tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-75462591205474938092024-03-21T00:11:10.525-05:00asian beauty and styleemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comBlogger54125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-43301597152985725102007-10-16T05:39:00.000-05:002007-10-16T19:32:00.566-05:00up and running with the crisp fall air x totalbeauty.com & me<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBhniHXw2eMOKCfNqt6SWzOrAhvMTZIDb6Zo7daOMDCXalu1WzpG8kqhTrNIyDIta67h_T2zYE3tn7UKTJbQNs7Q9c3dV2zP_j7SE7g7BBgvIxXabciGVKC60Xoeqvu9GdhIpjK4WoExRT/s1600-h/mead+notebooks.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBhniHXw2eMOKCfNqt6SWzOrAhvMTZIDb6Zo7daOMDCXalu1WzpG8kqhTrNIyDIta67h_T2zYE3tn7UKTJbQNs7Q9c3dV2zP_j7SE7g7BBgvIxXabciGVKC60Xoeqvu9GdhIpjK4WoExRT/s200/mead+notebooks.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5121895253159734402" /></a>As summer temps migrated south with elongating interruptions of chilled dewy air and drugstore isles stocked with fresh notepads in arcane primary colors, I began to get the first inkling of an urge to start writing once again. <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNdCAXAKwXpqMwJTPBst-WdJbfh7nJP-1DHkD_jhc33gwJ6FoBFTs3dsN_q9mBnyjhCMvUlluTTCMuLlypyLwy97Y2NU21-FbVB8gYNVAouqNI69p94mLeOCHnpx4zGQ1PmflLaR-yBZcR/s1600-h/00510m.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNdCAXAKwXpqMwJTPBst-WdJbfh7nJP-1DHkD_jhc33gwJ6FoBFTs3dsN_q9mBnyjhCMvUlluTTCMuLlypyLwy97Y2NU21-FbVB8gYNVAouqNI69p94mLeOCHnpx4zGQ1PmflLaR-yBZcR/s200/00510m.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5121895592462150818" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheQxzOEFGC618tANZOXkUqZNDZkcPGju7l1c66hFWBN2kXdnJhvVNP8yvyRvsuLTmUu0RsT2-Dt9hxvct583SjWklSnG4KLvkqm9FZFXCvuuCacIiC3ZlYXltTVFzkCtU5skkSG7dxrcN9/s1600-h/00290m.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheQxzOEFGC618tANZOXkUqZNDZkcPGju7l1c66hFWBN2kXdnJhvVNP8yvyRvsuLTmUu0RsT2-Dt9hxvct583SjWklSnG4KLvkqm9FZFXCvuuCacIiC3ZlYXltTVFzkCtU5skkSG7dxrcN9/s200/00290m.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5121895403483589778" /></a>That was a month ago when I thought -- MEAD notebooks uncannily resembled the saturated crayola brights that accented the grey knit sweaters, tights and matte, pale skin at AW '07 Dior, Lagerfeld, Marc Jacobs and McQueen. Is high fashion allowed to be so easily replicated by a kindergarten schoolboy holding a $1.99 notepad against the back of NY's grey skies!? <br /><br />He can, but I absolutely will not, unless I was to wear this season's hot item, the Balenciaga napoleon style primly lined jacket with some stacked heel boots...<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Explanation:</span> As an ex-nerd and an avid note taker, not the cool MAC-clicking type but rather the pencil-type...and you guessed it - the neat, Asian, two lines per row, A-type - how dare I pick up a pencil again and regenerate those unsightly callouses on the insides of my index and middle fingers? <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQFH_nJF8cj-lWEa2xGS8N5631ym0LmeCTUf0U7VcBZonqEzpsLewoFgn2LoiIgD0dCn9ctRhnavr7vUXK1Lv_DTIIJovC_4GHFKBr-QYk_eM0RAltO01207QXK-zFNvKx1XOW2l-wJUUi/s1600-h/orly_hot_stuff_display.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQFH_nJF8cj-lWEa2xGS8N5631ym0LmeCTUf0U7VcBZonqEzpsLewoFgn2LoiIgD0dCn9ctRhnavr7vUXK1Lv_DTIIJovC_4GHFKBr-QYk_eM0RAltO01207QXK-zFNvKx1XOW2l-wJUUi/s320/orly_hot_stuff_display.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5121897168715148466" /></a><br /><br />So solution -- instead of a bright notebook that'll get crinkled anyway, try accenting nails with the hot, bold, colors from <a href="http://www.orlybeauty.com">ORLY</a>. The <span style="font-weight:bold;">HOT STUFF</span> collection out this fall features 24 bright, electrifying lacquers to spice up fingertips when shocking blue notebooks aren't quite edgy enough. A dash of color to pretty up nails adds the right touch of wit and kilowatt energy without those bumps that scream, I write novels, not blogs...wait, which is better?<br /><br />xoxemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-37658104027455308952007-08-20T22:58:00.000-05:002007-08-21T00:00:13.923-05:00...and this month you will find that you will believe anything...<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCBQD9Fkrk88oRJngS192BvW7jEOGPl9y9lantlti2t0yCUvcAEz5u23e3gSwDltRaa0_UGwbscYrfoAdwY7I5saQZ6IQq5Jlhz4ev7j_kj7t81BkcOqcpazTE2T_3F3nJZhbH6h8Ij1h7/s1600-h/74075475.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCBQD9Fkrk88oRJngS192BvW7jEOGPl9y9lantlti2t0yCUvcAEz5u23e3gSwDltRaa0_UGwbscYrfoAdwY7I5saQZ6IQq5Jlhz4ev7j_kj7t81BkcOqcpazTE2T_3F3nJZhbH6h8Ij1h7/s200/74075475.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5101004870031849490" /></a><br />Because we sometimes need to let go of factual improbabilities and mundane logic and just believe in the lyrical promises whispered into our ear. <br /><br />Let these whimsical keepsakes twinkle away daily worries and charm you into trusting destiny for a little moment:<br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIWA6FOuIrKtzcdnSEED-T6uEyrqwqOZ3Gdefw4Glw7G-UxCl-pmKKmnu1mEf9WroVz0Qwtp0xtq17c0k13B2732ngmJPoRdolKrncMwx4cGwmhKx4RFx0m11MeHKY9eUFPPwfGInykZrO/s1600-h/destiny+cube.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIWA6FOuIrKtzcdnSEED-T6uEyrqwqOZ3Gdefw4Glw7G-UxCl-pmKKmnu1mEf9WroVz0Qwtp0xtq17c0k13B2732ngmJPoRdolKrncMwx4cGwmhKx4RFx0m11MeHKY9eUFPPwfGInykZrO/s320/destiny+cube.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5101004998880868386" /></a><br /><br />Lancome Artistic Director Gucci Westman's magical work of genius, the <a href="http://www.lancome-usa.com/makeup/gloss/destiny-cube.htm">Destiny Cube</a> is inspired by an 18th century Chinese secret box and holds eye shadows, lipstick and gloss in hidden compartments. Mystical symbols and words help you choose your mood as it rolls across your makeup stand each morning.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUKvcSHnDoGF7MgT3zyP1jkgB6wuzpmyBz5ACF13VglqGZBpmRfDvun10yMpy70ShOs5_H-c1ISZr1scQahCmn9wgNZqBwmirtRsj4iQpH87t9v_8EGxMUwfZJ9STTBOMvWb3RmYPo9SAM/s1600-h/babkul.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUKvcSHnDoGF7MgT3zyP1jkgB6wuzpmyBz5ACF13VglqGZBpmRfDvun10yMpy70ShOs5_H-c1ISZr1scQahCmn9wgNZqBwmirtRsj4iQpH87t9v_8EGxMUwfZJ9STTBOMvWb3RmYPo9SAM/s320/babkul.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5101007468487063602" /></a><br /><br />The on-the-cusp jewelry collection from <a href="http://www.babakul.com">Babakul</a> is derived from the French word "bah-bah-kul" meaning "hippie." The over-sized faceted amethyst and quartz rings are inset in an organic hammered metal frame with stars, moons and flower engravings. The peace sign grill on the underside allows light to shine through the stone, giving you their unique healing powers as it shimmers in the sunlight. <br /><br />...so what would you allow yourself to believe in today? tomorrow? for eternity? <br /><br />xoxemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-49684602758604420612007-08-19T00:54:00.000-05:002007-08-19T13:10:30.163-05:00Concise yet poetic visions of the world - please excuse my late night musings...<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXpnONe0938PQhA8pU_Lp6Qf910Hx4JkTpFnx_u5zdwYxfYPKGSJcnsR3sv0eOH_kgih3CAaPYzvehwkPmuPoLrqLqGqVL4TaK-xRSj1B5eUaRZ4I2zutJ-9IpfVRp4UNjVpVJHefEo6Wb/s1600-h/73807775.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXpnONe0938PQhA8pU_Lp6Qf910Hx4JkTpFnx_u5zdwYxfYPKGSJcnsR3sv0eOH_kgih3CAaPYzvehwkPmuPoLrqLqGqVL4TaK-xRSj1B5eUaRZ4I2zutJ-9IpfVRp4UNjVpVJHefEo6Wb/s320/73807775.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5100294271987693538" /></a><br />Slightly off topic but still too much a beauty to not address -- phrases and descriptions that capture the essence of a feeling so well that in its rarity and simplicity, shines and slices through the verbal romantic's mind. <br /><br />One such encounter at the MET about Walker Evans' use of the Polaroid SX-70 camera:<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhgiZBrJQ4IpUyWVF9v9KS9CurtGFYbyfxsCzjfFnpRA6-qHHWJOULP0BI4noR-pHEu4vQl8gRdEecGuPiwTBo161UgMoND1SyIw09XBM6EOWPhbIpv6Zie5ROAUeIHk3wWrFqYq7L39O-/s1600-h/artwork_images_622_37324_walker-evans.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhgiZBrJQ4IpUyWVF9v9KS9CurtGFYbyfxsCzjfFnpRA6-qHHWJOULP0BI4noR-pHEu4vQl8gRdEecGuPiwTBo161UgMoND1SyIw09XBM6EOWPhbIpv6Zie5ROAUeIHk3wWrFqYq7L39O-/s200/artwork_images_622_37324_walker-evans.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5100294422311548914" /></a>"it's instant prints were for the infirm seventy-year-old photographer what scissors and cut paper were for the aging Matisse"<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqiK0ZqobNzQVIq_pN02bb366Rb3OkA0Uh0D2EHicp3XgEIUKvhQ39c6gPIZhWqaLLskIdEtSfNpzK0m5f0j4lr7ZWPLXE7efyGj2jSC46h3Scc2t9H6j9ua7lKHwEbhqvxeoDf9pZIMKI/s1600-h/images.jpeg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqiK0ZqobNzQVIq_pN02bb366Rb3OkA0Uh0D2EHicp3XgEIUKvhQ39c6gPIZhWqaLLskIdEtSfNpzK0m5f0j4lr7ZWPLXE7efyGj2jSC46h3Scc2t9H6j9ua7lKHwEbhqvxeoDf9pZIMKI/s200/images.jpeg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5100294654239782914" /></a> <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />What will be my palliative tool when thin eyeliner brushes and finely bristled mascara wands no longer become an option? <br /><br />xoxemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-83289738480614839612007-08-18T16:25:00.000-05:002007-08-18T21:55:34.156-05:00Miu Miu eye me x<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL2gbhjtuZvvBJUJcu-klcwusvtpmhmw0a7Ae8_XqWQguAuU_5q8W-HchYHQAN_Ufcd-nRLFylKQamOdXhRmUgCoRnShKygMNNftLdHDFf9UIV2eSgEvPCop-zLKPMMfwQruvctJwJ5TxC/s1600-h/872007154848.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL2gbhjtuZvvBJUJcu-klcwusvtpmhmw0a7Ae8_XqWQguAuU_5q8W-HchYHQAN_Ufcd-nRLFylKQamOdXhRmUgCoRnShKygMNNftLdHDFf9UIV2eSgEvPCop-zLKPMMfwQruvctJwJ5TxC/s320/872007154848.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5100239322176108482" /></a><br />Refined, bold, edgy, kitty-cat flirty – liquid liners reign supreme this fall, uniquely offsetting matte, nude skin and champagne tinged lips. <br /><br />From Amy Winehouse thick to “is-that-a-long-eyelash?” thin, this was one fall runway trend I was intent on playing into my daily makeup routine. <br /><br />Night – liquid line dramatically flipped up, up and away at the corners of eyes and smudged with smoky shadows with nude lipstick, defined brows<br /><br />Day – slightly uplifted thin flick of liner for the day with earthy brown palettes to subtly enhance the eye area, pink lip gloss, lengthening mascara<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEismi4uYlKdOoWjLkJ_4baqUPx8CO36GJTE55OsUBk28mzTVPP12sHtVEW8EeZIYSl-SCsMNIho1EtGZ3pfmxOu9a7e9R929AV-DCe2cAcmadCaLNfUwwIAhd_SXhK-I7PuD92NOGOg1jz_/s1600-h/814200711757.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEismi4uYlKdOoWjLkJ_4baqUPx8CO36GJTE55OsUBk28mzTVPP12sHtVEW8EeZIYSl-SCsMNIho1EtGZ3pfmxOu9a7e9R929AV-DCe2cAcmadCaLNfUwwIAhd_SXhK-I7PuD92NOGOg1jz_/s200/814200711757.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5100237380850890658" /></a>Got the formula down squat by beginning of August but until then, Q-tips were an absolute necessity – the litter box quickly filled with liner-dabbed white sticks from my countless attempts to keep my liner from looking too geisha-like or overwhelming my Asian eyes which tend to be smaller than Gemma, Amy W, advertisement models and not to mention yes, the general public.<br /><br />Because it’s mid-August now – tata, the formula to make the Fall ’07 eyeliner look work for your eye shape: <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />Thin → thick → thin → dip and flick up</span><br /><br />Explanation to above:<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK75QRuFZR3GC-oVyyyPmd5dRuk1qsqMkOjzes9hwCiOoGMEKo0OFQp2neg8xTt4p_5-y4KcH2YEVBtUFbj10_PVEgZr5NnsIysrqpHWvzgIat4-w-_xupCBtIXln5NPE5UWiH9foL7LKg/s1600-h/2141042.