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When it comes to perfume, I've always erred on the side of discretion. I've spritzed rather than splashed. I've made a point to wear only fragrances I perceive as quiet-­perhaps fearing that if anyone around me should catch too potent a whiff, they might form an unfavorable opinion about me. I haven't truly loved-in a desperate, nostril-flaring, want to suck it all in way-very many perfumes. There was a scent given to me by a boyfriend in college, its (and his) name long forgotten, that smelled exactly like mimosa flowers: Every time I applied it, I could see those fuchsia pom-poms-their resemblance to Dr. ­Seuss illustrations always a source of delight-blooming in the yard of my midwestern childhood home. In my twenties, I had a fling with lily-of-the-valley Dior Diorissimo, so evocative of that moment when the first hyacinth bouquets appear in New York delis in the dead of winter, like a promise of spring. But my current favorite is a scent by botanical Strange Invisible Perfumes

1. Navy
navy
The Look: The navy nails that dominated red carpets several years ago are back, thanks to two influential launches-the denim-inspired trio of Les Jeans de Chanel and the glamorous Christian Dior Blue Tie Collection. Kristen Stewart, seen here at the premiere of The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, opted for a metallic take on the hue to enhance her sparkling J. Mendel gown.

The Polish: While the limited-edition Chanel and Dior lacquers went into near-instant extinction (good luck getting your hands on a bottle), there are other glistening blues that achieve a similar impact. To channel Stewart's light-catching look, try Deborah Lippmann nail lacquer in Lady Sings the Blues, a shimmering navy with flecks of glitter.

2. Pastel Purple
pastel purple
The Look: Girl-about-town Alexa Chung recently paired the intergalactic print of Christopher Kane's leather minidress with vibrant lilac nails. "Violet captures the spirit of creative independence," says Arnold. "It's simple yet sophisticated."

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Cappadocia, Turkey
1. Cappadocia, Turkey
Straddling the line between East and West, Turkey is an up-and-coming destination for travelers. Istanbul, the lively capital, is full of diverse markets, restaurants, and clubs, but head about 450 miles southeast to the ancient city of Cappadocia and you'll find yourself in an incredible land of rock formations, caves, and wine country. Cappadocia is cold but romantic and beautiful this time of year, and you can find warmth in the Turkish baths and intricate underground cities. These hidden pathways are where Christians first found refuge from the Romans. And it's those Christian roots that allowed for a burgeoning wine industry, a business that wouldn't have taken hold were the original settlers predominantly Muslim.

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Whistler, Canada
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The all-time most popular, most-applied makeup shade isn't a classic crimson or a workaday beige. It's black, in all its chic-to-grunge glory. Long before smoky shadow and liner were as ubiquitous on the red carpet as Ryan Seacrest, Egyptian queens Nefertiti and Cleopatra elaborately decorated their lids with a homemade glossy kohl pigment-pulverized copper, iron, or lead mixed with oil and painted on with a wood, bone, or ivory stick (the first eyeliner brush). Even the Kama Sutra features a recipe for homemade mascara (a seductive combo of lamp oil and burnt crepe-ginger leaves). "There isn't a shade that works with every skin tone and eye color as well as black," says Collier Strong, a L'Oréal makeup artist. "It's the most universally flattering makeup shade-ever."

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3 Ways to Wear It

shiny lidsShiny Lids: Even with advanced formulas on the market, many pros still prefer the DIY mixology long employed by Debbie

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Thick arches accessorized eyes on the fall and spring runways and they're popular on the red carpet too. "I love the return to a strong brow," says CoverGirl celebrity makeup artist Beau Nelson. "It's classic and beautiful and makes the face look glamorous and powerful-looking."

Groomed, filled-in brows can also enhance the eyes. "Think of your eyes as pictures; if you give them beautiful frames, they'll make more of a statement," says Hollywood brow-shaper Tonya Crooks. Other benefits of pronounced brows, according to Crooks and fellow star-groomer Anastasia Soare: larger-looking peepers and a more youthful appearance.

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The first step to getting gorgeous brows? Wean yourself off tweezers and use scissors sparingly. It's not easy, but don't worry-even stars like Kim Kardashian have difficulty letting go. "Kim's pretty good at doing her own brows, but sometimes when she travels she'll trim too much and we'll have to

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