A couple days ago, I stopped by the grand opening of Rocco Altobelli's new Med Spa at Rosedale Center. I must say, I was pleasantly surprised--closer to stunned--by the beautiful space. Located in Rosedale's new Plaza development, the spacious salon/med spa is fresh, contemporary (almost futuristic), and comfortable. (I really wanted to stay and get my hair done.)

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As reported in Swag yesterday . . .

Rumor has it: A new Louis Vuitton storefront will join Galleria’s growing list of retailers by the end of 2009.

Inside sources tell us it will be an accessories boutique; so expect all your favorite LV-patterned luxury goods—handbags, luggage, wallets, umbrellas, and more. Stay tuned to Style Parlor and Swag for more insider buzz on the TC's latest designer addition!

Galleria, Edina, louisvuitton.com

The first time I ever heard of Isaac Mizrahi, it was 1997, and I was an awkward fourteen-year-old who spent every last penny of her babysitting money on clothes in the juniors department at Dayton's.

I wanted nothing more than to be stylish and spent hours cataloging the contents of my closet. Although I  knew little about Mr. Mizrahi (only what I could obtain from the pages of Vogue), I loved the the cover photo of supermodels Linda Evangelista and Cindy Crawford for the documentary Unzipped, so I rented it and started a long-held admiration for one of the most influential designers of modern times.

Not only has Mr. Mizrahi created some of the most stunning couture pieces to ever gleam from the pages of magazines, he was also one of the first designers to democratize fashion through his collaboration with Target.

I was fortunate enough to meet the icon while he was in town for the signing of his new book, How to Have Style. See the video of our interview here, and then read my blog about the book.

Anybody I work with can tell you that I am a huge fan of the inspiration board. Before I can even begin to do any scouting or pulling of merchandise for a story, I have to make a storyboard of things that are inspiring me. I even keep a "living and breathing" bulletin board of inspiration on my desk at home on which I pin everything from an interesting ad campaign—the current Claudia Schiffer for Chanel campaign—to printouts from websites and tears from magazine editorials. Even postcards, swatches of fabrics, and candy wrappers with an interesting font make it up there. 

As a visual person (and a person who often has a hard time voicing what it is I'm seeing in my head), this is the easiest way for me to organize my thoughts. So when I received my copy of Isaac Mizrahi's new book, How to Have Style, I was thrilled that—before dolling out any style, fashion, or beauty advice—he had the twelve women in the book create inspiration boards for him on which he encouraged them to post everything and anything they found influential, appealing, aspiring, or inspiring. Going about developing personal style in such a visual way is supremely more helpful than a simple list of your favorite stores or a short musing on your style icon.

In a different, but equally interesting, way, the Olsen twins' new book, Influence, explores the many ways people can be inspired, whether it is by art or architecture, food, fashion, literature, music, or people. The Olsens embarked on extensive interviews with some of the people who influence them the most—shoe designer Christian Louboutin, model Lauren Hutton, writer and editor Bob Colacello, and photographer Terry Richardson—so that the reader can take from in what they will as it pertains to their lives.

 

I've had a long-standing love affair with the Olsen twins that has only grown as they grow into smart business woman, fashion originals, and two girls of great talent. I picked up their book Saturday morning and read the whole thing, cover-to-cover, by that evening. With so little written about the twins, Influence is almost like an autobiography. Although it is far from being filled with life tales and charming antidotes, reading about the people that inspire and influence them acts as a tiny portal into who they are and what shapes their souls.

I highly suggest picking up copies of both books. How to Have Style will give you the motivation to evaluate your closet while honing in on your personal look, and Influence will give you a more existential look at how different people and things stimulate many aspects of our lives. If not for you, both would make great gifts with the holidays right around the corner.

Oops! Apparently there’s no good way to fact check live radio!

OK, I’m so ahead of the curve that I reported live on Cities 97 this morning about a fabulous sample sale that’s happening next month and not this weekend. International Market Square has received lots of calls from ladies who want to grab a hold of the great jewelry of Minnesota sisters Linda and Kim Renk, who design some of the hottest jewelry around. Read about them here and then show up NEXT month: Nov. 20 (4–8 p.m.), Nov. 21 (10 a.m.–7 p.m.), and Nov. 22 (10 a.m.–3 p.m.) The exact showroom location is still to be determined. So sorry for the confusion. But now you can mark your own calendars for the not-to-be-missed sale. —Jayne Haugen Olson

This past Wednesday—like most Wednesdays—was a busy, busy day for me. I had a million things to get done at work, and by 1:30 p.m., I felt like I'd barely made progress on my long to-do list. At 1:45, I bolted out of the office and hurried through the skyway to my car. I was running late for an appointment I'd made at RejoovMe Relaxation Center.

