Celeb Look: Come Hither

Victoria Beckham looked fierce at Range Rover's 40th Anniversary party in London. She swept her dark hair into a messy, textured updo but kept face-framing tendrils out. This put the spotlight on her glowing skin, perfectly blushed cheeks, and intense eyeliner. A light peach glossy lip complemented the peachy tone of her skin and was subtle enough not to compete with her eye makup. In a word, genius! The plus side is that you don't need a 100% steady hand to replicate this look. Don't sweat recreating this with my advice.

Get Victoria's look:
1. Start with your eyes. Apply an eyeshadow base: use primer if you have it, but a thin layer of concealer can work if you don't have any.
2. You'll need to break out a kohl black liner. Line your waterline, but be careful not to poke your eye. It's okay if your line isn't perfectly straight or varies in thickness.
3. Take an angled eyeliner brush and dip it in a charcoal shadow. Use this brush to go over the lines you just made, blending and smudging it outward.
4. Line your upper lashline, thickening as you go toward the outer corners of your eyes.
5. Do the same thing in step #3. Blend, blend, smudge, smudge. Use the brush to connect the lower lashline liner to that on the upper.
6. Dab a regular eyeshadow brush in a neutral taupe and blot your entire eyelid.
7. Apply copious amounts of mascara, but stop before they clump. After the mascara has dried, curl your lashes.
8. Clean up any shadow fallout before doing your base. Apply a teeny bit of a liquid highlighter to your foundation for a Beckham-worthy glow.
9. Apply a matte peach blush to the apples of your cheeks. Then swipe bronzer where the sun will hit you naturally: an arc under the cheekbones, a light dusting on the forehead and bridge of your nose.
10. Dab a regular eyeshadow brush in a vanilla eyeshadow. Use it on the inner corners, underneath the browbone, and on the top of your cheekbones.
11. Finish up the look with a matte peach lipstick. Top with a bit of a clear gloss for extra shine and fullness.

Products to Try:
1. Maybelline Define-A-Line Eyeliner in Soft Black, $5 at Target
2. Urban Decay Eyeshadow in Oil Slick, $19 at Sephora
3. Revlon Matte Powder Blush in Perfectly Peach, $10 at CVS
4. Benefit Cosmetics High Beam, $24 at Sephora
5. Revlon Colorburst Lipstick in Peach, $6 at Target

xx Chloe

Chloe's Favorites, Part 1

All of these finds you can get at your local drugstore. The only exception is my daytime gloss, which you can find at Bath & Body Works. I don't know about you, but my beauty addiction is not going to bankrupt me.

Eyeliner
Daytime: Maybelline Unstoppable Eyeliner in Sapphire
Nighttime: Jordana Fabuliner Liquid Liner in Black
Chloe's Tips: The dark cobalt liner is great if you're on a rush in the morning and didn't get a wink of sleep since the blue makes the white of your eyes whiter (and presto! you look less tired). My go-to nighttime look is winged liquid liner. I *rarely* line my lower lashline with dark shades since it makes my eyes look smaller, so keep these on your upper lashline only for best results.

Eyeshadow
Daytime: Maybelline Expert Wear Shadow Quad in Mocha Motion
Nighttime: Maybelline Expert Wear Single Shadow in Amethyst
Chloe's Tips: With a quad, you can really vary your looks from day to day. If you have time in the morning you can contour. For going out, I use a shadow brush to dust my lids and then build color in the crease. The purple makes my hazel eyes greener, which is a bonus!

Mascara
Daytime: L'Oreal Voluminous Mascara in Carbon Black
Nighttime: New York Color Waterproof Mascara in Jet Black
Chloe's Tips: I curl my lashes for 10 seconds before feathering on my daytime mascara. I rotate the brush so I coat every lash. I'll layer waterproof mascara over it and do the same thing until my lashes are thick, black, and hold the curl.

Lipstick
Daytime: Rimmel Lasting Finish Lipstick in Heavenly
Nighttime: Rimmel Lasting Finish Lipstick in Ballistic
Chloe's Tips: Layer the two lipsticks together for a sultry cool-toned red lipstick that's a touch off of wine. For an extra long lasting pout, line and fill in your lips with Rimmel Exaggerate Automatic Lipliner in Eastend Snob (a creamy, neutral pink).

