Hothair Release Innovative Hair Clip

Hothair, the UK-based supplier of wigs, hair pieces and clip in extensions, has announced the launch of its innovative new clip in human hair extension system. The half cap design is used by dividing hair from ear to ear, clipping the half cap on, then blending the existing hair over the top. The new extensions are available in either the long 21” length, priced £299, or a 15” shoulder length, £249, with a range of natural colours available. 

Urban Retreat at Harrods

This month, Urban Retreat at Harrods has introduced the Rahua Omega 9 Pro Treatment - a salon treatment that repairs damaged hair. This professional treatment boasts omega 9 rich ungurahua oil, grown and sourced directly from the Amazon rainforest, as its key ingredient. The oil’s monounsaturated molecules help flush out toxins that build up around hair follicles and its lipids strengthen hair roots. The result is constant hair regeneration that helps resolve dryness, dandruff and excessive hair loss. Rahua Omega 9 Pro Treatment is available at Urban Retreat, Harrods, priced £30

London-Boutiques.com Relaunches

Online fashion retailer London-Boutiques.com has recently relaunched, housing over 200 womenswear and luxury lifestyle brands from over 30 boutiques. The site now includes bloggers including Disneyrollergirl, La Petite Anglaise, Coco's Tea Party and stylist Martha Ward contribute to the city, social and style guides to give customers insight into London's style scene. In the site's weekly Q&A, high-profile figures such as Poppy Delevingne share their favourite London haunts. 

Guerlain to launch new fragrance & bronzing powder in July

Guerlain has announced the launch of two new products, the Aqua Allegoria Nerolia Bianca fragrance and Terra Nerolia Bronzing Powder, both of which will debut in July. Each year since 1999, Guerlain has introduced a new limited edition Aqua Allegoria to join the four permanent creations. The primary top notes of the new Nerolia Bianca fragrance include bitter orange and petitgrain combined with peppermint, while neroli essence, orange blossom absolute and ylang-ylang essence are found in the middle notes. This trio at the heart extends into white musk, white amber and cedar wood at the base. Aqua Allegoria Nerolia Bianca Eau de Toilette is priced £39 for 75ml. 

The Terra Nerolia is a Tan-Enhancing Bronzer Face & Decollete, priced £44. Halfway between a bronzer and blusher, this collector powder offers a universal beige bronzing shade decorated with a luminous coral blusher heart and a golden shade, for an instant glow. Subtly flavoured with Tiaré Flower, the white flower hints at the orange blossom of the Aqua Allegoria Nerolia Bianca fragrance. Both products will be available nationwide from 1 July online at Debenhams, Harrods, House of Fraser and Selfridges. 

bareMinerals partners with The National Wedding Show

Mineral makeup brand bareMinerals has been announced as official sponsors of the National Wedding Show at Earls Court London and the NEC Birmingham this autumn. Beauty Ambassadors from bareMinerals will be creating looks for the catwalk and showcasing natural healthy looks. Translating these looks for brides-to-be, bespoke ‘makeunders’ will be performed on visitors to the bareMinerals stand. This will include shade matching individuals’ skin tones with the mineral foundation range plus advice on pre-wedding skincare regimes. Experts will teach brides-to-be how to recreate the look at home through purchasing key products. Award-winning make-up artist for bareMinerals, Sarah Jane Froom, will also be offering her tips during live Q&A sessions. The National Wedding Show is taking place at London's Earl’s Court from 27-29 September and Birmingham NEC from 4-6 October.

Jessica McCormack opens debut London store

Jessica McCormack has opened her debut jewellery house at 7 Carlos Place, London W1. This new London location will house Jessica's curation of art, antiques and design, alongside her fine diamond jewels. The house features modern and antique art and design from the likes of Ryan McGinley, Rick Owens, Louise Bourgeois and The Haas Brothers

Gucci unveils three new pieces

Gucci has introduce three new pieces to the Horsebit Fine Jewelry Collection. These latest variations, designed either in 18kt yellow or pink gold, include a bracelet, drop earrings and a ring, all featuring Gucci’s horsebit motif. Each piece is crafted in a slimmer style than the current Horsebit jewelry and will match with existing pieces from the range. Conceived by Aldo Gucci in the 50s, the horsebit motif was first used as a decorative element for bags and subsequently affixed to shoes and leather goods. The new collections are available in stores this month, with the exception of the bracelet, which is scheduled in-store from September. 

