Whether you are a jet-setter or always on the move, Sephora offers a variety of beauty minis perfect for purses, pockets, and carry-ons that won’t have you second-guessing your beauty routine. Now you can board beautifully by air, land or sea with these glamorous on-the-go favorites:

NEW Sephora Collection Summer Goddess Palette, ($36) – Achieve the ultimate summer look with a radiant bronzer and bright “summer eyes” eyeshadow shades. This all-in-one palette contains everything you need to capture summer’s hottest look.

Sephora Collection Colorful Artist Lipstick Palette, ($36) – Take your pick of creamy, beautiful lip colors with this slim palette complete with 15 stunning hues, ranging from natural to bold and everything in between. It is the perfect palette for every look and occasion.

Sephora by OPI Havana Nights Mini Collection, ($18) – This mini-set is complete with four of summer’s hottest nail shades: Teal We Meet Again, Read My Palm, Rumba Romance, and Caliente Coral to make maintaining your manicure and pedicure effortless.

Sephora Collection Pop-Up Travel Brush, ($8) – The perfect travel companion, the Pop-Up Travel Brush simply flips open to reveal the mirror and brush bristles so that you can have luscious locks all the time.

Kat Von D Eau de Parfum Roller Ball in Adora (NEW), Sinner or Saint ($16 each) – Kat Von D’s signature scents are easy to tote around so whether you choose Sinner, Saint or Adora, Kat’s latest addition, this handy rollerball will keep you smelling heavenly, wherever you go.

Maintain your beauty routine at home and when on-the-go with these portable beauties picks available at Sephora stores, by calling 1-877-Sephora or by logging onto Sephora.com.

Introducing the Dolce&Gabbana pre-fall Sicilian Lace Collection. The collection marks the first limited-edition product for the line, The Sicilian Lace Bronzer!

The Sicilian Lace Collection

“The Sicilian Lace collection is almost miraculous-the shades capture the spirit of summer so perfectly that creating a look is effortless,” says Dolce & Gabbana’s resident expert collaborator Pat McGrath, “It’s a look that’s so fresh, barely there yet so sexy-and most impressive, the palette is truly timeless, which is what makes a make up collection genuinely classic.”

Dolce & Gabbana present their signature collection of versatile colour cosmetics- magically and meticulously conceived by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana. Each season’s colour direct from the runway inspires each collection anew, to be re-interpreted afresh. The design duo salute their treasured past with a timeless present… and anticipate the future. Introducing the Sicilian Lace Collection… lingering romance, deep intimacy and sun-splashed sensuality in nuanced naturals that exude a warm glow.

The Sicilian Lace Collection exalts one of The Designers’ best loved materials, lace. It is the classic symbol of pure femininity, encompassing the transparency of desire and the sleek aura of modernity. Introducing an inaugural limited-edition piece: the Sicilian Lace Bronzer. Imprinted with a delicate floral lace pattern, exuding both femininity and luxury. Created for the Dolce & Gabbana woman who seeks a life of passion, spontaneity and style, the bronzer imparts a touch of golden sensuality to the skin.

The collection’s palette is both powerful and delicate, spanning the duality of sophisticated glamour of modern femininity, and the raw sensuality of Sicily’s seascapes and beaches. A study of subtle contrast and soft weightless tones: nuanced neutrals and suggestive nudes come together to revel in a celebration of a woman’s innate softness and natural sex appeal.

The packaging: Supreme luxury and ingenious artistry coalesce to create sleek forms carved of gleaming gold resulting in true objects of art.

The range: Eclectic yet refined. Contrast creates clarity: an exploration of tone and tactility, nuance and drama, strength and fragility.

The formulas: Inventive technology and superior quality meet signature luxury to produce pure pigments and pearl levels.

The palette: A composite of distinctive Dolce & Gabbana style and mystique translated into pure colour, inspired as always, by Hollywood’s audacious glamour and the Mediterranean’s fantastical intrigue. The Make Up inspires desire and transforms modern beauty… it is sublime.

