Sexy Eyes and Second Day Hair, Backstage at Cynthia Rowley

Backstage at Cynthia Rowley I taped a video for the Style Coalition interviewing the lead hairstylist with Redken, Rita Marmor. As soon as it's posted I'll put it up so you can all see it. I absolutely love doing on camera work!

For now, I'll tell you about the look. It was great second day hair. A texturized tucked under pony tail with the front piece sectioned into a triangle and pulled straight back.

The makeup was hot.  It was perfect for going out late night in the city.  I got the scoop from Charlotte Willer, the lead makeup artist with Maybelline on the inspiration and how-to get the look.  The perfect skin is compromised of 50% powder and 50% foundation.  The main focal point were the eyes.  The key to achieving the sexiness a was outlining the eye on the top and bottom on the outside and inside of the eye and blending it with the finger.  Spiky lashes were a must and they were created with layers of Maybelline Falsies Mascara.

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Boyfriend Approved Beauty: Redken Natural Rescue Collection

We all want healthy, shiny hair, as our mane is one of our most alluring features.  As a matter of fact, 72% of men said that a woman's hair was the sexiest when it's shiny, according to a survey by the UK Telegraph. Well according to my boyfriend, it also has to smell good!  (I guess when I push to day three of not washing it he can tell, oops).  Well let me introduce you to a collection that that helps me achieve shine and great smelling locks whether I wash them or not.

Redken recently came out with a hair care line called Natural Rescue that's completely free of parabens, sulfates and silicones and uses plant and marine extracts to remove buildup, while helping to nourish and refine your hair so I've been putting it to the test. The line consists of Refreshing Detox Shampoo, $16, Refining Sea Polish, $19, Cooling Deep Conditioner, $17, and my favorite, the Radiant Sea Spray, $17.  The Radiant Sea Spray is like  an orgasm in a bottle.  Yes, it does actually add texture to my fine, lifeless hair, but it's a "Boyfriend Approved Beauty Product."  Now that's a beauty award! The spray has fragrance capsules in it that when touched, are activated and give off a very light, refreshing scent.

You can find Redken products at Redken salons near you.

Experience Backstage at Rosa Cha Through Video

I've been covering NY Fashion Week since my editorial job with Cosmopolitan magazine five years ago now and each season I have a new found appreciation for the art that goes on behind the scenes.  This year, I focused more on video and mixed it into my editorial because I wanted you to experience backstage just like I do. Watch as Ric Pipino explains how to get the chic chingnon and Nadine Luke of MAC explains tips on how she created the bold, colorful bird inspired look:

Hair:

Makeup after the jump...

Betsey Johnson Stays True to Herself for “Le deTour Betsey”

There’s nothing in the world that compares to a Betsey Johnson show. It is a true spectacle, and I was lucky to have the chance to attend her latest runway presentation. The vivacious designer always goes over the top, and her Spring/Summer 2011 collection consisted of her signature crazy neons and clashing patterns. The inspiration behind the collection was simply taking a bike ride through New York City. Sarah Lucero, the lead makeup artist for Stila said, “The look is optimistic, happy, and colorful.” Lucero wanted a “bright, bold green eye”  and accomplished it by wetting Fiji Palette no. 5 eyeshadow and painting it on like a thick paint splotch.  To complete the face she used a hot pink hue on the cheek and Caprice Long Wear Liquid Lip Color (another bold pink) on the pout.

Check out my pick of Betsey...

Nonie Creme, the Founder and Creative Director for Butter London of Beauty.com, created a fun, rainbow sherbet inspired color for the models nails. She applied a Pepto Bismol-like pink color, then Royal Navy, followed by a mustard yellow shade on the tip. “The idea was to create a very pop-art, retro kind of fingernail,” she said. (They did use press-on nails for obvious reasons).

Peter Gray for Redken was the lead on hair, and he was going for an athletic/punk and get this – a road kill vibe. The models sported a mix of dreadlocks, teased waves, and spiky hair. Even though there were a variety of looks, they all sported visible hair bands in bright hues throughout the hair that were made of the same light and loose material as hosiery.

Lead manicurist, Creme told me, “Betsey isn’t driven by global trends--you have to love her commitment to her customer,” and I have to agree. Betsey proves that whimsical, girly clothes don’t have an age, and most importantly, that fashion should be fun!

Halston Kicks Off the Season with A Natural Look

Worn by Sarah Jessica Parker (who was at the show tonight), and other hot celebrities; Halston is one designer that knows how to set trends. Despite the down pour the show went on and the audience was packed at Gladstone’s Gallery in New York. Halston showed off their designs and fresh, natural look for this season. I went backstage for Beautysweetspot to get all the tricks of the trade in creating what the pros called – the perfect natural look. Inspired by the 1960’s and 70’s, MAC’s head makeup artist, Amora, shares a few secrets in creating a “no makeup” look. The team dabbled on foundation with a brush in a circular motion to polish the skin while giving it great coverage.  For a natural flush, Amora applied blush with her fingers in the center of the models cheek. The eyes lashes were absolutely amazing, and I found out the secret is to make sure the mascara’s brush is spikier and rubbery, similar to a comb. To get these lashes apply lots of product and separate the lashes one by one with brush. To do this take the mascara brush and bend up in layers to separate and lengthen. To complete the natural look, skip the eye liner.

