Harvard Study Reveals the Secret of Long, Healthy and Happy Life

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We all want to live a long, healthy and happy life, but is there a secret recipe to achieve that? In the long-gone ’80s, one would say “Work hard, play hard” to lead a happy life. In the ’90s, the health trend for a long, healthy life was low-fat and fat-free food such as fat-free … Read more

NYFW SS25 – Being Late Is Out, Punctuality Is In

Anna Wintour wearing a Prada dress at conde nast party

NYFW SS25 wrapped up today, and one trend has already emerged as the strongest of the season: punctuality. It is no longer fashionable to be fashionably late. During New York Fashion Week, three key moments signalled the end of lateness as a symbol of charm—and, let’s be honest, ego. Meanwhile, punctuality has ascended to the … Read more

Expert Tips on How to Clean Your Jewellery

Notorious is home to several jewellery experts. One of our contributors is a goldsmith, and another specializes in diamonds. We consulted both to find the best home methods for keeping jewellery clean and well-cared for. Gold, silver, diamonds, or even semi-precious stones are costly materials that require careful preservation. Moreover, these pieces often hold sentimental … Read more

Boat Etiquette: How to Be the Perfect Guest and Be Invited Again

woman in shorts on a boat reading her laptop

So, you’ve been invited to a friend’s boat? Fabulous. You know what they say: the best boat is a friend’s boat, no expenses, no maintenance headaches, no dealing with the crew, just fun, fun, fun! But be sure you know how to behave on a boat, or your friends will never invite you a second time. And here comes … Read more

5 Essential Body Oils Straight from French Pharmacies

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If you’re in the loop, you’d know that Notorious is currently soaking up the vibes in France. As we saunter through Paris, we’ve turned our attention to the crème de la crème of body oils you can find in local French pharmacies. If you’ve been scrolling through TikTok, you’ve likely caught wind of the allure … Read more

The Self-Tanner Hailey Bieber Loves And How to Use It Correctly

Close up of Hailey Biber self-tanned and glowing skin putting on her LIpstick brand Rhode

Here is the secret behind Hailey Bieber’s incredibly luminous summer glow. The model and founder of Rhode Skincare shared on TikTok her beauty routine. Bieber, expecting her first child, explained that her body is usually more tanned because she protects her face from the sun. So, to balance the tone of her skin and get … Read more

Man about town: All you want to know about Dandy style 

collage with the runway looks Prada AW24 menswear- the new dandy aesthetic

When discussing the Dandy style, we naturally think of the flamboyant Irish playwright Oscar Wilde, velvet jackets and romantic shirts with frills and lace that defied 18th and 19th-century men’s fashion. Today, thanks to brands like Prada, Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Fursac, dandy clothing is contemporary. And pretty much wearable. So, keep scrolling to understand … Read more

Notorious Life: 4 Tips To Stick To Your New Year’s Resolutions

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New Year’s resolutions are like hot air balloons – easy to inflate, but tough to keep afloat. We all start the year with big plans and grand aspirations, but before we know it, we’re back to square one. But what if I told you, that sticking to your resolutions is simpler than you think? Continue … Read more

#BuyBetter – The Best Resales Sites and How to Buy&Sell Your Designer Pieces

woman lying on a bed surrounded by bags, shoes and vintage clothes

As you’ve already sussed out, us lot at Notorious are right keen on sustainability. And what’s more sustainable and savvy than bagging resale and luxury vintage? Luxury consignment sites for pre-loved clobber are the bee’s knees for snagging one-of-a-kind designer gear or simply decluttering your wardrobe. Fashion buffs and stylists are already on this eco-friendly … Read more

From Zero to Party Queen: Tips That Make You Unforgettable

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We understand that the considerations you juggled at parties in your early 20s shift quite a bit by the time you’re cruising through your late 30s or early 40s. To dust off your party prowess, we’ve crafted five golden rules to turn you into the ultimate queen of the soirée scene. Ready to pick up … Read more

Be sustainable and learn how to make your clothes last longer 

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A new breed of fashion consumers is rising from the challenges that have rocked the world in recent years. On one side of the coin, we’re all about brands that are transparent, sustainable, and committed to fair trade. On the flip side, the explosion of the second-hand and vintage market is a testament to this … Read more

