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Tabatha's Salon Takeover Is Back!

BellaSugar — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 08:00:00 -0700

Looking for a dramatic, conflict-ridden show to add to your must-watch TV lineup? Might I recommend Tabatha's Salon Takeover? The reality program, which made its debut on Bravo last year, is set to make its second season premiere on Nov. 3. In case you're not familiar with the premise, Tabatha Coffey, a fan favorite on Bravo's other salon reality program, Sheer Genius, heads into ailing salons with the main goal of transforming them into successful businesses. Of course, there are lots of f-bombs and tears along the way, and it looks like this season, which centers around salons located in LA, Chicago, and Miami, will deliver the same level of no-nonsense action. Will you tune in to see Coffey cracking her whip?

Coming Soon: Mariah Carey Forever

BellaSugar — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 12:00:33 -0700

When she's not in a row with Eminem, breaking records for the highest amount of number one singles, or acting in Precious, (the highly anticipated film due out this November), Mariah Carey is selling perfume.

After much success with her first fragrance, M by Mariah Carey in 2007, the songstress is set to launch her sophomore scent, Forever ($42 to $65), this September. The line will also include a parfum ($250!) and a body lotion ($28). Of the inspiration behind the name, Mariah told WWD."I am in a wonderful place right now, surrounded by all the things I love, and Forever captures this moment in time."

Described as an opulent floral, the juice will have top notes of neroli, dewy green apple, and lotus blossom, along with middle notes of gardenia and tuberose. The drydown will consist of exotic woods and white musk. As for the bottle, its design is modeled after Mariah's appreciation for art deco stylings. Is it me, or are you reminded of Superman's fortress of ice crystals? Will you give Forever a shot, or are you thinking, forget about it?

Get Your First Look at Twilight Beauty Palettes!

BellaSugar — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 16:55:02 -0700

While I dream of getting closer to Robert Pattinson's lips (it could happen!), I might just have to settle for the next best thing: checking out Twilight Beauty. A brand developed with the founder of DuWop cosmetics, the product range encompasses more than 70 items. You've already heard about Twilight Lip Venom, but more details are rolling out about the two lines of Twilight Beauty. Volturi Twilight will feature items such as Foreshadow eye shadow primer (coupled with Labyrinth Shadows loose glitter dust). Right now, we've got a sneak peek at items from Luna Twilight, the softer collection inspired by the women of the saga.

For the first look at the palettes, sink your teeth into the full post.

Tsumori Chisato Designs a Princely Collection For Shu Uemura

BellaSugar — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 13:00:44 -0700

Back in high school, Mademoiselle Wood made it a requirement that we all read Le Petit Prince in French - a daunting task at the time. But I soon I became wrapped up in the dreamlike, surprisingly profound, world of this little prince and his similarly unpredictable companions.

Fast-forward to the present day, and I'm captivated by The Little Prince once again, as Japanese designer Tsumori Chisato is set to launch her own adaptation of the classic novella in collaboration with Shu Uemura.

See more pictures, and get additional information about the collection after the jump.

Double Your Fun: Two New "Same Name Twice" Fragrances

BellaSugar — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 14:00:00 -0700

These days, apparently twice is very nice indeed, because WWD is reporting that in August, both Nina Ricci and Juicy Couture will launch fragrances with charmingly repetitive names. The scents, Ricci Ricci ($58) and Couture Couture ($85), are both a little higher end than other offerings from the houses but geared toward young women. While they're both florals with hints of woodiness, their topnotes are very different. Ricci Ricci starts with lively rhubarb and bergamot, followed by four o'clock flowers and a whole bouquet of roses, then finishes with sandalwood and patchouli, while Couture Couture is all citrusy topnotes with a jasmine honeysuckle body and an amber drydown. I'll be excited to try both, but I love Jessica Stam's little devil horns in the Ricci Ricci ads. Hopefully the scent will be just as naughty and charming as the campaign suggests.

