What's in Your Beauty Bag? Lately, I've been getting asked a lot about the cosmetic products/makeup that I use for my face. Friends and even strangers will ask what moisturizers I use, makeup foundations I prefer, which lip glosses I rock, and even how to add my "glow" to their face. I am no expert--flattered yes. But, I am just a consumer like everybody else who has invested an incredible amount of money over the years trying to find the right products for me. I have learned that it isn't about what type of makeup you use. Great skin is the result of proper management. After visiting a dermatologist last year, I learned the importance behind maintaining healthy skin. This doesn't...

The rumor mill is speeding slightly faster today as H&M gears up to announce it's newest collaborator on September 9th. H&M has also caused some fashion nail biting by releasing some teaser footage. The videos feature shadowy speakers some thought to resemble Bottega Veneta's, Tomas Maier and another Carolina Herrera. But of course these clips are indeed teasers as September 9th flashes at the very end, H&M would not be so forthright as to let us know upfront about the collaboration. Many sources claim that if you pay close attention to the voice overs they are incredibly similar to quotations from interviews with Lanvin's Alber Elbaz. If this is true, we should all fall to our knees in gratitude. A...

I was so excited when I was forwarded the email of events taking place during Fashion Night Out, the Vitamin Water event at Barney's was a personal favorite of mine, just because I drink Vitamin Water, probably everyday!  Below is the event details and sneak peek of the wrapper... VitaminWater Zero will create over 4,000 limited edition squeezed (lemonade flavor) bottles for Barneys New York. These high-fashion and high-hydrating bottles of vitaminwater zero will be given to guests at the chic retailer’s Fashion’s Night Out celebrations.Get them at Barneys New York (660 Madison Avenue, New York NY)!  

For the fashion forward cook, French Bull breaks the boring kitchenware mold, anarchy style. This lifestyle brand is the baby of former children's fashion designer Jackie Shapiro, who also worked with Milan fashion house Fiorucci.  The line is made of melamine which is shatterproof, resistant to high heat, and fares well over time, in case you really do have bulls in your china shop (some people like to call them kids).  In a variety of colorful prints, the kitchenware can be mixed and matched in a variety of ways, adding a playful element to any table. Torro! www.frenchbull.com

Cynthia Rowley has recently teamed up with Band-Aids, designing her newest collection of 14 "Dress-up" band-aids packaged in two fashion friendly tin containers, each containing 20 assorted sizes and designs. The designer Band-Aids are products of fashionable sequins, luxurious lace, gems, bows, logos, and chains, to name a few! These newest band-aids are beyond cute, if we at Fashion News Live, fall for anything it'd be these designer band-aids.  If we fall and hurt ourselves, I guess we can't get too upset!

               Stepping out of the limo on the Red Carpet at the 2010 Emmy's I immediately was blinded by the sun, flashing cameras and photographers shouting to the celebs around me like Tina Fey, Anne Margaret, Keiffer Sutherland, and Kim Kardashian. Everywhere you looked was someone famous and those that weren't were walking as slow as possible to take it all in while security constantly shouted to move it along, forcing the crowd into the Nokia Theater. My Angela Johnson RockStar Vintage recycled TShirt ball gown quickly became a focal point, with everyone wanting to know who made it, and if they could take a picture of it. The hoop skirt underneath gave it a Princess...

Just landed in LA, and raced over to the Oliver Ifergan Salon in Beverly Hills on Robertson to have Brooke Sholberg style my hair for the EMMY'S. Oliver Ifergan is the newest salon to carry my signature MB YORK BEAUTY AMMO KITS after meeting at the Angeleno Magazine Poolside Beauty Event. Since I was late as usual, and worried about the limo line, Brooke sprayed the signature Oliver Ifergan dry shampoo at the roots, and then pin-curled my hair using the strong hold WTF hairspray. After shaking it all out and teasing it to the sky, I felt empowered, and ready to elbow any one in my way for the great photo opts ahead. Michelle Holmes the freelance make-up artist...

