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How To Look Ghetto: Be a White Chick with Cornrows

Nothing says ghetto fabulous better than cornrows, so if you want to look hoodtastic you better fill your head with as many of these scalp destroying braids as possible. Mena Suvari has perfected the look in Stuck, in which she plays a black woman who hit a homeless man with her car, decided not to remove him, and let him die while he was still in the window. Classy.

What a tick. Mena Suvari’s playing a black chick?  What the fuck is that about

P.S. I have no problem when blacks choose to wear cornrows, but when white chicks do it, it’s down right ghetto.

Cory Kennedy for Sebastian

Take one dirty looking strung out sort of celebrity and give her a campaign with leading hair care brand Sebastian and what happens? She turns into an almost model.

“Of course I feel pressure!” confesses Kennedy on being the new face of the iconic hair care company. “I’m always into experimenting and trying new things, but always being myself no matter what I’m doing or wearing or whatever. I think the people at Sebastian get that and like that about me.”

The brand has been creating cult products since the’70s, but is now resting an entire relaunch in Kennedy’s hands, or rather, her hair. Whipped Crème is a non-sticky and sweet-smelling shaping cream.

Wait, a styling tool for a D.I.Y. icon? “I’m always switching it up and playing with different looks.  This product is actually something I can use,” Kennedy explains.

I’m going to bluntly come out and say this, I really really dislike this girl. But I have to admit that she looks pretty good in these photos. But again, anyone can look great if given the right tools (make up artists, hair dressers, and the right lighting). I just don’t understand why she looks like trash most of the time when she CAN look like this!

Quote source: NylonMag

Trendspark: Lash Art

Shu Uemura believes that false eyelashes are an extension of your personal style which changes with your ever-changing wardrobe. Over the years, shu uemura has become the ultimate authority in false eyelashes, developing a variety of designs and styles from the most natural accents to bold, dramatic statements. Used and adored by celebrities, shu uemura lashes create a unique fashion statement for your eyes. His Tokyo Lash Bar Collection showcases natural and dramatic lashes, all hand-made by highly skilled artisans to accomplish even the most intricate designs and sparing no expense at achieving premium quality. So get ready to turn your lashes into a work of art. Shu Uemura has everything you need to allow your ultimate dream lashes to finally take shape.

Applying False Eyelashes
1. Apply Lash Repair, $22 on lashes. When it dries, use Eyelash Curler, $18 and Mascara Basic, $27.50 for a natural look.
2. Using the Slant Tweezers, $32.00, pick the base of the lashes up gently along the edge.
3. Make sure that the lashes are flexible enough to fit the shape of the eyes. Using fingertips, bend the false eyelashes into a U shape.
4. Be sure to test the length and desired position of false lashes before gluing them on to make sure the width matches the width of your eye. Trim the outer edge with scissors if the lashes are too long.
5. Place a drop of Eyelash Adhesive, $8.50 on the back of your hand. Then dip a cotton swab into the adhesive base and transfer it carefully to the base of the lashes.
6. Apply the false lashes close to the eye base and lay them along the lash line starting from the center, then the inner corner, and to the outer corner.

Inter-Views of Fashion; Guido of Redken

Many of the most creative hairstyles that appeared on the s/s ‘08 runways, from Marc Jacobs to Prada, were due to the handiwork of renowned hairstylist Guido (yes, it’s just one name), who has been a creative consultant for Redken since 2005. Guido’s wildly inventive looks have always inspired us so we decided to track down the hairdo guru—mid-jaunt between New York and LA—for a conversation about his approach to styling, the importance of “suitability” and, of course, products.

Do you think you have a distinct style when it comes to doing hair?

Guido: I suppose that I do. I prefer a deconstructed look, something that can make you question what beautiful hair is. I work a lot with classic shapes, even something as classic as a ponytail, and then use an irregular texture—a texture that you may even consider to be bad. But then I fuse that within a particular context and it throws everything into question. I like that.

What makes a good hairstyle?

G: Suitability makes a good hairstyle. What I find is that a lot of hairdressers might do something to somebody’s hair simply to make a statement or to shock. That’s fine as long as it suits the person that is wearing it.

How can women translate runway styles to reality?

G: It translates in so many different ways. I think it’s up to the individual to take an idea from what they see on the runway and dilute it down or simply play around with the idea to suit them.

What are the current trends in hair?

