Perfectly adorable and ideal for stashing your weekend essentials, this cheerful bag does the job right.

A lightweight silk dress won't take up a lot of room in your weekender and is perfect if you need to dress up for a dinner or event.

A small, neutral shoulder bag is a must for a long weekend. I chose this Reed Krakoff gem because it's super chic and pairs well with almost any outfit.

This hi lo racerback tank pairs perfectly with jean shorts for a casual but stylish daytime look.

You can't kick-off summer without a solid pair of cutoff denim shorts. These frayed versions are tailored enough to wear both on and off the shoreline.

A wedge is the perfect getaway shoe because it's easy to walk in but dresses up your wardrobe for night. And you can never go wrong with a design from the Madison Harding girls.

Not only does this cocktail ring boast a super cool design, it opens to reveal a tiny secret compartment. Perfect for the party, if you catch my drift.

Could this pink be more perfect to celebrate the beginning of summer? Plus, every cent of every Viva Glam sale still goes to help those affected by HIV and AIDS.

Makeup is not a requirement to enjoy the surf and sun, so keep it simple with a shimmering bronzing powder and not much else.

Perfect for walking on the beach, running to the farmers market or lounging by the bonfire, these sandals could be the only pair you wear all weekend.

This adorable dress is perfect for throwing on over your swimsuit or having lunch on the terrace.

This ultra-lightweight spray works to polish dry or damaged hair while it protects your locks from UV damage.

Nothing ages our precious skin like too much sun! Get a tan, but get it safely with quality sunscreen.

We are huge fans of Marimekko, so we are obviously obsessing over this pop-y graphic beach towel.

What is better than a bright tribal print for summer? Removable halter straps ensure a fab even tan.

It's still May, and the nights can carry quite the chill. This classic white-washed denim jacket is perfect for covering your shoulders as the sun goes down.

Fashion and function join forces best in a sunhat. Not only does it protect your face and hair from harmful UV rays, it looks fabulous dahhhling.

Gold tone spikes, dipped enamel and engraved skull beads make for the ideal summer statement necklace.

Make Up For Ever Rouge Artist Intense in Satin Bright Orange

NARS Semi Matte Lipstick in Heat Wave

MAC Cosmetics Lipstick in Morange

Obsessive Compulsive Lip Tar in Cha Cha

Guerlain Shine Automatique Hydrating Lip Shine

A corset is an absolute necessity for a pin-up girl, especially a style that laces up the back. We love how the boning in this Classic Corset from Agent Provocateur gives the ultimate hourglass shape.

In most full-body photographs, you'll notice Bettie wore thigh highs with back seams almost exclusively. You won't want to skip out on this sexy, vintage look, so go for one of our favorite pairs a la Philippe Matignon.

We love this seductive twist on the classic opera glove - what better way to grasp a whip than with leather running from the fingertips to up above the elbows? This stunning pair from Aspinal of London is made with the finest Nappa leather.

Bettie Page knew how to seduce with a look, but even she liked to pick up an S&M toy in her photographs every once in awhile. Whether your poison is whips, chains or handcuffs, something like this Silver Tip Riding Crop by Kiki de Montparnasse will add a playful touch to your look.

A pin-up girl without red lipstick is like a martini without the olives, and we can't have none of that. Choose a shade that complements your skin tone best, but may we suggest MAC Lipstick in Lady Bug for a classic feel.

- You know who knows how to properly celebrate 420? Rihanna. Aside from rolling a blunt on a bald man’s head — while in Chanel no less — she also puffs with the mightiest lungs in America, if not the world, Snoop Dogg himself. No wonder she ran out of fucks to give…she never had any to begin with. [Buzzfeed]

- Carine Roitfeld is showing no sign of slowing down this year after a whirlwind 2011. Aside from her new magazine, the Parisienne is hooking up with MAC to deliver a limited edition line of cosmetics, focusing, naturally, on the eye and the brow. [WWD]

- Turn your TVs on and turn the sound off for Bravo‘s The Untitled Male Model Project. Kinda surprised, and a little disappointed, it took Bravo this long to launch a reality show centered around male models but I’m assuming Andy Cohen had to do some rigorous “hands-on” research. [The Cut]

- Also hopping on the reality show bandwagon is designer/professional cartwheeler Betsey Johnson whose Style Network show Betsey + Lulu chronicles her relationship with her daughter as she tries to step out of her mother’s sequined shadow. [Racked]

- The Guess v Gucci trial has come to an end, with Guess’ lawyer, Daniel Petrocelli, making a convincing closing argument calling into question Gucci’s slow response to the defendant’s alleged trademark infringement. Judge Shira Scheindlin is expected to deliver her verdict in the coming months. [WWD, sub req'd]

- Tyra’s holding three pictures in her hands…and they’re all going the fuck home. Ms. Banks has not renewed the contracts for (read: fired) her America’s Next Top Model costars — stylist Jay Manuel, noted fashion photographer Nigel Barker and runway coach J. Alexander in favor of recruiting bloggers like Bryanboy. Meanwhile, burn that show to the ground and just bring back André Leon Talley to soft shoe over its ashes. [Page Six]

This vibrant, matte coral hue goes on and stays in place, so you can take it from the office to martinis without skipping a beat.

