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For Audrey: China Glaze's Hepburn-Honoring Polish

BellaSugar — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 06:44:28 PDT

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,

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?

From Audrey to Marilyn: 20 Timeless Summer Looks to Inspire You

Miriam Lacey — Mon, 28 May 2012 06:07:00 PDT

Stars like Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn haven't lost their beauty or appeal over the decades, and a part of their magnetism lies in their effortless style. When it comes to Summer hair and makeup, we can all learn a lot from the iconic women who've made it seem easy to look chic no matter how hot and humid it was. Check out these 20 stars' classic warm-weather fixes for beautiful hair and great makeup when the mercury's rising.

Source: Memory Lane

Our Ultimate Swimsuit Guide - Get the Best Fit For Your Body

Hannah Weil — Fri, 25 May 2012 16:22:49 PDT

Finding the perfect Summer suit can seem like an impossible task, especially when you don't know quite what you're looking for. We're putting an end to all that with our ultimate guide to getting the right fit for your body. With the help of swimwear fit and style expert Audrey Jimenez over at Everything But Water, we're breaking down the best fit tips for every body type and the best styles to shop for your figure all right here. From curvier frames to athletic body types, we're helping to make sense of the endless swimwear options out there and narrowing down all of our favorite options that were made to fit and flatter your frame. Want to know what you should be looking for? Get the expert's quick-hit dos and don'ts, then click on to find your perfect suit - and resolve to never hate swimsuit shopping again.

Dos

Do try on lots of different suits. Swim styles change all the time, so look outside of your comfort zone and you may find your new favorite silhouette.
Do go with a smaller size if you are not sure. Swimsuits expand when wet.
Do use ties and adjustable straps to fit the suit to your body. Go tighter than you think. Once tied, lean forward and adjust until your bust is covered and stays put.

Don'ts

Don't choose a trendy silhouette if it doesn't fit you well. Great style begins with a great fit, so it's more important to find the silhouette that best flatters your figure.
Don't assume a size larger or more fabric will give you more flattering coverage. Many women purchase suits that are too large, and as a result, the fabric gaps and the suits don't support properly. If you want more coverage, find a style that offers more coverage.

5 of Audrey Hepburn's Favorite Beauty Products

Jaime Richards — Wed, 04 May 2011 15:20:00 PDT

Poised and elegant, Audrey Hepburns's beauty regimen was actually quite unfussy. Audrey, who would have turned 82 this week, was known to use Estée Lauder products, and her signature look featured bold brows, separated lashes, and neutral-toned makeup. So celebrate Audrey's birthday in style by checking out a few of her favorite beauty products:

Safety pins: To create her signature doe-eyed look, her makeup artist, Alberto de Rossi, painstakingly separated each of her mascaraed lashes with a safety pin.
A once-private fragrance: Creed's Spring Flower ($130-$350) was originally made in 1951 specifically for Audrey Hepburn. A fruity floral, the scent became available to the public in 1996 and features notes of peach, melon, and apple at the top, rose and jasmine in the middle, and ambergris and musk at the base.
Her signature scent: Givenchy L'Interdit Eau de Toilette Spray ($84) was created in 1957 by Hubert de Givenchy for his muse Audrey Hepburn. It was released to the mainstream in the '60s, and is now formulated with Bulgarian rose, jasmine, pink pepper, orris, and tonka bean.
Go-to soap: Erno Laszlo Organic Sea Mud Soap ($40), which is 97 percent natural, was an Audrey favorite.
Styling product: After meeting Audrey in 1974, stylist Philip Kingsley wanted to create something that would help keep her overly styled hair looking great, and that's how Philip Kingsley Elasticizer Pre-Shampoo Treatment ($45) was born. She was such a fan, it's said she had tubs of it shipped to her regularly.

