Hi Sienna Miller: Proof That Even Celebs Need Makeup

We LOVE these instant snaps of attractive celebs walking around WITHOUT wearing any makeup.

Hi, Sienna Miller!

Yes, that is the lovely English actress sans makeup yesterday at the International Film Festival in Spain.

And what does this prove?

It's rather simple.

Makeup makes you prettier. Period.

Now...here's Sienna just 24-hours earlier at the film festival with hair + makeup + looking polished.

Wow....We can clearly see a difference. It's called mascara, lipstick + foundation. Plus, a chic hair bun.

And there is nothing wrong with putting on a few cosmetics.

Sienna looks radiant and her features more balanced.

Even mascara alone does wonders for the face.

We suggest Opulash Optimum Black Mascara by MAC, Nordstrom ($17).

No-Color Brow Wax Pencil: What Is It Good For?

Brows.

Hmmmm. We could talk about them all day.

Our own used to be so anemic-looking, but these days, our brows are growing in. Only thing, you need PATIENCE...and then some.

We read somewhere, that brows can take up to 64 (give or take) days to come back fully grown in. Eyelashes are quicker, taking only 4-6 weeks to come and go.

Our brows are taking a lot l-o-n-g-e-r than 64 days, but.....they ARE growing in. Get OVER age 40, and brows are even slower to re-appear. Ugh. So frustrating.

In the meantime....we can improve our brows through powders, gels, liquid tints and so forth.

Even brow pencil wax.

Yes....a wax pencil for eyebrows...A CLEAR, no color pencil.

Do you need this?

Well, a brow wax pencil keeps hairs all in place. It's a great GROOMING + TAMING beauty tool.

Here's one from SigmaBeauty ($11).

And the pencil can be used several ways, says SigmaBeauty:

"Use before adding color, either powder or pencil, or after as a finishing touch. The brow wax can also be used alone for a simple, sleek look."

Sexy Jumpsuit Still Trendy Look For Nighttime: Simple + Sleek

Some women HATE jumpsuits, but really now.....a jumpsuit allows you to INSTANTLY appear slimmer, proportioned with super long legs.

The jumpsuit trend is staying with us through fall.

January Jones was the latest celeb to put one on for the Emmy Awards last Sunday. Some critics panned the bright green jumpsuit, but we liked it!

Taylor Swift adores pantsuits at red carpet events, as does reality TV's Kourtney Kardashian.

We hunted down a sleek glam jumpsuit for $39.90 at Windsor.

Reality TV's Power Couple Heather + Terry Dubrow Launch Affordable Skin Care Line

Good for reality TV's power couple, the Dubrows!

Plastic surgeon Dr. Terry Dubrow + RHOC star wife Heather keep talking about their proposed skin care line on this season's Real Housewives of Orange County.

 

Since television taping occured months in advance, then that means their skin care line has already debuted. 

We did some digging, and yes---Consult Beaute is alive + well. 

And you CAN order the skin care line here at Evine.com. 

Then why hasn't there been BETTER advertising? 

We believe the anti-aging Dubrow skin care line is priced affordably and formulated with beneficial ingredients like marine collagen and Hyaluronic acid.

 For LESS than $50, you can purchase the Consult Beaute Volumagen Facial Cream & Concentrate Discovery Duo.

This topical beauty duo aims to PLUMP up skin, provide MOISTURE and BRIGHTEN +BALANCE skin tone, as well as DIMINISH skin damaged areas.

We like the concept behind Dr. Dubrow's non-invasive products and the variety the skin care line offers. There are also beauty supplements featured.

Check out the entire line here.

DWTS' Julianne Hough Opts For Smoky Eye + Nude Lip For Gorgeous Emmys Red Carpet

The smoky eye + nude lip.

Okay...it might seem boring to some.....Been there--Done that, etc.

BUT----It's a classic makeup combo that looks elegant when done properly.

And DWTS' Julianne Hough wowed on the red carpet tonight at the Emmy Awards out in very steamy L.A..

Nothing over-done.

Julianne wore her hair in a messy bun held in place with what appears to be a thin black triple headband.

