The Beauty Buff Blog

Oscar Fashion!

2012-02-27T17:18:00.000-05:00

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Amanda Seyfried at the "Gone" Premiere

2012-02-26T16:49:00.001-05:00

Amanda Seyfried looked gorgeous on the red carpet at the premiere of her new thriller 'Gone'. The Cle de Peau Beaute Global Spokesperson's skin was glowing and her looked evoked Old Hollywood glamour. Makeup Artist Monika Blunder kept her cheeks and lips flushed while also giving her a soft smoky eye. Here's what Blunder did to create her look: -Blunder prepped her skin with Cream

Oscar Link Love!

2012-02-26T16:34:00.001-05:00

* The 20 Best Speeches of the Past 20 Years (EW.com) * 4 Oscar Beauty Moments (Glamour.com) * The 20 Most Outrageous Oscar Looks Ever (InStyle) * Oscar 2012: Great Performances (Time) * Oscars 2012: The All-Time Most Controversial Winners (MTV)

Link Love

2012-02-23T18:44:00.001-05:00

* Oscar Beauty: The Worst Hair And Makeup Looks Over The Years (Stylelist) * Uncovering Mercury-Laced Skin Creams (Allure) * The Best And Worst In Celebrity Skin (Bellasugar) * 7 Vera Wang for David's Bridal Dresses Less Than $1,500 (Glamour Weddings) * 10 Beauty Bargains From The Pros (InStyle) * TV Stars Whose Style We Love (Elle)

Spring Style: Lust-Worthy Pieces

2012-02-23T16:41:00.000-05:00

Spring seems to be around the corner and with that comes the excitement and anticipation of warmer weather and a new, cheerful wardrobe. I've been trying to keep my shopaholic demons at bay but it's hard to not get excited about all the fun new items on my shopping wish list. Mixed Media Heels New Bond Street Hadley This month the two main pieces I've been loving and longing for are the

MBNY Fashion Week-Fall 2012 Nail Trends at The Blonds

2012-02-19T15:05:00.000-05:00

Nail art has definitely been adventurous at Fashion Week this season and no one knows how to top over the top better than The Blonds. The CND team spent over 130 hours hand detailing biker babe manicures. The manicures were all different and included glitter, sparkles, crystals, leather, faces, crushed glass shards, and acid washed denim designs. Talk about WOW factor! Check out the

MBNY Fashion Week-Fall 2012 Nail Trends

2012-02-19T14:42:00.001-05:00

Nail trends have become an integral part of Fashion Week coverage. Nail art has never been more prominent or popular on the red carpet than now with superstars like Rihanna, Katy Perry, and Fergie sporting outrageous, over the top styles at all times. Check out some of the latest styles you'll be seeing this fall from CND. CND is a nail art pioneer and has created some of the most

Laura Mercier's Latest

2012-02-17T00:36:00.001-05:00

Check out Laura Mercier's latest spring nail and lip shades: Nail Colors: Sizzle, Luscious, Flamingo, Oh LA LA, and Cabana Gel Lip Colors: Clementine, Poppy, Dollface, Rosette, and Orchid I absolutely adore these bright, punchy new shades!

Your Two (or Four or Six) Scents

2012-02-15T14:54:00.003-05:00

Perfumes are personal and reflect a lot about your personality, right? Well not so sure about that but they are very particular to each person. One person could love one scent, while another might hate it. Regardless of your scent preference, every woman should wear perfume. It's great to wear a scent that makes you feel good and represents who you are. It's great to experiment with lots of

M.A.C. Viva Glam 2012

2012-02-15T13:59:00.002-05:00

Loving M.A.C.'s latest Viva Glam ad campaign. The company has done a tremendous job of raising money and awareness for HIV/AIDS awareness. Every cent of the sale from their Viva Glam products go towards helping men, women, and children living with and affected by HIV/AIDS. The campaign has had some pretty glam spokesmodels in the past including Lady Gaga, Cyndi Lauper, Fergie, RuPaul, Lil' Kim,

Red Hot Valentine's Day Lips!

2012-02-14T11:59:00.002-05:00

Happy Valentine's Day friends! Hope it's a romantic, glamorous, and fun-filled day! I'll be sporting some festive red lipstick today and encourage you all to do the same. Crimson lips seem to be synonymous with romance and love! I hope you either have a favorite red or grab one today for a fun night on the town! Here are some of my favorites right now: Bobbi Brown's Hollywood Red (23.00)

Grammy's Best and Oddest Dressed!

2012-02-13T14:52:00.003-05:00

Did you check out the Grammy Awards last night? I loved hearing Adele perform and was definitely moved by Jennifer Hudson's powerful rendition of 'I Will Always Love You' in tribute to the late, great Whitney Houson. Overall, however, I was a little underwhelmed by the entire show. Even Nicki Minaj's outrageous performance was surprisingly boring, despite the over-the-top video performance and

Unveiled's Wedding Inspiration

2012-02-09T18:32:00.003-05:00

Servers cut down flutes attached by ribbon. Are you getting married in the DC-area? If so, congrats! A bridal event with vendors for every aspect of your big day is an essential planning tool to create your wedding magic. The Washingtonian Bride & Groom Unveiled Wedding Showcase was just that event. SoCo Events showcased linens and floral designs. Floral display from Edge Flowers.

