Here's your chance to meet some really amazing beauty editors

Now through January 30th, Bergdorf Goodman will be hosting its BE Beautiful event. My absolute favorite part of this event is that my good pal and beauty expert, Felicia Walker Benson, will be appearing to talk about all the products she tested for the BG blog, 5th/58th . As an Honorary Bergdorf Beauty Girl, Felicia recently sat down with the beauty buyers at Bergdorf Goodman, and perused the new high tech beauty goods. Felicia has her own AMAZING blog, ThisThatBeauty, and as a result of her diligent efforts to brand herself via her blog and beauty news, she's now the go-to girl for companies such as Bergdorf Goodman. How HOT is that??? I definitely suggest you come out and hear her share hot new skin and beauty tips and, of course, get your networking on.

There’s no set schedule or formal presentation so you can come and go as you please. Also as part of the BE BEAUTIFUL event, receive Bergdorf Goodman’s exclusive FEED 5 Kenya Cosmetic Pouch filled with deluxe-sized must-haves of the season, yours with any beauty purchase of $200 or more.

Samples include:
· Darphin Azahar Cleansing Water, 0.4 oz.· Clarins Hand & Nail Cream, 0.28 oz.· Guerlain Orchidee Imperiale Eye Cream, 0.06 oz.· Kiehls Midnight Recovery Concentrate, 0.14 oz.· Supersmile Quikee, 0.21 oz.· ReVive Intensite Moisture Serum Extreme, 0.20 oz.· Trish McEvoy Deluxe Travel-Size Lash Enhancer, 0.34 oz.· Laura Mercier Full Blown Volume Mascara, 020 oz.· Jo Malone Grapefruit Body Cream, 0.5 oz.· Amore Pacific Time Response Skin Renewal Cream, 0.27 oz.

See you there!

Glam Gig Monitor: Beauty Writer for Sephora, San Fran, CA

Job Title : Beauty Writer
Company: Sephora
Industry: Internet/Online/New Media
Job Duration: Full Time
Job Location :San Francisco, CA USA

Job Requirements
Wanted: A clever and creative writer who lives and breathes beauty. You can convince anyone that they need the newest mascara innovation (no questions asked) and can create impactful, enticing copy for less-than-glamorous products (like acne treatments). Sephora is looking for a beauty writer in our San Francisco office. The ideal candidate has 1-3+ years experience writing about beauty, health and/or fashion online and in print, the ability to think on your feet and write with wit, strategy, and speed. Experience with social media and non-traditional marketing is a big plus.

Your day-to-day will include thinking up sharp, compelling copy for:
E-mail marketing campaigns
Sephoras Beauty & the Blog (blog.sephora.com)
Sephoras Facebook Fanpage (facebook.com/sephora)
Sephoras Twitter (@sephora)
Printed pieces
Sephora stores

Address your resume and CVL to Ms. Mari Tzikas. Apply here
Source: mediabistro.com

My new obsession with bridal everything

Photo by Elton Anderson

I have a confession. I have become obsessed with bridal stuff. Modern Bride and Martha Stewart Weddings. "Say Yes to the Dress." Wedding expos. The fine jewelry department at Macy's..... It's crazy. I have NOOOO intentions on saying the big "I Do" anytime soon, but I have been seriously thinking about expanding my network to the bridal industry. You all know I currently work full-time as a jewelry merchandiser-and I love it. I think bridal jewelry and accessories consulting could be a nice side hustle. Don't you agree?! I love LOVE, and I think working with a beaming bride-to-be could be a lot of fun. I know you're thinking, "Nicole is doing too much," and it's true, but oh well...I can sleep when I'm dead.

Today during my bridal related web surfing, I came across ModelBride.com, a neat site that offers local courses in bridal makeup and hair styling. How cool!

Take a look at the bridal beauty course lineup for fall-winter 2009/2010:

Creative Updos and Styling is a one or two day workshop for artists pursuing work in the fashion or bridal industry. Stylist will learn fabulous updos as well as fashion forward styles using hair falls and extensions. Classes are currently scheduled in Philadelphia, Fairfield, NJ and New York City with more locations coming soon. Learn More Now.

Introduction to Bridal Hair is a one day class designed to introduce students to the world of bridal, as well as master updos and bridal hair styles. Classes are currently scheduled for Fairfield, NJ with more locations coming soon. Learn More Now.

