Allure articles from August 2004

Allure archives from August 2004

Beauty Reporter.(electrical facial stimulation to tighten skin)(Cover girl lip gloss)
August 1, 2004... In the News Shock Therapy Long dismissed as a dubious spa treatment, electrical facial stimulation is now cropping up in the toniest of dermatologists' offices. Proponents like Santa Monica dermatologist Karyn L. Grossman say these...

Insider Guide.(how to dance)
August 1, 2004... Insider's Guide entertainment How to dance (when you can't) By Jo Ann Jansen Dancer Jansen choreographed the sequences in Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights (based on her life) and the upcoming Shall We Dance? It's hard for modern women to...

Mail.(hair care)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2004... Mail Dancing Queen I just finished reading the Kelly Ripa interview in the June issue. Not once does she mention that she used to dance on the TV show Dance Party U.S.A. I still have a poster of her in a prom dress from that show. I find...

Cover Look.(hair care)
August 1, 2004... Cover Look The Professional Who? Natalie Portman. What? The August cover of Allure, shot by Michael Thompson. Where? At Lux Studio in Chelsea, a 45-minute drive from her house on Long Island. When? May 4. Portman had just returned...

letter from the editor: august '04.
August 1, 2004... Eau, Yes! I have a new idol, and his name, at the moment, is P. Diddy. At a lunch the other day to celebrate his new fragrance, he explained his "concept of smell-good." It is a philosophy to live by. "I love sexy things, beautiful...

Beauty Reporter.(hairstyle trends)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Beauty Reporter Top-Selling Shadows * Truly Cool Skin Care * Flaw-Fixing Primers In the News A best-selling moisturizer gets a total overhaul. Find out which one and why on page 56. 40% of makeup-wearing women don't bother to wash...

Beauty Reporter.(cosmetics)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Beauty Reporter Editor's Favorites Giorgio Armani Lipstick Mania. A flawless satin finish belies the comfort of these long-wearing shades. $22.50; giorgioarmani.com. Beauty Reporter Editor's Favorites Fresh Sugar Blossom...

Beauty Reporter.(skin care)
August 1, 2004... Flavor of the Month Menthol Anyone who has slathered on foot cream in the past decade already knows that mint is a ubiquitous ingredient. Now cosmetics companies are upping the olfactory ante with products featuring menthol, a...

Beauty Reporter.(Amber Tamblyn)(Brief Article)(Interview)
August 1, 2004... Heaven Sent red coral Heaven Sent Stars rub elbows with big shots all the time. Amber Tamblyn talks to God. On CBS's Joan of Arcadia, she plays a girl whose higher power speaks through mortals. "There are few shows that change the way...

Beauty Reporter.(cosmetics)
August 1, 2004... in the news Formula Two Formula Two Most women have fond memories of their first kiss -- we get wistful about our first moisturizer. We can still remember the thrill we got seeing the buttery yellow bottle of Clinique Dramatically...

Beauty Reporter.(cosmetics)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Best-Sellers EYE SHADOW EYE SHADOW Eye shadow may come in every color of the rainbow, but women across the country like to play it safe. In Oklahoma City, they choose the lightest pink, New York City residents prefer a neutral beige,...

Beauty Reporter: Beauty 101.(hair care)
August 1, 2004... Deep Conditioner Smoother, healthier hair in three simple steps. By Cara Birnbaum If curling irons, blow-dryers, and double-process highlights are the sins of the hair salon, then deep conditioner offers salvation in a bottle. "As hair...

Beauty Reporter: Beauty 101 Card.(hair care)(makeup trends)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Beauty Reporter: Beauty 101 Card Cheat Sheet 1 Wash hair with a clarifying shampoo to remove product buildup, which can prevent conditioner from penetrating the hair shaft. 2 Rinse thoroughly. If hair feels greasy or slippery, lather...

Fashion Bulletin.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Fashion Bulletin Brooches * Love Story Style * Jackets 101 The Learjet Set Fasten your seat belts and put your tray tables in the upright and locked position -- the 1970s jet-setter look is taking off this fall in the form of...

style101: Jacket, Required.
August 1, 2004... style101: Jacket, Required On the Bottom "A Chanel jacket goes with everything," says New York City-based stylist Jill Swid, who put Uma Thurman in one of collarless peach tweed and a pair of jeans for a Los Angeles party. "No matter...

