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We have 100 free articles of wedding tips for wedding couples and guests.Everything from the wedding planning and preparations to the honeymoon. Wedding guest can read about how to plan a bachelor and bachelorette party or what a best man is supposed to do.

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Planning	There is a lot of thing you need to keep in mind when you are planning a wedding. We have articles about most parts of the wedding planning. Find out how to prepare yourselves for your big day. Read about how to make a planning list, choosing a wedding theme that suits you, get some cheap wedding ideas and much more..
Preparations	There are many preparations that need to be done before a wedding. Learn what to consider when ordering invitations, thank-you cards and place cards. Also read about flowers for the party, bridal bouquet and what different flowers have meaning. We also have articles on wedding photography and different types of transport from the church.
Dress & Beauty	Learn about the different wedding dress, such as how to dress, what fabrics you can choose from, and how to preserve the dress. Also read about accessories such as bridal crowns, tiaras, veils, jewelry and flowers. We also have articles about manicures, pedicures and other beauty tips and suggestions on various bridal hairstyles.
Honeymoon	Free articles with a lot of ideas for the honeymoon. Get inspired of different types of honeymoons. Read about how to plan a honeymoon for a romantic or adventures couple. We also have destinations guides for Mauritius, Mexico, Hawaii, Rome, Azores, Ireland, Thailand, Scotland and Tusacany.
Party	Learn how to set the perfect table and find out where the guests should be placed. Read about how to choose a location for the reception and get ideas for suitable music. Also articles about the first dance, party accessories, wedding cake, etc..
Ceremony	Articles with tips about wedding ceremony. Find out where all the guests to sit in the church, what to consider when talking with the organizer to the marriage and what it costs. Read about the flower girl and ring bearer. We also have articles about throwing rice, ideas for music for the ceremony and what to write in the wedding program.
Guests	We have articles for those who have been assigned an important role at a wedding. Learn to be toastmaster at the party or the best man, bridesmaid or maid at the wedding. You can also read about how to plan a bachelorette or bachelor party, how to prepare for a speech and get tips on various gifts to the bride and groom.
Extra	There is a lot of things to learn about wedding. Here you can get some ideas for your wedding vows or qoutes for the wedding gift. You can also learn more about different dresscodes, flower language and the wedding ring.

Printed Silk Hareem Pants - Women Pants or Trousers

This is comfortable and stylish Hareem Pants in Printed Silk with Jersey Waistband~Fairtrade by Nomads & Folio Gothic Hippy. Gorgeous silk trousers in this hot trend design. Jersey waistband for added comfort and easy fit.

Styling Focus for Round face Shape

Round Face Shape

"Styling Tricks that Flatter Your Round Face Shape"

Many women who have a round face shape are considered having a "baby face" and are thought to be younger than their age so it's a positive thing!
Your face shape is almost as wide as it is long. It has gradual curving lines rather than hard angles. Usually both upper and lower parts of your face are full and rounded- and wide at the cheeks. If you have a strong jawline and cheekbones your face might resemble a square face shape. Sounds more like yours

Let's Start Building Your Style from

Right Clothes for Your Body Shape and Figure

By knowing the shape of your body and how proportional your upper and lower half are with each other, you'll know what clothing shape, colors and designs flatter your frame - creating a balanced silhouette (we're all attracted to symmetry, think hourglass), accentuating what you like and disguising the "bad" parts.
Also learn more about the basic principles of dressing your body figure - how proportions, vertical body line, fit and confidence affect the way you look. This is important to help you gain a clearer understanding of the bigger picture of looking faaabulous :-)

Your face shape is the first thing people notice, and you want to make a good impression! You can use clothes and accessories to enhance, de-emphasize and improve the impressions of your face

Putting an Outfit Together

Step 5: Putting an Outfit Together
Playing it safe by relying on basic clothing isn't enough. Fashion and style is about expressing yourself. That's why we also need the latest trends to add some personality to your outfit!
Overdoing it can make you look like a fashion victim. Learn how to work with the current fashion trends and the right way to mix and match basics with trends, here.

Be inspired with the different chic styles in the fashion inspiration- section.

Also do a read on the basics and ideas on how to put together an outfit.

Fashion Tricks for Skinny Girls

By Jeremy Mailman, 23rd Jan 2011 | Follow this author | RSS Feed | Short URL http://nut.bz/vck03i.q/
Posted in Wikinut>Guides>Fashion>Style Basics

You can look good in your clothes even if you are a skinny woman. The trick here is to choose and wear the right clothes. Have fun making yourself adorable and attractive. Here are some fashion tricks for girls with too thin bodies.

GIRLS WANT TO BE FASHIONABLE.

Girls want to be fashionable.
Wear clothes in layers.
Wear heavy fabrics.
Choose colorful clothes
Get bold and daring
Skinny girls can be supermodels.
Many girls want to be like the supermodels on the ramp – slim and tall. Today, we can find so many fashion articles for the different body types but not so many useful fashion tips for skinny girls. Girls want to look pretty and gain the attention of men. They want the other girls to be envious of them.

My wife and I have not seen my niece Aya since she was a toddler. When we finally met her in our family reunion, she is now in her teens – taller but so skinny – but she looked so gorgeous in her dress. My wife asked her how she was able to make herself look so beautiful despite her skinny figure. Here’s what she told us.
You can use big belts, loose blazers, scarves and shawls as add-ons. Be creative, experiment and improvise. Have fun.

WEAR HEAVY FABRICS.

Consider wearing clothes made of velvet, corduroy, wool, velveteen or heavy knits.

CHOOSE COLORFUL CLOTHES

Colors look good in thin bodies. Vibrant, bright or pale colors are good choices. Try offbeat combination.

GET BOLD AND DARING

Choose clothes with exciting and exotic prints like flowers and animals. Consider wearing bold plaids and horizontal designs.

SKINNY GIRLS CAN BE SUPERMODELS.

Girls who are tall and slim are candidates to become one of the world’s super models. But skinny girls are not that far behind with these fashion tricks.

The Fashion Videotorial: Homeless Couture

A fashion videotorial breaks free from the pages of a magazine and creates a more full sensory fashion experience through the format of video. By taking the concept of the fashion spread off the page, the videotorial invites the viewer to not only see but live and breathe fashion.
Its Here. The Ladies Room’s Very first Fashion Videotorial.