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK75QRuFZR3GC-oVyyyPmd5dRuk1qsqMkOjzes9hwCiOoGMEKo0OFQp2neg8xTt4p_5-y4KcH2YEVBtUFbj10_PVEgZr5NnsIysrqpHWvzgIat4-w-_xupCBtIXln5NPE5UWiH9foL7LKg/s200/2141042.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5100233219027580802" /></a>1. Start with a thin brush tip or extremely thin felt tip black liquid liner as <a href="http://www.ulta.com/control/product?FT22=2141042&product_id=VP12230&add_product_id=2141039&add_category_id=&variant_id=2141042&add_amount=&quantity=1">Rimmel Underground Get in Line</a> or <a href="http://www.wnwbeauty.com/cosmetics/eyes/eyelinerandbrow/megaliner-liquid-eyeliner.cfm?">Wet ‘n Wild Liquid Eyeliner</a> in black<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Note</span>: With liquid eyeliners, the cheap work just as well as the hefty<br /><br />2. Lightly wipe off excess formula off the brush on the edge of the container opening or a piece of paper <br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Note</span>: Tissue tends to take too much off when it comes to liquid liner so refrain<br /><br />3. Hold brush so that the tip is almost horizontal to the eye so that the pen is not pointing straight at your eye vertically<br /><br />4. Start with the inside corner of the eye on the upper lid and with a slow and steady hand, draw a <span style="font-weight:bold;">thin</span> line until you get to the area right above the edge of your pupil<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Note</span>: Don’t use liquid liners on the bottom lid – use kohl liner instead for a less harsh line – unless you’re a makeup artist putting it on another person’s face!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9EruoyiQefaS-brwsYd2awEjll6izWlBXzzrLXZOUx3VuLLeua55GBkRUqXAK2f0OwJc3NfRxszUcRS4s0NZ9Jo_dHXJ6oMTGFZmYD7AzUUAgNB3XsUtAWyIItrb54-QRBLtVxx2h7KBJ/s1600-h/00120m.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9EruoyiQefaS-brwsYd2awEjll6izWlBXzzrLXZOUx3VuLLeua55GBkRUqXAK2f0OwJc3NfRxszUcRS4s0NZ9Jo_dHXJ6oMTGFZmYD7AzUUAgNB3XsUtAWyIItrb54-QRBLtVxx2h7KBJ/s200/00120m.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5100239807507412946" /></a>5. Press the brush slightly stronger so that the brush flattens out and draws a thicker line. Make the line a little <span style="font-weight:bold;">thicker</span> for the area above the pupil – this makes the pupil look rounder, bigger which in turn, gives a wide and bright-eyed open look<br /><br />6. As soon as you pass the area above the pupil, lighten the pressure to continue with a <span style="font-weight:bold;">thin</span> line until the outer edges of the eye <br /><br />7. Then, <span style="font-weight:bold;">dip</span> the line at the outer corner edge ever so slightly to “conclude” framing the eye the <span style="font-weight:bold;">flick up</span>, up and away from the eye in the direction of the temples <br /><br />8. The flick can be a flirty, curved, short line that looks almost like a longer eye lash at the edge of the eye (daytime, wearable look) or it can be a longer, somewhat straighter, bolder line that set the eye trend for this season (night kitten look)<br /><br />And lastly – mascara, strong brows and darker smokey shadows are a yes for this look but skip the other fall trend – glamourous red lipsticks – for this look…unless you’re going to be a geisha for Halloween and by that time, the flicked eye look might be too old anyway!? <br /><br />xxxemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-25641303710850984412007-08-12T13:56:00.000-05:002007-08-12T15:02:27.288-05:00Glossy, useful, tempting to try - the cookbook for Asian beauty<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL_YZSx4TiumpNnS4nYsuxS0L1hEshbQEhad5_GO-bwWVyLmn-nJUUbB50SRsRDmDI0L1pG2wepVg_G4VhjjnjBkRcdJlIzPFEKN0pOimib-_s6GlDiOSlKiC1CwCy8otVzBrCIIXZDpvO/s1600-h/13506736.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL_YZSx4TiumpNnS4nYsuxS0L1hEshbQEhad5_GO-bwWVyLmn-nJUUbB50SRsRDmDI0L1pG2wepVg_G4VhjjnjBkRcdJlIzPFEKN0pOimib-_s6GlDiOSlKiC1CwCy8otVzBrCIIXZDpvO/s200/13506736.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5097898783238415650" /></a><br />Makeup is like cooking, directions like recipes - toss together all the right ingredients as basic as tomatoes & basil, or pricey and seasonal as fresh truffles, add a dash of pepper there, a sprinkling of cheese here, all for a spicy, sweet, or decadent result. <br /><br />Gathering all the ingredients could be a bother, and the cooking less tempting when the recipes are on bland white paper, alas the genius of Nigella Lawson & Martha Stewart. With beautiful, enticing, homely pictures and easy 1,2,3 steps and ingredients for how to achieve the look, the feel, the lifestyle...<br /><br />Now, the makeup "cookbook" for the Asian face is finally here! <br /><br />Complete with mimic-able-looking images, straightforward directions and accessible ingredients to create everything from daily looks to costume makeup, <span style="font-weight:bold;">Asian Faces</span> by makeup artist Taylor Chang-Babaian is the new powder room goddess. <br /><br />Three of my favorite looks from the book below! On a side note, I am not copying out her directions here but you can learn how to achieve these looks and many more, if you get, and every woman should have, the book <a href="http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?z=y&EAN=9780399533143&itm=1">here</a>.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Look 1: Pretty in Pinks </span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBUKvy0hVc1wGm3MaqrDMvmF5-GojoGemn8Y06GSK5-neeWmV3dCRw7nwcMs_IXiq0Kz1D_9_i1vlVnJh3aGCoPIeu6xRHxc_o6F_zozLegoq0-ZJCEvctTFiSIPbL-nsJifpOhJm5WQQh/s1600-h/DSC01244.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBUKvy0hVc1wGm3MaqrDMvmF5-GojoGemn8Y06GSK5-neeWmV3dCRw7nwcMs_IXiq0Kz1D_9_i1vlVnJh3aGCoPIeu6xRHxc_o6F_zozLegoq0-ZJCEvctTFiSIPbL-nsJifpOhJm5WQQh/s200/DSC01244.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5097899431778477362" /></a> Using pinks, shimmery cremes and salmon tones on eyelids, cheeks and lips, Taylor creates a defined, yet romantic, look.<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />Look 2: Smoldering </span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjI7rz9sfGQS0xjeYkP187Cmx1P1QrUs_AJiDSNHo_t6c-Pyq3q6rRDr8kYmgFZH9q-2FsF_rQ2ACpxN1jK529KxQ4LjagLNtEX2_7-hm7T_2CQx7RNYnpuXFp7YS3OfY6p8e3fEEWFHk8/s1600-h/smoldering+2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjI7rz9sfGQS0xjeYkP187Cmx1P1QrUs_AJiDSNHo_t6c-Pyq3q6rRDr8kYmgFZH9q-2FsF_rQ2ACpxN1jK529KxQ4LjagLNtEX2_7-hm7T_2CQx7RNYnpuXFp7YS3OfY6p8e3fEEWFHk8/s200/smoldering+2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5097903962968974690" /></a> Perfect for evening soirees or if you're just the smoldering type & love to show it. This is my personal favorite NYC night look.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Look 3: Ganguro</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikgMSb2e5pLZcPyXCQ9A0ySKeDq4BizSA23AwwPvZ47-7GwVCMNLkh-q9hPcLuHkEzz7bOE83vbK-3eKH2U20mmm0IODArQvvaD6ZryNAcACTKLGqXMbXIQUzJrO8E0uOpT-iQNZkMI_C7/s1600-h/DSC01242.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikgMSb2e5pLZcPyXCQ9A0ySKeDq4BizSA23AwwPvZ47-7GwVCMNLkh-q9hPcLuHkEzz7bOE83vbK-3eKH2U20mmm0IODArQvvaD6ZryNAcACTKLGqXMbXIQUzJrO8E0uOpT-iQNZkMI_C7/s200/DSC01242.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5097904272206620018" /></a> A how-to for the toned down version of the over the top Ganguro fashion trend from Tokyo (created by high school girls) - bleached hair, dark tanned skin, pale lips, white accents - the ultimate bold statement for a girl who loves contrasts and standing out.<br /><br />xoxemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-14484097425867686442007-08-07T19:03:00.000-05:002007-08-07T21:02:15.520-05:00A little rebel are you...!?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6nxJMPy-EVlLMdFEdhqOP5O9L3Q55xBiIaWcieh8iJlHQ3aoro27GfBdv_4f6GySCl3ZERZIg5Y6QRVpABNIVVM_BdTbPoIHUaJ-lCfvYInrnlWAk6TWGSXXb5BPIlz0-goznBUx2uIFv/s1600-h/00080m.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6nxJMPy-EVlLMdFEdhqOP5O9L3Q55xBiIaWcieh8iJlHQ3aoro27GfBdv_4f6GySCl3ZERZIg5Y6QRVpABNIVVM_BdTbPoIHUaJ-lCfvYInrnlWAk6TWGSXXb5BPIlz0-goznBUx2uIFv/s320/00080m.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5096114074003072258" /></a>Antithesis to the velvet-drapery straight long locks with heavy bangs or the film noir waves that framed the pale face in dramatic allure, defy gravity and the dominating trend by whisking your hair to new heights a la Bill Blass a/w '07 runway style:<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />To up, up and away: </span><br /><br />1. Work in a voluminizing gel into semi-damp hair, only applying to the roots <br /><br />2. Comb the front section of hair all to one side, across the forehead<br /><br />TIP: use a blast of cold air towards the direction that you want the bangs to go in if you need extra help setting hair to one side<br /><br />3. Gather up hair in a high ponytail at the crown of your head<br /><br />TIP: easier done by bending over and flipping hair over the head and brushing down into pony tail at the top of the head<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNYgsoiDjokSK_2CPs8k4UmZetLKemqm32HFiLBJGEgPtFxreV5OaYfaPJeaQTNp3YMewP3QPXkUEHgDvmHDHWrpp2qp6UExCijitch-lvcHl1btSEJl8oIsBLnej1Vof-5pTrfOLgk_Ci/s1600-h/00130m.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNYgsoiDjokSK_2CPs8k4UmZetLKemqm32HFiLBJGEgPtFxreV5OaYfaPJeaQTNp3YMewP3QPXkUEHgDvmHDHWrpp2qp6UExCijitch-lvcHl1btSEJl8oIsBLnej1Vof-5pTrfOLgk_Ci/s320/00130m.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5096143159521600786" /></a>4. Secure pony with elastic <br /><br />5. Comb backwards from the midsection of the pony towards the elastic from underneath the pony to create texture and volume<br /><br />6. Loop the pony into a very loose bun and secure the ends underneath the pony to hide the pins. If you are more advanced, separate the pony into three or four strands and twirl each around elastic loosely to create a more multi-layered, volumnous bun on top of head<br /><br />xoxemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-4467859942128520692007-08-04T10:39:00.000-05:002007-08-04T11:47:27.439-05:00Welcome to the forest - a mystical world of natural beauty<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWJ-jkcMCnMyXUjH42oAIGIFhhX6ZDfFkjRo_75iBAYh3fodpn0-JCEG8wbM15TCMBucmF4TE4qDbRsxKeIRfG9MS9p4cFlsxFjp_WSdOLkpsCNLfACkevMNa459_eRu2zl28qUlV50ZwP/s1600-h/img02.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWJ-jkcMCnMyXUjH42oAIGIFhhX6ZDfFkjRo_75iBAYh3fodpn0-JCEG8wbM15TCMBucmF4TE4qDbRsxKeIRfG9MS9p4cFlsxFjp_WSdOLkpsCNLfACkevMNa459_eRu2zl28qUlV50ZwP/s320/img02.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5094887302494315746" /></a><span style="font-weight:bold;">Pade Vavra</span> takes the daintiest elements found in faraway forests and crafts them into whimsical, one-of-a-kind treasures that showcase your new flawless, organically-cared-for complexion. <br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirWly6vq9fI0D7JXrpu4NtCCEXqKncch0n2W8XCNVhyphenhyphenOrP0eFaxFc_0ySgfgKL36XQ1CUKJ7pR0A_Da01O398khPgbaA3-iE8K3x9WoXBXBMXUDwA2sqJvW11KImdujN2ZFXJR1yHZF5JO/s1600-h/RPN.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirWly6vq9fI0D7JXrpu4NtCCEXqKncch0n2W8XCNVhyphenhyphenOrP0eFaxFc_0ySgfgKL36XQ1CUKJ7pR0A_Da01O398khPgbaA3-iE8K3x9WoXBXBMXUDwA2sqJvW11KImdujN2ZFXJR1yHZF5JO/s200/RPN.