This high-shine formula moisturizes, smoothes and plumps the lips while Vitamins C & E offer anti-oxidant protection.

Combining the rich color and longevity of a lipstick with the easy application of a gloss, you can be beautiful and eco-friendly wearing this gorgeous vegan formula.

If you're looking for a more neutral take on this peachy trend, MAC's Creme d' Nude is the perfect shade.

Creatures of the Wind Spring 2012 look by NARS

It's no secret mint is a huge color for spring, so show some love with this highly pigmented cream shadow. Add a little to lips and cheeks if you're feeling super brave.

Start out using one shade to get a feel for this soft, romantic eye palette, or try a few for a playfully dramatic look.

Get your mermaid on with this cool blue, long-lasting liner. A for sure statement maker, line top and bottom lashes and simply finish with mascara.

Channel the YSL Spring 2012 runway with shades from the Candy palette, worn by models in the show.

This lovely muted yellow will make all eye colors pop, enhancing green and blue peepers and reflecting luminous gold hues in brown.

This quick-drying liquid liner pen has a unique chisel tip for perfect precision every time. And what pink could be more perfect for spring than Donutella?

Create your own secret rose garden with pearly, shimmering purple and pink shadows that will make eyes pop in the springtime sunlight.

I used this cold-pressed, organic virgin coconut oil as a body moisturizer for the first time last week, and I'm never turning back. Not only does it smell incredible and intensely moisturize, it helps repair environmental damage, improves cell wall saturation and reduces inflammation. Try it once, and you'll be hooked.

Often referred to as "liquid gold," this skin and hair superfood is jam-packed with Vitamin E, Essential Fatty Acids and Proteins. What can this beauty bling do for you? Using it a couple times a week in place of shampoo will transform your hair, making it shiner and healthier than before. As for skin, Argan Oil fights fine lines, repairs imperfections, minimizes scars and stretch marks and reduces inflammation.

It's not difficult to see why this mascara is award-winning. The triple-film complex works to coat lashes in one stroke, conditions and creates curves with pro-vitamin B5 and aloe vera and packs staying power with vinyl polymer. You will have sexy, dramatic, breeze-conjuring lashes in no time.

If you're looking for an at-home manicure that stands the test of time (or at least a week's time), Deborah Lippmann is your girl. Her sparkling hues are so fun and glamorous, it's difficult to choose just one. But Mermaid's Dream, a new addition to the collection, is pure seafoam grandeur.

Hallelujah! This dream cream eyeshadow and liner won't smudge or crease once it's in place. Use it as a sheer shadow with a bold lip or layer on the hues for a dramatic look that lasts all day. Samba-dy Loves Me is the perfect neutral shade and a quintessential addition to our spring makeup bags.

Warning: after using this foundation, you will never want to use your old brand again. This liquid, medium-coverage foundation conceals while it protects from sun damage with SPF 24. The silky, luxurious formula melts into skin, provides a dewey coverage with a luminous finish and moisturizes all the while. And it's a Neiman Marcus 2012 Beauty Award Finalist - enough said.

No matter how fancy, expensive or popular other soaps can be, we always go back to Dr. Bronner's Magical Soaps. Not only are all oil and essential oil ingredients certified organic and Fair Trade, the packaging is made from post-consumer recycled paper, making it both good for you and our Earth. We love all the scents, but rose is oh-so elegant.

When you apply this long-lasting lipstick, expect it to stay put for a very long time. Made to hydrate while you wear, this color won't flake or bleed. The glossy texture allows you to easily apply a new topcoat without removing the old. We think Overtime is the perfect, everyday springtime pink.

This incredible toner will fit seamlessly into your skincare routine, to be used after cleansing to prepare your face for moisturizer. Essential lavender water calms and refreshes, amino acid Serine promotes softness, the powerful antioxidant Jojoba Leaf helps prevent premature aging and Willowherb calms skin inflammation and reduces redness. Great as a midday skin refresher!

Using only two colors, this beauty shot from the Miu Miu Fall 2011 show is a good example of how to quickly master this trend at home. Keep clicking for the three simple steps.

Start by applying two coats of your favorite bold lipstick. If you desire, use a liner to dramatize the end result. You can have fun with this step - purples, pinks, oranges and reds are all encouraged. We love Dolce & Gabbana Classic Cream Lipstick in Fire.

Nude lipstick can be scary, but don't be afraid to use something more matte and neutral than you're used to. Apply this hue on top of the bright color, in the middle of your pout. MAC Cosmetics Lipstick in Myth will get the job done. Lightly blend the edges of the two colors together with your finger tip to give that genuine ombre effect.

