Thursday, July 2, 2009
the six minute face
..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!
relief from period pain?

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
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

insight's autumn range





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!
betsy without betsey?!

Johnson believes Eric Sartori, who previously designed for
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
read my lips

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

mouse call

sweet and lowe

Yes, 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…