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night out July 4, 2012
by Hoda Salameh

What Are You Wearing Today?

Being patriotic is one thing, but looking like a walking American flag is a whole other story. Whatever you decide to don on this beautiful Independence Day, please don’t let your wardrobe get caught up in all the nationalistic paraphernalia. Here, I have shared some storyboards I created that demonstrate a swank approach to dressing [...] 

karen blue eyes June 25, 2012
by Karen Buscemi

Baby’s Got Blue Eyes (thanks to sky-hued eye shadow)

I hope it is never said about me: “Is she wearing makeup? I can’t really see any and yet she looks great!” Phooey. I love makeup and I prefer my makeup to be seen. As women, we endure so much pain and unpleasantry (can anyone say episiotomies and slowing metabolism?), why not make the most [...] 

jerilyn8 June 12, 2012
by Karen Buscemi

Guest Blogger – Jerilyn Cook: Stereotype and Eating Disorders

Stereotype & The Disappearing Girl By Jerilyn Cook We’ve all seen, admired and perhaps even envied the beautiful, waif-like women who grace the pages of Vogue draped in size zero couture, flashbulbs illuminating their gaze. With each turn of the page, we are transcended into the world of fashion, where Chanel, Valentino and McQueen reign [...] 

kilian_hennessy_1-1 April 24, 2012
by Hoda Salameh

Guest Blogger – Erica Rakowicz: The Perfume Artistry of Kilian Hennessy

My fabulous intern, Erica Rakowicz, recently interviewed Kilian Hennessy, the creator of Kilian Fragrance, during his personal appearance at Saks Fifth Avenue in the Somerset Collection. Here, she shares the tale of the mastermind behind the captivating scents, his secret sanctuary and her top Kilian Fragrance picks. Take it away, Erica! Luxurious stories and scents [...] 

style tease_going green on my eyes March 27, 2012
by Karen Buscemi

Retro Makeup Inspired by Miranda Kerr and Jessica Pare

Between Miranda Kerr’s sweet yet sexy fashion editorial, “Flirty Fifties,” in April’s Harper’s Bazaar (middle photo) and watching the new Mrs. Don Draper a.k.a. Jessica Pare (bottom photo) do her rendition of Zou Bisou Bisou during the season premiere of Mad Men, I was inspired to go a little retro with my hair and makeup [...] 

jason wu October 11, 2011
by Karen Buscemi

Guest Blogger – Kristina Marra of Figo: Behind the Scenes at New York Fashion Week

(Today I’m handing over the reins of Casual Shoesday to my friend Kristina Marra, of Figo Salon in Birmingham, who, with her crew, spent seven days backstage at New York Fashion Week delivering hairstyles for 10 runway shows. Here’s what they created and what you can expect to see in hair trends come spring.)   [...] 

IMG_0637 September 12, 2011
by Hoda Salameh

Let Your Nails do The Talking!

Feast your eyes on these nail treats! From gold and chrome metallics to pop art prints, allow your fingertips to make a fierce statement with Minx nails. The clever concept features playful adhesives that are tailored to fit your nails. Minx is only offered at exclusive salons. I received my fresh fix with the talented [...]