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shirt, skirt, necklace and bangles: Forever 21; shoes: Mandee; watch: Juicy Couture; spiral bracelet: gift from a friend 

Time to post two weeks old outfit photos! YAY!!

Last week was hellish (hence the radio silence) but I'm happy to start over. Start fresh. As the weather starts to dip a bit, I feel the same way about my wardrobe as I do the week. Is it possible to reinvent yourself simply by changing your wardrobe? I'm not sure how to properly transition from Summer to Fall but I feel like a maxi skirt is the way to go. When in doubt, don a maxi. Especially one in a beautiful nude/blush/whatever you call this color.

Or you can just add a piece of green hair extension that way nobody is looking at your clothes (kinda like I did in this post).

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Review: Lancôme Hypnôse Doll Lashes Mascara

We all know of my love of Lancôme mascaras. When I think of luxury mascaras, I think of Hypnôse Drama. I've already introduced you to the brand's new Hypnôse Doll Lashes ($25) but today I'm going to provide you with an in depth review.

Doll Lashes was seven years in the making and gives a "doll-lash effect" with its cone shaped wand. The shape of the wand mixed with its triple patented I-conic brush delivers a smooth and very close application. I LOVE the wand since it allows me to be extremely close to the lash line and inner corners. Each lash is separated with no more than two strokes of the wand.

A major difference between Doll Lashes, regular Hypnôse and any other mascara in the market is the fan-like effect it makes on the outer edge of my lashes. I don't need to curl my lashes before use to get that wide-eyed look - which is perfect since I rarely have time for an extensive makeup routine.

What I'm left with are dark, flirty lashes with two strokes of a brush. Would I recommend it? HELL YEAH! If you want something that'll grab those pesky tiny lashes that can NEVER catch a break or are looking for something that will add that POW! to your lower lashes, get on this. Stat.

my doll avatar

While you're at it, Lancôme has this cute Facebook application live on its page that allows you to "dollify" (so not a word) yourself. Go ahead -- upload your photo, apply a snazzy lil' outfit and add a touch of makeup to your doll avatar. 

The 1st Doll Lash Look by Lancôme: a volumized, full lash fringe for a wide-eye look. Lancôme’s most flirtatious mascara lifts, thickens and precisely defines even hard-to-reach corners and lower lashes beautifully. Visit the Lancome Facebook page to create your own Doll avatar.



Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Lancôme via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Lancôme.

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Beauty News: Barneys New York "Love Yourself" Promo

So as the temperature dips lower and lower, I've got one thing on my mind: FALL SHOPPING! No shopping trip is complete without brand spankin' new beauty products (at least that's how it rolls in my world). Thankfully Barneys New York (home to one of my dream bags) is having a promo starting September 22 called "Love Yourself."

Spend $200 on cosmetics and fragrances and receive a cosmetics bag filled with their favorites!* Also, you have the chance to get an updated look with a Barneys NY make-up artists and revitalize your skin for fall.

*On product sales only. Limited quantities available. One per customer, while supplies last. Cannot be combined with any other offer.

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MBFW Spring/Summer 2012: Backstage Beauty at Rebecca Minkoff

Rebecca Minkoff is no doubt one of my favorite accessories designers. When she transitioned over to a ready to wear line, I was (of course) excited. Minkoff truly understands her customer as the young gal about town who sometimes wants to carry her life OR simply have a night out with little to no hassles. Her clothing translates into bright, flirty yet office casual.

It was only appropriate that the nails (handled by Haven Spa Soho manicurists) conveyed the same pizazz of bright colors. A candy-striped look, nails were first coated in two layers of essie’s Below the Belt, a dazzlingly bright creamy white. Two coats of vertical pink stripes were then painted with a thin brush with essie’s Pink Parka, a shocking, Barbie-esque shade that made the nails pop to spectators, even sitting from afar the runway.

For the makeup, mark Celebrity Makeup Artist, Mai Quynh created a neutral eyes with bold lip. She started by prepping the model's skin with mark's For Goodness Face Moisturizer, followed by Primer for Perfection. Next she applied Min-A-Real Foundation to entire face using mark's Foundation Brush. Any and all blemishes as well as under eye circles were concealed with Conceal for Real. She dusted Matte-Nificent over entire face & neck using mark's Powder Brush. Brush Bronze Pro around hairline, down nose and in hollows of cheeks. On the lashes, she applied Lash All You Want Mascara on upper & lower lashes. Finally the look was topped off with Lipclick in Cha Cha & Coral Fixation mixed together and apply to lips using a Lip Brush

Jeanie Syfu for TRESemmé created hair inspired by Diane Keaton from the movie Manhattan. She began by prepping hair with TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Root Boosting Spray, then divide the hair into four sections. Taking each section, tightly twisted the hair around an elastic to make 4 corkscrews. After fastening the corkcrews, hair was diffused with a blow dryer under high heat for 20 minutes. Once hair is cooled down, the elastics were released and hair was brished with a paddle brush for a gorgeous "permed" effect.

PS: Fun fact - Orbit (as in the yummy gum I am partially obsessed with) was an official sponsor of the Rebecca Minkoff spring 2012 show. Fresh breath as you tote your Morning After Clutch down SoHo? Yes please ;)
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MBFW Spring/Summer 2012: Backstage Beauty at Tracy Reese

Tracy Reese's flirty and feminine collection, was complemented with hair and makeup that channeled a classic 40's Hollywood look.