Frazzled (and at least ten minutes late), I walked in the door and was greeted by a a smiling (and much calmer) Jeanna Beck, general manager of the beautiful St. Louis Park locale. Though I love the fast pace of our downtown office, the relaxed atmosphere at RejoovMe was just what I needed. Jeanna took me on a short tour of the serene space, which consists of four private "flotation suites," two spacious changing rooms with personal lockers, a massage room, and a cozy post-session lounge area.

Jeanna escorted me to my changing room where a comfy bathrobe and sandals awaited. I was then assigned to my private suite (Fun fact: All are named after Twin Cities lakes. I was in Calhoun.) where I would have my first "flotation" experience. The dimly lit room included a modern rain shower (for rinsing off before and after my session) and a giant "bed" filled with warm water and nearly 800 pounds of salt. (High salt content creates very buoyant water, allowing for effortless flotation and relaxation.)

After a quick rinse, I inserted the provided ear plugs, grabbed a pillow for a head-rest, and stepped into the futuristic bed of water. Guests have the choice of leaving the lid opened or closed. (I started with it closed, but it felt slightly coffin-like, so that didn't last long.) As I relaxed on the water's surface, the sound of crashing waves played quietly overhead and I began to forget the worries of my hectic day. I recommend turning off the lights to help fully unwind. The time goes by more quickly than you'd think, especially if you're able to simply let go and float.

Once my session was over, I could certainly feel the salt on my skin. So I hopped back in my private shower (which features complimentary shower gel, shampoo, and conditioner) and changed back into my clothes. I felt completely different than the frazzled girl who walked in an hour ago.

Aside from relaxation benefits (floating for an hour is said to be the equivalent of four hours of sleep), the flotation beds also improve cardiovascular efficiency, strengthen your immune system, reduce muscle and back pain, increase mind retention, and relieve insomnia.

RejoovMe charges $45 for a thirty-minute session, $55 for a sixty-minute session, and reduced costs if you buy packages of three or more. (Psst... a student ID gets you a discount!) Swedish, deep tissue, and pregnancy massages are also available for additional costs. (It's recommended that a massage follows a float session.)

Still curious about this innovative new relaxation center? Check out RejoovMe's grand opening tomorrow (Saturday), October 25 from 4 to 7 p.m. Guests will enjoy appetizers, drinks, tours, demonstrations, and a take-home gift.

RejoovMe Relaxation Center, Excelsior & Grand, 3826 Grand Way, St. Louis Park, 952-285-2993

With a tightened shopping budget this holiday season, I'll be keeping my eye out for great sales and deals on gifts for my friends and loved ones. And although I'm usually a last-minute shopper, I'm going to break that habit and take full advantage of this week's three-day sale at Patina.

The local retailer's fall Outlet Sale takes place tomorrow through Saturday at its Minneapolis sale center. Unsold or slightly damaged merchandise from Patina's five TC boutiques will be offered at 50 to 70 percent off.

Save big on an excellent collection of jewelry, handbags, bath and body products, stationery, home decor, and more. It's the perfect place to stock up early on all sorts of holiday gift goodies.

Sale hours:
8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Thursday, October 23

8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Friday, October 24

9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, October 25

Patina, 410 E. 48th St., Mpls., 612-823-5719

Our November issue is currently in the mail, on its way to newsstands and subscribers. While I usually work on a few different lifestyle pieces each month, for November, I put almost all of my energy and focus into a six-page jewelry feature.

During a three-week period, I stopped by and met with twelve different jewelers and retailers, to find out not only what the hottest trends are, but also what the best buys for the season (both economic and holiday) will be.

The key, I learned, is to mix. The high—one can never go wrong with a strand of pearls, diamond tennis bracelet, or pair of amethyst and diamond earrings—with more trendy costume items—a jeweled black cuff, a mixed-media necklace. Throw in a few estate items and you'll have a collection that will add depth and style to your wardrobe.

Can't wait here about the jewelry trends? Then watch my video taken at the nine-hour photo shoot, and remember to pick up the November issue for the rest of the goods. 

