Beauty Celebrities Fashion

No Doubt rocker Gwen Stefani has teamed up with Urban Decay for a new collection of makeup that's set to hit stores and Urbandecay.com this November. According to the makeup brand's press release, Stefani was involved in all aspects of creating, formulating, and packing this new collection to ensure it fit with her personal style.

Stefani has long been known for her bold makeup looks, from bright pink lipstick, to dark eyeliner, and colorful eyeshadow. Her unique style makes her stand out from other artists, so it makes sense why UD would team up with the singer.

We're looking forward to seeing what this range will include, but with Stefani at the helm, it's bound to be a beautiful collection.

You can shop the Gwen Stefani | Urban Decay collection beginning November 22. 

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Beauty Fashion Tyra Banks

Supermodel Tyra Banks is launching her direct selling program through her new beauty brand, Tyra Beauty. The program will allow entrepreneurs to sell the Tyra Beauty products to earn a commission. Banks tested out the program in March, and 200 "Beautytrainers" were selected to take part in the soft launch. She now has 1,000 Beautytrainers that sell the Tyra Beauty products.

The products include contouring kits, lipstick, mascara, eyeliner, blush sticks, and eyeshadows in a variety of hues. Prices for the products start at just $18.

Banks has successful parlayed her modeling career into a booming powerhouse of business ventures. She is currently on the talk show circuit,  and is still the host of America's Next Top Model.

You can read more about Banks' Tyra Beauty direct selling program here. 

Fashion Kanye West

Kanye West debuted his Yeezy 2 New York Fashion Week collection at a warehouse in Chelsea. The spring/summer collection was oddly similar to his previous fall 2015 collection of Spanx-like pieces, and it made us wonder if West is being serious with his spandex couture, or if he's really trolling us?

The models were lined up by the color of their complexion. Fair-skinned models to the front, and dark-skinned models to the back. They each donned clothing that matched their skin color as well. West didn't really explain the reason for the obvious racial segregation - only noting that his show as a form of "art." Yeah, okay.

A drill sergeant was on hand to yell out commands to the models as they stood silently on the stage. No smiles were cracked, there wasn't any kind of joy or excitement. Some may say this presentation was a direct reflection of West's new life: bland, boring, and overall emotionless.

West is still trying his hand at being taken seriously in the world of fashion, but with each new collection, more scathing reviews trickle out from fashion insiders. Stick to music, Ye. Fashion designing isn't for everyone. 

Fashion

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's high-end fashion label, The Row, has been sued by a former intern who claims she was forced to work more than 50 hours a week from May 2012 until September 2012. The former intern, Shahista Lalani alleges she would receive emails late at night from the technical designer, was forced to run errands, sew, cut patterns, create spreadsheets and do other tasks that she should have been paid for. Other past and present interns are being encouraged to join in on the suit as well.

Celebrities

Singer Taylor Swift just landed the cover of Vanity Fair's September "Style Issue". The "Bad Blood" singer dons a black blazer with matching black trousers and a white collard shirt. Her hair is long and full with loose waves framing her face, and the singer opted for a bold red lipstick and darkly rimmed eyes.

Photographed by Mario Testino, Swift sits in front of a piano, and the cover crowns her the "captain of the girl squad". The singer who was once the shy and awkward teenager amongst her peers is now a young adult with more than enough friends in the music, fashion and entertainment industries.

In the interview, Swift takes some time to talk about the Apple and Spotify issues she has been dealing with. You can read her full interview here.

Fashion

When transitioning from the fast-fashion and contemporary markets into luxury pieces, one must select specific pieces in order to create the perfect high-end wardrobe. Our list of the top 10 must-have pieces will turn your closet from teeny bop into a modern and chic oasis!


1. A Simple Black T-Shirt
$126 Isabel Marant Felipe split-sleeve t-shirt

A simple black t-shirt can be paired with just about anything. The neutral color allows you to style the top with every piece in your closet. 

2. A Pair of Timeless Blue Jeans 

Brunello Cucinelli Slim-leg Jeans $743

Everyone loves a good pair of denim jeans, but in order to transition your wardrobe into a luxury closet full of high-end pieces, you must select a timeless silhouette and a medium to dark wash hue that won't go out of style. Also, make sure the legs aren't too tight or too flared. A sleek, straight leg finish will work best.


3. A Simple Black Dress
Alexander Wang $695

A simple black dress is our go-to item for dinner dates, charity galas, and nights out on the town. We immediately fell in love with this Alexander Wang LBD because the fit and style allows the dress to be versatile and paired with various footwear, outwear and handbags. 

4. Blazer  

Theory Elkaey Stretch-Wool Blazer $485

Blazer are not only for the office. This versatile overcoat can now be dressed up for a dinner date with friends, or dressed down for a night at the movies. 

