Marta Walsh has a behind the scenes photo of Katie Holmes shooting Ann Taylor’s spring 2011 campaign ads. The campaign was shot outside a Pasadena mansion by renowned fashion photographer, Tom Munro in early December 2010.

Photo courtesy of Ann Taylor, Photo by John Shearer, WireImage

January 12, 2011 New York, NY- Ann Taylor announces Katie Holmes as the face of Ann Taylor’s Spring 2011 advertising campaign that will debut in March magazines.

Shot by world-renowned fashion photographer Tom Munro, the Spring 2011 advertising campaign captures the new Spring collection – a fresh, feminine take on American sportswear. The ads feature Katie Holmes modeling iconic Ann Taylor pieces at a beautiful home in Los Angeles.

“We are thrilled to have Katie as the face of Ann Taylor. Katie personifies the Ann Taylor brand – smart, talented, incredibly chic, and living a full life with beauty and grace. We admire and respect Katie for her intellect, kindness and enduring personal style,” said Christine Beauchamp, President of Ann Taylor Stores.

“I’ve been a fan of Ann Taylor since I was a young girl. I grew up loving the clothes…and am really excited to be the face of Ann Taylor for the Spring season. I am thrilled to be part of a brand I believe in,” said Holmes.

While creative director Lisa Axelson has been at the helm of Ann Taylor’s design team, the brand has attracted many new fans including such celebrated style icons as Heidi Klum, Naomi Watts, Milla Jovovich, Rachel Bilson, Christina Hendricks, Halle Berry, Ashley Greene, Kelly Rutherford, Olivia Palermo, Vanessa Williams, Elizabeth Banks, Joy Bryant, Anna Kendrick, Rihanna, Jessica Simpson, Kerry Washington and more.

About Ann Taylor:

Ann Taylor defines what it means to be chic, smart and sophisticated. Always relevant, always stylish—Ann Taylor offers beautiful, refined fashion designed for how women live today. Ann Taylor operates 280 stores across the United States, as well as online at anntaylor.com. Ann Taylor is a division of Ann Taylor Stores Corporation (NYSE: ANN).

Ann Taylor is proud to announce that Katie Holmes will be the face of Ann Taylor’s spring 2011 advertising campaign shot in Los Angeles by renowned fashion photographer, Tom Munro. She follows such notable seasonal spokesmodels as Heidi Klum, Naomi Watts and Milla Jovovich.

Katie Holmes as the face of Ann Taylor’s spring 2011 campaign. The photo credit is Photo by Tom Munro, courtesy of Ann Taylor

January 12, 2011 New York, NY- Ann Taylor announces Katie Holmes as the face of Ann Taylor’s Spring 2011 advertising campaign that will debut in March magazines.

Shot by world-renowned fashion photographer Tom Munro, the Spring 2011 advertising campaign captures the new Spring collection – a fresh, feminine take on American sportswear. The ads feature Katie Holmes modeling iconic Ann Taylor pieces at a beautiful home in Los Angeles.

“We are thrilled to have Katie as the face of Ann Taylor. Katie personifies the Ann Taylor brand – smart, talented, incredibly chic, and living a full life with beauty and grace. We admire and respect Katie for her intellect, kindness and enduring personal style,” said Christine Beauchamp, President of Ann Taylor Stores.

“I’ve been a fan of Ann Taylor since I was a young girl. I grew up loving the clothes…and am really excited to be the face of Ann Taylor for the Spring season. I am thrilled to be part of a brand I believe in,” said Holmes.

While creative director Lisa Axelson has been at the helm of Ann Taylor’s design team, the brand has attracted many new fans including such celebrated style icons as Heidi Klum, Naomi Watts, Milla Jovovich, Rachel Bilson, Christina Hendricks, Halle Berry, Ashley Greene, Kelly Rutherford, Olivia Palermo, Vanessa Williams, Elizabeth Banks, Joy Bryant, Anna Kendrick, Rihanna, Jessica Simpson, Kerry Washington and more.

About Ann Taylor:

Ann Taylor defines what it means to be chic, smart and sophisticated. Always relevant, always stylish—Ann Taylor offers beautiful, refined fashion designed for how women live today. Ann Taylor operates 280 stores across the United States, as well as online at anntaylor.com. Ann Taylor is a division of Ann Taylor Stores Corporation (NYSE: ANN).

New York Fashion Week SS 2011. Designer: Calvin Klein. Celebrity guest & front row: Katie Holmes. Makeup by mark.

