Allure articles from September 2004

Allure archives from September 2004

Mail.(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... Mail The Skinny on Kate I saw your cover of Kate Hudson [July]. She's gorgeous and a great actress. However, you describe her as "voluptuous." Kate is one of the thinnest role models in our society! "Voluptuous" is one of the only words...

Cover Look.(Kirsten Dunst)
September 1, 2004... Cover Look She's a Natural Who? Kirsten Dunst. What? The September cover of Allure, shot by Michael Thompson. Where? At Smashbox Studios in Los Angeles. The actress drove to the shoot in her black BMW SUV. When? May 20. Why? This month...

letter from the editor: september '04.
September 1, 2004... All-American Beauty I got an urgent phone call from the Clinton White House one day in 1993. My assistant looked ashen as she told me who was on the line. A spokesman for the President had a few issues to discuss about an article I'd...

Beauty Reporter.(skin care treatment)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Beauty Reporter Tenacious Lip Gloss * The Hottest Nail Color * A Controversial Skin Firmer the scoop A new spot treatment claims it can clear up zits overnight. Find out whether it performs on page 72. 47% of women see signs of...

Beauty Reporter.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Beauty Reporter Editor's Favorites Dove Essential Nutrients Daily Exfoliating Cleanser. Soft microbeads slough off dead skin cells as mild lather removes dirt and oil (but not moisture) from your face. $6.49; dove.com. Beauty...

Beauty Reporter.(Joss Stone clothing accessories)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... allure's face Baby Blues Baby Blues Neither pop-tart like Hilary Duff nor pop-rebel like Avril Lavigne, 17-year-old Joss Stone is going her own way. After appearing on a BBC talent show, she won a record contract, performed on VH1...

Beauty Reporter.(hair and skin care tips)
September 1, 2004... 5 Top Tips french twist We've often wondered how a tornado of hair and bobby pins can end up as a streamlined French twist. Orlando Pita, who wound the sleek updos at Celine, unravels the mystery. Start with unwashed hair. "When hair...

Beauty Reporter.(Givenchy makeup products)(Essie nail polish removers)(Avon Anew wrinke free creams)
September 1, 2004... nice package comeback kit Fashion is nothing if not fickle. Take Givenchy's makeup line: It first debuted in 1989, was relaunched five years ago, then disappeared from U.S. shelves two years later. Now fans can cancel their trips to...

Beauty Reporter.(cosmetic brushes for better makeup results)(L'Oreal Serie shampoo and conditioners)(Reality Check new fragrance)
September 1, 2004... Power Tool Creme Fresh When it comes to blush, most women have the rules down pat: a brush for powders and a fingertip for creams. Now some cosmetics companies are offering a cheeky alternative -- creating special brushes for their...

Beauty Reporter: Beauty 101.(eyebrows trimming)
September 1, 2004... Full Brows Define and thicken brows in three easy steps. By Cara Birnbaum You'd think the trendsetters of the world were hatching some evil plot, the way they declare a fondness for thin brows one month and thick ones the next. If you...

Fashion Bulletin.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Fashion Bulletin The New Tweed * Pearl Culture * Caddy Chic Boy Story Sometimes even this red-hot mama wants to simmer down. That's why I'm excited to see the feminine/masculine look return for fall -- I can't wear vintage gowns...

Fashion Bulletin.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... fashionscoop Caddy Chic Caddy Chic The club scene that usually inspires John Galliano isn't of the "country" variety. This summer, however, the Dior designer has taken on the polo shirts and argyle sweaters of golf. But this isn't the...

Insider Guide.(How to Crack Dress Codes)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Insider's Guide How to get the perfect haircut, quit gnawing your nails, order a cocktail, and more. How to Crack Dress Codes By Kate Spade Accessories and home designer Spade is the author of the etiquette books Occasions, Style,...

Insider Guide.
September 1, 2004... Insider's Guide Etiquette How to Stop biting your nails By Ji Baek The owner of New York City's Rescue Beauty Lounges, manicurist Baek started Nail Biters Anonymous (NBA), a 12-week support program. I've found that nail-biters are...

Insider Guide.
September 1, 2004... Insider's Guide office How to promote yourself at work By Peggy Klaus Klaus, the author of Brag! The Art of Tooting Your Own Horn Without Blowing It (Warner Business), has coached many Fortune 500 executives. Bragging is a form of...

