Fashion Matters

Snippets of fashion and beauty

Diane Kruger: What's in her makeup bag? June 29, 2012 | Comment on this article Leave a comment I admit that I love “best of” and “award-winning” beauty lists. I’m always curious to see if some of my favorites made the list. So it should come as no surprise that I also like to know what beauty products celebrities enjoy. That doesn’t mean I’m going to rush out and buy a celeb favorite.... Read More
Want soft skin? Try AmLactin Body Cream June 28, 2012 Dara Torres Hot fun in the summertime can zap the moisture right out of your skin. Plenty of products promise to keep skin baby soft and well-moisturized, but finding the one that works best isn’t always easy. Five-time Olympian swimmer Dara Torres is talking up AmLactin Ultra Hydrating Body... Read More
TheBlush.com, a new beauty and lifestyle site June 27, 2012 Now you have a new place to go for beauty, fashion and life inspiration, advice and deals. TheBlush.com comes from XO Group Inc., the founder of The Knot.com., one of the best-known wedding sites. The company says whether women are planning a wedding, setting up their home sor preparing for a a new... Read More
Ikat, a centuries-old print, is popular again June 26, 2012   I wrote about ikat last week in The Oklahoman’s Mood section. Now I want something ikat. Preferably an accessory. Maybe pillows for my home or a lightweight scarf to wrap around my neck or shoulders this summer. I’ve always liked the print, but I never gave its history much... Read More
Hush Puppies teams with Vibram Five Fingers June 24, 2012 Here’s something new from Hush Puppies. The brand  has collaborated with Vibram, the company that makes the popular Vibram FiveFingers design, to blend the best of both styles.  Hush Puppies Vibram Five Brogue5 Wingtips will bring  the comfort and performance of the... Read More
Rachel Roy new collection to debut on HSN June 22, 2012 Rachel Roy’s new line of clothing for HSN will debut during the network’s 35th birthday celebration. The new exclusive capsule collection — label Rachel Roy — will include clothing, jewelry, handbags and shoes, and will launch on July 7.. “I love how HSN has become such a trusted voice in fashion... Read More
Narciso Rodriguez to design collection for Kohl's June 20, 2012 Kohl’s has snagged designer Narciso Rodriguez  for its first limited-edition collection concept called DesigNation. The fashion collections will be based on international inspiration from different well-known designers. Narcisco’s collection will draw creative influence from a trip to... Read More
Is the makeup counter making you sick? June 19, 2012 It’s tempting to test a new eye shadow or lipstick at the makeup counter. But you might be surprised what’s there — besides all those pretty colors and interesting products. Here’s an undercover report from “Good Morning America. Read More
Kenneth Jay Lane jewelry at Dillard's, Penn Square June 19, 2012 One of my very favorite necklaces was by Kenneth Jay Lane. It was a faux jade C-shaped pendant with a long gold chain. About four or five years ago my daughter borrowed it and I haven’t seen it since. Fast forward to this week. I was at Dillard’s, Penn Square, and got an up close and personal look... Read More
Billy Reid designs Alabama Gulf Seafood shirts and hats June 15, 2012 Menswear designer Billy Reid has launched a special series of Alabama Gulf Seafood T-shirts and hats. Reid, whose company is based in Alabama, recently was named Menswear Designer of the Year by the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA). The new merchandise is available for purchase at... Read More
Gift idea for Father's Day: a watch June 14, 2012 Father’s Day is Sunday, and here’s an idea that you may have dismissed. A watch. Oh, sure, some say watches are no longer needed because many men — and women — just reach for their phones, tablets or other gadgets  to check the time.  It seems technology has trumped tradition for... Read More
Tory Burch to write advice column for InStyle June 13, 2012 If you’re a fan of Tory Burch clothes, you’ll probably be excited to know that she’ll be the guest advice columnist for InStyle magazine, starting in July. She’ll be writing the “Ask a Designer” column for the July, August and September issues. Previous columnists who have shared their advice include... Read More
Kardashian sisters plan cosmetics line June 12, 2012 Is anyone surprised that the Kardashian sisters latest venture is a line of cosmetics? Khroma Beauty by Kourtney, Kim and Khloe Kardashian launches this winter thanks to Boldface Licensing + Branding, a celebrity beauty license company. This is Boldface’s first brand. The products will... Read More
Water worthy: Swimwear that fits your body type June 12, 2012   Most women don’t include swimsuit shopping on their list of favorite things to do.  Too many factors figure into the experience — bad dressing room lighting and mirors, overwhelming swimsuit choices,  poor body image, not knowing what style looks best on certain body types.... Read More
Madonna dresses up her MDNA tour June 11, 2012 Madonna doesn’t do understated … at least not on stage. Her new MDNA tour opened in Tel Aviv on May 31 and it includes more than 700 costume elements, six costume changes for the Material Girl and costume changes for the dancers with each song. Longtime Madonna stylist, Arianne Phillips,... Read More
New Thunder finals T-shirts at Metro Shoe Warehouse June 08, 2012 Oklahoma City Thunder merchandise is flying off the shelves. Nearly everyone, it seems, wants to show their support for the NBA Western Conference champs. Now for the NBA finals. You can find Thunder hats and T-shirts at several local stores, and more seems to arrive daily.  Heather Warlick wrote a story in... Read More
Elvis Presley Omega watch to be auctioned June 07, 2012 One of Elvis Presley’s watches will be featured at an auction of Important and Modern Vintage Timepieces on June at Antiquorum Auctioneers in new York City. Elvis gifted the Omega Black Dial Constellation calendar watch to his longtime friend and confidante Charlie Hodge, a musician who played with... Read More
Shorts alert: Trends are sexy, feminine, casual June 07, 2012 Summertime and the living is easy — especially if you’re wearing shorts.  This season you’ll find everything from denim styles that graze the knee to short-shorts to shorts that are more suited for evening than day. Read about the trends in my story in The Oklahoman’s Mood section.... Read More
Charity shopping event at Shoppes at Northpark June 06, 2012 Read More
Sally Hansen introduces magnetic nail polishes June 05, 2012   Sally Hansen has introduced magnetic nail polishes that create a 3D nail art effect. The polish was developed with metallic particles to create a pattern on the nail using magnetic forces. As the magnet is held over the nail, the iron fillings in the formula gravitate toward the magnet forming... Read More