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DIY Glam 40’s hair: Glamorous 1940’s waves is easier than you think, eco hair stylist Mara Schiavetti—the talent behind the luscious locks at the Eileen Fisher fashion show—shows us how to recreate the look at home.

Step 1: If you’re starting with freshly washed hair, apply a holding product to your hair (we used Aveda medium hold mousse); blow out your hair giving it volume.

For day-old hair, apply Aveda Styling spray; these products will help your hair hold its wave all day and night.

Step 2: After your hair is completely dry, give yourself a low side part and brush it across and downwards—and don’t be afraid to brush your hair throughout the process, it will help create luster and shine.

Step 3: From the nape of your neck, moving up, section your hair across from ear to ear, just around the mid ear level, this is your first curling tier. Once you have curled this tier you will section a second and curl that one moving up the head. Depending on the amount of hair you have, you will need either two or three tiers.

Step 4: Take your one-inch curling iron and wrap the hair around the iron. Each section should be about one and a half inches in thickness. Moving from the outside in, towards the center of your head. This consistent direction will give the wave effect.

Step 5: Once you’ve done all your tiers, spray a little more Holding spay on the waves, wait a few seconds for it to dry then comb it out. At this stage you will be able to see how the waves have formed.

Step 6: You’re almost there! Use a hair shine product to give a touch of glam. I suggest using Nuxe dry oil, or Australian Scent pomade for some extra hold. Take a small amount of your favorite organic hair shine, rub it between your palms and smooth it in your beautiful, bouncy locks.

Step 7: The finale. Brush the hair into place moving the waves in place and contouring the waves framing around your face. Use Aveda control medium hold hair spray to fix your ‘do for evening, but I wouldn’t suggest it for the day, leaving it slightly loose makes it sexier.

Your hair should be looking bouncy, fresh and lustrous, and don’t forget to make it your own to suit your personality. Enjoy your bombshell 1940s hairstyle!

Photo: Dan Cutrona Photography

This is a guest post written for Past Fashion Future by Mara Schiavetti, a renowned hair stylist & makeup artist in the fashion industry. Mara curates the A Green Beauty online magazine, continuing to spread her message of living a holistic life.

Read More: Eileen Fisher

Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.
Apr 30
DIY Glam 40’s hair: Glamorous 1940’s waves is easier than you think, eco hair stylist Mara Schiavetti—the talent behind the luscious locks at the Eileen Fisher fashion show—shows us how to recreate the look at home. Step 1: If you’re starting with freshly washed hair, apply a holding product to your hair (we used Aveda medium hold mousse); blow out your hair giving it volume. For day-old hair, apply Aveda Styling spray; these products will help your hair hold its wave all day and night. Step 2: After your hair is completely dry, give yourself a low side part and brush it across and downwards—and don’t be afraid to brush your hair throughout the process, it will help create luster and shine. Step 3: From the nape of your neck, moving up, section your hair across from ear to ear, just around the mid ear level, this is your first curling tier. Once you have curled this tier you will section a second and curl that one moving up the head. Depending on the amount of hair you have, you will need either two or three tiers. Step 4: Take your one-inch curling iron and wrap the hair around the iron. Each section should be about one and a half inches in thickness. Moving from the outside in, towards the center of your head. This consistent direction will give the wave effect. Step 5: Once you’ve done all your tiers, spray a little more Holding spay on the waves, wait a few seconds for it to dry then comb it out. At this stage you will be able to see how the waves have formed. Step 6: You’re almost there! Use a hair shine product to give a touch of glam. I suggest using Nuxe dry oil, or Australian Scent pomade for some extra hold. Take a small amount of your favorite organic hair shine, rub it between your palms and smooth it in your beautiful, bouncy locks. Step 7: The finale. Brush the hair into place moving the waves in place and contouring the waves framing around your face. Use Aveda control medium hold hair spray to fix your ‘do for evening, but I wouldn’t suggest it for the day, leaving it slightly loose makes it sexier. Your hair should be looking bouncy, fresh and lustrous, and don’t forget to make it your own to suit your personality. Enjoy your bombshell 1940s hairstyle! Photo: Dan Cutrona Photography This is a guest post written for Past Fashion Future by Mara Schiavetti, a renowned hair stylist & makeup artist in the fashion industry. Mara curates the A Green Beauty online magazine, continuing to spread her message of living a holistic life. Read More: Eileen Fisher Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

New York Fashion Week is all about the season ahead, meaning you have to wait all winter to don any spring/summer 2013 fashion. Fortunately, the season has some easy-breezy hairstyle trends—and timeless fashion trends—that you can try now.

