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Nordstrom Spring 2016 Beauty Trend Events
Kick off your spring with Nordstrom Spring 2016 Beauty Trend Events, happening this March! This season, join Nordstrom in-store for backstage access to the season’s freshest beauty trends.
Inspired by the art and technique of glamorous beauty, the Spring 2016 trends embrace warm natural looks and pretty pops of pastels for a truly new approach to your everyday look. Here’s a list to additional information on the Beauty Trend Season: http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/spring-beauty-events
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LOreal Paris Makeup Case – Infallible Pro Collection and Tips
LOreal Paris is a premiere cosmetics brand. To my surprise (and excitement) I received a package in the mail. I opened the box and there was a huge makeup case. Enclosed was a card that read, “LOreal Paris is thrilled to share our latest cosmetics launches with you. From contour palettes to matte glosses and brow essentials, each new product combines fashion-forward makeup trends, encouraging every woman to be her own makeup artist.”
Every item in the box was gorgeous and showcased the new Infallible Collection. Timeless beauty is the theme of this product line and I could not agree more! The Infallible Collection is suggested to give customers a longer-wear with high-intensity colors. What does that mean? The pigmentation in this particular product line’s extremely rich (true to color) with a velvety, matte finish.
Also, how many times have we applied foundation only to appear “unpolished” after a few hours? LOreal wants to keep us beautiful all day and night with a liquid foundation (and press powder) that matches our skin tone. The Infallible Pro-Matte Foundation is light-weight with a demi-matte finish.
I have very small eyes and constantly seeking techniques to accent my lids. Also, there’s a little secret, I actually wear contact lenses. Due to this knowledge alone, I like to wear eyeshadow, mascara, and eyeliner for an attractive look. LOreal Paris included (in this makeup case) the Voluminous Superstar Red Carpet Mascara, Infallible Matte-Matic Liner, Infallible Black Velvet Liner, and Colour Riche Eyeshadow.
- Tip: Avoid eyeshadow flaking by applying with a brush!
Aside from seeking new eye techniques, I have a tendency to obsess over my eyebrows because they frame the face. Thankfully, LOreal included the Brow Stylist Prep & Shape Pro-Kit along with the Stylist Definer. I am not a fan of over plucking eyebrows but a nice grooming can do wonders for the bone structure!
Lastly, it’s no secret that I’m a lipgloss lover and fill my makeup bag with various shades. LOreal shared the new Infallible Pro-Matte Gloss (available in ten amazing shades.) I recently learned that having a matte lipgloss is the latest trend. The idea is to convey a velvet-matte finish on your lips for an “Old Hollywood” appearance. This lipgloss is priced at $9.99 which is a good deal considering the higher-end cosmetics brands.
Visit your local drugstore (or Target) to pick up items from The Infallible Pro Collection!
Harbor East Fifth Annual FashionEASTa Fashion Show
Harbor East celebrates five years of bringing fashion to the streets of downtown Baltimore at the Fifth Annual FashionEASTa: The Fashion Show, taking place Saturday, April 30 on Aliceanna Street in Harbor East and supporting Dress for Success Baltimore. The city’s hottest shopping destination takes center stage at this festival-like event, showcasing the fashions of some of its most notable retailers including Anthropologie, Free People, South Moon Under and many more. Throughout the day guests can shop in-store sales and style events, groove to live entertainment, and enjoy cocktails and light fare from Harbor East restaurants. The festivities culminate with a showcase of the best of spring fashion as the hottest looks hit the runway for the FashionEasta Fashion Show, sponsored by Baltimore magazine.
Over the last several years Harbor East has emerged as Baltimore’s go-to shopping destination, attracting renowned national labels as well as the best of local boutiques and fashion-forward brands. 2016 is proving to be no different as the neighborhood welcomes Brooks Brothers and Warby Parker, with both retailers slated to open in the weeks leading up to FashionEASTa.
Arrive fashionably early (festivities kick off at 1PM) to take advantage of shopping events, live music by 3AM Tokyo, and street-side offerings from The Oceanaire, Apropoe’s, Lebanese Taverna, Taco Fiesta and more. The FashionEASTa Fashion Show begins at 3:30PM hosted by Baltimore magazine Style Editor Lauren Bell, bringing audiences a high-energy runway production highlighting spring styles from cocktail attire to festival wear and athleisure. The best part? All of the show’s apparel and accessories come straight from Harbor East retailers, so guests can shop the looks “haute” off the runway.
Participating retailers include: Amaryllis, Anthropologie, Blanca Flor Silver Jewelry, Free People, Handbags in the City, lululemon athletica, Madewell, Sassanova, South Moon Under, Under Armour Brand House, White House/Black Market and more to be announced! Makeup provided by the artists at MAC Cosmetics.
