Marie Claire articles from August 2004

Marie Claire archives from August 2004

Editor's note.(Editorial)
August 1, 2004... WHAT'S THE BEST THING about being Marie Claire's guest, editor-in-chief?. Talking about the stuff that means the most to me. We're facing an election in a couple of months, and now is the time for all of us to think about the issues. This...

Meet the guest editors. (behind the scenes.(Editorial)
August 1, 2004... We had little help for this issue--specifically, 24 additional pairs of hands. Pros in their fields (whether in beauty, fashion, health, or entertainment), our guest editors put their own stamps throughout these pages. Herewith, the...

"I pull my hair out, too".(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2004... Thank you for "I Can't Stop Pulling Out My Hair!" (May 2004). I have done this for eight years, and it's such a relief to realize that 1 am not the only one. I never knew the name for my condition and had never thought about getting help; 1...

Bare necessities?(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2004... I was disgusted with "Why Is This Woman Naked?" (May 2004). It's not necessary to feature women who are proud of having multiple sexual affairs while married, or who flaunt their nude bodies in public. I support women's rights, but we move...

Thanks, Marie Claire!(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2004... I am a graduate student specializing in international women's and human-rights issues. Every single hot-button issue that we look at, from dowry death ("How Much Is This Bride's Life Worth?" May 2004) to self-immolation ("Why Did This Woman Set...

Happy hue.(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2004... I am extremely happy with your magazine's use of darker-hued models in your main Fashion layouts. Being a woman of darker hue myself, I appreciate your representation and hope you continue to show all types of women, both in layouts and on the...

No pain, no loss!(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2004... I was appalled by "I Gained 40 Pounds to Lose 100" (May 2004). This woman needs serious mental help. I also come from an obese family. I am 5'9" and 215 pounds, and I struggle each day with weight loss, but I've promised myself that I will eat...

The short of it.(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2004... I just bought your May 2004 issue because it was called "The Hair Issue." I was extremely disappointed that there was no mention of short hair. EDITOR'S NOTE: We don't always do stories specifically about short hair, but we regularly...

Moore beautiful than ever.(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2004... Your May 2004 cover shot of Mandy Moore is the most beautiful of any issue I have ever seen. I've been a subscriber for a long time, and you truly outdid yourself with that picture!

The French are right!(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2004... At last! "Can You Lose Weight on a Diet of Baguettes, Butter & Booze?" (May 2004) reveals what's really wrong with the American diet, and why so many of us are fat. We don't eat real food! People are always amazed at how I stay so thin, but my...

"I believe in magic".(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2004... The article "Could You Live By The Magic 8 Ball?" (May 2004) by Patrice Adcroft was just terrific. Very well written and humorous. Thanks for the great magazine--I always enjoy it! Maggie Johnson WEST SALEM, OH

Free for you.(exclusives)
August 1, 2004... Win fashion & beauty worth almost $5000 from top celebrity lines. Heidi Klum Heidi Klum Collection by Mouawad Sport this 18K-white-gold bracelet, with pave sapphire and diamond clover charms. 1 Prize worth $2500 Celine Dion Parfum...

Summer-to-fall style tips from Redken.(haute stuff)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... The latest fashion and hair tips will keep you cool this summer and take you into tall with style. Log on to www.redken.com, check out must-have picks from Redken and Marie Claire, plus enter to win The Look. From the perfect bathing suit to...

New Juicy Tubes Pop at Lancome.(haute stuff)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... For the coolest lips ever... 6 shades of JUICY TUBES POP Ultra Shiny Cooling Lip Gloss! From Tangy tangerine to luscious lilac, let Lancome's Pop Artists summer-ize you. Pop in... for the Juicy Pop Makeup Event. Pop on... the juiciest,...

Brandy's back.(haute stuff)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Listen up for "Talk About Our Love," the first single from Brandy's flew album, "AFRODISIAC," featuring Kanye West. Check out the new video and a "Making The Video" special segment on MTV2. Visit foreverbrandy.com for more information. Look for...

Welcome to Eden.(haute stuff)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... A luxurious, therapeutic experience for men & women. Aromatherapy and soothing music fill the air while you are escorted into a candle-lit treatment room to escape into bliss. Eden's services include massage therapy, customized facials,...

The first Camp Jeep[R] California, August 19-21.(haute stuff)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... For the first Lime in its 10-year history, Camp Jeep[R] will be held on the west coast--in the Santa Ynez Mountains near Santa Barbara. Jeep Owners will enjoy four-wheeling, demos, concerts, and more. To register, visit jeep.com/campjeep or...

