A Brief History of Abercrombie and Fitch

Walk into any high school or college classroom in your area, and chances are you will see many of the students wearing some item of clothing from Abercrombie & Fitch, be it a pair of jeans, a t-shirt with an off-the-wall slogan, or a baseball cap with a perfectly bent bill. The A&F logo is seemingly everywhere these days and is one of the hottest clothing brands among teenagers and twenty-somethings in America. In fact, Abercrombie & Fitch Co. expects to generate more than $2.5 billion in sales this year at its more than 356 stores across the country. That’s not bad for a company that started out as a sporting goods store in New York over 100 years ago.

Alyssa Campanella – Miss USA 2011

Miss USA 2011 Winner is Alyssa Campanella the 21-year-old Miss California. Alyssa Campanella born March 21, 1990 Manalapan, New Jersey, height – 1.74 m (5 ft 8 1⁄2 in), eye color – green, hair color – blond (dyed red).
There are some Miss USA interesting facts that are worth of attention:
• During the first hour the show enjoyed attention of 6.6 million viewers. The audience increased up to 7.8 million in the second hour.
• Contestants should be between 18 and 26. Girls are evaluated in the three categories: swimsuit, evening dress and interview. Often, judges pay extra attention to the last category.
• Tara Elizabeth Conner could lose her title in 2006 amid talks that she consumed alcohol in bars when she not under 21.
• The famous actress Halle Berry claimed the title of the first runner up at Miss USA 1986.

Icons and Makeup Looks for 2011

The icons – the celebrities and stars of Hollywood are among the main sources of ideas and notions as far as beauty and fashion is concerned. The runway is the generator but the celebrities are the marketers of these looks and style. Wrap your 2010 up with the New Year’s ravishing mixtures of colors, designs, hairstyles and fashion statements. Pair up your individualistic ideas with that of the glamour under the limelight.

What makes the celebrities looks most notable? Notable makeup is one look which settles in within the boundaries of the average. Meaning, there is no going overboard or going under board. Additionally, the makeup perfectly complements the facial features and the skin tone of the wearer making it more of a part of the face rather than an add-on.
Variations in makeup products have come in trends and are widely available in forms suitable to almost all skin types. To guide you through looking fabulous without going beyond what is expected; here are some inspirational thoughts from loved and critiqued styles of some famous stars.

The star, Kim Kardashian, has always looked glamorous as a public figure. Her markedly good body and chic get-ups make her a good prospect to investigate. Her makeup has always showed the feminine side of a woman – gentle, sophisticated and elegant. If you thing the bold colors will suit you best, don’t hesitate – jump for it. In relation to the New Year’s new trends in makeup set-ups, Kim have chosen favorable colors and hues during a red carpet even which specially emphasized beautiful features of her face without having one overpowering the other. She took the liberty of enhancing her eyes and bon structure. Use of foundation is particularly important here as it will serve as a base for flawless look. Plum eye shadows, false eyelashes and a finish of bronzer blush and nude colored lipstick wrap the whole thing up. It’s a good getaway from the too conventional bold and too conservative neutral.
Carrie Underwood looks fresh all the time regardless of the hectic schedules. Hers is a good example of natural beauty. She is the perfect muse for women at all age brackets. The fresh look is perfect for both a day’s work and a night’s out because of the fact that only the right features are brought out. Creating a flawless complexion using a foundation or a translucent powder can do the trick. Tints of blush on the cheeks with subtle eye liner pencils and black mascara bring about a good façade for the eyes. Finish the makeup with a coral lip gloss and you are good to go for a day or a night’s out.

Spotlight is on Lala during the Critics Choice Award just this 2011. The vintage and retro panorama she brought in a formal event came to be apt by that time. The glam and the chic veneer she put up is one thing to note. The makeup placed accents on the best focal features – lips, cheeks and eyes. The cheekbones were tinted with bronze blush and shimmering eye shadow captured the eyes best set-up. Finishing the look is a glossy lip shimmer.
Sheer beauty defined Keri Hilson’s makeup choice during the 2011 Critic’s Choice Awards. The makeup was purely discreet being available for both daytime and night time activities. It gives women a chance to stand out using their natural beauties. The delicate, radiant look made using shimmering makeup sets gave Keri a youthful and standout look. It creates a flawless look which gives the cheeks a healthy flush and a soft pink blush. Liquid eyeliner and mascara outlined the eyes and added elegance to the makeup. The pink nude lipstick adds flawlessness to the features. If you think this makeup is perfect for you, then, head on to the nearest cosmetic shop and buy the things you will need.

Blumarine Fall 2011 Campaign with Adriana Lima

Pro Makeup Tricks To Try Now

The greatest names of the industry share their beauty secrets with makeup fans. Those who are eager to stay up-to-the-minute with the newest inventions and techniques that pop up on the market will have the chance to go behind the curtains and find out more on this modern art.

Master the art of applying the most refined cosmetic formulas and polish your talent for color selection with a few useful methods. These pro makeup tricks will definitely keep you busy during this season. Experiment with the multitude of makeup trends and stick to the ones that highlight your subtle sex-appeal.