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5094887461408105714" /></a>A delicately woven gold nest with three, droplet-sized pearl eggs <br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX7L39_lENIO4uksMZZlsNbKVaiiwLe6yv0meiKKz1k0x2qQv-_A0LlBEBT3_n_eLMDXuCWbgvY3qMtxXxNhk3H0f1GvyyR_KR1hW6b7a8UDMDGWWHR0xCq6lOLve5TCDFEBVTgFHFK8Z8/s1600-h/brace_gold_leaves_L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX7L39_lENIO4uksMZZlsNbKVaiiwLe6yv0meiKKz1k0x2qQv-_A0LlBEBT3_n_eLMDXuCWbgvY3qMtxXxNhk3H0f1GvyyR_KR1hW6b7a8UDMDGWWHR0xCq6lOLve5TCDFEBVTgFHFK8Z8/s200/brace_gold_leaves_L.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5094886838637847762" /></a>Leaves wrap around the wrist as if it is still growing<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVyAk8bijV-gYzQlETyk87Xuk3f0-5XCeuJH-CFqtiuVQHkUmt-vb0b8GWTKm0geZrJ9twDan7jo-8OcBcP-NfcIXWl53kxQp21vy9HFg8mhvcp61GAfxsVoPIZRVuKFyXXnYGTXOzEevd/s1600-h/NCCB.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVyAk8bijV-gYzQlETyk87Xuk3f0-5XCeuJH-CFqtiuVQHkUmt-vb0b8GWTKm0geZrJ9twDan7jo-8OcBcP-NfcIXWl53kxQp21vy9HFg8mhvcp61GAfxsVoPIZRVuKFyXXnYGTXOzEevd/s200/NCCB.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5094886387666281666" /></a>A vintage, hand-painted robin perches above a 22k gold cabin-esque cuckoo clock on a multi-chain<br /><br /><br />For all store locations and new collections, go to: <a href="http://www.padevavra.com">www.padevavra.com</a><br /><br />xox<br /><br />PS. The first image is from one of my favorite W shoots of all time - August 07 issueemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-56686936505341100712007-08-03T06:18:00.000-05:002007-08-03T17:57:00.579-05:00Flash back to Teenage years - Mass market individualismMy personal fashion statement, which tended to change daily along with my teenage angst, started with the flick of a gooey, lacquer-dipped brush.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSmNSZ2cFvSrZKVtN_ANZJiHpuYFTIoSMTzFRcwspcyaGPUHlzqiiFU6puA1DivO30DrJRvK7M4AsAP0d6gO3q_jdT9OrJPcwVLIqRpF38ojvYZ16sIJCEQDN2j64rikUq7BQ5VUFAAVZw/s1600-h/222.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSmNSZ2cFvSrZKVtN_ANZJiHpuYFTIoSMTzFRcwspcyaGPUHlzqiiFU6puA1DivO30DrJRvK7M4AsAP0d6gO3q_jdT9OrJPcwVLIqRpF38ojvYZ16sIJCEQDN2j64rikUq7BQ5VUFAAVZw/s200/222.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5094440582945858594" /></a>When <a href="http://www.hardcandy.com/categories/VintageNailPolish.cfm">Hard Candy</a> hit counters with bright punchy colors, subdued pastel blues, shimmery purples and vampy goth crimsons, nails became the palette for incorporating Prada orange into daily looks at the price of a mere $7.00. A luxurious habit for a 13 year old perhaps, but an irresistible buy for fashion fanatics...with an empty Chloe wallet. <br /><br />So when Chanel's beauty team started making their lacquers an essential part of their runway look - of course the beauty tribe followed. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikY-mmw1wzOXCirwQ-h_0al05SkVjQbqbytYtcp5EuzFlo1MUpl7G3Xf8CswWSj0Fmypkc8sc5BG5tgs3mZfgV-pJYJpHZA4vImIyMQiVljLH7nVuXcztMNyjuQDZzI08CR1dmI3Mi3oYU/s1600-h/chanel_tulipe_noire.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikY-mmw1wzOXCirwQ-h_0al05SkVjQbqbytYtcp5EuzFlo1MUpl7G3Xf8CswWSj0Fmypkc8sc5BG5tgs3mZfgV-pJYJpHZA4vImIyMQiVljLH7nVuXcztMNyjuQDZzI08CR1dmI3Mi3oYU/s200/chanel_tulipe_noire.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5094440703204942898" /></a>Starting with Black, A/W '06 shows. The silver/gold from S/S '07. Now the crimson, shimmery dark reds of A/W '07 (seen here) is the top "must" color in every, ten pound September issue of Glamour, Lucky, you name it. <br /><br />Even if you don't regularly check out the awesome resource that is <a href="http://www.style.com">Style.com</a> for the latest runway news (heads up! S/S '08 is hitting NYC in September!) at least take a look at the <a href="http://www.style.com/fashionshows/collections/F2007RTW/detail/thumb/CHANEL">detailed shots of the Chanel show</a> to decipher what colors will be sold out by next season. <br /><br />You'll be way ahead on the beauty color forecast radar which:<br /><br />A: Allows you to come off as a fabulously adventurous soul that couldn't care less about the current big trend - that's old anyway!<br /><br />B: When the color hits all the magazines and everyone starts wearing it, they'll realize that you are at the cutting edge of beauty trends - <span style="font-weight:bold;">YOU DID IT FIRST </span><br /><br />xoxemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-22616327028031492392007-08-01T23:31:00.000-05:002007-08-02T07:08:50.956-05:00Lust, Caution - the most innocent looking could be the trickiest<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMlUwbhcf4q9sJ2GIhBPF76X2dxPpq47nj5OOGHJkzI-uuKJyd6ceNRaSpwyVYfuVg2ZQc5NlL7ABEjwCUGCen8HS0YOQouv5NR_fxks7WyJsilOlqYaQADE5naZqf5PiZcbPQP9_PEQcE/s1600-h/LustCautionOne-SheetFINAL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMlUwbhcf4q9sJ2GIhBPF76X2dxPpq47nj5OOGHJkzI-uuKJyd6ceNRaSpwyVYfuVg2ZQc5NlL7ABEjwCUGCen8HS0YOQouv5NR_fxks7WyJsilOlqYaQADE5naZqf5PiZcbPQP9_PEQcE/s200/LustCautionOne-SheetFINAL.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5093975300548748258" /></a><br />I need makeup to purchase beer. <br /><br />I am vain, I admit, when it comes to stepping out of the house in general but the bodega downstairs and gym are two places that I feel right at home sans mascara. <br /><br />Except, without makeup, eyes lose impact, face contours seem to disappear and even a pout couldn't make my lips look any less blah -- and I look 15. Even with ID, I have to fight for my right to buy 6% alcohol content liquids.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid6BMTF_I7Sxk4Opqelw6aFgftIeDHQRP_JlhmMO_Ch5N15MmUP1KIVTCV6lNY-cvis-xaoIoy3ejh17NtcVv4xQYFgET_xGE-2vKa4edrK-Dn_HY4xgPpaDmgeAmfvKU9jwtEy3o0llp_/s1600-h/14300381laforce1812007115542PM.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid6BMTF_I7Sxk4Opqelw6aFgftIeDHQRP_JlhmMO_Ch5N15MmUP1KIVTCV6lNY-cvis-xaoIoy3ejh17NtcVv4xQYFgET_xGE-2vKa4edrK-Dn_HY4xgPpaDmgeAmfvKU9jwtEy3o0llp_/s200/14300381laforce1812007115542PM.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5093975008490972114" /></a><br /><br /><br />So, how does fresh new comer, <span style="font-weight:bold;">Tang Wei</span> from Ang Lee's much awaited new film <span style="font-style:italic;">Lust, Caution</span>, score her major wow-factor while looking rather bare faced? <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Follow these tricks to look deceptively innocent:<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">1. Start with creating a natural facial contour</span><br /> <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyBWY1DSNqf-K7vAaY7N8ERQBC5TcTUBUvL5i-IiDVSwzKYo1B74J2jc2G-_aulE2VwTbWzYca2nGAV9htLZpRs7gjwn1DZEK4lZjnG-gbD3J0beyZKkrT9pXEn0sz4LlY4NnUa9l9UK4y/s1600-h/P61005_hero.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyBWY1DSNqf-K7vAaY7N8ERQBC5TcTUBUvL5i-IiDVSwzKYo1B74J2jc2G-_aulE2VwTbWzYca2nGAV9htLZpRs7gjwn1DZEK4lZjnG-gbD3J0beyZKkrT9pXEn0sz4LlY4NnUa9l9UK4y/s200/P61005_hero.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5093976378585539602" /></a>Using a soft, big, cheek brush, apply a peachy, bronzy blush starting on the lower edges of your cheekbones and moving up towards the upper edge of the ear. Lightly mist a little along the jaw line to add some dimension to the chin as well. <br />My summer current favourite is <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P61005">i.d. bareMinerals</a> in Warm Radiance. Light, soft and slightly shimmery enough to not create any embarrassing blush lines on the sides of face or neck.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgJ3FUgpvT7iHBD0TH1RduyY138v1nMKB7-GoIWcOOlww1M65XHXXwKMflkInM1QskIVhk_vWqJdTbMO7cy7fqbx_BA_rKl7PHg3VXMkWW8c6xjkd5PGAPVoaikbHUsz_0h-HuPSUqQ2Qq/s1600-h/P59203_hero.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgJ3FUgpvT7iHBD0TH1RduyY138v1nMKB7-GoIWcOOlww1M65XHXXwKMflkInM1QskIVhk_vWqJdTbMO7cy7fqbx_BA_rKl7PHg3VXMkWW8c6xjkd5PGAPVoaikbHUsz_0h-HuPSUqQ2Qq/s200/P59203_hero.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5093975824534758402" /></a>Second step to enhance the contour, take a beigey pearly loose powder, like <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P59203&searchString=paul%20&%20joe%20powder">Paul & Joe's powder</a> in 002 (not the color shown), and dust across the forehead just above your eye brows, along the bridge of your nose and the center part of the face around the nose and under eyes. <br /> <br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Note</span>: only dip the brush in the powder once for this entire "highlighting" process as too much shine in the middle of the face just looks plain greasy. <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />2. Eyeshadow should only be used to smudge the eyeliner</span><br /><br />I've found that makeup books for the general American public recommend using eye liner after applying eye shadows but with a slimmer Asian eye shape, I find that eyeliners look too heavy on its own unless it is softened and smudged a little. <br /><br />For this look, go for a dark brown shadow to lighten and slightly shade the area above the liner on the upper lid (2mm or so). This slight smearing definition to the eye area but keeps 'em looking bright, open and fresh.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">3. Consider the decollete an extension of your face</span><br /><br />The neck and decollete area is a girl's showcase point - ie. the Kimono. Accentuate the clean swoop of the neck and the collarbone with a slight dusting of the pearly powder from step 1 and also by standing with shoulders rolled back and down. <br /><br />Actually, to get Tang Wei's linear, beautiful collar bones, it takes great posture and by my guess, a lot of <a href="http://www.barefootyoga.com/Search.bok?category=Yoga%20Mats">yoga</a> which will teach you to keep your collar bones down and straight! <br /><br /><br />xoxemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-8555651802476363012007-07-30T22:57:00.000-05:002007-07-30T23:55:28.324-05:00Falling down and getting up again...with the help of friends and some hardcore helpers<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRbIL2P7oXB7OkOgBYCGb_OpUvysVs-r92SNHEdIe9Mu-smbvN5GN-sUYslVzsBwlhbbQPTth4F427mligqDkVyPIc92vw7cZl39_Wf7I06i3_ICz4ceDiE790nEwSi7iFSu9itVqML7fX/s1600-h/71277513.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRbIL2P7oXB7OkOgBYCGb_OpUvysVs-r92SNHEdIe9Mu-smbvN5GN-sUYslVzsBwlhbbQPTth4F427mligqDkVyPIc92vw7cZl39_Wf7I06i3_ICz4ceDiE790nEwSi7iFSu9itVqML7fX/s200/71277513.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5093217346195186626" /></a> Minus the innovations of mineral makeup that now allows a girl to get away with everything (aka pass out without the slightest worry of clogged pores or dark circles under puffy eyes), the closest thing to having your job whisked away from right under your freshly pedicured foot is waking up next to your hottie for the first time, gasp, completely barefaced and puffy from the previous night. <br /><br />A torturously delightful mixture of complete freedom, embarrassment and "what would my parents say!?" it's an experience that one needs to face at least once (or many more...) in a lifetime whether in bed or in an enthusiastically decorated cubicle. I was the latter for the first time and here's a few essentials that I found 100% dependable and rock-solid-stable in times like either of the above:<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaQaQhoc6wIqTSR5ZZNdKqhfomjk1DE77yuoJjhyphenhyphenU_VCLsQVnRfPIAZ2Hm65-WkZktf8lLNNnxavTf6oWQdf01c61jd2hxzl5G6IkdBZnjENssb6X7KU9vWK7SWRGzFSEom2sxII4uZDK6/s1600-h/jurliq26.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaQaQhoc6wIqTSR5ZZNdKqhfomjk1DE77yuoJjhyphenhyphenU_VCLsQVnRfPIAZ2Hm65-WkZktf8lLNNnxavTf6oWQdf01c61jd2hxzl5G6IkdBZnjENssb6X7KU9vWK7SWRGzFSEom2sxII4uZDK6/s200/jurliq26.