BEHIND THE SCENES: Kohler

Fashion, hair & make-up inspirations

Kohler's Torsion bathroom set

Model trapped!

FINAL IMAGE...published in the May issue of the British magazine, Livingetc.

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‘Melissa’ trousers, $298, by Elie Tahari available at Bloomingdales.

‘Vamp’ high heel, $89.90, by Zara.

H&M CONSCIOUS EXCLUSIVE COLLECTION

Have you seen the new H&M Conscious Exclusive at the Michigan Ave store? It’s amazing!! If these gorgeous clothes aren’t enough H&M’s new collection is made from sustainable materials: organic cotton, recycled polyester, recycled polyamide and Tencel. It’s about H&M’s actions for a more sustainable fashion future! Unfortunately this collection it’s not available online so go to store NOW before it sells out!

H&M, 840 North Michigan Ave.
Chicago, Illinois 60611 (312) 640-0060

GET THE LOOK: Prada

Loving Prada's spring/summer 2013 but not the price tag? Here is how you can GET THE LOOK...

Monochrome daisy print jumper, £23 GBP (approx $35 USD), by Glamorous.

REAL V DEAL: Ted Baker v J.Crew

REAL: ‘Joleey’ bow ballet jelly flats, $90, by Ted Baker available at Bloomingdale’s.
DEAL: Ballet jelly flats, currently on sale $19.50 (originally $39.50), by J.Crew Factory.

NEW WORK: The Bridal Team Ad

I've already posted the BEHIND THE SCENES from this shoot but haven't yet posted the ad that ran in the March issue of CS magazine. Check out the BEHIND THE SCENES images from this shoot.

Photographer: Dennis Lee
Stylist: Jessica Moazami
Hair: Jen Bean at THE BRIDAL TEAM
Make Up: Frances Tsalas at THE BRIDAL TEAM
Model: Michelle S at FACTOR WOMEN Model Management

BEAUTY CONFESSIONS: ALICE DU PARCQ Beauty & Health Director

London based beauty journalist, Alice du Parcq, originally started off working in the fashion department of Tatler magazine. It wasn’t until she worked at The Telegraph Magazine's style team that Alice got bitten by the beauty bug. Now with over 10 years of experience, she is known for creating intelligent and practical health and beauty pages that are also delicious to look at. Alice found herself back at British Condé Nast working for other titles like Glamour and Brides. Most recently she has joined the Easy Living team as Health & Beauty Director and was a key player in re-launching this glossy magazine.

WHAT’S YOUR BEAUTY ADDICTION?
Can I have more than one?! Fresh breath, clean hair, quenched skin and groomed nails – all simple things that make me feel 'put together'. But if I had to choose just one product addiction, it would be Le Petit Marseillais Lait Réparateur au Karite – it's a big body lotion in a pump bottle that full of Shea Butter and smells of holidays. I buy it in French supermarkets for about 4 Euros. It's the most incredible body lotion – I use it every day, top-to-toe.

YOU FEEL MOST BEAUTIFUL WHEN?
When I've had my hair blow-dried in a salon. It's usually fussy and shapeless, but when I surrender it to a barrel brush and blow-dryer in the skilled hands of a good stylist, it becomes bouncy and soft and it inexorably heightens my self-confidence. It's my safety blanket!

BEST BEAUTY TIP YOU’VE EVER RECEIVED?
If your mascara gets a bit dry and clumpy, blast it with a hair-dryer for 15 seconds to soften it up. Try it. Seriously, it's an amazing trick.

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONAL STYLE?
Easy and casual, with a flash of fun. Today, for instance, I'm in a black sleeveless cotton tunic, black leggings and mad gold Chanel heels with chains that make me sound like a cowboy.

WHAT’S THE MOST PRIZED POSSESSION IN YOUR CLOSET?
I have two: one old, one new. My 'old' is a cream fringed silk shawl that Karl Lagerfeld gave to my mother as her wedding present. He designed her wedding dress when he worked at Chloe (it was a knee-length, short-sleeved tea dress). My 'new' is my classic steel black-faced men's Rolex – a very precious gift from my husband. I think of him every time I fiddle around with it.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT LIVING IN LONDON?
Its infinite supply of inspiration flashes. Today on my way into work I saw a grown man learning how to horse-ride in the park, and a bold red lip on a mother with her pram. Seeing other people make an effort makes me want to try harder myself.

Lait Réparateur au Karite by Le Petit Marseillais

GET THE LOOK: Charlize Theron

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CLOCKWISE: The Multi Zip Stiletto in Shadow, $225, by Current/Elliott available at Forward. Zebra sweather, $80, by Madewell. ‘Za Continental’ leather wallet, $138, by Michael Kors available at Bloomingdale’s. ‘Aliso’ leather flats, $215, by Joie available at Touch of Class.

IN THE PRESS: Glossed & Found

Flattered to be featured again on Glossed & Found! Wow I think this outfit was a bit of a hit!

THE STEAL: Issa

Gorgeous silk-jersey dress by Issa London (one of Kate Middleton’s fav designers) is 50% off at Outnet! Love the plunging neckline with sleeves comes in coral, black, claret and navy. Original $475 and now $238, hurry as it won't last!

MADEWELL STORE OPENING

MADEWELL Chicago, opens on April 3rd at 932 N. Rush St. The first 150 people will get a mystery gift card ranging from $10-$500! #MadwellChicago