Omnia Vincit Amor

Pavon - Hot NYC label

2011-06-10T03:43:00.000-07:00

With names like bubble Gum and Graffiti - these fun and colourful statement dresses are perfect for making a splash! Pavon by Luz and Victoria have been taking urban fashion by storm with their affordable and up to the minute styles - get yours at http://pavonnyc.com/

Click here to see their entire collection of Ruffle Tube dresses...

Love...

2011-06-09T09:45:00.000-07:00

Ray bans at 57% off?!!

2011-06-09T07:51:00.000-07:00

If you don't want to pay top price for Raybans - check out Brand Alley's latest sale which ends on Monday 20th June. Better get in there quick before they all get sold out!

All it takes is one minute to register with the site and you have access to all their deals including clothing, accessories, shoes, homewear and much more... http://www.brandalley.co.uk/

2011 Hairstyles

2011-06-09T07:31:00.000-07:00

Here are some new hairstyles that are tipped to be popular this year. Below each one is a quick and easy how to guide - enjoy!

Double Knot:
(as seen on Michael Kors catwalk S/S 11)

First, spritz the hair all over with a sea-salt spray (Orlando Pita used Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray)
Next, scrunch the hair into bunches while drying to add waves and texture
Pull a thick section of hair out at the front, sweeping it into a deep side part
Finally, take back two sections of hair and tie into a knot - then again into a double knot

Click here to see more styles...

Braided Topknot:
(As seen in Sass and Bide catwalk Spring 11)

1. To style the braided top knot on Taylah we began by working a spray-in mousse through her hair and working it through to allow her natural waves to dominate.
2. Tilt your head forwards.
3. Starting at the nape of your neck start braiding, with the braid travelling in the direction of the top of your head.
4. Continue braiding until you get to your forehead's hair line.
5. You should now have a braid that runs up the back of your head with an end that sits atop your head. If you need to you can tie the end with a hair elastic. Once you're more experienced you'll be able to hold it with your hands.
6. Add in extra texture and more of a casual feeling, as desired, by gently pulling at the plait section of the braids
7. Grab the end of the braid that sits atop your head and twist it into a small bun / knot. Mould it into a shape as neat or messy as you like, remembering that this style works well with plenty of texture and doesn't need to be too polished.

8. Secure the bun / top knot in place with bobby pins selectively placed at its base.

9. Finally, finish with some hairspray to hold the style in place.

Waved Bob:
(As seen at GHD model at 2011 AFI awards)

Work in ghd Maximise Mousse all through the hair, then dry in.
Section off the hair then use your ghd Salon Styler to create some loose, semi-curls (they need to have bend, but not be fully curly). Start curling a few inches down from the roots.
Spray the hair with ghd Sea Spray to create a relaxed, beachy texture.
Finally, blast the hair with a hair dryer to break it up.

Today...

2011-06-09T04:13:00.000-07:00

Daily Quote

2011-06-09T03:15:00.001-07:00

If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other.

Mother Teresa

Return of the Mac

2011-06-09T02:48:00.000-07:00

Check out the new Lady Gaga VIVA GLAM Lipstick and Lipglass! These beige-pink shades are so pretty and wearable. Gorgeous! What makes the VIVA GLAM so wonderful is that every cent from a VIVA GLAM Lipstick or Lipglass purchase has been donated to the M·A·C AIDS Fund. This fund has raised over $202 million to support HIV/AIDS programs around the world!

Read the Chairman's quote on Lady Gaga after the jump...

“As one of the most iconic artists of our time, Lady Gaga has been a powerful and influential voice for the M·A·C AIDS Fund. She is an extraordinary spokesperson and advocate for self-awareness and empowerment and we are excited to have her as the face of our 2011 campaign.” – John Demsey, Chairman, M·A·C AIDS Fund and Group President, Estée Lauder Companies.

She'Luxe Couture

2011-06-09T02:24:00.000-07:00

Check out these one of a kind pieces created by US designer De’Aundra Williams and co-designer Aja Clifford, the line comprises long, look-at-me earrings fashioned out of wire, vibrant feathers, and what they call flower bombs - Are you brave enough?!

Click through to see more...

Earrings start at $25 and top off at $55.
She’luxe also has clutches for $200

Purchase at http://sheluxe.bigcartel.com/.

Undercover Agent

2011-06-08T09:57:00.000-07:00

Agent Provocateurs Spring/Summer 2011 collection has us all excited ; ) Pretty girly frills with a cheeky edge make this collection one of the best we've seen from them in a while

Click here to see our picks from the rest of the range

Exclusive Essie Nail Bomb

2011-06-08T09:41:00.000-07:00

New & Exclusive! Essie have just dropped a new range of colour to take you from Spring to Summer. With new twists of orange, shimmery tones, and a red to die for - Essie continues to set trends in nail colour...

