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Make Me Up: A guide to this seasons make-up trends

Make Me Up: A guide to this seasons make-up trends

Face:
Let us start with the basics. Your foundations, crèmes and setting powders will be a matte finish this season. The dewy days of summer are behind us, and a more natural and refined look is called upon for autumn. Great for all skin-types (it will tone down an oily complexion, yet lends subtle moisture to dry skin), a matte finish affords more room to play with eye shadows, liners and lip stains.

When applying a matte finish foundation, make sure you first apply an oil-free moisturizer and neutral lip balm; as matte crèmes can cake on lips, eyelids and skin that is not properly cared for. A matte complexion does not equal a heavy base. You can cover problem areas with a matte concealer, without having to apply full coverage. By doing so, it will further enhance the natural look when the summery bronzers and dewy highlighters have been tucked away.

A great product to achieve the matte-finish is NARS Sheer Matte Foundation. This foundation has a soft, matte finish that is sheer and is easy to build upon without being too heavy. The formula is weightless and absorbs oil, keeping your skin shine-free. In addition to its lightness, it possesses complexion-brightening properties, which improves your skins radiance and luminosity naturally. (Retail $44.00)

Bare Minerals has a mineral matte foundation powder that provides the no-makeup look or feel that gives flawless matte coverage and lasts up to eight hours. Similar to the NARS foundation, the Bare Minerals matte foundation also absorbs excessive oil and will not dry out the skin. Both great options to obtain a flawless matte finish. (Retail $27.00)

Eyes:
As Miss Audrey Hepburn once said, “The beauty of a woman must be seen from in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides.” Truer words have never been spoken, as our eyes are truly the window into who we are. As women, we get the pleasure of playing them up to sparkle, to seduce, to tell a story or remain a mystery. This fall is all about drama and intrigue when it comes to playing up our pretty peepers.

Inside Make Me Up

One of the eye trends you will be seeing this year is sparkle! Metallic shadows come into play just in time for the holidays. Natural metal shades of ore, gold, copper and silver are more fitting for fall 2013 than the bright colors that are best reserved for spring. Paired with a smoky, smudged liner it gives an air of sophistication and glamour.

This brings us to our second fall trend this year: the undone, smoky eye. Unlike the artful smoky-eye that you’ve undoubtedly mastered in your early twenties, the grungy smoky eye of the season rocks an attitude that is more edgy than elegant and more flawed than flawless, but in a very good way. Liquid black liner and cat-eyes have made a comeback too and look gorgeous for a Saturday night evening on the town with your best little black dress. Meow!

For day, the eyes are more understated. Extremely so, in fact. With just a light sweep of mascara, some concealer under the eyes and neutral or no shadow, the woman of fall 2013 incorporates color through her wardrobe and keeps her skin light and natural.

For the best in metallic shadows: The L’Oreal Paris HiP Duo Secret shadows pair two complimenting metallic shades together to take the guesswork out of color pairing. (Retail $8.25)

For the best in eyeliners: Whether you prefer liquid, gel, or pencil, you cannot go wrong with our top picks. The NARS pencil provides an intense pigment that glides on smoothly for precision. Its creamy texture is ideal for blending and smudging. (Retail $22.00) For a gel eyeliner, our top pick is Bobbi Brown’s long-wear gel eyeliner. It gives the appearance of a liquid with the ease of gel. Longwearing and water resistant it stays on without creasing. This is a great liner for pairing with your metallic shadows. (Retail $23.00)

The Beauty Approach

Lips:
Fall is the best time of year for a perfect pout. Deep, rich colors make their dramatic appearance and this season it is all about wine. Deep burgundy, merlot and purple make up the delicious palette that works well with both a neutral and smoky eye. The purple lip caught on after making an appearance in Milan and it has made its way stateside. The deep reds seem to forever be a revolving trend and we could not be happier. Both provocative and sophisticated the deep red lip is a classic.

Best picks for a dark lip this season: Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey. This lipstick gives a hint of a deep, rich color without being too bold. (Retail $18.00). Too Faced La Crème Color Drenched Lip Cream in Devine Wine gives a deep, rich color for nightwear. (Retail $21.00)

Best picks for a neutral pout: Lipstick Queen by Poppy Lipstick in Bare Nude. A full-coverage matte opaque lipstick with 90% pigment. An extremely creamy lipstick that glides on smooth and moisturizes. (Retail $20.00)

Nails:
Finally, yet importantly, a beauty routine is not complete without a perfect manicure and this season it is all about geometric shapes and designs, forgotten is the traditional French manicure and straight lines. Also trending this fall for your couture claws, is the repeating trend of the matte finish. Popular colors for your matte-finish manicure are maroon, black and mustard.