The Sicilian Lace Collection THE COLLECTION

For the Lips

the lipstick

Classic Cream Lipstick in Caramel 105 NEW, $30

Shine Lipstick in Perfection 50, $30

the lipgloss

Ultra – Shine Lipgloss in Caramel 135 NEW, $30

For the Eyes

the eyeshadow

Smooth Eye Colour Quad in Nude 110, $59

Recommended Price

For the Face

Limited Edition Bronzer The Sicilian Lace NEW, $49

For the Nails

the nail lacquer

Intense Nail Lacquer in Perfection 220 NEW, $20

Recommended Price

DOLCE&GABBANA The Sicilian Lace Collection is on counter from mid-August 2010 at select Saks Fifth Avenue locations.

Summer makeup tips from What Not to Wear’s resident makeup artist, Carmindy.

As the weather heats up, it’s time to lighten up your makeup routine with luminous, natural formulas that let your skin shine. “Who needs heavy makeup when you have a pretty, natural flush?” says Carmindy, the expert behind Sally Hansen Natural Beauty Inspired by Carmindy. “Summer is the time to emphasize fresh, healthy skin—not hide behind makeup. With the right products, you can highlight your summer glow and let your true beauty shine through.”

Carmindy’s number one rule for a fresh summer complexion? “NEVER go tanning to get a summer glow. Layer on the sunscreen every day and you’ll still get a hint of healthy color—the perfect summer accessory. If you want more radiance, sweep on a little shimmery golden bronzer to accentuate your glow.” Try Sun Glow Powder Bronzer, a customizable color trio that creates a complexion-enhancing, flattering sun-kissed glow. Micronized pigments offer a clean, natural, sun-free bronzed effect—no tanning necessary.

To complement a radiant complexion, go for a light, sheer lip. “Summer is the season to play with floral shades like roses and pinks,” says Carmindy. “Put away dark shades like wines and burgundies and opt for light, fresh lip colors instead. Sweet pink shades complement a radiant complexion—plus they make teeth look whiter.” Carmindy recommends Ultra Soothing Lip Tint, a balm-like gel with a hint of tint and healthy shine. Try the tint in Cranberry or Guava for a sheer wash of delicate pink.

If you want to try a brighter lip color, balance the boldness with a more natural eye. “One of my foolproof summer tricks is pairing a bright coral lipstick and subtle wash of eye shadow,” says Carmindy. “It instantly perks up your complexion, no matter what your skin tone, and it’s a really light, fresh summer look.” To get the look, try Color Comfort Lip Color in Sunbeam with the color-coordinated shades in the Amethyst, Metallic, Ocean or Quartz Instant Definition Eye Shadow Palettes.

Sexy Summer Body: Introducing my new love in body shimmers: MAC To To The Beach Bronze Body Oil ($22.00 u.s./$27.00 CDN) which gives the look of a glowing tan with multidimensional golden shimmer. I don’t leave my house unless I have shimmer on and I’m always on the look out for the best body shimmers in the world. I’m on the moon that I have found this one by MAC.

MAC To To The Beach Bronze Body Oil is from the MAC To The Beach collection available May 28th – July 2010.

The 2010 Met Gala is the Oscars of fashion and the perfect place for four Estée Lauder models to be as the brand once again redefines American and Global beauty. Veterans Hilary Rhoda and Carolyn Murphy, and new faces Constance Jablonski and Liu Wen all define beauty in their own unique way, and looked breathtaking as they walked the red carpet.

Hilary Rhoda. Images courtesy of Estée Lauder

Super stylist Mary Alice Stephenson styled Hilary Rhoda, Constance Jablonski and Liu Wen in a suite at NYC’s Surrey Hotel, where Estée Lauder Global Makeup Stylist Rick DiCecca applied stunning makeup looks on both Constance and Liu Wen.

Hilary Rhoda’s makeup was done by Kaoru Okubo and hair by Rudi Lewis.

