A/W '10 MAC Cosmetics Face Charts February 14th

Eyes:
Pearlglide Intense Liner in Black Line (Available April 2010) – smudged into
the eyelid and the lower lash line
FACE:
Face and Body Foundation – applied to the entire face for a light, sheer finish
Prep + Prime TRANSPARENT FINISHING Powder – lightly brushed over the foundation to set
Powder Blush in Fleur Power, Prism or Mocha – brushed across
the cheekbones to contour
Lip:
Lip Conditioner (Tube) – applied to the lip for moisture




Eyes:
Cream Colour Base in Tint, Dusk (Pro Only) and Fawntastic - applied to
the inner brow corner where needed
Techna kohl Eye Liner in Plank - used to line the lower lash line
FACE:
Full Coverage Foundation and Strobe Cream - blended together and
applied to entire face for a sheer coverage
Lip:
Lipstick in Lady Danger - applied inside the natural
lip line for an angular shape




Eyes:
M·A·C Pro Crème Liner in Black – applied to the eye area, eyelid to brow bone
M·A·C Pro Pigment in Corn Flower – brushed out from the inner eye corner
on the upper lash line using a M·A·C 213 Brush
M·A·C Pro Pigment in Steel Blue – brushed out from the inner eye corner
on the lower lash line using a M·A·C 213 Brush
M·A·C Pro Glitter in 3D Silver – layered over the pigment in the
inner corner of the eye
Zoom Lash Mascara in Zoomblack – copiously applied to the lash
Ey e Kohl in Smolder – to line the lower inner rim of the eye
FACE:
Studio Sculpt Foundation – applied to the entire face,
for natural yet flawless skin
SELECT MoistureCover Concealer – applied where needed
Shading Powder in Sculpt and Lightsweep – lightly brushed along
the cheekbones and temple area
Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder – swept across the skin
to set the foundation for a matte face
Lip:
M·A·C Pro Lip Erase in Dim – applied to the lip



Eyes:
Lipstick in The Prowl (Available Fall 2010) – washed over the eyelid
with a M·A·C 217 Brush for a shiny texture
Lip Conditioner (Tube) – dabbed into the inner corners of the eye to highlight
FACE:
Careblends Essential Oil – massaged into the skin
Mineralize All-Over Lotion and Stud io Moisture Tint Foundation
– blended to gether and applied to the entire face for a dewy skin finish
Lipstick in Kittenish (Available Fall 2010) – dabbed onto the cheeks with
fingers and massaged along the cheekbone
Lip:
Lipstick in Kittenish (Available Fall 2010) – sparingly appllied to
the inner lip with the point of the lipstick

A/W '10 MAC Cosmetics Face Charts February 13th

MAC addicts, here are more face charts for you to try out from NYFW February 13th...

Eyes:
Studio Sculpt Concealer – applied over the eyelid
Set Powder in Invisible – powdered over the
eye area to set concealer
Pigment in With Legal – swept over the concealed eyelid from
lash to brow and in the inner eye corner
Irid escent Powder in Silver Dusk – lightly applied to the inner
eye corner and under the brow bone
Studio Fix Lash – applied to top and bottom lash
FACE :
Studio Sculpt SPF Foundation– applied all over the face
Set Powder in Invisible – brushed over the skin to
set the foundation for a matte finish
Irid escent Powder in Silver Dusk – light ly brushed on cheekbones
Lip:
Lip Pencil in Currant – lined around the natural shape
of the mouth , for perfect lip definition
Lipstick in Kittenish – applied all over lip with a M·A·C 242 Brush
Mineralize Eye shadow Duo in My Dark Magic – lightly applied
over lipstick with fingertips



Eyes:
Eye Shadow in Soba – lightly washed over the eyelid
Gloss Texture - layered onto the eye shadow to add shine
FACE :
Face and Body Foundation – lightly buffed onto the entire face
Prep + Prime TRANSPARENT FINISHING POWDER – Brushed across the entire face
to set the foundation for matte skin
M·A·C Pro Sculpting Powder in Sculpt– lightly brushed onto
the cheekbones to contour
Pigment in Vanilla and White (Pro On ly) – layered over the sculpt powder
to the cheekbones to hi ghlight
Strobe Liquid – dabbed onto the cheekbones and above the eye to highlight the skin
Lip:
Lip Pencil in Ch erry – lined off the natural shape of th e lip
and filled in for a slightly rounder mouth
Pigment in Red – layered onto the lip pencil to matt e the lip


