Beauty

June 15, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Event, Uncategorized

KMS California worked alongside up and coming Australian Designer, Kaliver on their SS16 Collection, a dreamy and enchanging show that revealed a beautiful collection. Optic was unveiled at La Porte...

BEAUTY NEWS: MARC JACOBS MOD NOIR AT SEPHORA, LAURA MERCIER NEW COLLECTION, KERASTASE CHRONOLOGISTE AND RIMMEL XX-TREME MASCARA

June 15, 2015

Beauty

MARC JACOBS MOD NOIR EXCLUSIVE AT SEPHORA The new Marc Jacobs fragrance, Marc Jacobs Mod Noir is being released exclusively at Sephora on 19 June 2015. The fragrance is a modern return to the classic...

MAYBELLINE NEW YORK SUPERSTAY 14HR MEGAWATT LIPSTICK IS THE REASON WE STILL LOVE A BRIGHT LIPPIE

Georgia Walsh

June 10, 2015

Now everyone is talking nudes and neutrals, but I know we still love a bright pop lip. Don't we? A high intensity lip will never go out of fashion, but brace yourselves for the new Maybelline NY...

BEAUTY NEWS: LANCÔME MIRACLE CUSHION FOUNDATION, essie 2015 WINTER COLLECTION, SEE BY CHLOE SI BELLE FRAGRANCE & NAPOLEON PERDIS MEET & GREET

June 9, 2015

LANCÔME MIRACLE CUSHION FOUNDATION Miracle Cushion, the revolutionary foundation has arrived at Lancôme. Miracle Cushion is a liquid foundation in a compact, meaning it's a liquid...

BRIGHT EYES – 5 TIPS TO AVOID DARK CIRCLES AND BAGS UNDER THE EYES

June 4, 2015

Beauty, Skincare and Haircare

Eyes are often said to be the windows to our soul, so you don’t want those windows looking dark and scary every time you wake up! The skin around your eyes is extremely delicate and prone to lines and...

BEAUTY NEWS: LANCOME ADVANCED GENIFIQUE YEUX EYE ILLUMINATOR , CLARISONIC PEDI FOOT TRANSFORMATION SYSTEM AND CARMEX’S TWO NEW FLAVOURS

June 1, 2015

LANCÔME ADVANCED GENIFIQUE YEUX LIGHT-PEARL Lancôme launches the new Advanced Génifique Yeux Light- Pearl Eye Illuminator (20ml, $95) is an eye serum that works to create bigger, more...

TRIED & TESTED: STILA SHAPE & SHADE CUSTOM CONTOUR DUO

May 28, 2015

Cream contour products are remarkably rare amongst beauty brands, and I have absolutely no idea why. To me, using a cream formula for contouring just makes sense: it looks more natural and the texture lends a...

THE CHRISTOPHER KANE FOR NARS COLLECTION

May 25, 2015

One of the hottest collaborations on the makeup scene this year lands in Mecca today. London Fashion Week collaborators since 2012, Christopher Kane and NARS share a passion for vivid colours...

BEAUTY EDITOR LOVES: YSL FUSION INK FOUNDATION AND ROUGE PUR COUTURE GLOSSY STAIN

May 22, 2015

YVES SAINT LAURENT FUSION INK FOUNDATION I'm going to be totally honest. I loved this foundation and I now understand why there were thousands of people on a waiting list for this foundation. It's...

BEAUTY NEWS: FAMOUS FACES, FAMOUS BRANDS

May 20, 2015

Celebrities have been gracing advertising since it because de rigueur to have a famous face attached to a brand or product. The latest additions to this exclusive celebrity set are Dree Hemingway who is the...

TALKING BEAUTY WITH YVES SAINT LAURENT INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP DIRECTOR LLOYD SIMMONDS

May 12, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, Products, Skincare and Haircare

Last month Yves Saint Laurent international makeup director, Lloyd Simmonds, visited our shores as part of the launch of YSL Fusion Ink foundation. Responsible for Cara Delevingne's makeup looks and YSL beauty...