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5093209503584904082" /></a> The de-puffer of all swollen eyes (whether from crying or from dirty martinis) swipe this gel on and it's like taking a shot of espresso + several tea bags on your eyes. With ingredients grown on <a href="http://secure.jurlique.com.au/osus/products_list.asp?category=&subcategory=&search=eye%20gel">Jurlique's</a> own biodynamic farm in Australia, this active plant mix is a wakeup call no rooster can beat.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUc4thDmaV9snr9wUMfcrJR_MU1R3qSZCwXVQF2lpJDOajPpHHf4Ugybhkq6CbXJDXhtH83KUaUKiP7dZZNfApRiktik3qH-5eZMuLWJn7qG5GeXfsbAnPH8A4yORYBxj2VrMc5BGmaqrC/s1600-h/P174100_hero.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUc4thDmaV9snr9wUMfcrJR_MU1R3qSZCwXVQF2lpJDOajPpHHf4Ugybhkq6CbXJDXhtH83KUaUKiP7dZZNfApRiktik3qH-5eZMuLWJn7qG5GeXfsbAnPH8A4yORYBxj2VrMc5BGmaqrC/s200/P174100_hero.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5093210607391499170" /></a> Marilyn had it wrong. Diamonds really only do a girl good when everything, including manicure, smooth decollete, hair and fragrance are in place to enhance its sparkle. When lids dip low and heavy,long, curled lashes are a girl's true best friend. The fiber-rich mascara that refuses to budge until soap (any kind!) is applied, <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P174100&categoryId=B70">Fiberwig mascara</a> is as close to a true buddy you can sleep with that will keep your eyes batting at near-fake fabulousness.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkEd81irLS2sI792gnbo1NzNKe6zHKLXWSp1fzuU3t5yVV5_UEtLssaXPO3J5kQ6wUCZz3MZ1SZHBaL1X6t7M4mgy2kmqFD2vkjXb0t_yjb_eNtgV_We7VkU_cLNBzXYmwcKOIP1VpcVwO/s1600-h/2360_burgundy_gradient.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkEd81irLS2sI792gnbo1NzNKe6zHKLXWSp1fzuU3t5yVV5_UEtLssaXPO3J5kQ6wUCZz3MZ1SZHBaL1X6t7M4mgy2kmqFD2vkjXb0t_yjb_eNtgV_We7VkU_cLNBzXYmwcKOIP1VpcVwO/s200/2360_burgundy_gradient.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5093214893768860594" /></a><br />and...if all comes to worse, a pair of oversized sunglasses, so ridiculously outstandish that everything will dim in comparison, is your escape Plan B. <a href="http://www.betseyjohnson.com/Bicolor_Sunglasses/pd/np/5300/p/2360.html">Betsey Johnson</a> makes the least expensive, most artsy fartsy, retro-fun glasses with all the whimsical touches. Add a dash of aloof and you can re-conquer the world with a fresh new slightly pink-shaded outlook <br /><br />xox<br /><br />ps. for those curious - Cocktail decided to not go forward with its launch on my first day at the magazine! see below post for more infoemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-8635684131641457332007-06-13T21:43:00.000-05:002007-06-13T22:22:36.122-05:00News & ApologiesHi everyone (finally!?)<br /><br />I have a service that tracks down how many friends log onto my site everyday and i still check it loyally out of pure masochistic guilt. Sending out my sincere apologies for not updating my blog for a good month and...almost a half! I blame it on the beautiful weather and great outdoor bars/restaurants...ouch to my wallet.<br /><br />But, alas, good news!! (although worse for the environment...people, recycle mags!) <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsNxOlHByBycB_zkp-eSVkbsuPs2ddRx_TcCafZxQYzke-DGLjLeNP19iwkbwPPvuHT4ZcpeTJZrrNJNJHK4j1bJLzr8UION4qN4Cf4vKJTbkpt6IfzFefE5rXlzyMSn9yrRIDABPPE-bh/s1600-h/cocktail.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsNxOlHByBycB_zkp-eSVkbsuPs2ddRx_TcCafZxQYzke-DGLjLeNP19iwkbwPPvuHT4ZcpeTJZrrNJNJHK4j1bJLzr8UION4qN4Cf4vKJTbkpt6IfzFefE5rXlzyMSn9yrRIDABPPE-bh/s200/cocktail.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5075753594793730690" /></a>You'll now get to have and to hold an actual printed version of my beauty musings and obsessions, every week, starting September! Eight glossy pages packed with beautiful layout, helpful tips, all in a sweet, drunken mix. <br /><br />The mag is published by Bauer and, as above, appropriately called "Cocktail" ...the running joke goes...Cosmo was already taken.<br /><br />So, until then, I'm saving up all my ideas in a "Hello kitty in Paris with her poodle" printed notepad that I randomly got at the Baby Phat fashion show a few seasons back...so no peaks or spills yet on what's to come, but save up money cuz I'll be costing you $2.50 a week now. Ladies, I've just sold out!? <br /><br />Just kidding, no worries, I'll work until 2am, if i have to, to make the mag hot. <br /><br />Love you all<br />xox<br /><br />PS. Last and most definitely least, after almost 50 posts of being faceless (my initial intention as I'm rather normal...boring!) ...this is me...sorry it's a bit blurry but I think it looks artsy fartsy and i like it!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMUZRGIVfzg9RfR7aB7TGOJ0t5H_lC14AOrmdCJjqFRHl4q0q70Ro7zmIjgoLthGukWl9Wq1wCEltafwfQoGhUUF95fQ6rI1yUjz3XIS708t9Z3MxpTpDCSk3W0yM-tpFNaiT3v8kmdyhu/s1600-h/DSC01166.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMUZRGIVfzg9RfR7aB7TGOJ0t5H_lC14AOrmdCJjqFRHl4q0q70Ro7zmIjgoLthGukWl9Wq1wCEltafwfQoGhUUF95fQ6rI1yUjz3XIS708t9Z3MxpTpDCSk3W0yM-tpFNaiT3v8kmdyhu/s200/DSC01166.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5075752113030013554" /></a>emihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-66327436906154152202007-04-24T22:25:00.000-05:002007-04-24T23:24:06.899-05:00Beauty Psychologist - When everything goes haywire<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgedtstei8CwAAeIZ54mcS1h1ePZqzg27mwBlKvsd0bK8nqqFdGb6Dq26Rn2xBHMRMa1VtacMQqYJdCkMl0fDtULPiY8aCw6Lt0bN-2Noko0mU-nAdAzNbAXtLrTv7KbEX5sxvCe-RBhXdp/s1600-h/dv1037034.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgedtstei8CwAAeIZ54mcS1h1ePZqzg27mwBlKvsd0bK8nqqFdGb6Dq26Rn2xBHMRMa1VtacMQqYJdCkMl0fDtULPiY8aCw6Lt0bN-2Noko0mU-nAdAzNbAXtLrTv7KbEX5sxvCe-RBhXdp/s320/dv1037034.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5057215840734879714" /></a>Perfumes, makeup and skincare bottles capture grand dreams and mere fantasies in a pretty little compact. Better yet, they come with a strict set of guidelines - squeeze dime-sized drop onto fingertips, wet, pat onto face, massage 10 seconds, rinse. <br /><br />Beauty, clarity and radiance - all with easy-to-follow instructions. When life gets chaotic & everything seems out of place, beauty is my go-to "calming" remedy. <br /><br />Here, a little guideline for you if too many hopes and dreams overwhelm your cabinet and you don't know which one to go for first:<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqpeIS4o7S2U52mDaVCNmwj9iz2zr02w_Py2Kr03oa0Z6a5Q3S1XJQb-CsgOrvJHWoIQbthQ5qX1iyaCA7etp2TiL9XaCeCd2lgHEGGk_MLxXGtLI9A14uvYadGMHy81-0BkUdDGs1VHwq/s1600-h/71427474-1.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqpeIS4o7S2U52mDaVCNmwj9iz2zr02w_Py2Kr03oa0Z6a5Q3S1XJQb-CsgOrvJHWoIQbthQ5qX1iyaCA7etp2TiL9XaCeCd2lgHEGGk_MLxXGtLI9A14uvYadGMHy81-0BkUdDGs1VHwq/s320/71427474-1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5057216553699450866" /></a><br />1. Toners/Astringents<br />2. Oils/Essential Oils<br />3. Clear Gels<br />4. Milky Liquid Lotions<br />5. Foamy Skin Products (rare)<br />6. Mousse Textured Skin Solutions (rare)<br />7. Thicker Emulsions/Serums<br />8. Face Creams/Sunblock Creams/Anti-Age Night Creams/Intensive Care Eye & Lip Creams<br /><br /><br />Basic tip: Swim down the most natural and easiest stream -- After cleansing, apply the most watery, easy-to-absorb products first. Then move onto more textured, creamier, solid products that end up sitting on the top layer of the face to create a shield against outside elements like pollution and UV rays. They also work as a film to keep all the previous goodness locked in the skin!<br /><br />xoxemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-88095198095431364172007-04-16T20:42:00.000-05:002007-04-16T22:12:12.299-05:00Jet-setting friends? Ask them for these must have on-location steals this SpringFashion did a cultural crash course in global beauty. For this spring, the most sought-after pieces are blooming abundantly, quite literally, all over the world! And at less than 10% the on-shelves price, how can you resist?<br /><br />All you have to do is score some plane tix, or capture a friend going on vacay to these popular getaway spots:<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">CAIRO</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSZHIaOUIL_6mlKzjgM9RDvDF5jJbx8Wp1kNkJb59U-4BBpG_XrPC6Rk_eW4m_GNuSLdc9zj6f3BUY-Gu7dxaaCo4UrOshR1kfrKmAIDFjNdZbSkFKIpG4aiP6NemZd3VOkpVQq44w2CRu/s1600-h/pyramids.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSZHIaOUIL_6mlKzjgM9RDvDF5jJbx8Wp1kNkJb59U-4BBpG_XrPC6Rk_eW4m_GNuSLdc9zj6f3BUY-Gu7dxaaCo4UrOshR1kfrKmAIDFjNdZbSkFKIpG4aiP6NemZd3VOkpVQq44w2CRu/s200/pyramids.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5054227881473556274" /></a> <br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAaztnr73p6S0E3JFrDK58d-ehoJ_ZjlnWZja689nkAAqrOTt2ThC428ovmPxU0Nxvu0xxx_oxXGUDfdDO8WpAUY8l8Nyom8T6tTgzUAWAEIGhXXPOoL4AEtLnkG6lttyvFrFUDS3JdszP/s1600-h/Jutta+Neumann+Capri+Sandal.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAaztnr73p6S0E3JFrDK58d-ehoJ_ZjlnWZja689nkAAqrOTt2ThC428ovmPxU0Nxvu0xxx_oxXGUDfdDO8WpAUY8l8Nyom8T6tTgzUAWAEIGhXXPOoL4AEtLnkG6lttyvFrFUDS3JdszP/s200/Jutta+Neumann+Capri+Sandal.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5054217599321849538" /></a> Leather gladiators with ankle-twirling straps is a perfect way to pull off laid-back chic on dry urban sidewalks. Pair with a flowing ankle-sweeping white dress and you're set to go. As close as it gets in NYC, handcrafted leather sandals that gets better with age from <a href="http://www.juttaneumann-newyork.com">Jutta Neumann</a>.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">MEXICO</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfv63X3nu0LzoSefmZl5pn2I-fNHokOc3PQ09bsz-V7q_KhpUritR_K5QoeY9U8OBe7W-nJ8x8Fz7MMCnRjAmd9x6_LE3bXFImWARKEv6OOHMU6w7phdxfRs3ieWrpEaUPnInTm2Kjsesr/s1600-h/mexico-beaches.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfv63X3nu0LzoSefmZl5pn2I-fNHokOc3PQ09bsz-V7q_KhpUritR_K5QoeY9U8OBe7W-nJ8x8Fz7MMCnRjAmd9x6_LE3bXFImWARKEv6OOHMU6w7phdxfRs3ieWrpEaUPnInTm2Kjsesr/s320/mexico-beaches.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5054218952236547794" /></a> <br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOopbQliBBiqhZXvxeumgaHSQgwRjImRcmyX1v1R0EOEPGaAFs77sgqb3KMErfRTKJdhmUqx0qOva3sVy4u2PwsRY8JbkCQGW46l3Y3uiqCulpvg8ysbjrL_wcxW75cWfExHVH3SJXQqyp/s1600-h/matthew+williamson.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOopbQliBBiqhZXvxeumgaHSQgwRjImRcmyX1v1R0EOEPGaAFs77sgqb3KMErfRTKJdhmUqx0qOva3sVy4u2PwsRY8JbkCQGW46l3Y3uiqCulpvg8ysbjrL_wcxW75cWfExHVH3SJXQqyp/s200/matthew+williamson.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5054219252884258530" /></a> I always fall in love at <a href="http://www.style.com/fashionshows/collections/S2007RTW/complete/thumb/MWILLIAM">Matthew Williamson</a> shows. In winter, he knits nostalgic prints with exquisite intricacy and in summer, his embroidered pieces match those of the lovingly spun tunics handcrafted by a mother for a child. This piece is no exception. Covered by almost all fashion magazine spring previews, I am half jealous that half the world knows about it already but the only way to match such beauty is to get the authentic.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">HOLLAND</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhmPQA2ryRxkgsmG404YpxA7MK6pC5e6u4d2_-PhnUr0bNeMMiVTnjsyDyb76yf4P9jozKox10Y3HeWjTBglUtg_cNiDyIF3if2cpMiA0yhDiHNyvwaHIxxc6eThy5mdozD6y65KgKMYqN/s1600-h/tulp.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhmPQA2ryRxkgsmG404YpxA7MK6pC5e6u4d2_-PhnUr0bNeMMiVTnjsyDyb76yf4P9jozKox10Y3HeWjTBglUtg_cNiDyIF3if2cpMiA0yhDiHNyvwaHIxxc6eThy5mdozD6y65KgKMYqN/s320/tulp.