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New Product Alert: More Shades of BalmShelter Lip Gloss For Fall

BellaSugar — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 11:06:41 -0700

Yay! One of my favorite brands of lip glosses has come out with five new amazing colors for fall 2007! The new collection of BalmShelter SPF 17 Lip Glosses ($18 each) features hues that are darker and a little bit more daring than ever before. Inspired by 1940’s glamour, they contain popular shades just like the trends we saw during Fall 2007 Fashion Week.

Once again, get a load of the two power purples in this bunch! Looks like purple lips are the really sticking around for fall. My favorite so far is "It Girl" - a purplish-mauve color that is substantial enough to wear along or over my favorite lilac or morbid aubergine colored lipstick. The glosses are paraben-free, and contain beeswax and jojoba to moisturize and protect your lips from the damaging UV rays of the sun.

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For a list and description of each of the colors and to hear what owner Marissa Shipman has to say about the delicious strawberry-banana smell, read more

Marissa Shipman, founder of theBalm, takes pride in the smell of her products. She chose a succulent strawberry-banana blended scent which leaves your lips smelling delicious! She says, “Picking a scent was the most important part. You have to love how your gloss smells since it is right under your nose, literally!”

Material Girl – sheer plum
Girl Scout – café au lait
It Girl – shimmering boysenberry
Pin-up Girl – sheer cherry red
Valley Girl – shimmering peach

New Product Alert: Bobbi Brown Metallics Collection

BellaSugar — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 13:00:23 -0700

Bobbi Brown has just released another limited-edition product for fall 2007 in bold metallic colors. The line, appropriately named The Metallics Collection, consists of four velvety-soft, highly pigmented shimmer eye shadow palettes in Midnight (blues), Forest (greens), Velvet Plum (purples) and Burnt Sugar (neutrals). Each palette ($45) contains three complementary shadows intended to highlight and accentuate your eyes.

The shadows are easily blendable, long-wearing and will stay crease-free all day. The powders are so finely milled that they actually feel like cream shadows. And as usual when it comes to Bobbi Brown, the colors are flattering on women of different ages-you could wear this on the first day of school, whether you're in high school or you're dropping off your little one at pre-school.

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Coming Soon: Elizabeth Arden Fall Everything Glows Collection

BellaSugar — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 13:07:40 -0700

Ooh la la, this is one fall preview that you won't want to miss. Coming this October, Elizabeth Arden is releasing a line called Everything Glows. The collection was inspired by the glamour, glimmer and elegance that makeup can create. It is intended to brighten and liven up your skin, making it radiate.

The collection consists of

Everything Glows Compact for Eyes is a gleaming silver case filled with five rich and smooth, vitamin-infused shimmery shades that last all day.
Everything Glows Lip Gloss Duo Shimmer & Shine Duois a dual-sided compact that contains two coordinating lip glosses in sheer sparkling Shimmer and glistening rosy Shine.
Everything Glows Shimmer Powder with Brush is a dusting of sheer, shimmering powder that gives skin a luminous glow. The soft Kabuki brush highlights cheekbones, decolletage and shoulders for a glowing appearance.

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Chanel Fall 2007 Exclusive Collection

BellaSugar — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 13:59:22 -0700

Chanel's Fall 2007 Exclusive Collection is simply gorgeous! It's inspired by a magical, imaginary garden where touches of green still persist despite the fall crisp air. To that end, the collection is packed with greens, plums, pinks and golds to help transition from summer to winter. And of course, Chanel has also included a new red lipstick. It's a fabulous brick color, perfect for those who don't do well with their usual bluish-reds.

Parts of the collection have been released slowly, but the rest is still to come. (Isn't that just the thing about Chanel, they always leave you wanting more!) The new collection features:

Cheeks: Joues Contrast Powder Blush in Narcisse (bright pink), and Irrèele Blush in Neroli Rose (shimmery pink).
Eyes: Kohl eyeliner pencils in Bonsai (green) and Raisin Noir (plum), a Powder Eye Shadow Pair in Lotus-Cactus (soft pink and emerald green) and two Eye Shadows Quads in Garden Party and Sequoia.
Lips: Rouge Hydrabase Lipsticks in Lotus Rouge (brick), Lily Beige (light nude), Magnolia Rose (light pink) and Wild Tulip (pink brown), two Lip Glosses in Iris (iridescent pink) and Hibiscus (plum), two Aqualumière SPF 15 Sheer Lipsticks in Catalina (plum) and Key West (copper), a Limited Edition Orchidèes Lip Palette and last but not least, the 4 Camèlias lip gloss palette.

