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Total texture dominated the carpet at the Emmy Awards. Be it metallics, florals, ruffles, sequins, or pleats, fabrics were layered, stitched, and cinched to create deep, textural tones and ignite visual intrigue. Each textural gown delivered something unique, like January Jones's metallic blue Versace, Heidi Klum's black Marchesa, and Emily Deschanel's purple tiered wonder. Enter to get a closer Read more
I've been a little wary of texturizing sprays ever since a junior high run-in with a "beach curls" product that left my hair tragically oily and flat just hours before a dance. But now my faith has been restored by A Beautiful Life Pre Game Texturizing Spray ($22), which uses natural ingredients to deliver big, coconut-scented waves and plenty of volume. I have very fine hair with an open wave, Read more
When choosing your makeup look du jour, do you think about how to best combine the differences in textures, or do you only really think about color? Here's a look from the 2008 Fall runways, that pairs a powder bronzer with a matte lip and subtle dewy eyes. How important is the texture vs. the color of your makeup when you're planning out your look? Source Do You Take Texture Into Read more
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 Read more
FitSugar reader JuicyNoelle came up with this special cookie for Valentine's Day; she posted the recipe in our Healthy Recipe group. Tied with a festive pink ribbon and a little love, I’m hoping these cookies will be perfect for Valentine's Day. The whole-grain oats, nuts, and cherries in these cookies add heartiness, while the melted dark-chocolate chunks deliver bursts of richness. The chia Read more
For Fall 2012, BCBG delivered a vibrant color range via flowy colorblocked dresses, mixed fur jackets, and two-toned trench coats. Known for its very wearable designs, BCBG juxtaposed textures and fabrications for looks that were effortlessly easy and cool. Take a look at the entire runway show now! Read more
You know that amazing moment when you pull off a sweater and your hair looks perfectly disheveled immediately thereafter? That's just the effect hairstylist Kevin Ryan (for Aveda) wanted to capture when creating the lifted, slightly mussed coiffures at Richard Chai Love. To create the play on texture, particularly at the crown, Ryan began by spritzing the brand's Volumizing Tonic on models' Read more
An architectural aesthetic, specifically Bauhaus style, rules for BCBG's Fall 2012 collection. Structure manifested itself via colorblocking, but it was done on fluid silk chiffon shift dresses, so the effect was a pretty blend of strong forms on flowy silhouettes. The geometric shapes created by bold color combos — black and orange, merlot and blush — were intensified with textural plays Read more
The search for sexy foods is an ancient pursuit, and aphrodisiacs come in many healthy forms — with skins, peels, and shells. And healthy living and romantic meals aren't mutually exclusive. We've rounded up 10 foods considered sexy for their suggestive shape, texture, or color, and found recipes so you can add them to your romantic Valentine's meal. If you're on the prowl for a healthier love Read more
Olivia Palermo kicked off Fashion Week right with a styled appearance at last night's QVC runway show. The fashion pro outfitted an eclectic-chic evening ensemble, opting for her standout printed Tibi pants and a gorgeous pair of Manolo Blahnik heels to amp up the glamour. As always, it's Olivia's way of pulling together a variety of pieces that captured our attention; she succeeded in a cool mix Read more