NOTHING FOR MUM? OUR LAST-MINUTE MOTHER’S DAY GIFT GUIDE

May 6, 2015

Beauty, Gift Guide, Products, Skincare and Haircare

Is your gift bag for Mum still empty? Not to worry, we're here to save you from getting a smack this weekend. Here's our last-minute Mother's Day Gift Guide. endota spa endota spa has indulgent gift packs...

BEST OF EXFOLIATORS

May 5, 2015

Beauty, Products, Skincare and Haircare, Uncategorized

Exfoliation is an absolute must right now and I’m here to tell you why! Winter is looming and with it come harsh weather conditions that can cause havoc to your skin. In preparation for the coming season,...

BEAUTY & LIFESTYLE MOTHER’S DAY GIFT GUIDE

April 30, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Gift Guide, Lifestyle, Products

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BEAUTY JURY REVIEWS: BURBERRY CURVE LASH MASCARA

Beauty Jury

April 29, 2015

Beauty, Features, Products, Tried and Tested

The Beauty Jury has voted. We sent the Burberry Curve Lash Mascara to twenty Couturing readers to test and review. Here are the results. Couturing Verdict The Curve Lash’s winning feature is definitely its...

MUST HAVE MASKS

Georgia Walsh

April 27, 2015

Beauty, Features, Products, Skincare and Haircare

There is something about the ritual of doing a face mask that I love. It just feels decadent. It could be that I love the way the right mask makes my skin feel or, maybe it’s something about the forced ten...

BEAUTY NEWS: SHU UEMURA, REDKEN, ULTRACEUTICALS & KAREN WALKER EAU DE PARFUM

April 24, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Products, Uncategorized

SHU UEMURA x YAZBUKEY shu uemura presents their 2015 spring artist collaboration, joining forces with Paris-based accessory and jewellery designer Yazbukey to create a playfully fun and colourful...

BEAUTY WITH LANCÔME’S NATIONAL MAKEUP DIRECTOR, LARA SROKOWSKI

April 22, 2015

Beauty, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, Uncategorized

Lancôme's Australian makeup director, Lara Srokowski, has been very busy as of late. Between creating the beauty look for Daniel Avakian at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Australia to creating some of the...

NEW SEASON FRAGRANCES

April 21, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Products

In the market to change your fragrance? We round up some of the best new perfumes. Balenciaga Balenciaga's latest fragrance is an intriguing mix of vibrant green and woody elements. Lily of the valley...

REVIEW: NAPOLEON PERDIS ‘BEAUTY TO MOVE YOU’ MASTERCLASS

April 20, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Event, Get The Look

Makeup mastermind Napoleon Perdis returned to his native Australia to host a series of ‘Beauty to Move You Master Class’ events around the country. An insider look at expert techniques, makeup trends and...

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: MBFWA15 DAY 5

April 17, 2015

Beauty, Fashion Week, Get The Look, MBFWA

ROMANCE WAS BORN Makeup by Maybelline New York Romance Was Born treated each of their 22 models to an individual makeup look. True to the label’s unique and vibrant aesthetic, each makeup look had one pop...

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: MBFWA15 BEAUTY WRAP UP DAY 4 – PART 2

April 16, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Event, MBFWA

We continue our coverage of the beauty looks from Day 4 at MBFWA 15. JENNIFER KATE Makeup by Gorgeous Cosmetics Makeup artist, Nicola Burford, created a youthful and coloured look for Jennifer...

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: MBFWA15 DAY 4 PART 1

April 16, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Event, MBFWA

Beauty looks on Day 4 at MBFWA 15 saw bold lips, strong brows and the continuation of natural and clean skin. Here is the first part of our run down of what we saw today. KATE SYLVESTER Makeup by...

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: MBFWA15 DAY 3 BEAUTY WRAP UP – PART 2

April 15, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Event, MBFWA

The rest of the Day 3 at MBFWA15 saw some inspired and innovative looks. Read below to find out more. HAN Makeup by M.A.C Carol Mackie followed the vision of 'monks in Paris' from Han designer...

