I have seen some pretty crazy spectacles being pulled off on the catwalks (men strutting in stilettos better than any woman I’ve ever seen), but I must say that one sight that has intrigued me for quite a while are the Maison Martin Margiela masks from its Fall 2012 haute…
Several weeks ago, one of my guy friends was completely puzzled by a short Facebook status: ‘…broke up with my boyfriend of three years. I am going brunette.’ I briefly explained to him that changing hairstyles is a cathartic method for some people. Indeed, it is for me as well. Although…
We are bringing back Staff Pick of the Week to the blog! This week we asked the Executive Team all about their favorite scents. Enjoy! Banner made by Lisa Park. Embroidered perfume bottles courtesy of DesignsBySick. Slideshow images courtesy of Sephora, C.O. Bigelow, and Amazon.
With spring right around the corner I am very excited to start wearing some of the beauty trends that are going to be big this season. Spring and Summer beauty of 2013 is going to be characterized by a very natural and glowing look to the skin that stands alone…
I recall being a junior at my all-girls private high school when my teacher made the entire class watch the movie “Real Women Have Curves.” This movie, of course, supplemented the teacher’s lecture and discussion about self-image and the self-esteem issues that many woman face today; teenaged girls seemed…
UC Berkeley’s fashion and culture publication BARE Magazine presents: BARE Brunch + Beauty! Join us for brunch and an afternoon of professional hairstylists (for both males & females), make-up artists, and manicurists. The best part? All services are only $10! Come check it out at Delta Gamma sorority house (2710…
Glitter is arguably one of the most timeless forms of nail polish. Though not appropriate for the most professional of settings, in nearly all other social arenas, glitter is a dazzling compliment to any outfit. (Literally!) Especially over the course of the past year, glitter has become more and more…
It’s that time of the year: New York Fashion Week. Aside from his sold-out Target line, headlining designer Jason Wu debuted his Fall 2012 collection — a medley of silk brocade, tassels and studs—inspired by his Chinese roots. The level of opulence spills into all aspects, as soon as the…
Don’t let winter affect your skin! As winter rolls around, cold weather not only affects our personal style, but also affects our skin. Low humidity in the winter air can cause problematic dry skin; hence, keeping your skin healthy and moisturized is not always easy. Fortunately, there are many ways…
Every week, our executive staff will answer our favorites of the moment…whether it be our favorite Berkeley hangouts, our inspirations, to everything in-between! Let us know what you want to know and we’ll share! Q: What’s your one beauty essential? John Kim, Co-Editor-in-Chief: Lavender Shaving Cream Kit. It takes twice…
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