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Fashion Week Trend to Watch: Out-There Eyeliner

Miriam Lacey — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06:13:49 PST

Winged eyeliner is always in fashion, but next season's looks take big, bold liner to new (literal) lengths. From hyper-extended lines at Zac Posen to Cleopatra eyes at Altuzarra, designers have sent out a bevy of gorgeous, innovative eyeliner looks you'll want to try for yourself. There's no need to wait until September to enjoy these, so check them out now.

The Many Reasons You'll Love Rachel Roy's Dirt-Inspired Beauty Look

Jaime Richards — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:09:00 PST

Rachel Roy looked to something rather unconventional when working with the makeup and nail artists at her Fall 2012 presentation - and that something odd was dirt. Yes, dirt. But there was nothing icky about these beauty looks. See why you'll fall in love with the designer's soil-inspired style now.

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It's Easy to Make Your Own Carolina Herrera-Inspired Headband

Jaime Richards — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 15:10:00 PST

Carolina Herrera is known for her classic yet dramatic pieces, so it just makes sense that her Fall 2012 hairstyles would reflect that aesthetic. Working with Orlando Pita (at Orlo Salon for Moroccanoil), Herrera's models walked the runway with coiffures he described as "really graphic, but not too romantic."

And while it's probably not practical to wear the big-time bouffants seen in the show, there's an easy way to get the gist of the style at home. Learn how to pump up the volume and to make your own Herrera-style headbands now.

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Take Our Fun-Filled Valentine's Day Fragrance Survey!

Jaime Richards — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:11:45 PST

Valentine's Day and perfume go hand in hand, but one person's prized potion collection is another person's splitting headache. Since perfume is so subjective, we'd like to hear what you have to say about it. Take our Valentine's Day-inspired survey now, and tell us all about what your nose knows.

Get a Vintage Chic Updo Like Alicia Keys

Anna Monette Roberts — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:47:18 PST

Alicia Keys is on par with Dita Von Teese when it comes to great vintage-inspired hairstyles, and her victory roll/pompadour updo at the Grammys was one of the show's standout looks. Fekkai celebrity stylist Adir Abergel created the look for Alicia, and now he's broken down exactly how he did it. See all the angles on Alicia's retro look, and find out how to do it yourself.

Fashion Week Trend to Watch: Messy Braids

Miriam Lacey — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:49:49 PST

Everyone loves a pretty braid, but creating perfectly smooth plaits is difficult, verging on well-nigh impossible for those of us with layers. Which is why the disheveled braids coming down the runway are good news. They're pretty and fashion forward, but they allow for plenty of loose strands, not-quite-right crossovers, and stuck-out pieces, too. It's a braid new world, so don't be afraid to adapt some of these styles for yourself.

Tracy Reese Creates a Look "For Normal People"

Annie Tomlin — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:57:50 PST

Need even more proof that street style is having a huge influence on the runways? Look to Tracy Reese, who went for what she calls an "accessible" look. That's not to say that the collection or beauty look lacked polish, though. Though the styles weren't overly complex, they were cohesive as a whole. "The clothes are meant to be worn by normal people," Reese said. "When the complete look comes together, it sends a head-to-toe message." Read on to see how that look came together.

Zac Posen Dazzles With a Geisha-Inspired Style

Jaime Richards — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 21:52:00 PST

Zac Posen's Fall 2012 beauty look was the kind that had beauty editors everywhere talking. Incorporating Asian-inspired detailing from the collection, hair and makeup artists added Geisha-like elements for a style that was as daring as it was chic.

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See All the Prettiest Manicures From the Grammys

Miriam Lacey — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 21:27:55 PST

The Grammys are always an exciting evening for music, but with nail art fans like Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, and Adele in attendance, they're a pretty great night for manicures, too. See all the best-looking nails of the night, from Taylor Swift's short and simple look to Gaga's talons and Adele's surprising polish job.

All the Gorgeous Grammys Makeup Up Close

Miriam Lacey — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 21:26:55 PST

The Grammys are one of the biggest nights in music, and even typically casual performers take it very seriously, dressing up to the nines for their red-carpet appearances. Take a close up look at all the amazing eyeliner, glamazon false lashes, and cool lip color the stars wore for getting glammed up this year.

Lela Rose Gives Us Fashion Week's Most Elegant Beauty Look

Jaime Richards — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 20:13:00 PST

When it comes to ladylike ensembles with a pop of the unexpected, Lela Rose is a prime example of how it's done. And the designer's Fall 2012 beauty look incorporated all of the above, adding a vintage flair to the runway.

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See Grammys Hairstyles From All Sides

Miriam Lacey — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 19:50:02 PST

The Grammy Awards honor music's most creative minds, so it's no surprise that it's also one of the most experimental red carpets when it comes to hairstyles. From Cyndi Lauper's black-and-white stripes to Rihanna's blond hair and Adele's retro curls, see all of the night's most memorable hair up close.