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NY Fashion Week: Cynthia Steffe Spring / Summer 2010

Cynthia Steffe | Spring / Summer Runway Summer 2010 Runway Review Excerpt: We can't forget that when this collection hits stores, it's sure to be a crowd pleaser that's been tweaked to offer something for absolutely everyone. #NYFW Cynthia Steefe is one of those sportswear labels that quickly rose to prominence during the earlier part of this decade only to be fizzled out by some serious in-house design changes before the company was able to make its signature clear and concise and most importantly strong. This left new designer Shaun Kearny wandering between disparate notions of where to lead the successful line. His Spring/Summer 2010 outing for Cynthia Steffe was to me, not only one his, but one of the

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NY Fashion Week: BCBG Spring / Summer 2010

BCBG | Spring / Summer Runway Summer 2010 Runway Review Excerpt: Sometimes you don't always need a new proposition and there's nothing wrong with knowing what works and sticking to it and Max & Lubov Azria used this to their full advantage. BCBG has come a long, long way since it's humble inception in the early 90's and I fondly remember back in the day, about 7th grade to be exact, that when it first hit the states it was the label to get your hands on, especially since it was so elusive at the time. While that may not be the case anymore, you have to think that if BCBG has done anything, it has completely eclipsed major department

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Mr. Beauty Tips: Summer Makeup Tips to Beat the Heat

Summer makeup tips to beat the heat
Help, I'm in a summer makeup meltdown… When it becomes summer in the city, or in the country for that matter, I know many women who decide to wear much less or no makeup at all. Besides the fact that it can feel like it's suffocating your pores when they want to breathe, makeup just tends to literally melt off the face when the temps go up. I'm here to tell you that just because the mercury is rising doesn't mean you need to go au natural if you don't want to… There are a few solutions to the summer heat foundation problem: Liquid Foundation- If you are using a liquid foundation definitely go with a water-based product.When it becomes

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Get the Look: Euro Summer Chic Starts With a Long Scarf…

European Flair with Style Muse Sylvie van der Vaart Euro Summer Chic Starts With a Long Scarf. European Flair with Style Muse Sylvie van der Vaart There is that certain Euro flair that makes dressing for the hottest summer days look so chic and polished. Many of us would skimp on fashion to beat the heat, but Euro girls know just how to accessorize in very chic way without sacrificing style. What's the classic European secret to summer style? Accessories, namely a scarf! Let's look at style muse Sylvie van der Vaart and how she worked a casual summer shopping outfit to look so hot, and not in a temperature kind of way. First, she is wearing a very simple

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Jelly Shoes, Designer One-Ups the Cheapie Summer Sandal…

Even Givenchy has jelly gladiators and you should too! Jelly Shoes, Designer One-Ups the Cheapie Summer Sandal. Even Givenchy has jelly gladiators and you should too! Once upon a time jelly fisherman sandals with cute anklets were all the rage for grown-up girls. Then the ubiquitous jelly shoe lay buried at the bottom of the bin of boardwalk novelty stores alongside beach sarongs that screamed the name of the beach du jour in iron-on type. Wait up--jelly shoes are back and quite chic this time around! I must say that the leader of the fashion pack for jellies are the Givenchy Shoes Cutout Jelly Flats in matte plastic. Now, if you think about it, quite a fashion steal to get

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Mr. Beauty Tips: Summer Skincare and Sunscreen Advice from Dermatologist Dr. Francesca Fusco

Fun in the Sun… How honored was I when top NYC dermatologist Dr. Francesca Fusco agreed to be interviewed? Very! Although Francesca is my dermatologist, I know that she is amazingly busy and sought after, so I was thrilled when she agreed to answer some questions about my treatment, skin care recommendations and getting clear about sunscreen. Summer is just a round the corner (yay!!!) and I wanted to find out some skincare tips and recommendations from the expert. I think in many ways we all know much of the basics when it comes to sunscreen and skincare at this point, right? Well…no. Francesca enlightened me about some real basics that I had not known about sunscreen and maybe you

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Pink Lips rule vivid lipstick shades for summer…

You might want to call it the Pink Lip, lay off on natural beauty Jessica Biel Lip Watch: Pink Lips rule vivid lipstick shades for summer...You might want to call it the Pink Lip, lay off on natural beauty Jessica Biel Lip Watch! Runway to real way can be impossible to pull off for many beauty trends. The crazy, vivid lipstick trend is so hot for summer and does look fab when on a runway, in a fashion editorial, or when executed just the right way— as in the gorgeous flush of pink on Jessica Biel, pictured here. I have to admit a strange bias as to not loving baby pink lips. Mostly in that they remind me of an

