Archives for August 2015

August 18, 2015

Butterfly Studio Salon Color Expert, Cortney Crace discusses Babylights

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Babylights are the new “it” word in haircolor, and a huge trend for summer/fall! “Babylights are slivers of delicate hand painted pieces inspired from naturally sun-kissed or beach look hair – adding personalized ribbons of color to the hair,” says Cortney Crace, Butterfly Studio Salon Color Expert. “This will create polished hair color with the flair of a flirty and playful look. It’s a new application method of freehand balayage, a technique taking smaller sections of hair.”

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Babylights are perfect for color first-timers and beginners to highlights who are just looking for a simple way to brighten up their look without a drastic change. By adding small pops of color and subtle dimension to your hair, you can accentuate your facial features and skin tone. Babylights are also a great way to ease into a darker look for fall while still keeping a hint of that summer glow. “There is a huge focus on framing the face. The best example is our hair when we were young or when the sun hits your child’s shiny healthy mane. Babylights are applied with fine detail to give you a specific look as though you were born with it. We see celebrities sporting this look all the time, such as Sarah Jessica Parker for a bolder bronze look, Jenna Dewan Tatum has a subtle tone on tone version and Rosie Huntington – Whitley sports soft blonde baby lights,” says Crace.

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August 17, 2015

Kylie Jenner Layers With Brevity Jewelry!

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LOS ANGELES – August 17, 2015 – Kylie Jenner wore Brevity jewelry yesterday while celebrating her 18th Birthday at BeachClub in Montreal, Canada. The reality star sizzled in a two piece look and layered necklaces, including her Brevity Tribal Metal Necklace ($95, www.brevityjewelry.com).

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August 17, 2015

Orlando kicks it off…The RIGHT way

A 3 day epic event took place in Orlando this past week at The Battersby Art Gallery. Orlando Fashion Week kicked off on August 13 with makeup, models, hair and can’t forget…CLOTHES! I was able to nab front row seats to this runway show (opening night) and get to see up close the beautiful fashions grace nthe runway. It was an amazing display of just how well the right makeup/hair, the right model and an outfit go hand in hand. This first night featured designers Vanessa Shelly, Senia Soto, Fabiola Moreno, Jacquelyn Brooks & Hadascha Brutus, plus hair & makeup by the Florida Technical College Cosmetology Students.

Jarix Fashions at Orlando Fashion Week

Jarix Fashions at Orlando Fashion Week

I joined the before show fitting back stage and saw some familiar faces & met some new ones. Designer Senia Soto of Jarix Fashions is a good friend of mine whom I had met last year was showcasing her new line and met blogger/cosmetology student Pedro Y Neives a.k.a Yazer of http://yazersthoughts.com/ As you can tell from my photos it was an awesome night and definitely needed those other 2 nights 🙂 Its hard to fit all that greatness into one night.

Strawberry Blonde Clothing by Jacquelyn Brooks at OFW

Strawberry Blonde Clothing by Jacquelyn Brooks at OFW

Speaking of those 2 other nights, the show started out on August 14 for round 2 with opening entertainment Katherin Pena and designers Claudia Gutierrez, Joseph Lago, Gloria Woods and Jacquelyn Brooks. Since I was not there that night, photos on FaceBook said it all. Night 3 started off and ended with a bang featruing celebrity artist Jacqueline Valdez (remember her from VIP 😉 and designers Jacquelyn Brooks, Joseph Lago, Sonja Hendricks, Fabiola Moreno & Peter Morales.

More Fashions from Orlando Fashion Week

More Fashions from Orlando Fashion Week

I have been to many fashions shows but never one as up beat as this one. This is a definite must go to show if you are ever in Orlando at the time. Also, its a great opportunity for all designers, & models to showcase their talents to the right buyers. It also gave the students from the Florida technical College a taste that there really is more than just “behind the chair” work. Check out www.orlandofashionweekcorp.com for even more information on designers and more!

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August 17, 2015

How to: Get Bethany Mota’s red carpet look with AVON

How to get Bethany Mota’s red carpet look at the 2015 Teen Choice Awards. Celebrity makeup artist Lauren Andersen gave Bethany bronzed, glowing skin and a stunning smoke eye.

How to get Bethany Mota’s red carpet look

How to get Bethany Mota’s red carpet look

Lauren’s Inspiration: Fun, fresh and radiant.

Face: I started by prepping Bethany’s skin with By Terry Foundation in Matte Finish and applied Hourglass Ambient Bronzer in Radiant Bronze Light and Chanel Narcisse Blush. I also applied Laura Mercier Illuminating Powder on the cheeks for added glow.

