Trend Report: Metallic Eyeshadow
We couldn’t be more excited about the grown- up version of this glimmery trend, and here’s why: Not only are there shades that suit certain—and all—skin tones, but the overall look screams youthful and modern. Convinced? Good. That said, here’s how to make this bold statement work for you:
First, choose the formula based on how you want it to appear on your eyes. Want a sheerer, subdued glow? Use a cream-based formula, since they’re sheerer (usually) and can be smudged and blended into the skin. Powder shadows, on the other hand, tend to look more opaque and intense.
Now onto your personal color code…
If you’re fair: Opt for a silver or ice-y pink, since they tend to complement cooler skin tones. Case in point: Kristen Stewart really knows how to rock this look well.
If you skin is more of a medium shade: Turn to warmer hues like bronze and gold; this flashy shade is the perfect accessory to your olive-y complexion. See? We love Kim Kardashian in this smoky bronze tinge—she absolutely kills it.
And if you’re darker complected: Reach for any of the above shades—lucky you! Deeper skin tones can handle more intense colors, so go ahead and pile on that platinum—or gold…just like Beyonce!
A haute hue for everyone to share? Pewter. It’s very chameleon-like in that it blends in with its surroundings. So regardless of your skin tone, you can’t go wrong! Clearly Leighton Meester has been let in on this little beauty secret.
Quick Tips for Long Hair
QUICK TIP: Not only is Townsend bringing back the crimping iron, but he’s bringing back hot rollers, too! “If you’re going to go through the trouble of having long hair, you might as well play with it,” he says. This style was achieved setting the entire head in steam rollers. Simply hold the curler close to your scalp and roll the section of hair upwards. That way, the hair around your face stays smooth, while the ends have tons of lived-in texture.
LONG FORM: Break up too-perfect tendrils with a dose of wave spray—and your fingertips.
QUICK TIP: Extra-long, extra-straight hair is about as glamorous as it gets. To get yours just right, comb through two-inch sections of dry hair with a hair brush first, followed by a curling iron. (The two-handed technique isn’t easy to master, but the results speak for themselves.)
LONG FORM: No matter how straight you want you final look, always add a little bend—that is, by flicking the iron upwards a bit with your wrist at the bottom of your hair. Pulling straight down can make ends appear frayed and messy.
QUICK TIP: Because the impact of long hair has a lot to do with the sheer length of it, you don’t always need a fussy or extra-coiffed style to turn heads. Take these imprecise waves that Townsend achieved simply by twisting the hair into a bun while model Eleanor Lambert was in the makeup chair.
LONG FORM: “Blast your strands with hairspray first so that they’ll hold onto whatever texture they get while you have it pinned up,” says Townsend.
QUICK TIP: We know what you’re thinking: The trusty crimper is best reserved for ‘80s-themed parties. But according to Townsend, artfully crimped strands can have a modern appeal. “The key is being haphazard with it. Take some big chunky 5-inch sections and take some teensy pieces. And tease out a few sections by brushing through them for a really diffuse, blown-out finish.”
LONG FORM: Long hair has been around, well, longer—which means it’s way more susceptible to any kind of damage. Especially the kind from heated styling tools. Before you pick up a dryer, crimper, flatiron or curling iron, be sure to treat your strands to a heavy-duty heat protectant spray.
Photographer: Don Flood. Hair: Mark Townsend. Makeup: Kate Lee. Fashion Director: Estee Stanley. Art Director: Frank Rust. Written By: Beauty Girl. Model: Eleanor Lambert.
6 Picks with Diane Lane
Photographer: Don Flood. Hair: Mark Townsend. Makeup: Kara Yoshimoto Bua. Fashion Director: Estee Stanley. Manicure: Ashlie Johnson. Art Director: Frank Rust. Written By: Beauty Girl.