Her pretty blue eyes just pop in a smoky palette + very black mascara.
Julianne's nude lip has a pink-y sheen added, which is perfect with the star's fair complexion.

Choosing a great nude lipstick is NOT easy, but we think Maybelline's Color Sensational The Buffs offers a good variety of 10 nudes to pick from.

This one is called Storm Sahara ($7.49).

Do you wear nude lipstick, or skip it because it's hard to find the perfect shade?

VS New 1 1/2 Cup Push-Up Bra: Like Goldilocks Finding The Perfect Fit!

We can't stop laughing.....LOLz...

First of all, we LOVE that Victoria's Secret has debuted a brand new bra called the 1 1/2 cup push-up.

Er.....does that make sense?

Yes.....We own the VS Sexy bra, which gives you a 1-cup boobage boost and the VS Bombshell bra which guarantees a 2-cup enhancement.

And now the VS middle-of-the-road bra------ the 1 1/2-cup Push-Up bra that does just that----LIFT your bosom a bit MORE but NOT over-the-top. 

So, yes, it reminds us of the childhood fairy tale of Goldilocks + the 3 Bears: 

"This porridge is too hot!" she exclaimed. So, she tasted the porridge from the second bowl. 

"This porridge is too cold," she said So, she tasted the last bowl of porridge. 

"Ahhh, this porridge is just right," she said happily and she ate it all up.

You get the point. Well, we are anxious to try the VS 1 1/2-cup push-up.

The VS Sexy bra does NOT provide much of anything for our smallish silhouette.

And the VS Bombshell bra.....well, Kylie Jenner is accurate when she claims this high-tech bra enables for big, faux cleavage.

"I just use the Bombshell by Victoria's Secret. It's life-changing. I've gotten all my sisters on it and all my friends. If you want the look of bigger breasts, that's what I do."

But----although the Bombshell bra is very comfy, it does feel like you've got a sofa cushion strapped across your chest...ha ha...The padding is pretty thick, in other words.

So, here is the new VS 1 1/2 cup Push-Up bra ($48.50):

Ladies.....Will you try VS's New 1 1/2-Cup bra?

Jessica Simpson Kiss Me Super Skinny Grey Jeans: Fave Of Sis Ashlee

Let's talk about Kiss Me Super Skinny grey jeans and their designer Jessica Simpson.

We LOVE grey skinnies. It took us a bit to warm up to them, but after seeing fashionable celebs like Gisele Bundchen, Kim Kardashian, Cindy Crawford, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kendall Jenner and others looking glam in grey, we bought a pair, too.

As Jessica Simpson said on the Home Shopping Network last evening, sister Ashlee LOVES wearing skinny grey jeans + looks so rock 'n roll sexy in them.

There's lots of buzz about Jessica's appearance on HSN. Apparently, folks tuning into the live show claim the sexy star was allegedly D-R-U-N-K during the segment where she is pitching her Jessica Simpson clothing line.
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Here's a pair of Jessica's Kiss me Super Skinny Jeans in Myrtle Grey, ($44.99 on SALE, at Macy's).

Jessica Simpson's alleged slurring appears all over YouTube

You decide.....Does Jessica appear or sound drunk on HSN to you?

Check out the video.

Givenchy SS 2016 Wows At NYFW: Black Tuxedo Jacket Trend!

Many of you already own a classic black tuxedo jacket or two.

Good, because NY Fashion Week was ALL about the tuxedo jacket at the Givenchy Spring/Summer 2016 show recently.

Designer Riccardo Tisci brought the DRAMA to the runway in a white + black fashion palette or just all black or just all white,

Absolutely visually stunning. White lace tops, black tuxedo jackets + black bottoms.

Sexy + elegant to a tee.

Kendall Jenner walked this show looking Givenchy-flawless:

Maybe you don't have the thousands to purchase  a Givenchy tuxedo jacket....BUT, you CAN COPY the trend, and get a jump on it  NOW.

We found several at Forever21 for a boatload LESS;

Forever21 ($32.90)

We stumbled onto the Givenchy SS 2016 show on YouTube. So COOL. Watch it here! You will NOT be disappointed.

