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2010 Fall New York Fashion Week: Doo.Ri

BellaSugar — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 21:34:44 -0800

"Usually, people go for rock, romantic, or hippie," makeup artist said of Doo.Ri Chung's design philosophy. "But she's making everything for the modern girl today." The same could be said for Pecheux, who led a team of MAC artists in creating a sparkling, colorful runway look. Inspired by Chung's beaded collection, the makeup featured light contouring and no mascara. But the focal point was a matte red lip coated with glitter. ("It's green and blue, thanks to Avatar," he revealed.) To complement the look, manicurist Jin Soon Choi tweaked the current cement-colored nail polish trend by adding shimmer; the result, she said, was "chic, modern, and sophisticated."

The same could be said of the hair, which featured face-framing fishtail braids on each side of the head. The look was loose - realistic. "I look at the clothes and do a hairstyle that a woman would actually do," said lead stylist Orlando Pita. "If she did the braids herself, they'd be looser." To get the look, he sprayed hair with his Elevate volumizer, then straightened it with a T3 450 iron. Two fishtail braids (learn how here) and a ponytail elastic later, the models were runway ready.

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Let's Test How Natural Body Care Holds Up in the Tropics

BellaSugar — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 04:00:00 -0800

The first time I went to Belize, I returned with an impressive number of mosquito bites and ant stings - the latter of which took a good seven months to fully disappear. This time, I vowed, would be different! Because I am becoming a total hippie, I didn't want to use bug repellent with DEET. A friend who lived in Costa Rica recommended Badger Anti-Bug Balm ($10), which promises to repel insects with oils of citronella, cedar, lemongrass, rosemary, and geranium.

I bought a stick, and much to my delight, the stuff worked - even during treks through the rainforest. During a 10-day trip, I had only four mosquito bites and no sand fly nibbles. While I wouldn't say the balm was akin to Chanel N°5, it smelled more pleasant than OFF or ever-cloying Skin So Soft. This little Badger was full of win.

I'd also bought Badger's SPF 30 for snorkeling adventures. Chemical sunblocks destroy the already-endangered coral reef, so I went with a natural sunblock that uses zinc oxide. Did it work as well as the bug repellent? To see the tell-all picture and find out, read more.

Kate Hudson Brings Her Bright Smile and Honesty to Harper's

PopSugar — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 10:00:00 -0800

Kate Hudson flashes a gorgeous smile on the cover of Harper's Bazaar's January issue. In an interview with the magazine, she gushes over her special bond with Ryder as well as Alex Rodriguez. Kate goes on to talk about pregnancy rumors, her relationship with ex Chris Robinson, and her role in Nine. We saw her posing for these photos just a few months ago, and the end results look fantastic. Here are the highlights:

Kate on pregnancy rumors: "I'm not pregnant . . . I can't go two months without being pregnant, engaged, or breaking up because I'm too needy, which is always the one they love. I'm not needy. You kind of have to laugh it off, but it can kind of screw up other things around it."
On plans to create her own clothing line: "At heart, I'm such a hippie . . . I don't like structured things. I'll put on a tight, sexy little thing that I can't walk in, and that's fun. But I like the flowy and comfortable. I just want to make really beautiful clothes that I want to put on every day."
Kate on her parenting techniques: "I'm a pretty strict mom, which is funny," she continues. "I didn't think I'd be so strict. I feel like he is so great, he's such a good kid, people really connect with him, they want to give him things and do things for him, and I'm like, no. The next thing you know, you have the kid who's being cute in order to get something."

For more photos of Kate and to see what she has to say about plastic surgery and more just read more

Kate on plastic surgery: "If I need to go under the knife . . . I'm the first one to say I should. But nowadays when you go into a dermatologist's office, they have so many things. What else are they going to come up with? We're gonna end up going into a tank one day and coming out with, like, the perfect face."
On taking on singing and dancing for Nine: "My parents always said, 'You came out singing and dancing.' I would take any microphone. I was always talking to myself in mirrors, dancing in mirrors."

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Look Book Love: Nicole Richie's Winter Kate, Spring '10

FabSugar — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:00:22 -0800

Nicole Richie brings her hippie-luxe aesthetic to clothes, thus spawn Winter Kate. Named after her daughter Harlow's middle names, we have an added special bonus of Vanessa Traina modeling the debut collection. Come Spring, Winter Kate will deliver approximately 40 pieces. Vintage touches and soft, flowy silhouettes comprise what we see so far, prepare yourself for leather jackets, tunics, kimono tops, lingerie, and dresses, both maxi and mini. On the heels of her House of Harlow footwear release, Winter Kate will be available February 2010. Source

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Kellan Cozies Up to Ashley and Rachelle in the Pages of Self

PopSugar — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:00:25 -0700

Kellan Lutz looked cuddly in his sweaters with Ashley Greene and Rachelle Lefevre for a photo shoot in November's Self. Ashley stayed a little more covered up in these photos than her recent turn in Men's Fitness, saying about her style, "Classic meets sexy is the style I like. I spice up simple clothes with a great purse or shoes." Rachelle won't be reprising her role as Victoria in Eclipse, but she'll still be out to promote New Moon with the rest of the cast. She also chatted about her eclectic fashion, "I’ll wake up and say, 'I feel like a hippie today. Or a rocker.' My boyfriend teases me that I have costumes." Make sure to check out more photos and the rest of the interview when the issue is out on October 20.