Adding a high-shine, clear gloss to the center of the lips further enhances the ombre effect by producing that sexy, pouty look we're constantly trying to achieve. Bobbi Brown Crystal Lip Gloss is a classic go-to.

Effie Trinket wants two things in life: to not be shamed by her District 12 tributes and to look fabulous all the time. During the reaping in 12, her rich plum ladysuit was complemented by striking reddish-purple eyes and lips. For the eyes, lightly dampen a brush and dot shadow along top and bottom lash lines. MAC Eye Shadow in Passionate is the perfect shade.

Cinna gave his prep team very specific instructions on how he wanted Katniss presented during the Hunger Games opening ceremony. She needed to look innocent, almost virginal, but catch the eye of every single soul in Panem. Light makeup with a touch of drama is the way to go. Adding a pair of falsies like Make Up For Ever Nude Eyelashes in 106 Jeanne are dramatic without being unduly over-the-top.

Katniss, Peeta and their teams always watched a playback of the evening's broadcast in a sitting room after dinner. Effie Trinket never lets her hair down, and it shows with her bright green curls and expertly made-up face. She's way ahead of the curve, rocking the Fall 2012 blue shadow trend. You can get the look too with Illamasqua Powder Eye Shadow in Victim.

Caesar Flickerman, the cheerful interviewer of Hunger Games tributes, is always in style, changing the hue of his hair, lips and eyelids often. Perhaps his most memorable look is this cool blue coif, pushed up into a poof and back in a curly ponytail. And who knows candy-colored hair better than Manic Panic? Their "Classic" Cream Formula Hair Color in Shocking Blue will do you right.

The limited edition 30-piece collection launches in October and will include eye shadows, lipsticks, nail polishes and eyeliners, ranging in price from $15 to $27. So this fall you can put a little Monroe on your face then waltz down to the nearest subway grate to recreate The Seven Year Itch. Just make sure you don’t stand there too long, especially if you’re in New York, or that itch may last a lot longer. [WWD]

Color palette: Black, tan, black
Statement Pieces: Tough leather jackets, drop crotch harem pants, slouchy layering, all black and grey, master styler, black lips, blunt bangs, cowboy hats, fringe everywhere, gunslinger inspired leather vest, exposed backs, jackets with shoulder straps to be worn as a backpack, turtle shell pendants.

Makeup: MAC cosmetics, jet black bobs, burgundy lips.
Front Row Name Drops: Cory Kennedy, Elle magazine’s Joe Zee
Runway Music: Shot You Down- Audio Bullys

Color palette: Marina and seagrass, ginseng and hazel
Mood: Rich and mysterious, even teetering on the dark side in the chicest of ways
Statement Pieces: Flame washed velvet and beaded lace cowl back long sleeve gown (I openly and audibly gasped when this came down the runway); Black washed velvet and beaded lace bodice gown
Front Row Name Drops: The beautiful Aisha Tyler and Neiman Marcus’ Ken Downing
Gossip: No one is dropping any juicy information, and I’m getting restless
Runway Music: Nancy Sinatra, Zola Jesus

Photo via The Cut

Ditto’s currently in Paris for couture week where she confessed that Jean Paul Gaultier‘s Amy Winehouse-inspired collection almost made her cry and gave her chills — in a good way. While in the City of Lights, the singer will attend a fancy shmancy dinner to celebrate the cosmetic collaboration as the special guest of Estée Lauder group president and MAC AIDS Fund chairman John Demsey and MAC global president Karen Buglisi. [WWD]

Sophia was, and still is, all about the glitz and glamour. Step out for a night on the town in a fetching embellished strapless gown like this sparkling La Femme number.

Bombshells like Loren don't mess around when it comes to jewelry. Add some weight to your ears with 14 carats of sapphires and diamonds.

Ladies don't leave the house without some bounce in their coif. A set of modern, velvet-covered hot rollers like this set from T3 will get the job done in no time.

Sophia usually wore beautiful matte lipsticks in lighter pinks and reds. Recreate her pout with a hue like M·A·C Lipstick in On Hold.

Sophia's brows were always perfectly manicured. Get her bold, shipshape look with a shaping kit like Benefit's Brow Zings.

- Chanel has confirmed rumors that Alice Dellal is the newest face of its Boy Chanel handbag campaign, shot by Karl Lagerfeld himself. [WWD]

- Speaking of the industrious Herr Kaiser, more images have been released from his upcoming Karl line. [Vogue UK]

- Iris Apfel may well be nearing the 3,000-year-old mark, but she’s showing no signs of slowing down. The bespectacled harridan‘s MAC cosmetics line will launch on January 5. [Fashionista]

- Miss Sixty’s creative director Wichy Hassan passed away today after a long battle with cancer. [WWD]

- The trailer for the new Halston documentary, Ultrasuede: In Search of Halston, looks fucking awesome — particularly since Liza Minnelli crawled out of whatever gutter she’s been jazz-handing in to provide commentary. [The Cut]

Pugh is no stranger to a full face; he started wearing makeup as an 8-year-old ballerina but gave up the dance to pursue fashion at 16. To this day, however, he refuses to leave the house without his face painted — “To me, it’s like putting my shoes on.”