Too often, buyers fall victim to the one-hit wonder when shopping for clothes, buying pieces that can’t be paired with more than one outfit.  Behold ladies, two outfits with interchangeable accessories and in romantic colors and soft materials.  These outfits are perfect for the transition from end of Summer to early Fall weather, with pieces that can be styled a variety of ways to create multiple outfits.  Take a look:   Catherine Malandrino Abstract print silk dress, $450, net-a-porter.com Elizabeth and James cotton-blend blazer, $395, net-a-porter.com KAMILLE Soft Brogue Shoes, $100, topshop.com Halogen Leather Satchel, $178, Nordstrom.com Sequin Beaded Bow necklace, $175, nordstrom.com Ray-Ban titanium shiny aviators, $285, sunglasses-shop.co.uk ASOS skinny boyfriend belt, asos.com   Stripe Crop Tee, $20, metroparkusa.com Proenza Schouler mini skirt, $330, thecorner.com Nine...

As the newest host for Fashion News Live, and my first time reporting at New York Fashion Week the pressure is on to get an 8 day wardrobe together that will not only be a channel stopper but that will make a lasting impression on celebs, designers, and viewers alike. I am a fashion FREAK and totally live to accessorize. So when my friend Pamela told me about Scottsdale couture designer Galina Couture who teaches Costume Design at Arizona State University and designs costumes for Dancing with the Stars, I knew I had to go and take a look at her one of a kind, over the top pieces. Having just picked up my Vintage GLAM ROCK ballgown from Angela...

The stars all came out tonight for the 62nd Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, California.  Fashion News Live wanted to be one of the firsts to present our best dressed nominees!   Red Carpet Trends: Midnight blues and whites were a hot color trend on the red carpet this year. Diamonds were a girl's best friend tonight as many dazzling stars paired their Emmy dresses with bold and glamorous jewelry.  We saw a number of our hot celebrity males step outside the box this year by sporting grey and navy suits. Fashion News Live loves men with confidence who take risks on the red carpet! There were so many well-dressed stars this year, but we can only name a few...

After getting the invite to go to the EMMYS to network and promote my upcoming movie, MB YORK SURVIVAL OF THE PRETTIEST, of course I was soon on the hunt for the perfect dress. I turned to both my Scottsdale stylist Jill DeAndrea and my Malibu Vintage stylist CeCe Abel and asked them both to be on the lookout for anything AWESOME vintage that was totally me. As the new beauty host for FashionNewsLive I was already working with them both getting my NY wardrobe together for interviews at the upcoming Spring 2011 NY Fashion Week. In my normal multi-tasking haze I live in, I was thinking both the Emmy's and NY were both weeks away until my friend Stacy...

Manhattan’s favorite it-girls are taking another city by storm on our favorite guilty-pleasure drama series.  Season Four premiers September 13th, and Fashion News Live has the inside track on the girls’ style fantastique.  Check out these fab French inspired outfits from the show.  Parlez-vous gossip?   Oscar de la Renta Spring 2010 Peach Multi Chiffon Dress Christian Louboutin Gressimo Mule Peep Toes $895 Nancy Gonzalez Crocodile Skin Handbag $2,525   Georges Chakra Spring 2010 Couture Swarvoski Cage Corset Dress Jean Michel Cazabat “Mignona” oxfords, $345, Bloomingdales.com   Moschino Resort 2010 RTW Print Cherry Dress Christian Louboutin Quepi Reci Platform Chanel Resort 2011 Plaid Cuffs Chanel Patchwork Shoulder Bag

Crossbody bags are here to stay! Fashion News Live loves these seasonal bags in our popular fall colors: Dark reds, blues, purples, browns, black, and camel.  These trendy and versatile bags can work with any style. With the ability to be slung across one's torso, this functional accessory leaves you hands-free. Not such a bad thing when you consider all the gadgetry that we are carrying these days! The season's crossbody must-haves are with studs, pockets, or zippers. Celebs Who Rock it: Kate Moss, Whitney Port, Rihanna, Rachel Bilson, and many more. Fashion News Live- Shopping Favorites   Clockwise from Top: 1. Bandolier $1,015 2. Wearhouse Leather Mini Studded $76 3. Tory Burch Sawla fringe $465 4. Plait Handle Leather Satchel $90 5. Warehouse...

