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Jamie Lee Curtis gets wiggy in pink for the Noche de Ninos Gala.
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Britney Spears paired bright pink hair with a fair amount of questionable behavior in 2007. Truthfully, we kind of dig the look!
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Adrien Brody's blue streaks got, uh, "rave" reviews from some, but not everyone was impressed.
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Gwen Stefani and No Doubt at the 1999 VH1 Fashion Awards -- she's never been shy about playing with out of this world hair colors!
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Gwen pulls off blue hair better than pretty much anyone we know, as shown here at the 1998 MTV Music Video Awards.
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A year later, Gwen was still sporting the pink, but had toned it down a bit, as seen here at Memorial Stadium in Seattle, Washington in 2000.
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What else would you expect from a singer named Pink?
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Jay Manuel attends the 20th Annual GLAAD Media Awards -- he might be more well-known for his super-platinum hair color than for his work as a TV personality!
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Jenny McCarthy wore a funky pink wig to her sister's 30th birthday party at the Jet Nightclub in Las Vegas in 2006.
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The late Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes rocked a bright green wig for the 2000 MOBO Awards in London.
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The 54th annual Eurovision contest will take place on May 16 in Moscow. You can watch all the entries any time, or the live final, here on the official Web site. Or, for a quick overview of this year's contest, click here. (Feel free to skip the four pages of anti-American comments from outraged Norwegians.)
Eurovision fans realize the music is often terrible and so are the costumes and dancing, but love it anyway. For the uninitiated, here is a selection of five numbers that nicely demonstrate Eurovision's peculiar music and fashion sensibilities.
Continue reading Eurovision Song Contest - When Fashion And Music Fight, Everyone Wins
The NME awards are notorious for eccentric fashion choices, but none of them could compare to the outfit "created" by "music artist" La Roux. Wow.
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Naomi's extra-long gown at the Vanity Fair Oscar afterparty seemed familiar. So we checked and, sure enough, we had seen it before -- on Daryl Hannah in the 1984 hit movie Splash!!
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Michelle Monaghan sports an orange Louis Vuitton dress with a sequined side cut out. And tulle. And net. And mesh. And matching LV shoes with feathers. Will it ever stop?
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Keira Knightley's smug expression is just begging us to judge this outfit that's somehow too small and too big at the same time.
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We just have two questions: Why is Tilda Swinton wearing the human flesh dress made by serial killer Buffalo Bill in Silence of the Lambs? And couldn't she at least have it tailored to fit her?
Neither the color green nor those unfortunate shoulder pads are helping Jennifer Connelly look any healthier on the red carpet -- girl needs to eat!
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Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, went pattern crazy while playing with the puppies at the Metropolitan Police Dog Training Centre in Cornwall, UK.
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Up-and-coming Australian actress Teresa Palmer is drop-dead gorgeous. The shiny hair, the bright, expressive eyes, the thin-but-not-scary-skinny body ... she seems to have the whole package. Except, maybe, for the whole dressing for the red carpet part.
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The thing is, we love the fit of this dress -- it's super flattering and classy. And Teresa shines in light colors, so the white and beige is beautiful. But seriously, what is the deal with the beige bra cups?
Should we get past the weird boob accessories since we love the rest of the look so much? Or are those a deal breaker?
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Of course Teresa isn't the only celeb who suffers from the occasional red carpet flop. Scarlett Johansson clearly has her off days.
Oversized gold coat, check. High waisted pants that are way more frumpy than fashionable, check. What the heck was Scarlett Johansson thinking when she wore this outfit to the photocall for The Spirit in Madrid? This outfit is old lady-ish, and not in the sometimes hip Mary-Kate Olsen kind of way.
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Most celebs wouldn't be caught dead bare-faced, but in some cases, they might have been better off. Isn't it a relief to know that even the most glamorous stars fall victim to makeup mistakes? From Drew Barrymore to J. Lo to Victoria Beckham, StyleList takes a look at Hollywood's biggest beauty blunders.
