Choosing The Best Bikini For Tanning In This Summer

According to Google search data, searches for UK-based holidays are on the rise. Some destinations, such as Dubai and Ibiza are seeing growth, but the majority of searches are related to staycations – especially those with hot tubs.

Searches for holiday cottages started to rise at the end of the first lockdown last year, before falling and slowly rising again. These trends can be seen across a number of UK holidays, including ‘Cornwall holidays’ and ‘Holiday cottages UK’. Although Dubai holidays were one of the most popular searches for holidays abroad, peaking in December 2020, shortly before the four-tier system was introduced, searches for ‘Spain holidays’, ‘UK holidays’, ‘Cornwall holidays’ ‘Mexico holidays’ and ‘Ibiza holidays’ are all on the rise, suggesting people are looking to book stays for the end of the year. However, searches for UK-based holidays are rising more than ones abroad.

With this in mind, it’s expected that you will be getting ready to pull on your bikinis this Summer. That said, from tanning safely to choosing the best bikini for tanning in, Boux Avenue has pulled together some of their fave tanning tips together for you.

HOW TO GET YOUR TAN ON SAFELY

Whilst getting a suntan is something we all LOVE doing, it is important to remember to do it safely. Whilst using your fave fake tan is probably the safest way to get a glow, there is no denying how good it feels to get a natural tan and feel the actual sun on your skin.

The most important thing to remember when sunbathing is to always wear SPF and reapply it regularly. It’s best to wear SPF on your face every day, even if it doesn’t look sunny! When sunbathing in the summer sun you should always wear factor 30 or above to avoid burning. Looking after your skin with SPF means you will get a better, healthier tan and avoid any serious sun damage to your skin that burning can cause!

THE BEST BIKINIS FOR TANNING IN

When it comes to choosing what to wear to sunbathe, there are actually a few factors to consider. Boux Avenue pulled together some of their fave styles for sunbathing so you can throw on your best bikini as soon as the sun returns.

Their fave bikini style for an easy tan is always gonna be a tie-side one. The strap style on the top means very few tan lines thanks to the easily moveable straps.

Their Paros check triangle bikini set is so cute for Summer, you can see how gorgeous Georgia looks in the lilac gingham print. Or another of their tie bikini set faves, the Gili bright stripe triangle bikini set. Whether you want to tie the straps around your sides to avoid halter neck tan lines, untie them completely when you’re lying on your front or follow Tiff’s lead and slay the upside-down bikini top trend – these tie strap bikinis are always the perfect tanning choice.

If you are worried about tan lines on your bum then you are in luck, as thong bikini bottoms are a big trend this year. Their Ibiza bikini set makes a great bikini for tanning in, ensuring limited tan lines on your back, plus the support in the underwired bikini top means extra confidence all day.

A final factor to consider when choosing which bikini you are going to wear when you’re tanning is what colour it is. We all know wearing white is a great way to emphasise your tan, but did you know neon bright colours are also great for making your tan look even better (without having to sit in the sun for as long)?

Their Kasos trim pink bikini set that Courtney looks so good in is a great choice for making that tan pop! The low plunge and gold detail are so sassy you’ll feel and look fabulous (plus the pink will have your tan glowwwing!). If red is more your thing, then the brightly coloured Martinique pleat bikini set is for you. Turn heads and set your ‘gram on fire when you werk this gorj bikini with a fresh tan.

We hope you get to enjoy some safe sunbathing this year, whether it’s in your garden or in Ibiza – just don’t forget your sunscreen!

What’s Your Definition of Your Beauty??

Defining beauty as a concept is akin to holding sand in your hands. You can grasp at it and you certainly can seem to understand what it looks and feels like, but it is by no means solid. They say that beauty is in the eye of the beholder and this cliché certainly holds true. Approach anyone in the street and ask him or her to explain their ideal of beauty and you will undoubtedly get substantial variations in response. What you might come to discover is that defining beauty is closer to “I know it when I see it”.

