Kate Hudson looked radiant as she arrived at the 2012 Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Graydon Carter at Sunset Tower with hair by celebrity stylist David Babaii. If you want to be a blonde like Kate, David recommends that your stylist uses IT&LY HAIRFASHION’s Colorly 20/20 professional hair color to achieve a natural, healthy and shiny blonde.

Kate Hudson Blonde Hair Oscars 2012

How To

To start, Kate’s hair was cleansed and conditioned with IT&LY HAIRFASHION’s Pure Shampoo and Conditioner for optimum shine and hydration.

David then sprayed IT&LY Pure Texture Spray and distributed this evenly through the hair to create the volume, texture and lift he was looking for.

Next, David used a blow dryer on medium heat and medium air flow, using his hands instead of a brush to enhance texture. To create her beachy waves, he took random sections and wrapped them around various sized curling irons to create multiple textures.

He finished this look with IT&LY Pure Definition Hairspray for a lightweight touchable hold.

Almay Brand Ambassador Kate Hudson attended the world premiere of her new movie, Something Borrowed, at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles on May 3, 2011. Marta Walsh has the scoop about Hudson’s makeup.

Kate complemented her stunning yellow dress with subtle yet sophisticated makeup, playing up her eyes with extra long lashes while keeping her lip and cheek neutral. To get Kate’s look, Almay recommends the following products:

FACE:

Almay Smart Shade Smart Balance Foundation – Light/Medium: Smart Shade Smart Balance has smart technology –skin balancing microspheres that detect dry and oily areas and hydrate and absorb oil where needed, while instantly adjusting to match any skin tone. ($13.99)

Almay Smart Shade Smart Balance Pressed Powder – Light/Medium: Almay’s patented technology transforms the powder to the ideal shade upon application, keeping skin balanced with a soft matte finish that minimizes the appearance of minor flaws and imperfections. ($13.99)

Almay Smart Shade Blush – Pink: Almay’s Smart Shade Blush instantly transforms on application into a shade that perfectly complements any skin tone. ($8.99)

EYES:

Almay Intense i-color Shadow – Trio for Green Eyes: Almay’s Intense i-color Shadow is formulated with light interplay technology that brightens and intensifies eye color and blends smoothly for all day wear. ($7.49)

Almay Intense i-color Eyeliner – Midnight Black: Almay’s Intense i-color Eyeliner brightens eyes while adding definition and dimension and features a built in smudger for a customizable look. ($7.49)

Almay One Coat Get Up & Grow Mascara – Black: Almay’s first anti-breakage, pro-vitamin formula instantly lengthens the look of lashes and defends against breakage so lashes can grow to their healthiest, longest, and shiniest. ($8.49)

LIPS:

Almay Truly Lasting Color Lipcolor – Petal: Almay Truly Lasting Color provides up to 12 hours of beautiful, long lasting, moisturizing lipcolor with a clear, high-shine topcoat full of nourishing botanicals. ($9.99)

For more information on product availability and tips on how you can “borrow” Kate’s movie looks, visit www.almay.com.

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)

Almay Smart Shade Blush – Berry: Almay’s Smart Shade Blush instantly transform on application into a shade that perfectly complements your unique skin tone, ($8.99)

Almay Smart Shade Bronzer – Sunkissed: Almay’s Smart Shade Bronzer contains a liquid cream formula unlike any other bronzer that provides a sheer, natural color that builds to your desired intensity. ($8.99)

EYES:

Almay Intense i-color Shadow – Trio for Green Eyes: Almay’s Intense i-color Shadow is formulated with light interplay technology that brightens and intensifies eye color and blends smoothly for all day wear. ($7.49)

Almay Intense i-color Eyeliner – Rich Mocha (for green eyes): Almay’s Intense i-color Eyeliner brightens eyes while adding definition and dimension and features a built in smudger for a customizable look. ($7.49)

Kate Hudson is carrying a CHANEL handbag on the set of her upcoming movie Something Borrowed. Kate is carrying a grey quilted bag, style A48016 Y04624 44203, from the 2010 Spring/Summer Collection currently available in all CHANEL Boutiques.

ALMAY’s newest Global Brand Ambassador, Kate Hudson, looked fabulous at the ALMAY concert to celebrate the Rainforest Fund’s 21st Birthday. The Makeup Look: Celebrity makeup artist Leslie Lopez created an effortless look that was inspired by Kate Hudson’s radiant and elegant beauty.

