Jewls and nothing else - Emily Ratajkowski for Jacquie Aiche
Talk about finding the right model to successfully promote your product. When it comes to Los Angeles-based jewelry designer Jacquie Aiche, she knows how. The latest model for the Spring 2016 campaign is Emily Ratajkowski.
Ratajkowski looks absolutely stunning wearing Aiche's signature pieces with nothing else. Topless torso, carefully positioned arms, olive skin in the combination of necklaces, chokers, bracelets and earrings is simple perfection. Check out photos of Emily and head over to Jacquie Aiche's site to see the rest.
DIY Beauty Hacks
Try these remedies directly out of your household cabinet that work just as well.
Tired of spending countless dollars on the latest beauty must-haves? Try these remedies directly out of your household cabinet that work just as well.
Oil Pulling:
Want to whiten your teeth without the harmful chemicals? Swoosh a tablespoon of
unrefined coconut oil around your mouth for about twenty minutes, it may sound
strange but it works!
Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse:
Apple cider vinegar yields endless health benefits. Try dosing your hair with this
liquid gold for your best hair day ever. ACVR will lead to silk smooth hair and even
stimulate hair growth.
Rose Water Toner:
Spritz some rose water on your clean face before bed for amazing results. Not only
is this treatment therapeutic, but is also ultra hydrating and ant aging leading to a
glowing complexion.
Cocoa Powder Dry Shampoo:
Is your dry shampoo leaving a questionable white cast on your roots? Try swapping
your favorite brand for cocoa powder. Bonus: Your hair will smell like brownies!
Text: TORI CHRISTINE
Spray Can Nail Polish #shaketopaint
So long nail salons!
Introduced during Holiday Season, Spray can nail polish by Nails' Inc is already sold out and unavailable. Probably disrupting the nail salons industry, but is a new and easy way to apply color on those fingertips.
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How to Look Fly at the Gym
Workout in Style
Your next motivation for the gym isn’t the cute guy lifting dead weights or the man bun on the bike, it’s seriously chic active wear. Give your gym bag some love with these stylish and functional pieces. Updated sports apparel and a killer workout playlist is guaranteed to bring out the athlete in you.
The Funny Girl
SHOP VFILES
SHOP SUPREME
SHOP NORDSTROM
SHOP NIKE
Socialite to Gym Bunny
SHOP VIDAKUSH
SHOP KORAL
SHOP KORAL
SHOP LORNAJANE
The Minimalist
SHOP BARNEYS
SHOP GENTS
SHOP NET-A-PORTER
SHOP ADRIENNE LANDAU
The IT Girl
SHOP CARBON
SHOP ADIDAS BY STELLA MCCARTNEY
SHOP DIOR
SHOP OLYMPIA ACTIVE WEAR
Text: MADELAINE GOERTZEN
Beauty Resolution 2016: Embracing Your Natural Look
It is now 2016 and our infamous resolutions are set. Whether it is to hit the gym more often or to add some delicious fiber to our diet, we are indeed motivated to make sure we reach our goals by the end of this year.
As we know, makeup is a confidence applied to face. So what is your new year resolution when it comes to makeup? Will you be sticking to your same daily routine, or will you spice it up a little? Either way is fine, but a great suggestion for this year isto embrace your natural look!
Here’s a few tips on how to get this natural look going for the New Year:
Brush up those brows!
Yes, 2015 was a year of the bold brow. But this year, why not take a different route? Instead of constantly filling your brows in with a pencil and buying numerous Anastasia brow kits (which works wonders I should say), make room for easier-going arches that are effortlessly brushed-up and feathery. This leads your brows to look nicely polished and basically the way that they should be.
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Go for bold beautiful lips!
Let’s make 2016 a year where we love our perfectly lined pouts and line them in a way that showcases what we got! No more need for over lining, and push away those crazy lipstick shades. This year it’s all about neutral and classic shades such as crimson, pinks, deep burgundies, and gorgeous nudes. And to take proper care of your lips, don’t forget to moisturize!
