The Monika Chiang Woman: Feminine, Strong, Sexy Edgy Rock and Roll Spirit. Personally I felt that collection has a Rock/ Equestrian feel. The Equestrian influence can be seen in the mink equestrian hats, leather spats, a modern take on the riding jacket, and Monika Chiang’s spoke shearling boots (a fashionable take on riding boots). The [...read more...]
Lipstick and Luxury made our appearance once again backstage with NARS to capture the backstage beauty trends at Creatures of the Wind. The makeup was once again light and ethereal, let’s take a closer look: SHOW: Creatures of the Wind LEAD ARTIST: James Boehmer, NARS Director of Global Artistry TREND: Ethereal, radiant skin DESIGNER INSPIRATION: [...read more...]
Lipstick and Luxury was invited backstage by NARS Cosmetics at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. Fresh faces and bold eyebrows were spotted on the lovely models at the Honor show. Let’s take a closer look at this beauty breakdown: SHOW: Honor LEAD ARTIST: James Boehmer, NARS Director of Global Artistry TREND: Pretty, polished skin DESIGNER INSPIRATION: [...read more...]
The Tracy Reese collection for Spring/Summer 2012 showed lots of florals and pastels. And Mally Roncal of Mally Beauty was on site to provide the fresh and dreamy look that Tracy Reese sought to compliment her collection. The foundation was more of a satin finish than the dewy complexions that we’ve been seeing on the [...read more...]
Here’s the view from my seat at the Nicholas K Spring/Summer 2012 fashion show at Lincoln Center. Enjoy the final walk.
For Spring 2012 NARS drew inspiration from the 60s including larger than life lashes. Once again we are seeing a natural dewy complexion without any blush. The makeup look focuses on strong eyes, glowing skin and nude, glossy lips. Here is the product breakdown: FACE Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer – new for Spring 2012; for [...read more...]
Christian Siriano’s Spring 2012 show was full of all the vibrant colors that scream warm weather: lime green, bright corals and even fire engine red. The designer’s collection truly paid homage to the sophisticated woman—think long, flowy skirts belted with T-shirts for some fun, suits with cropped silk pants, and not to forget the dresses. [...read more...]
UK-based designers Falguni & Shane Peacock made their US debut at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week last Friday. To keep the focus on the opulent couture designs, the beauty look was understated with a twist—metallic smoky eyes up to the brow bone, coupled with a pinned-down coif and nude nails. Key makeup artist Kevin James Bennett for [...read more...]
Fashion is all about having fun and Cynthia Rowley’s Spring 2012 showing at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in New York proved just that. The designer managed to weave together a collection that was both girly and edgy and what fashionista doesn’t live for this kind of combo? Rowley played with florals in the form of [...read more...]
At Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week there is always so much more to look at than the clothes. Manicures have become the newest beauty craze and art form. And these beautiful designs were all over the runways for Spring 2012. The nail look created be Elle Gerstein for Pamela love was inspired by the bohemian Moroccan theme [...read more...]
