Backstage Beauty at Rad Hourani

Beauty shot at Rad Hourani. Photo: Imaxtree.com

MAKEUP: Hung Vanngo for M.A.C.

HAIR: Laurent Philippon for Bumble and Bumble

SNAPSHOT: Chic and simple androgyny 

THE SCOOP: Rad Hourani's Spring Collection had a very unisex vibe with pieces intended to cater to both sexes. Lead makeup stylist Hung Vanngo used the androgynous element of Rad's collection to inspire his beauty look. "Less is really more," said Hung. Rad's collection is dominated by black, white and silver color, yet still maintains a scintillating sensation of spring. In order to create a similar fresh and bright look for the face, Hung aimed for a natural but groomed and healthy appearance using very little makeup. Skin was to appear shiny and pure and eyes were almost completely untouched. Hair stylist Laurent Philippon balanced the fresh faced look with a lacquered ponytail at the neck to add a slight graphic edge to the overall appearance.

GET THE LOOK - MAKEUP: All makeup by M.A.C. To create Hung's simple and glowing look, for the face, use Strobe Cream for deeply moisturized and smooh looking skin. For eyes, use Fast Response Eye-Cream to firm and soften the area around the eye and make the eyelid shine. Use no mascara or liner for a simple and natural freshness.GET THE LOOK - HAIR: For Laurent's sleek hairstyle, apply Bumble and Bumble Gel generously throughout your hair and gently work it through. The gel dries slowly so you can work it through your hair over and over. Run a comb through the hair and make sure that the lines of the comb are visible as the gel dries. Finally, tie the ponytail in an elastic at the nape of your neck. For the show, the elastic was taken out of the models' hair right before they stepped on the runway so that the hair would remain perfectly in place.

Comments (0)    - April 15th, 2010 at 8:52 am Kags Backstage Beauty at Rag & Bone_1589 in: Ed Hardy Mens Hoody Backstage Beauty at Rag & Bone

All-American at Rag & Bone Spring 2010 show. Photo: Dana L.Oliver, AOL/StyleList Hair stylist Teddy Charles' blueprint for thick and luxurious locks. Photo: Dana L. Oliver, AOL/StyleList GET THE LOOK - HAIR: All products by Frédéric Fekkai. Sprtiz locks with Coiff Océanique Tousled Wave Spray, then divide into chunky sections, twisting each as you go. Comb and tease hair with Full Blown Volume Lifting Hairspray. For a matte finish, set the look with Au Natural Powder Clean Dry Shampoo. HAIR: Teddy Charles for Frédéric Fekkai. SNAPSHOT: Outdoorsy chic THE SCOOP: Kentucky boys David Neville and Marcus Wainwright have forced themselves into the open range of American fashion with their utilitarian aesthetic. And for Rag & Bone’s Spring 2010 show, hairstylist Teddy Charles crafted a textured look to round out the classic, tailored designs. Charles invoked Jodie Foster in “Nell” with a rough yet simple style. He left messy tendrils for an undone feel, finishing with a wave spray which was lightly misted onto twisted strands to add volume. Comments (0)    - April 14th, 2010 at 3:43 pm 3ynw Are You Gruff Enough to Rock the Boilersuit - in: Ed Hardy Mens Hoody Are You Gruff Enough to Rock the Boilersuit - Yea or Nay? Recasting industrial designs to make trendy street wear is a time-honored tradition, but there's a fine line. With clothes like carpenter jeans, cargo pockets, and Carhartt work wear, it's hard to strike the balance between hipster, trying too hard and being mistaken for an actual professional craftsman on their lunch break. Could you imagine a friend going out in a pair of coveralls and actually pulling it off? Perhaps the best way to make it look fashionable is to pay £420 ($607) for the Boilersuit, by Adam Kimmel. Specially designed to flatter any physique with its luxurious denim (is luxury denim an oxymoron?), this "boilersuit," as they are called in the UK, is certainly an expensive gamble. We might recommend taking a look at your work clothes store and seeing how you look in a pair of Dickies coveralls -- it's a much smaller risk. Then, of course, you have to ask the question: do I or don't I customize my "boilersuit" with oil stains? What do you think? Are coveralls a plausible fashion phenomenon, or just too awkward? Are they more or less awkward than mantyhose? [via Brandish] Comments (0)    - April 14th, 2010 at 3:42 pm Hltp Are We Witnessing a Mustache Revolution-_2698 in: UGG A good mass trend starts in a maligned but powerful subculture of fashion-obsessed trendsters. For the past few years, hipsters have revived the beard and all of its variations to a segment of the population that once preferred razors and Brut by Faberge. Check. Next, Hollywood steps in and pumps it out to the masses. In November, Brad Pitt flexed his mustache muscle, claiming that it was a fashion statement. Of course, it was also necessary for the filming of his latest flick, Tarantino’s WWII epic Inglorius Basterds. Earlier in the year, James Franco has a hard time giving up the porn stache he grew for Milk. Then, of course there are other seemingly connected phenomenons like Celebritymustache.com and the super nostalgic making of Magnum PI: The Movie — in which Matthew McConaughey will likely join the mustache revolution. Lastly, a broad cultural shift brings the trend into the mainstream — enter the recession of 2008. According to at least one grooming theory, tough times are good times for hairy men. As the theory goes, the hairiness of manly men is found more attractive during tough times because it appears to symbolize security. Don’t ask us why? But it seems like a pretty pro-mustache development. Sure, the Times may have totally missed the mark here — just because there’s a wall cloud, that doesn’t mean there’s going to be a tornado — but you have to admit that conditions are optimal for a mustache comeback event. Disturbing as it may be, we may be in for a very hairy 2009 in more ways than one. [via Gawker]