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Salma Hayek. With her jet-black hair and hazel eyes, the striking Mexican-born actress doesn't need much more than a little here and a little there to play up her heritage. But layer on the costumey red lipstick, the silver shadow and the mile-long lashes, and the star looks like she's trying too hard be in an Art Nouveau poster.
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Katy Perry. OK, Katy, we know you're a girly-girl. But, honey, you're only 24, which means that now's the time to play up your fresh-faced sweetness. The too-blue shadow, bold black liner and overly-oranged cheeks age you. Even you look surprised.
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Carla Brunei. This is the woman who swept the president of France off his feet? Though Carla Brunei's appeal is obvious with her soft, understated makeup, she looks like a wood elf when she takes the scrub-faced look to extremes. Aren't world-famous models supposed to know how to put on makeup?
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Kylie Minogue. Though the Australian pop singer has churned through 1001 over-the-top costumes, she's at her best when she sticks to simple hair and natural makeup. Poufed, pulled and sporting green eyeshadow to match her Grecian gown, Kylie is, well, an Impossible Princess.
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Catherine Zeta-Jones
No one likes letting go of sun-kissed summer skin, but heaping on bronzer is never the answer. The Welsh beauty is at her best when she plays up her Snow White complexion.
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Selma Blair. Though actress Salma Blair is a real style chameleon, she's at her best when she plays up her funky elegance. Swipe on deep plum shadow and dark orange lips, and the impish actress seems to be working overtime to prove she's not her disarrayed sitcom character, Kim Craig.
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Kristen Bell. The Michigan-born actress has one of those, healthy mid-Western complexions that seems to need little more than sunshine and a bit of lip gloss to glow. But the star's green shadow and darker foundation makes her look like the rest of us city girls who spend too much time indoors.
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Sienna Miller
Yikes! Does Ms. Miller own a mirror? From the looks of her orange lips and thickly penciled brows, the answer seems to be no. All Sienna needs to look camera-ready is some mascara, a touch of blush and pretty pink lips.
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Victoria Beckham
While Posh looks perfect with her sleek 'do and flawless face, her attempt to look ultra-sophisticated at this year's CFDA Awards backfired big time. Her severe up-do, too-red lips, shimmery shadow and blush overload makes her look like she could be David's mother, not his mate.
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With teams of stylists and access to the top designers, celebrities have a definite advantage when it comes to getting dressed. But when choosing the best outfit for their body types, even stars can make mistakes. Designer Bradley Bayou tells us when they got it right -- and wrong.
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JESSICA SIMPSON: THE WRONG LOOK
This could possibly be Jessica's worst look ever. Her challenge is to keep her broad shoulders and wide hips balanced while defining her waist. To start, this cap-sleeved turtleneck adds weight to her upper body. The pants pockets offset the natural balance of her shape and the high-waist cuts her body in half.
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JESSICA SIMPSON: THE RIGHT LOOK
What a difference! With a belt defining her waist, the ruffled top and A-line skirt of this pretty dress keep Jessica's proportions balanced. Even her strappy shoes help elongate the vertical line of the body, making her seem taller and perfectly proportioned.
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JULIA ROBERTS: THE WRONG LOOK
This dress does nothing to broaden Julia's shoulders, which is necessary for triangle shapes to balance their shapely bottom halves. The straight shift cut doesn't define her waist, making her seem bottom-heavy and imbalanced.
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JULIA ROBERTS: THE RIGHT LOOK
The draping scooped neckline of this dress gives the appearance of broader shoulders and makes Julia's waist seem smaller by balancing her lower-body curves. The slightly flared skirt flows over her hips creating a long lean line.
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DEMI MOORE: THE WRONG LOOK
A waistband, like the one this dress, normally would define Demi's rectangular shape, but the excess fabric adds weight and hides her balanced shoulders and hips. The result? A shapeless silhouette.
