March 20, 2014

Get The Look: Kate Winslet

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INSPIRATION: Modern waves with a beachy edge

GET THE LOOK: Celebrity hairstylist Renato Campora gave Kate Winslet, sexy yet sophisticated waves for the Los Angeles premiere of “Divergent.” Inspired by her bright poppy dress, Campora gave Winslet beachy waves that were fun yet still glamorous enough for the red carpet.

Here is his step-by-step breakdown:

  • To begin styling, Campora applied John Frieda Luxurious Volume Volume Building Mousse ($6.50 at drugstores) to clean, wet hair
  • Next, he applied  John Frieda Luxurious Volume Root Booster Blow Dry Lotion ($6.50 at drugstores), concentrating on the roots to ensure volume, and blew out her hair
  • When Winslet’s hair was completely dry, Renato used a 1.5 inch curling iron to create voluminous waves that had a beachy, yet defined style
  • After letting her waves cool, he finished the look with John Frieda Luxurious Volume All Day Hold Hairspray ($6.50 at drugstores) to ensure her gorgeous waves maintained volume
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March 20, 2014

The “Leggy Blonde” Aviva Dreshcer, Launches Her New Book

In Attendance:

Celebrity couture hair extension expert Angelo David Pisacreta hosted RHONY Aviva Drescher’s launch party for her new memoir, Leggy Blonde, at a private party at Angelo David Salon. Guests enjoyed cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, POPchips and Prosecco provided by Altaneve, while Aviva signed copies of her book.

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Notable guests included:

Aviva Drescher- Bravo’s Real Housewives of New York City

Angelo David Pisacreta- Celebrity couture hair extension expert and owner of The Angelo David Salon

Chenoa Maxwell- OWN’s Love in the City

Bershan Shaw- OWN’s Love in the City

Tiffany Jones- OWN’s Love in the City

Ashlee White- Bravo’s Princesses: Long Island

Rachel Truehart- ABC’s The Bachelor, Season 16

Jeffrey Hayzlett- Host of C-Suite with Jeffrey Hayzlett

Delaina Dixon- Host of VH1’s The Gossip Table

Jackie Miranne- On Air Host/Style Expert/Blogger/Model

Lenay Dunn- MTV Host

David Noto- Owner of Altaneve Prosecco

About Aviva Drescher: With true courage, Aviva tells her story in her memoir, Leggy Blonde, including how she lost her foot in a barn accident at the age of six and the numerous—sometimes bizarre— attempts to reattach it. After a trip to India to be “cured” by a famous mystic, young Aviva learned to use fashion and style to draw attention away from her prosthesis. She fled to Paris in her early twenties, where she transformed herself into a wild club chick and danced on tables with the crème de la crème of the big-hair supermodel era.

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Through a series of tumultuous relationships, Aviva had four children by two husbands, changed religions, got a law degree, and became an entrepreneur. All the while, she wrestled with chronic panic attacks and phobias (it’s not easy being terrified of elevators in Manhattan), and a few savage Law & Order–worthy civil courtroom dramas. Thanks to her loving husband, Reid Drescher, Aviva came to terms with her mother’s early death, got a grip on her anxieties and found the strength to show the world who she really is. Aviva is currently on Bravo’s sixth season of The Real Housewives of New York City which premiered on March 11, 2014.

 

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March 16, 2014

Forget The False Eyelashes With Cherry Bloom Brush on Eyelash Extensions

Every year, The International Beauty Show at the New York Javits Center, boasts the beauty industries most innovative companies.  This year was definitely no exception.

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Cherry Blooms Brush on Eyelash Extensions is an exciting new concept in eyelash extensions that doesn’t require any glue or false lashes. The eyelash extensions are lightweight, comfortable to wear and can easily be applied in 60 seconds.  Included in the Cherry Blooms kit is beeswax mascara. This mascara creates a false eyelash effect.  Also included are brush-on fibers that are lightweight and adhere to your own lashes and create an instant lash extension effect. Cherry Blooms creates 300% longer and thicker lashes within seconds.

Not only is Cherry Blooms Brush on Eyelash Extension simple and effective, the fibers easily wash off with warm water and a cotton ball.

