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Style For Style: Get Your Mules Out of a Slippery Situation

FabSugar — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 07:00:22 -0700

As the weather warms, you'll start allowing your toesies to breathe with open-toe footwear such as this Gucci Alison High Heel Platform Slide ($675). The problem with high-heeled mules and warm weather? You guessed it: sweaty feet. And slightly moist feet coupled with the lack of straps on mules equals one helluva slip and slide situation . . .

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It doesn't take a genius to know that hair spray, especially one with strong hold such as this Aqua Net Extra Super Hold Hairspray ($3), is extremely sticky. To prevent your sweaty feet from sliding in your mules, simply spray a touch of super hold hairspray on the insole of the shoe. The bit of stick will keep your feet from losing control but won't leave your heels sticky. Remember, I said "a touch" so don't go emptying out the entire can of hairspray on your shoes.

Which Hairspray PYT Looks Most Fab?

FabSugar — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 11:08:53 -0700

This crop of fresh-faced Hollywood PYTs (pretty young things!) all worked the red carpet at the LA premiere of Hairspray last night. They certainly got their lessons in Vogueing and accessorizing - and how to tone up those gams! I'm not very familiar with these young beauties but I have a feeling we'll be seeing more of them with all this month's Hairspray hoopla.

I think Amanda Bynes looks a little drab compared to the bold and beautiful Brittany Snow in canary yellow and sultry little Vanessa Hudgens in black. Ashley Tisdale's look is a pleaser for you vixens out there. Who do you think looked the most Fab?

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Fashion That Made You Think in 2007

FabSugar — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 10:00:22 -0800

Who says fashion doesn't make you think? In 2007, there were more than a couple of fashion moments that got you clicking your mouse and tapping your head: Lindsay Lohan's rainbow Herve Leger dress had you swooning and Gemma Ward's appearance on the debut Vogue India got tongues wagging.

Who would have thought with Posh's seemingly endless closet, she would wear the same outfit twice? You were fascinated with a supermodel's maternity wardrobe and divided about sequin dresses on the red carpet - but when it all comes down to it, these are the moments that got your gears going in 2007.

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Who Wore It Better? Catherine Malandrino Bow Dress

FabSugar — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 04:50:33 -0700

Catherine Malandrino has been very popular with the celebs lately. Nicole wore her white bow frock on David Letterman, while Brittany Snow wore the yellow version to the Hairspray premiere. Although I like Nicole's black and white combo and her Loubs, the dress fits Brittany better. Who do you think wore it better?

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The Golden Globes Red Carpet: The Ballet Bun

FabSugar — Tue, 16 Jan 2007 15:40:56 -0800

Stars like Chloe Sevigny, Svetlana Metinka, and Jada Pinkett Smith chose a classic and subdued ballet bun hairstyle for the Golden Globes last night. This simple hair look shows off their flawless makeup, gorgeous jewelry and fabulous dresses.

Not only will this look elongate your face and neck, but it will also keep you feeling neat and fuss free throughout the affair. It gives you one less thing to have to worry about. Hairstylist Campbell McAuley was responsible for creating the effortless look on Chloe Sevigny last night.

To read more about how to get this look at home, read more

Start off by brushing your hair so that it is smooth and tangle-free and add a drop of Fekkai Glossing Cream, $19.50, to add shine to your hair.
Next, pull your hair back neatly into a ponytail at the back of the head or higher and secure it with a hair elastic. If you want a middle part, now is the time to determine that and brush hair back around the part. Also keep in mind where you would like the bun to be placed on your head. Wherever you make your pony, your bun will go.
Twist your ponytail as you wrap it around your hair elastic so that you make a coiled circular bun. Next, apply pins to keep the wrap in place. You will want to use about 12 pins per bun. Then, rub a little bit of Fekkai Technician Color-Protecting Glaze, $20, in between your fingers and gently apply it to your hair. This acts as a light gel and will hold your hair in place.
To finish, mist hair lightly with a gentle hold hairspray to eliminate any wisps. I like, Fekkai Sheer Hold Hair Spray, $23.

Fab Read: The Black Book of Hollywood Beauty Secrets

FabSugar — Mon, 15 Jan 2007 11:33:17 -0800

I revealed some red carpet secrets last week but the bible on this subject matter is The Black Book of Hollywood Beauty Secrets, $10.50. If you're dying to know beauty secrets of the rich and famous you will certainly get your money's worth with this ten dollar read.