Braziliant

A hot Orange with a touch of Shimmer

See the whole range after the jump...

Super Bossa Nova

An upbeat bright Fuschia

Smooth Sailing

A breezy lavender blue with a reflection of Pearl

Too Too Hot

A sizzling rich red Coral

Absolutely Shore

A soft sea foam Green

Meet me at Sunset

A vibrant deep Orange

The Best of H&M

2011-06-08T08:47:00.000-07:00

H&M have a fast turnover of collections so we have put together our best picks from this season available at their online store.Tops, bottoms, dresses, bikinis and accessories galore - Enjoy!

Click here to see our editors choices

Dressing up

Top Totty

Bottoms Up

The Sun is Shining

Snow White

2011-06-08T08:08:00.000-07:00

Mirror Mirror on the wall... who has the cutest jewelry of all?! Even more disney pieces, this time from one of our all time favourite cartoons ; )

Click through to see more pieces

You Took my Heart

It Must be Love

Pirates of the Caribbean

2011-06-08T07:37:00.000-07:00

We all know that Pirates love gold - so we were really excited to see this new range of Disney jewelry hit Asos...

Click here to see our favourite pieces

Cross my heart and hope to die

Skull and crossbones

Swashbuckling Colour

Dagger Swagger

I fell into a Ring of Fire

Wardrobe Envy

2011-06-07T05:26:00.000-07:00

Design Jean Paul Gautier has created a limited edition wardrobe for Roche Bobois. Only 250 pieces have been made and they comprise of an articulated trunk with wheels, 3 internal mirrored flaps. Silver anodized faired aluminium structure with chromed angle pieces. Digital print TATOO pattern

Folding down into one cubicle makes it amazingly versatile!

Win OPI Shatter nail polish!

2011-06-07T03:52:00.000-07:00

We have decided to run a little competition to treat our lovely readers with a chance to win a prize! Today's lucky winner will receive a free OPI shatter in black. Apply shatter over the top of your chosen colour to create a ground-breaking cracked pattern. Click below to see how to win...

To enter the competition with a chance to win all you need to do is these 3 easy steps:

1 - 'like' Omnia Vincit Amor on facebook http://www.facebook.com/pages/Omnia-Vincit-Amor/204608659584482?sk=wall
2 - 'follow' Omnia Vincit Amor on blogger

3 - 'comment' below with your favourite nail varnish colour

The winner will be picked at random and contacted for the delivery address. We will then invite them to send us pics of them rocking their new shatter polish which we will upload on facebook. Good luck girls!

Daily Quote

2011-06-07T02:38:00.001-07:00

Music doesn't lie. If there is something to be changed in this world, then it can only happen through music.

Jimi Hendrix

Forever 21

2011-06-06T15:06:00.000-07:00

American fast fashion label, Forever 21, will open its first UK store this August! Forever 21, is America's answer to Primark and New Look, and has had recent success in Dublin and Birmingham. The brand makes inexpensive clothing and accessories that capture up-to-the-minute trends, with new styles arriving daily in their shops. But if you cant wait til then - here are some new arrivals online ...

The Ultimate Elixir

2011-06-06T09:18:00.000-07:00

Ok I'm going to share a hair secret with you...

We sisters combined spend alot of money on hair products but this product is really worth the price. Use it before you shampoo as a 15 min mask, on damp hair before you blowdry, or smooth onto dry hair as a serum. It nourishes and conditions your hair without leaving it greasy, and the scent is totally heavenly.

But here's the best part - you can currently get it for 20% discount at http://www.lookfantastic.com/hair/kerastase/kerastase-treat-condition/kerastase-elixir-ultime-125ml.html

Elizabeth Taylor

2011-06-06T09:00:00.000-07:00

Daily Quote

2011-06-06T08:28:00.000-07:00

Things are beautiful if you love them.

Jean Anouilh

No Carbs before Marbs!

2011-06-06T07:44:00.000-07:00

Zilli Cafe in Soho has created a perfect breadless roll - it's so delicious you won't even miss the carbs! Check out a snap below of the parma ham one specially prepared by the man himself!

Menu after the jump...