Are We Witnessing a Mustache Revolution?

When you consider the sheer number of mustaches appearing in Hollywood films and even on the red carpet these days, some of us are nervously wondering: is the mustache about to make a comeback? As painful as it is to watch, A-list stars the likes of James Franco and Robert Downey Jr. (pictured) have been showing off their upper lip hair on and off the screen. Could 2009 really be the historic year that marks the return of the long-scorned stache?

Following the life and death of a clandestine facial hair trend can be a tricky thing. When it comes to down to it, a good fad is pretty much dead by the time anybody in the news media has found out about it. But this mustache thing has the makings of a honest-to-goodness sea change.
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April 14th, 2010 at 3:42 pm



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We love Influence not only because of the frank and interesting discussions about fashion, culture, and taste, but the book itself is flawless in design. Interviews are surrounded by pictures of the Olsens showing off their favorite collections, in candids with their interviewees, in high fashion shots donning their favorite looks, and the mysterious duo have even answered revealing questionnaires about themselves. 
Has this book finally validated the Olsens as forces in the fashion world, not just as teen stars turned media fodder? Check out a style evolution of our favorite twins and tell us what you think!
Not a fashionista, but just love the Olsens? The book also has plenty of charming scrapbooked images of the twins — dating all the way from Full House’s “Michelle” to their fashion-obsessed adulthood. 












 
Are you Influenced by Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen?



After months of anticipation, we finally received our very own copy of Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's not-just-for-your-coffee-table book. And, as expected, we love it. Influence is a hardcover masterpiece – featuring interviews with the world's most famous designers, artists, photographers, and taste-makers including: designer Diane von Furstenberg, shoe maven Christian Louboutin, and cheeky photographer Terry Richardson. 

As Ashley explained: "We want this book to be something that is filled with interesting things about the art world and fashion. I'd like to think that this book is inspiring people to read about or focus on other things than just the over-saturated, scandal-driving media."




Some of our favorite moments? Chanel mastermind and charmingly bizarre personality Uncle Karl opens up about cocktail rings, diet tips, and French traffic safety. Oh, we're completely serious about that last one: 
 










Mary-Kate: It can be dangerous when you’re driving [in L.A.] particularly, because they follow you in cars and scooters. That’s bad. That’s not easy.
Uncle Karl: I had two accidents where I fell asleep — after that I thought it was better that I don’t drive. I’ll get a driver. I’m a bad driver because I want to look there, there, and up there. I get bored easily — so twice I fall asleep and twice the car is destroyed … I had nothing [wrong] with me — but both cars were destroyed.












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April 14th, 2010 at 9:05 am



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Blue and Gold Bondage
    It’s hard to read Blahnik’s handwriting, but the notes say that this shoe had velcro on it!
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In you happen to be in London, click your heels over to the Swarovski CRYSTALLIZED™ lounge, 24 Great Marlborough Street, now through Aug. 20.
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Manolo Blahnik Drawings    
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Acid Green Platforms
    Back in the 70’s, they weren’t kidding when they said, “Platforms”!
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    This shoes is so dainty, and yet so rock and roll tough. No girly-girls allowed!
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'Wizard of Oz' Ruby Slipper Collection Makes London Debut

There's no place like Swarovski. At least, not when to-die-for ruby slippers are involved.
Shoe-Animal!    Would you call this a giraffe print? Or just say that the heel is as high as a giraffe's neck is long?

Now, in celebration of the iconic movie's 70th anniversary today (Aug. 15), the gorgeous, "Wizard of Oz"-inspired, Swarovski-encrusted shoes and sketches from top designers have made their way to London for display.


Tell Auntie Em we said hi. 

For a reminder of the original, check out this clip over at Moviefone!
Tri-color Flat    Oh, yes, please we'd like to take one in every color!

