October 25, 2010
by Julia DiNardo
One of my favorite parts of going backstage is to be able to chat with Charlotte Willer of Maybelline regarding the amazing looks she’s created for the upcoming season. Here are a few of her outstanding work for Spring 2011, with accessible products you can get almost anywhere! Stay tuned for an FPD giveaway soon, featuring some of the EXACT Maybelline items used on the runway!
Maybelline Backstage Beauty at L.A.M.B. (left)
Products used: Dream Liquid Mousse Foundation, Mineral Power Finishing Veil Powder, Eye Studio Color Plus Silk in Give me Gold, Express Eyeliner in Ebony Black, Volum’ Express the Falsies Washable Mascara, Shine Sensational Lip Gloss in Tempting Toffee.
Maybelline Backstage look at Z Spoke by Zac Posen (right)
Products used: Dream Liquid Mousse Foundation, Eye Studio Color Plus Silk in Give me Gold, Copper Chic, and Sapphire Siren Palettes, Volum’ Express the Falsies Washable Mascara, Color Sensational Lipcolor in Very Cherry, Park Avenue Pink, and Backstage #4 (created for fashion week).
The Maybelline Backstage Look at Vivienne Tam (left)
Products used: Dream Matte Powder, Mineral Power Bronzer, Volum’ Express the Falsies Washable Mascara, Color Sensational Lip Color in Nearly There.
October 23, 2010
by fashionpulse
[Images via Elle.com]
Valentino
Mention the name Valentino and it’s easy to get visions of the designer’s ultra-famous gowns, à la Julia Roberts in a black and white vintage dream at the 2001 Oscars. And while the house’s current design heads Pier Paolo Piccioli and Maria Grazia Chiuri are hardly shy about putting models in fresh, frilly, demure minis, there were a few surprise twists and turns on the Valentino spring 2011 catwalk. There were a handful of looks in…wait for it… denim! It was, nevertheless, the most refined-looking display of denim ever, but it was nice to see something so quotidian done with such class. Trust Valentino to take basic cotton, among many other things, and make it seem truly out of this world.
[Images via Elle.com]
Yves Saint Laurent
Black, white, backless jumpsuits and exposed midriffs with calf-length skirts…it was all about pushing the ends of the YSL spectrum as far as they could reach for Stefano Pilati. A somehow new and inventive trench coat appeared on the same runway as a ruched and ruffled gypsy-eque dress; a blouse fit for a pilgrim was immediately disavowed by the fact that it was completely sheer. It was as if the designer wanted the collection to be omnipresent, to meet any kind of need any woman might have in order to make her mark. Oh, marks were made alright, by Pilati himself and the YSL Spring 2011 woman, though she doesn’t even know it yet.
[Images via Elle.com]
Balenciaga
While Nicolas Ghesquière used items from the house’s long history to influence his designs for Spring 2011, this wasn’t a presentation of how-well-do-you-know-your-Balenciaga — for example, a particular panel leaf dress inspired the shape of this season’s coats. Instead, Ghesquière had slicked and spiked models wearing minimal make-up and bringing a tough masculinity to each look. A smooth, almost serpentine texture on smocked blouses contrasted tailored trousers and scalloped, sleeveless, menswear-style shirts. The designer insisted he was after individuality, and he sure got it.
-Kaci Hamilton
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October 22, 2010
by Julia DiNardo
Layla Grayce is a destination for cultivating your personal style. Founders Wendy Rossiter Estes and Tiffany Grayce Harris bring their vision of “harmony, balance and happiness to your home and life.” The two friends share a passion for antiques and art before launching Layla Grayce. The carefully curated collection of items for women, children, and home will delight you with everything from luxe modern handbags, to gorgeous jewelry perfect for holiday gift giving. Indulge yourself or a friend with an in-home spa experience with a bubble bath, or scented candle from Lollia, Gianna Rose or Mor Cosmetics. Never mainstream but always functional, Layla Grayce products are designed for longevity – everyday heirlooms that can be passed on to future generations. Layla Grayce is dedicated to creating an inspired haven that reflects a stylish, creative take on your lifestyle.
Thanks to our generous friends at Layla Grayce for providing a $250 gift card to one lucky winner in our Autumn Blooms Giveaway. Contest ends October 25, 2010 12:01 a.m. PST.
October 22, 2010
by Julia DiNardo
The winner of the Naya Bakula Pumps Giveaway is Casey F. of Findlay, Ohio. Congrats Casey, and thanks to everyone who entered! Don’t forget, you still have giveaways you can currently enter on FPD: Kork-Ease Kayla Boot Giveaway and the Yay for the Tory Burch Foundation, National Business Women’s Week, & a Giveaway!
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