The Makeup, Inspiration & How to by mark Celebrity Makeup Artist Mai Quynh:

Face

“For Katie’s face, I started by applying mark Calm & Composed Super-Soothing Moisturizer all over her skin. Next, to cover up any redness I applied mark Face Xpert Flawless Touch Makeup in Natural with the mark Foundation Brush. Next, I dabbed mark Good Riddance Hook Up Concealer in Light/Medium around her nose and under her eyes and set her foundation with mark Powder Buff Natural Skin Foundation in Natural using the mark Powder Brush. For an even glow, I dusted mark Bronze Pro Bronzing Powder in Pro Golden to her cheeks and forehead and mark Good Glowing Mosaic Blush Custom Color Palette in Hush Baby to the apples of her cheeks with the mark Angled Contour Face Brush.”

Eyes

“I began by applying mark Please Hold Eye Primer in Light/Medium to prep her eyes. Next, I applied a combination of mark I-mark Custom Pick Eyeshadow in Victorian Lace to her inner eyelids and Corset to her outer lid, blending outwards with the mark All Over Eye Shadow Brush. I then smudged Corset into the crease of her eyelid and along the bottom lash line using the mark Hook Up Eyeliner Brush. To finish her eyes, I used two coats of mark Lash Splash Hook Up Mascara in Black.”

Lips

“For her lips, I applied mark Lipclick Full Color Lipstick in Sweetie Pie using the mark Hook Up Lip Brush.”

This is the celebrities without makeup report. Feel free to leave your comments:)

Katie Holmes (left) Blake Lively (right):

Katie Holmes is looking her usual pretty on the cover of Elle Magazine November 2009 issue. Katie carries the LOB aka Long Bob very nicely. The LOB seems to me a very practical yet chic hairstyle that would look good on any woman. What do you think?

Katie Holmes on Fashion: On fashion: “I love Alaïa, for sure. Stella McCartney. I like Ralph Lauren because I feel like it’s very American, and I’m pretty all-American, from Ohio. Isabel Marant and a new designer, Sari Gueron.”

Emmanuelle Chriqui looked stunning as always on the  “Entourage” premiere – Chriqui opens up to Women’s Health (www.womenshealthmag.com) in the July/August 2009 issue on her exotic look, challenges she’s faced in her career, and advice on how to embrace being different.

Embracing her uniqueness: “There’s been a massive shift of consciousness. We have an African American president, there’s been a huge influx of Latin talent in mainstream music and film, and there’s a real audience for international films like Slumdog Millionaire. Guess what? The girl next door isn’t necessarily blonde and blue-eyed anymore. So I don’t feel like I need to morph into that All-American thing. Now it’s about accepting who you really are and being proud of that. When you have confidence that’s what becomes attractive to other people and makes them want to work with you and spend time with you.”

Emmanuelle found herself being passed over for roles that went to more conventional-looking actresses: “There have been some incredible things that I’ve lost out on because I don’t fit the {all-American} mold. It can be frustrating.”

After filming Zohan, Chriqui tried to audition for another part and the producer wouldn’t see her: “It was like, ‘NO – not the look we’re going for.’ Period.”

Scrutinizing her exotic appearance: “I’ve thought to myself, ‘What hair color will make my hair look lighter but won’t look weird?’ or ‘Are these contacts I can wear to not come off quite as exotic as I am?”

Emmanuelle’s 7 Ways to be Totally Irresistible, Just Being YOU…1. Don’t freak over so-called imperfections “Never reveal your insecurities to a man, because nine times out of 10 they have no idea they even exist. Most guys are not as observant as women are.” Let the Real You Shine Through

2. Let the real you shine through “For the record: I wear makeup. All. The. Time. But I do it in a way that looks natural. My skin is blotchy, and I’m Mediterranean—I’ve got dark circles. So I need foundation and concealer. One thing I swear by is Armani Silk foundation. It offers coverage, but it breathes, so people never think I’m wearing makeup. For under my eyes, I use Touche Eclat by Yves Saint Laurent, which I love because it’s moisturizing and creamy and blends into my skin without getting cakey. I also wear a bronzer—Cargo and Nars have great sun-kissed colors—just to give a little depth to my cheeks.”

3. Play up your best feature “I would say that my favorite part of my face is my eyes. I have very long lashes, but they’re not thick, so when I apply mascara—I love L’Oreal Voluminous—suddenly my eyes are transformed. It’s cool. I’ve also learned a few eye makeup tricks. For example, highlight your brow bone to give your eyes a more wide-open look. Also, as you’re applying mascara, twirl the brush—from the root [to the ends]—so the color covers the whole lash for a fuller look.”

4. Find a good role model “To me, natural beauty means having a real sense of confidence. I just think that there is something so incredibly sexy about a woman who takes care of herself and doesn’t try to bend to be something she’s not, like Robin Wright Penn, Meryl Streep, and Diane Lane. And Kate Winslet—I mean, my God! She’s gotten even more beautiful with age!”