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The "Wizard of Oz" Ruby Slipper Collection made its debut during Spring 2009 New York Fashion Week.
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Ankle Bib
Never has a swiss dot neckerchief looked as elegant as when it’s on this shoe from 1985.

Gold Leaf Lizard
The excess of the 80s is on full, glorious display with this mule!

Designers include big names like Betsey Johnson, Botkier, Christian Louboutin, Diane Von Fürstenberg, Giuseppe Zanotti, Jimmy Choo, L.A.M.B. by Gwen Stefani, Manolo Blahnik, Moschino, Oscar de la Renta, Sergio Rossi, Stuart Weitzman and Tibi. Thames & Hudson Dancing Bootie Can’t you feel how jubilant you will be when you wear this multi-colored bootie? The green laces are like a bow on a present. A very expensive and divine present. Comments (0)    - April 14th, 2010 at 9:04 am 7woq -Christian Lacroix on Fashion- Book Review_20 in: shoes "Christian Lacroix on Fashion" Book Review How much do you love going to museums and seeing actual clothes worn by actual people in olden times? If you love it a lot, like we do, then you will be captivated by Christian Lacroix on Fashion.In this new book, Lacroix takes the reader on a personalized tour of select items from the breath-taking costume collection of the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, arranging them with select pieces from the haute couture collection of House of Lacroix. If you love couture, history, or just pretty dresses, you will not be able to put this book down. The gorgeous photography of the Lacroix pieces alone are worth checking out, and when you add in outfits by Paquin, Dior, Delong, Balmain, Mainboucher, Worth, Chanel ... it's too fabulous for words. You will just keep turning the pages and being amazed by the artistry and craftsmanship of these designers through the ages. It's like a catalog of fashion dreams! Comments (0)    - April 14th, 2010 at 9:04 am jxel -Designed for Kids- Book Review_2047 in: shoes

"Designed for Kids" Book Review

All of you style-savvy parents -- and parents to be -- take heart. You can find strollers, high chairs and kids' furniture that maintains your Design Within Reach/Restoration Hardware aesthetic. And with Phyllis Richardson's new book, Designed for Kids, you don't even have to work that hard to find them!



Designed for Kids reads sort of like a reference guide, and sort of like a special kids' gear edition of Lucky Magazine. The pages are filled with well-researched information about stylish but timeless design finds. There are also several interviews with designers, like Scott Wilson and Paola Antonelli, many of whom are parents themselves and therefore even more motivated to make beautiful and functional tools.
The book is well organized by those functions, with chapters on Mobility (think carseats and strollers), Nursery, Mealtimes, Travel and more. Some sections, like Decoration & Textiles, were filled with items we'd use anywhere in the house, not just in the kid's room.
As shoppers, we especially loved that Richardson included catalog-quality photos, and information on where to buy all of the items. At $34.95, the book is a great shower gift, or to buy for yourself as a resource book for decorating ideas.
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April 13th, 2010 at 4:02 pm



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'Fashion For Relief' Haiti Runway Show: The Celebrity-Studded Scene




Socialite Daphne Guinness in lace mask, surrounded by models, including show organizer Naomi Campbell backstage at the Fashion For Relief Haiti benefit runway show. Photo: Dave M. Benett, Getty Images for FFR

 What do you get when celebrities like Chris Brown, Kelly Osbourne, Rachel Zoe, Donna Karan and Victoria Beckham gather in a cramped room with some of the biggest models to ever walk the runway (from Pat Cleveland and Angela Lindvall to Stella Tennant and Helena Christensen)?

Let's just say one heck of a behind-the-scenes, well, scene. 

Such was the case at Naomi Campbell's Fashion for Relief show to benefit women and children suffering in Haiti.

While the perpetually stressed-out Zoe ran around cursing at times and trying to match models and celebrities with their donated designer looks (all garments will be sold March 15 on Net-A-Porter.com with proceeds going to the cause), she tore herself away from the lookboard long enough to reflect for StyleList.

"This is an honor to be a part of and we've been working our asses off," said Zoe, whose reality show cameras were not allowed backstage, prompting her husband Roger to borrow a Flip cam to sneak some personal footage. "Everybody is donating their time and their clothes. It's been a tireless effort, but worth it."

A more relaxed participant was Brown, who we caught chilling out before taking to the catwalk -- in a sharp Dolce & Gabbana suit, no less -- for the very first time.

"I've never walked the runway before, but we'll see what happens," he said. "I'll just walk like me, normally. Not too gangster, just a strut."

It seems Brown has been taking in New York Fashion Week, along with some international shows, with the end goal of creating his own line one day. 

"I think I would start off doing female [designs], since my fanbase is mostly female," he said. "Then I'd go into men's. I wouldn't attach my name to it, though, because I'd want it to be hot because people like it, not because it's mine."

