People, I'm confused. And not just about what happened Last Night (although I'm still in TOTAL SHOCK), but about this: Marc Jacobs Safety Pin Hair Pin (approx $33). Now I'm not normally a label lush — though if it has a double C on it, I'm there. But I've always had a soft spot for Marc. Not just his fragrances, but his cosmetic bags, his actual bags and well, everything. But the whole safety pin look has me divided. Do I like it, do I not? Is it chic or tragic? Help . . .
Spring has sprung and it's brought with it some fresh, new trends for us all to try. We've been wrapping up each of the cities as we go along (New York, London, Milan and soon to be Paris), but one trend that's emerged so far across all three cities is bold, contoured colour on the side of the cheeks, eyes and temples. We saw Project Runway's Christian Siriano deck his models out with tawny blush on the temples and sides of the cheeks in New York and there was a similar look from Moschino in Milan. In London we saw a more avant-garde take on the trend from Jean-Pierre Braganza in London, whose models donned a bright pink hue from the brow bone to the cheekbone. When done in flattering tones and a light hand, I can totes see this look taking off. What about you? Is it a trend you'd try, or will you pass on this one?
The feminine "alter ego" to the insanely successful Paco Rabanne 1 Million fragrance just launched this week and let me tell you, peeps, Lady Million is way, way more than just a fragrance, it's a lifestyle: a rich, luxurious and expensive one. The kind of one we all want. So if you're either a) insanely rich, b) wanting to be insanely rich or c) alive, this should be your signature scent. Like its manly counterpart, the flacon is gold. Obviously. But this one is also shaped like a diamond — 'tis actually based on the Regent diamond at the Louvre Museum aka the Most Beautiful Diamond in the World. Just in case it wasn't luxe enough. It houses a blend of sweet orange, raspberry, crystal mint, orange flower, peony sorbet, jasmine, vanilla and patchouli. Check out the gorgeous Dree Hemingway in the ad. That hair. That car. That diamond. I want it ALL. Whaddya think? Have you tried it? Do you want to try it? Thoughts?
Note: this could be YOUR life if you buy this scent. Just sayin'. Stockists: Adore Beauty
Troy Thompson, of 10 Years Younger in 10 Days fame, recently celebrated 20 years in the hairdressing biz and is often called on for his expertise. His was part of the team behind the Myer S/S 2010/11 parade starring Jennifer Hawkins and Jess Hart and heaps of Australian A-listers have him on speed dial.
Now you can get a slice of the pie with the launch of his first book: Guide to the Younger You ($29.95) which is like a mini wrap-up of the makeover TV series. “I wanted to crystallise much of the essence of the TV show into a guide which likewise covers all the essential areas, from skin and teeth, to hair and fashion and, most importantly, health and well being,” says Thompson.
The handbag-friendly bible calls on industry experts who share their tips on detox, cleansing, hairstyles, dressing for your shape, accessorising, plastic surgery and more. At the back of the book, there's also exclusive offers and savings for you, like a HUGE $495 or more off a Gaia Health Retreat stay.
We've got five books to give away — one each day — and to be in with a chance of winning today's one, tell us how old you were when you first started using anti-ageing products. Have you already started in your twenties? Did you wait until your 30th birthday? Or was it when you first spied a fine line?
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With gold popping up on the Spring '11 runways at Donna Karan (pictured), Rodarte, Badgley Mischka, Mark Fast and more, we've enlisted the help of celeb makeup artist Brett Freedman (who has worked with Vanessa Hudgens and Jessica Biel) to help turn this runway look into a reality . . .
LOOK 1: For this look, Brett suggests starting out by applying a taupe shadow on your lids and creases. "That way, you have this matte anchor," he explains. Try Maybelline NY Eye Studio Eyeshadow Mono in Silken Taupe ($12.95). Next, use a glittery gold liquid liner, like Too Faced Gold Digger Starry Eyed Liner ($34.95), applying it very close to the lash lines. Finish off by curling the lashes, adding some mascara, and tying it all together with a swipe of the taupe shadow on the lower lash lines, meeting it up to the outer creases.
Fab just got word that due to to the overwhelmingly positive response to Kelsey's bikini shot, and the, ahem, strange circumstances from last night's Australia's Next Top Model final, Harper's Bazaar has decided to print both Amanda's and Kelsey's covers for their November issue! Now we want to know which Top Model cover you'll be picking up on October 18th, head on over to FabSugar and vote now!
OMG peeps, can you believe that tonight is the FINAL episode of Australia's Top Model?? I'm trying my hardest not to ruin my mani despite it being the most nail-biting finale that the show has EVER seen with the vote being 100 percent up to the Australia public. So WHO will be crowned winner — Sophie, Amanda or Kelsey? I'll be there live with Team TRESemmé and will dish up all the backstage dirt and any other juicy gossip bright and early tomorrow morning so stay tuned! But before you leave, join me as we take a trip down memory lane and check out some of the girls' best beauty looks. From the Mad Men inspired episode one shoot to the extreme makeovers and last week's slick top knots, it's all here. Just take a looksee . . .
All images courtesy of Foxtel/Ben Symons
OK, admittedly my fingers are T to the TIRED from tap, tap, tapping away but I'm just not ready for Fashion Week Spring 2011 to be three quarters ovah. Are you? Before we know it, it'll be over until February and that's just too long to wait. But alas, wait we will. Though, not before we've wrapped up the trends, of course. And joining the 1970s and neon brights in Milan was a makeup classic and some funky headgear . . .
Before we bid a fond Arrivederci to Milan Fashion Week, we're checking out all the beauty looks from The Front Row — yes, we're talking about you Taylor Swift, Leona Lewis, January Jones, Megan Fox and of course, you Kylie. Even Willow Pinkett-Smith was on hand with plenty of stylin' looks. Though we're still unhappy about the injustice of a nine-year-old at Emporio Armani. Sigh. Anyway, moving on . . . It's almost time to say Bonjour Paree! YAY!
