Allure articles from October 2008

Allure archives from October 2008

The Mail.(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2008... Spice of Life Could I possibly love Victoria Beckham more than I did when I was 16 and the Spice Girls were everywhere? Well, yes, I could. In "Through the Looking Glass" [August], she's charming, funny, and engaging--and the way she...

Inventions.
October 1, 2008... Byline: --KATE SULLIVAN Ralph Waldo Emerson said the secret to success was building a better mousetrap, a maxim the beauty industry has followed to glamorous (and sometimes disastrous) ends. Below, the most notable inventions to enter the...

Doctored Up.(Ellen Pompeo)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --HANNAH MORRILL Who? Ellen Pompeo. What? The October cover of allure , shot by Michael Thompson. When? June 13. Where? Lux Studio in New York City. Why? The Golden Globe-nominated actress is starring in the fifth season of Grey's...

Testing, Testing.(personal care products)(Product/service evaluation)
October 1, 2008... Byline: Alyssa Kolsky Hertzig For five months, thousands of products flood into allure for Best of Beauty consideration. Here's how we pick the winners. T he American woman has an average of 4.5 products in her shower. At the height of...

More Is Less.(cosmetics industry)(Editorial)
October 1, 2008... Byline: Linda Wells, Editor in Chief Every spring, I turn over my bathroom and my pores to allure' s Best of Beauty testing. I expect no pity: I get to try $200 firming creams, scrubs of every flavor on each limb, and more perfumes than...

Slick Hair.(hairstyles)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --VICTORIA KIRBY Runway hairstylists created tight, glossy ponytails and buns reminiscent of a Robert Palmer video that proved to be simply irresistible for fall. "With these styles, your face is totally exposed, which is sexy in a...

Editors' Favorites.(personal care products)(Buyers guide)
October 1, 2008... A puffy-eye fix, one skin-softening scrub, and blush that really rocks. Get more daily favorites on allure.com. Biore Enliven Cooling Eye Gel. If you don't want to bother with cucumber slices, this lightweight gel deflates puffy eyes...

Hayley Atwell.(interview)(Interview)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --HANNAH MORRILL Named after British actress Hayley Mills, Hayley Atwell grew up going to the theater and idolizing Dame Judi Dench. After starring as Julia Flyte in Brideshead Revisited, she will seduce Keira Knightley and Ralph...

Sugar And Spice.(Ralph Lauren's new fragrance, Notorious)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --KAYLEIGH DONAHUE Give us a stressful day or a broken heart, and a little chocolate goes a long way. The same rule applies to Ralph Lauren's new fragrance, Notorious, which blends chocolate cosmos (a cocoa-scented flower) with...

Building Arches.(eyebrows extension)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --JILL SCHUCK TAYLOR The only cure for overplucked eyebrows used to be time and a well-sharpened brow pencil--but no more. Some salons, including LuxLash in Boston and the Retreat on Larimer in Denver, are offering brow extensions...

Deep Purple.(the color purple and skin color)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --LIANA SCHAFFNER Though the craze for black polish has subsided a bit, we're not exactly entering an age of enlightenment. This fall, the hot color is deep, shimmery purple. "Purple is more glamorous than edgy," says manicurist...

Holding Strong.(Intelligent Nutrients Certified Organic Perfect Hold Hair Spray)(Product/service evaluation)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --ELLEN MILLER WHAT IT IS: Intelligent Nutrients Certified Organic Perfect Hold Hair Spray. WHAT IT DOES: Sets hair with a flexible finish, using 100 percent USDA-certified organic ingredients. WHAT'S IN IT: Acacia gum, grain...

Free Stuff.
October 1, 2008... Byline: --JENNIFER KASS These products aren't available in stores until next month, but the first 500 allure readers to sign up at noon EDT on the dates below will get one free. Log on to allure.com/freestuff for details. OCTOBER 1...

Spin Off.(Kranking, a type of body workout)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --ELLEN MILLER Johnny G., the inventor of Spinning, is at it again, rolling out a new upper-body workout called Kranking, which uses hand-powered pedals to boost your heart rate and strengthen your chest, back, and arms. "It works...

Making Waves.(Kate Hudson)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --AS TOLD TO ALYSSA KOLSKY HERTZIG Let the tabloids scrutinize Kate Hudson's love life--we just want to know about that hair. Since we're pretty sure no one wakes up with waves that perfectly imperfect, we asked the actress, who...

In The Pink.(personal care products)(Buyers guide)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --STEPHANIE TWEITO JACOB Just as candy gets repackaged for Halloween, some of the best beauty products are made over at this time of year, too. But instead of going orange and black, they turn pink--and then donate a portion of...

