Chanel Spring/Sumer 2012 Haute Couture Show Makeup
Photography: Vincent Lappartient

Blue is one of my favorite colors and dark eyeliner as well, so obviously I love the Chanel Spring/Sumer 2012 Haute Couture Show makeup. Peter Philips, Creative Director of CHANEL Makeup created the runway beauty looks, and we all know we’ll go cray for the nail polish. How pretty is the Sky Line nail color? I love the name too!

Skin prepared with HYDRA BEAUTY SERUM Hydration Protection Radiance (available April 2012)

The Complexion:
- PERFECTION LUMIERE Long Wear Flawless Fluid Makeup SPF 10
- ECLAT LUMIERE Highlighting Face Pen
- CORRECTEUR PERFECTION Long Lasting Concealer
- POUDRE UNIVERSELLE LIBRE Natural Finish Loose Powder

The Eyes:
- EXCLUSIVE CREATION ILLUSION D’OMBRE Long Wear Luminous Eyeshadow in Apparition and Destination (available July 2012)
- EXCLUSIVE CREATION LE CRAYON YEUX Precision Eye Pencil in Bleu Aérien (available July 2012)
- STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF Long Lasting Eyeliner in Marine
- LE CRAYON KHOL Intense Eye Pencil in Marine
- CRAYON SOURCILS Sculpting Eyebrow Pencil
- INIMITABLE WATERPROOF Mascara in Black
- RECOURBE CILS DE CHANEL Precision Eyelash Curler

The Cheeks:
- JOUES CONTRASTE Powder Blush in Rose Ecrin

The Lips:
- ROUGE COCO BAUME Hydrating Conditioning Lip Balm
- LE CRAYON LEVRES Precision Lip Pencil in Natural
- ROUGE COCO Hydrating Crème Lip Colour in Superstition

The Nails:
- EXCLUSIVE CREATION LE VERNIS Nail Colour in Sky Line (available July 2012)

* The Exclusive Collection BLEU ILLUSION will be available at specific points of sales in July 2012

By: retrogurl
Posted: 01.26.2012
Categories: beauty/fitness

Kate Moss for MANGO Spring/Summer 2012 Ad Campaign
Photos courtesy of MANGO

I knew MANGO was up to something when Kate Moss showed up at its Fall/Winter 2011 fashion show in Paris and also filmed a video with Terry Richardson for the show. MANGO announced that Kate Moss will be the star of its new Spring/Summer 2012 campaign and of course photographed by Terry Richardson. The styling was done by Géraldine Saglio, while Charlotte Tilbury and Odile Gilbert were responsible for make-up and hair, respectively.

This season, the brand is opting for a graphic contrast between clean and unstructured lines. In counterposition to this fluidity and cleanliness of lines, we can see a clear 60s influence, particularly in the dresses. Lightweight, pleated and gathered fabrics which offer movement and present a fresh, new and feminine proposal for this season. As a contrast to these pure lines, we are introducing a more casual line in which we are bringing together artisanal elements from various ethnicities and blending them with sportswear details to give them a very simple and urban look. Tie-dye, abstract prints and patchwork in indigo and yellow tones with unwashed effects.

Here are two images from the ad campaign and also two behind-the-scenes photos as well. More to come! She looks fabulous in anything, love her! Do you like Kate Moss in MANGO?

By: retrogurl
Posted: 01.25.2012
Categories: celebrities, fashion, mango

Elizabeth and James Spring 2012 Collection
Photos courtesy of Elizabeth and James

Although I can still see snow on the grounds of NYC I’m dreaming of Spring from Elizabeth and James‘ new lookbook. For Spring 2012, “Elizabeth and James embarks on a nomadic adventure perfect for the girl who needs instantly chic options for her urban jungle. From mixed tribal prints to activewear inspired separates, this season combines garçon chic appeal in slouchy silhouettes, and day-to-night fabrics.”

The neon pops, menswear trousers, palazzo pyjama pants and suits are all looking so fresh. Love the flirty mix of men’s tailoring and femininity in the suiting and footwear. And how cute are the Spring sunglasses paying homage to free-spirited style icons of the ‘60s and ‘70s, and the fuchsia visor? Love it all! You can shop E&J at shopbop.com. Love what Mary-Kate and Ashley does as always!

By: retrogurl
Posted: 01.25.2012
Categories: fashion

The Eve of the Dragon...

Happy Chinese New Year! Took these photos on Chinese New Year’s Eve before having family dinner, it is very important to spend quality time with the fam on this day. Had a great family get together and had some yummy food. And of course I had to wear a pop of red for good luck! Wishing everyone luck in the Year of the Dragon! I’ll post my big Chinese New Year feast photos in the next post!

outfit: h&m dragon tattoo hooded jacket (c/o h&m), monki sweater, hudson nico mid rise super skinny in python (c/o hudson), chanel jumbo caviar flap bag, prada minimal baroque sunglasses (c/o luxottica), theyskens’ theory taylor booties (my friend got them for me at the sample sale!)

By: retrogurl
Posted: 01.24.2012
Categories: fashion, rockin' today

Sally Hansen Salon Effects Valentines Day 2012

Valentine’s Day is around the corner and Sally Hansen will be releasing limited edition Salon Effects prints for the special occasion. The are five flirty prints for the special day: Are You Single? (a pink swirl of hearts and arabesques), Speed Dating (multi-sized pink hearts against a white background), Love Always (a print of love phrases and hearts), How Romantic! (pink, purple and red plaid) and Cross My Heart (pink x’s and hearts). Available starting in February 2012. I want all of it! You can buy these for $9.99 at Duane Reade, Amazon.com and Target.com.

By: retrogurl
Posted: 01.24.2012
Categories: beauty/fitness

Céline Summer 2012 Handbags
Photos: Céline

If you’re as obsessed with Céline like me (who isn’t?), I’m sure you’ll appreciate this post. Seriously Phoebe Philo can do no wrong, so obsessed! If you like any of the bags, you should call up your trusty SA asap for it! The Luggage, Phantom and Classic Box don’t stick around for long. What’s your thoughts on the dark and rich colors for Summer 2012? Do you like any?

By: retrogurl
Posted: 01.23.2012
Categories: fashion, handbags

MAC Vera Collection

Spring seems far away since I feel like winter hasn’t even really arrived yet but we can all dream a little. MAC‘s new Vera collection makes me happy…

Brilliant butterflies, flashy florals and gorgeously geometric graphics…A colourful collaboration between M·A·C and the artist known worldwide as Vera, who merged fine arts with linens, murals, textiles and silk scarves in her punchy, painted patterns. Now in shades plucked straight from her most lavish prints, M·A·C Vera embraces the luxe, lighter-than-air spirit that delivers the kind of startling, look-at-me statement that defines what it means to be an instant classic. Limited Edition.

M·A·C Vera Available February 9, 2012 through March 1, 2012. More pics after the jump…

By: retrogurl
Posted: 01.23.2012
Categories: beauty/fitness