MAC Cosmetics Senior Artist Gregory Arlt used the equestrian hats from the Monarchy show as an inspiration for the wide, diffused eyeliner. He wants to keep the ladies a bit unwound, but still chic. Taking the focus off too much makeup, the cheeks and lips were left as nude/minimalist as possible. The key products from this show wer MAC's Face & Body foundation, as well as Cream Color Base in Shell.
MAC Cosmetics took us backstage for the Fall 2009 Verrier runway shwo. I had the great pleasure of listening in as Key Artist Makky describes the eyliner-intense look. If you just mastered a full eyeliner look, now it's time to apply and remove the center, if you're looking to recreate the dramatic look. Be on the lookout for a sneak-product-preview: check out blue flame eyeshadow, used to create this look, while it's still being tested backstage at NYFW.
The Lorick collection was...interesting. The fabrics came off as cheap, though I appreciated the color combinations. The only Gossip Girl cast member who made the trip far west was Amanda Setton, also known Penelope on the show. The presentation was great, and reLYME and I appreciated the simplicity of the accordian accompanyment, as we were directly next to the speaker. Check out the video and judge the collection for yourself.
Dashing Diva (the Barbie dream house of nail salons) were the experts responsible for the deep burgundy nails. The color, called Mulberry Street, is part of Dashing Diva's new Manhattan collection. Check out the backstage images below.