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Wednesday, August 26, 2009

shoedazzle* Style newsletter AUGUST

The Look: Confident

The Shoe: Paloma

As summer comes to a close, the nautical look has set sail and won’t be back ’til next spring. But those same styles can still anchor the beginnings of a fab fall wardrobe. Replace bright reds with moody neutrals and darker pastels — totally different, totally fall! Eliminate crisp white and navy from your summer attire and replace them with cream, black, and taupe. A nautically-inspired summer outfit can easily drift into fall by substituting a warm, honey brown shoe like the Paloma for a bright yellow one. Best of all, this shoe draws attention to what is sure to be fall’s sexiest accessory: the ankle.

The Look: Breezy

The Shoe: Belladonna

The trees might be prepping to shed their leaves, but don't be so quick to forget the fluttering palm fronds of your summer getaway. Let's be honest, there isn't much green to go around these days, so you might as well enjoy it while you can. The Shoe: emerald Belladonnas; not only do they evoke the breezy sway of summer foliage, but they perfectly complement a layered fall look. Try this: Pair summer-length shorts and skirts with more traditional fall pieces like blazers and fitted jackets on top.

Style Q&A

Question:
Kim - I have all kinds of shoes, but I don’t know what to wear with them. I buy shoes thinking I’ll know what to wear with them but I end up getting stuck. I don’t know how to wear my tan shoes or my turquoise pumps. Help!

Angie B.
— San Bernardino, CA
Answer:
We’ve all bought shoes hoping they’ll set the foundation for some groundbreaking outfit only to find ourselves stumped by our own closets. Believe me; you have a lot more options than you think. Tan shoes blend with skin tones, giving the illusion of long, slender legs. Paired with something easy like a bright mini dress, tan shoes will keep you looking svelte and lean through summer’s end. As the days get cooler, try pairing your turquoise pumps with light denim for the same lengthening effects. It doesn’t take a pro to recognize that sexy legs make any outfit spectacular.

Monica Rose Blog: Pretty Woman

Prada Fall 09' leather thigh high boot! I want them!

I want them myself....

Monica Rose Blog: Perfection!

Perfection!

This hyped i-D cover features 2 of my favorite models - Chanel Iman and Sessilee Lopez! As well, it has Jourdan Dunn and Arlenis Sosa. They titled it "Pretty Young Things" which is so good! This issue is one of my favs! I LOVE IT!!!!

VIA: fashion Copious

InStyle Presents 15 For Fall

It is InStyle's 15th birthday and one of the ways they are celebrating is by offering finds and special deals from 27 fabulous fall collections where Instyle editors cherry picked 15 of their favorite items. They are also giving away 4 $1,000 shopping sprees!

Source: Spoilpretty.com

Kim K's Blog: We Eat....A Lot

Me, Jonathan and Brittny love to eat! That's really all I need to say hahaha. If you look at the pics you will see what I mean, hahaha.

Kim K's Blog: Mario's Get the Face: TCA's 2009

Mario did my, Kourtney's, Kendall's and Kylie's makeup for the Teen Choice Awards. This was the first time Mario saw me as a blonde so he was really excited to try out a new look and I was nervous to be debuting my new hair!!

Mario did a post on his blog about the products he used to create my look... everything from skin, to eyes and cheeks, so make sure you check it out! Thanks for always making me look and feel gorgeous, Mario!

Celebs Uncensored: My Superstar BFF

KIM & CIARA
Kardashian posted this shot with pal Ciara, snapped before the R&B singer took the stage at the Capital FM Summertime Ball in London.