No hairstylist needed: you can recreate the hottest hair trends at home, without buying a thing—just use what you own.

Knowing how to create a runway-worthy messy bun is a talent that anyone who runs late—and fails to wash their hair—in the morning must master. Aveda’s romantic ‘do at Christian Siriano’s runway show is just the ticket.

Aveda explains how to get the look: flip head over, finger-comb hair into a ponytail at the top of the head and pull straight up, twist hair into a loose bun, and secure with an elastic. Finally, pin hair at the base of the bun and, as Aveda suggests, finish the look with Air Control Hair Spray.

Want more hairstyle tips? Continue reading my fashion feature on Discovery’s TreeHugger.com: 4 New York Fashion Week Hairstyle Trends to Try Now
Oct 15
New York Fashion Week is all about the season ahead, meaning you have to wait all winter to don any spring/summer 2013 fashion. Fortunately, the season has some easy-breezy hairstyle trends—and timeless fashion trends—that you can try now. No hairstylist needed: you can recreate the hottest hair trends at home, without buying a thing—just use what you own. Knowing how to create a runway-worthy messy bun is a talent that anyone who runs late—and fails to wash their hair—in the morning must master. Aveda’s romantic ‘do at Christian Siriano’s runway show is just the ticket. Aveda explains how to get the look: flip head over, finger-comb hair into a ponytail at the top of the head and pull straight up, twist hair into a loose bun, and secure with an elastic. Finally, pin hair at the base of the bun and, as Aveda suggests, finish the look with Air Control Hair Spray. Want more hairstyle tips? Continue reading my fashion feature on Discovery’s TreeHugger.com: 4 New York Fashion Week Hairstyle Trends to Try Now

I’m hosting a BEAUTY GIVEAWAY on my Facebook page: JP Selects’ LovingEco Beauty Bag is packed with 9 amazing natural skincare & beauty brands and TO WIN IT, simply:

+ Hop over here: http://tinyurl.com/dxnvn6h

+ Tell me which product is your fave, here, in the comments section on my Facebook page—ahem, yes, you have to “like” my page to win. (My favorite is Dr. Hauschka’s Lavendar Bath Oil, above.)

+ Comment before Sunday at midnight and that’s it!

Enjoy!
Aug 03
I’m hosting a BEAUTY GIVEAWAY on my Facebook page: JP Selects’ LovingEco Beauty Bag is packed with 9 amazing natural skincare & beauty brands and TO WIN IT, simply: + Hop over here: http://tinyurl.com/dxnvn6h + Tell me which product is your fave, here, in the comments section on my Facebook page—ahem, yes, you have to “like” my page to win. (My favorite is Dr. Hauschka’s Lavendar Bath Oil, above.) + Comment before Sunday at midnight and that’s it! Enjoy!

DIY Nail Polish Trend To Make Your Fingers Look Longer: It’s a lot easier than you think—and no, you don’t need a professional to do it, you can DIY! All you need is two nail polish colors: I’ve done nude (pictured) or gold as the bottom coat and for the top, I opt for my usual classic red and I’ve even tried black, too.

1. Paints your nails as your normally would, with one to two coats.

2. Paint a half moon and then fill it in with color, as pictured. Do two coats.

3. Add a top coat and then you’re done. Just let them dry—duh!

P.S. You can even do this with short nails! You have to try it to believe it. You’ll get so many compliments and will probably get stopped on the street, seriously. And yes, those are my real nails!