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DEMI MOORE: THE RIGHT LOOK
The sweetheart neckline and cap sleeve on this fitted dress widens Demi's shoulders while the ruched skirt and princess line detailing add curves and give the appearance of a smaller waist. These two elements balance Demi's shape, achieving an hourglass silhouette.
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REESE WITHERSPOON: THE WRONG LOOK
Reese always looks great, and this gown is no exception. However the shade is a little too close to her skin tone. A bit more color would really make her glow!
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REESE WITHERSPOON: THE RIGHT LOOK
This simple sheath looks stunning on Reese's petite frame, and the color perfectly highlights her skin and hair. The fitted bodice and subtle, braided belt define her tiny waist without distracting from the dress' clean line, and her bright red shoes are the perfect playful touch.
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JENNIFER LOPEZ: THE WRONG LOOK
This dress is ill-fitting at the hips and the shiny fabric picks up light -- both factors that accentuate Jennifer's wider bottom half. The unstructured top does nothing to create a strong shoulder line, which would balance her silhouette.
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Kelly Ripa
The golden goddess of morning shows is a slave to her hair dryer. Her stylist Oscar Blandi tells StyleList, "Kelly blows her hair out every day." In order to prevent the damage that comes with such wear and tear, she uses
Blandi's Jasmine Oil Treatment ($26) weekly to strengthen her strands and add elasticity. A great drugstore alternative? Enriched with apricot and avocado oil, Garnier Fructis Strength & Repair Melting Masque restores luster to hair. Garnier Fructis Strength & Repair Melting Masque. $3.99, www.walgreens.com
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Katie Holmes
"Katie's stylish, elevated bob with a subtle flip works for women who are on the go and embrace a fairly low maintenance lifestyle," says Boston celeb stylist Mario Russo. But for her trademark satin finish, Katie relies on Kiehl's Crème With Silk Groom. $17.50-$29.50, www.kiehls.com
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Miley Cyrus
Stylist Jacqueline Bush coaxes Miley's thick hair into soft waves with the help of her Hot Tools Professional Spring Curling Iron 1181. Not only will you get gorgeous curls, the low price of this secret weapon is just as alluring. $23.95, www.folica.com
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Catherine Zeta-Jones
If you're bored with your hair, do what Catherine has done to her loose, flowing waves and add layers. Boston celeb stylist Mario Russo says, "This look works for any face shape, and draws attention to the eyes and cheeks." Bonus: Layers elevate your features, like an instant mini face-lift.
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Jessica Biel
After a switch from platinum blonde to a golden brown, how does Jessica retain the health and bounce for her hair? Negin Zand of John Frieda Salon LA, who has worked on Biel's famous mane, recommends adding detangler to your beauty routine if you want to change shades. "Use it right after the shower to prevent breakage since your hair will be weakened." To add a glassy finish, try John Frieda Sheer Blonde Spotlight Sleek & Shine Detangler. $5.99, www.walgreens.com
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Halle Berry
An endless parade of red carpet appearances puts lots of strain on this stunning star's hair. Halle relies on ECRU Sea Clean Shampoo to gently purify and smooth hair with silk and panthenol, and protect against drying UV damage all in one step. $18, www.ecrunewyork.com
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Jessica Simpson
The blonde bombshell has been known to change her hairstyle several times in a single day. To go from short and sleek to full and wavy in minutes without damaging hair, her stylist Ken Paves relies on his Hairdo extensions which let him avoid the damaging heat of dryers and curlers. Jessica's signature clip-in style? Hairdo 21" Human Hair Clip-In Extension. $399.95. The synthetic look-alike will only cost you $85. www.extensions.com
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Mariska Hargitay
"Short hair is definitely making a comeback," declares Mariska's stylist, New York salon owner Adrian De Berardinis. While De Berardinis swears by Kérastase's replenishing Chroma Riche ($34) line to keep Mariska's hair vibrant, he also advises, "Pantene makes the most comparable moisture-rich drugstore shampoos and conditioners." Pantene Pro-V shampoos and conditioners, $5.49 - $9.29, www.drugstore.com
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Katherine Heigl
How does this Grey's Anatomy star keep her tousled locks looking glamorous all night long? Her stylist Oscar Blandi tells us the secret is in applying a volumizer to the roots to give waves strong support and keeps hair from falling flat. Try Oscar Blandi Volumizing Spray. $18, www.sephora.com
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Vivica A. Fox
Sweeping updos are the perfect complement to Vivica's oval-shaped face. Addressing the unique moisture needs of ethnic tresses, stylist Johnny Wright applies Softsheen-Carson's Let's Jam Style Mega Hold Protein Gel to Vivica's towel-dried hair to create elegant sculpted looks. Wright adds, "It holds for hours and is enriched with Vitamin E to keep hair nourished and frizz-free." $4.29, www.walgreens.com
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You don't have to carry around a giant make up kit to get a variety of looks. This week Mezhgan shows you how to get three different looks with the four colors in her the sultry (me) palette. Light, easy, fast and you're good to go!
