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NYFW Fall 2011: Vena Cava

by Diana Ajih on February 11, 2011

DESIGNER: Vena Cava

INSPIRATION: “It’s the other side of grunge, the elegant early nineties”

TOP LOOKS: daring cutouts, square necklines, long silk jersey dresses, cropped tops and pants

TOP COLORS: Navy, gray, beige, rust

ACCESSORIES: Berets, Gold choker-style necklaces, gold cuffs, lace up flatforms

MY THOUGHTS: I grew up in the 90′s so I miss this look. Very edgy but cool enough for the downtown hipster.

Check out the rest of the collection at Style.com!

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Hot Links This AM: Anne Hathaway, Anthropologie, Gap and more!

by Diana Ajih on October 18, 2010

in news

Source: Gap

Anne Hathaway Covers November Vogue [The Cut]
Anthropologie to Launch Accessories-Only Shop [WWD]
DSquared2 designers have partnered with Yoox.com to launch a canine accessories collection. [People]
Australian City Bans Ed Hardy [Refinery29]
Fashion Blogger Julia Frakes appears in Gap’s first-ever China campaign. [Refinery29]
Vena Cava collaborates with the owners of the Los Angeles Ten Over Six boutique to create a selection of platform shoes for spring 2011. [WWD]
In celebration of their new Shoe Galleries launch, Selfridges created 11 sculptural shoes created from appliances. Huh? [Styleite]

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NYFW Spring 2011 Backstage Beauty: Vena Cava

by Diana Ajih on September 10, 2010

in runway beauty

For their spring 2011 show, Vena Cava shows us textured updos, strong makeup, and half moon nails.

Makeup: Christian McCulloch for MAC Cosmetics

Hair: Hairstylist Ted Gibson

Nails: Nonie Creme with Butter London

The Looks

Makeup: Vena Cava drew inspiration from the Spring 2011 collection and their use of strong colors. McCulloch used vibrant makeup colors- strong smokey eyes with navy eyeshadow, contoured cheekbones, bright coral lips for a burst of color. To keep the face youthful, he left the eyebrows alone for a more natural look.

Hair: Instead of a simple updo, Ted Gibson wanted a more interesting and modern look by adding texture to the hair.

Nails: The nails are definitely an attention-grabber. A lot of details went on the nails, where Nonie Creme gave the models a black and beige half moon manicure.

Check out Stylecaster.com to learn how to recreate these looks!

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New York Fashion Week Spring 2011: Vena Cava

by Diana Ajih on September 10, 2010

in runway

Designer: Vena Cava

Inspiration: Channeling the ’80′s Memphis Design Movement with multicolors and geometric aesthetic.

Top Trends: Silk prints, bold colors, geometric blouses, minimalism

My Thoughts: Taking ideas from the Memphis Italian Design Movement back in the ’80′s, Designers Sophie Buhai and Lisa Mayock did a fab job creating effortless looks without the need of the “flashy extras” seen from past shows. I love the bold shades- khaki, red, and blue, the geometric silhouettes, cropped trousers, and washed silks.

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First Look: Vena Cava for Aqua Collection Lookbook

by Diana Ajih on August 12, 2010

in trendsetters

Vena Cava for Aqua 19 piece collection will make its debut at Bloomingdales and Bloomingdales.com in September. Sophie Buhai from Vena Cava summed up the collaboration with Aqua, Bloomingdales ready-to-wear line, to New York Mag: “It’s sort of a greatest hits of Vena Cava but a little more playful and accessible.” I’m excited and I have a feeling this line will be a hit.

The collection plays on several variations of classic Vena Cava like sheer black shorts, triangle-printed dresses and blouses. It also features mesh one-shoulder dresses, lace-trimmed tees, cropped skinny pants, faux fur vests, and more! Prices range from $98 to $198.

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NYFW: MAC S/S 2010 for BCBG, Vena Cava, and L.A.M.B.

by Diana Ajih on September 13, 2009

in runway

Get the Look

EYE: Zoom Lash in Zoomblack – applied to lash line as messy but chic liner with a 205 Mascara Fan Brush. Zoomblack Mascara – applied to upper and lower lashes. Zoomblack Mascara- applied to upper and lower lashes
FACE: Mineralize SP F15 Foundation – applied to skin where needed and under eyes with 217 Blending Brush.
LIP: Lip Conditioner – matted down onto lips with sponge.

“It’s all about the individual. The look is finished but not made up.” — Lisa Butler for BCBG

Get the Look

EYE: PRO Taupe Powder Blush – blended over the eyelids and along the lower lash line. Coquette Eye Shadow – applied to the crease of the eyelids. Clear Brow Set – brushed up through the brows.
FACE: Studio Sculpt Concealer and Select Cover-up Concealer –applied with M·A·C 190 Foundation Brush to create a matte finish on the skin. Prep + Prime Powder – applied to set the skin. PRO Taupe Powder Blush – brushed under cheekbones to contour.
LIP: PRO Lipmix in White, Burgundy, Blue and Red – blended together and applied to the lips to create a matte, opaque violet lip.

The Look

“The collection is inspired by the graphic wall murals of the Ndebele tribe in South Africa, with a Maude Lebowski take on styling so we created a bold, graphic lip in violet.” – Lloyd Simmonds

Get the Look

EYE: Fascinating Eye Kohl – applied to the water line. PRO Lash Mascara – applied to top lashes only . The look featured three different eye looks: Liner 1 – Fascinating Eye Kohl applied in a winged-up shape to lash line as a base with Marine Blue PRO Chromaline brushed on top. Liner 2 – Basic Red PRO Chromaline brushed in a winged-up shape to lash line as a base with PRO Acid Orange Pigment brushed on top. Liner 3 – PRO Beelicious Eye Pencil applied as base in a winged-up shape with PRO Rock It Yellow Pigment brushed on top.
FACE: Face and Body Foundation and Studio Finish Concealer – applied to the skin with a 190 Foundation Brush. Mineralize SkinFinish Powder – applied to set the skin. Spiked Brow Pencil – filled into the brows to intensify.
LIP: PRO Fleshpot Satin Lipstick and Media Lipstick – pressed onto lips.

The Look

“Makeup to capture the spirit of Gwen. A fresh, young and playful approach to past decades. Splashes of vibrant colour to match the line – neutral, soft lines with bold patterns and tribal accents.” — Donald Simrock

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