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Author: Olivia Windsor

A Melbourne city girl through and through, Olivia is a Communications student at RMIT. After dreaming of crossing international waters her entire life, she has spent the last six months studying in Leeds, England. As cliched as it is, she believes travel really is the only thing that makes you richer and intends to spend the rest of her life exploring and discovering the world. A lover of the arts, good food and quality wine she realises the importance of being an enthusiast in life. Because honestly, lukewarm is no good for anything. Twitter: @oliviawindsor Blog: http://exchangeonaplatter.wordpress.com
BEST OF EXFOLIATORS
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BEST OF EXFOLIATORS

Exfoliation is an absolute must right now and I’m here to tell you why! Winter is looming and with it come harsh…

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HAIR TLC AFTER SUMMER
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HAIR TLC AFTER SUMMER

Seasonal changes can wreak havoc on your skin and hair! So, as we farewell Summer and…

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LUMA BY JESS HART
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LUMA BY JESS HART

Searching for the product of skin loving ingredients and a natural makeup look? LUMA Cosmetics is…

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HOW TO GET THE PERFECT BROWS
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HOW TO GET THE PERFECT BROWS

So we’ve all seen the thick, heavy eyebrows of stars like Cara Delvinge or Lily Collins.…

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BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: MYER A/W15 MAKEUP LOOKS
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BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: MYER A/W15 MAKEUP LOOKS

It was a hive of activity backstage at the Myer Autumn/Winter ‘15 launch last night! And…

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TOP 5 RED LIPSTICKS FOR VALENTINE’S DAY
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TOP 5 RED LIPSTICKS FOR VALENTINE’S DAY

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and whether you’ve got a hot date or are rocking a…

By Olivia Windsor · 3 min read

HOW TO: CORRECT AND CONCEAL UNDER EYE DARKNESS AND SWELLING KN
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HOW TO: CORRECT AND CONCEAL UNDER EYE DARKNESS AND SWELLING KN

Do you suffer from darkness and puffiness underneath your eyes? Have you been looking for a…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

LAUNCH OF THE 2015 SOUTH MELBOURNE NIGHT MARKET
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LAUNCH OF THE 2015 SOUTH MELBOURNE NIGHT MARKET

As twilight descends, Cecil street comes alive. The delicious aroma of paprika and chili wafts down…

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SKINCARE 101: THE PERFECT RECIPE FOR GLOWING SKIN
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SKINCARE 101: THE PERFECT RECIPE FOR GLOWING SKIN

Is your skin in a bit of a rut? Or a few too many late nights…

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EXPLORING ENGLAND: THE LOCAL’S GUIDE TO LEEDS
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EXPLORING ENGLAND: THE LOCAL’S GUIDE TO LEEDS

 city of students, students and more students. Leeds is a thriving industrial city with a fairly…

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EXPLORING ENGLAND: THE CHARMS OF OXFORD

Even in the pouring rain, Oxford truly is breathtaking. Arriving in the city for the first…

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EXPLORING ENGLAND: LONDON IN A WHIRLWIND LOVE AFFAIR

Fresh, exciting and full of possibilities, who doesn’t love the thrill of new love?! And after visiting…

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A SPANISH FIESTA – EMBRACING CULTURE

Calling all available Spanish men: Please be my ticket into living in your beautiful country permanently!…

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THE GOTHIC CHARMS OF EDINBURGH

  Edinburgh is a city that perfectly blends the old, the new and natural. Gothically beautiful,…

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EXPLORING ENGLAND: THE LAKE DISTRICT

The Lake District. Hauntingly beautiful countryside that just screams ‘Classic England’. It was a destination I…

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EXPLORING ENGLAND, A VISIT TO YORK

York, a quaint English town with a rich medieval history that enchants all who walk its…

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GLAMOUR AT LONDON FASHION WEEK

After sweeping through New York, Fashion Week arrived in London with a bang! Here’s a roundup…

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THE BEST OF BRITISH BEAUTY BRANDS

Britain has offered the world some fantastic beauty brands, so let’s take a moment to appreciate…

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NYFW14: HOTTEST HAIR & BEAUTY LOOKS STRAIGHT OFF THE RUNWAY

New York Fashion Week has hit once again and left us with a kaleidoscope of beauty…

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TRAVEL MAKEUP BAG ESSENTIALS – OLIVIA’S TOP TIPS

Flights booked, tick! Travel itinerary, sorted! Stylish wardrobe, packed! Countless adventures await as you embark on…

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TOP BEAUTY GIFTS FOR HIM & HER THIS CHRISTMAS: OLIVIA’S TOP PICKS

Couturing takes the hard work out of picking the perfect beauty gifts for you this Christmas…

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SUMMER HAIRCARE: TIPS TO KEEP HAIR LOOKING FABULOUS

Summer can wreak havoc on your locks so it’s important to take extra good care of…

By Olivia Windsor · 3 min read

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SOFIA AZORAKOS WINS THE 2014 AMERICAN CREW ALL STAR CHALLENGE

500 beautiful black and white photographs of men’s hair styles were plastered on the walls, each…

