Beauty Duty

Contributor YAZ TROLLOPE

Updated: 5 Incredibly Interesting Things I Learned This Week…

Tue, 30 August 2011 9:02AM

…and am dying to share with you, Primpers.

There’s something about being away and out of your day-to-day routine that makes you 10,000 times more inquisitive. I’m not sure if it’s the energy of this city, or the fact that I actually have time to look around, observe, take in, filter and learn, but either way Primpers, I feel like I’m getting smarter on this holiday. Brilliant!

What’s even more brilliant is the fact that you now have your own little Cluedo, working tirelessly to bring you new trends and interesting snippets of information so that you don’t have to do all the searching. You can just read, enjoy, take notes, and tell your friends – so that you then become the Cluedo of your circle of buddies. Sound good? I thought so.

Let’s take a look at what’s been going down in my ‘hood this week. Aside from Hurricane Irene.

1. Nude Pedi’s are all the rage

Just in case my little How To video on newspaper-print nails wasn’t enough to send you straight to the OPI counter, I thought I’d update you on yet another fun little nail trend taking place in NYC – Nude Pedi’s. This season, it’s all about keeping your brights, or darks, or metallics on the bench for just a bit, so that nude polish can have its moment in the spotlight (read: on your toes). If you’re after something with just a touch of colour, ask your nail lady to put a sheer, shimmery top coat over the top. I love the idea of an orange, or lilac, but why not go for pink or green if you’re in the mood. Fun, right?

Here’s some inspiration…

Jessica Simpson (who needs to go up a shoe size)

Victoria Justice who went for a very sheer nudey pink

2. A/W ’11 ad campaigns are awesome inspiration

I wrote about this for Refinery29 the other day (epic career highlight) and am so excited by the concept of ‘borrowing’ not just the style from the high-end fashion campaigns, but the beauty too. My picks were Prada, Jil Sander and Tom Ford, all of which had stunningly wearable looks that were, of course, insanely on trend. The best bit? You don’t need a pro to achieve them for you, just head into your bathroom and go for (beauty) gold.

Prada Autumn ’11 Campaign

3. Plumgundy handbags are a new season must-have. Yes, I made that colour up.

I love the fact that colour is so big on fashion’s agenda right now. Sure, nude neutral tones always look sleek but when you jazz them up with a pop of colour in plum, or burgundy, suddenly you look all the more fabulous. Hooray! My current obsession (hey it’s healthy) is this Proenza Schouler bag…

However, if I want to eat this month I might have to settle for this trusty Marc Jacobs one instead. We’ll see.

4. Chanel Is Launching An Extensive New Foundation Line

And it’s called Perfection Lumière (please allow a moment of silence to absorb this tremendous news). I am a huge fan of Vita Lumiere Aqua (so much so I wore it on my wedding day), so the thought of having an entire new range of Chanel Foundations to play with is beyond exciting to me. According to Chanel’s creative director for makeup, Peter Philips, this makeup uses special technology to create a ‘second skin’ for the face. The foundations also have special light reflecting pigments, as well as special powders to blur out any imperfections and make you look, well, perfect. Add to that a shade range of 23 shades globally (we’re only getting 6 but that’s still a good mix); a 15-hour stay-put time, AND, a semi matte finish so anyone can enjoy it. Even if you have super oily skin. Or insanely dry skin. I’m sold!

Perfection Lumière will launch in Australia on the 2nd of October, $86

5. Esperanza Spalding is all jazzed up and ready to roll

If you’re yet to hear of Esperanza Spalding, there’s a high chance you will in the coming months, Primpers. This chic is taking over the world, one jazz riff at a time, and is the only jazz musician to ever win a Grammy for Best New Artist (sorry Bieber fans, she stole it from right under his nose). Her latest album, ‘Chamber Music Society’, is the reason most of America has fallen in love with this big haired, small boned woman with a whole lot of soul and some seriously killer vocals. Can’t wait for her next album ‘Radio Music City’ due out here in February.

She’s even on the cover of the New York Times ‘T’ Style Magazine…

Check her out, you’ll fall in love too. I’m sure of it…

Tell me Primpers…

What do you think of these 5 new trends?

Anything take your fancy?

Have you heard of Esperanza Spalding?

What about the Chanel foundation – you excited?

Posted by: Yasemin Trollope

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Posted by: Emma-1303093844 Master Fan // Tue, 30 August 2011 09:52am

Wow! A line of Chanel foundations, I’m beyond excited!
Posted by: Coconal Master Fan // Tue, 30 August 2011 09:53am

That plumgundy bag looks gorgeous! I can totally see myself rocking it! Love the colour.

