Thu., Nov. 19, 2009 3:28 PM PST by Sydne Summer
Things we want to buy today…
1. Warm It: Fabulous Furs faux fur ice scraper, 'cause who says you can't clean your car in style? $25.
2. Accessorize It: Twisted Silver Hip Hoop Bling, for lightweight sparkle; $25.
3. Define It: Benefit Brows a-go-go, for a kit that includes it all—even mini tweezers! $38.
4. Slit It: Dolce Vita Simone dress, for a subtly sexy back; $168.
5. Sequin It: Steve Madden Broxy bag, to add some sparkle to our nighttime look; $38.
6. Feminine It: Bebe sweetheart lace top, to sweeten up our leather leggings; $79.
7. Bark It: Old Navy plaid dog coat, for a preppy pooch; $14.50.
8. Starpless J. Crew Ikat bow monde dress, for slightly ethnic holiday party attire; $250.
9. Jersey It: Marciano Tupelo belted top, to wear on our next date; $98.
10. Stud It: Free People Nail Head cuff bootie, 'cause the padded footbed makes these edgy wedges super comfy; $178.
Thu., Nov. 19, 2009 10:52 AM PST by Staff
Miracle Product: Hair Fix Organic Dry Shampoo and Vegan Applicator Brush; $19.95, $15.95.
They Say: The powder absorbs oil, masks odor and adds volume to unwashed hair. It comes in three shades (brown, black & white) to help disguise thinning areas. Use the brush for easy application.
We Say: Keep reading for reviews from Style staffers!
Pros: My hair held it's pony tail better than normal and it didn't get greasy.
Cons: The brush applicator was a waste of plastic. Impossible to use!
—Amanda B., Photo
Wed., Nov. 18, 2009 6:00 PM PST by Sydne Summer
Last night, Paris Hilton took over the rooftop at the Thompson Beverly Hills hotel to launch her latest beauty products, the Celebrity Styler ($64.99) and the Ultimate Brush ($9.99). Everything was pink: the lighting, the spicy tuna rolls, the heiress' dress and, of course, the new styling tools.
The hair-and-beauty collection was designed for the girl-on-the-go. The brush promises quick drying time, while the iron/curler lets you switch up hairstyles in a heartbeat, going from pretty Paris waves to pin-straight Nicky Hilton locks.
Speaking of Nicky, she was right on trend in a striped dress, supporting her sis alongside parents Kathy and Rick, Aunt Kyle Richards and Doug Reinhardt. Also at the bash were Paris' former BFFs from her reality series (guess she didn't really mean TTYN!). While some kept it simple in cute LBDs, others pranced around in ridiculously short skirts and enough embellishment to decorate the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree.
And there was almost as much fur as there was bling. When she wasn't posing for pics, Paris stayed warm in a light gray vest, while other guests went for cropped jackets like this Fabulous Fur one.
Meanwhile, across the country, another star was showing off her love for animal skin with the new Jimmy Choo for H&M zebra clutch. Find out who in mystyle's Soiree Style gallery.
Tue., Nov. 17, 2009 2:00 PM PST by Staff
In our weekly Test Drive features, staffers weigh in on products so you don't have to waste your money at the beauty counter. Well, now we're conducting style test drive-bys on the street!
Click play to see what our discerning testers think of Pacifica's Tuscan Blood Orange Solid Perfume ($9).
Tue., Nov. 17, 2009 12:00 PM PST by Danielle Datu
Look as radiant as ever this winter with luxury skincare line Davi. The four-piece collection is gloriously fragrant thanks to a unique blend of grape and fermented wine extracts, green tea, raspberry, black currant, bilberry, rosemary and olive leaf.
Our fave? It's a tie between the Moscato D'Oro Purifying Cleanser and the Le Grand Cru Face Cream (there's also a Harvest Mist Toner and Vine Fresh SPF 30 Lotion). They not only made our skin feel instantly refreshed and smooth, they also made it appear brighter. It was as if we had just gotten a facial!
Experience it for yourself (they have a men's line, too!) when you use mystyle's 10 percent discount.
Head over to mystyle's Exclusive Discounts gallery for the promo code—which doesn't expire, BTW!
Mon., Nov. 16, 2009 4:34 PM PST by Sydne Summer
Bangs can beautifully frame a face, highlighting a woman's sparkling eyes or chiseled cheekbones.
But fringe isn't for everyone.
Case in point: Hayden Panettiere, who recently showed off a new cropped 'do at The Whaleman Foundation Benefit.
Instead of framing her feminine features, the bangs and severe middle part had a witching effect on the Heroes star—making her nose look bigger and chin pointier. Hayden's heart-shaped face is much better suited to soft, sideswept layers.
Or do you prefer her new hairstyle?
Sound off in the poll below, and then head over to mystyle's Baby Got Bang! gallery to vote haute or not on more fringed stars!