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5054222109037510402" /></a> <br /> <br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYTxAQgnpsVE_J8wcXyE6R67RJZkUPVgPFZjXMadnToHohYQk3RYVxvM0SJiyb8UhTf2BhiXNH2EYIDpUIlWNRQn-WoJVI48h6FIZdR6QCHeaEkj7xiiJlBu2cQvKSvHhqfBTxuTo4Gc_n/s1600-h/louis+vuitton++spring+2007.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYTxAQgnpsVE_J8wcXyE6R67RJZkUPVgPFZjXMadnToHohYQk3RYVxvM0SJiyb8UhTf2BhiXNH2EYIDpUIlWNRQn-WoJVI48h6FIZdR6QCHeaEkj7xiiJlBu2cQvKSvHhqfBTxuTo4Gc_n/s400/louis+vuitton++spring+2007.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5054227658135256866" /></a> Known for its stretching painter's palatte fields and overflowing fresh flower markets, beautiful bouquets at windows keep curtains wide open late into the evening. Let flowers bloom in your hair this spring with <a href="http://www.style.com/fashionshows/collections/S2007RTW/complete/thumb/LVUITTON">Louis Vuitton</a> style ornate headbands...of course, tone it down a bit (always a rule from going from Runway to the Streets). Even more Dutch? - just use a pastel, fully blossoming flower and stick it in your loose pony. Be sure to keep loose tendrils framing your face to stay consistent with the "romantic" theme.<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">LONDON</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz7uSGJy5Z5ppwnZKjPdZsQoY7zPDQMFJGVDZo0TPK7AKY1b3eyQwuCnYoRxWQJRE90nStJn_fmY-9rXEm7ROa3cbEzA6hOclf6xnsQUNwuZ6pMGv9fZGQ2XGSlEX4NIltm4Bv5Anmy-yM/s1600-h/big+ben.jpeg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz7uSGJy5Z5ppwnZKjPdZsQoY7zPDQMFJGVDZo0TPK7AKY1b3eyQwuCnYoRxWQJRE90nStJn_fmY-9rXEm7ROa3cbEzA6hOclf6xnsQUNwuZ6pMGv9fZGQ2XGSlEX4NIltm4Bv5Anmy-yM/s400/big+ben.jpeg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5054228336740089666" /></a> <br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqGyES5mhXtRUfA0xeppTgyIB4sLcNbxba-Qpltwd0w44_etobjLkYDvALWAxUzHAKV7bAkAZDCrokrLhFeXFSH2JPrhxhyphenhyphenZ-tx_ZiIAHereuEGuhS6R7RJQ6vhAiJ6qZf0O7k4PKpO6K7/s1600-h/kate+moss+.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqGyES5mhXtRUfA0xeppTgyIB4sLcNbxba-Qpltwd0w44_etobjLkYDvALWAxUzHAKV7bAkAZDCrokrLhFeXFSH2JPrhxhyphenhyphenZ-tx_ZiIAHereuEGuhS6R7RJQ6vhAiJ6qZf0O7k4PKpO6K7/s320/kate+moss+.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5054228568668323666" /></a> ok, perhaps not so classic but they are both genuine groundbreaking brits and when you combine them, it's just mean that it's not available in the US. <a href="http://www.katemosstopshop.com/">TOPSHOP + Kate Moss</a>. I cringe with envy for those who have access to that store!<br /><br /><br />xoxemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-67116447296090621022007-04-15T12:01:00.000-05:002007-04-15T12:50:13.116-05:00audrey nods approval for at-work emi-chu-tainment and a little inside note on the hazardous editorial thrashing machineAs luck would have it, I chose a site name starting with an A, placing my blog review in the April/May 2007 issue of <a href="http://www.audreymagazine.com">Audrey</a> mag, as the leading feature on extensive article! <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8iBw03KZXYUHMxIKaIN1BUtTeTjgbOgorB1mkUt9_bXHUqqMJsibvn7XRI4JgngJ8mg1Z_G1bJ0ETvtbzO0ZZHwiztK8EonONwKURSq1mW72MnxZwrcabHaV6o8f1Gfz_n5uCmasLmmxo/s1600-h/A_CoverPic-FM07.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8iBw03KZXYUHMxIKaIN1BUtTeTjgbOgorB1mkUt9_bXHUqqMJsibvn7XRI4JgngJ8mg1Z_G1bJ0ETvtbzO0ZZHwiztK8EonONwKURSq1mW72MnxZwrcabHaV6o8f1Gfz_n5uCmasLmmxo/s320/A_CoverPic-FM07.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5053710926324907650" /></a>Thank you Anna Park (associate managing editor, of the daring fashion-, helpful beauty- and tips-about-life-packed Asian women's magazine) for giving my site the a-OK from a nationally-read publication. Although it was a good month of trying to lower towering hopes just in case the item gets cut by the art dept* or from the EIC** the end result was way bigger than I could ever have imagined my photo being! (yes my face is plastered on there, so long to keeping my visual identity hush hush)<br /><br />Thanks Audrey and thanks Anna! And as for my increasing readers, I appreciate any questions or comments or brand/product introductions as I always need inspiration! Just click on Email Me! in the left column.<br /><br />xox<br /><br />Audrey is available at select <a href="http://www.barnesandnoble.com">Barnes & Nobles</a> and other local bookstores or could be purchased online at <a href="http://www.audreymagazine.com">www.audreymagazine.com</a><br /> <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTWxEkFCw3xkLFz6tq1qxpPr2O8ZnFKA_crkFEmN0L9zcl8jfWdJ9Wuh-fleozQXjNHVL2Dq_zW7jJFj2MFo4_qGJ_LfR79bKJ5bxB6Adm307fcWiCfe7Ag7tIv4Nlr_eM9IfJxJ88XABR/s1600-h/knives.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTWxEkFCw3xkLFz6tq1qxpPr2O8ZnFKA_crkFEmN0L9zcl8jfWdJ9Wuh-fleozQXjNHVL2Dq_zW7jJFj2MFo4_qGJ_LfR79bKJ5bxB6Adm307fcWiCfe7Ag7tIv4Nlr_eM9IfJxJ88XABR/s200/knives.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5053711733778759314" /></a>*In a pub, especially a visual one, the last and most dangerous stage for an item surviving the various levels of editorial cuts is the Art Department. Even if the editorial team places stories and images that they think is amazing, quite frequently the color or theme just doesn't fit into the rest of the magazine or the page layout so the visually strict & precise Art editors cut items out or push them to future issues if it fits. But give thanks - it is the art dept that make the pubs look as gorgeous and marketable as they are...don't be bitter about last minute cuts :( it's sad but it happens, A LOT. <br />**editor in chiefemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-87169867289104494702007-04-13T19:00:00.000-05:002007-04-13T19:59:50.652-05:00Easy score but still a catch!?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2kkXnmZ1uD6iT9Hnje7r3DJg7e420L0VuH5gxrgEEqW3jdS9ICPg4upRBV3RC-g9NCvsIGC3XXEgT9uhOI2osaRez7OXRdzOJvC8efPhWvfUJOAnVw54iR-XaTWIVTdM_5H7px4gRvlmC/s1600-h/rg5.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2kkXnmZ1uD6iT9Hnje7r3DJg7e420L0VuH5gxrgEEqW3jdS9ICPg4upRBV3RC-g9NCvsIGC3XXEgT9uhOI2osaRez7OXRdzOJvC8efPhWvfUJOAnVw54iR-XaTWIVTdM_5H7px4gRvlmC/s320/rg5.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5053033859090431602" /></a><br /><br />The hand crafted golden lotus flower blossom at your fingertips to reveal a peaceful beauty hiding within. An uplifting symbol for the self, the flower reminds us to open the mind to new experiences each day and embody infinite potential - once again, when NYC reminds me everyday to work my butt off for....what? I could use all the wisdom I can get...fashionably. <br />$98.00<br /><br /><a href="http://www.satyajewelry.com">www.satyajewelry.com<br /></a>emihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-69096620555037602562007-04-12T00:00:00.000-05:002007-04-12T22:49:50.952-05:00Lessons from the Elements - meaning behind Me & Ro's must have items!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdZr2pIyPk2Diu4tMLITeKspGwK9Caz8fUs8KEaFbcjuFke57eC8PDONnsXZ8g83F_QjQQCjQML0izkId3i9K0uVjyD4CJVJ1sEQSyGi-sq7tdVgcvllywtwjmSVnPF_fy69JO1R44DhSC/s1600-h/gold.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdZr2pIyPk2Diu4tMLITeKspGwK9Caz8fUs8KEaFbcjuFke57eC8PDONnsXZ8g83F_QjQQCjQML0izkId3i9K0uVjyD4CJVJ1sEQSyGi-sq7tdVgcvllywtwjmSVnPF_fy69JO1R44DhSC/s320/gold.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5052754213769789026" /></a>There are certain brands that each magazine tends to feature over and over again. At Self it was <a href="http://www.alexisbittar.com">Alexis Bittar</a>, <a href="http://www.eluxury.com/browse/product_assortment.jhtml?SectionID=9000&CategoryID=9156&SubCategoryID=9289&ClassificationID=9290">Gerard Yosca</a> and my fave, <a href="http://www.meandrojewelry.com">Me & Ro</a>. From stackable rings to layer-able necklaces to stand-alone pieces, every stone, every charm has a philosophical and life lesson that is bound to inspire your every day outlook. <br /><br />Three picks from this unique designer that are timeless musts in the emi-chu "someday, one day" lust book:<br /><br />Silver Large Chakra Flower Pendant<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYFPoLHXexBsIp4Nw9zuHxou2BAJGLB9AfNgCoMXYlFqVpwqBhdPu2TM7cVC5kaZZRoMF7y9k2YRTpDWb9Z3A2zML4KaaYczU1jmHQyAFvvhq4OJyNLWYQrtfAGcbj2QtmICj9cBcZwgFl/s1600-h/P41232S18_d.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYFPoLHXexBsIp4Nw9zuHxou2BAJGLB9AfNgCoMXYlFqVpwqBhdPu2TM7cVC5kaZZRoMF7y9k2YRTpDWb9Z3A2zML4KaaYczU1jmHQyAFvvhq4OJyNLWYQrtfAGcbj2QtmICj9cBcZwgFl/s320/P41232S18_d.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5052360816240311858" /></a>The chakras are invisible energy centers of the body interfacing between the physical and subtle worlds. All seven chakras located within the body along the spinal cord are engraved within a lotus flower on this intricately engraved pendant surrounded by the Sahasrara Chakra. Not only beautiful, the necklace helps the wearer remain at peace. <br />$250.00<br /><br /><br />10K Buddha, Dharma & Sangha Stackable Rings<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgobZe6AgZu8UYqVs75OJhakBpRj_uILyegrYtwHowNsbtHsefDLJY_SFXxenSQ0riKFsdXZlg589ABHDHxKEGMALiqmrp0Uba4skMnqxqcbFPlAR-_cTwpnenSPRN6X9nu8lZZA2GcO8I6/s1600-h/R41152-10K.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgobZe6AgZu8UYqVs75OJhakBpRj_uILyegrYtwHowNsbtHsefDLJY_SFXxenSQ0riKFsdXZlg589ABHDHxKEGMALiqmrp0Uba4skMnqxqcbFPlAR-_cTwpnenSPRN6X9nu8lZZA2GcO8I6/s320/R41152-10K.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5052360661621489186" /></a>Three 10K gold bands are each scripted with one of the Tibetan words “The Buddha,” “The Dharma” and “The Sangha” which are “The Three Jewels” of Buddhism. They offer guidance and inspiration in the “fickle” and “unstable” world we live in. Love its versatility - can be worn stacked or worn individually. I'll stick with all 3 for optimum inspiration - I live in NYC afterall. <br />$1,085.00<br /><br /><br />18k Gold Bombay Crescent Moon & Star with Indian Diamonds<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8NbkBSdBwXTy6qL9z2gEsgCUfSKEp92A-m5yinAZaUZbODXkhgFrumxOBawz6M9iVESlvqbXlLQyKyDqHq9buX5vO2e6zX1-DDK3xUwJ6o9r_C0ozod7ibbPtPS24xWOmSm43_RxwFBcX/s1600-h/P62808118KIDI16_d.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8NbkBSdBwXTy6qL9z2gEsgCUfSKEp92A-m5yinAZaUZbODXkhgFrumxOBawz6M9iVESlvqbXlLQyKyDqHq9buX5vO2e6zX1-DDK3xUwJ6o9r_C0ozod7ibbPtPS24xWOmSm43_RxwFBcX/s320/P62808118KIDI16_d.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5052361344521289282" /></a>A crescent moon and a star, both set with Indian rose cut diamonds, hang together on an 18k gold chain. The ancient celestial symbols represent the gods/goddesses of the Sky, the Moon, Sun and Venus, making this pendant perfect for day and night. A keepsake to wear every day and pass on.<br />$1,845.00<br /><br />All pieces, and many many more, available at <a href="http://www.meandrojewelry.com">www.meandrojewelry.com</a>. Note: check out their charity pieces and stay pretty on the inside and out xoxemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-39429909649015503512007-04-11T18:48:00.000-05:002007-04-11T20:20:22.727-05:00Staying High with Asian Shrooms!? well, your butt actually...<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8aTgfwaMpy5jAybb0iMZfRuGZ_r9u3jfq0s10yuGjs68pr6ySve9bG6zJhWDLiIEdo3RnEg_xOMaMa58LsCfdeTSyNe5YTBIbK0s5gf8o7Bzt0Opd9zbwn9w-O4P-b7-hE6HVXkGuMe2L/s1600-h/shiitake_mushrooms_m.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8aTgfwaMpy5jAybb0iMZfRuGZ_r9u3jfq0s10yuGjs68pr6ySve9bG6zJhWDLiIEdo3RnEg_xOMaMa58LsCfdeTSyNe5YTBIbK0s5gf8o7Bzt0Opd9zbwn9w-O4P-b7-hE6HVXkGuMe2L/s320/shiitake_mushrooms_m.