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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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21 of the Most Memorable Bangs

BellaSugar — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 10:00:00 -0700

There are lots of ways to wear bangs, from the swoop, to the baby varieties, to the blunt straight-across-the-forehead assortments. So, let's take a trip back to days past, where all sorts of fringe styles - and lots of hairspray - ruled the looks of the moment.

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Love It or Hate It: Audrey's Big Black Bow

BellaSugar — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:00:00 -0700

I can only dream of having thick, wavy hair like Audrey Tautou, but in the meantime, I'll just admire it from afar. At last night's LA premiere of Coco Avant Chanel, Audrey accessorized that enviable cute and flirty wavy pixie with a silky black bow with multiple folds. Notice how the placement and dark color of this hair accent almost mimics the texture and dark tones of the actress's short locks. It's almost as if it's an extension of her hairstyle. But what do you think of Audrey's scrunched accessory? Is it stylishly quirky, or a bit too offbeat?

Take a Peek at the Hairstyle Screen Tests From Amélie

BellaSugar — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 11:00:42 -0700

I have long admired the bouncy, theatrical hairstyle Audrey Tautou wore in one of my favorite flicks, Amélie. She is just painfully cute, non? But, alas, I have finer, straighter locks than Audrey's naturally thick wavy strands, so it would take lots of extra products and effort to achieve this look, which I consider to be a perfect mix of the chic, quirky, and gamine. In the meantime, I'll just admire this stacked bob with baby fringe from afar. Check out this adorable video of a long-haired Audrey prepping for her iconic role, complete with curly, flippy, sleek, and pinned-pack versions of the now-famous style.

Seven Ways to Wear a Wavy Pixie Cut

BellaSugar — Tue, 05 May 2009 08:00:50 -0700

I can't get enough of Audrey Tautou's wavy pixie. It has the perfect vintage vibe with a fresh, modern appeal. To duplicate this forever-in-style look, apply a texturizing gel or a curl activating spray to damp hair and let air dry. If your hair is short, touch up pieces with a curling iron for a polished yet effortlessly tousled look. If your hair is longer, create a "fake-out" style by pulling your hair back into a tucked-under ponytail, then curl face-framing sections to shorten. Check out my slideshow for some inspiration on re-creating this gamine style for different hair types. Source

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Beauty Byte: Audrey Tautou to Be No. 5 Alive?

BellaSugar — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 12:00:17 -0700

Magnifique! WWD reports that French actress Audrey Tautou is rumored to be the next face of Chanel No. 5 perfume. If it's true - and considering WWD's insider reports are almost always right, it probably is - then Audrey will follow icons such as Nicole Kidman and Catherine Deneuve in representing the scent.

Truthfully, I'm surprised that Chanel hasn't signed her before. Audrey Tautou's gamine charm is unmatched, and she's playing Coco Chanel in an upcoming biopic. (She also seems a little more approachable than current spokesmodel Nicole Kidman, but that's just my opinion.) Seems like a perfect fit to me.

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Celebrate Bastille Day With French Beauty Secrets!

BellaSugar — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 12:40:42 -0700

Bonjour, mes amies! Since today is Bastille Day-the French national holiday-I thought it would be appropriate to talk about how les femmes françaises look the way they do. Think about some contemporary French beauties-Catherine Deneuve, Audrey Tautou, Juliette Binoche, Noémie Lenoir-and I think you'll agree that they are belle indeed.

Compared to the average American woman, our Gallic counterparts view investing in their appearance as an absolute necessity, not an optional luxury. They're more inclined to pamper themselves. Their biggest focus is on developing a beautiful, glowing complexion. French women of all economic means take pride in their skin, whether that means getting regular facials or buying the best moisturizer their budget allows. On a day-to-day basis, I've found that French women moisturize like you wouldn't believe. It's not as though you'll walk along the Seine and see women applying lotion in broad daylight, of course, but I've never met a French woman who didn't apply a cream every single night.

To find out the French approach to makeup, and to discover which products sell better in France than they do in the U.S., read more

During my visits to Paris, I've noticed that fighting cellulite is a big deal for French women-much moreso than for Americans. Any Parisian drugstore is stocked with various creams, lotions and other products meant to minimize jiggle and orange-peel skin. Whether they work is beyond me, but sales are skyrocketing!

As far as makeup is concerned, the typical Parisienne favors a look that never tries too hard. The French are known for preferring a natural face over a "done" one. (Of course, there are exceptions, but even these are classy, not over-the-top.) While French women do wear makeup, they do so in a way that isn't necessarily obvious. So while you might start with foundation (again, to give a flawless-skin finish), you'd go easy on the blush, dab on some mascara and a light lip gloss. At night, you might favor a smoky eye or a bold red mouth, but never both together. Moins c'est plus: Less is more.

And finally, as my wonderful French professor once told our class, "Of course French women shave their underarms!" If you've been clinging to the "hairy Frenchie" stereotype, let that one go! Tell me: Have you been to France? Have you picked up any French beauty secrets?

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Audrey Tautou Hops the Night Train With Chanel

BellaSugar — Mon, 04 May 2009 14:00:33 -0700

As the best-selling perfume in the world, Chanel N°5 is a true classic. And in a bit of French serendipity, the new face of the fragrance, Audrey Tautou, stars in the forthcoming film Coco Avant Chanel. While the film hasn't opened, here's a taste of Audrey and Chanel together. Train De Nuit is an extended commercial directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet, who directed the actress in her famous role as Amélie Poulain. In it, Audrey and a dreamy stranger take the night train to Istanbul (not Constantinople), where romance is in the air. Check out the spot - it's more like a beautiful short film than a promo-heavy commercial - and flip through this collection of storyboard sketches for a fun look into the filmmaker's creative process.

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Best of Bella

BellaSugar — Sun, 10 May 2009 08:00:11 -0700

Seven chic ways to wear a pixie cut
Get the stuck-on-an-island Lost look
Three makeup colors that look great on (almost) everyone
Recap all my Costume Institute Gala polls
Do you know the total cost of beauty products you've used today?
See the big winners for the 2009 CEW Awards
Beauty secrets from Lauren Conrad
The Chicest Hair Length For Spring Is . . .
Get a bit about the "science" of cellulite
Do you look your age?
Audrey Tautou hops the night train with Chanel
Two looks in one night: which Kate Hudson style's best?

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Link Time!

BellaSugar — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 05:00:00 -0700

Interview with Drew's makeup artist from Grey Gardens – Beauty Snob
Nude is not nude for every skin tone – Afrobella
First look at Audrey Tautou on set for Chanel N°5 – FabSugar UK
OMG, is Claire's going under? – The Cut
How would you say no to sugar to save your skin? – Lucky
2009 Healthy Beauty Award winners – Self
Learn DIY milkmaid braids – Style.com
Quick tips for bad day beauty routines – Makeup and Beauty Blog
Chantecaille's La Baleine draws attention to endangered marine life – The Moment

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