How do you go from working the 9-to-5 to pursuing your two creative passions? Ask Lauren Feist. The celebrity makeup artist turned jewelry designer started her professional career in human resources before building a business around her creative talents. Today, she’s a makeup artist specializing in beauty, film and editorial, and has worked with many [...]
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A Chat with Celebrity Designer Jodi Benavidez of Brokedown Clothing
Jodi Benavidez of Brokedown Clothing is a woman of many hats…literally & figuratively. Previously a West Coast fashion reporter, she is the creator, designer, accountant and backer of the popular line, which started with hats, worn by many celebs including Jessica Alba, Halle Berry, Eva Longoria and Paris Hilton. It all started back in [...]
One-on-One with Famed Handbag Designer Lauren Merkin
Classic and timeless. Fun and feminine. Fashionable and functional. These are all qualities that define Lauren Merkin’s brand—a collection of premium handbags that includes her best-selling clutches, which have been spotted on Hollywood A-listers like Angelina Jolie, Kate Beckinsale and Eva Longoria. I recently sat down with Lauren, who created a limited-edition Eve clutch exclusively [...]
Spring 2012 Hair Trends
We can always count on spring to inspire trends that promote fresh, natural beauty. And spring 2012 hair trends are all about looking carelessly chic and effortlessly edgy, which means less time and maintenance! I couldn’t be happier about it. As someone who’s finally stopped fighting my hair’s natural tendencies, surrendering my flat iron has [...]
Get Your Green On
Ealier this week, Self Magazine featured an article singing the praises of spinach for its ability to help us achieve healthy, glowing skin from the inside out. It’s true—spinach is wonderful for your complexion, thanks to vitamin K and folate. It’s also excellent for your overall health, and studies have shown that its benefits are [...]

























