Each year Pantone selects the color of the year, this year the experts decided to choose not one but two distinct shades that represent the mindset with which so many of us are approaching the new year (filled with unknowns and uncertainties). "The selection of two independent colors highlights how different elements come together to express a message of strength and hopefulness that is both enduring and uplifting, conveying the idea that it's not about one color or one person, it's about more than one." The two colors are: PANTONE 17-5104 Ultimate Grey and PANTONE 13-0647 Illumination. According to the...
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There are few names that are iconic enough to become a supermodel in its true meaning, but one of my favorite models, Claudia Schiffer is one of them. But the German beauty is more than just a pretty face; a force during the rise of the '90s super and beyond, Schiffer helped define what a fashion model could be: an actress, a businesswoman, an icon. In honor of her works let me show you some of her most recognizable looks, from the red carpet to the runway. A personal appearance for Revlon, when she was flying around the U.S. to every major city...
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When it comes to your daily morning skin care routine, the variety of products on the market can be quite confusing. If you have more than 2 serums what do you use first? And what about eye cream? That's when I turn to my favourite specialist, Caroline Hirons who always offers some great advice. Our bodies and minds love consistency— a solid routine and a set of morning rituals can brighten one’s day and kickstart it on a perfect tune. Having a morning routine is key to improving your overall quality of life and how you feel on a day to day...
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Tennis began as an indoor game called "jeu de paume" in medieval France. It was a version of handball and probably first played by priests in cathedral cloisters. The word tennis most likely derives from the French tenez (take), which was shouted before a serve. By the mid-16th century rackets were being used to hit the ball instead of hands. Balls were hardened by wadding together bits of wet rags, wrapping them with string, then covering the whole in white cloth. The game grew in popularity, becoming a favourite pastime of many kings and their courts. King Francis I was...
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Still looking for a special recipe for the Holidays? Here's an easy but delicious Pavlova recipe that you should definitely try if you want to impress your friends or family. INGREDIENTS 6 egg whites 315g (1 1/2 cups) powder sugar 3 teaspoons cornflour 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 250ml (1 cup) thickened cream Shaved dark chocolate, to decorate BAILEYS CUSTARD 500ml (2 cups) milk 125ml (1/2 cup) Baileys Original Irish Cream liqueur 4 egg yolks 100g (1/2 cup) caster sugar 2 tablespoons cornflour 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Step 1 Preheat oven to 120C/100C. Lightly grease a baking tray. Draw...
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With the pandemic of 2020 new habits are on the corner. Most of us are working from home, working out at home and eating at home, so what better time to touch on healthy habits? - Start your day with water - yes, not coffee (it may come later, don't worry). As we sleep, we tend to lose water and wake up dehydrated, even if you don't feel thirsty. Caffeine is a naturally cases us to lose water so we want to make sure we hydrate before we caffeinate! It is recommended to start with 3,5 dl of room temperature...
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