Across The Pond
Cargo's Runway Kit
I came across Uniqlo while I was studying in London. The Japanese retailer wasn’t on this side of the pond at that point, and I thought that I had come across buried treasure. There’s a store in NYC’s SoHo neighborhood now, but it’s still not as common as it is in the UK, France, Japan, Korea, China, Hong Kong or Singapore. However, thanks to the magic of the Internet you can order any of their products online, including their awesome HEATTECH Line. HEATTECH does magical things – generates heat, and controls odor (that’s always a concern when we’re trying to stay toasty — but not too toasty) while remaining soft and static free. You can also check out Uniqlo’s winter collection HEATTECH and otherwise.
Also inspired by across the pond designs – this cute skirt that Rachel Zoe also loves from Topshop. Rachel discusses it in her blog in the Parallel Universe section.
This morning Marie Claire points the way to Bright Bags, the NY Times discusses the cultural phenomenon that is Blake Lively’s hair — and to think, it was under a hat in Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. In addition to having Ellen on the cover, O Magazine discusses Cargo’s Runway Kit available at Sephora – blush and eyeshadow styled to look like chunky sweater knits and buttons respectively.
Button Up Your Overcoat
Courtesy of Vintage Connection
A lovely lady from Vintage Connection has posted info on Vintage Coats on Philly2Philly. Vintage Connection is worth a look, it won the title of “Best Vintage Shop” from Philadelphia Magazine and your favorite newspaper, Philadelphia Weekly. With a little luck, you might even be able to get a Mad Men esque coat – for MUCH cheaper than those on sale at Banana Republic.
Even with the colder weather creeping up, Christmas commercials are freaking us out. They’re on entirely too early. Or so we think. However, we are positively tickled by the Sephora Holiday offers like this set of mascaras for $39 – valued at $104. Nice. There are similarly priced sets for fragrance, glitz & glam – that’s shimmer and bronzers for those who don’t speak Sephora. The only set we’re leery of is the lotion one. Sometimes skin freaks out when you use that many different lotions, especially in the winter months!
If you LOVE eyeliner Sephora’s got a kit with pencils in literally every color from Make Up For Ever. This set has 25 different shades. We think even Rainbow Brite would be jealous. This Smashbox set with 5 colors might be a better choice if 25 colors seems like too much of a commitment. We’re also loving this cute little set from Bare Escentuals avaliable only at Sephora called A Wink and A Kiss. It’s mascara and lipstick. So cute.
Sooo…we got a little excited about makeup. This morning NBC10 takes a look at Justin Timberlake’s style and how it’s progressed through the years. NBC10 also lets us know that there is going to be a piece of the Berlin Wall at Ripley’s Believe it Or Not in Atlantic City! I personally saw an itty bitty chunk of the Berlin wall and that was pretty moving. I can’t even imagine seeing a huge chunk like the one at Ripley’s, let alone actually being there for the historical event – which celebrates it’s 20th birthday on Monday, November 9th.
Spooky Scary
Yep, that's Heidi as Shiva. Courtesy of Seventeen.com
As we’ve discussed before, Heidi Klum LOVES dressing up for Halloween. Here are some of her costume ideas, as highlighted by Seventeen. Sephora windows are highlighting looks for Halloween, but Bare Minerals is giving away treats today for every day looks when you spend $50. Treats included are the hydrating mineral veil – (it that goes on after you apply your makeup to lock in moisture), primer, exfoliator called RareMinerals renew & reveal, cleanser, a moisturizer called RareMinerals purely nourishing that’s supposed to increase cell renewal as well as an additional moisturizer. Not to shabby, and zero calories, unlike many other treats available today.
If you’re like some of us at Philly Weekly and decided to wait until the last minute to figure out a costume, be sure to watch this Daily Candy video on costumes you can throw together including a Cereal Killer and a Kraft Singles cheese slice. The Today Show also had costume ideas on this morning that can be pulled together last minute, including the Fanta girls.
Glamour has some do’s and don’ts for Halloween, including walking around like a stripper. Hmm. We tend to think that Halloween is the day when you can get away with almost anything but we guess there are still some rules.