It becomes very obvious then that defining beauty is as subjective as one’s taste in music. The search for it has spanned centuries – a relief in the tomb of the Egyptian nobleman Ptahhotep (who lived around 2400 BC) shows him getting a pedicure. Cleopatra wore kohl, a precursor to the modern eyeliner. Incarnations of what is considered ‘beautiful’ have ranged from breath-stealing corsets in the 19th century to achieve a tiny waist to our modern-day gravity-defying, ankle-threatening stilettos.

And that search is an expensive one! According to National Geographic, in the US, billion were spent on makeup, hair, and skincare. Billions were also spent on diet products and services, and billions more on health club memberships and plastic surgery.

But what for? Experts from all different fields have weighed in to define beauty and why we search for it. Studies by anthropologist Don Symons at the University of California at Santa Barbara, and psychologist, David Perrett at St Andrews University in Scotland, all show that men consistently showed a preference for women with smooth skin, larger eyes, fuller lips, and a smaller nose and chin because “all these traits are reliable cues to youth, good health, and fertility.” Essential characteristics we instinctively know (honed over millennia) are vital for continuing the human race. However, that hard-wiring in our brain circuitry can be altered, especially by culture, according to Douglas Yu, a biologist from Great Britain whose studies, for example, found that indigenous tribes in Southeast Peru preferred body shapes regarded as overweight in western culture. “A fuller, evolutionary theory of human beauty must embrace variation,” says Yu.

So, who’s been shaping the modern definition of beauty? That modern definition that has us worshipping Victoria’s Secret models, A-list stars, and beauty queens, and has us comparing our bodies to theirs? That has us modifying our eating habits that in an ever-growing number around the world, have resulted in eating disorders? That has us losing our sense of self-worth and self-esteem? It’s so easy to blame the media – magazines, TV, movies – as the culprit. But who buys those magazines, watches those TV shows, goes to the movies?

We do.

In a twisted sort of way, we ourselves have been responsible. What we watch, what we buy has inadvertently shaped what modern society now considers beautiful. So, in recognizing that, can we then be the instruments of change?

I am an aunt to three beautiful little girls and I find myself sometimes terrified when I think of the challenges that face them when they grow up. I was fortunate enough to have grown up surrounded by strong, confident women and in that most essential stage – the teenage years, the high school years – when your perception of yourself in relation to others is shaped, I was blessed to have had a group of friends who couldn’t care less what anybody else thought of them. They were proud of who they were and in the dreams and ambitions, they had for themselves. After high school, I again found myself, in the form of my two best friends and the women in my Christian youth group, with kindred spirits whose values and integrity meant more to them than superficial cares. I look back at those women, grateful that I knew them, and praying that my nieces will have women like them who will stand steadfast against today’s shallow perception of beauty.

When I was researching this article, I decided to have a look at the dictionary’s definition of beauty. According to Merriam Webster, beauty is:

– The quality of being physically attractive
– The qualities in a person or a thing that give pleasure to the senses or the mind.

Now that second part got me thinking… “qualities that give pleasure…” Isn’t that a healthier way of thinking about beauty? I mean, something can be physically attractive or ‘beautiful’ but deadly like a poisonous plant, and in that same vein, someone can be stunningly gorgeous but be a horrible person inside. So, I think instead of aiming to be beautiful, we should aim to be attractive. I mean, let’s face it, there is no way you can look like those models in the magazines. Do you know why? Because you don’t have the same genes they do, It’s as simple as that.

So, what do I mean about aiming to be attractive? Being attractive means that you’re the sort of person people are drawn to – like two magnets being pulled towards each other. Not drawn to you because of how gorgeous you look, but because they actually want to spend time with you. They are drawn to you because you are a person with a good heart, whose confidence and positive nature are just as irresistible as honey is to a bee. It’s a challenge, yes. And much more difficult for some to achieve than others but that’s what my circle of strong, confident women taught me – that my heart is more important than my face. Because ultimately, when I’m at my most unguarded when the only critic I face is me and I ask: “Do I love me?” and when I can say: “Yes”….that’s when I feel beautiful.

Most Promising Model Of The Week: Introducing The Stunning Anita Hosseini

Anita Hosseini initially got started in the modelling industry via John Casablancas’ agency where she learned about modeling and the industry. While she was taking classes there, she got discovered by T.H.E artist agency in Washington D.C and that was the beginning of my modeling career.

