For some travel comes with the job.  For others, travel equals Ibiza and Turks and Caicos.  And then there are those that fall in between.  What Group A, Group B and Group C have in common is packing.  Preparing for any trip or vacay can be the opposite of fun (think security lines and travel advisories, total storm clouds). Chin […]

We’ve covered the midi skirt sensation more than once here on LustreLife.  The trend is like the Energizer Bunny…it just keeps going.  So much so, we feel confident in saying the trend is now an essential piece to your ever-evolving wardrobe. Circle or full whichever you prefer the twirling little dish of a skirt is coquettish, frisky and flirty.  And […]

Never mind the whole “Florals for spring? Groundbreaking” comment. Florals for spring are essential. Necessary. Compulsory. Your seasonal wardrobe would miss all that flower power that only this spring time staple can provide. And florals on dresses? The ultimate dynamic duo. You see, dresses dripping in the prettiest petal print is exactly what spring calls for. And this season you […]

Burberry has put a fresh floral spin on its original “My Burberry” fragrance — and it’s pretty much like having spring in a bottle. Inspired by budding April flowers after a light, dewy rain, this Eau de Toilette ($98) is layered with bright, uplifting notes of peony, peach blossom, sweet pea, and freesia, and rounded out with a subtle base […]

April is gearing up to be an exciting month for Selfridges. The high-end department store’s flagship in London just unveiled its brand new Body Studio — an entire floor featuring 4,500 bodywear options, including lingerie, PJs, swimsuits, hosiery, and sportswear. Spread across 37,000 square feet and featuring more than 100 brands (including Bordelle, Bluebella, Chantelle, Mimi Holliday, and Panache), it’s […]

  We’re popping corks and cutting tie-dyed ribbon over here at LustreLife headquarters.  Festival season has officially commenced and like all good opening ceremonies, a girl needs cool digs to get her through a grueling lineup of groovy tunes and crowd pleasing, paparazzi snapping outfits. Any dedicated music lover festivalista knows packing for the festival circuit takes commitment, strategy and […]

Unless you’ve got your own on-call glam squad, getting your eye makeup right each morning takes time, patience, and a steady hand. That’s why these three beauty hacks are so invaluable — start working them into your daily routine and you’ll to be able to cut your application time in half! 1. Line and Curl This clever cheat allows you […]

Ready to perk up your pout with some of the bright, bold colors we saw on the Spring 2016 runways? Here are five of our favorite shades, along with the best lipsticks to match each look. 1. Cherry Red As models at Jason Wu, Dolce & Gabbana, and DKNY made clear, nothing brightens up a beautiful face better than a […]

Investment pieces are more rare than one maven might think.  A smart investment piece should have a long lease in your closet.  Fundamental and functional (too bad our politicians aren’t both) investment pieces are an asset to be worn time and time again.  Versatile, classic, understated fashion statements, justify the epithet: Investment Piece. Below are our Best Investment Winners. Saint […]

It’s pretty obvious by now, we’re shoe addicts.  And not just any shoe addict, the heart-pumping, light-headed, jonesing for a new pair ASAP type.  So it comes as no surprise that shopping Net-a-Porter’s collection of spring’s best kicks is our version of accessory heaven.  Satiating all our gotta-have-it-now needs, they’ve stocked everything from street style darlings during Fashion Month to […]