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Red Lipstick that Stays Put When You Pucker Up, Secrets from Backstage ‘Anything Goes’ & MAC Cosmetics

Wednesday night I had the pleasure of joining MAC Cosmetics at Anything Goes on Broadway to celebrate the launch of their new collection inspired by the show, Hey, Sailor. An hour before the show we had a private meet and greet with the Lead Makeup Artist, Angelina Avallone.  The look embodied the 1930′s classic theme of the show: romance, hope and happiness, but what caught my attention was that every woman in the cast wore an effortless red lip that lasted through all the kissing and didn’t transfer onto the man.  Here’s how and a peek at the new MAC Hey, Sailor collection.

Met Gala Approved Beauty Trend: Vampy Lipstick

Tonight at the Met Gala, perhaps one of the most high fashion events of the year, the biggest names in the industry along with Hollywood’s most talented walked the red carpet donning their most glamorous attire.  One beauty trend that couldn’t go unnoticed was the plethora of dark lipstick that coated the pouts of Jessica Alba, Camilla Belle and Lana Del Rey.  They were all sporting a vampy lip look to compliment their metallic gowns.  Here’s how to get the look.

How to Sculpt Your Face in 3 Simple Steps

Earlier this week I was sitting in what I like to call “Beauty School,” a MAC Pro Master Class lead by world famous makeup artist, James Kaliardos, (he’s done VogueAllure and V magazine covers as well as every celeb imaginable from Gaga and Madonna to Lenny Kravitz).  I sat taking note of all of his application tips and tricks, but my eyes lit up when he began explaining how to use makeup to mimic Oprah lighting.  Oprah lighting!

NYFW Beauty Trend: Matching Lips & Tips

This season one of the biggest trends I’ve spotted backstage is matching nails and lips, which means it’s going to be super hot for fall.  Backstage at Zac Posen where models wore striking, yet classic red lips and nails, I had the chance to catch up with my friend and MAC Makeup Artist,Kerri Blair to chat about the look.

Video: Backstage with the Glam Squads During NYFW