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Cherry Blooms Brush on Eyelash Extensions

-Stimulates lash growth.

-Contains antibacterial properties. This product does not breed bacteria and has a longer shelf life.

-Contains high moisturizing properties, which mimic a leave-in conditioner for your lashes.

Cherry Blooms Brush on Fibre Lashes uses BLACK fibres, made from non-toxic ingredients making it suitable for those with sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers.

For more information please visit: www.cherryblooms.com

 

 

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March 5, 2014

Party With Me!!!!

Hey everyone!!!! I have some great and exciting news! I have signed up to become an Independent Presenter for an amazing beauty product company called Younique! My passion has always been makeup and have always dreamed about owning my own makeup business one day.  With Younique I can unleash my inner passion and make people feel look and feel great!

“Younique’s mission is to uplift, empower, validate and ultimately help build the self-esteem of women around the world. Through high-quality products that encourage these core values – along with spiritual enlightenment – we’re enabling opportunities for personal growth and financial reward to women everywhere.”

Be Younique!

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March 5, 2014

Hyatt Union Square New York to Offer Compliment​ary Nail Art for St. Patrick’s Day

HYATT UNION SQUARE NEW YORK FINDS THE SPIRIT OF

ST. PATRICK’S DAY IN COMPLIMENTARY NAIL ART

 The Hip & Sophisticated Boutique Hotel In the Heart of Downtown Manhattan

To Offer Guests and Neighbors St. Patrick’s Day-Themed Manicures From High-End Nail Atelier Vanity Projects

NEW YORK (March 4, 2014) – This St. Patrick’s Day, Hyatt Union Square New York will have you seeing shamrocks! To celebrate the holiday, the stylish downtown hotel has enlisted Vanity Projects, New York City’s in-demand high-end nail art atelier and video art space, to bring complimentary manicures to patrons on St. Patrick’s Day and during the weekend leading up to it, Saturday, March 15 – Monday, March 17, from 3:00 pm to 6:00pm.  Guests of the hotel and neighbors passing by are invited to stop in and receive a glammed-up manicure themed to St. Patrick’s Day, including shamrocks, pots of gold, leprechauns, and more.  Hyatt Union Square New York will be the perfect place to embrace the spirit of the holiday, and feel the luck of the Irish all the way down to your fingertips!

If guests find themselves with a wait, cocktails and light bites are available in SingL, the hotel’s swanky street-side lounge offering a superior selection of single malt liquors and single vineyard wines. SingL is one of the newest ventures from One Five Hospitality Group, led by world renowned restaurateurs Marco Moreira and Joann Makovitzky.

Appointment times will not be offered; manicures will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tipping is encouraged.

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About Hyatt Union Square New York

The new Hyatt Union Square New York is the first new hotel in the neighborhood in more than ten years when it welcomed the first guests in April 2013. The hotel boasts 178 guestrooms and suites, as well as the newest ventures from One Five Hospitality Group, The Fourth and Singl Lounge. One Five is led by world renowned restaurateurs Jo-Ann Makovitzky and Marco A. Moreira, who have been staples in the community for 15 years with strong connections to their local loyal clientele. Perfectly positioned in the heart of New York City’s emerging Digital District, Hyatt Union Square New York is a fresh offering for visiting professionals, while simultaneously offering homegrown culinary and nightlife venues for the local community. For more information, visit www.unionsquare.hyatt.com

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March 5, 2014

Bella Thorne wears Kami Lerner to the Weinstein Company’s Academy Award Party

Bella Thorne Accessorizes with Kami Lerner at the Weinstein Company’s Academy Award Party

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Bella Thorne is a Beauty in Kami Lerner at the Weinstein Company’s Academy Award Party

Bella Thorne is radiant in Kami Lerner while attending the Weinstein Company’s Academy Award party on March 1st, 2014. The actress wore the CZ Solitaire Pendant by Kami Lerner to the event.

Kami Lerner is a self-taught artist who uses her personal life experiences as a creative inspiration for her jewels. The L.A. native creates dainty jewelry that is both wearable and true to her L.A. roots. Lerner’s collection of wrap rings and necklaces give the line a perfect balance between modern and edgy. The collection provides pieces that can transition from day to night in any season. Kami Lerner is a popular line among Hollywood celebrities such as Emma Roberts, Nicole Richie, and Selena Gomez and is available for purchase at www.kamiart.com.