As for the designers he looks up to for inspiration, Brown said, "Balenciaga has done some things for women that are really dope and even Alexander McQueen -- he always brought the new innovative stuff for the females."

Naturally, the late McQueen wasn't far from anyone's minds, least of all Campbell who arranged for herself, McQueen's muse Daphne Guinness and six other models to close the show in the designs of her very close friend.

"I think all of the girls that [closed the show] were all the girls that worked with McQueen and were very close to him," explained a McQueen skull scarf-clad Campbell of fellow models Lindvall, Christensen, Sasha Pivovarova, Karen Elson and Natasha Poly after the show.

Of the emotional finale (which included Guinness in a dramatic bodysuit, crazy McQueen heels and a face wrapped in lace), front row attendee Anna Sui told us, "It was amazing -- just amazing. It's just so sad."

Expect to see another stellar -- and no doubt even more emotional -- Fashion for Relief show during London Fashion Week, where Campbell will put on a mirror of the New York event to raise more funds for Haiti.

Judging from Victoria Beckham's appearance backstage at the New York show (she didn't walk) and some of her statements, we're guessing she might be making a runway appearance on the other side of the pond.

"I think what [Naomi's] doing is just incredible," Beckham, who was wearing CFDA's Haitian relief T-shirt, told a group of journalists. "Both me and David have been involved -- we've donated clothes and all sorts of things to the show in London, so we just want to do as much as we can."

To check out the fruits of all of the celebrities and models' labor, check out StyleList's video of the Fashion for Relief show.

And in the meantime, keep reading to see what mini-drama went down onstage.





















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April 13th, 2010 at 4:01 pm



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From “Rushmore” and “The Royal Tenenbaums” to his latest film, the stop-motion Roald Dahl adaptation “Fantastic Mr. Fox,” director Wes Anderson has carved out a reputation for bringing to life some of the quirkiest and most stylized characters in cinema history. 
And let’s not forget the man himself — always spiffy with a dash of eccentric in his trademark suits, made by Anderson’s longtime tailor Vahram Mateosian of New York City’s Mr. Ned. Mateosian spoke to StyleList about how he’s helped turn his famous client into a modern-day style icon. 
StyleList: How did you first start working with Wes? 
Vahram Mateosian: Wes started coming here in 2000. I think that a store in New York that sells suiting fabric recommended my place to him. 
SL: How would you describe Wes’ signature style? 
VM: Well, he definitely likes his clothes very fitted at the shoulders and waist. It ends up looking very natural on him because he’s tall and thin. It doesn’t work for everyone. And he wears a lot of corduroy, which is very comfortable. Some time ago he wore his pants a little shorter and his jacket sleeves a little shorter, but he hasn’t done that for at least five years. [Though, Mr. Fox is wearing just that in Anderson's latest movie.]
SL: What is your favorite Wes Anderson film, and why? 
VM: I like them all, but I’m biased! “The Royal Tenenbaums” is special to me because I made some of the clothes for that film. I’m proud that Wes asked me to do it, and I think that I was able to produce the styles that he had envisioned for the characters. 
SL: Is it true that puppet makers working on the “Fantastic Mr. Fox” asked you for fabric swatches for the clothes they created for the film? 
VM: I’ve never had contact with the puppet makers. But the rust-colored suit that the fox wears looks awfully familiar. [See above pictures.]
SL: Are there any other notable people that you have worked with? 
VM: Yes — Charles Oakley [former NBA player], David Brown [producer] and others. I’ve also made a couple of things for Wes’ friend Jason Schwartzman [voice of "Ash" in "Fantastic Mr Fox"]. Really nice guy. 
SL: What’s your number-one piece of advice for guys buying their first suit? 
VM: Get something basic that you can wear in any situation: work, festive occasion… Usually plain navy or charcoal gray lightweight wool works best. 
SL: What’s the biggest suit trend right now? 
VM: Very high buttoned jackets with narrow lapels and soft shoulders with very small pads. Mostly two-button jackets. Very form-fitted trousers, as well — no pleats, thin legs. 
SL: What’s the biggest suit mistake men make? 
VM: Choosing a style that doesn’t fit their body type. Guys will look at a magazine and say to themselves, ‘Hey, that looks great, that’s exactly what I want.’ The models in the magazines are six feet tall and weigh 140 pounds — of course it looks great, how can it not look great?, the guy is in great shape. I can copy the style and the fabric, but most guys are not that body type. If you’re having something made, work with your tailor to get the look that’s best. 
“Fantastic Mr. Fox” is now playing in theaters everywhere.







'Fantastic Mr. Fox' Style - Wes Anderson's Tailor Talks Suits and Cinema



Wes Anderson (left) and his dapper doppelganger, Mr. Fox (right). Photo: Bauer-Griffin | Amanda Schwab, AP Photo/Starpix






















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