5. Black Leather Jacket

BLK DNM Leather Jacket $795

A black leather jacket will come in handy when the weather gets a little chilly, but aside from its ability to keep you warm, the leather jacket is a staple that never gets old. Stick to straight lines, and keep the adornments and zippers to a minimum

6. A Winter Coat

Burberry Brit-Wool Blend Peacoat $1,295

A peacoat can be worn on top of jeans and a tee or paired with your favorite dress. The structure of the coat provides a timeless silhouette that can be worn throughout the years. 

7. A Simple Handbag 

Saint Laurent Leather Tote $950

What's a wardrobe without a handbag? This Saint Laurent tote is the perfect addition to your luxury wardrobe because it's shaped in the classic tote bag silhouette. The leather is kept unadorned which allows the handbag to be paired with everything from a vibrant shift dress to jeans and a blouse.

8. A Pair of Power Pumps 

Saint Laurent Paris Skinny Pumps - Black $595.

Every woman needs a pair of power pumps to go along with her office and night out attire. These pumps by Saint Laurent have a heel that's not too high, and a pointed toe which adds to the chic and sophistication of the footwear. Thankfully, this style of shoe pairs perfectly with every piece in this must-have list!

9. A Timeless Watch 

Burberry 38mm Golden Watch With 5-Link Strap $695

Every luxury wardrobe full of high-end pieces wouldn't be complete without a gorgeous watch. This Burberry timepiece comes in gold and silver, and at 38mm, the watch is big enough to make a statement and command attention. 

10. Dazzling Jewelry 

Ruifier Gold Celestial Sunset Ring $1,040

To close the list, a piece of luxury jewelry is needed. We picked this dazzling creation by Ruifier. The contrasting jeweled stones in various hues allows this ring to be worn with multiple outfits and prints.

This list of 10 must-have pieces to transition into a luxury wardrobe is just the start for stylistas who are looking to completely revamp their look with high-end pieces. After you build up your wardrobe with this list of 10 items, you can move forward with acquiring additional wardrobe staples such as skirts, shorts and vests. 

If you're in love with these must-have pieces, you can shop the look right here on Luxury Finds!

Photo c/o Lisa Adams Luxury Closets

Fashion Goop

Gwenyth Paltrow's lifestyle website, Goop, has just released an Edie Parker collection of Hip-Hop-themed clutches that will be the perfect accessory for your next girl's night out. The bags pay homage to a few of Paltorw's favorite rappers including her friend Jay Z, Eminem, Tupca Shakup and The Notorious B.I.G.

The bags were created using a poured acrylic technique that provides a glossy sheen to each piece. Each clutch features a rapper's name on each side, so you can choose from the Hov x Shady clutch or the Pac x Biggie clutch. 

 The clutches may appear to be tiny, but according to Goop's website, the dimensions are 8.9 cm tall x 25.4 cm in length. The inside compartment is 4.8 cm deep to hold all of your GNO must-have items.

The Edie Parker x Goop collection of clutches are priced at $1,695 and are available now on Goop's website. 

Alexander Wang Fashion

It's quite likely that Balenciaga won't renew Alexander Wang's contract. It isn't too surprising that things are coming to an end. Despite Wang completely revamping the taste of the brand's clientele, the Balenciaga fashion house has made a gradual shift from the vivid and feminine pieces of Nicolas Ghesquière, to the dark and gloomy pieces of Wang. Sales have soared under his helm, but in the end, Wang and Balenciaga did not click entirely.

Thankfully for Wang, he has his own eponymous fashion label to focus on, and we wouldn't be surprised if that was his main reason for wanting to leave his duties at Balenciaga. Wang's label has been gaining traction thanks to the designer's infectious personality and his genius marketing tactics.

Balenciaga won't renew Alexander Wang's contract, but the designer still has a growing fan base that craves his all-black ensembles, his trendy handbags, and his love for demolishing the status quo.

Who do you think Alexander Wang's successor will be at Balenciaga?

Jewelry

Valentines Day is just around the corner! It's never too early to start planning the perfect outfit and accessories. Here are a few of our favorite pieces that will help you stand out on this lover's holiday!

Eddie Borgo

Estate Necklace

$600

Burberry Fashion

You've seen it everywhere; the Burberry poncho is this winter's must-have item because it's versatility, bold colors, and the ability to get this bad boy monogrammed!

With a $1,395 price tag on the Burberry website, this poncho is a style investment. Due to the multiple ways one can style this piece, I don't anticipate this item going out of style any time soon.

Olivia Palmero styled her Burberry poncho with thigh high boots and shorts. How will you style your Burberry Colour Block Check Blanket Poncho this winter?