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Givenchy Prismissime Eyes Holds A Secret Message from Audrey Hepburn

BellaSugar — Thu, 16 Aug 2007 10:55:13 -0700

I'll bring you more on the Givenchy Fall 2007 Collection later, but for now, I just couldn't resist giving you a peek at this stunning new Prismissime Eyes Cache-Cache Palette ($53). This petite, camouflage-inspired compact holds a mixture of nine matte and metallic shades: khaki, midnight blue, sky blue, gold, brick red, black, ivory, peach and whisper pink. The bottom level cleverly holds two sponge applicators, so you can touch up on the run.

Engraved in the mirror, you'll also find another surprise. It's an inscription that shares the beauty philosophy of Givenchy's muse, Audrey Hepburn: "Style for Life."

The shadows are made of fine, lightweight powders that feel so silky, they can either be applied with an applicator or your fingertip. They can each be worn alone or blended together to create your own unique look. Or if you want to mimic Audrey's eyes, pick up Audrey Style, which has step-by-step instructions on recreating her lovely look.

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New Product Alert: OPI Russian Collection

BellaSugar — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 07:00:00 -0700

New from OPI is its Russian Collection for Fall/Winter 2007. The line includes twelve glamorous nail lacquers, three lip colors and three lip liners inspired by the rich royal heritage, sophistication and aristocracy of Russia. The fall runways were filled with cashmeres, satins and velvets and this collection complements the clothing for the upcoming season. The nail lacquers are free of DBP, toluene and formaldehyde, and they each contain OPI's ProWide brush (which I love-it makes application so much easier .

The three shades that come with matching lip colours and lipliners are Krème de la Kremlin, Suzi Says Da!, and St. Petersburgundy. Each of the lacquers are $7.50, and the lip color and lip liners each cost $10. To see pictures of the Russia Collection and to find out more about the 12 different nail lacquers, read more

St. Petersburgundy - Claret
An Affair in Red Square - Shimmering red
Vodka & Caviar - Crimson
Russian Navy - Deep-sea indigo
Catherine the Grape - Deep wine
Siberian Nights - Onyx
Cosmo-Not Tonight, Honey! - Pale gold
Ruble for Your Thoughts - Copper-penny shimmer
Krème de la Kremlin - Terra cotta pink
Suzi Says Da! - Dark chocolate brown
Midnight in Moscow - Charcoal with maroon glimmer
Boris & Natasha - Raisin

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Vanessa Minnillo's FLIRT! Collection Is Here

BellaSugar — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 16:00:16 -0700

Finally, the new FLIRT! line of limited-edition cosmetics by Vanessa Minnillo is available to the masses! We've been waiting for this day ever since we heard the buzz back in March and saw the video of her FLIRT! photo shoot in April. The collection consists of two eye shadow palettes ($15) and two complementary lip gloss Duos ($13.50).

Vanessa chose her 'go-to' favorite color families-bronze and purple-as the two color options for her collection. The first eye shadow palette, Chic Bronze includes four shimmery and creamy shadows in the brown/nuetral family. This goes best with her Squeeze Me Lip Gloss Duo in Mulberry Marvel/Sweet Soiree.

The second eyeshadow palette, Party Purple is made up of four warm pink and plum shadows which look super flirty with Squeeze Me Lip Gloss Duo in Berry/Pink Champagne!

I'm a sucker for purples, so I can't wait to check these out. Do you think you'll try Vanessa's makeup?

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Fall 2007 Seducers Collection From Prescriptives

BellaSugar — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 07:00:35 -0700

This fall, we welcome the Seducers Collection from Prescriptives. The gorgeous, rich five-piece collection is available now in limited-edition quantities. This is a cool change, made of purples and blues from the Prescriptives summer Vibrants Collection.

The line was inspired by 1940's Hollywood glamour and is a reflection of what the Fall 2007 Fashion Shows were showing. There are lots of bright colors, and the focus is on groomed brows, bold lips and lined eyes.