Eyes:
Face and Body Foundation – applied to the eyelids using fingertips
M·A·C Pro Set Powder in Invisible – brushed over the eyelid
after using Face and Body Foundation
Iridescent Powder in Silver Dusk – lightly brush edall over
eye area using a M·A·C 224 Brush
FACE :
Face and Body Foundati on – applied to the face and neck
usin g fingertips to give a matte, light coverage
M·A·C Pro Sculpting Powder in Shadowy – lightly brushed below the
cheekbone using a M·A·C 116 Brush to contour the cheeks
M·A·C Pro Set Powder in Invisible: lightly applied to entire face to set
Lip:
Lip Pencil in Cherry – lined around the edges of the lip
Matt e Lipsti ck in Ruby Woo – dabbed over the entire lip for full coverage
M·A·C Pro Glitter in Turquoise – gently brush ed over the entire lip with a wet brush
M·A·C Pro Glitter in 3D Silver – applied to the centre of the lip



Eyes:
Eye Kohl Pencil in Smolder – penciled along upper
lash line and smudged into eyelid
Lipglass in Fancy Cat (Available Fall 2010) – applied and smudged
into the eyelid up to the brow bone
Lipstick in Kittenish (Available Fall 2010) – smudged under the eye as liner
M·A·C Pro Studio Fix Mascara in Black Fix – applied to curled lashes
FACE :
Careblends Essential Oils – massaged into the face for dewy skin
Studio Sculpt Foundation – applied to the entire face for full coverage
Blot Powder Loose – to set the foundation for a smooth finish
Lip:
Lip Conditioner SPF 15 – blotted down and covered
with foundation to give a nude, minimal lip

Eyes:
M·A·C Pro Cream Colour Bas e in Mid-tone Sepia and Paint Stick in Deep Brown
– blended together and applied to the eyelid and under the eye
Studio Finish Skin Corrector in Terra cotta – dabbed into the crease of
the eyelid and under the lower lash line
Gloss Texture – layered over cream colour base all over the eyelid
Chromaline in Black – lining the upper lash line and the outer corner of the eye
FACE :
Select Moisturecover Concealer – applied where needed
Lip:
Left bare

Kate Moss for Longchamp

I am in love...

A/W '10 Mac Cosmetics Face Charts February 12th

If you are like me, you have been drooling over all of the amazing A/W 2010 collections. An important part of these shows is also the amazing work done by the make-up artists. Below are a few face charts done by MAC Cosmetics artists that you can replicate.

EYES:
LEFT BARE
FACE:
STUDIO MOISTURE TINT – BUFFED WITH BRUSH AND
APPLIED TO THE SKIN WHERE NEEDED
STROBE CREAM – APPLIED WITH FINGERTIPS TO THE SKIN WHERE NEEDED
LIP:
MATTE LIPSTICK IN RUSSIAN RED AND LADY DANGER – LAYERED ONTO THE LIP
LIP PENCIL IN REDD – APPLIED AROUND THE SHAPE OF THE UPPER LIP
AND SLIGHTLY OVERDRAWN AT THE LOWER LIP LINE

EYES:
EYE SHADOW IN PINK FREEZE – BRUSHED ALONG THE LOWER LASH LINE
EYE SHADOW IN QUITE SPOILED (AVAILABLE FALL 2010) – SOFTLY APPLIED
TO THE CREASE OF THE EYELID
EYE SHADOW IN BEAUTIFUL IRIS AND QUITE SPOILED– LAYERED AND WINGED OUT
HORIZONTALLY FROM THE OUTER CORNER OF THE EYE
FACE:
STUDIO MOISTURECOVER CONCEALER – APPLIED TO THE NOSE,
EYELIDS AND UNDER THE EYES, FOR A SATIN FINISH
BLOT POWDER – DABBED INTO THE SHINE AREAS
MINERALIZE SKINFINISH NATURAL – BRUSHED ALONG THE CHEEKBONES AND TEMPLES TO CONTOUR
THE FACE
LIP:
M·A·C PRO CREAM COLOUR BASE IN PINK – DABBED ONTO THE CENTRE OF THE LIP

EYES:
PIGMENT IN GOLDEN LEMON – APPLIED WET ONTO THE EYELID
FIX+ - BLENDED WITH THE PIGMENT TO ACTIVATE THE COLOUR
M·A·C PRO PIGMENT IN WHITE – PRESSED INTO CENTRE OF THE EYELID
GLITTER IN REFLECTS GOLD – PRESSED OVER THE PIGMENT IN WHITE
INTO THE CENTRE OF THE EYELID
FACE:
SELECT COVER-UP CONCEALER – APPLIED WHERE NEEDED
STROBE CREAM – USED AS A HIGHLIGHTER ACROSS THE CHEEKBONES, BROW
AND ABOVE THE LIP FOR A LUMINOUS, SATIN FINISH
LIP:
LIP CONDITIONER – MATTED TO PRODUCE A NATURAL, WINTER LIP