Beauty:

Double Wear Light Stay-in-Place Makeup SPF 10 in Intensity 2.0

Double Wear Stay-in-Place ShadowCreme in Ivory Lace

Pure Color EyeShadow in Black Crystals (available August 2010)

Double Wear Stay-in-Place Eye Pencil in Onyx

TurboLash All Effects Motion Mascara in Black

Bronze Goddess Soft Matte Bronzer

Pure Color Gloss in Perfect Nude (available June 2010)

Pure Color Nail Lacquer in Blue Dahlia (available July 2010)

Fashion: Dress  by Prabal Gurung. Shoes by Christian Louboutin. Accessories: VBH clutch and Cartier jewels

L to R: Liu Wen and Constance Jablonski
Images courtesy of Estée Lauder

Constance Jablonski’s makeup was done by Rick DiCecca, Estée Lauder Global Makeup Stylist. Hair by Travis Speck for Bumble and bumble.

Beauty:

Double Wear Light Stay-in-Place Makeup SPF 10 in Intensity 1.0

Pure Color EyeShadow in Sugar Biscuit, Hot Cinnamon, Blazing Bronze (available August)

Double Wear Stay-in-Place Eye Pencil in Onyx

Automatic Lip Duo in Rose Coral

Pure Color Gloss in Coral Fantasy and Perfect Nude (available June)

Fashion: Dress by Jason Wu. Shoes by Casedi. Accessories: Victor Hugo clutch; Fenton cuffs; Glynneth B earrings

Liu Wen’s makeup was done by Rick DiCecca, Estée Lauder Global Makeup Stylist. Hair by Travis Speck for Bumble and bumble.

Beauty:

Nutritious Vita-Mineral Makeup SPF 10 in Intensity 1.0

Double Wear Stay-in-Place Eye Pencil in Onyx

Bronze Goddess Soft Shimmer Bronzer

Signature Silky Powder Blush in Radiant Kiss

Sumptuous Waterproof Bold Volume Lifting Mascara in Black

Pure Color Gloss in Perfect Nude (available June)

Fashion: Dress by Naeem Khan. Shoes by Brian Atwood. Accessories: VBH clutch

Also in attendance at last night’s Met Gala Estée Lauder spokesmodel Carolyn Murphy in Michael Kors as a guest of the designer.

Carolyn Murphy. Images courtesy of Estée Lauder.

Summer is right around the corner and everyone is looking for the perfect bronzer to create a luscious brown tan. Hourglass Cosmetics is launching a brand new product for summer, Illume Crème-to-Powder Bronzer Duo in Sunset ($40), a bronzer and blush in our gorgeous, signature swivel compact. Paraben, fragrance, oil and wax free, Illume’s formula creates a soft, velvet finish and stays fresh on skin all day without blotching or streaking. It also features vitamins A & E to provide moisturizing and antioxidant benefits.

Additionally, Hourglass is adding a shade to Illusion Tinted Moisturizer ($55) –  their lightest yet, Shell.

Hourglass Cosmetics is also adding Fortune, a metallic pink gold shade to their ever popular Extreme Sheen Lip Gloss ($28).

All three will be available in May 2010 at Barneys New York, Sephora and Sephora.com.

ABOUT HOURGLASS
A line that truly embodies modern luxury, Hourglass Cosmetics combines timeless extravagance and style all in one elegant collection. From lush shades to incredibly luxurious packaging, makeup has never been so stunning – or perfecting. Created by beauty veteran Carisa Janes, each innovative product is formulated with the latest cosmetic technology and cutting-edge ingredients. Many contain anti-aging properties yet leave out harmful ingredients such as parabens, phthalates and sulfates. Offering a full collection of color cosmetics and brushes, Hourglass is celebrated for its “complexion perfecting” products such as Veil Fluid Makeup, Veil Mineral Primer, and Illusion Tinted Moisturizer. The brand is available at Sephora, Sephora.com and Barneys New York. For more information on the line, please visit www.hourglasscosmetics.com.

Talking Makeup is pleased to present a Smokey Eyes makeup tutorial by the lovely Lois Price who is a student at Staffordshire University in England. I love my UK friends, you know:)

WATCH: Lois giving you tips on how to create a smokey eye look without breaking the bank! “Have fun with it and create similar looks!!” says Lois.