Breakfast Bites
Selection of Croissants & Danish Pastries from 1.50
Smoked Salmon, Scrambled Eggs 6.00
Grilled Pancetta, Scrambled Eggs & Tomato 6.00
Full English Breakfast 7.50
Small Bites
Bread Basket & Olive Oil
Tuscan Marinated Olives
Salt & Chilli Fried Squid 6.90
Bruschetta with Tomato, Garlic & Basil 2.50
Bruschetta with Roasted Peppers & Basil 3.50
Bruschetta Mozzarella, Tomato, Garlic & Basil 3.50
Retro Prawn Cocktail, Buttered Brown Bread 5.50
Tuna Carpaccio, Rocket & Parmesan 6.50
(v) 1.50 (v) 2.00 Panini, Ciabatta, Piadina
Parma Ham, Mozzarella, Bruschetta Mix 4.50
Goats Cheese & Roasted Vegetables
Chicken & Grilled Vegetables 4.50
(v) 4.50 Breadless
Iceberg Wrap Chicken, Mayo & Pancetta 4.50
Parma Ham Wrap Rocket, Gorgonzola, Walnut 4.50
Vegetable Bites
Pinzimonio Vegetables, Olive Oil & Dip 4.50
Sauteed Spinach with Garlic & Chilli
Fat Chips or Thin Chips
Fried Courgette
(v) 4.30 (v) 3.60 (v) 3.75 Wooden Boards Bites
Buffalo Mozzarella & Parma Ham 5.00
Calabrese Salami, Taleggio, Olives 5.00
Chorizo, Parmesan & Rocket 5.00
Meze Platter for two 12.00
Salad Bites
Mix and Match your Salad from the selection in our Salad Bar
Rocket & Parmesan Salad 3.90
Side Salad 2.50
Regular Salad 5.00
Large Salad 7.00
Big Bites
Chicken Milanese with your choice of Pasta 7.50
Chicken & Caesar Salad 7.50
Traditional Fish & Chips & Mushy Peas 9.90
BBQ
Prime Beef Burger with Pickled Cucumber,
& Thin Chips 7.50
Lamb Chops with Greek Salad 9.90
Chicken Skewers with your choice of Salad 7.50
Mixed Grill (Lamb Chop, Chicken Skewer
& Italian Sausage) your choice of salad 7.50
Garlic & Chilli Marinated Tiger Prawns
& your choice of Salad 8.50
PLEASE ORDER AT THE COUNTER
Pasta Bar
Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli with Butter
& Sage Sauce
Arrabiata
Bolognese 6.50
Meatballs 6.50
Gnocchi with Pesto 6.50
Funghi (Cream & Mushroom) 6.50
Amatriciana (Pancetta, Tomato & Chilli) 6.50
Linguine with Fresh Seafood 9.90
Seafood Risotto 9.90
Lobster Ravioli & Shellfish Sauce 9.90
Spaghetti Vongole with White Wine
& Parsley Sauce 8.90
Meat Lasagna 6.50
Pasta Forno – Chicken & Bacon Baked Pasta 6.50
Please choose your Pasta and Sauce
(v) 7.50 (v) 6.00 SPECIALS
We do daily specials, please ask the staff for details
Dessert Bites
Homemade Tiramisu 4.50
Homemade Italian Ice Cream 4.50
Banoffee Pie 4.50
Warm Chocolate Brownie 4.50
Italian Cheese Board with Grapes & Honey 6.00

Zilli Bites

Silver

2011-06-06T06:33:00.000-07:00

Slowly, silently, now the moon
Walks the night in her silver shoon;
This way, and that, she peers, and sees
Silver fruit upon silver trees;
One by one the casements catch
Her beams beneath the silvery thatch;
Couched in his kennel, like a log,
With paws of silver sleeps the dog;
From their shadowy cote the white breasts peep
Of doves in silver feathered sleep
A harvest mouse goes scampering by,
With silver claws, and silver eye;
And moveless fish in the water gleam,
By silver reeds in a silver stream.

Walter De La Mare

Cut a Rug

2011-06-06T06:22:00.000-07:00

Check out these amazing London based rug designs from Bazaar Velvet. So many cool prints and the best part is you can even design your own bespoke piece, choosing colours and designs. The luxurious blend of tibetan wool & Chinese silk give these rugs a 'painted on' look Whether you like the modern, abstract prints or the more classical tones - this your destination for adding some glam to your home!

http://www.bazaarvelvet.com/index.php

Spaceship

2011-06-06T03:39:00.000-07:00

Pump it up

2011-06-06T03:30:00.000-07:00

Take your pump game to the next level with these designer styles. They may hurt the credit card but they're worth it!

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN
Rattle ballet pumps
Standout among the dozens in Alexander McQueen's Rattle ballet pumps. The British brand adds its dramatic style to the wardrobe basic with a signature skull embellishment, and gothic matt leather finish. Wear them to inject everyday looks with the label's signature edge
£325.00

GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI
Swells ballet pumps
£405.0
Elegant and chic, these Swells pumps from Giuseppe Zanotti will add a splash of ballet style to your look. Constructed from soft pink suede, the classic style is upgraded with crystal embellishment at the toe. Team these Italian made shoes with a pleated skirt and leotard for on-trend styling

Available at Selfridges Shoe Department

http://www.selfridges.com/en/Womenswear/Categories/Shoes-boots/