Although there's been a bevy of new shops opening (a somewhat surprising amount considering the country's economic situation), we have to say goodbye to two fine Twin Cities boutiques this month:

Duetta, a charming little shop we featured in our January issue, is closing its doors due to water damage. We'll miss its exquisite collection of vintage ribbon and small one-of-a-kind trinkets. Customers will find huge savings on the store's remaining merchandise during a sale this Saturday, October 18, at a soon-to-be open boutique called June. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 3406 Lyndale Ave. S., Mpls., 612-354-3970

And unfortunately for Twin Citians, the Letterbox crew has decided to move its shop back to New York. (Hey guys, winter's not much better there!) Until the move, save 50 percent off notes, stationery, holiday merchandise, books, wrapping paper, and much more during the store's big sale through the end of October. 2741 Hennepin Ave., Mpls., 612-870-4529

For the last few weeks, every time I walk into a store, I tepidly ask our local retailers how they're doing; how is the economy affecting them; how are their clientele reacting? For the most part, I get the same answers. They are all doing fine, hoping for the moment when things turn around, and are in the meantime refocusing their concepts and strategies on the classic, safe investment and comfort items that people cling to during times like these.

I am among the people who are freaked out. Although I have yet to seriously curb my spending, the constant loom of student loans, a car payment, and my credit card bill have encouraged me to stop going out on the weekends, trade my soy cappuccino for drip coffee, and pick up extra shifts at my second job. But try as i might, one place I haven't really cut back is with shopping. In fact, with the economy tanking like it is, I am taking safe haven in some of the stores that are my happy places.

Yesterday on a venture to Wayzata, I couldn't not stop into one of my all time favorite stores, Cherie Boutique. If you haven't been to Cherie yet, you must go ASAP. It is a haven of beauty products in beautiful packaging. Every time I walk into Cherie, and see owner Diane, I gush to her, "I LLLLLoooooVVVVVeeee it here!" I love the beautiful smelling perfumes from Serge Lutens, Fragonard, L’Artisan, Miller Harris, Bond No. 9, and Annick Goutal; I love the candles from Kai, Burn, and Diptyque; I love the beauty products from Fresh, The Art of Shaving, and Kiehls; I love the handbags from Longchamp (the same ones Kate Moss and Claudia Schiffer carry everywhere); and I love the selection of boutique chocolates. But beyond the actual products, it is the ambiance of Cherie that keeps pulling me back. The feeling I get when I walk into a store full of wonderful smells, beautiful things in stunning wrapping, and merchandise that inspires. It instantly takes me out of Wayzata and onto the street of Paris. Seriously, if you haven’t been to Cherie in awhile, or at all, I highly recommend stopping in as soon as possible, even if it's just to breathe it all in.

Although I was looking for something spectacular to feature in our upcoming gift guide (I found a few items but will be keeping them secret; pick up our December issue on newsstands November 20.), I ended up leaving with a little something for myself too.

I am not necessarily a beauty product junky, but I love a good perfume, and my life has been defined by what scent I've chosen to wear at different times. While I have most recently been wearing either the Tuberose heavy Fracas by Robert Piguet (which I love) or the spicier Chinatown by Bond No. 9 (when I want to feel sassy), I left Cherie with a scent yesterday that is a complete departure for me and a complete sign of our economic times.

Violetta di Parma was originally distilled by Italian monks for Napoleon’s wife, the Duchess of Parma. Cultivated from the precious Parma violets, Borsari—the legendary perfume laboratory based in Parma, Italy—obtained the secret formula from the monks in 1870, bringing Violetta di Parma to a widespread audience. The perfume success was immediate, and by word of mouth, Violetta di Parma became the first ever Italian perfume to be recognized internationally.

Upon first spray, Violetta di Parma smells exactly like my favorite Spanish violet candies—naturally sweet and lightly powdery. But as the scent wears, the violets start a dance with the iris, and it becomes more velvety, sensual, and softly floral. In and era when modern fragrances contain upward of ten different notes, Violetta di Parma is uncomplicated, simple, and comforting in its unapologetic femininity. Although it is not complexly beautiful like my beloved Fracas or dark and sensual like Chinatown, I believe it is the perfect fragrance for my life right now—simple and unfussy but undoubtedly beautiful.

