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Going Gamine: 28 Past and Present Looks to Inspire

BellaSugar — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:00:06 -0800

Recently, after seeing a picture of doe-eyed, pixie-sporting Ginnifer Goodwin, I've had gamines on the brain. Characteristics often associated with gamine women include pixie hairstyles, short, straight-across bangs, bobbed hairstyles, wide eyes, petite features, boyish qualities, and a bit of what you might call a certain je ne sais quoi. Check out some famous gamine stars - from both past and present - right now.

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Get Your Sparkle On With a Zooey-Inspired Headband

BellaSugar — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 06:00:16 -0700

I've long admired Zooey Dechanel's retro style, and at the Hollywood Awards Gala, she walked the red carpet while wearing this swirly, sparkling headband. The side angle of the hair accessory adds a playfully modern feel, and the bangs bring a fashionable element to her signature look. For a similar take on Zooey's throwback style, check out the widget below for some sparkly black headbands.

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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Get the Look: Zooey Deschanel's Makeup From 500 Days of Summer

BellaSugar — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 08:00:00 -0700

Earlier, I gave you the details on Jennifer Aniston's favorite gloss, straight from her makeup artist, Jorjee Douglass, who worked with the star on The Baster earlier this year. "I've been blessed to work with such amazing, smart, and beautiful leading ladies," said Jorjee, whose impressive list of celebrities also includes Jennifer Connelly, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Zooey Deschanel. "Zooey was so much fun to work with on 500 Days of Summer," said Jorjee. I've always admired the actress's bright style, and now, I've got the the scoop on what products Jorjee used on the indie darling during filming. See what Buzz thought about the flick, and find out tips for replicating Zooey's soft makeup look after the jump.

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10 Celebrities With Lookalike Sisters

BellaSugar — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 10:00:04 -0700

Besides the obvious, such as twins Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, there are other celebrities that have lookalike sisters. Take Jennifer Garner, for instance, whose older sister Melissa is a dead ringer for the dark-haired beauty. Are you the spitting image of your female sibling(s), or anybody else, for that matter? Take a peek at these celebrity sister lookalikes, and tell us all about it at the end.

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15 Different Ways to Wear Bangs

BellaSugar — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 10:01:02 -0800

Can we really consider blunt bangs a trend anymore? Actually, I think they're mainstream, considering that many stars are still spotted wearing straight-across fringe after all these years. Believe it or not, bangs - whether blunt, asymmetric, or wispy - can look great on just about anyone, as long as they're done right. Take a peek at my slideshow to see what I mean. Source

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2009 Independent Spirit Awards: Zooey Deschanel

BellaSugar — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 14:23:32 -0800

The always quirky and adorable Zooey Deschanel looked just that as she walked the red carpet at the Independent Spirit Awards on Saturday afternoon. She wore her hair long and wavy, with wispy bangs. It's an understated look, but she did add a touch of whimsy with the simple braid across the crown of her head. She added a brooch as a finishing touch. As for the makeup, she kept it light and airy, with a melon lip and lightly pinched cheeks. I think it works for this indie awards show. Do you?

Vote on all of my Independent Spirit Awards polls here!

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2009 Grammy Awards: Zooey Deschanel

BellaSugar — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 18:03:38 -0800

Actress Zooey Deschanel might not be up for a Grammy tonight, but the girl sure can sing - so perhaps it's just a matter of time before her own band, She & Him, gets nominated. Accompanied by her fiance Ben Gibbard of Death Cab for Cutie, Zooey sticks to her signature, slightly quirky style.

As for her makeup? She keeps it simple, focusing the attention upwards on those pretty blue eyes and sparkling hair accessory. Since she's wearing lots of black mascara and a heavier application of coppery toned shadow, the rest of Zooey's makeup is softly pink. So, tell me what you think - are you dazzled?

Vote on all of my Grammy Awards polls here!

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How-To: Zooey Deschanel's Silvery Style

BellaSugar — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 11:59:58 -0800

I love Zooey Deschanel's retro look. With those striking blue eyes and rich, chocolate brown hair, she's the embodiment of cool style - literally. If I had to color-match this adorable actress, I'd say she's right on target, keeping her makeup choices in the cooler-toned family.

At the premiere of Yes Man, Deschanel used silvery eye shadows to complement her silver dress and sparkly headband. Her pop-of-pink cheeks and subtle lip stain lent a brightness to her look.

Want some tips on how to achieve this snowy style? Check out my how-to when you read more.

Eyes - Clearly the focus of this look. Start by heavily lining the upper and lower lash lines with a black eyeliner. Next, apply a shimmery lilac shadow such as Bare Minerals Eyecolor in Hyacinth or Mystic ($13) and two to three layers of black mascara - or some false eyelashes for maximum glamour.
Cheeks - For that luminous, bright look, go for a creamy blush. Try DuWop Blush Therapy in Hug ($22), a bright baby pink.
Lips - Try a pinkish tint with a soft glossy finish. I like CoverGirl Lipslicks in Starlet or Cutie ($3.39).
Hair - Style with a round brush for sleek waves. Top off with a fun silvery headband like Forever 21's Chain Links Metal Headband ($3.80) or this sparkly Metal Headband ($15.29) from Target.

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How-To: Zooey Deschanel's Simply Pretty Makeup

BellaSugar — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 09:00:13 -0700

Don't you want to be friends with Zooey Deschanel? She's a good actress, she's in a band, and she always shows off great style. I love how she always looks like a cool girl you'd see in real life, especially because I doubt she has a giant glam squad.

Getting her look isn't hard to do at all, and it works equally well for work, school, or a low-key night out. For my tips on recreating this look at home, read more.

Skin: Start with a medium-coverage foundation; a friend recently used Shu Uemura Face Architect ($42) for her wedding, and she loved how it has a natural look with a semi-matte finish. Use concealer on any dark circles or blemishes. Follow by applying a shimmer-free peachy blush such as MAC Powder Blush ($18) in Melba to the apples of your cheeks.

Eyes: Think simple! Apply a light, slightly shimmery beige shadow on the eyelid. I recommend Stila Shadow ($18) in Wheat - it's one of those neutrals that goes with everything and brightens the eye area in general. Then, curl your top lashes (here's how) and give them one or two coats of black volumizing mascara. Both Givenchy Volum'Eyes and Cover Girl Lash Blast are great for this; be sure to get the wand close to the lash line, then gently wiggle it upward. Zooey's bottom lashes also have a bit of mascara, but you may not need it in real life; if you do, though, one light coat will suffice.

Lips: Use a lip liner to outline and fill in the lips. (Almay Ideal Lip Liner ($6.74) in Pink should do the trick.) Keep a clear lip balm or gloss with you to add shine if you want, but don't worry about keeping things perfect. Part of this look's charm is its lack of fussiness!

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