Mon., Nov. 16, 2009 1:00 PM PST by StyleSpy
What can I do to get the popular vamp look without overdoing it?
—Jessica, via the Ask Style inbox
Vampire mania isn't going anywhere, especially with the second installment of the Twilight saga, New Moon, coming out on Friday. For those who don't like it, too bloody bad! It's even spilled into the style world. When the dark trend is done subtly, it can look dead sexy. Otherwise, piling on too many vampy elements will make you look like a Hot Topic employee.
Fri., Nov. 13, 2009 2:00 PM PST by Sydne Summer
The '80s have been back for a while now, so seeing blue eye shadow on the red carpet is no surprise. In fact, the color is one of the hottest makeup trends for winter.
But blue eye shadow and a cobalt dress? That can be a little much.
At an awards gala last night, Eva Longoria Parker took inspiration from her Ina Soltani dress and went overboard with a lighter shade of blue on her lids. At least Kate Walsh broke up the Smurf palette with a bold lip during her Letterman appearance a couple days before.
What do you think of the trend? Vote in the poll below, then head over to mystyle's Don't Try These Trends at Home gallery to see celebrity style we really hate!
Wed., Nov. 11, 2009 1:47 PM PST by StyleSpy
Can you please tell me which makeup looks I should be wearing this season?
—Victoria, via the Ask Style inbox
To put it briefly: Unexpected color. Makeup artists are in love with blue and purple eye shadows. Bronze is also making a comeback in a big way; I attended a photo shoot the other day featuring the stunning Abbie Cornish; the bronze shade used by the makeup artist made her honey-colored eyes all the more unforgettable.
Tue., Nov. 10, 2009 6:00 PM PST by Danielle Datu
I love the look of voluminous lashes as much as the next girl, but you wouldn't know it, given my track record. I'm terrible at following through with any beauty regimen: I don't bother using nightly eyelash treatments; I don't wear mascara because it's a pain to scrub off; and I have no patience for gluing on falsies. But when LuxLash, a specialty salon for lashes and brows, offered to apply lash extensions on me at their Beverly Hills location, I jumped at the chance—and, boy, was it awesome!
Tue., Nov. 10, 2009 10:00 AM PST by Sydne Summer
Some people can go to sleep with their hair in rollers or on top of their head in a scrunchie and wake up with gorgeous volume. Women with finer locks aren't so lucky. Unless they wash their hair in the morning their hair is flat, flat, flat all day!
If you're a fine-haired woman who likes to sleep in, dry shampoo could trim some time from your morning routine. Just shower and blowdry your hair before bed and then spray the product onto your roots when you wake up. Instant volume!
I use Unite Eurotherapy's 7Seconds Dry shampoo for a superquick styling refresher. Can't make it to one of the many salons that sell the morning miracle worker? Sephora carries Oscar Blandi's Pronto dry shampoo spray, another timesaver that delivers voluminous results.
Sat., Nov. 7, 2009 10:00 AM PST by Staff
Shop Michelle Obama's fabulous leopard-print-cardigan look for less!
Our super-stealth StyleSpy reveals which foundations give the best dewy, full-coverage and long-lasting finishes.
Rihanna may have talked openly to Diane Sawyer about her volatile relationship with Chris Brown, but her dress spoke volumes. See what we mean!
This statement necklace is just what you need to go from drab to fab—and it's currently 27 percent off! Shop the must-have accessory in our Top Steals of the Week gallery.
Fri., Nov. 6, 2009 10:00 AM PST by Staff
In our weekly Test Drive features, staffers weigh in on products so you don't have to waste your money at the beauty counter. Well, now we're conducting style test drive-bys on the street!
Click play to see what our discerning testers think of CoverGirl's Wetslicks Amazemint Lip Gloss ($6.25).
Thu., Nov. 5, 2009 2:59 PM PST by Staff
Miracle Product: Epicuren Hydrating Mineral Mask ($12)
They Say: The mask leaves normal to dry skin feeling moisturized, soft and supple.
We Say: Keep reading for reviews from Style staffers!
Pros: After two uses, my dry skin felt fresh and moisturized.
Cons: I didn't feel a difference after the first application.
—Grace Borrero, Development
Wed., Nov. 4, 2009 4:00 PM PST by StyleSpy
I would love to find the perfect foundation for a dewy look, a full coverage look and a last-all-day look. I am not afraid to spend the money because I want my confidence back!
—Mira, via the Ask Style inbox
My testers and I have sifted through dozens of brands, happily recommending our favorites in the "dewy" department, plus what works well for full coverage.
Now, onward to a new category: the long-lasting foundation. Great news on that front. Several of our testers singled out a brand that almost anyone can afford: CoverGirl. The brand recently rolled out their Simply Ageless foundation, which combines foundation with the anti-aging ingredients found in Olay products, and the results are sensational.