since you never get a second chance to make a first impression, don't be afraid to flaunt your double D or be high profile. because in the end? it's all about the self service.
high profile.
be it facebook, twitter, linked in or eharmony, everyone lives online nowadays. new estee lauder your beauty. your style. your profile. takes social networking seriously. visit select counters nationwide for a makeover and they'll send you off with a pro-quality headshot that you can use on any social networking site – no photoshop required. available at select counters nationwide.
bee happy.
if you don't have the time (or funds) to wait for an appointment at their salons, hit up the new Bb.stylingbar, the bumble and bumble one-of-a-kind styling bar at bloomingdales 59th street. what to expect? trained hairdressers offering dry styling tips and prod consultations to whoever walks in. and there will be interactive touch screens that will host look books so you can try and duplicate the style at home. check out the live-action display by some of bumble and bumble's beauty heads on october 19th. opens today. 1000 third avenue. at 59th street. 212.705.2000.
double D.
it's a canadian one-two punch this season with the Dsquared for MAC runway-inspired collection. star of this limited edish line is the greasepaint stick ($17.50) (that's eyeliner in MAC speak). pick up "V" or "B" for a sooty yet infinitely glamorous smoky eye with just a hint of color. 1 east 22nd street. between broadway and fifth. 212.677.6611.
river folk.
jeans are a fashion challenge, while leggings are notoriously unforgiving. find a happy hybrid of the two in the hudson collin skinny leggings ($154). cut like the brand's signature denim, with flap pocket and union jack hardware, the thick black fabric is flattering and even, wait for it, comfortable. available at big drop. 174 spring street. between thompson and west broadway. 212.966.4299.
being frank.
time to switch up your seasonal scent. world renowned perfumer francis kurkdjian (creator of over 150 designer fragrances and the personal scent curator for the palace of versailles) has launched maison francis kurkdjian stateside. experience his mastery with perfumes and colognes but also scented papers, child-safe aromatic bubbles, and even a luxe detergent. available at bergdorf goodman. 754 fifth avenue. between 57th and 58th. 212.753.7300.
self service.
if you haven't been to williamsburg lately, it's time to check out self salon. whether you're craving luxe italian prods, or just want your bangs trimmed, this shop will get you glossed and good to go. makeup, up-dos, acupuncture and zero-balancing are also avail, so you can spend all day in this minimalist spot. 147 grand street. between bedford and berr. brooklyn. 718.599.1449.
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