Hotel Copacabana Palace: A Century of Elegance

Vintage photo of Hotel Copacabana Palace which is celebrating 100 years in 2023

In 2023, the iconic Copacabana Palace Hotel in Rio de Janeiro stands tall, celebrating a century as the shimmering jewel of South America’s most vibrant city. Overlooking the world-famous Copacabana Beach, its storied walls have played host to Hollywood legends, rock stars, political leaders, and discerning travellers from every corner of the globe. The Birth … Read more

What to Wear for a Job Interview According to Head-Hunters 

The first steps of the selection process are behind you—tests cleared, case studies aced, and your application has moved forward. Now, you’re staring down the prospect of meeting your potential next boss. It begs the pivotal question: What to wear for a job interview? We’ve delved into insights from the most influential head-hunters, career advice … Read more

5 Instagram accounts to follow for timeless and chic looks 

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Let’s start the month with five Instagram accounts you should follow right now; we hand-picked super stylish women whose accounts on Instagram are a fantastic source of fashion inspiration for those who like simple, timeless and chic looks. 1- Harling Ross, Classic with a Twist Sieh dir diesen Beitrag auf Instagram an Ein Beitrag geteilt … Read more

Gucci or Guccy – How to Know if Your Bag is Real or Fake 

How to know if it's a real or fake Gucci bag?

At Notorious Mag, we’ve noticed the vintage and secondhand market isn’t just booming—it’s positively thriving! Consumers are now all about that ‘pre-loved’ life, firmly believing it’s the ultimate sustainable flex. And let’s get real: with the economy doing a rollercoaster ride and inflation playing peek-a-boo, platforms like Vestiaire Collective and The Real Real are becoming … Read more

Spanish girls’ beauty routine and their incredible skin 

Penelope Cruz wearing natural makeup, one of the Spanish girls' beauty tricks for a glowing skin.

Notorious is in Paris, checking the latest street style trends. And as much as we love the French girls’ je ne sais quoi, all we want is to achieve the fabulous glowing and flawless skin Spanish girls have. So we did a little digging to discover their beauty routine.  If you’re tired of heavy makeup … Read more

You left Hotel Mama, and now? How to wash your clothes.

Woman covered over a pile of clothes

Before you call mum for help with laundry, watch this video. Here you will learn the meaning of the symbols on the label of your clothes. And, consequently, you will learn how to wash your clothes without ruining the Acne Studios pullover you got for Christmas. Mum will be proud of you. Almost no one … Read more

This summer’s most beautiful colours for your nails

Woman wearing one of Chanel's nail polish collection with the most beautiful colours for summer.

Truly stylish women know that beauty lies in the details, hence nothing happens by chance when putting together their outfits, including the colour of the fingernails. Beautifully manicured hands elevate any look, making the most basic white t-shirt look luxurious. This is why we love the new Chanel nail collection The Sky, The Sun and … Read more

Duchess of Cambridge’s beauty secret: Does she use Botox or not? 

Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge wearing a white one shoulder gown and minimalist beauty makeup

It’s no secret Catherine Duchess of Cambridge looked stunning at the London premiere of Tom Cruise’s Top Gun: Maverick, so you may be wondering whether Kate Middleton uses Botox to maintain her flawless and radiant skin beauty. Despite constantly busy with non-ending royal engagements, the 40-year-old mother-of-three maintains a healthy, luminous, and glowing complexion. So, … Read more

How to layer necklaces according to a jewellery designer. Expert tips.

Woman wearing two layers of chain necklaces with pendants.

Being a jewellery designer, I witness first-hand the ever-changing trends and new styling tricks, including the layering craze that has taken over the fashion world, Instagram, and TikTok. But, although seemingly simple, the layering trend requires much more than just pilling up several necklaces. When styling your favourite jewellery pieces, you must pay attention to … Read more

The Handbag Clinic: A longer life for your luxury bag. Restore & revamp.

Red Gucci bag in detail under a glass magnifier

Buying a new luxury designer bag is always a treat, but more than that, we love taking good care of the ones we already have to give handbags a longer life. And the good thing about luxury totes, like Chanel, is that they can last a lifetime and even be passed down to the next … Read more