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Singer Lily Allen married beau Sam Cooper this weekend and the couple also announced Lily is six months pregnant with the couple’s first child. The rumours were that Karl Lagerfield was designing Lily’s gown, but the dress she wore was by French designer Delphine Manivet. Read the rest of this entry »
WHAT: Elizabeth Arden Pure Finish Mineral Bronzing Powder, $38.
BRIDAL BEAUTY 411: We love this powder because you grind as needed and brush on a fresh ray of sunshine every time. This mineral powder contains mica, sea water complex, aloe and vitamins A,C and E to give skin a healthy flush. Use the powder’s adorable mini kabuki brush to apply to face and dust on shoulders and décolleté.
WHAT: Stila One Step Bronze, $47.
BRIDAL BEAUTY 411: If it’s an instant molten glow you covet, this serum is for you. An illuminator and bronzer rolled into one, this liquid formula improves skin tone, giving it a smooth even appearance and even helps reduce the appearance of fine lines. And because it’s oil-free skin looks dewy, never shiny.
WHAT: Philip Kingsley Curl Activator, $30 (at Holt Renfrew).
WHY WE LOVE IT: I picked up this gem on my recent trip to London on the recommendation of my stylist and have been singing it’s praises ever since. Phillip Kingsley is a renown British trichological consultant and salon owner who’s product range is focused on the health and wellness of hair. Curl Activator gives curls definition, shine and major bounce. It’s a must to keep your hair looking fabulous in the summer months and frizz-free for a beach wedding.
WHAT: Guerlain Terra Inca, $74.
BRIDAL BEAUTY 411: When it comes to luxury bronzing powders, Guerlain is it. Every summer the French house launches a limited edition compact and 2011′s is one of the prettiest we’ve seen. Terra Inca features two iridescent shades—a golden beige for highlighting and a bronze-based pink that warms the skin. Use a bronzer brush to apply anywhere you want a glow on your face and body.
WHAT: NARS Illuminator in Laguna, $36.
BRIDAL BEAUTY 411: NARS The Multiple in Laguna has been a cult favourite for years and it’s latest incarnation is a liquid that is a cinch to use and looks like a dream on skin. Apply all over face before foundation and powder for a beautiful sheen, or use it as a highlighter on cheeks and brow bones to give skin bounce.
Tomorrow: Guerlain.
Summer is here (finally!) and getting Catherine Middelton-esque sun kissed skin is probably on your wedding to do list. The sun (or tanning bed) is definitely not the way to do it—faking it with a great bronzer is the only way to go. We have many favourites to recommend and this week, we’ll offer a favourite a day. Let’s get this beach bash started!
WHAT: Urban Decay Baked Face and Body Bronzer, $31.
BRIDAL BEAUTY 411: Urban Decay‘s baked powders work wonderfully on face and body and are available in three different shades each beautiful, all guaranteed to leave you looking golden and glowy, never orange. For slight shimmer, use Baked the classic bronzer in the line. If you want bronze without shine, try Toasted the matte formula in the family. For maximum glow, use Gilded loaded with gold and bronze shimmer—you will look like a goddess.
Tomorrow: NARS.
I’m having a rose gold moment and so too are jewllery makers who have warmed to this gorgeous glowing metal. Read the rest of this entry »
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