TRUE BEAUTY FASHIONISTA DAYS ARE HERE

As they say, 'beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder' but I say 'beauty lies on the whole face'. Like Wendy Williams say, ". . . smoke my face out", and Calvin Klein says ". . . the best thing is to look natural but it takes make-up to look natural."

Spring is almost here, so TFNOW is getting you ready to put your best face on to keep you confident, whether you want it smoked out with the latest cosmetic products and advice or whether you want it looking natural with the latest beauty trends.

As TFNOW fans know, we did not really think the Oscars took us on a fashion escapade last Sunday but we have to say at least some of the faces and hair was looking good. For one, my favorite was Reese Witherspoon and her 60's inspired hairdo which made us wanting more of that sleek and sculpted Bridget Bardotesque hair. I love messy looking hair but remember its not really messy because it takes a hair stylist to make it look that way. We loved the loose tousles seen on Natalie Portman, Scarlet Johansen and Amy Adams last Sunday.

When it comes to face, Jennifer Hudson and Reese Witherspoon comes to mind with their winged liquid liner eyes. Where there's smoke there's fire, so we loved Halle Berry and Mila Kunis's smoking shadowed eyes. Overall, starlets like Sandra Bullock and Mandy Moore gave us pouty lips with more playful and punchy colors and we loved them for at least giving us good face minus the fashions. So as your weekend begins to unwind, you too can get some of the inside scoop, beauty trends, giveaways and beauty advice from beauty experts in the industry to look your best, this spring and the year throughout.

Lady Gaga walks the runway in Paris for Thierry Mugler & Previews "Government Hooker".

Lady Gaga walks the runway in Paris for Thierry Mugler

Today, world superstar Lady Gaga walked the runway in Paris at the Thierry Mugler Women's A/W11 Collection. She also previewed one of her new track from her soon to be released album "Born This Way" with a single called "Government Hooker".

Photo credit: Francois Durand/Getty Images

Photo credit: Francois Durand/Getty Images

Photo credit: Francois Durand/Getty Images

Photo credit: Francois Durand/Getty Images

Photo credit: Francois Durand/Getty Images

Trixxi's Spring Sportswear 2011: Peacock Collection

Get ready to shop these looks that are proud as a peacock in fabulous hues of blues.

Available at: Macys, Nordstrom, JC Penny and other fine department stores.

Flutter sleeve, smock waist, sublimated butterfly top. Retails for $34

Melange jersey top with silver medallion and novelty back detail. Retails for $38

Tie dye, crochet lace back, ruffle fabric tank. Retails for $28

Turquoise, Soutache trim, Rushed tank with banded waist. Retails for $34

Trixxi Clothing releases Spring Sportswear 2011 line titled 'Peacock Collection'.

 

Trixxi Clothing, the Los Angeles based junior clothing company, releases its new Spring sportswear line featuring their brand new Peacock Collection.  Fresh and vivacious, the new Peacock Collection features Melange Jersey Tops and Tie Dye Tanks in fanciful shades of turquoise and peacock, as well as sexy one shoulder tops with intricate caviar beading.  In addition, the new line showcases Smock Tops in moody hues of blue along with the new über-hot Poncho Tops available in three styles. Along with the new collection, Trixxi is introducing their new novelty screened T-Shirt line. Trixxi’s smooth and comfortable cotton/rayon souvenir tees are the perfect pairing with jeans or a ball skirt, making the line a perfect spring wardrobe addition at $24 each.

“We wanted to have fun with the line this spring and the peacock and its brilliant colors became our inspiration,” notes Trixxi Clothing owner/designer Leslie Flores.  “The colors are sensational and the textures and patterns are going to really look great with all looks and styles; it’s current, it’s flirty and we think our customers will love the distinctive look.”

The design team behind Trixxi combines up-to-the-minute styles with classic silhouettes, quality fabrics and high-end craftsmanship.  Keeping the quality high and the price-point low is what sets Trixxi apart in the crowded marketplace. Taking a cue from today’s most sought after styles, while always adding an unconventional twist, Trixxi mixes sophisticated style, retro looks, and unexpected prints and fabrics; ideal for the confident and savvy young lady.  Trixxi is available at Macys, Nordstrom, JC Penny and other fine department stores.

About Trixxi Clothing:

Trixxi is a Los Angeles based clothing company specializing in trendy junior dresses and sportswear.  Founded by Annette Soufrine and Leslie Flores, Trixxi is carried in major retail department stores and specialty stores across the country.  The Trixxi customer is young, confident and fashion-forward.

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NIIAMAR Spring 2011 Collection

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NIIAMAR FELDER - The Fashion King Of NIIAMAR

Niiamar Felder

Niiamar Felder captures the true meaning of high fashion. Through a mixture of soft silhouettes and artful flamboyance, he reintroduces the beauty and class of haute couture fashion.

Niiamar (Sudanese for "King") was born in 1983 in Jacksonville, FL. He discovered his love for artistry at an early age. While attending Douglas Anderson High School of the Performing Arts, the classically trained Tenor realized that his true gift and passion was in fashion design. He has worked meticulously to embrace his talent, drawing inspiration from paintings, architecture and historical glamour to construct timeless designs. Niiamar received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Florida A&M University (FAMU) in 2007.

Niiamar's original designs have been featured in several fashion shows, national promotional campaigns, and theater productions on the east coast. His list of accomplishments include a feature showing of his Spring '07 collection at New York’s Rebirth 2007!: Harlem Renaissance, the six-piece women's couture collection featured classic elegance, with ostrich feathers, jewels, bows, and subtle contours. The Spring'07 collection along with other notable pieces from the designer's collections were displayed at FAMU’s Fashion Exhibit in April 2007.

Inspired by the brilliance of Valentino and Coco Chanel, Niiamar avoids trends and fads in favor of a more enduring style that has become the signature of his coveted designs. Niiamar has received numerous accolades for his work, including: The Antoinette M. Humphries Volunteer of the Year Award, and Artist of the Month, for his work as costume designer for the Florida A&M University Essential Theatre. He was nominated to receive the notable Marvin Sims Design Fellowship (2006) in Costume Design awarded by the Kennedy Center of the Performing Arts. He also worked as a Design Assistant to renowned designer Kevan Hall in the summer of 2006. In addition to designing stunning collections each season, Niiamar's designs have been worn by Hollywood personalities to red carpet events, including the Academy Awards. He has served as Principal Costume Designer for the off Broadway productions of "The Doll Confessions" directed by Tony Award Winner Trezana Beverley and Cole Porter’s "Kiss Me Kate."

Niiamar credits God's inspiration for his visionary outlook and growing list of accomplishments in the world of fashion.

He currently resides in New York City where he is Assistant Costume Designer at the prestigious American Academy of Dramatic Arts.

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