Miranda Kerr Shows Stomach During a Hot Sydney Photo Shoot

Lauren Turner — Mon, 21 May 2012 06:39:46 PDT

Miranda Kerr got in front of the camera for a photo shoot in Sydney on Friday. She showed off her abs in a short top and oversized skirt as she struck a variety of poses. Miranda's been in her native Australia for the last week and has been juggling work and family during her stay. She and son Flynn met up with her mom and grandmother last weekend, but the star was solo to hit the red carpet for the Style Awards, where she donned a sexy gown. Miranda is also looking hot on the cover of InStyle Australia's June issue. She opened up to the publication about her personal style, which she says is inspired by Audrey Hepburn and Angelina Jolie.

Miranda Kerr Talks Angelina Jolie and Audrey Hepburn With InStyle Australia

Katie Henry — Wed, 16 May 2012 10:59:44 PDT

Miranda Kerr is red hot in a sexy minidress on the June cover of InStyle Australia. The supermodel struck a pose for photographer Chris Colls and spoke with the magazine about her personal style. When it comes to daily looks, Miranda told the magazine she prefers bring "relaxed and understated." However, when it comes to ladylike ensembles, she channels Audrey Hepburn, and for red-carpet inspiration, turns to Angelina Jolie.

Miranda stepped out solo on Monday night in Sydney for InStyle's Women of Style Awards. She was recognized for her beauty brand, Kora Organics, and took the stage in a Carla Zampatti to accept the Women of Style Readers Choice Award. Miranda teared up accepting the honor, saying, "It's really wonderful to be in this room full of all of you incredibly inspiring women. I'm all about empowering women and I'm doing my best to do that and thank you all for doing your best to do the same."

Kid Foodies: Adorable or Too Much?

Katie Sweeney — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 10:04:37 PDT

Meet the Twin Chefs, the latest koodies (kid foodies) to take the Internet world by storm. Lilly and Audrey Andrews are 9-year-olds who live and cook in Sonoma, CA. The ambitious duo were featured in a segment on Good Morning America where they made pizza with Wolfgang Puck. They seem incredibly knowledgeable for their young age, but after watching a couple of their shows, it feels like they're playing dress-up. Watch the video below and let me know what you think. Are they adorable? Or too much? Are you interested in watching children chefs?

GiggleSugar Sneak Peek: Andy Dick warps Audrey Hepburn Gap Ad

PopSugar — Wed, 08 Nov 2006 11:15:08 PST

We had so much fun launching FitSugar last week that we have decided to do it again. Get excited because our byte-sized humor site, GiggleSugar is coming soon! See below for a sneak peek:

If you thought using Audrey Hepburn to hawk skinny jeans for the Gap was interesting, wait until you see Andy Dick's take on it.

Click here to see the original ad from Gap starring Audrey Hepburn. Which do you like better?

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Ray-Ban Launches a New Collection of Aviators in Honor of Its 75th Birthday

Chi Diem Chau — Mon, 14 May 2012 09:40:36 PDT

Whether your style is classic Audrey Hepburn or rock 'n' roll hipster, you most likely own a pair of Ray-Bans. In honor of its 75th birthday, the brand is launching a new line of aviators named the Ambermatic collection. The new line was inspired by its militant roots - the brand was enlisted by the military in 1937 to design sunglasses for its pilots - showcasing four perfect, Summer-ready styles. How awesome are the vintage-inspired curved temple tips and cool golden photochromic lens, which changes from light to dark (depending on the light and temperature)? The Ray-Ban Ambermatic collection hits stores in June and will be priced at $219. Do you plan on picking up a pair?

Natalie Portman Wears White For a Special Children's Charity Event

Lauren Turner — Fri, 04 May 2012 13:37:08 PDT

Natalie Portman posed for photos outside of the Audrey Hepburn Children's House in New Jersey this afternoon. She was joined by Audrey's son Sean Ferrer for the event to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the location's opening. Natalie serves as an honorary godmother and an advisory board member for the charity, which helps abused and neglected children.

Natalie's been stepping out when she's not busy with her son, Aleph. Last month, she traveled to Washington DC to speak at the Holocaust Memorial Museum's Elie Wiesel National Tribute Dinner and announced her involvement as an ambassador with Free the Children in Paris.