Modeling made her confident over time. Before she started modeling she wouldn’t take a portrait or even regular close-up photos of herself because she didn’t have the confidence to look at the camera. But as she began to do a lot of photoshoots, she realized that the camera is her best friend and she’s so comfortable and confident in front of it now. Modeling made a confident person out of her that she could ever imagine.

Model & Mode Magazine recently caught up with Anita to discuss her journey in the modelling world and here’s what went down:

What has been the most memorable experience of being in the modelling industry so far?

The most memorable experience in modeling industry is my first magazine cover shoot. When I arrived at that shoot, I just knew that the shoot is for a bridal magazine. I was so excited about it but as we moved forward with the shoot the director told me that one of the shots is going to be on the cover and that blew my mind and made me so happy. I will never forget that day and never forget my first magazine cover job.

Downside to being a model?

When you love what you do there is never going to be a downside to it and you will never get to the point that you will get tired of it even when it can be exhausting and tiring, the job you do is enjoyable.

Who have been the most interesting people you’ve met so far?

I can’t think of one person or one group of people because I was always surrounded by amazing people during my photoshoots and I’m always amazed at how lucky I am to have this opportunity.

What has been the most valuable lesson you’ve learned while in the modelling industry. This can be about the industry or about yourself.

One time, someone told me when you think you can’t do something, act like you can do it the best you can and no one is better than you – that way you’re going to give that feeling to yourself, and the people watching you will think that you’re the best.

Is your family supportive of you being a model?

My family has always been a big part of my success and where I am today wouldn’t be possible without their support and I never take that for granted.

If you could go back in a time machine to the time when you were just getting started, what would you do differently?

I wouldn’t do anything differently, the universe always puts you in the best place you need to be at that moment.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?

9. Never listen to advice.

What are your future plans? Inside your career or out of it.

10. My future plans are countless however living a happy and healthy life and being surrounded by the people I love is my forever plan but in the next few years, I’m planning to create my own clothing brand, that’s what I’m going to fashion school for.

LIGHTNING-FAST ROUND

1. Last good movie I’ve seen: A star is born.

2. What do you consider beautiful and why? Beauty isn’t about having a pretty face it’s about having a pretty heart.

3. What haven’t you done yet that you wish you could? Competing in Miss Universe is something that’s always been my biggest dream.

4. Complete this sentence: “If I had no fear, I’d ” Travel the world without a time limit and get to know all the cultures and people around the world.

5. What is the one “flaw” you wouldn’t change about yourself? Being present in my life and living in the moment instead of rushing to get to the end.

7 Ways To Maintain Your Beauty Routine During The Pandemic

By Chi de Jesus

A lot of disruptions have been happening to most of us because of this pandemic. We almost were ready to see more people cozy up in gatherings at home this coming winter. But the current outbreak says a gigantic “NOT!”… So I guess my wishful thinking has to get grounded by the current facts of life. Am sure, everyone’s familiar with these disruptions so let’s narrow it down to just being (tadaaan!) beautiful.

You may think that work from home and virtual meetings give you more time for yourself and get things more done at home. But wait! A lot of times, uncertainty ruins our ability to create that necessary routine to seamlessly get your perfectly done visage out of the door to attend this thing we call life. This article goes especially for the working ladies out there. If the usual routine would be waking up, having breakfast, taking a shower, doing your usual skincare routine, and then make-up before going to work, these times have made everything erratic. Regular schedules differ but your skin’s needs do not.

The standard skincare and make-up routine now become second place to fixing your room, doing work while eating your favourite treats, and binge-watching till you fall asleep. Here are some ideas to help you keep your glow until the next face-to-face time comes back again.

Start and end the day with skincare. To immediately get it out of the way, as soon as you wake up, cleanse-tone-moisturize. This will keep your skin hydrated no matter what you’re doing the rest of the day. At night, before watching that series you’ve been wanting to see, cleanse-tone-moisturize before you become a couch potato and fall asleep in front of the TV.