SHOP TOM FORD
Take the contour down a notch!
Some of us definitely love to contour, but instead of making contouring your entire face a commitment, how about “spot treating” it? This basically means that you choose one area to accentuate, instead of doing an entire area, so you look more naturally contoured. Whether you choose to contour your cheekbones, jawline, or nose, you will still benefit from the effects of the contour, but this time your look will appear more natural.
SHOP ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILLS
Text: Sarah Ndjongo
Beauty Trends of 2015 What Should Stay and What Needs To Go
The story of 2015 will be remembered as a wild one. We’ll tell future generations it was the year Givenchy came to NY, the year of the first U.S. Men’s Fashion Week and the year Donna Karan took a bow goodbye. Accompanying the highs and lows are the trends that altered the masses. Below are the styles we loved and want to see in 2016 followed by ones that should be left behind with the New Year.
What Should Stay…
Korean Skin Products American retailers and consumers have welcomed the Korean beauty market and it appears that they are here to stay. The most well adopted products are from their skin care lines, such as the charcoal masks that went viral on YouTube for peeling off black heads after minutes of use.
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Dark 90’s Lips
Marc Jacobs among other designers gave us 90’s grunge feels when he dressed his models in lips of deep plums and browns.
Strobbing
By definition a strobbing technique adds layers of highlights the skin, creating a dewy look. A shift from the matte complexions that have exhausted our Instagram and YouTube feeds.
What Needs To Go…
Obnoxious Hair Colors - The florescent hair colors have to go, it’s been seen on pop stars, bloggers and rebellious teens alike. Bright hues are out, emerging is faint pastels try taking the hues down several notches with your next dye.
Contouring To The Extreme
Highlight here, darken there now blend, blend, blend. The days of contour sculpting are over and we couldn’t be happier. In the year consider trading out your contour kits with a highlighter and try strobbing instead.
Text: MADELAINE GOERTZEN
Health and Wellness with WAYOFGRAY
A healthy lifestyle is NOT society’s standards, body shaming, fads or quick fixes. It’s NOT about hating exercise, hating food or hating yourself. Hating yourself sucks and it’s bad for you.
Meet Sophie Gray! She is an RHN Holistic Nutritionist & Certified Personal and a President and CEO of WayofGray. “Way of Gray’s programs offer tools and resources to start a positive conversation with your body. Food is not the enemy and exercise should be fun. It’s time to be proud of yourself and love yourself", says Sophie.
If you are looking for a killer workout, delicious recipe, or a pick me up, WayofGray has you covered with programs featuring full-length exercise videos and nutritional guides with 7-day meal plans.
The premise of WayofGray is simple: cut through the gray areas of health and wellness and make healthy living sustainable for everyone. I know how badly you want to see results without having to spend long hours in the gym, and I understand the confusion you feel when it comes to what you should and shouldn’t be eating.
WayofGray started as a simple Instagram page focused on self-development, but it has quickly grown into a community where like-minded health enthusiasts can reach common ground.
We got to ask Sophie a few questions.
J: How did you get started with healthy eating and fitness?
SG: I first took an interest in working out and eating well when I wanted to professional model. Luckily for me, my high school had a full time personal trainer in the gym and by spending time with him, I was swayed away from modeling and took an interest in healthy living - beyond my physical appearance. Upon graduating I took a personal training course and went to college for nutrition! During all of that I started Way of Gray and wanted to inspire others to take an interest in healthy living because they care about themselves, not because they want to simply look a certain away!
J: What is the number one thing that keeps you motivated?
SG: I want to be happy and healthy – and for me, eating well and exercising is how I can do that. When I eat clean and workout I notice a huge improvement in my mood, and for me, that is all the motivation I need! I always recommend people take note of the benefits of this way of living away from weight loss. There are so many benefits to reap – and happiness is the most motivating one!
J: What is your training routine like, and what does it involve?
SG: I work out 4 times a week for around 30 to 45 minutes. I do all body weight exercises and do workouts that focus on my full body! My programs found on Wayofgray.com feature the exact workouts I do!
