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Bridal Beauty for Fall 2023: Say Yes to The Dress … and the Hair and Makeup, Too!

October 20, 2022 by admin 1 Comment

So, you found your dream dress, so now the hard part is over, right? Well, yes and no. After you’ve identified the gown for that very special day, there’s still a lot of decisions to make. How are you going to style your hair? What type of veil do you want, or do you want to skip one altogether? Do you keep your makeup simple or dare to go a little more glamorous?

If you find yourself a little unsure of how to style your final look, New York Bridal Week has all the inspiration you need to make sure you’re looking fabulous for your “I do’s.”

Here’s how the bridal experts style for that very special day:

Image courtesy of Anne Barge

A Strapless Gown

All about Serenity, Anne Barge’s stunning wedding dresses featured many different strapless styles with sweetheart necklines, straight across and even asymmetrical ones in luxurious embroidered jacquard fabrics, to touches of organza. To keep things simple, hair was left down or brushed back into a wrapped around ponytail, which really spoke to the rolling hills of Kentucky (where the designer grew up) and the calm English countryside.

Images courtesy of Atelier PR

A Backless Wedding Dress

Ines Di Santo paired her backless gowns with an elegant braided updo adorned with flowers and middle part which added something special to the hair without taking away from the gown. Add a few wispy pieces to keep it light and airy. While you may choose to skip (or keep) the strands of pastel extensions and colorful flowers, a braided updo is the perfect way to show off gowns with low backs.

Images courtesy of Pexel and Dan Lecca for Kleinfeld

A Wedding Jumpsuit or Pant Set

For the untraditional bride, a bridal jumpsuit or wedding dress is a gorgeous option. This season several designers featured pieces perfect for the bride who doesn’t want to wear a dress.

Pnina Tornai’s white sequin dimensional-flower lace jumpsuit with flared pant, long sleeves and a low scoop back is ideal for the non-traditional bride still looking to make an elegant statement. Maticevski’s sleek cigarette pants pair well with structured tops and cut-away dresses for the bride looking for a more structured look.

Pnina Tornai featured a very simple sleek bun to not draw attention away from custom lace detailing and low back. For that reason, both designers skipped the customary veil which would detract from the overall look.

Fashion Reverie recommends adding a little something extra with a bright lip or a graphic eye, which would pair so well with either style.

Images courtesy of Pexel and Nadia Manjarrez

A Simple Silhouette

A dress with cleaner lines void of lace, beading and tulle allows you to go in many different directions, from traditional and simple, to a bit more fun.

Maticevski’s collection of structural gowns and separates showcasing an occasional ruffle, a bit of ruching and shirring, and many an exposed zipper is a great example of a collection that would pair well with a graphic white eyeliner for the bride ready to add a little more edge to their look.

While Fashion Reverie loves a bridal week trend, the most important thing is that you find a look that you love and feel amazing in. So, take this list as inspiration rather than set rules and adapt it to fit your taste and style. No matter what you choose, as long as you feel good, that’s all that matters. Cheers to your big day – it’s going to be perfect!

Janine Silver

Top Beauty Trends from New York Bridal Week Fall 2023

October 19, 2022 by admin 7 Comments

Images courtesy of Pnina Tornai

After a few years of COVID-19 shutdowns, Bridal Week this season applauded the return of weddings. Pulling out all the stops, some designers showcased new collections again, the first time since the outbreak. As designer Pnina Tornai explained, “this collection is all about celebrating love as we used to pre-COVID and understanding that two are better than one.”

Designers outdid themselves with showstopping gowns and separates, and styled them (sometimes unexpectedly) with accessories, hairstyles, and makeup for their fall 2023 collections.

Here are some of the top bridal week beauty trends to try this season, even if you’re not heading to the chapel!

Images courtesy of NARS and Bobbi Brown

Blushing Brides

Rosy cheeks and weddings go hand-in-hand, so, it was no surprise to see lots of blush once again on the runways and presentation floors of New York Bridal Week.

For a bright shade, Bobbi Brown’s blush in Pale Pink gives a nice pink hue. Or if you’re looking for a more natural flush, try another favorite, NARS blush in Orgasm, a favorite among brides and designers since it debuted several years ago.

Images courtesy of Instagram

Colorful Hair Pieces

Who says you need to wear head-to-toe white on your big day? At Reem Acra, gorgeous white lace dresses were paired with slicked back buns and colorful veils.

Ines Di Santo’s presentation also played with color not only in her gowns which were shades of lilac, blush, and even pale blue, but also in the models’ hair. Peter Gray and his team applied and braided colorful extensions for each model in shades of pink, purple and blue. Next, the pastel streaked braids were pinned into an updo and adorned with colorful flowers.

