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Hot In The Hive: Philosophy Winter Escape Set

xgalexy@stylehive.com (Alex Gambardella) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:22:40 PST

What is it about festive drinks like hot apple cider and eggnog that gets me into the holiday mood (even when the unseasonable 70 degree weather outside is really betraying my pre-Christmas spirit)? No matter what the forecast, one sip of hot chocolate and I'm instantly transported out of my uncomfortable heels and straight to the ski lodge, all warm and cozy in a Snuggie (or not). But what's even better -- now you can enjoy the yummy winter-warmness of the season even in the shower! Philosophy's Winter Escape Set comes complete with a trio of peppermint hot chocolate-themed products: shower gel, lotion, and lip shine, all wrapped in an adorable winter cottage box. Sure, it's not the same as drinking cocoa by the fire (I'm pretty sure downing this won't taste good), but lathering up with anything cocoa and marshmallow-scented, paired with the comfy steaminess of your shower, is probably the next best thing! The set also makes a super cute gift to anyone who loves at-home pampering!

Price: $25
Who Found It: xgalexy was the first to add the Philosophy Winter Escape Set to the Hive.

Tone Down The Shimmer This Season With Matte Grey Makeup Shades

xgalexy@stylehive.com (Alex Gambardella) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:19:40 PST

Say so long to pearlescent gunmetal and chromed-out silvers -- matte grey is the hot beauty shade for the chilly season ahead! Matte nails have already taken the beauty world by storm, but now other makeup products are following in hot pursuit! From soft stone gray to rich chalky charcoal, there's something about matte grey that gives the face an unexpected warmer look than the more common frosty silver shades. While I've noticed that grey shadow seems to bring the best out of green peepers, it's hard to find someone who can't pull off a dark slate eyeliner in place of your basic black. Plus, mattifying your lids leaves room for shimmer elsewhere (ie: cheeks or lips) and helps ensure a balance so that your face doesn't end up looking like a shiny disco ball! Watch the slideshow for a series of grey shades to consider adding to your cosmetics collection!

WhatsWear Trend Alert: Simple Makeup

idabone@stylehive.com (Ida Hsiang) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:30:40 PST

Today, it is all about going au natural. Gone are the days of heavily done eyes and foundation. Makeup is no longer meant to cover skin, but complement it. Less is more and subtle is the way to go for spring/summer 2010. Instead of dramatic eyes, opt for just mascara and a highlighter in the corners of your eyes for a light and refreshed look. Swap out your foundation for a light bronzer. Heavy makeup will never stand up to the heat. A notable example of trend could be seen on the Miu Miu runway at Paris Fashion week. Models were done up in natural makeup, leaving little to the imagination. They even skipped the bronzer!

See more at WhatsWear.

Hot In The Hive: Tarte "Be Good To Your Mother (Earth)" Tote Set

xgalexy@stylehive.com (Alex Gambardella) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:18:40 PST

Just because Earth Day isn't even remotely close to approaching doesn't mean you shouldn't take every opportunity to treat our planet right! Tarte's Be Good To Your Mother (Earth) Tote Set is a trio of their SPF Lip Sheers encased in recycled aluminum that comes in a super-cute reusable cotton tote. Use the tote for more eco-friendly grocery shopping, or just use it as your everyday carry-all to spread the green love during the official Earth Day "off-season." And what better reason to splurge on a beauty buy than saving the world?

Price: $35
Who Found It: xgalexy was the first to add Tarte's Be Good To Your Mother (Earth) Tote Set to the Hive.

Brighten Up Your Fall Beauty Routine With Yellow Eyeshadow

PaulineM@stylehive.com (Pauline Montupet) — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:21:40 PDT

Bright primary colors and neon shades are perfect for waking up a winter wardrobe, and this trend is making its way into the beauty department as well. Pastel yellow is too weak to stand up to the bold clothing shapes that we're seeing right now-- these yellows are anything but mellow; they're bright, bright, bright. And while they may seem hard to wear, in actuality yellows and golds accent blue and green eyes and bring out the gold flecks in brown eyes. Sweep some over the entire lid for a look that's shiny and bright. Or, take a cue from the Marc Jacobs runways and pair with some smoky black liner for a high contrast look. You can even sweep it on the brow bone and out to the temple. Check out the slideshow for some products to get the look.

Hot In The Hive: Clinique BCA "Great Lips, Great Cause" Keychain

xgalexy@stylehive.com (Alex Gambardella) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 06:26:40 PDT

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month , Clinique, among a variety of other supportive beauty brands, is doing their part to spread awareness and benefit the cause with limited edition products sold exclusively at Sephora. Their BCA "Great Lips, Great Cause" Keychain is a pink ribboned product that actually does give back (because we've seen too many items for sale this month that don't donate any proceeds!); in fact, $10 of the $19 price tag is donated to BCRF! And if the sake of the great cause isn't enough motivation to buy, the keychain itself is totally cute and comes equipped with three of Clinique's top-selling Long Last Glosswear shades! You can't go wrong with a good bargain that's also a good deed! Grab one quick while it's still October!