Alicia Silverstone Is Launching Eco Bags and Brushes

BellaSugar — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 12:00:25 -0700

Alicia Silverstone has long been an environmental activist, working to support PETA, and a vegan lifestyle. (Her new book, The Kind Diet, which focuses on veganism, hits stores in a couple of months.) Now, the actress is slated to launch an eco-friendly line of makeup brushes and bags for EcoTools this December. The collection features designs of lavender, thyme, rose, and chrysanthemum - all favorites of Alicia's. The bags are made with natural hemp and recycled linings. "I only wanted to do something that hadn’t been done before. This is a conscious product line that is good for the planet," she told WWD. "Unless you need it, it’s just stuff," she added. Along with a five-piece brush set and bag ($16), Alicia's beauty tools, which will be sold in drugstores, will also feature a cosmetic bag ($9); a cosmetics brush bag ($13); a train case ($15); and an overnight bag ($20).

YSL Thinks the World Needs More Parisiennes

BellaSugar — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:00:51 -0700

The Fall fragrance frenzy begins in just about a month, when department stores will be stocked with new scents intended to tempt you. Fragrance makers are hoping you won't be able to resist, particularly because perfume sales were down 7 percent during the first quarter of 2009. It's in this tough market that Yves Saint Laurent.

WWD reports that the floral woody scent is aimed toward a slightly older audience than its other recent fragrance, Elle. Targeting the 30-something woman, Parisienne will launch in France next month, followed by a US rollout in October. Kate Moss will appear in both the print campaign and television commercial, which was filmed in the City of Light. Are you interested in possibly saying "oui" to a new scent, or have you scaled back your fragrance shopping?

Coming Soon: Essie Nail Polish Gets "Stoned"

BellaSugar — Fri, 22 May 2009 13:00:44 -0700

With the recession showing no signs of slowing down, it's going to be a while until buying expensive baubles is back in style. But that doesn't mean you have to give up the glamour. WWD reports that nail-polish brand Essie is teaming up with luxe jewelry designer Judith Ripka for a small color collection. The three colors ($15 each), due in stores this August, are infused with diamond dust for a glittering sheen. Better yet, a few very lucky women will get an amazing gift with purchase: a diamond, a sapphire, and an emerald will be hidden in three bottles of polish. (Manicure guru Essie Weingarten says that the polish will come off with regular remover.) Sounds like a gem of a surprise to me.

Coming Soon: Marc Jacobs Lola

BellaSugar — Fri, 08 May 2009 12:00:11 -0700

Almost two years ago, Marc Jacobs launched Daisy to much success. And now, there's a new gal in town, named Lola ($65 to $85). "Where Daisy is more innocent and sweet, Lola is more sensual - the name conjures up a flirtatious, warm spirit," Jacobs told WWD. Think of Lola as the bolder, older sister, with a somewhat vampy feel.

The fragrance will contain top notes of pink peppercorn, ruby red grapefruit, and pear d’anjou, with fuchsia peony, rose, and geranium serving as the middle notes, and vanilla, tonka bean, and creamy musk as the bottom notes. It will be topped off with a cap of of violet, fuchsia, and red flowers in somewhat of a wild, helter-skelter design.

I can't help but wonder, could Jacobs's latest scent be a nod to muse Madonna's only daughter, Lourdes? Whatever the case, look for Lola to be sold exclusively by Bloomingdale's for the first month of its launch in August.

Photo courtesy of WWD

Elizabeth Arden's Eight Hour Cream Gets Groovy

BellaSugar — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 09:00:33 -0700

Elizabeth Arden is moving through the decades with limited-edition packaging depicting styles of the times. First was its tribute to the 1950s, which debuted last year with the brand's famous Eight Hour Cream and Lip Protectant Stick. And now, it's flower power all the way with a 1960s-style design. Yeah, baby, yeah.

Bust out your Mary Quant miniskirt, go-go boots, and psychedelic prints. The Eight Hour Cream '60s Vintage Edition Skin Protectant ($25) has a mod logo, psychedelic lid, and bold floral design. Look for the cream, along with a '60s Vintage Edition Lip Protectant Stick, in stores next month. Stay tuned for the dy-no-mite '70s up next.