EYES:
PIGMENT IN PLATINUM – APPLIED WET ONTO THE EYELID
FIX+ - BLENDED WITH THE PIGMENT TO ACTIVATE THE COLOUR
M·A·C PRO PIGMENT IN WHITE – PRESSED INTO CENTRE OF THE EYELID
GLITTER IN REFLECTS SILVER – PRESSED OVER THE PIGMENT IN WHITE
INTO THE CENTRE OF THE EYELID
FACE:
SELECT COVER-UP CONCEALER – APPLIED WHERE NEEDED
STROBE CREAM – USED AS A HIGHLIGHTER ACROSS THE CHEEKBONES, BROW AND
ABOVE THE LIP FOR A LUMINOUS, SATIN FINISH
LIP:
LIP CONDITIONER – MATTED TO PRODUCE A NATURAL, WINTER LIP

A/W MAC Cosmetics Face Charts February 11th

As I am sure you know, New York Fashion week is under way and MAC is getting the models gorg and ready to rip the runway. Here are two looks from yesterday's runway shows: Vena Cava and L.A.M.B.

Eyes:
M·A·C Pro Powder Blush in Taupe – Softly brushed
along the crease of the eyelid
Style Predator Eye Shadow – Brushed over
the whole eyelid
M·A·C Pro Shine Wax – App lied over the
eye shadow on the eyelid
M·A·C Pro Lash in Black – App lied only
to the upper eyelashes
FACE:
Select Cover-Up Concealer – App lied to
the skin as foundation
M·A·C Pro Cream Colour Base in Bronze and Mid-tone Sepia
– Brushed across forehead and cheekbones for
a slightly windblown effect
M·A·C Pro Shine Wax – Applied over the Cream Colour Base
across the bridge of the nose to give a dewy finish
Lip:
Lipmix in Red – Applied to the natural shape of the lip,
to give a sophisticated, matte mouth

Eyes:
Eye Kohl in Smolder and Fluidline in Blacktrack
- blended and smudged around and into the eyelid
for a feline-shaped eye
Lip Treatment – dabbed on eyelid over eye kohl
for a wet look effect
FACE:
Face and Body Foundation - Applied all over
face to give pale, doll-like skin
Lip:
Lipmix in Crimson (PRO only) and Burgundy – Blended
together and applied to the lip
Lip Pencil in Burgundy – app lied around the lip to give
an over-drawn shape to the mouth

Primped & Proper Loves Gee Beauty

Exactly two weeks ago, my life changed – I discovered Gee Beauty. Where has this magical place been all my life? They have been around for 5 years and no one thought to tell me?! I feel betrayed, but I will be okay, as long as this incredible place does not cease to exist. What is Gee Beauty and why is it so great, you ask? Well, it is a place every woman should go. Above are the four glamorous women who run this great place. They do everything from facials, make-up applications, brow shaping and “down below” waxing. I was headed over to Cuba and I needed some pampering before my trip. Bored with my regular place, I searched for something better, I discovered Gee Beauty, and decided to try them. When describing Gee, the only word that comes to mind is – incredible. I walked in and instantly felt gorgeous. The staff was super nice not to mention uber chic and fabulous. The woman that did my wax was amazing. She was quick, professional and super friendly, not to mention that she made me feel so comfortable in an extremely uncomfortable situation. I will never ever go anywhere else. I am hooked for life. I strongly urge, the beautiful woman of Toronto to try Gee Beauty. You will not regret it. Go ahead - get gorgeous.

Gee Beauty
2 Roxborough Street West
Toronto, Ontario
416 486 0080

Obsession du Jour

Just looking at these Givenchy S/S '10 wedges, I can picture myself stumbling down a flight of stairs. It's cool though, you only live once and therefore you should rock the dopest shoes possible. These skyscrapers will set you back about $1100, but in my opinion, they are worth every single penny.

xoxoxo

RIP Alexander McQueen

Today is truly a sad day in fashion. Alexander McQueen, 40, was found dead in his London apartment this morning at 10:20 am. McQueen’s talent will never ever be forgotten or surpassed. His contemporary line, McQ, was scheduled to be shown today at New York Fashion week. This loss is tragic and extremely heartbreaking. He will forever be missed. Rest in peace.

Below are a few of my favourite pieces from his ready-to-wear collection for spring 2010.

Incredible.

xo

MAC Cosmetics: To The Beach

This collection will be available May 27th!

There is fun in the sun, to be sure, but to the beach is more of a sensual state of mind – a pleasure we all feel near the sea. The girl and boy from Ipanema, from Cap D’Antibes to West Palm Beach…All around the world, the seaside has a romance, and a kind of golden, sexy alchemy we’re all drawn to. This collection encapsulates it, with a new, lapping-wave Lip-Pencil and High-Light Powder in coral shades, Nail Lacquer – A Scorcher! – Eye Shadow, Kohl, and Powder Blush to get away from it all effortlessly. Sandbags, seashells, the magic of marine life decorating packaging in the most soothing sultry shades of summertime. Close your eyes, and go To The Beach!