The Fashion Videotorial: Homeless Couture from Ladies Room

Director/ Executive Producer: RaVal Davis

Art Director & Producer: Gia Gilliard

Videographer/ Editor: Nicole Januarie

Stylist: Kimberly V

Photographer: Jessie Nunez

Makeup: Tiffany Garlick

Model : Cindy Wright

Clothing credits:

Limited Edition Boot by Doc Marten

Sequins Athletic Shoe: stylist own

Jacket: Top Shop

Waist Coat: Necessary Clothing

Dress: Deola Sagoe

Rings: Noir

Fingerless Gloves: Marc Jacobs

Necklace: custom available upon request

Red Scarf: custom

leather Jacket: malibu

Earrings: The earring Plaza

Stocking: H&M

Floral

Autumn Hues

Why We Love It
Designers have delivered fall wardrobes in the universally flattering tones that surround us at this time of year. Why should Mother Nature have all the fun?

The colors project a sensual season in silk charmeuse and soft merino wool. (It works. You’ll see.) Suede and patent leather look rich as well.

How to Wear It
Though nature lays one color atop another, these clothes have maximum impact when worn monochromatically.

No need to pile on the accessories with these quietly luxe pieces. Need convincing? Look closely at the impeccable details.

Art Prints

Museum of Modern Art hasn’t reported any major thefts, but these beauties could have been taken straight from its galleries. Oh, so bold and utterly striking, these wearable “canvases” are blessedly detail- free and classic in form.

Though it’s not the sexiest way to dress, you are guaranteed to garner lots of attention. Confidence will help pull off so cerebral a choice.

How to Wear It
Jewelry is liable to be a distraction. However, the accessory these vivid patterns call for is a really cool, substantial shoe.

Strong eye? Yes! Prominent lip? Good idea. Big hair? We think not. Go sleek and pull

Beauty Guru

How to Keep a Simple and Effective Skin Care RoutineGood skin is more than just an application upon application of skin care products. Overuse of and a menagerie of skin care products can actually be detrimental to your skin and to your health especially when they are loaded with harmful or otherwise questionable ingredients.
A great complexion and overall great skin, starts with good health which means staying fully hydrated and getting the necessary nutrients, vitamins and minerals in our diet each day. A balanced diet equals better health and a healthier, glowing complexion. Some basic nutrients the skin needs is pure water, zinc, soy protein, vitamin E, vitamin C, B-complex, carotenoids a flavonoids, and omega 3 fatty acids just to name a few.

In addition to a good diet, your skin also needs cleansing, toning, moisture, and protection. Additionally there may be specific problem areas you will need to address such as blotchiness, acne or breakouts, dry patches, etc.

The basics - cleansing, toning and moisturizing, protection

Cleansing: First and foremost you must understand your skin type when selecting a cleanser. Dry skin should avoid foaming cleansers and use a milk cleanser or lotion, oily skin can get by with a foaming cleanser if not to harsh (drying out oily skin only makes the skin react and produce more oil), combination skin should use a cleanser with a low ph of 7 or less. Consider one of these herbal face washes and get 15% off!

Toning: I have read differing opinions on whether a toner is necessary or not but I am a firm believer of toning. Toning removes the last traces of cleanser, restores ph balance and closes the pores prior to moisturizing. Again, understand your skin type when selecting your toner. A few herbs for each skin type are as follows: Dry skin: elderflower and sandalwood, Oily skin: lemon balm or fennel, witch hazel, Combination Skin: Chamomile. There are numerous herbs when mixed with green tea or distilled water makes a great toner at a fraction of the cost of store bought toners. Get your herbs and essential oils at Mountain Rose Herbs.

Moisturizer: My moisturizer has a double duty, it hydrates and protects because it contains a SPF. No matter what skin type, you skin needs to be hydrated. Dry skin needs hydration and moisture and oily skin still needs hydration. Additionally I always recommend a daytime moisturizer with SPF and a nighttime moisturizer emollient rich.

Special Treatments

Dark circles under eyes consider vitamin E. It is a natural moisturizer and rich in antioxidants. It will moisturize and thicken the skin under the eye area so you don't see the thinness. Massage under eye area before bedtime. Note: vitamin E is most effective in its natural alcohol form rather than its acetate form where it is a less effective antioxidant. Watch for this in the labelling of skin care products. Another note: dark under eye circles can be caused by various reasons such as a Vitamin K deficeincy, genetics, bad lifestyle habits, etc. The recipe above is for thinning of the skin as we age.

Crows' feet: no need for a special product, apply virgin coconut oil with a few drops of vitamin E oil at bedtime. I think you will see visible results in about a week. vitamin e is most effective in its natural alcohol form rather than its acetate form where it is a less effective antioxidant. Watch for this in the labelling of skin care products.

Exfoliate: this treatment is to slough off dead skin and promote circulation and new cell growth. There are a number of home remedies that work such as oatmeal or cornmeal.

Facial masks: masks can do wonders to hydrate the skin. Again understanding your skin type is imperative. For dry skin consider a China/White Clay, for oily skin use fuller's earth or French green clay, sensitive skin yellow kaolin clay and combination skin rose clay. Read about clay masks and get some clay mask recipes.

Above are just a few of the simple home remedies that work and are inexpensive and eco-friendly. Why not give them a try and let me know how they worked for you. Additionally when purchasing skin care products look for natural ingredients.

My Shine blog is dedicated to skin care and beauty tips. There are pages of informative articles that cover a wide range of skin care needs. Below are just a few of the posts you will find on my Shine blog.

Tips to determine you skin tone - warm, neutral or cool

how to determine your skin tone and applying that knowledge to your cosmetic and clothing selection can bring out the best in your appearance. We all know when a certain color looks great on us while other colors seem to leave us looking ashen and worn out.
Skin tones fall into three classifications, they are: Warm, Cool and Neutral. Below are some easy steps to help you deterimine your skin tone.

Vein test - in a natural light, look at the inside of your wrist; if the veins appear greenish this indicates you have yellow undertones and thus would have a warm skin tone. Veins that appear to be more bluish indicate a cool skin tone.

Pony tail test - pull all your hair back away from the face in a pony tail or with a headband and thoroughly cleanse the face. Place a white towel or cloth around your neck and shoulders, if you face looks more yellow this would indicate a warm skin tone, whereas a bluish reflection would mean a cool skin tone.

Silver/Gold test - If you think you look better in gold than silver, this indicates a warm skin tone. People with cool skin tones usually look better in silver. Additionally, you can use a gold and silver cloth for this test, hold a swatch of gold fabric under the chin, does it make you look healthy, ashen or neither. Try the same with silver fabric, what do you see? a bluish hue or yellow undertones?

