Lee Jung hyun

Name: Lee Jung-hyun (Lee Jeong-hyeon)
Nick Name: JangGu
Born: 1980-Feb-07 in Taegu, South Korea
Height: 163cm
Weight: 43kg Blood type: O
Profession: Actress, K-pop Singer, Model

Lee Jung Hyun made her debut at 16 years old in movie Kkonnip (꽃잎, "Petal"). Before releasing her first solo music album she featured as a guest vocalist on the Jo PD single "Fever", also appearing in the music video. Her early solo work is techno-style dance music. Her first single, Wa (와, "Come") topped the Korean charts for three weeks, while her third, Bakkwo (바꿔, "Change") won awards for Best Song and Most Broadcast Song. With her fifth album, Passion, she switched to a different style of music, Latin, complete with Spanish Guitar and flamenco-style tap dance. Many of her songs are sung in an angry mood, from the perspective of a rejected lover. in 2006,Lee Jung Hyun also released Japanese versions of her early hits Wa and Heaven in December 2004, and released her first Japanese album, THIS IS HYONY. Evonne Hsu (许慧欣)'s "Lonely Ballet" (孤单芭蕾/Gu Dan Ba Lei) is also a cover of Lee Jung Hyun's "Michyeo" (미쳐/Crazy). Cyndi Wang (王心凌)'s "HONEY" is also another cover of Lee Jung Hyun's "Summer Dance". Jordan Chan (陈小春)'s Covered Lee Jung Hyun's I love you Chulsoo

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First Look!! Rachel Rachel Roy for Macy's

What's the best way to bounce back after a highly-publicized separation and a struggling fashion line? Design a fresh, exuberant collection...and sell it for $59-300 at a mass retailer. Rachel Rachel Roy, which is launching in August in 85 Macy's stores, is the answer to economic troubles faced by the designer's eponymous line (more on this later). Aesthetically, it's one of the most cutting-edge collections she's ever created. A rock-and-roll version of her namesake line, Rachel Rachel Roy mesmerized everyone at the launch fete with it's fascinating mix of ladylike sophistication and eclectic cool. While the DJ, Keith Richards’ daughter, Alexandra Richards, spun dance music, guests, including Kelly Bensimon of Real Housewives of New York, June Ambrose and Veronica Webb, sipped Grey Goose cocktails and previewed the line of stonewashed denim, shaggy faux fur vests, blue leather skirts, jersey jumpsuits, leopard print jeans, watercolor dresses, paint-splattered overalls, spiked necklaces (a la Burberry), blazers with chains and exposed zippers, studded pointy flats and (my absolute favorite) a sequined black oversized blazer.







Seriously, I love this blazer. A press rep had to pry it out of my hands at the launch event.



























Rachel Roy, dressed in Rachel Rachel Roy and looking radiant and impossibly thin after the birth of her second child, joined me in twitting about the event (Follow her @rachel_roy and me @glamazonsblog). She also graciously chatted with the guests about the inspiration behind her new line. She told WWD:

"Accessible fashion has always been a passion of mine. Every woman should have the opportunity to express herself through style. Being able to design a contemporary product line that truly reflects a sense of individuality is a great honor. [...] This line has the same designer sensibility but with a younger feeling. This is the customer that I used to be --- and maybe I still am every once in a while."

Indeed. If Rachel Roy is the charming, cosmopolitan uptown lady, Rachel Rachel Roy is her renegade, younger sister---with a smaller bank account, of course.






As I wrote in my blog about her Fall Fashion Week presentation, Rachel Roy's namesake line, though popular with high-rollers like Oprah and Veronica Webb, is priced too high for the majority of her demographic, who just aren't willing to spend $500 on a blouse. Fortunately, in addition to launching a diffusion collection, she has lowered the price point by 25%. It's like she heard my cries. I still can't quite afford it, even with the decrease (and will only be able to buy Rachel Roy at sample sales, where I snagged this adorable dress in March).




However, I will be among the masses clamoring for a Rachel Rachel Roy vest/blazer/bag as soon as it hits Macy's stores in August. Tell me if you planning on shopping the new collection too.

Kisses,

xx Coutura

Glamazon Exclusive: Iman's Global Chic Handbag Line

Since 1994, Iman has told women of all shades what to put in our make-up bags. Now, the Somolian mogul will use her fashion savvy to design our handbags. Enter Global Chic: her stunning collection of satchels and totes with details---turquoise tribal prints, sleek snakeskin, vibrant bursts of neon color---inspired from her travels around the world.

