SUPER BOWL: THE CHICEST

Only the Super Bowl could bring together rough and tumble football with a high-fashion mega diva and creative commercials. No matter what team you were rooting for, no viewer was disappointed by the jaw-dropping performance Beyonce put on, along with her army of digitized dancers and surprise guests Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams!

Ms. Sasha Fierce took to the stage in a leather and lace corset by Rubin Singer and Proenza Schouler heels. Her performance included some of her best hits, opening with “Love on Top” and continuing with “Crazy in Love”. 

Michelle Williams and Kelly Rowland literally popped out from the stage to join Beyonce and formed a Destiny’s Child reunion (Charlie’s Angels-style) performing “Bootylicious”, “Independent Women” and “Single Ladies”!

Beyonce killed it in the beauty department! A gray smoky eye with shimmers of copper intensified her eyes and her gold chevron manicure made certain that every last detail was perfect!

On to the chicest commercials of the night!

The Vegas showgirls in the Coca-Cola commercial oozed glamour, especially when they shot glitter at their race opponents! And who wouldn’t want to travel with their girlfriends in that pink bus? Did you know you can even vote to decide who the winner of the race will be? I guess you know our vote...

Next we have the Mercedes-Benz commercials featuring Kate Upton. Even though she doesn’t even do any real washing in the car wash commercial, the only thing hotter than a Mercedes CLA is Kate Upton. Kate wears a totally different look in the second Mercedes-Benz commercial going old-Hollywood glam in a Marilyn Monroe-esque white gown and retro waves. 

What did YOU think about the Super Bowl? Any favorites we didn't mention? Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Pinterest!

MODEL OF THE MOMENT

Meet runway newcomer and Chic "model of the moment" Yumi Lambert!

With piercing emerald eyes and porcelain skin, this Half-Belgain, half-Japanese beauty is one to watch! This unique beauty has graced the runways of Marc by Marc Jacobs, Prada, Armani, Missoni, Chanel, Dior, Miu Miu (just to name a few!) and was awarded a spot in the model.com “Top 10 Newcomers” for S/S13. Not to mention, she accomplished all this before the age of 17!

Fun fact: Her real name is Laura! Yumi is her second Japanese name.

So what’s next for Karl Lagerfeld’s newest muse? With a face and ambition like Yumi’s, she is sure to skyrocket straight to top-tier editorials and runways all over the world!

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SAG BEAUTY AWARDS

Once again the red-carpet was filled with a bevy of beauties at the 2013 Screen Actors Guild Awards. But we started to wonder: "Who sent out the celeb-wide note outlining the official look of the night as a deep side part, romantic waves and a ruby red pout?" While we have many faves from this year’s SAG awards, we found these three beauty looks especially stunning because they broke the mold and dared to do something a little different! 

Only Kelly Osbourne could manage to make lavender locks look completely classic! The Fashion Police co-host hit a high note as she daringly paired a firetruck red lip with her purple up-do. What can we learn from Kelly? Don't be afraid of color!

There's just something about French women! Marion Cotillard debuted her sophisticated and sleek chin-length bob on the SAG carpet. Along with her thick, groomed brows, the cut frames her face perfectly and shows off her beautiful blue eyes. 

With a red head of barely-there curls, cat eye makeup, and plump pink lips, Jessica Chastain was a real-life Jessica Rabbit.  We can't get enough of her glow!

What are your thoughts about the SAG beauty looks? Do you think award season is off to a good start? Keep up with everything red-carpet and Chic via our Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.

PEEK INTO OUR CHIC KIT

Ever wondered what products the pros use? Take an exclusive peek into our very own CHIC kit! 

 BH Cosmetics 36 Color Eyeshadow and Blush Palette

Our featured product is this fabulous palette, complete with 30 eyeshadow shades and 6 blushes is ideal for creating a range of looks. It includes neutral shades for everyday, dark grays and blacks for a perfect smokey eye and shimmery jewel-tones. Peach, pink and gold shades in both matte and shimmer create a flawless flush and a natural glow on just about any skin tone!

For perfect blush application, we recommend this Sigma F10 brush.

Other brands in our makeup kit include:

MAC Cosmetics

Cinema Secrets

Burt’s Bees

Makeup Forever

Graftobian

And each Chic Studios NYC grad receives one upon completion of our 4-week program!

