BeautySweetSpot — Jeannine Morris

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Top 5 Looks of the Golden Globes

The Golden Globes red carpet had me blown away tonight!  I couldn't decide on my absolute favorite look.  I think it's a tie between Charlize Theron's sexy deep-V Dior gown paired with a glamorous headband and Jessica Alba's super feminine strapless Gucci, but I saw so many chic styles that I had to show you my top five. Jessica Alba in Gucci

Nicole Richie in Julien Macdonald

Angelina Jolie in Atelier Versace

Charlize Theron in Dior

Katherine McPhee in Donna Karan

*Photos courtesy of BellaSugar

A Lust Worthy Winter Hat

Winter hats aren't just for warmth and this Eugenia Kim cloche hat proves it. The moment I laid eyes on the rich burgundy felt I knew I had to have it. It was definitely a splurge, not a must-have, but the modern style looks so cute with my black pea coat and I love that I get to wear it multiple times a week if I want to. Here's a cute one from Bloomingdale's that's not quite the same splurge and even better yet, it's on sale for $34.  What do you think of wearing fashionable hats in the wintertime?  Yay or nay?

Maybelline's 2012 Calendar is Very Gaga-esque

I have to get my hands on this! Maybelline created a calendar for 2012 featuring top super models Erin Wasson, Julia Stegner, Kemp Muhl, Zhang Ziyi, Jessica White and Emily DiDonato whose daring glittery and neon looks were created by the one and only, Makeup Artist, Charlotte Willer.  The wardrobe was styled by Sex and the City stylist, Patricia Field. Check out the behind the scenes video of the shoot after the jump!

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Red Blazer Obsession

I pull together most outfits with a fitted black blazer but all fall and winter I've been swapping it out for a red one. I love the bold, confident vibe it gives off and just can't get enough of it.  If there's one piece in my wardrobe I wear way too much, it's definitely this one. I scored it at Zara for under $100 and I love the way it looks with a printed top, black skinny jeans and tall boots.  What do you think of the look?

Taylor Swift & Nicki Minaj Talk Beauty at the Billboard Women in Music Event

Yesterday I had the pleasure of reporting on the red carpet at the Billboard Women in Music Awards thanks to Crest 3D White, where Taylor Swift and Nicki Minaj were honored. They were both incredible to talk to!  Check out highlights from the event including video interviews with both songstresses after the jump! Taylor Swift was named Billboard's Woman of the Year!  As she stood up to accept her award she said, "Out of all of the day dreams I've had as a child, I keep taking a step back and saying, I guess this is what it looks like."  She was so gracious and poised.  She speaks about her New Years Eve look, love for Ralph Lauren Rugby and new bangs in the video below.

Taylor Swift Red Carpet Video:

Nicki Minaj was awarded Billboard's Rising Star and told me on the red carpet what her next beauty project is (video below).  While accepting her award she said, "I'm no different than any other struggling artist that tried one last time."  She was so honest and real.  It was great to see this side of her.  She also spoke about her wigs saying, "Hair changes my mood. It's not always about how I look, it's about how I feel. It does something to my brain, I can't stop!"

Nicki Minaj Red Carpet Video:

 

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Sneak Peek! Victoria's Secret Fashion Show Finale

I bet you can't wait to watch the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show tonight on CBS! Neither can I, but since I saw it live, I caught a bit of the finale on video just for you!  Enjoy after the jump! 

The Very First Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

There were no angel wings at the first Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in 1995.  Held a The Plaza in NYC, it was streamed online and the no-name models casually walked the runway in regular bras and underwear and even (gulp) kimonos.  Tomorrow night on CBS we'll witness more confetti, supermodels and musical performances than ever.  My, have the times changed! Take a look at the video from the very first VS Fashion Show after the jump! Here's the video of the first ever Victoria's Secret Fashion Show:

 

VIDEO: Victoria's Secret Fashion Show Backstage Beauty Report

Yesterday I went backstage before the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, which was held at the 69th Regiment Armory in NYC, and got the scoop on the secrets behind the Angel's glowing skin, bombshell waves and scored an interview with high fashion model, Liu Wen. Check out the video interview I did backstage with Lead Makeup Artist, Tom Pecheux, and find out which products he used on the models after the jump!