How To Makeup Tutorial:

1. Apply ALMAY smart shade makeup with your fingers and blend into the skin for an even tone

2. Under the eye and on the lid use the multi-tasking ALMAY bright eyes, eye base and concealer to help brighten eyes and keep shadow in place

3. Fill in the brows with ALMAY brow defining pencil

4. Apply ALMAY intense i-color eye shadow in trio for browns using the medium shade for the crease, and the darkest shade across the lid

5. Line the inside of the eye using ALMAY intense i-color eyeliner in brown topaz

6. Add just a touch of glitter to the eyelid for a radiant finish

7. For maximum impact, use ALMAY one coat dial-up mascara in its highest degree

8. To create a sunkissed look, apply ALMAY touch-pad blush in peach to the apple of the cheeks

9. For the lips, start with the ALMAY ideal lipliner in bronze which will make the lip appear fuller

10. Add ALMAY hydracolor lipstick in nude

11. Finish the lips with ALMAY pure blends lipgloss in natural just the center to add shine

ALMAY PRODUCTS:

Face:

Eyes: ALMAY smart shade makeup: $13.99

ALMAY bright eyes eye base and concealer: $8.99 ALMAY touch-pad blush in peach: $10.29

ALMAY brow defining pencil: $7.49

ALMAY intense i-color eyeliner in brown topaz $7.49 Lips:

ALMAY Intense i-color eye shadow in trio for browns: $7.49 ALMAY ideal lipliner in bronze: $3.49

ALMAY one coat dial-up mascara: $8.49 ALMAY hdyracolor lipstick in nude: $8.49

ALMAY brow defining pencil: $7.49 ALMAY pure blends lipgloss in natural: $7.99

PRODUCT AVAILABILITY: http://www.almay.com

Revlon, Inc. has announced that its Almay brand has signed one of Hollywood’s hottest stars, Kate Hudson, as its newest Global Brand Ambassador.

“Almay is known for its fresh, effortless approach to beauty”, said Kate Hudson. “I share that philosophy and I’m honored to be partnering with a brand that believes cosmetics should bring out the natural beauty inside every woman. At the end of the day we all want to have fun and feel beautiful – that’s what Almay is all about.”

In her role as Global Brand Ambassador for Almay, Kate will be the face of new and existing Almay products and will appear in global multi-media campaigns that include television, print, in-store and internet placements. Kate’s first television and print campaign for the brand is set to debut later this year.

Commenting on today’s announcement, Revlon President and Chief Executive Officer, Alan T. Ennis, said “We are thrilled to welcome Kate to the Almay family. She is smart, confident and vivacious. Her energy and youthful spirit are contagious – Kate is a perfect ambassador for the Almay brand.”

In addition to being featured in upcoming global advertising campaigns, Kate Hudson will be involved in various company-sponsored philanthropic and fundraising events. She will represent the brand at the Almay Rainforest Concert on Thursday, May 13th, 2010, at Carnegie Hall in New York City. The concert benefits The Rainforest Foundation, founded by Sting and Trudie Styler to support indigenous and traditional people of the world’s rainforests in their efforts to protect their environment.

About Kate Hudson

Kate Hudson took Hollywood by storm in her Academy Award-nominated role of rock groupie Penny Lane, in Almost Famous (2000), for which she won a Golden Globe Award. Her film credits include How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, Fool’s Gold, You, Me and Dupree and Bride Wars and, most recently,Rob Marshall’s musical drama, Nine. Kate will next be seen on the big screen in Michael Winterbottom’s The Killer Inside Me with Casey Affleck and Jessica Alba and Earthbound with Kathy Bates and Whoopi Goldberg. She is currently filming the romantic comedy, Something Borrowed.

About Revlon

Revlon is a global color cosmetics, hair color, beauty tools, fragrances, skincare, anti-perspirant / deodorants and beauty care products company whose vision is Glamour, Excitement and Innovation through High-quality Products at Affordable Prices. Revlon® is one of the strongest consumer brand franchises in the world. Revlon’s global brand portfolio includes Revlon® color cosmetics, Almay® color cosmetics, Revlon Colorsilk® hair color, Revlon® beauty tools, Charlie® fragrances, Mitchum® anti-perspirant / deodorants, and Ultima II® and Gatineau® skincare. Websites featuring current product and promotional information can be reached at www.revlon.com, www.almay.com and www.mitchumman.com.