Genetic natural color of eyes and hair - As a rule of thumb, normally people with blue, green or grey eyes with blond, black or brown hair have a cool skin tone. Additionally, cool skin tones will have a pink or rosy undertone. Those people with brown, black, or hazel eyes and have black, brown, blond, red, or strawberry blond hair are usually have a warm skin tone and have a golden or apricot undertone. However, there are always exceptions to the rule when trying to deterime your skin tone by the color of your hair and eyes.

If after doing the above tests you are still unable to determine your skin type, you may fall into the neutral skin tone. Neutral skin tones can wear any color and look great, however neutral skin tones may lean towards either warm or cool. For instance, a neutral skin tone can look great in a warm color and fabulous in a cool color or vice a versa.

So what colors are best for your skin tone? Below is a short summary, again there are always exceptions to the rule.

Cool Skin Tone - Consider rich, true colors. These would include black, navy, red, shocking pink, rich raspberries, deep emerald greens, royal blue, plums or pure black. Additionally wear icy tones instead of pastels for a lighter color. Cool skin tones should avoid beige, orange and gold.

Warm Skin Tone- Consider earth colors either crisp or muted. Normally those with a warm skin tone look great in sage greens, gold, mochas, and bronzes. For a softer color try peach, apricot yellow.

Neutral Skin Tone - luckily for you, all colors will look good however, as indicated above most neutral skin tones will sway one way or another, so while a warm color may look great on you a cool color may look fabulous.

Selecting the right colors based on your skin tone can add so much to your overall appearance. The right color can add sparkle to your overall being and complexion while the wrong color can leave you looking ashen and your complexion washed out.

If you are still uncertain about your skin tone, stop by a cosmetics counter at a fine department store and talk with the clerk. Additionally, you could consult with your beautician for advice.

Style Picks

Renew Your Skin's Radiance Some people are lucky enough to have a good complexion, while others have to work hard to achieve perfect skin. If you fall into the second category, … 

How to Prevent Static Electricity in Hair

Static electricity may create flyaway hair conditions in cold winter months, low humidity or dry air. This typical hair problem comes from the buildup of positively charged particles in your hair and may be annoying as it makes your hair literally stand up on end. There are several home remedies you can use or the other options involve the application of hair products.

Men's Fashion

Men's Black BlazerMen's blazers are suitable for many fancy occasions, such as dinners, parties and even the occasional get-together with friends. Blazers are as versatile as a regular T-shirt, but appropriate enough to wear to a party at your job. They can be worn with vests, ties or ascots. It is important for any man to know how to use the blazer in different settings and which colors and clothes are compatible with it.

Bath and Body Secrets

 bath and body really that important? Feeling good about yourself and pampering your body is one of the factors that will help you feel much more like

'Just what can I do to pamper my body' you ask?

Being at the proper weight and even learning poise and posture can help boost your self esteem.

As long as you are comfortable and acceptive of your body and ultimately yourself, you'll have self esteem and charisma that is worth a second glance.

Cleansing, exfoliating, and especially using a moisturizer daily will be the deep cleaning that your body needs and also contribute to your skin's overall healthiness.



Start caring for your body today, when you learn the proper bath and body techniques so that your body will thank you.

Try pampering yourself through these bath and body resources...
Epilation Hair Removal Offers Women Another Option
Epilation can be just the hair removal care alternative that you have been looking for, tips as well as personal experience and what to expect.
Proper Adult Sun Protection is a Must
Adult sun protection tips explaining important sun topics and protection as well as how to apply sunscreen and SPF sunblock.
Make Your Own Bath Salt with These Soothing Recipes
Want to make your next bathing experience more luxuriant? Try making these bath salt recipes to have a soothing and relaxing time.
Find Out How Core Exercise can Help with Modeling
Whether you knew it or not, core exercise has a great deal to do with many aspects of modeling. Posture and especially posing are positively affected with the implementation of an exercise regimen.
Fingernail Health Information and Tips
Just what kind of care do salons offer. Follow these manicure tips and fingernail health procedures to achieve stronger nails.
Get the Scoop on Laser Surgery
Considering laser surgery? Know what you are getting into and determine your risks beforehand.
Pedicure: the Perfect Pampering for Softer Soles
Find out how you can improve the good looks of your feet in order to feel comfortable with them. In fact, you can easily give yourself a french pedicure with our simple steps.
Be Smarter than Your Rosacea
Rosacea is a common condition that you don't have to let it get control over you life. Know what the symptoms are so you can keep on living your life.
Learn How 'Real' Weight Loss Begins
Many today are concerned about being at the proper weight. If weight loss is the answer, make sure you know all the background behind it and what makes a loser successful.
Botox - What to Know When Considering
Many people today consider botox as a reasonable alternative to wrinkling, when considering this option, make sure that you have lots of knowledge about the ups and downs beforehand.
Dark Under Eye Circle - Things You Can Do
A dark under eye circle are hard to get rid of, learn what triggers them and home remedies that will help get rid of dark circles.

Other Useful Bath and Body Sites
The Woman's Survival Guide - Everything you want to know about being a woman can be found here! Your questions about fashion, beauty, fitness, health and happiness are answered!

Beauty is a Must Have in Today's Society

Many factors contribute to our definition of what beautiful really is. It could be a well-done makeup application or someone that looks good for their age.


Even back in the Roman and Greek times, good looks were associated with good, just like it is today.

Many times when we see a person, we judge them and say 'they look nice' or 'they don't look look very nice.' Oftentimes this is based on aesthetics alone.

But there are many other factors that also contribute to a person's overall attractiveness.

Characteristics such as a nice personality and integrity are highly valued as well.



We as members of society should our top concern should not be with aesthetics as being a positive influence to those around us.

Then we will be a joy to be around and people will be attracted to us for two reasons, quality of personality and secondly, aesthetics.

Look your best with these resources...
What Accentuates Your Eye colors
Using your eye colors to determine which colors of clothes will flatter you and help you look your best.
Model Skin Care Process
Want to achieve great skin? Try implementing this three step skin care process to cleanse and clear your face.
Beauty Make Up Tips
Beauty make up tip techniques to keep your makeup healthy and last longer.
Face Mask Recipe
Face mask recipes for dry, normal, and oily skin which includes the ingredients and directions so that you can make them at home.

Modeling Agency Listings in Your Area

Are you wanting to get into modeling and get started with a modeling agency, but don't know where to start?


Right here, you have a plethora of agencies that are organized by city. It's really easy to browse through the list for the closest city for you.

After you have done this, you are well on your second step to finding the right agency for you.

Having an agency represent you is one of the ways in which you'll receive your modeling jobs.