Images courtesy of Anne Barge

Pearl Statement Earrings

Instead of dainty earrings, Anne Barge’s collection paired strapless gowns donning detachable sleeves with statement-making chandelier earrings featuring strands of pearls and single tear-shaped pearls as well, to complement the rich fall fabrics.

Brown Eyeliner

For a softer look, skip the traditional black. At Ines Di Santo, Cassandra Garcia, Lead Makeup Artist with Bobbi Brown lined eyes with Long Wear Cream Shadow in shades, Taupe and Cinnamon and used Golden Amber in the inner corners for an elegant eye, perfect for any upcoming nuptials.

Hats

In shades of cream and white, hats were another big accessory showcased at Anne Barge. Marrying the old and new and bringing hats back to the wedding scene is a great way to add something a little extra on your big day.

Images courtesy of Atelier PR

Matte Pink Lips

A soft matte lip pairs so well with bridal looks, so much so that many designers featured various shades of matte pink. At Ines Di Santo, Garcia chose Bobbi Brown’s Boss Pink Luxe Matte Lip Color to pair with the fairytale collection.

Have a favorite bridal trend from fall 2023 collections? Let us know! From traditional to modern, this season had something for everyone!

—Janine Silver

Top Beauty Trends from NYFW Spring 2023

September 19, 2022 by admin 5 Comments

New York Fashion Week’s (NYFW) spring 2023 collections featured lots of bright colors and fun spring styles paired with soft beauty looks with an occasional pop.

Fashion is changing slowly with some designers switching to a buy now model rather than having to wait till next spring, but no matter if designers are offering collections early or not, there’s tons of spring beauty trends that work so well now for fall! Steal some of your favorite looks from the catwalk and be ahead of the curve!

These are Fashion Reverie’s top trends from NYFW:

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90s Baby

In fashion and beauty what’s old is new again and again … and again. This season the 90s are back baby and taking over. Nineties looks in beauty and fashion were all over NYFW from the silver glitter cat eyes at Tory Burch to the teased updos at Sergio Hudson.

“I love that we just recycle makeup and I love the 90s trend that’s coming back in the moment,” Charlotte Tilbury Lead Global Pro Arist Kelechi explains. “I was born in the 90s and I feel like that era speaks to me, I belong in that era. I’m loving that pointed lip, the really soft eye, and loads of mascara. Again, I think the 90s woman really played to their natural beauty and it’s all about enhancing your natural beauty,” Kelechi exclaims. “So, I love that we’re really moving away from the stronger looks and the heavier makeup. Don’t get me wrong I still love it and am still obsessed with full glam, but I’m loving that people are playing with texture and real skin this season.”

Image courtesy of dailymail.co.uk and forwardartists.com

Intense Black Cat Eye

Lead Artist Diane Kendal, created an intense cat eye at Jason Wu, utilizing The Jewel Stick in solid black from the designer’s own beauty line for stop and stare intense cat eyes.

Tommy Hilfiger models also sported a signature intense cat eye with a nod to the 80s. Lead Makeup Artist Sam Visser used a kohl eye pencil on the inside, top and bottom lash lines, as well as the eye crease. Next, Visser layered a powder matte shadow onto the lid, blending the extra shadow up and towards the outside corners of the eyes.

Images courtesy of Vivienne Tam

Fresh Faces

On the runways at NYFW, all ofthe top makeup artists stressed the importance of enhancing natural beauty. Trading heavy full glam makeup and contouring for letting natural beauty shine through.

Focusing on a clear beautiful complexion, Maria Livingood, Pro Aveda Artist focused on minimalism at Vivienne Tam. “Aveda Hydrating Lotion was applied [to all models] to give them really natural and really clean skin,” explains Livingood. Adding that a little concealer was added where needed, but keeping look was fresh and radiant.

Images courtesy of Janine Silver

Wrapped Blush

“Everybody this season is looking for a brighter blush and a nice natural flush,” shares Molly Ganster lead artist backstage at Homolog Paris. To create a sun-kissed flushed look, Ganster applied blush in the center of the face from the apples of the cheeks across the nose. She paired that with the same tone on the lips to keep it cohesive.

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At Christian Cowan, models blush extended from their cheeks to the middle of their brow. The look created by Smashbox Lead Artist Lori Taylor Davis kept the rosy hue the center of attention. Davis created the look with Smashbox’s Halo Sheer to Stay Color Tint which was applied liberally on each model.

ALIÉTTE was all about that rosy glow, too. Makeup Artist Keita Moore and Kevyn Aucoin Beauty’s Global Director Nick Lujan used Kevyn Aucoin’s The Neo-Blush in Sunset to add a little warmth to the models’ complexions and the runway.

