Guatemalan Woven Textiles Meet New York Contemporary Cool at HARARE

Friday marked the debut of the FW14 collection from HARARE, a new and very exciting line from designer Caroline Fuss. Fuss is an Australian native who is now based out of New York – she’s a total textile genius who honed already admirable craft at Proenza Schouler. For HARARE, Fuss incorporates woven textiles from artisans in Guatemala into sharp, beautifully cut, flattering, unique and just really, really cool contemporary silhouettes. The line spreads awareness of the amazing work these weavers are doing in Guatemala, and it also offers us something fresh and globally conscious, not to mention incredible in quality – some things that the current market is lacking. These richly woven, boldly patterned pieces look so effortless and comfortable yet make such a statement, I am dying to wear them, all of them. Keep an eye out for some serious pattern clashes and, one of my favorites, a dropped-waist leather dress with a hint of chiffon at the hem.

5 Beauty Buys Under $100

I have been saving you major money by sharing the best beauty buys under $10 and the best under $25. You're very welcome. Sadly, there are times you need to shell up the bucks for certain products. But, don't worry, they're worth it.

 PERRICONE MD Cold Plasma Eye $98

It's not worth skimping when it comes to eye cream. The eye area is one of the first places that starts to show age. This eye cream-serum is multifunctional - for wrinkles, puffiness, dark circles, dryness, fine lines and dullness. Extra bonus - it also works great as an eye shadow base!

 T3 Luminous 1" Tourmaline Flat Iron $99

If you're buying a flat iron for under $10 or even $25, most likely it's not the best quality. (If you know of one, pretty please tell me!) Because it's ceramic and infused with ionic and infrared, it will lock in moisture, add shine and eliminate frizz. As well as, of course,  straightening your hair.

DEBORAH LIPPMANN Big Bang Nail Polish Set $78

Spending $78 on nail polish may sound excessive, but it's a $144 value. You know you're buying nail polish all the time, and while $5 here and $12 here doesn't sound like a lot, it adds up! This 12 set of quick-drying polish will give you a break from constant polish shopping. With bright colors and varied finishes, it will keep you amused for weeks, if not months.

 AQUOLINA Pink Sugar $60

The days of buying drugstore 'body splashes' should have ended in, umm, like, middle school. Time to step your perfume game up. Pink Sugar is one of my favorites. It is sweet, without being juvenile. Think grownup candy.

NARS The NARSissist Eyeshadow Palette $79

This 15 shade eye shadow set will cover all of your eye makeup looks. Smokey, neutral, daring - you can pull off any look.



Perfectly Glossed Kisses,

Sutton

Calling All Entertainment & Fashion Industry Folk: You Need to Join Manhattan Wardrobe Supply's Loyalty Program

So, we just got word of something I had to fill you guys in on – this is perfect for all of you stylists, designers, assistants, interns or just plain fashion-obsessed. There’s this place, Manhattan Wardrobe Supply, at 245 West 29^th Street between Seventh and Eighth Avenues (8^th floor), that is the go-to for industry pros in entertainment and fashion. Founders Cheryl Kilbourne-Kimpton and Tommy Boyer are show business vets who opened up the shop to answer every single need, from rolling racks and leather paint to seamless underpinnings and makeup. Stylists for Beyonce, Kanye West, Cher and Madonna get their must-haves there, as well as brands like Proenza Schouler, Marc Jacobs, 3.1 Phillip Lim, John Varvatos and Michael Kors. Not to mention tons of Emmy and Oscar-winning costume designers and stylists. If you work for a label, production company, etc. not using this place, you could be the hero of the year by switching to Manhattan Wardrobe Supply – you’ll find everything there that would probably take you four trips to other places to find, if at all. 

And now, you’d be an even bigger hero, because MWS just started a loyalty program. The program rewards shoppers with discounts (10% off all MWS purchases!), first access to new products, special promotions, workshops with industry experts and product sampling. It’s like a cool industry clique where you can learn, get the best products, network, be in the know and save. You sign up by calling the store at (212) 268-1210, stopping by the store, or shopping online here and using the promo code MWSPRO at checkout. 

Handbags and Hugs,

Astor

5 Beauty Buys Under $10

I already shared my personal favorite beauty buys for under $25, now it's time to get really thrifty. No, I'm not suggesting you buy secondhand makeup, I'm telling you that for under $10 you can still go shopping and get an amazing beauty product!

NYC Auto Eyebrow Pencil $4.75

Big, bushy, or over plucked eyebrows are not a good look. Time to take care if those brows! This will help - it's not just a pencil, it also has a built in brush!

e.l.f. Studio Blush Brush $3.00

e.l.f. makes lip, face and eye makeup. They also have brushes. You may apply your lipstick and eyeshadow with your finger, but you need a brush for blush. At $3.00 anyone can purchase this one. It's a soft brush that can be used to apply wet or dry blush (or bronzer!), because it's more absorbent. Plus, the synthetic hair is anti bacterial so no need to worry about breaking out.

Sephora Fresh Glossy Gloss $7.00

I am a true believer that you can't own too many lip glosses. This is affordable enough to add a few more to your collection. Perfect for date night - it has a minty scent, and just enough shimmer to make your lips irresistible.

Freeman Detoxifying Facial Mask for $1.99

This chocolate and strawberry face mask will clean out your pores. Don't have enough money for a facial? You can at least treat yourself to a face mask at home.

Essie Nail Color Merino Cool $8.50

Speaking of not having enough money for a spa day, the same applies to getting a manicure. Don't fret, you can do your nails at home with an Essie polish. I am loving this color - Merino Cool.


Perfectly Glossed Kisses,

Sutton