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Come Fab Finding With Me: Modern-Day Woodstock

FabSugar — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:00:22 -0700

In honor of Woodstock's 40th anniversary and the new movie Taking Woodstock, let's pretend we're going to a modern-day version. I wish! The hippie vibe will remain, only updated. Think denim cutoffs, cool sandals, tie-dye, etc. The more flamboyant the better!

I'll start you off with these Juicy Couture Peace Sign Stud Earrings ($52) - the peace sign is retro but the studs are modern.

Let's go Fab Finding. Be sure to come back and tell me your Fab Finds are up, or just tag your Fab Finds with Modern-Day Woodstock. Now, you can build outfits by creating a list of clothing items. We have everything you need to build outfits, and you can use your Fab Find bookmarks, too. This is an even better way to put together an entire outfit when completing your Fab Finding missions. Learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one. And here's a detailed explanation of bookmarks from geeksugar.

To see some of my favorite online stores, read more.

Nicole Richie Brings Hippie-Chic Styles to Pea in the Pod

LilSugar — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:57:47 -0700

Next month expectant women who are fans of hippie-chic styles can move beyond vintage clothing stores to a new shopping resource. Known for her Bohemian baby-bump style, Nicole Richie is working with A Pea in the Pod on a collection of maxi dresses, tops, and bottoms that reflect her fashion sensibilities.

The mother to Harlow and a second babe due this Summer is also the face of the line, having played model at a recent ad photo shoot. Pregnant ladies will have to gather up the garments fast since the collection will only be available from August through January.

Has the Peace Sign Sold Out Its Meaning?

CitizenSugar — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 06:00:57 -0700

I remember drawing them on my notebook during the first Gulf War and not really knowing what they meant - and now the peace sign is turning the big 5-0. The famous symbol made its first official public appearance in 1958 to advocate nuclear disarmament, and has since been used to graphically support a range of efforts from economic justice to environmentalism. Nearly every altruistic group has used this iconic logo as a way to communicate the idea of universal brotherhood.

The designer of the symbol, Gerald Holtom, created the logo while in a big funk. He explains the symbol: “I was in despair. Deep despair. I drew myself: the representative of an individual in despair, with hands palm outstretched outwards and downwards . . .” (I never saw that until I read this, but now it makes sense!) Holtom died in 1985, and some say if he had lived this long, he might really understand the true meaning of the word “despair."

How has a simple symbol morphed from a cry for help to a price tag? To see how, read more.

In a time of conflict and relative prosperity, like many things the peace sign has become a commodity. For those with some bucks to blow advertising their quest for peace, Tiffany is hawking a platinum and diamond peace symbol pendant to celebrate the symbol's creation. The pendant holds 4.8 carats of round-cut diamonds and costs $4,000. It makes one wonder what kind of good that money could do someone whose life was really torn by war. Tiffany isn't the only company using what could be the world’s most recognizable cry for understanding to make a profit. The peace sign has adorned everything from Fendi bags to Volkswagen cards and Ed Hardy t-shirts.

Of course, there are those who cry "poppycock!" After all, it’s just a symbol (and one free from copyright protection), and is free to be interpreted by anyone, from a clothing designer, jeweler, or a car manufacturer. Plus, won’t more exposure of the “brand” give it even more power? Simon Doonan, creative director at Barney’s British, thinks so:

Sure, it’s probably not what the hippies had in mind, for it to become a marketing campaign for a department store. But it’s a symbol of the mainstream of counter-culture ideas, of things that were part of the alternative lifestyle - like environmentalism, and organic food. Isn’t that ultimately what the hippies would have wanted?

Perhaps, though the worry remains that the only power the symbol is going to gain is purchasing power. Is the peace sign on the verge of being played out? Does a peace sign done in $4,000 worth of diamonds still mean the same thing?

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A Few Fab Words With Nicole Richie

FabSugar — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 13:00:22 -0700

Nicole Richie thinks there's nothing cuter than a little boy dressed in a suit. I know this because she told me. Well, it is pretty cute. We snuck Richie away at a recent fundraiser event to talk charity, fashion, and her evolving brand House of Harlow. This happened the night after the Chanel party, so as you can see, Fab was on a celebrity binge. I think I got my fix after an intimate chat with the funny and laid-back Richie at the Cusp Boutique in LA. Nick Verreos, Project Runway alum and friend of Nicole, was also there so stayed tuned to hear what's new with him.

Nicole partnered up with Signorelli to create T-shirts benefiting The Children's Health Fund. She proudly announced raising $400,000! She was wearing the black tank with Angel motif - stay tuned to enter to win the tank Nicole was wearing that benefits the Fund. But first, a few Fab words . . .