Win a trip to NYC.(haute tips)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Make Jergens[R] your best accessory during NYC's Olympus Fashion Week. Win a trip to be Jergens[R] guest for a NYC fashionista weekend. Receive tickets to the Olympus Fashion Week's hottest shows, attend exclusive NYC parties and enjoy a...

Back stage with Beyonce.(haute tips)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Once again Steve Madden brings you up close and personal with your favorite stars! Steve Madden was proud to sponsor Beyonce on the Verizon Ladies First Tour which kicked off in Ft Lauderdale, FI on March 12th. As a sponsor, Steve Madden...

Presenting Purple Power.(haute tips)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Introducing New Purple Power with Lavender Extract from Ban[R] Beautifully Smooth[R] Antiperspirant/ Deodorant. This purple, lavender-spiked formula gives you 24-hour odor and wetness protection while conditioning your skin. Available in...

Win a weekend of makeovers!(haute tips)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Ready for a divine new look? Enter the "Divine Yourself" Sweepstakes from NEW Venus[R] Divine[TM]. You could win a weekend of makeovers, shopping, and more in NYC--all with our team of experts from your favorite magazines! Visit...

The best jeans to flatter your shape.(denim blowout)
August 1, 2004... When it comes to denim, fit is everything. Here, find the style that works for you. EDITORS' PICK With vertical ribbing to make legs look longer and a subtle boot-cut to balance hips and thighs, these A|X jeans suit all shapes. A|X...

24 hour jeans.(denim blowout)
August 1, 2004... Elisabeth Rohm lives in denim. Here, she shows you how to wear it at work, at night, and all weekend long. Look your best * SHOP FROM MAGAZINES. "If I see a celebrity with a body similar to mine in a pair of jeans that looks good on...

Cool new look.(what's hot)(Illustration)
August 1, 2004... For fall, designer Matthew Williamson created these charm-trimmed Levi's (inset, $288 at Henri Bendel; 800-H-BENDEL). Not ready to give up your old pair? Get the look by clipping one of Juicy Couture's jingle-jangly "jeans swags" to your...

Celebrity favorite.(what's hot)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... What do Jessica Simpson, Mena Suvari, Charlize Theron, Jennifer Aniston, and Beyonce Knowles have in common? They're all fans of Yanuk denim. Known for a flattering fit--particularly their "butt-lifting powers"--the vintage-inspired jeans have...

New names to know.(What's hot)(Buyers Guide)
August 1, 2004... new names to know Your guide to this season's hottest denim labels. THE JEANS WHERE TO BUY WHY THEY'RE GREAT NOTIFY $200 TO $300, Imported from Italy, they bergdorf are as thick and heavy as...

Head-to-toe blues.(what's hot)
August 1, 2004... Elvis would have loved them--Hogan's signature sneakers done up in denim and blue suede. HOGAN $345;(888) 60-HOGAN for stores.

How to make jeans girly.(what's hot)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Ladylike looks ruled the runways this season, but that doesn't mean you have to ditch your baby blues. According to Juliana Cho, designer of the very romantic Annelore collection and a self-professed denim addict, "jeans can look soft and sweet...

Wrangler's back!(what's hot)
August 1, 2004... A favorite of both cowboys and rockers like Lou Reed and The Stones, Wrangler is set to conquer fashion. Designed by Wendy Mullin (of Built by Wendy fame) the new collection, Wrangler47, marries Western details with sophisticated shapes. ...

Then & now.(what's hot)(Brief Article)(Illustration)
August 1, 2004... Why do cropped jeans keep popping back into fashion? Because there's nothing like capris to show off shapely hips and ankles. 1950s The always-elegant Grace Kelly wore her clam-diggers with a neat and tidy buttondown and classic preppy...

Runway/your way.(denim blowout)
August 1, 2004... Get the chicest looks--for less!--on these two pages. LONG, SKINNY JEANS The key to this look? A not-too-tight top--and the highest pair of stilettos you can walk in. DOLCE & GABBANA NECESSARY OBJECTS $58; (212) 334-9888 for...

How to wear it.(denim blowout)
August 1, 2004... A great jacket makes laid-back jeans look pulled together A cool jacket will ease your wardrobe from summer into fall. REBECCA MATICKO, public-relations director of Earl Jean, shares her picks Jeans (throughout), $150, Earl Jean; (212)...

