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Lynda Carter's Beauty Secrets

BellaSugar — Sat, 12 Apr 2008 08:00:01 -0700

Oh, man. I already liked Lynda Carter for playing Wonder Woman, but after unearthing this video from her '80s makeup video, I think it's love. "Don't be afraid to express yourself," she says. "Why not play with all the colors of the rainbow?" Check out this clip and you'll see why she was named the beauty and fashion director of Maybelline back in the day.

Who Couldn't Use Some Pazazz? (Uh, Me.)

BellaSugar — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 10:00:42 -0700

One of the best (or worst?) parts of the internet is its ability to archive just about anything. For instance, take this Clairol ad. I remember seeing it, thinking the hairstyles were amazing, and begging my mother to buy the tinted mousse that would make me as cool as the women in the commercial. She refused, proving that sometimes mothers really do know best. Have a look - did any of you use this stuff?

Perm Sales Are Up; The '80s Are Back

BellaSugar — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 14:08:08 -0800

When model Agyness Deyn started dressing like Max Headroom, I figured it was just a harmless nod to '80s style. But now, I'm worried that the decade's look coming back in a bigger, more nefarious way. In Britain, the perm is back in a big way:

Sales of do-it-yourself permanent wave kits have climbed 50 percent in the past year, according to Superdrug. The chain sold more of the kits in the past week than it did during all of February 2006.

I lived through the first, er, wave of home perms, and I have the unflattering junior-high class photos to prove it. But apparently, most of the women buying these perms are in their teens and early twenties, so it's new to them. (Is it only a matter of time before Kelly LeBrock's hair, pictured, is dictating styles?) Can't say this is one retro throwback I'm going to follow, even if it does wind up being the next big thing.

But speaking of perms . . . if you need a midafternoon laugh, I've found a pretty good video clip. To see it, read more.

This clip isn't from the '80s, but it's still worth a view. Ever the comedienne, Giggle says that Scatter Perm would be an awesome name for a punk band.

Link Time!

BellaSugar — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:59:19 -0800

Rachel Roy reveals her must-have beauty items - Beauty Blitz
Leighton Meester takes a makeup risk - FabSugar UK
An Oz-inspired nail polish collection. (Oz as in Dorothy, not prison drama.) - Temptalia
Lady Gaga's makeup inspiration might blow your mind - Stylelist
A list of the top 10 most "valuable" models - The Cut
Men in ponytails are neither ponies nor tails. Discuss. - Glamour
Do blondes have more fun? Ask Emma Roberts. - People Style Watch
Two ways to get super-shiny hair - Beauty Snob
Lime Crime makeup is causing major dramz - Afrobella
How to get gorgeous retro hair - Lemondrop

How-To: Michelle Trachtenberg's Season-Perfect Look

BellaSugar — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:00:09 -0800

Unlike her Gossip Girl character Georgina Sparks, Michelle Trachtenberg seems to have a good head on her shoulders, and she showed it off to her best advantage last night at a party hosted by American Eagle. She didn't shy away from her naturally pale skin, and her eye makeup was sexy, fun, and a little retro. This look would be perfect for your upcoming holiday parties, so to find out how to get it, just read more

Beauty Flashback: Pantene

BellaSugar — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 11:00:00 -0800

Don't you just love how commercials attribute awesomely vague life-changing experiences to a particular product? "It won't happen overnight, but it will happen." But when, when will it happen? After a week, a month . . . or after you switch back to your old product? I guess skeptical ol' Bella won't ever know but I'll take Kelly LeBrock's word for it. Decades later, Pantene's still pushing its provitamin formula. So don't hate me because I'm beautiful, love me because I've uncovered this retro ad for you. Enjoy!

10 Funny Retro Beauty Ads

BellaSugar — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:00:02 -0700

Advertising hasn't always been the sophisticated psychological exercise it is today. It took decades of focus-grouping to find out what really works, and decades more to convince ad execs that women didn't respond well to being openly told their intolerable body/breath stank was keeping them from snagging a husband. You may not like some modern marketing strategies aimed at women, but click through here and have a laugh at some truly ridiculous old sales pitches.

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Beauty Ads From the Sixties

BellaSugar — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 13:00:35 -0800

The other night, I came across some great retro beauty ads from a Flickr user named Sugarpie Honeybunch. It's fascinating to look at beauty trends of the past, but it's just as interesting to see how the design aesthetics (and diversity of models) have changed over time. Take a look, and then pop over to Sugarpie's photo stream to see even more.

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Best of Bella

BellaSugar — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 06:00:13 -0700

Halloween how-to: Jane of the New Moon Volturi.
Fall haircut trends, with styles for every length.
Tricks to keep your mascara from smudging.
10 absolutely absurd retro beauty ads.
LC's stylist tells you how to get her cute double braided style.
Which famous face inspired this fragrance?
Get Joan from Mad Men's gorgeous wedding makeup.
Blair + Chuck 4 EVA - the Gossip Girl beauty quiz.
In which Bella falls hard for a $5.99 shampoo.
What do you know about deodorant?

Beauty Flashback: Bold Hold

BellaSugar — Fri, 15 May 2009 07:00:11 -0700

Do you need to get a grip or, dare I say, a Bold Hold? Well, I sure do . . . after busting up over this busted commercial from the '80s. It was a pretty memorable decade of teased hair and big bangs, and this beauty flashback brings those frightfully feathered looks to the forefront once again.

After the era's flashback on Gossip Girl this week, are you more interested in getting this rock solid look now than ever before?