Look one: Quick Pick Me Up
Are you burning the candle at both ends? Get the bright-eyed look by following these four steps.
Model: Tonia Green
Photographer: zaazphotography
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
Products: me by (me)zhgan:
the sultry (me) palette
divine (me): aubergine with slight shimmer
mysterious (me) - matte black
irresistibly (me) - light beige shimmer
stylish (me) - matte brown
Before and After
Today's lovely model Tonia has the Quick Pick Me look on the right. See how awake and together that right side looks?
Model: Tonia Green
Photographer: zaazphotography
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
Products: me by (me)zhgan:
the sultry (me) palette
divine (me): aubergine with slight shimmer
mysterious (me) - matte black
irresistibly (me) - light beige shimmer
stylish (me) - matte brown
Look two: Work Casual/Daytime
To give this look a little more polish and definition, use the same palette and follow these four steps.
Model: Tonia Green
Photographer: zaazphotography
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
Products: me by (me)zhgan:
the sultry (me) palette
divine (me): aubergine with slight shimmer
mysterious (me) - matte black
irresistibly (me) - light beige shimmer
stylish (me) - matte brown
Before and After
Again we have the before and after on Tonia. On the right she still has the "Quick Pick Me Up" combination. On the left, she has a more defined look with the "Work/Casual Daytime" steps.
Model: Tonia Green
Photographer: zaazphotography
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
Products: me by (me)zhgan:
the sultry (me) palette
divine (me): aubergine with slight shimmer
mysterious (me) - matte black
irresistibly (me) - light beige shimmer
stylish (me) - matte brown
Before and After
Here's another view of the added color on the left for the "Work/Casual Daytime" look.
Model: Tonia Green
Photographer: zaazphotography
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
Products: me by (me)zhgan:
the sultry (me) palette
divine (me): aubergine with slight shimmer
mysterious (me) - matte black
irresistibly (me) - light beige shimmer
stylish (me) - matte brown
Look three: Smoky Glam
To get the glamorous smoky eye look that everyone wants for parties and nights out on the town, follow these four steps.
Model: Tonia Green
Photographer: zaazphotography
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
Products: me by (me)zhgan:
the sultry (me) palette
divine (me): aubergine with slight shimmer
mysterious (me) - matte black
irresistibly (me) - light beige shimmer
stylish (me) - matte brown
Before and After
Here you can see the dramatic look of the "Smoky Glam" on the left. On the right, Tonia has the more subtle "Work Casual/Daytime". See how easy it is to get three looks with a single four-color palette!