Courtesy photo

For the makeup portion, Mally Roncal and her team started off with her Perfect Prep Poreless Primer to create a smooth base for the foundation. Next she used the Ultimate Performance Professional Foundation all over the skin for a semi matte finish. For a non-shimmery, healthy flush, Mally used her 24/7 Blush in Medium high on the apples of the cheek. Finally, she set the makeup with with her Poreless Face Defender applied all over the face.

On the eyes, Mally applied Evercolor Starlight Waterproof Liner in Midnight on the top and inner lash line to create the illusion of thicker lashes. Two coats of Mally’s Black Volumizing Mascara were applied to the top lashes. To emphasize strong yet natural brows, Mally used her Brow Boost.

To create a multi-dimensional shade, Mally used Lip Magnifier in Fierce on the top lip and Lipgloss in Be a Peach on the bottom

Hair was created and executed by celebrity hair stylist Jeanie Syfu for TRESemmé. I got the beauty breakdown from Jeannie and TRESemmé and, of course, had to share.

courtesy photos

 Step 1: Apply TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Foaming Mousse to damp hair and flip head upside down, rough blow drying hair with fingers until completely dry. (Stylist note: if hair is on the frizzier side, use a brush instead of fingers)

Step 2: Flip head upright and starting from the nape of the neck, take 2" sections and mist with TRESemmé Thermal Creating Curl Activator Spray

Step 3: Roll each section of hair with fingers and set with a wide flat iron on high heat, then clip into place and continue setting the hair to the top of the head

Step 4: Once hair is cooled, remove clips and lightly mist with TRESemmé Fresh Start Volumizing Dry Shampoo and lightly brush through with a flat brush for an airy texture

Step 5: Take a section from ear to ear over the top of the head and then through to the center. On each side, using your hands, gather each section and over direct it upwards, rolling hair loosely above the eye level and fasten into place with hair pins. (Stylist note: to make the look more modern, try not to over style the rolls. Keep them a little loose and even)

Step 6: Pull the remaining length to one side of the head

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MBFW Spring/Summer 2012: Backstage Beauty at Jeremy Laing

Lead makeup artist Hung Vanngo touching up a model

For the Jeremy Laing Spring 2012, makeup artist Hung Vanngo created the look for MAC Cosmetics, focusing on the eyes with a bright yellow shadow.

On the skin, Vanngo and the team applied Mineralized Charge Water Moisture Gel with a #190 brush. Using the pro-performance sponge, Vanngo and the team applied MAC's Face and Body Foundation. As the eyes were the focus, MAC Cosmetics brought out a special palette where the Mocha cream color base was used topped with Three RingYellow eyeshadow from MAC's Fall 2011 Fall Colour. A highlight was applied on the cheeks with fingers in Cakemix. The look was finished with Haute and Naughty mascara.

model: Johanna Fesselius

For the lips, Vanngo and the team used another special palette in Naval as well as lip conditioner tube applied with a finger.

The hair, is very simple yet sexy all the way straight using little to no product.

model: Johanna Fesselius

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MBFW Spring/Summer 2012: Backstage Beauty at Erin Fetherston

model: Li Ming

Erin Fetherston's Spring 2012 collection was, of course, girlish but this season had a mod look and feel to it.

"The makeup was inspired by Mia Farrow at Truman Capote's Black and White Ball," makeup artist James Kaliardos for MAC Cosmetics told me. There were lots of false lashes, a charcoal eye. Think 60s meets 20s. In addition to the very deep eye, the artists used a coral, pale pink on the lips.

For the hair, Esther Langham (for Beauty.com) led a team of Alterna stylists to create a four different styles (a top knot, French twist and two ponytails - one to the side and the other to the back).

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MBFW Spring/Summer 2012: Backstage Beauty at Band of Outsiders

Unlike most runway shows, Band of Outsiders always creates TWO makeup looks inspired by the clothing. I spoke to Dick Page, Shiseido's creative director, about both looks and what he used to create them. Peep the video as well as a detailed beauty breakdown below.

Girl Boy

courtesy of Shiseido

Page prepped each model’s skin by applying Shiseido The Skincare Multi-Energizing Cream. After moisturizing, Page applied a wash of foundation to conceal any blemishes or redness. For cheeks, he blended a combination of the Shiseido Makeup Accentuating Color Stick in Rouge Flush (S4) and Glistening Flush (S3) together on the inside of his forearm. Using a wedge sponge, he applied the cream blush mixture directly on the cheeks. Taking a blush brush, he blended the blush on the skin, focusing on the cheeks and bridge of the nose to create a “slightly sunburned” effect. No powder or concealer were used on the face.

On the eyes, Page applied the Shiseido Makeup Accentuating Cream Eye Liner in Black (#1) to the top lash line and in the lower water line of the inner eye. After the eyeliner application, Dick brushed the Shiseido Makeup Perfect Mascara Full Definition to the top lashes only. Dick created a custom brow for each model by mixing together the Shiseido Makeup Shimmering Cream Eye Color in Sable (BR709), Patina (GR707) and Leather (BR306) and applying the combination to a clean mascara comb to finish the look.

Lastly, on the lips he applied Shiseido Benefiance Full Correction Lip Treatment to hydrate and condition the lip area. A wash of foundation was added to the lips and blotted with a damp base sponge to remove any natural color.

