Tuesday, October 6th, 2009 | Beauty, Haute Press, Shop
Bridal Beauty Talk with Raychel Wade, Colour Ambassador for La Prairie
By Leah
Raychel Wade, the go-to-gal for bridal beauty (she’s done some 500 brides) enlightens POSHGLAM with the “I do’s” for any lady taking the walk down the aisle.
According to Wade the bridal look for fall varies depending on several things. “What changes the look; where you are getting married, the venue, like how rich the interiors are, and or will it be indoors or outdoors. Also are you having rich burgundy in your flowers, if yes then change up your lipstick.” Wade continues, “I always ask the bride where are you getting married and at what time of day.” In order to get the look to last Wade expresses you must use the proper products. “Using a good foundation with having skin in tip top shape is essential. When I meet a bride for a trial I hope they are on a good skin care regime. If so I absolutely see the difference, and doing facials, and religiously using cleaners, toners, moisturizers etc., makes an impact as well.” As far as achieving a long-lasting effect, Wade adds, “Layering makeup is key …the more you layer the more staying power makeup has. For example with eyes, I’ll use a foundation base, then a cream shadow and finish with powder …the more your pack it on the better it’ll last.”
The age-old inquiry, what about using false eyelashes to make eyes pop? Wade proclaims, “Of the 500 brides I’ve done only five did not use them. Basically you have two options: individuals that are short to fill in gaps under mascara or full sets that look natural.”
Wade’s La Prairie Picks
“La Prairie Anti-Aging Foundation ($100) that gives a satiny finish and skin looks flawless. For cheeks touch up with La Prairie Cellular Radiance Cream Blush ($70) in rose glow or melon glow. If using a smoky eye I’ll use La Prairie Luxe Lip Liner Automatique ($50) in nude and tone the lip down with La Prairie Cellular Lip Colour Effects ($55) in cashmere, and over that I’ll use La Prairie Cellular Lip Colour Effects ($40) in marabou, one of our new fall colors.”
Visit La Prairie to purchase any of the mentioned products.
The top fives in Raychel’s bag …
DiorShow Mascara ($24), La Prairie Cellular Treatment Illuminating Face Powder ($60), Nars Lip Gloss in Greek Holiday ($24), Giorgio Armani Sheer Bronzer Number 1 ($48) and La Prairie Cellular Radiance Cream Blush ($70) in peach glow.
To learn more about Raychel Wade visit CheektoChic.com.
Thursday, August 27th, 2009 | Beauty, News, Shop
La Prairie Introduces Life Threads: A Triple Self-Indulgence
By Leah

Swiss Cosmetics brand La Prairie kicks off their fall beauty campaign with the release of Life Threads, a brilliant trio of perfumes that celebrate womanhood.
La Prairie President and Platinum wearer, Lynne Florio states, “With Life Threads, we aimed to create a provocative portfolio of fragrances that spoke to the different dimensions of a woman – scents that celebrated milestones and evoked memories. Whether you find yourself drawn to Silver, Gold or Platinum, the fragrance is sure to stir the senses and empower you to face the next chapter of their life with confidence and passion.”
Satisfy your every mood with the aromas that make up Life Threads. Silver is a floral woody, Gold is a seductive spicy oriental and Platinum is an elegant and edgy chypre floral.
To christen the launch of Life Threads, La Prairie joins forces with singer and songwriter Lucy Kaplansky to promote the campaign.
Each bottle is adorned in a glittery thread and retails for $125. Stay tuned …the story of Life Threads commences October 2009.


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