You can see the complete products in our kit on our Pinterest board. You can also keep up with everything Chic on our Facebook and Twitter! Until next week dahlings!

CHIC ICON: Jayne Mansfield

Meet our latest Chic Icon, one of Hollywood’s original blonde bombshells: Jayne Mansfield!

 Multifaceted and multitalented, Jayne was an actress in many hit films and television shows, on Broadway, a singer and one of the early Playboy Playmates. 

The buxom blonde quickly rose to stardom in 1957, winning a Golden Globe for “New Star of the Year”. 

Jayne was the proud owner of “The Pink Palace”, a mansion she bought in Beverly Hills. The luxurious abode was so given the name because everything in it was pink, Jayne’s favorite color (we can’t blame her for loving the hue)! 

Keep up with all things Chic on our Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest!

Burberry Beauty Tutorial: Effortless Look

What do we love today? Effortless Makeup!!! Learn how to create flawless, radiant skin by applying your blush, and highlighting your face!
This makeup look is presented by Burberry Beauty Artistic Consultant, Wendy Rowe on British model Cara Delevingne.

POWER of Sisters.

Every relationship is unique but the bond between sisters is especially powerful. The twin birth rate in the United States is approximately 32 twin live births per 1,000 live births. Some researchers have found that having close connections can lead to healthier, more fulfilling lives. No wonder sisters often choose the same life path and become famous singers, models and designers together!!!



1. Beyonce and Solange Knowles.

Solange Knowles is a recording artist, actress and model. has always been compared by the media to her sister, Beyoncé, whom she considers one of her role models. Solange is one of the newest Rimmel London's faces.

2. Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen.

CDFA, June 6th, 2011


At CDFA The Olsen twins presented their own bag designs from 2011 Fall Collection. Mary-Kate Olsen and her twin sister, Ashley, have been famous their entire live. The style icons, fashionistas and designers have been working hard: the clothing line in Wal-Mart stores in 2004 as well as their beauty line called "Mary-Kate and Ashley: Real fashion for real girls". The twins became the faces of upscale fashion line Badgley Mischka in 2006, and launched own new couture fashion label "The Row" named after the famous Savile Row of London.

3. Gisele and Patricia Bundchen.

Gisele was discovered by Elite when she was 14 years old. The girl was having lunch at McDonald's. She started her career and moved to New York soon. Gisele has done ads and runway shows for various fashion houses including Valentino, Zara, Bvlgari, Tommy Hilfiger, Chloe, Celine, Versace, Christian Dior, Michael Kors, Ralph Lauren, Victoria's Secret, and Dolce & Gabbana by now.

the Chic News: The HOTTEST EVENTS in NYC this SPRING!!

1. From May 4 to July 31 Costume Institute exhibition at The Metropolitan Museum of Art presents Alexander McQueen's iconic designs. The show's focus is on his exceptional pieces, and the designer's contribution to fashion.

“Right after he died, I wrote Born This Way.” Lady GAGA She was particularly struck when the release date for the song turned out to be the anniversary of McQueen’s death.

2. THE MAKEUP SHOW. The professional makeup industry will come together to celebrate the craft of the professional makeup artist for the sixth time - at the global epicenter of beauty and fashion - New York City. MAY 15th-16th!! We are happy to announce that Chic Studios NYC are at the show this year, please come to visit us!! Check it out at

3. LADY GAGA is on tour!! NY loves Lady Gaga and she loves NY> The Monster Ball Tour is the second worldwide concert tour by Lady Gaga...

4. Chelsea Handler is performing at Beacon Theatre on May 21st!!!!
The most cute comedian ever, as well as a humorist, television host, actress, model, and best-selling author.

5. Fergie at Macy’s Herald Square for Fergie Footwear. The Celebrity visited Macy's on April 21st to celebrate her new collection of shoes.
Check it out at FergieShoes.com Looked perfect and made people happy: everybody had a chance to get his picture taken with Fergie)

!!!!Help Your Skin: 5 Easy Tips for Beautiful and Healthy Skin by Chic Studios NYC

Lemon to clear, Water to hydrate, Carrots to smooth, Avocado to
moisturize and Oysters to regenerate.....

Make your skin look great by adding CARROTS to your daily nutrition.
Carrots are rich in antioxidants as well as vitamins A, C and K.
Believe it or not but carrot juice is great for dry skin, makes it
look smoother and firmer. In Europe carrot oil has been used in night
creams, body lotions,and lip sticks for ages. Besides, it's a proven fact
that these veges reduce the risk of heart deceases, improve digestion.
Good to know that Vitamin A is important for your eyesight.