The face must be protected at all times! But we have ways to bronze and beautify…fake it, but get colour that looks sun-kissed! A safe way to evoke the golden glow of a glorious walk on the beach, the magical moodiness of sunsets all over the world, colours shifting from glowing gold to glorious bronze to sundown brown. The Chic Glamour of faraway places, a ticket to paradise inspired by the dream of a life lived sur la mer. Bronzing Powder, Cream Bronzer, Lustre Drops, Bronze Body Oil, and our stylish City-To-Seaside to the beach bags…wherever you are, see you at the beach!

Eyeshadow ($14.50 U.S. / $17.50 CDN)

Sand & Sun Light peach (Matte) (Limited Edition)

Firecracker Frosted mid-tone red-orange (Veluxe Pearl) (Limited Edition)

Sweet & Punchy Bright yellow-green (Veluxe Pearl) (Limited Edition)

Shimmermoss Green with green pearl (Veluxe Pearl) (Permanent)

Humid Intense green with shimmer (Frost) (Permanent)

Lipstick ($14.00 U.S. / $16.50 CDN)

Beach Bound Sheer frosted pale peach (Glaze) (Limited Edition)

Lazy Day Light dirty blue-pink (Lustre) (Limited Edition)

Thrills Rosy copper with gold pearl (Frost) (Limited Edition) (Repromote)

Fun Bathing Mid-tone bronzed plum (Cremesheen) (Limited Edition)

Lipglass ($14.00 U.S. / $16.50 CDN)

Easy Lounger Light baby pink with multi-dimensional pearl (Limited Edition)

Flurry of Fun Sheer sparkly peach (Limited Edition)

Splashing Mid-tone blue pink with soft gold pearl (Limited Edition)

Lip Pencil ($13.00 U.S. / $15.50 CDN)

Life’s a Breeze Soft pink (Limited Edition)

Temperature Rising Loudmouth orange (Limited Edition)

Eye Kohl ($14.50 U.S. / $17.50 CDN)

Float on By Dark green turquoise (Limited Edition)

Rosemary & Thyme Mid-tone olive gold with shimmer (Permanent)

Powder Blush ($18.50 U.S. / $22.00 CDN)

Hipness Intense coral with soft white pearl (Frost) (Limited Edition) (Repromote)

Get-Away Bronze Mid-tone suntan (Frost) (Limited Edition)

High-Light Powder ($26.00 U.S. / $32.00 CDN)

Marine Life Multi-colour pressed powder

Nail Lacquer ($12.00 U.S. / $14.50 CDN)

In the Buff Muted taupe avocado (Cream) (Limited Edition)

Scorcher Creamy bright coral-red (Cream) (Limited Edition)

MAC To The Beach Bag ($49.50 U.S. / $59.50 CDN)

Available at MAC Stores only. Limited edition.

Cream Bronzer ($25.00 U.S. / $30.00 CDN)

Beach Bronze Golden glow with soft gold finish (Limited Edition)

Weekend Mid-tone deep orange-brown with soft pink pearl (Limited Edition)

Lustre Drops ($18.50 U.S. / $22.50 CDN)

Pink Rebel Blue-pink with gold pearl (Limited Edition) (Repromote)

Sun Rush Peachy bronze with gold pearl (Limited Edition)

Bronzing Powder ($22.00 U.S. / $27.00 CDN)

Golden Muted golden tan-beige with golden shimmer (Limited Edition)

Refined Golden Finely spun golden with soft pearl finish (Limited Edition)

Bronze Body Oil ($22.00 U.S. / $27.00 CDN)

Glowing Tan with multi-dimensional golden shimmer (Limited Edition)

Brush 130 Short Duo Fibre ($38.00 U.S. / $45.50 CDN)

A short, round dual fibre with flat head composed of both natural bristles and synthetic fibres ideal for application with creams, emulsions & various powder products.

Brush 131 Short Duo Fibre Powder/Blush ($34.00 U.S. / $41.00 CDN)

Flat, tapered face brush that contains a combination of short, natural, fibers and longer, fibre optic fibres ideal for light application and highlighting/ shading with various face powders; Ideally suited with mineralize skinfinish powder products. Limited edition.

Thank you to Temptalia for the images!

Jessica Stam in Fashion Magazine

One of my girl crushes, Jessica Stam, graced the cover of Fashion this month. She looks incredible, as always. Her spread is also amazing. The styling was immaculate. Pick up a copy before it is off the stands.

pics via Fashion Gone Rogue

Take out the trash...

Take out the trash in style with the new Louis Vuitton Raindrop Besace Trash Bag at $1,960. This bag only comes in the shades shown. The handles are leather and the rest is waterproof. Love it or hate it? I freaking love it, but then again, I love everything Louis.

Thank you to Marc Jacobs for always thinking outside the box.

xo