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New York Fashion Week, Fall 2007: Luca Luca Beauty

BellaSugar — Wed, 07 Feb 2007 10:24:33 -0800

Behind the scenes at the Fall 2007 Luca Luca show was every bit as glamorous as you would have imagined. Gorgeous, flawless looking models sat and waited their turn as makeup artists, lead by Tom Pecheaux, perfected smokey eyes and hair stylist, Teddy Charles, coiffed and curled.

The clothing was lined neatly in racks and the red carpet area had a white and silver Luca Luca backdrop. Unfortunately the photo area was packed inside since it was a mere 9 degrees on this frigid New York day. Although cramped, photographers didn't skip a beat as Carmen Electra, Kimora Lee Simmons, Lauren Conrad, Bobbi Thomas, Kelly Rowland, JC Chasez and many more made their fashionably late entrances.

Lucky for me, I had the opportunity to speak with both hair and makeup about their looks for the show. Teddy explained that he and Luca wanted to do something to up-sweep the models hair and keep it off of their necks to show off the details in the clothing. He also felt that sweeping the hair upwards shows off their faces.

He began this updo with hair that had been washed the day before. He started with a low ponytail and didn't pull it completely through - in essence he made a loop.

With the remainder of hair that was poking out, he used a Tourmaline T3 Ionic Wet/Dry Iron to create waves. Then he set hair with a touch of Kerastase Resistance Double Force Hair Spray. Each model only took about 20 minutes.

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All of the makeup was by MAC Cosmetics. The eyes were definitely the main focus. They were lined in black liner and carbon, an intense black shadow was applied densely in the crease so that it looked opaque. It was then blended out with a brush and q-tip to look sheer on the lid.

Over the shadow, shadow pigment in dark soul was carefully applied with a crease brush. This is where the intense gold glitter look comes from. Next, lots of zoomlash black mascara in zoomblack was applied to the lashes in several coats and no false lashes were used.

The face was done last in case the dark shadow fell. It was primed, then concealer and foundation was added. The finishing touch was a drop of strobe cream added to the skin to reflect light. Atop that was a dusting of Blot Powder Loose. Just a hint of contour was added to the cheeks.

Brows had a clear gloss on them to look nice and wet. Lips were a nude color to appear like they were fading into the skin. Actually, a new product by MAC called Skinfinish in Shimpagne was finger brushed onto the lips.

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New York Fashion Week, Fall 2007: Luca Luca

FabSugar — Wed, 07 Feb 2007 04:23:33 -0800

Luca Luca continues to exude upscale elegance and charm with their Fall 2007 collection. Colors here were muted; nothing was bold except for the gold/silver lame in most of the threads.

The showstopper was the ski wear. These sporty looks were shocking and pristine - a jolt of white lightening. Other stunners included a pair of silver metallic rayon skinny pants, a champagne sequin dress with caramel mink stripes and an exquisite white fox vest. Clearly, Luca Luca has no reservations about fur. Evening wear was very alluring and sexy with long, elegant and shimmery gowns. Skin was an accessory with plunging draped backs; a woman would feel just as sexy as she looked wearing these items. There were some 80's references: a high waisted pleated pant with cuffs and a (surprisingly really cute) zip up sweatshirt dress. The handbags featured were larger than their usual clutches; some were lovely, some were way too large to be practical.

To see all of my New York Fashion Week Fall 2007 coverage click here

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NY Fashion Week: Luca Luca

FabSugar — Tue, 12 Sep 2006 10:17:06 -0700

Luca Luca may not be a household name, but when the Hilton sisters, Patricia Field, and Emmy Rossum all show up at the label's New York Fashion Week event, you know Luca Luca is a name to know. And after seeing the Spring 2007 collection, I can understand why the celebs love it. (To see all of Fabsugar's New York Fashion Week coverage, click here.)