David Babaii for Living Proof Full styles Kate Hudson’s hair for the 2010 MET Costume Institute Gala. The Hairstyle & Inspiration: A day spent sun-bathing in San Tropez, elegant but a little flirty, not too coiffed to match her chic Stella McCarthy dress.

How to get the look: Hair Tutorial

First, David Babaii used Living Proof Full to give Kate Hudson’s fine, limp blonde hair a thicker feel. He rubbed the product between his fingers to activate the ingredients and applied from the product root to shaft. He rough dried the entire head to add additional volume.

He created a side part, and braided along the crest of her head, he then pulled all the hair back into a low bun at the nape of the neck, creating a sexy, cool up-do. Babaii said, “Usually I am afraid to braid Kate’s hair because it is so fine, but Living Proof Full added the dimension and depth I needed to create this fabulous red carpet look.”

I’m excited to share with you my interview with Amy Bailey who has begun to make her mark within Hollywood’s demanding movie stars. Amy can be seen in the star-studded movie, “Nine” along side Nicole Kidman, Penelope Cruz, and Kate Hudson. Up next for the actress, she will be playing the Hatteress in Tim Burton’s “Alice in Wonderland.”

Amy Bailey

In this interview Amy Bailey tells Marta Walsh about how it all began for her in Hollywood. Her role in the film “Nine” and what was it like working with its director Rob Marshall. How one day she took Penelope Cruz and her sister to see the Royal Ballet perform. Her latest acting role in  ”Alice in Wonderland”, also staring in this film Johnny Depp. Future plans, and of course, style and beauty secrets!

Marta Walsh: Where did you grow up and where is home for you?
Amy Baliey: I grew up in a coastal town called Corpus Christi, in South Texas. I loved going to the beach right after school. Now I divide my time between London and L.A.

MW: How did you decide on a career in showbiz, and what were some of your first breaks?
AB: I was a professional ballerina by 17yrs old, so I guess being onstage always felt pretty natural. My parents couldn’t believe that as a teenager I would skip out parties because I had ballet class the next morning. It kept me out of trouble, for the most part

Three years ago I decided to transition to musical theatre and was fortunate to land my very first audition. It was understudying “Ulla” in “The Producers” – a big West End show in London. The casting team took a chance on me that I could do the lead as a singer and I was thrilled to rise to the challenge. Right after that show I got the lead role in “Oklahoma“, so I feel grateful that people believed I could make the transition.

MW: How did you land the role of Guido’s Showgirl in film “Nine”? What was it like working with director Rob Marshall and the rest of the cast?
AB: “Nine” auditioned thousands of girls from London, LA, NYC, and Rome. We had over 400 people in my audition and it was a grueling 2 days of elimination rounds. It was nerve-racking – everyone wanted to be in this movie and we all knew there were only a handful of spots available.

When I got the call from my agent I was in a library but I still squawked outloud. We filmed for 5 months in London. Rob Marshall is incredible. Very zen but totally in control of his vision. I think Catherine Zeta-Jones was quoted as saying she would read the phonebook for Rob and I am inclined to agree!

We had loads of rehearsals and I got to work very closely with our stars. Funnily enough, they were more nervous than we were as they all had to sing and dance. Daniel told me he was “terrified” of the dancing! You never imagine someone like Daniel Day-Lewis being scared of anything, but they were all working so hard to master things that I’ve been doing since I was 5. It’s all about perspective, I guess.

I loved seeing the “real” Nicole, Penelope, Kate, Daniel etc. These actors are so famous that they can’t do the things all of us take for granted. I took Penelope and her sister to see the Royal Ballet perform, and in public she was gracious, but she had to be much more guarded because everyone was gawking at her. It was interesting seeing both sides of fame.

MW: What have you learned from your acting role in “Alice in Wonderland”? Did you get to meet Johnny Depp (you know, it’s a dream of mine)?
AB: Acting in “Alice” was a new experience for sure! We were basically acting to nothing as the sets are all CGI. It’s a very good experience though – you really have to use your imagination, but then be consistant for the many takes. At times it was chaos. We would role and then Tim would have to yell “Cut!” for the 10th time because someone had run through the imaginary unicorn. Johnny had already filmed most of his scenes so he wasn’t around much, but I saw some of his takes and he is brilliant! Perfectly cast.

