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NARS @ Honor S/S 2011

NARS @ Honor S/S 2011

NARS @ Honor S/S 2011

TREND: Accentuated Eyes & Nude Lips

INSPIRATION: “Elegant femininity inspired by Catherine Deneuve and Grace Kelly with an edge of rebellion like Cyndi Lauper,” said Honor designer Giovanna Randall about the look and inspiration. With the venue set up like a Parisian...

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MAC @ Ruffian S/S 2011

MAC @ Ruffian S/S 2011

MAC @ Ruffian S/S 2011

INSPIRATION: She's an American ex-pat adapting to the French culture. It's a neutral palette but the gold makes it glamorous." -- James Kaliardos

Eyes

  • Pearl Cream Colour Base blended over the eyelids.
  • Centre Stage Mega Metal Shadow (2011) and MAC PRO Rose Gold Metal Pigment...

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MAC @ Vena Cava S/S 2011

MAC @ Vena Cava S/S 2011

MAC @ Vena Cava S/S 2011

INSPIRATION: "The look is full glamour -- Michelle Pfeiffer from Scarface 1983." -- Christian McCulloch

Eyes

  • Contrast, Prussian, and Shadowy Lady eyeshadows -- blended together and pulled out from the center of the eye along the crease and lower lash lines for a blue gray...

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NARS @ 3.1 Phillip Lim S/S 2011

NARS @ 3.1 Phillip Lim S/S 2011

NARS @ 3.1 Phillip Lim S/S 2011

TREND: Flushed cheeks and dewy skin

INSPIRATION: “The boys are part bourgeoisie, part rugged. They have swagger, but they are beautiful,” said designer Phillip Lim. Naïve, fresh and with an affluence for dressing, they carry confidence like it’s second nature....

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Win 2 MAC Dare to Wear Eyeshadows!

Win 2 MAC Dare to Wear Eyeshadows!

Win 2 MAC Dare to Wear Eyeshadows!

One (1) lucky winner will receive Atlantic Blue and Winkle Eyeshadows from MAC's Dare to Wear Collection! (Retail value $29.00!)

RULES: All entries must be submitted by September 17th, 2010 at 11:59 PM PST. This contest is open to all readers as pursuant to your local...

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Milani Royalty Runway Eyeshadow

Milani Royalty Runway Eyeshadow

Milani Runway Eyeshadow: Royalty

Milani Royalty Runway Eyeshadow ($5.99 for 0.07 oz.) is a medium fuchsia purple with a lilac sheen.  It's like a purple version of MAC Stars 'n Rockets (without the duochrome).  It's semi-sheer when used dry, and it's still a little...

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What's your favorite cheek highlighter?

What's your favorite cheek highlighter?

What's your favorite cheek highlighter? Share your holy grail!

I love Dior Amber Diamond!  I also really like Benefit's Sugarbomb, though it's kind of like a light blush.

Thanks to Annita for today's question! Got a question idea? Submit yours here.

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New York Fashion Week S/S 2011: Day 1 Recap

New York Fashion Week S/S 2011: Day 1 Recap

New York Fashion Week S/S 2011: Day 1 Recap

Keep up with all of the latest and greatest coverage at our Fashion Week page, and don't forget to love it or leave it on this season's runway looks.  I really loved the hair at Jason Wu!

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AVEDA @ Jason Wu S/S 2011 Backstage & Beauty

AVEDA @ Jason Wu S/S 2011 Backstage & Beauty

AVEDA @ Jason Wu S/S 2011

Chiffon Highlights at Jason Wu Spring/Summer 2011 Show with Odile Gilbert for Aveda

On Hair:

Aveda lead stylist Odile Gilbert created looping braids and twists finished with a chiffon ‘flower’ using Aveda Smooth Infusion Style-Prep™ Smoother,™ Aveda Air Control™...

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