Girl Girl

courtesy of Shiseido

Page prepped each model’s skin by applying Shiseido The Skincare Multi-Energizing Cream. After moisturizing, Dick applied a wash of foundation to conceal any blemishes or redness. For cheeks, Dick blended a combination of the Shiseido Makeup Accentuating Color Stick in Rouge Flush (S4) and Glistening Flush (S3) together on the inside of his forearm. Using a wedge sponge, he applied the cream blush mixture directly on the cheeks. Taking a blush brush, Page blended the blush on the skin, focusing on the cheeks and bridge of the nose to create a “slightly sunburned” effect. No powder or concealer were used on the face.
There was no makeup application on the eyes. However, Page did comb out each model’s lashes with a mascara comb. Dick created a custom brow for each model by mixing Shiseido Makeup Shimmering Cream Eye Color in Sable (BR709), Patina (GR707) and Leather (BR306) together and applying the combination to a clean mascara comb to finish the look.
Lastly, he applied Shiseido Benefiance Full Correction Lip Treatment to hydrate and condition the lip area. He blotted the Shiseido Shimmering Rouge Lipstick in Temptress (RD320) on the lips, using his fingertips to diffuse the color.



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MBFW Spring/Summer '12: Backstage Beauty at Christain Siriano

A can't miss show for me during New York Fashion Week is definitely Christian Siriano. Watching him go from the super cute Project Runway contestant to a high profile designer has been amazing since you can see growth in his work. Backstage -- albeit tight -- was absolutely fun as I spoke to Aveda's Antoinette Beenders and Polly Osmond for MAC Cosmetics on the beauty look behind this seasons show.

According to Osmond the look was all about an "eccentric traveler." The girl is young and hippy-ish who does things that are kind of easy. (I'd love to be this girl!) With regards to the look, she applied it with her fingers - little to no brush usage - and sorts of "splodging things." She used a bright yellow color for the eyelids, adding in false lashes for a '60s effect. ON the cheeks was a rosy color making the face look a bit flushed. Lastly she topped off the look with M.A.C's "Innocence Beware," a beautiful nude color.

Antoinette Beenders, Aveda's Global Creative Director, told me that the look was very easy, beachy and 90s. She kicked off the look with Aveda's Volumizing Tonic applied to the roots, blow drying it in. Then she did a side part for a very chic, 60s look. Afterward she squeezed a powder (Aveda's Pure Abundance^TM Hair Potion), scrunching the hair as she did so. Finally, she curled the hair using a 1-inch curling wand, raking through the waves with her hands and misted the look with Brilliant^TM Spray-On Shine.

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NYFW Style Diary: Cocktails and Couture Party

Dress: Zara; Cardigan: Alexander Wang; Shoes: ???; Bag: Zara; Bracelets: Forever 21; Headphones: Urban Ears

Last weekend, I tinkered on over to the third annual Cocktails and Couture fashion week party, hosted by my good friend Lianne Farbes. As my first official NYFW party of the season, I took it as my chance to wear my newly acquired (and unbelievable cute) Zara dress and Alexander Wang cardigan (sample sale FTW!)

Spending the night sipping on dangerously fruity pink drinks and joking with good friends, I couldn't imagine spending my evening after hauling (okay, that's dramatic) backstage all day.

Stay tuned for more (in-depth) Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week updates. Don't forget to visit the MissWYA Facebook page where I've been uploading a shit ton of  pictures from backstage and events!

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Judith Leiber Sample Sale

enjoy :)

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MBFW Spring/Summer '12: Backstage Beauty at Peter Som

Backstage at the Peter Som Spring/Summer 2012 show I spoke to Aura Friedman, Wella Professionals Color Ambassador, on the inspiration and color for the hair this season. Not surprisingly the dip dyed hair trend seems to be going nowhere as the Som girl will be rocking locks of rose gold, peach, apricot and salmon. According to Aura, "the tones are strong and different but feminine." This is the girl who woke up and simply tossed her hair to the side and tucked hair behind head. "She's done but not overdone."

The look is a side part with the weft of the colored extensions peeking out, sort of like "spot highlighting."

Aura described this look as "dip dye but elegant and more wearable for the everyday girl," and can work on any skin tone.

Keying the show in the makeup department is the creative genius and extremely dapper, Tom Pecheux. Pecheux said the look was somewhat 60s-inspired with dewy skin and an intense violet "banana" shaped eye look. This season, Som and Pecheux wanted to play with color and bring some freshness to the runway since the models were so young. The clothing collection is full of bright, eye-popping looks so a fun look was definitely needed.

Pecheux calls the look "very Twiggy and powerful." It was about making the girl pretty, cool and young.

All makeup by MAC Cosmetics unless otherwise noted. Young Venus Extra Dimension eyeshadow was dusted on the lids with a 242 brush. Fig 1. and India Ink eyeshadows were used to make a hard, rounded crease with a 214 brush. Than he applied Pro Lash mascara and Rich Purple choreographic pencil lined under the eye. On the cheeks, Pecheux contoured with Sculpt & Shape powder. Peaches and Fleur Power was softly dusted onto the apples of the cheek with a 129 brush (one of the BEST brushes ever in my opinion).

One the lips, Pecheux and the team applied Innocence Beware lipstick, a creamy color, for a natural glossy stain.

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The Beauty Lover's FNO with Sephora

Fashion's Night Out isn't only for the fashionistas. Beauty lovers, Sephora has got enough events to get you from Soho to uptown and back again. Check out the full rundown of events featuring some of my favorite brands, such as Lancôme, Carol's Daughter and Urban Decay.