Model: Tonia Green
Photographer: zaazphotography
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
Products: me by (me)zhgan:
the sultry (me) palette
divine (me): aubergine with slight shimmer
mysterious (me) - matte black
irresistibly (me) - light beige shimmer
stylish (me) - matte brown
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People always get intimidated by the task of choosing colors, and ask Mezhgan for advice on what will work well on their skin tone. The good news is that anybody can wear any color, as long as it's balanced. You might not have picked that bright eye shadow for our lovely model India, but it looks great on her because the rest of her make up goes with it. The important thing is to make sure that the colors are in harmony with each other -- not working against each other!
Model: India De Beaufort
Photographer: zaazphotography.com
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
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So note to self: if you go with blue shadow, then skip the peach cheeks with red lips. As you can see, even on someone as beautiful as India, when there is too much going on it's distracting!
Model: India De Beaufort
Photographer: zaazphotography.com
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
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Here is India with a scrubbed face. You can see that she has naturally warm undertones -- and she will look great in warm or cool tones!
Model: India De Beaufort
Photographer: zaazphotography.com
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
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Here are some tips that can help narrow it down:
If you have a warm skin tone warm earthy tones, like the shades pictured here, are going to be more natural on your skin. If you wanted more of a pop you would use cooler colors on the color spectrum, which will contrast against the warmth of your skin and stand out a bit more.
Model: India De Beaufort
Photographer: zaazphotography.com
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
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Warm tones on India's naturally warm coloring give her a subtle, but still polished look.
Model: India De Beaufort
Photographer: zaazphotography.com
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
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You can see how cool tones work just as well on India, but pop in a different way. And it works the opposite way for people with cooler undertones (meaning more red in your skin) -- earthy tones are actually going to be more of a dramatic look on you because they will contrast against the coolness of your skin tone.
Model: India De Beaufort
Photographer: zaazphotography.com
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
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Last week in the Make {me} Gorgeous post about natural looking makeup, Mezhgan talked about applying foundation over a primer. This is definitely an advanced sounding technique, but actually easier than it may sound.Continue reading Make {me} Luminous - Foundation and Primer Perfection!
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Mezhgan's philosophy is that the goal of wearing makeup is to get compliments on how pretty you look, not how good your makeup looks. This week she has some tips to help you look stunning without looking like you're wearing a lot of makeup, like our beautiful model India De Beaufort.
Model: India De Beaufort
Photographer: zaazphotography
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
Products: me by (me)zhgan
Start With A Great Canvas
Most importantly you want to have a great canvas to start from. This is where your foundation comes in. Mezhgan recommends using a liquid foundation over a primer because it makes it go on smoother and last a bit longer.
Model: India De Beaufort
Photographer: zaazphotography
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
Products: me by (me)zhgan
Get the look with luminous (me) primer and foundation.
Apply Foundation for an Even Tone
You want to use your liquid foundation to even out your skin tone, not necessarily cover any flaws. This is where so many people go wrong!
Model: India De Beaufort
Photographer: zaazphotography
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
Products: me by (me)zhgan
Get the look with luminous (me) primer and foundation.
Concealer for Extra Coverage
Use a concealer to take care of anything that needs a little extra covering up, like blemishes or dark circles.
Model: India De Beaufort
Photographer: zaazphotography
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
Products: me by (me)zhgan
Get the look with flawless (me) concealer and perfecting powder.
Powder Sets the Canvas
Set your make up by gently brushing on translucent powder, which won't alter the color of your foundation. This method leaves you looking flawless and gives you coverage where you need it when you need it instead of all over.
Model: India De Beaufort
Photographer: zaazphotography
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
Products: me by (me)zhgan
Get the look with flawless (me) concealer and perfecting powder.
A Bit of Blush
Next dust a bit of a subtle blush color starting at the apples of your cheeks and sweeping through the hairline. Be careful not to go too far in on the face close to the nose. It will look unnatural. You can also mix a highlighter along the top of your cheek to give a subtle glow.
Model: India De Beaufort
Photographer: zaazphotography
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
Products: me by (me)zhgan
Get the look with cheeky (me) multi-color blush.
Brighten Your Eyes
Take a light shadow color and dust across the lid to brighten the eyes and open them up a little.