Images courtesy of Instagram

Metallic Nails

Silver nails are back in the spotlight. At Tommy Hilfiger, models wore shiny metallic manicures created by Lead Artist Naomi Yasuda. To get the look, Naomi simply prepped the nails with The GelBottle’s Base Coat. Next, Yasuda applied two coats of The GelBottle’s Mirror Chrome Liquid Metallic Studio Gel and topped it off with Extreme Shine Topcoat for a glossy mani that looks good on all skin tones.

If you’re like us and can’t wait for spring, try out some of these runway-inspired trends now. No matter if you’re heading to a party or just posing with your PSL these looks are sure to make for the perfect social media post any season of the year!

Janine Silver

Fashion Reverie’s Favorite Wearable Looks from NYFW

September 18, 2022 by admin Leave a Comment

Fashion show and red carpet looks tend to be gorgeous, but sometimes they can also be a bit over-the-top. While extravagant styles certainly turn heads and make for great photos, a lot of people have asked us who is really wearing those looks. It’s true many styles are there simply for shock value, and while Fashion Reverie loves an innovative hairstyle or makeup application, sometimes simple is best.

Fashion Reverie has listed all our favorite and very wearable looks that will take you from fall to next spring and don’t require you dropping a ton of money on products … or to wake up 3 hours early to do your hair and makeup!

Image courtesy of Janine Silver

Natural Beauty

So many runways this Fashion Week were filled with models with clean natural skin. Charlotte Tilbury, a brand all about natural beauty and their lead artist Kelechi was thrilled to simply enhance each model’s beauty for Mirror Palais’ show. “We wanted that timeless, effortless beauty. Mirror Palais really speaks to the best version of yourself, whether you’re a guy or a girl it’s making you feel sexy, making you feel empowered and that’s something that’s really close to our DNA at Charlotte Tilbury,” explains Kelechi.

“All of these models are gorgeous; how do we make them look absolutely incredible. It’s playing on all of those natural colors that we see in their skin, really dusky hues and rose on lips with glossy eyes for that Bambi eye effect with a blush cheek. So, as if you just woke up, but you woke up like Beyoncé.” To get the glossy eye, Kelechi mixed Charlotte Tilbury’s Flawless Filter (aka Instagram Filter in a bottle) with a cream eyeshadow that has a touch of glitter for a subtle glow. “We didn’t want it to look too shimmery, but more like you have a bit of an oily lid, which looks so beautiful [on the runway].” Charlotte Tilbury is all about makeup you can do in the car. “We wanted it to be makeup that can be performed on the go. Every single thing, you can do in seconds,” explains Kelechi of this easy natural look.

Images courtesy of Astrid Stawiarz, GETTY Images for TRESemmé

Knots and Modern Buns

Christian Siriano’s models wore Audrey Hepburn-inspired buns while walking the runway at Elizabeth Taylor’s townhouse. Unilever Lead Stylist Lacy Redway, wanted to create a modern bun with side-swept bangs to complement the elegance of the townhouse. Redway utilized TRESemmé TRES TWO Extra Hold Hair Gel and Total Volume Hair Spray to sculpt the bangs and keep hair looking smooth.

Naeem Khan spring 2023 beauty image courtesy of fashionista.com/IMAXtree

Meanwhile, at Naeem Khan models sported twisty top knots, each a bit different to complement each girls’ look. Aveda Lead Stylist Jon Reyman slicked each model’s hair and placed into tight twisted knots on the crown of their heads for an elevated but easy to recreate look when you really just want your hair away from your face.

Image courtesy of Monica Schipper/Getty Images for TRESemme

Soft Waves

Modern renaissance waves graced the runway at Mirror Palais’s spring 2023 collection. The look created by lead TRESemmé stylist Justine Marjan featured fluffy undone waves. “These effortless waves were styled to enhance the overall romantic spirit of the complete look …” explains Marjan. However, Marjan and her team adapted the look for each model to enhance their hair’s natural texture.

To get the look, Marjan starts by applying TRESemmé One Step Wave 5-in-1 Spray to damp hair and then blow drying the models’ hair. Alternatively, for girls with straighter locks, Marjan and her team braided the hair into multiple loose braids and let it air dry.

Have super straight hair that just won’t hold a wave? Marjan recommends gently going over the braids with a flat iron and of course adding TRESemmé TWO Extra Hold Hair Spray to control flyaways and keep those waves looking stunning all day long.