Price: $19
Who Found It: xgalexy was the first to add Clinique's BCA Lipgloss Keychain to the Hive.

Hot In The Hive: R.I.P. Tombstone Nail Color

xgalexy@stylehive.com (Alex Gambardella) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 06:18:40 PDT

So far, we've given you lots of options for Halloween makeup, in case you're looking for an excuse to splurge on more dramatic products and shades you may normally not allow yourself to indulge in on any average day. But what if your beauty budget doesn't exactly allow for high-end costume-y makeup you know you'll never use again until it's way past its expiration date? Luckily, the lines carried at Sephora aren't the only ones boasting Halloween-friendly products -- bargain drugstore brands are going festive with their shades too. Wet 'N Wild's costume-specific line, Fantasy Makers, has just released their own mini-collection of R.I.P. Tombstone Nail Polish just for the spooky season. While the three different shades (shiny black, multicolored glitter, and a sheer glow-in-the-dark shade) are pretty "Halloweenie," they're inexpensive enough to be worth the splurge. Plus, the bottle is totally cute, in an appropriately morbid sort of way...

Price: $2.50 each
Who Found It: xgalexy was the first to add R.I.P. Tombstone Nail Color to the Hive.

Hot In The Hive: Michael Kors Very Hollywood Solid Perfume Cocktail Ring

facadeindreams@stylehive.com (Anna Yu) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 06:21:40 PDT

Ok, I can't be the only person who's ecstatic about the return of Michael Kors as a judge on Project Runway, right? I didn't know I could miss his clever and biting quips ("slutty slutty slutty" and "insane crotch" come to mind) more than Heidi Klum misses being pregnant. Michael Kors has the American sportswear market cornered with his sophisticated yet effortlessly styled clothing. So I wasn't surprised when browsing through Sephora that he's lent his name to various fragrances too. Of course, Michael understands the value of having something with multiple functions. His Very Hollywood Solid Perfume Cocktail Ring definitely fits the bill because it may look like a showstopping cocktail ring, but if you slide the gem over, it's also a solid perfume. The Very Hollywood perfume has notes of sparkling mandarin, gardenia, and vetiver for a fresh yet distinctive scent. Go ahead, dab some on at your pulse points and get ready to steal the show!

Price: $40
Who Found It: facadeindreams was first to add the Michael Kors Very Hollywood Solid Perfume Cocktail Ring to the Hive.

Nars Cosmetics Celebrates 15 Years With An Exclusive Celeb Photo Book!

xgalexy@stylehive.com (Alex Gambardella) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 05:19:40 PDT

Francois Nars, creative director and founder of the iconic cosmetics company Nars, is celebrating 15 years of success with a new project that honors two of his favorite past times. As an avid photographer, Nars will release 15 portraits of specially selected celebrities wearing his products in a new, limited-edition pictorial. Each celebrity chose his or her own favorite Nars product and their photograph reflects the product's inspiration. "15 x 15" will be sold exclusively at the project's site for 30 days starting November 12th at 8 PM, with only 1,500 copies up for grabs. Each book costs $80, but all the proceeds will be donated to charities hand-picked by the celebrities featured. Some of the faces to look forward to include Marc Jacobs, Isabella Rossellini, Amber Valleta, Naomi Campbell, Olivier Theyskens, and Shalom Harlow. Don't forget to check out our friends at WhatsWear for more news in the fashion and beauty worlds!

Ghoulish And Gorgeous Halloween Makeup To Complete Your Look!

xgalexy@stylehive.com (Alex Gambardella) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:20:40 PDT

If you're not exactly the most handy with an eyeliner brush, or even if you can't tell the difference between an eyeliner brush or an eyeshadow applicator, you may normally skip past beauty aisles and counters out of fear of the unknown... or the likelihood that you'll end up looking like something out of a horror movie if left to your own devices with a collection of shades. Luckily, Halloween is the one time of year where that look just might work in your favor! Costume makeup doesn't discriminate between the cosmetics-challenged and the beauty adept; even if you're not looking to go out as a drag queen, it can be fairly easy to complement your costume with the right Halloween-appropriate makeup. Dark nail polish is always an easy way to get festive, or take the opportunity to go full-out glam with gilded eye foil. Or if you're really that helpless when it comes to self-beautifying, these wild ColorOn eyeshadow appliques practically do all the work for you! Take a look at the slideshow for some perfect beauty picks to either look frightening or fetching on your night out!