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VICTORIA’S SECRET HAIR SECRETS

Can you keep a secret? Because we’re about to deliver some juicy hair secrets courtesy of…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

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ALTERNA BAMBOO SHINE: ON THE GO TRAVEL PACK

Want gorgeous, healthy glossy locks? Alterna Bamboo Shine is your answer! The Bamboo Shine On the…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

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MECCA COSMETICA NARS EVENT WITH JAMES BOEHMER

Mecca Cosmetica is well known for offering exclusive beauty events for those who take makeup seriously…

By Olivia Windsor · 3 min read

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TRIED AND TESTED: MOROCCAN NATURAL ARGAN OILS… PLUS WIN A GIVEAWAY PACK!

The Moroccan Oil phase took the beauty world by storm and inspired the creation of new…

By Olivia Windsor · 3 min read

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MELBOURNE HAIR AND MAKEUP ACADEMY

Calling all beauty enthusiasts! Form a line and give a warm welcome to the new Melbourne…

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MECCA MAKEUP TIPS AND TRICKS

Mecca Maxima makeup lessons provide invaluable beauty tips and secrets of the trade! The lessons are…

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NYFW: BOBBI BROWN MAKEUP LOOKS

New York Fashion Week is back with a bang this year with Bobbi Brown creating numerous…

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BOBBI & KATIE COLLECTION

Bobbi Brown and Katie Holmes have joined forces to bring you a makeup line ideal for…

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MELBOURNE CENTRAL SHOPPING FESTIVAL

Be sure to check out Melbourne Central’s One Day Shopping Festival tomorrow, Thursday 5 September, for…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

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MERCEDES BENZ FASHION FESTIVAL SYDNEY: BEAUTY LOOKS FROM MARKET HQ RUNWAY AND KARDASHIAN KOLLECTION SHOW

Market HQ At the Market HQ runway, two runway make up looks were created to show…

By Olivia Windsor · 4 min read

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MERCEDES BENZ FASHION FESTIVAL SYDNEY: TREND SHOW BEAUTY LOOKS

Mercedes Benz Fashion Festival Sydney (MBFFS) kicked off with a bang last week with the opening…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

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MERCEDES BENZ FASHION FESTIVAL SYDNEY: GENERAL PANTS SHOW – BEAUTY LOOKS

The makeup at General Pants was distinctly fresh and dewy screaming SPRING to those counting down…

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KEVIN.MURPHY COLOUR BUGS

Sick of dull, lacklustre hair? Want wild crazy colour without having to completely commit to it?…

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THE TOP BEAUTY LOOKS AT PARIS FASHION WEEK

It’s the time of year where the weird and wonderful in beauty is out in full…

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TRIED AND TESTED: L’OREAL SHINE CARESSE

Searching for the WOW factor your beauty look is lacking? Better than a lipgloss and more…

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TRIED AND TESTED: L’OREAL PARIS COLOUR RICHE LIPSTICKS

Searching for the perfect Winter lipstick? L’Oreal Paris Colour Riche lipsticks are the answer. Incredibly nourishing,…

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WHAT’S IN MY MAKEUP BAG? OLIVIA WINDSOR TELLS ALL

I’m proud to say I am makeup obsessed. I’ll spend hours in cosmetic stores, trying on…

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WINTER BEAUTY SPECIAL: SKINCARE

With winter approaching it’s time to start thinking about changing up your skin routine. The colder…

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BEAUTY AMBASSADORS – L’OREAL PARIS’ FAMOUS FACES AT CANNES

The Cannes International Film Festival is in its 66th dazzling year, celebrating cinema from all around…

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SUNDAY RILEY LAUNCH

The ultimate beauty brand that combines botanicals and biotechnology has been launched in Australia at Mecca…

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OLIVIA’S TOP 3 BEAUTY GIFTS FOR MOTHER’S DAY

Couturing beauty writer, Olivia, picks her favourite beauty gift ideas for Mother’s Day.   Perfume Chanel…

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BEAUTY PROFILE: NARS

“Find your own way. Have an open spirit and believe in your own beauty”- Francois Nars…

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TRIED AND TESTED: L’OREAL TEC.NI.ART RANGE
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TRIED AND TESTED: L’OREAL TEC.NI.ART RANGE

The top 3 words when it comes to hair are texture, volume and freshness. And this…

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HELLO ELLE: ELLE AUSTRALIA LAUNCH AT MBFWA

Whoever once said ‘things end for something better to begin’ wasn’t kidding, with the launch of…

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TRIED & TESTED: HOT LIPSTICK SHADES

Our gorgeous sun soaked days are slipping further and further away with the imminent approach of…

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THE STUNNING BEAUTY LOOKS AT PARIS FASHION WEEK

Fashion Week finally arrived in the most romantic city in the world, Paris! The beauty bar…

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LMFF 2013: THE BEAUTY LOOK OF RUNWAY 3