Next, you pick the prospective agencies that you want to contact, and what's more? Their phone numbers are listed right there, which makes it hassle-free you you!

Feel free to browse through these listings, I hope they are a good resource for you in your modeling quest!

Beauty Salon the Right Choice

Beauty salons are out there everywhere. How do you know which one is the right one? Are there certain criteria that you should be looking for if this will be your first visit?


Your visit to the local spa or salon can be a unique one.

I'm sure you'll feel quite relaxed while soaking in a bathtub with aromatic candles all around you. Or perhaps you just came for a new hairstyle and highlights.

Looking at the areas of concentrations can be one of the best ways to find the right salon for you.

For example, if you have curly hair that you want layered your best bet is to go with a salon that specializes in curly hair.



Another criterion when determining the best spa for you is to ask around.

Does your family, friends, or even coworkers love a certain spa that they highly recommend?

If so, this is probably for a reason, and after all, they know because of their own personal experience at the spa itself.

Short Hairstyles

Taking the plunge and going short is a huge step for any woman with long hair. The more research you do, and the more you know about your own hair, the better your cut will be. Whether it’s choppy, sleek, cute, or daring, your new cut will be a crucial part of your new look. Make sure that you get the cut that suits your personality the best, and get styling! We hope these hairstyles pictures can help you find the style you wan

 This woman has a chic and classy hairstyle as the hair is short with lots of volume. Her hair is combed back at the side and styled straight down onto her neck. On top and at front, the hair is styled high and brought forward. This romantic look is really sexy.
 This bob hairstyle is cute as it is a very stylish look. The hair is short all around with thick bangs styled to come across the entire forehead. Styled neatly around at the ears and the neck, this redhead looks fantastic.
This is a cute hairstyle as the hair is short and straight. On the forehead, the straight hair comes down to near eye level. At back and on the sides, the hair has been flicked outwards.

Beauty - It's All In The Details

These days everyone has a different opinion about what makes a woman beautiful. And by beautiful, I’m not referring to a person from the inside out but physically attractive superficially beautiful.

Is it the way she wears her hair? The stylish clothes she wears? Perhaps! But if you go beyond the immediate surface of a beautiful person and look a little deeper, you might see the fine details that enhance the physical beauty of any individual.

Since the voluptuous lips of Angelina Jolie appeared on screen, many other celebrities like Scarlett Johansson have been accredited for their natural pouts; men want to kiss them and women want to have them. But whether you have a full set of smackers or a sweet and small pair of kissers, there are a few ‘bad attention’ getters if you don’t pay attention to minor details.

Any pucker is far less pretty chapped and with hair on the upper lip. If you have the nasty habit of licking your lips, you probably experience a dry chapped mouth fairly often; to avoid this unappealing flakey look use an over the counter lip scrub to remove any dead skin from your mouth and then apply a natural product such as ‘Burt’s Bees’ lip balm to soften the look and the feel. You’ll be smooch-able in 60 seconds flat.

Sexy Glow At Any Age

Time and time again age barriers are broken and 40 is the new 30- 30 is the new 20 and 20 is the new…10? Alright well perhaps that’s a bit of a disturbing stretch.

While we can’t control the speed of the number going up we can control the outward appearance of how quickly the ageing process seems to take its toll.

Taking a multivitamin, staying out of the sun, getting plenty of exercise, and drinking lots of water are all things we know to do for the overall betterment of our long term health. But what about quick fixes when we want immediate results?

Drinking all the water in the world can’t reverse obvious skin damage before the start of this evening’s soiree with friends but a few minor adjustments to your hair, makeup and wardrobe will reflect immediate results guaranteed to last long past the desert.

If you are 29 years young and your 30th birthday is tomorrow, you’d better quickly toss out your short skirts, knee high boots and the tight tank that reads ‘I’m too sexy for my shirt’. Of course not! But you might want to rethink wearing them all together. Whether you’re 20, 30 or 60 years old, an alluring glow is something that comes from within but you can fake it on the days you don’t feel so ‘glowy’ by wearing clothes that bring out your best feature. Do you have a beautiful cleavage? A nice toned back or sexy shoulders?

Here’s an exercise for you: Stand in the mirror naked and decide what sexy body part you love enough to draw incredible attention to, then show it off by dressing in attire that flatters and focuses on that particular part of your body. You’ll hold your head high knowing your best assets are being admired and might even steal attention away from the hors d’oeuvres table.

As long as you have the right shade of makeup for your skin, Photoshop no longer has to be your best friend. The key to having that sexy glow men go gaga for is to wear makeup in such a way that looks as if you’re not wearing any makeup at all

Putting Your Face On

It’s Monday morning and the effects of this past weekend are finally catching up to you. You’re running late and have just barely enough time to splash cold water on your face and toss some of yesterday morning’s coffee in a traveling mug.

There might not be much you can do to feel better but you can definitely hide any proof of not having slept at all the night before or in some cases, the few nights before. And no, not going into work today is not an option, so don’t even think about it. You can however pull out some basic cosmetic tools and put your face together in 5 minutes or less.

Sleep deprivation will often produce obvious physical signs such as drooping lids and under eye bags. But it can also produce pimples and leave the skin pigmentation uneven and sallow. The quickest fix for this is a base of foundation. But don’t let your lack of sleep make you forget to rub it onto your neck. If you have a foundation that matches your skin, dilute it with some day cream for an even natural look and immediately move on to your next call of aesthetic duty. Remember, time is of the essence here!

If you’re going to do anything to your face to appear alive and rejuvenated, pay special attention to the whole eye area beginning with concealer. Consider concealer to be one of your “bestest” friends in the cosmetic family. Finger dab this darling from the inner corners of your eyes and cover those nasty dark circles that are trying to reveal yesterday’s wild wicked evening with your colleagues.

HOW TO GET SOME REAL BEAUTY SLEEP

Sleep with your face up: Everyone has a favorite sleeping position. While for some it’s on their side curled up in a fetal ball and others on their stomach with their face smothering the pillow, the best way to sleep is on your back with your knees slightly bent over a pillow. Not only does blood flow naturally and comfortably through your body but in the physical sense your face won’t be scrunched up in a floppy pillow all night forming lines and creases in your skin which will eventually turn into something permanent over time. If we spend approximately 6-8 hours in any given night every night of our lives with our face being unnaturally contorted, it’s likely to have some permanent effects on our skin as we get older. Not very beautiful.

