September 7, 2013
by fashion pulse contributor
[Image via WWD]
The Show: Duckie Brown Spring 2014
The Theme: Fruit Cart Vendors & a Gender Bending Play on Proportion
The Color Palette: White, navy, and khaki
Signature Look of the Collection: Steven Cox and Daniel Silver’s latest collection for Duckie Brown subverted the notions of gender roles in a sartorial context, as the lyrics “dress like a boy, talk like a girl” quite appropriately boomed through the space to a techno-tribal beat
Smock-like shirts were layered over pants, tailored micro-shorts peeked out from under long overcoats and apron-like tops. A strong play with proportion added to the designers’ dialogue on gender and fashion, as shorts grazed the models’ thighs, sleeves of jackets and blazers were shortened, and as it was revealed eventually, what seemed to be shorts were actually skirts, slit up the front and back. While each piece presented was a characteristic staple of a man’s wardrobe, Cox and Daniel crafted them in lace-like materials.
As the collection unfolded, there was also a shift from strict tailoring- connoting traditional expectations of masculinity- to a more relaxed silhouette as the clinical white cottons of the first looks were replaced with burlap and linen.
-Lucas Dawson
September 6, 2013
by fashion pulse contributor
They say that your face is your canvas, and as any good painter knows, before you ever even begin to paint, first you must prime. Clinique’s newest collection of lightweight, oil-free Superprimers helps create a smooth, even surface on your skin, creating the perfect base for your foundation to glide over. The six-piece collection contains different formulas in each that are designated to combat common skin ailments such as redness, dullness, sallowness and discoloration to help you achieve flawless looking skin. Even if you don’t suffer from one of these skin concerns, the universally colored Superprimer will create a translucent base that is the perfect first step to your makeup routine.
Simply smooth one of these primers over your entire face (or you can apply just where needed) with your fingertips or a makeup sponge, then apply your foundation as you normally would. This small step will make a big difference when it comes to ensuring longevity, and that your foundation goes on evenly and stays closest to the color it appears on the bottle. So before you reach for your foundation, try a Clinique Superprimer, because in the journey of good skin, every little step helps. Clinique Superprimer retails at $27 and is available at Cinique.com and Clinique counters nationwide.
September 5, 2013
by fashion pulse contributor
The Show: Josie Natori Spring 2014
The Theme: Natori pulled inspiration from the glamorous women of 1930s Hollywood. The collection displayed a sense of sophistication and charm, while still paying homage to the designer’s Philippine roots.
The Color Palette: Although soft neutrals started the show off, the collection’s color palette included everything from punchy fuchsias and oranges to soft pastels and even gold and silver metallics.
The Collection’s Signature, Standout Look: A silk short-sleeved top and matching wide leg pant really embodied the collection. The bright colors of this look’s watercolor print add something unexpected to the classic silhouette, proving that Natori can bring East and West together flawlessly.
-Molly Donnellon
September 5, 2013
by fashion pulse contributor
You don’t need to be an artist to appreciate everything about the NARS new line of eye paints, appearing in ten highly pigmented shades, each color contains a weightless gel formula designed to deliver long-lasting color that glides on for a smooth finish with little to no dry time. But the best part about these little vibrant pots of color is not just their easy application; it’s their versatility, since each color pulls double duty as an eyeshadow and eyeliner.
Simply switch your eyeshadow brush to the new NARS Angled Eyeliner Brush #38, pick a shade and you’ll have all the materials needed for you to create a perfectly defined eye. From Mozambique’s Olive to Iskandar’s gHld, each eye paint will give you the ideal shade to create the perfect eye look just in time for the fall season. The collection can be found at Nordstrom, NARS boutiques, and NarsCosmetics.com, with each shade retailing at $25.