The collection includes five new products, including a High Contrast Refillable Custom Compact ($17), a Lucky Stroke Eye Defining Liquid Liner ($19.50) in three colors, a Groom Stick for Brows ($18.50) in four shades, Colorscope Lip Color ($17.50) in four new shades, and Colorscope Eye Color in five new shades ($14). So far, I've tried a few of the eye shadows and they blend very well. I can't wait to try the rest. For a closer look at the line, click on the images below.

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Fall Glimpse: Perfect Pumps

FabSugar — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 05:15:44 -0700

While I always look to Balenciaga's Nicolas Ghesquiere for magnificiantly over-the-top shoes, it appears his creations are in the minority for Fall. Perfect pumps in modern, classic shapes strutted down the runways - and what is that I see? A variation of pointed toes? Could the round toe be making a departure? Perhaps. I adore this black pump with wooden heel at Yves Saint Laurent - talk about a power shoe!

Check out all my Fall 2007 coverage here!

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(L-R: Calvin Klein, Lanvin, Miu Miu, Bottega Veneta, Louis Vuitton)

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Fall Glimpse: Texturize It

FabSugar — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 14:50:22 -0700

The future is upon us. Fabric innovations have brought fresh and interesting textures to the runways. Upon the streamlined shapes of Fall, these complex and high-tech fabrics, like heat-fused wool-and-silk blends, glazed mohair knits, full on plumage, and glossy treatments, outshined some of the silhouettes (and the models!). Here at Giles, get lost in the new textures - ladies, it's time to texturize it.

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(L-R: Giambattista Valli, Isaac Mizrahi, Dolce & Gabbana, Alberta Ferretti, Miu Miu)
(L-R: Yves Saint Laurent, Louis Vuitton, Luca Luca, Andrew Gn, Prada)

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Fall Glimpse: The Return of Minimalism

FabSugar — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 14:00:33 -0700

Minimalism is back! The Fall collections proved that clean, simple lines does not equal boring; take the stunning designs at Givenchy (pictured) for example. Instead, you'll find unique, and beautiful stand alone pieces the will make you feel at ease. And make you look like you threw something together in 10 minutes...ah, the beauty of minimalism.

Check out all my Fall 2007 coverage here!

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(L-R: Marc Jacobs, Giorgio Armani, Iceberg, Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren)
(L-R: Donna Karan, Calvin Klein, Hussein Chalayan, Brioni)

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Fall Glimpse: Structured Bags

FabSugar — Thu, 28 Jun 2007 12:20:22 -0700

Handbags have taken a turn and are all grown up for Fall. Start saving up to invest in a seriously grown up carry all made of luxurious materials and architectural detailing. This Michael Kors black stunner is bold and beautiful with its patent sheen and chunky gold hardware. I always say don't take fashion too seriously, but these are some seriously structured bags!

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Fall Glimpse: Art School

FabSugar — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 12:20:33 -0700

Is anyone else super excited for all the fantastically fresh prints and shapes one can wear to art school this Fall? Florals and stripes has been pushed to the side by unique prints channeling everything from constructivism to modernist honeycombs - see Marni for a lesson in cool. As someone who is picky about her prints, I can't wait to go back to school.

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(L-R: Etro, Chloe, Antonio Marras, Prada, Jean Paul Gaultier)
(L-R: Carolina Herrera, Diane von Furstenberg, Vera Wang, Akris)

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Fall Glimpse: Bodacious

FabSugar — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 13:40:33 -0700

As we all know, the female form is a beautiful thing, and it was celebrated on the Fall runways. The waist has returned and if all else fails, throw a belt on over a sweater, cardi, coat or dress, and voila! But this is a ladylike bodacious we're talking about, so work those curves with class and a bit of sheen, like here at Burberry.

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(L-R: Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, Missoni, 6267, Alessandro Dell'Acqua)
(L-R: Michael Kors, Derek Lam, Fendi, Zac Posen, Narcisco Rodriguez)

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Fall Glimpse: Bold & Bright

FabSugar — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 15:10:22 -0700

Banish cold weather blahs forever with the upcoming bold & bright Fall offerings. Seriously, if I had these rich and electric colors in my wardrobe come January I think the snow would instantly melt wherever I went - take this fabulous Versace fruit punch coat, for example. Say hello to scarlet, vermilion, fuchsia, peacock, eggplant and grape - your new BFFs. Paired with noir and greys, get ready to shock the system.

