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If you’re like me, you entered the Ticketmaster Hunger Games for Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour tickets. I woke up at 3:30 a.m. (twice) to secure tickets in Europe. Was I exhausted and stressed? Yep. But after waiting in queues with over 22,000 people (and counting), I was lucky enough to secure Club Renaissance tickets! Hundreds of other people and I will be dancing the night away because there are no seats. Suffice to say, I will undoubtedly be wearing sensible shoes and may need an ice bath afterward. However, when it comes to my makeup, I plan on going all out. 

I’ve always loved the simple yet glam vibe of Beyoncé’s makeup. (I’m still especially obsessed with her Coachella look—the clean skin and glitter lid are just *chef’s kiss*.) So, of course, I did a deep dive to find out how her makeup artist, Sir John, has created looks that pop off the stage and last through hours of dancing and performing. Additionally, I tapped a few makeup artists to walk me through how to get our beauty looks ready for the tour with a few Beyoncé tried-and-true beauty staples as the inspiration. Keep scrolling!

The ensemble cast for the superstar seems to be fresh skin, an impactful lash, a glitter lid, and a liner. Of course, as a girl with hyperpigmentation, getting skin like Beyoncé’s seems impossible. However, Erin Lee Smith, beauty director and in-house artist for lifestyle-and-fashion boutique ByGeorge, says a less-is-more application—with a light hand and the right tools—can get us there. First, there’s skin prep. Typically, you’d start with a moisturizer, but in interviews, Sir John says he skips the moisturizer and goes straight to primer when prepping skin for concerts. 

Like my foundation and concealer, I tend to over-apply even primer. However, Smith says, “You don’t need much. Just a pump or two.” The key to primer doing its job well is letting it dry completely before applying your foundation. A foundation with long-wear technology is essential for long-lasting looks that stand up to dancing (and the occasional happy scream).

For a seamless, lightweight foundation application that doesn’t feel or look heavy, Smith says to first apply foundation with a foundation brush and then set it with a Beautyblender ($20). “You can really press in the product with a Beautyblender,” she tells us. “Just make sure it has a little moisture to it. You want the blender to be bouncy.” 

As for concealing blemishes and hyperpigmentation, Smith recommends layering a concealer that matches your skin tone on top. “You don’t want to put a spotlight on the blemish by using a color that is lighter than your face.” For application, she uses a small brush to cover the blemish with concealer and lightly powders to set it. 

As you’re evening out your skin tone, you may think it’s time to bake. Nope. In interviews, Sir John says he doesn’t bake; he cooks. His reasoning? Too much powder can actually age the skin. Instead, he uses a light dusting of loose powder to absorb the oil in the foundation, concealer, and T-zone. (Scroll to the end of the article to shop the exact formulas I’ll be packing to achieve the results explained above!)

Let’s talk eyes. After some additional research, I got the deets on what Sir John applied for the Coachella look I have been obsessed with for years. He used two liners to line Beyoncé’s eyes: a liquid liner on the top lid and a brown liner on the bottom. Of course, no matter what liner you use for your looks, keep a dry cotton bud on standby to clean up any mistakes. 

For the glitter lid, Lemonhead.LA’s Spacepaste in Houdini was applied across the entire lid with Dirty Penny added to the center. For a more colorful Renaissance-inspired look, Lemonhead.LA founder Megan Dugan, told me how to layer the brand’s signature glitter concentrates. First, apply Dirty Penny as a liner. Next, fade the pigment upward with Spacejam in Paradise Cove and highlight the corners of your eyes with Sheer Glow Jam Electric Daze. For application, Dugan recommend using a flat eye shadow brush, but she says you can also use your fingers or a blending brush for a more fanned out look.

And we can’t forget about the lashes. Smith is a big fan of Loveseen’s lashes. I am now, too, because they’re crafted for people like me who find it challenging to apply falsies. “Loveseen lashes have a clear band that holds the individual hairs together,” Smith tells us. “The clear band not only gives a more natural finish but also won’t show that you may have applied the strip a little crooked.” Additionally, if you have sensitive eyes like me, they feel as natural as they look (and you can reuse them).