Demonstrating characteristics of a nascent hoarder — “I never throw anything away” — Pugh dug through his studio for inspiration to send to MAC: “There’s a butterfly ring, which is how we came up with the iridescent thing. There was a hematite rock that I’d picked up in Evolution in New York. I can’t resist that place. It’s full of dead things and crystals. I sent Mac the feathered head-dresses from my spring/summer 2010 show – light grey feathers, that’s how we came up with that colour. It’s all come from the same place so it works as a collection, I think. It tells a story.”

The result is a beautifully dark, and darkly beautiful, collection that features a duo-chromatic nail polish, a matte powder designed for all skin complexions and Flight Lashes, a pair of false lashes that could easily take you up, up and away on a strong breeze.

The collaborative process seems to have been beneficial for both sides with MAC’S senior VP and creative director James Gager remarking:  ”The main thing is that Gareth is this young, vital, progressive creative force. I feel that aligning ourselves with someone like that says a lot to both our [make-up] artists and our customers about the vitality of Mac as a brand.”

“I don’t do a lot of collaborations, especially not with big companies,” Pugh admitted, ” and I think only a few of those would be willing to commit to this level of investment: custom packaging, a film. It’s been done really beautifully and, like I say, Mac has done my shows for many years, make-up is important to my shows, I wear make-up and it’s kind of let me do what I want.”

To promote Gareth Pugh for MAC, a short film was shot starring model Alla Kostromichova that will be screened alongside the product once the collection launches online and in select MAC stores in December. [Independent]

The 21-piece collection is composed of “rich, seasonal hues” and will expand internationally in January after its launch in North America.

LINK LOVE: WWD

Milk is now represented by Creative Artists Agency and has brought on Lexus and American Express as sponsors in addition to original partner MAC Cosmetics.  This partnership has also gone through some changes and beginning this Fashion Week MAC & Milk shows will be under the name of Made.

Lincoln Center on the other hand has IMG, Mercedes-Benz and Maybelline, as well as AmEx with MAC also providing make-up for many a MBFW show.

While Made focuses on emerging designers and does not charge to rent their space — MAC is the exclusive make-up provider leaving models and music on the bill — Lincoln Center caters to more high-profile designers, who in addition to paying for the venue also have to dig deep for models, hair, music and makeup. And these are just a few of the differences:

Number of Shows:

Made – 35

MBFW – 98 (81 on-site, 17 off)

Sponsors:

Made – MAC, American Express and Lexus

MBFW - DHL, Maybelline New York, American Express, TRESemmé, W Hotels Worldwide, Fiber One Bars, ideeli, Fiji Water, AriZona Beverages

Designers:

Made - Sophie Theallet, Cushnie Et Ochs, Peter Som, Erin by Erin Fetherston, Billy Reid, Simon Spurr, Ohne Titel, Jeremy Scott, Nahm

MBFW - BCBG Max Azria, Tommy Hilfiger, Nicole Miller, Cynthia Rowley, Derek Lam, Tracy Reese, L.A.M.B., Diane von Furstenberg, Betsey Johnson, Tory Burch, Badgley Mischka, Vera Wang, Diesel, Michael Kors, Nanette Lepore, J.Mendel, Milly by Michelle Smith, Anna Sui, Elie Tahari

With Fashion Week just around the corner and all those sponsorship dollars, designer reputations and AmEx black cards floating around, the stage is set for a good ole-fashioned walk-off between Milk Studios and Lincoln Center. [WWD]

Photo: Bella Sugar

The dashing divas shook their equally famous bon bons (remember that song…yeah, me neither) with David LaChappelle Monday in Miami for the the Minaj-à-Martin ads,  set to appear in fashion/lifestyle magazines come February. [WWD]

- Hussein Chalayan was “devastated” when Tom Ford passed him over in 2001 for being “too avant-garde.” I guess birthing eggs weren’t what Gucci was looking for back then. [Vogue UK]

- Vogue‘s coveted September cover will go to Kate Moss and her wedding, shot by go-to Wintour lensman, Mario Testino. And Vanity Fair is going decidedly classy by shooting Lindsay Lohan while under house arrest for their September issue. [Page Six]

- Apparently, Princess Beatrice has been listening to the haters and has hired full-blown fashionista Emma Watson‘s stylist for $2400/day. Meanwhile, throw that glorified basketball hoop of a Philip Treacy hat back on and stop boring me. [Styleite]

- Ice queen Johnny Weir will be the face of MAC Cosmetics‘ holiday collection, “Glitter and Ice.” [Page Six]

