Archive: October 9th, 2007

Courtesy Nordstrom.com

Sometimes it can be hard to recreate a beauty look from the runways, but if you want the daring red lips from Peter Som’s Fall 2007 runway show you’re in luck. The talented designer teamed up with Lancome (and their Pout-a-Porter Series) to produce this sultry, yet modern, brick red shade — and make it available to the public. Named P.S. Kiss, this lipstick is available for a limited time for $24 at Nordstrom.com. And if the quick sell-out rates for the past editions of the Pout-a-Porter lipsticks are any indication, snatch up yours now before they’re gone in the time it takes to air-kiss.

Courtesy petittresor.com; Pace/BEImages

Christina Aguilera is not the only famous mom-to-be getting into baby mode. Just last week Halle Berry and Gabriel Aubry stopped by another celeb-favorite baby boutique to get their baby registry in order. The actress, who is loving being pregnant, and her model boyfriend spent over an hour shopping at Petit Tresor. The couple picked out gender-neutral items including a fairy tale theme for the nursery that would consist of custom painted murals and custom matching furniture and bedding. Among other things they picked up for their future girl or boy were this Kaloo Activity Book, a Chime Bell Ball, a cashmere Alvin & Sparky puppy and this Lily Binkie blanket. Halle also picked up two diaper bags for herself, this bigger black and white Mia Bossi one and a smaller white leather one by Fleurville. All we know is that this is going to be one beautiful and stylish baby!

courtesy hatleynature.com

Famous for their quirky rainboots, witty t-shirts and unique gifts, Hatleynature.com is launching their “Give Breast Cancer the Boot” program. Through the whole month of October, 20 percent of all purchases made on the the site will go to the John Wayne Cancer Institute (JWCI) Breast Center at Saint John’s Health Center in Santa Monica, Calif. Stock up on rain gear and pajamas for yourself and even do some shopping for your little one, the man in your life and anyone else you know with a sense of humor. You won’t see a breast cancer ribbon anywhere — but anything you buy will go towards the cause.

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In the courtyard of organic eatery Wilshire Restaurant, Josie Maran introduced her new eco-friendly makeup line to a small gathering of friends and editors. After years of modeling (and a recent stint on Dancing with the Stars), Josie tells PEOPLE that she decided to launch her own line because “you can be luxurious and chic and you don’t have to sacrifice your health and the environment’s health. And I found that there wasn’t a make-up line that was sophisticated and natural. So, I really felt that there was a hole in the market and I wanted to fill it. It’s environmentally-safe and good for the body. The packaging and the compacts are all biodegradable or recyclable. This is the whole package. The ingredients are as organic as possible and the packaging is eco-friendly.” In keeping with her reuse and recycle motto, Maran wore a vintage flea market dress, paired with her own makeup, of course — Desirous lipstick paired with Embrace, Chianti and Magic eyeshadow and her Finger Paints palette in Sweet. And she’s already got a favorite in the line. “”I have a lipstick named after my daughter, Rumi Joon. Anything that’s nude in my line is named after her because she’s always naked. Her grandpa, her uncles and my brother are always like ‘Do you own any clothes?’” Josie Maran Cosmetics can be purchased at Barney’s New York and at josiemarancosmetics.com.

RODRIGO/GUERRA JR/RAMEY; Goff/INF

We’ve all been staring at Jennifer Lopez’s loose dresses with a suspicious eye for quite a while now — even Diane Sawyer is wondering what’s going on under there! But we do have to remember that tent dresses are stylish this year, so even the most svelte stars without a hint of baby bumps have been rocking them — like Emmy Rossum, who wore her Temperley London dress to the premiere of Zodiac back in March. Now, we can’t say why J. Lo chose to wear her ivory trapeze dress last night after her Madison Square Garden show, but we do think that both ladies look lovely in their flowing dresses. Tell us: Who do you think looks better in her Temperley dress? Jennifer or Emmy?

courtesy jennifer graylock/graylock.com

For years insurance company MetLife has been associated with the image of Peanuts character Snoopy. Now, they have teamed up with designers and celebrities to create one-of-a-kind Peanuts-inspired clothing to be auctioned for charity. The auction is running in three waves, with new designs being added every ten days through the month of October. Such items as this Isaac Mizrahi couture Charlie Brown dress will be available with bidding starting at only $10! How’s that for affordable couture? Expect more Peanuts-inspired frocks from Betsey Johnson, Liz Claiborne, Pamella Roland, Agatha Ruiz de la Prada, Heatherette, Jason Wu, View co-hosts Whoopi Goldberg and Elisabeth Hasselbeck andProject Runway’s Laura Bennett just to name a few. All the proceeds from the auction will benefit Dress for Success, a non-profit organization which promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Check out all the designs and place your bid at ebay.com/snoopyinfashion.

Bauer-Griffin; Rebecca Sapp/WireImage

Leather jackets are shaping up to be one of fall’s biggest trends, but with such a splurge item, you want to make sure you’re getting the most for your money. We love the way that Kate Walsh takes her Chloe leather jacket and wears it so perfectly — day or night! Follow Kate’s lead and pair your jacket with a simple white t-shirt and dark jeans for day time. And at night, leave your wrap at home and add a dash of tough chic to your cocktail dress with the jacket, like Kate did with her Dolce & Gabbana sheath. We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite leather jackets to get you started! Tell us: Will you get a leather jacket for fall? Would you try one over an evening dress?

Get the Look for Less!
Faux Leather “Maggie” Jacket, $33 at forever21.com

Leather Moto Jacket, $98 at ardenb.com

Zip Front Cycle Jacket, $99 at wilsonsleather.com

3 Pocket Zip Up Leather Jacket, $198 at gap.com