Edgy, bold and mesmerizing encapsulates the beauty on display at L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival Runway 3,…

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LMFF 2013: THE BEAUTY LOOKS FROM RUNWAY 2

Sexy, mysterious, magical. These are the words that spring to mind when you see the beauty…

By Olivia Windsor · 3 min read

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LMFF 2013: THE BEAUTY LOOKS FROM RUNWAY 1

Elegance and sophisticated beauty oozed off the Vogue runway at L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival for the…

By Olivia Windsor · 3 min read

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BEAUTY LOOKS FROM THE DAVID JONES RUNWAY

Elegance and sophisticated beauty oozed off the David Jones and Vogue runway on Tuesday. Opting for…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

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LONDON FASHION WEEK: STATEMENT NAILS

Nails have certainly not been overlooked at the latest shows at London Fashion Week. Some of…

By Olivia Windsor · 3 min read

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TOP FIVE BEAUTY LOOKS FROM MILAN FASHION WEEK

Models at Milan Fashion Week were sophisticated, polished and sultry. The runways featured flawless makeup looks you’ll be…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

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LONDON FASHION WEEK: GRAPHIC, PUNCHY, VIBRANT BEAUTY LOOKS

London Fashion Week has arrived and brought with it a multitude of exciting new beauty looks.…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

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OLD FAVOURITES: NARS BRONZING POWDER

It’s an old favourite and cult classic. If you haven’t already discovered NARS Bronzing Powder ($55),…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

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LONDON FASHION WEEK: GOTHIC INSPIRED BEAUTY

Makeup artists took a page out of Gothic romance classics like ‘Northanger Abbey’ on the London…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

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THE HOTTEST MAKEUP AND HAIR TRENDS FROM NEW YORK FASHION WEEK

Amidst a sea of wonderful, exciting new designs at New York Fashion Week, makeup has been…

By Olivia Windsor · 4 min read

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NEW YORK FASHION WEEK MAKEUP HIGHLIGHTS: THE BOLD, THE BEAUTIFUL AND THE BIZARRE

It’s an intense week filled with colour, beauty and the creative energy of the very best…

By Olivia Windsor · 3 min read

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MISS DIOR LE PARFUM

The luminous couture bottle has prime position on my mantelpiece. Elegant, romantic, an absolute classic; Miss…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

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BELLABOX

              Do you want to discover and trial well known…

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TRIED AND TESTED: FLORABOTANICA

Illustration by Candace Napier for Couturing   “An enchanting and provocative scent ”- Nicolas Ghesquière Bold,…

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NAIL STRIPS

Looking for a fuss free, affordable way to get the perfect manicure? Then say hello to…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

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LANCOME ‘IN LOVE’ 2013 COLLECTION

“Lancome- the beauty brand that delivers French elegance around the world” Bright pops of colour and…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

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SUMMER SKIN CARE: PART 3 AFTER SUN CARE PRODUCTS

Banana Boat Moisturizing Aloe After Sun Gel Aloe Vera is a wonder balm for treating burns…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

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SUMMER SKIN CARE PART 2: TINTED MOISTURISERS AND FOUNDATIONS WITH SPF

In Part 2 of Summer Skin Care, Couturing advises you on the best tinted moisturisers and…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

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CHRISTMAS BEAUTY GIFT GUIDE FOR HIM AND HER – OLIVIA’S PICKS

TOP 5 CHRISTMAS GIFT PACKS FOR WOMEN 1.      Ltd. Ed Caviar Mini Bar ($42) Join the…

By Olivia Windsor · 3 min read

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SUMMER SKIN CARE PART ONE: GUIDE TO SUNSCREEN AND MOISTURISERS

With the warmer weather almost upon us, it’s time to get serious about protecting your skin.…

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CIATE NAIL POLISH: THE CAVIAR MANICURE

Ciate. Colour. Innovation. Aspiration. Trend. Extraordinary. Searching for the beauty essential that is guaranteed to make…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

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NEW: NARS ANDY WARHOL COLLECTION

“Andy Warhol realized art could take any form. Putting on your makeup is a kind of…

By Olivia Windsor · 3 min read

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SAY GOODBYE TO SCARS

Scars are a natural part of life. Whether they be inflicted from injury or the lasting…

By Olivia Windsor · 3 min read

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BRAD PITT: THE NEW FACE OF CHANEL NO.5

My Luck. My Fate. My Fortune. Chanel No.5 is Inevitable. Men want to be him and…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

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MECCA MASTERCLASS: THE ART OF PERFECT SKIN

Head into your local Mecca Cosmetica store this September to participate in Express Makeup Artistry Events.…

By Olivia Windsor · 3 min read

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MECCA MASTERCLASS: THE ART OF LIPS

This season’s hottest lip trends can be found at Mecca Cosmetica’s beauty express workshops.    …

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read

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A BONUS WITH BEAUTY

It’s the perfect time to go shopping for your favourite products with many brands offering a…

By Olivia Windsor · 2 min read