Marc Jacobs Spring 2011

Marc Jacobs decided to add a sunnier disposition to his collection for Spring 2011. Gone were the gray and beige signature palettes. There were more vibrant hues and prints lighting up the runway Monday night. The fabrics were shiny and fluid. Every shape highlighting the essential body parts. The makeup and hair certainly helped convinced us that mannequins had magically come alive, dressed in all their splendour. There was definitely an homage to the seventies hovering in the air. If anyone can recycle that era flawlessly, Jacobs can.  

Trendy Beauty Report - Marc Jacobs BANGS it out

Marc Jacobs is taking his venture quite personally it looks like. His new fragrance Marc Jacobs Bang will be making its debut in Bloomingdale's July 30th. But his ad campaign is in full throttle and he is eager to add his own personal touch by posing au naturel in his typical dramatic fashion with just the oversized bottle of his creation covering his manhood. Jacobs agreed to be the model after after coaxing from business partner Robert Duffy. And the idea to pose nude came from not being able to visualize what clothes would work with the message of the campaign. "Once I agreed to be the model, I couldn't see what I would wear to express this. We tried it with clothes but it didn't work". Expect to see the splashy ads running in men's lifestyle and fashion pubs sometime in September. Word on the street is that Jacobs is also interested in developing color cosmetics and also playing around with the idea of a men's and women's underwear line. When it comes to Marc Jacobs enough is never enough. Keep it coming!

Trendy Fall Cosmetics

The weather is cooler, and its time to re-evaluate all the goodies in your cosmetic bags and perhaps make some major adjustments. The theme this fall season hinders on a deep and rich color scheme. The natural look is still very much in vogue but with a more muted and chromatic glaze. The options below are a guide to what you should expect to see and hopefully add to your personal collection.

Get your nails noticed by slathering them in Stormy Grey by Yves Saint Laurent Nail Lacquer ($20). This “bold and beautiful” hue is the perfect accessory to match any outfit you might be considering for the numerous holiday parties you are sure to hit in the coming weeks. You could even take it up a notch by matching this color on your fingers with a brighter shade for your toes to present that perfect contrast. Whatever you decide this is definitely one of the coolest colors of the season.

Finding the perfect lip color can be challenge for most of us. But your search could be over with the arrival of Givenchy’s Rouge Interdit Satin Lipstick ($27). Available at any Sephora store in your city, this lightweight wonder glides on smoothly to reveal a sexy shade that can you can easily use to transition from day to night. Its fine texture makes it comfortable to wear because it also works as a lip conditioner due to its soothing and softening effect. And we all know how important it is to find a lip that stands the test of time. Bottom line: You will not be disappointed with the must have addition to your purse.

Living in a big city requires a lot of high maintenance so it’s mandatory to always be prepared for last minute events or unexpected getaways. Makeup Palette To Go ($15) is your one stop shopping to getting your face flawless and picture ready at a moments notice. This box of colorful confections is a Sephora brand but looks and feels more expensive. It contains an array of essentials including eye shadow, lip-gloss and blush. Practically everything a girl needs to doll up. The colors are in line with the fun holiday season. Getting more for your money doesn’t get any better than this!

Finally, usher in the season with a new fragrance that aims to inspire. Lola Marc Jacobs ($65-$85) is deliciously feminine and thankfully long-lasting. The gorgeous purple tinted hourglass bottle with the adorable rose petal detail will no doubt grab your attention and will be a welcome piece on your dresser. The scent contains hints of vanilla, creamy musk and fuschia peony. Its bound to get you some major attention so be prepared!

So now is the time to warm up to the cooler temperatures by putting your best look forward.