂

What I Wore Today/OOTD……

  1. MECCANO:  Striped Mens Shirt with ‘sleeve braces’ aka my guy’s shirt, which I decided I really love and had to wear on this warm yet overcast/rainy day.  It’s an XL Mens Shirt, so it’s a great length for shorts! I just adore the little sleeve braces – very preppy!! He has another shirt I have my eye on that I’m going to wear as a shirt dress with a little tan belt and sandals.
  2. Max: black shorts
  3. Soda: Black and cork wedges
  4. Daniel Wellington: Watch (love love LOVE this watch!!)
  5. Karen Walker: Jewellery
  6. Boohoo.com: Tan studded bag
  7. Versace: Sunglasses

Ange x
A Girl Interrupted By Fashion, Beauty & Anything Pretty That Catches My Eye

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