Author: Tillie Eze
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P is for Plated
We tried Plated and it seems our favorite meal delivery subscription has some stiff competition. To be completely honest, we tried Plated last year, but are just getting around to raving about them. Yes, it’s one of those… so you can stop reading now and order a box to try out for yourself. Why I…
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Backstage @ The Blonds FW17 | Oribe
Hair inspiration by Kien Hoang for Oribe Hair Care: He created a futuristic look. The hair was sculpted into an elegant side twist and directed forward, then molded into snake-like shapes which framed the face for a Medusa-esque look. “The shape is a tight, skinny asymmetric side twist.” How-to Apply Maximista Thickening Spray at the roots before…
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Backstage @ Brandon Maxwell FW17 | Oribe
Hair inspiration from James Pecis for Oribe Hair Care: “The hair is over the top glamour. The key to this is to not try to make someone something they’re not. Everyone’s hair should be their own.” How-to Saturate hair with Maximista Thickening Spray from roots to ends before blowing it out, directing hair away from the…
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Backstage @ Anna Sui FW17 | R+Co
Hair inspiration from celebrity hairstylist and R+Co Co-Founder, Garren: Various looks based on length and texture—the the main look being a modern version of the rolled hair of the 40’s. “We used a variety of products to get the texture we wanted.” How-to* Prep hair with SAIL Soft Wave Spray (launching March 2017) for texture, and part…
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Backstage @ R13 FW17 | Oribe
Hair inspiration from hairstylist James Pecis for Oribe Hair Care: Effortlessly grunge, “winter weather hair” look that was a reflection of the clear 90’s references in the collection. The style varied by model based on their natural texture and haircut. “Each look is different, but the majority of models have the back of their hair tucked…
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How-to | Tinashe @ 2017 Grammys
Hair inspiration from celebrity hairstylist, Marcia Hamilton: As Tinashe usually wears her hair down to perform, Marcia wanted something off her face and her shoulders for the red carpet–but edgier than the usual braid. How-to To prep before blowing dry, apply a cocktail of John Frieda Frizz Ease Extra Strength Six Effects + Serum and John Frieda Frizz…
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Cheers to Valentine’s Days!
Water Pressure 2 oz. AriZona Watermelon fruit juice cocktail 1 1/2 oz. light rum 1/2 oz. elderflower liquor Muddled fresh watermelon chunks, 2 thinly sliced serrano wheels and lime wedge. Garnish with serrano wheels and watermelon wedge Muddle together the fruits and pepper in a mixing glass, ad ice, rum and AriZona Watermelon Juice. Shake…
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Backstage @ Erin Fetherston FW17 | Skyn Iceland
Skin prep by Sarah Kugelman for Skyn Iceland “We did prep this fashion week with all of our gels. So, we start with our Hydro Cool Firming Eye Gel and our Hydro Cool Firming Face Gels, which are our forehead gels and our smile line gels, and last season we launched our lip gels, which…
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Teatime with Stephen Twining
Twinings has been a connoisseur of tea for over 200 years. As time passes, and palates change, Twinings has expanded their repertoire to follow suit. Now, to satisfy the need of the infusion generation three new teas have joined the family – Early Grey Lavender, Early Grey Jasmine, and Earl Grey Extra Bold. Recently, I sat…
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Backstage @ Ricardo Seco FW17 | A Complete
Beauty inspiration from makeup artist Mayela Vazquez for A Complete: “Cool and fresh” look for this collection which, “focused on bringing the best version out from each of the models.” Prep Before applying anything on the skin, an A Complete Eye Contour Cream. “This product made the under eyes look more awake instantly! I also love that it’s…