Marc Jacobs | 2011 Resort Collection

This collection tickles my fancy because it's so feminine!  The ruffled jacket and skirt, the lace, the dresses shorter in length.....lovin' it.

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Yigal Azrouël | 2011 Resort Collection

Classy AND sexy, without revealing it ALL...my favorite style.

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Yves Saint Laurent | 2011 Resort Collection

Classy.

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Backstage Dior by Roxanne Lowit

I had a thought today, and it was this: "Why haven't I purchased this book already?" 

The book is called Backstage Dior, and it captures 10 years of photography by renown photographer Roxanne Lewit.  This AMAZING book gives us a real insight as to what occurs backstage before a show, and the brilliance, craftmanship and creativity of John Galliano. 

Pat McGrath never ceases to amaze me. I'm always anxious to see what makeup look she creates for Dior.

Here is a sneak peek into the book:

Runway VS Reality | Toni Garrn

The photos you see above come from two different runway shows that Toni Garrn appeared in, and doesn't she look beautiful? The first look is more glamorous, with a bolder eye color and lip.  The second look is more natural and soft, using fleshier, pink tones.

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Below, you see an agency photo of Toni, no make-up.  She still looks beautiful, but if you didn't know that she was a model, you may mistake her for any other "pretty" girl.

Moral of the story: Natural beauty is ALWAYS a plus, but NEVER discredit the wonders of make-up!

Christian Dior Fall 2009 Ready-To-Wear | Beauty

Golds, purples, bronzes, highlighting, illumination, smokiness and depth. 

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