Lipgloss
Daytime: Liplicious Lipgloss in Grapefruit
Nighttime: Cover Girl Amazemint Lipgloss in Unwined
Chloe's Tips: A sparkly neutral pink looks fresh and not overdone for day, and the shine makes my lips look plumper. I like to go sultry at night, so a minty wine color that leaves my lips sleek and colorful is my trusty look. Either way, I like my lips to smell nice.

xx Chloe

Tee Hee Hee

I'll admit it: I've sometimes just bought some cosmetics if it has a funny/interesting/naughty name. There has to be a reason why NARS' best selling product is called "Orgasm"! Am I right? Here are some products that have made me giggle or raise an eyebrow or two.

Nail Polish
1. O.P.I. Nail Lacquer in I'm Not Really a Waitress, $8 at Drugstore.com
2. Essie Nail Polish in Pillow Talk, $8 at Essie
3. Essie Nail Polish in After Sex, $6 at Discount Beauty Center
4. Lippmann Collection Nail Lacquer in Makin' Whoopee, $16 at Neiman Marcus
5. ULTA Professional Nail Lacquer in Last Fling, Before Ring, $8 at Ulta

Eyeliner
1. Too Faced Starry-Eyed Liquid Eyeliner in Drunk Dial, $18 at Sephora
2. Kat Von D Autograph Pencil in Eyegasm, $18 at Sephora
3. Kat Von D Tattoo Liner in Lapdance, $18 at Sephora
4. Too Faced Metal Eyed Liquid Shimmer Eyeliner in Get Lucky, $18 at Sephora
5. The Balm Pick-Up Liners II in Ladies Man, Lover Boy, and Sugar Daddy, $19 at Sephora

Eye Shadow
1. Too Faced Cosmetics Eyeshadow Duo in Boy Toy, $17 at Sephora
2. Urban Decay Eyeshadow in S&M, $17 at Urban Decay
3. NARS Eye Shadow Duo in Rated R, $32 at Nordstrom
4. MAC Eye Shadow in Romp, $15 at MAC
5. Illamasqua Powder Eye Shadow in Moan, $20 at Sephora

Lip Color
1. MAC Cremesheen Lipstick in Lickable, $14 at MAC
2. Soap & Glory Sexy Mother Pucker Lip Gloss in Nude, $10 at Target
3. Plump Your Pucker Lip Gloss in Bing My Cherry, $15 at Drugsore.com
4. Benefit Silky-Finish Lipstick in Nice Knickers, $18 at Sephora
5. NARS Lipstick in Fire Down Below, $24 at Nordstrom

Blush
1. NARS Blush in Deep Throat, $26 at Sephora
2. Urban Decay Afterglow Blush in Quickie, $17 at Ulta
3. Too Faced Brigtening Blush in Papa Don't Preach, $20 at Ulta
4. Flirt! Peek-A-Blush in Urge, $12 at Kohl's
5. TheBalm Down Boy, $21 at Sephora

Do you have a guilty pleasure beauty product?

xx Chloe

June is National Rose Month

I don't know if you knew this, but the rose is the national floral emblem of the United States. For some reason, that romantic flower gets its own month too. Roses are widely held to be symbols of passion and love, but the meaning depends on the hue of the flower in question. In one Arabic legend of the rose, it was said that roses were originally white. A nightengale met one of the white roses and fell in love, and he was inspired to sing (whereas before his type of bird only croaked and chirped). Eventually his love was such that he pressed his little feathery body into the flower, but the thorns pierced his heart and colored the rose forever red. I think that story is quite poignant. On a different note, I've found some fun products that will help you enjoy roses to their fullest!