Vivienne Tam also opted for soft waves and center parts. Aveda Lead Stylist Jon Reyman create this cool girl, effortlessly lived-in look with just a touch of Aveda styling cream to add that bit of grit to the hair and then defused it with the Dyson Supersonic. Reyman wanted some pieces to fall down around the face for a 90s style easy look that doesn’t require too much work.

Image courtesy of Diane Bondareff

Minimalistic Manis

Playing with the more natural makeup looks, this season lots of gorgeous yet simple manicures graced the catwalk. However, minimal doesn’t necessarily mean boring. One great example was at Alice + Olivia’s presentation where models wore rainbow tipped nude nails.

To get the look Lead Artist Gina Edwards used KISS Bare But Better press-on nails in Nude Drama on each model. Then to jazz up the manicures she filed them into an almond shape and painted the tip of each nail a different color for an elegant, but playful manicure.

Want to get a fun manicure even easier? Check out KISS’ collaboration with Alice + Olivia for their line of press-on nails for other looks that you can apply quickly and easily for a perfectly on-trend bare, yet playful, manicure straight out of the box!

—Janine Silver

Vivienne Tam: Fashion, Beauty and … NFTs Oh My!

September 18, 2022 by admin Leave a Comment

Image courtesy of Seventh House PR

Vivienne Tam brings the concept of non-fungible tokens (NFT) onto the runway. “I wanted the creators of these NFTs and even those unfamiliar with NFTs to be excited and to think, ‘Wow, they’re alive!’ That brings me joy,” shares Tam.

From dresses and shirts to earrings and nails, these colorful images exploded to show a new fashion-forward side of the NFT craze we never thought possible. Tam created popular images such as Bored Apes, CyberKongz and Awkward Astronauts in many different mediums from denim to crochet.

“I want these collectors to see how beautiful these digital images can be in the physical world,” says Tam. “I want them to see how I see and feel; to bring femininity and make it wearable. My mother taught me so much about using my hands. Everything was about feeling and touching. Where NFT collectors and I converge is based on the same principle my mother underscored about how special and unique a clothing item can be; to be truly unique is to be the only one.”

Tam, who has always been known as an innovator bridging East-meets-West, continues to highlight her Asian heritage all the while blurring the lines between tech and real-world art. Finding similarities between NFTS and Mahjong, Tam incorporated both Mahjong tiles and popular digital art images with vivid colors into her spring 2023 collection.

Image courtesy of Vivienne Tam

To complement the collection, Aveda Pro artist Maria Livingood opted to create a more minimalistic look. “The clothing is really cool and busy so we’re keeping all hair and makeup nice and clean,” Livingood shares. A great minimal look starts with skincare, Aveda Hydrating Lotion was applied to keep the focus on beautiful skin, “Everything else is really natural; brushed up eyebrows and Lip Saver, a lip balm we used on everyone, which makes for a nice hydrated beautiful lip, nothing shinny … just a beautiful lip … on the eyes we just curled the lashes.”

Center parts and face framing pieces completed the look to go along with Tam’s bright and modern yet 90s-inspired collection. “We really wanted that cool girl, sort of dirty, some pieces with a little natural wave. So, all the girls are they’re cool selves. Low key, not overdone and just chill,” explains Aveda Lead Stylist, Jon Reyman.

“We used a little bit Aveda Pure Abundance Style-Prep for a little bit of hold and then a little styling cream to give the hair a little bit of dirtiness, some lived-in [style]. We just lightly defused the hair using the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer and then afterward we put it into a ponytail.”

Image courtesy of Vivienne Tam

The juxtaposition of the printed banana button up shirts, flared pants, mahjong printed tops, lace jackets and clean easy hair and skin continued to the nails for the female models. However, for the male models, Pattie Yankee and her amazing team created gorgeous Awkward Astronaut manis. They applied custom NFT decals for a touch of fun, only further showcasing Web3 inspiration IRL, bringing the graphics alive from head to fingertip.

It’s hard to watch a colorful collection like Tam’s spring 2023 collection without smiling. She masters whimsy and fashion in a way that’s exciting, extremely relevant, and so fun and uses beauty to enhance the overall look—with touches of 90s grunge and fresh glowing complexions.

—Janine Silver

Instagram Made Us Try It: Does The B-Tight Lift and Firm Booty Mask Work?

July 27, 2022 by admin 14 Comments

Most likely if you’ve been casually scrolling on Instagram you’ve heard of MAELYS Cosmetics and their B-Tight cream, that tightens your booty and diminishes the appearance of cellulite. Now if your end of summer vacation is calling your name but you’re a little worried about being swimsuit ready on social media … let’s start by saying you shouldn’t be, your body is amazing as is. However, if you might feel a little more confident with less visible cellulite and a tighter and toned derriere, you might be wondering how MAELYS’ seemingly magic potions work, and if they work at all.