Lip: We wanted to keep Bethany’s look natural, so I used Avon Ultra Color Indulgence Lip Color in In Bloom for the perfect neutral hue.

Eye: To create Bethany’s smoky eye look, I used Avon True Color Eye Shadow Quad in Mocha Late and Avon Always On Point Eye Liner in Brown on the upper outer lash line as well as smudged on the lower lash line. To finish the look I applied several coats of Avon Big & Daring Volume Mascara in Black to the lashes.

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August 17, 2015

Duck Dynasty & Dr. Sun Cosmetics introduce new fragrance “Lifted”

Beauty aficionados have come to know and love the Dr. Sun Cosmetics line endorsed by Jessica Robertson of A&E’s “Duck Dynasty” – and I’m thrilled to share that they will expand the collection with the release of a new perfume just in time for the holiday season. As the latest addition to the existing collection of bronzers, moisturizers, lip glosses, and sunglasses endorsed by Jessica Robertson, the new perfume, Lifted, is set to launch just in time for you to gift your mom, wife, girlfriend or any woman for the holidays!

Duck Dynasty's Jessica Robertson

Duck Dynasty’s Jessica Robertson

It is said that memory and smell are closely intertwined, and just like that, Lifted will make the special women in your life simply unforgettable. Lifted is a perfect harmony between sparkling orange blossom and fresh, spicy notes of ginger and sandalwood as it is balanced by sweet hints of jasmine. With an uplifting yet sensual trail, she will be unforgettable long after she leaves the room. Lifted restores the soul, heightens the senses and intensifies the irresistibility of any woman. Turn a dull day bright by letting Lifted illuminate your loved one’s natural beauty!

Jessica Robertson Lifted Fragrance

Jessica Robertson Lifted Fragrance

This holiday season, give the incredible women in your life something as beautiful as they are. This new perfume by Dr. Sun Cosmetics and endorsed by Jessica Robertson is the gift you’ve been looking for. As captivating as its scent, Lifted’s crystal-shaped bottle is so exquisite that she’ll want to keep it on display! The packaging continues to stun with pink details such as an elegant atomizer and wing charm adorning the bottle. Whether the wearer or the ones surrounding her, Lifted will take everyone’s breath away.

Jessica Robertson Lifted fragrance

Jessica Robertson Lifted fragrance

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August 17, 2015

Nina Dobrev’s red carpet look

Nina Dobrev’s red carpet look at the 2015 Teen Choice Awards. Celebrity makeup artist Beau Nelson gave Nina strong, sexy eyes and a pale lip for a simply stylish look.

 

Teen Choice  Nina Dobrev's red carpet look

Nina Dobrev’s red carpet look

 

 

Beau’s Inspiration: The ultimate cool girl – undone, but super chic.

 

Lip: I lined Nina’s lips with Charlotte Tilbury Lip Liner in Iconic Nude to make her lips appear slightly fuller, and the applied Avon Ultra Color Indulgence Lip Color in Petal Pink. To finish the lip, I applied mark. Total Kiss Up Plumping Gloss in Sexy.

 

Face: I wanted to give Nina a natural satin finish with a little bit of glow so used Giorgio Armani Designer Lift Smooth Firming Foundation #6 and 9. Next, I used mark. Touch & Glow Shimmer Cream Cubes All Over Face Palette in Pearly Pink on the apples of her cheeks and finished the look with mark. That’s Brilliant Face & Eye Luminizer on her cheek bones to give her a dewy radiance.

 

Eye: The eyes were the main focus of Nina’s look. I started by using mark. On The Dot Neutral Eye Color Compact, applying the darkest brown hue to the crease to create definition. Then I used mark. On The Edge Liquid Eyeliner to create a thick winged eye liner and then applied several coats of mark. Lash Act Build and Define Mascara  to the lashes. Finally, I used Anastasia Perfect Brow Pencil to enhance Nina’s brows.

 

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August 15, 2015

From Kim K. West to Elizabeth Taylor’s Cleopatra

Pat McGrath Transforms Kim Kardashian West into

Elizabeth Taylor’s Cleopatra for The Violet Files

Today, (8/12/15), on the latest cover of The Violet Files, the editorial site of Hollywood insider and beauty guru Cassandra Grey, Kim Kardashian West is transformed into the iconic Elizabeth Taylor in Cleopatra through the artistry and makeup design by Pat McGrath.

“I would have done anything—I would have trusted Pat’s vision no matter what she wanted—but I was really excited that it was the Cleopatra vibe,” says Kim Kardashian West of the collaboration with makeup artist Pat McGrath.

