While the top designers in America were vying to win the 2009 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Award, what really wowed the crowd were the two hair looks designed by celebrity stylist, Renato Campora for Frédéric Fekkai.

As the exclusive beauty partner for the event, the Fekkai team worked closely with Vogue and the 10 Designer Finalists to create two special hairstyles, the Wet Look and the Dry Look, to compliment each of the collections.

The trend: TEXTURE. It was clear that sleek and straight is out, and volume and structure is in. Both hairstyles tell a story through texture, and offer a modern take on two young, trendy looks: the twisted ponytail, and the airy, bohemian partial up-do. Additional details about these two looks are attached here and also below.

Look #1: The Wet Look

The first look is a sculptural and edgy ponytail. It’s modern, young and sexy. The texture tells a story through the wet and twisted hard hair. Pieces are left in front for an effortless feel, inspired by some of the graphic trends shown in the collections.

To achieve this look:

Use your hands as styling tools to create this piecey look.

Apply Fekkai COIFF(tm) Extra Control Styling Gel to damp hair and comb through with fingers, no blow dry required.

Pull hair into textured sections before twisting together into a low ponytail just above the nape of the neck.

Secure the twist with bobby pins, letting shorter pieces fall to the side.

Shape the hair into a long sleek ponytail.

Look #2: The Dry Look

The second look is a modern, angelic take on a tousled, bohemian style. It’s dramatic, yet romantic and very wearable. Hair is full and voluminous with an airy soft texture that allows for movement as you walk. Pieces are left in front to frame the face and accentuate the jewelry shown in the collections.

To achieve this look:

Apply Fekkai COIFF(tm) Strong Hold Mousse to damp hair and scrunch with fingers as you blow dry completely to create the wild texture.

Wrap hair in big sections around twist-ties (fabric curling rods) to create volume at the roots and soft curl for movement.

Tease hair at the roots using a fine comb, and apply Fekkai Au Naturel Powder Clean Dry Shampoo to add thickness and extra structure, but no weight.

Pin the sides to the back of the head and secure with bobby pins.

To secure height at the crown, finish with a fine mist of Fekkai Full Blown Volume Lifting Hairspray.

Products used:

Fekkai COIFF(tm) Extra Control Styling Gel Never flaky or sticky – This lightweight medium hold gel keeps hair exactly where you want it. The innovative all Day Style-Memory Lasting Complex shapes and controls the hair throughout the day…and night! Retail Price: $23.00, Bloomingdales

Fekkai COIFF(tm) Strong Hold Volume Mousse Fully fabulous – This ultra-light whipped mousse achieves the impossible? all day, all-out body and texture that never falls flat. Retail Price: $23.00, Bloomingdales

Fekkai Full Blown Volume Lifting Hairspray – This lightweight formula holds volume to lift the roots and delivers powerful fullness that is never stiff or sticky. Retail Price: $20.00, Saks Fifth Avenue

Fekkai Au Naturel Powder Clean Dry Shampoo – This naturally formulated product free of sulfates, parabens, dyes and synthetic fragrances, gently cleanses hair with a natural botanical blend, infuses hair with conditioning ingredients, removes excess oil and builds volume. Hair is left refreshed and revived without the use of water. Retail Price: $23.00, Fekkai.com

Hit the Deck is an easy and affordable way for working women and/or busy moms to stay healthy and fit!

PowerHouse Hit The Deck™ is an innovative fitness device for at home or on-the-go that tones the body while burning off stress hormones! The easy-to-use, cost-conscious product consists of a programmable interval timer and 30 cards divided into three categories: No Sweating, I’m Glistening and Sweating Buckets. And for $19.99 it is a real steal!

Each category contains exercises that challenge all major muscle groups for a comprehensive total body strength-training and cardiovascular workout, using no equipment. The length of each workout is determined by how many cards are selected and timed using an interval timer. Founder Jenny Evans recommends beginning with 30-second intervals unless the user is new to intense physical activity.

Jenny Evans created PowerHouse Hit the Deck™ to make personal training more accessible to everyone, and to create an all-in-one portable fitness tool utilizing today’s technology. This ever-changing PowerHouse Hit The Deck™ workout provides the mind and body with endless variety, while challenging the heart and muscles in revitalizing ways. Performing physical activity four to six times per week promotes and helps to maintain a healthy lifestyle while eliminating stress.

Jenny continues, “It is my goal to make it simple to add exercise to your daily routine and to understand what an important role it plays in dealing with stress. I want people to know that you can set a realistic fitness goal and achieve it. Instead of asking people to adopt a new lifestyle in order to get in shape, I’m giving them an easy solution to let fitness become a part of their already existing lifestyle.”

She is fun, cute and very British! This rising star is promoting her latest action block buster hit – G.I. Joe – around the world! And with that comes lots of style and Red Carpet fashion!