Best picks for nail care: Butter London’s Matte Finish. This matte finish top coat will create a shine-free matte appearance to any nail lacquer. (Retail $19.00) Also from Butter London, the nail lacquer in Cheeky Chops is a wonderful shade of mustard that is perfect for fall. (Retail $15.00)

For a dark, wine hued nail, look no further than OPI’s Lincoln Park After Dark gel color. (Retail $9.00)

Remember that fall is a time of celebration. Do not take yourself too seriously and take time to enjoy fashion. Every girl loves to play dress-up and with the delicious options available this season, there is limitless options in feeling and looking your best.

Queen B Dominates the Throne: A Look Inside the Fashion of Beyoncé’s Visual Album – Part One

Queen B Dominates the Throne: A Look Inside the Fashion of Beyoncé’s Visual Album – Part One

I guess her way wasn’t so crazy after all. Hitting just shy of one million sales her first weekend, her strategy, though risky, was on point with her end goal. The world is still buzzing over its release, and Runway is here to bring you the scoop on the fashion seen within the 17 spectacular videos that complemented the project.

A team of six strong, the fashion pros styled B into looks varying from ‘Beyoncé from the hood’ to the most glamorous couture pieces we’ve seen B rock thus far. Stylists Ty Hunter, Karen Langley, B. Akerlund, Racquel Smith, Marni Senofonte and Lysa Cooper were all brought aboard to create one-of-kind looks that transformed Beyoncé into every character she dreamed of playing when portraying each song.

The album opens with the mid-tempo anthem “Pretty Hurts”. In the video, Bey transforms into a retro beauty queen wearing a bold yellow Norma Kamali bathing suit. Later she reappears during a beauty-queen meltdown, and although she is throwing a tantrum submerged in water, she still appears ravishing in a deep V-neck, blue beaded Georges Chakra gown.

Pretty Hurts Norma Kamali Suit

Pretty Hurts Georges Chakra


For “Haunted”, an eclectic urban track, she debuts one of the most dramatic, almost Madonna-esque, looks of the entire project and we are in love with the whole thing. Dark, dramatic makeup compliments the finger waves she dons with Russian designer Ulyana Sergeenko’s silk jumpsuit in black and white. The lavish mansion backdrop leads us to wonder if this is what a Friday night at home looks like for the Carters.

Haunted Ulyana Sergeenko


“Drunk In Love” is a duet with none other than Mr. Carter himself. The video is a gorgeous black and white visual of their love and her wardrobe is limited to an itty-bitty vintage Eres black bikini covered by a sheer dress by Wendy Nichol. Jay-Z himself was insistent that she keep it simple and ditch the wardrobe changes, Bey also brings out her rapping skills for a verse. The smoky eyes and simplicity of the sandy beach backdrop heighten the sensuality of an already hot video.


Drunk in Love Drunk in Love 3


“Blow”, produced by power trio Timbaland, Timberlake and Pharrell Williams, is a neon spectacle of delectable throwback fashion. DKNY printed leggings officially make their comeback, paired with a Versace tiger-print yellow coat at the videos opening, transitioning into a feminine and floral printed bra top and high-waisted short shorts ensemble. Possessing a fun and funky feel of the eighties, it was the make-up that caught the most attention. Black-lights, glow in the dark manicures and neon lips? Only in Bey’s world.


Blow Blow 2


We thank Beyonce for making “No Angel” for the ensemble she chooses for walking her dog. A luxurious white fur, white body suit and Louboutin’s? Yes, please. The breathy, slow track depicts that no one in a relationship is perfect. Moral of the story here kids? Even angels in white mink can be flawed

No Angel No Angel 2

The fashion pieces in “Partition” are by far some of the most glamorous, and risqué, of all the videos. Beyonce portrays a showgirl, rocking’ barely there netted and beaded bodysuits . The pièce de résistance is the breathtaking Christian Lacroix corset, dripping with crystals that was paired with Chanel laced gloves and Swarovski face mask.


Partition Partition 2


The video closing out Part One of our Beyonce visual album fashion coverage is “Jealous”. A design by Russian designer Ulyana Sergeenko (see “Haunted”) makes another appearance, this time in a high-waisted black corset and lace top that shows Bey hasn’t been lacking any gym time. Studded jewelry by Eddie Borgo is also prominent throughout the video, adding dramatic depth to the softer, lace separates and lending an edge. The scenes at the dinner table makes one wonder if Beyonce is that fabulously flawless during meal time with Blue and Jay-Z?

Jealous Jealous 2


Stay tuned for Part Two of Queen B Dominates the Throne: A Look Inside the Fashion of Beyoncé’s Visual Album, where we will bring you stunning photos and information from “Rocket”, “Mine”, “XO”, “Flawless”, “Superpower”, “Heaven”, and “Blue”. Coming soon to RunwayLive.com!