Beauty Products
1. Rosebud Perfume Co. Rosebud Salve, $6 at Sephora
2. Aromatherapy Classics Stress Relief Body Wash in Sandalwood Rose, $13 at Bath & Body Works
3. Moroccan Rose Body Mist, $13 at The Body Shop
4. Milani Lip Color in Rose Hip, $4 at Drugstore.com
5. L'Oreal Infallible Plumping Lipgloss in Plumped Rose, $10 at Walgreens

Clothes
1. Floral Pearl Trim Cardigan in Cream/Rose, $28 at Forever21
2. Rose Print Dress, $27 at Wet Seal
3. Falling Roses Dress in Black, $39 at Forever21
4. Sequin Roses Embellished Graphic Tee in True White, $20 at Express

Shoes and Accessories
1. Floral T-strap Sandals in Pink Rose, $30 at GAP
2. Sterling Silver Rose Ring, $40 at Target
3. Pink Satin Double Rose Clutch, $45 at White House|Black Market
4. Fuschia Seude Open Toe Rose T-strap Dress Sandal Heel, $31 at Ami Clubwear

xx Chloe

Award-Winning Favorites

I've compiled some reader favorites from the following magazines: Cosmopolitan (American and British editions), Allure, Glamour, Self, and Teen Vogue. Next time you're out shopping for an essential, try picking up one of these babies.

HAIR
Shampoo
1. Redken All Soft Shampoo, $12 at Walgreens
2. John Frieda Brilliant Brunette Shine Release Shampoo, $6 at Walmart
3. Herbal Essences Body Envy Volumizing Shampoo, $5 at Walmart
4. Pantene Pro-V Nature Fusion Shampoo, $7 at Walgreens
5. Pantene Pro-V Ice Shine Shampoo, $5 at CVS

Conditioner
1. Pantene Pro-V Always Smooth Conditioner, $10 at Walmart
2. Garnier Fructis Shine Burst Fortifying Cream Conditioner, $7 at Amazon
3. Pantene Pro-V Beautiful Lengths Conditioner, $5 at Overstock Drugstore
4. Matrix Sleek.look Smoothing Conditioner, $17 at Drugstore.com
5. Herbal Essences Long Term Relationship Conditioner, $5 at Walmart

 
Hair Spray
1. Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Anti-Humidity Hairspray, $4 at CVS
2. Tresemme 24-Hour Body Finishing Spray, $5 at Walgreens
3. Umberto Beverly Hills Regular Hold Hairspray, $9 for 2 at Target
4. L'Oreal Professionnel Texture Expert Infinium 4 Extreme Hold Finishing Spray, $24 at Amazon
5. Garnier Fructis Style Full Control Hair Spray, $4 at CVS

LIPS
Lipstick
1. MAC Matte Lipstick in Russian Red, $14 at MAC
2. MAC Lustre Lipstick in Lustering, $14 at MAC
3. L'Oreal Paris Colour Riche in Mica, $9 at Walgreens
4. Cover Girl Queen Collection Shine Lipstick in Shiny Cinnamon, $7 at Walgreens
5. Dior Addict Lipcolor in Decadent Plum, $26 at Neiman Marcus

 
Lip Gloss
1. CoverGirl WetSlicks Fruit Spritzers in Guava, $5 at Drugstore.com
2. Lancome Juicy Tubes Smoothie in Cherry Burst, $18 at Nordstrom
3. YSL Gloss Volupte Sheer Sensual Gloss Stick in Frozen Cherry, $30 at Nordstrom
4. Victoria's Secret Beauty Rush Lip Gloss in Strawberry Fizz, 2/$12 at Victoria's Secret
5. L'Oréal Paris Infallible Never Fail Lipgloss in Sangria, $10 at Drugstore.com

EYES
Eyeliner
1. Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Zero, $17 at Sephora
2. MAC Eye Kohl in Smolder, $15 at MAC
3. MAC Eye Kohl in Teddy, $15 at MAC
4. Revlon ColorStay Eyeliner in Black, $9 for 2 at Walmart
5. Bobbi Brown Gel Eyeliner in Black Ink, $21 at Nordstrom

Mascara
1. Maybelline New York Great Lash Mascara in Very Black, $5 at Walgreens
2. Dior Diorshow Black Out Mascara in Kohl Black, $24 at Sephora
3. Cover Girl LashBlast in Black, $7 at Walmart
4. Chanel Inimitable Waterproof Mascara in Black, $30 at Saks Fifth Avenue
5. Maybelline Colossal Volum' Express in Glam Black, $6 at Target

