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Blake Lively Pegged as New Chanel Ambassador

reLYME — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 10:31:04 EST

I was half-tempted to begin this post with, What the..., but decided against it.

Gossip Girl's favorite blonde, Blake Lively, was selected by Karl Lagerfeld to be the ambassador for Chanel's new Mademoiselle handbag line. The campaign ads, photographed by Lagerfeld, should make their rounds in April.

Now, of course, Lively would not be someone that I would've guessed to fill this role, but Lagerfeld does indeed always have a vision. He is quoted as saying of the actress, “She’s a kind of American dream girl...She’s full of life.”

Surprisingly enough, I am looking forward to peeping the ads when they're available. Lively is a different face than we've seen in the past, but for Chanel, who constantly tugs at this girl's heart strings, can I handle different?

What are your thoughts on Blake Lively as the face of Mademoiselle?

*Photo credit: Courtesy Photo

Sugarcoated: Sweet Coats for a Chilly Winter

reLYME — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 17:10:17 EST

I remember last winter, cropped coats were everywhere, and I shuffled through the bitter chill in my long coat. I refused to buy a new shorter coat since mine was warm, however. Then, mine was 'accidentally' thrown into the wash and, long story short, it's now a cropped coat.

Bottom line is this: long overcoats are back as evidenced by celebs like Halle Berry and Stella McCartney:

To face the colder months ahead, I'm weighing my options for a heavy coat. Here are a few of my faves:

French Connection, $300

Banana Republic, $211

J.Crew, $150

*Celebrity photos courtesy of Getty Images.

Behind-the-Scenes with Bluefly & Project Runway

reLYME — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 04:33:52 EST

If you're like me, you look forward to Thursday evenings for one reason and one reason only: Project Runway! And like me, maybe you've wondered just how the contestants pick out the perfect accessories to pair with their challenge looks.

Well, now Bluefly is giving us a behind-the-scenes look at Project Runway contestants selecting the perfect duds for the runway from the Bluefly Accessory Wall. Check it out:

Christina Aguilera Wears NARS Makeup at 2010 Golden Globes!

reLYME — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 19:19:45 EST

Looking like the perfect portrait of glam, Christina Aguilera took to the Red Carpet at the 2010 Golden Globes wearing NARS makeup. And boy, was she stunning!

Below is Kristofer’s method for snagging Christina’s look:

Complexion: Use the Balancing Moisture Lotion and apply the Makeup Primer as a base. Apply Firming Foundation and set with Pressed Powder.
Eyes: Apply the vanilla side of India Song Duo Eyeshadow as a base, over the entire lid and up to eyebrow. Next, use the shimmering walnut shade of India Song Duo Eyeshadow and apply to the outer corner and under the bottom lash line. Then, use the warm rich brown side of Cordura Duo Eyeshadow just under eye rubbing into the lower lash line to create smokey eye. Curl the eyelashes and apply a coat of Larger Than Life Lengthening Mascara to top and bottom lashes, following with 2 coats of Larger Than Life Volumizing Mascara for full lashes. Take Nuits Blanches Eyeliner Stylo and dot in between individual lashes [Kristofer’s tip: “I used the Push Eyeliner Brush to blend the eyeliner in between the lashes, which helped to apply just enough without looking to heavy.”]
Lips: Use the Fantasia Lipliner Pencil and Niagara Lipstick. Next, apply Easy Lover Lip Gloss (NEW for Spring 2010) over [Kristofer’s tip:“Applying a sheer pink gloss on top of a nude colored lip provides a nice modern pop of color.”]
Cheeks: Generously apply Orgasm Illuminator (NEW for Spring 2010) to cheekbones, décolletage, and shoulders for an all over glow. Use Malaysia Multiple Bronzer to contour cheeks by blending under cheekbones. Apply the Mata Hari Blush to the apple of cheeks and lightly tap on browbone [Kristoper’s tip: “Lightly dusting a blush on the browbone gives life to the eye and melds the whole look together.”] Next, with short, back and forth quick strokes use Nico Blush to highlight cheekbones.

Orgasm Illuminator will be available at Sephora on February 1 and all other NARS Cosmetics are available at NARSCosmetics.com.

Julianna Margulies in NARS at the 2010 Golden Globes!

reLYME — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 19:13:07 EST

Looking gorgeous, as per usual, Julianna Margulies wore NARS makeup on the red carpet at the 67th Golden Globe Awards.