J: What are some of the other writers, artists, models and fitness leaders that have inspired you?Is there a key diet or training tips that you adhere to?
SG: I am truly inspired by any celebrity, models, and fitness leaders who promote and encourage self-love beyond ones physical appearance – and ones who talk about real topics. Individuals like Rachel Brathen (Yoga Girl on Instagram) Cameron Diaz, and Gigi Hadid.
J: What’s a day-in-the-life for Sophie Gray like? Give us a run-down of how you eat, train and move on a regular day.
SG: I wake up each morning, cuddle my pup for 10 minutes, blend up my favorite smoothie (the recipe can be found here: RECIPE then head to the gym. After that I get a day of work in, then my man and I walk our pups, make a healthy dinner and then watch a movie! My schedule isn’t anything special – and to be honest, my life doesn’t revolve around exercise or food, and that’s exactly what Way of Gray is about. I don’t want to turn anyone into gym rats or the cleanest eaters. I simply want to inspire them to make time for exercise and to eat an abundance of whole foods!
J: You seem really confident in your body—what advice do you have for women who want that for themselves?
SG: Happiness isn’t depending on your waist or the size of your jeans. I think a lot of the time women believe that in order to be happy, they have to look a certain way. But that’s not the case at all! You can be happy now – and then you can allow that happiness, and appreciation for how wonderful life is to inspire you to improve your health. The Way of Gray lifestyle is about adopting a healthy lifestyle because you love yourself, not because you hate yourself!
Sophie also has her sights set on YouTube with a series health and wellness clips that take a “real girl” approach to one’s well-being. Offering THREE brand new clips each week, Sophie makes it clear
www.youtube.com/wayofgraynation
And check out a preview of her eBook here:
http://www.wayofgray.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Preview_Book_Way_of_Gray.pdf
Way of Gray’s programs offer tools and resources to start a positive conversation with your body. Food is not the enemy and exercise should be fun. It’s time to be proud of yourself. Love yourself.
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Valmont Dermo Structuring Master Eye
Valmont Dermo Structuring Master Eye
Rich eye contour restructuring balm you will love.
This generous balm-like emulsion targets the eye contours marked by wrinkles and cutaneous sagging. The Prime AWF complex, soy phytosterols and wild yam all contribute to restore the density and tone in the eye contour.
INDICATION: To fight against the deepest wrinkles around the eye and the loss of density.
ACTION: Strengthens and repairs the architecture of the fine skin around the eyes. Acts deep down to target the skin's firmness and elasticity.
RESULTS: Rebuilt from within, the skin around the eye is visibly denser and more toned.
USE: In the morning and or at night, apply the DERMO STRUCTURING MASTER EYE FACTOR III around the edge of the eye in smoothing motions, from the outer corner to the inner corner of the eye. May be used as a serum before another Valmont eye contour product.
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:
Soy and wild yam phytosterols: offset the effects related to hormonal imbalances and improve the lipid balance in the skin; smooth the deepest wrinkles and restore the skin's elasticity.
Triple DNA: maintains and stimulates the skin's vital functions.
Liposomed RNA: a powerful cell bio-activator.
Cocktail of anti-wrinkle peptides: anti-wrinkle action by increasing collagen synthesis; improves the skin's elasticity and tone.
FINE COLLECTION by ALEXIS BITTAR #AlexisBittar
While traipsing throughSaks Fifth Avenue with my better half, I discovered Alexis Bittar and like any other girl, I wandered over to the jewelry section, where case upon case of jewelry was displayed, twinkling and glistening in the lights of the department store. Browsing, I looked over large metallic cuffs, clunky necklaces, and royal looking earrings, no, no, none of these were me. Suddenly, a faint purple stone caught my eye and I knew I had to have them. With my special piece of Alexis Bittar jewelry in hand, I just had to see more of his work for myself.