1. Firstly moisture your face and allow it to soak in, then apply a thin layer of foundation onto your face including eye lids- this will help the eye shadow stick and stay on longer

2. Apply a line of eyeliner to the bottom of your eyes to create definition.

3. Next apply the grey shadow to your eyelids- apply as much as you want.

4. Take a defining brush and apply black shadow to the corners of your eyes. This also makes them look larger as well as create our smokey look. Apply lots- don’t worry if it looks messy- it will soon be looking smoking!!!

5. Then take the grey shadow and blend in the black against the grey to create your overall look- add more black if you need to.

6. Apply mascara to the bottom and top lashes- add fake eyelashes if you want- but don’t go overboard as it can look tacky.

7. Apply bronzer and blusher and be sure to dust some around the neck and chest area to blend in the colour of your face and neck- don’t want it to be odd.

8. Finally put a bit of lip balm or foundation on your lips ready for a prolonged duration of lip gloss.

The end result is complete. A quick and easy way to create a perfect smokey look and it doesn’t even cost you much!

Products mentioned in Lois Price’s makeup tutorial:

L’Oreal True Match Foundation- Sand

Boots- Natural Collection Bronzer- Golden Glow, Eyeliner- Black, Lip-gloss -shortcake, Mascara- black

Avon- Gold/turquoise eye shadow, colour pallet brushes- eye shadow and smudge end and all over blusher brush.

Rimmel London- eye shadow- Glitzed.

Spring Makeup: Fresh spring color inspired by the London streets. A new color collection for eyes, lips, face, body and nails. Get the London Look this spring with Rimmel London’s latest assortment of fashion-forward shades. From shimmering shadows and volume-boosting mascara to illuminate eyes to lush color and reflective gloss to enrich lips, the collection lets you spring into the season with dewy, radiant color. The fresh offerings include:

L to R: MAX VOLUME FLASH MASCARA ($7.19). Delivering 14X volume, Max Volume Flash Mascara amps up lashes. A Lash Expand formula creates stronger, sleeker, shinier lashes while the exclusive quick-setting formula dries in a flash, leaving no mess or unsightly clumps. GLAM’EYES MONO EYE SHADOW ($3.49). This soft, silky formula delivers bold, brilliant and glamorous eyes with even, smooth, crease-proof application and high color impact.

L to R: MOISTURE RENEW LIP COLOUR SPF 18 ($6.79). This moisture-infused lip essential reduces lip dryness by up to 65% for smoother lips and improved color. Rimmel London’s Moisture Renew Lip Colour was developed with SPF 18 and a cutting-edge Self Adapting Moisture Complex to nourish lips, leaving them with a smoother surface for better color and wear. ROYAL GLOSS ($4.99). This deliciously wet-looking sheer gloss is enriched with Vitamins A, C and E as well as Royal Jelly. In 10 irresistible juicy, pearly shades, the great-tasting, non-sticky gloss is enhanced with the sweet scents of bubble gum, chocolate and peach. A glide-on applicator makes this great-tasting gloss extra easy to apply.

L to R: LASTING FINISH BLENDABLE BLUSH ($4.99). This soft-textured pressed powder blush delivers long-lasting, blendable, smudge-resistant color. With a natural hair contouring brush, the blush offers smooth, even, sheer coverage for a healthy natural glow. LASTING FINISH BLENDABLE BLUSH & HIGHLIGHTER ($4.99). Rimmel London’s irresistible Lasting Finish Blendable Blush & Highlighter shade trio palettes blend effortlessly for personalized blushing and highlighting with glamorous shimmer. Light-reflecting mica adds a soft, luminous glow that illuminates any complexion. Each includes a natural hair contouring brush for seamless color blending.

L to R: SUN SHIMMER MAXI BRONZER FOR FACE AND BODY ($7.99). This fun and fabulous bronzer is super-sized to provide maximum all-over bronzing. Richly pigmented for high color payoff, the dermatologist-tested, finely milled powder illuminates face and body with a streak-free, natural sun kissed glow. LASTING FINISH PRO NAIL ENAMEL ($3.99). Enriched with micro-sized minerals that fill in imperfections on the nail surface, Lasting Finish Pro Nail Enamel creates a smooth and super glossy finish for up to 10 days of maximum color impact and shine. Advanced micro formula technology with an active time-release system enhances shine over time while UV fade protection keeps color true.