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: MBFWA15 DAY 3 BEAUTY WRAP UP PART 1

April 15, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Event, Features

MBFWA Day 3 stepped it up a notch with amazing beauty looks on the runway equally matching the stunning collections of the designers showing today. MATICEVSKI Image by Christian Blanchard Makeup by...

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: ELLERY AT MBFWA15

April 14, 2015

Beauty, Behind The Scenes, Get The Look, MBFWA

For their MBFWA show this year, Ellery kept things radiantly fresh and understated in the the Beauty department with tousled ponytails and bright, youthful skin. HAIR BY REDKEN REDKEN Hair Director...

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: MBFWA 15 DAY 2 WRAP UP – PART 2

April 14, 2015

Beauty, Fashion Week, Features, MBFWA

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What a day of Beauty. Mercedes Benz Fashion Week really kicked things off today with a bevy of beautiful designers and fashions on the runway. Backstage was as busy as it always is and we were lucky enough to...

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: MBFWA15 DAY 2 WRAP UP – PART 1

April 14, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Event, Fashion Week, Features, MBFWA, Uncategorized

With more than 10 shows on at MBFWA Day 2, we wanted to bring you all the coverage from backstage with all the makeup, hair, nail and skin directors so here is our first look at some of the beauty looks...

TRIED & TESTED: MOROCCONOIL HYDRATING SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER

April 13, 2015

Beauty, Skincare and Haircare, Tried and Tested, Uncategorized

WHAT Moroccanoil Hydrating Shampoo and Hydrating Conditioner LIKED This was the first Moroccanoil product I've used at home. My hairdresser is a huge fan and every time I visit...

BEAUTY EDITOR LOVES… MAC, BOBBI BROWN, SKINSTITUT & L’ASCARI

April 10, 2015

Following up from Beauty Editor Kath’s favourites last week, I have been itching to share some of my early April Beauty favourites with the Couturing community! Kath and I have headed up Couturing's Beauty...

BEAUTY NEWS: L’OREAL PROFESSIONNEL, CLARINS, GHD & RIMMEL LONDON

April 9, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns, Beauty News, Products

EVA GREEN IS THE NEW INTERNATIONAL SPOKESPERSON FOR L'OREAL PROFESSIONNEL L'Oreal Professionnel has announced that Eva Greenis its the new International Spokesperson. Known best for her roles as Casino...

TRIED& TESTED – MAYBELLINE NEW YORK DREAM WONDER FLUID TOUCH FOUNDATION AND FACE STUDIO MASTER GLAZE BLUSH STICK

Melody Ho

April 8, 2015

Beauty, Skincare and Haircare, Tried and Tested

Does your makeup bag need an update? We review the latest products from Maybelline. Dream Wonder Fluid Touch Foundation Now, this was my first venture into the latest trend of ultra-light fluid...

GET THE LOOK: THE BRAIDED PONY BY L’OREAL PROFESSIONNEL AT KOOKAI A/W15

April 7, 2015

Beauty, Features, Get The Look, Products, Skincare and Haircare

Last month Kookai launched its beautiful Autumn/Winter 2015 collection at the Royal Exhibition Buildings in Melbourne. The new collection 'Viva Las Vegas' showcased a tailored symphony of signature body-tight...

NEW IN FROM NARS

April 6, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Products, Tried and Tested

Let's face it, what beauty lover doesn't get excited when they hear NARS have introduced some new products. We round up the must haves from the makeup giant's latest offerings. All Day Luminous Weightless...

BEAUTY EDITOR LOVES…DERMALOGICA, MAYBELLINE NEW YORK, NARS, MODELCO.

April 1, 2015

L-R (Clockwise) - Dermalogica Pure Light 50, Maybelline New York Pumped Up Colossal Mascara, Maybelline New York Master Graphic Eyeliner, NARS Satin Lip Pencil in Majella and ModelCo Face Base Welcome to...