Fashion credits: Black dress by Oscar de la Renta
Diane Lane
Photographer: Don Flood. Hair: Mark Townsend. Makeup: Kara Yoshimoto Bua. Fashion Director: Estee Stanley. Manicure: Ashlie Johnson. Art Director: Frank Rust. Written By: Beauty Girl.
Fashion credits: Black dress by Oscar de la Renta. Red dress by The Row.
Trend Reporter Picks: La Prairie & Viktor & Rolf
A staple in my beauty regimen—and in whatever bag I’m carrying— is the most luxurious way (um, have you seen its gorgeous silver packaging?) to protect your lips from the sun’s harmful rays. Give it a try, I promise you’ll be hooked.
I’ve never been a huge fan of fragrance, but after discovering at my friend’s apartment, I quickly changed my tune. I now wear this fruity meets floral meets musk-y scent on a daily basis—and can’t ever imagine leaving my apartment without it on.
Trend Reporter Picks: Madewell
Madewell. There isn’t one thing I don’t like in this store. Period. From their outerwear to their shoes, this store truly does make everything well.
I cannot even begin to verbalize how much I adore this lady! It was the 2nd time I worked with Reese and when she showed me her gorgeous canary Nina Ricci dress I thought I had died and gone to heaven. I didn’t want to do any sort of serious hairdo with this bright, fun, young, modern and perfect dress and neither did Reese, she is actually the one that suggested down and straight. One recommendation I added was to give her shorter and fuller bangs to compliment her heart shaped face and give a simple hair style a little edge. I think this is one of those red carpet moments where all the stars aligned and the hair, gorgeous makeup by and a stunning dress really work with and compliment each other.
The only real trick I used for this look was using a heat protectant spray in Reese’s hair. I had just discovered Vavoom Gold Heat Iron-In Control so I sprayed 3 inch sections of her hair with it before running a flat iron over the section. This spray has gold in it which works as a heat conductor to evenly distribute the heat and also seal in incredible shine. I wanted her to move freely through out the night so to finish I sprayed hairspray on a natural bristle eyebrow brush (the kind that looks like a toothbrush) and ran the brush through her bangs to keep them parted to the side and to brush down any flyaway hairs. As soon as Reese hit that red carpet I couldn’t stop smiling from ear to ear! I am such a firm believer in not overdoing red carpet looks and staying true to yourself and your style. This look also proves that sometimes simpler is better!
Esquire Magazine’s ‘Sexiest Woman Alive’ Minka Kelly
I met Minka Kelly about 10 years ago on a shoot for Allure magazine and I am so thrilled that I got to work with her on her cover shoot for Esquire magazine as The Sexiest Woman Alive! See more at esquire.com.
Trend Report: Smoky Cat Eye
Charcoal eyes are yet again the trend to try this winter—only this season makeup artists are adding a sultry spin to this look: a winged, rather than rounded, finish to the eye. “This instantly adds drama to your gaze—plus, the elongated liner pulls the eye up and back, exaggerating its existing shape,” says Tarte Cosmetics’ LA-based celebrity makeup artist, Tracy Davis.
To recreate this killer cat eye:
Precisely line your eyes (we love ), making sure the liner is at its thickest toward the outer corners; diffuse the harsh edges with a makeup sponge or smudger. NOTE: you can choose to line your lower lashline, as well, for more intensity.
Then, with a fluffy eye shadow brush, blend a dark-hued shadow (black, eggplant—pick your poison) from your lashline up to the crease of your eye.
“Finally, dust a neutral, flesh-toned highlighting shadow under your brow bone to soften the look a bit, and follow with a few swipes of ,” adds Davis.
Looks We Love: Carey and Keira
How would we depict a look that’s simply chic and lady-like? We’ll take our cues from Carey Mulligan and Keira Knightley, above, at the London Film Festival, promoting their new film Never Let Me Go. From their barely-there makeup applications to their tousled tresses, these two classic beauties exude a timeless, yet effortless vibe that will never go out of style.