Bittar announced his Fine Collection in 2015, a grouping of necklaces, rings, drop & stud earrings, and cuffs & tennis bracelets that include a gorgeous selection of quartz, marquise, aquamarine and sapphire. Designer wanted to create a look that put a twist on what “fashion fine” means in the line of jewelry and thus formulated one that embodies the grace of a woman from the 50’s, with the fiery attitude of a 90’s punk:
“It shouldn’t be taken so seriously as often as fine jewelry can be, it should come out for more than just special occasions.”
Text Adriana Fournelis
Images via alexisbittar.com
Beauty is in the eye of the…
In today’s society “starve yourself to death” should be on the cover of those high-class, glossy magazines presenting an excessively pouty model who could fit into an average size persons jeans twice over. “Our secret to the perfect bikini body!” We flip the pages of goddesses to find that yes, we too can have the perfect summer body…if we drop 100 pounds and get a face transplant…
Corsets and girdles wrapped around bodies, nipping and tucking away the features we hate most- "love handles." The eventual red mark is left for hours to remind of the pain we just put the body through. Our make-up has slowly started to become a crutch. My best friend once said to me that made me ponder and lose hope.
"You must be pretty special if I am letting you see me without an eyeliner."
We put in lashes, string and wax our eyebrows, we use hair extensions. What once was natural is now soft makeup and hair ironed at over 200+ degrees. We, as a society, have lost ourselves.
The world is changing and so are our standards, there is not one preference. 34" chest, 24" waist, 34" hips are not the standard sizes. A little more volume can attract just as much attention today.
It is not impossible to fall in love with your flaws. Our bodies are beautiful!
The object sends our eyes on a mission to wander and find something that we don't find so alluring about ourselves. That object is the your mirror. Mirror may be yourbest friend oryour worst enemy. You alone is the decision maker.
Let go of "model standards" and just take a day to ditch the pounds of accessories. Maybe, just maybe it will become the day you fall in love with what God gave you.
Text Stephanie Ortiz
Introducing Larsson & Jennings #LarssonJennings
Contemporary watches combining classic British aesthetic and Swedish minimalistic design.
Their legacy of fashion and design, diverse subcultures and natural fusion of modern and traditional elements are present in everything we do.
There are synergies and differences between the two cities but always a mutual respect. We exist at the joining of the two; where STHLM meets LDN, where classic meets contemporary and where minimalism reigns.
Turn Your Perspective Upside Down
The king of all yoga poses is (Shirshasana), aka the Headstand. It's not an easy pose but a fun one and there are reasons why you should practice it everyday. Why ? Because headstand is a natural "FACE LIFT" . By reversing the flow of gravity, a headstand lets your skin hang in the opposite direction. The inverted position of a headstand also flushes fresh nutrients and oxygen to the face, creating a glowing effect on the skin. It increase nutrients and blood flow to the scalp. Some yogis say that it will even convert grey hair back to its natural color!
- Begin with your hands and knees on the mat. Lower the top of your head to the floor so it's in front of your hands. You'll know your head is in the right position because your elbows will be directly over your wrists and you'll be able to see your hands.
- Once stable, straighten both legs in front of you; then straighten your arms so they're parallel with your legs. Your hands should be shoulder-width distance apart with your palms facing up. Spread your fingers as wide as you can to provide more stability.
- Step your feet onto your hands.
- Shift your hips over your shoulders and actively press the backs of your hands firmly into the mat. Use your hands and your core muscle, your abs to lift both legs up into the air. If you can't lift your legs up, then gently kick one leg up at a time, coming into Hands Free Headstand. Keep your legs together and point through the balls of your feet.