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5052341819599961586" /></a>The hottest new remedial ingredient to hit the beauty market to keep skin, butt and target areas firm and lifted? <a href="http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=122">Shiitake mushrooms</a>!<br /><br />A native to East Asia, the super yummy mushrooms have been used to rev up the immune system with its stronger-than-prescription antioxidant and healing powers and to slash cholesterol levels against dietary odds in China for over 6,000 years.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVyFNezMnL_uz9JvZOwUGObUET66WP-idNTPr3MvOwaSBmSvUwDLMPQi-Xsrviyo6Wcg7JIlrRNwMiaqW4hAJMmdRfR1xiYDnkzkTWlFcbhzLiVCBD1haWbSp9zLl4QtWwc4BRprv4pA3y/s1600-h/200391482-001-2.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVyFNezMnL_uz9JvZOwUGObUET66WP-idNTPr3MvOwaSBmSvUwDLMPQi-Xsrviyo6Wcg7JIlrRNwMiaqW4hAJMmdRfR1xiYDnkzkTWlFcbhzLiVCBD1haWbSp9zLl4QtWwc4BRprv4pA3y/s200/200391482-001-2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5052344980695891474" /></a>No surprise that it took gastric factors to finally bring the delish product to the US market but now, beauty lovers can also relish in the benefits of Shiitake (topically!) to keep you high & tight, just in time for those short spring minis!<br /><br />Extract of Shiitake, used in new firming & anti-aging products just hitting counters, have the power to stimulate the creation of Collagen fibres in the skin tissue that are essential to maintain elasticity and strength. The extract also limits the activity of enzymes that break down the fibers to keep skin elastic! <br /><br />Live up to the myth that Asian women age slowly! Keep skin glowing and dimple-, sag-free with these products:<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVJQaBadoZ4abCGIrQTtPCzRahbX7WEsEkCkWFy1vo_9lOSNIREYyCWNUG_PFpBnSPR-AS7lFBYSWEUgNPzLvUR7ODs6jgAzpNbeCtbkObCJoDAqTYvD71tXhsRCjodYmHH2YVRJChzfxn/s1600-h/7039-l.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVJQaBadoZ4abCGIrQTtPCzRahbX7WEsEkCkWFy1vo_9lOSNIREYyCWNUG_PFpBnSPR-AS7lFBYSWEUgNPzLvUR7ODs6jgAzpNbeCtbkObCJoDAqTYvD71tXhsRCjodYmHH2YVRJChzfxn/s320/7039-l.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5052339092295728578" /></a>A fresh citrus-y scent, the <a href="http://www.essentialdayspa.com/decleor-perfect-sculpt-st-p_7039.htm">Decleor Perfect Sculpt Stretch Mark Restructuring Cream </a>is great paired with their 100% natural, essential oil cocktail, Aromessence Sculpt, that multiply the effects of the cream drastically. Totally safe for pregnant women, too! <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJXXagB63IZUuzv6dG95DHI8lHcULL2YCf4JgB8stO-tkehrr9c1EbmMS8TuNS8eQg0YXzdsO-uuzG4qf41ySwPWVjpSIGLJBVOSz0kr1zpeu6zXAzvsDZBDBIII5Uf7ZR6RX3SdA_NgFU/s1600-h/3939000.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJXXagB63IZUuzv6dG95DHI8lHcULL2YCf4JgB8stO-tkehrr9c1EbmMS8TuNS8eQg0YXzdsO-uuzG4qf41ySwPWVjpSIGLJBVOSz0kr1zpeu6zXAzvsDZBDBIII5Uf7ZR6RX3SdA_NgFU/s320/3939000.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5052340269116767698" /></a>Carita Progressif Anti-Age Corps range, <a href="http://www.carita.com/prod/prod.php?ref=3939000">Sculpting Serum</a> is a light cream-gel formula that packs in punch - a hit to the hips, butt, thighs, that is...feels absolutely luxurious. Ooh la la~! (it's a Parisian brand...)<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqkzp23hK89hfb_p_Yt6OcAXcodFYB1oPq27iK420UiKX8EXnsNfpV5tXkHqUpzo25yG1jDUaluWXUAMDpatsaqYr_toGivq_obyU7NN-VCKc4GqOnavePMrSl_c2E8AKbb6zFixpUtzhD/s1600-h/daily_moisturizer_big.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqkzp23hK89hfb_p_Yt6OcAXcodFYB1oPq27iK420UiKX8EXnsNfpV5tXkHqUpzo25yG1jDUaluWXUAMDpatsaqYr_toGivq_obyU7NN-VCKc4GqOnavePMrSl_c2E8AKbb6zFixpUtzhD/s320/daily_moisturizer_big.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5052341424462970338" /></a>We all know how important SPF is to keep skin radiant and wrinkle-free, toss in some shrooms, and this cream's got it made. With a blend of two asian mushrooms, Shiitake and Mannentake, the <a href="http://www.aveeno.com/detailAction.do?id=4252">Aveeno Positively Ageless Daily Moisturizer with SPF 30</a> is an everyday must!<br /><br />xoxemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-26534571941673762402007-03-31T20:26:00.000-05:002007-04-11T18:48:27.377-05:00Tickled pink or after-glow? Easy breezy blushes for the Asian skin tone<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheAIizN7D_dL6VWiIQe1PI39osDYe7it-zqFNSW9NM61uwee7Tecj5LUJeVHTWNR33aPuCta1H0y97V0FwAJrajYhWMBZS5K29TTyD_cEZGrVxD6SB-IV_U2Q5safVc0PvYlwhfC6zMJLE/s1600-h/olii.sized.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheAIizN7D_dL6VWiIQe1PI39osDYe7it-zqFNSW9NM61uwee7Tecj5LUJeVHTWNR33aPuCta1H0y97V0FwAJrajYhWMBZS5K29TTyD_cEZGrVxD6SB-IV_U2Q5safVc0PvYlwhfC6zMJLE/s200/olii.sized.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5048476739492313170" /></a>Take a wide brush and sweep upwards, starting at the apples of the cheek and along the cheekbone...wait, what? What cheekbone!? ...and is this rose blossom pink supposed to make me look like an over done <a href="http://www.blythedoll.com/index-e.html">blythe</a> doll?<br /><br />After numerous mishaps and hurried tissue scrubbing in the outdoor lighting, I've finally accepted that some of spring's prettiest blushes just aren't meant to be. Making it all the sweeter when I come across a rare, glowy shade that completely flatters the Asian skintone and the softer sloping contours of the face. <br /><br />Tried and tested and always 100%, these blushes give structure and a desirable glow, for each look you are after:<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />Healthy and Vibrant - Self-magazine Type Glow</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvglNe19yrWhQuVSaK1VmkijpKBP6pwH4fi9hyT5h9DkaeiAGNMSPkM-xptQF8iyEhoLnR8imhMW7Qyl2MFMdyYHtSJuivwYIr3jrny4tC4FbuTgCuLs_EVWi5twWqZKRGxivihjVDE3-V/s1600-h/shu+uemura.gif"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvglNe19yrWhQuVSaK1VmkijpKBP6pwH4fi9hyT5h9DkaeiAGNMSPkM-xptQF8iyEhoLnR8imhMW7Qyl2MFMdyYHtSJuivwYIr3jrny4tC4FbuTgCuLs_EVWi5twWqZKRGxivihjVDE3-V/s320/shu+uemura.gif" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5048474080907556914" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2CUZeBvNrIf-S-gHDxnXWKpS5AJ6aBb8K85J1cGbwq386TTzX9qeZp6jUtFPtftZOysMWpyt5MpIC5wTK8k_kg2mxW79B3nzGZBo96Y0zyqR5Vr3e3QA9j8ETRHQkqA2BMMuMqqBjbywf/s1600-h/G.O_P53.gif"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2CUZeBvNrIf-S-gHDxnXWKpS5AJ6aBb8K85J1cGbwq386TTzX9qeZp6jUtFPtftZOysMWpyt5MpIC5wTK8k_kg2mxW79B3nzGZBo96Y0zyqR5Vr3e3QA9j8ETRHQkqA2BMMuMqqBjbywf/s320/G.O_P53.gif" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5048474235526379586" /></a><br /><br /><br />A CA sunset orange, <a href="http://www.shuuemura-usa.com/Products/ProductDetails.aspx?CategoryID=316&SubCategoryID=345&ProductID=586" target="_blank">Shu Uemura Glow On in Pearly Orange #53</a> (as shown in above right color patch, packaged in the left signature Shu-case) adds just the right amount of shimmer and natural radiance that flatters the Asian skintone as if you just came in from a run in the park.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Baby Doll Pink that's Half-Naivette, Half-Playful -> NYLON Cover Shoot Style</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJdaHfebynYmcjQ1QnkAAEcSaySOgLDW0kgWQ1EIId8aSAeh4-2KRpK4ov90utVBwdgpHZ-7fesqt0zyngQTx1kd9noUzWK9tdllzz5O4i51_h8ysYHg7MWjK3r5MnkNt5NKzvafv8g1o5/s1600-h/dior+beauty+confidential.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJdaHfebynYmcjQ1QnkAAEcSaySOgLDW0kgWQ1EIId8aSAeh4-2KRpK4ov90utVBwdgpHZ-7fesqt0zyngQTx1kd9noUzWK9tdllzz5O4i51_h8ysYHg7MWjK3r5MnkNt5NKzvafv8g1o5/s320/dior+beauty+confidential.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5048464507425454082" /></a><br />The limited edition <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P144211&searchString=dior%20sun%20illusion" target="_blank">Dior Sun Illusion's</a> golden peach sun powder is lucent and soft-pink enough to brush on the entire cheeks to highlight the cheekbone area. Also contains an easy-contour face brush and even a shimmery lipgloss to match. With this cute packaging, who can resist!?<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />Velvety & Romantic -> think Holiday Issues of Glamour Mag</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXDfvOslgl30tnpsbNCy50wq2_7UFhmSE_jkgnBwPPHMq3tnS9F4HRNHPlkqbw_Nzp7aEAvdG6J77W8JzPX-ff9AfkZRF0vcBalO5f0I7OW1MKIK1ptGHlvHsXzfnYhwK-fHFEZFeVJZz_/s1600-h/24_125.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXDfvOslgl30tnpsbNCy50wq2_7UFhmSE_jkgnBwPPHMq3tnS9F4HRNHPlkqbw_Nzp7aEAvdG6J77W8JzPX-ff9AfkZRF0vcBalO5f0I7OW1MKIK1ptGHlvHsXzfnYhwK-fHFEZFeVJZz_/s320/24_125.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5048468312766478354" /></a><br />If you want a little more color, try <a href="http://byterry.com/en/boutique_voir_produit.php?id=24&pid=67">by Terry's Loose Powder in Golden Beige</a>, an intimidating bronzy copper powder at first glance but trust me, the soft, comfortable powder is surprisingly flattering, making the cheeks look like a fragile petal picked off an Antique Rose. <br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Tip: Use a big, fat, soft brush to apply loosely onto center and side of cheeks.</span><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br /><br /><br />Bronzy, Sexy, Sun-Kissed -> Sports Illustrated Swim Issue, FHM, Maxim Appeal</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgycURBRK7b6BCNpI0pXYnOEX3iyBVv77mTHnhlRqre6HWC8eTuPbP68L6oDx9JRDuD0m1grS2OCNdyCELI42kUbq7NQoruXWbU-4BqF2LIVYTEKpHVdxk6Q5u8dJS594uhZLGnm2o6a7-p/s1600-h/P104006_hero.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgycURBRK7b6BCNpI0pXYnOEX3iyBVv77mTHnhlRqre6HWC8eTuPbP68L6oDx9JRDuD0m1grS2OCNdyCELI42kUbq7NQoruXWbU-4BqF2LIVYTEKpHVdxk6Q5u8dJS594uhZLGnm2o6a7-p/s320/P104006_hero.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5048472246956521506" /></a><br />The queen-bee of all, the limited edition <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P104006&categoryId=B70" target="_blank">Nars Blush (in Orgasm)/Bronzer (in Laguna)</a> is truly a universally flattering power-duo. The peachy-pink powder adds a subtle flush to the cheeks while the sheer light brown shimmer defines the face to give it some edge. <br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Tip: Try dusting the left side on tops of cheeks and the right, around the edge of the face, the top half of the forehead and through the line of your nose to add dimension.</span> <br /><br />xoxemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-68316593705120688182007-03-28T20:26:00.000-05:002007-03-28T22:04:56.729-05:00Ocean Aquas, Sunset Oranges and Multi-Colored Fun - Which color scheme are you lusting after?<span style="font-weight:bold;">Crystalline Ocean Blues & Icy Muted Greens - are you a Water girl?</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFMD0QAUJ7rQap2T7hr8Ti9orcpZToCaSALFNhO1fmu2PTPQtl1cUdx39UpzdvffdW9Iiysprz6erBZi9fEEgmnpjeYQDOb9Z8xdJcLrMYKMUcSl0MBCQc5L2fGe7HPpakptsuVaYRjtq7/s1600-h/j_ri_jo-ro17a_st.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFMD0QAUJ7rQap2T7hr8Ti9orcpZToCaSALFNhO1fmu2PTPQtl1cUdx39UpzdvffdW9Iiysprz6erBZi9fEEgmnpjeYQDOb9Z8xdJcLrMYKMUcSl0MBCQc5L2fGe7HPpakptsuVaYRjtq7/s200/j_ri_jo-ro17a_st.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047163553241560882" /></a>Jamie Joseph Rainbow Moonstone Cabochon Ring $462.00<br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7mhluHI2bTpjFt7Z0e82Hxt54zJnMHAUHdoGq9Um6ctjGSenooxmIkeFuiwbOAnICawIAgpWal4bgnYGEcJxaiDxchh-7CVN3BL14XylPx59ps48SYDjHr3TR72h9ZN8cnJbH6SboGZ_M/s1600-h/mallary+marks+leaf+earrings.