Archive for September, 2007
Celebrate Good Times
I’m in a celebratory mood. Not only am I on the verge of moving into a new house with my very own polish room (Yay!!!) but I’m also pleased to announce that All Lacquered Up has passed the 100,000 visitor mark. It seems so unreal that my little space on the web would get so much attention. I honestly didn’t expect many people outside of the Makeup Alley family to find me. But, I’m so happy you did. Thank you all for the support.
To commemorate the event I decided it was time to give All Lacquered Up a face lift. As I’m sure you all could tell, I am NOT a web designer so I turned to someone much more talented than I. After seeing Yummy411‘s new look I was inspired so, I contacted Zoe from Chic & Sassy Designs to create this fab template for me and I love it. I hope you all do too.
But that’s not the end of this little party. I can’t celebrate without all of you. So make sure you check back October 1st to see the details of an exciting new contest and giveaway.
image: Charles M. Schulz
Weekly Beauty Read
Here you go my lovelies, the best reads of the week from my pals at the Beauty Blog Network
15 Minute Beauty Fanatic – Christine reviews the beauty of the Emmy Awards
A Touch of Blusher – Fall 2007 Makeup Roundup
Beauty and Fashion Tech – Review of the Thermaclear Acne Device
Beautynomics – Watsons Transforms Into the Ultimate Health & Beauty Wonderland
Face Candy – Diesel Fuel For Life
Hello Dollface – Beauty Interview with Jean Godfrey-June of Lucky Magazine!
indieperfumes – Guerlain Master Class – Sniffapalooza
Lipstick, Powder ‘n Paint – It’s all about the boys this week. Check out this article on how to keep your man’s hands baby soft
makeup loves me – hi there, blue eyes
Makeup Moxie’s Beauty Blog – Endless Summer: Makeup Moxie reviews Fake Bake The Face Anti-Aging Self-Tanner
Makeup and Beauty Blog – Karen from Makeup and Beauty Blog Interviews MAC Viva Glam Spokesperson Dita Von Teese
Musings of a Muse – Too Faced The Gift of Glam Holiday Collection
Shades Of U – On MAC Brushes
Temptalia – Temptalia’s Dita Von Teese Interview Podcast
The Life of A Ladybug – Toya asks the question: Is it okay to change your face to change your race?
The Mineral Makeup Blog – Mineral Makeup Experiment : Pressing Minerals
SpaRitual Fall 2007 – Intuitive
The intuitive woman doesn’t need a reason—she just knows
Introducing Intuitive, a collection of subdued metals with a sophisticated edge from SpaRitual; new for Fall 2007. Guided by a sensibility far more wise than mere whimsy, she may leave more literal minds looking for answers.
I have to give SpaRitual props for being one of the few nail polish brands to provide realistic and helpful product images for consumers. I’ll admit that when I first saw that one of the shades was named Sage I got a little giddy in hopes that they’d be another fun mossy green on the market. No such luck. In this instance, sage refers to wisdom, not the herb or color. I’m sure all my fellow vampy lovers will be adding Shrewd to their wish lists. All in all, this collection stays true to their earthy, eco-friendly concept.
Sage – Sure proof of intelligent life on earth, this mocha creme grounds the wearer in deep, rich reality
Sharp – In a flash of pure illumination, this silvery champagne with iridescent glitter cuts through illusion to the essence
Savant – No shadows of doubt or shades of gray obscure this gilded, pristinely winter-white lacquer
Street Smart – Jet, onyx, ebony, obsidian – this crystal black is anything but basic
Savoire Faire – Neutrality requires knowledge and grace, keep polished with a gentle rose crème
Shrewd – Deliciously clever yet always thoughtful, warm chocolate with silver shimmer sweetens all negotiation
Beauty is the spontaneous expression of a harmonious mind, body and spirit. SpaRitual – one letter away from “spiritual†– combines luxury with a spirit-conscious philosophy. Dedicated to the environment, the line uses eco-friendly packaging and printing processes. The bottles are made from reusable glass and natural elements and are fully recyclable. The printing processes include soy-based inks, recycled and FSC certified papers. Each exquisite SpaRitual product has been perfectly crafted to enhance your daily life. Enlighten yourself. Be a Sparitualist. Because we all deserve to live the good life.
From conception, SpaRitual has been committed to creating eco-friendly products crafted to raise environmental awareness and cater to the conscious consumer. The use of vegan ingredients and eco-conscious packaging has always been a central concept for SpaRitual.
“As a brand, we are passionate about safeguarding the environment, reducing waste and limiting the use of non-renewable resources,†says Shel Pink, creator of the SpaRitual brand. “I am concerned about the health of our planet and the health of the people that inhabit it”, says Shel Pink, creator of SpaRitual. “The beauty industry is poised to transform the weakened state of both by making responsible choices at the product development level and by offering holistic treatments that heal the mind, body and spirit at the service level.”
SpaRitual polishes can be found at Fred Segal Beauty both in stores and online.
info and images: courtesy of SpaRitual
NY Fashion Week Nail Watch – Karen Walker
At the spring Karen Walker show for Fall 2007 we saw bright blue and yellow tips. Now as we look towards spring, the look is softer. CND customized three pastel shades for the show in yellow, pink and mint.
photos: Elle.com, Getty Images
NY Fashion Week Nail Watch – Diesel
At the Diesel show the look for the models was very clean, uniform and subdued. So the artists at CND created a low key matte finish tip in Cocoa.
photos: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, Getty Images