To get to the bottom of it (pun intended), Fashion Reverie has tested out not one but three of the Instagram famous products by MAELYS; B-Flex for arms, B-Foxy for inner thighs, and B-Tight for your booty to see how effective they really are. But rather than just give a review, Fashion Reverie wanted to learn the science behind skincare, so we enlisted skincare expert and founder of Skin Property Virtual Esthetics, Emily Trampetti, to break down some myths and possibly offer some explanations as well.

Tampetti, who warns that most products are just clever marketing and did not speak to us on any of MAELYS’ products specifically, did help us decipher the myths and tricks of skincare. According to Trampetti, “Certain topical skincare ingredients are known to help (not cure) diminish the appearance of cellulite.” This is because the majority of these ingredients help to:

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Prevent collagen and elastin loss with antioxidants and regenerating nutrients

This will help to strengthen the skin “scaffolding,” helping to prevent cellulite from getting worse.

Plump out the skin with increased hydration

Skin dehydration will sort of “deflate” the skin and make cellulite more pronounced. Keeping the skin full of moisture and properly hydrated will make the skin look smoother.

Encourage warming or stimulating effects to increase blood circulation …

Anything we can do to increase microcirculation within the skin can help encourage a healthy skin structure and optimize skin hydration [Including walks, massages, and body scrubs or dry brushing].

Help the skin structure stay more protected from UV damage

Since UV damage is the #1 culprit of the destruction of our collagen and elastin in the dermis, protecting our skin from the sun is an ultimate priority when it comes to cellulite prevention.

So, do these products work?

Image courtesy of MAELYS Cosmetics

B-Flex

According to MAELYS’ website, B-Flex is a lift and firm arm cream that “targets the appearance of saggy and loose underarm skin, helping to create a tighter, sleeker, more firm-looking arm, and a more taut, toned-looking silhouette.”

Main Beneficial Ingredients:

Red Algae: Polysiphonia brodiei—hard to pronounce, easy to let it work! This red algae targets the look of fatty skin, helping to create a sleek-looking silhouette.

Kangaroo Paw Flower Extract: A clinically proven botanical extract that rejuvenates the look of skin, for a tighter, smoother appearance.

Pink PepperSlim: A plant extract that helps smooth the look of fatty skin.

What the Fashion Reverie Team Thought

Overall, almost all testers noticed the skin under the arm area tightened resulting in a decrease of the dreaded “batwing” look. Although, some were bothered by the intensity of the warming sensation which progressively got more intense, once they knew what to expect we’re more comfortable with it. However, all were happy with noticeable results.

Image courtesy of MAELYS Cosmetics

B-Foxy

MAELYS lists B-Foxy as an inner thigh firming cream, claiming that, “this revolutionary reshaping cream is clinically proven to help give tighter and firmer- looking thighs, and contour the look of saggy thighs, giving them a smoother silhouette.”

Main Beneficial Ingredients:

MicroAlgae: Clinically proven to target the look of fatty skin.

Tapioca Starch: Absorbs the extra moisture in the chafing zone.

Coconut Oil: Helps to fade the appearance of stretch marks.

What the Fashion Reverie Team Thought

Unlike the other two products, this is the only one that doesn’t heat up, and also isn’t supposed to be rubbed in. Some testers shared that they had noticeable results, while others noted only slight improvements. Overall, this product, did not perform as well as the other two, leaving our testers wondering if one of the other products could be applied, perhaps one that would increase blood circulation by heating up the skin. Fashion Reverie did reach out to MAELYS’ scientific team regarding this matter, but we were not given a response.

(Please note: Fashion Reverie does not recommend you use any product in a matter it wasn’t intended for. Additionally, if you feel that you might be having an allergic reaction to these or any products, please stop use immediately and seek help from a medical professional.)

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B-Tight

MAELYS’ most famous product, B-Tight Lift and Firm Booty mask is touted on their website as being “clinically proven to reduce the appearance of cellulite and helps to visibly firm the look of skin around the booty and thighs.”

Main Beneficial Ingredients:

Pink PepperSlim: A plant extract that helps smooth the look of fatty skin.

Hyaluronic Acid: Helps retain water—keeping your skin moist and plump.

Guarana Seed Extract: Wakes up tired skin by energizing and revitalizing its appearance.

