I love Tom Pecheux because he's the most honest makeup artist you can ever hope to meet (plus he's super adorable and has an awesome accent). I'll never forget him telling me not to feel bad about myself when I look at Victoria's Secret models because "they have eight hours worth of makeup on their butt … [Read more...]
All About The Eyes: Estee Lauder’s New Pure Color Collection
October 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
I recently interviewed makeup artist Sonia Kashuk, and among the insightful things she said was that makeup colors have become season-less. "Before," she said "you would stay away from corals or bright colors in the winter, but those rules don’t really exist anymore." Clearly, Estee Lauder makeup … [Read more...]
A-List Affordable Find: CoverGirl LipPerfection Lipcolor
May 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Apparently the heavens above heard by complaints because just as I was getting the mail whilst complaining to my boyfriend about how it seems like we'll never get summer weather here in NYC, we finally got a warm day (albeit one with a 60% chance of thunderstorms!). To boot, I received an awesome package … [Read more...]
Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Summer 2011 Collection
February 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Derek Lam F/W 2011 (left) and S/S 2011 (right) looks by Tom Pecheux for Estée Lauder. Estée Lauder creative makeup director Tom Pecheux is an absolute genius when it comes to makeup. He created the unforgettable orange-dinged Derek Lam look at last season's spring/summer 2011 show, and this season, … [Read more...]
Celebrity Advertising: Does a Famous Face Make you Buy?
October 12, 2010 By Leave a Comment
On the subject of buying beauty this week, Rachel Weisz has been picked up by LÂ’Oreal to be its face everywhere, butthe U.S. (not mainstream enough here I suppose. Beyonce neatly fills that requirement). Every day brands seem to pick up a new celebrity to front various campaigns, product silos, … [Read more...]
Three Ways to Get Free Makeovers
August 13, 2010 By Leave a Comment
I didnÂ’t grow up learning much about makeup application tips and tricks, so IÂ’m a little behind. IÂ’ve always been interested in beauty, so IÂ’ve had to seek some help from my friends and cosmetology professionals over the years. And I canÂ’t say itÂ’s been an unpleasant experience. … [Read more...]
Truly, Madly, Vintage
November 18, 2008 By Leave a Comment
I have always loved all things vintage. I have spent blissful hours hunting through rails of vintage items for that special item. One of my favourite finds is a burgundy Austin Powers style 60's jacket, covered in a wild and happening paisley design. It has a glamourous fluffy colour which I adore, I … [Read more...]
Beauty Blog Roundup Time!
September 26, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Hmmm, Paris Hilton is debuting a new scent called "Fairy Dust"... "The ad campaign will feature Hilton as a fairy, and will debut later in the year. Neil Katz of Parlux Fragrances (the company that holds the Paris Hilton fragrance license) noted that "Everybody hates Paris, but she is on the front … [Read more...]
