Simply Beautiful Summer Makeup by M.A.C.

The key to this summers style is simplicity. When it comes to makeup, subtle choices should emphasize elegance in a way which is not excessive or overly done. Moisturize skin with an SPF 15 or higher to protect skin from the dangerous UV  rays you may encounter this summer. Applying Studio Fix Fluid foundation by M.A.C. offers flawless coverage with a light SPF 15 already built in. Allow for natural beauty to be accentuated by using more neutral earthy shades of eyeshadow. We recommend adding a bit of M.A.C. eyeshadow in Embark blended to the outer edges with M.A.C. eyeshadow in Naked Lunch. Opulash mascara by M.A.C. is perfect for emphasizing full dramatic lashes. Curl lashes with a lash curler, both before and after applying mascara. A favorite lip gloss, such as M.A.C. Prep + Prime Lip conditioning primer, paired with M.A.C. Cremestick Liner in Pink Treat gives lips just a hint of color without drawing attention away from the eyes. Lips should be light and lovely by using tones that are not too bright, while having just enough pigment to make that perfect pout stand out.

Lipstick for a Quick Beauty Fix

When asked what I can't live without as far as makeup goes, I absolutely love Lustreglass in Venetian by M.A.C.  The high shine lip finish from the M.A.C. Cosmetics line of  Lipglass lipsticks is my go to gloss for spring, summer and even late into fall. I'm absolutely obsessed with the versatility of the shade Venetian. One shade, three seasons, a fabulous look no matter where you go. Lustreglass is my save all for lunch with the girls, a day at the beach, or even a quick jaunt to the market. Whether going incognito on the weekend or at the forefront of the boardroom on the workday, beautiful dramatic lips can add the perfect amount of elegance to any style. Dressy or casual it goes beyond any gloss I've ever used, perfect for a quick beauty fix.

Spring Fling with Fashion Week 2011

To be the best dressed and have the loveliest locks as well as a gorgeous glowing complexion this spring, go with what is  classic, carefree, and cleverly pretty. Chanel’s Spring 2011 makeup collection entitled Les Perles de Chanel encapsulates a bright youthful radiance easily complimenting any look this season. Softly shimmering shades of black and bright white pearly shadows are accentuated with a glowing complexion rosy lips and peachy cheeks. Slightly smokey metallic polish on the nails adds just a hint of perfection to complete this fabulous  look.

The hairstyle to have this spring is bouncy in texture and natural in color. Marcos Diaz of Ion Studio styled the girls for the Billy Reid runway show and did a magnificent job of exemplifying gorgeous healthy hair. These neatly trimmed flowing locks are reminiscent of almost any decade or century for that matter, allowing for that alluring style we all love so much. To easily achieve this hairstyle, blow dry hair on a cool setting and use a serum to minimize frizz keeping things smooth and shiny, next gather hair in one inch sections and roll with curlers. Give the hair a blast of warm and then cool air with a blow dryer before lightly shaking out the out the curlers.

Badgley Mischka's fresh flowing fabrics and truly inspired designs have me wanting to slip into their Spring 2011 collection. Wearable and classy, fresh and sophisticated this is certain to be the perfect wardrobe for any spring fling jet setter; be it bound for Beverly Hills or the settling down in the South of France this collection speaks volumes for the heiress wanting to escape it all and go incognito.