Insider Guide.(haircuts)
September 1, 2004... Insider's Guide service How to get the haircut you want By Edward Tricomi Tricomi is the co-owner of the Warren-Tricomi salon in New York City. Most salons are like Broadway productions; there's a lot of drama and ego. As a result,...

Insider Guide.(bartenders relationship management )(style trends)
September 1, 2004... Insider's Guide social life How to order a drink at a Bar By Brendan Cawley Cawley is the bartender and bar manager at Marquee in New York City. Making customers happy is our goal, but communication is a give-and-take. Think of it as...

Insiders' Guide: dick's journal.
September 1, 2004... She's a Lady Ladylike makeup is one of those things that can make women cringe -- caked foundation, harsh red lips, and graphic black eyeliner, yuck. But when Marc Jacobs told me that he wanted the models at his fall show to look like...

beautiful people.(personal trainer Gregory Joujon-Roche)
September 1, 2004... Natural Wonder If gyms existed where Gregory Joujon-Roche grew up, he wasn't aware of them. He was too busy riding his Spider surfboard along the shores of Kauai, Hawaii. "I was running around the beach from age one, and surfing, hiking,...

Total Makeover.
September 1, 2004... Face Time For the past eight months, Sasha Charnin Morrison and Abigail Einstein have been working overtime on their exercise and diet programs, but their schedules don't leave a lot of room for primping. Both women were eager to swap a...

Total Makeover.(Makeup Lesson)
September 1, 2004... Makeup Lesson Lobell's tips on refreshing your look Take a trial run "Resist the impulse buy. Get your makeup done at the store, then walk outside, and see how you like it a few hours later. Always ask for samples, and bring your most...

the pursuit of happiness.
September 1, 2004... the pursuit of happiness There are proven medical benefits to being optimistic. But if you're not naturally happy, can you will yourself to have a better attitude? By Andrew Solomon The reality is that whatever we do we will all die;...

The secrets of The Swan.(reality TV program)
September 1, 2004... The secrets of The Swan In transforming average-looking women into beauty-pageant contestants, The Swan captivated viewers -- and horrified critics. But what happened offscreen was just as riveting. By Joan Kron On the day of the Swan...

Health: Mood News.
September 1, 2004... 50% or more of insomnia cases are related to anxiety, psychological stress, or depression. -- Sleep Disorders journal Acupuncture For Insomnia For those who habitually lie awake worrying -- experts call it anxious insomnia --...

Health: SCALPEL news.
September 1, 2004... Wrinkle Relief The safety and effectiveness of Botox have made the muscle-numbing, wrinkle-smoothing shots the most popular cosmetic procedure in the United States. Last year, doctors administered 2.8 million treatments -- many of them...

Directory.(Directory)
September 1, 2004... Skin Savers The best facial treatments from Broadway to Beverly Hills. NEW YORK Jo Malone Andrea DiSimone 949 Broadway 212-673-2220 We were so eager to see DiSimone that we mistakenly arrived two days early. Handpicked by Jo Malone to...

FALLlineup.(makeup tips)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... FALL lineup Who needs gray and gloom? Washes of color that are sexy, sheer -- and even bright -- replace burnished makeup this fall. Go ahead, lighten up. By Jenny Bailly Some women refuse to accept the pesky inconveniences of the...

FALLlineup.(makeup tips)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... FALL lineup Russet Lips Russet Lips Rust isn't a common lipstick color, and that's part of its quirky charm. Think of it as bronze crossed with copper. * If a heavy coat of rust feels too intense, try a gloss. "You'll still get the...

FALLlineup.(cosmetics)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... FALL lineup Coffee Shadow Coffee Shadow You know those people who say, "Brown is the new black"? Yes, they're annoying. But they're also onto something this season -- especially when it comes to eye makeup. * Look for colors with a...

FALLlineup.(makeup tips)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... FALL lineup Plum Wash Plum Wash Plum is a fall perennial -- and that's a good thing. This season the shades are sheer and vary from grape to full-on fig. * On the eyes, shades that are more blue than red complement pale skin, while...

FALLlineup.(makeup tips for orange shades)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... FALL lineup Apricot Accents Apricot Accents The current shade of orange combines the best of summer corals with the flattering hues of the pumpkin patch. * Orange blush is a great pick-me-up. Peach is best for pale complexions, while...