Vintage Leather

Vintage Leather

The bomber jacket was made popular in the 1900s and was traditionally worn by the military fighter pilots. By World War 2 they were given their title, the “bomber”, and were known for being extremely warm in frigid temperatures. When shopping for vintage bombers, look for a piece that still has its sheepskin insulation intact and if you get lucky, you may come across one with original patches that adds to the value and history. Bombers, mostly worn in rich shades of tan or chocolate, pair well with long, neutral camisoles and a pair of printed leggings.


Leather Bomber Jacket


The motorcycle jacket, or the “moto”, when worn in classic black is the most popular style of leather jacket. These are the easiest to find because of the mass amounts made, mostly throughout the 80’s and 90’s. Although they have made a huge comeback on the runway, as of late, vintage moto’s just have a character about them that is hard to replicate. Rocking a zipper or grommet embellished motorcycle jacket with a pair of skinny jeans and chunky black boots is enough to make any girl feels like she is living on the edge.


Leather Moto Jacket

For dressier occasions, there is also the softer, draped lapel leather jacket. This option features a more relaxed silhouette that exudes femininity. It is also a versatile style that can be worn three out of the four seasons because of its lightweight structure. In the spring, you can wear it over a floral dress, and during the fall and winter months, it is the perfect layering piece.

Leather Draped Lapel

Whatever style you may choose, owning a piece of vintage leather is owning a piece of fashion history. So go ahead, slip into your timeless ensemble, and make your mark.

Runway Winter Giveaway!

Runway Winter Giveaway!

Simply download the free RUNWAY US app at the Apple App Store or on Google Play and you will automatically be entered to win a pair of AXIIS Eyewear or a LoonyBum belt. A winner will be chosen every day! Santa only comes once a year, so surely we’ve become your new favorite fashion gift giver this season. And while we’re on the topic of your newfound affection for us, don’t forget to ‘Like’ Runway on Facebook to secure your entry! All are welcome to enter.

The sweepstakes will run December 18, 2013 – January 9, 2014 with a winner chosen every day! Make sure to “Like” our cover star Jennette McCurdy on Facebook also, as she will be helping us out with the contest along the way. You will find all the rules below. Happy Holidays from Runway!



OFFICIAL SWEEPSTAKES RULES

All Rules are in compliance with US Law.

NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN THIS SWEEPSTAKES. A PURCHASE WILL NOT IMPROVE CHANCES OF WINNING.

CONSUMER DISCLOSURE

You have not yet won.

OPEN ONLY TO LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES AND DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA WHO ARE AT LEAST 13 YEARS OLD AS OF THE DATE OF ENTRY

By entering this Promotion, entrants accept and agree to be bound by these Official Rules. Any violation of these rules may, at Sponsor’s discretion, result in disqualification. All decisions of the judges regarding this Promotion are final and binding in all respects.

1. PROMOTION PERIOD. Promotion begins December 16, 2013 at 12:01 AM ET and ends on January 21st, 2014 at 11:59 PM ET, when all entries must be received (“Promotion Period”).

2. ELIGIBILITY. This sweepstakes (the “Promotion”) is only open to legal residents of the 50 United States and District of Columbia who are at least 13 years old as of the date of entry, except officers, directors, members, and employees of the Sponsor, the judging organization (if applicable), or any other party associated with the development or administration of this Promotion, and the immediate family (i.e., parents, children, siblings, spouse), and persons residing in the same household, as such individuals. This Promotion is void outside the 50 United States and the District of Columbia, and where prohibited.

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3. HOW TO ENTER. Download a copy of Runway Teen off the free RUNWAY US app on iTunes or Google Play, find the contest page in the issue and enter the code on thewww.Facebook.com/RunwayTeen page as a comment to any article during the Promotion Period and remember to like the pages @runway and @runwayteen for a double entry opportunity. All entries become the property of the Sponsor and will not be acknowledged or returned. Limit: One entry per person and one entry per e-mail address during the Promotion Period. All entrant information, including e-mail addresses, is subject to the respective Privacy Policy of the applicable Sponsor.

4. WINNER SELECTION AND NOTIFICATION. Winner selection will be conducted by random drawing from all eligible entries on or about January 25, 2014 (the “Drawing Date”). Any potential winner will be notified by mail, email and/or telephone. If a potential winner: (i) cannot be contacted; (ii) does not respond within five (5) days from the date the Sponsor first tries to notify him/her; (iii) fails to return the Affidavit and Release as specified in Rule 9; (iv) refuses the prize; and/or (v) the prize or prize notification is returned as undeliverable, such potential winner forfeits all rights to win the Promotion or receive the prize, and an alternate potential winner may be selected. Upon contacting a potential winner and determining that he/she has met all eligibility requirements of the Promotion, including without limitation the execution of required waivers, publicity and liability releases and disclaimers, and, at Sponsor’s discretion, successful completion of a background check, such individual will be declared the “winner” of the Promotion.