Wednesday night, my colleagues and I hosted a party at the gorgeous penthouse condo of architect Lars Peterssen (of Domain Architecture & Design) and novelist Robert Alexander (whose bestsellers include The Kitchen Boy) at The Edgewater on Lake Calhoun. You may have seen their place in our September Home Tours feature. We were celebrating our latest issue of Mpls.St.Paul Home and announcing that we will be taking the magazine to four times a year in 2009!  But we were also taking in the gorgeous architecture and interior design, which included some fantastic Odegard rugs.

Former Minnesotan Stephanie Odegard is one of the world's most respected names in the home furnishings industry. She's known not only for her gorgeous rug designs but for her commitment to social causes—including the Rugmark Foundation, for which she serves as a director. Rugmark strives to abolish child labor in India, Nepal, and Pakistan, where many of the world's carpets are made.

Odegard's rugs are pretty high-end, but this weekend the Minneapolis showroom is throwing a huge sale across the street from its North Loop storefront at 129 N. 2nd St. Store manager Chelli Ray tells me that rugs (upward of 1,000 of them), furnishings, and home accessories will be up to 80 percent off. And these aren't seconds—these picks are in perfect condition. It's the biggest and best sale they've ever had.

Although the rugs were still packed up when I visited the showroom a few days ago, I thought I'd share some photos of Odegard's furniture pieces. Some variations of these might be at the sale.

Incredible chests of drawers with metal decoration. This copper-faced piece features a Louis XV influence and is made in India.

This credenza's finish is silver. Metals and design details are completely customizable.

These pieces also feature a metal finish, but with more of a hammered texture.

Materials shift to stone for these side tables. The gorgeous designs are carved from single pieces of marble.

The prices are as good as they get, the offerings unlike anything else you'll find in town. Check it out this weekend!

No plans for the weekend? Here's a quick lineup of the events I'm looking forward to:
  
Saturday: Ski Fashion Party
Get set for winter at Hoigaard's fourth annual Ski Fashion Party this Saturday. The event includes a fashion show, silent auction, food, cash bar, music, dancing, and an outdoor lounge with fire pits. Proceeds benefit the Children's Cancer Research Fund Care Partners program. Tickets are $40 in advance or $50 at the door. 7 p.m.-midnight. 5425 Excelsior Blvd., St. Louis Park, 952-929-1351

Saturday: Bill Blass Holiday Trunk Show
The Bill Blass New York Holiday 2008 trunk show begins Saturday at Hotel Ivy. Peruse the sophisticated collection, which plays off a color palette of charcoal, rich purple, and navy. Through October 24. For an appointment, contact Sarah Ramsay at 651-216-6798 or sarah@bellasofie.com. 201 S. 11th St., Mpls.

Saturday and Sunday: Container Store Opening Weekend
Don't miss the grand opening weekend for Minnesota's first Container Store. Discover millions of ways to organize your clutter—shelving, furniture, office organizers, and more. The Edina store will donate 10 percent of this weekend's sales to Children's Cancer Research Fund. The Shops at Centennial Lakes, France Ave. and Gallagher Dr., Edina, 952-831-3780

Saturday and Sunday: Theatres at Mall of America Grand Opening
The newly renovated movie theaters at Mall of America celebrates its grand opening this weekend. Enjoy free popcorn, giveaways, and more. Check out the VIP Theatre for theatergoers who are twenty-one and older. Mall of America, Bloomington

Sunday: Handmaidens Minneapolis Fall Craftacular
More than fifty local craft vendors descend on the Uptown VFW this Sunday for the Handmaidens Minneapolis fall craft show. Shop everything from jewelry, clothing, and handbags to repurposed art, home decor, and vintage. Plus, $2 bloody marys! 10 a.m.–5 p.m. 2916 Lyndale Ave. S., Mpls.

See a complete list of sales and events here.

If you haven't already heard, popular downtown Minneapolis shop StyledLife will bring its fashionable accessories—both new and vintage—to suburbia later this month with the opening of a second boutique at Galleria.

Owner Kevin Quinn opened his original storefront at Gaviidae Common in late 2006 (check out what Melissa Colgan wrote about it in January 2007) and quickly gained notoriety for his friendly service, knowledge on fashion and accessories, and his keen eye for stylish men's and women's pieces. The chic shop is filled with designs from such names as Anya Hindmarch, Lambertson Truex, Kooba, and Botkier.

Though we don't know the exact opening date for the Galleria store (we'll let you know on Style Parlor as soon as we learn), we do know it will be located near Tiffany & Co. and that it will boast a similar mix of hats, belts, jewelry, handbags, ties, scarves, cuff links, and leather goods.