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7mhluHI2bTpjFt7Z0e82Hxt54zJnMHAUHdoGq9Um6ctjGSenooxmIkeFuiwbOAnICawIAgpWal4bgnYGEcJxaiDxchh-7CVN3BL14XylPx59ps48SYDjHr3TR72h9ZN8cnJbH6SboGZ_M/s200/mallary+marks+leaf+earrings.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047164386465216322" /></a>Mallary Marks Leaf Earrings $5672.00<br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUdej_aAQUR2USq2tOAU7tR5aZxUsIQ8_vV-TBV-dCxXMu00WLsHsLByBiBifepCdCFd_To1tL54IRyYOnnOZC9j4Sqt32qZInYCLVyA4wN9kPZ_on0Yl-Le0xY3NFsLzANG_7dDDS4xPv/s1600-h/Pippa+Small+Large+Link+Charm+Bracelet+.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUdej_aAQUR2USq2tOAU7tR5aZxUsIQ8_vV-TBV-dCxXMu00WLsHsLByBiBifepCdCFd_To1tL54IRyYOnnOZC9j4Sqt32qZInYCLVyA4wN9kPZ_on0Yl-Le0xY3NFsLzANG_7dDDS4xPv/s200/Pippa+Small+Large+Link+Charm+Bracelet+.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047164665638090578" /></a>Pippa Small Large Link Charm Bracelet $3090.00<br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUpqGwIKOmUWhX8FkphfxE2Zp9kAOpe6br7Dds5mtwy6VR0jvG645Y1NODFCuJqde_GAMZai3B0qgapMiQU8PSXaTQ9YYSJLAMGcHr2f3MPwujO1myRVBZzW5KHCo77V5AkH4aSoLCy8Sn/s1600-h/irene+neuwirth+labrodite+necklace.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUpqGwIKOmUWhX8FkphfxE2Zp9kAOpe6br7Dds5mtwy6VR0jvG645Y1NODFCuJqde_GAMZai3B0qgapMiQU8PSXaTQ9YYSJLAMGcHr2f3MPwujO1myRVBZzW5KHCo77V5AkH4aSoLCy8Sn/s200/irene+neuwirth+labrodite+necklace.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047165004940506978" /></a>Irene Neuwirth Labrodite Necklace $3850.00<br /><br /><br />...<span style="font-weight:bold;">Or are you passionate and warm like the Californian sunset?</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS18T-yB48n9ZqSjC1JnnSwEAqkz9e3H1itc03ZZeyh1Bq1GEaVC9hTpLHPM0TTcp5a868s-roCLpa3WzgdqwgBXZO7p4UzXva0U0G7bjH08ajpQSPCKZP7gsmZvutub0f00M6vWKDImb7/s1600-h/Chan+Luu+.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS18T-yB48n9ZqSjC1JnnSwEAqkz9e3H1itc03ZZeyh1Bq1GEaVC9hTpLHPM0TTcp5a868s-roCLpa3WzgdqwgBXZO7p4UzXva0U0G7bjH08ajpQSPCKZP7gsmZvutub0f00M6vWKDImb7/s200/Chan+Luu+.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047165254048610162" /></a>Chan Luu Leather Bracelet with Red Coral and Gold Beads <br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRKEgfICl-bPzgOVT2DOYPBdwvaql8XcZ5QTgFiGqKSIdjPFgPvmizjfFg-OR-5bXa6gIo5wd0JVPkvJ2qM0gAJKVyeiDX1b5M-hTWIoPJ7dr3WhEqgBVd-qk5qSCAERGLO53TiL813BR5/s1600-h/Gabrielle+Sanchez+Carnelian+Earrings.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRKEgfICl-bPzgOVT2DOYPBdwvaql8XcZ5QTgFiGqKSIdjPFgPvmizjfFg-OR-5bXa6gIo5wd0JVPkvJ2qM0gAJKVyeiDX1b5M-hTWIoPJ7dr3WhEqgBVd-qk5qSCAERGLO53TiL813BR5/s200/Gabrielle+Sanchez+Carnelian+Earrings.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047165640595666818" /></a>Gabrielle Sanchez Carnelian Earrings $474.00<br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBSoZfhstFclwSw_RdNon7QXSt7tKoDxt3KmWchyaQAa2-kiv30GNygvhlM3XfPMpfNyCE5fapwqbwKhlmndx238eOtI-VV4VSuGEoSJ6SLGpBXi0BBnrsv3Rv1S46cVe1RN3auf-uGHAE/s1600-h/Jo+Ann+Williams+Pink+Branch+Coral+Necklace.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBSoZfhstFclwSw_RdNon7QXSt7tKoDxt3KmWchyaQAa2-kiv30GNygvhlM3XfPMpfNyCE5fapwqbwKhlmndx238eOtI-VV4VSuGEoSJ6SLGpBXi0BBnrsv3Rv1S46cVe1RN3auf-uGHAE/s200/Jo+Ann+Williams+Pink+Branch+Coral+Necklace.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047165881113835410" /></a>Jo Ann Williams Pink Branch Coral Necklace $848.00<br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUy43kmYSLQx7wywqZZgFySNNFNfPn5CRyRiD430HuZJwwaP81C7N7wk-Mv1ousSutagZUBzLKuOwYgEi8Q7owCUV8qLx4WLXdfQHB5Fxi278-i7VQ4mLHKwlvyRE6L9AdTDYG_E1ZgrJ1/s1600-h/Ten+Thousand+Things+Opal+Quarter+Moon+Necklace.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUy43kmYSLQx7wywqZZgFySNNFNfPn5CRyRiD430HuZJwwaP81C7N7wk-Mv1ousSutagZUBzLKuOwYgEi8Q7owCUV8qLx4WLXdfQHB5Fxi278-i7VQ4mLHKwlvyRE6L9AdTDYG_E1ZgrJ1/s200/Ten+Thousand+Things+Opal+Quarter+Moon+Necklace.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047166276250826658" /></a>Ten Thousand Things Opal Quarter Moon Necklace $1,000.00<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />...Or are you a shimmer of various shades, twinkling differently with each turn, reflecting everything, resembling nothing?</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRjsDVb9rVr36lWdIhs3yfI0VPHbhk5bX4ykeX5fQBm6COyPTsSo3Uy2y5IsrySjuYABzLm5-BVogSGCNgem29rzPOBUfMUmPfv4doqvm_USSdBTuihR9_1qpvSsn8oFckTFC0OjRdGE9M/s1600-h/Marie-Helene+de+Taillac+Ladylike+Sequin+Necklace.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRjsDVb9rVr36lWdIhs3yfI0VPHbhk5bX4ykeX5fQBm6COyPTsSo3Uy2y5IsrySjuYABzLm5-BVogSGCNgem29rzPOBUfMUmPfv4doqvm_USSdBTuihR9_1qpvSsn8oFckTFC0OjRdGE9M/s200/Marie-Helene+de+Taillac+Ladylike+Sequin+Necklace.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047166692862654386" /></a>Marie-Helene de Taillac Ladylike Sequin Necklace $5,690.00<br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilj6aFF8H5OTN-ZgMaX689TAOYJjqWI9Rd1K1BiiAd-6BfTQs1Ishnd66bjGQJ6EOiKwPkARxDgkpmNc96msled_pKpnYjObpdWZraNXF8DIvPltZrC7Czt_TKcQt3fITuU1j2JrlpiWbI/s1600-h/Lee+Angel+Spring+Chandelier+Earrings+.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilj6aFF8H5OTN-ZgMaX689TAOYJjqWI9Rd1K1BiiAd-6BfTQs1Ishnd66bjGQJ6EOiKwPkARxDgkpmNc96msled_pKpnYjObpdWZraNXF8DIvPltZrC7Czt_TKcQt3fITuU1j2JrlpiWbI/s200/Lee+Angel+Spring+Chandelier+Earrings+.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047167032165070786" /></a>Lee Angel Spring Chandelier Earrings $80.00<br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy5a5I2kQeXJ1UUi5pTMrcvu3ssKaoNQO9UyumtGRXDHkCxBnoMbVodld_SwMiNxLo_FjrT0PhT0U2myKuEBJgZVKgXltC5nG54m-VsS-spXhOx_tWDm1tkB_YJz0j-0JeeXTGmGY0LlcE/s1600-h/ronnie+kappos+twistonline.com.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy5a5I2kQeXJ1UUi5pTMrcvu3ssKaoNQO9UyumtGRXDHkCxBnoMbVodld_SwMiNxLo_FjrT0PhT0U2myKuEBJgZVKgXltC5nG54m-VsS-spXhOx_tWDm1tkB_YJz0j-0JeeXTGmGY0LlcE/s200/ronnie+kappos+twistonline.com.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047167307042977746" /></a>Ronnie Kappos Multi Colored Bracelet $100.00<br /><br />xox<br /><br />SHOP: All products except Chan Luu available at <a href="http://www.twistonline.com">Twist</a> and the amazing red coral leather bracelet? - available at <a href="http://www.fragments.com">Fragments</a>.emihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-7499236563031415332007-03-25T19:49:00.000-05:002007-03-25T21:28:13.344-05:00Captured in a Bottle - Spring's Innocence & Sensual Allure<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtNvUiPh1oSQFsqhHpTk8VUmNhMe2K4_unBR3CeWZPzgEBl3bBMA-Jd-cvrcE8onWPbqfynK7GDGopuQ0nxRxFPDStiZJ6jh8YyvL6Zezob0v_z2TNsqXJS6ZswwFB_w4fC_WsRvMktMqS/s1600-h/200285916-001.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtNvUiPh1oSQFsqhHpTk8VUmNhMe2K4_unBR3CeWZPzgEBl3bBMA-Jd-cvrcE8onWPbqfynK7GDGopuQ0nxRxFPDStiZJ6jh8YyvL6Zezob0v_z2TNsqXJS6ZswwFB_w4fC_WsRvMktMqS/s200/200285916-001.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5046054255979439954" /></a><br />A fragrance that captures the auras of a dream, or collects the ephemeral moments of a cherished memory, is as personal as it is unique and a hard find. Scientifically speaking, every perfume, no matter how pungent or light, smells differently on every individual, some mixing better with the body's natural scent. More so, the perfume that you will call "my fragrance" will be one that has captured traces of fond memories, a hint of what you consider ideal, traces of what fascinates and entices you.<br /><br />This spring, I found mine. Lolita Lempicka launched her second signature fragrance, <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2928691?Category=&Search=True&SearchType=keywordsearch&keyword=lolita+lempicka+in+All+Categories&origin=searchresults" target="_blank">"L" de Lolita Lempicka</a> since introducing her first, almost 10 years ago. The bottle looks like sea-glass, smoothed out into a heart shape by the sea, and has a gold mesh netting on top, as if to capture the treasure. As beautiful and charming as the bottle, the perfume is a dangerously feminine, musky but crisp, sweet but exotically sensual elixir...dreamlike, ethereal and intoxicating but still light and transparent.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPA6arql_BB6t__LGZiOXRUkbV9We9O3eZRgc4kiuZV4GWu4_6WbiVeNMxNKReVmGVDScXtIBev-6ShdnGWAOrG3bvQXUNUBMrZ_XvOcVoJFiNIDt806zG4MEI6uRlQq4g5M7M5ayZA2yX/s1600-h/MakeCappedImage.jpeg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPA6arql_BB6t__LGZiOXRUkbV9We9O3eZRgc4kiuZV4GWu4_6WbiVeNMxNKReVmGVDScXtIBev-6ShdnGWAOrG3bvQXUNUBMrZ_XvOcVoJFiNIDt806zG4MEI6uRlQq4g5M7M5ayZA2yX/s320/MakeCappedImage.jpeg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5046048964579731266" /></a><br />"L" perfectly blends the naive, fragile dreams of a girl who would sit on her windowsill for hours on a warm summer evening, with the allure of a woman who has harnessed her sensuality. <br /><br />xoxemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-37339246726302955302007-03-19T17:41:00.000-05:002007-03-19T17:53:08.214-05:00High Tech Beauty Rules - water fountain powder<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWDgHJs9sZyxFzCYCqq0nhKk9IOJeUp04RVz_6EtK19gmL1j40G8qZfe1bMAQ15unL9HfzVj-TTcEovOj-ojp3NTkBFjKNtnD6RPxk53PDLFHsu6WIBm4_cB89sCEW6xmssaKFgBYOb3Pk/s1600-h/71100720.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWDgHJs9sZyxFzCYCqq0nhKk9IOJeUp04RVz_6EtK19gmL1j40G8qZfe1bMAQ15unL9HfzVj-TTcEovOj-ojp3NTkBFjKNtnD6RPxk53PDLFHsu6WIBm4_cB89sCEW6xmssaKFgBYOb3Pk/s200/71100720.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5043771237110340754" /></a>Like standing just steps away from a cold, Brita-filtered waterfall, <a href="http://awakecosmetics.com/products/index.html">Awake’s Stardom Aqua Trans Powder</a> lightly mists your face for a healthy, flawless complexion. <br /><br />No, wait, that's not a bad simile on my part! The innovative formulation contains more than 77% water and moisturizing ingredients and while it looks like regular powder, the tinted, anti-oxidant packed particles turn into cool, hydrating molecules of water as soon as it touches the skin. <br /><br />Instantly feels as if the face has been misted by a fine layer of nourishing water and for long-term effects, the botanical powder prevents skin inflammation to balance the skin. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzezbQNzP0zO6vrplxMWhKdwhXjyBTrlkJ9KJeFPgIWaSXU4EdoQhWJaRivW9-Mi3gAmjAuvKb__XaQTqRDHOG9MK7ha_hFVqXL44aV6KrRHTSvRGU8gDRDIzuEcEV2rwzFEfcKVyLATr_/s1600-h/aquatrans.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzezbQNzP0zO6vrplxMWhKdwhXjyBTrlkJ9KJeFPgIWaSXU4EdoQhWJaRivW9-Mi3gAmjAuvKb__XaQTqRDHOG9MK7ha_hFVqXL44aV6KrRHTSvRGU8gDRDIzuEcEV2rwzFEfcKVyLATr_/s320/aquatrans.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5043770601455180930" /></a><br /><br />Comes in 5 corrective shades that match all skin tones but for the spring/summer season, I’m loving the bronzy Sand Dune 03 that leaves me glowing & hydrated. You've gotta feel this!<br /><br />xoxemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-85753086909766631832007-03-17T16:53:00.000-05:002007-03-17T19:15:40.783-05:00Hey Baby, Hey Baby, Hey: Japan Fashion Week! part 1The daring, fashion forward, serious-style packed fashion week has arrived in Tokyo for the 20th time this spring and the collections are gaining acclaim and the keen interest of fashionistas and fabric-connoisseurs around the world. <br /><br />A few of my favorite picks from the first days of Japan's fashion week as an introduction. I'm loving the use of various fabrics, varied textures, all layered upon another.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRy45_-rM-1lxh46M1WZ55DX56HAwBePyiq-aw0p6em6C9uIra1FQDAaf2mr3MMZr435OeTeT5h46uI4vSq2aM8PlKP1Do1R-LKler-1V26eNLoQVm_yBmJGgIaYimMYuQRbQO2HjjrSj0/s1600-h/ato.