5. PRIZE DESCRIPTION. There will be 100 prizes. Loony Bum belts, Axiis Sunglasses and RUNWAY shirts. The approximate retail value of the prizes is $50 to $300 each.

6. TAXES. All federal, state and/or local income and other taxes, if any, are the winner’s sole responsibility.

7. ODDS OF WINNING. The odds of winning this Promotion depend on the number of eligible entries received.

8. NO PRIZE TRANSFER OR SUBSTITUTION. No prize or any portion thereof is transferable or redeemable for cash. Any portion of the prize that is not used is forfeited. No substitutions for prize except by Sponsor, in which case a prize of equal or greater value will be substituted.

The Essential Details

9. CONSENT AND RELEASE. By entering the Promotion, each entrant releases and discharges the Sponsor, judging organization (if applicable), and any other party associated with the development or administration of this Promotion, their parent, subsidiary, and affiliated entities, and each of their respective officers, directors, members, shareholders, employees, independent contractors, agents, representatives, successors and assigns (collectively, “Sponsor Entities”), from any and all liability whatsoever in connection with this Promotion, including without limitation legal claims, costs, injuries, losses or damages, demands or actions of any kind (including without limitation personal injuries, death, damage to, loss or destruction or property, rights of publicity or privacy, defamation, or portrayal in a false light) (collectively, “Claims”). Except where prohibited: (i) entry into the Promotion constitutes the consent of the entrant, without further compensation, to use his/her name, likeness, biographical data, and contact information for editorial, advertising, marketing, publicity, and administrative purposes by the Sponsor and/or others authorized by the Sponsor; (ii) acceptance of a prize constitutes a release by any winner of the Sponsor Entities of any and all Claims in connection with the administration of this Promotion and the use, misuse, or possession of any prize; (iii) any potential winner may be required to sign an affidavit of eligibility (including social security number) and a liability/publicity release; and (iv) if prize involves travel or activities, any potential winner and travel companion (if applicable) may be required to execute releases of the Sponsor from any and all liability with respect to participation in such travel/activities and/or use of the prize. Affidavits and releases must be returned within five (5) days from the date that Sponsor first tries to notify the potential winner. Sponsor may conduct a background check to confirm any potential winner’s eligibility and compliance with these rules. By entering, you agree to cooperate reasonably with any such background check. If the prize includes participation in any public event(s) or publicity, or if Sponsor Entities intend to publicize the winner in any way, and if a background check reveals that a potential winner has engaged in conduct that could damage the reputation or business of any Sponsor Entity, as determined by Sponsor in its discretion, the potential winner may be disqualified and the prize may be awarded to an alternate winner. If winner is deemed to be a minor under the jurisdiction of his/her residence, the prize will be awarded in the name of his/her parent or legal guardian who must execute the necessary affidavit and release and, if applicable, must accompany winner on the trip (no additional travel expenses will be awarded should a parent or legal guardian be required to accompany the winner on the trip).

Background and Context

10. DISCLAIMERS. (i) Sponsor not responsible for entries that are lost, late, misdirected, incorrect, garbled, or incompletely received, for any reason, including by reason of hardware, software, browser, or network failure, malfunction, congestion, or incompatibility at Sponsor’s servers or elsewhere. In the event of a dispute, entries will be deemed submitted by the authorized account holder of the e-mail address submitted at the time of entry. “Authorized account holder” is defined as the natural person who is assigned to an e-mail address by an Internet Access Provider, online service provider, or other organization (e.g., business, educational institute) that is responsible for assigning e-mail addresses for the domain associated with the submitted e-mail address. (ii) Sponsor, in its sole discretion, reserves the right to disqualify any person tampering with the entry process or the operation of the web site or otherwise attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the Promotion. Use of bots or other automated process to enter is prohibited and may result in disqualification at the sole discretion of Sponsor. (iii) Sponsor further reserves the right to cancel, terminate or modify the Promotion if it is not capable of completion as planned, including by reason of infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, force majeure or technical failures of any sort. (iv) Sponsor Entities are not responsible for errors in the administration or fulfillment of this Promotion, including without limitation mechanical, human, printing, distribution or production errors, and may cancel, terminate or modify this Promotion based upon such error at its sole discretion without liability. In no event will Sponsor be responsible for awarding more than the number of prizes specified in these rules. (v) In the event this Promotion is cancelled or terminated, pursuant to subparagraph (iii) or (iv), Sponsor, in its sole discretion, may elect to hold a random drawing from among all eligible entries received up to the date of discontinuance for any or all of the prizes offered herein. (vi) SPONSOR ENTITIES MAKE NO WARRANTIES, REPRESENTATIONS OR GUARANTEES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN FACT OR IN LAW, AS REGARDS THIS PROMOTION OR THE MERCHANTABILITY, QUALITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE REGARDING ANY PRIZE OR ANY COMPONENT OF ANY PRIZE. (vii) CAUTION: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT TO DELIBERATELY DAMAGE THE WEBSITE OR UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THIS PROMOTION MAY BE A VIOLATION OF CRIMINAL AND/OR CIVIL LAWS, AND SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SEEK REMEDIES AND DAMAGES (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ATTORNEYS’ FEES) FROM ANY SUCH ENTRANT TO THE FULLEST EXTENT OF THE LAW, INCLUDING CRIMINAL PROSECUTION. (viii) The value(s) of the prize(s) set forth above represent Sponsor’s good faith determination of the approximate retail value(s) thereof; the actual fair market value(s) as ultimately determined by Sponsor are final and binding and cannot be challenged or appealed. In the event the stated approximate retail value(s) of a prize is more than the actual fair market value of that prize, the difference will not be awarded in cash or otherwise. No substitution or compensation will be given for any portion of the prize that is not used.

