September 22, 2010
by Julia DiNardo
Inspired by all of the creative nail artwork I saw backstage for Spring 2011, I decided to try a muted down version at home. Luxe mixed metals, and brightly hued glitter nails were seen on the runway, so I decided to go for a gold look, created mainly with products I already had at home. First did a coat of the Creative Nail Design polish in a new color. Waiting until it was almost dry, I added one coat of the gold glitter (purchased at a drug store for $1.99), and when that was almost dry, an Ultra Shiny top Coat from brand N.Y.C. As you can see from the pics of the nails at night, the glitter definitely had some glow to it!
–Julia DiNardo
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September 21, 2010
by Julia DiNardo
[The author with Ted Gibson, getting hair prepped and styled for the show]
BACKSTAGE BEAUTY:
Backstage Beauty for Lela Rose this season was complete starting with skincare from Arcona, nails by Deborah Lippmann, makeup by Stila and hair by Ted Gibson. I was suuuper lucky to get to speak with all the “Keys” (head stylist/artist) Ted Gibson, and Sarah Lucero, key makeup artist. The look for nails was a soft coral color which tied in with the burnt sienna stained “velvet matte” lip. The skin was made flawless by prepping well with products by Arcona (the Triad Pads for removing makeup and the Desert Mist for hydrating and plumping – my two newest obsessions) followed by Stila’s One Step Makeup foundation for a natural matte finish.
The hair was big and sexy, but not in a Jerseylicious way…with a loose braid to the side and lots of natural volume through the top and sides rounded out the runway look. The complete beauty look complemented the collection through color with a bold lip and overall I would have to say I would DEFINITELY wear this look – the entire thing from hair to nails… and I may just do so tomorrow!
LELA ROSE RUNWAY SHOW:
Inspired by a feeling of Peruvian or Brazilian coastline meets tribal inspired patterns, the collection really showed a good range from casual to eveningwear. The color palette was vibrant and bold, featuring a deep forest green, bright fuchsia, vibrant coral, and playful navy. Neutral colors were cool in tone with a pale gold, light greys, and muted silvers, black and white. My favorite casual outfit was the short sleeve top with solid black stripes mixed with stripes of a mesh-like fabric, paired flowing floral shorts and neutral platform peep toe double strap shoes (Lela Rose for Payless!!). For evening, I LOVED the pale gold, deep V neckline, short belted dress with an off-kilter gather in the front. Overall the collection for Lela Rose SS11 was a very easy and fun collection that any woman could wear. Shoes displayed on the runway were part of the collaboration between the designer and Payless. I found this collection easy to relate to and something to be excited about after months of wearing your winter darks!
-Jen Paelmo
Jen Paelmo is FPD’s resident makeup artist and friend extraordinaire who not only has covered backstage for FPD but has also created some backstage beauty looks for the Spring 2011 runways. Check out her portfolio and work here.
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September 21, 2010
by Julia DiNardo
This year, Nautica is the proud sponsor of Komen Greater New York City’s Sleep in for the Cure® program, part of the 20th annual Komen New York City Race for the Cure. From our Fashion Pulse Daily Nautica Robe giveaway, the winner is Vittoria V., from Staten Island, NY, who said
“It’s so important to “Race for the Cure” (and now “Sleep in for the Cure” is a great option too!). I once participated in Breast Cancer Walk (it was for extra credit in school). The younger me thought “Eh, it will be just an easy stroll with a bunch of families.” I was so wrong! When I showed up and saw all those people and thought what the size of the crowd must of meant to them, I was blown away. It was like hope and love and sadness had all come together and manifested themselves in a visible net of support for everyone involved. My aunt died from breast cancer when I was very little and I just suddenly felt her there with me, as if she was saying, “Wow, I wish this had been around when I went through this fight on my own.” I feel so passionately about anything that supports awareness…keep on keeping on with this!“
Congrats Vittoria, and thanks to everyone who entered the giveaway! Check out our current Skagen Unisex Watch Giveaway to win yet another fabulous product!
September 21, 2010
by fashionpulse
What’s his is hers (and vice versa) with this brand new Skagen Watch, Style #: 585XLTMXB, which can be worn in a unisex manner by either gals or the guys. We thought it would be fun to giveaway one of these new watches, which isn’t even available until after 9/21 on www.skagen.com , and incorporate into a giveaway an element of “What do you share with your significant other?” The great thing about this giveaway is that it can be worn by yourself, or gifted to a guy – you decide!
This Skagen Denmark watch is made of lightweight material and has a Swiss Movement with the case and links made of Titanium. Features include a mirror border and a shiny black dial.
RULES of ENTRY:
1) Either follow Skagen Denmark on twitter @skagendenmark OR join the Fashion Pulse Daily Facebook Page (if you’re not already doing so) — write in the comments section which one you did, and if it’s twitter, you’re twitter handle (Example: ‘Hey I’m following you on twitter – my handle: @janedoe’)
2) Tell us in the comments: “What is your favorite thing that you and your significant other share?” It can be an article of clothing, jewelry, an iPod, etc.
3) USA entrants only, one entry per person, must be 18 or older.
Good luck!
**Contest ends on Tuesday, September 28th, 2010 at 11:59pm. The winner will be selected using Random.org.
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