Model: India De Beaufort
Photographer: zaazphotography
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
Products: me by (me)zhgan
Get the look with naturally (me) eye shadow palette.
Subtly Define Your Eyes
Smudge a taupe or brown shadow/pencil in your natural lash line. This will define your eye but still not look like you are wearing liner.
Model: India De Beaufort
Photographer: zaazphotography
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
Products: me by (me)zhgan
Get the look with naturally (me) eye shadow palette.
Embrace the Eyelash Curler
Use an eyelash curler to curl your lashes. This instantly opens up your eyes!
Model: India De Beaufort
Photographer: zaazphotography
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
Products: me by (me)zhgan
Get the look with reveal (me) eyelash curler.
Enhance With Mascara
Follow up with a few coats of mascara to further define your eyes. Make sure to replace your mascara often to avoid clumping, not to mention bacteria!
Model: India De Beaufort
Photographer: zaazphotography
Makeup artist: Mezhgan
Products: me by (me)zhgan
Get the look with look at (me) volumizing mascara.
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If expectations are high for Barack Obama, they're no less soaring for his wife -- at least in a sartorial sense. After two decades of Bush and Clinton women -- for whom style was not a sixth sense -- the inarguably fashionable and seemingly fearless Michelle Obama has trend-watchers in a frenzy. Tall and taut, with the broad shoulders and self-confidence to carry off whatever she wants, Obama has spent the past 21 months being compared to Jacqueline Kennedy. And, so far, Obama has acquitted herself well, showing off recession-friendly dresses from White House/ Black Market and pricey styles from edgy designers like Isabel Toledo, who she wore (left) last spring to a fundraiser with fashion industry heavyweights. What will she favor for the White House? StyleList takes a look at her past -- and offers some predictions for the future. And for those who think clothes don't matter, remember the words of JFK as he introduced his wildly popular wife at a 1961 State Dinner at Charles de Gaulle's presidential palace. "I am the man," Kennedy said, "who accompanied Jacqueline Kennedy to Paris."
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She hasn't even gotten to the White House, but Michelle Obama has already done more than any fashion mag to make Thakoon a household name. The Thai-born designer's dresses were perfect for several major moments on the campaign trail, including (at left) the final night of the Democratic National Convention. At right, the rose-colored silk dress as it appeared on Thakoon's runway. Mrs. Obama seems to have made no changes to it -- except the addition of three her trademark pins to the neckline. (And for those who can't afford Thakoon's four-figure price tags, the designer debuts a more recession-friendly collection at Target in December.)
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No, we don't expect the new First Lady to parade her abs at the Easter egg roll. But with just a few strategically placed swaths of fabric, this delicate floral sheath by Thakoon could meet the needs of the most demanding East Wing schedule.
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Back in 1982, when Nancy Reagan wore rhinestone-trimmed knickers to a dinner at the American Embassy in Paris, she was ridiculed across two continents. So it's no surprise that Michelle Obama decided to keep her thighs safely away from the runway version of Moschino's flowered silk shorts (right). What's a First Lady-wannabe to do? Moschino took the same gray-and-purple fabric and used it to bare Mrs. O's knee's in a more Donna Reed way -- a soft shirtwaist that made her look both comfortable and camera-ready for the debut of the Obama-Biden ticket in Springfield, Ill. last summer. Surely, Nancy would have approved.
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This purple silk coat and carnival-striped dress from Moschino's spring collection strikes the perfect balance between the White House need to look sophisticated and Mrs. Obama's penchant to shake-it-up.
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If fashion tells a story, Michelle Obama's fiery red confetti-printed dress conveyed every bit of her Election Night euphoria. True, the Narciso Rodriguez sheath, modified from the runway version at right, earned as many barbs as raves -- "Maybe it looked really awesome up close?" one fashion wag asked. But you won't find a trace of disappointment on Obama's face, which glowed as brightly as her $10,275 Loree Rodkin diamond earrings.