Marilyn Monroe
Ashley Tisdale
Gisele Bundchen
Founder / Creative director JOLIEGAZETTE - Juliet Belkin @julietbelkin Instagram
“It is only when the correct practice is followed for a long time, without interruptions and with a quality of positive attitude and eagerness, that it can succeed”
Text by Jessica Margolis
MAC Over the Years #MAC
Over the years, MAC Cosmetics has released many different lipstick shades, and has partnered with numerous celebrities, mostly for their VIVA GLAM series. MAC’s most recent announcement is to do a collection inspired by Selena Quintanilla which is set to release in 2016. 1993 Grammy award winner, Selena was a beloved Latin recording artist nicknamed "Mexican Madonna" for her sexy outfits and dance moves. To celebrate the addition of the Selena collection to MAC’s 2016 line-up, let’s look back at some of MAC’s more recent and popular celeb colabs! MAC's classic VIVA GLAM collection donated 100% of the proceeds from the sale of their products to MAC AIDS Fund. Their most recent celebrity face for this collection is Miley Cyrus.
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Pictured above is Miley’s photo-shoot for her VIVA GLAM lipstick and lip glass. But before Miss Cyrus became the face of VIVA GLAM, there was Rihanna, Nicki Minaj (featuring Ricky Martin), Lady Gaga, and Cyndi Lauper.
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Rihanna’s two colors were very different, but both extremely beautiful. The first being described as a frosty blue-red, and the second as a smooth mauve, both colors represent RiRi very well. Speaking of RiRi, VIVA GLAM is not the only collection Rihanna has done with MAC.
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The RiRi Hearts MAC collection was released as a special holiday collection in 2013. Unlike VIVA GLAM, this collection featured more than just lipstick and lip glass. It featured products like eye shadow and eyeliner, with all of the pieces in the collection having a rose gold theme.
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Before Rihanna had her VIVA GLAM collection, there was Nicki Minaj and her collection. Like Rihanna, Nicki had two different lip shades in her collection. One of them featured ads with her and fellow musician, Ricky Martin.
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While Nicki’s shades were both pink, they were very different pinks, one being a powdery pink, and the other being a brighter pink. Minaj’s collection followed the collection of Lady Gaga and Cyndi Lauper.
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Like Nicki and Rihanna, Lady Gaga had two shades of VIVA GLAM, while Cyndi Lauper had one. Cyndi’s shade was a very true red, while Gaga’s colors were bright pink, and nude.
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Gaga’s first color with Cyndi Lauper was pink, while her solo color was a very neutral nude, which is a color that is unlike any other color that VIVA GLAM has ever seen.
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Along with these special, limited edition colors, MAC has a series of VIVA GLAM lipsticks that are available all the time.
Text by Lea Catherine
It's all about BIJOUX - Fall 2015 Jewelry report #Bijoux
Chokers, earrings, rings, bracelets and broaches, more stand out jewelry for Fall 2015. We chose this season's best.
Think bigger is better? So does Balmain
"People will stare, make it worth their while" with RJBIJOUX cuff bracelets
Accessorize to impress! Ornate Embellishments will catch a lot of eyes!
Zahara collection from RJBIJOUX
Fringe fascination with Mr.Ford
Tom Ford
SartoJ
Chanel
Chanel
SartoJ
Lanvin
SartoJ
Missoni
Text by Maria DaSilva
Sabine G Fine Jewellery #SabineG
Sabine Getty is an international butterfly and a young London-based fine jewellery designer who draws her inspiration from a rich mix of Eastern and Western cultures which reflect the world in which she grew up in - spending time in Beirut, Lebanon and Geneva, Switzerland. Designer recently married Joseph Getty in the gorgeous Basilica of the Twelve Apostles in Rome wearing custom made Schiaparelli gown.
Sabine’s beautiful fine jewellery line consists of antiqued rose gold, diamonds and rubies, and key designs include an elegant headpiece / necklace, statement earrings, bangle bracelets and stackable rings featuring cross and heart shapes.