StyledLife, Gaviidae Common, Mpls., 612-746-5400; Galleria, Edina (coming soon)

If you're like me and love to know the history of things (I've never met a museum exhibit, period film, or history textbook I didn't like), and you have a soft spot for dress and fashion, you'll be thrilled to find out the Met's Costume Institute has made most of its collection available for view digitally.

The images aren't great, but they are complete with corresponding information, including designer, country, year, and original owner. Although the site isn't very browser friendly (the folks at Style.com should help them out with that), I've already wasted too many hours typing in my favorite designer names and eras—thrilled with what comes up.

Here are a few of my favorites:

The perfect goddess gown by the original arbiter of that style: Madame Grès.

A Yohji Yamamoto wedding dress. I love the pleating and would love to have something like this for a fashion shoot for our weddings magazine.

This costume necklace by Balenciaga (circa 1945-55). The color and superb collection make this an heirloom costume piece.

Because I will never get over wanting to be Audrey Hepburn in Funny Face, I love this Balenciaga ball gown (circa 1950) is absolutely unbelievable.

Another ball gown, this one by Oscar de la Renta for the House of Balmain. I love the roughness of the silver leaf paired with the lightness of sheer gray silk.   

I love Kenzo Takada's prints, but I LOVE the wet-dog look of the fur trim on this jacket. If you're going to be bold enough to wear print and/or fun, you might as well do it right and do it loud.

I'm always amazed at how small houses can be so smartly packed with style and space-savvy room arrangements. One of the best examples I've ever seen is Kirsten Hollister's Cape in Minneapolis's Armatage neighborhood. I scouted it several months ago at the suggestion of mutual friends soon after Kirsten won a home-design contest that landed part of her home in O At Home earlier this year. Maybe you remember the fun cover with Kirsten standing next to Oprah design expert and former Minnesotan Nate Berkus.

As soon as I saw Kirsten's place and visited awhile, I knew there was so much more of her story to share—which we have done in the fall issue of Mpls.St.Paul Home. It just hit newsstands a few days ago, with Kirsten on the cover. As is always the case, though, we didn't have enough room in the magazine to run every detail we would have liked. So, here's a little bonus material . . .

The living room is the first space you see. Kirsten has outfitted the room with three huge bookcases that hold favorite art pieces from Minnesota and abroad. She, husband Andy, and son Owen lived in Switzerland for three years, an experience she credits with helping inform her wonderful sense for mixing modern with traditional, expensive with inexpensive. Owen was at the laptop playing something like Lego Star Wars the day I visited . . . so the room is definitely used! No space in this house is just for show.

The living room's main seating area centers on the fireplace. Furnishings here include a settee from Victory and tables from Target.

This detail shows how Kirsten has fun with accessories. Who would think to mix shells with cherub heads?

The dining room again mixes high-end (the Kartell table lamps) with bargain (benches from Ikea). The space also demonstrates Kirsten's love of symmetry, seen in the buffet arrangement, the centerpiece, and the window treatment.

A more casual style defines the breakfast and family rooms. The table, wall shelves, and bench are from Ikea. The simple floral paintings make a striking statement when grouped together.

Even the cozy master bedroom conveys a design idea: Kirsten used three hues of green paint on the walls with cool effect.

To see the complete story, check out the fall issue of Mpls.St.Paul Home. Enjoy the weekend and this fantastic fall weather!

As I've said before, I'm consistently impressed with the rate at which our retail scene changes, and fall 2008 is no different. As the cold winds start to creep in, take solace in some of the latest shopping destinations to debut in our cities:

OPM
Craving more designer duds from TC retailers? So were Susan Sun and fiancé Isaac Broberg, co-owners of OPM at Excelsior & Grand. OPM's tagline reads "Where Fashion is Your Addiction," and no doubt local fashionistas will flock to this chic new spot for the latest runway finds. Opening Saturday, October 4, the boutique showcases handbags, dresses, denim, and accessories by such coveted designers as Catherine Malandrino, Valentino, Yves Saint Laurent, Jay Godfrey, and Mulberry. I stopped last week to check out the space and was impressed with the sleek white walls, elegant chandeliers, and back-lit shelves. Can't wait to see it filled with beautiful merchandise! 3700 Grand Way, St. Louis Park, 952-567-7399