What to Consider

11. APPLICABLE LAWS AND JURISDICTION. This Promotion is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Issues concerning the construction, validity, interpretation and enforceability of these Official Rules shall be governed by the laws of the State of New York, without regard to any principles of conflict of laws. All disputes arising out of or connected with this Promotion will be resolved individually, and without resort to class action, exclusively by a state or federal court located in New York, New York. Should there be a conflict between the laws of the State of New York and any other laws, the conflict will be resolved in favor of the laws of the State of New York. To the extent permitted by applicable law, all judgments or awards shall be limited to actual out-of-pocket damages (excluding attorneys’ fees) associated with participation in this Promotion and shall not include any indirect, punitive, incidental and/or consequential damages.

12. WINNER LIST. For a list containing the names of the winners, send a self-addressed stamped envelope, within six (6) months of the Drawing Date, to: Winner List, Runway Teen Attn: Shey to 4413 N. Saddlebag Trail #1, Scottsdale Arizona 85251

13. SPONSORSHIP. This Promotion is sponsored by Runway Media Group, 7449 Melrose Ave, Hollywood California 90038 (the “Sponsor”).

14. Facebook is not responsible for this sweepstakes it is solely run by Runway Beauty, Inc. this promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook.

Designer Spotlight: Carrie Forbes

Designer Spotlight: Carrie Forbes


Her new shoe line, hand-woven from Moroccan raffia, is truly exquisite in design. The time-intensive passion project truly shows Forbes love of this original technique for creating footwear. With each pair taking a full day to make, the process incorporates laborious water and oil treatments before the shoe is woven by hand, insuring maximum comfort to its wearer. “I have always been drawn to anything handcrafted. It requires deep skill and concentration, and the result is always a soulful and curated look as opposed to machine made products.” Forbes states. “I love watching the artisans execute the designs in complete silence and profound contemplation, which I find adds a peaceful element to our usually stressful business. Having lived in Italy and through my travels, I have found numerous resources which continue to inspire me, whether in remote factories in the Tuscan hills, or in the spirited weaving villages of Marrakech and Casablanca.” There is just something about her love of the craft, and infusion of peace in a busy world, that makes her line that much more beautiful.


Carrie Forbes Flats


After enjoying the success of her previous handbag launch, (Nicole Kidman and Julia Roberts were among stars to carry her bags), Forbes moved to Italy to hone her skills in creating luxury goods. Having free-lanced at top fashion houses such as Armani, Fendi and Ferragamo, among others, it was on her trip to Morocco that she was inspired to create her new line. Created in a mostly neutral palette, Forbes incorporated a splash of sapphire blue into the line adding vibrancy to the collection that is perfect for spring.

Carrie Forbes Shoes

With past rave reviews from the press for her handbags, Forbes is no stranger to the spotlight for her creations. Stores in the US have already placed their orders for the new line and her handbags have remained a popular trend. This coming spring will bring a renewal and a fresh start for a well-seasoned designer, and Runway is looking forward to seeing where her shoes will lead her on this new journey.

For more information on Carrie Forbes, visit her official website at http://carrieforbesinc.com/

Runway Winter Giveaway!

Runway Winter Giveaway!

Simply download the free RUNWAY US app at the Apple App Store or on Google Play and you will automatically be entered to win a pair of AXIIS Eyewear or a LoonyBum belt. A winner will be chosen every day! Santa only comes once a year, so surely we’ve become your new favorite fashion gift giver this season. And while we’re on the topic of your newfound affection for us, don’t forget to ‘Like’ Runway on Facebook to secure your entry! All are welcome to enter.

