Style [+] Life [+] Fashion by [@kwest1908]
If you missed this photo of Michelle Obama posing for The Verge, don’t worry we have the update right here!
FLOTUS looked amazing wearing a classic button-down shirt and belted slacks, accented with zippers.
To accentuate this photo, the editor also placed Michelle in front of a tangerine background. It’s safe to conclude that our first lady’s fashionable, hip, and definitely in charge!
Lupita Nyongo is on the cover of Instyle Magazine. The actress is featured in the April 2016 issue wearing a green, cut out body con dress from the Proenza Schouler Collection.
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.
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:
Photos from The Academy Awards 2016 –
Charlize Theron – Dior | Kerry Washington – Versace | Chrissy Teigen – Marchesa | Lady Gaga – Brandon Maxwell
Texture on the Runway, took place last Saturday in New York City. This was a unique runway show where curls are embraced and the center of attention! Five brands put together five amazing looks to celebrate every hair texture.
“The Socialite” by Cantu
“When you want your hair to be your biggest and best accessory, this super defined afro will do just that and more!” Cantu stylist, Maria Antoinette
Step-by-step:
1. Starting with clean hair, apply Cantu Shea Butter for Natural Hair Leave In Conditioning Repair Cream
2. Section off a horizontal part of hair in the nape and apply Cantu Shea Butter Coconut Curling Cream and Cantu Shea Butter for Natural Hair Moisturizing Twist & Lock Gel
3. Brush through to evenly distribute the product
4. Next, taking a medium sized section of hair and two strand twist the hair down to the ends
5. Roll the ends on to perm rods to create a curl
6. Repeat until all of the hair is twisted and rolled on perm rods
7. Once hair is completely dry, remove all perm rods and twists
8. Finally, separate each twist until desired fullness
“The Boss” by Cantu
“The perfect style to create on an old twist out or to prolong shampoo day!” Cantu stylist, Maria Antoinette
Step-by-step:
1. Hydrate hair with Cantu Shea Butter for Natural Hair Moisturizing Curl Activator Cream and Cantu Shea Butter for Natural Hair Comeback Curl Next Day Curl Revitalizer
2. Detangle and brush all hair into a top knot
3. Apply Cantu Shea Butter Extra Hold Edge Stay Gel on the full perimeter of the hairline
4. Use a bristle brush to evenly distribute through the hair and secure with a pony tail holder
5. Take Marley hair and Kanekalon braiding hair, twist the two hair textures into a loose two strand twist and secure each end with an elastic band
6. Starting in the middle of the twisted extensions, secure around the top knot with bobby pins
7. Pin the twisted extensions into place, to best compliment the face shape
Zang Toi transported the audience to the Courchevel in the French Alps with his Fall/Winter 2016 collection. Using Macadamia Professional products, Eiji Yamane created the “Courchevel Chignon” hairstyle that featured a classic Hollywood glamour in the front with loose chignons in the back. Here’s how he did it:
The Look: The Courchevel Chignon
Lead Stylists for Macadamia Professional: Eiji Yamane
Step-by-Step:
1. Evenly distribute Macadamia Professional Blow Dry Lotion, section hair and blow dry.
2. Part hair over the right eye and curl front left section of hair with a large curling iron to create loose waves. Spray with Macadamia Professional Style Lock Strong Hold Hairspray and pin back taking care not to cause a crimp or mark with your pin. Run curling iron through the right side creating slight bend and clip back.
3. Take remaining hair and pull back into a low ponytail at the nape of the neck. Using a curling iron, curl the entire section at once to give slight softness and movement.
4. Separate ponytail into three sections. Take the left section and curling up; create a large loop, hiding the ends inside the newly defined bun. Secure with bobby pins and spray with Macadamia Professional Style Lock Strong Hold Hairspray to lock in place.
5. Repeat step 4 with the middle and right sections of the ponytail to create a triple chignon.
6. Remove clips from the front right section and loosely pull hair back along the side of the head, creating a light wave above the ear. Tuck the ends behind the chignon and secure in place with pins. Spray with Macadamia Professional Style Lock Strong Hold Hairspray.
7. While holding hair in place with your hand, remove clips from the front left section and create dramatic waves cascading along the side of the head. Spray with Macadamia Professional Style Lock Strong Hold Hairspray hold waves in place and then tuck the ends behind the chignon and secure in place with pins.