LANCÔME CELEBRATES 80 YEARS

March 30, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Event

This year celebrates 80 years of French elegance as Lancôme celebrates 80 years since its creation by founder Armand Petitjean. To celebrate a film has been made that charts the iconic images that make up...

YVES SAINT LAURENT LAUNCHES ITS FEATHER LIKE FOUNDATION, FUSION INK

March 30, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns, Products

Yves Saint Laurent launches its new Fusion Ink Foundation, starting a new chapter in foundation. Yves Saint Laurent’s new scientifically advanced foundation delivers flawless coverage that...

BEHIND THE SCENES AT THE AMERICAN CREW 2015 ALL STAR CHALLENGE

Holly Asker

March 27, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Event, Uncategorized

American Crew, the world's leading manufacturer of grooming products for men, hosted their 2015 All-Star Challenge at the new Ozdare Academy in Collingwood on Sunday night. This annual global competition...

BEAUTY NEWS: CHANEL, ESSIE, SIMPLE SKINCARE, LANCÔME, & THIN LIZZY

March 27, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns, Beauty News, Products, Skincare and Haircare, Uncategorized

ROUGE COCO BY CHANEL Chanel introduces the new Rouge Coco Lipstick. The revamped formula is soft and creamy, making it beautifully wearable. Enriched with Chanel’s new 'Hydraboost' complex, Rouge Coco...

TALKING BEAUTY WITH BENEFIT COSMETICS’S ANNIE FORD

March 26, 2015

Beauty, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag

Benefit Cosmetics' Global Beauty Authority, Annie Ford Danielson, visited Australia recently to help launch the Bold is Beautiful Project that supports local charities by donating $10 from every brow wax at...

BOLD IS BEAUTIFUL PROJECT WITH BENEFIT COSMETICS

March 26, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns

Throughout the month of May, Benefit Cosmetics will be partnering with local charities, Look Good Feel Better, SISTER2sister and Fitted for Work who are dedicated to empowering women and...

L’OREAL PARIS AMBASSADORS, BARBARA PALVIN AND MEGAN GALE LAUNCH MAKEUP GENIUS

Melody Ho

March 25, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Products

Image by Lucas Dawson L’Oréal Paris revealed its latest innovation last night at Sydney's Carriageworks with the launch of the first-ever virtual makeup simulator, Makeup Genius. L’Oréal...

GO-TO SKINCARE LAUNCHES FACE HERO

March 24, 2015

Go-To Skincare has launched Face Hero (30ml, $44.95), a new face oil to hydrate and moisture your skin. Face Hero joins the suite of beautifully formulated Go-To skincare products that were launched in...

BEAUTY NEWS: KEVIN.MURPHY, REDKEN & ECOSTORE

March 20, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Products, Skincare and Haircare

REJUVINATE HAIR THIS AUTUMN WITH KEVIN.MURPHY With the departure of the dry heat of summer, autumn is the perfect time to refresh and repair your hair. KEVIN.MURPHY has you sorted and their products will...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: PREMIUM RUNWAY 5 PRESENTED BY HARPER’S BAZAAR

March 19, 2015

Beauty, Fashion Week, Features, Get The Look, VAMFF

Rae Morris and Kenneth Stoddart created sleep and clean lines as part of the beauty look created for the Premium Runway 5 Presented by Harper's Bazaar at VAMFF. We went behind the scenes to find...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: PREMIUM RUNWAY 6 PRESENTED BY COSMOPOLITAN

March 19, 2015

Beauty, Features, Get The Look, VAMFF

VAMFF's Premium Runway 6 Presented by Cosmopolitan was fun, sexy and bronzed. A sun kissed sexy makeup look created by Rae Morris was matched with natural textured voluminous hair, a look created by...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: PREMIUM RUNWAY 4 PRESENTED BY SHOP TIL YOU DROP

March 19, 2015

Beauty, Fashion Week, Features, Get The Look, VAMFF

Wrapping up the last show of the night, Couturing headed backstage to capture all the action right before the runway. Read on and follow the journey of Rae Morris and Kenneth Stoddart in creating the looks for...