Image courtesy of MAELYS Cosmetics

What the Fashion Reverie Team Thought

There is a reason this is MAELYS’ bestselling product. The booty mask across the board provided the best results for all testers. Not only that, but the B-Tight results were more obvious quicker, with our team sharing that they saw less cellulite and firmer, toned and smoother skin pretty quickly and results getting better over time. Just like B-Flex this product’s description was a bit misleading about what a “warming sensation” that lasts for two hours feels like, as all our testers reported that their bums felt very hot as if they applied a heating pad to their behinds. However, once again, none of our testers minded the heat once they knew to expect it, especially after seeing results.

Overall, do these products work? Short answer … yes. After the Fashion Reverie team tested out the three products over a course of a few weeks, they are happy to report that the skin under their arms looked tighter, the look of cellulite on the legs and butt diminished, and everywhere they applied it looked more toned. Are these miracle products that will instantly make you look like you’ve been Photoshopped on the cover of a magazine? No, but over time will you notice an improvement? Absolutely!

In fact, some team members reported noticing a slight difference in as little as three applications. For complete transparency, the bottle recommends applying twice a day and our team only tested once per day. That being said, some products worked better than others, and while some products say you might feel a slight warming sensation, our testers reported more of a very hot burning sensation. However, only time will tell if these results are temporary or long lasting.

Have you tried out any of MAELYS’ creams and masks to tighten and firm? Let us know what you think!

—Janine Silver

Editors’ Pick: Let Judy Garland Be Your Fragrance Guide in This Summer of Love

July 14, 2022 by admin 1 Comment

In this summer of love, it is a well-known fact that having that summer romance has so much to do with attracting the special someone, even if that attraction only last during the fleeting summer months. And to attract that heady summer love, it is essential to smell good.

And if you want to with a classic vintage fragrance that now has a modern twist, nothing fits the bill better than the new fragrance—JUDY, a Garland Fragrance—from Cosmetic Chemist Vincenzo Spinnato, President/CEO of TurnKey Beauty Inc and Judy Garland’s scions Lorna Luft, Joey Luft, and Liza Minnelli. And this limited-edition, 100 birthday commemorative unisex fragrance is currently available.

Old Hollywood nostalgia comes alive in this sophisticated, modernized fragrance inspired by what Judy Garland herself wore. This unisex fine fragrance showcases a hint of the official Judy Garland Rose with the addition of Dark Orchid, Coriander, and a medley of sultry Gourmand and spice notes, newly creating an all-inclusive and gender-neutral fine fragrance.

Coriander, Elemi and Californian Grapefruit shimmer over a heart of Honeyed Rose deepening to notes of Dark Orchid and Pink Pepper, evoking the emotion of Ms. Garland’s music and classic Hollywood films. Luring and captivating, the lingering sweetness of Tonka Bean, Bourbon Vanilla, and Caramel balance against notes of Velvety Musk and Patchouli Woods.

Liza Minnelli proclaims that this new fragrance, “smells just like mama.” And anybody who is aware of Judy Garland knows that she was in love with love. Remember her showstopping number “The Man Who Got Away” from “A Star Is Born.”

Images courtesy of She Grown PR

You will not go ‘over the rainbow’ with this fragrance, but JUDY, a Garland Fragrance, is the perfect fragrance for a 2022 summer of love. You will smell purty!!

—Staff

Fashion Reverie’s Unique 2022 Father’s Day Gift Guide

June 14, 2022 by admin Leave a Comment

Many fashion brands have upped the ante when it comes to convincing shoppers to purchase gifts for their loved ones for Father’s Day. Everything is being hawked from electronics to clothing—you know ties, socks, spring jackets—as well as watches, fragrances, and computers. You know, mostly easy traditional gifts.

All this marketing is good; however, we are living in some very peculiar and interesting times. We are still plagued by a continuing health pandemic. We are battling raging inflation—have you been to the grocery store lately? And a recession is looming.

This may not be the time to empty your pockets for a Father’s Day gift. Still, you only live once, so let your passion be your guide!!

Fashion Reverie has come up with some unique Father’s Day gift that are sure to make your loved ones happy.

Images courtesy of Michelle Marie PR

Help Dad with his grooming routine and give him products from NTRLBySabs and Design Essentials. These products and gift sets are perfect for the guy who loves to put a little extra care into his routine. Prices range $11 to $125.

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Just in time for Father’s Day the “Compass” a watch and travel accessory collaboration between George Esquivel and Tutima, the renown Glashütte watch brand will be available at Esquivel House,

The collection combines Tutima’s mechanical marvel with Esquivel’s art of handcrafting. It includes a limited-edition Tutima Patria Dual Time watch accessorized with two NATO straps and accompanying watch holder designed by Esquivel, a pair of Esquivel’s famed Chelsea boots, and an overnight leather duffle. The straps, Chelsea boots and leather duffle were all produced at Esquivel House in Downtown LA.

