The Jewish Christmas Eve Chinatown Express Guide

Edited by Jessica Lapidos

Oh goy! While all of your gentile friends will be off with their families on December 24th celebrating the birth of baby Jesus, you, the Jew, will most likely be chowing down on Chinese food and catching a flick at the theater. This isn’t discrimination – those are my plans, too. The only questions that remain: where to go and what to wear? We’ve scouted out a few restaurants all over town, wherever your priorities lie. Authentic food? Open seating? Free wine?? Yeah, we’ve got you covered. Merry Christmakah.

Fei Fei Sun’s Guide to Shanghai and Designers to Watch

Edited by Jessica Lapidos

About three years ago, Fei Fei Sun was just a gal about China, hangin’ with her boyfriend in Shanghai. Several Paris Fashion Week video viewings later, and she’s got the bug to wear it all; to be there in it. Fortunately her razor sharp jawline and chameleon abilities have allowed just that and she skyrocketed her to the fashion stratosphere.. Her first season out, she walked 30 shows without knowing a lick of English. Which I suppose proves the point that you can get by on just your good looks (and in this case, polite, intuitive silence and a fearsome smize). If you turn the tables and find yourself in Shanghai without knowing a damn word in Chinese, check what Fei Fei Sun advises you eat, see and shop in her city.

These Fashion Illustrations Are Too Cool For Paper

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

These fashion illustrations from Chinese artist Tsu Wong are so extraordinary, I hope the actual garments are being made somewhere. The structured shoulders and detailed seams on the pants are super chic.

THE BIZ: Haider Ackermann Calls It Quits | Ted Baker Introduces Themed Stores…

Edited by lookbooks

• Haider Ackermann has announced he’s leaving his menswear line. His collection, which arrives after the New Year, will be his first and last – at least for now. ( Vogue ) • Ted Baker’s New York stores are known to offer a certain flavor. The company will… more

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China is Booming, and so Are the Top Eight Chinese Designers

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

Chinese designers are fighting for a place in China’s ever-evolving fashion landscape. We have eight of the most influential designers in China who are doing everything from dressing celebrities to winning national awards.

Paris Fashion Week: Dries Van Noten’s Handsome Women for Spring 2011

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Paperself Eyelashes

Edited by The Fashion Web

SOURCE:Paperself Eyelashes
I love paperself. Simply, they create magical things out of paper. I would happily pay them a lot to make me a house out of paper. Or even a big spikey box would be amazing.
They have very much outdone themselves with these new paper false lashes.
At only £12 a pair, i’m buying them all.
Available at luna and curious.

(small peach flower)

(small horses)

(peonies)

The inspiration comes from the art of Chinese paper-cutting.

‘Intricately cut and delicately pretty, Eyelashes are available in three styles, each infused with symbolic meaning rooted in Chinese culture:

Horses: symbolic of success
Peony: for happiness and good fortune
Peach blossom: a symbol of love and romance

Unique and expressive, Eyelashes come in two sizes: accentuate the corners of your eyes with the smaller lashes for a subtle daytime look, or make a statement with the full lashes for a special occasion.
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and they ‘re even beautifully packaged,
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Yes yes and yes. I have two pairs to try, so look out for the photos.

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ideeli's First-Ever Beauty Weekend!

Edited by The Fashion Web

Sting & The Police famously sang about their S.O.S. to the world, much like your skin is now likely singing its own cry for help after getting hit with a few intense (though hopefully sweet!) months of summer.

Lucky for you, treating yourself—and your dermis—just got a little easier today, Saturday, and Sunday, as ideeli brings you our first-ever dedicated Beauty Weekend: Summer Skin S.O.S.!

From anti-aging to sun protection to deep moisturization, we’ve got your most important skin and cosmetic needs covered. Our savvy lineup of restoratives includes Cosmesis Skincare, Crystal Peel, Elave, Enessa, and She Essential Beauty. Read on for the 411 on each all-star’s pedigree!

Goal: Fight fine lines, undereye circles, and puffiness with anti-oxidants
Cosmesis Skincare is dermatologist-formulated, and contains antioxidant tea extracts (including red tea, green tea, and white tea) designed to correct problems such as darkness and puffiness under the eyes, fine lines, etc. Shop now!

Goal: Slough away flakes and diminish discoloration
Crystal Peel’s microdermabrasion miracle-workers contain corundum crystals to exfoliate away dull, dry skin; improve skin texture; and even out skin tone. Shop now!

Goal: Protect against environmental damage without chemicals or preservatives
Made by Ovelle pharmaceuticals, which is based in Ireland, Elave is free of parabens, alcohol, sulfates, SLES/SLS, formaldehyde, dyes, pthalates, lanolin, fragrance, soap, and more. It’s also designed to combat the environmental factors that contribute to aging without any harmful ingredients or preservatives—perfect for sensitive skin. Shop now!

Goal: Balance a combination complexion with essential oils
Enessa’s aromatherapy skincare collection is made with essential oils (extracts of plants, flowers and herbs) that contain healthful nutrients and antiseptic properties. Celeb clients include Carmen Electra and Reese Witherspoon. Shop now!

Goal: Spoil your skin with organic ingredients, and reduce redness and inflammation in the process
Natural, organic, and based on Chinese medicine, She Essential Beauty is less focused on anti-aging and more focused on the importance of the mind-body connection, and taking care of yourself and your skin. Shop now!