“We look forward to FashionEASTa year after year,” stated Molly Gunion, Marketing & Events Coordinator for South Moon Under. “The event is a great way to connect with our customers and the community in a fun and engaging way, and to celebrate how far Harbor East, and Baltimore, has evolved as a style destination. FashionEASTa is like no other fashion event in the city – we are so thrilled to be involved since the beginning and to celebrate its fifth year!”
FashionEASTa: The Fashion Show is FREE and open to all. Serious fashionEASTas will want to reserve their spot on the Guest List for an even more fabulous experience. VIP Guest List tickets are $35 and include: reserved seating for the FashionEASTa Fashion Show (standing room only otherwise), discounted food & drink vouchers good for street-side offerings from 1-6PM, an exclusive FashionEASTa shopping tote, and daily garage parking in Harbor East. Tickets must be purchased in advance. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Dress for Success Baltimore.
Harbor East’s FashionEASTa promises to be the chicest fashion event of the year, brought to you by Harbor East and sponsored by Baltimore magazine, with styling provided by STEPHANIE BRADSHAW. FashionEASTa is proud to support Dress for Success Baltimore for the third consecutive year.
For more information, updates and to purchase Guest List tickets visit: http://www.harboreast.com/events/fashioneasta-2016/
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About Harbor East
Harbor East is home to some of Baltimore’s best shopping, dining, entertainment, hotels and residences. Among its many eclectic attractions are fine dining restaurants, vibrant and unique shops, a world-class fitness center, seven-screen art house theatre, and the luxury Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore. Harbor East is also an inspiring place for business, providing a contemporary setting for world-class offices. Welcome to Harbor East – 12 square blocks of restaurants, boutiques, hotels, and harbor-side amazing. www.harboreast.com
KELLY ROWLAND OSCAR 2016 – Designer LAQUAN SMITH
KELLY ROWLAND ROCKS OSCAR RED CARPETS
THE SUPERSTAR ATTENDED ELTON JOHN AIDS FOUNDATION’S OSCAR VIEWING PARTY AND KEVIN HART’S POST-OSCAR PARTY
DRESS: LAQUAN SMITH
SHOES: MANOLA BLANIK
JEWELRY: LORRAINE SCWHARTZ
Serena Williams Look – Vanity Fair Oscar Party
Serena Williams looked stunning last night at The Vanity Fair Oscar Party. She was seen wearing a lace gown created by designer Galia Lahav. The entire look was flawless, showcasing Serena with an elegant bob (hairstyle) and flawless, glowing makeup.
I have to admit, this was my favorite red carpet look! The style of this dress accentuates her amazing figure while appearing sexy, stylish, and timeless. This all white ensemble truly adds to Serena Williams “super star” quality.
Saoirse Ronan at the Oscars: Get The Look
The Look: Sultry, youthful and voluminous
The Inspiration: Celebrity hairstylist Adir Abergel was inspired by the construction and details of the Calvin Klein dress. “I wanted to give her an undone, textured blowout with a brushed out beautiful wave hand raked back away from the face,” he says.
How to Get the Look:
- He started by applying John Frieda® Luxurious Volume Perfectly Full™ Mousse all over the roots on towel dried hair. He then air-dried the hair with 100% cold air to achieve maximum volume.
- Then using a medium sized round brush, he dried the hair applying hot air to form the style.
- Then he divided the hair in two-inch sections and wrapped each section into a Velcro roller allowing it cool and set. He did this throughout the entire head.
- Before removing the rollers, he sprayed John Frieda® Luxurious Volume Forever Full™ Hairspray to set the look. He then removed the rollers, applying more spray to a Mason Pearson brush and brushed the hair into soft textured sexy waves.
- He then backcombed the front pieces of hair to create height for a sexy sultry side swept effect.
- To finish, he misted John Frieda Luxurious Volume Forever Full™ Hairspray to lock in the style for the night.
Academy Awards 2016 – Red Carpet Look
Photos from The Academy Awards 2016 –
Charlize Theron – Dior | Kerry Washington – Versace | Chrissy Teigen – Marchesa | Lady Gaga – Brandon Maxwell
Indie Fashion Week – Showcasing FW 2016 Collections
Lights, Camera, Action!” Yes, that very phrase will be heard throughout Washington, DC beginning February 29th as Indie Fashion Week kicks off for its second cycle. Created by Harley Morgan and Terrance Payton (ROE the Agency, LLC), Indie Fashion Week will be a breath of fresh air to the Fashionistas in the Nation’s Capital and those who just love supporting small business in the fashion industry. Indie Fashion Week will host Le Divertissement, from February 29-March 6, 2016. This fashion diversion is a series of Parisian-inspired events each night. Buyers, the media, influencers, style connoisseurs and the general public will get an ample opportunity to interact, connect with, and support Fashion, Beauty, and Lifestyle brands over a seven day span.