The sweepstakes will run December 18, 2013 – January 9, 2014 with a winner chosen every day! Make sure to “Like” our cover star Jennette McCurdy on Facebook also, as she will be helping us out with the contest along the way. You will find all the rules below. Happy Holidays from Runway!

Axiis Eyewear LoonyBum belt

OFFICIAL SWEEPSTAKES RULES

All Rules are in compliance with US Law.

NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN THIS SWEEPSTAKES. A PURCHASE WILL NOT IMPROVE CHANCES OF WINNING.

CONSUMER DISCLOSURE

You have not yet won.

OPEN ONLY TO LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES AND DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA WHO ARE AT LEAST 13 YEARS OLD AS OF THE DATE OF ENTRY

By entering this Promotion, entrants accept and agree to be bound by these Official Rules. Any violation of these rules may, at Sponsor’s discretion, result in disqualification. All decisions of the judges regarding this Promotion are final and binding in all respects.

1. PROMOTION PERIOD. Promotion begins December 16, 2013 at 12:01 AM ET and ends on January 21st, 2014 at 11:59 PM ET, when all entries must be received (“Promotion Period”).

2. ELIGIBILITY. This sweepstakes (the “Promotion”) is only open to legal residents of the 50 United States and District of Columbia who are at least 13 years old as of the date of entry, except officers, directors, members, and employees of the Sponsor, the judging organization (if applicable), or any other party associated with the development or administration of this Promotion, and the immediate family (i.e., parents, children, siblings, spouse), and persons residing in the same household, as such individuals. This Promotion is void outside the 50 United States and the District of Columbia, and where prohibited.

Inside Runway Winter Giveaway!

3. HOW TO ENTER. Download a copy of Runway Teen off the free RUNWAY US app on iTunes or Google Play, find the contest page in the issue and enter the code on thewww.Facebook.com/RunwayTeen page as a comment to any article during the Promotion Period and remember to like the pages @runway and @runwayteen for a double entry opportunity. All entries become the property of the Sponsor and will not be acknowledged or returned. Limit: One entry per person and one entry per e-mail address during the Promotion Period. All entrant information, including e-mail addresses, is subject to the respective Privacy Policy of the applicable Sponsor.

4. WINNER SELECTION AND NOTIFICATION. Winner selection will be conducted by random drawing from all eligible entries on or about January 25, 2014 (the “Drawing Date”). Any potential winner will be notified by mail, email and/or telephone. If a potential winner: (i) cannot be contacted; (ii) does not respond within five (5) days from the date the Sponsor first tries to notify him/her; (iii) fails to return the Affidavit and Release as specified in Rule 9; (iv) refuses the prize; and/or (v) the prize or prize notification is returned as undeliverable, such potential winner forfeits all rights to win the Promotion or receive the prize, and an alternate potential winner may be selected. Upon contacting a potential winner and determining that he/she has met all eligibility requirements of the Promotion, including without limitation the execution of required waivers, publicity and liability releases and disclaimers, and, at Sponsor’s discretion, successful completion of a background check, such individual will be declared the “winner” of the Promotion.

5. PRIZE DESCRIPTION. There will be 100 prizes. Loony Bum belts, Axiis Sunglasses and RUNWAY shirts. The approximate retail value of the prizes is $50 to $300 each.

6. TAXES. All federal, state and/or local income and other taxes, if any, are the winner’s sole responsibility.

7. ODDS OF WINNING. The odds of winning this Promotion depend on the number of eligible entries received.

8. NO PRIZE TRANSFER OR SUBSTITUTION. No prize or any portion thereof is transferable or redeemable for cash. Any portion of the prize that is not used is forfeited. No substitutions for prize except by Sponsor, in which case a prize of equal or greater value will be substituted.

