Fashion News from Around the World
While all the rage may have been plus-sized models, another new breed of models are coming up through the limelight - physically challenged models. Shock and horror, perhaps? But none more so than the news of Lily Allen quitting music to pursue a new career! In other news, everybody's favourite high street store dabbles in beauty, while Malayia votes for their most trusted names and China denounces the most overrated brands in their country. Come find out the deets in this week's fashion news around the world.
How to Pull off: Red Eye Shadow
Today, Junk's Managing Editor (@Sarchan) read my tweet on how I'm loving red eye shadow and exclaimed at how does one pull off wearing red eyeshades on a day-to-day basis. Instead of answering her, I jumped off my chair, walked towards her seat, thrust my face right in front of hers and closed my eyes. I wasn't launching a sleepwalking attack; I was simply trying to convince her that wearing red eye shadow outside a masquerade/costume party/club is possible. Possible enough even for the office.
Beauty Bank: Light and Shadows
The holidays have come and gone, and we've got that extra few inches around our waists and gotten pudgier on the cheeks as well. In fact, I know a few people are already swearing off rice, sodas, and alcohol for a few weeks and punishing themselves in the gym as we speak. And all because of the dreaded, yet unavoidable, holiday eating marathon after-effects. But, if you're anything like me - who's just too lazy to hit the proverbial weight loss gas, there is the reliable art of the contouring to help you.
Beauty Bank: The Beautiful and the Damned
Our contributor Suraya has just been to the movies and guess which fang and fur laden flick brought upon this little feature?
With the recent release of New Moon, it's the perfect time to experiment with the pared-down gothic look of Bella, Victoria, and the Cullens!
By: Suraya Warden
Beauty Bank: Mary Tan
In our previous Multicolour Eye Makeup Tutorial, our reader, lisha, left a comment lamenting the lack of colourful eye makeup for people with single eyelids. Well, pick up your sponges and dust off your brushes because under the guidance of Mary Tan everyone, both mono and double eyelidded, can enjoy colourful eyes!
Multicolour Eye Makeup Tutorial
Makeup need not always be neutral... Go crazy with colours! With the right techniques, you can even wear the entire rainbow on your eyes. While these looks are party-appropriate, they're probably too shocking for the office. That's not to say that you should stay away from colours. The key is to wear one to two colors paired with neutrals such as browns and greys.
Beauty Bank: Choi Ee Von
The common stereotype when it comes to music teachers are that they're usually meek, shy, prim and proper. Choi Ee Von, a budding music teacher smashes all convention with her makeup blog that exudes a flair for the dramatic. Although her blog is just in its infancy at the moment, the well-detailed posts set a high standard for other makeup blogs all over!
Beauty Bank: Michelle Phan
Today's great beauty find is brought to you by none other than Tongue in Chic's ex-intern Kish Roslan. She shared this great YouTube channel helmed by make up enthusiast, Michelle Phan, who creates video makeup tutorials that are noteworthy for their sheer ease in terms of following and recreating the looks. Michelle adds a whole new level of user-friendliness when it comes to makeup. Have trouble grasping the basics of makeup? This is one YouTube channel that you're going to want to follow!
Beauty on Tuesdays: Lancôme Make-up Blog
Learning to apply makeup is one of those adolescent childhood rituals that every girl goes through – unless you were a self-confessed tomboy who was too obsessed with perfecting the art of 'bending the ball like Beckham' and rejecting every ounce of feminity in your genetics. Thankfully the Internet has made it so much easier for catching up on all those crucial lost 'girly' moments (though for the record, I still suck at football). For the ladies with makeup issues or queries, you're going to want to bookmark Lancôme Makeup Blog. This online makeup blog created by Lancôme is heaven-sent for those interested in learning and refining the art of makeup.
Clinique Foundation
Finding the perfect foundation is a tricky quest, requiring tons of trial and error. A lot of makeup might seem perfect upon application but prolonged wear in the heat and humidity can often lead to a rather unfortunate incident of unwanted patches and streaks. In the 2009 Cleo Beauty Awards, Clinique won Best Cream Foundation and Best Whitening Foundation Compact awards. But Clinique doesn’t just want you to believe the hype though. The skincare company actually wants you to try it out for yourself!
TiC Turns 1!: Benefit Cosmetics
How much do you love Tongue in Chic? ;) We've been giving away gifts everyday since the 21st of August to commemorate our birthday and today we have a lovely treat for you, thanks to San Francisco-based beauty company, Benefit Cosmetics! We raved about their cheeky packaging over here and excited to be giving away a brand new item from their range today! Click to find out what it is you stand to take home.
TiC X Anna Sui Contest: Over RM4,000 Worth To Give Away!
This fall, Anna Sui makeup, is all about getting the basics right. Famous for creating natural and radiant skin as seen on fashion runways all over the world, the Moisture Rich Base Makeup Fall 2009 collection aims to create wholesomeness in your everyday appearance through a solid base. Read on to find out how you can win yourself a set of the entire collection! We've got 5 sets to give away!
Beauty On Tuesdays: Revlon + Stage
For girls who can't get enough of their skincare and make-up indulgences, Revlon and Stage Cosmetics have both recently introduced their new range of exciting, irresistible products, ranging from daily make-up essentials to lipcare solutions. Click to read more!
TiC Tock, New On The Block
This week on New on the Block, we are featuring a couple of new foundations and concealers out in the market - Lancome's Maquiliquide UV Infinité, and RMK's powder foundation and super basic concealer.
Beauty On Tuesdays: Rimmel London + In Search Of The Perfect Kiss Contest
In Malaysia, Rimmel may seem relatively new with less than 6 months in the local market. This week, we try out some Rimmel products and clue you in about their current Search Of The Perfect Kiss contest. Read on for how you can win cash, Rimmel London Shopping Vouchers and Pixart Coffee Table Photo Books!
Book: Bobbi Brown's Makeup Manual
We all know that a glamourous outfit will not be complete without a made up face to match. If you're one of those people who are as clueless about DIY make up as me, well, fret no more. Bobbi Brown has released the Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual. With over 200 gorgeous coloured photos and step-by-step instructions, this book shows you how to put it on like a pro.
Ôscillation Preview
Last evening we got to try Lancôme’s latest revolutionary mascara at a preview in Pavilion, KL. Introducing Ôscillation, the first vibrating mascara from Lancôme. It provides no less than 7,000 vibrations per minute, which means perfect application for an intense 360° coating around each lash!
Estée Lauder: Print This Out For A Promo!
Their Pure Color Portrait Package is now priced at RM180 and includes:
- RM150 redemption of Estée Lauder products
- Full makeover with iMatch™ Color Consultation
- A new hairdo
- Being styled in Eclipse apparel
- One instant A4 Portrait
- A contest form to win a Sony VAIO CR laptop worth RM3,988
For our TiC readers, simply bring this page along when you purchase the Pure Color Portrait Package to get an additional A4 print out and a delectable miniature fragrance worth RM50 in total!
Estée Lauder Signature Services
Estée Lauder Signature Services are offered in over 47 countries at more than 3,000 counters, but not many people are aware of these free customised services for skincare, cosmetics and fragrances. We discovered these special Signature Services at the Estée Lauder counter in Pavilion last week.
Sephora Spreads To Hong Kong
French cosmetics chain Sephora has opened its first store in Hong Kong's busy shopping district Mong Kok, along the infamous Sai Yeung Choi Street South.