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Budget Fashion: Tracy Feith makes every day a summer day at Target

Ride the cheap chic wave with a splash of color and happy fashion aesthetic… A fashion staple in New York's NoLita, Brooklyn, the Hamptons, and L.A., the cool, colorful, and effortless BoHo frocks sold in Tracy Feith boutiques are a go-to destination for laid-back looks high on style. The made in Manhattan collection has a celebrity following of Julia Roberts, Kate Hudson, and First Fashion Plate, Michelle Obama. Feith's skateboarder roots and beachy elan embody his happy and hip designs which are branching out to most Target stores nationwide for a limited-edition run in the Tracy Feith for Target GO International Collection. The Tracy Feith for Target collection launches May 17–just in time to score some cheap chic sundresses, bikinis,

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Retail Remedy: Venice Window Shopping, Italian Summer Style

Retail remedy, what's better then that, holiday or not? This entry is part 1 of 1 in the series Venice Window Shopping... Or, how I spent my summer vacation, Part Uno: The family and I (pooch included) were lollygagging about in Venice for a bit. In true Italian style– as I know it– everything is beautiful but doesn’t necessarily work as expected. The loft apartment we rented was amazing: Brand new renovation in an Old Venice building with a fab rooftop deck and view, super clean and modern Italian style with attention to every detail, except completion. Wow, that sounds like our construction projects sans the view! As the first renters after the total renovation we had the pleasure of

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Fashion Video: Spring – Summer 2009 Affordable Fashion Trends

Behind the scenes at the H&M photo shoot and what to wear on a budget… Retro Romantic, Timeless Tailoring, and Art & Architecture are the big, affordable fashion trends at H&M for spring - summer 2009.Take a behind-the-scenes video invitation at a photo shoot for ways to style the looks and commentary from Scott Schuman of The Sartorialist, Camilla Morton the fashion journalist Harpers Bazaar & Vogue.com, Sophia Neophitou the Editor in Chief 10 Magazine, Ann-Sofie Johansson the Head of Design H&M, and the photo shoot’s stylist Robert Rydberg. There’s nothing like fantastic styling to prove that you can master can-do chic on a budget with just the right knack and combination to style your look in a way that’s

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HOT SUMMER RUNWAY HAIR STYLES

Summer's Hottest Runway Hairstyles. Top stylist hair tips to master the biggest hair trends Plus, Hairstyle Photos for- Goddess Braids . Braids . Girl Next Door . Hollywood Classic Hair . 80's Pop Hairstyles . Volume and Waves HOT SUMMER HAIRSTYLESTop stylist hair tips to master the biggest hair trends7 pages of spring summer hair stylesRead- It's all about The Look Hairstyle Photos for... Goddess Braids - Braids - Girl Next Door - Hollywood Classic Hair - 80's Pop Hairstyles - Volume and Waves Dear Sharon: I want a new hairstyle for summer. I'm obsessed about all the boho clothes and bold colors in fashion now and think my long hair looks pretty blah by comparison. Can you tell me

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Summer glow

Fake a natural looking tan Jergens® Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer is the first and only mass market (i.e., does not cost a fortune) moisturizer which gradually develops a soft natural shimmer without any of the streaking or orange coloration you'd find in a self tanner. Burnt orange, LV brown, toasted bagel, palomino taupe, copper pipe, antique luggage… lovely shades indeed, but not for your skin color! Faking a tan is easy. Getting natural looking results can be a bit tricky. Say ciao-ciao to looking like an airbrushed orange starlet. Forget about excessive exfoliation and stubborn streaks, Jergens® Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer is the first and only mass market (i.e., does not cost a fortune) moisturizer which gradually develops a soft

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Summer runway hairstyles…

Summer hair styles right off the runway... Just what you need to put a kibosh on boring hair Our biggest hair feature ever- Runway photos for each top trend and easy how to get the look tips Dear Sharon: My hair is just blah! I want the shaggy 70's bang look that's in right now but I don't know how to get it. My hair is not very long - mostly past my shoulders- and I'm wondering if it is still possible to get that look with my length of hair. If not, what would you recommend? I'm sick of putting my hair into a ponytail- I want to wear it down and sexy. Please help my boring hair. -Fash-Mag-Shag

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