Sephora 5th Ave 597 Fifth Ave b/w 48 and 49
----Watch Supermodel Josie Maran Shoot Her New Campaign, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Meet Supermodel and Chief Chicological Officer Josie Maran as she shoots her latest campaign live in Sephora’s window. After, Josie will meet with clients to give beauty tips and tricks.
--- Groove with Carol’s Daughter “Spokesbeauty” Solange Knowles, 9:30 pm
Experience Carol's Daughter's styling bar while celebrity DJ Solange Knowles drops a beautiful beat. Starting at 6:00 pm, three stylists will provide four styling options, Mohawks, Fishtail Braids, Modern Updo and Hair Accessories, inspired by "spokesbeauties" Solange Knowles and singer Cassie.
--- Star in your own Smashbox Studios Photo Shoot 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Smashbox believes that life is your photo op and the world is your set—receive Smashbox color touch-ups before striking a pose with famed photographer and Smashbox co-founder Davis Factor.
--- Ask An Expert, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Calling all beauty enthusiasts! Have the chance to meet the most famed beauty experts in the industry on one of the most exciting and fashionable nights. Have your questions on hand and get ready to heed advice from these well-known industry names:

• Sarah Brown, Beauty Director of Vogue
• Wende Zomnir, Co-Founder & Executive Creative Director of Urban Decay Cosmetics
• Kate Somerville, Founder of the Kate Somerville Skin Health Experts Clinic in Los Angeles, creator of the Kate Somerville Skin Care line of products, and author of the book "Complexion Perfection"
• Oscar Blandi, hair extraordinaire and renowned stylist to the stars

---Meet celebrity esthetician Kate Somerville, 8:00 pm-9:00pm
Discuss your skincare concerns with celebrity esthetician and creator of Kate Somerville Skin Health Experts product line.
--- Talk tips with Nails Inc. founder Thea Green, 7:00 pm-8:00pm
Learn creative tricks from Thea, the founder of the most fashion-forward nail brand from across the pond. She’ll give tips on how to wear the hottest shades and special effects polishes.
--- Meet Actress Kate Walsh, 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Take a cue from Actress & Entrepreneur, Kate Walsh and receive the perfect red lip application from a Sephora Makeup Expert. Kate will be on-site to help clients choose the perfect red lip color. Meet Kate’s “Boyfriend” and get ready for a night out on the town.

Sephora 5 Times Square 200 West 42nd at 7th Ave
---True Blood® actress Kristin Bauer, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Get eternally glamoured by the tarte™ for True Blood™ collection, inspired by the HBO® series. Pose for a picture with True Blood’s Kristin Bauer or stop by for a makeover with tarte’s artistry team. Whether you’re a supernatural beauty or a vampy vixen, this collection contains versatile shades to take you from dawn to dusk, and well into the night. Plus, you’ll have a chance to win tarte™ for True Blood™ prizes, including the limited-edition palette, natural cheek stain and LipSurgence™ natural lip tint. Will you be turned?
--- Special Musical Performance by TV Star and Tattoo Artist Kat Von D, 9:00 pm
Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime, two song performance featuring tattoo artist, TV star, and beauty brand creator, Kat Von D on piano and vocals by Singer/Songwriter/Producer Linda Perry.
---Stand in the Spotlight with Caudalie Founders, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Caudalie founders Bertrand and Mathilde Thomas invite you to “Bare It All” for a Film Noir designed portrait shot styled by Mathilde, featuring personal items from Mathilde’s boudoir and photographed by Bertrand.
--- Explore body art designs with Urban Decay’s Wende Zomnir, 9:00 pm-10 pm
Urban Decay’s cofounder and executive creative director Wende Zomnir will be on hand to show off their exclusive Fashion’s Night Out Starlight Glitter Body Art and new fall makeup collection.
---Curl Consultations by Ouidad’s team of Stylists, 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
A team of Ouidad experts will offer complimentary hair styling with looks borrowed from the runways, curl consultations, product recommendations and free product samples for hair of all textures.

Sephora Times Square, 1500 Broadway b/w 43 and 44
--- Meet Actress Kate Walsh 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
--- Meet Lancôme Video Makeup Artist Michelle Phan 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Celebrate the launch of the Lancôme HYPNÔSE Doll Lashes Mascara with Michelle Phan, Lancôme video makeup artist and YouTube™ sensation.
---Expert Advice from Park Avenue dermatologist, Dr. Sadick 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Come in for a personalized skin consultation with one of the top dermatologists in the country, Dr. Neil Sadick. Turn back the hands of time and reveal flawless, gorgeous skin, no appointment necessary.
--- Get perfect brows by Anastasia herself 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Meet famed eyebrow queen Anastasia Soare and her team of brow and makeup artists who will help you to achieve the perfect brows and eye look as seen on the runway with step by step demonstrations.
---Hair Styling by ghd Starting at 6:00 pm
Be styled by the best from ghd’s artistic team and learn how to use your ghd styler to create the fashion forward looks inspired by Katy Perry and the Era’s Collection.

Sephora Soho 555 Broadway b/w Prince and Spring
--- Love Your Lashes with Make Up For Ever Starting at 6:00 pm
MAKE UP FOR EVER encourages you to embrace your love for lashes by creating custom faux lashes at the first-ever “Lash Lounge.” Lash Tenders will be on-hand to help you choose your favorite lash style and more! For those in need of a little inspiration, MAKE UP FOR EVER is also creating an official Fashion’s Night Out inspired lash that will be available for purchase at all nine locations. Lash purchase required for participation.
--- Meet the Stila Pro Team Starting at 6:00 pm
Sit down with the Stila Pro Team at the Beauty Studio and get a makeover and personal consultation while Stila’s professional fashion illustrators sketch your very own iconic Stila Girl.
--- Rejuvenate at the Fresh Lip Lounge Starting at 6:00 pm
Pamper yourself with high performance bath, body and lip products from Fresh at the Fresh Lounge. Sit back, relax and indulge in the menu of services all featuring your favorite Fresh products.
--- Get your hair styled by Rita Hazan 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Rita Hazan adds a splash of color to kick off Fashion’s Night Out at Sephora Soho! Join other fashionistas as they get to the root of hair coloring and styling from the renowned celebrity colorist, and watch as a professional graffiti artist transforms a canvas using Rita Hazan Root Concealer.

