Brought to you by Hotel de Londres. Melissa Van Roosbroeck recently visited Hotel de Londres in Brig, Switzerland to chat with the owners about the hotel’s history and recent renovation. Can you tell us a bit more about the history and background of Hotel de Londres and its link to England? The name of our […]
Swiss students push boundaries at Head fashion show in Geneva
On October 8 the Geneva University of Art and Design hosted its annual DEFILE HEAD fashion show and lucky me managed to get a front row seat to witness all the fashion action live and from up close. At the impressive Espace Hippomène, a former factory turned events hall, 15 bachelor’s collections and 3 master’s […]
Could your cosmetics be harming animals?
Vegans arguably lead the way in not wanting to hurt animals. Veganism however, is about more than just cutting out animal foods like marshmallows and meat. It is about avoiding animal-based products altogether and is defined as ‘the practice of abstaining from the use of animal products, as well as following an associated philosophy that […]
Swimwear to flatter any figure
With summer only a few weeks away the hunt for the perfect bathing suit is on. Today I share some of the best swimwear options to flatter any figure. Bootilicious Women with a voluptuous behind but a small or medium-sized bust – think for example Iggy Azalea and Beyoncé – look great in low-cut swimsuits […]
5 tips to stop your make-up melting in the summer heat
There is nothing like feeling the warm summer sun on your skin, but for make-up lovers tropical temperatures and humid weather conditions can unfortunately also be an absolute nightmare. The combination of heat and humidity can cause foundation to slide off your skin and sweat and excess oil can turn your carefully applied make-up into […]
Five common misconceptions about food and healthy eating
There is nothing complicated about healthy eating. All you have to do is eat lots of fruit and vegetables, drink plenty of water and keep your hands out of the cookie jar. Easy peasy! Or is it? Today I share five common misconceptions about healthy eating and bust some popular food myths. 1. Carbs are […]
What flying does to your skin and tips to avoid it
With around a quarter of the Swiss population being foreign and most Swiss families going on holiday abroad at least once a year it is safe to say that most Swiss residents are airport regulars and seasoned flyers. Today we are sharing some make-up and skin care tips for all the traveling beauties out there. […]
Surprising facts about alcohol and skin damage
After a couple of cocktails everything and everyone around you may look a little better, but it is all just an illusion. The truth is that alcohol doesn’t do us any favours. And we are not just talking about alcohol in drinks. We are also talking about alcohol in skin care. We all know that […]
Five habits that can sabotage your diet
Are you having trouble shedding pounds or are you gaining weight for unexplained reasons? Maybe you are sabotaging your diet without realizing it. Today we look at five of the most notorious silent diet wreckers. 1. Covering your salad in dressing Having a salad for lunch to cut back on calories or ordering a salad […]
Braids are back – what’s hot, what’s not
The return of the braid If there is one thing we can conclude from watching the 2015 spring runway shows it is this: the braid is back. Today we are looking back at the history of braids and giving you an overview of some of this season’s best braided hairstyles. Braids throughout history Braided hairstyles […]