And like her beauty products, the bag collection costs next to nothing; Global Chic ranges from $50-130 and is available NOW on msn.com. Yes, you read right. Thank the Fashion Gods.

If you're a Glamazon-fan, you know how I feel about celebs-turned-designers, who peddle clothes, umbrellas, shoes, sneakers, drinks and even toothpaste as part of their ever-expanding brand. But due to her experience as Calvin Klein's and YSL's muse, and the sheer quality of her designs, Iman's foray into the fashion business feels natural. And if her bags are any indication, fashion was in need of her expert business sense and exquisite taste (and my bank account is in need of the recession-conscious price point). See for yourself and tell me which bag will be your summer staple. I've got my eye on the snakeskin, neon satchel. Lust at first sight.







Kisses,

xx.Coutura

Ode to Spray de Mode

I just had to take two seconds out of my life to profess my undying love for Bumble and Bumble's Spray de Mode Hairspray ($25, bumbleandbumble.com).
Out of the hundreds of hairsprays that I receive on a monthly basis working in beauty, this is (and still remains) my favorite. It even has its own little space next to my computer at my desk...which is kind of a big deal considering that my desk is always jammed with beauty products.
Why is it so great you ask? Because it gives you just the right amount of hold without the sticky. You can use it with heat (i.e. a flat iron) and it still doesn't get sticky. You can even spray on your hair and then blow it out and it still won't get sticky and gross. Also, you can still comb or brush through your hair in case you need to change up your look really quick and, yes you guessed it, your hair still won't be sticky! (Can you tell that sticky hair is one of my pet peeves?! hahaha)
AND it stands up to the yucky, gross New York summer humidity...which is a big deal for me considering that I don't have a relaxer on my hair. I can't travel without the magical purple can, so luckily it even comes in a 4 oz size ($15).
Don't believe me? Buy it and try for yourself and let me know what you think!
xoxo
Ferocia

2009 CEW Beauty Insider's Choice Awards

Ok, so this post is for the hard core beauty gals out there (and for those who don't know, now you know!)
Every year, the creme de la creme of the beauty world get together for the annual Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW) Beauty Insider's Choice Awards. It's like the Golden Globes of the beauty world....kind of a big deal to have that hot pink seal of approval on your product!
According to a statement released by Carlotta Jacobson, CEW President, women are looking for "performance and value" when they buy beauty products.
"With the CEW Beauty Awards, consumers have the advice of more than 4,000 beauty experts to lead them to the best products the industry had to offer."
The event is held yearly at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York; a great venue, but the lunch always consists of a dried up piece of chicken with some type of weird sauce drizzled over it. Needless to say, I never really eat it, but the deserts are always good!
Each product is voted on by the members of CEW (i.e. at least 4,000 professionals). Some interesting tidbits:
-Nearly 550 products were entered by 260 beauty brands
-140 finalists were chosen across 28 categories
-Categories range from makeup to hair care, sun to scent
-Both mass and prestige products were honored
This year, the luncheon was hosted by actor Mario Cantone (best as known for his role as the wedding planner in Sex and the City The Movie). He was a pretty funny host...very loud and even cracked jokes on some of the The Real Housewives of NY who were there! Music artist Shontelle (she's a spokesmodel for VEET and is having an event next week which I'll attend and report back to you on) was also there. One of the best parts about attending the luncheon is that you get a bag full of the winners (i.e. free beauty products!) at the end of the luncheon.
With that said, behold! I give to you the 2009 CEW Beauty Awards winners. Check out www.cew.org for more info!