Remove all make up before bed: Foundation might be great during the day to cover up spots and skin unevenness but it sure doesn’t look as pretty on the pillow. There are several reasons to remove cosmetics before bed but the most important is because skin is made to breathe and foundation and powders clog up your pores. Pimples would just love to get their little puss filled hands on your skin but why give them the pleasure. Wash your face with a mild hypo allergenic facial wash and discover your true skin complexion before you enter dreamland. But don’t forget to pay special attention to your eyes.

SAVE FACE

When the temperature changes, we remember to buy suitable outerwear but often ignore the most important shell we have on our body: our skin. It gets overlooked and falls into the following season full of flakes from the previous 6 months. Stop ignoring the sjin you’re in and begin making the necessary adjustments in your lifestyle to bring back some of the softness you had as a baby.

1) An easy pill to swallow: If you’re missing vitamins in their most natural state, you might be the perfect candidate for supplements. We all know that eating well and drinking plenty of water will give us an overall better complexion but while you’re waiting for the good effects to kick in, Pycnogenol is said to prevent collagen breakdown, omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids can promote suppleness and Heliocare’s Tropical Fern extract may help to ward off sunburns. Speak to your doctor to see if these products are right for you and get glowing skin from the inside out.

2) Exfoliate your skin smooth: The next time you’re at a white sandy beach, don’t forget to leave with a portion of sand for at home use. Adding a small handful of grains to a mild body or facial wash, will scrub your body clean, remove any traces of chafing skin and leave you feeling silky smooth, figuratively and literally speaking. If you can’t get to the beach, at least go to the pharmacy where you’re sure to find sand based cleanser or scrubbing glove and say good bye to last seasons flakes forever. Well at least for awhile anyway!

3) Moisturize while you cleanse: Most people don’t concern themselves with the products they use to clean their body or face, but the reality is, many chemicals in soaps and cleansers are too harsh for the skin. If you pay special attention to what you wash your clothes with, how can you not be even more attentive to how you clean your bodily shell? The best cleansers will not strip your skin clean of their natural moisturizers and in fact, will add the extra benefit of moisturizing your skin while cleansing. A good example of a mild cleanser that doesn’t clog pores is St. Ives Swiss formula Olive cleanser. Try one like it today and see changes as early as tomorrow.

4) Walk instead of run: Speed walk that is. If you’re trying to get to point A to point B in a hurry or simply enjoy a good jog every now and again, you might want to consider your skin in about 10 – 15 years, or maybe less. If you constantly bounce up and down, the weight of your body on your feet causes everything above the ankles to jiggle. While this might not pose an obvious problem to the calves or thighs, it definitely poses one to your breasts and even face. With gravity already against us, our skin is prone to sagging. Speed up your walk and lessen the bounce. In 15 years, your skin will thank you for it.

5) Book an appointment today: For many people, dermatologists are often a last resort for skin fixes as over the counter products convince us we can get rid of facial lines and red blotches with one simple cream. Not so. Sometimes more serious measures are needed and only a trip to the skin doctor can clear things up, pun intended. In this day and age, brown spots caused from the sun and our natural ageing process can be lightened; fine lines and deeper wrinkles can be lessened; skin textures can be smoothened and complexions cleared. While it’s not always dire to get treated by a dermatologist, it certainly doesn’t hurt to get a professional opinion from one; after all you’ve got one skin. You might as well consider it priceless and treat it with the utmost respect!

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Hand Treatment

Hands are the most visible parts of you, but they also take a lot of abuse. You use them in everyday activity, and yet, they are the ultimate accessory. You must give them the same attention you give your face.

* Soften your hands even while you do the dishes. Add a little almond oil (about a teaspoon) to dishwater. The water will soften rought skin while the oil seals the moisture.

* Slough off dead skin cells with a solution made of sea salt lemon. Brush it into hands with an old toothbrush. Do this twice a week to soften hands and remove discoloration.

* Wash hands thoroughly with warm water, then, using a coarse washcloth, rub briskly. While skin is slightly damp, apply a mixture of one teaspoon honey and one teaspoon olive oil. Place hands in small plastic bags, then in a pair of cotton gloves for thirty minutes. The heat helps the treatment penetrate.

* Warm a cup of milk in the microwave for thirty seconds (or until warm, but comfortable to the touch). Soak your hands for five minutes to strengthen nails and hydrate skin. Not only is milk loaded with lactic acid, a natural alpha hydroxy acid that gently exfoliates dead skin, but its high calcium content will strengthen fragile nails.

Soft Full Younger Sexier Lips

Have you always wanted lips as sensual and sexy as Hollywood starlets' and famous supermodels'? If so, you may bputicisme frustrated by lip-enhancers that burn and then quickly fade. And you may not want to risk the time, money and pain of injections. Now you can get that perfect look your lips deserve without spending a fortune. Get voluptuous lips

Enhance. Repair. Renew.

First Impression is the first three-part system specially designed to enhance the look AND the health of your lips. Without stinging, pain or inconvenience.

This advanced formula naturally and safely stimulates the production of both collagen and Hyaluronic acid, which contribute to fuller, softer lips. Recently, fashion magazines and scientists alike have praised these lip-enhancing compounds for helping achieve full, kissable lips without the swelling and irritation of cheap lip enha

Have you always wanted lips as sensual and sexy as Hollywood starlets' and famous supermodels'? If so, you may be frustrated by lip-enhancers that burn and then quickly fade. And you may not want to risk the time, money and pain of injections. Now you can get that perfect look your lips deserve without spending a fortune. Get voluptuous lips

Enhance. Repair. Renew.

First Impression is the first three-part system specially designed to enhance the look AND the health of your lips. Without stinging, pain or inconvenience.

This advanced formula naturally and safely stimulates the production of both collagen and Hyaluronic acid, which contribute to fuller, softer lips. Recently, fashion magazines and scientists alike have praised these lip-enhancing compounds for helping achieve full, kissable lips without the swelling and irritation of cheap lip enhancers or expensive injections.





Have you always wanted lips as sensual and sexy as Hollywood starlets' and famous supermodels'? If so, you may be frustrated by lip-enhancers that burn and then quickly fade. And you may not want to risk the time, money and pain of injections. Now you can get that perfect look your lips deserve without spending a fortune. Get voluptuous lips

Enhance. Repair. Renew.

First Impression is the first three-part system specially designed to enhance the look AND the health of your lips. Without stinging, pain or inconvenience.

This advanced formula naturally and safely stimulates the production of both collagen and Hyaluronic acid, which contribute to fuller, softer lips. Recently, fashion magazines and scientists alike have praised these lip-enhancing compounds for helping achieve full, kissable lips without the swelling and irritation of cheap lip enhancers or expensive injections.