Fresh air and lots of water!!!
Every cell of our body consists of water. Keep your energy level on
top and prevent your skin from dehydration by drinking 8-10 glasses
of water every day. If you are trying to cut a couple of pounds, water
could be a solution! It decreases your appetite naturally and helps
your body metabolize stored fat as well.

AVOCADO calms and soothes irritated skin and many skin care products
are infused with avocado oil. It is rich in vitamins A, B, D and E , great
for sensitive skin: mush an avocado and simply apply it as a mask.
Help you skin look moisturized and silky!

Do you like OYSTERS? Did you know that they are enriched with zinc
that helps your skin produce collagen and maintain elasticity? What
could be better than clear, young looking skin? Oysters are the best
weapon afainst acne, zinc reactions help stimulate cell growth which
is a great treatment for scars, post acne as well.

Feels good to use some LEMON for your skin! 3 teaspoons of lemon
juice, 1 teaspoon of honey and a little water mixed together will leave your
skin clean and light. Lemon juice is great for oily skin
helping clear the excess oils from the face. Vitamin C prevents the
aging process. Young looking, clear, glowing even-tone skin and
these benefits are achieved with the help of only one product-lemon.

Chic Studios grads - a night of Runway Makeup!

Chic Studios NYC grads reunited for a night of fashion, fun, and a good cause! Our talented alumni worked with key artist, famed Lazarus the Makeup Man, for all models at the Global Fashion Show to benefit the Bisila Bokoko African Literacy Project, held on October 22nd, 2010 at F.I.T.

Not only did the grads get to hone their skills and experience, but worked on two former America’s Next Top Model contestants, Amina from Season 12, and Fatima, from Season 10.
Former Chic graduate Rosemary Kokuhilwa created the event, which featured emerging fashion designers from around the globe.

Take a look at some of the exclusive backstage photos of our stars in action! Great job to all the artists who participated:

Lindsey Aldrich
Rani Shortland
Agnes Barnat
Roxana Beltran
Diedre Garcia
Yvonne Chevere
Jaret Rodriguez
Gayle Carbajal
Marcia Cudjoe-Forrest
Sushmita Singh
Adrienne Deekman
Joana Rodeira
Colleen Thomas
You girls made us proud!

-chic

HEATWAVE! Stay cool, fresh, and gorgeous!

It is an undeniable truth that summers in NYC are brutal. As women, we've had to alter our beauty routines in the summer in order to accommodate the unavoidable truth: by the end of the day, we are no longer the shimmering, dewy, beach goddess we once were just hours before, but have transformed int an indecipherable, overheated, melting, frizzy, sweaty, mess. C'mon, Let's be honest.

Luckily for us, there are some AMAZING products to help us plow through the scorching city days, still looking and feeling fab!

First, keep your skin cool with Evian Mineral Spray. Just a quick spritz of this light mist will keep your skin feeling fresh, hydrated, and cool throughout the day.

Lips feeling a bit sun-kissed? Einstein's Lip Therapy Cooling Relief (from co-creator of Hard Candy) has a little cool burst upon application. With use of both vitamins A and E, it will keep your lips cool, soft, and moist.

FUN FACT: July 6th is National Kissing Day! Prime your lips with Einstein's Lip Therapy Cooling Relief, followed by MAC lipstick in Neon Orange, for a crazy, sexy, cool color combination that will be sure to give your honey some summer fever!

Lastly, get your shine on with a classic XXX Shine Lipgloss by Urban Decay. With it's peppermint tingle and lustrous luminosity, you'll be sure to put your best lips forward.

we take it personally

For the girl who has everything, or wants everything, shopping can be quite tricky. Leave it to Too Faced Cosmetics to bring a never-see-it-coming option for the princesses in your life with their "Design Your Palette" set.

Here's how it works --

1. Select the shades that work best for your friend/niece/Mama/etc from their best selling products.

2. Design the custom cover using signature TF designs. So easy to hide a gift idea re-do!

3. Finally, personalize the gift tag being cheeky or chic.

For $35, it's the gift that no one else would think of. We'll take ours in pink, please!

Snag yours in time for the holidays at http://www.toofaced.com/palette.asp