Style Icon Tuesday- Abbie Cornish as Fanny Brawne in "Bright Star"

I finally watched this movie and I am obsessed. I have loved Ben Whishaw since I saw "Perfume, Love Story of a Murderer", but it was nice to see him play a somewhat normal character of lovesick poet. Abbie Cornish was amazing too and I loved that her character was a fashion designer, it just added a great element to the film that made me adore it more. Watch it now!








Bright Star
Bright star, would I were steadfast as thou art —
Not in lone splendour hung aloft the night
And watching, with eternal lids apart,
Like Nature's patient, sleepless Eremite,
The moving waters at their priestlike task
Of pure ablution round earth's human shores,
Or gazing on the new soft-fallen mask
Of snow upon the mountains and the moors —
No — yet still stedfast, still unchangeable,
Pillow'd upon my fair love's ripening breast,
To feel for ever its soft fall and swell,
Awake for ever in a sweet unrest,
Still, still to hear her tender-taken breath,
And so live ever — or else swoon to death.

New(ish) Product Monday- Shiseido by Dick Page Perfect Rouge Lipstick

Yummy.
This line actually came out last Spring, and I considered it to be a revolution of sorts. In the lipstick world anyway!
Gloss has held sway for quite some time now. At some point I started to become sick of that, and started looking for new ideas in lipstick, especially matte formulas. I loved Lipstick Queen, and bought the occasional MAC formula, but I was looking for something not only easier to find but also groundbreaking. And Mr. Dick Page, artistic director at Shiseido, came to my rescue with this new collection. There are three especially great things about it:

1. The formula. I have NEVER felt anything like it. They glide on so smoothly, provide moisture without being too glossy, and the color saturation is just perfect and lasts for hours.
2. The colors. They are AMAZING. Some of them might look intense, too orange or violet, but I urge you to try them on because they look great on just about anyone.
3. This is from SHISEIDO, a line I consider to be boring and past it's time. That makes it even more groundbreaking.

They now have two more formulas, Perfect Rouge Tender Sheer (sheer tints) and Perfect Rouge Glowing Matte (matte formulas). They are both revolutionary too!

Look of the Week- Braids & Simplicity

I seem to be going through the most annoying phase (especially for a makeup artist) of not wanting to wear or apply a lot of makeup. This girl is what I want to look like right now!

(photos from Jak & Jil)

Style Watch Thursday- Tina Fey Lands Vogue!

Great news Dah-lings: Tina Fey is going to be on the cover of Vogue this March!

One to Watch Wednesday- Make Nice Craft

My dear friend Polly has an awesome new crafting blog! It's called Make Nice and it's on readymade.com.
I'm so excited for her, and I love having an awesome new blog to read! She has already convinced me to start cross-stitching again, so get over there, check it out and get inspired yourself!

Style Icon Tuesday- Lapo Elkann

I don't normally find myself inspired by mens fashion, but lately I have started to pay more attention. I think i have The Sartorialist to thank for that!
One of my faves is Lapo Elkann. He always looks cool, but a little crazy & scrubby. When his grandfather passed away, he inherited his wardrobe and now mixes the older, custom made wardrobe with his newer up to date pieces. I heart him.

Oldie but Goodie Monday- 2% beta hydroxy acid liquid

Listen up kids: If there is one piece of wisdom I can impart upon you, one thing I can prevail upon you to buy, THIS IS IT. Beta Hydroxy Acid Liquid.
Now, I know the name can sound a little scary, in fact I hesitate to say it whenever I tell anyone about this product. People tend to think anything chemical sounding is bad, and maybe if this product were called "Pomegranate leaf & orange walnut mist" it would sell better, but I'm not really sure. I'm perfectly happy with what it's called now, because the proof is in the pudding. More than any other product I have used, this has made the most difference in my skin tone, texture, and appearance. You know how you have to exfoliate to get rid of dead skin cells and stuff? Well, this is just a liquid exfoliant. And it works way better than any old scrub, it gets deep down in your pores, clearing out blackheads and preventing future blemishes. It also brightens my skin and makes it incredibly soft. Just add this to your current skin care routine and I promise you won't be sorry!

There are a few different companies that make a similar product, but my favorite is Paula's Choice. Here is what they say about it:

2% Beta Hydroxy Acid Liquid
Exfoliates both the skin's surface and inside the pore lining with a 2% concentration of salicylic acid (BHA) and a pH range of 3.2-3.6.
Lightweight, non-occlusive liquid formula is easily absorbed by the skin.
Salicylic acid has a natural anti-inflammatory (soothing) and antibacterial properties.
May be worn under makeup, sunscreen, moisturizer, or specialty product.
100% fragrance- and colorant-free NOTE: Those allergic to aspirin (acetylsalicylate) should not use products containing salicylic acid (Beta Hydroxy Acid).

$18.98 4 oz

Look of the Week- Ginnifer Goodwin Golden Globes 201

Ginnifer Goodwin
Golden Globes 2010
Vionnet Dress
Judith Leiber clutch
Brian Atwood pumps






Mmm, so cute! I love the color, the cut & draping, the sort-of one shoulder halter, and especially the length. I have really grown to love GG on the red carpet, she has made some great choices in the last year or so. And I adore her new haircut, so modern and yet so soft. Ginnnifer Goodwin wins my pick for best dressed at the Globes this year!
Also, I thought rain was the best thing that could have happened, it made everyone look so chic and ladylike as they tripped down the red carpet with their parasols. Bring back the parasol!

(images from just jared)

Style Watch Thursday- Turbans & Topknots

(photos from garance dore & google images)

One to Watch Wednesday- Ringo Have A Banana!

Whenever I want to imagine that I am one of those cool 70's-ish, casual yet pulled together, sunny, lacy, blond, california yet I live in New York and have amazing boots and wolf t-shirts kind of girls, I turn to Siri of Ringo Have A Banana.