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For Audrey: China Glaze's Hepburn-Honoring Polish

BellaSugar — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 06:44:28 -0700

It's been 46 years since Audrey Hepburn enchanted audiences in Breakfast at Tiffany's, but her influence as Holly Golightly is still strong. Case in point: China Glaze's new "For Audrey" nail polish ($6.50), which bears a striking resemblance to Tiffany Blue. I say "striking resemblance" because Tiffany & Co. holds a trademark to the shade you see on its bags and boxes; although other colors come close, nobody else has official dibs on that particular hue.

Like Melanie at Blogdorf Goodman, I received a sample to try out. I usually don't go for wacky colors on my nails, but I'm surprised by how much I like this turquoise-and not just because I spent my late teen years shamelessly mimicing Audrey's style. For the detailed review and a Breakfast-inspired photo, read more

It turns out the polish is a lot more wearable than I anticipated. Sure, it's not something I'd recommend for a job interview, but on short nails it's a fun flash of blue. I think it would be overkill to wear this on long nails unless you're the kind of woman who can pull off high-drama, attention-getting looks. Next time I'll probably wear it on my toes, which a lot of brides might want to do for the "something blue" of their weddings!

This was the first time I used China Glaze lacquer, and I was very pleased with the application. I'm too clumsy to use long, thin brushes, so China Glaze's short, fat one was a breeze to handle. And not to get too Mr. Wizard on you, but the formula has just the right amount of viscosity: It wasn't so runny that it dripped into my cuticles, but it wasn't so thick that it glopped up, either. Easy application means one happy Bella. I had good color coverage with one coat, but I recommend two to get a more even and consistent hue. For Audrey is shipping now, so it should be in nail boutiques any week now. When I find an online retailer that hasn't sold out, I'll let you know.

Here's a picture of me about to pet a very squirmy "Cat," just before we hopped onto the fire escape to croon a little "Moon River." What do you think?

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?

Bella Donna: Audrey Hepburn

BellaSugar — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 10:00:00 -0700

It's almost clichéd to love Audrey Hepburn, but it's almost impossible not to. One of the biggest icons in film history, she's still often cited as one of the world's most beautiful women - even though she didn't always view herself that way. She disliked her crooked teeth, large feet, and flat chest - "I never thought I'd land in pictures with a face like mine," she once said - but those so-called flaws made her even more likeable.

Nearly 80 years after Hepburn's birth, her simply chic style is still inspiring photo shoots and women all over the world. Hepburn often drew thick brows that extended over her natural pair, but for real life, brushing the thick part of your brows upward should do the trick. Lipstick in a pastel pink, light rose, or classic red will give you that Hepburn lip, but don't get too shiny - matte is best. Don't worry about concealing your under-eye circles completely; Hepburn often had the hint of them, which gave her a slightly vulnerable look. For Audrey literalists, you might want to know that she was a fan of Erno Laszlo and Estée Lauder skin care - though if you can't afford a $39 bar of soap, read these beauty tips, said to be among her favorites, instead.

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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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Givenchy Prismissime Eyes Holds A Secret Message from Audrey Hepburn

BellaSugar — Thu, 16 Aug 2007 10:55:13 -0700

I'll bring you more on the Givenchy Fall 2007 Collection later, but for now, I just couldn't resist giving you a peek at this stunning new Prismissime Eyes Cache-Cache Palette ($53). This petite, camouflage-inspired compact holds a mixture of nine matte and metallic shades: khaki, midnight blue, sky blue, gold, brick red, black, ivory, peach and whisper pink. The bottom level cleverly holds two sponge applicators, so you can touch up on the run.

Engraved in the mirror, you'll also find another surprise. It's an inscription that shares the beauty philosophy of Givenchy's muse, Audrey Hepburn: "Style for Life."

The shadows are made of fine, lightweight powders that feel so silky, they can either be applied with an applicator or your fingertip. They can each be worn alone or blended together to create your own unique look. Or if you want to mimic Audrey's eyes, pick up Audrey Style, which has step-by-step instructions on recreating her lovely look.

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Quick Quiz: What Was Audrey Hepburn's Skincare Routine?

BellaSugar — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 09:00:41 -0700

The incomparable Audrey Hepburn believed that kindness was the best way to be beautiful. She was lovely enough to live by that belief, and lucky enough to be breathtakingly pretty on the outside, too. Can you guess what she did to take care of her skin?

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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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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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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.

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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