Sephora Union Square 45 East 17th Street b/w Union Square West and Park Avenue South
---Meet Jewelry Designer Tarina Tarantino 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Meet accessories designer Tarina Tarantino and be the first preview the new TARINA TARANTINO Sparklicity Holiday Collection presented exclusively at Sephora! While there, enter the sparkle factory, pose for photos with Tarina’s Sparkle girls and enter for a chance to win a sparkling assortment TARINA TARANTINO accessories and beauty items.
--- Get a Laura Mercier Makeover 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Update your makeup look with the help from the Laura Mercier team with a special appearance by Global Brand Ambassador Matin Maulawizada. As one of the most sought after fashion and celebrity makeup artists, Matin is on hand to give you a new flawless look and pose for a photo.
--- Discover GLO Science at Sephora 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Meet America's oral-health expert and GLO Science founder Dr Jonathan B. Levine, DMD. Experience the groundbreaking, teeth whitening technology with the first ever at-home whitening system— using Guided Light Optics heat and light innovation—for professional quality results. Clients who receive a personal smile consultation with Dr. Levine will also get a free extra GLO Brilliant Whitening Mouthpiece when you purchase a GLO Brilliant Personal Teeth Whitening Device so you can share a brilliant smile with a friend, especially for Fashion’s Night Out!
--- Face-Time with Dr. Murad, Starting at 7:00 pm
America's Dr. answers your personal skincare questions during one-on-one client consultations.

Sephora Flatiron 119 Fifth Avenue at East 19th Street
--- Meet Simone Legno, creator of tokidoki Starting at 6:00 pm
Watch as tokidoki designer and Italian artist Simone Legno brings his collection to life as he creates a giant mural inspired by the upcoming 24-Karat holiday collection. While there, pose for photos with “24 karat gold” male models and enter for a chance to win a tokidoki 24 karat skateboard deck signed by Simone Legno ($60 value).
--- Lash-Out with Hourglass, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Desire femme fatale lashes? Stop by the lash clinic hosted by beauty expert Carisa Janes and sample the new cult eye product: Film Noir Lash Lacquer.
--- Get your skincare questions answered by DDF's creator, Dr. Sobel 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Dr. Sobel answer’s your personal skincare questions during one-on-one client consultations
--- Styled by Sultra Starting at 6:00 pm
Sit down for a free styling session with Omar Lopez and his team of hairstylists, and experience Sultra's new 3/4" bomb shell curling iron.

Sephora 34th Street 130 West 34th Street b/w 7th and Broadway
--- Meet Celebrity Makeup Artist from “The Rachel Zoe Project” 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Learn A-List secrets behind Paparazzi Proof makeup looks from celebrity makeup artist, Joey Maalouf. Treat yourself to TEMPTU’s signature red carpet look and get ready to stop traffic with your Flawless Radiance.
--- Express Yourself with NAILS Inc. 9:00 pm
Meet and greet Thea Green, founder of one of UK’s most fashion forward nail brand that just landed at Sephora and get tips and tricks of how to wear the latest nail trends. While learning about this coveted nail collection, Sephora invites you to get polished at the new Sephora Nail Studio Art + Lacquer featuring XpresSpa.
--- Meet Clarisonic creator and treat yourself to a mini facial 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Find out about Clarisonic’s cutting-edge technology firsthand with a complimentary mini-facial. When you are finished pampering you skin meet creator Dr. Robb Akridge to learn more about this breakthrough skincare system and be introduced to the new Clarisonic Mia Skyline, exclusive to New York City.

Sephora Lexington 711 Lexington Avenue b/w East 57 and 58
--- Meet Tokyo's Hello Kitty designer Yuko Yamaguchi 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Meet Tokyo's Hello Kitty designer Yuko Yamaguchi and Hello Kitty. Be the first to see the new Hello Kitty Film Noir Holiday collection presented exclusively at Sephora! Make your FNO Hello Kitty purchase even more memorable and enjoy free engraving on select Hello Kitty items.
---Dr. Gross Answers Your Skincare Questions 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Dr. Dennis Gross, dermatologist to the stars, rolls out the red carpet and provides one-on-one skin consultations. While there also receive an express facial dubbed “The Park Avenue Peel”!
--- Get Brow Beautiful with Benefit Starting at 6:00 pm
For one-night-only, purchase Benefit Brows A-Go-Go Kit and receive complimentary brow arch services from a professional on-site Benefit Aesthetician (with $50 purchase of the kit). Go-go your way to glam and get top tips from Benefit National Brow Experts and Benefit Brand Authority Maggie Ford Danielson.
--- Lip Envy with Bite Beauty Starting at 6:00 pm
Get a complimentary session with a Bite Beauty professional makeup artist. As an added bonus, get sneak peek of two new sets exclusive to Sephora this fall! The first 1,000 people to make a BITE Beauty purchase on that night will receive a free gift!