Forever21 ($32.90)

Blue-Based Lipstick VS Orange-Based Lipstick: Is One Only Better For Whiter-Looking Teeth?

We have light olive skin; we are of Greek heritage.

We also have darkest brown hair + eyes, and we believe COOL makeup shades look BEST with our skin tone.

Therefore, we are ALWAYS wondering about the beauty myth:

Do blue-based lipsticks allow teeth to look whiter, opposed to orange-based lipsticks which allow teeth to look yellower?

Hmmm.

Well, we think the myth is pretty much a fact. At least for us.

We LOVE pink lipsticks that have a cool blue base to them. We just know they appear BETTER on us.

We like coral shades that feature an orange-y base, but our lips really take on a yellowish tint. NO good for anyone's smile.

Here are 2 photos of actress Jessica Alba, wearing a blue-based pink lipstick and an orange-based lipstick.

Does one lippie allow her teeth to look whiter?

Call us loopy but we think the blue-based PINK lipstick DOES make Jessica's beautiful white teeth look even whiter

Just our humble opinion.































 Try this SUPER CHEAP lipstick in BLUE ROSE by NYC Expert Last Lip Color, $1.99 at CVS.

She Bangs! Duchess Kate Makes Royal Hairstyle Change

.....And we'll never be royals
It don't run in our blood
That kind of lux just ain't for us
We crave a different kind of buzz......

But we CAN COPY the Royal BANGS, ladies!

Duchess Kate has NOT been seen out in public since late July, until NOW.

There's the happy royal mom-of-two in the car with Wills at the wheel, sporting a NEW duchess do-----BANGS!

Kate debuted this look back in 2012, and we like it, once again.

Okay, let's be real. The bangs Kate has are long layered bangs that are parted down the middle.

Reminds us of Zooey Deschanel's center-part bangs.

Both Kate + Zooey share similar hair color and wavy body.

Yes...we are envious of their AMAZING hair. We LOVE this look on the Duchess. Fun to switch it up.

What do you think?

Duchess Kate: Bangs or No Bangs?

Back To Fall: Time To Repair Skin With At-Home Peel

It's been a very hot summer for most of us, and maybe you played in the SUN for hours + hours. 

It's possible you forgot to pack your skin care products while on vacation. Or maybe you even forgot to wear your shades a few times.

You can't beat summer fun, BUT the damage done to the complexion can be significant. That's why when autumn rolls around, lots of people head back to their dermatologist for some care + repair.

You could also baby your skin with a great at-home peel. What this does is EXFOLIATE----super cleanses pores, wipes away the grime + dead skin cells, and makes your complexion smooth + brighter---more even-toned.

When most women hear the words, chemical peel, they want to RUN + HIDE, because they fear BURNING their face + neck.

But with an at-home peel using pads, you WON'T harm your skin.

We like these by Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Peel Original Formula ($16, at Sephora).

A GOOD beauty budget buy!

This is a monthly supply of pre-soaked cotton pads or towelettes.   A 2-step treatment with Glycolic + Mandelic acids..

So simple! So effective!

Use once daily in the morning or evening. 
-Apply Step 1 to clean, dry skin in circular motions from forehead to neck. 
-Continue until pad feels dry. 
-Wait two minutes.
-Apply Step 2 using same technique as Step 1.
-Do not rinse or use products containing alcohol after either step.
-To further enhance results, apply Hydra-Pure™ Serum of your choice prior to moisturizer.

Peels make a difference!

These are super safe..

More And More Women Going In For The Close Facial Shave

We've talked about this briefly before: Women shaving their faces.

We found one celeb to admit to it---reality TV star Caroline Manzo. Yep...she says shaving her face gives her smooth, youthful skin.

And Caroline Manzo is NOT alone. Other chicks do facial shave---some are famous but DON'T talk about it.

But the NYTimes.com IS talking about it, and wrote an article about the hush-hush beauty routine recently.

It was quite interesting.

The NYTimes.com interviewed celeb facialist Kate Somerville who also admitted she shaves her face:

"I hate to say this, but personally I get hairs above my upper lip, and have forever," Ms. Somerville said, adding that waxing irritates her sensitive skin. "Initially I did it because of the hair, but then I noticed that it was a great exfoliant and that my makeup went on a lot better."

