Although the smokey eye look has been a beauty staple for years now, we continue to see it represented on the runway — and of course, we’re always looking for the next best (and most affordable) way to get that sultry sensation. Introducing: The hot, new Smokey Eye Shadow Palettes at BA STAR. About these … Continue reading »
Category Archives: Beauty
The NYFW Beauty Survival Kit
It’s now the final day of New York Fashion Week Fall 2013, and hopefully all of you have survived one of the busiest weeks in the fashion industry. And that blistering diva, Nemo. (Who surely ruined hundreds of beautiful shoes….) For mastering the snow to attending the shows, there were tips to staying beautiful coming … Continue reading »
New Year, New Hair: Alder New York’s Natural Beeswax Pomade
There’s nothing quite like starting a new year with new clothing, except maybe beginning your next 365 days with a new hairdo. And here’s a fate item to help you do just that. Brooklyn-based Alder New York‘s Natural Beeswax Pomade tames even the most unruly hair with its naturally scented combo of beeswax, coconut oil, jojoba oil and … Continue reading »
New Year, New You: Must Haves for 2013
We’re now on the second day of the new year, and if you’re like me, those resolutions are already beginning to look a bit slack from when you excitedly told everyone you were planning to start training to run a marathon. Or, you know, to do something charitable like feed the hungry. I’ve mentioned before … Continue reading »
Brad Pitt’s Chanel No. 5 Commercial, 1 & 2
A few weeks ago, Brad Pitt was reported to be earning $7 million as the first man to appear in a Chanel No. 5 ad, and now it seems as if the luxury brand is getting their money’s worth with this fine specimen of a man. By releasing a commercial in two parts, there’s double the … Continue reading »
Most Exciting Show this Season: The Blonds Spring/Summer 2013
Collection: Phillipe and David Blond’s The Blonds Spring/Summer 2013 Concept: Equal parts drag queen beach party and night out at any gay club. Or the life of a gay mermaid. (I’m not sure on which is more accurate.) The theme was “Psycho Beach Party,” but the collection wasn’t very beach appropriate, of course. Continue reading »
Short Term Beauty Goal: Zac Posen’s “Rich Girl Hair”
They say if you have great hair, the rest is all just scenery. However, we have to disagree. Great hair just makes everything appear more polished — even a pair of jeans and white T-shirt. And it works with Zac Posen’s gorgeous gowns, too. Continue reading »
Nail Art to Bookmark for Halloween: Prabal Gurung
If there’s one thing we love at The Aspiring Fashionista, it’s NYFW nail art. We’ve already bookmarked lots of ideas from the runways to try on our own, but Prabal Gurung’s “bloody” mani is at the top of our list for Halloween. It’s creepy, but chic. (Our 14-year-old selves lament at how we didn’t know … Continue reading »
Celine Dion Like Never Before: Bares All for V Magazine
Celine Dion in V Magazine. Like you’ve never seen her before. Continue reading »
How V Magazine & Nicole Kidman Do 45 (Years Old)
Nicole Kidman bares all for V Magazine’s upcoming “Travel Issue” and talks about her literary-influeced sexuality. Continue reading »