Sephora Columbus Circle 10 Columbus Circle on Broadway b/w 58 and 60
---Get your photo taken with the Buxom Girls Starting at 6:00 pm
Go for the bold and embrace vivid color with the help from Buxom and Bare Escentuals. Take your pick from a variety of stunning lip shades of Buxom® Big & Healthy™ Lip Polish and bareMinerals® Pretty Amazing™ Lipcolor and pucker up for the camera! Just for trying, you’ll receive a sample of Buxom Lash Mascara to go along with your luscious look-at-me lips.
---Have a portrait drawn with Peter Thomas Roth’s new liner Starting at 8:00 pm
Let Peter Thomas Roth show you how to achieve lashes to die for and get your portrait drawn with his new eyeliner. Artists will be on hand.
--- Achieve glowing skin with St. Tropez tanning experts Starting at 6:00 pm
Learn how to get the perfect faux glow/ a flawless faux glow from St. Tropez team of skin-finishing experts. They will be providing arm and leg consults.

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Your Guide to Fashion's Night Out from A-Z

The day has arrived shipmates! It's Fashion's Night Out, the honorary kickoff to Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. The event started in 2009 by Vogue's Anna Wintour and CFDA President, Diane von Furstenberg, as a means to get people motivated and start shopping at the height of the recession. Now this has turned into a global event where brands, celebrities and consumers can shop, party and do so looking fabulous. There are a bajillion (not a word) events going on in New York City (and online!)so I figure I might as well let you know about it right?

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Amika will partner with Bloomingdales on Fashion’s Night Out to create an exclusive amika: styling station. Receive complimentary hair-makeovers and have the opportunity to document your transformations with before and after photos or videos that can be uploaded instantly to facebook and twitter. 6:00pm to 11:00pm, Bloomingdales Soho

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Banana Republic: Graffiti6 will be performing at Rockefeller Center

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Christian Louboutin: Frederic Fekkai stylists will be on hand at Christian Louboutin boutiques to create glamorous evening coiffures. Guests are invited to add a touch of glamour to their hairstyle with Fekkai stylists on hand to pin, tuck, brush and adorn to their heart's desires. Stylists will polish off sophisticated tresses with a beautiful, signature flower, chosen especially for the celebratory spirit of the evening. For an extra dash of glamour guests will receive custom made lashes for the complete FNO look along with a giftbag including a Fekkai 4 oz Glossing Cream and gift card to the salon for a blow out. 6pm-11pm; 59 Horatio Street, New York, NY 10014; 650 North Robertson, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 27 Highland Park Village, Dallas, TX, 75205

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Essie: free manicures at the Teen Vogue block party located on Bleecker and West 11th Street

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Frederic Fekkai Fashion’s Night Out Pre-Party: Get pre-FNO pampered at Frederic Fekkai 5th Avenue, where two exclusive service packages will be offered:
-- “A Fekkai Night Out” includes a blow out, polish change and makeup application for $75 ($170 value).
-- A Swarvoski Crystal Manicure starting at $54
4pm-7pm; Frederic Fekkai Fifth Avenue, 712 Fifth Avenue, 4th floor, New York, NY 10019. To schedule an appointment please call: 212-753-9500

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Join GUESS and NYX Cosmetics and Guess for a coast to coast Fashion’s Night Out celebration. NYX Cosmetics will be on-site providing touch-ups and mini-makeovers for guests at the below select GUESS Store locations from 6pm-11pm. GUESS Rodeo, 411 N. Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; GUESS 5th Ave, 575 Fifth Ave, New York, NY 10017; GUESS Soho, 537 Broadway, New York, NY 10012; GUESS by Marciano Soho, 514 Broadway, New York, NY 10012

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Hair Rules founders Dickey and Kara present an exclusive evening of beauty and style at the Hair Rules salon, the only hair care destination that caters to your unique texture. Joined by actress/singer Adrienne Bailon and TV personality Julissa Bermudez, Dickey and Kara invite guests to mingle and talk hair over complimentary Remy White cocktails. The first 100 attendees will receive a complimentary Hair Rules Hydrating Finishing Cream or Hair Rules Blow Out Your Waves — Go-to products for gorgeous camera-ready hair. Additionally, those who purchase a Hair Rules product that evening will be entered to win a complete hair makeover inspired by Adrienne and Julissa’s signature styles courtesy of Dickey and his team of texture experts. 7-10 PM; Hair Rules Salon 828 Ninth Avenue, between 54th and 55th Streets, 2nd Floor, 212.315.2929

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Juicy Couture: at the 5th Avenue flagship, celebrity DJ Alexandra Richards will spin tunes while Vogue’s Fashion News Editor, Emily Holt, will offer style tips on the latest fall trends at Juicy. In addition, the fashion industry’s most coveted models including Ruby Aldridge will act as guest “cashiers” throughout the night for adoring Juicy fans. As a special exclusive, this year, Juicy Couture has aligned with Parsons The New School of Design to offer a unique experience for Fashion’s Night Out shoppers. Ten of the school’s top design students will be on hand to create one-of-a-kind FNO and Juicy Couture illustration keepsakes. All evening, Juicy Couture will be surprising and delighting customers with treats, Fall fashion, and the re-launch of best selling fragrance Viva La Juicy, celebrated in a new ad campaign shot by renowned photographers Inez and Vinoodh and featuring model Sasha Pivarova. 7:00 PM - 9:30PM, Juicy Couture Store 650 5th Avenue at 52nd Street New York, New York

