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Product Review: James Brown London Hairspray

BellaSugar — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 07:00:30 PDT

I was so excited to finally receive samples of the new James Brown London products earlier this week. James is one of Kate Moss's best friends, and he's been doing her hair for years. We've been hearing so much beauty buzz about this modernly packaged hair care collection that the suspense was killing me. That's an exaggeration, but I really couldn't wait to check it out already!

I've tried the Dry Hair Shampoo, Fine Hair Conditioner, Hairspray and Serum and so far the hairspray takes the award for star product! The hold is very gentle and it doesn't leave your hair feeling sticky or stiff -perfect for keeping post-curling iron loose waves or slightly messy updos intact. But best of all is the smell.

Most hairsprays have a strong chemical scent that makes you hold your breath for fear of toxic inhalation, but this one is better. It has a faint chemical smell, but it's mostly overridden by the pleasant bluebell smell.

Apparently bluebells are Kate's favorite flower, so they have been infused into all of the products. For whatever reason, the scent stands out the most in the hairspray.

For a useful tip from James Brown himself,

read more James recommends misting a little bit of hairspray onto your palms, then rubbing your hands through your hair for a natural hold. I always give my hair a light brushing after I apply hairspray because I have a strong aversion to hair that doesn't move, but if you are looking for a stronger hold, then don't brush it out once it dries. I would love to hear your thoughts about this product, so whenever you try it out, please leave a comment!

James Brown's Got Soul, Kate Moss in His Ad

BellaSugar — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 07:00:12 PDT

You may already know that Kate Moss is working on a new haircare line with her longtime friend and hair stylist James Brown. He's been taking care of her her hair since she was 15, and from reading about his philosophy, I can see why Kate likes him so much. "Women torture themselves about their hair, and what fashion dictates they should be doing," he told the Telegraph. "They'd be better off embracing what they have." Right on. To see a video of James and Kate working on the ad campaign (to the sounds of one of my favorite songs ev-arrr),

Beauty Byte: Kate Moss Co-Creates Hair Care Line

BellaSugar — Wed, 12 Sep 2007 09:59:01 PDT

WWD reports that Kate Moss is planning to launch a line of hair care products with her long-time childhood friend and famous coiffeur-but not the late, great godfather of soul-James Brown. Brown's client list is almost as impressive as Kate's resume. He's worked on the heads of top celebs such as Sarah Jessica Parker, Gwyneth Paltrow, Gisele Bundchen and both Beckhams.

The collection will be called James Brown London, and it will comprise sixteen different products ranging from shampoos to conditioners to serums. All products are priced at £5.99 ($12.16 at the current exchange rate), except for the Intensive Mask tubes which will cost £7.99 ($16.22). The line is expected in UK stores next month.

Kate Moss directed and posed in the black-and-white ads for the line. The idea was to have simple pictures because the philosophy for the brand is simple. The prices aren't insane, the packaging is very plain and concept is really user-friendly. For example, the products are numbered according to hair type so that users will know what goes with what.

I really it like when models and celebs launch beauty products. After all, they are the ones who suffer the strains from over-processing and over-styling, so why not try something that they feel really helps them?

Does it seem naive to assume that celebrities actually use something they endorse? I don't know, but I just have a good feeling about this-maybe it's because Kate herself has financial stake in the company. Combined with her new fragrance launch, it looks like Kate the Great is becoming a real beauty queen.

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Kate Moss Reports to Work to Shoot the New Dazed Cover

Allie Merriam — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 10:31:16 PDT

Kate Moss was in head-to-toe black this morning on her way into a London photo studio with her hairdresser pal James Brown. He tweeted about their day from inside, writing, "Working with Kate and [photographer] Rankin today, doing covers of Dazed - fab." The supermodel was back to work following a fun Wednesday night, when she went out to support the debut of her friend Bella Freud's film collaboration with director Martina Amati at the Max Wigram Gallery. Kate was then off to celebrate Stella McCartney's third children's wear collection. The event took place inside a London town hall, and it was decked out with old school fairground rides. Kate said of her favorite attraction, "The waltzer was my absolute favorite as a kid - up and down, round and round, and you scream if you want to go faster. It's the best!"