Eye Shadow
1. MAC Eye Shadow in Shroom, $15 at MAC
2. Chanel Ombre Essentialle Soft Touch Eyeshadow in Cinnamon, $29 at Nordstrom
3. Urban Decay Eye Shadow in Midnight Cowboy, $17 at Sephora
4. Revlon 12-Hour ColorStay Eyeshadow Quad in Coffee Bean, $5 at Target
5. Nars Cream Eyeshadow in Lili Marlene, $22 at Saks Fifth Avenue

FACE
Blush
1. Cover Girl Cheekers Blush in Natural Twinkle, $4 at Drugstore.com
2. NARS Blush in Orgasm, $26 at Sephora
3. Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse in Soft Plum, $6 at Target
4. CoverGirl Cheekers Blush in Plumberry Glow, $4 at Drugstore.com
5. NARS The Multiple in Portofino, $38 at Sephora

NAILS
Nail polish
1. Essie Nail Polish in Naked Truth, $5 at Beauty Basic Supply
2. OPI Nail Lacquer in Lincoln After Dark, $7 at Discount Beauty Center
3. CND Nail Polish in Raspberry, $8 at Amazon
4. OPI Nail Lacquer in Russian Navy, $5 at Amazon
5. Sally Hansen No Chip 10 Day Nail Color in Infinite Natural, $2 at Ebay

If you have any time, I'd love for you to list your favorites. Eventually I hope to do a post on the favorites of all the To-The-Niners. I'll probably do an in-depth post on all of my favorite hair, body, face, and makeup products shortly!

xx Chloe

Celebrity Lipstick Favorites

Kate Winslet: Lancome Color Fever Lipstick in Rose Defile, $25 at Nordstrom

Zoey Deschanel: Stila Lip Rouge in Smooch, $20 at Stila Cosmetics

Katy Perry: MAC Amplified Lipstick in Girl About Town, $10 at Amazon

Karolina Kurkova: VS Very Sexy Perfect Lipstick in Whisper, $12 at Victoria's Secret 

Salma Hayek: NARS Lipstick in Gipsy, $24 at Sephora

Jennifer Garner: Neutrogena MoistureShine Lipstick in Think Pink, $10 at CVS

Kristin Cavallari: MAC Satin Lipstick in Myth, $14 at MAC

Gwen Stefani: MAC Matte Lipstick in Ruby Woo, $14 at MAC

Gwyneth Paltrow: Bobbi Brown Creamy Lip Colour in Italian Rose, $22 at Nordstrom

Charlize Theron: Dior Addict High Shine Lip Color in Nude Silhouette, $26 at Sephora

Kim Kardashian: NARS Lipstick in Belle De Jour, $24 at Sephora

Angelina Jolie: Urban Apothecary Kiss & Tell Lipstick in Charmed, $18 at Urban Apothecary 

Lady Gaga: MAC Lipstick in Viva Glam Gaga, $14 at Nordstrom

Cameron Diaz: Bobbi Brown Lip Color in Pale Pink, $22 at Nordstrom

Christina Aguilera: MAC Matte Lipstick in Lady Danger, $14 at MAC

Scarlett Johansson: Dolce & Gabbana Classic Cream Lipstick in Dahlia, $30 at Saks Fifth Avenue

Elizabeth Hurley: Estee Lauder Pure Color Crystal Lipstick in Elizabeth Pink, $22 at Nordstrom

Whitney Port: NYX Black Label Lipstick in Opium, $7 at Brighton Beauty Supply 

Lauren Conrad: Mark Dew Drenched Lip Color in Juicy, $6 at Mark

Julia Roberts: Lancome L'Absolu Rouge Lipcolor in Coquette, $29 at Saks Fifth Avenue

Elle MacPherson: Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey, $14 at Sephora

Claudia Schiffer: Revlon Super Lustrous Creme Lipstick in Toast of New York, $6 at Walmart

Meg Ryan: Bobbi Brown Lip Color in Brown, $22 at Macy's

Heather Locklear: Bobbi Brown Lip Color in Beige, $22 at Macy's

Neve Campbell: MAC Satin Lipstick in Mocha, $14 at MAC

Melissa Joan Hart: MAC Glaze Lipstick in Pervette, $14 at MAC

Alyssa Milano: NARS Lipstick in Hot Voodoo, $24 at Sephora

Madonna: MAC Matte Lipstick in Russian Red, $14 at MAC

It seems that stars favor neutral shades and their brand of choice is MAC. Of course, NARS and Bobbi Brown lipsticks seemed to be close seconds. While the overwhelming majority were nudes, browns, and light pinks there were some ultra bold reds thrown in the mix as well. Have you tried any of these shades?

xx Chloe

Eyeshadow Porn

Excuse the odd title, but I just had to share this with you! I've been browsing for some daring, out-of-the-box eye makeup looks to try. None of these are for wallflowers. If you're stuck in a rut, check out these pictures for some inspiration.

