August 23, 2010
- While Summer 2010 will definitely go down as the season of blue nails, another standout shade definitely proved to be worth its weight in gold: Nars 'Versailles' Nail Polish. This metallic champagne shade has everyone in the ESSENCE.COM offices head over heels, and it's not hard to see why. At once a great-for-everyday neutral and a sexy-night-on-the-town shimmer, the hue is chic, versatile--and it happens to look fierce with a tan. Snatch up a bottle before the special edition polish...
Filed under: Celebrity Style , Fashion News
Kimora Lee Simmons recently announced that she's parting ways with...
- The much anticipated is here! Trend report off the runway from the recently concluded Cape Town fashion week, theme of the event was ‘ Renew, Revive, Refresh’ judging from what we have seen, the show touched every angle of the 3 R’s and we are indeed proud of South Africa, looks like they are gradually [...]
- The barely-there face definitely has its place, but sometimes a girl just feels like cranking up the drama. Nothing says over-the-top glamour like winged eyeshadow! Now, this look is a bit bolder than the traditional cat-eye liquid liner moment (you know, with the little swoop at the outer corners). Winged eyeshadow involves a dark shadow shade blended from the lashes to the crease, and then curved up and outwards, towards the temples. Not for the timid, to be sure, but everyone should try this...
- Patent leather shoes have come a long way from the square front Mary Janes that we wore as kids. The lustrous look is an easy way to dress up bland basics; and in the bootie, platform, and pump varieties, they evoke a classic sexiness even when paired with standout tops. Start shining like the top of the Chrysler building in patent leather footwear. Here's some inspiration to get you glossin'....
August 21, 2010
- Amidst vacations in the Mediterranean and a blood diamond scandal that involves one of the most notorious former dictators from Western Africa, Naomi Campbell is finding time to give back. The supermodel's charity Fashion for Relief has teamed up with Dolce & Gabbana to create a limited edition collection of tee-shirts that celebrate Campbell's 25 years in modeling.
- Technically, the summer's almost over, but it doesn't have to be. Extend the life of the sunny season with Bobbi Brown's Beach Fragrance! This refreshing mist is an intoxicating blend of everything summery and sun-kissed--think sand jasmine, sea spray, and mandarin. And since it comes in a spray, the fragrance is uber-subtle (perfect if you love day-to-night, barely-there scents). We're hooked. Bobbi Brown Beach Fragrance, $55, bobbibrowncosmetics.com...
August 20, 2010
- Spots are cute on dalmatians, but not on your precious skin. Unfortunately, Black women are naturally prone to dark spots (ie, hyperpigmentation) and extra stress and sun damage can can make it worse! Forget expensive laser treatments--Origins offers a less expensive alternative with their new Brighter by Nature Skin Tone Correcting Serum. The lightweight formula fades dark areas and evens out skin tone overall, leaving your complexion looking fresh, youthful and super-radiant. Sign us up!...
Filed under: Fashion News
The Iceland brand E-Label has recently accused Beyonce of stealing their designs for her line House of Dereon. The owners specifically point to a pair of...Filed under: Fashion News
Zoe Kravitz stars in Alexander Wang's new T line fall ad campaign. The 21-year-old daughter of Lenny Kravitz and Lisa Bonet has posed alongside model Max Motta in ads that just recently hit the streets of NYC, promoting Wang's ready-to-wear duds.
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