Photography by Ron@RealtorRon.net

 Marta Walsh founder of Talking Makeup (left) Kevan Hall fashion designer (right)

The highlight of my evening at the SFW was finally getting to chat with LA Fashion Designer Kevan Hall who his sleek eveningwear was worn by a distinguished coterie of celebrated artists- including Celine Dion, Sharon Stone, Angela Bassett, Charlize Theron, and Salma Hayek. I’ve been at his show over a year ago during LA Fashion Week and was so glad to bump into him. After I introduced myself to Kevan I asked why Scottsdale Fashion Week? He said that Scottsdale is known to be a city who is into fashion and he has clients from Scottsdale who fly to LA especially to shop in his studio. He also agreed with me how gorgeous Scottsdale is. Kevan also talked to me about the colors he likes to use in his designs, and he mentioned that he likes to use unexpected colors and unique shade of colors. I had to ask him if he approves my outfit. I went for a rock chic look because I can’t afford to buy Kevan Hall, yet, I told him. He said yes, and I felt like the cat who got the cream. LOL.

Marta Walsh founder of Talking Makeup (left) Kevan Hall fashion designer (right)

Well, I then I followed the smell of cigars while at the party and ended up at the Davidoff stand. I’m not at all a smoker, and not into cigarettes smell much, but I do love the smell of cigars. Strange, I know, but I love the woody smell. I took one Davidoff cigar for my hubby. After the party we went for a luxurious and I mean delicious dinner at BLT Steak at the The Marriott-Camelback Inn Paradise Valley AZ. Best steak ever and spinach (I LOVE spinach).

I also noticed that one of the sponsors of Scottsdale Fashion Week was renowned plastic surgeon in Scottsdale Arizona, Dr. Lawrence Shaw of  The Shaw Center.

Sal at Sachi salon in Scottsdale AZ did my hair color and blow out

My outfit last night: leather pants: Guess. Shirt: Forever 21. Shoes: Nine West. I dress simple:)

To learn more about fashion designer Kevan Hall visit his website here!

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CND Colour & Effects

*The CND Nail Polish Giveaway courtesy of CND

Designer: Charlotte Ronson Spring 2010 Collection
Hair by: lead stylists Allen Ruiz for Avon Advance Techniques
Hair Trend: Classic Ballerina Chignon

Inspiration: The look mirrors the Charlotte Ronson collection, which is inspired by a remake of 80’s style. The hair was created to evoke a fresh, young wispy look and a “just walked out of dance class at Julliard” look to play off her fabrics and bold designs.

How to get the hairdo:

Step 1: Prep the hair from root to tip with Advance Techniques Salon Volume Finishing Spray to enhance natural shine and create volume.

Step 2: Using the Advance Techniques Paddle Brush and hair dryer, distribute the Advance Techniques Salon Volume Finishing Spray by sectioning off the hair and blow-drying to ensure that there is a natural, soft texture.

Step 3: Next, gather the hair tight to form a ponytail at the back crown of the head and secure with a ponytail holder keeping all sides flat.

Step 4: Holding hair at the base of the ponytail, twist the hair firmly in one direction to form a kink in to a spiral. Secure with bobby pins.

Step 5: On the sides, using the little hairs “muse” the wispy hairs to play up the natural texture.

Step 6: Lightly spray Advance Techniques Hair Spray to complete the style and hold in place.

Designer: Costello Tagliapietra Spring 2010 Collection
Hair by: Sebastian Professional
Hair Trend: 40s inspired faux bob.
Inspiration: Costello Tagliapietra’s Spring ’10 beauty look is a seamless combination of elegance, youthfulness, natural beauty and romance. The hair, both feminine and fresh, is loosely inspired by the traditional roll style from the ‘40s with soft curls that sit just above the shoulder.