- And if that isn’t gay enough for you, check out the windows of Michael Kors Bleecker Street  location in celebration of the recently passed same-sex marriage bill. Those brides are actually drag queens, FYI. [Racked]

1. Giorgio Armani Beauty Eyes to Kill Intense Eyeshadow in Copper/Black $32

2. NARS Duo Cream Eyeshadow in Burn It Blue $33

3. MAC Eyeshadow in Gulf Stream $22

4. Estée Lauder Pure Color Eyeshadow in Purple Passion $20

5. Stila Eye Shadow Trio in Going Green $20

6. Dolce&Gabbana The Make Up Smooth Eye Colour Quad in Divine $60

7. Givenchy Le Prismissime 9-Colors Eyeshadow in Acid Lights $62

8. Lancôme Eye Brightening All-In-One 5 Shadow & Liner Palette in Emerald Boudoir $48

9. Sephora Collection Baked Moonshadow Trio in Meteor Shower $17

10. Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick Compact in Bronze $38

If you have any questions about the cosmetics shown above, tweet at me @CrystlMeatballs.

Sofia Coppola will present good friend and longtime fag to her hag, Marc Jacobs with the Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award, amidst a roar of boos. Somehow Jessica Alba scored an invite and will hand over the Founders Award to Hal Rubenstein and sexy septuagenarian Grace Coddington will hurl the Board of Directors’ Special Tribute Award to an unsuspecting Arthur Elgort. Karolina Kurkova, not to be outdone, will present the three Swarovski Awards.

Meanwhile, Patrick Ervell dug up Kirsten Dunst for his date, Micahel Kors will be chaperoned by Ashley Greene and Calvin Klein‘s Francisco Costa by noted actress Kerry Washington. Liv Tyler forsake frequent gal-date Stella McCartney for the humpy Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez of Proenza Schouler and last but not least, Chlöe Sevigny will stumble into the ceremony with MAC Cosmetics.

This should make the FiFis look…well, like the FiFis. [WWD]

Sofia Coppola and designer Marc Jacobs depart the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala "Superheroes: Fashion And Fantasy" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2008 in New York City. "Superheroes: Fashion and Fantasy" Costume Institute Gala at The Metropolitan Museum of Art - Departures The Metropolitan Museum of Art New York, NY United States May 5, 2008 Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage.com To license this image (15782602), contact WireImage.com

- Prada‘s IPO was initially valued at $9.5 billion but that number’s looking more along the lines of $15 billion. [WWD]

- Besides starring in early 90s sitcoms, Ashley Olsen and I have something in common. According to one half of The Row: “I don’t like being around a lot of people, I don’t like being in crowds….” Join the club, Ash. Except I disbanded the club because there were too many people in it. [Style.com]

- Models without make-up, airbrushing or retouching are still very much…models. [Models.com]

- Zoeheads can go bananas for Rachel Zoe‘s clothing line in July when it hits the shelves and racks of Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks, Intermix and Selfridges. [The Cut]

- Lady Gaga‘s “Glam This Way” project with MAC Viva Glam will allow her little monsters to upload photos of themselves which in turn will be used in a gown created by Nicola Formichetti to be worn by the Lady this fall. [Us Mag]

1. Macbook Pro  Laptop $1799.00, apple.com

2. Christian Louboutin Biana 140mm Heels $795, christianlouboutin.com

3. Glam Rock Rose Gold IP Watch $995, glamrock.com

4. Tiffany Hearts Charm & Chain $850, tiffany.com

5. Tracey Reese frock! “Adison” Dress $228, traceyreese.com

6. Beats By Dre Solo Headphones $229, beatsbydre.com

7. Nikon COOLPIX P100 Camera $399.95 shop.nikonusa.com

8.  Hermes Ex Libtis GM Notebook $225 hermes.com

9. A-morir Libertine Sunglasses $280, a-morir.com

10. Completely Bare Gift Card completelybare.com

11. Tuleste Market Bouna Fisherman Booties $375 shopbop.com

12. Burberry Leather-Detail Trench Coat $1195 neimanmarcus.com

13. MAC Cosmetics Gift Card maccosmetics.com

The contents of someone’s bag tells a lot about them. And here at FashionIndie, our bags can’t keep their goddamn mouths shut.

Sam – Louis Vuitton backpack

My favorite moment was about 4 hours into our Blogger Break Room when we had like 80 people simultaneously getting spa services, drinking champagne, being fabulous and magically nothing went wrong!