FALLlineup.(gold eyeshadows makeup tips)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... FALL lineup Gold Highlights Gold Highlights The new gold eye shadows are made of the most minuscule granules, giving the color unexpected refinement. * Women with medium or dark skin can go for the gold. On women with very pale skin,...

FALLlineup.(cosmetics)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... FALL lineup Honey Glow Beige is shaking the blahs and looking more like honey than putty. Rich caramel tones are the ideal, but avoid brown. * Beige makeup should never be so matte that it's mistaken for concealer. For lips, use a...

FALLlineup.(cosmetics)
September 1, 2004... FALL lineup Blue Liner A bold blue liner is tempered with a hint of silver shadow. Estee Lauder eye pencil in Iris Writer (1), Kevyn Aucoin The White Liquid Shimmer (2), Dior eye-shadow duo in #175 (3), Rimmel Extreme Definition...

FALLlineup.(cosmetics)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... FALL lineup Wine Lips Wine Lips Every fall, cosmetics companies break out the Beaujolais Nouveau. This year's vintage is a friendlier version with an application technique that is also more gentle. "Concentrate the color on the center...

Bedroom Hair.(Hairstyles)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Bedroom Hair Those tousled strands, those tumbling pieces, the lush, touchable excess of it all...sexy hair comes naturally after an active night. But, like other things, it's also easy to fake. By Lindsy Van Gelder If there were a...

Bedroom Hair.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Bedroom Hair Down and flirty Long, loose waves are the classic boudoir style. Getting the waves themselves is the easy part, according to Boissinot, who created these with hot rollers. The hardest thing is making hair feel...

Bedroom Hair.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Bedroom Hair Swept away Nothing is more flirtatious than hair that's barely restrained by a few pins, as it is on the far right. Spillover is essential; it's OK and indeed the whole point if some pieces from the top fall out, says...

Bedroom Hair.
September 1, 2004... Bedroom Hair Sex Tips For Hair There are different curls for different girls. "You have to experiment," says Jimmy Paul. "If you have hard-to-hold hair, Velcro rollers might be better than an iron, and if Velcro rollers don't do...

Bedroom Hair.
September 1, 2004... Bedroom Hair Lessons in Dishevelment Curling irons can be intimidating (after all, they can get as hot as a blacksmith's tongs and look like the sex toy from hell). We offer operation instructions: * To avoid sausage ringlets, use an...

Bedroom Hair.(hairdressing methods)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Bedroom Hair Big Tease It's true that Brigitte Bardot never had short hair -- but that doesn't mean that chin-length styles can't be sexy. The key is not letting it turn into a big round bush. Paul suggests curling just the ends and...

Body Deceptions.(lies dieters use to fool themselves)
September 1, 2004... Body Deceptions We hate to break it to you, but frozen yogurt isn't "mostly air" and lounging in the sauna doesn't count as a trip to the gym. Little lies can make a big impact on your bottom line. By Cara Birnbaum You rolled your...

What Lies Beneath.(lies examined)
September 1, 2004... What Lies Beneath We hate to break it to you, but frozen yogurt isn't "mostly air" and lounging in the sauna doesn't count as a trip to the gym. Little lies can make a big impact on your bottom line. By Cara Birnbaum You rolled your...

What Lies Beneath.(cosmetic peels)
September 1, 2004... What Lies Beneath At the Dermatologist's Office Dermatologists are free to drop more acid than a hippie at Woodstock. "Office peels can boast up to a 70 percent concentration of glycolic acid," says Lawrence Bass, codirector of the...

What Lies Beneath.(cosmetic peels)
September 1, 2004... What Lies Beneath Home improvement At-home peels are to office peels what a local 5k race is to the New York City marathon: less glory, but rewarding nonetheless. "[At-home peels] can provide some benefits; the skin will look cleaner...

Risky Business.(fashion trends)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Tie Blouse Tie Blouse Silk top, leather skirt, leather belt, leather bag, and leather pumps by Marc Jacobs. Gold watch by Gucci. Plastic glasses (on desk) by Paul Smith Spectacles. Makeup colors: Indian Summer eye shadow, Bitter Sweet...