Adding bright, full hues to the face can be daunting. But Danessa Myricks, makeup artist and founder of Danessa Myricks Beauty, says leaning into monochromatic colors makes the process easier. “Using the same color all over the face in varying intensities is an easy way to create a look that is both dynamic and cohesive,” she tells me. 

Additionally, she recommends using long-wear cream products to create a highly pigmented look. “I love cream products as they are both easy to blend and vary in intensity,” she shares. She recommends Colorfix in shades like Latte or Valentine to re-create some of Beyoncé’s past looks at home since the formula is waterproof and can last up to 24 hours.

As you apply any pops of color to the face, she recommends starting with minimal product and then slowly building up. “Begin the placement of color in the area where you want the boldest intensity,” she explains. “For example, you may begin your blush application at the apple of the cheek and then blend upward and outward to diffuse color if the intent is to have a bold cheek.”

For a more lifted effect, she says to add more color to the temples. “In this case, your first tap would be in the temple area and then blend down toward the apples,” she adds. And best of all, you can do all of this with your fingers, as she shares this is the best way to control the product. If you do opt to use tools, Myricks says, “fluffy brushes with longer hairs will offer a more diffused expression of color while denser brushes with shorter hairs will apply a bolder expression of color.”

Metallics are always in, and it’s also another look Beyoncé donned for her Renaissance album art. But how do we select an eye shadow and lip color combination that works together? L.A.-based makeup artist Carol Park says to choose colors in the same color family. “For example, if you are applying a darker plum metallic on the lips, balance it out with a rose plum metallic on the eyes,” she explains.

Additionally, she notes using colors that are complementary on the color wheel, like gold and purple, are great options. “A color combination I used recently to create a metallic lip was using the Milani Stay Put Lip Longwear Lipstick in Go Off for a beautiful dark-plum base and then applied the Adela May Beauty Metallic Plum Eye Shadow on top using a rounded flat brush. The dark-plum base created the most perfect backdrop for the plum metallic shimmers to stand out.”

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Hate to say we told you so, but we told you so. Last summer, we predicted the rise of the column maxi skirt trend, and we pretty much hit the nail on the head. Now, Lila Moss is offering us further proof of its popularity right now. 

Photographed at the Saint Laurent show on day one of Paris Fashion Week’s F/W 23 season, Moss wore a low-rise column maxi skirt, and it’s giving me ’90s vibes in the best way. She completed the look with an ab-baring sheer crop top and no jewelry—the ultimate minimalist’s move. Scroll down to see how she styled the trend in Paris, and shop similar versions for yourself. 

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The Pininfarina Battista is officially the world’s fastest accelerating car.

Sporting Italian tri-color racing stripes, the all-electric supercar from the fabled automotive design house completed a record-setting 8.55-second quarter-mile sprint at the NATRAX testing facility in India—watch the dramatic moment below:

According to Road & Track, the Battista beat out the all-electric Rimac Nevera by just .03 seconds to take the production car quarter-mile record.

Later in the session, the 1,900-horsepower-plus exotic also set the half-mile record at 13.38 seconds before maxing out at 222 mph at the helm of an Autocar Indian journalist. The Nevera still holds the top-speed record for electric production cars, which it set at 256 mph in late 2022.

“This year, new Battista owners are excited to explore the unprecedented performance of this design and engineering masterpiece,” CEO Paolo Dellachà said in a statement.

“These speed records—and independent tests—have validated our ambition to create a new generation of hyper and luxury car leading with Battista, whereby electric power delivers performance that is simply unachievable in the world of ICE powertrains.”

“Nothing prepares you for the brutal acceleration and pace of the Battista. It’s like being shot from a cannon,” added Hormazd Sorabjee, who was joined by colleague Renuka Kirpalani on the top-speed run.

“Equally amazing is the ease with which Battista hit its top speed, within just half a straight of Natrax’s high speed track. Even at VMax, the Battista felt rock solid, relaxed, and discreet. This is the future of speed.”

The records are a landmark achievement for Pininfarina. Founded in 1930 by Battista “Pinin” Farina, the legendary Italian design house penned many of history’s most beloved automobiles through half a century of collaboration with Ferrari, the last being 2012’s F12berlinetta.

