"I've done full makeup in less than six minutes"
..said Bruce Grayson, when BellaSugar interviewed the head of the Emmys makeup department. While many among us are used to doing our makeup in under six minutes — sometimes in a car mirror with screaming children — we thought you might like to know how a pro accomplishes such a thing. After all, unless you've got the paparazzi in the car behind you, your rush job isn't getting splashed across weekly tabs like Bruce's.
Minute one: Cover any pimples or red spots with a concealer.
Minute two: Apply eyeliner. "I use a gel eyeliner," Grayson says. "I know I can just make one dash across the eye. Maybe use a Q-tip to blend if you have a second."
Minute three: Sweep on an eyeshadow. "Don’t get into shading the eye or getting in the crease," he advises.
Minute four: Rub in a gel or cream blush. "I prefer them because they don't sit on top of the skin, they blend in," he explains.
Minute five: "You get really fast about mascara," says Grayson. Just sweep one one coat and forget it.
Minute six: Lip balm. Dunzo!
Thursday, July 2, 2009
relief from period pain?
It sounds crazy, if not a little funny, but some health experts say that a newfangled pantyliner--actually an electronic device that attaches to your underwear--might help you beat the once-a-month cramps and other period-related aches and pains...
The Daily Mail recently reported that an estimated 75 percent of women suffer from period pain. One in five have such severe pain around the time of their period that it interferes with daily life.
Enter an unusual new product called Allay Relief Patch (not to be confused with the diet drug, Alli). Reports the Mail: "It is roughly the size of a saucer and consists of a metal loop covered in cloth. The loop is attached by wires to a small battery-operated control unit which contains a computerized microchip. Both the loop and the device are held in place by the elastic of the woman's underwear."
So what does it do? Turn it on, and the device starts sending tiny electromagnetic currents into your body--enough, say the manufacturers, to provide pain relief.
Hmmm. I'm a teensy bit skeptical, and so are several of the health professionals--including one gynecologist--who I polled briefly for this post. Until more research is done, it might be wiser to keep one of these gadgets out of your panties. But, I'll eat my words when I see some convincing research.
twilight reigns
1.Spud- Learning to Fly by John van de Ruit, R 123.00
As Spud Milton continues his diabolical stagger through adolescence, he learns one of life's most important lessons: when dealing with women and cretins, nothing is ever quite as it seems. 'I'm practically a man in most areas,' writes Spud confidently on his sixteenth birthday.
Here in the GLAMOUR offices, we've got a few 'Twi-hards', including 'Twilighter' Tam, our Beauty Editor, who very kindly let us know this morning that they will begin shooting the Eclipse movie very shortly after New Moon is released. Between Tam's excitement and the media hype, we are not so surprised that the entire Twilight Saga is on this list.
For inside info on the Twilight Saga, and the draft copy of Midnight Sun (Twilight written from Edward's perspective. Yes, please!) see Stephenie Meyer's website
For inside info on the Twilight Saga, and the draft copy of Midnight Sun (Twilight written from Edward's perspective. Yes, please!) see Stephenie Meyer's website
hermanna rush
South African fashion label, Hermanna Rush, opened their first flagship store - The Hermanna Rush Dress Lounge at the Parks Centre, in the celebrity hub of Parkwood in Johannesburg this week. Lovers of the label will also be treated to personal wardrobe advice from the designers themselves should they visit during the week. The store will also offer an exclusive custom couture service as well as a range of imported leather handbags, shoes and accesories from Argentina to compliment their 2010 Summer Collection.
HERMANNA RUSH DRESS LOUNGE
SHOP 6
THE PARKS CENTRE
CNR WELLS AND JAN SMUTS
PARKWOOD
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insight's autumn range
Another chapter in the Tights-Are-Not-Pants saga.
When we saw crazy pattern leggings on the Autumn '09 runways, we got very excited - finally, labels Anna Sui, Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, and Phillip Lim understood that sometimes, a cool tight and a big t-shirt is all you need. Times Online's Lisa Armstrong sums up so well in her article, 'Why we all love leggings', the strange longevity of this trend. They should have died a year ago, but leggings, priced from R190 at YDE to R150 000 for a pair of Balenciaga leggings, continue to take the public by storm.
What's even more exciting is that street brands share the vision.
We've just got a copy of Insight's Autumn '09 look book, and the crush-worthy Australian brand follows the runways with some killer legwear of their own - tie dye, denim, even studded.
Circle your favorites now, then save up for August, when the clothes hit stores around the world.
Kanye West x Louis Vuitton
Us Weekly reports that Kanye West is interning at the Gap's New York offices: "He works all the time, and one Friday night recently, he stayed until 12 am. He's learning the fashion business from the inside and trying to do it quietly." A secret internship!
We can't expect him to personally hype a gig at the Gap as much as, say, his Louis Vuitton sneaker line. In December, rumor had it Kanye was offering his intern services for free at Louis and Raf Simons. And now he's at Gap. Hmm.