Rebecca Minkoff mini wallet
Camera
Grey matte nail Polish
Keys
Gucci aviator sunglasses
Fashion GPS front row seat and after party drink tickets to L.A.M.B. and Ivana Helsinki
Taxi receipts
A fat pile of business cards
NYFW credential badge
Dollar bill from the VMAN Magazine party
Louise Manna body wrap jewelry
3 pens
Moleskine mini notebook
Liquid black eyeliner
Maybelline lipgloss from the Tents
Lotion
Vitamins

Amanda – Bag made from recycled plastic bottles from Love Brigade

- These are my favorite sunglasses of ALL TIME. I bought them at my favorite old lady consignment store like 6 years ago. The case is from Topshop.
- My wallet is full of maxed out credit cards and a $5 bill, so sad.
- I keep vitamins with me in case I start to feel under the weather during fashion week.
- There’s nothing worse than when a nail breaks, so obvi a nail file is necessary.
- iPod, headphones, self-explanatory.
- Notebook and pen for notes and doodles.
- My Canon EOS 20D camera – I’ve been snapping photos all over town.
- My many keys
- Deck of cards from the Malan Breton show yesterday.
- My everyday beauty essentials – hairbrush, makeup brushes, Make Up For Ever Powder, Sephora eye shadow palette, Smith’s Rosebud Salve, Burt’s Bees, Benefit Bad Gal Liner, MAC Satin Lipstick in Rebel, Sephora lip gloss and Maybelline Falsies mascara
- Hand sanitizer for public transportation horrors.
- The collection description sheet from the Son Jung Wan fall/winter 2011 show.
- Business cards from Fashion Week that must be filed away!

Lester – H&M tote

While typing up my list I realized I’m basically a woman. And am fine with that.

Sequined clutch — I don’t care for man wallets
Interview mag with Tom Ford
Nail polish remover — for the 2 bottles of nail polish I got from Blogger Break Room
Headphones
Hand sanitizer
Notebook
2 pens
Duane Reade Cold & Sinus Relief — I crawled over the fashion finish line with a fever and god knows what else
T-Mobile crap since I “lost” my phone and had to get a replacement
Carmex
Programs from various fashion shows, including Richie Rich and Kimberly Ovitz
Box o’ biz cards
Trial size deodorant, baby powder and lotion, should I spend yet another night on someone’s couch
Stain remover pen (LIFESAVER)
The Socializer under eye treatment
Orbit gum
The First Wives Club– one of my fave movies so I decided to check out the book
Body oils (red Egyptian musk and Sandalwood)
Lanvin perfume, Arpege
Lollipop from Cocktails and Couture
Press pass from Diesel
Cough and eye drops
Mirabella eyeliner lip and cheek ink and
Compact — I got so much free make-up even though I don’t wear any of it. Now I have a reason to start.
Gloves
Christian Siriano Payless pump Polaroid
Swiss Army knife should I ever need to cut a bitch

Jess – Faux fur bodybag from LF

1. My brand spankin’ new Macbook pro, that I would have died without. Frequented that AOL StyleList blogger’s haven with it on the regs.

2. Multiple sparkly Milani nail polish. I did my nails everywhere, painting over layers to change up the colors constantly. There was a rotating slew of colors that cycled through the bag this week.

3. Lipsticks: Illamasqua: The Box (rouge), YSL fucsia, Iman (Pat Field‘s) Jaguar

4. Business cards. Gave out about 75, received at least as many.
5. Several WWDs and Daily Front Rows. I do admit I love reading the Daily.
6. Tickets. Many. Some I’ve disposed of, some made it. Some standing, some seats. None actually with my name on it.
7. Various runs of show. Ones that have lingered in my bag: Timo Weiland, Anna Sui, Dennis Basso, Alexandre Herchcovitch.
8. ESSENTIAL: Blackberry. Can’t believe it took me this long to talk about it. Maybe because I’ve done so much damage on it that it actually just broke. Fashion Week broke my phone…. now…. iPhone?
9. Because that’s not an iPhone, that’s an iPod touch and it’s been keeping me cat walking myself from place to place.
10. Biggie camera. I spent 3 years, that’s 6 seasons in the PIT with this guy. Not this year. Now I just got to use it on celebs backstage, at presentations and the like.
11. WIRES. OMG. My bag was like a radio shack. Heaven forbid I should be without a charge.
12. Small purse. Vintage. Used it when I stashed the big lady mama at the after party coat checks.
13. Wallet. Duh.
14. Deck of cards? The last free gift to remain in this bag. They’re usually the first to go when I get home.
15. Voice recorder, which I ditched for my Blackberry video camera.
16. Pashmina – much lighter than a laptop case. I didn’t wear it, my MacBook did.
17. Vintage Korean flower cardi I wore yesterday. I took it off when the world got mild.
18. Urban Zen literature – got my reikis healed (?) in the AmEx Skybox. Still confused about the process, but I felt great after.
19. My handy dandy notebook. All of my show notes are in this little thing.
20. Napkin from Timo Weiland’s after party on which Paul Steiger (as in Walter‘s son) drew shoes for me. I’m going to the press sample sale today!

That is all that remains. I’m surprised I didn’t find at least 3 Frappacinos and a slew of Fijis, but I lightened my load as I went along.