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Lip Plumper Tips

Do you sometimes think that you would kill for beautiful full lips? Sure, you could get Collagen implants, or tattooed outlines around your lip... But it�s a little bit excessive, I�m sure you�ll agree! There are other cheaper, and much more practical, ways of achieving a similar affect. Here�s how to get beautiful full lips in four easy steps...

Step one: Lip balm babe

Prepare your delicate lips with a generous slick of lip balm in advance. Nobody likes cracked and frayed lips! And in this cold winter weather its important to take more care than usual. (Cold weather will dry the moisture from your lips). Make sure that the lip balm has sunk a little before you go on to step two, otherwise your lip liner won�t work.

Step two: Line and define

Get a natural lip liner, and carefully draw around the very rim of your lips. If you get a wobbly line, don�t panic (and don�t think nobody will notice it)... just carefully remove it and start again! When you have a firm line fill in the rest of your lips with the same color.

Step three: Now add some shine!

Here comes the glamorous bit, the lip-gloss! Again, keep the color natural. Forget lipstick that�s too dark or too light. One thing you�ve gotta remember though, gloss looks better but doesn�t have the staying power of lippy. Make sure you keep it in your purse and re-apply during the day.

Step four: Plump them up

This is the �hard bit�. But actually it�s not! All you�ve got to do, (after you�ve completed steps one through three), is dot a white shimmery product like eye shadow or an eyebrow highlighter in the very center of your lips. Start slowly, and blend very carefully. What you are looking to achieve is natural looking shading, with your lip color being lighter where your mouth opens. This will create the illusion of beautiful full lips.

Oh, one last thing. Remember, people always want what they haven�t got, so don�t fret... just make the best of what you�ve got. And you know what they say; if you�ve got it, flaunt it!

So pucker up, and be sweet!

Natural Beauty

Visualization

You need to visualize the specific changes if you truly want to change your look. What will any improvements you make look like? See yourself with a streamlined body, healthier hair, clearer skin, majestic posture. These changes are realistic and attainable. Stay away from goals you'll never reach.
Don't compare yourself with someone you've seen on the TV or movie screen or on the cover of a magazine. Accept your uniqueness and capitalize on it.

Mirrors Boost Attitude

The quickest attitude adjustment is through reflection. Women who have low self esteem often avoid mirrors like the plague. However, mirrors can become a big ally.
Mirrors can tell you how you're progressing, in those little ways that may not be noticeable to the casual eye. It is the ultimate objective eye.

Do Everything Better

The way you use your beauty products will make all the difference in results.
For instance, try to duplicate what you see and feel your hair is shampooed at a salon. The product is always handled, never poured directly on hair.
Add a massage to your scalp when washing. While rinsing, lift your hair away from your scalp for about two minutes until it squeaks.

Discover The Virtues of Vanity

Confident women enjoy experimenting as a way of relieving stress and boost morale. Women who care about how they look are fascinating to watch, and teach us about taste and glamour. Vanity is a positive virtue, allowing us to fix our heads as well as our looks.

Look Pretty Amazing

Don't worry about looking pretty. Look pretty amazing show the world you care about yourself. Real beauty celebrates individuality. Rather than running around looking for beauty in pricey external products, discover within yourself. Make the most of what you have. You'll learn to like yourself and that will spark a light within.

Do One Thing For Yourself Everyday

Make yourself do it. It's the ultimate act of self-respect. Soak in the bubble bath or read an inspiring book. These little pleasures allow you to feel special. You can fake it if you, until you actually feel deserving of it. Whatever you choose, follow the action by writing down waht you did and how it made you feel. Make it your own "attitude file". Include stories, quotes from friends and photographs that have made you feel good about yourself.

Project Beauty

Feel good, feel pretty and that's just what the world will see. If you feel ugly, that's what the people will see. Try to look as good as you can. There are ways to live in beauty without being obsessive about it.

Find Supportive Friends

What people say, whether intentional or not, make us feel good or bad about ourselves. Look for people who make you feel good when you're down. This person will give you compliment. If you've done something different or if you're wearing something new, they will notice it. Keep this compliments and they will build your self esteem.

Listen To Your Inner Voice

Each of us has a voice inside our head that will give us advice. This is like a therapist. It will guide us in the right direction. It will calm us down, cheer us up and even help us figure out why we're overeating or not bothering to iron our clothes. The problem is that we often don't take time we need to hear this important information. Schedule some quiet time in a leisurely bath or walk, or even while putting on your makeup. Treat this intuition as an inner cheering section.

Take A Break

At least twice a day, set aside five minutes to recheck your make-up, hair, posture and clothing. No matter how impeccably you started out your day, a touch is both necessary and warranted. Take some deep breaths to renew and restore your appearance.

Acne Problems

Acne is a term that�s used to describe whiteheads, blackheads, and pimples. (You may well recognize slang terms like spots, or zits). Most teenagers get the type of acne called acne vulgaris, which can show up on the face, neck, shoulders, back, and chest. Skin pores contain oil glands which naturally lubricate your skin and hair. But sometimes if a pore gets clogged beneath the skin with excess oil and bacteria, the dreaded acne is caused...

Whiteheads happen when a pore gets clogged, closes, and then bulges out. If a pore gets clogged but stays open, the top may darken and you've got a blackhead. A pimple happens when dead skin and bacteria work their way under live skin. This leads to a small infection that makes your skin look red. Get glowing!

What Causes Acne?

Although everyone is different, acne is usually caused by the build up of oil and dead skin in a pore. This build up of oil and dead skin is caused because of:

Natural hormones. These are particularly active in your teens.
Plugged skin. Lots of skin cells can close the oil glands or pores, creating blackheads or whiteheads, (as mentioned earlier).
Bacteria. Bacteria can easily infect oil glands and pores and grow very quickly.
Family background. If you have acne, your kids are more likely to have it too.
How To Reduce An Acne Problem

You shouldn�t squeeze, pick, scratch, or rub your skin as it makes the problem worse, and it might even cause scarring.
Regularly shampoo your hair, and try to keep it off your face if possible - especially at night.
Keep a food diary to work out if you are one of the few people whose acne gets worse if they eat certain things.
Exercise regularly to get the old blood flowing, and make sure you get a wash as soon after as possible.
Avoid unnecessarily touching your face.
If possible, try to minimize your stress levels.
Avoid getting sunburned.
Change your wash cloth every day, as bacteria can grow on damp cloth.
Wash your face twice a day with a gentle soap like Dove or Lever 2000.
Always rinse really well with lots of water.
Only wear makeup on special occasions, and then make sure you remove it completely.
Granular facial scrub can make acne worse by aggravating the skin.