Gucci unveils new Icon Ring

Following on from Gucci’s Icon ring in black synthetic corundum, the Iconrange has now been extended with the addition of two new white rings in zirconia powder. Crafted by Gucci goldsmiths in Italy, the white rings are made from a unique new material: zirconia powder. Zirconia powder is a pure material, an ideal alternative for those prone to allergic reactions from metals. Gucci Jewelry’s new Icon ring comes in two variants, each in a 7mm style. The white version displays Gucci’s GG motif around the band, while a more contemporary variant shows the GG pattern accented with yellow gold studs (shown above). Both styles feature two 18kt yellow gold strips, which offset the bright white material. 

Errol Douglas & Corioliss reveal styling tool range

Hairdresser Errol Douglas MBE is launching his own range of electrical styling tools in partnership with professionals hair tools brand Corioliss, including the first Keratin capsule system built into a hair styler available on the high street. Errol, who was recently appointed President of The Fellowship For British Hairdressing, has developed the tools with a focus on the maintenance of overall hair condition and achieving a luxury finish at home in between salon visits. The styling tools are suitable to use with all hair types from fine European hair right through to Afro hair. Products include the Infrared Dryer which combines the benefits of infrared light, anti static and Ionic technology to deliver speed, shine and a frizz-free finish, while the Treat & Style hair styler features a Keratin capsule system built into the actual iron, the first time this has become available on the high street. The Infrared and Treat & Style and will be available from Boots in-store nationwide and online from 29 July, priced at £59.99 and £109.00 (including 12 Keratin capsules). Additional Treat & Style keratin capsules are priced at £19.99 for 12.             

New jewellery brand Cadenza launches in the UK

Cadenza is a new premium jewellery brand set to launch its debut UK store today (13 June). The brand is the latest jewellery concept from the house of Swarovski, which showcases creations from over fifty brands from around the world, bringing to market a broad range of jewellery styles from names such as Valentino, Roberto Cavalli, Versace, Mawi London and Shourouk. Cadenza opened its first store in Innsbruck, Austria, in January and is due to open its first London store in Westfield Stratford today. Core prices range from £50 and £250, while high-end designer pieces go up to £1300.

BeautyMART has announced its latest pop-up which will take place from 1 July at BOXPARK in Shoreditch, East London. BeautyMART's new destination will offer cosmetics brands including Embryolisse and Coup D’Eclat; hair products from Balmain to Batiste; hero make-up brands from Face Stockholm, Paul & Joe, Daniel Sandler, Rimmel, Revlon and Bourjois; skincare essentials from DHC, 4711 and Elizabeth Arden 8 Hour Cream; eco brands Melvita, Weleda, Trilogy and Jurlique; fragrances from Mary Greenwell, CB I Hate Perfume, Lurk and Leilani Bishop; American imports HIPP x RGB, Prtty Peashun, Damone Roberts and EOS; and industry favourites James Read Tan, INA Crystals and Elnett. The BeautyMART team will be in residence, offering personal consultations and beauty styling as well as events throughout the summer.            

Lingerie brand Tutti Rouge announces global expansion

Following the UK launch last month, new fuller bust lingerie brand Tutti Rouge has announced the introduction of its current collection to stockists in Europe, North America and Australia. The brand, which is available through Bravissimo and independent lingerie boutiques in the UK, can now be found in stores in LA, Paris, Helsinki and Melbourne. Creative Director Jessica Prebble has also announced Tutti Rouge's continuity collection - ‘The story continues’ - is in early stage development for summer 2014 and will feature swimwear.          

