Fashion + Beauty

Fashion that makes us sad: $2000 jeans

nospam@example.com (Joanna Douglas, Shine Staff) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:06:00 -0800

Just last week we read that the price of designer denim was dropping. Granted many big name jeans still sell for $200, and some people can rationalize that price for a basic wardrobe staple they…

A Pro's Trick to Covering Up Under-Eye Circles

nospam@example.com (RealBeauty.com) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:59:07 -0800

When it comes to hiding your under-eye circles, your regular concealer that you use…

User post: “Just for Me” isn’t Just for Kids! Why I Like Using a Children’s Relaxer

nospam@example.com (M.J) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:30:08 -0800

We ladies know that relaxing our hair is a very harsh process that our hair undergoes. We are chemically altering our hair every time we get a touch up, so taking care of our relaxed tresses is of the utmost importance!

If you didn’t know already, I relax my hair at home as a result of…

The new Botox: “Dracula therapy” injects your own blood into your face

nospam@example.com (Joanna Douglas, Shine Staff) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:18:40 -0800

Clearly the vampire craze isn't going away anytime soon, and "Twilight" marketing has reached epic proportions, but here's a beauty treatment…

Michelle Obama: 12 months and 12 looks

nospam@example.com (Sarah Bernard, Host of The Thread) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:29:07 -0800

One year ago this week Barack Obama was elected President. Overnight, the soon-to-be First Lady became the most talked about fashion influencer to come out of DC since Jackie Kennedy. Her elegant yet accessible style is defined by impeccably cut pieces, bold accessories and the combination of…

You Can’t Have Alexander Wang’s $850 Bag, Even If You Can Afford It

nospam@example.com (SheFinds) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:22:17 -0800

Alexander Wang’s Rocco bag, a embossed-leather duffle with studs all over the bottom, just became "available" for purchase on his site...but it’s already sold out.

Astrology.com Daily BeautyScopes - Tuesday November 3, 2009

nospam@example.com (Astrology.com BeautyScopes) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:19:55 -0800

Scorpio (October 23 - November 21)
Better not take any unnecessary risks right about now. So you think you remember how long to leave that hair dye on? Check the box ... and consider the potential consequences of that and other beauty faux pas!
Click "Read More" below to see horoscopes for more sun signs!

Make-up How To: Take Your Burgundy Lips from Day to Night

nospam@example.com (StyleCaster) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:34:41 -0800

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Scared to Color Your Hair at Home? Get Help Here!

nospam@example.com (The chicks at TotalBeauty.com) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:15:22 -0800

Call me a wimp, but I find at-home hair color pretty intimidating. I look at all the boxes and the little shade charts and see the long list of instructions and I just know that my klutzy self will botch something up along the way.

Do you feel the same way? Even if you don't, it's still worth checking out this at-home hair color video if you're thinking at all of coloring your hair. Even seasoned pros will learn a thing or two.

A few things I learned (spoiler alert!):

How to Apply Makeup in 10 Easy Steps

nospam@example.com (ModernMom) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:16:54 -0800

By Pam Gaulin Once you have a set make up routine, you can get ready quickly. Reduce the size of your make up bag by including only the essentials for face, eyes and lips. Toss out any extra shades of lipstick you have not worn in six months since you probably won't wear them again. Stick with…