Crowning Glories.(hairstyle)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Crowning Glories Allure celebrates the eight classic hairstyles and the many beauties who make them famous. By Elizabeth Einstein and Lindsy Van Gelder sir Isaiah Berlin once floated the theory that every great figure in history could...

Crowning Glories.(hairstyles)
August 1, 2004... Crowning Glories Allure celebrates the eight classic hairstyles and the many beauties who make them famous. By Elizabeth Einstein and Lindsy Van Gelder Michelle Phillips, 1967 A severe middle part is sweet and charming rather than...

Crowning Glories.
August 1, 2004... Crowning Glories Allure celebrates the eight classic hairstyles and the many beauties who make them famous. By Elizabeth Einstein and Lindsy Van Gelder Christie Brinkley, 1989 Her side part and twinkie bangs are rooted firmly in the...

Crowning Glories.(hairstyles)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Crowning Glories Allure celebrates the eight classic hairstyles and the many beauties who make them famous. By Elizabeth Einstein and Lindsy Van Gelder Twiggy, '60s, She mixes a little boyishness with femininity, and makes it look...

Crowning Glories.(hairstyles)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Crowning Glories Allure celebrates the eight classic hairstyles and the many beauties who make them famous. By Elizabeth Einstein and Lindsy Van Gelder Princess Diana, 1983, As close as a human being ever got to having feathers. ...

Crowning Glories.(hairstyles)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Crowning Glories Allure celebrates the eight classic hairstyles and the many beauties who make them famous. By Elizabeth Einstein and Lindsy Van Gelder Jennifer Lopez, 2004, Proof that "groomed" doesn't have to mean "uptight." ...

Health: Body News.
August 1, 2004... Weight and Breast Cancer The more weight a woman gains, the greater her risk of developing breast cancer. Researchers asked 62,756 women, ages 50 to 54, to report their current height and weight, and their weight at age 18. By tracking how...

Health: Mood News.
August 1, 2004... Beauty and Longevity Look good, live longer: A small Canadian study suggests this direct correlation. Twenty men and women rated the high-school-yearbook graduation photos of 50 people born in the 1920s, assessing their looks and perceived...

Health: Food news.
August 1, 2004... Eating Personality People struggling with their weight tend to share certain characteristics, says Robert Kushner of Northwestern University's Wellness Institute. He and his colleagues surveyed 335 people and identified several personality...

Directory.(beauty salons)(Directory)
August 1, 2004... Local Color Head-turning highlights, from Madison Avenue to Melrose Place. NEW YORK Peter Coppola Salon Renee Patronik 746 Madison Ave. 212-988-9404 Our last colorist turned our hair a copper-penny brown that we never quite flipped...

The Rough Cut.(hair care)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... The Rough Cut Here's the long and short of it: one widely flattering, multilength haircut that has unlimited versatility. By Christian Wright Finally, a peace treaty with longtime warring factions that may actually stick: one between...

The Rough Cut.(hair care)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... The Rough Cut Here's the long and short of it: one widely flattering, multilength haircut that has unlimited versatility. By Christian Wright Here it is -- the haircut in all its natural glory. Underscoring its ease, Garren used little...

The Rough Cut.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... The Rough Cut Here's the long and short of it: one widely flattering, multilength haircut that has unlimited versatility. By Christian Wright Garren was thinking of Michelle Pfeiffer in Scarface when he created this style. (Makeup...

The Rough Cut.(hairdressing trends)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... The Rough Cut Here's the long and short of it: one widely flattering, multilength haircut that has unlimited versatility. By Christian Wright This latter-day beehive is an over-the-top illustration of the classic evening updo. But...

The Rough Cut.(hair care)
August 1, 2004... The Rough Cut Salon Speak The current buzzwords at the hair salon are "sexy," "natural movement," and "length." And, used correctly, they're the keys to explaining exactly the cut you want. * The emphasis now is on length from the...

The Rough Cut.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... The Rough Cut Behold, the love child of Jimmy Page and Julie Christie! Not really, but the voluminous, wavy style does have the air of "a '70s metal band, with all the glamour and fur pelts," Garren says. To get it, he rubbed Arielle...

