“The beauty look at L.A.M.B. is inspired by a trip to India,” said Maybelline's Global Makeup Artist Charlotte Willer. “A dark, dramatically lined eye is the focal point– a modern take on kohl.” To recreate the look Charlotte created for L.A.M.B. Spring/Summer 2012, she recommends the following:

Face:

Fit Me! Powder: Charlotte eliminated shine and created natural coverage with this pressed powder. She swept a second, slightly darker shade under the cheekbones to contour and create definition. Next, she applied Fit Me! Blush in Deep Rose to the apples of the cheeks, creating a soft glow.

Eyes:

Eye Studio Master Drama Cream Pencil in Midnight Master: Charlotte created an exaggerated winged eye with this richly pigmented liner. She lined the outer half of the lid and the entire lower lash line. She extended the line out toward the edge of the temple and in toward the inner corner of the eye.

Eye Studio Color Plush Silk Eyeshadow in Pink Persuasion: To add a slight shimmer, Charlotte used a liner brush to apply the dark grey shade over the eyeliner, on the outer corner of the eye.

Define-A-Brow Eyebrow Pencil in Soft Black: A straight, strong brow framed the eye look. Charlotte filled in the area under the arch of the brow - creating a straight, dramatic shape.

Volum' Express Falsies: Charlotte finished the eyes with this extra matte, extremely black mascara.

I have so much to say - please excuse me if this post is a little verbose. First of all, I've started a full time job again, so things may be a bit slower than normal (and you've probably already noticed my absence). Secondly, this less frequent posting schedule leads me to the second change. My OOTDs will no longer be dated. Gotta snap 'em when I can these days!

This was last Sunday's look, when I officially reentered the brunching world (my first in 10 months) with the fantastic Dina of Eye4Style. Naturally we ate far too much at Beauty & Essex and then slowly made our way to the Style Coalition lounge for a casual Emmys gathering. It was barely cool enough to wear fur, but I didn't care. I've been desperate to rock this vest since I purchased it in early September. Allow me to digress.

On the morning of the first day of Fashion Week (also known as Fashion's Night Out), Lucky Magazine invited us to Lord & Taylor, with the guidance of Suze Yalof Schwartz, to shop the trends complete with a $200 gift card. Who was I to say no? Naturally I headed right up to L&T's plus size floor (one of my guilty pleasures) and immediately to the MICHAEL Michael Kors assortment. And there it was, patiently waiting for me, the last fur vest in my size. Needless to say, I put that $200 gift card to good use (and then some). I'd love to show you the vest on the L&T website, but sadly it's not available online. Should you be interested in picking up one for yourself, head to the store - you'll fall in love.

Outfit details:

Sunnies: Tom Ford Nikita (no longer available)

Vest: MICHAEL Michael Kors, c/o Lucky Magazine & Lord & Taylor

Dress: Avenue (no longer available)

Necklaces: Swarovzki (a birthday present), Twittabling

Belt: Lane Bryant (no longer available)

Tights: One Stop Plus (no longer available)

Wedges: Torrid (no longer available)

Envelope clutch: ASOS (black leather no longer available, other colors here)

Photo by Dina, Eye4Style

(Editor's Note: While CoverGirl is compensating me for my time to create this series, please know that all opinions and experiences are my own.)

Colors from left to right, clockwise: Hot, Delish, Tempt and Euphoria

I knew that I was a makeup whore - ie, someone who loved all different kinds of makeup, across categories and price points, but until I wore the same brand of lipsticks for 7 days straight, I never realized how fickle I am. I won't lie, it was pretty tough to stick with my Lip Perfection challenge, but I am please to announce that another lip product did not touch my lips during Fashion Week. (I chronicled most of the days on my Tumblr.)

Because of my new red hair and complexion, I chose to wear Hot, Delish, Darling, Sultry, Spellbound, Tempt and Euphoria for the challenge. These colors are from the Runway Collection, however the entire collection features 15 colors that complement a wide range of skin tones. I also paired a couple of the colors with Lip Perfection liners in Seduce and Passion.

What surprised me most about the challenge was that I didn't feel like I had to constantly reach into my bag for lip balm. With the exception of Sultry and Delish, the formula didn't need any additional moisturizers (I mixed a teensy bit of balm to keep the more nude colors from laying a bit too flat on my lips). Even more surprisingly, Hot and Tempt lasted dearly all day without needing to be reapplied. Those are some serious pigments!

After a bit of research, I learned why CoverGirl's Lip Perfection lipsticks are so different - the formula uses olive oil as an active moisturizer, plus white tea for it's anti-aging properties, a "butters complex" (ie, shea avocado and aloe) for that smooth finish and a silk protein that helps to improve the condition of your lips over time.