MW: What would be your next dream acting role?
AB: Gosh, it is hard to choose. I adore the fantasy genre, like “Alice” or “Avatar“. It would be a dream to work with Peter Jackson or Darren Aronofsky. But I also love comedy and indie films. Charlie Kaufman writes very cool scripts.

MW: Which actor/actress inspires you the most?
AB: Actors that morph into their characters inspire me the most. I can never predict Cate Blanchett. Her performance as Bob Dylan in “I’m Not There” is sublime. Marion Cotillard, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Daniel (of course!), Sam Rockwell, and Catherine Keener consistantly give true performances.

MW: What is next for Amy Bailey?
AB: Right now I am in love with The Goundlings! I’m doing long-form comedy improv there which is something every actor should try. It basically kills your ego, but that’s a good thing And it makes every audition you have a breeze ’cause you’ve pretty much already died a thousand deaths when doing improv. You learn to be comfortable in the so-called “grey area”, where you have no idea what is going to come out of your mouth next. Quite liberating. I adore Christopher Guest and his team who put together “Best in Show” and “Waiting for Guffman“. How fun to improv an entire film.

Amy Bailey on Style & Beauty Secrets:

I keep my hair beautiful thanks to…
Krill oil capsules and eating sardines. You may say yuck, but you can’t beat Omega-3 in your diet for great hair.

My favorite skincare products are…
I do a mix of things. Right now I am loving Ziva toner followed by SK-II Vitamin C serum, then moisturizing with Weleda Wild Rose day cream.

I get my eyelashes looking long, full, and sexy using…
A heated eyelash curler and Lancome mascara.

The best lip-gloss I ever owned…
Was a homemade organic lip balm. Given to me as a gift. I’m almost out and very scrimpy about using the last little bit of it.

My signature fragrance is…
The Body Shop’s Pure Rosehip Oil. I like fragrances that smell like real flowers. I can’t stand strong stinky perfume.

The one beauty product you will always find in my purse is…
Lip balm. I have a habit of chewing my lips so keeping lip balm on them helps me stop.

Beauty is all about…
It’s all about love baby! And it’s not corny to say so…we all know those people who are so beautiful because they are brimming with love and joy. Physical beauty is all relative anyway, but most of us can agree on what makes a beautiful personality.

I describe my personal style as…and my favorite fashion designers are…
Well I would call my personal style “vintage” or “eclectic”, but I have to admit many of my friends say I dress like a Grandma. I don’t know what it is – polyesther prints just move me. Seriously though, I love good tailoring and vintage cuts from the 40′s and 50′s are so flattering. Alexander McQueen and Zac Posen are 2 of my favorites.

The sound, restaurant, and movie I love the most…
I love the sound Gospel choirs, and of a big, booming, live symphony orchestra. One of my favorite restaurants is “Rules” in London. It is the city’s oldest restaurant and it is very posh darling. I love the movie “Goonies”. I never get tired of seeing it.

One or two things some people may not know about Amy Bailey…
I have a bright red birthmark on the palm of my hand, and I haven’t met anyone else who has one there. I can also play “Oh Susanna” on the harmonica with my nose. No really, my dad does it too.

Talking Makeup would like to thank fabulous Amy Bailey for a brilliant interview. To learn more about Amy visit the Amy Bailey official website!

BEST DRESSED: Kate Hudson brought  pure elegance to the red carpet last night for the 2010 SAG Awards. You had to see the back of the dress to really appreciate the whole look. I hear from Celebrity Stylist Rachel Zoe’s Twitter that she was the style genius who picked Kate’s white PUCCI gown. Marta LOVE:) “White is the new black ” according to Rachel Zoe.

Kate Hudson at the 2010 SAG Awards: Do you love?

Kate Hudson looked pretty and elegant in Marchesa at the 67th Golden Globes. Kate wore a strapless silk crepe gown with sculptured band bodice and bottom flared skirt.

Celebrity manicurist Deborah Lippmann polished off some of Hollywood’s hottest looks at the Golden Globes on Sunday. Kate Hudson wore a classic deep red called Lady Is A Tramp to offset her pure white Marchesa dress.