Kate Moss Sees Jamie Hince and His Retro Suitcase Off

Allie Merriam — Sat, 28 May 2011 07:58:00 PDT

Kate Moss toted one of the bags from her Longchamp line yesterday when she left her London home with her fiancé, Jamie Hince. The duo were joined by her hair stylist pal James Brown for the outing, and it seemed Jamie was heading off somewhere with his suitcase in hand. Kate and Jamie have been hanging out in London buying furniture for their new mansion and finalizing the plans for their Summer wedding. The nuptials, supposedly taking place in early July, will be preceded by a blowout when his band, The Kills, plays at London's Carling Festival on June 24. There may be another highlight in the next few months for Kate, if rumors that she'll be on the cover of American Vogue's September issue prove to be true.

Want to Look Like Kate Middleton? Here's What It Could Cost

BellaSugar — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:29:45 PDT

Future princess Kate Middleton always looks lovely and put together, so it's no surprise that so many women are clamoring to mimic her style. Obviously, her good looks were handed down from her parents, but constantly looking so well groomed requires a serious beauty regimen. While nobody but Kate knows her exact routine, we've uncovered her favorite products and treatments - and added up the total price. As you can imagine, looking princess-perfect costs a pretty penny. Read on to see the breakdown.

Morning Links - New Details on the Pendant Angelina Bought Brad

PopSugar — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 09:11:57 PDT

New details on Angelina's pendant for Brad - Us Weekly
Mark Ballas has lots of love for Pia Toscano - People
Sucker Punch's Emily Browning takes on a risque new role - Huffington Post
Chris Martin trades Gwyneth's NYC parties for London - Lainey Gossip
Liz Hurley could see a reunion with Hugh Grant - PopEater
Check out all the drama to come on Real Housewives of New Jersey - TooFab
Taylor Swift buys her parents a big Nashville place - Wonderwall
Lindsay Lohan and James Franco are apparently friends - Celebitchy
Was Dianna Agron joking about dating Marilyn Manson? - Amy Grindhouse
Demi Lovato shares even more about going to rehab - Fox 411
Shakira gets robbed in the middle of a concert - I'm Not Obsessed

James Beard Foundation Announces 2011 Award Finalists

Susannah Chen — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 12:29:09 PDT

We're one step closer to knowing who'll take home top honors in this year's James Beard Awards - the so-called "Oscars of the food world." Semifinalists were announced a month ago, and they included the likes of Stephanie Izard, Michael Symon, and Suzanne Goin. The awards, which will be newly sponsored by Groupon and hosted by Tom Colicchio, Ming Tsai, and Traci Des Jardins, won't happen until May 9.

To see which of the 29,000 nominations submitted this year have made it to the finals, read more.

Kate Moss Follows Up Another Social Evening With Home Improvement and Magazines

Allie Merriam — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 14:22:46 PDT

Kate Moss had a late night yesterday looking chic in all black at a W hotels bash, where she claimed a corner with her best bud James Brown after taking the stage to introduce a musical supergroup comprising members from The Who, Oasis, and more. The supermodel was nonetheless up bright and early today to pay a visit to her new historical London pad. She toured the space with her assistant, Fiona, and other helpers before stopping at a news-agent to peruse the magazine and candy offerings. It was a low-key morning for Kate after a characteristically social week. She joined friends for a '70s-themed dinner party on Monday, then showed some leg Tuesday in honor of Philip Green's birthday.

Kate Moss Makes Friends With Kanye West and Hits a Dinner Party Bearing Gifts

Allie Merriam — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 08:52:13 PDT

Kate Moss threw on a black hat to shop around London with her assistant, Fiona, yesterday afternoon, but by the evening she slipped into her latest floor-length dinner look to join pals, like Pulp frontman Jarvis Cocker, for a '70s-themed dinner at a friend's house. The supermodel didn't arrive empty-handed, though, since she showed up holding a box of After-Eight mints. She switched fur jackets and headed out this morning in her favorite colorful number to do a yoga class with Fiona before meeting up with her hairstylist buddy James Brown for a Japanese lunch. Kate, whose new commercial for Dior lipsticks is out, is home in England after her recent adventures at Paris Fashion Week. Her fiancé, Jamie Hince, didn't join her as he was off to NYC for a show with The Kills, but Kate's struck about a relationship with another musician in the meantime - she and Kanye West apparently crossed paths in France and he invited her to join him in Texas at SXSW.