Lip Balm.(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --KATE SULLIVAN Desserts are better when they're rich, and so are lip balms. Rhode Islanders look for sun protection, Texans like a sweet taste, and in Arizona they want rosy color. Bobbi Brown Tinted Lip Balm in Golden Pink...

Beyond Obsession.(Calvin Klein Obsession)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --HANNAH MORRILL Calvin Klein Obsession epitomized the 1980s power scent. The new version modernizes it--without diluting its sexy edge. We asked Eva Mendes, star of the current ad campaign, and fragrance consultant Ann Gottlieb...

Final Touches.(Delfinocares' collection of makeup designed for the dead)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --DANIELLE PERGAMENT We may say we want to look drop-dead gorgeous, but one Japanese company is doing it--literally. Delfinocares, a cosmetics line created with makeup artist Kotoko Sato, is specifically designed to be used on the...

Greatest Hits.(Usher)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --VICTORIA KIRBY When creating his new fragrances, UR for Men and UR for Women, Usher did his homework. The R&B star sent early samples of the freesia-jasmine-and-honeysuckle women's scent to some friends named Oprah Winfrey and...

Smell This: Mr. Clean.(Prada Infusion d'Homme, spa)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --NATALIE TOREN Cleanliness was one of Benjamin Franklin's "13 virtues," and Prada Infusion d'Homme takes it to heart, blending vetiver and iris to evoke "stepping out of a fresh shower." We asked guys at Okeanos Spa in New York...

Double Agents.(L'Oreal Paris)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --HANNAH MORRILL Men may not be multitaskers--except with that bar of Irish Spring on their body and hair. A new crop of products offers more than just efficiency. L'Oreal Paris Vive Pro for Men Hair & Body Wash, Sephora Men Shower...

Autumn Essentials.(skin care)
October 1, 2008... Byline: Abbie Kozolchyk Cold-weather updates to your skin, hair, and makeup. It may be human nature to resist change, but Mother Nature doesn't really have time for such nonsense. The weather shifts this time of year whether we like it...

Food Hot List.(grooming of chefs and television hosts)
October 1, 2008... Sparkly jewelry, heatproof makeup, and rich, seductive dishes--eight stylish foodies share their all-time favorite temptations for fall. Padma Lakshmi, Top Chef host; cookbook author Braised beef with tomato and cumin. "This recipe...

Power Players.(clothing industry)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: Michael Carl When I think of the 1980s, the word "subtle" doesn't exactly come to mind: The hair was high, the shoulders were wide, and the models were super. Designers are now exploring the business end of the decade by paying...

Blake Lively.
October 1, 2008... Byline: --KATE SULLIVAN She may star in the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants movies, but Blake Lively has the distinct fashion advantage of never really having been a "tween star." That, combined with the precocious aesthetic of Gossip...

Ultra Violet.(women's clothing)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Rich shades of plum turn fall basics into regal beauties. VERSACE rayon nylon spandex dress, $4,100 (888-721-7219). JODI ARNOLD silk georgette dress with taffeta bow, $638 (jodiarnoldnyc.com). CHARLES DAVID leather-and-metal bag,...

Deep Impact.(wristwatches)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... With oversize faces and thick rubber straps, these watches are part couture, part Cousteau. TAG HEUER stainless steel watch, $2,500 (tagheuer.com). MOVADO stainless steel watch with ThermoResin strap, $800 (888-4-MOVADO). BULGARI...

Cult Object.(women's shoes designed by Miuccia Prada)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: ELLEN MILLER Miuccia Prada was inspired by running shoes when she designed these peep-toes for Miu Miu's fall collection, but we think there was also something aquatic swimming around in her head. The hand-sewn paillettes glimmer...

How To Dress For Dinner Out.(Tory Burch)(Interview)
October 1, 2008... Byline: INTERVIEWS BY ELLEN MILLER, EMILY HSIEH, BROOKE LE POER TRENCH, DANIELLE PERGAMENT, AND SARAH VAN BOVEN Expert tips on serving great cocktails, caring for a handbag, finding a nutritionist, and more. An Interview With Tory...

How To Arrange Your Bathroom.(Delphine Krakoff)(Interview)
October 1, 2008... Byline: INTERVIEWS BY ELLEN MILLER, EMILY HSIEH, BROOKE LE POER TRENCH, DANIELLE PERGAMENT, AND SARAH VAN BOVEN Expert tips on serving great cocktails, caring for a handbag, finding a nutritionist, and more. An Interview With Delphine...

Blame It On Biology.(Jena Pincott's 'Do Gentlemen Really Prefer Blondes?: Bodies, Behavior, and Brains - The Science Behind Sex, Love, and Attraction')(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: NATALIE TOREN We don't think twice about making good use of perfume, heels, and highlights, but scientists are taking a second look at the methods we use to entice and seduce. In Do Gentlemen Really Prefer Blondes? Bodies,...

