Blog Posts by Sarah Bernard

Red lips are the perfect complement to this season’s ladylike fashions-- or any fashion if you ask us. But the key is finding that particular red--a blue-red, say, as opposed to an orange- or pink-red-- that best suits your hair, skin, eyes, and personality. In this episode, celebrity makeup artist Robin Watson-Hamilton helps three Thread viewers select the red that works for them, and then we supply a sexy, on-trend look to show it off.

When wearing red lipstick the universal rule is to keep the rest of your makeup clean and neutral, says celebrity makeup artist Robin Watson-Hamilton. That doesn’t mean boring, however. Big lashes and liquid-liner cat-eyes are great options, but you don’t want to detract from the high-impact statement of your lips with much more than that. Here’s what Watson-Hamilton suggests for our three Thread viewers:

Pink-red like Ashley Greene

Watson-Hamilton thought Elise, a brunette with blue eyes and fair skin, could work a pinkish-red shade a la

What happens when a West Coast girl and an East Coast girl get together? They talk travel tips, of course! The lovely Nikki Boyer host of Yahoo!'s Daytime in No Time came to NYC to do the Wendy Williams show among other things, and she came by our wardrobe closet to give us her tips for traveling in style before she headed back to the sunshine. Take some cues from Nikki on your next getaway to remain fashionably fabulous from the plane to the pool!

Nikki's a firm believer in not having to sacrifice looking good just because you’re in transport – and we totally agree, hence our entire mission here at The Thread. (Being fashionable is a lifestyle, no matter the situation). Take a look at Nikki’s three tips below and we promise, the next trip you take will seem like smooth sailing in the style department.
 
1)  Layer on the plane. Don’t bring anything you won’t wear on vacation. If you’re traveling to a cold-weather destination, save luggage space by wearing your heavy jacket. That

Some Hollywood stars have their hair and makeup down, while others nail it in the styling department, even when they’re just pushing a cart through the grocery store. Sofia Vergara is one of the few who get a thumbs-up on both fronts. Whether she’s dressed down in jeans and a tank top or glamming it up in a strapless gown, she’s always got her gorgeous cascading waves, bold lips, and thick lashes. In this episode, NYC-based makeup artist and owner of Pre-Dame, Stefanie Syat shows Thread viewer Brianna how to get Sofia’s look with a few makeup tricks, and we complete Brianna’s transformation with Sofia-inspired, figure-flattering style choices.

Sofia admitted that she relies on makeup—specifically lipstick and mascara—  to feel beautiful. As if we needed more reasons to love her! Here’s how Stefanie created two Sofia-inspired looks for Brianna:

Sexy, casual Sofia

It is entirely possible to still look fresh even with a full face of makeup. Stefanie gave Brianna lots of

If I had to guess how a guy would dress a woman, it would be something like the way my daughters dress their Barbies: miniskirts and low cut tops on Monday, skin-tight shiny leggings and a tummy-baring halter on Tuesday and more miniskirts on Wednesday. You see where I’m going. But Redbook’s "Whys Guy" Contributor, Aaron Traister, and the guys surveyed by the magazine claim that their wants are nothing like what I imagined. In this episode, see the top five outfits guys are secretly wishing we women wore more of. Watch and learn.

At the moment colored jeans, ankle boots and romantic day dresses are in heavy rotation in my wardrobe. I’m pretty sure my girlfriends think this is a great idea, but now I’m wondering how the guys I know are viewing my efforts. According to Aaron, I need to simplify. Here are his tried and true recommendations:

Jeans and a tank top

What some ladies would call boring guys think of as pleasantly low-maintenance and sexy. Aaron insists the

When we did a post about men’s grooming habits -- or lack there of-- you all shared strong opinions about nose hair, black fingernails, and “hobbit feet.” But are there any habits of ours that give guys the same horror-induced reaction? It seems impossible, but Redbook magazine’s “Whys Guy” columnist, Aaron Traister, insists that a few of our favorite tricks are actually man repellents. Before you break out the self-tanner, extra-hold hairspray, and strawberry-scented lip gloss, watch this episode.

This kind of thing happens with clothes all the time. We pick a dress that we think is trendy and fun, and all guys think is, “looks uncomfortable.” The same disconnect exists when it comes to our beauty routines. The care and effort that we put into our presentation-- the same care and effort that often make us feel confident and sexy-- is interpreted by guys as “unnecessary,” or worse, “unappealing.” Redbook’s Aaron Traister cites the following: 

Self-tanner

Right now we’re all a

It wasn’t lost on us that Jennifer Lawrence aka Katniss Everdeen is sporting one of the hottest hairstyles of the season in “The Hunger Games”—a side braid! Then, perhaps as a reference to her on-screen look, the gorgeous 21-year-old went with a loosely braided bun for the film's Los Angeles premiere-- as well as a flashy gold Prabal Gurung fishtail gown with side cut-outs.

We love the intricate look of braided hairstyles, but don't let all that interweaving intimidate you. The truth is, they’re totally doable. 

If you want to try a side braid a la Katniss, we break down the steps in this video:

A bigger fan of Jennifer's red carpet looks?  Updos with loose braiding were everywhere during awards season (remember Kate Beckinsale?) and they continue to be a big trend for spring. The key is in the pre-braiding prep. Add texture to your hair with product and, if your hair is particularly straight to begin with, also use a curling iron to create waves. If you want even more height at the

You can make a fabulously loud statement with something as simple as the color of your lips-- especially if they happen to be a vibrant red, which is the color we’re loving for Spring 2012. This season, a bold crimson pout isn’t relegated to evening status. In this episode, we show you how, with the right wardrobe styling, you can make red lips work at the office, with jeans on the weekend and, of course, with a sexy retro look for a date night.

When you’re opting for something as eye catching as a bold red you want to tone down everything else and let the color be the focal point. Here’s how to make classic red lips work for three different situations:

For the office

Keep your outfit fun, but understated. A color-block sheath dress under a structured blazer is a perfect sophisticated pairing. Skip the stilettos and instead showcase some loafer heels. With the rest of your makeup, think minimal. Light eyes and a coat or two of mascara. A simple half-up, half-down hairstyle is