Indie Fashion Week aims to bridge the gap between consumers and independent brands by building a platform to facilitate sustainability, brand expansion, and retail opportunities. Indie Fashion Week is building a new and vibrant fashion community by creating a space where tools can be provided to help fashion entrepreneurs to learn about the business of fashion, to hone their craft, to network with their peers, and to build long lasting business relationships.
When asked about the vision behind the creation of Indie Fashion Week, Harley states “Indie Fashion Week is shifting the style culture in a multitude of ways. From highlighting the fashion brands from our area down to the EXPERIENCE that you receive with such a wide range of fashion-fused events, you have no choice but to be excited! The mood Is changing; the time has come for us to get excited about fashion here in our city!”
The full schedule of Indie Fashion Week is as follows:
Monday, February 29– Bienvenue à la Fashion Week Indie: Indie Fashion Week Kick-Off & Live Pop Up Shop at Amsterdam Lounge #ModelMONDAYZ
Tuesday, March 1– Tout le monde aime Street Wear: Street Wear Presentation at Honfleur Gallery #StreetSymphony
Thursday, March 3– Style Me, s’il vous plait: The Style[ish] Competition at Lord & Taylor, Chevy Chase #StyleISH
Friday, March 4– Une nuit sur la ville: Fashion’s Night Out at the Aveda Institute #FashionsNightOut2016
Saturday, March 5– L’apprentissage est à la mode: Indie to Mainstream Fashion Workshop ft. Fashion Industry Experts at the Silver Spring Civic Center #IndietoMainstream
Saturday, March 5- Sole Savers Launch Event in Partnership with Indie Fashion Week | RSVP: http://bit.ly/IFWSoleSavers
Sunday, March 6– Le Spectacle de Nuit: Indie 500, Part Deux, Indie Fashion Week Finale at SAX Restaurant #Indie500Finale
For more information on Indie Fashion Week, information on volunteering or to RSVP to any of the events, please visit www.indiefashionweekdc.com. You can also follow Indie Fashion Week on Social Media: Twitter – @Indie5HundredDC, Instagram – @IndieFashionWeek, and Facebook –www.facebook.com/indiefashionweekdc.
If you’re a media outlet or photographer interested in covering the Indie Fashion Week, please send your inquiry to Candice@CandiceNicolePR.com.
Arlette Jewelry Launches New Empire Collection
Leading NY designer jewelry house Arlette Jewelry has recently launched its new Empire Collections. The latest collection has promised exquisite pieces in bamboo, pearl, added to gold & silver. The new Empire collection offers exquisite one-of-a-kind fashion forward jewelries that’s designed in New York & crafted in Italy.
“We are glad to announce that we have recently lunched our all-new Empire Collections which duly complements our signature one-of-a-kind exotic style statement with every piece. We believe in the royal prowess of every woman out there and our latest imperial collections are sure to bring up the inner Queen in you”, smiled a leading spokesperson from Arlette.
Founded in 2002, Arlette Jewelry is an endeavor of Arlette Sarkissians, an esteemed alumnus of Gemological Institute of America & Academy of Fine Arts in Italy. The dynamic designer-lady believes in inspiring strength & class in all the womenfolk out there through her innovative & cutting-edge ornaments.
“With the creative soul of an artist & mind of a daring entrepreneur, Arlette has come up with exclusive timeless pieces which are a mind blowing fusion of a cutting edge NY designer & seasoned craftsmanship of Italy. Our pieces have earned accolades for their spectacular elegance, fashion fervor & bang-on attitude and the new Empire Collections is just an extension of Arlette’s unmatched magnificent creations.”
The latest collections from Arlette’s arsenal cover all sorts of jewelries ranging from bracelets, earrings, rings, pendant and necklaces. The senior manager from the group stressed on something for everyone with the new launch.
“You can choose from our chunky Empire cuff ring to complement your Gothic style whereas our Snake ring would be great when you are looking for something truly wild but not garish. Our pearl silver drops would be excellent for your dainty statement while our Empire royal blue horn pendant is meant to accentuate your ravishing flamboyance”, she explained while speaking on the collections.
A trendy NY designer, Arlette deploys all state of the art technologies related to the digital media to give life to her creative styles & get the right vision of colors to complement them. Being a New Yorker, she holds updated knowledge on the latest jewelry trends & promised an elegant craftsmanship backed by old world values of integrity, refinement & superior artistry.
About Arlette Jewelry: Based at Manhattan, New York, Arlette Jewelry is founded by Arlette Sarkissians in 2002 with the sole aim of reinventing the fashion forward jewelries. All the jewelries are made with gold, precious and semi-precious stones by combining efforts of highly skilled and specialized craftsmen with latest technology.