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(Row 1, L-R: Maison Martin Margiela, Chloe, Lanvin, John Galliano, Jil Sander)
(Row 2, L-R: Nina Ricci, Christian Dior, Alexander McQueen, Donna Karan, Stella McCartney)

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Paris Fashion Week, Fall 2007: Nina Ricci

FabSugar — Tue, 06 Mar 2007 06:02:33 -0800

Belgian-born designer Olivier Theyskens is now at the helm of Nina Ricci. You can see his street fashion cred and moody perspective in this Fall 2007 collection.

I thought it was an emotional back and forth between drifting heavenly visions and sadly beautiful waifs. If the white-grey-yellow color story or asymmetrical ruffling looks familiar it's because this was the designer Reese Witherspoon chose to wear throughout awards show season. And we all know it worked for her. It is this juxtaposition of light and dark, happy and sad, that worked for Reese. While she constantly looked dynamite, amidst a divorce, there has to be some sadness dwelling behind that killer smile and bright blue eyes. Just a thought, but I see Reese's strength, but undeniable sadness, on this catwalk. Fluid tailoring, tear-drop shaped blousons, and deconstructed, ie. wrinkled, gowns were fresh, although questionably wearable. Speaking of questionably wearable, dig the feathers in the hair - a magical touch.

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Paris Fashion Week, Fall 2007: Giambattista Valli

FabSugar — Mon, 05 Mar 2007 17:03:33 -0800

Giambattista Valli is one Italian designer who delivered a sharp, romantic Fall 2007 collection. Sharp romance? Check it out...

While black tends to get monotonous on the runways for me, Valli's black was different. Using rich fabrics and smart contouring, this black made me wish I was an agent of chic espionage. The rest of the collection was just as wonderful with a solid color palette of grey, red, yellow and cream, and abstract prints thrown in for good measure. Super smart ruffling and bows personified the sharp romance I'm speaking of; these aren't your pretty proper ruffles and bows, these are modern, strong feminine touches. Experimental proportions occurred, but it felt right here with the bold colors and luxurious materials. The hot platforms and colored jewel adornments added glorious theatrics. Bravo!

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Paris Fashion Week, Fall 2007: Chanel

FabSugar — Mon, 05 Mar 2007 09:11:33 -0800

Here is Karl Lagerfeld's winter wonderland. And what a joy it is! The Chanel Fall 2007 collection was not as jaw dropping as the sharp, masterfully black and white Spring collection but it was yummy nonetheless.

Joining Marc Jacobs on the ice skating rink (now there's a funny visual), this collection was youthful and fun. I don't recall such a colorful collection from Chanel in so long! A plethora of Nordic prints, patent detailing and colorful tweeds lightened the mood. Dresses styled over pants were a cool twist; crimped hair added zest. The finale dresses are guaranteed winners with sharp draping, sequin accents and roped straps. A jeweled bib on a modern black dress made me swoon. And look at how cute this Lagerfeld penguin is on this sweater? Too cute for school!

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Paris Fashion Week, Fall 2007: Stella McCartney

FabSugar — Fri, 02 Mar 2007 05:03:33 -0800

Er Stella, not so sure about this one. Stella McCartney's Fall collection was disconnected. I don't know how it went from a perfect fuchsia sexy little ruffled dress to a colossal fluffy faux fur coat. Maybe she was playing with contrasts but the models looked a lot happier in the sexy, tailored looks. Although, there were a few standouts (phew!).

Stella always manages to deliver sexy v-neck boyfriend sweaters but I wasn't so keen on what was going on with the bottom half of these looks. Were those skirts or just flippy bits of fabric? One last dis: the tuxedo styles were fun and sharp but I feel like I've seen them before...But in the end, it was refreshing to see bare legs and the few expertly crafted chili pepper pieces were fabulous. This over sized poncho was the one piece that communicated the overtly boxy silhouette but still managed to deliver strong appeal. Better luck next season Stella.

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Paris Fashion Week, Fall 2007: Balenciaga

FabSugar — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 14:24:44 -0800

What do tweeds, tie dye and track pants have in common? Nicolas Ghesquière's Fall 2007 Balenciaga collection. At first glance I thought this was a doomed hodge podge of ideas but after viewing the whole presentation I was elated by the intriguing mixmastering.