Created by Milan native and noted looker Luca Orlandi, the clothes are delightfully feminine without being fussy; again, we see a heavy reliance on neutral tones, here with romantic splashes of red. The irresistible cocktail dresses and evening gowns emphasize clean lines and retro-inspired shapes, including cape jackets, high waists, and voluminous skirts, that are both flattering and innovative. Details like bows and embroidery-which might look frivolous elsewhere-take on a sleek sophistication. To see the collection, read more

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Fab Blab

FabSugar — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:00:22 -0700

We're always praising Lanvin's womenswear designer Alber Elbaz, but for a second let's focus on its menswear designer, Lucas Ossendrijver. In Details, he shares invaluable fashion tips for men, but one in particular stood out and applies to both sexes.

"Friday-wear is very typically American. You have this office uniform, and then suddenly it’s the weekend and it’s the opposite. I think it’s better to mix the two and make officewear a little less formal and Friday-wear a little less casual."
A-men! That's the best advice I've heard in a long time, and if every American swore by it, the country would be a far more fashionable place. I say, let's start this today!

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Friday Fab News Roundup!

FabSugar — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 10:03:11 -0700

Why Vogue still wields such power - Times UK
In a downturn, jewelers aren’t so precious - New York Times
Make your own Matthew Williamson kaftan - Guardian UK
Can Madewell survive the downturn? - NY Mag
Amanda Wakeley returns to London Fashion Week - Vogue UK
Erin Lucas is leaving The City to be a gypsy - NY Mag
A misfit in the couture business - WSJ
A snub (of sorts) to fancy - New York Times
Praise the lowered: Tyranny of 6 inch heels is over! - Page Six
Lookbook: Topshop - Nylon

Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Thu, 28 May 2009 13:00:22 -0700

The Unknown Hipster - Style File
81 online and store shopping deals for NY Post readers - NY Post
More from the September issue Vogue documentary featuring Anna Wintour and Grace Coddington - Fashionologie
New colors for Fall: Magenta - WSJ
The perfect bathing suit cover up revealed - Lucky Magazine
An open letter to Mayor Bloomberg - Fashionista
Jimmy Choo Martha pony and suede Clutch - Purse Blog
Anja’s Parisian playdate - The Daily Chic Report
Erin Lucas' city statement - Teen Vogue Blog
Givenchy Nightingale: Fall/Winter 2009 - Nitrolicious

Power Couple: Natalia Vodianova and Justin Portman

FabSugar — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:00:22 -0800

On her own, Natalia Vodianova is one successful model. But with husband Justin Portman by her side, her appeal increases. That's because the couple is always stylish and smiley together.

Natalia is only 26 but she's been married to the British real estate heir for over six years. They have three children together, Lucas Alexander, Neva, and Viktor. It seems modeling runs in the family - all of them posed for an editorial in Vogue's November issue titled Field of Dreams.

True, Natalia's beauty outshines, but her hubby holds his own with nonchalantly cool ensembles. While Natalia usually wears designer frocks, Justin complements her in leather pants, slim shirts, sharp outerwear, and pointy shoes. It's a match made in modeling heaven.

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The Hills Fashion Quiz: Episode 11, "You'll Never Have This..."

FabSugar — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:00:56 -0700

The Hills gang took their drama to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, on last night's episode. The occasion? Why, Brody's birthday, of course. I'm sad Whitney didn't go, but she was probably better off staying away. Justin continued to act like a child, messing with Audrina's emotions by flirting with a gaggle of bikini-clad girls. Lauren consoled Audrina and tried to convince her - for the hundredth time - to dump Justin for good. Like that will ever happen. Back in LA, Stephanie stepped out with her new boyfriend, but Spencer didn't seem to be impressed. We want to know: Were you paying attention to the clothes?

Be sure to take Yum's Food Quiz and find out how to get all the fashion from last night's episode on our new site, CelebStyle!

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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.

Check out all my Fall 2007 coverage here!

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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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Look of the Day: Secondhand Fabulous

FabSugar — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 04:00:22 -0700

jezrel is secondhand fabulous. Her rocking blazer was handed down from her mom - lucky gal! I like how her menswear-inspired ensemble perfectly balances the masculine and feminine. Note the macho gold watch. Love it.

Here's what she has on:

Blazer: YSL
Shorts: Ralph Lauren
Cami: Burberry
Shoes: Burberry
Necklace: Joseph
Watch: Swatch
Shades: Ray-Ban
Bag: Elliot Luca

Congrats to jezrel!

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