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Members Only is now a cultural icon with a steady and growing following thanks to you—our loyal fans. Whether you knew us from the ’80s and love us now for our slimmer modern look with all the signature details or are rocking our jackets because it’s just simply … cool, our loyalty lies with you. We see race, creed, and taste not as separation but as inspiration. Dear upright citizen of the world, thank you for including us in your world. We are proud to have you as a member. Prices range from $98 to $108.

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If you are in the market for a fragrance or a set of fragrances for that special man, Amouage to the rescue. An elegant presentation box containing six 2ml spray samples of current Amouage fragrances. A curated selection of the most iconic scent creations from Oman, featuring Gold Man, Epic Man, Reflection Man, Interlude Man, Honour Man, and Portrayal Man. Price points is $80.

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Fathers deserve the best on their day, so why not give them a gift that will show them how much we care about them? Withings ScanWatch Horizon is the latest luxury addition to the Withings ScanWatch range—it gives dapper dads a stylish touch to their daily outfit all while helping them monitor their health. With its stunning diver style form factor and state-of-the-art medical-grade technology, this is a hybrid smartwatch that delivers health and wellness features in an amazing stylish design.

Boasting a stainless-steel rotating bezel with laser engraved markings that incorporate the standard codes of diving practice alongside Luminova hollow watch hands, indicators, and thick indices that allow it to be used in low light, it’s a high end design that packs a whole range of health and wellness features including heart rate monitoring, ECG, breathing disturbances, blood oxygen levels, sleep, and physical activity to a fully functional underwater watch that wouldn’t look out place next to the ROLEX, Submariner or OMEGA, Seamaster.

The ScanWatch Horizon finally hits stores in the US, in Best Buy Stores, Withings.com, and Amazon.com price of $499.95 from May 17.

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Help fathers track all their beloved possessions no matter if it’s a bike, boat or even backpacks. This pocket-size cellular GPS tracker enables users to track all valuable possessions when they’re on the move. One can tuck it inside moving boxes and suitcases while traveling or leave it attached to a piece of valuable item at home. When it starts to move, you’ll be alerted via the Invoxia app with regular alerts, meaning you can locate and ultimately retrieve it in a timely manner. The Invoxia Cellular GPS Tracker uses cellular network, rather than bluetooth, and updates constantly (as frequent as every 30 seconds).

For just $129, the Invoxia tracker acts as an excellent insurance plan for anything you’d like to keep safe. It can be purchased on the official website or on Amazon. You can find more info and pictures in the press kit here.

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For busy fathers who want to ensure a good night of sleep and stay focused during the day, Morphee is a stunningly designed, un-connected sleep aid that will help them rewind and relax in the evening before going to bed. Via its three keys, Morphee offers Dad’s more than 200 audio sessions to choose from to either engage in guided meditations or tune in for soothing music/nature sounds. With its long battery life and ultra-portable design, Morphee is also easy to be kept in a suitcase and taken everywhere they go, perfect for Dads who are always on the road.

Morphee is priced at $99.99 and is available either on its official website or on Amazon.com.

Baby, it is warm outside. And we all know what warm weather represents. Beach time!!

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If you are in the market for some great men’s swimwear for that special guy in your life, look no further than Blu swimwear. Blu swimsuits are meant to capture the nostalgic summers of your childhood and combine them with modern and adaptable designs to support you in and out of the water. Blu swimwear aim to protect our open waters in comfortable, innovative and versatile swimwear that fits like second skin, you’ll forget you’re wearing them. Blu suits were made for you.

—William S. Gooch

Editor’s Picks: Britney Spears’ Bridal Look Is Accessible

June 10, 2022 by admin Leave a Comment

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It is the third time around for pop icon Britney Spears. And hopefully three is the charm. Whether this marriage lasts or becomes a part of a series of nuptials, one cannot deny the beautiful wedding gown that Britney donned on her wedding to third husband Sam Ashgari.

For her third wedding Britney wore a Versace gown designed by Donatella Versace, a great choice. This simple, though very sophisticated bridal gown is the dream bridal gown of many young brides to be. Britney wore a sculptural, very-Versace floor-length wedding dress complete with a sleek portrait neckline, corset bodice, a sky-high skirt slit, pearl buttons dotting the backline, a 10-foot train and a 15-foot veil. It is reported that this gown took about 700 hours to make.

Still, this luxury bridal gown—price point between $15,000 and $20,000—is out of the financial reach of most June brides to be. Fashion Reverie to the rescue. We are always looking for alternatives for our viewers who cannot afford many of the luxury garments donned by celebs and folks who have deep pockets. We also seek to provide consumers with options and expand our viewers choices by presenting designers/brands that are not household names.