“I want to make enchanting pieces that make women feel divine and look dazzling,” she says. Take a look at some of our favorites below and visit her website for more
We're Obsessed: Givenchy's Obsedia
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Rosie Huntington-Whiteley
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2015 Fragrance Foundation Awards: the finalists
On Wednesday, June 17 at Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center, New York the hottest new scents to launch in 2014 were honored tonight at the annual Fragrance Foundation Awards in New York and here are the finalists for this year's awards:
In the category of women's Luxury
Dolce Eau de Parfum by Dolce & Gabbana
Velvet Orchid by Tom Ford
Bonbon by Viktor & Rolf
Rosa Nobile by Acqua de Parma
Knot by Bottega Veneta
In the category of men's Luxury
Mandarino di Amalfi by Tom Ford
Oud by John Varvatos
Colonia Leather by Aqua di Parma
At the Barber's by Maison Martin Margiela
Brioni by Brioni
In the category of women's Prestige
Blooming Bouquet by Dior Miss Dior
Wood Sage & Sea Salt by Jo Malone
Daisy Dream by Marc Jacobs
Parfums Narciso by Narciso Rodriguez
Sì by Giorgio Armani
In the category of men's Prestige
Essence by Drakkar
Eau for Men by Dior Homme
Gentleman Only Intense by Givenchy
Michael Kors for Men
Invictus by Paco Rabanne
In the category of women's and Men's Popular
Eau de Toilette by Valor
Luck for Him by Avon
Modern Woman by Banana Republic
Incredible Things by Taylor Swift (Elizabeth Arden)
A Thousand Wishes by Bath & Body Works
Modern Man by Banana Republic
Scandalous by Victoria's Secret
Text Miles Socho
"The Poor Girl's Guide to the Aesthetic of Summer"
Nothing is more influential in fashion than what you see on social media. One of the biggest websites that brings new flavor into fashion every season is Tumblr. Since the blogging site became popular, girls have strove to dress like a "Tumblr girl," a feat that can seem impossible unless you can afford the crop tops and flower crowns from Urban Outfitters.
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The overly-sought "Tumblr girl" image has grown into a trend that street style and stores alike are picking up and marketing in the form of of breezy fabrics and pattern. Draped cardigans or jackets over tight crop tops, loose-fitting dungarees striped with tribal marks and florals, and the revival of the Birkenstock as an item of fashion rather than a shoe that your grandma wears.
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(Image from Polyvore/Tumblr)
The growing popularity of midi skirts, jumpsuits, Birkenstock-style sandals and 70's-style bell-bottoms is creating a brand new style that fashionistas from every class and color are eating up like summer sorbet. But, as mentioned before, there is always one obstacle that many cannot pass: cost. The popular clothing brands that sell the most sought-after of drool-worthy fashion pieces are also the most expensive. But why should that inhibit your dreams of dressing to a T?
Text Sam Ohare
Summer Beauty Trend: Minimalism
It’s no secret that this year in fashion has been chalk-full of ornamentation; however, there was one trend that went against the norm and I’m happy to say it popped up just in time for summer. This trend is the minimalist make-up look. The runways were filled with models sporting very mild tans, glowing complexions, and practically no make-up… or so it seems. Granted, it may take some time to master the finesse that is required to pull-off the no make-up look (ironic, I know), but when you do, it will save you time, money, and the fear of getting raccoon eyes on those sweltering summer afternoons. So slap on that sunscreen, sprinkle on some foundation, maybe throw on a hat while you’re at it and get ready for a summer full of (practically) make-up free bliss.
Text Mackenzie Stone Images Vogue.com
The 9 Bags All the It girls carrying
As much as Chanel is admired by many, let's admit it it gets a bit tiring to see the same bag in different colors over and over again. There always comes the time when you see a street style photo of that "I want" bag. Fashionista in us begins to browse the net, call our sales rep in search of the bag, ready to carelessly spend 2,500 grand. Well, we gathered 9 bags for you here that all the It girls are carrying today. Click the image to SHOP your favorite bag.
CHLOE FAYE BAG
GUCCI INTERLOCKING POLISHED LEATHER BAG
HERMES KELLY CUT
MANSOOR GAVRIEL BUCKET BAG
THE ROW SIDEBY BAG
RALPH LAUREN RICKY DRAWSTRING BAG
VICTORIA BECKHAM BAG
PIERRE HARDY COLORBLOCKED ENVELOPE
Text Maria DeSilva