HAIR TLC AFTER SUMMER

March 19, 2015

Seasonal changes can wreak havoc on your skin and hair! So, as we farewell Summer and welcome in Autumn, it’s the perfect time to see what damage the summer season has caused to your hair and show it some...

SKINCARE GURU, OLE HENRIKSEN TALKS SKINCARE DURING HIS AUSTRALIAN VISIT

March 18, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Event, Products, Skincare and Haircare

International skincare expert, Ole Henriksen was recently in Australia to celebrate the launch of his namesake skincare range. The range is available exclusively at Sephora Australia. During his week...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: PREMIUM RUNWAY 2 PRESENTED BY FRANKIE MAGAZINE

March 17, 2015

Beauty, Get The Look, Trends, VAMFF

Frankie Magazine brought all sorts of 70s glam to the runway at last nights Premium Runway 2 for Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival. Couturing headed backstage to catch a glimpse of the creative team...

INTERVIEW: ADORE BEAUTY FOUNDER KATE MORRIS TALKS 15 YEARS OF ADORE BEAUTY

March 17, 2015

Beauty, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, Products, Skincare and Haircare

It's hard to not think of Adore Beauty when we're looking for beauty products online. The site has become one of the best loved Beauty sites in Australia and this year it celebrates 15 years in the business....

TRIED & TESTED: MAYBELLINE NEW YORK MASTER COLLECTION

March 16, 2015

We road test two of Maybelline New York's latest products. Master Hi-Light Highlighting Blush and Bronzer Maybelline New York Master Hi-Light Highlighting Blush and Bronzer is a multi-tonal palette...

BEAUTY NEWS: REDKEN, TANGLE TEEZER, SHU UEMURA, MERCEDES-BENZ & CARMEX

March 13, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Products, Skincare and Haircare

REDKEN EXPANDS DIAMOND OIL RANGE Redken’s revered Diamond Oil is now available in a new line of products by the New York company. The Redken Diamond Oil High Shine range offers lightweight, high-shine...

BEAUTY TUTORIAL: KIM KARDASHIAN’S GRAMMY’S MAKEUP

Georgia Walsh

March 12, 2015

Beauty, Features, Get The Look, Products

Each month I will be providing an exclusive Beauty Tutorial for Couturing readers. I didn't have to think long before deciding on my first lesson! If you are anything like me and you find yourself lying awake...

STYLE AND CARE FOR YOUR HAIR WITH SACHAJUAN

March 12, 2015

Beauty, Products, Skincare and Haircare, Tried and Tested

SACHAJUAN Professional Haircare and Products has been taking the beauty world by storm, featuring in some of the most prestigious cover spreads including Vogue, Elle and Harpers Bazaar worldwide. Launched by...

LUMA BY JESS HART

March 11, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Brand Profiles, Products, Skincare and Haircare

Searching for the product of skin loving ingredients and a natural makeup look? LUMA Cosmetics is the answer. The new cosmetics line, developed by Australian model Jess Hart, aims to subtly enhance...

BOBBI BROWN ON HOW TO CREATE A BEAUTY EMPIRE

March 6, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, Products

She credited with changing the landscape of the makeup industry. When everyone was doing bright blue eye shadow in the 80's, Bobbi Brown was nailing neutrals, when the heavy makeup of the 90's came calling,...

GET THE LOOK: BACKSTAGE AT KOOKAI AUTUMN/WINTER 2015

March 6, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Get The Look, Products, Skincare and Haircare

Before Kookai’s spectacular Autumn/Winter 2015 collection, Couturing headed behind the scenes to see what beauty look Napoleon Perdis and L’Oreal Profesionnel had created for the show. Sleek hair and...

GLOW ALL YEAR ROUND WITH BALI BODY

Holly Asker

March 5, 2015

Beauty, Products, Skincare and Haircare, Tried and Tested

The last day of summer in Melbourne has rolled by and if you are anything like me, you will be absolutely devastated that the beach days, sunny Sunday sessions and relaxing warm afternoons spent...