Inside the Story

9. CONSENT AND RELEASE. By entering the Promotion, each entrant releases and discharges the Sponsor, judging organization (if applicable), and any other party associated with the development or administration of this Promotion, their parent, subsidiary, and affiliated entities, and each of their respective officers, directors, members, shareholders, employees, independent contractors, agents, representatives, successors and assigns (collectively, “Sponsor Entities”), from any and all liability whatsoever in connection with this Promotion, including without limitation legal claims, costs, injuries, losses or damages, demands or actions of any kind (including without limitation personal injuries, death, damage to, loss or destruction or property, rights of publicity or privacy, defamation, or portrayal in a false light) (collectively, “Claims”). Except where prohibited: (i) entry into the Promotion constitutes the consent of the entrant, without further compensation, to use his/her name, likeness, biographical data, and contact information for editorial, advertising, marketing, publicity, and administrative purposes by the Sponsor and/or others authorized by the Sponsor; (ii) acceptance of a prize constitutes a release by any winner of the Sponsor Entities of any and all Claims in connection with the administration of this Promotion and the use, misuse, or possession of any prize; (iii) any potential winner may be required to sign an affidavit of eligibility (including social security number) and a liability/publicity release; and (iv) if prize involves travel or activities, any potential winner and travel companion (if applicable) may be required to execute releases of the Sponsor from any and all liability with respect to participation in such travel/activities and/or use of the prize. Affidavits and releases must be returned within five (5) days from the date that Sponsor first tries to notify the potential winner. Sponsor may conduct a background check to confirm any potential winner’s eligibility and compliance with these rules. By entering, you agree to cooperate reasonably with any such background check. If the prize includes participation in any public event(s) or publicity, or if Sponsor Entities intend to publicize the winner in any way, and if a background check reveals that a potential winner has engaged in conduct that could damage the reputation or business of any Sponsor Entity, as determined by Sponsor in its discretion, the potential winner may be disqualified and the prize may be awarded to an alternate winner. If winner is deemed to be a minor under the jurisdiction of his/her residence, the prize will be awarded in the name of his/her parent or legal guardian who must execute the necessary affidavit and release and, if applicable, must accompany winner on the trip (no additional travel expenses will be awarded should a parent or legal guardian be required to accompany the winner on the trip).

Career and Creative Process

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How To (And How Not To) Layer This Winter Season

How To (And How Not To) Layer This Winter Season

First, let us start with the basics. When the temperature drops and we send our spring and summer wardrobes packing for the season, there are a few pieces to keep around that will be beneficial when layering your winter ensembles. Basic t-shirts and tanks work well when worn under chunky sweaters and knit dresses. Your ankle boots work year round, as do your miniskirts. Pairing a mini with leggings or tights and a cashmere sweater looks festive and fun for a holiday party. Throw on a scarf and you have got yourself a complete outfit.

Before we go any further, there are a few simple rules when it comes to layering that can make your fashion statement a hit or a miss…

Simple Do’s & Don’ts:

DO
Keep it simple. While staying warm is key, do not over do it with too much outerwear. A thick, warm trench or pea coat works well to keep your body heat in but can be removed to reveal a lighter outfit once you are inside.

DON’T
Wear just one color. When you layer, it is easy for eyes to get lost in a sea of fabric if it is all one shade. While there are exceptions to this rule, try to mix it up. Alternatively, if you must stick to one color, choose different shades, think of a gradient. For example, a pair of charcoal trousers worn with a silvery grey turtleneck and a black coat is a better choice than a gray pantsuit, gray coat and gray boots. A little effort will go a long way.

DO
Mix up fabrics. Layering is all about texture. Each piece should stand out against the others. Try a combination of a wool coat, cashmere sweater and leather skinny pants or a cotton tee, a fur lined jacket and denim jeans. For eveningwear, satin gowns pair beautifully with fur or faux fur and long sleeve gowns are very popular this season, eliminating the need for a coat, and a stop at the coat check, all together.

DON’T
Don’t be afraid to play with patterns. Just like the importance of texture, prints and patterns can add character to your ensemble. A fun printed pair of leggings or trousers can be a good contrast to a bold solid sweatshirt and plaid always works in shades such as red, navy or hunter. Other big prints this season: paisley, animal prints and houndstooth.

DON’T
Bulk Up. One of the biggest mistakes many people make when layering is that they layer the top and bottom too heavily. It is important when choosing your pieces to maintain your shape and style. If you are going to wear a chunky sweater or oversized coat, keep the bottom simpler. Leggings, tights or skinny jeans work best for balance. And vice versa, with this seasons baggy trousers, it is best to pair them with a fitted cashmere sweater or a tank and fitted denim jacket. Another option is to belt bulky trenches, sweaters and knit dresses, so that you don’t lose your figure. Steering clear of all of the tempting holiday treats will help you in this area as well.

DO
Accessorize! One of the best parts of layering is the accessories that go along with it. Scarves, boots, handbags and chunky jewelry are the reasons I count down to late fall. It is a great way to add color to a basic color palette if you have yet to experiment with an electric pink trench. Do keep in mind, that the same rules apply here as with the clothing pieces. Choose only a couple that will compliment your outfit. Too many accessories can make you look over-done. Less is more, even in winter wear.

If you keep things simple, it is easy and fun to construct a winter wardrobe that is both versatile and functional. For work, a nice crisp button down and a textured or patterned short sleeve sweater looks put together with a tailored pair of trousers. For after dinner drinks you can lose the sweater and add a colorful chunky necklace in a deep jewel tone, extra points if you swap out the office pumps with some sassy strappy heels.