 

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March 3, 2014

Oscars After Party Get The Look: Rashida Jones + John Frieda Hair Care

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INSPIRATION: Glamorous, boho chic

GET THE LOOK: To keep with Rashida Jones’s individual style and complement her gorgeous Valentino dress, celebrity hairstylist John Ruggiero gave the actress a textured, long, loose braid for the Vanity Fair Oscar Party last night. “The look was very glamorous for the occasion, but also very Rashida,” said John.

Here is his step-by-step breakdown:

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March 3, 2014

Oscars Get The Look: Idina Menzel + John Frieda Hair Care

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INSPIRATION: Classic red carpet with a sleek, sexy edge  

GET THE LOOK: Celebrity hairstylist Rogue gave Tony Award-winning actress, Idina Menzel, a straight and polished red carpet look for the 2014 Academy Awards tonight. “Idina has really curly hair and with the rain in Los Angeles today, we wanted to make sure her hair stayed sleek and frizz-free,” said Roque.

Here is his step-by-step breakdown:

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March 3, 2014

Cate Blanchett at the 2014 Academy Awards – Makeup by Jeanine Lobell

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THE LOOK: Modern movie star

THE INSPIRATION: “We were inspired by classic, old Hollywood and wanted to give Cate a look that will be timeless,” said Lobell.”

THE PRODUCTS:

Eye –

Giorgio Armani Eyes to Kill Eyeshadow Quad #2 Effeto Nudo  – Jeanine used the warm taupe shade all over as a base; the deeper taupe on the lid and feathered it into the crease to open up the eye; the light brown was mixed with the deeper taupe and applied to the outer crease and center; and the darkest brown was wet and used as a liner

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Lancôme Hypnôse Waterproof Custom Volume Mascara – After cutting a strip of false lashes and applying to the corner of the eye, Jeanine applied the mascara to the base of the lashes and pressed it in to give her real lashes a false effect Makeup Forever Brow Gel

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SK-II Facial Treatment Essence – Jeanine patted this into the skin before applying foundation to allow her to use a more lightweight foundation and to ensure it will stay put all night long

Giorgio Armani Sheer Blush #10 Beige – Jeanine applied this to the apples of Cate’s cheeks and feathered it out before applying a second coat to ensure she looked like she was glowing from within

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Giorgio Armani Rouge Ecstasy Lipstick in #103 – Jeanine finished the look with this creamy, beige-y pink

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March 3, 2014

Zac Efron-Get The Look

“We decided to go with the classic “Old Hollywood” meets young and modern vibe – Zac’s classic Calvin Klein tux channeled this look perfectly,” says men’s groomer Kim Verbeck, talking about her client, Zac Efron. “Zac’s style is all about maintaining length on top with shorter sides and back, pushed off the face and with just the right amount of height and texture.”

To begin, Verbeck recommends the Babyliss Volare X2 Clippers to cut the sides and back, blending the edges into the top layers, and leaving the top a little longer, with a textured finish.

“An easy way to create that added texture is to hold sections of the hair about 1 cm. below where you will cut, and with a light, feathering motion, “dip” into those small sections of hair at a 45 degree angle just on the ends,” adds Verbeck.

Kim finished by using the Babyliss Volare X2 Clippers to create perimeter shape by cleaning up the nape, then finishing over the ears and sideburns.

To follow, Kim lightly misted Zac’s hair with water, then placed a dime-sized amount of one ‘n only’s Speed Style Styling Cream in the palm of her hands, running throughout.

She followed by blowdrying Zac’s hair, in the opposite direction of the hair growth, to create added volume.

Finally, to give the style some structure, keep that texture and allow for a matte finish, Kim used the one ‘n only Speed Style Dry Texturizing Spray, running it through the top of Zac’s hair only. And lastly, to finish the look, Kim used one ‘n only’s Speed Style Finishing Hair Spray, which is “always the best for men’s hairstyles that have more length at the top,” says Verbeck.

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