British label Crown Love to launch King's Road pop-up

British T-shirt label Crown Love has announced its first retail space with PopUp Britain on the King's Road this summer. PopUp Britain is an initiative created to give new British brands a rare opportunity to get products onto the British high street. The East London-based label, which launched last summer, has been offered a space in PopUp Britain's flagship pop-up shop on King's Road in Chelsea. For this season, Crown Love has introduced a palette of colours including hot neons and candy washes, while new prints include eagles, crowns and playing cards. The new pop-up will run from 4-17 July at 387 King's Road, London SW10

La Perla introduces Divina Eau de Parfum

Divina Eau de Parfum is the latest fragrance launch from La Perla. Exclusive to Harrods, the new composition incorporates citrus top notes of Kir Royal with a powdery, floral heart of orange blossom and heliotrope, while wild orchid, vanilla and sandalwood combine to leave behind a trail of sensuality. Divina Eau de Parfum is available exclusively from Harrods in-store and online, priced at £50 for 50ml or £60 for 80ml.

HOM collaborates with Jonathan Saunders for SS14

International apparel brand HOM has announced a collaboration with British designer Jonathan Saunders for SS14. The 27-piece collection HOM by Jonathan Saunders features a range of bold shades, classic colour blocks alongside deeper hues of navy and black, with specially created textile prints and an edit of those taken from Jonathan's SS14 mainline menswear collection. The HOM by Jonathan Saunders’ collection will debut at an exclusive catwalk show during London Collections: Men tonight  with selected pieces featured at Jonathan Saunders’ on-schedule presentation. HOM by Jonathan Saunders will be available from January 2014 at selected retailers. Jonathan commented: “I am excited to be expanding my menswear label to now create underwear which is an essential part of every man's wardrobe, and equally as excited to be launching it with HOM who are an established leader in the world market.”            

Ciaté introduces Denim Manicure

Nail brand Ciaté has unveiled its new Denim Manicure, which is now available at Selfridges. The set features a full size Ciaté Paint Pot in Regatta, a polish formulated to give a matt textured denim-look finish once dry. Gold, bronze and silver rivets are included along with nail-friendly glue to create a jean pocket effect. The set also contains mini white and gold seam transfers which can be applied to the nail to give a unique, custom finish. The Ciaté Denim Manicure, priced £12, is available in Selfridges from this month.             

Boucheron to launch Place Vendôme fragrance

Boucheron has announced the launch of a new Eau de Parfum for women, entitled Place Vendôme. Inspired by the address of the iconic jewellery brand in Paris, the fragrance contains top notes of pink pepper, orange blossom and rose essence, heart notes of honey, peony and jasmine petal, while the base includes benzoin and cedarwood. Place Vendôme, priced at £39 for 30ml, £50 for 50ml or £75 for 100ml, will be available exclusively from Harrods from the 8-21 September.

The Clothes Show Returns

This summer will see the return of The Clothes Show after 13 years, coinciding with the unveiling of model Jade Thompson as the year's Face of Clothes Show Live's 25th show. The newly revised Clothes Show TV will be hosted by YouTube, free of charge to subscribers three times a week. Fronted by a selection of fashion and beauty bloggers as well as new up-and-coming talent, Clothes Show TV will launch on YouTube on 19 June and be produced by fashion TV specialists Fashot. The team behind Clothes Show Live, the annual event which takes place at NEC Birmingham every December, is behind the new show. Regular weekly content will include exclusive behind the scenes access, a look inside industry press events, red carpet how-tos, as well as up-to-the minute style advice and trend forecasting from the world of fashion and beauty.

Lads...Seriously???!

Pop group One Direction have revealed their debut fragrance for her, titled Our Moment. The fragrance is going on sale exclusively for two weeks in Harrods from 25 August, before rolling out nationwide from 9 September. The group worked with fragrance experts Firmenich to choose their favourite scents, resulting in the fruity floral fragrance. The scent features top notes of pink grapefruit, wild berries and redcurrants, mid notes of jasmine petals, freesia and frangipani, with a base of musk, woods and white patchouli. As well as the fragrance, the Our Moment range will include a Body Lotion and Shower Gel. Prices for the scent will be £21 for 30ml, £29 for 50ml and £39 for 100ml, while the Shower Gel will be priced £12 for 150ml and the Body Lotion £14 for 150ml.