I’m also quite keen on waiting for the new Chanel foundation, but I have grave doubts that I’ll be able to find a colour that suits me, given that we’ll only be getting six shades…oh well!
Posted by: bree90 Enthusiast // Tue, 30 August 2011 10:05am

I’m a bit confused as to the actual look of the nail trend, any pictures? I think I will still rock my brights anyway, I stocked up on bright OPI shades at the Sydney Beauty Expo in anticipation for summer!

I shall have to go to Myer to check out the Chanel foundations, I’ve seen them but I’m always too nervous to approach given their pricetag and the fact that I always feel bad about not purchasing after a sales assistant gives me their spiel.
Posted by: Fashionista8P Master Fan // Tue, 30 August 2011 10:14am

I would LOVE one of those bags.. soooooo beautiful
Posted by: Deavine Enthusiast // Tue, 30 August 2011 10:41am

I often prefer muted shades of colour on my tootsies preferring to rock bolder colours on my hands so this trend is very in line with my style!

The girls in that particular campaign photo have amazing porcelain like skin, loving their rosy cheeks.

As with the bags – definitely way out of my price bracket but a girl can always admire them, right?

Very excited about the new Chanel foundations and hey lets all remember we can always import the other 17 shades we’re going to miss out on from the internet (thank you technology) if we can’t find our match here, WIN-WIN.

Spalding’s voice i new to me but I am so glad I have now stumbled across her that girl’s got it going onnnnnnnnnnn.

Love this post Yas thanks for bringing us some exciting trends. Hope you didn’t get blown away by Irene x
Posted by: strawbsundae Master Fan // Tue, 30 August 2011 10:48am

I’m am totally eyeing out for the new Chanel Perfection Lumière foundation!
Posted by: lilyofthevalley // Tue, 30 August 2011 11:19am

I have never owned a Chanel foundation but so desperately want to. I will one day. The bags look like a real hit. Love them both. Love the plumgundy name too Yaz ! Never heard of Esperanza. AND…….just yesterday i needed a bit of colour to pick me up and got a rimmel nailpolish – tangerine for half price and decided to paint my toes with it. Now everytime i look at my toes i get a pleasant surprise and burst of colour.!!
Posted by: Becca Master Fan // Tue, 30 August 2011 11:26am

I had a pedi on Sunday and chose a nude gold polish, I just couldn’t resist.
Love the idea of Chanel:)
Posted by: Yasemin Turker Enthusiast // Tue, 30 August 2011 11:27am

I’ve updated it just for you Bree90. Enjoy the pics. yx
Posted by: katiemoo Enthusiast // Tue, 30 August 2011 11:32am

YAZ… so much fabulous info for me to soak up!! THANKS!!

Loveing the plumgundy pop of colour and very exciting news about the foundation!

Ive started rocking a nude nail already! Yay!!
Posted by: Brissy Gal // Tue, 30 August 2011 12:50pm

Can’t help but have a little giggle at all the toes hanging over the edges of those shoes! These girls need to accept they have bigger feet and go up a size
Posted by: Verity // Tue, 30 August 2011 12:59pm

Hooray for a new line of Chanel foundations. Am annoyed that we’ll only get to see 6 shades IRL, though. Why not supply all 23 in Australia? We pale people always have to source our Chanel foundations from the Internet. boo hoo.
Posted by: NatMon Master Fan // Tue, 30 August 2011 02:10pm

New Chanel foundation, awesome! I also love the handbags.
Posted by: Louise-1295043242 Master Fan // Tue, 30 August 2011 02:12pm

I do love my brights but can’t go past a nice nude colour for the toes for a nice event, like a cocktail party!

I like a pretty pastel pink, and when I miss my metallics too much I cover it over with a pink metallic colour for a bit more fun!
Posted by: xKMS Master Fan // Tue, 30 August 2011 02:15pm

whoa jess simpson definitely needs bigger shoes!! ick… and i know what you mean about the proenza schouler bag!! i looked them up last time i was in Saks5thAve – just slightly out of my price range :S :S + that new chanel foundation sounds awesome, but very low SPF..
Posted by: Karen-1298334769 Master Fan // Tue, 30 August 2011 02:43pm

Love the handbags!!
Posted by: Julie Rodwell // Tue, 30 August 2011 02:46pm

Chanel foundation takes my fancy oh and those bags a must have!
I though I was the only one to have ugly toes.
Posted by: SydneyRose Devotee // Tue, 30 August 2011 03:02pm

Absolutely love the Proenza Schouler bag!