JERGENS AMBASSADOR CHEYENNE TOZZI TALKS SKINCARE, BEAUTY AND 2015

March 3, 2015

Beauty, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag

The number 1 body moisturiser brand and household name in the United States, Jergens hit Australian shores last year giving us the range that is one of America's favourites since it launched in 1901....

NO REASON TO HIDE WITH PHILOSOPHY

March 2, 2015

No reason to hide. The mantra of the new skin perfecting duo from philosophy aims to encourage you to look in the mirror and see your most confident reflection. The scientists at philosophy have...

WIN A TICKET TO MAKEUP GENIUS NAPOLEON PERDIS’ SYDNEY MASTERCLASS

February 26, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Competition, Features, Products

Celebrate timeless beauty with makeup master Napoleon Perdis at David Jones this March. Napoleon will be accompanied by this mother, Liana and wife, Soula-Marie as he teaches an exclusive makeup workshop to...

COUNTRY-INSPIRED BEAUTY, PERFECTED BY JANE IREDALE

February 25, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Event, Get The Look, Products, Uncategorized

Mineral makeup brand Jane Iredale has released their new 2015 collection, Country Weekend. Inspired by the warm, muted colours of the relaxed countryside, the collection is doused with soft golds, greys and...

BEAUTY NEWS: MAYBELLINE NEW YORK & 50 SHADES OF GREY, L’OREAL PROFESSIONNEL AND SCHOLL

Gemma Clarke

February 24, 2015

Maybelline New York and 50 Shades of Grey Maybelline New York has created a bespoke Australian campaign as part of the 50 Shades of Grey phenomenon that encourages awareness of Maybelline's...

BOBBI BROWN’S ILLUMINATING NUDES COLLECTION

February 23, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns, Products

New year, new beauty? Bobbi Brown has released the Illuminating Nudes Collection, featuring five must-have products for creating an effortlessly pulled together look. Each product is...

FOR THOSE WHO DO FEATURE: RUBY ROSE INTERVIEW (VIDEO)

February 23, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Couturing TV, Features, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag

She's not your average makeup brand spokeswoman, but then Ruby Rose is not your average woman. The Australian born creative made a whirlwind trip to Australia earlier this month as part of her role as an...

WANT TO BE THE FIRST TO TRY THE LATEST BEAUTY PRODUCTS? JOIN THE JURY

February 22, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Products

Do you love getting your hands on the latest lippie? Love trying the newest skincare products or want to be the first to try the up-to-the minute hair styling tools? Then we want you! We are excited to...

JESS HART ON LUMA COSMETICS + GIVEAWAY

February 16, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns, Features, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, Products, Skincare and Haircare

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She is one of Australia's most successful modelling exports, but Jess Hart is more than just a pretty face. After spending many years in the makeup chair for some of the biggest fashion brands in the world,...

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY WITH KEVIN MURPHY FOR MYER’S A/W15 LAUNCH

February 16, 2015

Couturing headed backstage last night to capture the best beauty moments from the Myer Autumn/Winter 15 fashion launch. Hair Director Kevin Murphy and his renowned team of STYLE.MASTERS and SESSION.SALON...

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: MYER A/W15 MAKEUP LOOKS

February 16, 2015

Myer Ambassador, Kate Peck It was a hive of activity backstage at the Myer Autumn/Winter ‘15 launch last night! And for the second consecutive season, Napoleon Perdis was the mastermind behind the stunning...

TOP 5 RED LIPSTICKS FOR VALENTINE’S DAY

February 13, 2015

Beauty

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and whether you’ve got a hot date or are rocking a solo party, red lipstick is called for! Nothing says romance quite like the colour red and a splash on your lips will...

OPI X 50 SHADES OF GREY LIMITED EDITION NAIL LACQUERS

February 12, 2015

The hottest movie of the year has inspired the hottest range of nail colours with OPI releasing a limited edition range of nail lacquers inspired by Fifty Shades of Grey. The six new limited...

