Author: Iskra Banović
I'm Iskra Banović, editor of BluFashion and a fashion and beauty writer with over 11 years of experience covering style, trends, and everyday beauty. From runway inspiration to practical styling advice, I love making fashion feel approachable, useful, and a little more fun. I believe great style isn't about following every trend. It's about finding what works for you.
If you want a look that is equal parts gamine and edgy, look no further than Twiggy. Marilyn Monroe was the glamazon, and Audrey Hepburn was the elegant lady, but Twiggy was the young, doll-faced model who made beauty (and fashion) fun in the 1960s. She not only had the enviable chopped haircut, she had the lashes as well, and lots of them (falsies and drawn on). She could work an eyeliner as well as she could a pair of Go-Go boots, and that is why her swinging 60s look is still used as inspiration for many today. Here’s how to get Twiggy’s doll lashes look: 1.…
Your eyeliner style, shape, shade, and tool say a lot about your personality. What does yours say about you? If the eyes are a window to the soul, then eyeliner is the curtain that occasionally discloses what the soul is trying to communicate at any given time (or something). The makeup you choose indeed reveals aspects of your personality and depending on how you decide to frame your pretty peepers, you may be revealing quite a bit. Single Line On Top You’re a practical person who rarely drinks too much, but when you do, everyone thinks you’re hilarious (in a good way). You enjoy…
Looking for a gorgeous bold eyeliner for under $20? We picked a bunch to try, swatch on our eyes and show you, so you can find the perfect one! Love bright, bold eyeliner? Me, too. The only thing that bums me out is when you buy something you think will be one gorgeous color, but it turns out to be a completely different shade despite the packaging and (possibly very obscure) name. I tried 10 different ones, all under $20, to determine which offers the smoothest glide and prettiest shades. From ultra-light yellow to deep green, dark magenta to bright blue, here…
We asked, you answered: these are the absolute best perfumes and colognes for having as your signature scent. Last week, we asked you about what your signature scent is. As a big fan of perfume, I was so curious to know which eau de toilette, Niche Fragrances, Eau de perfumes, colognes, body sprays, or creams were everyone’s absolute favorite. After all, isn’t one of the number one ways to discover new scents being told by somebody else about them? And the responses were wonderful! So many of you shared amazing products that none of us had heard of, so in order to share…
We love perfume here at The Gloss. As far as I am concerned, pondering one’s perfect signature scent is an excellent use of a weekend. But even with all the possible fragrances out there, it can be difficult to find one that is perfect for you. If you make your own, however, you’re virtually guaranteed to have something perfect for your personality and completely unique. When you’re out, and someone asks you what scent you’re wearing, you can just say, “Oh, I made it myself.” That’s always cool. Check out these 12 ways to DIY your own perfume. 1. Perfumed Body…
You’ve been thinking of getting that short haircut for months. Now is the time to do it. You’ve been thinking about going for the chop since Beyoncé got her epic pixie cut. And you should do it, too. It’s hot out now, which means you can either try a bun or updo to get your hair off your neck, or you could finally get that short haircut you’ve been thinking about. I recommend the latter; otherwise, you could think about it forever and find yourself at 90 being the old lady who never got a cool haircut. Here are 25 reasons to…
If there’s anyone you should trust with your lipstick selection, it is Sephora employees. This series has been at once the most helpful beauty series I’ve ever written and the most devastating to my bank account. Of course, every time I go to a new Sephora and ask a bunch of employees their favorite products, I’m going to have to buy the one they suggest the most. That’s just common sense. I can take consolation at least, in the fact that I’m helping you, my Internet friends, buy products that are actually worthy of your beautiful faces — and also the financial investment. (Related: We Asked, They Answered: Real…
One of the most popular types of photography is unplanned or “candid” portraits of people, and catching candid moments organically on camera is a talent that every professional photographer should practice and master. A type of photography in which the models and the scene are neither staged nor posed is known as candid photography. Candid images are generally portraits of individuals taken anywhere: at home, at the grocery store, at a child’s birthday party, and so on. They are frequently used in street photography, portrait photography, wedding photography, and photojournalism. Candid photography is one of the most creative and successful…
Have you guys gotten bored of wearing those same pair of earrings every day? So get up and convert your simple and bored look into a classy and elegant one by styling your outfit with a good pair of earrings. Visit maisondefemmes.com to find the perfect earrings for your office wear. An office is a place where women want to flaunt their style, but they are also afraid that their style may adversely affect their professional image. Perhaps this is the reason why women in office pay full attention to their outfits and footwear. But apart from this, it is equally important…
As people age, the face may begin to lose volume and definition mainly due to reduced skin elasticity in the area. With less supple facial skin, your appearance will start to change, and you may look older than your actual age. Fortunately, you can correct such a problem by using dermal fillers. These are medical-grade materials that certified skincare professionals can inject in small amounts into problematic areas in the face. If you’re thinking about having this type of cosmetic procedure, it will help to know the many benefits of dermal fillers. Read on. 1. No Downtime Or Recovery Period…
Before we move right into talking about the incredible styling tips, we should first talk about butt-lifting leggings. They are the recent craze that has made women out there go crazy. From Tiktok to other social media platforms, women try these peach lift leggings everywhere. They are made to lift your butt and make them look rounder. They have a stitch slightly different from regular leggings, which is ideal for making the butt look bigger. They draw attention to the booties, resulting in a better booty shape. Women love it when they can show off their butt in every outfit…
It’s a wonderful thing to have a signature fragrance. When you enter a room, you will make your presence known to your friends and family before you even make a sound. The smell can conjure up memories like no other sense. So, who doesn’t desire to tie a unique perfume to their personality? Finding your distinctive bottle, however, requires some effort. In order to discover your unique perfume, you must have faith in your own sense of smell. Scents, perfumes, and strong top notes don’t require expertise, you just need to know your likes and dislikes. Here’s a guide on…
