So let’s take a look at what Sienna Miller can inspire us to wear!

The Infamous Cat Suit

OK, so maybe Sienna isn’t wearing this on the Red Carpet. But she is sure wearing it in her new flick! As the ‘Lady Baroness’ Sienna sports a very chic and techno clad black leather cat suit. Of course this is what super heroes are made of. But we can turn this into a classic cat suit fashion experience!

The Infamous Jumpsuit

OK, so we don’t want to be all clad in tight black leather. But we want something comfortable and fashionable for late summer. I have chosen a classically styled jumpsuit that will work just perfect!

This jumpsuit is clean and sharp. And most certainly looks elegant despite the rumors that surround this little outfit in general. Match with a nice strappy sandal and you are good to go!

Article By Guest Fashion & Beauty Editor
© Jacqueline H. 2009

It’s easy to look like a star these days. Just a little right hair and make-up here, and the right outfit there. Before your know it, you a sporting a look that could be as good as any star out there today! So I am always on the lookout for that fashionable celebrity look for less! Yes it does not have to be expensive or exactly the same. As long as it shows a similar trend and technique, that is what counts! Now I chose Anne Hathaway looking quite dapper at her red carpet event. She was dressed to impress in this very cute gold Marchesa dress, where she made an appearance at the Shakespeare in the Park’s ‘Twelfth Night’ Premiere in New York City.
Now here is how I recreated that style!

Top Shop’s Scallop Skirt Dress in lemon has that same feel and design just like Anne’s dress. And for $135.00, it is a far less cry for a girl on the cheap!

Go for the gold strappy sandal when you want to repeat that look or style like Anne’s. Here is a great gold high heel from Top Shop’s shoe collection. For $145 it is a real steal!

It doesn’t matter whether your job is in a bank, a law office, a media company, or an accounting firm: classic black and white is a great combination that always looks just right. Your job probably doesn’t involve making state trips to Spain, but you can take Carla Bruni-Sarkozy’s look to work with you.

Black Pencil Skirt

Start with the eternally appropriate high waist black pencil skirt. This one falls just above the knee and has a back slit and zipper. $38.00 from Henrigirl.com.

Black Tank or Tee

A basic, fitted black tank or tee can go under any number of jackets, sweaters, or blouses this spring while not drawing attention to itself. This one comes from Fruit of the Loom and costs about $10.00.

Cropped White Sweater

This very feminine, cropped white sweater with ¾ length bell sleeves is not only soft and comfortable, but also looks great on top of the plain black background of your black skirt and tank. From Juicy Couture, this sweater is 71% cotton, 29% cashmere, and has a button closure. $195.00 from RevolveClothing.com.

Classic Black Pumps

A good pair of classic black heels is a wardrobe basic that is the platform for a number of looks, from casual when paired with jeans to work perfect with a skirt. These Etienne Aigner Hydrogen pumps are dressy and will serve you well for a long time. They’re leather, which means they will only become more comfortable with time. $44.99 from East Coast Shoe Store.

Black Handbag

Here’s a slightly edgier take on the black clutch handbag. The Seattle Clutch is made by B. MAKOWSKY and soft supple leather, giving this feminine wardrobe staple a tiny bit of bad-girl chic. $104.82 from endless.com.

Get Nicole Richie’s Look for Less

Young mum and fashion icon Nicole Richie’s look can be replicated with strategic use of basic pieces for spring combined for a great new look.

Burnout Deep-V Pocket Tee  – $28.80 Bluedame.com

Start with this Burnout V Pocket Tee from bleudame.com. The “burnout” process gives this tee a weathered, vintage look.

Raglan Sleeve Cardigan  – $29.50 Express.com

Top off your vintage look tee with a raglan sleeved cardigan, like this one from Express. It has a deep v-neck to follow the lines of your tee and is a great wardrobe basic.

Classic Straw Fedora – $10.80 Forever21.com

A classic straw fedora is a fresh look for spring. This one by Forever 21 has a 2” brim and a grosgrain hatband.

Mimi Cage Heels – $29.80 Forever21.com

Heels and gladiator looks are big this year, and these Mimi cage heels capture both looks with cutouts makes your legs look longer. These have a 0.75” platform with a back heel height of 4.5”.

Black skinny jeans – BDG Black Overdye Cigarette Jean – $54.00 UrbanOutfitters.com

Black skinny jeans are hugely popular this year, and this pair from Urban Outfitters are tapered with a low rise.

Rivera Necklace  – $14.50 Alloy.com

A lovely pendant like this Rivera Necklace from Alloy is a perfect accessory to your v-neck tee.

Smooth Pressed Bangle Set – $5.80 Forever21.com

A set of smooth bangles features smooth accents and work well with a cardigan sweater.