Style Watch: Get the Look: Star Beauty

KIM'S LUXE PALETTE
"My inspiration in one word was prestige," explains Kardashian's makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic of the look he gave her for a recent MTV appearance. "I was inspired by the attention-grabbing texture and color of the bright blue top Kim had on when I saw her."
How to Do It
1: Use Diorskin Nude Natural Glow Hydrating Makeup in 050 all over the skin, followed by a touch of Nars pressed powder and Diorskin Sculpt Concealer in 003 under the eyes.
2: Dust Josie Maran Eye Shadow in Beach on the eyelids and brow bone. Then trace upper lids' outer corners with M.A.C Liquid Eye Liner in Boot Black.
3: Smudge lower lash line using a Q-tip with a bit of the copper shade from the NARS Surabaya Duo Eyeshadow followed by a couple of coats of Lancome Hypnose mascara.
4: Trace lips with Lip Pencil in Spice and apply Dazzleglass in Smile, both by M.A.C

Handbag ~ Pick of the Day: White HOT Chanel

The heat wave is making its way across the US and everyone continuing to bring out their summer whites. A white hot Chanel summer is the most fashionable way to integrate white. From a white J12 Watch, to Limited Edition white nail polish, to the highly loved and respected Chanel 2.55 in white patent, Chanel is bringing you every white hot item your heart desires. A white 2.55 is a dream for me, but I am rocking a white Hermes Kelly Longue this summer.

D.S Pick of the Day: Elizabeth and James Gathered Peep-Toe d’Orsay

I must say I am fond of the shoe line Elizabeth and James. Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen have done a wonderful job of creating fun-funky shoes that stand out all on their own. I recently stumbled across the Gathered Peep-Toe d’Orsay in taupe, and quite literally wanted them then and there. This d’Orsay boasts a 4” covered heel and rouched-detailing. Refreshingly clean in design the rouche gives it enough design detail to just complete the shoe. Its slip-on nature looks absolutely comfortable for easy to wear. I have always had issues in the winters when wearing tights and trying to keep my heels from slipping. I don’t think that I am going to have that problem with this shoe at all. Its versatility allows myself, or any of you, to wear this shoe from day to night. It also comes in black suede, so I may just have to get both?!

Elizabeth and James Gathered Peep-Toe d’Orsay $270 Neiman

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

GET THE FACE! Kim K @ Teen Choice Awards

This day was so exciting for me, as it was the first time I saw Kim as a blonde. I was pleasantly surprised! I had so much fun doing her makeup for the Teen Choice Awards. It was almost like I was doing another person! I also did Kourtney, Kendall and Kylie that day too. They all looked so beautiful :-) People magazine (out on stands right now) interviewed me as well to get the makeup scoop. Check out the image below and read more here to Get The Face!

Skin – I started out with one of my favorite moisturizers - Ultimate Youth Creme by Estee Lauder. For foundation, I went with Dior Nude Hydrating Glow Foundation followed by NARS pressed powder. I used Make Up For Ever Lift concealer under the eyes.

Eyes - Use Chopper eye shadow by Urban Decay all over the lid. Sweep Mac’s eye pencil in fascinating along the inner rim of the eye. Apply Cork eye shadow by MAC with a Qtip along the lower lash line. On the inner corner of the eyes, use B-dazzle by GIELLA. Lancôme Hypnose mascara on top and bottom lashes.

Eyebrows are slightly filled in with lingering brow pencil by MAC then blended and softened with a Qtip.

Cheeks- Lancôme Star Bronzer in Bronze Rich framing the entire face and on hollows of cheeks. Apply some to the neck and chest area as well. Brush Orgasm by NARS on the apples of the cheeks.

Lips - Fill in lips with Spice liner by MAC and follow with MAC’s Dazzleglass in Smile. ;) Have fun!

Kim K's Blog: My Top 10 Girls' Night Movies

I love girly movies!! Whether you're with your best girl friends or just spending time with yourself on your couch, there's nothing better than staying in and watching a girly flick. The Notebook has to be one of my all time favorites. Rachel McAdams is soo stunning! I even know guys who love that movie... and not just because of Rachel! What are your all time favorites?

1. The Notebook
2. Ps, I Love You
3. Bride Wars
4. Pretty Woman
5. Sex and The City
6. He's Just Not That Into You
7. Clueless
8. The Holiday
9. 13 Going On 30
10. A Walk to Remember