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BellaSugar — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0800

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Seven gorgeous ways to wear classic red lipstick.
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20 fan-made Twilight beauty items you've got to see to believe.
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13 ridiculously huge holiday makeup palettes - because you need 85 eye shadows.
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Bella TV's top five Twilight red carpet moments.

The Blind Side: An Unexpected Delight

BuzzSugar — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:30:42 -0800

It's not that the trailer for The Blind Side isn't compelling; the problem is that it combines Sandra Bullock's twangiest, most-over-the top lines with a heartrending song, which makes it seem schlocky. That's exactly what I expected from the movie, but I have to admit that I was wrong - to my surprise, I found it to be a sentimental gem that's actually quite restrained.

The Blind Side is the true story (based on Michael Lewis's book) of NFL player Michael Oher, who grew up in Memphis's projects with his drug-addicted mother and landed in and out of foster homes. He ended up in a fancy private school and in the home of a wealthy family, the Touhys, led by tough-talking Leigh Anne (Bullock). The weaving of Michael's newfound life in the movie is effective, with sweet bits of humor and just enough emotion.

To see what I liked about the film, just read more.

The movie is full of many surprises: first, it looks like it's going to be mainly about football, but it's not all sports. There is proper attention given to Michael's life before he's taken in and the development of the relationships between the Touhy family members and Michael.

Another nice thing is how smoothly Bullock slides into her role. It's not just her wardrobe and hair that transforms her into the high-maintenance Southern matriarch; her manner as the tough mom who's not completely comfortable showing emotion is very natural - not what I'd expect from the laid-back actress.

Quinton Aaron is also impressive as a sad-eyed orphan turned well-adjusted student and son over the course of the movie. It's not an incredibly complex performance, but his teddy bear presence is irresistible. The supporting players are equally as enjoyable: Tim McGraw, whom I didn't expect much from, is charming, while the Touhy children win you over with their affection for their new brother. The late addition of Kathy Bates (whose role is basically an extended cameo) is hardly needed to bolster the movie, but she adds a nice touch as well.

At two hours and six minutes, the movie is a little too long; director John Lee Hancock seemed intent on fitting in nearly every detail of Michael's journey. Then again, at the end you're rewarded with the payoff: footage and photos of the real-life Touhys and Michael. It's an emotionally satisfying ending to a movie that makes no apologies for being so uplifting.

Photos courtesy of Warner Bros.

Get Marissa Miller's Victoria's Secret Makeup Look

BellaSugarUK — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:16:00 -0800

Wowza! I've been checking out the photos from the 2009 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show that took place in New York City last night and they are smoking h-o-t! The Angels are scantily clad in custom lingerie, dripping in accessories and have added five or so inch heels to their already lengthy legs.

But instead of feeling insecure, I just embrace their beauty and focus on their amazing hair (yes, they're all wearing extensions) and their dewy and sparkly-looking pink makeup.

To recreate this look at home, begin with a clean, hydrated and well moisutrised face. Then, apply a primer, followed by concealer to any red areas or spots, and medium-coverage foundation to the face, neck and decolletage. Next, dust a translucent setting powder all over and buff it to a natural finish by using a clean and fluffy brush.

To find out how you can achieve the rest of their makeup look at home, and to see more images of the models getting ready backstage, just read more.

CHEEKS: Although your skin is matte and prepped, all that you've created is a flawless canvas - and now it's time to have some fun! Add a liquid luminzer all over the face and blend into the foundation with a sponge for a dewy look. Next, apply a medium perky-pink blusher to the apples of your cheeks and blend outwards and upwards toward your cheekbones.
EYES: Start by sweeping a pale and creamy champage shadow from the bottom of the lid all the way up to the brows (which by the way must be filled in and perfectly shaped). Then, using a windshield-wiping motion, apply a taupey-grey coloured shadow in the crease for depth and a slightly smoky look. Over the grey, add a touch of pink shadow and blend well. Curl your lashes and apply a powder liner to the upper and lower rims of your eyes. Lastly tack on a full set of false lashes followed by two coats of black mascara.
LIPS: The goal for this lip look is full, glossy and most of all...kissable! The colour should fall somewhere between a pale pink and a medium rose lipstick topped with oodles of shimmery and sheer pink gloss.

