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Saturday, April 6, 2013

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DIANNE BRILL


Dianne Brill, the fabulous "Queen of Night Life" and Andy Warhol muse has a birthday today. Dianne is also the creator of her own cosmetic and skin care company. With divine packaging inspired by her love of sexy lingerie and quality products developed in her new homeland, Switzerland. Ms.Brill has much to celebrate. Just go to her website at DIANNEBRILL.COM to view all the luscious goodies.

CATE BLANCHETT ON THE COVER OF AUSTRALIAN HARPER'S BAZAAR


NO TIME TO DO YOUR MAKEUP?


JUST CAN'T FACE ANOTHER DAY?

TUNE INTO HSN ON APRIL 15th FOR THE DEBUT OF AURA BY SWAROVSKI


Swarovski, in partnership with Groupe Clarins USA, will debut AURA by Swarovski lipsticks, and body shimmer encapsulated in high-shine packaging dotted with crystals. In addition, miniature crystals help reflect light within each formula, giving your skin the ultimate radiance. The collection launches on HSN on April 15th. Nadja Swarovski along with Harper's Bazaar executive Beauty and Fashion Editor Avril Graham will appear on-air for the launch of the collection. * When I first heard this news I pictured the crystal covered lips like the ones Pat Mcgrath created for the Dior runway. This is much more practical.

WOULD YOU PAY ALMOST $1000 FOR A NIGHT CREME MADE OF DIAMONDS?

The Celestial Black Diamond night cream uses the latest scientific technology to protect, rebuild, and nourish the skin. The trio of Hyaluronic acid, N-cystine and Centella Asiatica work on the three layers of the skin to replenish and rebuild the cells matrix. Black Diamond microspheres ensure immediate delivery of key youth preserving ingredients deeper in the skin layers. Arbutin fights discoloration and creates a luminous complexion. The result is visibly brighter, more radiant and even skin tone. Well, they are black diamonds, you know. So this must be worth it.....right?

Friday, April 5, 2013

BETTE DAVIS


Bette Davis was born on this day in 1908. She was a great actress and one hell of a dame.

GET YOUR HOT PINK LIPSTICK HERE!

Their calling it the "haute couture grunge look" wearing vibrant Fuchsia lipstick with everything from jeans to a cocktail dress. Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet Luminous Matte Lip Colour in "L'Exuberante" or "Schiap" lipstick by NARS are two good ones to check out. And get funky!

IT'S SHOCKING!


The Elsa Schiaparelli brand has laid dormant since 1954, although Schiaparelli herself lived until 1973. An Italian native, "Schiap" began designing in Paris in the late 20's (she created the color Shocking, which we now call Hot Pink) and grew to become one of the most prominent and daringly creative designers of the 1930's. She was friends with many artists of the era, like Salvador Dali, and designed eccentric looks such as a hat shaped like a high heeled shoe. Her grand daughter is 60's super model and now actress Marisa Berenson. 

Schiaparelli's fashion house suffered from World War ll and she shuttered the business in 1954. But her name and legend lived on for fashion lovers and, in 2006, Diego Della Valle purchased Schiaparelli's trademarks and archives with an eye on resuscitating the brand. According to WWDF in 2011, accessories, fragrances and cosmetics should have been on store shelves in Febuary 2013. And that a designer (John Galliano's name was mentioned) would be in place to begin creating the fashion line. 

So far only French model/actress Farida Khelfa has been hired as the Schiaparelli spokeswoman. And as of April 2013 there have been no further news reports regarding the brand.





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DIOR CHERIE BOW COLLECTION FOR SPRING 2013


THINK PINK when you think of Dior Spring 2013. Shades of pink, pale grey, and strong black eyeliner create the look for eyes this season. Along with pink cheeks, lips,and nails complete the look of the Cherie Bow collection designed by makeup director Tyen.

