Vietnam is a tropical paradise nation with so much to offer the tourist, with pristine, unspoilt beaches and lush tropical jungle, and if you are into old architecture, there are some stunning buildings, particularly the temples. Here is a brief guide to some of the best temples to add to your list of must-visit …
A Guide To Wearing Satin And Looking Good
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and our guide to wearing satin. Satin is often regarded as a material that is exclusive to glitzy social events, yet this free-flowing fabric can be worn in a number of ways. Layering with satin is a trend that was started a couple of years ago, and we are …
My Dream Handbag from Sarah Haran
I am so excited to share with you the first photos of my dream handbag from Sarah Haran. As you know, I am a Personal Stylist and my mission is to empower women and help them look and feel their best every day, by understanding the clothes, styles, colours and accessories that will enhance …
Ways to fight the anti-aging battle
Ways to Fight the Anti-Aging Battle* Aging is inevitable and a totally natural process, but you don’t have to dread it! Here are a few tips to help you fight the anti-aging battle ! The longer you let any skin problems go, the worse they get. Many skin problems can go from practically unnoticeable to …
Hair care travel tips
Hair Care Travel tips As you have seen from my travel posts, (see here, for my recent trip to Madrid) I love travelling and travel whenever and wherever I can. However, it’s not always easy to maintain a beauty and hair care routine when you’re on the road. Firstly, there’s the problem of overweight …
The importance of colour in e-mail marketing
As a Personal Stylist, I often work with clients to help them find the colours that will illuminate their faces and make them sparkle but did you also know that the colours you choose send an important message and determine not only how you, as an individual, are perceived, but also how your brand is …
Making Travel More Affordable
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and our handy hints for making travel more affordable. The jet-set lifestyle is full of adventures and unknowns. It’s a wonderful feeling to set off and experience new countries and see the world, but it’s not always great for your finances. If your dreams of travel are more than …
Madrid in three days : What to see
Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and this post about What to See in Madrid in three days. Madrid is Spain’s largest city and its capital and is one of the top travel destinations in Europe, but what are the key attractions if you are only on a short break? Here are a few tips …
The Best World Heritage Sites To Visit
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about the best world heritage sites to visit. If you are hoping for a unique kind of holiday, there are many ways to approach this. You could decide to go off the beaten track a little and find something new that way, of course. Or you …
Staying Safe on Your First Big Trip
Welcome back to the Velvet Runway, and this post with our tips for staying safe on your first big travel trip. Traveling is fantastic. Whether you are heading to a faraway land for a lengthy stay or taking a big trip to travel the world, never staying in the same place for more than a …
THE MANY BENEFITS OF OWNING A BLACK DRESS
If you are thinking that a black dress is only for funerals and formal social events, think again, as an elegant black dress can be worn on many occasions. Have a look below at the many benefits of owning a black dress. The Many Benefits Of Owning A Black Dress The little black dress, or …
Your Asian Adventures : Excellence in the East!
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this post about Asian Adventures! If you’re looking to give yourself a real culture shock and open up your eyes to a whole new world, then eastern Asia certainly won’t disappoint. Your Asian Adventures : Excellence in the East! When you’ve grown up in the west, it can …














