Looks like the 80s makeup craze is not quite over for designer Oscar de la Renta. At the A/W 2010 show, Revlon Global Artistic Director Gucci Westman created a really done, “80s cosmetics ad” look with browns and golds smoked out on the eye, a shiny lip with translucent skin.

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Spotted! Leighton Meester with some Giorgio Armani A/W 2009 inspired purple eyeshadow and vampy red lips at the American Eagles Outfitters grand opening celebration. Do we like the more madeup Miss Waldorf or prefer her au naturel? Spill your thoughts!

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With the 80s bigger than ever this fall, the iconic cat eye has been spotted everywhere! First, there was François Nars’ work at the Marc Jacobs A/W 2009 fashion show and my very own interpretation of it.

Then comes Leighton Meester in the “Somebody To Love” music video and Beyonce in her latest “Video Phone” music video with Lady Gaga.


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Ladies, it is official – color mascaras are back! Not only are they great for adding a pop of color to your face without breaking the bank, all it takes is a minute for you to put some on. Plus you can wear alone for a more dramatic look or layer over a coat of black mascara for a subtle tint.

It has been a while since I wore color mascaras but my first mascara was a mauve color from The Body Shop. And now that the 80s are back in full swing, you have no excuse not to put some color on those lashes.

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Maria Menounos and Rihanna rocking blue mascara

How To Choose A Color Mascara

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Inspired by François Nars’ work on the Marc Jacobs Fall 2009 runway, here is my take on the 80s look.

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