How To Care For A Handbag.
October 1, 2008... Byline: INTERVIEWS BY ELLEN MILLER, EMILY HSIEH, BROOKE LE POER TRENCH, DANIELLE PERGAMENT, AND SARAH VAN BOVEN Expert tips on serving great cocktails, caring for a handbag, finding a nutritionist, and more. An Interview With Cameron...

Political Face.(Lois Cassano)(Interview)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: ELIZABETH ANGELL When cameras first rolled on the Senate floor in 1986, Alabama senator Howell Heflin said, "I see a little better grooming. Some might even be trying a little powder." Makeup artist Lois Cassano began applying...

How To Stock A Home Bar.(Philip Ward)(Interview)
October 1, 2008... Byline: INTERVIEWS BY ELLEN MILLER, EMILY HSIEH, BROOKE LE POER TRENCH, DANIELLE PERGAMENT, AND SARAH VAN BOVEN Expert tips on serving great cocktails, caring for a handbag, finding a nutritionist, and more. An Interview With Philip...

Pieces Of Flair.(Isaac Mizrahi's book, 'How to Have Style')(Interview)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: ELIZABETH ANGELL Style always seemed like something you're either born with or not. But in his new book, How to Have Style (Gotham Books), designer Isaac Mizrahi says that personal flair just requires a little effort. Do you...

How To Find A Nutritionist.(Susan Bowerman)(Interview)
October 1, 2008... Byline: INTERVIEWS BY ELLEN MILLER, EMILY HSIEH, BROOKE LE POER TRENCH, DANIELLE PERGAMENT, AND SARAH VAN BOVEN Expert tips on serving great cocktails, caring for a handbag, finding a nutritionist, and more. An Interview With Susan...

Ask allure.(on nail polish)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: Dermatologist Richard K. Scher Q: I have weak nails. Do paint-on nail strengtheners really help? --Carla, Los Angeles SCHER'S RESPONSE: If your nails break, peel, or split, it means they're dehydrated. Nail polish of any kind...

How To Be Late (But Not Rude).
October 1, 2008... Byline: INTERVIEWS BY ELLEN MILLER, EMILY HSIEH, BROOKE LE POER TRENCH, DANIELLE PERGAMENT, AND SARAH VAN BOVEN Expert tips on serving great cocktails, caring for a handbag, finding a nutritionist, and more. An Interview With Amy Sacco...

Olympic Feats.(Nail Olympics in Japan)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: KATE SULLIVAN The Beijing Olympics may be over, but the competition for nail technicians is still under way, with the Nail Olympics in Japan this fall and the Nailympics next May in England. Events test basic skills such as...

Band Class.(on headbands)
October 1, 2008... Byline: Chris McMillan Headbands have been a hairstyle for centuries, so it's hard to call them a trend. Their appeal is that they work on all hair types; no one can really mess the look up; and, with a little bit of creativity and...

Obstacle Course.(weight loss)
October 1, 2008... Byline: Cara Litke In The Little Engine That Could, the train makes it up the mountain by repeating, "I think I can." Kathleen McNary, Heather Allison, and Deidre Sully are just as determined after backtracking from time to time. Now...

The Italian Job.(Giorgio Armani)
October 1, 2008... Byline: Amy Keller Laird Giorgio Armani is famous for elegant tailoring and minimalist designs. He now explains why simplicity is just as important in beauty. In 1976, Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak formed Apple, Nadia Comaneci scored...

Urge Overkill.
October 1, 2008... Byline: Meghan Daum Obsession is part of human nature. But new technology, celebrity worship, and a culture of addiction could be turning us into stalkers. What I lack in hobbies and sports, I more than make up for in obsessions. I...

Body Rebuilding.(on breast reconstruction and breast cancer)
October 1, 2008... Byline: Judith Newman Every year, thousands of women trade in their breasts for new ones--hoping not just to look their best, but also to live their longest. Stephanie Dziekan looked at her breasts. They were healthy, petite, lovely....

Beauty Rx.(personal care products for cancer patients)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --LAUREN COHEN These products can help cancer patients look and feel better. CAPTION(S): Skyn Iceland Angelica Lip Repair. Heals chapped lips, a possible side effect of cancer treatment, with shea butter. The Organic...

Scissor Sister.(Dee Adames)(Interview)
October 1, 2008... Byline: Cara Litke Winning the reality show Shear Genius gave Dee Adames a shot at styling hair for these pages--and telling her own story. Unless they're on PBS, reality shows aren't exactly known for enlightening viewers. But the...

The Big Breakthroughs.(personal care products)(Product/service evaluation)
October 1, 2008... Byline: Brooke Le Poer Trench This year, new ingredients prevent frizz, keep lips glossy for hours, and fight lines and wrinkles. I n a laboratory just outside of Basel, Switzerland, a woman removes all her makeup and steps into a...