Jessica Simpson: 9 sexy styles (you can steal).(beauty)
August 1, 2004... Jessica Simpson has had more looks in one year than Madonna's had in a career. Here, Simpson and her long-time stylist, Ken Paves, comment on her myriad 'dos--and explain how you can transform your tresses, too. MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS 2003...

10 best star secrets.(recommends)
August 1, 2004... What are Hollywood insiders hot for this season? Here, actress Maria Bello canvasses her coolest friends and spills all. 1 Hottest Hollywood Handbag "Chanel's 'patchwork bag' is to die for." $2750: (800) 550-0005. [ILLUSTRATION...

10 best fashion.(recommends)
August 1, 2004... Warm up denim with these rich, sunny hues for under $100. 1 SWEATER: $92,525 America at Precision; (212) 879-4272. 2 SANDALS: $48, Colin Stuart for Victoria's Secret; (800) 888-8200. 3 JEANS: $89, Esprit at Macy's; (415) 397-3333....

10 best beauty.(recommends)
August 1, 2004... * Marie Claire's beauty editors pick this month's must-haves. 1 Your Body SILKY SKIN: Rub Village Naturals Spa Oil in Lavender & Chamomile, $3.99, over your arms and legs. 2 PERFECT PEDICURE: Try Paul & Joe Nail Color in Tourmaline...

10 best to do.(recommends; movies, books and music)(Bibliography)
August 1, 2004... * WATCH IT 1 A HOME AT THE END OF THE WORLD Caught in a love triangle, Colin Farrell gives viewers their money's worth when he goes full-frontal during a midnight stumble between two rooms--and two lovers, played by Robin Wright Penn...

From divine to dumped? Whisked away from her family at age 3, the world's only living goddess, Nepal's "royal kumari," is feted and fussed over until the day she hits puberty. Suddenly shunned, she's tossed back into the real world and faced with a freedom she doesn't understand. Religious rite or violation of human rights? Only the kumaris can explain.(women of the world)
August 1, 2004... Priests bring her offerings of food and flowers. Thousands of citizens seek her blessing each year, and the king of Nepal himself asks that she place a red-powder tika mark on his forehead so his rule will be prosperous. She is the royal...

Election 2004: what's really on your mind? A decade ago, Marie Claire asked American women to speak their minds on issues from health care to the environment. In honor of our 10th anniversary, we've joined with The Gallup Poll people again to revisit the old questions--and ask some new ones. Here's what women really want in 2004.(gallup poll)
August 1, 2004... Results are based on telephone interviews conducted March 1 to April 5, 2004, with 1002 women ages 18 and older. The margin of sampling error is [+ or -] 3%. YOUR #1 CONCERN TODAY: HEALTH CARE Women are more interested in--and...

Ashley Judd: guest editor-in-chief Ashley Judd talks about solving the chaos in her life, what she's doing to save the environment, and the private moment that made the abortion issue personal.(celebrity lives)(Interview)(Cover Story)
August 1, 2004... CATCH UP WITH ASHLEY JUDD ON HER farm outside of Nashville, TN, where she lives with her husband, race-car driver Dario Franchitti. Birds chirp, branches sway, a brook babbles. The setting exudes solitude, and the first thing I ask in how she...

Make sure your voice (and your vote) is heard!(vote 2004)
August 1, 2004... Join our "Vote for Your Future: election 2004" campaign and buy this exclusive A|X T-shirt for only $20. Marie Claire and Step Up Women's Network challenge you to step up, speak out, and spread the word about how important it is for women...

What does your bedroom say about you?(all about you)
August 1, 2004... A guy walks into your bedroom. Does he think: a) slut, b) my little sister, or c) someone I want to go out with tonight? We asked three celebrity hotties to tell us what secrets your' sconces and satin sheets are whispering to men. Guest...

New Garnier 100% Color.(haute happenings)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... The first intense permanent haircolor created with pure color and micro-minerals for haircolor that lasts and lasts. Grabs On. Holds On. Check out www.garnier100color.com to enter our sweepstakes and look at our full range of pure, intense,...

Just wear it.(haute happenings)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Support and inspiration come in many forms and from many places. This yellow wristband, imprinted with Lance Armstrong's mantra, Live Strong, is a symbol of hope, courage and perseverance. Wear it in support of the Lance Armstrong...

Summer's hottest tour.(haute happenings)(Maybelline Co.)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Maybelline's got fiercely fabulous shades for lips, tips, and lids. Check out the look that rocks with the latest blast of wicked cute shades in a store near you with Maybelline's Lip Color Sticks, Forever Metallics, Express Finish Nail Color,...