Photo: Emma Grady’s DIY Manicure with Priti NYC nail polish. Credit: Emma Grady

Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.
Mar 29
DIY Nail Polish Trend To Make Your Fingers Look Longer: It’s a lot easier than you think—and no, you don’t need a professional to do it, you can DIY! All you need is two nail polish colors: I’ve done nude (pictured) or gold as the bottom coat and for the top, I opt for my usual classic red and I’ve even tried black, too. 1. Paints your nails as your normally would, with one to two coats. 2. Paint a half moon and then fill it in with color, as pictured. Do two coats. 3. Add a top coat and then you’re done. Just let them dry—duh! P.S. You can even do this with short nails! You have to try it to believe it. You’ll get so many compliments and will probably get stopped on the street, seriously. And yes, those are my real nails! Photo: Emma Grady’s DIY Manicure with Priti NYC nail polish. Credit: Emma Grady Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

Packed to the brim with pure plant oils and natural and organic ingredients sourced from fair trade farms around the globe, Germany’s premier skincare line Primavera arrives in the United States. Claiming to have the highest percentage of certified organic ingredients available, Primavera’s four product lines, including face care, body care, wellness therapies and home fragrance products, set a high standard for natural skincare in the U.S. Continue reading my review on Discovery’s TreeHugger.com.

Read more: Beauty.
Oct 08
Packed to the brim with pure plant oils and natural and organic ingredients sourced from fair trade farms around the globe, Germany’s premier skincare line Primavera arrives in the United States. Claiming to have the highest percentage of certified organic ingredients available, Primavera’s four product lines, including face care, body care, wellness therapies and home fragrance products, set a high standard for natural skincare in the U.S. Continue reading my review on Discovery’s TreeHugger.com. Read more: Beauty.

I’ve been raving about all the fashion at New York Fashion Week, from Edun to Samantha Pleet, but it takes more than just great clothes to complete the look. Aveda’s Didier Malige shows us how to recreate the runway hair styles from Band of Outsiders Spring/Summer 2012 show at home.

“This is traditional Victorian picnic gone awry, wrought with mystery and haunted with a sort of supernatural twist,” says designer Scott Sternberg of Band of Outsiders Spring/Summer 2012 collection.

Continue the step-by-step guide on Discovery’s TreeHugger.com.

Photo credit: courtesy Aveda
Sep 19
I’ve been raving about all the fashion at New York Fashion Week, from Edun to Samantha Pleet, but it takes more than just great clothes to complete the look. Aveda’s Didier Malige shows us how to recreate the runway hair styles from Band of Outsiders Spring/Summer 2012 show at home. “This is traditional Victorian picnic gone awry, wrought with mystery and haunted with a sort of supernatural twist,” says designer Scott Sternberg of Band of Outsiders Spring/Summer 2012 collection. Continue the step-by-step guide on Discovery’s TreeHugger.com. Photo credit: courtesy Aveda

When organic beauty expert and natural makeup artist Jessica Blades of Blades Natural Beauty offered to show me some tips and tricks behind green beauty, I jumped at the chance to have my makeup done and learn a thing or two along the way.

Blades, who has been recognized by Glamour Magazine and has appeared on “The Today Show,” shares 6 makeup beauty tips—from DIY-lip hues to makeup product care—to achieve a green-beauty glow over in my post on TreeHugger.

Photo: Jessa Blades
Nov 27
When organic beauty expert and natural makeup artist Jessica Blades of Blades Natural Beauty offered to show me some tips and tricks behind green beauty, I jumped at the chance to have my makeup done and learn a thing or two along the way. Blades, who has been recognized by Glamour Magazine and has appeared on “The Today Show,” shares 6 makeup beauty tips—from DIY-lip hues to makeup product care—to achieve a green-beauty glow over in my post on TreeHugger. Photo: Jessa Blades

The makers of eco-mom-approved Hopscotch Kids nail polish have launched an adult line of chemical-free, non-yellowing nail lacquer called Scotch Naturals. Available in 13 ‘intoxicating’ colors, from cherry-red “Kiltlifter” to a deep royal blue “Flying Scotsman”, Scotch Naturals require no base or top coat, meaning fewer steps and faster color.