NARS expert, Kristofer Buckle offers his step-by-step tips for achieving her look:

Complexion: Using fingers apply Orgasm Illuminator (NEW for Spring 2010) down the center of the nose, across cheekbones, and on the apples of the cheeks. Apply Firming Foundation all over face, mixing in with the Orgasm Illuminator. Re-apply Orgasm Illuminator over the entire complexion to encourage shine [Kristofer’s tip: “I used the Flat Concealer Brush to apply the Orgasm Illuminator on top of the foundation creating high gleam.”]
Eyes: Apply both sides of Cordura Duo Eyeshadow into the crease and all over the eyelid. Dab the sooty dark brown side of Cordura Duo Eyeshadow on the outer part of the eye [Kristofer’s tip: “I love the shimmering iridescent in this eyeshadow. A metallic iridescence softens the smokiness of an eye allowing it to look like it is part of the skin rather than looking gothic.”] Next, use the sable shade from Brousse Duo Eyeshadow and lightly dust under lower lash line. Then, lightly tap Orgasm Illuminator (NEW for Spring 2010) on the inside corner of the eye. Curl the eyelashes and apply Larger Than Life Lengthening Mascara.
Lips: Apply Cruising Lipstick (NEW Spring 2010) Next, layer Ophelia Lip Gloss (NEW Spring 2010) over the lipstick. [Kristofer’s tip: “I love this soft pink, it adds just the right amount of color.”]
Cheeks: Dust Super Orgasm Blush onto the apples of cheeks.
Body: Blend Orgasm Illuminator (NEW for Spring 2010) all over neck and décolletage.

Orgasm Illuminator will be available at Sephora on February 1 and all other NARS Cosmetics are available at NARSCosmetics.com.

Get the Look: Marion Cotillard at the 2010 Golden Globes

reLYME — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 06:32:33 EST

I fell in love with Marion Cotillard's flawless look after I saw her in Nine. Her appearance at this year's Golden Globe's is no exception. To add some subtlety to her pompadour hairstyle, she opted for soft, pretty makeup. And her look is totally achievable.

Check out how to snag her Red Carpet look in a few easy steps with Smashbox:

Line eyes with a blue liner. I like Smashbox's Cream Eye Liner in Picasso
Apply nude or muted shadow. Check out Smashbox's Eye Shadow Trio in Multi-Flash
Add a touch of softness with a cheek highlighter like Smashbox's Soft Lights in Shimmer.
Top off the look with a pinkish-nude lip. The best for the job? Smashobox's Photo Finish Lipstick in Captivating.

Red Carpet Worst Dressed (So far): 2010 Golden Globes

reLYME — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 03:50:26 EST

For every beautiful gown on the Red Carpet, are often found three hideous gowns. Many of them left me asking, "Why, why, why???"
And many of these, I wanted to love because of who is wearing them. (Ahem...Jayma Mays.) Alas! Here are what I consider to be 5 of the most awful creations on this year's GG Red Carpet:

Maria Menounos:

Perrey Reeves:

Jayma Mays:

Diane Kruger:

Carrie Ann Inaba:

Thoughts???

Check out more photos of the 2010 Golden Globes Red Carpet below:

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*Photos courtesy of Getty Images

Red Carpet Top 7 Best Dressed: 2010 Golden Globes

reLYME — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 03:36:11 EST

Whereas this year's Golden Globes Red Carpet won't be dropping any jaws, there are, however, some tactful, tasteful gowns. Some stunning, some innovative, and some classic.
Here are 7 of my picks for best dressed:

Sandra Bullock:

Maggie Gyllenhaal:

Emily Blunt:

Shaun Robinson:

Lea Michele:

Christina Hendricks:

Samantha Harris:

Feedback?
Check out more photos of the 2010 Golden Globes Red Carpet below:

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*Photos courtesy of Getty Images

Halloween Costume Ideas for Gal Pals: Laverne & Shirley

reLYME — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:00:45 EDT

With Halloween just around the corner, it's very possible that there are those of us who still don't have a costume. And heck, maybe like me, you've run into a friend who doesn't have an idea yet either?

Why not go as the iconic smart-mouthed dynamic duo, Laverne & Shirley?

The outfit is simple enough, and can be created incorporating clothing you may already have in your wardrobe. No, you may not turn heads for being a scantily-clad, and dare I so uber-skanky twosome, but you're guaranteed to get a, "Hey, it's Laverne and Shirley!" here and there!

Laverne and Shirley Halloween 09 by reLYME featuring Celine

Third Eye Blind To Perform at Fashion’s Night Out for Nine West

reLYME — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 03:44:49 EDT

Alternative rock icons, Third Eye Blind will perform live at Nine West tomorrow night (September 10) to support Fashion’s Night Out. The band that pumped out such hits as "Jumper" and "Semi-Charmed Life" will also be there to promote their newest album, Ursa Major, debuting at #3 on the Billboard Top 200 Album chart.

In addition, Nine West will be showcasing their new Vintage America Collection and a second live performance by singer/songwriter/brand ambassador, Miranda Lee Richards.

Fashion and live music...what could be better?

Well, Nine West has partnered with Lucky Magazine and Soles4Soles to collectgently used footwear from customers during the event. The first 99 donations will receive a $50 gift card! Plus, all Nine West shoppers will receive a 15% discount on purchases tomorrow night!

On Thursday, September 10th at 6:00 p.m., head to the Nine West Specialty Retail Store on 675 Fifth Avenue (at 53rd Street) in New York City to take part in this exciting event!