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13 January 2011 ~ View Comments

Most Wanted: Utopia

This week’s Most Wanted is Utopia.

A creamy light shade, Utopia is perfect to beat those winter blues, taking you from day to night.

Models Own - Utopia Nail Polish - £5

Do you own Utopia? What’s your favourite Models Own shade? Leave us a comment and let us know!

12 January 2011 ~ View Comments

Happy Birthday Gemma Arterton!

Happy Birthday to Gemma Arterton who turns 25 today!

Gemma, who has starred alongside Jake Gyllenhaal in Prince of Persia (jealous!), as well as starring in St Trinians and James Bond is set to be an even bigger star in 2011. Having been nominated for the BAFTA Rising Star Award, Gemma is set to have a huge 2011. Here’s a look back at some of her best looks!

12 January 2011 ~ View Comments

Fashion Forward: 70s

Yes that’s right, we’re heading back to the 1970s! Spring’s biggest trend is set to be inspired by 70s fashion.

In recent years we’ve seen the 60s and the 80s make a come back and now it’s the turn of the 70s. Platform heels, floaty fabrics and patterned prints have all been on the catwalk and now it’s time for them to be on the highstreet.

Topshop - Suede Cut Out Block Shoe - £70.00

ASOS - Warehouse Ruffle Blouse - £45.00

Dorothy Perkins - Multi 70′s Print Tunic - £25.00

River Island - Denim Wash 70′s Flare Trousers - £39.99

11 January 2011 ~ View Comments

Steal Her Style: Lauren Conrad

Lauren Conrad showed off her effortless California style at the Covergirl launch last week.

Reality TV star, turned author showed off her amazing figure in a cream wrap dress, a pair of Jimmy Choos and topped it off with some green nail polish. See how you can steal her style!

Topshop - Cream style tunic - £46.00

Dorothy Perkins - Gold Crossover heels - £35.00

Models Own - Grace Green Nail Polish - £5.00

10 January 2011 ~ View Comments

Models Own Weekly Blog Wrap!

This is a weekly feature that looks at reviews of Models Own products from our fast-growing blogging community. We really appreciate all the hard work you guys put into your articles and photographs and hope we can send a little extra traffic your way! If you want to get featured, simply blog about Models Own!

First up it’s over to Shortee31 who gives a sneak preview to what you can get in our News of the World, Fabulous offer that’s now started.

Next up it’s What Laura Loves who has a look at Top Turquoise.

Next over to Just Nice Things who has blogged about Feeling Blue!

Over at Nutty About Nails you can see a great review of our Champagne collection!

Lastly it’s My Precious Nail Polish who has had some inspiration from Lauren Conrad (and Models Own) and gone for Grace Green!

Thanks for all your blog posts this week. If you want to be featured in next week’s blog wrap then simply blog about Models Own and let us know via Twitter or Facebook.

09 January 2011 ~ View Comments

Happy Birthday Kate Middleton!

Happy Birthday to Kate Middleton who turns 29 today!

The Royal wedding between Kate Middleton and Prince William in April is set to be the event of 2011!

In recent weeks Kate has been in the media spotlight in the run up to the wedding with everyone speculating as to who will be invited and what the bride will be wearing on the day. After wearing a great dress to announce the Royal engagement we can’t wait to see what Kate decides to wear on the big day!

Prince William and Kate Middleton announcing their Royal engagement late last year.

08 January 2011 ~ View Comments

Introducing Jessie J

You may have heard of Jessie J before. Her latest single ‘Do It Like a Dude’ has been in the Top 30 and she’s recently been tipped as the next big thing winning BBC Sound of 2011 and the Critics Choice Award at this year’s Brit Awards.

Not only that but Jessie J is being tipped to be the British answer to the likes of Pink and Rihanna.


We love Jessie’s edgy street style, bold make-up and amazing sleek hairstyle. What do you think of Jessie, will she be a big hit this year?

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07 January 2011 ~ View Comments

From The Highstreet: French Connection

French Connection has always been a highstreet staple.  From classic workwear, to partywear, to occasionwear, French Connection is a great place for finding that perfect look.

French Connection - Oui Tee - £27.00

French Connection - Snowflake Knits Hooded Jumper - £110.00

French Connection - Rebecca Beads Dress - £56.00-£140.00

French Connection - Julian Court Shoes - £52.00

French Connection - All Hours Mid Cape - £70.00-£125.00

07 January 2011 ~ View Comments

Sneak Preview: See The Brand New Models Own Fabulous TV Ad! [VIDEO]

Appearing on televisions all over the UK and Ireland tonight through to Sunday – the News of the World and Fabulous magazine TV ad, featuring the FREE Models Own make-up kit giveaway!

If you’ve had problems claiming your Models Own make-up kit, please email the Fabulous magazine customer care team at custserv@fabulousmag.co.uk and they will be able to help. Please include your postal address and say where you had a problem claiming your pack.

Alternatively you can post your vouchers and contact details to

Customer Services, 3 Thomas More Sq, London, E98 1RL

and they will post you your pack. All claims will be fulfilled and once again we are sorry for any difficulties you have experienced.

06 January 2011 ~ View Comments

Most Wanted: Red Red Wine

This week’s most wanted Models Own product is Red Red Wine nail polish!

Everyone’s nail polish collection needs a red and this deep red shade is perfect for any look, night or day!

Red Red Wine, Models Own, £5

What do you think of Red Red Wine?  Do you own it?  Leave us a comment and let us know!