While this may only be acceptable at a rave, you really have to admire the artistic use of color. I especially love the turquoise shadow lining the lower lashline.

Lordy, that's blue! I love how it fades from neon aqua to a deep and mysterious indigo. I spy blue mascara on the lower lashes!

The shimmery fuschia transitions to a muted teal, which is ultra-fresh. Only the waterline is lined with black eyeliner, then complimented with some bright navy shadow. I think this look is insanely cool, but not for the faint of heart.

The canary yellow is reminiscent of Beyonce's look in the music video for "Telephone"! I like how the shadow is extended to meet the shape of the liner, but I think black liquid liner would look sharper than the kohl that was used in this photo.

Red eyeshadow is officially on my wishlist. I like the nontraditional hot pink all-the-way-around-the-eye liner, and the shimmery orange that fades into the red. Would you rock this during the daytime? I would, provided what I was wearing didn't clash.

Have you ever heard of an olive smoky eye? Me neither, but damn it looks good! I bet gals with hazel or gold eyes would look especially hot with this.

I've seen leopard print nails, but have never seen the pattern replicated with kohl liner! If you take away the spots, this look is high-glam and wearable.

Surprisingly, periwinkle shadows are super wearable. While I never wear this much, blending some shimmery pastel blues and purples gets a super sweet, girly look.

The ice blue liner really sets off the orange pigments in the red shadow. Gorgeous!

You can't go wrong with silver-to-purple gradient shadows.

All images are from http://makeupeyeshadows.com/. If anyone has a particular favorite, I'd be happy to post a tutorial and find some products that can achieve it.

xx Chloe

Ecofriendly Finds: A Green Summer

Beauty Products to Try:
1. Alba TerraGloss in Garnet, $6 at AlbaBotanica.com
This gloss is free of artificial colors, mineral oil, petrolatum, parabens, or phthalates. The formula has Vitamin E, shea butter, and beeswax for perfectly glossy lips. It's available in five other deletable colors, so you're bound to find one in your signature shade.
2. Organix Invigorating Cherry Blossom Shampoo, $7 at CVS
The yummy-smelling formula is free of sulfates and parabens and is safe for all hair types, including color-treated hair. The bottles are ecofriendly and manufactured from post-consumer resin. The compostable label film is made of corn, and only environmentally friendly ink is used. It promises to add volume at the root while nourishing your hair with rice milk and bamboo extract.
3. Yes to Carrots Hydrating Body Lotion with SPF 30, $14 at Walgreens
This lotion is 97.4% natural and free of petroleum and parabens (cruelty-free as well). This formula will keep you safe in the sun since it provides sun protection while hydrating with organic carrots, aloe, and Dead Sea minerals.
4. NVEY ECO Organic Eye Shadow in 166, $24 at Sephora
This is an organic eyeshadow that's talc-free and rich in color due to the combination of corn silk and jojoba oil. Chamomile and vitamins A, C, and E make the formula excellent for those with dry and/or sensitive skin. There are no parabans, sulfates, synthetic dyes or fragrances, petro-chemicals, or phtalates. There are lots of great shimmery colors to choose from: grey, brown, olive, taupe, pinky peach, copper, and marigold. Matte versions are available in pale turquoise and lavender.
5. Kiss My Face Obsessively Organic Conditioner in Green Tea & Lime,$9 at Kmart
This cruelty-free conditioner is perfect to use everyday due to the organic botanicals and essential oils which improve manageability and diminish tangles and split ends. Plus it's like aromatherapy in your shower!
6. Physicians Formula Organic Wear 100% Natural Origin Eyeliner in Black Night Organics, $7 at Discount Beauty Center
This eyeliner is free of synthetics, parabens and harsh chemicals while being cruelty-free. It's also safe for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers. The pencil is made with natural wood, and the formula itself is 37% organic.