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We start with Ines di Santo. Fashion Reverie attended Ines di Santo’s spring 2023 bridal presentation and we were blown away by her incredible collection with a wide of bridal silhouettes and perspectives.

This very modern bridal gown with sculpted and contoured bodice with high-slit gown is a great alternative to Britney Spears’ Versace bridal gown. Though this bridal gown is very pricey and requires deep pockets, this bridal creation is more accessible. Remember, Spears’ bridal gown was custom made, unlike Ines di Santo’s similar bridal gown.

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Sachin & Babi is always a fantastic go-to bridal brand for June brides. Sachin & Babi were one of the few bridal brands that produced a live runway show during New York International Bridal Week. And Fashion Reverie was there, front and center.

The Sachin & Babi “Martina” gown comes in a matte faille, each detail is slightly unique yet familiar. The one-shoulder with soft pleating detail feels a bit Grecian goddess-like. This gown is a great find at only $750.

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If you are not aware of Lihi Hod, you should be. Launched in 2010, Lihi Hod brought all of her experience working for Dior, alongside side John Galliano to her eponymous bridal brand.

Hod’s sculpted and contoured bodice with high-slit gown reflect the same design aesthetic found in Versace’s custom-made gown. Both are beautiful and can make any June bride ecstatic. Still, there is two differences. Lihi Hod’s bridal gown is not custom-made and more accessible, and the price point is significantly lower than Versace’s custom-made gown.

Fashion Reverie always delivers. Get that celebrity look without the hassle of out of reach price points.

—Staff

Editors’ Picks: Spring/Summer 2022 Handbags

June 7, 2022 by admin Leave a Comment

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As summer is almost upon us, now is the time for the changing of the guard, to switch up your fall/winter handbags and replace them with brighter and more colorful handbags. Because this summer has been deemed “Feral Girls’ Summer,” it is important that your bag of choice can easily be carried from one destination to the next. Fashion Reverie has you covered with a great roundup of choices in hopes that you can find a bag that will live up to your adventures and whatever you have planned for this summer.

Balenciaga Le Cagole XS Shoulder Bag Orange $2300

This bag by Balenciaga is the coveted bag of the summer for girls in their 20’s and 30’s. With silver hardware and made in Arena lambskin this orange bag is sure to be noticed. For girls not knowing where the night will take them, this is a great choice.

PRADA Celeste Raffia Tote Bag $1790

Prada does it again with this Raffia tote bag that is classic and effortless. This blue tote with a new interpretation of the Prada Triangle emblem adorns the front with the embroidered letter logo, which creates instant brand recognition. The tote is a great choice for a girl who loves the ease and accessibility of a tote that can carry whatever they may choose, but still looks chic. This is a Prada bag after all.

STAUD Tommy Beaded Bag Sunset Stripe $295

It’s hard to resist this beaded beauty by STAUD in one of their classic silhouettes, the Tommy bag. The sunset stripe is one of many color options you can choose from. This is a great bag that you can easily keep track of for those long summer nights where you lose track of time and end up being out from sunset to sunrise.

MARNI Tropicalia Micro Bag in Leather and Striped Canvas $650

Who doesn’t love a micro bag!? Marni’s take on the micro bag trend is a great choice if you are thinking of spending majority of your summer by the coast. In a blue, green, and white striped canvas with an embroidered logo leather details and straps, this bag is meant to be seen by the water. With a crossbody strap it is an easy handbag to carry with you from one destination to the next.

Edie Parker Slim Jean DTF $895

This cheeky clutch from Edie Parker easily catches the eye with verbiage that perfectly describes what “feral girl summer” is all about. It’s for those nights where all you need is your phone and favorite lip color to carry you through the night. If you are wanting a fun bag that emits a vibe and may have many people eyeing it, this one is for you.

FENDI Brooch Mini Baguette Fendace Black Leather Bag with Gold FF Motif $5600

The classic Fendi Baguette is now adorned in the Gold FF Motif in Fendi’s newest collaboration with Versace: Fendace. The bag perfectly blends the iconic brand images of two widely known Italian designer brands. The color combination of black and gold screams luxury and opulence. People are sure to spot you in the crowd when carrying around this gorgeous handbag.

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Chloé Medium Kayan Tote Bag $2090

For a chic and effortless carryall tote bag that is different than the basket bag that everyone and their mother owns, look no further than this Chloé tote. The cut-out structure of this vegetable-tanned calfskin leather bag recalls the signature scallops of this well-known brand that is known for its equestrian references. With a removable linen pouch this bag is great for those summer journeys that seem like they may last forever.

—Phoebe Howard