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRy45_-rM-1lxh46M1WZ55DX56HAwBePyiq-aw0p6em6C9uIra1FQDAaf2mr3MMZr435OeTeT5h46uI4vSq2aM8PlKP1Do1R-LKler-1V26eNLoQVm_yBmJGgIaYimMYuQRbQO2HjjrSj0/s320/ato.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5043025363862178450" /></a> <br /><br /><br /><strong>ato</strong> long leather vest over a romantic frilled grey knit sweater and red tights...can we say, sophisticated Victorian Punk!?<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmV-ODSg8bi1yCEhM8V64_iiKIYQ-50ueOxrxVmG9aqCrtwLYotVJnfV9PzxqB2OP7z6Cfr1ilKf-78pVehu2LKlUEywCSjGCgf05zzgoHtElTttwrTjurZguvvf9Adal_NdC6avlN9qyS/s1600-h/ne-net.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmV-ODSg8bi1yCEhM8V64_iiKIYQ-50ueOxrxVmG9aqCrtwLYotVJnfV9PzxqB2OP7z6Cfr1ilKf-78pVehu2LKlUEywCSjGCgf05zzgoHtElTttwrTjurZguvvf9Adal_NdC6avlN9qyS/s320/ne-net.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5043025741819300514" /></a> <br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>ne-net</strong> the sweetest, softest, creme knit shoulder poncho matched with tough hardcore Canadian boots. A Japanese take on Marc Jacobs meets Michael Kors.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnky2tzTj09wvjHUxTKzFjBFVmsmQV8Mbwly6t9n73fRfBdGpFoL4WsM8gGwG98QGIhS_lZeyY505USCGrsV9J2sLDQ6-F67vd1f_KEM3wQ7hctnO2N2xc-2GgVnAfjlW7xGJYbcEwC50k/s1600-h/hiroko+koshino.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnky2tzTj09wvjHUxTKzFjBFVmsmQV8Mbwly6t9n73fRfBdGpFoL4WsM8gGwG98QGIhS_lZeyY505USCGrsV9J2sLDQ6-F67vd1f_KEM3wQ7hctnO2N2xc-2GgVnAfjlW7xGJYbcEwC50k/s320/hiroko+koshino.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5043025960862632626" /></a> <br /><br /><br /><strong>hiroko koshino</strong> although deceivingly simple at first glance, the structured detail on the shoulders and tougher sleeves paired with knee high leather boots perfectly offset the demure, curved out line of the dress.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEholej95Dw961_R1wmV3-OHGcFzR0ALTMd25hRRAtieTM-a_7LBhCQTjBLc9SuTOwG_DwX_VUiEaAel7m9Iu-XG1OccQde_2owOIeevAII1AFajNSyg91zSgMWLbMIiH_443rSvs0PBahgV/s1600-h/everlasting+sprout.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEholej95Dw961_R1wmV3-OHGcFzR0ALTMd25hRRAtieTM-a_7LBhCQTjBLc9SuTOwG_DwX_VUiEaAel7m9Iu-XG1OccQde_2owOIeevAII1AFajNSyg91zSgMWLbMIiH_443rSvs0PBahgV/s320/everlasting+sprout.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5043026192790866626" /></a> <br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>everlasting sprout</strong> a cozy take on this summer's hottest item -a cashmere grey button down romper with loose, flowy sleeves and a cinched waist. Layer over the knee socks for the cutest at-home look. <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />...and three from my favorite designer from the first two days:<strong>yuma koshino</strong>. Chunky knit sweaters with french-style sleeves, silky draped hoods, LV-like flowers in the hair, big chunky chain necklace, fur collar detail (hoping it's faux...) with a romantic big bow, she gets everything right.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9w1fto3yXNOHE0EzqpV2jT3uHmjKdE8fY1nJ2jdktyAQ9bH2ZLzO2pCIRlA96uVQA9eDsucrxDS5T37zZrb1IASTX8M_s1WXYQwKWIdyJc-tHkd8ElxJyWMnKPwIXqiaNgHwx5MihTxlK/s1600-h/yuma+koshino.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9w1fto3yXNOHE0EzqpV2jT3uHmjKdE8fY1nJ2jdktyAQ9bH2ZLzO2pCIRlA96uVQA9eDsucrxDS5T37zZrb1IASTX8M_s1WXYQwKWIdyJc-tHkd8ElxJyWMnKPwIXqiaNgHwx5MihTxlK/s320/yuma+koshino.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5043026489143610066" /></a> <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguLpNJvpk0pP05n3Q2rzg5TmfqOmUMMLXNofQfD-7ZF0o3W1qVMSNn9i6tCLW1jkRuBw5DH1nseluwLocu1Vq2F51iWVSCKlkYtywsuSY8fISeE1iHP-kZNiaPSRwU5ERFIsaDv7jZba_L/s1600-h/yuma+koshino+2.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguLpNJvpk0pP05n3Q2rzg5TmfqOmUMMLXNofQfD-7ZF0o3W1qVMSNn9i6tCLW1jkRuBw5DH1nseluwLocu1Vq2F51iWVSCKlkYtywsuSY8fISeE1iHP-kZNiaPSRwU5ERFIsaDv7jZba_L/s320/yuma+koshino+2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5043027683144518370" /></a> <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2-crtdi6glyb3-I8viZlgJ6iv9MKrtkXGO5tjyzKgY-B3eL9wzSsHWjZilBGTYx7RxddLvQZxGVStBc5XoJX1lCoW8_QaxsqjJ_WQON7nN_QZP8c_V6lUEwXhx_1J-UHNvTVVZ1gZ9gev/s1600-h/yuma+koshino+3.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2-crtdi6glyb3-I8viZlgJ6iv9MKrtkXGO5tjyzKgY-B3eL9wzSsHWjZilBGTYx7RxddLvQZxGVStBc5XoJX1lCoW8_QaxsqjJ_WQON7nN_QZP8c_V6lUEwXhx_1J-UHNvTVVZ1gZ9gev/s320/yuma+koshino+3.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5043030285894699778" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />xoxemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-42482594401795030862007-03-16T23:02:00.000-05:002007-03-16T23:06:56.238-05:00Just awesome...<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAVdVEmXtlx2UTv7FVdTsSTcdvAV-7eysNDUV_ombMCrKbUyMp6NJoTczV0oXxS-RbxB8O9rzxZr6nunhD9P2c72ghrpO-SweyRyfufEmMq5wJ_fkZbnc3oHFCnxY5hFEIB9QAnzxGtzod/s1600-h/0000169.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAVdVEmXtlx2UTv7FVdTsSTcdvAV-7eysNDUV_ombMCrKbUyMp6NJoTczV0oXxS-RbxB8O9rzxZr6nunhD9P2c72ghrpO-SweyRyfufEmMq5wJ_fkZbnc3oHFCnxY5hFEIB9QAnzxGtzod/s320/0000169.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5042739048457325186" /></a><br />Melting Love Pendant by Yayoi Inada <br />14 karats of melting desire at a not-too-bad $275<br />love love love at <a href="http://www.mattermatters.com" target="_blank">Matter Matters</a>emihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-59708443546238179922007-03-16T13:44:00.000-05:002007-03-16T23:12:33.003-05:00Rockin' the High Fashion Main Stream<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuFD3e3cWtJ86BmfpNL8cNach52cCfI4E_mp2XjwUA-qEdPzKTIzMO8A5HxnBOhzUGQkUdIqtEQv9vG9H2_vP4Tvx6-z805cU95wtvQ6SEGmKuoyVRvu3PfVbCrzyo_ViLcfqL2f8bLPnQ/s1600-h/marieclaire.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuFD3e3cWtJ86BmfpNL8cNach52cCfI4E_mp2XjwUA-qEdPzKTIzMO8A5HxnBOhzUGQkUdIqtEQv9vG9H2_vP4Tvx6-z805cU95wtvQ6SEGmKuoyVRvu3PfVbCrzyo_ViLcfqL2f8bLPnQ/s320/marieclaire.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5042630617712970242" /></a> Can it be? An Asian model on the cover & feature story in Time Style & Design magazine...and the talented & charming (in all her moody-charismatic ways) Sandra Oh as the feature starlet of Marie Claire...<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWyFpU9Y0ohsiQ_paxaAmu0IX-uarn-0uNNVlLlL9asYE8aa78VOcqPc3vvaP3_aYR6Yphb5_MvbTZ2e3EBLBInFCCK7bSGBDZExJdyCloZJPokkP6baLqTw6ql3ttNvctxUaUWbEbTRkj/s1600-h/elle+access.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWyFpU9Y0ohsiQ_paxaAmu0IX-uarn-0uNNVlLlL9asYE8aa78VOcqPc3vvaP3_aYR6Yphb5_MvbTZ2e3EBLBInFCCK7bSGBDZExJdyCloZJPokkP6baLqTw6ql3ttNvctxUaUWbEbTRkj/s320/elle+access.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5042717178483853922" /></a><br />...a fashion story featuring Ai Tominaga, bare with only the hottest accessories draped over her, in the industry-coveted Elle Accessories magazine...<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu07uHYhXy6zKQNjAinEtzH5JnnzB5iFYoxswsr2_crdUd6Kz0CoB_fSOkLx5lrrLuNs5Q3VTaJW3KlMAqnc9lZNP870hoesxEo_nPhWuFNZ6Yqy0QhIuvM3aYRMVfeN-Bp6jFlZAhLZWd/s1600-h/gp-otf-out07471odv01.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu07uHYhXy6zKQNjAinEtzH5JnnzB5iFYoxswsr2_crdUd6Kz0CoB_fSOkLx5lrrLuNs5Q3VTaJW3KlMAqnc9lZNP870hoesxEo_nPhWuFNZ6Yqy0QhIuvM3aYRMVfeN-Bp6jFlZAhLZWd/s320/gp-otf-out07471odv01.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5042630372899834354" /></a> ...the spring advertising campaign for mass-marketers like Gap, Banana Republic and even the posh-y Neiman Marcus. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHiCzykvKMua17ept77xpg-RbroI4-wo0BbjRUdZ1GG5uYTd9a04OgS9k6S0Qhyphenhyphen37uvjQZJsM9JQmPStmUtAMl1f1lRNqzzBOOCVLYDqcBG2bTfZkG8KP9xT02R89W-5fPd2jxsdmcGr7I/s1600-h/nm.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHiCzykvKMua17ept77xpg-RbroI4-wo0BbjRUdZ1GG5uYTd9a04OgS9k6S0Qhyphenhyphen37uvjQZJsM9JQmPStmUtAMl1f1lRNqzzBOOCVLYDqcBG2bTfZkG8KP9xT02R89W-5fPd2jxsdmcGr7I/s320/nm.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5042717397527186034" /></a> Show'em girls, it's about time the high fashion media featured beautiful, cover-worthy girls en force. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN4500D6KzJf2ae4vHlI_ljLZPrYzPE5nX6FMgKMVujHYtIo49wF-9kJMsZ2WWCvR6ZjJQ2N2DagCvRndH07LojD3UiavQEkFNo2RpqfTgPPBUuCuSh3J7fhgSTNF_hd_5zAB6vN92jigJ/s1600-h/178844627_86fb1a9e38.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN4500D6KzJf2ae4vHlI_ljLZPrYzPE5nX6FMgKMVujHYtIo49wF-9kJMsZ2WWCvR6ZjJQ2N2DagCvRndH07LojD3UiavQEkFNo2RpqfTgPPBUuCuSh3J7fhgSTNF_hd_5zAB6vN92jigJ/s200/178844627_86fb1a9e38.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5042638043711425042" /></a> <br /><br /><br />Yes, some props to the sexy, gutsy, "Madonna of MySpace" Tila Tequila, too.<br />xoxemihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7546259120547493809.post-70363441633262336582007-03-13T19:56:00.000-05:002007-03-13T20:46:43.341-05:00a-ha! Beauty Trick #4: Fickle & Easy Scent-to-Go<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYuc408rcfOD_m3MUIR-SVLfT54YD51JS1gQfBZOPHpEZcIb-fyYLeRO8Eghkq160Pa7XR9jyDcgTw7elDDqWTQtKz6gxGoahQ_gh0fQd563B3gceMe5h4Ef4gdKCfX0cqdqHuH4_842gK/s1600-h/emilio+pucci+metal+and+wood+box-frame+clutch.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYuc408rcfOD_m3MUIR-SVLfT54YD51JS1gQfBZOPHpEZcIb-fyYLeRO8Eghkq160Pa7XR9jyDcgTw7elDDqWTQtKz6gxGoahQ_gh0fQd563B3gceMe5h4Ef4gdKCfX0cqdqHuH4_842gK/s320/emilio+pucci+metal+and+wood+box-frame+clutch.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5041589534820288978" /></a><br />I'm the type that carries make-up, trinkets, candy bars or fruity mints with me at all times. I hardly ever manage just a small clutch or slender pouch when I step out of my apt - even for late nite ventures. <br /><br />I've gradually managed to cut down on my tote-age via ways like dipping sponge eyeshadow applicators eye shadow at home and carrying the sticks in a thin mirror compact or using a <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P12343&categoryId=B70" target="_blank">folder-over mini eyelash curler</a> (a must for my straight, short asian eye lashes!)<br /><br />But, my absolute favorite one so far is the to-go, completely flat perfume strips! Cheap, yes, but a lot easier for clumsy or slipperly hands and definitely more fun since you get to try a different scent each time according to your mood! <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjczBLrcsw84vziNHDa8XDlL4P7PmsIRZPDi4PrexUPIwcBlXmd1BZR2qRPMc_PlMbvbVQ5erebFBuEpD5sg2kzB1xt6lyJ4N1zipZB7CkY1AVPZSPv4IEZjr579ViO0NcYZVDogPIJMyy/s1600-h/girl+with+perfume.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjczBLrcsw84vziNHDa8XDlL4P7PmsIRZPDi4PrexUPIwcBlXmd1BZR2qRPMc_PlMbvbVQ5erebFBuEpD5sg2kzB1xt6lyJ4N1zipZB7CkY1AVPZSPv4IEZjr579ViO0NcYZVDogPIJMyy/s320/girl+with+perfume.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5041589689439111650" /></a>1. Flip through any women's magazine and find a perfume advertisement strip.<br />2. Without opening the fold, tear the folded strip part off so you have a long folded rectangle.<br />3. Tear the strip in three equal parts & put in wallet or clutch or back jeans pocket. <br />4. Later, for a little pickup boost, use the middle strip to rub on neck (it has the most fragrance), and the two side parts for your wrists & maybe even some for your hair!? <br /><br />Just watch out for paper cuts!! <br /><br />Dumb, yes, a little bit, but infinitely fun~ will probably help you decide which perfume to purchase for next season too!<br /><br />xox<br /><br />PS. The wooden clutch on top is one of my obsessions from the Emilio Pucci Fall 2007 shows!emihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07203432592525263800noreply@blogger.com