LARA BINGLE ON THE BASE, WORKOUT SECRETS & WHAT’S ON FOR 2015

February 11, 2015

Beauty, Features, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, Products

With her bronzed limbs and her choppy blonde bob, Lara Bingle is the ultimate beach babe. After the success of her swimwear line for Cotton On, it only seems fitting that her latest venture sees her release...

TOP 5 VALENTINE’S DAY GIFTS

February 10, 2015

Looking for some gift inspiration for your special one this Valentines Day? We've compiled a list of some ideas for that special person in your life. FOR HER OPI 50 Shades of Grey collection Read...

TOP BEAUTY NEWS FROM RIMMEL, INIKA, ELEVEN & LANCÔME

February 9, 2015

RIMMEL LONDON Expanding on her collaboration with Rimmel London, Kate Moss has created her first mascara, ScandalEyes by Kate. The mascara recreates Kate’s signature eye look, yielding extreme volume and...

THE TOP SAG AWARD BEAUTY LOOKS

Joanna Zhang

February 6, 2015

The Screen Actor Guild Awards is one of the most prestigious events of the year, recognising eminent actors and actresses for their incredible work and giving us beauty enthusiasts a chance to envy their...

ILIA FOUNDER SASHA PLAVSIC ON WHY EVERY WOMAN NEEDS HER LIPSTICK

February 5, 2015

Beauty, Features, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, Products

Every woman must have a good lipstick in their makeup bag. With just one swipe it can brighten your mood, take your makeup from a day to night look and give you that extra little bit of confidence you need to...

THE FACIAL YOU NEED RIGHT NOW – HYDRAFACIAL

February 4, 2015

Need to up the ante on your skin regime? Then maybe the Hydrafacial is just what you need. If you're not into facials then definitely get on board. Prevention is better than cure right? I have espoused the...

PUFF OFF PUFFY EYES WITH BENEFIT COSMETICS

February 3, 2015

Say goodbye to puffy eyes with Benefit Cosmetics' new Puff Off! A saviour to every girl's nightmare of puffy eyes after a big night out, studying late or just not sleeping, meaning you can get the...

HOW TO: CORRECT AND CONCEAL UNDER EYE DARKNESS AND SWELLING KN

February 2, 2015

Do you suffer from darkness and puffiness underneath your eyes? Have you been looking for a way to minimise the dark, almost purple appearance and restore it to youthful, colour corrected skin? Then, follow...

ON-THE-GO MAKEUP ESSENTIALS WITH JANE IREDALE

January 29, 2015

Picking essential makeup items for you to have on-the-go can sometimes be hard. Whether you're packing some items to carry around to ensure that your makeup is always 100% or whether your heading away for the...

SUMMER SERIES: HAIRCARE

January 28, 2015

Beauty, Features, Products, Skincare and Haircare

Keep your locks aglow with these summer hair care tips – straight from the professionals. Even the professionals love an au naturel look, with textured beach hair all summer long. Fake it, don’t bake it...

URBAN DECAY TO LAUNCH AT MECCA MAXIMA

January 27, 2015

Beauty lovers get excited. Cult makeup brand Urban Decay is coming to Australia. For those who can't get enough of the best selling Naked palettes, to the makeup aficionados who are obsessed with their...

SUMMER SERIES: HAIR TRENDS

January 27, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Products, Trends

Summer is in full swing, and in preparation for the long beach days and hot summer nights ahead, start planning your summer makeover now with some help from Couturing’s guide to SS15’s biggest hair...

SUMMERTIME SUN PROTECTION SKINCARE

Gemma Clarke

January 23, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Products, Skincare and Haircare

Summertime is here and though that makes our daily routine easier in a lot of ways (effortless beach hair, exfoliated feet and natural highlights) there is one step you can never skip- sunscreen. Australia has...

WHY YOUR SKIN NEEDS JOJOBA

Melody Ho

January 22, 2015

Beauty, Products, Skincare and Haircare, Tried and Tested

Have you enjoyed the sun this Summer? Perhaps your skin is a little sunburnt or suffering dehydration? With so many face oils on the market - dry oils, balancing oils, regenerating oils, it can be...

