In the eighties, the distinction between power dressing for the office, and dressing for a night on the town was easy – work equaled big shoulder pads and suits that rivaled traditional menswear for staidness, and weekends meant luminous color, ruffles, bubble skirts and fingerless gloves, amo...
Shoes used to be easy – sensible and flat for day, sky high at night. No white shoes, always darker than your hemline, and so on. That's all changed though, and like fashion on the whole, buying shoes these days is a much trickier proposition, with more options out there, making choice wider,...
We all know times are tough. All around the world, belts are cinched so tight there's just about no notches left. However, if you cannot live with the same wardrobe day in and out, until things get better, there are other options. Firstly, lets consider eBay. All those people who've overextended t...
For some reason, I always notice celebrities teeth. Of course, since most of them have really great teeth, and aren't afraid to show them off, that's not hard. But it got me thinking – what options do us mere mortals have? Of course, the top of the line option has to be porcelain veneers, wh...
We all want toned, movie star bodies, but lets be honest here – who really has the time? Given the choice between getting up an hour earlier to race to the gym, or spending an extra hour working, I don't think there's any question what I'll choose. And there's no spandex involved. However,...
These days, shimmer shadows, lotions and other cosmetics seem to be big news. The trouble is, they can be tricky to get right. Too much, and you look like a mirror ball, too little, and you won't notice. Luckily, there are a few tricks that you can use to get shimmer right. First, remember, it's s...
We all know someone who has that special fragrance that's uniquely THEM. Just smelling it can instantly bring them to mind, and we probably couldn't imagine them with any other perfume. Finding a perfume that smells great, to you and the rest of the world, is fantastic, and, given that we all have...
I read a lot of fashion magazines, and I've noticed that there always seem to be questions about last season, this season, and whether it's still ok to wear this or that. When I read this, I can't help but wonder if I'm strange. While my wardrobe does definitely constantly evolve, there are things...
A great pair of pants is a little like plastic surgery without the pain, or expense. It makes your waist look smaller, your legs longer, and your butt tighter. Finding these treasures is like winning the fashion lotto, and you'll want to keep great trousers until they're practically falling apart...
Many women are afraid of white clothes. Silly really, since it's the one color you can bleach to your heart's content if there are any little mishaps. White is also the one color that can look casual, crisp, fresh and chic all at the same time. It's striking, cool, calm, and just plain stands out...
Ask just about any woman out there what they need most when it comes to makeup, and the chances are they'll answer that it's great foundation. With great foundation, your face will be a smooth, even canvas, ready for whatever look you are planning. With the wrong foundation you'll draw stares too...
We all know we have to take care of our skin, but with jobs, relationships, kids, social lives and everything else that's just getting more and more hectic, chances are you might be scrimping on the attention you're paying your body's largest organ. The good news is that while skincare is very impo...
A fringe, or bangs as they're also known, can do wonders for your look. It's also very easy to get wrong, so while you may want to channel your favorite Hollywood star, you need to pay attention to your face shape before anything else, to get it right. People with round faces can wear just about any...
Wide leg trousers, even jeans, are very trendy at the moment. They're a great addition to most wardrobes, and can be dressed up or down. Plus, they have a great, retro feel, that I just love. I always think of glamorous seventies women when I see them. Buying wide legs though, does come with its o...
Just about every season, fashion finds some kind of knit that we need to have. The trouble is, knits are easy to get wrong, leaving you look like a frump. Getting knitwear right isn't that hard though, so here are a few tips for you to use, based on your body type. Firstly, if you're petite, pleas...
Chances are you've looked at the fashion pages of your favorite magazine, and noticed that one color or another is the next big thing. Heck, some seasons, color, whatever the shade, seems to be the next big thing. For most of us though, wearing bright colors seems risky. It's bold. We'll be noticed...
Want to look like a Golden Goddess, Bronzed Bombshell or Naturally Glowing? The Body Shop launches the latest Hot Brights of blush, eye color, eyeliner and lip shine. You will love this limited edition makeup because they are designed for all skin tones, made with high performance powder technology...
At some time or another, usually just after winter, after being bundled up in coats, sweaters and jackets for a few months, we realize that our skin, and that of an elephant, might be a little more similar to each other than we'd like. This is usually when panic sets in, as the few short weeks of s...