Rays of Light.(hair care)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Rays of Light Caramel Colorists are turning their backs on a full head of streaks. "Highlighting around the crown, with the streaks progressively lighter as you move to the tips, is more flattering because that's where it occurs...

Rays of Light.(hair care)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Rays of Light The newest way with highlights is also the easiest, pouring a shot of brightness just where we need it most. By Theresa O'Rourke Colorists are fond of saying that highlights can create a "halo of light." If that's the...

Rays of Light.(hair care)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Rays of Light Cinnamon. Dark brunettes are a blessed and cursed lot. Darker hair reflects more light for high shine -- but it can also look inky. Gilbert suggests breaking the darkness up with rich cinnamon highlights. Darker hair can...

Rays of Light.(hair care)
August 1, 2004... Rays of Light Butter "Blondes have gotten so light that it's become a bit ridiculous," Johns says. But what bleach giveth, lowlights can taketh away. Break down all that solid gold with lowlights a shade or two darker underneath the...

Tress Management.(hair care)
August 1, 2004... Tress Management Only 8 percent of women say they're happy with their hair. (We suspect they're all professional stylists.) Here's help for the hair-impaired. By Jenny Bailly Every shampoo promises luster, body, and manageability....

Tress Management.(hair care)
August 1, 2004... Tress Management Shiny Happy Hair There's a fine line between glossiness and greasiness. Experts reveal their best tricks for giving hair a healthy-looking luster. * Brush up The "100 strokes a day" theory has long been dismissed...

Lock Star.(hairstylist Serge Normant )(Interview)
August 1, 2004... Lock Star He's Julia's mane man. And he's had brushes with Cameron and Beyonce. Serge Normant reveals a few of his best star hairstyles. By Danielle Pergament Hairstylist Serge Normant will never forget his first professional brush...

Lock Star.(Julia Roberts)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Lock Star Julia Roberts "Don't you just want to know this woman?" Normant asks. "I always want to look even closer at this picture because she's just the most beautiful woman I've ever seen. Julia's hair was quite long and blonde at...

Lock Star.(Cameron Diaz)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Lock Star Cameron Diaz "Cameron is very sexy and incredibly sensual in real life," Normant says. "I wanted that to come through in her hair, so it's at one moment both messy and structured. What I didn't want was an artsy, overworked...

Top 10 reasons To Call the Dermatologist.
August 1, 2004... Top 10 reasons To Call the Dermatologist She can zap a zit, fill a wrinkle, and stop fine lines in their tracks. A doctor can also give you samples and fine-tune your product stash. Why more and more women are making an appointment. By Cara...

True Colors.(makeup)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... True Colors The perfect runway face is not just a result of inspiration -- it's a collaboration, between makeup artist and fashion designer. By Dick Page When a designer and a makeup artist click, it's like champagne and caviar --...

True Colors.(clothing trends)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... True Colors The Winner Colors soft enough to go with the pale clothes Narciso and I took another look at the clothes -- which were mostly eggshell and taupe -- and realized that the makeup needed to be sheer. I lined the eyes...

Show Time.
August 1, 2004... Show Time Satin Jacket and Skirt Colors soft enough to go with the pale clothes Satin quilted jacket and satin-and-organza skirt by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche. Amethyst-and-gold bracelet by Fred Leighton. Quartz cuff by...

Show Time.(clothing trends)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Show Time This fall, clothes bask in public displays of attention. Slinky gowns, colorful jewels, and suits as sharp as a zoom lens Frances Rogers Little

Show Time.(clothing trends)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Show Time Bolero Jacket Black wool jacket with organza-and-chiffon trim, wool skirt with tulle-and-organza hem, and black-and-white cashmere sweater by Louis Vuitton. Black satin-and-mink sandals by Gucci. Gold-and-diamond rings by...

Show Time.(clothing trends)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Show Time Pleated Skirt Pleated Skirt Brown nylon jacket, pleated skirt, and cotton shoes by Prada. On him: Wool overcoat and trousers by Prada. Wool turtleneck by Banana Republic. Details, see Credits page. Frances Rogers Little

Show Time.(clothing trends)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Show Time Pleated Skirt Purple Fur Jacket Purple Fur Jacket Cowhide jacket with fox fur, acetate-and-ribbon skirt, suede booties, and canvas-velvet-and-crocodile bag by Gucci. Amethyst bracelet by Fred Leighton. Gold-diamond-and-ruby...