So....how do you begin?

A lot of women use a single disposable blade like Tinkle.

Yes....Tinkle.

We found a 3-pack at Amazon for $4.89.

Good luck---You're on your own. If any ladies here do shave their faces, please comment below.

Pretty Plum Lips 2015: Always Ripe For Autumn

Plum lips ALWAYS seem to blossom near autumn, and once again, the trend is HOT for Fall 2015.

Now, plum can get very deep + bold in color. We've all seen Rihanna step out in purely purple lips, but that's NOT what we're talking about here.

For every day makeup you can wear during the day, we must keep a lighter touch.

Like this....Take a look at model Karlie Kloss at Carolina Herrera, Fall 2015.

This is what we mean by a nice berry or plum lipstick shade.

Pretty on Miss KK here. Also note the rest of her makeup is understated
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The plum lips do all the talking, so to speak.

Try Maybelline's Yummy Plummy to achieve the fall beauty trend.

We found a tube here at Amazon for $9.14 + FREE shipping.

And if plum lipstick still seems a bit too bold, you can BLOT it down.

Fabulous Fringe For Fall 2015: Let It All Hang Out!

FRINGE is IN for Fall 2015!

And we're not talking about bangs, baby.

We're referring to the long strands that hang off your favorite accessories---like bags, back-packs, boots and also on clothing like jackets, skirts, tops, vests......and basically everything else!

Yes...a BoHo chic vibe that reminds us of iconic Ralph Lauren Americana.

Some of you might not be WILD about the fashion this Fall, but for those of you who dig it, it's FUN to find cool fringe accessories.

You don't have to BUST your style budget, either.

Look what we uncovered at Forever21---a fringed GENUINE suede clutch for $30!

In TAN or BLACK.

LOVE it!

Super cute! Fabulous fringe for Fall 2015 is everywhere.

 Seek....and ye shall find, ladies!

Jessica Simpson Flies In Style With Round Metal Shades

Jessica Simpson may be a super busy mom with 2 active toddlers, but she still enjoys her boho style.

There's the star jetting out of LAX earlier today with husband Eric Johnson.

We love her super long platinum hair extensions, black floppy hat and all black suit. And those HUGE gold hoops!

But what we're really heart-ing are her round metal frames---Gucci, if we're keeping track. Er....some $400 plus, if you're wondering.

Yes, you can find round black metal sunglasses just about anywhere at a much cheaper cost.

How about these from AmericanEagle.com:

Not bad, and these black round frames are ONLY $15.95 (AEO)!

Summer might be winding down quickly , but you can ALWAYS use a cool pair of shades, all year round.

Wear White With Turquoise Statement Necklace Like Alessandra For Last Summer Blast!

Okay, she's a famous Victoria's Secret model, so just about anything would look incredible on Alessandra Ambrosio, right?

 But you CAN copy her pretty last summer blast ensemble and look GORG this Labor Day!

All you need is a white top or white dress for this classic summer style. Then add a turquoise statement necklace and watch your look POP!

The turquoise can be faux, and we bet Alessandra's necklace is a fake, too...Meow! LOLz....

Still, turquoise appears amazing against white clothing.

Take a peek here at the VS beauty at an L.A. summer closing pool party for Vo/Co vodka + coconut water cocktail company.

Alright....sexy off-the-shoulder white lace peasant style romper on Alessandra.

Meantime....you can find a turquoise statement necklace most anywhere.

We hunted down this one from Ross Simons at their close-out sale for $20, regularly $95.

Great fashion buy!

Enjoy your holiday weekend, folks!

Dupe Crazy, Again! Milani VS Nars For the Big O! And You Know What We Mean!

NARS Orgasm lip gloss is a cult fave along with its matching blush.

But at $26 for a slim tube, well, that adds up after a while. Maybe you're addicted though, and can't get enough of NARS Big O and its peachy sheen, looks-great-on-every-gal formula.

Well, this DUPE is a pretty good one, and you can pick it up at your neighborhood drugstore for LESS than $6 bucks!

Milani Luminous Lip Gloss at Walgreens.