The Battista is the first Pininfarina automobile created since its split from Ferrari. But as Maxim previously reported, the Battista is only the beginning of Pininfarina’s larger plans to become the foremost manufacturer of electric luxury cars.

An upcoming vehicle based on the Pininfarina PURA Vision concept will launch the all-new S-LUV (Sustainable Luxury Utility Vehicle) category, though not much information about the half-SUV, half-shooting brake has been made public.

Elon Musk has reclaimed the title of richest person on the planet.

The polarizing boss of Tesla, SpaceX and Twitter was toppled from the top spot by Bernard Arnault, CEO of French luxury brand LVMH last year, making Musk No. 2 on the world’s wealthiest list for more than two months. As of Monday, Feb. 27, however, Bloomberg reports that a surge in Tesla stock has lifted Musk back to the top of its real-time Billionaires Index.

Musk’s net worth was some $187.1 billion as of Monday after markets closed, according to Bloomberg, edging out the $185.3 billion fortune of Arnault.

While Tesla’s stock took a dive in the wake of Musk’s troubled acquisition of Twitter and a broader market downturn in tech stocks, shares for the electric automaker have surged in 2023 so far.

Not only does Musk currently hold the lofty title of World’s Richest Person, but he also holds a record for the biggest fortune ever lost by anyone in history.

CNN reports that Musk became the first person ever to lose $200 billion in wealth in 2022—after his net worth skidded from $340 billion in Nov. 2021 to $137 billion in Dec. 2022.

The Kimpton Surfcomber, a hip South Beach Art Deco masterpiece originally built in 1948, recently completed a multimillion-dollar revamp designed to amp up the hip hotel’s sophistication and luxe amenities like poolside bungalows, while paying homage to its storied history.

The aptly-named Surfcomber sits on 200 feet of prime oceanfront property with direct beach access on Collins Avenue. Following the makeover the hotel now “offers visitors a distinctively relaxed yet worldly guest experience, within a “backyard bliss”-themed,” design-driven environment.

Dayna Lee, principal designer at Powerstrip Studio which led the effort, says their aim was to imbue the Surfcomber “with the same love of stylish leisure” found on the French Riviera. That translates to “design-driven spaces that bring together the eclectic style of European Bohemia.” Overall it’s “an example of transitional architecture, bridging the ornamental styles of art deco from the 1930s with a streamlined and relaxed modern style.”

The design manifesto continues, “statement pieces are understated,” and “sleek Calacutta marble blends with geometric patterns, and teak moulding pairs with textured grasscloth. All in a color palette of soothing neutrals, soft tropical hues and serendipitous pops of color inspired by the South of France and infused with Miami spice.”

The most coveted accommodation is the renovated Ocean View Luxury Suite, at 725 square feet with a large, landscaped balcony—aka “private open-air green space”—offering prime views of the pool, bar and beach. It’s one of the hotel’s freshly restyled Specialty Suites showcasing “curved and linear Art Deco lines, soft white tones, muted tropical hues and textured natural fibers.”  

Outside, the picture-perfect pool is of course the main draw, and cool pool parties abound during events like Miami Music Week, Art Basel Miami Beach, and of course Miami Swim Week. During 2022’s Art Basel, the Surfcomber hosted UNREVEALED, a “wellness, web3, and entertainment oasis” there, and live DJs can be found spinning tunes on certain nights when the vibe gets a bit sexier.

Between the pool and the beach is the new High Tide Beach Bar and Grill, designed to be a “neighborhood backyard beach party” South Beach style. The chef has put together an all-day menu of “flavorful tacos, wraps and salads, while the bar serves up a parade of beachy drinks, local IPAs, light-and-bright wines and more,” as the hotel puts it.

Our favorite new feature however is The Vines Cabanas at Surfcomber. Those who want an elevated poolside experience can choose from revamped upper and lower cabanas, “offering guests the ultimate relaxation, pampering and privacy during their South Beach getaway in a prime location that’s just steps away from the beach.” Service is friendly and efficient whether you want a magnum of Dom Pérignon or just a bucketful of Miller High Life.