What a departure from his cyborg-beauties-on-steroids Spring collection! He has softened his perspective and this Fall's offerings are sure to have much broader appeal. While some may be taken aback by the white eyebrows and haphazard pairings, I thought it was inspirational. The rules no longer apply: you can and should mix and match! My favorite pieces were the prep school blazers, especially the ones with fur collars, and the crazy unique silk dresses. But once again with the jodhpurs! Sighted at Roberto Cavalli, I'm sorry but this is a Fall trend I will not be partaking in.

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Paris Fashion Week, Fall 2007: Christian Dior

FabSugar — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 15:43:38 -0800

John Galliano presented an exquisite Christian Dior collection yesterday. I saw a tribute to Christian Dior's original 'New Look' from the 40s mixed with old Hollywood glamour and a sprinkling of Japanese sensibility, a wonderful combination if you ask me.

Bold, subtly theatrical looks trotted down the catwalk in a crayola box of colors. Skirts were both full and slim and tiny waists were accentuated. Glamour elements were: big dazzling jewels, gloves, fur trim and Veronica Lake curls. Clean, animated origami folding took the collection to a further far away land than Tinsel Town. This collection was surprisingly wearable and gorgeous - sure to be a hit with the fashion elite.

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Milan Fashion Week, Fall 2007: Dolce & Gabbana

FabSugar — Fri, 23 Feb 2007 17:03:33 -0800

Dolce & Gabbana are metallic manic. But I must say, it suits them. They delivered a dazzling production full of blinding dresses, sexy suiting and cosmic beauties. A couple of beauties being the Dolce & Gabbana muses: Gisele (no last name required here) and Monica Bellucci.

I have been blinded by these otherworldly creations. You may recall the duo went majorly sci fi for their Spring collection and here they took it to another galaxy. The materials vary from plastic to silk to I don't know what, but there was an extreme mix of hard and soft. There was something for everyone - everyone with the balls to sport them. The collection was led by the dress. The suiting was provocative and strong; the daywear was sultry and crafty; the eveningwear was pure fashion orgasmica. I particularly enjoyed the colored metallics - the red is so juicy. The final pieces were sheer, corseted and beaded; the catwalk doesn't get much sexier than this.

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Milan Fashion Week, Fall 2007: Marni

FabSugar — Fri, 23 Feb 2007 11:47:44 -0800

Here is one of my all time favorites, inspiring me yet again to be a creative force. Marni is the designer for the thoroughly modern Milanese.

Though elements were a bit all over the place, to me that is what makes Marni beautiful. You look at this collection and the clothes look like a canvas. With muted brights, neutrals and white, artsy prints and jeweled accents deliver typical, delightful Marni fare. I think Consuela Castiglioni mixed things up with her sculptured layering and experimental textures. I am so digging the heeled tights - not stirrups - they expose the sexy top of the foot. Silhouettes were mixed with pants, skirts and dresses but there was an overall boxy aura that still managed to be feminine. My only complaint: too many belts were in the mix. Zippers added a sporty element and fur hoods and trim added luxury. One day, one day, I will be able to afford Marni, and when I can I hope it's still this awesome.

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Milan Fashion Week, Fall 2007: Roberto Cavalli

FabSugar — Fri, 23 Feb 2007 09:35:43 -0800

Hot stuff! The Fall Roberto Cavalli collection gave me a nice afternoon awakening. There is no doubt as to why Cavalli is a red carpet favorite....

Flowing, sexed up gowns belted at the waist, in addition to a low plunging neckline, are fan worthy. The warm tones made for a happy, sunshiney runway. Opulence was abundant with leather, fur, reptile skins, silk and leopard prints. An awesome art nouveau print was a lovely addition. There was a Grecian touch, as well as 70s and 80s seduction and power dressing. There were many metallics but this is one collection where I didn't mind it because it just works with the raw sensuality of Cavalli. Interesting to note: I thought this was a glammed up version of the Marc Jacobs Fall show with the Yves Saint Laurent references and bold suiting - Does anyone agree?

I have one issue though: jodhpurs? This is one fashion item that does not play well on this runway!

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