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Madonna at the 2011 Met Gala

Hourglass Artistic Director Gina Brooke did Madonna’s makeup for this evening’s “Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty” Costume Institute Gala at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. “The Met Ball is one of fashion’s biggest nights out, and I wanted Madonna’s look to be elegant, timeless and absolutely luminous – inspired by 1930s glamour. The focus is flawless skin and ravishing eyes—Madonna’s gorgeous eyes and lashes are among her best attributes—which always resonate on the red carpet,” says Gina Brooke.


Madonna at the 2011 Met Gala in Stella McCartney dress and Cartier jewelry

How to get Madonna’s makeup look:

Skin:

Prep skin first with Intraceuticals Rejuvenate Daily Serum to increase vital moisture and visibly revive the complexion. Follow with Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer, a must-have product for any event because it ensures that makeup lasts all night. It also neutralizes the skin, reduces the appearance of fine lines and pores and enables an artist to paint the perfect canvas.

Kate Hudson At The 2011 Met Gala

Almay Brand Ambassador Kate Hudson attended the 2011 Costume Institute Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on Monday, May 2nd, 2011. This year’s MET Ball, themed “Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty,” was hosted by Anna Wintour, Stella McCartney and Colin Firth, with Francois-Henri Pinault and Salma Hayek as honorary co-chairs. The annual event, dubbed “The Fashion Oscars,” attracts the most stylish and influential in the entertainment and fashion industries.


Kate Hudson At The 2011 Met Gala dress by Stella McCartney

Kate Hudson complemented her dazzling dress with smoldering eyes and a subtle lip at this year’s annual MET Ball. To get Kate’s look, Almay recommends the following products:

FACE:

Almay Wake-up Hydrating Makeup: Almay’s wake-up makeup instantly hydrates and soothes to keep skin looking well-rested and feeling energized all day. ($12.99)

Kate Winslet, Penelope Cruz and Elettra Wiedemann Met Ball Gala 2011

Just in from Lancôme: “Lancôme will be working with a slew of beauties for tonight’s Met Ball gala…Lancôme ambassadresses Kate Winslet, Penelope Cruz and Elettra Wiedemann, along with Glee’s Lea Michele…” Marta Walsh will keep you posted with the reports:)

J.Lo: You’ve Come a Long Way Baby

Fascinating. Jennifer Lopez aka J Lo before the big fame and after…via TMZ.com: “Here’s the former Fly Girl on FOX’s “In Living Color” back in 1990 (left) — and twenty years later, at the London premiere of her latest big screen bomb “The Back-up Plan” (right).” On a good note, it shows that anybody can look glamorous with the right makeup, hair and styling Marta Walsh says. I do however, suspect a nose job…perhaps?

CHANEL & the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala Benefit

Just In from the offices of CHANEL: “We are pleased to announce the following celebrities wearing CHANEL to the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala Benefit on Monday, May 2nd, 2011.

KIRSTEN DUNST wearing a sequin embroidered dress from the Fall/Winter 2010/11 Haute Couture Collection

Leighton Meester’s New Ad Campaign for Vera Wang Lovestruck

Vera Wang Lovestruck ad campaign. A modern day love story set in downtown New York City, the Lovestruck ad campaign features Leighton Meester, star of Gossip Girl, in a couture Vera Wang gown. She leans over a fire escape, awaiting the arrival of her Romeo, who races towards her with a bouquet of flowers for their Lovestruck moment.


Leighton Meester’s New Ad Campaign for Vera Wang Lovestruck perfume

Creative Director: Trey Laird

Nexxus Debunks Popular Haircare Myths

Nexxus Salon Haircare Creative Director and Celebrity Stylist Kevin Mancuso, who has worked with A-list celebs like Natalie Portman, Kristen Bell and Taylor Swift, debunks some popular haircare misconceptions:

MYTH: Frequent trims make hair grow faster

Truth: You are likely to have heard your mother tout the old adage that hair will grow faster with frequent trims. And while cutting hair may make it appear healthier, it has no effect on growth rate.

Virginia Madsen In Nicole Miller

(Century City, CA – April 29th, 2011) – Oscar-nominated actress Virginia Madsen stunned in Nicole Miller at the 18th Annual Race to Erase MS Gala. Madsen celebrated the “Rock and Royalty to Erase MS” theme with a rocker-chic Nicole Miller hand painted sequin spaghetti strap gown. Do you love?


Virginia Madsen In Nicole Miller

Katy Perry Launches Purr in Melbourne Australia

On Saturday, April 30, 2011 singer-songwriter, Katy Perry, teamed with Gigantic Parfums to launch Purr by Katy Perry in Melbourne, Australia. Katy arrived at Myer and headed over to Mural Hall for a press conference where invited media learned about Katy’s inspiration and her involvement with the fragrance. Following the press conference, the Pop-Princess greeted her fans, signed autographs, and introduced Australia to Purr by Katy Perry.

Make Up For Ever Aqua Liner

Marta Walsh is impressed with the NEW Aqua Liner by MAKE UP FOR EVER. Perfect for hot summer days when you need your eyeliner outstand humidity and if you’re into a precise liquid eyeliner application.

According to Make Up For Ever: ” Aqua Liner is formulated with acrylic copolymer…that forms a flexible film to lock water out. It contains 50% more polymers than traditional eyeliner formulations to ensure a long-lasting, waterproof result, as well as essential amino acids derived from apple juice for high-color intensity and bold pay-off.” $23.

Available at Sephora.com, Make Up For ever Boutique & Studio at Sephora from May 2011.