BATH AND BODY

Body Treatment - Mass      
Avon Products, Inc. Anew Clinical Professional Stretch Mark Smoother

Body Treatment - Prestige
Ojon Tawaka™ "The Ball"

Scented Bath & Body - Mass         
Vickery & Clarke Natural Apothecary Eucalyptus & Peppermint Cold & Sinus Soak

Scented Bath & Body - Prestige    
Fresh Fig Apricot Bath and Shower Gel


FACIAL SKINCARE

Acne Treatment
Clean & Clear® Advantage® Blackhead Eraser™ Exfoliating Cleanser

Anti-Aging - Mass    
Olay Regenerist 14 Day Skin Intervention

Anti-Aging - Prestige          
Clinique Even Better Skin Tone Corrector

Cleanser & Scrub - Mass    
Neutrogena Wave™ Power Cleanser and Deep Clean Foaming Pads

Cleanser & Scrub - Prestige           
Fresh Appleseed Brightening Exfoliant
 
Eye Treatment - Mass         
Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Renew Anti-Puff Eye Roller

Eye Treatment - Prestige    
Shiseido White Lucent Brightening Eye Treatment

Moisturizer - Mass   
Olay Definity Color Recapture

Moisturizer - Prestige          
ESTÉE LAUDER Time Zone Line and Wrinkle Reducing Moisturizer SPF 15


HAIR

Hair Care, Style & Coloring - Mass           
Avon Products, Inc. Advance Techniques Grey Root Touch-Up

Hair Care, Style & Coloring - Prestige
Living Proof, Inc. Straight Making No Frizz Styling Cream for Medium to Thick Hair


MAKEUP

Eye Product - Mass 
L'Oréal Paris Double Extend Beauty Tubes Mascara

Eye Product - Prestige        
Lancôme Ôscillation

Face Product - Mass           
CoverGirl Simply Ageless Foundation

Face Product - Prestige      
Giorgio Armani Face Fabric Foundation

Lip Product - Mass  
Avon Products, Inc.  Pro-To-Go Lipstick

Lip Product - Prestige         
YSL Rouge Volupté Silky Sensual Radiant Lipstick SPF 15

MEN’S GROOMING

Men’s Grooming
ZIRH Holdings LLC Drenched


SCENT

Men's Scent  
PUIG USA Prada Infusion d'Homme Eau de Toilette Spray
Fragrance Supplier: GIVAUDAN

Women's Scent - Mass       
Avon Products, Inc. Bond Girl 007
Fragrance Supplier: FIRMENICH

Women's Scent - Prestige
Harajuku Lovers Fragrances "G"
Fragrance Supplier: FRAGRANCE RESOURCES   


SUN

Sun Product - Mass 
AVEENO® Continuous Protection Sunblock Spray SPF 70™

Sun Product - Prestige       
Clarins Delicious Self Tanning Cream


INDIE BEAUTY AWARD

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Sexy Turkish Singer Hadise

Hadise (full name: Hadise Açıkgöz) is a Turkish-Belgian R&B singer. Hadise was born Hadise Açıkgöz in Mol, Belgium on 22 October 1985 into a Turkish family. Both her parents are from Sivas, a city in central Turkey. She went to a general-education school and after that, gained a BA in Marketing.

She was first noticed in the Flemish version of Pop Idol, Idool 2003. Even though failed to win, she was immediately offered an album contract in recognition of her talent . Soon after, her first single Sweat (feat. Raw Jawz) was released and instantly became a hit, being played constantly on dance radio. The second single Stir me up was a huge hit all over Europe, making her one of the hottest new music artists on the continent. Hadise was asked to present the program "HadisePop stars" on Turkish TV, a programme with an average audience of twenty million. This got her on the cover of the Turkish magazines Esquire, Tempo and Aktüel. She is however, still based in Mol. Hadise cites Christina Aguilera, Janet Jackson, Alicia Keys, Brandy and Beyonce as the major influences for her Urban pop sound. Hadise is of Circassian descent and speaks Turkish, Dutch, French, German and English fluently.

Sexy Korean Actress Bae Seul Gi

Name: 배슬기 / Bae Seul Gi
Profession: Singer/ Actress
Date of Birth: 1986 Sep 27
Height: 168cm
Weight: 48kg
Bloodtype: B
Family: 2 younger brothers
Religion: Catholic
Education: Sanmyon University, Science of Drama and Cinematography

TV Shows

Break mini-drama (2006)
Rainbow Romance (MBC, 2005)
Banjun Drama Unforgettable Love (2005)

Trivia

Bae Seul Gi debuted in the fall of 2005 as part of the project group The Reds with Oh Seung-eun and Ju So-young. After the group split up in early 2006(due to that it was only a project group) she became a solo artist. She is famous for her Bokko(old school) dancing that become an internet sensation when she showed it in loveletter.
First Record: The Red
First Single: One for Love
First Album: Strong Woman (ft. Carlos)