A breath of fresh air.  Reece Hudson, created in 2009, is the combined creative effort of Reece Solomon and Max Stein, each have extensive experience in fashion editorial and design work with such high-end designers as Proenza Schouler and Rag & Bone.  All of their bags are hand cut and hand stitched of the finest leathers  and custom finished.  In a sea of bags that all look the same, these bags are chic and distinctive. This is the kind of unique and detail-oriented line I have been looking for!  I am crazy for this triangular bag with patchwork detail. Reece Hudson will be showing their Spring/Summer 2011 collection during NY Fashion Week and we can't...

Atten-tion!   Military-inspired fashion remains in full-force for fall.  From camo blazers to military-inspired boots, Fashion News Live is obsessed with army green! It is the perfect shade for this season if you want to add some edge to your look!  No war here....just fashion. Shop: Military Inspired From the Top: 1. Elizabeth & James Blazer--$395 2. Ray Ban Aviators-- $140 3.Military Style Boots- U/A 4. Balenciaga-- $1380 5. Military Watch-- $28 6. Chooka Rain Boots-- $60 7. Miss Dior- U/A   Are you guys just as obsessed with army green as we are? We want to know! xo

Sure it’s minimalist, but these plastic goodies add an element of cool sophistication to any outfit or home area.  While the plain clear plastic fad continues to come in and out, we are seeing alot more of the acetate tinted clear especially in accessories, which adds a little depth to the object.  Check out these fun finds!   Clockwise from center: A clear tote makes your life easier in endless searches for your keys, sunnies, or gum. Katang Clear Bag, $38, yesstyle.com   Jazz up a simple outfit with a surprisingly cool, yet inexpensive cuff Lori’s Shoes Clear Cuff with Silver Plates, $22, lorisshoes.com   See-through shoes with a simple accent color (white or black) are versatile and can pair with a variety of colors. Fessura Rain Boot, $120, endless.com Brian...

Mercedes-Benz fashion week is steadily approaching along with this amazing must-have technologic GPS gadget. Fashion industry designers, PR firms and fashion fans will call these fashion GPS systems their best friends during NY fashion week. These state of the art tools are designed to efficiently sample inventory tracking, contact management and event management. It also allows international brands and PR firms to distribute their services globally and fast without expensive server installations. Fashion GPS is exactly what it sounds like. It was innovated to calm behind the scenes fashion industry chaos and event planning processes, also eliminating headaches! “This is a seismic shift in the way that fashion weeks around the world will operate,” said Peter Levy, Senior Vice President and...

Luxury brand designers Sachin and Babi Ahluwalia have created textile and couture embroidery for the biggest names in fashion for years before creating their coveted ready-to-wear line.  The duo is now a force to be reckoned with, introducing their luxurious Ankasa Home collection, drawing from their industry experience.  In addition to their ready-to-wear line and interior decor products, Sachin and Babi for Ankasa offers an incredible line of jewelry and accessories.  While several designers have diversified their companies, branching out to other aspects of design, it is the workmanship of this contemporary brand that sets it apart.  With the launch of the their 1st e-commerce site, they have streamlined their namesake RTW line with the home décor line, establishing Sachin...

Although it has been quite some time since the passing of Marilyn Monroe, Fashion News Live still can't get enough of this sensational beauty queen. Photos were recently released of Marilyn Monroe looking natural and casual than we've ever seen her before. The icon is known for her glamourous hollywood-style photos. No studio lights here, which is why these candid shots are getting a lot of buzz and attention. The man behind the lens is legendary photojournalist Eve Arnold who snapped the casual shots of Monroe on the set of her 1961 film, The Misfits. He told BBC News, " [Monroe] liked my pictures and was canny enough to realize that they were a fresh approach for presenting her--a loose, more...

Fashion's Night Out has made it's way to LA and the Mayor of Los Angeles is joining in this time! The Mayor, Antonio Villaraigosa, VOGUE's Senior West Coast Editor, Lisa Love along with LA based designers, celebrities and fashion elite will ring in Fashion's Night Out on September 10th on the 6th Floor of Beverly Center. The Beverly Center will also feature two fashion shows showcasing the Fall/Winter Collections from Bebe, Bloomingdale's, Macy's, J.Lindberg, Max & Co., Ben Sherman Guess, Traffic and more. Along with the events, all of the retailers within the Beverly Center will be participating  in in-store events from 6pm to 10pm for more info click here www.beverlycenter.com/events!   • Charles David,(himself) local California designer, will be making a...