The Runway Collection, which I was focused on for this experiment, features 15 of Lip Perfection's expansive 44 shade collection. I know some of you ladies have had to try these lipsticks. Which shades are your favorite?

Well....Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is back, along with tired feet, early mornings and not enough time to spend with friends from out of town. I always wish that I could do more, see more and write more, but hopefully this is a season where I'll actually be able to do all of the above, thanks to being super selective about what I agree to attend. Sometimes less truly is more!

Today's look was shot by Meredith from Retro Diva's Beauty (and my Patricia Field tote was graciously held by Paula of Older Girl Beauty) on our way back from visiting the Glambulance. If you don't follow either of these ladies on Twitter, you're definitely missing out.

This season, I'm trying to keep it relatively easy and definitely a little more casual than seasons past. I've been buying a lot of great pieces (especially skirts) that I love and they work so effortlessly in this weird middle ground between summer and fall. Now for the outfit details:

Neon cardigan: Norma Kamali for Wal-Mart (no longer available)

Tank: Old Navy (no longer available)

Skirt Old Navy

Shoes: Kathryn Kerrigan

Handbag: DKNY (similar available here)

What happens when Lady Gaga creates a line of products for Polaroid and then Polaroid taps to create pieces exclusively with said printer (the GL10, for all you tech chics out there)? A public and digital showcase of over 60 pieces, culminating in a public auction on September 14th. Artists like James Franco, Cynthia Rowley, Patrick Demarchelier, Tory Burch, Nicola Formichetti and Michael Bernard, who the above photo is by.

Check out all 60 works at Polaroid.com or if you're in the city, stop by Phillips de Pury and Company at Milk Studios. If you should be feeling extra art-y, visit Phillips de Pury and Company's larger gallery on Park Avenue.

PS - aren't you glad Polaroid's making a comeback?

If you have't heard seen me proclaim my love for my pup on Twitter (almost obsessively and for that, I'm sorry), you're probably not following me. My lovable mutt, Lola Belle, has been featured as Barkzilla's Barkista of the Month for September. Considering that September is fashion's most important month, I'm pretty thrilled.

Check out the feature on Barkzilla and consider submitting your own lovable fur ball as Barkista of the Month. Besides, who doesn't love to think about that adorable face wearing her beloved Isaac Mizrahi for Target trench coat?

xoxo

(Editor's Note: While CoverGirl is compensating me for my time to create this series, please know that all opinions and experiences are my own.)

When the team from CoverGirl reached out to me about wearing their LipPerfection lipsticks exclusively for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, admittedly I jumped at the chance. I've been a longtime fan of the product (and Drew Barrymore's gorgeous ads, clearly), plus I'm truly interested in seeing how the LipPerfection's silk protein can transform my lips over a period of seven days.

I'll be focusig on The Runway Collection, a series of 16 shades hand selected by Pat McGrath for not only the colors themselves but how they played an integral role in the latest looks straight from the runway. Some of my favorites are Hot (worn yesterday at Lucky Magazine's FABB conference) Delish and Divine.

Keep an eye on my Twitter timeline for more info about what shades I'm wearing daily, plus I'll circle back at the end of next week with a challenge recap. Do you think I can stick with it? And, more importantly, will my lips look (and feel) better? Only time will tell!

(Editor's Note: While Band-Aid & Cynthia Rowley may be compensating me for my time to write this post, all opinions are my own.)

While I normally wouldn't advocate seking out an ambulance (especially considering this summer's medical extravaganza), this particular ambulance is designed to up your glamour factor by helping you avoid (and recover from) any fashion mishaps. This adorable vehicle of chic will be fully stocked with Cynthia Rowley Band-Aids (of course) plus a hair stylist, seamstress and makeup artist. If you get caught in New York's monsoon, find the glambulance STAT.

Since this is one ambulance you'll actually have to seek out, put these dates & times in your calendar:

Thursday, September 8th, 4 p.m.-12 a.m. (Fashion’s Night Out)

Glambulance stationed at 5th Ave between 56 and 57th Streets

Friday, September 9th, 1 p.m.-9 p.m. (Date of Cynthia Rowley Show)

Glambulance stationed at 65th Street and Broadway

If you aren't in NYC, you can create your own glambulance experience in two exciting ways.

Enter the Fashion Malfunction Facebook Contest during Fashion Week and tell us your worst fashion emergency story for the chance to win a $2,500 Cynthia Rowley fashion spree and styling session. Check out Band-Aid's Facebook page for more info.

Plus the Cynthia Rowley Band-Aid's just launched at drugstores nationwide. $4.25 is a small price to pay for a high fashion savior, don't you think?