Clothes and Accessories to Try:
1. Organic Baby Rib Cross-Back Summer Dress in Ultraviolet, $39 at American Apparel
A fun and flattering sundress made with 100% organic baby rib cotton. The back is super flirty!
2. Simple Shoes Satire Leopard Sneaker in Hot Pink Leopard, $50 at Simple Shoes
These comfy and fierce sneaks are made with certified organic cotton, recycled car tires, and recylced plastic bottles. You may have to retire your Chucks in favor of these ecofriendly kicks.
3. Betmar Organic Cotton Eyelet Beret in Twilight Blue, $20 at Delmonico Hatter
You'll feel good (and cute!) about wearing this boho chic find since it's made with 100% organic cotton.
4. Sexy Short Skirt/Top Duo in Mushroom, $49 at Green Earth Bamboo
This multitasking miracle is made from super soft bamboo viscose. The waist folds over for extra versatility.
5. Recycled Thai Fabric Hand Bag, $38 at EarthLover
This colorful handbag is one-of-a-kind! Since it's made with recycled Thai fabric, each bag is slightly unique. The bag is handmade and roomy enough for all of your stuff.
6. Roll Edge Pure Pima Organic Scarf in Sunkist Coral, $10 at Fair Indigo
This cheap and 100% organic cotton scarf is machine-washable. I think you'll get lots of mileage out of it, especially in the freshly pretty pinkish color.

xx Chloe

Celeb Look: Matte Fuschia Lips

Rihanna's known for her edgy 80's inspired style, and when you have such gorgeous features why the hell not play them up? If you fancy your lips as your best facial feature, this look is definitely for you. This is not one for shy wallflowers. If you try this, I'm sure you'll stand out at the club.

One of the reasons why Rihanna can pull this off is because her face is flawless. That translates to a perfect application of matte foundation, a light dusting of bronzer, concealer under the eyes, and finely shaped brows. Her shadow is neutral taupe, which offsets the winged liner perfectly. Instead of traditional black, she uses navy liner on both her upper and lower lashlines. The focal point is her voluptuous fuschia mouth that's done in a matte finish.

Get Rihanna's look:
1. Apply a matte foundation and dust transculent powder over your T-zone.
2. Lightly dust a matte bronzer underneath your cheekbones for a sculpted look.
3. Apply a taupe eyeshadow to your lids. Look for a matte finish.
4. Apply a vanilla shadow on your browbone and inner coners.
5. Smudge a mink brown shadow into your creases, using a brush to blend.
6. Line your eyes with a kohl pencil in a cobalt blue. As you go out, your line should get thicker. Wing out the liner slightly at an angle. Now line underneath your bottom lashline, and make sure no skin shows through. Connect it to the wing you created.
7. Curl lashes and apply two coats of a volumizing black mascara.
8. Apply concealer underneath your eyes and blend outward and upward.
9. Line your lips with a fuschia lip pencil and fill in your lips with it as well. This will help the lipstick last longer.
10. For a precise application, use a lip brush to apply a matte fuschia lipstick. Blot once, then reapply.
11. Put a tiny bit of vanilla eyeshadow in your cupid's bow to make your lips pop.
12. Rihanna chose to part her hair on the side and flat iron it, letting her bangs fall into her eyes.

Products to Try:
1. Revlon Luxurious Color Kohl Kajal Eyeliner in Midnight Blue, $8 at Walmart
2. NARS Lipstick in Funny Face, $24 at Sephora
3. Rimmel Exaggerate Lip Liner in Pure, $6 at Ulta
4. Cover Girl Eye Enhancers in Tapestry Taupe, $3 at Drugstore.com
5. Maybelline Dream Mousse Blush in Coffee Cake, $6 at Walmart

xx Chloe

Pantone Color of the Year

Drum roll please...2010's hottest color is TURQUOISE. You probably already knew that, though. I'm bringing it up because it's the most fitting hue for summer. It makes me think of lemonade, late night swims in the neighborhood pool, and tropical escapes.