MODEL DARIA WERBOWY GOT LEGS


Thursday, April 4, 2013

TOO FABU

BY CELINE PARIS

YSL TOUCHE ECLAT


The classic YSL TOUCHE ECLAT is so popular that they are celebrating their twenty year anniversary. Not really a concealer, it is more of a highlighter and brightener, but does help with dark shadows under the eyes. You can also apply under brows and on cheekbones. Any where you want a touch of light. A favorite of models, makeup artists, celebrities, and woman everywhere. It's also great for touching up under the eyes after your makeup is finished without caking. It comes in 12 different shades so you are sure to find the perfect shade for any complexion.

MANIFESTO BY YVES SAINT LAURENT

MANIFESTO: THE FRAGRANCE

Be seduced by a bouquet of Jasmine punctuated by green notes and a bold trail combining wood, vanilla and Tonka bean. The signature of a new declaration of femininity.

TOP NOTES - AUDACITY Bergamot Green notes The top notes open with an intensely modern and crisply Green Accord contrasted to the classic freshness of Bergamot. 

HEART NOTES - EXCESS Sambac Jasmine Lily of the Valley The heart bursts with excessive femininity of Sambac Jasmine Absolute and the sparkle of Lily of the Valley.

BASE NOTES - DESIRE Sensual Woods Vanilla The base notes arise with the sensuality of Sandalwood and Cedar, accentuated with a creamy touch of Tonka Bean.

Wednesday, April 3, 2013

KATHARINE MCPHEE GETS A NEW SHORT HAIRCUT




Katharine Mcphee, one of the stars of the hit television show SMASH, walked through Los Angeles International Airport almost unrecognized.

The actress and "American Idol" alum has cut her normally long, chestnut brown hair into a tousled, chin length bob. Color wise Katharine is featuring the new ombre look, with her usual dark brown shade at the roots, going into a lighter warm auburn color. In my opinion she looks smashing, even with the geek chic glasses.

Personally I feel she was at the peak of her beauty just after A.I. I think she may have decided to lose weight before starting her new series, and now looks just a little too thin. I prefer her looking a little more voluptuous, as she was in the top photo. But what do I know, I'm just a beauty expert.

DIOR SPRING 2013 MONO EYESHADOW COLLECTION


 The DIOR SPRING 2013 MONO EYESHADOW COLLECTION has 18 new shades. Each of the new shades can be used to create a natural, nude or a seductive, sultry smoky eye makeup look as they have a wet/dry formula which can be used dry for a subtle color or wet for an intense finish. 
As shown here on the Face of Dior, actress Natalie Portman.

Tuesday, April 2, 2013

HAPPY 49th BIRTHDAY ELLE MACPHERSON


A HAIR RAISING EXPERIENCE


IT'S FIN-TASTIC!

HAVE A TECHNICOLOR SPRING




WANT TO MAKE A BIG COLOR SPLASH THIS SPRING? THEN "MAKEUP FOREVER" HAS THE COLLECTION FOR YOU. THE PALETTE CONSISTS OF MATTE, SATIN, AND IRIDESCENT TEXTURES IN 8 HIGHLY PIGMENTED SHADES. 

Monday, April 1, 2013

TWO TONE LIPS


ARE YOU READY.............

GLAMOUR PUNK


MAKEUP BY THE AMAZING PAT MCGRATH

CHANEL KNIGHTSBRIDGE COLLECTION


HIGHLIGHTING POWDER AND BLUSH  This exclusive creation, part of the limited-edition Knightsbridge Collection, brings a radiant flush and iridescent shimmer to the face. A unique and flattering compact formula, the powder is decorated with the signature Chanel logo and an elegantly embossed surface. (Limited edition only available on chanel.com)

CHANEL COSMETICS SPRING 2013


For Spring 2013 CHANEL is featuring soft shades of pink, peach, coral, taupe,, silver, and plum. Apply the lighter shimmery pink or silver at the inner corners of your eyes, with the taupe in the eye crease and then the deeper plum to accent the outer corners of your eyes. Smooth the colors on softly and blend well to maintain the soft look of the season. A soft coral cheek with some highlighter shimmer high on cheek bones, combined with the soft fairly matte peach lip color completes the Spring look by Chanel.

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