Unless you're really lucky, or really dedicated, chances are you have a few lumps and bumps that you'd prefer to hide from the harsh gaze of the world at large. Great news then! Foundation garments, or support underwear, aren't the boring granny garments they used to be! Fantastic new ranges from...
We've all been there. Getting ready for an important outing or meeting, and we discover that the shoes we planned to wear are scuffed, or have lost their shine. There are a few little tricks you can use to do an emergency, quick fix repair job, though, so next time you're caught, try them! When a...
Having beautiful nails is one thing that can finish a look off, pull you together, and show the world that you're not all flash, and that you care enough about your look to pay attention to the details. However, doing your nails can be time consuming, whether you opt for DIY, or visit the beauty sal...
I can't help it – I hate photos! I know I'm not alone here, and that there are others out there who run and hide at the merest hint of a flash. For some reason, even if I looked great in the mirror, I look awful in the picture! Either I squint, my smile is lopsided, or my figure, which seemed...
At some point in all of our lives, whether it's after a winter spent indulging in too much comfort food, or after we have a baby, we all need to lose a little weight. Usually, we embark on these strict, impossible to follow diets, that leave us feeling starved, and that, even if they yield results...
There are some things that will never go out of style. A great little black dress. The elegant chignon. Red lips. Since the 1950s and even earlier, luscious scarlet lips have had that movie star appeal. Getting it right is very important though – red is an unforgiving shade, and perfection is...
We all do it – drool over designer garments in magazines, lust after brand name items that the stars are wearing. The truth is though, as they say, you might have caviar dreams, and a tuna fish budget! Of course, you could put that entire budget into one really great, beautiful, big name and e...
We all know that there are a few makeup basics we can't live without. Even if we're in a huge hurry, a slick of lipstick or gloss, and mascara, are the bare essentials. Without mascara, in fact, I don't know if I'd feel comfortable inflicting myself on an unsuspecting public. It's just one of those...
There comes a time in every woman's life when they begin to notice wrinkles. For some, it's the very first frown or laughter line that is a cause for concern, while others are happy with their laughter lines and crow's feet, but unhappy when gravity really begins to take its toll on their skin. Some...
Showers are great – when you're pressed for time. They're utilitarian though, just getting the job done, and they lack the all out girlie luxury possible with a leisurely soak in the tub. I've spent years perfecting the art of the bath, and for me, my recipe is simple, steamy, hot water, sil...
You've dreamt of this moment. You've saved, sacrificed and planned, and now, it's finally in your hands: the designer handbag. That object of beauty that instantly elevates any outfit from average to excellent. The trouble is though, while designer bags are exceptionally well made, and will certainl...
It's only the very brave, or the sun worshipping, who dare to venture into the suns harsh rays these days in search of the ultimate beach bronzed glow. Of course, with skin cancer one risk, and the distinct probability of landing up looking like old leather before your time, sun really isn't an opti...
Beauty experts everywhere agree: perfect, sculpted, precision eyebrows are the single most important thing you can do to open up your eyes, and you face. Problem is, having your brows plucked by a professional can be pricey, and if you're on a limited budget, having them done by a salon every time...
OK. Be honest now. We all know at least one of them. That person who goes into trend overload at the beginning of every season, becoming a walking billboard for the hottest fashions? The trouble is, trend overload makes you look like a fashion victim, or at the very least, a fashion slave. It's far...
Lately I've been musing about the difference between the super chic, and us mere mortals. Now, I'm not talking fashion slaves, I'm talking true icons here. Audrey Hepburn, Coco Chanel and Jackie Kennedy spring to mind, and I think I've put my finger on it. Simplicity. I think the problem might be th...
Human evolution has taken many thousands of years to come at a stage where it is finding itself now. We are standing at the juncture where man and woman are trying to redefine the roles that they have been playing since a long time now. Women in particular are trying, or rather realizing that they h...
Ask a woman what she wants for her skin, she will reply one or all - youthful glow, tone, texture and luminosity. This week, we experienced the newest and possibly the most amazing skincare product ever, from the Golden Rose, French Lady, Beauty Lancôme brand. "Youth is in your genes. Rea...
We started CozyCot in the year 2001. Many people have asked why we have chosen the name CozyCot. I like to take this opportunity in the first blog post to introduce to all of you our Persian cat…her name is Cozy. She was our first cat and subsequently we had five cats in all… One morni...
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