The Vines is also home to the dedicated K’alma Spa Cabana. Here you can indulge in “a plethora of personalized therapy variations” including the Surfcomber’s new signature Cafecito Massage, a unique treatment with extra-invigorating effects from an antioxidant-rich oil infused with organic coffee beans in a nod to Miami’s Cuban heritage.

Just off the lobby is the hotel’s social hub, aptly named the Social Club, an inviting bar / restaurant with classic and craft cocktails and a menu of items designed to be shared amongst friends, old or new. With both indoor and outdoor seating on bustling Collins Ave., it’s the ideal spot for everything from a boozy brunch to an entertaining dinner or end-of-the-evening nightcap.

In a nod to the interior design cues, the chef came up with fresh new South of France-inspired offerings, with his own twists of course. On the dinner menu, Latin American touches are found in the likes of hand-made empanadas, while the Boneless Short Rib over potato foam, and Pan Seared Branzino layered on green-apple mint couscous, are standouts.

Pair them with something from the barrel-to-glass wine selection or a round of your favorite cocktails—and repeat as necessary.

On a track or race course, it’s all about the little details that shave seconds off your time. What if the same logic held true even as you navigated uneven terrain? What if there were a pair of sneakers that transcended current technology, delivering the running equivalent of an impossibly smooth ride on the open road?

That’s the logic behind the impressive Norda 001 Trail Running Shoes, which defy all expectations in the current trail running market and are available now (while supplies last) at Huckberry.

To wit, Sneaker Freaker calls them the “Lamborghini of trail shoes,” and if that’s not incentive enough to lace ’em up, we don’t know what to tell you.

Founded in 2020 by sneaker and design industry vets Louis-Martin Tremblay and Willa and Nick Martire, the company’s shoes, on the surface at least, look more like an impressive design exercise than a rough-and-tumble set of trail running sneakers.

Yet again though, the difference lies in the details. For one, there’s the Vibram outsole, more akin to what you’d find with hiking boots, while they’re also reinforced with Dyneema throughout, a material lighter than Kevlar.

They’re finished off with Cordura nylon, plus Dyneema laces, for even more abrasion resistance, and the Montreal-based company also worked with Vibram on a custom midsole for a smooth ride underfoot.

Rather incredibly, the Norda 001 Trail Running Shoes are even made from 75 percent renewable sources, and then dialed in with a TPU insole for plenty of energy absorption.

As if those design details weren’t enough, the award-winning Norda 001 Trail Running Shoes come in two no-fuss colors (white and black) for the runner who’d rather keep their focus on what’s beneath their feet than on copping a limited-edition collector’s colorway.

Accordingly, these sleek trail running shoes are pricier than your average pair of running shoes: The Norda 001 Trail Running Shoes will set you back $285, but if Huckberry’s word is anything to go off (and it is), then these new runners are more than worth that price tag.

It’s form and function rolled into one sleek running shoe that’s also been dubbed the “Land Rover” of trail runners–sounds like a winning pair of kicks you’ll want to lace up to hit the trail this spring.

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From creative innovations to strategic planning, female entrepreneurs are making a mark across industries globally, proving talent is not specific to any gender. Souhayla, the founder and owner of House of Bratz, is a perfect example of an outstanding female entrepreneur who went from humble teenaged beginnings to owning a global brand.

House of Bratz is an aesthetic clinic well known for non-invasive treatments like Botox, BBL, IV drips, and fillers. The brand spans several countries including the Netherlands, Belgium, and Dubai, and Souhayla recently launched a fifth location to cater to clientele from different corners of the world. The story behind the business could inspire and empower women to relentlessly chase their dreams. 

Souhayla was only 20 years old when she started House of Bratz. Starting with nothing, she had to manage everything on her own. Souhayla worked hard for long hours every day just to ensure her clients got the best experience through her services. Souhayla barely had any time to spend with her family or friends. She realized that this approach to work might soon exhaust her, as she had no time for herself. To achieve the much-needed balance in her life, Souhayla sought the advice of a life coach, who completely transformed her outlook on life. 

