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Frederic Fekkai Partners With CFDA/VOGUE Fashion Fund
Frederic Fekkai Partners with CFDA/VOGUE Fashion Fund to host the LA Runway Show for the 2009 Designer Finalists.
While the top designers in America were vying to win the 2009 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Award (which will be announced tonight), what really wowed the crowd were the two hair looks designed by celebrity stylist, Renato Campora for Frédéric Fekkai. As the exclusive beauty partner for the event, the Fekkai team worked closely with Vogue and the 10 Designer Finalists to create two special hairstyles, the Wet Look and the Dry Look, to compliment each of the collections.
Frederic Fekkai’s Lead Stylist, Renato Campora Creates Two Signature Hair Styles with an Emphasis on Texture:
The first look is a sculptural and edgy ponytail. It’s modern, young and sexy. The texture tells a story through the wet and twisted hard hair. Pieces are left in front for an effortless feel, inspired by some of the graphic trends shown in the collections.
Mario Badescu Seaweed Cleansing Lotion
I go with Mario Badescu years ago in New York City. I remember ‘it’ was the it spot to get pampered and get great facials for my co-workers on the trading floor in midtown Manhattan. I even once got a special treat to get a facial done at the Mario Badescu spa in New York City and it was quite a pleasant experience. This is almost 9 years ago my friends!
More recently, I’ve been using the Mario Badescu Seaweed Cleansing Lotion in the evening after I cleanse my face to get my face nicely toned, or sometimes in the mourning before my shower in those days when I think I didn’t get a good face cleansing the night before. This cleansing lotion is gentle even if you keep reapplying with a cotton pad. Formulated with Aloe Vera, Algea Extract, and Witch Hazel which seem like just simple and classic ingredients for your skin. BTW, after a quick trip to the local Scottsdale ULTA here in Arizona I’ve discovered that they carry the Mario Badescu skin care line. Perfect!
Face Mist: Top Picks
I know I would sound a bit high maintenance if I tell you that I’m addicted to a face mist. When do I use it? Well, my favorite time to spray a face mist is right after shower before I apply anything else on my face. It feels so invigorating and I’m addicted to that feeling. Perfect for the day after a big night party. I also love to use a face mist when I travel, after a long and tiring flight. Just a reminder: I’m not an esthetician, or a makeup artist and my opinion is just mine, very amature I should say.
Here is Marta’s face mist top picks:
1. AmorePacific Moisture Bound Skin Energy Hydration Delivery System, $35 at sephora.com
PH8 Launch
PH8, bebe’s new line, is doing a BIG grand opening TODAY, November 14th!
PH8 is bebe’s newly launched retail concept set to replace BEBESPORT stores throughout the US and Canada on November 5th (November 14th all-store events)
Click images below to enlarge and get the details for the special sale promotions from PH8 just for you!!
PH8 (pronounced ‘fate’) is an active-inspired sportswear collection that extends way beyond the gym. The look is effortless sexy, modern & hip and is designed for the busy on-the-go woman as she weaves her way through her varying lifestyle activities. PH8 works anywhere – at the gym, after the gym, jaunts to the farmer’s market, a quick lunch with friends, an afternoon coffee with the ‘girls’. It’s also the perfect way to dress when traveling.
Nicole Richie’s House of Harlow for bebe Jewelry Collection
Just Last week, bebe launched and began selling Nicole Richie’s House of Harlow for bebe jewelry collection!
The best part is that they have created a one-of-a-kind keepsake bracelet that is sold in bebe stores and on bebe.com through December with 25% of sales donated to the Richie-Madden Children’s Foundation. (If you’re unfamiliar with the Richie-Madden Children’s Foundation, you can learn more here: www.richiemaddenfoundation.org .)
Nicole was sadly too sick to attend but the party included special guests such as Amanda Luttrell Garigus and Nick Verreos (Project Runway), Edyta Sliwinska (Dancing with the Stars) and Lou Diamond Phillips (I’m a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here).
Megan Fox Does Photoshoot For New York Times
Megan Fox does a photoshoot for New York Times and interviews with Lynn Hirschberg (who I so want to meet one day:) about swimming, the X-Men and her cats.
Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin for The New York Times
NUDE Smoothing Body Refiner
Skincare that is also good for your shape?
NUDE Smoothing Body Refiner $70: Bioactive fig stimulates lipolytic activity and gently breaks down the build-up of fat cells. Mountain ash, ginger and ginkgo increase localised circulation to safely metabolise the fat cells and toxins for visibly smoother, firmer skin. Apply morning and night to problem areas using firm strokes towards the heart. For all skin types. I can’t wait to try!
Lancôme Partners With The Carla Bruni-Sarkozy Foundation
Lancôme is pleased to share the news that they have entered into a partnership with the Carla Bruni-Sarkozy Foundation. Lancôme is thrilled to be supporting the First Lady of France’s organization as its first corporate patron.
“In my opinion, Lancôme epitomises French beauty. This makes the brand the perfect partner for a program designed to show young people in difficulty that pursuing a career in the arts really is possible and that art and culture offer a wealth of future possibilities and job opportunities in exciting professions. It’s all about equal opportunities, the same hope for everyone, but more than that – personal development and fulfilment.”— Mrs Carla Bruni-Sarkozy
Carla Bruni
“Since its creation, Lancôme has been the brand for women – a brand that represents the true essence of French beauty. Today, Lancôme is extremely honoured to have been chosen by Mrs Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, the First Lady of France, to help restore young people’s confidence, enabling them to envisage a fulfilling future in the arts. This commitment comes completely naturally to Lancôme, a brand with the firm conviction that genuinely sustainable growth cannot be achieved without societal responsibility.”— Youcef Nabi, President Lancôme International
Kate Moss on Vintage Perfume, Style and Life
Kate Moss sits down with Women’s Wear Daily’s Brid Costello to discuss her new scent Vintage, which was introduced in Europe earlier this month. Stephen Mormoris, svp of global marketing at Coty said they may look into having Moss create a special color cosmetics collections for its Rimmel brand, which Moss also fronts. On the fragrance’s genesis – her love for vintage fashion – has much more humble origins. “I couldn’t really afford designer clothes when I was young, so I just went to the secondhand shops. It wasn’t called vintage then, It was called ‘secondhand’ when I was 15.” She also opens up about how she relaxes, her inspirations and how to multitask.
Kate Moss with Vintage, her latest scent.
Photo By Courtesy Photo
On defining beauty: “it sounds really corny, but I think that if you’re beautiful inside, it shows on the outside for sure. You can be a pretty face, but if your not a nice person it just doesn’t work. I’m not traditionally a beauty, but apparently people think I’m all right. If you’re a nice person, it definitely helps.”
Kate Moss in the window of Top Shop to celebrate the launch of her line.
Photo By Dylan Martinez/Reuters/Corbis
Marc Jacobs & Daphne Guinness Hosted Launch of NARS 15X15
To celebrate 15 years of iconic beauty for his celebrated brand, Francois Nars launched the NARS 15X15 Project. The centerpiece of the project is the 15X15 book, featuring 15 celebrity portraits, each inspired by a NARS product shade and based on an iconic reference chosen by François (who personally did the makeup and photographed every portrait).
Marc Jacobs & Daphne Guinness
On November 12, 2009 at 8PM EST, the NARS 15X15 website (15X15Project.com) went live, making available for purchase the book and select individual portraits. 100% of the proceeds from the project will be distributed among the 15 charities chosen by the participating celebrities.
Grace Coddington and Marc Jacobs