And, if you’re having buyers remorse about your Halloween costume, don’t worry. At least you didn’t buy these $400 Louis Vuitton Bunny Ears that Rachel Zoe is in love with. Usually we like Rachel’s picks, even the high end ones, but $400 bucks for ears? Really?
Meet Jaime
This is Jaime, former PW staffer, current makeup maven. She’s got the goods when it comes to beauty tips and is going to share her knowledge with us once a week. I’m psyched and you should be to.
Basics from Jaime Weinberg on Vimeo.
For more info on the products used in this video:
MAC Mineralize Skinfinish/Natural
Le Crayon Yeux Precision Eye Definer
CoverGirl LashBlast Volume Blasting Mascara
Navigating the Sephorian Labyrinth
The Other Jaime W. is back with us to share her opinions on makeup matters. Yep, it’s her perspective on deadly serious stuff like undereye concealer and warm versus cool skin tones, so people out there who get all in need of Cymbalta over such things, it’s OK. Those commercials depress the hell out of us, too. Besides, I think I love you.
Jaime’s back today with her 101 (it’s totally A.P. level for someone like me) of Sephora’s bounty. Conveniently, there’s a storefront right down the street from where she “works” so she can zip out and buy a shiny new thing the moment L-Dopa levels plummet mid-afternoon and carrot juice isn’t going to cut it.
The woman lives and breathes makeup. Believe:
Bare Escentuals
Buxom Lips. Not only are these lip glosses infused with antioxidants like Vitamin A and E, but they smell great, come in very wearable shades and even make your lips look bigger! I’m currently in love with Trixie.
Benefit
A few picks from this line.
I mentioned in my last post my love of Erase Paste.
Another recommendation is their Creaseless Cream Shadow/Liner. Unlike some cream eye shadows, these last, although some are more pigmented than others. I personally love Skinny Jeans, a soft pewter shade perfect for a quick smoky eye.
Another great product from Benefit is Benetint. I love red lips but can’t stand re-applying all night long. Often, I apply Benetint at the beginning of the night and touch up with a sheer red lip gloss. No mirror needed!
It also now comes with a clear lip gloss attached.
Clarisonic
Want to spend a fortune on a product but save in the long run on facials? Check out the Clarisonic Skincare Brush. I haven’t tried it out myself but I am seeing a lot of buzz about it online. Let me know if you have tried it!
Dior
Every makeup artist’s must have is Diorshow Mascara. If you are looking for over-the-top volume and length, try this one out.
Fresh
Dry lips? Here is the solution. Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment. It’s the gold standard for high-end lip balms.
Guerlain
Most likely, you haven’t brought a product from this brand in some time. Well, it’s time to take another look. With some of the best packaging and overall quality in the industry, I have a bunch of picks from Guerlain.
With undoubtedly the most beautiful packaging in the industry, KissKiss lipstick offers pigmented, vibrant shades for everyone.
If you are looking for luminous skin and have a gentle touch applying your makeup, try Meteorites Powder for Face. They impart a stunning glow that is never glittery or chalky. My personal favorite is Mythic.
Most likely the most popular bronzer on the planet is Terracotta Bronzing Powder. It comes in several shades.
Kevyn Aucoin
If you can find it in store, you must try the Sensual Skin Enhancer. It’s really a do-it-all for the face. Use it on it’s own as a luminizing concealer, or combine with moisturizer for a glowing foundation.
Lancome
When buying Lancome, it’s all about the lashes! But just remember to use your mascara within 6 months max!
My personal favorite is Hypnose, but in all honesty all their mascaras are great.
Another must are Juicy Tubes if you are looking for super sheer lip gloss with over the top shine.
Laura Mercier
The best tinted moisturizer on the market. Great pigmentation, very good shade range, plus it comes in regular and oil-free versions.
Make Up Forever
This is such a great line and is often missed by the general public. Everything from their foundations to concealers to lashes are highly reviewed on one of my favorite sites, makeupalley.com.
My current fave:
Aqua Eyes is a long lasting eye liner that comes in great shades. Currently I am loving their Bronze Collection!
The rest of my personal faves will be posted in part 2 of this week’s traipse through Sephora. I hope this helps.
Do you have additional suggestions for must-have products? Let us know! Post a comment with your necessities.