"Violence against women touched my own life".(Amnesty International campaign)
August 1, 2004... Since childhood, Mira Sorvino has been horrified by violence against women--whether in her family, among her college friends, or in countries around the world. That's why she's joined Amnesty International and Marie Claire's Stop Violence...

"I can't believe I looked like that!" Believe it or not, these chic women were once a preppy, a grunge girl, a Goth girl, and a Madonna wannabe. What was your most embarrassing look?(appearances)
August 1, 2004... FROM PREPPY TO DESIGNER DARLING Alexandra, 33, real-estate agent In high school, I was Miss L.L. Bean Catalog--crisp white turtlenecks, whale-print sweaters, khakis, dock-siders, thick headbands. I made sure everything was perfectly...

Peter Krause: what attracts men most: the thinking-woman's sex symbol--star of HBO's Six Feet Under and the new feature film We Don't Live Here Anymore--gives the matter serious thought.(men confess)(Interview)
August 1, 2004... Q: So, what attracts a smart man? Hair. I like lots of hair. A: A woman who's interested in many things, who opens herself up to as many pleasurable experiences as possible. Curiosity is attractive, and so is the knack for finding a comic...

"Saving lives is easier than I thought": when Alicia Keys encountered the AIDS epidemic in Africa, she felt angry and helpless (millions die there each year). Today, she's urging you to join her in a new program that lets you send money directly to those who need it most. Read on to see how.(Special Report)
August 1, 2004... I am the same age as the AIDS epidemic, I was born in 1981, around the time the first cases of AIDS were diagnosed. As a kid growing up in Manhattan, I didn't know anything about the disease, but my mother had a friend who came around to visit...

"You're hired!" Yes, he made those other two words famous. But the truth is, The Donald prefers not to pass out pink slips. Really. Here, his 10 rules for staying employed.(your career)
August 1, 2004... 1 BE PLUGGED IN. When it comes to your job, timing is everything. Let me give you an example: I was having a grand-slam rotten day. No one could possibly have mistaken it for anything else. Late in the afternoon, I heard a polite knock on my...

Horoscope.
August 1, 2004... VIRGO (AUGUST 23-SEPTEMBER 22) LOVE: You usually crave logic in life, but for now, you'll have to surrender to some chaos to keep your sanity. This uncertainty will last through the month, then the fog will lift and you'll be able to...

Fall fashion report.(from the desk of Marie Claire)
August 1, 2004... Fashion today is less about trends than it is about personal style. Here, the best of what fall has to offer--from the richest colors to the best shapes. Your mission: Mix and match to create a look that works for you DRESSES THE LOOK...

Looks you'll love.
August 1, 2004... Clean, cool, classic, and chic--this season's best styles are wonderfully wearable. THE DRESS THE JACKET THIS PAGE: Jacket, $245. camisole $125, pants, $275, DKNY: shoes, $575, Moschino; hat, $568, Lanvin; mink scarf, $345....

Best in show.
August 1, 2004... A seasoned veteran of both the runway and the front row, is a master of fashion-show chic. At L.A.'s fall fashion week, she let us in on the secret to her killer style--a mix of simple pieces and over-the-top accents, from a smattering of...

101 ideas.
August 1, 2004... "Fall's winning weekend look? Denim with everything" Sweater, $146, BCBG Max Azria; jeans, $29.90, H&M; sandals, $79, Carlos by Carlos Santana; bag, $180, Lauren Merkin; cap, $22.50, American Eagle Outfitters. Fashion editor: Maria Divaris....

Go for Jen's glow!(Beauty)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Turn pale skin into pure gold with this plan from her main makeup man. * Prep skin with moisturizer. * Apply a sheer, creamy foundation one shade warmer than your natural skin tone. Barnes's pick: By Terry The Glace in #2 Ceylan (I)....

Get the best cut for your face shape: take the guesswork out of finding a fall cut! First, find your face shape. Then, check out the sexy styles we've scouted just for you.(beauty)
August 1, 2004... WHAT SHAPE ARE YOU? Pull your hair off your face and ask someone to snap a photo of you (don't smile; it could alter the results). Once the photo is printed, trace the perimeter of your head with marker; an obvious shape will emerge. ...