Here's a shot of the main products used to create the look.  Before applying foundation, Pecheux massaged each of the model's skin with Rodin Face Oil to moisturize and awaken it by stimulating circulation.

Pecheux wanted to create a believable tan complexion and used Victoria's Secret Baked Mineral Bronzing Powder in Glitterati across the models' faces in places where the sun would hit (cheekbones, chin, nose and brow bone).  He then blended Victoria's Secret Luminous Mineral Blush Duo in Starlet into the apples of the cheeks and up into the temples to make the tan look natural.

Inspired by Marilyn Monroe, the eye had a thin line of liquid liner and lashes were real!  Tons of mascara.  To finish, he used Victoria's Secret Very Sexy Lipstick in Wisper with a top coat of Very Sexy Lipgloss in Sublime.

Check out the video for the real deal:  

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3 Grooming Commandments from Hollywood's Leading Male Primper

While Hollywood's leading ladies have a whole glam squad on hand for any red carpet event, the men are known for their long term monogamous relationships with their groomers.  Last week I had the chance to grab a cup of tea with the one trusted groomer to all of the funny guys, Cheri Keating.  I'm talking men like Seth Rogen and Jonah Hill... and oh yea, she also primps one of Hollywood's finest, Robert Pattison.  She gave me the three top grooming commandments your boyfriend should follow to make sure his image is always on point.

1. He Shall Have Matte Skin

"Whether men are on camera or not, no man wants their skin to look dewey," Keating remarked.  She uses Lab Series Oil Control Daily Hydrator on Jonah Hill and some of her other clients before touching up their makeup for films.  "I like it because there's no break through shine."  While some men act like they don't care about skincare, if you introduce your man to a mattifying moisturizer and compliment his lack of shine, he'll thank you (and continue using it).

2. He Shall Maintain His Sprouting Hairs

The best way to prolong a haircut is to help him do at-home shape ups.  "His image can really be bumped up by simply removing the hair around his neck," Keating said.  Is your man 30 or older?  Be on the lookout! Keating wouldn't tell me which clients she does this for (to spare them embarrassment), but he has to start ridding random ear, nose and brow hairs.  You don't have to remove them, but you may have to kindly point them out.  It's all about maintenance.

3. He Shall Shop Sophisticatedly (and Tailor)

Even the funny guys mature.  Seth Rogen started his career wearing baggy jeans and a t-shirt on the red carpet and landing summer time comedys and since he's tightened his image and his suits, he's being cast in fall indie dramas.  Of course, this change is about his total image, but his clothing alone gives off a different message.  "Every man should own well cut T's and perfect fitting pair of jeans," Keating commented.  I agree.  Any man can wear a suit, but a well tailored suit gives off the message of sophistication.

 

Shop My Ali Ro Style

A few months back I posted about my partnership with Ali Ro and this month you can shop my style on their e-commerce site.  My fave dress was the Grey Sequin Scoop Back Mini and I highly suggest that you snatch it before it sells out.  Afterall, holiday parties are right around the corner.

Runway Review and Interview: Naeem Khan

The Naeem Khan Spring/Summer 2012 show was by far my favorite show of the season. The show opened to a grungy rock and roll version of Marilyn Manson's, Sweet Dreams, which was a beautiful contrast against the glamour of the high fashion gowns that owned the mirrored runway.  The energy was electric and the audience, left in awe. Red beaded gowns with intricate detail, black tulle dresses, printed floral ball gowns, lace off the shoulder gowns, high slit skirts with ruffles, low back beaded tops and an ostrich feather skirt were all part of the collection.

After the show I had the opportunity to speak with Naeem Khan in the American Express Skybox.  "With my collection, it's all about the emotional connection," he said.  "The moment a woman feels glamourous in my clothes is the connection."

His inspiration for the collection was modernizing Old Hollywood and adding some touches of Spain.  Even though a ton of work goes into each collection, Khan was working on this for two and a half months and it took ten days to make.  He worked closely at his privately owned factory in India with 45 seamstresses, 10 craftsmen, 10 embroiderers and then sent the fabrics and designs about 600 people in the factory to make the actual creations before they were sent to the US and finalized.