Body News.(premenstrual syndrome, cancer)
October 1, 2008... Byline: Kristin Sainani 158% higher rates of melanoma occurred in women who had used tanning beds once a month in their 20s compared with those who had not. --Journal of the National Cancer Institute Longer, Healthier Sleep ...

Mood News.(on consumer behavior and job interviews)
October 1, 2008... Byline: Lois B. Morris Hungry Shoppers When people's appetites are stimulated, they tend to make choices based on immediate gratification rather than long-term gain, studies at the National University of Singapore have found. Marketing...

Food News.
October 1, 2008... Byline: Christine M. Palumbo 78% more Americans reported consuming low-calorie, sugar-free foods and drinks in 2007 than in 1993. --Calorie Control Council Dieting With Soy Milk Skim milk has been touted as a weight-loss aid for...

The Best And The Brightest.(spas and salons)(Directory)
October 1, 2008... Byline: Liana Schaffner Beauty's biggest superstars from Manhattan to Melrose Place. HAIRCUT New York GARREN NEW YORK, Garren. His flawless cuts set trends and start modeling careers. Price: $700. Address: 781 Fifth Ave....

2008: The Year In Beauty.
October 1, 2008... Byline: David DeNicolo Ladies First [euro] Looking Smart [euro] In Memoriam [euro] The Next Big Thing? [euro] Finishing Touches The Style Networks [euro] Real Housewives of Schleicher County [euro] Talking Pretty [euro] High Brows M...

Best Of Beauty.(beauty products)
October 1, 2008... Byline: Cara Litke PHOTOGRAPHED BY MARIO TESTINO If winning isn't everything, why keep score? The saying applies to more than just sports. We tested thousands of beauty products to find our 182 undisputed champions. LIPS Finding a...

Rough & Tumble.(Eugene Souleiman)
October 1, 2008... Byline: Victoria Kirby PHOTOGRAPHED BY MICHAEL THOMPSON This fall, the hottest hairstyles are truly wild (and sometimes even a little crazy). Eugene Souleiman explains the art of the tease. "I like imperfect hair, hair you're not afraid...

Coat Check.(buyers' guide)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: PHOTOGRAPHED BY REGAN CAMERON FRANCES LITTLE Plush and plummy. Structured and steely. Strictly minimal or drop-dead overdone. Here, the long and short of all of our favorite fall coats. The freshest new coats exaggerate for...

Detox Diets.
October 1, 2008... Byline: Rory Evans PHOTOGRAPHED BY ILAN RUBIN Juice fasts were once nothing more than glorified starvation diets--far from healthy, let alone safe. But the new cleanses are energizing, slimming, and relatively satisfying--as well as hugely...

Super Soaker?(Ina Crystals bath salts)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Byline: --ROBYN BROWN Pushing a beauty product that uses crystals as the active ingredient sounds like one step from conversations with your spirit guide. And London makeup artist Mary Vango and perfumer Azzi Glasser don't exactly dispel...

A Brief Analysis Of Ellen Pompeo.(Interview)
October 1, 2008... Byline: Rebecca Mead PHOTOGRAPHED BY MICHAEL THOMPSON The Grey's Anatomy actress pays homage to Shirley MacLaine's personas from the film What a Way to Go! --dressed in the best fall fashions. Ellen Pompeo stands in the lobby of the...

Master List.(cosmetics)(Buyers guide)
October 1, 2008... To track down all the Best of Beauty and Breakthrough products that won this year, tear out these pages--or log on to allure.com/masterlist. LIPS LIPSTICK Chanel Rouge Hydrabase Creme Lipstick in Vamp, $27, Nordstrom...

Horoscope.
October 1, 2008... Byline: BY CHRISTOPHER RENSTROM Mars forms its last sextile to Pluto in Sagittarius on the 1st, and that acceptance letter or approval you campaigned so hard for comes with it. There may be last-minute complications on the 15th (when...

Fashion Credits.(personal care products)(Buyers guide)
October 1, 2008... Cover: Versace beaded silk dress, $18,145. 888-721-7219. Cover Look, Page 62: Versace beaded silk dress, $18,145. 888-721-7219. Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci georgette blouse, $3,345. Barneys New York, N.Y.C. 212-826-8900. M&J Trimming polyester...

What Is Your Bedtime Ritual?
October 1, 2008... Byline: Jeffrey Slonim PHOTOGRAPHED BY PATRICK McMULLAN Most people have moved beyond warm milk and Goodnight Moon: Some of us sip Bedtime Tea and watch The Daily Show; others need something a bit stronger to help them nod off--say, Ambien...