Eco-Tique
As if you needed one more reason to go green: From the owner of Shu Global Footwear comes new environmentally friendly women's shop Eco-tique. The recently opened St. Paul storefront offers fashionable apparel (dresses, tops, jeans) made with sustainable materials, such as bamboo, vintage fabric, and organic cotton. Plus, handbags, jewelry, and other unique accessories. 1045 Grand Ave., St. Paul, 651-222-3127

Pursecution
Pursecution, which opens Tuesday, October 7 in Minneapolis, specializes in—you guessed it—purses. What's unique about these custom leather bags (shown at right) is that they are handmade by owner Jackee Sandelands-Strom. After gaining a successful following with her online boutique, Strom took the leap to brick-and-mortar storefront. In addition to her own line, she displays other accessories from fellow local artisans. 713 Franklin Ave. W., Mpls., 612-871-2195

Zelaz
Another retailer previously only sold online: Zelaz, the brainchild of Twin Cities mom Janet Polach, debuted in its first storefront at Ridgedale carrying everything from fashion tops, tanks, and hoodies to denim, dresses, and skirts for girls and tweens. Polach sources smaller design firms, so much of the merchandise is exclusive to the Cities. Plus, Zelaz donates 5 percent of its revenue to charities that support girls with fewer resources, including girlsBest, a Women’s Foundation of Minnesota program that strengthens self-esteem, leadership, and activism. Ridgedale, 952-920-1044

Belle Reve
Twenty-eight-year-old Aisha Ghanchi—along with sister Shehan and mother Connie—opens Belle Reve Boutique Saturday, October 4 in the old Denny Kemp space. Boasting a French-Creole décor, the NE Minneapolis shop carries on-trend women’s apparel, jewelry, shoes, and handbags from such contemporary designers as Plastic Island, L.A.M.B., Y? Morrissey, and NABE by Victorya Hong. 320 Hennepin Ave. E., Mpls., 612-333-3148

Trail Mark
Not new, but definitely improved: Outdoor specialty store Trail Mark unveiled a Shea-designed remodel, boasting a more sophisticated and modern look. The Aspen Colorado–themed space is now decorated with oversized mirrors, artwork, a red antler chandelier, and other high-end fixtures made with raw steel and weathered materials. Galleria, 952-929-1950

We've already heard from Juut's Woody Theis about the hottest trends for hair this fall, but what about makeup? Juut's Janelle Geason (who was named Makeup Artist of the Year at 2008's North American Hairstyling Awards) offers advice on choosing fall and winter cosmetics:

Q: What colors and trends should women look for in fall 2008?
A: We found in the [fall fashion] collections, there was a strong emphasis on eyes—a Gothic-chic feel. Balance that out with something not so dark on the lips and cheeks. We're seeing different shades of metallics, textural colors, and classic smoky, dark eyes. On the lighter side, there's also an optimistic feel with bright saturated colors on the eye—so, it's not all dark. There are bright pops of purple and blue, golds and plums. What we see in fashion easily translates to makeup.

Q: Do color trends differ per eye color?
I always take color theory into consideration. Plums look amazing on green eyes. I like gold and plum together. That's what’s happening with hair—golds and reds. Gold could be the highlights for the hair as well as for the eyes. That also works with blue eyes but with more coppery shades. For brown eyes, I look at the flecks in the eyes. For example, if someone has yellow flecks, go purple. Make the eye color pop.

Q: What do you suggest for lips?
Use more of a nude lip to go with the strong eye. We're also seeing more saturated, deeper shades—burgundy, plums, and berries. And there are some rustic foliage colors, like those in hair—reds, golds, and coppers. That’s the beauty of working in a salon world. Cut, color, and makeup work together to make a beautiful image.

Q: What about brows?
A: Strong brows continue to be in. They change decade by decade, not year by year. I definitely see patterns over decades. Brows are now more groomed. Come in to get them shaped and filled in—if you don’t have a thicker brow, you can remedy that but filling them in. For a makeup artist, the brow is your window—it's a big part of framing the face and making it look balanced.

Q: What would you recommend for a good day-to-evening look?
A: Figure out what your day look is and if you want to translate to night, just add a little more—bring it up a little further by throwing on a rich, deep color for lips. You don’t necessarily need to take everything off. Another thing we do is individual lashes and lash application. False lashes are a great way to make it a night look.

Q: Any new products you're excited about?
A: Aveda's Uruku makeup line, which is made from 100-percent pigments from the earth. It's mission-oriented.