Fashion Week Spring 2010 Wrap Up

Another fashion season's shows wrapped and there's still a few things left to show and tell.

1. Trends in makeup- It's about peach for Spring. Peach lips and peach cheeks. The new Lancome Pout a Porter in Chris and Tell is just one pretty possibility along with a new peach blush. Both are coming in Spring line. Deeper, matted pink lips were big as well.

2. Robert Verdi is a nice guy with a cute dog( Winky) He and his team are always so welcoming and host an awesome spot for the fashion ladies ( and men) to take a break .

3. I had to share this picture of the hair at Rebecca Taylor. A bow, so lovely and origami like. Love. ( Style was done by Cutler salon for Redken).

4. Maybelline was the new makeup sponsor at Bryant Park and did plenty of shows. I loved this new nail polish one of their artists posted called Mocha Bling. Speaking of nails, dark is still in.

5. Stephane Marais did the makeup at Zac Posen. That was a wow. The makeup wasn't earth shattering, but it was pretty. And it's not too often you see Marais doing shows, at least not on this side of the Atlantic.

6. If not for Pop Chips, everyone would have starved. They were luckily almost everywhere and people were inhaling them . Sometimes thats all you had for hours and with usually only a half minute to eat, they are user friendly.

7. MAC ruled at Milk Studios. Great space , nice people. I hope they do it again.

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Kim Ovitz Spring 2010 Presentation

Kim Ovitz had a small but cohesive presentation this past fashion week. She has said in the past that one of her inspirations is the equestrian world. You can see that most in the long dress that was the show centerpiece. High necked and flowy, there are horse prints on the fabric. It's hard to see in my photo, but it is a striking piece.

I can very much see someone like Angelina Jolie wearing this. It has that slight goth edge and fluidity in fabric that she seems to gravitate towards.


The collection is very downtown chic and edgy but not so much that it's unwearable. The silver mini dress is perfect.

Again, there were amazing shoes. This time by Britt Bardo for You & Me makes We. These kick it, and they would hurt whoever you did kick.

The makeup was by Luc Bouchard/MAC and was spare on most models, but some got one black eye. Quite the look. It was very feathered around the eye.

Kim Ovitz current line can be seen/bought online at http://www.net-a-porter.com/ , http://www.shopbop.com/ and http://www.intermixonline.com/ as well as boutiques.

http://www.kimberlyovitz.com/ for more information

all photos:the beauty alchemist

Tom Pecheux for MAC Video

Here's my first ever video on youtube. It's just a minute long, a quick peek at Tom Pecheux doing a model's lips at Peter Som. Hopefully I will get more next Fashion Week and work on my video skills.

The direct link:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=It7nAydXzkA

Peter Som Part 2- Backstage Hair and Makeup

Going backstage at Peter Som I got to see the amazing Tom Pecheux in action . It's not everyday you get to see one of the best and revered in the business do their thing. On the hair end , the delightful Jimmy Paul from Bumble & bumble was in charge. I've seen him work before, and note his name in many fashion editorials in the big magazines.

The makeup was inspired by the 70s' nods to the 30's and pictures from Helmut Newton of that era. Pecheux said he wanted the girls to look girly , light, getting made up, but not yet doing the grown up black lines (eyeliner).
An interesting part was that he heavily powdered the lip after painting. He used a large brush fan powder over the lip for extra muted matteness. The C shape of the blush seems to be a bit of trend as well. This type of exagerrated blush showed up in many shows.

The hair was was first rolled into a softer version of braids Paul said. He then wanted a hard shine to the hair and got a wet look by using a lot of thickening spray. Thickening spray he said, actually dries down to a very stiff set but is easily brushed out. A tight bun then finished the look, which was set to be holding up wonderful headpieces from Albertus Swanepoel ( see them in my previous post ). Paul called the look " Street but sweet", his favorite quote from a co -worker.

Here's the products used by Tom Pecheux at Peter Som:

EYE: PRO Red Violet Eye Shadow – applied to lid, from lash line
up to brow and underneath the eye.
Fascinating Eye Kohl – added to inner corners of the eye to brighten.
Emphasize Sculpt and Shape Powder – layered on top of the Fascinating.
Blackdazzle Dazzlelash Mascara – layered through the top
and bottom lashes

FACE: Studio Sculpt Foundation – to prep the skin.
Pro Bright Coral Blush – swept generously from side of face,
over temple, down around to cheek bones.
Emphasize Sculpt and Shape Powder – brushed onto the tops of
cheekbones and down the nose to highlight.
Invisible Set Powder – dusted over skin to create a soft, matte finish.

LIP: Pink Burst Lipstick – brushed onto the lips for a fuchsia lip.
Invisible Set Powder – tapped over lips for a soft, matte look.

all photos:the beauty alchemist

Peter Som Part 1- The Show

Peter Som always does elegant, tailored clothes and Spring 2010 was no exception. The detail is there so much more up close, but you can get an idea in the photos. Jacquard, tissue thin eyelet ruffles on a dress bodice. The yellow faille dress was a favorite.

The jewelry was amazing and then there was the shoes. Oh, the shoes. Done for Som by Manolo Blahnik, they were oh so pretty.

Albertus Swanepoel provided darling headpieces that evoked a bit of 40's glamour.

The retro look was also apparent in some of the outfits incl. the cute as can be shorts set on the model with sunglasses. All she needed was a beach backdrop .

Graey Video Presentation

Here's another video presentation fresh from Fashion Week, from Graey designed by Emily Kim.

The new Graey music video follows the line's fictional heroine beyond the world of her online webisodes (www.graeyny.com/episodes.html) as she dances along the streets of New York.