Beauty: what I've learned: Carolyn Murphy, the 30-year-old model in all the Estee Lauder ads, lets Aerin Lauder in on her makeup must-haves, and why a few laugh lines are nothing to cry about.(star secrets)
August 1, 2004... Aerin Lauder: Come on, what can a model possibly teach me about beauty... models are born perfect, right? Carolyn Murphy: I have plenty of flaws! My naturally curly hair drives me nuts, and I have weirdly skinny calves and feet. AL:...

Meet Nadine!(what's hot)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Starting this month, Nadine Luke, MAC's director of makeup artistry (Mary J. Blige and Ashanti are clients) will be a regular guest editor on this page, answering beauty questions for women of color. Send your Qs to: mcbeauty@hearst.com. Here,...

Couture eyecolors.(what's hot)(Gianni Versace S.p.A. new Eye Shadows)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Versace Glam Couture Eye Shadows, $25, have a mousse-like texture that makes them easy to spread and a glossy finish that brings out the sparkle in your eyes. If your eyes are dark, we recommend the pink (V2057-0); if they're light, go for...

Lady lock.(what's hot)
August 1, 2004... Be among the first to test-drive fall's ladylike-tweed trend with one of these Jeweled Flower Ponytailer accessories from Goody, $3.99 each (sold exclusively at Target). You'll make a style statement any way you wear them--your hair, on your...

Tried & tested moisturizers.(what's hot)
August 1, 2004... * TO INSTANTLY IMPROVE TEXTURE AND TONE: beComing Un-Flawed recovery cream, $40 * TO IMMEDIATELY SMOOTH VISIBLE LINES: Dr. Brandt Crease Release, $150 * TO FIGHT FLAKES: Biotherm Aquasource Non Stop Ultra Moisturizing Balm for Dry...

Secret to sexy hair.(what's hot)(Victoria's Secret)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Leave it to Victoria's Secret to deliver on the promise of seductive strands. Its new haircare line, So Sexy, is composed of four shampoos and conditioners and four styling products ($8.50 each) formulated to meet the needs of all hair tones...

"Extreme makeover" body secrets (no surgery required).(nude & improved)
August 1, 2004... Diet and makeover guru Michael Thurmond has helped thousands of people lose millions of pounds. No wonder Extreme Makeover asked him to help the show's participants achieve their dream bodies. We had Thurmond put his four-part plan to work on...

Eat fast food: (without getting fat): you can't always avoid Taco Bell. But you can make better choices when you get there. Morgan Spurlock, who ate nothing but McDonald's for 30 days, gives the inside skinny.(health check)
August 1, 2004... Fact: "When I quizzed adults on the street for Super Size Me, many couldn't recite the pledge of allegiance, but nearly all of them could rattle off the components of a Big Mac." QUIZ Circle the letter next to the correct answer: 1....

Look younger for life guide: nearly 70 percent of women (ages 18 to 49) expect to look better when they reach age 50 than their mothers did. Will you? Here's how to age-proof your looks and your body--and make that dream come true.(age-proof your looks)
August 1, 2004... STAY-YOUNG STRATEGIES FOR YOUR 20S ... your face * YOUR BIG ISSUE: In your late 20s, cell turnover slows, so skin starts looking less radiant. The biggest threat to skin: sun damage, which slowly builds until you "suddenly" find...

Will you age like your mother? How much of aging is genetic, and how much is under your control? Dermatologist Marsha L. Gordon, M.D., of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City, reads the clues in these mother/daughter pairs.(age-proof your looks)
August 1, 2004... * Crinkly lines like the ones around Julie's eyes and cheeks are usually due to sun damage. The folds under the eyes, however, are genetic. * Radiant skin is partly due to the fact that Julie keeps fit, which boosts overall circulation and...

How much younger can you look in a week?(age-proof your looks)(skin care)
August 1, 2004... Can Botox and Restylane, plus a new skincare and eating regimen, make a noticeable difference in your looks? Jackie, 36, let a dream team of antiaging experts make her over in seven days without going under the knife. Jackie tried... ...

Stop! This story isn't about vegetables.(your sex life)
August 1, 2004... It's about phallomancy, the ancient art of "penis reading," which, according to expert Serena Powers, says that each shape has its own sexual advantages. Turn the page to find out what pleasures your guy can produce. The Eggplant ...

Splurge vs steal.(beauty)
August 1, 2004... * Take your pick of this month's best investments & greatest deals $10 Splurge Amici Accessories Sea Foam Hair Clip $399 Steal Goody Jeweled Flower Ponytailer $750 Splurge OPI Nail Lacquer in Bet It All On OPI $197 Steal...