Photo: Scotch Naturals
Nov 18
The makers of eco-mom-approved Hopscotch Kids nail polish have launched an adult line of chemical-free, non-yellowing nail lacquer called Scotch Naturals. Available in 13 ‘intoxicating’ colors, from cherry-red “Kiltlifter” to a deep royal blue “Flying Scotsman”, Scotch Naturals require no base or top coat, meaning fewer steps and faster color. Photo: Scotch Naturals

The weather is cooler in New York and I find myself reaching for lip balm and lotion more often than not. Fortunately, Moksa Organics offers soothing soaps that cleanse and moisturize thirsty skin and organic body oils that nourish and heal—without the chemicals; artificial fragrances; or palm oil, which has been pilloried for the destruction of rainforests in Southeast Asia. [TreeHugger]

Photo courtesy Moksa Organics.

Oct 07
The weather is cooler in New York and I find myself reaching for lip balm and lotion more often than not. Fortunately, Moksa Organics offers soothing soaps that cleanse and moisturize thirsty skin and organic body oils that nourish and heal—without the chemicals; artificial fragrances; or palm oil, which has been pilloried for the destruction of rainforests in Southeast Asia. [TreeHugger] Photo courtesy Moksa Organics.

 GOOD Magazine’s Siobhan O’Connor asked me to take it all off (my makeup, that is) for No More Dirty Looks. View the other ladies of their no-makeup challenge, here (I’m number 29!): http://tinyurl.com/36qs6m6
Sep 29
 GOOD Magazine’s Siobhan O’Connor asked me to take it all off (my makeup, that is) for No More Dirty Looks. View the other ladies of their no-makeup challenge, here (I’m number 29!): http://tinyurl.com/36qs6m6

Past Fashion Future

Posted on Tuesday April 30th 2013 at 08:00am. Its tags are listed below.

DIY Glam 40’s hair: Glamorous 1940’s waves is easier than you think, eco hair stylist Mara Schiavetti—the talent behind the luscious locks at the Eileen Fisher fashion show—shows us how to recreate the look at home. Step 1: If you’re starting with freshly washed hair, apply a holding product to your hair (we used Aveda medium hold mousse); blow out your hair giving it volume. For day-old hair, apply Aveda Styling spray; these products will help your hair hold its wave all day and night. Step 2: After your hair is completely dry, give yourself a low side part and brush it across and downwards—and don’t be afraid to brush your hair throughout the process, it will help create luster and shine. Step 3: From the nape of your neck, moving up, section your hair across from ear to ear, just around the mid ear level, this is your first curling tier. Once you have curled this tier you will section a second and curl that one moving up the head. Depending on the amount of hair you have, you will need either two or three tiers. Step 4: Take your one-inch curling iron and wrap the hair around the iron. Each section should be about one and a half inches in thickness. Moving from the outside in, towards the center of your head. This consistent direction will give the wave effect. Step 5: Once you’ve done all your tiers, spray a little more Holding spay on the waves, wait a few seconds for it to dry then comb it out. At this stage you will be able to see how the waves have formed. Step 6: You’re almost there! Use a hair shine product to give a touch of glam. I suggest using Nuxe dry oil, or Australian Scent pomade for some extra hold. Take a small amount of your favorite organic hair shine, rub it between your palms and smooth it in your beautiful, bouncy locks. Step 7: The finale. Brush the hair into place moving the waves in place and contouring the waves framing around your face. Use Aveda control medium hold hair spray to fix your ‘do for evening, but I wouldn’t suggest it for the day, leaving it slightly loose makes it sexier. Your hair should be looking bouncy, fresh and lustrous, and don’t forget to make it your own to suit your personality. Enjoy your bombshell 1940s hairstyle! Photo: Dan Cutrona Photography This is a guest post written for Past Fashion Future by Mara Schiavetti, a renowned hair stylist & makeup artist in the fashion industry. Mara curates the A Green Beauty online magazine, continuing to spread her message of living a holistic life. Read More: Eileen Fisher Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.
DIY Glam 40’s hair: Glamorous 1940’s waves is easier than you think, eco hair stylist Mara Schiavetti—the talent behind the luscious locks at the Eileen Fisher fashion show—shows us how to recreate the look at home. Step 1: If you’re starting with freshly washed hair, apply a holding product to your hair (we used Aveda medium hold mousse); blow out your hair giving it volume. For day-old hair, apply Aveda Styling spray; these products will help your hair hold its wave all day and night. Step 2: After your hair is completely dry, give yourself a low side part and brush it across and downwards—and don’t be afraid to brush your hair throughout the process, it will help create luster and shine. Step 3: From the nape of your neck, moving up, section your hair across from ear to ear, just around the mid ear level, this is your first curling tier. Once you have curled this tier you will section a second and curl that one moving up the head. Depending on the amount of hair you have, you will need either two or three tiers. Step 4: Take your one-inch curling iron and wrap the hair around the iron. Each section should be about one and a half inches in thickness. Moving from the outside in, towards the center of your head. This consistent direction will give the wave effect. Step 5: Once you’ve done all your tiers, spray a little more Holding spay on the waves, wait a few seconds for it to dry then comb it out. At this stage you will be able to see how the waves have formed. Step 6: You’re almost there! Use a hair shine product to give a touch of glam. I suggest using Nuxe dry oil, or Australian Scent pomade for some extra hold. Take a small amount of your favorite organic hair shine, rub it between your palms and smooth it in your beautiful, bouncy locks. Step 7: The finale. Brush the hair into place moving the waves in place and contouring the waves framing around your face. Use Aveda control medium hold hair spray to fix your ‘do for evening, but I wouldn’t suggest it for the day, leaving it slightly loose makes it sexier. Your hair should be looking bouncy, fresh and lustrous, and don’t forget to make it your own to suit your personality. Enjoy your bombshell 1940s hairstyle! Photo: Dan Cutrona Photography This is a guest post written for Past Fashion Future by Mara Schiavetti, a renowned hair stylist & makeup artist in the fashion industry. Mara curates the A Green Beauty online magazine, continuing to spread her message of living a holistic life. Read More: Eileen Fisher Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