Always apply a thin layer of sunblock. UV rays can still reach you even if you’re inside your home. By doing this, you do not only prevent skin damage by UVB’s but also slows down the skin’s aging process.

Hydrate. Drink a lot of water. This provides the right hydration that keeps your skin supple and fresh.

During meetings that do not need you to be on cam, slip a moisturizing mask while you’re attending the meeting. Stress can also be a major source of skin deterioration. Doubling your moisturizing routine can help take out the stress on your skin.

The break also gives your hair the breather it needs from the application of heat and other sculpting products. You can apply a coconut mask or just plain coconut oil to refresh your scalp and replace the moisture that it loses from the extreme heat or cold. Tie your hair in a high ponytail or a simple low bun to concentrate the effect of the coconut oil and appear neat on cam.

Put Vaseline on your heels or the whole sole and wear socks. This helps moisturize your feet and dissolve the hard skin you get from constantly wearing heels.

Wear nude moisturizing lipstick or a coloured lip balm to keep your lips from drying up or capping. Taking care of your skin or putting on the right make-up shouldn’t only happen when people are looking. It should be something that never goes out of your routine because you have to look good for yourself and not anybody else.

Keep on being beautiful.

Source: The Australian Filipina

5 Fashion Must-Haves Every Man Needs In 2021

Are you a walking fashion disaster? Looking good should never take a step back in your life as today’s time quickly catches up with fast-evolving men’s style and grooming. There is no good excuse for being a slob who is left unmoved in a long-forgotten era with a style that is stuck in the maelstrom of outdated fashion trends. Sometimes, it pays to know where to turn when faced with a sartorial dilemma.

Check out our bucket list of trendiest men’s styles that will stick with you regardless of what the season dictates. Stray away from an embarrassing fashion tour with these smartest clothing tips that will surely save you from the ultimate wardrobe tragedy. Read on and become ready to face the world.

Save the day with the elegance and diversity of timeless pieces

You can never go wrong with the contemporary feeling that accompanies the white tee and khaki pants. Their classic style and timeless nature definitely transcend all seasons. Pair your white tee with a variety of jeans or don it under your classy slim suit while a perfect pair of khaki pants can be worn with an equally astonishing corporate or casual shirt. Be cautious though as choosing the wrong cut might send you in fashion peril.

Hit the road with your khaki pants investment

Fashion zeitgeist promises the versatility of collared shirts when worn appropriately. These pieces sauntered down upscale streets and can certainly vouch for a suave sophistication that is too hard to ignore. You can also look for some plaid flannels and other distinct styles that will surely make a big difference in your wardrobe.

Don’t underestimate the commanding effect of details

These should include your pocket square, tie, scarp, and even belt. Fashionable modern man should not lose focus on these most commonly underestimated pieces. While these may seem far less important than the main outfit, these details are indeed highly noticeable and can make or break the elegant look that you want to sport.

Never cease to experiment and cultivate your style

Walk out of your comfort zone and try shopping for outfits that might give you a surprising result. Oftentimes, the world of fashion offers a whole realm of varying trends that we become scared to touch for fear of becoming a fashion victim. Continuously improve your style, understand your frame and know what works best for you.

Who cares about the trends?

While experimenting may sometimes bring you an impressive fashion sense, overdoing it can kill your style. Don’t be a slave to trends. It’s better to buy stuff that you actually like rather than stocking your closet with unused clothes that will soon go out of style. Learn to twist fashion with versatile outfits that back you up when chips are down.

Do you still depend on your fashion style on Aunt Tilly? The humble beauty of these fashion tips will let you emerge with suave sophistication that never goes out of style.

5 Simple Tips That’ll Give You Clearer Skin… For Essentially FREE

It’s important to take care of yourself. And one way of taking care of yourself is to take care of your skin. The old saying goes, “if you look good, you feel good.” But unfortunately, many of the products that are touted as being good for the skin are expensive, making establishing a skincare regimen difficult. But the good news is, there are things you can do – and not do – that will help you improve the condition of your skin without spending a small fortune on various creams and lotions.

Read on for some tips on how to get clear skin for essentially free.