Kim K. West as Elizabeth Taylor's famous Cleopatra

Kim K. West as Elizabeth Taylor’s famous Cleopatra

“Elizabeth Taylor’s makeup in Cleopatra has been re-created countless times, but for Kim I wanted to create an interpretation that has never been done before, a futuristic 3D version,” Ms. McGrath explains. “I wanted to portray a luxurious decadence by using elements of ornate facial jewelry constructed into shapes that pay homage to Egyptian culture, and of course to the rich exotic character that Taylor portrayed in this role.”

“Her eyeshadow was made from ground lapis stone and gold pyrite flecks,” notes Ms. McGrath. “Incorporating three-dimensional gold metal into the makeup design explores the concept of makeup as jewelry. I wanted the images to be luxurious, evoking a modern take on the opulence associated with Cleopatra’s makeup.”

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August 15, 2015

Style expert Jeannie Mai partners with SELF® to help women with RMS

Jeannie Mai -Style Expert

Jeannie Mai -Style Expert

Jeannie Mai, style expert, and co-host of the daytime talk show, “The Real” is currently participating in the new Reimagine MySelf program in conjunction with SELF® and Biogen to help support, and enlighten women who deal with RMS. (Relapsing  Multiple Sclerosis)

2.3 million people worldwide suffer from Multiple Sclerosis (MS). This disease that attacks the central nervous system is more apt to strike two to three times as many women as men. RMS is the most common type of MS diagnosed in patients, and it accounts for about 85% of those living with Multiple Sclerosis.

Mary Murcko, the publisher of SELF, noted,” SELF is thrilled to partner with Biogen to launch the Reimagine MySelf destination on SELF.com. This first- of- its- kind program on SELF.com taps SELF’s empowering voice in women’s Health and wellness, and leverages our Made Blogger Collective along with RMS experts to create a destination that women living with RMS can turn to for advice.”

Jeannie is one of the bloggers who is sharing her expertise in the Reimagine MySelf program. When we started our conversation, Jeannie first shared the story about her Aunt Linh, who had been diagnosed with RMS.

Jeannie spoke about how the diagnosis had affected her and the uncertainty about her future. With RMS Aunt Linh had to deal symptoms that would come and go at any time, and how it affected her daily activities including her beauty routine and what type of clothes she would be able to wear. It’s so easy to get into that rut and let yourself go, but with small easy steps you can do little changes and deal with things every day!

Jeannie put her philosophy of wearapy to use with Aunt Linh. Jeannie’s wearapy describes how you can manipulate your mood from the outside in through style. In fact, color and emotion can often be intertwined.

Jeannie’s “wearapy” is a terrific goal to strive for whether you deal with RMS or not. This article will give you that must needed boost that we all desire at one time or another. It will let you put to use Jeannie’s easy tips and do little changes each day!

I highly recommend you read this “wearapy article ” by Jeannie Mai by going to : http://www.self.com/native-article/an-intro-to-wearapy/

In closing, Dr. Ann Cabot, Board certified Neurologist from Concord Hospital, in Concord, NH. said, “In addition to the helpful tips offered by Jeannie, working with your doctor to create a holistic disease management plan – which may include working with multiple healthcare professionals, like physical therapists, and nutritionists for example, to help modify nutrition and fitness regimens – is crucial. There are several prescriptions available – like Tecfidera™(dimethyl fumarate) an oral treatment for relapsing MS with proven efficacy and an established safety profile.”

You’ll be able to view and enjoy all of the SELF articles including Jeannie’s until mid-September when you         visit: http://www.self.com/reimaginemyself

Jeannie Mai -Style Expert

Jeannie Mai -Style Expert

 

 

(Any quotes, or paraphrased information in this article were obtained from a provided PR-Fact Sheet. Many thanks to Jeannie Mai for taking the time for our delightful conversation and ongoing success with her amazing career. We wish all the best to Aunt Linh. Thanks for quotes from Mary Murcko, Jeannie Mai, Dr. Ann Cabot, SELF®, Biogen(NASDAQ:BIIB), & Reimagine MySelf)

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August 14, 2015

Teen celebrity gifting from Hollywood Swag Bag

Hollywood Swag Bag Teen Celebrity Gifting

Hollywood Swag Bag Teen Celebrity Gifting

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August 13, 2015

Exclusive Vanessa Hudgens Interview

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LOS ANGELES – August 11, 2015 – BeautyCoach.com posted an exclusive interview and photo shoot with Vanessa Hudgens recently on their website! Styled and photographed by BeautyCoach.com founders Nikki Lee and Riawna Capri of NINE ZERO ONE salon, Vanessa Hudgens showed off her bohemian beauty while dishing about inner beauty in a candid interview. For more on the latest trends in hair, beauty, celebrities and more head to www.beautycoach.com.

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