To put a modern twist on a ‘40s staple, Sebastian Professional lead stylist Thomas Dunkin recommends a method of building texture and shape with techniques that keep the hair looking soft, romantic and not too “done.” Finish with an elastic touchable texturizer or flexible shine spray to create a look that’s elegant yet playful. Here’s how to create your own ‘40s inspired faux bob:

1) Apply Sebastian Professional Texturizer to damp hair; distribute evenly throughout.
2) Blow hair out straight with a medium to large-sized round brush.
3) Spray hair with a flexible hairspray for added texture, section hair, curl it with a medium-sized barrel curling iron and set.
4) Take out pins, gently brush out the curls and then roll hair under, section by section, fastening it under at the neck with bobby pins.
5) Apply Microweb Fiber to hands and gently work through the front of the hair to create an imperfect, lived-in effect. Finish by misting with a strong-hold hairspray.

How to Get the Look with Sebastian Professional:

To create the ultimate faux bob, Thomas Dunkin suggests building texture in phases using a combination of soft, flexible texturizers and light, brushable hairsprays. Try:

• Texturizer – Flexible bodifying liquigel for bendable texture ($15.95)
• Microweb Fiber – Elastic texturizer for malleable, touchable texture ($18.95)
• ReShaper – Brushable, humidity-resistant strong hold hairspray ($16.50)
• Shine Define – The ultimate versatile hairspray for shine and flexible hold ($15.95)

For more information, please visit www.sebastianprofessional.com

Here’s a Behind the Scenes Look at the “Kick-ass Hair” created by Eugene Souleiman (Global Creative Director) and Eva Scrivo (Master Colorist) for Wella Professionals.

Thakoon’s Spring ’10 collection demonstrates the dichotomy of east meets west by combining contrasting textures with tight and loose elements. The hair style reflects a surfer meets samurai look with a sleek half pulled back ponytail knot and the remaining bottom half flows down the back into beach tousled waves. Hair color completes the look! Eva Scrivo hand painted extensions with Color Touch demi-permanent with contrasting light and dark tones to create a beautifully, cohesive color palette of natural shades with excellent dimension and shine.

Designer: Just Cavalli
MAC Lead artist: Maxine Leonard
Inspiration: “The look is Rock ‘n’ Roll to reflect the connection. The girls look a bit like they did their makeup themselves and had a great night out.”-Maxine Leonard

Designer: Moschino Cheap & Chic
MAC Lead Artist: Sam Bryant
Inspiration: “The look is super pretty rosy pink girls on acid.” – Sam Bryant

Designer: CNC Costume National
MAC Lead Artist: Lynn Desnoyers
Inspiration: “The look is about the contrast between the softness of the lips, the freshness of the skin and the dangerous lash line.”-Lynn Desnoyers

Designer: Alberta Ferretti
MAC Lead Artist: Lucia Pieroni
Inspiration: “It’s a little bit of white mischief, an aristocratic lady in her garden. The look is glowing but in a waxy way, very pale, super nude.” – Lucia Pieroni

Designer: Bluemarine
MAC Lead Artist: Lloyd Simmonds
Inspiration: “The look is something any girl would do on vacation – a summery tanned feel, sculpted face with bronzey gold highlights.”-Lloyd Simmonds

All makeup applied in this video are by Stila Cosmetics and it will be available Spring 2010.

And, here is the final (somewhat:) hair & makeup look at Betsey Johnson Spring/Summer 2010 Collection:

Lancôme Chris & Tell Lipstick will be available Spring 2010.

Watch how the Lancôme Chris & Tell Lipstick is applied backstage at Chris Benz Spring 2010:

Talking Makeup would like share with you some of the makeup looks created by MAC Cosmetics backstage during Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2010. A little inspiration anyone?

Designer: Rick Owens
MAC Lead Artist: Inge Grognard
Inspiration: “The look is inspired by Irving Penn and Avedon but in a Rick Owens way. Weird but beautiful.” – Inge Grognard

Designer: Balmain
MAC Lead Artist: Tom Pecheux
Inspiration:  “The look is fresh and natural, working each element of the face .”-Tom Pecheux

Desiger: Manish Arora
MAC Lead Artist: Kabuki
Inspiration: “Keeping the makeup quite bare, the emphasis is placed on pearly skin texture and nude features. I wanted the balance created by the understated makeup and over-the-top face accessory to have a futuristic feel.” – Kabuki