Mac – Faux croc tote from 21Men

I used the camera to take amazing photos all over NYC this Fashion Week.The Coke Zero is used solely for caffeine purposes but Lord knows I dont need any empty calories. I have two pairs of sunglasses to switch up my eyewear but maintain my air of mystery. The Marc Jacobs ones were gifted to me by stylist Robert Verdi as was the Kenneth Cole cologne, Reaction (the scent is fresh and young).  Finally the latest copy of VMAN for the train and cab rides all over the city. And yes I still have the dollar that was in his mouth.

Coke Zero
Powerade
VMAN
Sony Camera
DOTS Wooden Bracelts
Forever 21 Sunglasses
Marc By Marc Jacobs aviators
Notebook
The Daily
Brush
Chapstick
Fashion Indie Vol 2 mixtape
Biz cards
Cash
Metrocard
Pens
Hand Sanitizer
Ray Ban glasses case

Josh – Laptop bag

At the Richie Rich show I heard several people say, “Oh my god! That Rod Stewart impersonator looks so convincing!” I later learned that person was the real Rod Stewart.

Olive Leaf Extract Pills
Vitamin C
Shades
Icebreaker mints
3 $15 iTunes gift cards
Apple wireless mouse
Apple ear buds
GQ magazine
3 Random pens
1 Show invitation
Notepad
Small USB dog that humps computer
Sony voice recorder

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Vivid hot pink (Amplified Creme)

Fusion Pink ( bright Coral)

Saint Germain ( clean pastel pink)

Lickable (blue-pink)

Milan Mode ( Sheer deep pink)

… and if it’s not all about the pink for you today why not go with a little Ke$ha blue… or maybe even some more reds to add to your collection by shopping here.

The collection will be suitably supersized, featuring comically large  lipglosses ($19.95), blushes  ($24) and purse mirrors ($20).  James Gager, senior vice president and creative director of MAC Worldwide explains:

“Since Wonder Woman has this amazing strength, we decided that the products in the collection should be larger than anything we do; from the size of the compacts to the jumbo blush.”

Gager, however, does not seem to be fully aware of Wonder Woman’s abilities, claiming she ”uses the power of makeup to eliminate dullness and make women beautiful.”

I assume she uses those bullet-deflecting bracelets to check if she has any lipstick on her teeth.

That lipstick, by the bye, will be in Russian Red, a matte cherry color that was Madonna’s blonde ambition in the early 90s.

Wonder Woman apparently likes her eye shadow in white, pink, silver, forest green, olive-bronze and a frosty lime. Mascaras will come in black as well as shades of purple, green and blue to dazzle any evildoers. Even better, the glamazon can match her nail polish to her costume with a choice of bright red or navy blue.

Gager expects the Wonder Woman line to be more popular than MAC’s Hello Kitty and Barbie collaborations, predicting it will sell out in the first 2 weeks of its 6 week availability.

You can golden lasso one of those super compacts at MAC’s special pop-up at 109 Prince St in Manhattan on February 3rd. The store will be open thru mid-April when it become a new MAC store.

And if you’re not in New York, you can also get the limited edition line at one of the 767 locations where MAC is sold in North America (or the 757 locations globally).

So fuel up those invisible jets, ladies and pick yourself up a little Wonder.

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January - "V" Magazine Size Issue

January - Uniqlo Ad

January - Grammy Red Carpet

February - Alexander McQueen Tribute

February - Brit Awards Red Carpet

March - "Vogue Hommes Japan" Cover

March - "Telephone" Video

April - "V Man"

May - "American Idol"

June - "Rolling Stone" Cover

June - "Alejandro" Video

July - "Vanity Fair" Cover

July - Y-3 Ad

August - "Vogue Hommes Japan" Digital

September - "Vogue Hommes Japan" Cover w/ "Jo Calderone"

September - Lady Gaga VMAs Red Carpet

September - Lady Gaga Accepts Video of the Year VMA

October - "Hercules" Magazine

November - Charlize Theron for Uniqlo Ad

December - Lady Gaga for MAC Cosmetics

A model presents a creation by Colombian-US designer Esteban Cortazar for Emanuel Ungaro during the autumn/winter 2009 ready-to-wear collection show in Paris, on March 8, 2009. AFP PHOTO PIERRE VERDY (Photo credit should read PIERRE VERDY/AFP/Getty Images)

Emanuael Ungaro Paris Fashion Week. Fall 2009 Collections.

The pink stick will go on sale next Friday, the 26th, at maccosmetics.com. But act fast as the shade will only be available online for the following four consecutive Fridays.

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When Rodarte chose to uptake a Mexican inspiration for their latest MAC line their objective was to celebrate different aspects of the culture. For example, one of the pink lip glosses is named Quinceañera, after the cultural tradition. But there’s one nail polish name that has seemed to spark some problems, Juarez. The Frisky, a blogger, explains why the name is so offensive:

Why’s it tasteless? Juarez is an impoverished Mexican factory town notorious for the number of women between the ages of 12 and 22 who have been raped and murdered with little or no response from police.

My guess would be the companies didn’t know this when they decided to name the polish.