I never heard of Esperanza Spalding until your blog, Yaz. She has such a soothing beautiful voice. It’s perfect for this type of jazz.

I’m so looking forward to Chanel’s new Perfection Lumière foundations. Can’t wait!
Posted by: Roxymisha // Tue, 30 August 2011 03:25pm

Esperanza is fab. The Chanel foundations will be great to trial.
Posted by: hankandstyle // Tue, 30 August 2011 03:51pm

As a recent convert to Chanel Vita Lumiere (thanks to Zoe’s recommendations), I can’t wait for this new foundation as Vita Lumiere is hard to improve on. It’s amazing!!
Posted by: beautybabe111 Master Fan // Tue, 30 August 2011 04:39pm

Yaz, hope you survived Irene okay!

Love the look of the bags and the chanel foundation looks so elegant!

PS: I miss your old frequent blog posts
Posted by: zoeeangelaa Master Fan // Tue, 30 August 2011 05:24pm

Shoes that are too small look terrible!
Super excited about new Chanel foundations though.
Posted by: nita01 Master Fan // Tue, 30 August 2011 06:16pm

I want to try the Chanel foundation. It looks amazing, I wish it wasn’t so expensive though. And I also love the plum coloured bag, gorgeous colour.
Posted by: Jannz Enthusiast // Tue, 30 August 2011 06:20pm

Their feet look ridiculous in those shoes, surely they can’t be comfortable? I like their polishes though, esp. the light pink. That Chanel foundation sounds wonderful. I’ve always wanted to try their foundations, and the fact this one is ‘semi-matte’ should mean it’s good for my combo skin.
Posted by: tegania11 Master Fan // Tue, 30 August 2011 06:50pm

great post Yaz! i am glad to hear that you are enjoying your holiday. I would love to try the new chanel foundation but I hear it is going to be about 86 dollars, which is more than i can justify on a foundation. sad
Posted by: GorgeousEmeralds Master Fan // Tue, 30 August 2011 07:37pm

That Proenza Schouler bag is a real beauty but i would be scared or marking the suede so the Marc Jacobs would also be a safer choice.

I am surprised that Jessica would even step out of the house with her toes poking out like that, or is that meant to be a fashion statement?
Posted by: Bridals // Tue, 30 August 2011 09:20pm

So much exciting news im doing a happy dance and I adore esperanza!
Posted by: Seren // Wed, 31 August 2011 09:25am

Love Esperanza Spalding , Jazz is so calming an good for a quiet dinner back ground music with love one.
Posted by: shakethatbeauty Supporter // Wed, 31 August 2011 10:46am

Cant wait to try this new line of Chanel Foundations. I love trying new foundations but always seem to come back to the Chanel Pro-Lumiere range. Just love it!
Posted by: Julieow Master Fan // Wed, 31 August 2011 12:42pm

Jess S always has the toe hangover thing going on , I never understand it!

Am gunning to try this Chanel foundation, no other longwear can replace Estee Lauder Double Wear for me, but I wish it had a bit more of a glow factor, so have high hopes for the Chanel!!
Posted by: Bantam Master Fan // Wed, 31 August 2011 01:05pm

The bags look great, I want to try that Chanel foundation so bad and I’ve never heard of Esperanza before. And I am on the lookout for a pair of pinky nude heels!!
Posted by: Laura-1300235498 Enthusiast // Wed, 31 August 2011 03:35pm

That Chanel hits Oz right near my birthday. How very convenient!
Posted by: ellie01 Enthusiast // Wed, 31 August 2011 07:21pm

So excited about the new chanel foundation. It sounds just about perfect! I will also be bringing out some nude nails this season as well (although I don’t think I could go that long without wearing something bright and fun!). In fact I was just thinking that tonight I might try out the newspaper nails!
Posted by: Tina-1291133452 Master Fan // Fri, 2 September 2011 01:34am

love nude nailpolish! im so excited about the chanel foundation
Posted by: Fashionista8P Master Fan // Sun, 11 September 2011 04:29pm

lol i just looked back at this article and saw the shoes and the toe hangover… eek!
Posted by: crystaldance Enthusiast // Wed, 14 September 2011 11:52pm

Love, love, love all five trends!! That Chanel foundation sounds amazing!
Posted by: lovefashionangel Master Fan // Sat, 17 March 2012 08:49pm

Haha she does need to go up a shoe size