At the Emmy Awards, all eyes were on Jane Krakowski, star of NBC’s 30 Rock, as she evoked ‘50s Hollywood glamour with a modern twist, showing off a chic textured chignon, created by celebrity stylist Creighton Bowman of Exclusive Artists Management. “My inspiration for Jane’s red carpet look was all about her dress—Jane likes to pay homage to Hollywood’s golden era,” says Creighton. “The sophisticated, one-shouldered dress called for a look with Grace Kelly’s cool elegance. Adding a textured, beachy finish to Jane’s hair gave a simple chignon a sexy, up-to-the-minute edge.”

Here’s how Creighton heightened the allure of a classic style with modern texture:

• For all-over softness and luminous shine, I started by spraying hair with René Furterer Okara 2 phase leave-in protective conditioner. The anti-fading formula helped to protect Jane’s beautiful blonde hair color, and kept it looking vibrant.
• For adding more lift and “a day at the beach” texture, I sprayed hair with Sachajuan Ocean Mist at the roots. Then I applied René Furterer new Vegetal mousse on the ends and at the hairline.
• Using a medium round brush, I gave Jane’s hair a basic round brush blow-out. Then I sprayed hair with René Furterer Naturia dry shampoo to enhance the natural texture.
• Next, I pulled Jane’s hair into a ponytail, positioning it on the middle of the back of her head, and secured it with an elastic band. The ponytail was wrapped into a chignon and pinned into place.
• I finished with an all-over misting of L’Oréal Elnett Satin Hairspray. The soft texture kept the chignon from looking too sleek—in all, an effortless, loosened-up, star-worthy look for the 2010 Emmys!

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Fashion Night Out has become, in the past few years, almost as big as Fashion Week. And this season, they are going bigger! With event planned all over New York City, each one more appealing than the other, FNO will be a blast. But how do you choose to which events to go? Well, whatever your itinerary might be, make sure to spot by the 5th Avenue Sephora to meet Tarina Tarantino, the “Queen of Irreverent Luxury.”

She will be making her way to the store to give it an added sparkle and introduce you to her favorite time of day, the Magic Hour. This Fashion’s Night Out, Tarina Tarantino herself will show us her creative inspiration featuring a special one-hour DJ set by Tarina starting a 9:30PM. This musical experience inspired by her new galactic Starchild Odyssey Collection will be a truly out-of-this world experience!

• Magic Hour with Tarina Tarantino
• Time: September 10^th, 9:30 pm
• Location: Sephora 5^th Avenue
• 597 Fifth Avenue (between 48^th and 49^th Street)

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As a former educator, you know that I know first hand the hardship and struggle that comes with being a teacher. Thus I was extremely happy to learn of SpaRitual‘s partnership with Trash for Teaching, a non-profit program that collects clean and safe cast-off materials from manufacturing process (which would otherwise become trash) and repurposes them as education resources in Los Angeles area school districts.

How? They are donating $.50 for every HandPrint sold to Trash for Teaching. But you’re not only helping this noble cause – you’re also hydrating and restoring the skin on your hands with this beautifully-scented and ultra-rich salve.

Made with 76% certified organic ingredients such as aloe ferox, marula oil, honeybush, shea butter, and citrus spice essential oils, this hand salve works great on super dry and chapped hands or as an after gardening treat.

HandPrint is available for $18 at fine salons and spas nationwide.

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Bioré Skincare is joining forces with the hottest fitness craze, Physique 57, whose celeb fans include Kelly Ripa, Zooey Deschaneland Karolina Kurkova. The exclusive program is currently only available in NYC and LA but now Bioré is bringing the fitness phenomenon across the country… offering the ultimate Physique 57 workout and the ultimate cleansing experience with Bioré Makeup Removing Towelettes for FREE.

When you arrive at the Physique 57 class, you’ll receive a Bioré Makeup Removing Towelette to remove your makeup. These cleansing cloths remove even the most stubborn makeup and do not leave behind a greasy residue, ensuring a clean start to every workout. A Physique 57 instructor will then lead each class through the program’s signature muscle-defining arm exercises, intense thigh and seat sequences, waist-chiseling ab moves and fluid stretches that create a long and lean dancer’s body. All sessions are absolutely free.

Biore will offer 3 classes in each of the below cities:

• 9/20 – New York kick off with Physique 57 co-founder Tanya Becker
• 9/23 – Miami
• 9/28 – Seattle
• 9/30 – Portland
• 10/5 – Chicago
• 10/7 – Austin
• 10/13 – Philadelphia
• 10/14 – Washington, DC
• 10/19 – San Francisco
• 10/21 – San Diego

To reserve your spot, please register for the class at www.biore.com/usa/physique57tour. Walk-ins will be welcome, if space allows. Attendees will receive a sample size of Bioré Makeup Removing Towelettes and a coupon towards a future purchase.

