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A modern take on 1950s glamour

January 30th, 2012

“There were strong references to the 1950s in the S/S 12 shows, both in the fashion and the faces. While the look below gives a nod to the decade, it’s more of a modern interpretation than a literal one. This ’50s makeup look is fashion forward, feminine and gorgeously glam. The dewy complexion is one of its main features. I drew inspiration from shows like Nina Ricci, Rochas, Stella McCartney, Valentino, Chloe, Jil Sander, Versace, Dolce & Gabbana, Prada and Versus, where dreamy, lunar-skinned ladies sashayed down the runway. Bouffant-style hairdos are also big this season (as seen on the catwalk at Fendi and Jil Sander). That’s definitely a cue to dust off your volumizing products and bust out a bit of backcombing action!” LMM, 2012.

50s makeup 682x1024 A modern take on 1950s glamour

LMM says: Wear this new-season trend on a Valentine’s Day date with your darling. It’s guaranteed to make his heart go thumpety-thump!

For step-by-step instructions on how to recreate this look, watch the video tutorial below.

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Girlie glam!

January 23rd, 2012

Everywhere I go at the moment I get asked, “What are the colors for spring 2012?”

The look below is one of my springtime favorites.

“She’s modern, polished and ladylike. Her skin is aglow with a harmony of highlights, and the warmth in her cheeks whispers youthfulness. A thin strip of black eyeliner pins the shimmery shadow in place, and a shot of sorbet pink lipstick completes the look perfectly.” LMM, 2012.

Want to recreate it? Step-by-step video tutorial coming soon!

Before Girlie glam!

Valentines Day Girlie glam!

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To curl or not to curl. That is the question.

January 16th, 2012

Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler To curl or not to curl. That is the question.

Dear LMM,

What is the best way to curl eyelashes? Should I use an eyelash curler or a curling mascara? And, what are the benefits?

Thank you, Hannah.

Dear Hannah,

An eyelash curler is the best way to curl your eyelashes. Then, to set the curl in place, follow up with a coat or two of mascara. An eyelash curler lifts the lashes, making them look longer, prettier and curvier, and this in turn makes the eyes appear bigger and more wide awake.

I use my Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler on almost every makeup job I do, with very few exceptions. I don’t use it if the model has naturally curly lashes (on the odd occasion I meet someone who has been blessed by the Curvy Lash God), or if girly lashes don’t work with the job brief. For instance, in a lot of last season’s looks, lashes weren’t high on the agenda because androgyny was a key trend. To help give the models’ faces a more masculine feel, the lashes were left uncurled and in some cases mascara free.

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Best chapstick: Dior does it again!

January 8th, 2012

Dior Addict Lip Glow Color Reviver Balm Best chapstick: Dior does it again!

The world’s best chapstick is . . . drumroll, please . . . Dior Addict Lip Glow!

If you’re wanting the “your lips, just better” effect, you can count on Dior Addict Lip Glow.

This dreamy-fragranced, creamy-textured balm glides on effortlessly, delivering softening, smoothing and hydrating benefits to the lips, and at the same time deposits a subtle hint of luminous color.

It leaves the mouth plumped-up and shiny, and, like magic, looks different on everyone. How, you ask? Well, even though the balm goes on clear, due to its customizable color technology it works with an individual’s own unique chemistry to create a perfectly personalized shade. How’s that!

Simply apply one coat to naturally enhance your lip color, or layer it for a more obvious pop of pink. It’s gorgeous, both on its own or under lipstick.

The formulation contains SPF 10, and the pretty package is so portable that the product can be slicked on easily without a mirror.

Go on, treat yourself! Every girl deserves a little stick of luxury.

Buy Dior Addict Lip Glow online at: Sephora.com and Selfridges.com, or visit your nearest Dior counter.

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Links à la Mode: Holiday Chic

January 1st, 2012

Edited by Taylor Davies.

I’ve gone into total vacation mode, away from New York City, away from the office and deep into the mountains of Idaho. As far away as I am physically, I can’t escape our blogging community! (Not that I would want to, mind you.) I’m constantly reading, checking in, and scanning Twitter to make sure I don’t miss anything good. I’m so impressed with all of our community members who are balancing their family holiday time with keeping their blogs up to date. Here’s a sampling of the festive, fun and creative posts from this week.