Rinse Your Face Using Cold Water

Using cold water instead of hot water to rinse your face has certain benefits. Cold water can help to refresh your skin and reduce inflammation, but it can also reduce any puffiness and helps to tighten your skin. An added bonus is that the temperature of the water can help to wake you up first thing in the morning.

Go Without Makeup

The standard for beauty seems to dictate that women ought to wear makeup as often as is possible, but it’s also important to occasionally have a few makeup-free days to allow your skin the space it needs to breathe and regenerate. And when you do wear makeup, always make sure to completely rinse it off at the end of the day, so it doesn’t compact and clog your pores.

Don’t Touch Your Face

This one should be easy enough to follow in the time of COVID-19. Keep your hands away from your face as much as possible, as your hands are covered in bacteria that can cause breakouts, or worse. And if you find that you must touch your face, wash your hands first.

Clean Makeup Utensils

It may seem obvious, but if you let your makeup brushes go too long in between cleaning, they will provide a safe haven for bacteria, oil, and other pieces of cellular debris that may cause irritation or infection if repeatedly brushed over your skin.

Take Appropriate Caution When You Sleep

If possible, change your pillowcase as often as you change your sheets, since the fabric can trap dirt and oil, potentially causing irritation and inflammation. And if changing your pillowcase isn’t a possibility, try to remain sleeping on your back, so as not to expose your face to the potential skin blemish dangers of your pillowcase.

A Final Word

Taking care of your skin is important. And it sounds like it has the potential to be complicated, having to use a bunch of fancy soaps, creams, and lotions, but really, the secret to clearer skin is taking care of not only your skin itself, but what comes in contact with your skin, like bedding, makeup utensils, and your hands. If you are intentional about the products you use, how frequently – or infrequently – you use them, and the state in which they’re kept, you’re well on your way to having clear skin for free.

Most Promising Model Of The Week: Meet The Beautiful Janaya Alice Reimers

Janaya Alice Reimers is an ambitious, very driven model who’s prepared to do whatever it takes to follow her dreams. She cares about the environment and she’s obsessed with keeping herself fit and healthy. Her friends describe her as someone genuine with a happy soul and a kind heart.

Model & Mode Magazine recently caught up with Janaya and here’s what went down:

How were you actually ‘discovered’? A chance encounter on the street? Audition?

I just took a chance; I was regularly contacted through social media which I normally ignored until one day I decided to reply back; this led me into modelling and here I am today at 18 heading to the Miss Australia Pageants 2021.

What are your favourite down time activities?

That is easy, without question it’s going to the gym and beach walks.

How did you start with modelling?

I always loved watching shows like America’s Top Model and from there I developed my passion for modelling.

What do you like most about the modelling industry?

The fashion and getting to meet new people and making life long friends.

The downside to being a model?

Unpredictable and long hours.

What has been the most memorable experience of your life as a model so far?

Helping a new start-up business in Melbourne as their Brand Ambassador; it was extremely rewarding to support them and connect to the community.

I’m guessing you’ve been in the industry for a few years now, what has been the most valuable lesson you’ve learned. This can be about the industry or about yourself. Or both!

Everyone has individual qualities and being different is okay.

Working in an industry whose only emphasis is on the outside characteristics of a person, how have you stayed grounded?

My mum keeps me grounded by telling me the hard truths.

Is your family supportive of your career?

My family is my greatest supporter, they’re always encouraging me to go outside of my comfort zone.

What are your future plans? Inside your career or out of it.

Ultimately I just want to live a happy life, spend time with the people I love, and of course, get a Pomeranian.

The ‘LIGHTNING FAST’ Round:

1. Last good movie I’ve seen – Safe Haven.
2. What do you consider beautiful and why? – Women Empowering Women because it is beauty from within.
3. What haven’t you done yet that you wish you could? – Skydive.
4. Complete this sentence: “If I had no fear, I’d be…” living and working in Rome.
5. What is the one “flaw” you wouldn’t change about yourself? – I find it hard to say no.

The Search For Model & Mode Magazine’s Next Cover Girl Has Just Dropped!

