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Coming Soon: A Nars and Andy Warhol Makeup Collaboration

BellaSugar — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:34:43 PDT

What do you get when you cross one of the world's most creative cosmetics brands with a legend in Pop art? This: a makeup collection between Nars and The Andy Warhol Foundation. Created by makeup artist François Nars, the limited-edition cosmetics collaboration will hit stores in October; of course, the project promises bright hues and packaging in tribute to the late artist's creative view.

The artist's work is no stranger to licensing, and Warhol himself would have likely loved the idea. His art is a gadget case favorite, but beauty lovers won't forget the Bond No. 9 fragrance released last year in his honor. No word yet on specifics for the Nars collection, but it's sure to include standouts from the brighter end of the color spectrum - it wouldn't be Warholian without them.

Marcel Nars, Canine Beauty Model, Passes Away

Annie Tomlin — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 10:28:40 PST

Sad news today: Marcel Nars, the only French Bulldog to ever front a cosmetic campaign, has passed away. Marcel, the longtime canine companion of legendary makeup artist François Nars, fronted the brand's Pro-Prime campaign in 2010; he also "participated" in a Twitter chat. "To our beloved Marcel who brought us so much joy and happiness over these years," Mr. Nars wrote in tribute. "We will miss him very much." So will we - a poster of his wrinkled little face hangs near our desks, and he unknowingly made us happy from afar. See a gallery of Marcel's modeling shots at Refinery 29.

Impress Your Friends With This Fun, Flirty Eyeliner Trick

Jaime Richards — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:00:00 PST

If you're looking for a runway look to copy now, but you want something that's neither too ordinary nor too avant-garde, let Naeem Khan's Fall 2012 eye makeup be your inspiration. Using Italian actress Monica Vitti as a muse, James Boehmer, Nars director of global artistry, painted on precise, sharp liner for a "pushed up and quirky" finish.

Photo: Getty

A Dude From Texas Wins a Nars Makeup Contest

Miriam Lacey — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 10:18:36 PDT

Nars just wrapped its Makeup Your Mind contest, which asked website users to do their best versions of 12 faces from the book of the same name. The winner, Kale Teter of Texas, is about as cute as they come. This guy did some truly fierce takes on the Nars looks, and in a competition stacked with talented people, he was still the standout. His prize is a chance to join the Nars crew during Fall 2012 Fashion Week next February.

"The Nars competition has become really important to me," Teter says. "The amount of support I've gotten from fans across the country has been amazing, and winning means the world to me. I feel like I've come quite a long way from the shy boy in Panhandle, Texas." Sweet and humble too? No wonder this guy's the winner. Let's hope we get to see more from him soon.

Backstage Beauty Report: Gorgeous Skin at Daryl K

BellaSugar — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 17:07:53 PDT

The models at Daryl K sported contoured cheeks, glowing skin, and just a touch of shine on their lips. Sun-kissed skin is key to this look, says Nars makeup artist Uzo backstage, where she explained the inspiration behind this natural, easy-to-wear look. Learn her secret to faking flawless skin - it's surprisingly easy.

Nars Gets Robotic in Its New Eyeliner Film

Annie Tomlin — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:27:03 PDT

We previewed the new Nars Larger Than Life eyeliner at New York Fashion Week, and now you can get a closer look with a new short film. Interview editorial director Fabien Baron directed this spot, which features model Emily Baker languid beneath two mechanical arms. First they twist and turn, moving over her body; then, they precisely apply a perfectly even line to each eye. The overall result is a tense, unusual, and wholly artsy way of looking at liner.

NARS Relaunches Its Website, and Boy, Does It Look Nice

Annie Tomlin — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 15:50:41 PDT

It's been a big year for Nars. Just a few months ago, the first Nars boutique opened in New York. This week, the cosmetic brand relaunches its website with a top-to-bottom makeover that provides a richer, better experience. Browse any of the cosmetics, for instance, and you'll get multiple photos (including detailed swatches) along with makeup tips from François Nars. There's more to discover, too, in the World of Nars section: past campaigns, behind-the-scenes Fashion Week videos, and devastatingly adorable photographs of François's French bulldog, Marcel. It's sleek, streamlined, and the next best thing to spending an hour at the Nars counter.

12 Gorgeous Makeup Looks to Try From Nars's New Book

Jaime Richards — Tue, 31 May 2011 16:56:17 PDT

François Nars's latest work of art, Makeup Your Mind: Express Yourself ($45), is more than just another coffee table kind of book. Of course it's pretty to look at, but you'll find that you can't help but be inspired by its contents: tutorial after tutorial of makeup looks featuring women and men of varying ages and ethnicities.

And here's a chance for you to see (and try out) some of these makeup palettes on your own. Just peruse the gallery below for 12 step-by-step instructions of looks found in the book. Tip: there's even a Makeup Your Mind community website, where you can post pictures of yourself wearing one (or all) of the following styles, and enter for a chance to win some cool prizes. Learn how you can re-create 12 amazing Nars beauty looks now.

Get Your Green On - Shop Our St. Patrick's Day Picks!

Hannah Weil — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 03:03:24 PDT

Happy St. Patrick's Day to all our Fab readers! In honor of the festivities, we're doing a little green-themed shopping, rounding up a few of our favorite St. Patty's Day-appropriate picks - so you don't get pinched! Whether you want to tote your green on a kelly green chain-strap bag ($255), or keep it a little more under wraps - with a sweet Hanky Panky - we've got the picks to help you celebrate as stylishly as possible. Happy shopping!

Backstage Report: Phillip Lim Fall 2011

BellaTV — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 20:21:47 PST

At Phillip Lim Fall 2011, Odile Gilbert chats about the hairstyle she created for the show. Makeup artist Lisa Butler shares her forecast for fall eye shadow trends and tells us about the makeup look that models wore on the runway.