KERRIE HESS AND LANCÔME CELEBRATE 80 YEARS OF FRENCH BEAUTY WITH ART

January 21, 2015

Lancôme celebrates 80 years of beauty with a beautiful collaboration with the internationally acclaimed Australian Fashion Illustrator, Kerrie Hess. The partnership with Kerrie Hess Illustrations was...

DAISY SORBET EDITIONS BY MARC JACOBS

January 20, 2015

Daisy Marc Jacobs Sorbet editions are the new limited edition Marc Jacobs fragrances that launch next month bring a new twist on the original Daisy Marc Jacobs fragrance. Daisy Marc Jacobs...

GIGI HADID MAYBELLINE INTERVIEW – WE HAVE THE EXCLUSIVE TRANSCRIPT

January 16, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, Products

When it was announced that everyone's favourite It-Girl Gigi Hadid was the newest face of beauty giant Maybelline, we were more than a little excited here at Couturing headquarters. After interviewing the...

HOW GIGI HADID ANNOUNCED SHE WAS THE NEW FACE OF MAYBELLINE

January 14, 2015

It-girl and model of the moment Gigi Hadid certainly proved she is born with it, announcing to her millions of social media followers that she is the new face of makeup giant Maybelline. CLICK HERE TO SEE...

OLIVIA PALERMO & JOHANNES HUBEL FEATURE IN LA MER’S LATEST CAMPAIGN

January 12, 2015

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns, Beauty News, Features

One of world's best looking couples, Olivia Palermo and Johannes Huebl have fronted luxury skincare line La Mer's latest skincare campaign Illuminating Moments, which promotes the French brand's Illuminating...

SKINCARE 101: THE PERFECT RECIPE FOR GLOWING SKIN

January 12, 2015

Beauty, Features, Products, Skincare and Haircare

Is your skin in a bit of a rut? Or a few too many late nights that’s left your skin suffering the consequences? By implementing this easy skincare recipem you can say goodbye to a dull complexion and hello...

BEAUTY TIPS WITH PERONI’S GLOBAL FACE, INTERNATIONAL SUPERMODEL NATALIA BORGES

January 8, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Features

The hottest ticket in town this week is to the Peroni Nastro Azzurro Marquee at the Portsea Polo on Saturday. As supporting partner, Peroni will be offering polo-goers a chance to enjoy the match from a...

HOW TO GET THE BEST SUMMER HAIR WITH HOLLYWOOD HAIR STYLIST MARK TOWNSEND

January 7, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Products, Skincare and Haircare

Mark Townsend is one of Hollywood's most influential hairstylists. His career spans every aspect of the business, from photo shoots and advertising campaigns to fashion and celebrity - he has styled the...

THE HAIRSPRAY YOU NEED FOR THE ULTIMATE STRONG HOLD

January 6, 2015

ELEVEN Australia has created a product modelled off the much-loved staple, Give Me Hold Flexible Hairspray. Taking it one step further, new Give Me Hold Strong Hairspray is the must-have finishing...

HAIR TRENDS FOR 2015

January 1, 2015

Stuck in a hair rut? We bring you some styling inspo to get your sorted for the new year. Fishtail Braid We love this take on the classic plait. For something different, incorporate several plaits into a...

HOT HAIR STYLES FOR NEW YEAR’S EVE WITH GHD

December 30, 2014

Need a hot hair style for NYE? ghd have shared some of their tips and tricks to creating the best look to make heads turn this NYE. Follow these easy steps using one of the ghd curve collection to create the...

HOW TO GET PERFECT BEACH WAVES

December 29, 2014

Summer is officially here, and let's be honest, who doesn't love channeling their inner Gisele and working some serious beach waves. No matter what your hair type, we help you get perfect summer...

LAURA MERCIER BLURS THE LINE BETWEEN REAL SKIN AND MAKEUP

December 22, 2014