Medication For Extreme Cases

Oral antibiotics
Oral antibiotics have a high success rate, and can be safely used for up to a year. It can take up to six months to fully take effect, but there should be a noticeable difference within six weeks. Oral Antibiotics include erythromycin, minocycline and tetracycline

Antibacterial cream
Benzoyl peroxide kills the bacteria which causes inflammation. It is available over the counter in 2.5%, 5% and 10% creams and lotions. It is available in gels in the same percentages but only by prescription. Clinically, there�s not much difference between the effectiveness of the various strengths and types used.
NOTE: Unfortunately, there can be some �side effects� of the use of Benzyol peroxide, including hypersensitivity, irritation, and contact dermatitis (although these are very rare). Remember to always keep Benzoyl peroxide away from clothing as it has a bleaching effect.

Hair Perfume

Make Your Own Hair Perfume
By Beverly Smith

It is pleasant to perfume the hair after washing it when the hair is half dry. The following ingredients are required to make this fragrant perfume.

6 tablespoons powdered charcoal
5 tablespoons powders myrrh
1 tablespoon powdered benzoin
1 tablespoon potassium nitrate
2-3 drops oil of bergamot
2-3 drops of sandalwood
mucilage of tragacanth
Mix the powders together and sieve, and then add the oils. Add the potassium nitrate, and then sufficient mucilage of tragacanth to make a stiff paste.

Heat the mixture over a water bath and then make into little cones and dry. Just light one of the cones and let the smoke go into the damp hair.
The smell is highly aromatic and exotic.

Beauty Glossary

Beeswax: One of the oldest ingredients in cosmetic preparations, traditionally used as an emulsifier.

Benzoyl Peroxide: An antibacterial ingredient commonly used in acne treatments.

Bergamot: This is an antiseptic and bacterial growth-inhibitor known for its toning, antiseptic and deodorizing qualities.

Beta carotene: Orange colored plant pigments, used in the manufacture of vitamin A.

Beta hydroxy: An exfoliating agent with a smaller molecule size than the alpha hydroxy.

Beta-glucan: A new ingredient derived from yeast, reported to enhance the skin natural defense mechanisms.

Bioflavonoid: Plant derivative with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Usually derived from citrus fruit rinds.

Biotin: Part of vitamin B complex. Involved in the metabolism of fats, carbohydrates and proteins.

Blackheads: A term used to describe the skin's pores clogged by natural oils and impurities.

Botanical: Refers to products derived from plants.

Botox: Trade name for botulinum toxin. Used in tiny amounts, it can temporarily paralyze a muscle and reduce or eliminate wrinkles or frown lines without harm.

Bronzers: A synthetic preparation that causes the skin to darken or appeared tanned.

Buffer: A pH balanced cleansing solution that improves the look and feel of the skin leaving it shiny and more supple.

Burdock: A root extract with antibacterial properties. May also reduce inflammations such as rashes, redness, acne, eczema.


Butcher's Broom: Botanical extract used to improve circulation and reduce facial redness. Also believed to have anti-cellulite effects.

Nail Designs

There�s never been a better time to renew and revamp your image. For a fun, flirty and attractive look that takes only a few moments to an hour to achieve, make a conscious effort to keep your nails in tip-top shape with new nail designs this season.

SHORT AND METALLIC

Metallics are all the rage this year, and spring is a great season to sport a trendy new look. For the best impact, keep your nails trimmed relatively short and show off a splashy metallic look. Silvers, greens, blues, blacks � anything sparkly goes.

Greens are especially hot this year, so apply a pretty green hue to get in on the latest color craze. Take an extra step toward creativity and find a color that matches your car�s shiny coat!

FRENCH MANICURE

For a lovely feminine look, consider a French manicure. Beautiful pale pink nails with emphasized white tips accentuate your fingertips and complement any outfit, swimsuit or occasion. For a flawless manicure, head over to the salon and get your nails done, either naturally or with acrylics.

If you find yourself to be a little bit handy with nail polish or crafty in general, stop at your local drugstore or beauty shop and look for a French manicure kit. Many kits include little sticky strips to help you section off which parts of your nails will receive the white tips and white parts will remain pink. French manicures are still in style and many men find them sexy. Why not go for the girlie look?

PRETTY AND PASTEL NAIL ART

It�s likely that pastel colors will never go out of style. Find a shimmery lilac or lavender, a dainty pink, peach or rose, or try other pale pastel shades.

For an extra creative touch, apply an iridescent, glossy, pearly or glittery topcoat. Or, for a modern twist, introduce a delicate white on your tips and enjoy a unique new French manicure.

TRADITIONAL NAIL DESIGN

For a no-fail look no matter what your personal style or wardrobe options, consider a standby pink or red. Softer pinks and reds seem to be making a strong appearance on nails, blending nicely with all skin tones, nail shapes and clothing color choices.

Reds and pinks tend to be classics in the world of lips and fingertips, so even if you can�t find a trendy look for your nails, you can stay in style with a tried-and-true color scheme. To get a little daring, gradually tone down your colors until you are moving from fire engine red and lollypop pink to paler shades of carnation, brick and maybe even peach!

If you can�t settle on a particular color, pattern or style for your nails, take a trip to the store and browse the shelves for ideas. You may spot a must-have color or an adorable set of adornments and decals. Get a little wild, a little crazy and a little unique this season. Don�t be afraid to express yourself and remember that healthy nails are important!

How to Thin Your Hair

people long for thick hair. But, sometimes, it is challenging to deal with thick hair. Often, it is frustrating to manage the thick hair and give a desired twist to your hair style. They tend to poof out while making a style or grow wide. Again they can’t create a smooth and silky look for your hair dos. On the other hand thin wavy hair can get you numerous contemporary hair make ups. If you are only concerned about how to thin your hair, think again. You should primarily learn to make your hair appear thin and at the same time keeping them healthy.

