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Pre-Order Ralph Lauren Fall 2016 Runway
By Joyce Huang on 2016/02/29As Fall 2016 fashion shows continue, Ralph Lauren is bringing you an early treat. You can pre-order select pieces that JUST hit the catwalks during NYFW. Marissa Lamé Skirt $5,990 Can we please wear this fierce skirt everywhere we go? Absolutely breathtaking and exquisite, we can’t even begin to express how in love we are with this intoxicating design. Dorian Velvet Coattail Jacket […] -
The Beauty of the 90’s
By Shannon Cavanagh on 2016/02/24The 90’s beauty brigade is back! Celebrities like Drew Barrymore, Cindy Crawford, Jennifer Aniston, Christy Turlington, Alicia Silverstone and Wynona Ryder set the pace for the beauty and hair trends that defined the decade. If you were a fan and all in when it came to: berry stained puckers, matte nude lips, nail polishes in unheard-of hues of blues and […] -
Skincare Series: 3 Essential Tips for 30-Somethings
By Susan Linney on 2016/02/22Welcome to your 30s—the time to seriously amp up your anti-aging game! During this decade, the natural processes that keep your skin young start to slow down. By incorporating these 3 habits into your routine, you’ll give your complexion the extra help it needs to continue to look healthy and young. 1. Embrace Exfoliation As cell turnover starts to decrease, […] -
4 Fashion Experts and Their New Season Picks
By Joyce Huang on 2016/02/21Selfridges & Co. caught up with four, fabulous, fashion influencers who have spilled the beans on their favorite pieces for the spring. See what designs they’re seriously craving. Isabella Burley, Editor-in-Chief, Dazed & Confused Chloe Leopard Coat $2,775 Saint Laurent Ankle Boots $700 Christopher Kane Heart Bag $495 Rebecca Lowthorpe, Fashion Director, Grazia Simone Rocha Sweater $475 Alexander McQueen Oversized […] -
Eyebrow Pencils for East Asian Brows
By Joyce Huang on 2016/02/16One of our LustreLife editors did a lot of research and tests to find the best eyebrow pencils for her East Asian coloring, and we had to share her comments and results with you. Here’s what she had to say about her experience: “A lot of beauty experts and bloggers suggested using either taupe, medium brown or dark brown pencils […] -
Interview Style: 3 Looks that Will Help Land Your Dream Job
By Holly Boyle on 2016/02/11They say you need to dress for the job you want, not the job you have. We couldn’t agree more. When interviewing for your dream job, it’s all about first impressions, because what you wear says as much about you as what you say. Your outfit should exude style and professionalism, but spiked with hints of your personality. Think about […] -
Made in LA: Frame Denim
By Shannon Cavanagh on 2016/02/09Denim and Los Angeles are one in the same thing. Lala land has been known for its denim design and manufacturing magic for decades. The laidback lifestyle, warm temps and celebrity quotient make for a rich heritage when it comes to dungarees. LA based Frame Denim nails it with its illustrious eye for detail on supple fabrics and most importantly: […] -
Winter Wedding Guest Style
By Holly Boyle on 2016/02/08Summer doesn’t have a hold on weddings. Winter ceremonies are just as elegant and beautiful. The only catch is the treacherous weather. And traversing to the ceremony in the middle of what can only be maybe the tenth snowstorm this year leaves you dreading your dear friend’s pending nuptials. Just because these wintertime “I Dos” exist during the coldest months […] -
1 Dress, 3 Dates: Valentine’s Day Edition
By Holly Boyle on 2016/02/04Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and your S.O. has promised a surprise celebration. No details, no hints, just a total surprise. While that sounds gloriously romantic in theory, you still need to be prepared style-wise or else cue the pre-date wardrobe panic attack. Because after all it is Valentine’s Day and it is imperative that you dress to […] -
Designer Spotlight: Self Portrait by Han Chong
By Shannon Cavanagh on 2016/02/03Launched a few shorts years ago, Self Portrait by Han Chong captures and conveys the ultimate la femme moderne. A contemporary collection artfully and consistently full of lace, peekaboo striping, corsets and, cutouts, Chong dexterously defines Self Portrait’s aesthetic along with his customer. Flattering, ladylike silhouettes are updated with partially lined mesh and lace alongside partially exposed mesh and lace. […]