Blush

Nick Barose works with the hottest Hollywood stars. His tip to create a flirty and youthful complexion is to mix a tiny amount of liquid foundation with a rosy blush. This way you'll manage to create a more natural-looking makeup perfect for all age groups and events. Choose the most flattering blush shade either according to the cold/warm complexion principle or other makeup tricks.

Eye Shadow

Gucci Westman is one of the beauty gurus of the moment who decided to reveal one of the top secrets when it comes to the application of the eyeshadow.

If you're ready to add some dimension to your eyes all you have to do is draw a super-fine and narrow ivory toned line closer to the upper lashline. Fill in the socket with a neutral or more vibrant shade depending on your preferences. The va-va-voom effect is absolutely guaranteed.

Eyebrows

Jeanine Lobell will grant us with a life-saving tip on how to define our eyebrows. The highly acclaimed makeup artist claims that it is advisable to use a taupe shade to fill in the inner corners of the eyes heading towards the arches where you can use simply a soft brownish tone to complete the filling process.

Remember to use a lighter shade where your brows are the thickest. Blending is essential therefore make sure you use the best applicator to pull off a uniform look.

Eye Glaze

Cristina Bartolucci offers us the ultimate trick on how to create a dewy eye makeup perfect for the summer season. Mix your own eye glaze using a tiny amount of lip balm and a colorful or neutral eye shadow. The result will be a creamy texture you can easily apply on your lids. The shimmery radiance will definitely attract the attention to your dainty glimpse. Use your fingers for uniform application the outcome of your makeover will be stunning.

Eyeliner

Molly R.Stern is another big name in the industry therefore it is highly recommended to pay attention to what she says about the art of defining our glimpse. Using an eyeliner might require handiness, however you can learn a lot by practicing the different techniques. If you end up with too much eyeliner on the lash line all you have to do is use a flat shadow brush and brush a tiny amount of the shadow right into the lash line. Blending is again the catchphrase therefore be sure to have all the must have makeup tools to create a soft and perfect line.

Red Lips

From the same makeup artist we find out how to tone down a vibrant red lip color. It might seem as if we had turned back in time when applicators didn't exist, however the secret for uniform application lies in the use of your fingers. The solution to create a softer and more dainty effect using an intense red or dark shade is to apply a tiny amount of the red lipstick on the center of your bottom lip and use your finger tips to spread it all over the lips. Do the same way with your upper lip until you achieve the desired effect.

Eye Makeup Trends for Summer 2011

Look Into My EyesEyes are the windows of the soul. Whatever is seen through our eyes reflect the innermost passions of our souls. That’s basically where beauty roots and emanates – from the eyes. The eyes convey perfection in almost every sense and being able to utilize palettes of hues to accentuate the eye is more than just beauty but a creative splendor. What’s good with the latest make-up trends is that there is no need to apply heavy colors to turn heads. The touches the normal volumes bring add both elegance and uniqueness to each style. Delve in to the summer/spring 2011 make up ideas and make your summer and spring a splash of colors and glamour

It’s time to bring out the new – the natural beauty. There is nothing more beautiful than the natural beauty a woman can ever display – no hard and heavy make-ups on, simple and light touches emphasizing the assets and focal facets. So what’s new with this one? The trends of shimmer, iridescent touches and glossy and shiny ruby lips have come to an end. The in style is not the bold shimmering colors but the mix of matte or lustrous textures and natural – neutral to bold and vibrant finishes. The whole façade is a combination of both the daring and conservative perspectives of a woman.
In the fashion arena, the eyes speak more than what the model implies. It is a gateway, indeed. Enhancing eye features without going overboard is simple. Here are straight from the runway ideas to help you out with the new make-up trends.
Delicate and Fine
The subtle eye make-up is one of the runway make-up sets which duly emphasize the natural beauty of a woman. The goal is to look fabulous without going beyond the colors. What is perfect with this type of make-up is the fact that there is no need for frequent re-touches and bathroom breaks. Additionally, it fits both evening and day-time activities, so no sweat at all. Most of the famous colors within the range of this make-up are beige, taupe, brown, neutral, baby blue and soft pink. To better enhance the quality of your eyes, use white eyeliner pencils to brighten your eyes and mascara coating to define your eyelashes.

Bold and Vibrant
If you are looking for a good way to emphasize your eyes with radical colors which speak of freedom and liberty, then, probably the bright eye makeup set is the perfect color combination for you. Saturated and rich colors boldly placed on your lids create playful summer and spring. You may opt to apply one hue over the area or make complimenting color arrangements with contrasting finishes. You can use orange, red, pistachio-green, purple, yellow, tundra-green and blue as an array of choices.

Misty and Obscure
Smokey eye make ups are perfect for underlining the beauty of the eyes. It creates a mysteriously seductive look which emanates mystifying glamour. The effects of dark colored makeup – black and silver, purples, greens or electric blues and indigo and ivory, bring about elegance and contemporary style.
The runway is filled with different ideas. It is a venue of colors and creativity combined. The eyes are but two of the focal points of generating beauty. More still come. If you think you can aptly say that the eyes are worth the attention that it should have, then, why not enjoy summer with these colors on? Be vibrant

Victoria’s Secret Lingerie Bombshell Summer 2011 Collection

Victoria’s Secret Bombshell hot and sexy summer 2011 lingerie collection. Models Adriana Lima, Alessandra Ambrosio, Candice Swanepoel and Erin Heatherton