The Luminous is just a bit darker than the Orgasm, but STILL a lovely dupe, ladies!

We like beauty + fashion dupes! FUN to save $$$ and get a great look-a-like.

Copy Kylie Jenner's Suede Midi Skirt For Fall----Only $19.99!

Kylie Jenner adores big sister Kim Kardashian's beauty + fashion style, so much so, that the youngest Jenner has now come to LOVE suede, too.

Check out Kylie's new super long blonde locks and her suede midi skirt.

She looks gorgeous, and we are in LOVE with her blonde hair.

Midi skirts ARE flattering on all shapes + sizes.

What if we told you we found a super DUPE for JUST $19.99?!

Take a look:

You can find this online here at Windsor and at their store locations, too, in more sizes.

The good news, this FAUX ssuede midi skirt comes in several delicious colors.

A very good fashion budget buy!

Dupe Me, ELF Cosmetics! $6 Lip Tint As Good As $33 Dior Lip Glow?

When it comes to makeup, many of us LOVE an amazing beauty product for CHEAP......And maybe, just maybe, ELF Cosmetics has created the ultimate lip tint DUPE!

Er....DUPE for duplicate, in case you are wondering...

So, if you're looking for a lovely sheer pink lip tint for your individual skin tone, then keep reading.

Dior Addict Lip Glow in PINK for the pricey tag of $33, is a great lip tint. Check it out here at
Sephora.

What's sooooooo special about Dior Addict Lip Glow"

What it is:
A sheer balm that enhances your natural lip color while moisturizing and protecting the skin. 

What it does:
Awaken and enhance the natural beauty of your lips with this unique balm. Formulated with color reviver technology, this silky lipstick reacts with the chemistry of your lips to create a special shade that will last all day. The addition of SPF 10 will keep you protected, while hydrating mango butter and loofah extract nourish for beautiful, luscious lips.

Okay, but ELF also has a much cheaper lip tint that claims to do the SAME, for just $6!

e.l.f. Studio Gotta Glow Lip Tint! Details here.

Let's be honest....We have NOT tried either lip tint, but we ARE going to pick up a tube of ELF Gotta Glow Lip Tint, because the concept sounds AMAZING!

Here's how ELF describes their DUPE:

This innovative lip tint reacts with the chemistry of your lips to deliver a personalized, perfect shade of pink! The ethereal hue gives a sheer flush of color that enhances the natural beauty of your lips. The gel-based formula glides on smoothly and is infused with Shea Butter to moisturize and nourish.

There you have it. For $6. you have little to lose, ladies!

Bobbi Brown' s Beauty Tips For Perfect 'Mascared' Lashes

If you LOVE wearing makeup, then you know how KEY mascara is.

You NEED to put it on. And the blackest black mascara is the BEST, says makeup legend Bobbi Brown.

We like seeing Bobbi Brown on GMA for Yahoo Beauty, and this morning she was talking mascara and how it lets eyes POP, especially helping our eyes as we get older, because lashes start to THIN OUT.

First, CURL your lashes.

And Bobbi says it's OKAY to MIX mascara formulas and to layer them up to 4 coats!

What we found interesting, was that Bobbi says ONLY to apply mascara under the UPPER lashes---not on top of the upper lashes.

Really?

We see other makeup artists apply mascara to the tops of the upper lashes.

Hmmm.

To see the entire quick mascara demo, click here.

Great beauty tips, Bobbi Brown!

Demi Lovato Pretty In Blush-Tone Pink At VMAs 2015

Demi Lovato looked gorgeous at last night's VMA Awards 2015.

We liked her slicked back dark hair, bold brows, glam cat-eye + blush-tone lips.

Demi usually likes to amp up her pout with vivid  reds or fuchsias, but we like this softer look on the singer.

So pretty! She GLOWS......

Pink blush-tone makeup can make every woman look healthy, soft +  warm.

And we loved her pink intricate-web style mini. Great illusion dress with nude heels.

Demi looks SEXY, but not over-the-top. Sophisticated and modern.

To COPY Demi's blush-tone pink lips, try NARS Sheer Lipstick in CRUISING ($27).