DIY Glam 40’s hair: Glamorous 1940’s waves is easier than you think, eco hair stylist Mara Schiavetti—the talent behind the luscious locks at the Eileen Fisher fashion show—shows us how to recreate the look at home.

Step 1: If you’re starting with freshly washed hair, apply a holding product to your hair (we used Aveda medium hold mousse); blow out your hair giving it volume.

For day-old hair, apply Aveda Styling spray; these products will help your hair hold its wave all day and night.

Step 2: After your hair is completely dry, give yourself a low side part and brush it across and downwards—and don’t be afraid to brush your hair throughout the process, it will help create luster and shine.

Step 3: From the nape of your neck, moving up, section your hair across from ear to ear, just around the mid ear level, this is your first curling tier. Once you have curled this tier you will section a second and curl that one moving up the head. Depending on the amount of hair you have, you will need either two or three tiers.

Step 4: Take your one-inch curling iron and wrap the hair around the iron. Each section should be about one and a half inches in thickness. Moving from the outside in, towards the center of your head. This consistent direction will give the wave effect.

Step 5: Once you’ve done all your tiers, spray a little more Holding spay on the waves, wait a few seconds for it to dry then comb it out. At this stage you will be able to see how the waves have formed.

Step 6: You’re almost there! Use a hair shine product to give a touch of glam. I suggest using Nuxe dry oil, or Australian Scent pomade for some extra hold. Take a small amount of your favorite organic hair shine, rub it between your palms and smooth it in your beautiful, bouncy locks.

Step 7: The finale. Brush the hair into place moving the waves in place and contouring the waves framing around your face. Use Aveda control medium hold hair spray to fix your ‘do for evening, but I wouldn’t suggest it for the day, leaving it slightly loose makes it sexier.

Your hair should be looking bouncy, fresh and lustrous, and don’t forget to make it your own to suit your personality. Enjoy your bombshell 1940s hairstyle!

Photo: Dan Cutrona Photography

This is a guest post written for Past Fashion Future by Mara Schiavetti, a renowned hair stylist & makeup artist in the fashion industry. Mara curates the A Green Beauty online magazine, continuing to spread her message of living a holistic life.

