Make plans for your perfect day

THE daffodils are out and spring is in the air. It can only mean one thing - the wedding season is almost upon us.Read

Act now to avoid problem of hairloss

STUDIES have shown that, for many men, early hairloss can trigger a significant loss of confidence and self-perception of attractiveness, sometimes leading to depression. However, help is on hand, thanks to the ever-popular hair retention programme at Boots, Mell Square.Read

Clean up in style with John Buckley

WE never have enough hours in the day to carry out errands but the next time you need a specialist dry cleaners or need to hire a fabulous gown or tuxedo then save yourself an extra trip and pop into John Buckley, Cleaner of Fine Clothes in Hockley Heath.Read

Be a real high flier

The Aviation trend has taken off… Get the look with this fabulous shearling lined jacket from La Redoute. £69Read

One stop solution

HAILED as the breakthrough in total skincare, Goko is an exciting, new skin cream that offers a convenient, affordable, all-in-one alternative to conventional beauty products.Read

True class for cooking

THE must have new Stellar James Martin Cookware range adds a further dimension to the established Stellar James Martin Collection of saucepans, cutlery and kitchen knives.Read

Boho chic with the biker touch

IF you’re looking to send your children on a fun-packed fashion adventure, then look no further. Pumpkin Patch at Touchwood has all of the latest styles to keep kids looking cool whatever the weather.Read

Dazzling PolarWhite smile in seconds

THE latest breakthrough in cosmetic teeth whitening, PolarWhitePro Professional Teeth Whitening Glaze (rrp£31.50) is a safe, pain free, way to whiten and brighten teeth discoloured by smoking, coffee, red wine, or food, at a fraction of the cost of traditional whitening treatments.Read

Be a Damsel in this dress!

DRESS to impress with the new ‘The Damsel in a Dress’ collection now available at John Lewis.Read

Nailing down the hybrid colours

THE beauty world has seen manicures, acrylic and gel nails and now Shellac, the first hybrid nail colour, has hit our shores.Read

Slackline set to be latest craze

SET to be the brand new activity craze for this summer - The Gibbon Slackline is great for fitness fanatics, aspiring circus performers, festival-goers, adults and children.Read

Top quality cuisine is at your fingertips

WITH our TV screens bursting at the seams with celebrity chefs, it seems everyone wants to do their bit in the kitchen these days.Read

Summer essential

EFFITAN insect repellent from Alva delivers natural but highly effective protection from mosquitoes, ticks and horseflies; ideal for travel to warmer climes.Read

Prize time for sisters

KEEPING it in the family - that’s sisters Janet Palfrey and Dorothy Bridger who both entered and won prizes in a recent Solihull News/The Face competition without either knowing!Read

Illuminating donation

LOOK fabulous and help raise funds for Estee Lauder Companies’ Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign with The Illuminating Powder from Crème de la Mer.Read

Oil helps soothe away prickly heat

I LOVE the glorious weather we’ve been enjoying recently but there’s one thing that always spoils the summer months for me - prickly heat.Read

Cheers to a tasty tipple

WITH summer now officially here, thoughts turn to al fresco dining and easy drinking.Read

Stunning style for summer

LOVING the glorious weather, but struggling to find anything summery to wear?Read

Free bag with Aramis

LOOK the part with a fabulous carry on bag from Aramis.Read

Bring style to your outdoor space

THE Sarah Raven’s Kitchen and Garden 2010 summer collection is full of great ideas to take home inspired colour and design into the outdoor world.Read

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