Khan was anxious to tell me and other Amex card holders about his collection and I was excited to learn about the making because I hope one day he makes my wedding dress!

*This post is sponsored by American Express, but my thoughts and actions are honest.

Runway Review: Wayne

Tonight I ventured over to Milk Made Studios to catch the Wayne show at 7pm.  Typically, shows start late, but this one didn't start until about  7:45 and after a long day running around between shows in 80 degree weather, I was a bit cranky.  That is until I saw the first look – of course. A silk white tuxedo dress effortlessly glided down the runway, (which the designer, Wayne Lee, told me was her favorite look of the show), and all of a sudden I was in a complete trance.  This season, Lee collaborated with Benjamin Degen, a painter she always admired to created a blue and white rope print seen on various cotton and silk dresses and tops.  Black, leather bomber jackets complimented girly flowy skirts and the color palette used was black, white, sand, bone and sky blue.

My favorite part was that the hair was roughly texturized and mattified into a series of braids that created an updo that created a nice contrast against the beautiful silks and gentle cottons.

After the show I was able to speak with Lee, who is about to have a baby!  When asked what was next for her she commented, "Learning how to integrate my personal life into my work life and constantly evolving and expanding my collection."  A children's collection in the future?  Probable.

*This post is sponsored by American Express, but my thoughts and actions are all honest.

Runway Review: Ohne Titel, I'm Obsessed

Today at Milk Made Studios I discovered Ohne Titel, which by far was one of my favorite shows of the season to date.  Anna Wintour watched without her sunglasses and occasionally gave nods of approval and I sat front row directly across from Anna Dello Russo.  The collection was full of strong colors and graphics, all together a feeling of optimism. I arrived early for the show and hung out at the American Express VIP Lounge where Kenneth Tepper of the Ric Pipino Salon threw some curls in my hair.  I swear it was the curls that landed me the front row seat!

Pistachio and buff hues were complimented with bright red, cobalt blue and yellow colors and each look that came out was more jaw dropping than the next.  This was the first season the designers, Alexa and Flora showcased prints and really embraced evening wear.  My favorite look was a red gown with a winged back worn with red gladiator flats.

Post show I was able to talk to the designers about the collection and they were super excited that they had such a good turn out.  Two words:  Anna Wintour.  "We're going to Paris next,"  they exclaimed. Turns out, this fashion show was just a preview of what's to come. Vogue and the CFDA is sponsoring Ohne Titel and sending them to Paris for the months of September and October to showcase their collection.  Lucky ladies!

*This post is sponsored by American Express, but all of my thoughts and actions are honest.

Runway Review: Carlos Miele

I was lucky enough to check out the Spring 2012 collection of Carlos Miele which had long flowy dresses, vibrant prints and bold gold accents.  Miele wanted to create an artificial paradise filled with fluid lines and sculptural forms.

The jewelry was by Ivanka Trump and models wore long tassel necklaces backwards to showcase the open backs of the grecian style dresses.  I need to add one to my collection.  As you can tell the hair was slicked back to showcase the fresh faces to go along with Miele's vision.  Which look is your favorite?

Presentation Review: L.A.M.B.

Before we get started I wanted to take a moment to thank the NYPD and FDNY as they are the true heros and that we will never forget 9/11.  With that being said, the L.A.M.B. collection was dedicated to the people of New York on the 10th Anniversary of 9/11.

L.A.M.B. delivered tall two-toned top knots, extreme cat eyes and fun prints for Spring 2012.  With a wide array of fun prints and bold accessories, in true Gwen Stefani style.   With a cupra sandwash jumpsuit and bold statement piece by nOir for L.A.M.B. made what looks like a mechanic uniform a true fashion statement.

The piece that needs to live in my closet is this gorgeous one shoulder dress with the zig zag pattern and high slit.  The stacked bangles and wedges adds versatility so you can rock this outfit from day to night.

I had to share a close up of the hair and makeup.  If you want to make your top knot stand out, why not add some fun extensions in maybe pastel purple or pink?

Side note: If you haven't noticed from my daily Gwenified makeup I'm a huge fun of Ms. Stefani and I'm am so excited that I was able to share the deets with you guys!