In this episode Julia reviews several eos products and Almay’s new i-intense smoky eye colors.
September 25, 2011
3 Minutes of Beauty w/ Julia: On My Desk This Week
September 20, 2011
DVF Launches A New Fragrance; “Diane”
Just when we thought Diane Von Furstenberg had done it all, she captures us yet again; this time with a signature fragrance, “Diane.” On Thursday, September 22nd, Bloomingdale’s at 59th Street in NYC is offering those who purchase the scent the opportunity to meet the legendary designer and have their fragrance autographed. Generations of women recognize DVF as a symbol of assertive femininity, and as von Furstenberg once said, “The most important relationship in your life is the relationship you have with yourself. Because no matter what happens, you will always be with yourself.” The Diane Eau de Parfum, 1.7 oz retails for $85, while the 4 oz sells at $110.
–Alana Quagliariello
September 19, 2011
Backstage Beauty at 3.1 Phillip Lim for Spring 2012
Inspired by Phillip Lim’s raincoat in his 3.1 Phillip Lim Spring 2012 collection, CND’s Angi Wingle designed and mixed a special color just for the designer, mimicking the see-through jackets from the runway. Lim wanted a color to emulate those on the nail bed, which CND then custom blended a new mixture that will enhance the color that is naturally there. CND mixed a few drops of Raspberry Parfait and Guava, which resembled the raincoat in the collection, with a Speedy Top Coat to create a semi sheer coverage that matches the models’ nail beds. CND’s Speedy Top Coat and other colors can be found on their website and at various retailers around the country.
For makeup, NARS National Makeup Artist, Francelle, created a metallic eye in a gray-ish blue with pink lips for Lim’s runway show. Edgy, but soft, Francelle was inspired by the evolution of working with geometry and athlethism of Lim’s collection, concentrating on the freedom and fragility of kites. The inner rebel look of a matte blush on the models’ lips was romanticized with six coats of mascara on their eyes. All the products used can be found at narscosmetics.com:
PRO-PRIME Pore Refining Primer: $32.00
Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer (Available in Spring 2012)
Copacabana Illuminator: $29.00
Eyebrow Pencil: $21.00
Duo Eyeshadow in Paris: $33.00
Night Series Eyeshadow in Night Life: $23.00
Larger Than Life Long-Wear Eyeliner in Rue Bonaparte: $32.00
Larger Than Life Volumizing Mascara: $25.00
Gaiety Blush (Available in Spring 2012)
– Ambika Makin
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September 15, 2011
Your New York Fashion Week Spring 2012 Backstage Beauty Peek
Again this season, I was backstage and front of house to taken in both the shows and the behind the scenes action. I spoke with key hair, nails, and makeup artists, with the majority of the coverage published at BeautyHigh.com and Makeup.com. Check out the sites for the best of fashion week beauty, as well as our team FPD coverage! Here’s some of our favorites below:
Vivienne Tam:
Maybelline Makeup Artist Andy Koh (pictured – look how cute he is!) created a look for Vivienne based on the Japanese Zen Garden/’70s theme, bringing in gold and copper as well as green hues to fit in with the collection. He used Fit Me! Foundation, Eye Studio in Forest Flury and Irresistible Ivy, Falsies Mascara, and Shine Sensational Lip Color in Coral Luster.
