Colette was simply amazing as my makeup artist at my wedding. She was incredibly thorough in…read morehelping me to choose the right colours and style. She not only did a great job with my make-up, but also helped me choosing the one that worked best for me, making me feel beautiful and confident on the day. She is also so lovely to talk to, which makes getting the make-up done very pleasant - she even managed to relax me and to enjoy it, even though I was a bunch of nerves! I cannot recommend Colette enough, she is an absolute star!

From the owner: Colette is an Edinburgh based professional make-up artist, offering a friendly, professional and…read morefully insured mobile make-up service. Colette is happy to travel anywhere in Scotland, and further upon request. Colette specialises in wedding make-up, special occasion make-up, make-up lessons, bridal tutorials, photo shoots & film make-up. Using only the highest quality, professional products, Colette strongly believes in enhancing a person's own natural beauty with perfectly applied, long lasting make-up, which would fit perfectly for weddings, special occasions and photo shoots. Colette really enjoys making her clients feel beautiful, confident and comfortable with whatever look they have chosen, leaving for their special event looking flawless and feeling a fabulous version of themselves.

I LOVE Vanity Thrills. Like the previous reviewer, I was super sad when miss dixiebells closed, but…read moreoverjoyed when I found out that Ariana was doing her own thing. It is such a treat getting my hair done, and makes getting ready for a party so much easier, especially since I got my make up done too. I literally just had to step to my dress and decide which handbag to use. Ariana worked her magic and sculpted my hair into victory rolls (caves not tunnels!) and the intricate work at the back of my hair is beautiful. She is a cool gal and knows her stuff. I like getting all my hair up, as then I can sleep in a head square (not the sexiest look I grant you) but I can eek three days out if my up doo as it is firmly in place with setting lotion / lacquer Kirby grips and hair spray. I had my make up done by Cat (freelance professional make up artist) that Ariana works with regularly. She is super fun and I honestly don't know how she made me look so good. My skin was glowing and my flicks were sharp. I kept doing a double take to see that it was actually me! I was so pleased with it. Thank you ladies for working your magic and getting this girl dolled up for her party.

Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, Vanity Thrills has emerged from the recently deceased Miss…read moreDixiebelle. I was absolutely horrified when I FINALLY had a reason to go vintage and Miss Dixiebelle was long gone, replaced by (I think) a cat cafe or a barber shop. Either way, devastation briefly ensued until I discovered Vanity Thrills, lurking on the side. recently launched after MD's closure, and with barely there premises in Abbeyhill shared with Cutie Cool Nails, I managed to get my hair style set in time for my vintage night out. My sister and I spent a lovely Sunday afternoon with Ariana being primped and I have to say, I actually never believed my hair would ever look that good. Mind, there were a million bobby pins in there, but it was an absolute work of art (that I couldn't for the life of me take a photo of). My sister, turned into my grandmother (looks wise, not age!) with a lovely bob set. Utterly delighted, and Ariana is lovely. Highly recommended, and I can't wait for another reason to go back. At the moment, the website is under construction, but there is an active Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/VanityThrillsVintageHairandBeautyParlour/timeline), so check it out to see the Vintage offerings there. VT does home appointments as well as at the salon, but I suspect the tea and biscuits won't flow quite as plentifully there!

I adore MAC make-up and their liquid Studio Fix foundation is the best foundation I've ever used…read morewith a coverage that last all day! On my last visit to the MAC counter in Harvery Nic's, I was topping up on my Studio Fix as I was running a little low. As always, there girls working looked amazing with the most perfect make-up, it must be so annoying having to put it on to go to work for 9 in the morning, especially if you've been out the night before. I wonder how long it takes them? Anyway, when I requested another bottle of my favourite foundation the girl who served me was really friendly and helpful and even let me try a couple of the new eyeshadow colours and I left with a gold shade that was really pretty and a perfect shade for the summer. If you're looking for make-up that makes a statement then head along to MAC, the staff are always very knowledgeable about all the products and are highly skilled make-up artists so you can try out new looks too. If you're into more subtle make-up then you can still find colours to suit at the MAC counter but it works best if you're looking for bold, bright colours and aren't afraid to try out new looks.

I love love love Mac makeup and if i was reviewing only the makeup the i would give this a full 5…read morestars, however on this occasion I'm reviewing the customer service and the actual store. I shop in Mac every time im in Harvey Nichols and recently Ive just gave up and shopped online instead as they offer free shipping for orders over £30 (and lets be honest, most items are around that price anyway). The sales assistants completely ignore you and don't offer assistance and you cannot help yourself to things as its all locked away in drawers. If you come in with a list they get frustrated running around looking for things. I hope this isn't commission based as i spend a lot of money and they don't deserve the bonus. The store is also extremely tight and laid out really badly. Its so difficult trying to squeeze past all the other customers who also arent being served and the queue for the checkout is also queued down the already tight aisles. On being served the SA asks if you have an account with them but can never seem to find it so you need to give them all of your details again and they set you up with a new account. This takes a good 5 minutes and they never seem to have a correct sized bag. Its only ever the massive one they have. For one lipstick it seems impractical. Even if you buy 20 things the small bag would suffice. I don't think the shop carries much selection. After being to the American stores this one is small and a little bit disappointing really. Plenty colors but just limited unlike the USA stores.