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Narcisco Rodriguez's edgy black-and-white dress would be techy enough for the You Tube generation and graphic enough for those Dinosaur Age readers of print media.
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Tall and toned, Mrs. Obama isn't afraid to experiment. She plays with color (usually favoring brights) and shape (usually body-hugging) -- and, just when you think you've figured out her fashion maxims, she veers in another direction. The cantaloupe-colored Moschino dress that she wore to her husband's acceptance of the Harold Washington Award this fall was a softer color and silhouette than her typical fare.
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Hillary Clinton made front-page news in 1993, when she co-hosted the Governors' Dinner at the White House in Donna Karan's "cold-shoulder" dress, a dramatic long-sleeved black sheath with -- surpise! -- the shoulders cut out. We're not sure the world is ready for a First Lady in a cut-out torso, but with a bit of fabric in all the right places, Narciso Rodriguez's 'bondage" gown would be a fierce addition to Mrs. Obama's don't-mess-with-me repertoire.
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Peter Soronen's fashions are fun, flirty, and fit for a woman confident enough to show off her curves. Small wonder he's earned red-carpet time from the likes of Sarah Jessica Parker, Jennifer Hudson and Tina Fey. He's also added Michelle Obama to his roster. At left, her white delicately-patterned dress is adapted from Soronen's houndstooth check sheath.
Peter Soronen
Continue reading Anna Faris in Paris at the "Super Blonde" premiere - StyleFoul!
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Continue reading Me by {me}zhgan makes you pretty, plus you'll save the tatas!
Filed under: Clothing, Dresses, Steals and Deals, Daily Obsession
Sooooooo... The news is not so good for your future shopping sprees. Even Anna Wintour has been recycling her looks lately. So if you have to have one dress for the season, why not make it one that is not only super chic, but that you can literally wear over 30 ways? Strapless, butterfly sleeves, tie-neck, as a skirt...and one size fits sizes 2-14.
The Signature Wrap Dress to the rescue! Some celeb fans of the floaty and slinky fashion solution include Jordin Sparks, who wore it on American Idol, Patricia Clarkson, Naomi Watts, and Rosie Perez. Check out the website www.butterbynadia.com for the truly amazing variety. About $260.
Filed under: Style in the News, Celebrities with Style
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Curly or Straight?
While 30% of you think she's so beautiful that her hair doesn't even matter, 49% of you prefer her curls. Get the full story here.
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Offensive or artistic?
Just over 50% of StyleList readers said they weren't offended by this shirt, but didn't know if it was totally appropriate to wear in public. Unfortunately, that wasn't the opinion in Dubai. Get the full story here.
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Strapless dresses on 13-year-olds
StyleList readers think strapless dresses should be saved for older girls -- 41% of you think the look is too mature. Get the full story here.
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Is Megan the new Angelina?
Half of you think Megan needs to get her own identity and quit copying Angie, but more than a quarter said Jolie doesn't stand a chance against this Fox. Get the full story here.
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Did Calvin Klein respond to public's outcry?
The controversial "threesome" billboard in Soho has been replaced with this one, but 51% of you believe it was just to keep people talking about the brand, not because CK caved. Get the full story here.
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Calvin Klein's Racy Ad
Is it art or practically pornography? About 40% of StyleList readers found this billboard obscene. Get the full story.
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Palin's Pedi
Do you think Sarah Palin's funky pedicure was appropriate? If so, you're in good company -- 68% of you said it was fun and fabulous. Get the full story.
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Bright, Light, or Dark as Night?
How do you like your toenails painted? Over half of StyleList readers prefer their piggies with bright, perky polish. Get the full story.
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Nipple cream as lip balm?
StyleList readers are willing to try anything! 80% of you either love the idea or, at the very least, think it's worth a try. Get the full story.
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Skip the skinny jeans
Skinny jeans might be bad for you, but more than 50 percent of you never wore them anyway! Get the full story.
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