Monday, June 3, 2013

How to Master the Chic Chignon

How to Master the Chic ChignonWhen looking to create a lovely, feminine hairstyle, it truly doesn't get much better than a chignon. Although this chic updo might seem complicated, creating one isn't as daunting as you may think — it's all in the preparation and products! Here are five easy steps to create a modern chignon.

1. Create Texture in Your HairWhether with hairspray, mousse or dry shampoo, you need to add some grit to your hair in order for the style

Sunday, May 19, 2013

5 Fashion Trends to Rock This Summer

5 Fashion Trends to Rock This SummerHere are five trends to incorporate into your wardrobe for a stylish sunny season to come!


By: Sydne Summer
Once summer rolls around, the sartorial themes you’ll want to rock are decidedly louder and more vibrant than the looks you were donning in spring. Here are five trends to add to your list for a stylish sunny season to come!

1. Fluorescent AccentsNeon clothes spread like wildfire last summer. This year, the focus is

5 Make-Up Must-Haves for Moms on a Budget

5 Make-Up Must-Haves for Moms on a BudgetGet these budget-friendly essentials and get out the door quick — and looking great.


Whether you’re chasing your kids around the playground or meeting clients in the boardroom, moms need a quick and easy routine for putting on a pretty face. With only five items in your makeup bag, you can have everything you need to (beautifully!) face whatever the day throws your way.

1. Moisturizer
Just as a painter preps a canvas, applying moisturizer primes your

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

9 Summer Makeup Tips

Summer is full of pleasures — but melting makeup, sliding eyeliner, and supersticky lipstick are not among them. "In hot weather, applying your makeup should be as simple and comfy as putting on your favorite pair of jeans and flip-flops," says New York City makeup artist Troy Surratt. "But the heat and humidity are a challenge, so you have to make a few little changes to your routine." That's why we asked top makeup artists to spill their best tips — the same ones they use on star clients who are being filmed under hot lights or in humid locations — for keeping makeup looking fresh and pretty, even when the weather is working against you. From their faves, we've put together this can't-miss list.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Get Pretty for a Cozy Date Night

Right around this time of year, I stop wanting to leave the house. Like, ever.

While I’m definitely the kind of girl who enjoys a good night out on the town, when the thermostat drops below 30 degrees it’s time to hunker down with a fantastic home-cooked meal (click here to browse all my favorite recipes), a truly terrible horror movie (because those are the best kind) and a very special someone.

A cozy date night is all about candles. It's about wine. It's about brownies made from a box and eaten

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Worried about pesky perspiration? Here are six great ways to sweat-proof your look.

While it's somewhat counterintuitive, the warming climes of spring and summer do not lend themselves well to makeup primers. But how else can you keep your look going strong while enjoying the outdoors?

When temperatures rise, we need to do all we can to keep our makeup from wilting five minutes after application. Here are my six best anti-sweat beauty tactics to keep your perspiration from preempting your pretty.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Check out these four tips for streamlining your beauty routine for a stress-free morning


How to Streamline Your Makeup Routine for a Stress-Free MorningIf you want to streamline your morning makeup routine, the key is organization. I like to arrange my stash according to item type (eye shadows and liners in one drawer, for instance, blushes and bronzers in another). The drawers I use are from a large desk that I actually employ as a vanity table.

I also like to keep a tightly edited "favorites of the moment" makeup bag on top of my table. I switch these "greatest hits" out often depending on what I'm testing, but