5. Develop your own sense of style “Gwyneth Paltrow and Kate Moss both have great personal style. So does Katie Holmes. It’s risky, but it’s a statement and I like that. In elementary school I was always transforming stuff, like turning the top of [a pair of pantyhose] into a bandeau. It was my way of expressing myself. Now my look is tomboy meets hippie chic. A great pair of jeans, a T-shirt, hoop earrings, and a pair of boots or sandals, and I’m good to go.

“You have to be comfortable in what you’re wearing, because it shows. I know what fits my body and I’m crazy particular about that. Something I’ve been living in: my AG jeans. They’re tight, boot-leg, low-waisted and holey. You can wear them dressed up or dressed down, with running shoes or sandals, whatever. Sometimes I follow trends, like when the skinny-jeans craze was going on, but usually I just do what feels good to me. I’m not afraid when it comes to fashion. If I love the way something looks—whether it’s ethnic, Goth, or ultra sexy—I’m like, let’s do this!”

6. Express yourself with accessories “I love David Yurman rings, but overall, I’m much more into street jewelry. I find the best bangles and the coolest, most gigantic ornate earrings—things that you just don’t see just anywhere else. I’m very even-handed when I jewel myself up. I’ll either wear a serious pair of earrings or a ton of bangles, but not both. Less is more.”

7. Be brave in your beliefs “My spirituality happens to be a big part of my life. For example, I believe that we’re constantly surrounded by energy; things we don’t see that guide us. So I go to a healer who uses, among other things, essential oils to align my chakras [centers of energy, according to Indian medicine]. I think if you are open to this, it can be transformative; I’ve actually seen it in my own life. Of course, here [in California], this kind of stuff isn’t considered all that weird. Still, I’ve had somebody very close to me belittle my journey. It was really difficult because I felt as though they were rejecting a really big part of me—but, you know, it didn’t make me waver for a moment.”

Make sure to pick a copy of Women’s Health July/August 2009 Issue!

MSN Style Studio’s Glam Squad is back to share the latest summer trends in fashion and beauty!

The MSN Style Studio’s Glam Squad includes: Ted Gibson,Troy Jensen, Nick Verreos, Stefani Greenfield, and Laura Bennett.

Boho Beauty: Bohemian beauty couldn’t be hotter this summer. Celebrity hair stylist, Ted Gibson, gives us tips on how to get a boho hair look worthy of today’s hottest stars.

Summer Glow: Want that sun-kissed look? Celebrity makeup artist, Troy Jensen, shows us how to apply makeup that will give you a long-lasting summer glow. Bonus tip: Learn how to make it last through a day of fun in the sun.

Neon Brights: Day glow is back in a major way! Project Runway favorite Nick Verreos takes us on shopping trip to Los Angeles Boutique Intermix.

Recycle-ista: Founder of Scoop NYC and Curations, Stefani Greenfield, shows us that with a little accessorizing, you can wear a single dress three different ways.

Mrs. Cruise: Mom, actress and style icon—Katie Holmes certainly has a look to match every mood. Project Runway alum, Laura Bennett, teaches us some easy ways to channel our inner Katie.

Check out these segments and keep up with the Glam Squad’s updates at http://lifestyle.msn.com/stylestudio

And remember to Dress like you mean it!

Nick Verreos interview with Marta Walsh
Rami Kashou interview with Marta Walsh

So, It’s no secret that celebrities turn to extensions when the sudden crave for long hair kicks in, but it’s the recent photos of super star Katie Holmes that has everyone talking.

Katie Holmes recently turned her infamous bob into cascading long waves, leaving everyone wondering how it could have been done and still look so natural?

One way to achieve the look is with Great Lengths Extensions – the semi-permanent extension system for some of Hollywood’s elite. In addition to the superior quality of the human hair used by Great Lengths, the other reason it’s favored among the famous is because of how safe and gentle it is on one’s real hair.

Katie Holmes and her daughter Suri with her old hairstyle, the short bob.

Unlike other hair extension systems, the integrity of one’s natural strands is never compromised and applied in-salon by certified stylists, so the only risk one tales by having them is looking better than before.

Want a quick-fix option? Then opt for hairdo Clip-In Extensions by Ken Paves and Jessica Simpson to simply transform your entire look in seconds.

hairdo Clip-In Extensions are a one-piece extension system that clips into your hair, adding volume, texture and length. Available in variety of lengths, styles and shades, you can makeover your look every day.

Katie Holms’ signature short bob hair style got even shorter. What do you think? Does anyone miss her long brown locks like I do.

Katie Holmes.