Read More: Eileen Fisher

Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

Past Fashion Future

Posted on Monday October 15th 2012 at 09:55am. Its tags are listed below.

New York Fashion Week is all about the season ahead, meaning you have to wait all winter to don any spring/summer 2013 fashion. Fortunately, the season has some easy-breezy hairstyle trends—and timeless fashion trends—that you can try now. No hairstylist needed: you can recreate the hottest hair trends at home, without buying a thing—just use what you own. Knowing how to create a runway-worthy messy bun is a talent that anyone who runs late—and fails to wash their hair—in the morning must master. Aveda’s romantic ‘do at Christian Siriano’s runway show is just the ticket. Aveda explains how to get the look: flip head over, finger-comb hair into a ponytail at the top of the head and pull straight up, twist hair into a loose bun, and secure with an elastic. Finally, pin hair at the base of the bun and, as Aveda suggests, finish the look with Air Control Hair Spray. Want more hairstyle tips? Continue reading my fashion feature on Discovery’s TreeHugger.com: 4 New York Fashion Week Hairstyle Trends to Try Now
New York Fashion Week is all about the season ahead, meaning you have to wait all winter to don any spring/summer 2013 fashion. Fortunately, the season has some easy-breezy hairstyle trends—and timeless fashion trends—that you can try now. No hairstylist needed: you can recreate the hottest hair trends at home, without buying a thing—just use what you own. Knowing how to create a runway-worthy messy bun is a talent that anyone who runs late—and fails to wash their hair—in the morning must master. Aveda’s romantic ‘do at Christian Siriano’s runway show is just the ticket. Aveda explains how to get the look: flip head over, finger-comb hair into a ponytail at the top of the head and pull straight up, twist hair into a loose bun, and secure with an elastic. Finally, pin hair at the base of the bun and, as Aveda suggests, finish the look with Air Control Hair Spray. Want more hairstyle tips? Continue reading my fashion feature on Discovery’s TreeHugger.com: 4 New York Fashion Week Hairstyle Trends to Try Now

New York Fashion Week is all about the season ahead, meaning you have to wait all winter to don any spring/summer 2013 fashion. Fortunately, the season has some easy-breezy hairstyle trends—and timeless fashion trends—that you can try now.

No hairstylist needed: you can recreate the hottest hair trends at home, without buying a thing—just use what you own.

Knowing how to create a runway-worthy messy bun is a talent that anyone who runs late—and fails to wash their hair—in the morning must master. Aveda’s romantic ‘do at Christian Siriano’s runway show is just the ticket.

Aveda explains how to get the look: flip head over, finger-comb hair into a ponytail at the top of the head and pull straight up, twist hair into a loose bun, and secure with an elastic. Finally, pin hair at the base of the bun and, as Aveda suggests, finish the look with Air Control Hair Spray.

Want more hairstyle tips? Continue reading my fashion feature on Discovery’s TreeHugger.com: 4 New York Fashion Week Hairstyle Trends to Try Now

Past Fashion Future

Posted on Friday August 3rd 2012 at 09:02pm. Its tags are listed below.

I’m hosting a BEAUTY GIVEAWAY on my Facebook page: JP Selects’ LovingEco Beauty Bag is packed with 9 amazing natural skincare & beauty brands and TO WIN IT, simply: + Hop over here: http://tinyurl.com/dxnvn6h + Tell me which product is your fave, here, in the comments section on my Facebook page—ahem, yes, you have to “like” my page to win. (My favorite is Dr. Hauschka’s Lavendar Bath Oil, above.) + Comment before Sunday at midnight and that’s it! Enjoy!

I’m hosting a BEAUTY GIVEAWAY on my Facebook page: JP Selects’ LovingEco Beauty Bag is packed with 9 amazing natural skincare & beauty brands and TO WIN IT, simply:

+ Hop over here: http://tinyurl.com/dxnvn6h

+ Tell me which product is your fave, here, in the comments section on my Facebook page—ahem, yes, you have to “like” my page to win. (My favorite is Dr. Hauschka’s Lavendar Bath Oil, above.)

