Behind the Runway: Spring 2008

3.1 PHILLIP LIM: Backstage with Aveda

Lead Hair Stylist: Odile Gilbert
Designer Inspiration:
“The journey that we all take from moment to moment, from day to day, from
person to person, from space to place… Spring 2008 is about a physical journey that metamorphoses itself into the emotional adventures of life.” —Phillip Lim
The Look:
Playful; soft and fun
The Look:
• Curly: Small, loose, Shirley Temple-like curls

We asked Odile Gilbert: Do you see this look translating from runway to "real way"?
"This straight look can easily be transitioned to a wearable everyday look. The curly style can be worn in the real world as well as a softer look for a cocktail or formal occasion."


Get The Curly Look:



• For medium hold, apply Pure Abundance Volumizing Hair Spray on individual sections and curl small curling iron (1/2 inch or smaller)
• Curl entire head in this fashion to achieve tiny, Shirley temple type curls
• Sprinkle Pure Abundance Hair Potion to roots to add texture and volume

• Lightly back-comb from 4 inches towards the scalp, pinching the hair up and leaving loose curls that softly frame hair (look is romantic with slight Victorian-edge)

• Finish with Air Control Hair Spray for light moveable curls

Freeze for Botox Alternatives

With the growing concern of the safety of Botox, its time for us to take a look at some alternative products to help fight wrinkles.



Bieux Skin BioNaturals Power Lift & Repair Serum ($125) topically impacts skin structure for an immediate visible lifting effect and ongoing treatment of the visible signs of skin aging (patent pending). http://www.bieuxskin.com/



Jason Hyper-C Serum™ Anti-Aging Therapy ($35) : Combat the signs of aging, boost collagen production, and minimize the appearance of fine lines with this potent antioxidant serum. This high-potency serum combines the power of Ester-C, Alpha Lipoic Acid and Hyaluronic Acid to help fight free radical damage caused by sun exposure and environmental stress while encouraging firmer, more youthful and radiant looking skin. http://www.jason-natural.com/



Kinerase® Revolutionary Neck Repair Cream SPF 15 ($130) is an anti-aging cream developed especially for the neck and décolletage. This breakthrough technology addresses the first signs of aging through a combination of ingredients that tighten skin, erase fine lines and wrinkles and lighten dark spots, while also preventing future skin damage with SPF 15. http://www.kinerase.com/





LA ROCHE-POSAY REDERMIC EYES ($35) is a break-thru anti-wrinkle firming skin care product designed for both normal to combination, and dry skin. The product is tolerance tested under dermatological ophthalmologic control on subjects with sensitive eyes and on contact lens wearers. It is also non-comedogenic, hypoallergenic, safe on sensitive skin and fragrance free. With powerful ingredients such as, Madecassoside LAsorbic Acid and Hyaluronic acid, Redermic Eyes reconstructs skin tissue and redefines the eye area. http://www.laroche-posay.us/


Gabriel Couzian® Anti-Ageing ( $45.00) This lightweight nourishing cream moisturizes and softens fine lines, leaving skin with a more youthful and radiant glow. Made especially for dry or delicate skin, including complexions irritated by rosacea or eczema, this soothing blend of botanicals, vegetal oils and pure spring water builds skin's defenses to help fend off dryness. Skin-calming ingredients make this an excellent after-shave cream for men, guarding against razor burn and environmental aggressors. http://www.gabrielcouzian-usa.com/

Zia Vanishing Wrinkle Lotion SPF 15 ($45) This lightweight hydrating lotion provides nutrient-rich moisture while instantly reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Its blend of Pro-Vitamin B5 and Macadamia Nut Oil work to restore natural moisture balance, leaving skin feeling soft, but never too greasy. Our synergistic formulation combines a Multi-Peptide Complex with Green Tea Extract to target wrinkles and slows new line formation by working beneath the skin where wrinkles first develop. Highly effective sun filters provide broad-spectrum sun protection to fight future skin damage. http://www.zianatural.com/

Train To Be Strong

The Nike Let Me Play Fund was started for all those teams who tell us they face inequality in sports because they’re girls. Lower budgets for their school team. Bake sales to buy uniforms. Rundown fields and courts. Low community support. So Nike is doing their part to grant up to $5,000 per team. For more deatils visit: http://letmeplay.com/2007/09/apply-to-receive-money-from-the-let-me-play-fund/