8. To complete the look, liberally spray Macadamia Professional Weightless Moisture Dry Oil Micro Mist for added shine and luster.
Macadamia Professional Blow Dry Lotion ($24; Ulta.com)
Macadamia Professional Blow Dry Lotion is a lightweight lotion that gives a smooth, silky finish with heat protection. In addition to humidity control, this blow dry lotion provides thermal and UV protection, keeping hair hydrated hair without any fly-a-ways.
Macadamia Professional Style Lock Strong Hold Hairspray ($25; Ulta.com)
Macadamia Professional Style Lock Strong Hold Hairspray is a quick drying, hairspray designed to keep long-wearing or hard-to-hold styles in place all day. It offers frizz-free, touchable control without flaking. Provides firm hold.
Macadamia Professional Weightless Moisture Dry Oil Micro Mist ($31.95; Ulta.com)
Macadamia Professional Weightless Moisture Dry Oil Micro Mist is an ultra-lightweight, quick-absorbing blend of nine oils that imparts the hair with a natural shine. Loaded with essential nutrients, it helps strengthen and protect against breakage.
Regardless of hair type or texture, all women will experience a form of hair damage at some point in life. Often times, it’s a result of poor thermal and daily styling routines all for the desire to remain on hair trend while managing busy lifestyles.
For DIY home stylists, maintaining vibrant and healthy hair is often a challenge. With the introduction of Black Olive Oil Repair 7™, ORS is meeting the need for healthy hair head-on with a full maintenance line designed to moisturizer, strengthen and protect hair from future damage. This premium product line features Sulfate Free Shampoo; Rinse Out Conditioner; Leave-In Conditioner; Leave-In Treatment; and Oil Elixir–all formulated to address 7 signs of hair damage.
“We aim to meet the needs of the ever evolving home stylist with quality hair solutions that address real hair issues,” said Candace Cage, Senior Brand Manager, Namaste Laboratories, makers of ORS brand products. “The Black Olive Oil Repair 7 system revitalizes damaged hair leaving it stronger, healthier and ready for versatile styling.”
Rich in Vitamin E, anti-oxidants and Omega 3, the black olive hydrates, nourishes and protects the hair. The Repair 7 benefits include thermal protection, shine, frizz control, anti-breakage, strength, reconstruction and volume which leaves hair shiny, strong and beautiful.
ORS™ Black Olive Oil Repair 7 ™ is now available at select Target stores, on Target.com and Amazon.com.
Product Range & Key Benefits
Sulfate Free Shampoo (12.5 oz.) SRP $7.99
Thoroughly cleanses hair leaving hair feeling moisturized all while preparing hair for conditioning treatments.
Rinse Out Conditioner (12.5 oz.) SRP $8.99
Penetrates and rebuilds hair damaged by thermal styling improving overall hair health, shine and elasticity.
Leave-In Conditioner (8.5 oz.) SRP $8.99
Two phase conditioning spray that improves hair strength protects against thermal damage and adds shine and moisture. Great for use before blow drying.
Leave-In Treatment (4.5 oz.) SRP $10.99
This miracle leave-in treatment, instantly addresses the 7 signs of damage. Perfect for use after conditioning to help protect hair from environment and thermal appliances.
Oil Elixir (4.5 oz.) SRP $10.99
Highly potent oil elixir that transforms dry, damaged hair back to vibrant health. Hair instantly looks glossier, shinier and silkier.
ABOUT ORS
ORS™ (formerly Organic Root Stimulator™) is a leader in the ethnic hair care market. Trusted, true and the “original,” our hallmark is exceptional quality, performance and integrity – qualities which we employ to develop and deliver the best products for relaxed and natural hair.
Our Mission:
To meet the unmet needs of the health-conscious, style-seeking, multicultural consumer with new and natural solutions for hair, skin and body.
To be based on a philosophy of quality, performance and integrity.
To use only the highest quality of natural ingredients in our products that will be of the highest benefit to the consumers.
To extend the power of the brand to help uplift communities and support forward thinking.
Reese Witherspoon, Kerry Washington, Elizabeth Banks, and Eva Longoria graced the cover of Entertainment Weekly. The simplicity of this photo was amazing – all of the girls are having a classic shirt and denim moment!
How to achieve the look:
ANTONIO ORTEGA Couture Show during Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week
ANTONIO ORTEGA
Spring-Summer 2016
Couture Collection
BEAUTY REPORT
Credit : Antonio Ortega