+ Comment before Sunday at midnight and that’s it!

Enjoy!

Past Fashion Future

Posted on Thursday March 29th 2012 at 10:00am. Its tags are listed below.

DIY Nail Polish Trend To Make Your Fingers Look Longer: It’s a lot easier than you think—and no, you don’t need a professional to do it, you can DIY! All you need is two nail polish colors: I’ve done nude (pictured) or gold as the bottom coat and for the top, I opt for my usual classic red and I’ve even tried black, too. 1. Paints your nails as your normally would, with one to two coats. 2. Paint a half moon and then fill it in with color, as pictured. Do two coats. 3. Add a top coat and then you’re done. Just let them dry—duh! P.S. You can even do this with short nails! You have to try it to believe it. You’ll get so many compliments and will probably get stopped on the street, seriously. And yes, those are my real nails! Photo: Emma Grady’s DIY Manicure with Priti NYC nail polish. Credit: Emma Grady Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.
DIY Nail Polish Trend To Make Your Fingers Look Longer: It’s a lot easier than you think—and no, you don’t need a professional to do it, you can DIY! All you need is two nail polish colors: I’ve done nude (pictured) or gold as the bottom coat and for the top, I opt for my usual classic red and I’ve even tried black, too. 1. Paints your nails as your normally would, with one to two coats. 2. Paint a half moon and then fill it in with color, as pictured. Do two coats. 3. Add a top coat and then you’re done. Just let them dry—duh! P.S. You can even do this with short nails! You have to try it to believe it. You’ll get so many compliments and will probably get stopped on the street, seriously. And yes, those are my real nails! Photo: Emma Grady’s DIY Manicure with Priti NYC nail polish. Credit: Emma Grady Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

DIY Nail Polish Trend To Make Your Fingers Look Longer: It’s a lot easier than you think—and no, you don’t need a professional to do it, you can DIY! All you need is two nail polish colors: I’ve done nude (pictured) or gold as the bottom coat and for the top, I opt for my usual classic red and I’ve even tried black, too.

1. Paints your nails as your normally would, with one to two coats.

2. Paint a half moon and then fill it in with color, as pictured. Do two coats.

3. Add a top coat and then you’re done. Just let them dry—duh!

P.S. You can even do this with short nails! You have to try it to believe it. You’ll get so many compliments and will probably get stopped on the street, seriously. And yes, those are my real nails!

Photo: Emma Grady’s DIY Manicure with Priti NYC nail polish. Credit: Emma Grady

Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

Past Fashion Future

Posted on Saturday October 8th 2011 at 12:57pm. Its tags are listed below.

Packed to the brim with pure plant oils and natural and organic ingredients sourced from fair trade farms around the globe, Germany’s premier skincare line Primavera arrives in the United States. Claiming to have the highest percentage of certified organic ingredients available, Primavera’s four product lines, including face care, body care, wellness therapies and home fragrance products, set a high standard for natural skincare in the U.S. Continue reading my review on Discovery’s TreeHugger.com. Read more: Beauty.

Packed to the brim with pure plant oils and natural and organic ingredients sourced from fair trade farms around the globe, Germany’s premier skincare line Primavera arrives in the United States. Claiming to have the highest percentage of certified organic ingredients available, Primavera’s four product lines, including face care, body care, wellness therapies and home fragrance products, set a high standard for natural skincare in the U.S. Continue reading my review on Discovery’s TreeHugger.com.

Read more: Beauty.

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Posted on Monday September 19th 2011 at 09:01am. Its tags are listed below.

I’ve been raving about all the fashion at New York Fashion Week, from Edun to Samantha Pleet, but it takes more than just great clothes to complete the look. Aveda’s Didier Malige shows us how to recreate the runway hair styles from Band of Outsiders Spring/Summer 2012 show at home. “This is traditional Victorian picnic gone awry, wrought with mystery and haunted with a sort of supernatural twist,” says designer Scott Sternberg of Band of Outsiders Spring/Summer 2012 collection. Continue the step-by-step guide on Discovery’s TreeHugger.com. Photo credit: courtesy Aveda

I’ve been raving about all the fashion at New York Fashion Week, from Edun to Samantha Pleet, but it takes more than just great clothes to complete the look. Aveda’s Didier Malige shows us how to recreate the runway hair styles from Band of Outsiders Spring/Summer 2012 show at home.

