Project Runway Emerald Smoke Eye Look by Mary Kay

 the 13th season of Project Runway began airing june 24, and so far {two episodes at this point}, it's been fabulous with many surprising moments. i'm already loving each designer {no faves just yet} ~ all have such unique points of view.

a huge plus about this season is the fact that Mary Kay is the beauty sponsor! as a fan of the brand, this makes me so happy. i'm eager to watch as the iconic beauty company will take center stage each week on the faces of the gorgeous models. when it comes to finishing touches, the makeup and hair always adds so much.

that said, one of the beauty looks {created by global makeup artist Luis Casco} featured on the first episode was a gorgeous green smoky eye, and it's super easy to recreate!

“green is one of the hottest shades for fall and i love how it brightens any color eyes!” ~Luis Casco

the eye products used {all by Mary Kay} include Cream Eye Color in Meadow Grass, used as a base and swept all over the lid. to enhance the color, Mineral Eye Color in Emerald was applied on the outer halves of eyelids, followed by Mineral Eye Color in Lime onto the inner thirds of eyelids. to finish the look, Eyeliner in Black was applied along the top and bottom lash lines {blending outwards toward the corners of the eye} with a few coats of Lash Love Lengthening mascara {in black} to the top and bottom lashes.

other products used:
Cream Blush in Cranberry {start sheer and build the intensity on the apples of your cheeks as you see fit based on your skin tone.}, Cappuccino Lip Liner, topped off with True Dimensions Lipstick in Mystic Plum directly from the tube.




i love this easy, green smoky eye ~ what do you think of this look, beauties?


are you {or will you now be} watching Project Runway?

stay tuned as i'll be sharing more regarding this season, including my thoughts on the episodes, designers and challenges {sometimes, when the mood strikes}, more makeup looks and how-tos {of course}, and occasionally {thanks to Mary Kay}, i'll even be creating my own variation of the featured beauty looks.

  Project Runway airs on thursday nights on Lifetime {check your local listings for time and channel}, and is also available to stream on hulu.

info courtesy of Mary Kay

what i'm watching: Running in Heels on the Style Network

did you see the premiere of the Style network's new show Running In Heels? if you haven't, set your tivo to record it this sunday.

the show centers around three interns (Ashley, Talita and Sam), and the editors they work for, at Marie Claire magazine. it's definitely not easy for the three newbies. not only are they competing for a job at an amazing magazine, but they're also living together-- can you say drama?



if you missed the first episode, check the schedule and you may be able to catch it again. if not, be sure to tune in this and every sunday (with me and all the other bloggers who are obsessed with it).


meet the interns:





meet the bosses:





p.s.-- Style has also teamed with DSW for a daily Heels-A-Day giveaway -- your chance to win a pair of fabulous heels everyday this month. it's easy to enter, so do ahead and do it!

new episodes of Running in Heels air sundays on the Style (check your local listings)


xo

video: MTV's "The City" Trailer

as i mentioned the other day, Whitney Port will be starring in her own reality show, The City.

so many people have been buzzing about this for months, and it was finally confirmed on monday night. here's the trailer if you haven't already seen it (or if you just have to see it again).

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TV Premiere: Stylista

i brought the announcement of the new show, Stylista, to you way back when (5 months ago), and it is finally here!

tonight, Stylista premieres on the CW network (check your local listings).



xo

what i'm watching: The Rachel Zoe Project

"i die!" is the phrase you will hear most on Bravo TV's newest reality show, The Rachel Zoe Project.

fyi-- it just means Rachel loves something...

after one episode, i already love this show! follow the life of stylist Rachel Zoe as she manages her business, shops for her clients (and always for herself), and works to venture out on her own to make Rachel Zoe a brand.

Rachel's hubby, Roger, is her business manager and best friend. he is super-supportive (but still doesn't completely get her shopping habits), and is always there for her.

Taylor is Rachel's associate and somewhat of an assistant. she is very outspoken, focused and doesn't want to have to manage or be bothered by anyone when she's working ("i'm difficult...i have high expectations...").

enter Brad, the new guy, who was hired to assist Taylor. he's the prepster, nice guy and is super-excited about his new job ("there are probably 5 top stylists; Rachel is the number 1")

**in the first episode, Rachel is feeling the pressure of finding the absolute, shut-it-down, red carpet gown for actress Joy Bryant. Taylor, in the meantime isn't really thinking too highly of Brad and his work skills.

check out this clip and get a little insight into the "characters" in the world that is Rachel Zoe:




watch The Rachel Zoe Project on Bravo tuesdays at 10pm, check your local listings.

xo