There's only one very good life and that's the life that you know you want and you make it yourself. – Diana Vreeland
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Hautest in makeup trends? Colored lashes for summer. Chanel has released four ultra-vivid-shades of eye mascara for their Inimitable Waterproof Summer 2013 L’été Papillon de Chanel collection—inspired by butterfly wings. These summer commodities come in electric azure blue, lime light green, aqua blue turquoise, and bright yellow zest. Not sure you can pull it off? No problem! Simply wash it off with soap and warm water.
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It's officially bronzer time! Worn pre-May the light's not right, but with the longer days and threat of sun, a swoosh of terracotta on white skin is the perfect garnish. It finishes a summer face in a pleasing way. And this year you don't have to stick to powders: Mac's Temperature Rising collection contains a bronze version of its famous Strobe Cream, and you can add Revlon's new Skinlights Bronzer to your foundation for a dewier glow. For the aesthetes, though, you can't beat Guerlain's limited-edition Terra Ora bronzer which comes in a glorious black wooden box.
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The Butter London Summer Holiday Collection for Summer 2013 includes six Butter London Nail Lacquers ($15 USD / $17.50 CAD) in a blazing summer hues and sparkling textures. This limited edition collection is available now from Butter London.
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If you're looking for a fun summer glow we recommend you try the Tom Ford Fire Lust Skin Illuminator. The Illuminator comes in a warm-tones golden shimmered peach-orange pearly sheen. The formula is designed to mimic "the look of skin shimmering glow over the light." The Illuminator can be applied over with mixed foundation or as spot highlighter to accentuate your cheekbones.
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Baby Doll – Following up the print campaign which was released in March, Yves Saint Laurent releases a short film for its “Baby Doll” mascara line featuring British model Cara Delevingne. The minute-long video showcases Cara applying the mascara contrasted with black and white clips of her joking around with friends. YSL’s new Baby Doll mascara hits stores on May 22nd.
DOUTZEN KROES DEBUTS H&M SUMMER COLLECTION
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Miami, FL-- We caught up with Miami's local street artist, TYPOE, at The Webster boutique on 12th and Collins to celebrate the launch of his collaborative effort with Del Toro shoes. A curated collection of shoes appropriately titled "Del Toro Artists Series" was displayed amongst Miami's elite scene. We spotted a few friends and industry insiders showing support and sippin' away while we got the who, what, and 'wear' exclusively for FashionBased.com!
The older the berry, the sweeter its juice. Former French Vogue editrix, Carine Roitfeld, proves this statement to be true. At 58—with no signs of slowing down—the fashion editor and her daughter, Julia Roitfeld, front the Givenchy Fall 2013 ad campaign. The Roitfeld’s join Amanda Seyfried, spanish actor Quim Gutiérrez and models Mariano Ontañon and Dalianah Arekion in the list of high-profilers that have faced the brand’s former ad campaigns. “[They] are real gypsies in their own lives. They are never in one place. They travel the world.” Shared Tisci with WWD.
Hello summer! One of our favorite seasons is finally here. No more dark colors, no more booties and no more leather! Tis the season for color! color! color! And what better way to start with some bright colorful nails to kick-off Memorial Weekend! Check out these fun and bold designs that will get you in the mood for some summer loving.
Rock-Glam Goddess, Gwen Stefani, was spotted out in Los Angeles rocking a pair for dope black and white striped pants. The look maintained consistent with her rock-steady swag as she layered up in a black blazer and center-zip booties. The look came full circle with a touch of sophistication on her shoulder: The Chanel tote. Want Gwen Stefani’s look for less? Shop the pieces below!
Forbes has their released their annual "100 Most Powerful Women" list. The list consists of top politicians and CEO's, activist billionaires, the first lady, entrepreneurs, singers and everything else in between of women with "lots of power." It's no surprise the HBIC Anna Wintour made the list but is she fashion's most powerful women of 2013? Although none of the fashion's influencers made the top 10 list these women are categorized as the most powerful women in fashion according to Forbes.
Hautest in makeup trends? Colored lashes for summer. Chanel has released four ultra-vivid-shades of eye mascara for their Inimitable Waterproof Summer 2013 L’été Papillon de Chanel collection—inspired by butterfly wings. These summer commodities come in electric azure blue, lime light green, aqua blue turquoise, and bright yellow zest. Not sure you can pull it off? No problem! Simply wash it off with soap and warm water.