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Lotsa Lashes: 21 of the Most Extreme Looks

BellaSugar — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 08:00:00 -0700

Back in 1919, famed makeup artist Max Factor invented false eyelashes to enhance the dramatic performances of leading Hollywood starlets. Since then, there's been a bevy of lashes from which to choose, with Shu Uemura leading the industry in the most fashion-forward styles. (Even I've gotten in on the action.) These "lotsa lashes" looks are always quite memorable. Who can forget Twiggy's batting lashes or Madonna's notorious $10,000 mink-and-diamond pair? See more now.

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20 Groovy Looks From the Studio 54 Era

BellaSugar — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 09:00:49 -0700

Back in the late 1970s and early 1980s, Studio 54 was the place to be. During its heyday, the Manhattan discothèque was notorious for its jet-setting crowd of celebrities and socialites, and among other things, its reputation for drugs and illicit sexual liaisons among some of those in attendance. All hedonism aside, it was also an era where fluffy hair, lots of makeup, and sparkled accessories reigned supreme. Check out some of these trendy hair and makeup stylings, along with a few more shots of other famous disco-goers, now.

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Bella Quiz: Beauty Product or Cher Song?

BellaSugar — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 10:00:47 -0700

Cher has been a singing icon for decades, and she's never been shy about creating sensational hair and makeup looks for her shows. Recently, at the Grammy Awards, she revealed that her secret to youthful, glowing skin comes from using Jan Marini skincare items. (Is that really all, Cher?!) Take a break to guess at which of the following are Cher's songs or beauty products - enjoy!

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Bella Donna: Cher

BellaSugar — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 08:00:49 -0700

If Cher's attitude toward beauty could be described in one word, it would be "fearless." Throughout the decades she has gone from hippie style to headdresses, from blond to black, from curly to straight, and back again. You name the hair style, color, length, or texture, and you can bet that Cher has done it.

Cher came from meager beginnings in central California; her father was a truck driver and her mother an aspiring model. She met and married Sonny Bono when she was just 16. The duo quickly climbed to the heights of entertainment success, and Cher quickly became known as a trendsetter in her day with the elaborate costumes, hair, and makeup she donned for The Sonny and Cher Show.

Cher's ever-youthful appearance has been the subject of much scrutiny over what some would consider obvious cosmetic surgery, which she refuses to confirm (or, ahem, deny). She claims not to drink or smoke, and that she doesn't "give a s*** what anyone else thinks about [her]." More power to her - her undeniable talent and unapologetic style has pretty much earned her the right to do whatever she wants.

Check out some classic Cher hair and makeup looks in the gallery below.

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To see Cher's most infamous example of awesome irreverence, read more.

Polishes Inspired (or Created) by Your Favorite Stars

BellaSugar — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:00:39 -0700

Lots of cosmetic companies name their products after celebrities. In fact, there are many fragrances inspired by - or occasionally developed by - the stars. On a side note, just how many celebrity fragrances are too many, anyway? In addition to scents, there are also nail polishes with famous people as the muse behind the shade. For instance, celebrity manicurist Deborah Lippmann is famous for collaborating with people like Pat Benatar, Cher, and Sarah Jessica Parker to come up with distinctive colors and finishes. Check out my widget below for more, and tell me what other celebrity-inspired polishes you like.

Dita Von Teese Tweets Her Beauty Secrets

BellaSugar — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 14:00:02 -0700

Model and actress Dita Von Teese is known for her distinctive retro glamour looks. From the bold red lips to her porcelain skin to her old-school waved hairstyles, there is no denying that Dita always looks perfectly pulled together.

Recently, after perusing her Twitter feed, I discovered some of her beauty secrets she's posted throughout the past few weeks, many responses from questions posed by her followers. If you're a fan of Dita's vintage styles, check out some of her tips, favorite products, and more of what she has to say about her future plans. Just keep reading.

Can You Guess These Famous Brace Faces?

BellaSugar — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 08:00:52 -0700

Not too long ago, I asked you whether or not you had/have braces. The majority of you said affirmative, and you're in great company. Stars like Ashley Judd, Diana Ross, and Cher have all sported a little metal in the mouth. I've done a little research on the topic, and uncovered a few others. Can you guess which celebrities used to wear braces?

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Which actress rocked this set of braces back in the mid-1980s?

Bella Quiz: All About Kevyn Aucoin

BellaSugar — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 13:00:48 -0800

For anybody interested in beauty, Kevyn Aucoin is a true icon. The late makeup artist was revered not only for his ability to transform people's appearances, but also for his legendary warmth and kindness. He worked with A-list celebrities including Cher, Tori Amos, Audrey Hepburn, Madonna, Tina Turner. . . . the list goes on and on. Since he's such an important figure in modern makeup history, a trivia tribute was in order. Have fun!

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Love It or Hate It? Alicia Keys at TRL

BellaSugar — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 05:57:56 -0800

A recent poll shows that you are almost evenly split on whether Alicia Keys looks better with curly hair or straight hair. That's probably because she can pull both looks off easily. I'm getting a little bit of a superhero-Cher vibe from her appearance at TRL yesterday, but more than anything else, I'm amazed by her complexion. Sure, she's wearing makeup and is under some flattering lighting... but really, wouldja look at that glow? What do you think of this look on Alicia?

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