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Gwen Stefani is the New Face of L’Oréal Paris

January 13, 2011 By Victoria Leave a Comment

Photo courtesy of L'Oréal

Gwen does it again! In an announcement to PEOPLE, Gwen Stephani has stated she will be the next face of L’Oréal Paris. Obviously a fabulous decision and smart business move for the ever-expanding cosmetic company! What do you think? Read more at People.com

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About The Author

Victoria Stiles is a make-up artist from Washington, DC working in New York and worldwide for commercial print, editorial fashion, red carpet events and weddings. Victoria’s client roster includes celebrities Roberta Flack, Jordin Sparks, Real Housewives of New York’s Jill Zarin, and publications Glamour, O Magazine, Vogue, Surface, Virginia Living, and Washingtonian. Stiles’ expertise in make-up is frequently called upon by local and National publications. Recent articles in Washingtonian, Real Simple, Women’s Health, American Baby, and Northern Virginia Magazine showcases and quotes her knowledge in make-up and labels her as an industry leader.

In addition to artistry, Stiles is a presenter for The Powder Group-- an organization uniting makeup artists worldwide with relevant industry information and career guidance. She has presented seminars nationally at The Artist Summit and The Makeup Shows.

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In My Zuca: Red Lipstick

November 7, 2010 By Victoria 1 Comment

Makeup by Victoria Stiles for Capitol File Magazine

Red lipsticks, these are a few of my favorite things…

I once heard if you wear red lipstick to a job interview, you are perceived as a confident, powerful woman, which can enhance your chances of landing the job. Personally I love red lipstick and it is my go to product of choice when I want to liven-up my own makeup.
Here are a few of my favorite red lipsticks that are in my ZUCA:

- OCC Makeup NSFW Lip Tar

- Yaby Cosmetics Chili Hot Lipstick

- Josie Maran Argan Oil Lipstick in Devious

- M.A.C. Cosmetics Ruby Woo Lipstick

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Beauty Around The Web: September 19, 2010

September 19, 2010 By Victoria 1 Comment

These crisp mornings and warm days, so typical of September, put us in the mood for change. What better way to freshen your routine than to treat yourself to some new beauty products? As always, we have a few suggestions for you.

Most of us credit Gaia for starting the Le Metiér de Beauté addiction that has inflicted all of us, but we digress. This week, she showed us how to make our makeup do double duty with Le Metiér de Beauté’s Magic Lustre Cream. Visit The Non-Blonde to find out how to transform your powder-based products into creamy glosses for eyes, cheeks, and lips!

Then head over to Beauty Info Zone Blog to find out why Marcia is adorning her nails with the four stunning nail polishes from Le Metiér de Beauté’s Le Cirque Collection.

One more treat for Le Metiér junkies – you need to read Amy’s feature on the Persephone Eye Kit at Café Makeup. You may not be able to find it, but you should see how pretty it is. Every Kaleidoscope is a wonder.

Sabrina, the gal with the perfect lips for modeling lipsticks, gave us a look at the coveted Chanel SoHo Story lip colors at The Beauty Look Book. All three formulas and shades are lust-worthy and worth the search.

Speaking of lip colors, did you know that Lancome created four new, limited-edition lipsticks in honor of the company’s 75th Anniversary? Kari showed us the sleek silver metal case, styled after the Eiffel Tower at Fab over Forty. By the way, if you haven’t read Jill Jonnes’s Eiffel’s Tower, it’s a great read!

Kelly is one brave blogger. At Gouldylox Reviews, she showed us in living color why Laura Geller’s Banish-n-Brighten Concealing Luminizer has earned a permanent place on her vanity.

Our pro makeup artist Vicki rolled out the premiere edition of Flawless Faces for All Races at Makeup Artist Backstage. Learn her simple techniques for creating a flawless look by watching her 10-minute video.

There’s breaking news at Product Girl! Laurie showed us the newest shade of Urban Decay’s iconic Eyeshadow Primer Potion – Greed. We may get greedy beating a path to Sephora to get one. You can even purchase a Sephora-exclusive, limited-edition kit with all four shades of Primer Potion.

Charlestongirl introduced us to Dior’s very limited-edition Tailleur Bar Haute Couture Look set at Best Things in Beauty. Lavender and grey eye shadows with popping pink lips pay homage to Dior’s legendary bar suit. Charlestongirl wants you to know that Neiman Marcus at Mazza Gallerie has offered her readers (and you insiders) an incredible deal. Just go to this link to see how you could win a $500 shopping spree.