Risky Business.(fashion trends)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Risky Business There are reasons to keep your day job: Clingy knits, cinched suits, necklaces that dangle between work and play. File these looks under "Bombshell." Tie Blouse Silk top, leather skirt, leather belt, leather bag, and...

Risky Business.(fashion trends)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Checked Sheath Black-and-white wool dress and cream cashmere cardigan by Versace. Snakeskin- and-leather pumps and crystal brooch by Dolce & Gabbana. Stainless-steel-and-mother-of-pearl watch by Movado. Details, see Credits page.

Risky Business.(fashion trends)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Flared Skirt Silk chiffon blouse and leather-and-Lycra skirt by Zac Posen. Gold pendant on suede string and gold ring with aventurine cabochon by Faraone Mennella. Suede-python-and-brocade sandals by Miu Miu. Makeup colors: Chocolate...

Risky Business.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Oversize Houndstooth Cotton black-and-white suit and Lucite brooch by Chanel. Stainless-steel-and-mother- of-pearl watch by Movado. Details, see Credits page.

Risky Business.(fashion trends)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Sharp Suit Black wool silk jacket and skirt by Ralph Lauren Collection. Austrian crystal brooches by R.J. Graziano. Glass-pearl- and-chiffon necklace on black organza ribbon by Roxanne Assoulin for Lee Angel. Stockings by Donna Karan...

Risky Business.(fashion trends)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Metallic Tweed Jacket Wool tweed jacket by Alexander McQueen. Gold-and-amber brooch by Dolce & Gabbana. Makeup colors: Mocha Lights eye-shadow quad, Berry Sorbet blush, and Plumsicle lipstick by Maybelline New York. Details, see Credits...

Risky Business.
September 1, 2004... Belted Blazer Gray alpaca cashmere nylon suit, cashmere vest, leather belt, and gray crocodile bag by Dolce & Gabbana. White-gold-and-pave-diamond necklace by Bulgari. Black leather gloves by LaCrasia Gloves. Plastic sunglasses (on purse)...

Risky Business.
September 1, 2004... Risky Business There's a steamy Seven Sisters look to this fall's suit dressing: knee-grazing skirts, fitted jackets, and the sorts of trimmings -- fur collars and reptilian bags -- that define pomp and propriety. The part that gets you to...

Scents of Possibility.(perfumes)
September 1, 2004... Scents of Possibility A favorite perfume can make a woman feel more courageous, more attractive, more at ease. Four writers reflect on the scents that have shaped their lives. the sweet smell of excess By Jenny Bicks E.B. White once...

Knit Wit.(fashion trends)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Knit Wit Designers are weaving sultry details into fall's sweaters. From knots to brooches, these looks are anything but demure. Only a small percentage of women (the kind who wear bullet bras) actually manage to look provocative in...

Knit Wit.(fashion trends)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Knit Wit Fuchsia-dyed fox-fur jacket by Adrienne Landau for Anna Sui. Sequin-trimmed beige wool angora cardigan by Tracy Reese. Copper silk charmeuse tank by Max Studio. White-and-fuchsia silk scarf by Chanel. Diamond-and-gold watch by...

Knit Wit.(fashion trends)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Knit Wit Cashmere cardigan with brooches, velvet skirt, eel handbag with gold chain, and tights by Dolce & Gabbana. Diamond-and-sapphire, diamond-and-ruby, and diamond-and-emerald rings by Fred Leighton. Makeup colors: Plum, Brownie, and...

Knit Wit.(fashion trends)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Knit Wit Cashmere sweater, gold flower brooch, and silk georgette blouse with neck bow by Vera Wang. Makeup colors: Espresso and Blonde eyeliners, Terrarose blush, and Crystal Clear lip gloss by Elizabeth Arden. Details, see Credits page.....

GOLDENGIRL.(Kirsten Dunst)(Interview)
September 1, 2004... GOLDEN GIRL The 22-year-old actress talks about obsessed fans, romance, flirting, and the dark side of growing up in the spotlight. By Kevin Sessums Kirsten Dunst, true to form, doesn't like taking a back seat to anyone. We're being...

Private Eye.(What do you wear when you fly?)
September 1, 2004... Private Eye What do you wear when you fly? By Jeffrey Slonim Flight attendants have to patrol the aisles in poly-blend suits. But jet-setting stars get to recline in comfort far away from worries about in-and-out lists. At the...