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When it comes to cooking, I’m not one to take shortcuts – I make my own broth, my own tomato sauce, my own salad dressing. But I have to admit that I’m absolutely in love with Trudeau’s new Garlic Duo ($19.99).

This bad boy does everything I can with with a knife in a fraction of the time it takes me. It slices perfectly and minces like a pro. The handles are soft and ergonomically designed, making it easy to dice tons of garlic for sauces and such. Then you just pop it in the dishwasher and voila! Done and done!

Trudeau Garlic Duo is available in red, green, and indigo. Check out www.trudeaucorp.com for the store nearest you.

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The days of black or white hair brushes and combs are over. Ed Hardy (whose designs are everywhere now!) has just launched a line of Vintage Collage Brushes & Combs that is sure to add a little style to your brushing routine.

Super affordable ($7 – $15), these sleek and brightly adorned brushes and combs come in 8 different designs, including wide tooth combs and, my favorite, brushes with heat resistant bristles. I was just using mine at the gym this week and several people stopped by to ask where I got it, making me feel like a super star! Toss the Pop Up brush in your bag, too, and you can brush and style IN style anywhere!

Ed Hardy Vintage Collage Brushes & Combs are available at www.ulta.com.

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Summer is slowly but surely coming to an end. But I refuse to accept it. I’m still walking around the city in flip-flops and straw hats. Keeping me company? Three Custom Color’s Getaway Collection.

Made up of 5 incredibly evocative shades, bound to send you right back to summer vacations, these lipsticks are formulated with vitamin E, grape seed oil, jojoba oil, shea butter, and avocado oil to keep your pout moist, soft, and youthful. Check out the colors!

Bora Bora

Santorini

Copacabana

Majorca

St. Tropez

What do you think? Any favorites?

The Getaway Collection is available for $21.50 each at www.threecustom.com.

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Fans of the brand Make Up For Ever, or members of the cult following, will rejoice over the travel set for the haute beaute crowd. Three of the brand’s High Definition bestsellers–the Elixir, the Microperfecting Primer, and the Microfinishing Powder–are now available in sizes that will easily fit into your regulation-sized plastic baggie.

The Kit is great for anyone who wants to try out some of the brand’s most beloved products without making a huge investment. I loved the sample of the HD Elixir so much that I’m considering splurging on the regularly-sized product! The Microperfecting Primer and the Microfinishing Power are beauty bag staples, too, but nothing that knocked my socks off. Next time you’re traveling to LA or NYC for the bright lights and camera, make sure to throw one of these sets in your carry-on.

Make Up For Ever HD Complexion Travel Kit is available for $29 at Sephora stores.

by Lisa Lewis

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Overlooked by me for a few weeks now, I finally got around to trying the summer-inspired collection by SpaRitual called Soulful. This discreet, small, simple yet divine collection reflects nature’s warm pink sunsets, coral reefs and pale blue skies. I know what you’re thinking: perfect!

SpaRitual founder Shel Pink was on to something here. “Summer is the perfect time to slow down and simplify life,” she says. I say “bring it on.” I need this simplicity in my life year-round! The three shades are inviting and uplifting, and can be customized to look sheer or vibrant. Check it out:

Pure of Heart: a sheer neon pink that is delicate without being childish. I used 3 coats to get a brighter shade.

Full of Life: a perfect vintage blue. Not too powdery, not too aqua, not too blue.

Love & Happiness: my favorite in the collection, this might be the coral rust orange I’ve been looking for my entire life.

SpaRitual Soulful Collection is available for $10 at fine salon and spas nationwide.

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Ladies, I’m excited to share with you my newest find in my neverending quest for well-behaved hair. On a whim, I decided to pick up the new Schwarzkopf Got2B Smooth Operator Lustre Lotion ($6), and I’m sure glad I did.

Got2B Smooth Operator Lustre Lotion is a cashmere-infused styling lotion that is designed to shape, smooth, control frizz, soften, and protect hair from heat styling and UV damage. It does a pretty good job at it, too! My hair is super thick and naturally defiant, so I need a product that not only controls my hair but lasts. I’m pleased to report that even on the second day, this lotion stands up to the test.

Oh, and don’t underestimate the benefit of UV protection! You know it’s important to keep your skin shielded from the sun’s harmful rays, but it’s equally as important to shield your hair. Sun damage can cause hair to become dry and brittle, plus it can fade color.

Ready to snag your own? The entire line of Schwarzkopf Got2B Smooth Operator products can be found in most mass merchandisers and drugstores.

by Jessie Stocker

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