Look out for Kanye in GLAMOUR soon!
betsy without betsey?!
Can Betsey Johnson exist without Betsey?!
Betsey Johnson takes the train to the Hamptons, but the commute is getting to her. “I’m swearing after last weekend that I will never leave on Friday again,” the designer said at the launch party for By Invitation Only, a novel set in the Hamptons. “I should be retired. I’m basically screwing up because I’m not retired. I’d like to go in four days a month, something like that,” Johnson told us. She wants to travel, and says she and her partner, Chantal Bacon, have been working on a succession plan for a year. “My partner and I, we both want to know what would it be like to get up in the morning and go, ‘What do I do today?’” Johnson said.
Johnson believes Eric Sartori, who previously designed for
Johnson says she’s never been able to let go, and she and her partner never feel anything is right “unless we do it or tweak it or correct it. ... And we’ve got to learn to get over that, because we want to wake up and have nothing to do,” she says. “And it is very, very hard to find your clone. It makes you figure out what you are and why, and is that working, and is that what you stand for, and is that what the business goes forward with? It’s really difficult, and I highly suggest thinking about it in your forties instead of your sixties.”
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
read my lips
Dior is in the mood...for mood gloss.Trends usually filter down, from high to low.Those harem pants YSL sent down the runway last year? They’re just arriving at your local Mr Price.
But this spring, Dior Beauty is taking inspiration from the very makeup we wore when were kids. Dior Addict Lip Glow is a balm that changes color according to your lip chemistry. Not only does the pink-beige color turn a different shade depending on the person, but it also varies depending on your mood. Feeling passionate? It just might turn red. Feeling low-key? Try a soft pink. And because burnt lips never look good, the balm has SPF protection, too.While Dior certainly isn’t the first beauty brand to get moody—Too Faced has its Smurf gloss and Smashbox has its O-Plump—it just might be the most luxe. That it’s also helped launch some of the biggest makeup trends (black polish, anyone?) could be a sign that when it comes to lip gloss, the future is all about getting moody.
dear diary
Is this journal a) easy to use, b) fun to use, or c) all of the above?
There are two types of people in the world: Those who can fill the blank pages of a diary in about a month, and those who get overwhelmed just thinking about it.We’ve never snuck a peek at artist Philipp Keel’s journal, but we imagine he falls into the latter category—mostly because his latest creation, Simple Diary, makes chronicling your life a whole lot easier.
Simple Diary lives up to its name, turning daily entries into an art experiment. Every page features a series of questions, some reflective, others just ridiculous. You can fill in the blank to, “Who is brilliant and does not have a clue?”, answer “yes” or “no” to the question, “Do you like popcorn?”, or make a graph of your life. And unlike personal diaries, which are usually hidden away under mattresses or in bedside tables, you won’t mind leaving Simple Diary on your coffee table; the book is released by Taschen, purveyor of fine art books and fancy hardcovers. But instead of charging upwards of R800, this tome goes for just R120. (excluding shipping).Which just might leave you with enough money to do something diary-worthy...
mouse call
The doctor will see you now - online.
There are a million excuses for not going to the dermatologist. You’re too tired, you’re too busy, you’re too overwhelmed.It’s particularly true when it comes to seeing someone like Dr. Zein Obagi, a beloved Beverly Hills derm whose office examinations cost about the same as our monthly rent. You’d see him if you could, but geography, money, work, and life keep getting in the way.
But now, Dr. Obagi is making it even easier to get your skincare questions answered. He recently launched a virtual office, where you can log-on, get a long-distance examination, and get his tips, all through the internet.Think of it as a house call for the 21st century. And while it might sound a bit sketchy, it’s anything but; there is a detailed questionnaire to answer, and “patients” can even submit a photo, so that Dr. Obagi gets a clear idea of just what your skin problems are. While he can’t write a prescription for you or give you a quick facial, you’ll get a detailed explanation of what you can do.
And the only thing better than getting rid of the doctor’s waiting room? Getting rid of it for free; through August, Dr. Obagi’s online consultations are completely free. Which means that you officially have no excuse not to get your skin checked out. If only our dentist could do the same thing…
sweet and lowe
daisy's mom rocks the boudoirYes, I will go check out the new lingerie website from Yes, Master. Why? Because the new site features very cool underwear sets with even cooler names that make us feel both naughty and glamorous. Oh, and because the Master said so.
The new collection is aptly titled ‘Silver Screen and Rock N’ Roll Dreams’ and features a collaboration with a true English rock chick, Pearl Lowe (mother of Daisy and former wardrobe mistress of Bush, etc). Her design not only features a black and pink lace bra + brief but also a matching kimono for when the rock chick within prefers to stay hidden. Other named sets such as Men’s Ruin and Barbie Wire hit the nail on the head, with pink chiffon and leather straps adorning the latter. And if you can’t decide what mood you’re in, all the pieces are sold separately. So go ahead and mix the satin skull bra with the red Fez thong because we won’t tell…
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