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Kiehl’s Since 1851 Karaoke Karnival ft. AJ McLean (former Backstreet Boy...ahhhh!!!). Surprise celebrity performances throughout the night. Raffle prizes awarded hourly and all singers to receive a complimentary Lip Balm #1. Cocktails and Carnival Catering to be provided. Kiehl’s Since 1851 New York Flagship store, 109 Third Avenue at 13th Street

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L’OCCITANE Celebrate Fashion’s Night Out in Provençal style at L'OCCITANE's new Meatpacking District and Soho boutiques. Both locations promise to transport New York fashionistas to the south of France, offering a “Passport to French Style.” Vive la France with these Provençal perks:
--- French fare and chilled rosé
--- Complimentary hand massages to relieve overburdened arms carrying shopping bags
--- An exclusive Riviera-inspired tote bag filled with L’OCCITANE’s beauty essentials
Ending the evening in true French Style, L'OCCITANE will raffle off the crème de la crème of all prizes: a complimentary stay for two at the luxe Provençal hotel and spa, Le Couvent des Minimes, where the winner and a friend will be pampered from head to toe amidst the region’s iconic lavender fields.
L’OCCITANE Meatpacking District: 48 9th Avenue (between West 14th St. and West 15th St.); L’OCCITANE SoHo: 146 Spring St. (between Wooster and West Broadway)

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M·A·C Cosmetics
--- Kick off the night at M·A·C’s SoHo store starting with the soaring vocals of Beth Ditto, the
fiercely bobbed fashion go-go girl whose talents as sultry singer and muse own the stage and
rule the runway. Enjoy backstage makeup touchups with a M·A·C artist and listen as Ditto
unleashes her magic on the mike in a special 3 song set. 8 PM Performance at M·A·C Cosmetics SoHo, 109 Spring St. @ Mercer Street
--- Anonymous performance artists Gill & Jill Bumby will provide “Fair and Honest Appraisals of Your Appearance” with nothing more than their typewriters and charming wit at
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM at M·A·C Cosmetics Times Square, 1540 Broadway bw 45th and 46th
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM at M·A·C Cosmetics SoHo, 109 Spring St. @ Mercer Street

Macy's Herald Square:
--- Lancôme spokesmodel Arlenis Sosa will be overseeing “doll lash” makeovers from 6-8 p.m. All looks will be at the hands of the stores’ talented makeup artists.
--- The Sean John shop-in-shop at Macy’s Herald Square will be transformed into a VIP club/lounge. Two of the country’s latest celebrity DJ’s, DJ Politik and Power 105.1 DJ Envy, will get the party started and spin the hottest tracks all night long. Guests will interact with male models wearing the latest fashions from the men’s collection and female models showcasing the new women’s collection as well as Sean John’s newest women’s fragrance, Empress by Sean John. The first 100 guests who make a purchase of $75 or more will receive a Sean John i-Phone/i-pod Touch case as a gift with purchase. 7:00PM to CLOSE, Floor: Men’s 1 ½, Seventh Avenue

Maybelline: For the second year in a row, Maybelline New York will serve as the official beauty sponsor of Fashion’s Night Out. The brand’s Color Studio Hot Spot will be set up at Gansevoort Plaza in the Meatpacking District on FNO. Guests will be treated to complimentary mini-makeovers and Great Lash Mascara giveaways and can have their very own Maybelline New York moment by having their picture or video taken post-makeover. A special kiosk will be set up for easy uploading to social networking sites. Maybelline’s FNO event will also include a live music set by DJ Chelsea Leyland and an appearance by fashion visionary Patricia Field, who will be giving away limited edition Great Lash Mascara t-shirts she designed for the occasion in honor of Great Lash Mascara’s 40th birthday. Maybelline spokesmodels including Erin Wasson, Kemp Muhl, Shu Pei Qin, Lisalla Montenegro and Jessica White will be on hand to sign tubes of Great Lash and share their stories about America’s favorite mascara. Maybelline is also throwing a west coast Fashion’s Night Out event at the Beverly Center in Los Angeles.

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NARS introduces Silver Odyssey, a coupling of two exclusive products, Via Crispi Larger Than Life
Long-Wear Eyeliner ($23) and Space Odyssey Nail Polish($17) created in honor of Fashion’s Night Out 2011. Unique and richly pigmented, the metallic silvery hues are celebrated with an iconic visual by Guy Bourdin, which will be displayed at the NARS flagship boutique in New York City and select retail
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The Plaza Beauty
In honor of the 3rd annual Fashion’s Night Out, The Plaza Beauty will host an exclusive night of gorgeous giveaways, amazing offers and complimentary pampering. Visitors will have the chance to win a Jemma Kidd Make Up School bundle worth $300, as well as luxurious products and accessories from the likes of Caron, Azagury Fragrance, Debra Sylar Jewelry and more. The Plaza Beauty will also be raffling off free makeovers every hour to be used within 3 months in store. Beauty experts from Goldfaden Skincare will be in-store treating guests to rejuvenating hand exfoliation massages. Shoppers will also receive complimentary gifts from prestigious beauty brands such as, LuMesh, BECCA, Whish, Antica and Infusion Organique, with any purchase. One W. 58th St. New York, NY 6pm-11pm

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QVC
---Heidi Klum is unleashing her inhibitions this fall as she unveils WILDLIFE by Heidi Klum, a new fashion jewelry collection for QVC.