There are all sorts of ways to incorporate this color into your life. Turquoise is supposedly a symbol of youth and communication. Additionally, it creates a soothing effect. Why not find a gorgeous new dress or pair of heels in this color? Or maybe revamp the walls of your bathroom? Keep reading for some inspiration and product ideas.

Doesn't Chanel Iman look stunning with dramatic ocean-inspired makeup at the Gucci spring show? Aqua and turquoise eye shadows and dramatic lashes really make her brown eyes pop. All brown-eyed beauties should consider investing in a shadow or liner of this color. It's a bit unexpected yet incredibly summery. It looks equally great paired with a nude lip for the day or a vixen wine lip for night. This color has been cropping up on nails for the past year as well, so try the bold hue for your next manicure or pedicure! I personally own #3 and #5, and I love them both.

Cosmetics to Try:

1. tarte Ballet Dancers Eyeliner in Turquoise, $18 at QVC

2. Essie Nail Polish in Turquoise & Caicos, $8 at Essie Boutique 

3. Revlon Matte Eyeshadow in Venetian Blue, $5 at Drugstore.com

4. L'Oreal HIP Color Truth Cream Eyeliner in Teal, $10 at Target

5. New York Color Minute Quick Dry Nail Polish in East Village, $2 at Sears

6. NYX Trio Eyeshadow in Aquamarine, $8 at Ulta

Clothes to Shop:

1. One-Shoulder Shirred Dress in Deep Teal, $40 at Newport News

2. Nautical Tank in Multi Stripe, $23 at Alloy 

3. Pleated Linen Skirt in Teal, $18 at Forever 21

4. Neon Twist Bandeau Top and Double-String Bottom in Carabi Bubbles, $22 (top) and $14.50 (bottom) at Victoria's Secret

Accessories to Shop:

1. Two-Tone Canvas Beach Bag in Turquoise, $17 at Old Navy

2. Michael Antonio Tulane Sandal in Turquoise, $40 at DSW

3. Woodstock Beaded Necklace in Turquoise, $18 at Free People

4. Xhilaration Tiger Print Scarf in Aqua, $8 at Target

5. Turquoise Striped Floppy Headband, $10 at Hot Topic

6. Sterling Silver Turquoise "Love" Ring, $17 at Overstock

 

 xx Chloe

Backstage Beauty: The Lady's a Tramp

I've always appreciated the eccentricity of Betsey Johnson's style. She didn't disappoint with her Spring 2010 collection, which was starred vampy makeup, larger-than-life hair, lots of tulle, neon animal print, and her signature party dresses. Below you'll find the actual products used to create the "good girl gone bad" look of the runway.

MAKEUP
Stila was in charge of the makeup, which is supposed to be both messy and vampy. It's was smudgy like it was slept in. When you're doing this at home, remember that imperfection is perfection! Skin was merely evened out with a tinted moisturizer to balance out the edgy lips and eyes. Blend gray and black shadows, then top with silver glitter on the lids and dab your makeup brush in red glitter to add to the outer corners. Line the upper and lower lashlines with a black eyeliner, then take an eyeliner brush to add some gray shadow along the line (smudge, smudge, smudge!). Make a V-shape of red glitter on the outer eye. Add several coats of black mascara. For the lips, make sure you line them with a complimentary liner for a smooth finish. Use a dark almost-black red, then dab a little red glitter into the center of your lips for extra oomph.
Products Used: Stila Kajal Eyeliner in Black, Stila All Over Liquid Shimmer, Stila Major Major Mascara in Black

NAILS
The base coat used was butter LONDON Branwen Feather (blackish purple). The next coat was either butter LONDON Rosie Lee (pinkish glitter) or butter LONDON Henly Regatta (bluish-green glitter). It was very grunge chic.

HAIR
The hair was big and teased and offset with giant tulle hairpieces. Create the "mad texture" by using Redken Full Frame 07 Protective Volumizing Mousse and Redken Aerate 08 Bodifying Cream Mousse. You're aiming for a deconstructed coif.

CLOTHES
Here are my favorite three looks from the collection. Hot pink adds visual interest to classic black and white, strapless mini dresses are de rigeur, tulle makes the perfect hem, and killer strappy sandals finish the ensemble. Edgy, fun, and unique!

xx Chloe