“This is traditional Victorian picnic gone awry, wrought with mystery and haunted with a sort of supernatural twist,” says designer Scott Sternberg of Band of Outsiders Spring/Summer 2012 collection.

Continue the step-by-step guide on Discovery’s TreeHugger.com.

Photo credit: courtesy Aveda

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Posted on Saturday November 27th 2010 at 03:33pm. Its tags are listed below.

When organic beauty expert and natural makeup artist Jessica Blades of Blades Natural Beauty offered to show me some tips and tricks behind green beauty, I jumped at the chance to have my makeup done and learn a thing or two along the way. Blades, who has been recognized by Glamour Magazine and has appeared on “The Today Show,” shares 6 makeup beauty tips—from DIY-lip hues to makeup product care—to achieve a green-beauty glow over in my post on TreeHugger. Photo: Jessa Blades

When organic beauty expert and natural makeup artist Jessica Blades of Blades Natural Beauty offered to show me some tips and tricks behind green beauty, I jumped at the chance to have my makeup done and learn a thing or two along the way.

Blades, who has been recognized by Glamour Magazine and has appeared on “The Today Show,” shares 6 makeup beauty tips—from DIY-lip hues to makeup product care—to achieve a green-beauty glow over in my post on TreeHugger.

Photo: Jessa Blades

Past Fashion Future

Posted on Thursday November 18th 2010 at 07:31am. Its tags are listed below.

The makers of eco-mom-approved Hopscotch Kids nail polish have launched an adult line of chemical-free, non-yellowing nail lacquer called Scotch Naturals. Available in 13 ‘intoxicating’ colors, from cherry-red “Kiltlifter” to a deep royal blue “Flying Scotsman”, Scotch Naturals require no base or top coat, meaning fewer steps and faster color. Photo: Scotch Naturals

The makers of eco-mom-approved Hopscotch Kids nail polish have launched an adult line of chemical-free, non-yellowing nail lacquer called Scotch Naturals. Available in 13 ‘intoxicating’ colors, from cherry-red “Kiltlifter” to a deep royal blue “Flying Scotsman”, Scotch Naturals require no base or top coat, meaning fewer steps and faster color.

Photo: Scotch Naturals

Past Fashion Future

Posted on Thursday October 7th 2010 at 09:47am. Its tags are listed below.

The weather is cooler in New York and I find myself reaching for lip balm and lotion more often than not. Fortunately, Moksa Organics offers soothing soaps that cleanse and moisturize thirsty skin and organic body oils that nourish and heal—without the chemicals; artificial fragrances; or palm oil, which has been pilloried for the destruction of rainforests in Southeast Asia. [TreeHugger] Photo courtesy Moksa Organics.

The weather is cooler in New York and I find myself reaching for lip balm and lotion more often than not. Fortunately, Moksa Organics offers soothing soaps that cleanse and moisturize thirsty skin and organic body oils that nourish and heal—without the chemicals; artificial fragrances; or palm oil, which has been pilloried for the destruction of rainforests in Southeast Asia. [TreeHugger]

Photo courtesy Moksa Organics.

Past Fashion Future

Posted on Wednesday September 29th 2010 at 03:28pm. Its tags are listed below.

 GOOD Magazine’s Siobhan O’Connor asked me to take it all off (my makeup, that is) for No More Dirty Looks. View the other ladies of their no-makeup challenge, here (I’m number 29!): http://tinyurl.com/36qs6m6
 GOOD Magazine’s Siobhan O’Connor asked me to take it all off (my makeup, that is) for No More Dirty Looks. View the other ladies of their no-makeup challenge, here (I’m number 29!): http://tinyurl.com/36qs6m6

 GOOD Magazine’s Siobhan O’Connor asked me to take it all off (my makeup, that is) for No More Dirty Looks. View the other ladies of their no-makeup challenge, here (I’m number 29!): http://tinyurl.com/36qs6m6

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