Written by Kym Douglas, host of the upcoming Lifetime makeover show Queen and the image consultant on The View, and celebrity journalist Cindy Pearlman, these ladies had always wanted to know how the A-list stars looked so, well, A-list. It turns out that even the most carefully guarded stars were more than happy to dish. Taken in small doses, this jam-packed inside look at the surprising beauty rituals of A-list stars serves as a funny, fascinating wake-up call to the harsh reality of celebrity self-maintenance.

I jotted down some juicy secrets I know will make you look twice while watching the Golden Globes tonight, to see them read more

Sarah Jessica Parker runs to the bathroom during commercial breaks to powder her nose - or rather, use wax toilet seat covers to blot her face. She claims this technique does not remove makeup!
Angelina Jolie creates her high-volume hair by applying baby powder to her hair, roots-to-ends, then blow drying it in.
Our girl Tyra Banks swears by her home remedy for cellulite: a ground up coffee bean scrub.
Cameron Diaz is just so resourceful - she uses her lipstick of the evening for blush touch ups.
A root touch up used by glamour girls Jessica Simpson & Eva Longoria: spray hairspray to your roots and apply matching eye shadow to mask the outgrown color (weird!).
The best shaving cream? KY Jelly! Yes, as in the personal lubricant. If you say so starlets!

Beauty Spring Peek: The Chic Sleek Ponytail

FabSugar — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 12:21:41 -0800

The chic, sleek ponytail is back! Thank goodness...for once there is an easy style out there for the days when we need just a little extra sleep! These ponytails are low maintenance. They are a classic and beautiful way to pull off a polished look as well as a great way to secure your hair if you want it off of your face and neck.

Pony's also focus attention to your cheekbones. It's a little trick that expert hairstylists have been using for years to make women look refreshed and awake...sort of like you've just gotten a face lift! Calvin Klein is also an advocate of the ponytail. Here is a look from his Spring show. Check out the rest of my Spring Peeks if you like what you see here.

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For this style, you can work with day old or dirty hair. Begin by brushing your hair so that it is completely tangle free. If you create a ponytail that has knots in it, you are only asking for trouble down the line.
If hair is wet, apply a serum and then blow dry back, away from your face until it is smooth and dry.
Next, section your hair into three sections - the top and two sides. Leave the top section loose and pull the sides back into a ponytail and secure the hair with a snag free hair elastic, $3.50 for a package of eight.
Then, brush the top section back and use another hair band to secure the ponytail. Tip: if you would like some height on the crown of your head, you can back-comb, or tease this section of the hair just a little bit before securing it.
To give your hair a super polished look, you are going to want to give it some shine. I recommend using an enzyme enhanced spray shine such as Alterna Hemp Seed Spray Shine, $19, to help nourish the condition of your hair effortlessly! FYI - spritz lightly for maximum shine.
Lastly, once you like the look you've created, spritz some hairspray all over in a light mist to keep your pony and wispy loose hairs in place.

Old-School Beauty, Part III: Hair Rollers

FabSugar — Fri, 06 Oct 2006 11:52:43 -0700

To get effortless-looking curls, our poor mothers used to have to schlep around bulky cases of heavy, metal hot rollers or sleep in uncomfortable cool rollers to "set" their hair. Now, waves and curls are back in style, but fortunately for this generation, we have the luxury of using lightweight plastic velcro rollers to create the luxurious 'dos of yesteryear. Click here to learn how to use these rollers and coif a perfect runway blowout with body. Here are some of my favorite velcro roller brands.

Conair Self Grip Rollers come in a 31-pack assortment with five different sizes of soft velcro rollers. Buy them here for $9.99

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Vidal Sassoon Self Hold Rollers are available in a multipack of 35. Buy them here for $9.49

The 18-piece set of Tonytail Tonyrollers come packaged in a cute zippered travel case. Buy them here for $14.

Tip: Spray rollers with a little bit of hairspray to help hold the curl while they are in, as well as once you've taken them out.

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Shampoo Without a Shower

FabSugar — Tue, 05 Sep 2006 13:54:56 -0700

Even when it's been shampooed that very morning, hair can often end up greasy and limp by the end of a long day. But if you need to freshen up for a night out on the town, you might not want to put your hair through another shampoo. For a quick pick-me-up, try spraying your 'do with Klorane Extra Gentle Dry Shampoo. The tonic feels and works very much like hairspray. You just spritz a little bit on the area you want to clean, leaving a sort of powdery layer on your hair. After letting the shampoo set for a couple of minutes, shake out the hair with your fingers or run through it with a good hairbrush. I used the product to spot-clean my bangs the other night before heading out to a bar: Not only did the greasy, lifeless look instantly disappear, but my hair looked clean and bouncy for hours. Buy a can for $15.95 here.