Jelly Risky Aviators – $20.00 UrbanOutfitters.com

And finally, no spring 2009 look would be complete without a pair of aviator sunglasses. This pair features a flat top and double striped detail.

These pieces will give you a fresh spring look that is perfectly put together, just like Nicole’s.

Shopping sources: BlueDame.com, Express.com, UrbanOutfitters.com, Forever21.com and Alloy.com

HSN and Couture in the City is proud to present the “Faces of Beautiful You” series! We follow Hallie, Smith and Nicki on their fashion and beauty adventures! But we are sharing these very entertaining reviews with you! Exclusively from HSN! So watch the fun and exciting episodes from Hallie, Smith and Nicki! Remember to check out episodes 5 & 6 which shows all the girls entertaining themselves with the beauty products shown in this weeks reviews!

IMAN Global Chic Signature Gold Long and Lush Mascara $19.99

Global Goddess Exotic Eyes Blackest Black Mascara $23.00

Get really sexy eyes! And you can’t go wrong with both of these super fantastic brands! Check out Episode 5 to see the girls reviews on this product! As for me, I loved them both! Especially the IMAN
global chic brand. With two diffrent mascara appilcators, you can go from very long lashes, to bold lashes. The choice is yours!

Ice Elements 2 Minute Miracle Exfoliating Gel $19.95

Dramatically renew the look and feel of your skin with the help of Ice Elements 2-Minute Miracle Exfoliating Gel. This non-granular exfoliating gel offers exclusive technology that lets you see a visible difference in just one use. You’ll enjoy an intensive, deep cleansing beauty treatment with soothing botanical extracts!

M. Asam Classic Peel Off Mask $19.95

Cleanse your complexion and indulge your senses with M. Asam’s Classic Peel Off Mask imported from Germany. Formulated with grape seed oil, this aromatic mask helps leave your skin feeling silky smooth and supple!

Elysee Optim-OX Oxynate Creme $49.95

Give your skin daily pampering with Elysee’s Optim-OX Oxynate Conditioning Creme for a refreshing, uplifting and positive experience.

Article by © Jacqueline – Senior Writer, Editor – Couture in the City 2009

Warren Tricomi worked with designer Douglas Hannant where Edward Tricomi created the hair for the Douglas Hannant Fall 2009 Show at New York Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.

Step #1: Prep hair by making it straight and sleek and part hair to create a bottom and a top.
Step #2: Take the lower portion of hair and slick back with hair spray to create a French twist.
Step #3: Next tease the upper portion of the hair with hairspray and create a bouffant and smooth over with a flat brush and hairspray.
Step #4: Pin back the bouffant to create a linear ponytail look and spray for hold.

Images: Amber Rima McLinn

Guest blogger Lyndsay Cabildo

Make Your Denim Skirts Fashionably Trendy specially that denim and jeans are hot for 2009 Fashion. Ripped jeans are in this year, and denim skirts are one of the trends of 2009. Continue reading..

Jennifer Hudson

The 2009 NFL Superbowl on Sunday, February 1st marked Jennifer Hudson’s comeback and she couldn’t have looked more gorgeous as she sang the Star Spangled Banner. Makeup Artist Sam Fine details below how to get a look that screams naturally confident.

“Jennifer is very trusting with her team and really allowed us to collaborate to bring a look that is fresh and new to her,” says Sam. “She was performing a classic song, so I gave her a classic look that would speak to the song she was performing.”

Get that Confident Glow
“On a field seen by millions of people, it’s important to have beautiful skin,” advises Sam. “I like to start with a perfect canvas – that is a priority.”

How to: Start by layering bronzer onto the cheek bones using Mac Mineralized Skin Finish in Brunette. Then, apply a vibrant blush on top to add a pop of color.

Create a Classic Eye
“I wanted to play up the gold buttons on her jacket,” says Sam. “So I used a golden brown eye shadow on the eyelid.”
How To: Apply a light brown eye shadow across the lid. Then use Avon’s Ultra Luxury Eye Liner in Black on the inside rim of the eye to add depth and definition.

“You can’t do a performance without false lashes,” states Sam. “They give the eyes sparkle in a naturally glamorous way.”

How To: Apply the false lashes and then fuse them with your own lashes using a great mascara like Avon’s SuperSHOCK Mascara.

Nude Lip is a Must
“I created a nude lip for Jennifer because I knew that a microphone would be in it’s way for the performance,” says Sam. “I didn’t want to call too much attention to the mouth.”
How To: Use a dark brown liner that is two shades darker than your lip color. Then add a nude to the middle of the lip – try Avon’s Ultra Color Rich Lipstick in Rose Mauve. Dab on a bit of gloss in the center to finish.

The overall look was natural, beautiful and confident. “Jennifer was so excited – I think her team was more nervous than she was,” admits Sam. “We knew how important this was to her. But she was so clam and focused, listening to the song throughout the session to perfect the timing.”