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Hot on the Highstreet Week 113: BASSBUDS

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Usually I zone out as soon as a ‘high performance’ product is mentioned. It all sounds far too male-orientated, technology-minded and quite frankly boring… but the Bassbuds company grabbed my attention when a pair of glitzy Swarovski high quality headphones arrived on my doorstep.

Bassbuds have successfully fused aesthetic high performance in-ear headphones with a MIC & MP3 controller creating a piece of equipment that is both effective and stylish. Immaculately presented in a smart black box, it is a perfect gift for any music fan.

The design is very appealing, some are even made with Swarovski elements. The range comes in a huge variety of jazzy colour combinations to suit every customer; after looking through the huge selection I’ve decided the ‘Fashion Collection’ is my favourite, although the ‘Classics’ would be perfect for any man in your life. I was sent an attractive white pair, very similar to the iPod variety… but with an extra special Swarovski rock in the centre of each ear.

In terms of practicality I can’t fault the BassBuds, the sound is crystal clear and your music can be controlled with just one button… so even technophobes like me have no reason to worry. I usually find in the ear headphones uncomfortable but Bassbuds are discreet and soft, with three sizes of rubber attachment to suit any shaped and sized ear!

Currently reduced from £85 to £34.95 on the website, it has never been a better time to upgrade your headphones.

www.bassbuds.co.uk

The site also has a dedicated page for a game enabling customers to win discount, an addictive game and brilliant concept:
http://bassbuds.co.uk//mini-games/5/

Hot on the Highstreet Week 91

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If you want to be part of the bright summer trend without splashing out on a new wardrobe or donning too daring an outfit, I have the perfect solution. Models Own, the beautiful nail varnish brand, have released a selection of punchy colours to match the catwalk shows of the upcoming season. Whether you like creamy, pearly, glittery or neon varnishes, Models Own have it all in their extensive range.

I have recently tried a selection of their new hues which I absolutely adore: Orange Sherbet, Feeling Blue, Aciiied, Hot Pink and Orangeade add a touch of sparkling colour and stay on the nail for longer than most varnishes. I was particularly impressed with the richness of the colours, sometimes only one coat is needed. On the recent Thoroughly Modern Milly shoot we used the pale moss green and bright electric pink on our model’s nails, and the whole team was cooing over the colours, delighted with the results.

Models Own are high quality and inexpensive, costing £5 each. With over 150 colours, there is the perfect shade for everyone. Buy here.

Hot on the Highstreet Week 87

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“Celebrate the beauty of words, the joy of writing and the art of conversation.”

Selfridges are currently honouring wonderful words, with writers-in-residence, a special collection of letter-inspired jewellery, captivating storytellers and literary themed objects and gifts.

I absolutely love clothing or accessories which use words… my ‘Milly’ version of the famous Carrie necklace is a treasured piece in my jewellery box, as are my old limited edition Luella t-shirts with slogans like ‘Daddy I want a pony!’ On my 18th birthday I received a beautifully simple engraved silver ring from my parents quoting ‘Je vois la vie en rose’ (which loosely translates as the familiar saying ‘I see the world through rose tinted spectacles’). And inside there is a personal message, words that remind me of that important birthday.

I think Selfridges are onto a winner with the words idea. Teaming up with Tatty Devine, they have created an in-store workshop where shoppers can go along and design and customise their very own, entirely unique piece of jewellery. They’ve got everything at hand to decorate your necklace with different chains and charms in store. All the rainbow sheets of plastic are available and someone is on hand to laser cut your piece to perfection. All the jewellery findings are stored in jars attached to shelves by their lids (one twist and you can pick out just what you need). I went along and designed a Thoroughly Modern Milly necklace.

If you’d rather have a ready made piece this fabulous jewellery brand have also created an exclusive range of funky necklaces, with plastic words like ‘OMG’ and ‘Bookworm’ on them.

The Words Words Words programme continues until 1 March: visit the Selfridges website here for more information on all the literary workshops, talks and events.