Shu Uemura Pink Collection

Shu Uemura has released a collection of pink lipsticks and lipglosses. They claim that the pink pigments have been specially formulated for them and are therefore more intense than pinks from other competing brands. The makeup artist I spoke with claimed that the pink pigments were special, and they were not formulated using the traditional method of mixing red and white pigments together. Based on what I know about color theory . . . this really confuses and confounds me. How can this be true?

Either way, the promotional image for the pink collection is absolutely gorgeous and wonderfully intense!

Concrete Rose - An Informal Fashion Show

Date:	Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Time:	7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location:	Azul
	1 Tillman Place
	San Francisco, CA

Classic lines. Impeccable tailoring and detailing. Feminine clothes that flatter the body. A riot of color for Spring/Summer. This is Karen Millen.

Come see what is new and hot this season from Karen Millen at our informal fashion show.


More detailed info about the venue:
Cross streets: Grant St. and Sutter St.

49 square miles sample sale

For sale: Handbags, Belts, Accessories, Small Leather Goods (wallets, coin purses)

Location:
333 Bryant Street (at 2nd)
Suite #350
San Francisco, California 94107

Times:
Wednesday 4/22/09 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Thursday 4/23/09 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Friday 4/24/09 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Sale prices range from $1.00 to $250. (Original retail prices range from $30 to $750).

I will go since they sell belts very cheaply there... last time they were 2 for $5.

Going Victorian

I have long been a fan of all things Victorian inspired... I just love ruffles! The romantic in me can't help but be drawn to them. Guys can get into the spirit of an era gone by wearing an ascot (or cravat) instead of a traditional tie.

I happen to like the ascots from local designer Blind Bunney Couture. The blind rabbit patterns are quite whimsical and cute. I really should have bought one at their sample sale . . . the purple one is calling my name!

Check it out! http://blindbunney.com

A Dress for A Mad Tea Party

Isn't this a great image? I totally love the model's doll-like hair and oversized silk flower ... not to mention the dress. I just ordered this delightful dress by Pamela Thompson... it makes me feel like I should be cavorting with mad hatters, chasing after white rabbits, and drinking tea in rose garden.

Here's another photo:


And the best part? It was under $60 including shipping. :)


Now, hopefully a size 2 will fit my flat-chested self . . .

An Icon's Birthday

It's Vivienne Westwood's birthday today! Let's all take a moment to think about an icon who has influenced fashion on many levels... from punk to Sex in the City.

:D

Happy Birthday Vivienne Westwood~ I hope there are still many more to come!