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Remember those photos of Gaga working it  in Tokyo last month? Well here is the video of her stellar performance in this artistic video done with Terence Koh. Keep reading for video…

M.A.C Cosmetics has teamed with Alice + Olivia designer Stacey Bendet Eisner to create their very own limited edition makeup collection. The line includes a number of colorful glosses, shimmers and polishes set to hit store shelves starting on June 8th with prices ranging from $12 to $19.50.

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Unfortunately, this sleek pink lipstick that was created by the Lady Herself won’t allow you to sing like her, but you’ll look really pretty.

Since it’s part of the MAC Viva Glam lipstick series, every cent of each purchase goes straight to the MAC AIDS Fund. That’s definitely worth $14, I’d say.

In case you missed it, here is Lady Gaga and Cyndi Lauper on Good Morning America talking about their roles in MAC’s Viva Glam Campaign for HIV/AIDS awareness.

 Iconic British luxury brand Liberty of London and MAC Cosmetics have teamed up to produce a limited-edition makeup line that will feature saturated hues and pretty packaging. The collection won’t hit stores for another two months, however – March 11, to be exact.  Judging from the success of the DSquared/MAC collaboration, it’s something to look forward to.

 There will be soft, luminescent highlighters in mod white compacts, plenty of creamy lipsticks and eyeshadows, and a dark green/blue pearlized nail polish, all with adorable illustrations of flowers on the packaging.

There will even be a specially-designed Liberty of London scarf that will retail at $115.

Give me Liberty or give me death!

For Rodarte’s Spring/Summer 2010 Runway Show last week during Fashion Week in NYC, MAC Cosmetic’s Senior Artist Chantel Miller took makeup art to new heights. In collaboration with Rodarte designers Kate and Laura Mulleavy , miller designed full-sleeve, half-sleeve and neck tattoos painted on BY HAND using only MAC cosmetics and brushes. It took 40 artists, yes I said 40 artists, and 4 hours to prepare and accomplish the look on the models before the show.

AMAZING. UTTERLY AMAZING.

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Black is the new Black, even when it comes to beauty. MAC’s new all black collection is literally all black, including eyeliner, lipstick, and nailpolish…

Lipstick ($14.00 U.S.)

* Black Knight Creamy true black (Cremesheen) (Limited Edition)

Mattene ($14.50 U.S.)

* Midnight Media Dense matte black (Limited Edition)
* Night Violet Deep purple grape (Repromote) (Limited Edition)

Glimmerglass ($18.00 U.S.)

* Bling Black Sheer black with gold pearl (Limited Edition)
* Blackfire Sheer black with pink purple pearl (Limited Edition)
* Blackware Creamy true black (Limited Edition)

Mineralize Eye Shadows ($19.00 U.S.)

* Cinderfella Black with silver pearl (Limited Edition)
* Young Punk Black with pink purple pearl (Limited Edition)
* Gilt by Association Black with gold bronze pearl (Limited Edition)
* Blue Flame Black with blue pearl (Limited Edition)

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Grease Paintstick ($17.50 U.S.)

* Black Intense black (Limited Edition)

Penultimate Liner ($16.50 U.S.)

* Rapidblack True black (Permanent)

Eye Kohl ($14.50 U.S.)

* Smolder Intense Black (Permanent)

Cream Colour Base ($16.50 U.S)

* Black Creamy True black (Permanent at PRO)
* Bat Black Burgundy black with pink pearl (Permanent at PRO)

Nail Lacquer ($12.00 U.S. )

* Nocturnelle True black (Cream) (Permanent)
* Seriously Hip Black with gold particle pearl (Frost) (Limited Edition)
* Baby Goth Girl Black with pink and purple pearl (Frost) (Limited Edition)

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Beauty collaborations have been a bit boring lately (Christian Siriano for Vicky Secret for example), but this one looks a bit edgy. Loving the fuchsia looking lipstick, and the bright blue eye pencils.

Images via Butterfly Diary

Super colorful and fun, the new Mac collection gives us plenty to choose from. Check out the entire collection here.

With colors like Dry Martini (a perfect fatigue green) and Cool Reserve (a chalky, dirty gray-lavender) this collection will surely sell out as soon as it hits shelves Aug 27th.

LINKAGE: NY MAG

Here’s MAC’s latest limited edition collection, Naked Honey – three aspects of golden warmth and sun-made sweetness for the body, layered with two decidedly different honeycomb-derived fragrances – celebrating the secret lives of Queen Bees. Comes with complementary shades of High-Light Powder, Eye Shadow and Lipglass are all the buzz for summer.

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M.A.C.’s new Hello Kitty collection acrtually consists of two collections—Hello Kitty Colour, and “the more high-end” Hello Kitty Kouture. Product includes “Fashion Mews” lipstick ($14), and something called Dazzleglass ($28) that comes with a Swarovski crystal-embellished pendant. LINKAGE: Racked via Nitrolitious