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Easy Tip: Go to Bed, Wake Up With Curls

Bella Community — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:02:57 -0800

Check out what reader blondeyy had to say in the Do-it-Yourself Beauty group:

Wake up with gorgeous curls - seriously, fast and easy! Spend the morning making a nice cup of tea and watching CNN rather than working on your hair.

Wash your hair at night.
Put your favorite styling cream in damp hair.
Flip your head over (bending at the waist) and pull all hair into a scrunchie on the top of your head.
Section by section, roll hair into curlers and pin. ( I have very long hair and I only need about 6-7 curlers).
Everything stays on the top of your head so you don't feel a thing when you are sleeping.

In the morning: magic! Remove the curlers and scrunchie; either brush hair or finger tousle and you're done! Beautiful hair! I read this somewhere and do it all the time. It is a REAL time saver with fab results!

Have tips and tricks you'd like to share with others? There's a bevy of groups in BellaSugar Community, so join in the fun!

Who Should Win ANTM Tonight?

BellaSugar — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:00:29 -0800

Tonight, we'll find out who will win this cycle of America's Next Top Model. Oh boy! While it wasn't the most exciting season, it did introduce us to Laura, whose bloggin' is just as endearing as her talkin'. Will this Kentucky blonde leave the farm and go on to fame and fortune? Or will the red-haired Nicole come out on top? My money's on Nicole, if only because she has apparently stolen Andie Walsh's prom dress. Who do you think deserves to win more?

Photo courtesy of The CW

Link Time!

BellaSugar — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:59:19 -0800

Rachel Roy reveals her must-have beauty items - Beauty Blitz
Leighton Meester takes a makeup risk - FabSugar UK
An Oz-inspired nail polish collection. (Oz as in Dorothy, not prison drama.) - Temptalia
Lady Gaga's makeup inspiration might blow your mind - Stylelist
A list of the top 10 most "valuable" models - The Cut
Men in ponytails are neither ponies nor tails. Discuss. - Glamour
Do blondes have more fun? Ask Emma Roberts. - People Style Watch
Two ways to get super-shiny hair - Beauty Snob
Lime Crime makeup is causing major dramz - Afrobella
How to get gorgeous retro hair - Lemondrop

Link Time!!!

PopSugar — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:00:50 -0800

Brittany Murphy and her man say goodbye in front of the cameras - D-Listed
Can you guess what hair color these celebs were born with? - BellaSugar
Nic Cage visits prison in Kenya - PopEater
James Franco memorizes 100 pages per day for GH - JustJared
New candid photos from Levi Johnston's Playgirl shoot - Pink Is the New Blog
Hugh Jackman enjoys his final day as Sexiest Man Alive - Lainey Gossip
Carmen Electra is the latest to be involved with a sex tape (NSFW) - Egotastic
Jon Gosselin's fling with Kate Major leads to legal trouble - The Superficial
Ciara takes a ride in the fast lane with her Lamborghini - Hollywood Rag
Top five reasons fans aren't tuning in to Project Runway - cityrag
Kate Hudson proves to everyone she can sing and dance - popbytes
Gerard Butler jokes with fans and a fake baby - TMZ
Bar Refaeli has a new gig modeling lingerie - Hollywood Tuna

Love It or Hate It? Rihanna's Fuchsia Eyeliner

BellaSugar — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:01:03 -0800

Normally it's Rihanna's hair style and hair color that changes with great frequency, but last night in London, at the launch of her new album, Rated R, it was all about the eyes. Wearing a bright, cool-toned fuchsia eyeliner on her bottom lash lines, she topped off the look with a contrasting warm gold shadow on the lids and feathery falsies on the top lashes. For a similar funked-up look, try Make Up for Ever's Aqua Eyes in Fuchsia Pink ($17). Hint: you could always line just the top for a more subtle effect. What do you think of Rihanna's hot pink style?

Love It or Hate It? Hayden Panettiere's Fringe

BellaSugarUK — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 02:30:00 -0800

Last night at a Benefit For The Whaleman Foundation in Los Angeles, actress Hayden Panettiere walked the red carpet with pin straight hair and wispy fringe. It's nice to see her supporting a cause that we know she's passionate about, and I love it when celebrities use their status to do good. This fringe is a new style on the young starlet who typically wears her hair up, or with some volume at the top. What do you think of this look on Hayden?

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BellaSugar — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 07:03:34 -0800

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Photo courtesy of The CW