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Join Redken for their first-ever FNO event between 4-8pm and prep for the night by getting your hair done while enjoying champagne and & light fare! The REdken team will also be rafling off 6 bags full of $250 of Redken products during the evening!
WHERE: The Redken Gallerie, 565 Fifth Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets
WHAT: Consumers can shop for Redken and Pureology products, if they spend:
-$20 they receive a free full-size sample of our new All Soft Argan-6 oil, in salons in October.
-$40, they receive the product and get invited upstairs for a complimentary hairstyle and for food, refreshments, and fun!

Ric Pipino is having a Fashion’s Night Out prep party in the new salon on 57th Street from 10am - 8pm on Sept 8th where they would love to have you in for complimentary hair styling, blow outs, mani’s, spray tanning, mini facials and more.

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--- Lancôme spokesmodels Elettra Wiedemann will be overseeing “doll lash” makeovers from 6-8 p.m. All looks will be at the hands of the stores’ talented makeup artists.
--- To celebrate the inspiration behind their new fragrance collection, the ancient spice route, Molton Brown will have tarot card reader, Mystic Michelle, present to help customers take a journey of their own into the future from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Guests who have their cards read will receive a complimentary luxury miniature sample from the best-selling Body Essentials core collection while supplies last. Additionally, customers who have their cards read and make a purchase of $140 or more will receive an exclusive Fine Fragrance sample gift set while supplies last.
--- A special personal appearance by Frederic Fekkai unveiling the Hair by Fekkai - Life by You cinematic campaign. 6pm-8pm on the 8th Floor

-Space NK: Experience the new and exclusive Sai-Sei collection. Space NK will donate 15% of Sai-Sei proceeds across all of their 22 US stores and website to the Japanese Red Cross Society. This is in addition to an initial donation of $10,000. Sai-Sei is a highly therapeutic collection of nine soothing and indulgent home spa essentials inspired by the the Japanese onsen.
Space NK SoHo Flagsip Location, 6pm:
--- Tata Harper will be there for a complimentary skincare consultations and you’ll be able to create a one of a kind sample of Calendula, Borage and Arnica Oils harvested straight from Tata’s farm
--- Meet brand founders Lipstick Queen’s Poppy King and Kirsten Kjaer Weis, along with makeup artists from Ellis Faas and Laura Mercier

--- SOLSTICE Sunglass Boutique will present a Giorgio Armani “Frames of Your Life” event and photo exhibit during Fashion’s Night Out in New York City on Thursday, September 8th from 6:00 - 10:00pm ET in its Meatpacking District location located at 48 Ninth Avenue. There, shoppers can discover the new Giorgio Armani “Frames of Life” Eyewear Collection and the compelling “Frames of Your Life” advertising campaign through pictures taken by famous bloggers around the world, including Yvan Rodic, the world-renowned street photographer/blogger behind the famed fashion site Face Hunter, who will personally be onsite at the event to photograph guests.

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Thymes.com is offering a special promotion for the night. Log onto www.Thymes.com between the times of 6pm and 11pm EST and receive a complimentary Bergamot Vert Hand Cream with any purchase (no minimum purchase required) with the code, “FNO”. The Bergamot Vert Hand Cream replenishes over-worked hands with a deeply hydrating dose of shea butter, aloe vera and antioxidant vitamin E, while the cold-pressed zest of radiant bergamot, freshly squeezed citrus and crisp balsamic cypress leaves them freshly scented. Don’t miss this opportunity to try one of the newest editions to the Thymes fragrance family, Bergamot Vert.

Tiffany & Co. is celebrating Fashion’s Night Out by transforming their flagship store into a 70s Glam discotheque to celebrate the launch of the ERA collection.During the day, models will be handing out Tiffany Blue cookies decorated with QR codes. The codes will reveal an invitation to attend a special performance by Leighton Meester and Check in the Dark. In addition to her performance, DJ Kiss will be on hand to play 70s tunes that will set the mood for Temptu airbrush artists and the Andy Warhol-inspired photo booth.

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UNITE Hair: Stop by Karen Millen, located at 114 Prince Street in New York City, to participate in a free “Styling Session.” At the store, consumers will get head-to-toe makeovers with wardrobe provided by Karen Millen and hair makeovers provided by a UNITE Stylist. After, consumers will be invited to take a photo for a chance to win a Karen Millen shopping spree. The first 30 customers to arrive at the Karen Millen store will receive gifts from UNITE and one lucky fashionista will win a piece from the Karen Millen 30th Anniversary Collection!

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Vane x Fashion's Night Out: Up to 20% off, giveaways, contests, food & refreshment. Music provided by Tiny's Giant Sandwich Shop, curated by Jason Scott. 6PM TO 10PM, 125 RIVINGTON STREET

Votre Vu VuBAR, a customized, 27-foot Airstream, will be stationed in front of the Soho House on 9th Ave between 13th and 14th Sts for what promises to be a truly French fête. The famed VU-Lin Rouge MC will wrangle crowds to watch authentic performances by French Can Can girls and a contortionist, and a photographer will be on hand to document the revelry and snap photos of guests with performers. In addition to sampling Votre Vu’s handcrafted, French-made skincare, guests can taste SnapDragon Beauty Beverage chilled in an ice luge and distributed by Votre Vu’s very own SnapDragon Sprite.

VICTORIA’S SECRET: Models Adriana Lima, Alessandra Ambrosio, Erin Heatherton, Lily Aldridge host a customer event offering makeovers, a photo opp and a fragrance preview. From 6pm - 11pm at the Victoria’s Secret SoHo store - 591 Broadway (between Houston and Prince Streets)

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