Dry hair tends to swell and appear thick. Besides, you will get brittle hair if your hair is dry for a longer period of time. Hence, try to keep your hair hydrated. Make sure you condition your hair every time you wash. Alternatively, you can use shampoo that is meant for repairing the dry and damaged hair. Some shampoo and conditioners are available in the market that will make your hair appear 50% thinner.
The appearance of your hair is dependent on the way you cut your hair. The frenzy cuts can give your hair

fashion trends

Written by Daniel P Dykes When we first started collating the fashion trends of spring / summer 201
'70S GLAMOUR UST AS THE '50S AND '60S ARE BACK, SO TOO ARE PARTICULAR ELEMENTS OF THE '70S. THERE ARE TWO MAIN AESTHETICS: '70S BOHEMIAN, AND '70S SOPHISTICATED GLAMOUR. WHEN IT COMES TO THE LATTER, THINK DRESSES THAT FALL LIKE SHIMMERING WATER IN THE EVENING AND HIGH-WAIST PANTS WITH ELEGANT BLOUSES BY

bike fashion Biker clothing

s of spring 2011 the military fashion trend will have been with us for over a decade. And for that decade it's been great, we've loved it, but 10 years later we have to admit: spring 2011 is the time to move on. The question is: what do we move on to? The answer: the trend that's been living in its shadow, waiting for its moment of glory. And for spring / summer 2011 it's going to get just that because here comes the biker trend.

jacket Punk fashion

Another of the thematic trends for spring / summer 2011, punk carries on from last year to become less of a full blown trend and more one of influence - you'll see its elements impact upon a number of other spring 2011 trends. Which can be a danger: punk fashion is one trend you can't afford to get wrong. Read our guide to punk fashion for spring / summer 2011 to find out what it entails, what elements you should wear, and the looks you should avoid.

60s ladylike

The silhouettes of the 1950s and 1960s make a strong return, with shapes that accentuate curves and foster femininity. A hip-hugging sheath dress with a below-the-knee hem is the ultimate in hourglass dressing, while the full circle skirt and dress remain at the core of the trend. For Spring 2011 introduce fresh colours, prints and light summery fabrics. Click to read about the '60s dress trend.

Wide leg pants

By now the general experiment with cuts of pants and jeans that aren't skinny should be evident: women's pant trends in spring 2011 are defined by this experimentation with everyone keen to see options for women that simply aren't skinny. Hence alongside the flares are wide leg pants and jeans. What is the difference between the two, and how should they be styled in 2011? Follow the link to find out.

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news in lace for Spring

Where's the news in lace for Spring, you ask? In its sheer diversity. Dolce & Gabbana dug through a bride's trousseau for some needlepoint inspiration, and there was likewise a lot of romance in Ralph Lauren's return to the Old West. On the flip side, Christopher Kane balanced his feminine silhouettes with in-your-face, neon colors. And Balenciaga's shirts—a mash-up of sequins and mismatched, plasticized lace—channeled street punks.

Mid-calf? Huh

To-the-knee? Sure. Ankle-length? OK. Mid-calf? Huh? Better get used to it—it's time to invest in a new hemline. With the return of ladylike dressing, three-quarter-length skirts are on the rise everywhere from Calvin Klein Collection and Narciso Rodriguez to Rodarte and Roland Mouret. Versus and Prabal Gurung showed them second-skin tight, but Hannah MacGibbon gave Chloé's a lift with pleats, sheer fabrics, and easy-on-the-feet ballet flats.

The Yves Standard

The seventies ruled the Spring runways—the Yves Saint Laurent seventies, to be exact. "YSL, you know, my usual fave," Marc Jacobs said backstage, name-checking the inspiration for his gleeful, glam ode to the decade. With last year's hugely successful Saint Laurent retrospective at Paris' Musée des Beaux-Arts, Jacobs wasn't the only one riffing on peasant blouses, safari jackets, vibrant colors, and other elements of the master's oeuvre. See Gucci, Emilio Pucci, and, mais bien sûr, Stefano Pilati's own tribute to the house that Yves built.

We Wear the Pants

Printed sheaths not for you? Wouldn't be seen dead in a midi? Don't worry, tailored trousers were also a focus this season. At Derek Lam, a high waist and relaxed leg were in step with the seventies trend, while at Michael Kors, it was all about borrowing from the boys. And for those of you who can't make up your minds, the dress-over-pants look seen at Richard Chai Love promises to remain a big trend through Fall.

Bright Sparks

The red carpet at the 17th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards looked a lot like the Spring runways. There were plenty of bright prints and even more electric color. You couldn't take your eyes off newcomers Hailee Steinfeld and Jennifer Lawrence in stripey Prada and fuchsia Oscar de la Renta, respectively. Mila Kunis selected a flame-print strapless Alexander McQueen that instantly erased the memory of the too-old-for-her Vera Wang she wore to the Golden Globes. Claire Danes, meanwhile, opted against the minimalism of the backless number she donned for that ceremony. Instead, she chose a Louis Vuitton strapless print dress festooned with silk flowers and black pearls that apparently took the house's Paris atelier 100 hours to make. And thank goodness for all that eye candy. SAG members' tastes bear a striking resemblance to those of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association—most of tonight's winners had already enjoyed their moments in the spotlight at the Globes.

Other dresses were of a more recent extraction than the Spring 2011 collections: January Jones' Carolina Herrera and Nicole Kidman's Nina Ricci were two of our favorites from pre-fall: floor-length, body-skimming, gorgeous. As for the even more recent haute couture shows, it looks like Hollywood is waiting for the Oscars on February 27 to pull out the big guns. Or so we can dream. We saw plenty of possibilities for Best Actress shoo-in Natalie Portman (who glowed in strapless Azzaro tonight) at John Galliano's Dior show in Paris last week

Do You See His Influence

It’s been a golden year for David Bowie references on the runways. Dries Van Noten and Lanvin’s Lucas Ossendrijver channeled DB’s Thin White Duke persona at the Fall 2011 men’s shows, as did Richard Nicoll at his Spring women’s presentation back in September. And the pop star’s 1983 flick, Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence, proved inspirational to Roland Mouret’s latest Mr. collection. But a stroll through the Style.com archives indicates that it was always thus, and it’s not just his satin jumpsuits, sharp-shouldered jackets, and jaunty hats that have influenced men’s and women’s fashion. If you look closely, you’ll notice he was rocking the no-eyebrow look way back in 1973.

Warhol's Superstars

"Everything has its beauty," Andy Warhol once said. "But not everyone sees it." At the height of the sixties, the artist made hundreds of films starring a coterie of socialites, models, teenage ex-cons, transvestites, and street urchins. He called them his Superstars, and while they didn't always conform to Hollywood's definition of pretty, all of them were fabulous—a virtual requirement for making it through the door at the Factory. There were the mascara-loving It girls Nico and Edie Sedgwick, the glamorously aristocratic and voluminously blonde "Baby" Jane Holzer, and the tragic Ingrid Superstar, whose real name, life pre-Warhol, and unexplained disappearance are still shrouded in mystery. And don't forget Ultra Violet and Viva, the latter of whom was on the phone with Warhol when he was shot by Valerie Solanas.