The search for Model & Mode magazine’s ultimate cover girl is back on!

Model & Mode Magazine in collaboration with MS Entertainment Network and StarGazers Production is once again on the lookout to find Australia’s ultimate cover girl!

The Grand final night is on Sunday, the 20th of December 2020.

$3000 in cash and prizes are up for grabs!

No previous experience required – you must be between 18 years to 30 years of age.

If you think you have what it takes to be the Next BIG thing then get in contact with us asap as there are only a few spots available! Please contact Krissy at kriss@starcentralmag.com, Juliet / 0482 560 503, or Maryrose Salubre on 0423 710 659 if you’re interested in entering the competition.

What are you waiting for?? Join NOW!

Influencer Marketing 101: What You Need to Know

Influencer Marketing is most usually carried out on the platform of choice: Instagram. According to Forbes Magazine, an Insta account with over one million followers can attract upwards of $50k for a single sponsored post.”

Life as an Influencer is becoming an increasingly stacked game. In a world of paid likes/followers, fickle algorithms, and those ‘lurky bots’, it’s become even harder to market yourself in 2019. With more Instagram Models on the scene than ever before; this creates a higher level of competition overall.

Gaining traction on social media often means hitting that elusive fan quota. However, it’s often a vague figure that allows you to qualify. This begs the question: how many people have to follow you or like your page in order to make you a legitimate Influencer? What will warrant enough credibility amidst a miasma of hashtagging and 24/7 responsiveness? You should start by applying a thick-skinned approach to negative comments (ironically, with much skin on show) and all ‘round people-pleasing.

Let’s get the elephant in the room out of the way. What does an Influence Marketer and/or Instagram Model actually do? Well, they create ‘sponsored content’. That means someone sends them something and they promote it to their audience, eg. “OMG this skin cream is the bomb, I now have no pimples”, or “this teeth whitening product is so great I can now allow myself to smile” – all the whilst being paid to give, let’s face it, an entirely biased review.

Influence Marketing is most usually carried out on the platform of choice: Instagram. According to Forbes Magazine, an Insta account with over one million followers can attract upwards of $50k for a single sponsored post: that’s certainly big bickies! What you may not know is that the social media landscape is continuing to change, and it’s not always in the interest of an Influence Marketer.

For example, have you heard of the term ‘Micro Influencer’? These are commonly described as ‘ordinary people’ (whatever that means) with a decent following of around 3000 followers. Usually, they aren’t ‘big-fish’ enough to score entirely free products, and they don’t always garner a genuine ‘hard-dried-ink’ modeling contract with, you know, an actual brand.

While the demand for Micro-Influencers grows (and will continue to do so during 2021); so does earning potential decline. This demographic is more often than not, underpriced. With so many people putting their hands up to assist e-commerce operators, for example, accepting the offer to post about a beach towel whilst wearing a bikini, this means that the value of a Micro-Influencers’ engagement is vastly cheapened. It’s just supply and demand – economics 101.

The fact is, being a Micro-Influencer is generally not something to be taken too seriously. That’s because you can only ever earn a mere fraction of what your more socially mobile counterparts (you know those Insta peeps with the covetable green badge) can attract per post. What does this ‘Verified Badge’ on Instagram actually mean? Well, according to the platform itself, “a verified badge is a check that appears next to an Instagram account’s name in search and on the profile. It means Instagram has confirmed that an account is the authentic presence of the public figure, celebrity, or global brand it represents.”

How do you get your very own Insta Badge? You can apply to get one by going into your platform’s settings tab, providing your ID, and waiting for that all-important response. However, there are no guarantees! But, that’s always the way, isn’t it? After all, there are no 100 percent shatter-proof formulas for achieving success in online marketing. Keep in mind that those ‘masterclasses’ will surely tell you differently, though.

Being an Instagram Model and marketing yourself is but a means to an end. It is not necessarily something to hinge your ‘bread-and-butter’ upon. If you are reaping the rewards as an Influence Marketer than more power to you. If you are still struggling and wondering why it’s not actually working for you, then remember things are never what they seem – especially when it comes to the world of social media/influencer marketing!