A New York City Health and Beauty Blog

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week: Backstage at Joy Cioci SS 2013

NARS Joy Cioci SS13 beauty look

Uzo, NARS International Lead Makeup Stylist wanted to give the models at Joy Cioci “glistening cheeks and pink lips”.

 The look is ‘mermaid meets the 1920s.’ Part vintage. Part fantasy,” said Uzo. “Eyes are bathed in shades of shimmering ocean blue. Cheeks are glistening in silvery pearl. The  lips and its’ cupid bow are dramatized in soft pink.
Below are the key products used to create the exclusive look:
FACE
·         Sheer Glow Foundation
·         Radiant Creamy Concealer (New for Spring 2013!)
EYES
·             PRO-PRIME Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base
·             Santa Monica Blvd Larger Than Life® Long-Wear Eyeliner
·             Larger Than Life Lengthening Mascara
·             Femme Fatale Duo (New for Holiday 2012! -available: US/Global Nov. 1, 2012)
              *For a similar effect, try left side of Pandora Duo Eyeshadow and middle of Cap Ferrat Trio Eyeshadow
·             Silver Factory Multiple (New for Holiday 2012!, vailable: US/Global Nov. 1, 2012)
               *For a similar effect, try Albatross Highlighting Blush
·             Mad Mad World Duo Eyeshadow (New for Spring 2013!, available: US – Jan. 15 2013 / Global – Feb. 1 2013)
              *For a similar effect, try left side of Misfit Duo Eyeshadow and right side of Rated R Duo Eyeshadow
Get the look: NARS Joy Cioci SS13 beauty look
LIPS
·             Roman Holiday Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
·             Miss Sadie Lip Liner Pencil
What do you think of the bold eyeshadow and subdued lips shown at Joy Cioci?

Behind the Scenes: CND Lucite Lace Nails at Joy Cioci SS12

CND Lucite Lace Nails at Joy Cioci SS12

What I love most about Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is observing all of the beauty trends. Now we all know that nail art is hotter than hot right now but nail art is not always glamorous. Sometimes it can be over the top and sometimes even be plain gaudy. Well CND at Joy Cioci got it right. Nail artist, Candice Manacchio designed “Lucite Lace” manicures using clear tips with hand-detailed lattice work. These clear nails were groomed in an oval shape with lace print over top or reversed. Gorgeous.

Candice Manacchio for CND lucite lace nails at joy cioci

If you’re interested in achieving this lace manicure take a look at this tutorial by

[vsw id=”o1xxxFngLPg” source=”youtube” width=”425″ height=”344″ autoplay=”no”]

Are you feeling the nail art trend?