Gradually, Souhayla realized that balancing life and work was possible. Having time for friends and family is not a privilege but a necessity. This new outlook on life not only made her more productive but also more confident. Her entrepreneurial journey posed several challenges, but she has overcome them all to make her business grow. After six years of consistent hard work, she is now an ace with unparalleled marketing skills. Souhayla’s expertise lies in making something out of nothing. She leveraged this talent to elevate her clinic to the position of a brand that is recognized internationally. 

Souhayla wants women to know that they can work hard towards their goals while taking care of themselves. Challenges and setbacks are part of everyone’s entrepreneurial journey in life. Instead of considering them as barriers, take them as lessons learn from.

Souhayla wants to be a role model for aspiring women who dream of starting their own ventures. She believes that if she can come so far having started with nothing, then no dream is too big to achieve for anyone.

When it comes to my list of 2023 purchases, a chic dress ranks high. While pants and trousers have certainly been in the limelight this past year (read: cargo pants, tailored trousers, baggy jeans, etc.), dresses remain an integral part of our year-round wardrobes. They’re reliable for work and the weekend, and they’re always there to see us through a myriad of occasions.

Luckily, there are plenty of fresh styles to get excited about ahead of the upcoming spring season. To dive in further, I’ve scoured the spring/summer 2023 runways to bring you an overview of the most noteworthy dresses to invest in this year as well as what dress styles I’ll be retiring (for now). From the freshest take on floral dresses to sheer fabrics and asymmetric silhouettes, read on to see what’s in (and out) for dresses this spring.

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Cowboy boots are a thing yet again. Street style, Instagram, and the new shoe arrivals on every cool shopping site are proof positive of this. That said, the Western boots that fashion girls are buying this season are decidedly more polished than the rugged styles of the past, and we’ve noticed that there are certain things they’re simply not wearing with their chic new boots. Alternatively, we’re also here to talk about what to wear with cowboy boots.

The tricky thing about cowboy boots is that they’re more specific than, say, Chelsea boots. If you wear them with pieces that conflict with their aesthetic, it may look a little confusing. If you wear them with other boldly Western pieces, it can look like Halloween came early.

Fashion people have been honing their cowboy-boot-styling skills in recent weeks, and we’ve been keeping track. Scroll on to find out which pieces stylish women have been keeping far away from their cowboy boots and which pieces they’re wearing with them. Oh, you can shop the coolest styles on the market along the way.   

Wearing things with cowboys boots that are also Western inspired can come across as costumey. That’s why we love the contrast that animal print provides.

Athleisure and cowboy boots don’t really mix, but the fashion crowd has been quick to pair them with polished pieces, which make the boots look particularly chic.

Tons of accessories and complicated outfits, in general, can distract from your cowboy-boot moment. On the flip side, simple looks like jeans and a tee or turtleneck can’t fail.

We love the unexpectedness of pretty pieces (e.g., ruffled skirts and pink lace) and classic items, such as a trench coat, with Western boots. That being said, embellishments such as sequins and fringe can come across as over-the-top.

This story was originally published at an earlier date and has been updated. 

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If you spend any time on the internet, you probably don’t need me to tell you that Pamela Anderson is the moment—period. A new memoir titled Love, Pamela; a Netflix documentary called Pamela, a Love Story; a spread in Interview Magazine; and a buzzworthy moment with Jacquemus altogether create an opportunity for the actress and model to become fashion’s It girl in 2023. And if her latest look proves anything, it’s that she isn’t wasting that chance. 

For a stop on her book tour at The Grove’s Barnes & Noble in Los Angeles, Anderson and her stylist Rebecca Ramsey chose to break the oldest fashion rule in the book with an all-white look by Magda Butrym worn in the middle of the winter. Specifically, Anderson wore a 100% silk blouse with a very on-trend flower embellishment on one shoulder and matching trousers. With the duo, she added a trench coat and sky-high stilettos, both in the same shade of off-white. 

Despite being one of fashion’s most controversial trends, a monochrome white look post–Labor Day can also be one of its chicest ensembles, an argument made even stronger by the manner in which Anderson pulled it off for her book tour. Scroll down to decide which side of this sartorial argument you’re on.  

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