What brings you here?

We’re partnering up with Signorelli to raise money for the Children’s Health Fund. Just in Los Angeles, there are 500,000 children without health care and by selling the T-shirts a large amount of the proceeds are helping to fund building for mobile units. So the mobile units can go around and provide immediate health care.

Did you have any say in the design of the shirts?

I didn’t but they sent me options and I went with the black tank, I wear a lot of black.

Can we talk about your jewelry line that’s in the works?

Yes. It’s called House of Harlow and it’s actually the beginning of a brand that I’m developing of children’s apparel and also a clothing line, shoes, bags, sunglasses, everything. I’m really excited. The jewelry is first and it will be out in late August.

To read the rest of the interview and to see lots more exclusive pics from the event, read more.

Can you tell us about the children’s collection?

I’m at the very beginning stages but I’m designing adult clothes for babies. The girl’s clothes are designed after my personal clothing and the guy’s clothes are going to be designed after Joel’s.

So it’s going to be like a mini-me sort of thing.

Yes, exactly. So little hippie dresses for girls and sleeveless tops and suits for boys. I think there’s nothing cuter than a little boy dressed in a suit.

And what else are you wearing?

I think the jacket is Stella McCartney - is it? - the pants are Balenciaga, and Loubs. (And she was carrying her black Balenciaga motorcycle bag – with iPod headphones falling out).

How would you describe your personal style?

I don’t know how to answer that! I really don’t know, I feel like I wear the same thing every day. I just accessorize differently and wear whatever I’m comfortable in. Like, when I’m with the baby I wear flats and when I’m not I wear heels. It just depends on what mood I’m in.

How has your style evolved?

I still like to dress up. I think every girl, whether you’re 13 or in your twenties, should always try new things. I mean, I’ve had my hair pink and brown and blonde and I think it’s all about trying new things; I’m really open to new looks. I love fashion so much that I definitely want to take it to the next level and I’m really excited about it all.

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Uma's On Being Aloof, Intimidated And Talkative

PopSugarUK — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0800

Uma Thurman is the cover star of December's InStyle, and inside the magazine she's interviewed about everything from her relationships to aging, acting and her stalking nightmare. You can read the interview in full in the magazine, but for now, here are some excerpts:

On her reputation: “I have a reputation for being aloof, but the truth is I’m initially intimidated by people. Get me started though and I won’t come up for air.”
On her recent engagement to Swiss Financer Arpad Busson: “I know a lot will be written about it - most of it untrue I should add. What can I say? I’m excited, optimistic and joyful.”
On her divorce from Ethan Hawke: “It has been four years and I don’t want to focus my life on that. If people want to know what I think of my ex-husband having another child, why not just say that I wish the father of my children all the happiness in the world?”

To read more from Uma on her experience with a stalker, children, celebrity and her looks, just read more.

On the male fan who was stalking her: “I don’t want to give any more energy to that. But if anyone is forced to call 911 and as a result something becomes a police matter, you can’t abandon the process: you need to cooperate and allow the police to do what they need to do. I wasn’t being courageous. It was a situation I needed to see through in order to protect my family.”
On having children: “I understand that raising children is universally difficult and that people read an article hoping for something worthwhile in it. The truth is I am not on some inside track. I have no incredible revelations to share.”
When asked if she plans to have more children: “I can safely say I don’t know, if it’s meant to happen it will. I love and adore being a mother. It’s the greatest gift I’ve ever been given.”
On fashion: “I’ve always admired how European women have such effortless style, as though they’ve been culturally raised to wear clothes gracefully and effortlessly. There’s something wrong about trying too hard to be fashionable. When people are too ‘outfitted’, it comes across as self-conscious.”
On being a celebrity: “Being a celebrity is one of the fringe aspects of my job and one I’ve been tutored in, so to speak. I’ve learnt how to use it in a positive way and benefited from the brush with fame I had in my teens. It’s important to stay clear headed and not to let fame become toxic.”
On the paparazzi: “I’m sometimes confused by what they choose to photograph. On the set of Motherhood, I was in a hippie floral dress and Birkenstocks. I can’t imagine who would be interested in seeing me like that.”
On aging: “For an actress, every developmental stage is a culling of the herd. New people are found and pushed to the forefront. It freaks me out a little less these days. It makes it easier having gone through working as a teenager and being told that there would be no career for me as a 20 year old. And then working as a 20 year old and being told that was it. And then having children and being told there wouldn’t be a career for me now. The characters I get to play as a mature woman are much more interesting than the ingénues I got to play as a kid, so I feel okay about it.”
On her looks: “It’s the same with all actresses. Whether it’s there beautiful long wavy hair or their extraordinary lips or their sparkling green eyes or warm laugh, they’re pegged to some physical attribute. If I looked distinctly different, I would have a different kind of career and different kinds of challenges. But there are plenty of challenges that come from being a tall girl. Nobody would have thought I would have a 20-year career in front of me when I started!”

To read more from Uma, pick up the latest InStyle, out now.