Washingtonian Bride & Groom Magazine's Unveiled Wedding Showcase

2012-02-09T16:46:00.003-05:00

Washingtonian Bride & Groom Magazine held their annual Unveiled event a few weeks ago. I had the pleasure of being a part of the fabulous event and it was a thrilling day for me. The event showcased some of the best wedding vendors in the DC-area at the spectacular Mandarin Oriental Hotel. It was such a beautiful event with gorgeous displays from event planners, caterers, florists and more.

I'm Baccccck

2012-02-06T13:38:00.002-05:00

Alright friends, it's been a hot minute since I've posted. What can I say? Time flies when you're planning a wedding, trying to launch a new business (more on that later) and sick with the flu :( I'm back though and better than ever! This coming year I want to chat more about all things wedding-related! You can never have too many resources or forums for discussion. Beyond that, I'll be posting

Warm & Yummy by Philosophy

2011-12-30T15:08:00.000-05:00

There's nothing like a hot shower or warm, soothing bath to wash away a long, stressful day. Philosophy seems to specialize in bath products that do just that. I'm a total sucker for their deliciously sweet and indulgent smelling shower gels. I've got a huge sweet tooth and any form of fudge cake, birthday cake, or cinnamon bun will do. Lately though, I've been using a shower gel that

Favorite Eyeliners

2011-12-19T11:43:00.002-05:00

Hi friends! Hope everyone's holiday shopping is going well! For those of you who know me well, you know you won't find me without a nice swipe of eyeliner. It's my desert island makeup (the one item I would want if I was stuck-Lost style). I'm constantly on the look out for great liners and I think I've found some serious contenders for the prize. I'm happy to report there is more than one '

The Walk This Way Fashion Show for Becky's Fund

2011-12-18T12:39:00.002-05:00

A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of joining my good friends for a special event: The Walk This Way Event for Becky's Fund. Becky's Fund is an organization that helps support and bring awareness for victim's of domestic violence. The organization also strives to establish prevention-based programs and collaborate with others in the community to educate others about this serious issue. You may

Clinique's Irresistible Holiday Offers

2011-12-16T13:06:00.000-05:00

Clinique sure is making it easy to shop with them this holiday season! If you or a loved one is a fan of their line, there's not better time to shop with them than today! -Get your Christmas gifts shipped FREE and in time for the holiday by placing your order on or before Monday, December 19th at 6:00 PM. -Pick 4 skin care and/or makeup minis with any $25 purchase. -Get a free Clinique

Winter Weather Relief In A Bottle

2011-12-13T18:11:00.000-05:00

The holidays are right around the corner and with all the merriment and excitement in the air, one almost forgets one annoying little detail about the season: it's winter! With winter comes cold temperatures and hot furnaces. It also means dry skin and cracked hands and feet. Luckily, the holiday cheer distracts from these perpetual discomforts as does a few key skin solutions. I'm

My Favorite Holiday Gift Sets

2011-12-12T15:55:00.003-05:00

The holiday season is in full swing and if you and your loved ones are product junkies, you'll love some of the festive treats in store for you. Tis the season for adorably packaged goodies! There's nothing better than getting all your favorites in a fun little palette or box. Here are some of my favorite gift sets: Laura Mercier Limited Edition Luxe Colour Portfolio ($98.00) This

Jessica Biel's New Year's Eve Look

2011-12-09T18:01:00.001-05:00

Jessica Biel's hair always looks red carpet ready but let's be honest this girl would look good with a paper bag on her head. Regardless, she looked especially flawless at the premiere of her new movie New Year's Eve. Celebrity hairstylist Oscar Blandi created her sleek, textured hairstyle. This is what he did to create the look: Step 1: Prep the hair with Oscar Blandi Hair Lift ($28 at

Unique Holiday Shopping Sites

2011-12-06T09:46:00.001-05:00

Hey friends! The holidays are officially here and there is a palpable excitement in the air. No matter what you celebrate it's always great to know where to shop to get unique, special presents for your loved ones this season. The Today Show had a great segment on their favorite unique shopping sites for every personality and type of person. Check out their list. Hopefully you'll find something

Have Doctors Found The Fountain of Youth?

2011-11-07T10:40:00.000-05:00

Medical professionals at the Mayo Clinic seem to have found a potential answer to the 'fountain of youth' that so many people search for as they age. New drug experiments have concluded that cleansing your body of certain cells may be the solution to delay signs of aging such as wrinkles, sagging as well as potentially postponing the signs of age-related diseases such as dementia and Alzheimer's

Favorite Eye Makeup Palettes

2011-10-28T21:20:00.002-04:00

Eye makeup palettes are simply divine and an awesome way to get your hands on a bunch of shades from your favorite brands. Here are a few of my latest favorites: Bobbi Brown Peony and Python Palette Inspired by Tibi Bobbi Brown Party Eye Palette Kevyn Aucoin The Essential Eyeshadow Palette Mally Beauty City Chick Smoky Eye Kit NYX 10-Color Eyeshadow Palette