Ending our week’s roundup on an amusing note, Anne showed us that some women will do anything to spruce up their looks before wedding day! Check out BeautyXposé to get the scoop on the latest E! network show.

Have a great weekend and remember…new beauty products are a great pick-me-up!

Filed Under: Hot Now Tagged With: beauty, cosmetics, Makeup, makeup artist, Skin

Weekend Roundup – June 27

June 27, 2010 By Victoria 1 Comment

Take a look at what our beauty blogging friends were up to this week as summer kicked into high gear. The heat and humidity didn’t slow us down!

Kari introduced us to Judith August and her cosmetics line at Fab over Forty. Love this quote: “I was born with a makeup brush in my mouth, not a silver spoon.”

Gaia joined the Shiseido Black Sand Smoothing Eyeliner Pencil fan club this week at The Non-Blonde. Find out why this eyeliner is a must-have and a shade that works for everyone.

Charlestongirl was converted to Edward Bess Cosmetics by that Non-Blonde. She showed us why Compact Rouge has landed on her list of multitasking cream blush favorites at Best Things in Beauty.

Kelly dispelled any doubts that Tarte’s Park Avenue Princess Matte Bronzer is waterproof. Head over to Gouldylox Reviews for the glowing proof.

At BeautyXposé, Anne (and esthetician Renée Rouleau) reminded us why our everyday activities can lead to more cumulative sun damage than lying on the beach now and then.

Ever heard of Beecology Bath & Body products? You’ll want to read Prime Beauty for Cindy’s frugal find. It’s good for you, and, it turns out, good for charity too!

We haven’t checked in on Debbi for awhile. Find out why St. Tropez Self-Tanning Mousse has left her gushing at DivaDebbi.

Once you get that tan, you’ll want to make it glow! Check out my recommendation, Urban Decay’s Midnight Cowboy Body Shimmer Lotion at Makeup Artist Backstage. It’s packed with good-for-your-skin ingredients too.

Laurie gave us a preview of Chanel’s Fall 2010 Makeup Collection at Product Girl. A few of us are in the “virtual line” to buy these gorgeous pieces the second they hit the stores! The commotion may rival the iPhone 4 hoopla!

Amber reviewed and swatched the new Bare Escentuals BUXOM Big & Healthy Lip Sticks at Beauty Junkies Unite. Will there be one of these goodies in your bag next month?

Want a sneak peek at Bobbi Brown’s Denim & Roses Collection? Find out why it put Lianne in the mood for fall at The Makeup Girl.

Stay cool – enjoy your weekend! Fall’s a long way off.

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Dear Mom, Happy Mother’s Day.

May 9, 2010 By Victoria 1 Comment

My mother, Oct 20 1951

My mother was not a huge makeup wearer but what she wore on her face was inspirational enough to spark my interest in the magical product. The thought of drawing on your face fascinated me to no end. She wore Maybelline black eye liner for brows and, for many years, a variation of red lipstick spread over numerous makeup brands including Revlon and CoverGirl. When I started working for M.A.C. in 1999, I introduced her to Lady Danger, a vibrant orange-red shade which quickly became her favorite.

I think I'm 9 or 10 here with my mother

As a young girl, I would fill in my brows with her black Maybelline pencil and paint my lips red. It wasn’t a beautiful look, per say, but it was HER look. My mother was born in 1936 so I blame the 40s and 50s for her influence in pencil thin brows and red lips, an Edith Piaf-esque look.

My mother would get after me for stealing her makeup to play with it on my own face. But I didn’t care. It was magical to me. Just the mere thought of being able to transform a face with color quickly became, and remains, an obsession.

Mom, we had our moments, particularly through the teen years, but in the end, you guided me to fulfill my dreams. For that I thank you and miss you everyday. You have no idea, or maybe you do, how many times I have gone to pick up the phone to share my latest good news of who I had the pleasure of working with that day. The motion of picking up the phone to call you catches me off guard every time because I forgot, momentarily, that you will not be answering my call. In that moment, my heart skips a beat, but I move forward and realize that you know and you are proud.

In dedication to my mother, Mary Martha, 1936-2002.