It’s Fashion Week. And while a great deal of focus is given to the runway, our Beauty Editor revels in the goings-on backstage. Follow Felicia all week long as she shares her backstage beauty notes from Jason Wu, Alice + Olivia, Wes Gordon, Helmut Lang, Misha Nonoo, and more. Want to know our beauty essentials for …

Fashion Week is upon us. Today it all begins. And for all of the chic LBD’s, sky-scrapping heels and heart pumping excitement associated with Fashion City’s big week, we must admit — gracefully going from desk to Lincoln Center, to Milk Studios, to the West Side Highway, then back to Lincoln Center (sometimes twice a day) requires a …

Let’s be honest — Valentine’s Day is all about the girls. It’s our time to shine! We get to primp and prance, while the poor guy sweats out the really important tasks like arranging dinner (many weeks in advance if he’s a thinking man) and selecting the ideal gift. But for us girls, is all about setting the mood. Follow our …

This super sweet DIY manicure appeals to our inner romantic. Don’t just wear your heart on your sleeve, wear it on your nails, too! Follow along: Supplies: YSL La Laque Couture in Rouge Expressioniste (212 872 8654) — Dior Vernis in Rosy Bow (212 872 8980) — Binder Ring Enforcements 1. After prepping nails with a base …

Think you need a steady hand and expert precision to create a stunning winged cat eye? Think again. Our easy step-by-step tutorial makes achieving a tightly winged line as easy as. . . well, follow along: [And for tips on keeping lids youthful, our Beauty Editor shares the in's and out's of selecting the best essentials for your eyes.] Supplies: Transparent Tape …

We love our statement-making lips. Oh, yes we do. But nothing makes a statement-making lip more impactful than soft, supple lips underneath your color of choice. Learn to create a simple DIY Lip Scrub & keep your pout perfectly plump, smooth, and of course — kissable! [Need help keeping skin nourished this winter? Check out our …

We’re determined to make 2013′s color of the year wearable…on eyes. Sure — an Emerald bauble is absolutely divine & an Emerald cashmere sweater is quite dear. But, Emerald eyes? We sense you’re not convinced. Think you can’t sport this rich, lively shade with confidence? Think again! Follow our step-by-step tutorial as we show you how to embrace Emerald on lids. We …

With the start of a new year, we are full of energy and ideas to improve our health and appearance, with all the best intentions to follow through.  By the end of the month, some of that drive has lessened and often the results of our good intentions aren’t very apparent.  I believe it’s because …

Let’s admit it, ladies! We have this thing for wanting what we don’t have. Take for example — hair. Curly girls always envy straight. And straight-haired girls long for the texture and volume of curly. For curly girls, straight hair envy is easily remedied with a good blowout. In a matter of 30-45 minutes (depending on length) …

Are longer lashes and more youthful lids on your beauty wish list for 2013? Well, achieving the aforementioned requires a multi-pronged approach, but no worries — we’ve got you covered. Our tried and true tactics for achieving brow-grazing fringe will have your lashes a flutter in as little as two weeks. Trust us! Start with proper treatment. Care for …