There were two things that I hated as a child: floral dresses and the color red. The former was too girly for me, the latter too bold. That’s why as I grew older I shunned bright shades for my full lips, even though I loved the color on celebrities and “grown-ups.” My mother’s red shades…
The Metropolitan Museum of Arts Annual Costume Institute Gala, dubbed “The Oscars” of fashion, took place in New York City last night. The theme for the evening was “Punk: Chaos To Couture,” and it served as inspiration for a myriad of fascinating looks. Designers, who walked in arm-and-arm with their muses, either fully embraced the…
This is going to sound silly, but it never occurred to me to purchase eyeliner in a shade other than black or brown until last summer—like 10 years into wearing makeup. For some reason, whenever I saw a blue or purple liner I thought those colors were for non-black women who wanted to accentuate their…
AJ Crimson is a legend in celebrity makeup artistry, having worked with Pat McGrath in Paris, on set for Vogue Magazine and as the go-to beauty wizard for such celebrities as Fergie and Letoya Luckett. His career naturally progressed into product development with Kissable Couture, a lip gloss line he founded with Forest Whitaker’s wife,…
It’s tempting for some women to hide behind the transformative powers of makeup like concealer and foundation. But when it’s time to go makeup free like Kelly Rowland did this week, you can look just as beautiful without the aid of cosmetics. Bare-faced beauty is about achieving healthy skin and taking care of your body…
Sharing an eye color with over half the world’s population doesn’t mean you’re destined to blend in with the crowd. Brown and hazel eyes look amazing in a multitude of colors because they play neutral and don’t compete the way blue and green eyes do. If you’re into playing it safe, those with warm, chocolate-colored eyes can…
From Rip The Runway host to Victoria’s Secret angel to Kanye West’s Phoenix to red carpet muse, supermodel Selita Ebanks does it all while maintaining a sexy, feminine and alluring beauty look. If she isn’t walking the runway showing off her killer legs, she’s shutting down a red carpet and turning heads with her striking…
Makeup experts and aficionados alike were thrilled when news spread that Sam Fine was the new Creative Makeup Director at Fashion Fair. Sam Fine has over twenty years of experience as a top celebrity makeup artist, responsible for painting the faces of such Hollywood stars as Vanessa Williams, Jennifer Hudson, Queen Latifah, Naomi Campbell, Tyra…
If you’re one of the many black women whose face erupts in acne if she tries the wrong makeup, don’t feel alone. I understand your pain. The health of our skin should be paramount to achieving any makeup look and often, the quality and brands of products can compromise that health. When considering what makeup…
The holiday season calls for festive makeup and photo-ready visage. For a holiday party or date night with your significant other, highlighting can brighten up your skin and create a beautiful, natural-looking glow. Here are some steps for highlighting like a professional: -Start with a light, shimmery highlight color (usually golden-toned, or a sheer beige)….