Every girl knows that hair is the most important accessory worn with any outfit. Head hairstylist, Bob Recine and the Barex Style Team had two looks for the models at this year’s show. First, they started with Barex Gloss Strong Hold Mousse, which was applied to damp hair for added volume. The hair was then center parted and blow dried straight. Their bangs were pinned back creating a “V” shape to help... avoid lift. The look was completed by using Barex Gloss Hairspray to make sure all the strands stayed perfectly in place.

The second look was a sophisticated bun. The bun was created by first having two pig tails. Recine created the look by twisting the pig tails back and forth like a figure eight. He then used bobby pins to hold it in place.

Lead by Pattie Yankee, Dashing Diva once again proved they owned the runways – opting for a natural look that wouldn't clash with the designs. Two coats of the shade East River View was applied on light skinned models and  one coat of Chelsie in the Buff on darker skinned models.  Halston’s look this season of natural, fresh, makeup, hair, and nails is perfect for any woman to wear to work, running errands, or simply having brunch on Sundays.

Less is More at Walter

Known for his contemporary clothes that easily transition from day to night, Walter Baker is certainly a force in the fashion industry. The models sported a surprisingly laid back and unfussy look. Lead Sebastian stylist, Janine Jarman, opted for a very clean and healthy look. All of the girls wore their hair down, with a simple, middle part tucked behind their ears. (She gently put one mini bobby pin right by the ears to make sure that the hair remained in place).  “It’s a juxtaposition with the collection, which is a bit more fun and undone, and a mix of fabrics, textures, and colors,” Jarman said of the look. Prior to blow drying, she sprayed Volupt, a new Sebastian volumizer from the roots to ends. The goal was to get maximum volume, but still have it be touchable, so it didn’t appear that there was anything holding up the hair.  “It’s funny, some of the easier looks take a bit more work so that they can look effortless,” Jarman remarked.

For makeup, Napoleon Peredis wanted “instant gratification and satisfaction” to compliment the very chic Walter collection. Using all of his own products, Peredis created “a freshness all over the skin," which he claimed was "a very easy look that a New York girl can do in an instant....”

Peredis used products from his own collection including Auto Pilot Pre-Foundation Primer, Boudior Mist Spray Foundation, Barely Blushing- Barely Rouge lip finish, and Mesmer-Eyes Mascara.

When I asked him how to translate this runway look to real life (you know... for girls like us), Peredis could not have been more optimistic. He said to use primer, (once again uttering his mantra “not to prime is a crime!”) and instructed to put on mascara first followed by spraying on foundation, and opting for lipstick or a bare lip.

I was a huge fan of the silky straight hair of the models, which was the perfect choice since so many of the clothes had asymmetrical silhouettes and layers. The makeup and hair stayed true to Walter’s modern aesthetic, and was a good counterbalance to the rough, downtown edge of some of the clothes. Even from the runway, the looks appeared not so difficult to achieve- despite the hours put in by the stylists- and this wearability is what makes Walter such a standout designer.

Teen Choice Awards: Lea Michele's Sex Kitten Hair

I can't get enough of Glee's Lea Michele lately and it seems like the rest of the world can't either.  Last night at the Teen Choice Awards, the bombshell looked more than fabulous in a short, sequin Naeem Khan dress paired with nude Fendi wedges and a Dior clutch, but what really caught my attention was her sex kitten hair.  The nominee's bodacious curls were done by Mark Townsend who gave me the step-by-step. “Lea and I often pull inspiration for her looks from a variety of fashion, beauty and Hollywood imagery.  But for the Teen Choice Awards, Lea was the inspiration," commented Townsend. "She’s young, modern, smart and sexy and her look really reflected that sensibility. It was a bold choice – we’ve never done this kind of super volume before, but it looked gorgeous."

To get Lea's look, start by evenly applying a volumizing mousse like Dove Body & Lift Volumizing Mousse and blow drying with a round brush.  Once dry..,. divide your hair into five sections (one top, two sides and two back) and curl one three-inch section at a time with a double barrel curling iron.  Try Baybliss Pro Double Curling Tong.

Once curled, warm up a frizz control cream in between the palms of your hands and rake it through your locks with your fingers.  I like Dove Frizz Control Therapy Taming Cream.  This will make your curls shiny and give them a beachy texture.  Finally, flip your head upside down and hit it with a finishing spray.

Study: Women Change Hair 104 Times During Lifetime

Boredom and breakups are two of the most popular reasons women change their hairstyles. Thinking back, I've definitely had my fair share experimenting with cuts and colors.  From blonde, to chunky red highlights and as of late a brunette I forever change my hair color due to boredom – and I think I finally found that my natural color (deepened a little of course) suits me best! According to a survey by hairdresser Andrew Collinge, a woman will change her hairstyle 104 different times throughout her life, with most of the changes happening between the ages of 13 and 65.

"Women have always used their hair as a way of altering their appearance as it often has the greatest impact visually," Collinge said.  "Hopefully, with the help and advice of their hairdresser they are making these smaller changes to a style which already suits them --hence reaching almost 100 styles."

Changing your hairstyle is probably the safest and easiest adjustment to make to your physical appearance.  Check out Victoria Beckham's hairstyle timeline above.  When trying to re-invent yourself for any reason... what are your other options?  Piercings? Tattoos? A wardrobe upgrade?  If you have a hairdresser you can trust, chances are they know what suits your face shape and complexion best and can always make tweaks to refresh your look – leading up to over 100 styles in a lifetime!

Why do you normally change your hair style or color?