Sevendays6 Sunday Mail, October 21, 2012 FashionistaBy Emma Watson

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Luxurious leathers play an important role in this season’s trends, whether it be an expensive leather garment or even

faux leather, creating a sleek and sexy appearance for autumn/winter.

The high street has provided us with a number of fantastic luxe leather products to choose from. Instead of your usual leather garment, this fantastic skin can be seen on anything from dresses, to tops and even skirts. These garments can be all over leather or just panelled with luscious faux leather.

Gucci created their whole collection around glossy black leathers, using the

panelling effect with thick furs and soft lace fabrics. Diane Von Furstenberg used glossy black leather to create beautiful uneven skirts and loose fit cropped trousers, completed with elbow length leather gloves in rich hues.

Givenchy used leather in a fringed effect, creating coats with floor length strands of the luxurious material, completed with intricate embroidery for a severe but beautiful collection.

Kristen Stewart is wearing leather skinny trousers and blue print blazer by Roberto Cavalli. This look is quite casual but with the luxurious effect that leather brings, it looks effortlessly cool!

Jamie Chung is wearing a leather pencil skirt by Diane Von Furstenberg. She has added a cream and black lace top and a pair of cream classic courts, topped off with a black Swarovski stone and cream and white leather clutch bag.

The look is essential for a sleek and sexy appearance in autumn/winter

Luxe leatherDream cream to treat wrinkles If you’re panicking about growing old, then it’s time to chill.

American skincare brand Freeze 24-7 has recently launched in Debenhams Glasgow with their Wrinkle Treatment, £40 for 10ml or £60 for 15ml.

I’ve been a brand fan for years, but after Space NK stopped selling it, I could only pick up my products in the States. Not that handy, I must admit, and a hell of a round trip for an eye cream.

So you can imagine how chuffed I was when it landed back on our shores.

And it seems I’m not the only fan. A-lister Halle Berry and pal Fergie favour this, too.

JUST HAD TO TRY..Perricone MD No Concealer ConcealerOK, so the name got me thinking. A no concealer concealer.

Nobody wants to look caked as they cover dark circles and bags, and finding an under-eye concealer that covers and stays put is a task.

My mate had been giving it some hype so I thought if this works then it would do me.

I don’t like to look as if I’m wearing make-up but even this beauty boy has bags.

I wore it to an awards ceremony recently and it lasted from 6pm to 6am. I was well chuffed. Movie star Uma Thurman is a fan, too.

It softens lines and was indeed crease proof. But there’s one snag. It only comes in one ‘universal’ colour, which I know won’t suit everyone.

YSL started off their Touche Eclat with that line, too, and I didn’t agree with them either. Now they have more shades.

So more shades please, doctor. From perriconemd.co.uk

Scottish Hair and Beauty Awards Make Up Specialist of the Year 2012

By Craig Alexander WilsonGet the look

www.craigalexanderwilson.co.uk

Crème de la Mer.....at last!Crème de la Mer has become the crème of choice for many a well-heeled man and woman, as well as a whole host of celebrity followers.

The magic ingredient – their “miracle broth” – has been talked about the world over, but

for me, it was too thick. Yes, I’ve said it. I felt like I was applying

Sudocrem to my face, yet my fellow beauty junkies loved it.

At the end of the day, I like to wash, slap on some cream and hit the hay. Now their latest arrival – The Moisturizing Soft

Cream – is a lot lighter than the original version. People looked at me as though I had murdered a kitten when I said I didn’t like the texture or feel of the original. But the new one is so much more refreshing, less paste-like and I’ve been loving the way it feels and makes my skin look. It will still set you back £100 for 30ml, though.

CK One Cream and Powder Blush Duo £19CK One Colour has had me excited since I had a sneak preview a few months ago. Now that the collection

has landed in Debenhams, I’m a bit addicted. Breath is a long-lasting,

delicate pink shade. I like the cool swivel compact lid, too. My only complaint? No mirror. From www.debenhams.com

Well, where do I start? What a busy time it’s been. I’ve been having a catch up with my PR pals to find out what’s hot and what’s not. Even the C word came up. Yep, Christmas reared its head, but we’ll let that lie.

This week it’s time to feel flush. I’ve been knee-deep in blusher and there’s nothing nicer in winter than a pop of pink to give us some colour.

Check out which ones came up rosy. Oh, and you will freeze with excitement when you see this week’s Giveaway.

Until next week.

LET’S GET CHEEKY

One of my favourites among Freeze 24-7’s range is the Ice Crystals Anti-Aging Prep and Polish treatment, £35. Great before a night out, it smooths and brightens. Statistics from their clinical trials show reduction in roughness, excess oil and even scarring. With the winter party season almost here, this is a must-have. And I have three of these to give away. For your chance to win simplyName Girls Aloud’s new single Email answers to m.mcmonagle@sundaymail.co.uk by 1pm on Tuesday

CRAIG’S GIvEAwAY

TRIED Sisley Phyto-Blush Éclat in Pinky Coral £48.50There’s no denying the quality of Sisley skincare and colour

is enviable, and the zebra print design on this compact is eye-catching. The brush is of good quality and the

mirror is massive, but it still comes in at £48.50. Maybe one for the wish list. From John Lewis.

Smashbox O-Glow £21A cult classic in its own right, this is what makes make-up fun. I guess you could call this a bespoke blusher – the results differ on everyone who wears it. It’s a clear silicone gel that smooths on to the skin and turns pink when it meets your skin’s moisture. Suitable for all skin types and you can even apply to your lips, too. From Boots.

Barbara Daly velvet Blush Peaches and Cream £5This creamy colour has more of an apricot glow. The quality is quite amazing considering the price and it melts into the skin, blending easily but with a fair amount of pigment. Great value. I was well impressed. From Tesco.

BLUSHING BEAUTY

Louise Gray for Topshop Cream Blush Duo in Up In The Air £12.50

This mint-coloured compact opens to reveal two cream to powder blushes in a pink and coral. Use together or wear

alone to suit your mood, look or when your skin colour changes with the season. I like using them

both together. From Topshop.

COMPLETE THE LOOK..

This gothic, glam, faux leather bustier dress with

sheer panels and skirt will look perfect with a

black or red leather waist belt. Add matching shoes

for a luxurious leather outfit for the season.

Faux leather bustier dress, £65 Miss Selfridge

Lace peep-toe ankle shoe boots, £40

Very.co.uk

Black leather bow belt with stud

detail, £15.99 Zara

Gold disc charm bracelet, £12.50 Wallis

BEAUTY

Jamie Chung