Backstage at Dennis Basso Fall/Winter 2016 at New York Fashion Week

Since I had to be at the office I was thankful that Michelle from LeHoarder was able to cover backstage beauty at Dennis Basso, with hair, nails and makeup by Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa. 

The Hair Look:

Red Door Spa’s National Style Education Director, Tim Wandrey, created a minimal and clean hairstyle to balance the large fur collars and timeless style of Dennis Basso’s Fall/Winter 2016 collection. Hair is pulled into a loose ponytail for an overall sophisticated yet chic look.

Step-by-step

1. First, part hair in the center using Olivia Garden’s CarboSilk Tail Comb.

2. Next, apply Kérastase Volumifique to hair to help add volume and then blow dry hair section by section using Olivia Garden’s 2 ½ inch Healthy Hair Boar Bristle Brush.

3. Then, loosely pull hair back into a loose ponytail at the nape of the neck.

4. Finish, by tying a colored elastic around the hair and leave it visible for a DIY feel.

The Makeup Look:

Red Door Spa’s Creative Makeup Lead, Makeup Artist Buffy Hernandez, created a timeless, natural look with luminous skin.

Step-by-step

1. Start with a clean canvas and apply Elizabeth Arden’s Super Start to help improve skin’s appearance. Then prime the skin with Elizabeth Arden’s Flawless Start Instant Perfecting Primer to help smooth uneven texture and diminish the appearance of pores, fine lines and wrinkles. Next moisturize the lips with Elizabeth Arden’s Eight Hour Cream and blot off at end of makeup application so lips will be left hydrated.

2. Then, apply a light coverage foundation to skin such as Elizabeth Arden’s Visible Difference BB Cream or Elizabeth Arden’s Flawless Finish Foundation. To help conceal dark circles and imperfections, apply Elizabeth Arden Correcting Highlighter for a brightening effect.

3. Apply Elizabeth Arden’s Sponge-On Cream Makeup underneath the cheek bones in a deeper tone to get a contoured look. For an added glow, use a sponge to apply Sunkissed Pearls Bronzer and Highlighter to highlight the cheek bones.

4. To create an illuminating glow above the cheek bones; mix together Elizabeth Arden’s Skin Illuminating Smooth and Brighten Emulsion with Elizabeth Arden’s Crystal Clear Lip Gloss and apply directly above the cheek, fading up and out.

5. Fill in eyebrows using Elizabeth Arden’s Beautiful Color Brow Shaper & Eye Liner for a dark and intense shape. Then, apply a clear brow gel in an upward motion to tame unruly hairs.

6. For eyes, first apply Elizabeth Arden’s Advanced Eye-Fix Primer and then lightly sweep a matte neutral eye shadow shade such as Elizabeth Arden’s Eye Shadow in Tempting Taupe across lids and to the bottom lash line.

7. Lastly, blot lips with a tissue and apply Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Translucent Powder to get a natural matte look.

The Nail Look:

Red Door Spa’s National Director for Nails, Adeline Sarino, buffed the nails leaving them clean and simple and used a dark nail color on toes to complement the rich textures of the collection. Using Essie’s Lady Godiva, follow the below steps to recreate the look at home.

Step-by-step

1. File nails into a rounded shape, and apply CND Cuticle Away.

2. Lightly buff the nails, then gently remove any loose cuticle.

3. For dry cuticles, apply CND Solar Oil for added hydration.

4. For toes, file nails into a rounded shape, and apply CND Cuticle Away.

5. Dehydrate the toe nail plates with acetone, which prevents polish from chipping.

6. Then apply 2 coats of Essie’s Lady Godiva.

7. Apply Essie’s Good2Go Top Coat to add shine.

Photos by Michelle Blashka, LeHoarder

- Kim Weling

Red Door Spa Professional Skincare and Body Collection

Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa launched Red Door Spa Professional spa-based skin and body care line this past spring, allowing customers to extend their spa experience and indulge in luxurious spa-at-home treatments. The line has active botanicals, antioxidants and vitamins, capturing the essence of Red Door Spa and it's signature services. 

Red Door Professional includes 43 products to cater to all skin types and targeted treatments, broken down 3 categories - Intensive Skincare Solutions ($26-$120), Customized Daily Essentials for oily, normal or dry skin ($26-$69) and Body Renewal ($22-$45). 

The Olive Oil and Mint Cooling Gel ($32) is refreshing for summer, to boost circulation and revive tired skin, while the Signature Luxurious Body Cream ($45) is great for deeply moisturizing skin in the winter, infused with Gardenia and Tangerine and prepared with Shea Butter and Olive Oil. I am most excited about the Intensive Skincare Solutions, especially the Pumpkin Enzyme Exfoliator ($56), Cranberry Enzyme Exfoliator ($56) and Lemon Burst Polishing Scrub ($38), which all have amazing scents. I'm currently using the Clarifying Vitamin D Serum which revitalizes skin with Aloe Vera, Vitamin D, antioxidants and essential oils, including lavender, rosewood, and geranium to help boost skin immunity, radiance and clarity. 

Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa Professional skincare is available exclusively at Red Door Spa locations nationwide. For more information about Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa's treatments and services, visit reddoorspas.com.

- Kim Weling