Luxury DD+ lingerie

DD+ lingerie brand Harlow & Fox is launching for SS14, using silks, fine leavers laces and intricate detailing. The brand, which offers luxurious pieces designed specifically for DD-G cup sizes, has been launched by founder and creative director Leanna Williams who began developing the brand in early 2011, after finding a lack of lingerie available in her size. The range encompasses six complementary collections, comprising embellished bras, high-waisted and classic styles of briefs, suspender belts and French knickers, alongside a floor-length kimono and bias-cut draped back nightdress. Designed and manufactured exclusively in the UK, two of the collections will be available for Christmas 2013, with the rest following for SS14. Available sizes will be 30-38 DD-G, and UK 8-18, with retail price points ranging from £149 to £189 for bras, and £95 to £130 for briefs. 

New Denim Studio at Selfridges London

UK activewear brand, Zaggora, has announced that a selection of its innovative hotwear range will be available for purchase for a limited time in the new Denim Studio at Selfridges London.  Zaggora’s range of Hotwear products are developed using a unique Celu-Lite Technology, which is designed to harness the body’s natural heat during activity in order to help increase calorie burn during exercise. In addition to expanding its retail offering, the brand is set to launch into the menswear market this year with a collection of upper and lower body products. The selection of Zaggora Hotwear available for purchase at Selfridges from now until August 18, includes HotPants 2.0, Flares 2.0, a selection of HotTops, Body Blazers and the new Viva Capri HotPants with prices starting at £50. The new Denim Studio is located on the Third Floor of Selfridges.

New female empowerment brand FabFem

FabFem, which stands for Fabulous and Feminine, is new female empowerment movement based in the UK. Launched in February by founder Charis Jaid, FabFem aims to have many sectors to the brand including fashion, beauty, hair, health and fitness, blogging, motivational speaking, young entrepreneur advice and more. The first sector to launch will be the fashion line, which will include designs by FabFem, outsourced pieces from other designers, personalised and customised items. The collection pieces will include dresses, tops, jumpers, playsuits, rompers, jumpsuits, jackets, cardigans, shorts, skirts and swimwear, as well an accessories line in association with LoveDulce London. FabFem currently has a team of 60 female Brand Ambassadors based in eight different countries. Both the debut fashion collection and the brand's website will launch on 1 July.             

Headmasters introduces Masterclasses for summer

Professional hair salon Headmasters has launched its latest Masterclasses, this time focusing on summer. This seasons three new Masterclasses offer clients on-trend, wearable looks for important events this summer: The Wedding (pictured), The Beach and The Festival. The looks are available from Headmasters salons nationwide, priced at £45 for 45min appointment.             

Nudie Jeans Co launch debut UK concept store

Swedish organic denim brand Nudie Jeans Co has opened its first UK store off Berwick Street in  London's Soho. The new store also contains the brand's first Global Repair Station, where customers can have their old Nudie Jeans altered and repaired for free, supporting sustainability. Customers will be able to choose from a wide range of fits and washes, as well as watching the professional denim repair experts at work. Berwick Street features independent fashion labels, vinyl shops, traditional London pubs, bespoke tailoring, textile shops, vintage clothing, original restaurants and coffee shops. Nudie Jeans is located at 29 D’Arblay Street, London W1.             

Hairbond signs England cricketer James Anderson

Men's haircare brand Hairbond has announced the signing of England cricket star James Anderson until September 2014 as the face its marketing campaigns.             

Social shopping website Set That launches today

New fashion, beauty, home and lifestyle social shopping website Set That launches today. A hub where shoppers, designers, stylists, experts, curators and retailers come together to experience online shopping and share their ideas, Set That lets consumers explore “sets” of products that have been compiled and curated by other site users to find the product they wish to buy. The unique aspect of the website is the financial rewards offered for building and marketing sets through online social media. Set creators are able to earn up to 2% commission for an item that generated a sale as a result of their set. Sets can be created by anyone for anything.