Rachel Geiman brings Graey to life, dressed in the new collection's must-have essentials, as she takes Gotham by storm. The collection inspired by Kim's recent trips through the Greek Islands.
Watch the video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Da3UKe_2hrY

Featuring the new song "First Dance #2" by the Chicago Manual of Style.

View photos of the collection at http://cts.vresp.com/c/?Graey/d9d37c0b5a/cbbc6bdfe6/4136b51c20

PS- this adorable flask purse is available now at the website ( $ 99.00)

Marc Bouwer Spring 2010 Video Presentation

Marc Bouwer brings his Spring 2010 show to everyone by going virtual. He is known for gorgeous evening gowns, so the collection is often a highlight.

The show will officially launch on http://www.marcbouwer.com/ on Wednesday, September 16th at 9.00 AM.

The model for the show is Lydia Hearst, makeup by Mally Roncal, hair by George Ortiz.

*Dress shown is current season from Neiman Marcus

Sebastian at Costello Tagliapietra

Sebastian has always been one of my top hair brands. They only did a few shows this fashion week season, but the looks from Costello Tagliapietra were so pretty.

The stylist gives tips on how you can recreate some of this at home.

(The makeup here was done by MAC using Industry Powerpoint on eyes, Studio MoistureTint applied where needed, Optimistic Orange Creme Blush and Ember (new) Lipglass.)

To do a modern twist on a ‘40s staple, Sebastian Professional lead stylist Thomas Dunkin recommends a method of building texture and shape with techniques that keep the hair looking soft, romantic and not too “done.” Finish with an elastic touchable texturizer or flexible shine spray to create a look that’s elegant yet playful.

Here’s how to create your own ‘40s inspired faux bob:
1) Apply Sebastian Professional Texturizer to damp hair; distribute evenly throughout.
2) Blow hair out straight with a medium to large-sized round brush.
3) Spray hair with a flexible hairspray for added texture, section hair, curl it with a medium-sized barrel curling iron and set.
4) Take out pins, gently brush out the curls and then roll hair under, section by section, fastening it under at the neck with bobby pins.
5) Apply Microweb Fiber to hands and gently work through the front of the hair to create an imperfect, lived-in effect. Finish by misting with a strong-hold hairspray.

Products used:

Texturizer – Flexible bodifying liquigel for bendable texture
Microweb Fiber – Elastic texturizer for malleable, touchable texture
ReShaper – Brushable, humidity-resistant strong hold hairspray
Shine Define – The ultimate versatile hairspray for shine and flexible hold *(One of my absolute fav, best hairsprays )

Taylor Momsen Hits NY Fashion Week 2010

Gossip Girl's Little J herself, Taylor Momsen hit the tents at Bryant Park for some fashion shows yesterday.

Now all I can say here, is kids don't try this at home. While I like her hair for the most part and even her too smoky eyes and the jacket, thigh highs as pants don't cut it. What is it with people leaving off the bottoms of outfits anymore? Aren't minis, mini enough? Poor thing's legs look like sticks. She pulls of the louche rocker look well otherwise.

NY Fashion Week Day 1 - Vena Cava, LAMB, Prabal Gurung

Some images and thoughts from Day 1 of Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week.

I love , love the blue nails at Vena Cava. The shade was custom mixed by butter London's Nonie Cream, and is being called "Corporate Blue". ( According to Lucky Mag, Dashing Diva's Box Seats is similar and was used at the Lorick show).

The purple lips aren't me, but if you're brave and have the right skin tone... MAC artists created the lips by mixing Pro Lip Mixes in White, Blue, Burgundy and Red. Sunglasses are by Persol.

Prabal Gurung's show was well attended by the fashion headmisstresses from what I've read. So he's one to watch. I love all the bright blue especially this gorgeous dress. Understated in design, but packs a punch. On the other hand, the bow dress ? I think I had a version of that in the '80s only with more pouf.

Lastly a look from LAMB. The Madonna lace legging I could do without, but the jacket is fab. Again this look owes a lot to the 80s and we know Gwen is an 80s loving gal.

The 80s redux is showing up all over the runways this season. The use of more and more bright blue thrills me. Bright , bold eyeshadow seems to be a small trend thus far as well.

Photos: racked.com,elle.com, style.com

Vivienne Tam's Runway Show LIVE Online

It's Fashion Week in NYC again and one of the neat things this season is more designers are making their shows available for everyone to see online. I will have several links thru the week.

First up is the wonderful Vivienne Tam. Her show will not only be online, it will be live. So if you can't be there ( Like me, who is home sick instead of at the tents) you can "almost " be there.

Here's what you need to know to watch and enjoy:

Simply visit www.stylecaster.com/viviennetam on Saturday, September 12th at 8pm EST.

The pre-show with celebrity, editor and personality interviews is hosted by Yuli Ziv from http://myitthings.com/

I'll be there, will you ?

Maybelline & NY Fashion Week

This year Maybelline has become the exclusive makeup sponsor for Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week.

This is a big move and everyone is interested to see what they do. Beginning Sept. 10, the same day Fashion Week begins, Maybelline will launch a website devoted to Fashion Week . There is also a Twitter page up and running.

Maybelline New York’s Global Makeup Artist, Charlotte Willer, will lead the makeup teams at their sponsored designers’ shows, creating exciting looks easily translatable from the catwalk to the sidewalk. They will partner with a selection of designers at the Tents including: DKNY, Tracy Reese, Charlotte Ronson, Alexandre Herchcovitch, Erin Wasson x RVCA, and Michael Angel.

http://www.maybellinelovesfashion.com/ starting September 10, 2009
www.twitter.com/MNYInsider

Photo: Maybelline Facebook page