G: For spring, hair is rougher with a matte finish. This season, we’ll see everything from full, exaggerated shapes to reinterpreted classics from the 1940s to natural, unfinished looks. You can see the evolution of a woman from playful-and-quirky modern to sophisticated feminine.

What are the must-have hair products?

G: For this season, I would really recommend Redken Thickening Lotion 06 Body Builder for those pumped-up shapes we did at Marc Jacobs, for example. Spray Starch 15 Heat Memory Styler also by Redken for that soft, matte texture we did at Prada, and Forceful 23 Super Strength Finishing Spray to hold those soft romantic shapes together—a good example of that would be the hair that we did at Roberto Cavalli.

Tell us your best hair advice for women.

G: Don’t be afraid to experiment, get a good relationship with your stylist and through time and trust have fun with your hair, make it sexy—say something!

This interview was conducted by Jessica Dang of JCReport

BeautySpark: Blueberry Fields Forever

New York, May 27. Image via INFDaily.]

Kate Hudson has washed that Owen Wilson right out of her hair and I’m assuming it was with a member of the blue man group. The look, which could be for a movie or could be an early warning sign for a dose of the crazies, is definitely not suggested for anyone out there who enjoys being taken seriously.  Hopefully its for a movie role in which Kate plays that chick who turns into a blueberry in Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, just after the factory trip, when she has to make a living as a candy-scented stripper named Blue Balls.

Whatever the reason, if you plan to attempt (or currently hit the streets with baby blue streaks) don’t.

Feature Beauty Product; The Ball

Ojon® Tawaka™ “The Ball” buffs away dryness as it infuses your skin with the powerful antioxidant and purifying properties of a rare blend of wildcrafted Tawaka™ ingredients. “The Ball” prepares pores for treatment while removing debris and refining surface texture. Buff the ball in a circular motion over the body to help stimulate circulation. Your skin will glow with a velvety, satin, never-oily finish as it polishes and smoothes, revealing beautiful skin you’ll be proud to show off. This ancient blend also helps prepare skin for self-tanning and post-bathing treatments.
Ojon® Tawaka™ “The Ball” contains a high dose of wildcrafted Ojon® oil, rich in essential fatty acids, Omega-3, -6, and -9. Omega-3 fatty acids are essential components for skin’s functioning and Omega-6 fatty acids are essential components of skin’s structure. A deficiency of these essential fatty acids is common and can cause dry, flaky skin. Additionally, the rare, wildcrafted Tawaka™ Cacao blend in “The Ball” contains the same antioxidant amount as 2,834 lbs of blueberries. The Ball doesn’t contain artificial color, sulfate, silicone, or preservatives.

Available at Sephora.

Beauty Spark: A Crimp in Your Step

Ever since I thought I saw Kate Bosworth with crimped hair, I’ve been thinking about the 80’s doo. The look requires a bit of dedication since a chemical crimping can leave your hair crimppled (crimp+crippled) for quite sometime, but with the right cut, the look can totally be an updated classic worth your attention.

Check out the images here from the recent Uma issue of Another Magazine. The models crimp and styling make the look seem ready for a ‘08 redux.

BeautySpark: Kibuke Theatre

I have become increasingly entranced by the idea of women in full white face paint since seeing a model in full body paint at the Tupips & Pansies event a few weeks ago. The porcelain effect stands in direct contrast to a womans lips and allows features to be starkly defined.  While there are traditional white face products that can achieve this affect, I’m sure the laborious application keeps some from trying this for themselves, but indies, be strong, if you attempt this I will praise you, cause nothing says fearless beauty more than putting your face out on a limb for style.

Images Another Magazine and Issue One

Dog Day After Groom

I hate to admit it, but I secretly love this. ‘

Can someone please, please, please attempt, photograph, and send me?

Christina Aguilera Launches Fragrance

It is official, Christina Aguilera is coming out with her own fragrance, and I officially lost all respect for the fragrance industry. Guess what it’s called? Inspire.

“Singer Christina Aguilera has channeled the spirit of another American pop figure, Andy Warhol, and melded it with one of the hippest influences in the contemporary world — Tokyo — to produce Inspire, her first women’s scent aimed at the U.S.”

Really, do we need another Warhol inspired product? Bond no 9 already did a perfume. Also, is it called Inspire because it is inspired by a pop icon or because Christina thinks she inspires her audience? Either way, it’s just another bottle at Sophora.