Farmer In Heels

The highly anticipated BRIT Awards is live on ITV tonight and I'm super excited to see what's being labelled as the best line up ever - Bruno Mars, Emile Sande, Skepta, The 1975, Little Mix, Robbie Williams, Katy Perry and the incredible Ed Sheeran. All huge names that are bound to put on a great show in between the hold your breath moments of intoxicated celebrity interviews and acceptance speeches.

The build up to the event has been going for a while, with the nominees revealed over a month ago and the coveted award designed by architect Zaha Hadid was unveiled back at the beginning of December.
Sleek and elegant replicating her architectural recipe, however not as out there and exciting as past awards in my opinion (collection shown below). However I love that they have carried on from Pam Hogg in making a separate award for each category, making each award even more unique and special.
But two activations that have really caught my eye. The MasterCard Listening Booth and BRITs Week in collaboration with War Child & O2.
MasterCard, sponsor of the BRITs for 17 years, launched the Listening Booth in Covent Garden on Monday. Transforming an iconically British red telephone box into a listening booth, 'music fans can immerse themselves in the songs from previous BRIT winners. Guests are invited inside the booth for an experience that aims to strip away all unnecessary distractions and allow for a moment to enjoy the sound of popular artists.'* Running for just the two days before the event and then moving to the BRITs itself, the activation was a successful and quick reminder about the upcoming event and the music we get to celebrate.
The second activation that has caught my eye is the BRITs Week in collaboration with War Child & O2. Similar to the Apple Music Festival, the gigs stage some of the biggest British talent performing in intimate venues across London. You have to enter into a draw to win tickets whilst also supporting War Child by donating £5. Sadly the prize draw closed in January but check out the incredible line up here. I love this idea! I was lucky enough to win some tickets a couple of years back for One Direction & Little Mix with Apple Music and having previously seen the boys in a larger arena I wasn't too sure if I really wanted to be surrounded by young girls who felt the need to scream every time one of them spoke. However I was pleasantly surprised. In a much smaller setting it was much more enjoyable and intimate and I feel that the BRITs Week gigs will have that same relaxed feeling.

If the lead up activations have been this good, how amazing would it be to attend the prestigious event itself! Even more amazing when you realise that VIP Guests and Artists receive incredible Goody Bags full to the brim with expensive and exciting goodies.
'Warner Music are planning to shower their VIP guests and artists with luxury gifts including Lanvin cufflinks, Sarah Sabastian diamond earrings, a Polaroid camera and film, skin care by Revive and a bottle of Ciroc vodka. The girls’ goodie bags will also include £250 Net-a-Porter voucher while the boys will receive the same amount for Mr Porter.
Most importantly though, they will contain invites to the label’s legendary after party, which will follow the ceremony at the Freemasons Hall. Dua Lipa is already confirmed to perform, while Bruno Mars, Tinie Tempah and Annie-Marie are among expected guests.' **As if attending the event isn't enough, you get all this amazing stuff. Think I'm in the wrong profession.


Make sure you tune in tonight on ITV at 7:30pm and from 6:30-7:30pm and 10-11pm on ITV2 for behind the scenes sneak peeks and live red carpet action.



*http://www.eventmagazine.co.uk/mastercards-brits-listening-booth-opens-covent-garden/brands/article/1424717
**http://lifestyle.one/grazia/celebrity/news/brit-awards-goodie-bag-contents-2017/?utm_content=buffer126cf&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer

It may be National Kiss a Ginger Day, but there is one ginger who I'm sure many would want to kiss as he is back and taking the world by storm ... Ed Sheeran!

Please read x

A photo posted by Ed Sheeran (@teddysphotos) on Dec 12, 2015 at 10:29pm PST

A photo posted by Ed Sheeran (@teddysphotos) on Dec 12, 2016 at 10:29pm PST

Hello 2017...

A video posted by Ed Sheeran (@teddysphotos) on Jan 1, 2017 at 2:34am PST

Since then he has once again created suspense for his upcoming album. Having previously released + with the colour orange and X with green, their was a suspicion that the next would have to be - or ÷ and from the blue square previously posted this must be the colour too.

÷ out 3rd March. Pre-order will go live at midnight in your country x

A photo posted by Ed Sheeran (@teddysphotos) on Jan 12, 2017 at 2:57am PST

With the festival season in full swing, there is one artist pulling out all the collaborations, Taylor Swift.

Uptown Funk is fast becoming a top hit for the exuberant duo. Both artists have always been a favourite of mine so the collaboration was something I was always looking forward to, along with many other fans around the world. With Mark Ronsons' dance beat classics and Bruno Mars' particular voice, dance moves and personality its a perfect match.
Firstly heard at the Clothes Show Live catwalk show, and then performed by Fleur East on the X Factor, the song was a huge hit straight away and the video didn't let it down,  by using Bruno and his band as the cool american boys with the impressive dance moves. The subdued colour schemes and colour pops against the sepia toned skyline works really well and gives a great feeling that matches the song.

My second choice from the night was Miss Sher-mazing herself, Nicole Sherzinger.  Her tight leather cut out dress oozed sex appeal as per usual. I wasn't so sure on the boots that she paired with the dress but she was able to pull the whole outfit off with a light pink lip and simplistic eye make-up. I would definitely love to be able to pull this look off.
My third and last choice was the co-presenter Mel B. After becoming a successful judge on the X Factor her style has been improving from the leopard print we know her so well from. I really like gold detailing on any glamorous dress and this is no exception and to add sex appeal the thigh high slit and cut out near the shoulder is really effective. Mel also was joined by her 4 X Factor boys who were brimming from ear to ear on their first red carpet event. All 4 looked really dapper, especially Jake and Jack, and are definitely ready for future fame.

Taylors' new release has had mixed reviews. Some have been praising the strong message to not care what people think, whereas others are being negative about the huge difference between this track and her previous ones.
I personally think that it is not only a catchy pop song but it is showing that Taylor can have a bit of fun whilst still portraying a good message.
The styling in the video is also a lot of fun. Each dance type is represented with different fashions such as Ballerinas and Street Dancers, as well as showcasing her own personal style in a all black co-ordinate and statement red lips, which will always be a high end trend!