Pregnancy has never looked better. This spring, Lancôme teams up with style expert and author Amy Tara Koch of the much-anticipated pregnancy style guide Bump It Up: Transforming your Pregnancy into the Ultimate Style Statement for several exclusive in-store events

What’s in it for you: Stop by at the Lancôme Boutique (see dates and locations below) and get the inside scoop on style tips that will take the average pregnancy from blah to beautiful. From creating the best faux glow to the maternity makeup must-haves, expecting moms will be armed with beauty and fashion advice leaving mommy-to-be feeling fabulous. One of her fave product picks? Lancôme’s Star Bronzer ($36.50) to create a sun-kissed look and instantly brighten the complexion.

In addition to receiving expert pregnancy style tips, you will work with a Lancôme beauty expert on the hottest products to update your beauty regimen. And get the book FREE with any $75 purchase. Simply call the boutique nearest you to reserve your appointment. Space is limited.

WHEN & WHERE:

April 13th / 5 PM – 7 PM
Lancôme | The Boutique
Upper West Side
212-362-4858

April 14th / 5 PM – 7 PM
Lancôme | The Boutique
The Mall at Short Hills
973-258-0790

April 28th / 5 PM – 7 PM
Lancôme | The Boutique
Northpark Dallas
214-750-9364

April 28th / 6 PM – 8 PMW Hotel Dallas-Victory – Lancôme is a sponsor
2440 Victory Park Lane
RSVP: rsvp.01521@whotels.com

ABOUT THE BOOK: Bump It Up: Transforming your Pregnancy into the Ultimate Style Statement shows moms-to-be how to maintain their fashion edge and triumph over the incredible bulk of pregnancy. The trick? Strategically investing in multi-tasking flowy (maternity and non) silhouettes and “bumping them up” (or, in editor parlance, “super-accessorizing”) with ADD ONS and WOW FACTOR to transform a handful of basics into dozens of jaw dropping preggo ensembles. Without breaking the bank. The book features fashion sketches of glam situational preggo silhouettes by bold faced fashion designers like Nicole Miller, DVF, Donna Karan, Kate Spade, Milly and Rachel Roy. In Advice From The A List, high wattage beauty and fashion editors share the tips that enabled them to sail through their own pregnancies with panache.

Amy Tara Koch is a trend reporter for NBC, Vogue Style Expert, Twitter Mom Style Expert, contributor to The New York Times, Town & Country, Travel + Leisure, INC., New York Observer and the Huffington Post. Bump It Up: Transforming your Pregnancy into the Ultimate Style Statement is a category headliner for Random House.

Scott Barnes Body Bling is perfect for spring and summer body prep. Available in two editions, Original and Platinum. This sunless tanning illuminator gives sexy, glowing, and bronzed skin without the risk of sun damage.

“Put it on the body like a moisturizer to even out skin tone and reduce the appearance of cellulite, spider veins, sun damage, etc. The light from the Body Bling attracts the eye, making legs, arms – everywhere! – appear slicker and slimmer. I always remind clients to apply it liberally to give ample coverage and effect,” says Scott.

To achieve instant glowing skin, apply Body Bling to exposed parts of the body in either a champagne glow or natural, warmer tone – and you are good-to-go! Skin is left supple, shiny and blinged out.

Scott Barnes is credited with creating gorgeous looks for his numerous celebrity clients, however the iconic looks he created for Jennifer Lopez started a cosmetics revolution and gave birth to a new look coined “the glow” – monochromatic, with bronzed skin and pale lips. The Glow exuded both a natural and yet highly polished radiance – one that could be felt from the inside and shining out. This signature look became known as “lit from within” and launched the world famous shimmering bronzer, Body Bling.

Body Bling retails for $38 and is currently available at www.scottbarnes.com.