Funk up your look this fall with the highly anticipated NARS Collection inspired by Andy Warhol. The packaging alone would be of enough interest for some to go out and purchase this collection. Once the outer packaging is open, there's an actual self-portait of Andy Warhol on the actual eye-shadow palette (talk about uber cool). There's also an eye and cheek palette inspired by Debbie Harry!
We had the chance to sift and sample through the collection and the colors are really saturated. As most of us beauty lovers are aware, NARS collections are typically limited edition, so if the Warhol collection sounds like something you can't live without, get to your local Sephora soon!
We all know that the best way to care for our skin is to follow a strict skincare regimen twice a day. For a brilliant, glowing complexion, it’s crucial to use quality products on a regular basis. Yes, that means at every night—especially those late party nights—even when you come home feeling too tired to take off your shoes. So what can we do to motivate ourselves to really take care of our skin? What if one of our favorite, super fun to use makeup brands developed an equally glamorous skincare line? One so luxurious we couldn’t wait to come home and pamper ourselves. Well, good news, girls. NARSskin has arrived!
A new season is here and it’s time for all of us to pull out our summer make up and update our look for the season. The S/S runways were full of beauty trends that are fun, fresh, and totally doable! From bold brows to bright colorful lips, you are sure to find a look that suits your personal style. Below we provide you with our favorite styles; please, do try these at home!
Colorful Lips
From wine-colored stained pouts at Prabal Gurung to bright reds at Jason Wu, statement lips are everywhere this season. Get behind this trend by picking a color that works with your skin tone. As we saw on the runways, the color itself doesn't really matter. It could be blue, purple, orange, or pink, just pick a tone you like, with a matte finish, and you’ll get a look that’s perfect for you and right on trend!
We're all due for some summer sun after a long, grueling, pasty white winter. So what to do once you've achieved that sunkissed glow? Maintain it! We’ve got the tips on how to preserve that tan without overdoing it. Intrigued? Read on!
Easy Exfoliation
Exfoliation is the first crucial step to keeping your summer glow. It’s important to exfoliate your whole body with a salt free product and pay special attention to the rough areas of your skin (knees and elbows). Use Bare Minerals Exfoliating Treatment Cleanser to see brighter and smoother skin while exfoliating.
Beauty lovers, behold! Spring just got a whole lot hotter! (And we're not talking about the weather!) Voluptuous red pouts made their classic marks on seasons past, but they are definitely (and devilishly) here to stay. Luckily, for the spring and upcoming summer season, the perfect red pout doesn't show up to the party alone; she's invited three hot friends: fuchsia, melon, and orange. Because these colors are all so hot this season, we’re going to point you in the right direction of all the kissable hues you just have to get your hands on!
Tarte LipSurgence Lip Luster in Adored with keep you feeling fun and flirty while wearing this powerfully pink pucker in. This is our favorite of six luscious shades boasting hydration, color, and shine. Snag it on QVC.com for $22.
Winter can wreak major havoc on your skin between the frigid temperatures, biting wind, and the moisture-zapping effects of the indoor heat we blast during this time of year.
Just when you thought the only answer was resorting to rubbing your face chock full of Vaseline or taking any other drastic measure, look to the latest foundations and tinted moisturizers that are putting science and nature to work to deliver amazing results.
Benefit and Nars, both brands who have amassed cult-like followings (and verified Glam Damn It staples...BADgal Mascara and Orgasm blush, anyone?) are launching brand new products just in time to rescue your skin from a dull, lifeless existence (...and the Vaseline!).
Nars Beauty Consultations
Get beauty and skin-care advice from Nars makeup artists during a private consultation. Shoppers will receive a deluxe sample of Copacabana Illuminator with a Nars purchase of over $75. Through 1/16. Call 212-904-7954 for details.
10AM—8PM; Henri Bendel, 712 Fifth Avenue (near 56th Street); 2nd Floor
Scott James Pop Up Shop
Prepare for dropping temperatures without sacrificing style with menswear including sweaters, jackets, and outerwear from Scott James’s Bowery pop-up shop. Through 1/31.
Mon—Fri 11AM—7PM, Sat 12—6PM, Sun 12—5PM
20 East 1st Street (near Bowery); 212-777-1601
Botkier handbags, designed by Monica Botkier, are inspired by creating functional bags with designer quality at a much more reasonable price. This miniature crossbody in luxurious Italian lambskin is the perfect gift for any fashion savvy girl on the go. The flawless lambskin comes in four shades, (we are loving the Graffiti Leopard!) features a clever money clip closure, and has just enough room for our keys, lip-gloss, and iPhone. What more could a girl ask for?
Available at botkier.com, $225
Light, fresh eye makeup is a huge trend right now in the beauty world! Combining light shadows with dramatic, dark eyeliner and mascara is a classic look that was made popular by past beauties like Brigitte Bardot and Twiggy. Currently, modern day celebs, like Lauren Conrad, and fashionistas are rocking this look as if it never even left. Here's your step-by-step guide to creating the perfect light, big-eyed look:
Step 1: Start with an eye primer, try Shadow Insurance by Too Faced, to make sure your eye makeup stays perfect all day.
After some experimenting and hard researching, we've come up with the products that will make your skin feel silky smooth and won't melt off your face in 100 degree weather.
These foundations will easily battle the heat + oily skin in one shot. Here are our favorites!
1. BareMinerals SPF 15 Foundation
Our personal favorite. Buff your way to flawless skin that lasts all day. Plus it's got SPF! Great for combination skin.
-Go to www.bareescentuals.com for more details on the foundation and to make your purchase.