Layering can be a creative way to think outside the box while adding some fun new pieces to your wardrobe. Keep it simple, let your unique style shine through year round and remember, it is possible to remain fashionable and fabulous, even on the dreariest days of winter.

Santas Got A Brand New Bag

1.) Calf hair is all the rage this season, and this leopard print cross-body phone wallet is a cute addition to any handbag collection. Michael Kors $178

2.) Add a little sparkle to your look with this jewel-embellished wood clutch. Devi Kroell $2,490

3.) You can never go wrong with classic black and white. Miu Miu Two-Tone Leather Tote, $1,450

4.) Contrast always adds character; such is proven in this navy patent leather and shearling tote. Tory Burch, $350

5.) When the mall is a jungle, fit in with this zebra printed nylon tote with braided handle and accents by Dooney & Bourke. $139

6.) Inspired by fishnet stockings, this sexy leather and sequin handbag exudes style and sensuality. Marc Jacobs $2,595

7.) Edge and elegance co-exist in this black leather stone and skull embellished clutch. Alexander McQueen $2,085

8.) For a bright, fun infusion of color, choose this calfskin satchel with silver hoop clasp. Salvatore Ferragamo $1,750

9.) A more affordable, yet still classic, option this season is this leather Coach Satchel that can be converted into a cross-body. Available in an array of colors. Coach $228

10.) Since the Gatsby revival, art deco has exploded back onto the fashion scene. This acrylic sunburst clutch would be perfect for a holiday party. Edie Parker $1,295

With all of the options available, sometimes it’s hard for a girl to choose just one, so make sure this list is kept where your “Santa” can see and maybe you’ll find a truly special gift under the tree.

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Civic Duty Shoes Are Fashionable, Charitable

Civic Duty Shoes Are Fashionable, Charitable

But Civic Duty’s story starts with CEO Steven Weinreb. As a young boy growing up around his uncle’s men’s clothing store, Weinreb could not wait to finally get the chance to work in his uncle’s store and get a real taste of the fashion industry. Once old enough, he dove right in and began working for his uncle and was well on his way to his dream job. Fashion never seemed like work to him. “I just enjoyed working,” he says. “And because it was something I loved to do, it wasn’t work. It was the fashion element that I loved!”

After years of working in the fashion industry, owning his own mortgage company, producing footwear for Ecko Unlimited and working as head of sales for British athletic line Gola, Weinreb became a victim of the economic downturn of 2008, finding himself jobless and a bit hopeless. With his wife’s encouragement, he was able to “reset himself” and revisit an idea he had had about making shoes out of a paper-like material. That material was Tyvek, which is a lightweight, sustainable, and water resistant material that while looks like paper, is extremely durable and is used in construction as a water barrier wrapping for homes. It is also the same material used to make FedEx envelopes.

After much experimentation, he was able to come up with the technology to successfully manufacture shoes out of Tyvek, and thus Civic Duty footwear with fun, vibrant colors and a look of cool, edgy flair was made a reality. However, his recent experience of being burned by the economy had left its mark on him.

“It was at that point that I became determined to develop a business that would be socially, fiscally and environmentally friendly,” says Weinreb. “I wanted a business that would be inspiring to others, be beneficial for Americans and be affordable and of course, awesome.”

Not only are Civic Duty shoes made of an eco-friendly material, but each year an exclusive shoe is made with 100% of the proceeds going to a social cause benefiting those in the US. Every year, Civic Duty will choose a different social cause to donate to, and as “co-conspirators,” shoppers are encouraged to suggest a cause for consideration. It is a part of their “Conspire to Inspire” campaign, which encourages civic-minded Americans to come together to benefit our country and create a sense of community.

To join the movement, check out CivicDutyShoes.com and take your pick of cool kicks with a cause.

Written by Clarissa Burt with Marika Bastrmajian

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deeFind Shoes Make A Bold Statement

deeFind Shoes Make A Bold Statement

deeFind empowers women, by defining and constructing their individuality through drop-dead femininity. The deeFind line is for confident women blazing a path toward their destination, powered by a ferocious thirst for individuality. Practicing the art of exploration through passion, metaphor, and fashion generates whole originality at the core of the deeFind’s identity.

Entrepreneur designer and founder Dierdre Wallace worked to produce the most refined designs while implementing alternative materials and creative methods to her pieces. deeFind shoes are made with larger than average purpose for a similar kind of woman. Riding out one of the most incredible journeys of her life, Wallace has allowed her dreams to navigate her to produce fiercely stunning construction that she passionately delivers to the fashion arena.

For more on deeFind shoes or to purchase, visit deefind.net and follow them on Twitter and Instagram @deefind