Show Time.
August 1, 2004... Show Time Boucle Coat Purple Fur Jacket Cowhide jacket with fox fur, acetate-and-ribbon skirt, suede booties, and canvas-velvet-and-crocodile bag by Gucci. Amethyst bracelet by Fred Leighton. Gold-diamond-and-ruby ring by Cartier....

Show Time.
August 1, 2004... Show Time Embroidered Dress Embroidered Dress Sequined silk tulle dress by Donna Karan Collection. Fox- fur capelet by Fury. Quartz-and-citrine ribbon bracelet and tigereye-and-bronze bracelet by Stephen Dweck. Satin clutch with...

Show Time.
August 1, 2004... Show Time Velvet Gown Velvet Gown Black gown by Giorgio Armani. Silver fox stole by Adrienne Landau. Garnet-and-diamond pendant on silk cord by Fred Leighton. Leather-and-diamond bracelet by VBH. Ruby-and-diamond ring and...

Show Time.
August 1, 2004... Show Time Long Vest Long Vest Black rabbit vest with ribbon tie and silk pants by Calvin Klein Collection. Garnet-and-diamond pendant by Fred Leighton. Leather gloves by LaCrasia. Suede booties by Gucci. On him: Cashmere turtleneck by...

Show Time.(clothing trends)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Show Time Sequined Gown Sequined Gown Sequined dress, mink jacket, silk shoes, and silk saddle bag by Dior by John Galliano. Gold-diamond-and-multistone bangle by Demner. Pearl-and-citrine ring by Dior Fine Jewelry. On him: Cotton...

Show Time.(clothing trends)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Show Time For sheer razzle-dazzle, it's hard to beat long, shimmery dresses and fat little furs. But evening has no monopoly on raciness. In the category of daytime drama, a satin suit with killer curves or a black wool coat spiked with...

hybrid theory.(clothing trends)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... hybrid theory Saucy sequins and restrained tweeds. Fishnets and floral prints. When designers play mix master, it's not what you wear; it's what you pair it with. A woman asks a lot of her clothes. They should play up her best...

hybrid theory.(clothing trends)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... hybrid theory Wool boucle jacket with fox- fur collar by Armani Collezioni. Satin dress by Dolce & Gabbana. Vintage silk scarf from The Family Jewels. Crystal brooch by R.J. Graziano. Python bag with rhinestone handle by Giorgio Armani....

hybrid theory.(clothing trends)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... hybrid theory Sequined silk tulle top, metallic wool tweed skirt, and leather pumps by Marc Jacobs. Velvet ribbon by Mokuba New York. Fur jacket by D&G Dolce & Gabbana. Vintage gold-and-amber cuff from The Family Jewels. Fishnets from...

hybrid theory.
August 1, 2004... hybrid theory Wool-mohair-and-nylon jacket, silk charmeuse skirt, and tights by Anna Sui. Sequined silk tank by DKNY. Wool scarf and ponyskin handbag by Dolce & Gabbana. Gold-and-Lucite belt and gold-and-crystal necklace by Erickson...

hybrid theory.(fashion)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... hybrid theory Sequined silk tulle cardigan by BCBG Max Azria Collection. Fox-fur collar by Behnaz Sarafpour. Wool tweed pants by City DKNY. Velvet ribbon by Mokuba New York. Leather pumps by Chanel. Gold- and-Lucite charm necklace by...

NATALIE would.(Natalie Portman)(Interview)
August 1, 2004... NATALIE would Natalie Portman's movies are adventurous, emotional, smart, and funny -- much like her real life. The actress weighs in on work, marriage, children, Zac Posen, and her one true indulgence. By Alexandra Jacobs The movie...

Private Eye.(What did you do on the limo ride here?)
August 1, 2004... Private Eye What did you do on the limo ride here? By Jeffrey Slonim Anything that happens behind the tinted windows of celebrity limos is certainly none of our business -- which is why we had to find out. At the Independent Spirit...