Introduction to Bridal Makeup is a one day class designed to introduce students to the world of bridal, and to master beautiful, long lasting makeup looks for the bride. Classes are currently scheduled for Fairfield, NJ with more locations coming soon. Learn More Now.
Registration

Classes are limited to 12 students so everyone receives individual attention throughout the day. Pre-registration is required so contact Model Bride today to reserve your seat at 973-635-1756.

"The Sky's the Limit" -Glam Gig Icon, Felicia Walker-Benson

Looking back over my career in fashion, I can honestly say that each career move I made was a result of networking. Last year, I was fortunate to meet Felicia Walker-Benson while networking at the New York Women In Communications conference in NYC. I immediately knew Felicia was someone that I'd want to build a professional relationship with. We exchanged business cards and I emailed her the next day.

Since our first exchange of emails, Felicia has become one of my dearest mentors. I've learned that she is not only a great mentor, but she is a budding beauty entrepreneur too! Felicia is the founder of ThisThatBeauty and also teaches on makeup and all things beauty. She will be speaking at The Artist Summit Miami Oct 3-5th, and The Artist Summit Chicago Oct 10-12th. For more information and to purchase tickets for The Artist Summit please visit their website. Felicia will be leading a panel discussion on "Beauty and the Blog" during the Miami and Chicago conference.

I found this interview with Felicia The Powder Group's blog . Thanks for such a great interview of such a great person!

How have you kept your career growing in a challenging economy?

I’ve managed to stay busy by leveraging my networks and optimizing opportunities. I also focus on being useful to others. If you are useful, others will see your value and seek your services. I am always asking, “How can I be useful”, “How can this person/brand use me”. If others have a reason to “use” you...your career will flourish. Focus on what you can offer others…as opposed to what others can offer you!

Is there a project you have worked on that you are especially proud of?

I recently had the opportunity to work as Creative Director of Makeup/Lead Artist for a Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week show (the Vessel by Lois Samuels). This was a great honor and a dream come true. As Creative Director of Makeup, it was my responsibility to design the runway makeup look, partner with the makeup sponsor to select colors, and lead a talented team of artists. Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics was the makeup sponsor…they’re truly an amazing partner! (sidebar: I am a HUGE fan of the Youngblood Mineral Foundation! Felicia shared some with me and I'm hooked!)

What are you working on today?

I just recently covered NYFW and was Creative Director of Makeup for a show. I’m looking forward to speaking at the upcoming Artist Summit in Miami and Chicago. I’m excited to talk about one of my great passions - beauty blogging!

How did you get started in makeup?

My beauty obsession dates back to my childhood. Most kids bought candy with their weekly allowance. Not little Felicia! I bought Jean Nate, V05 hot oil treatments, Lee Press On Nails, mud packs, etc. If the local beauty supply store sold it, I bought it! As a young adult, my friends, family and coworkers always came to me as the go to fashion/beauty girI…so a career in makeup, fashion and beauty feels as natural as breathing.

What does “community” mean to you?

I love the concept of “community”. My very existence as a writer and artist is living proof of the power of “community.” It truly takes a village and I am the product a very close knit and supportive village/community. Constant nourishment of the community is key. Find ways to include others. Share resources and information. Help one another. Share your blessings and be a blessing to others!

Can you tell us about a change you have made in your career?

Prior to fully committing myself to fashion and beauty, I spent over 10 years in Human Resources. While still in corporate HR, I worked freelance as a makeup artist and started a beauty blog. ThisThatBeauty was born in April of 2008. Within six months of writing ThisThatBeauty, I got my first press mention as a “top rated” beauty blog. From there ThisThatBeauty continued to flourish and open doors for my makeup artistry. In April of 2009 I launched a line of makeup brushes under the ThisThatBeauty brand. My resume continues to grow at a pace that even I can’t believe! Makeup Artist… Fashion/Beauty Writer….Product line….Celebrity Makeup Artist…Wardrobe Stylist…Bus Dev Consultant…NYFW Lead Artist! The sky’s the limit!

For more info on other beauty entrepreneurs from the Powder Group, check out For The Love of Makeup blog by clicking here. Also be sure to support Felicia by visiting her ThisThatBeauty blog.

You're Inivited! "Nailing Your Business"

M2M damorejon and Bluffa Jo Cosmetics Present:
Nailing Your Business

Nailing Your Business is a 3-day workshop for nail technicians who want to get into the fashion industry. Nailing Your Business provides training to manicurists for on set production, Fashion Week, gifting suites, and beauty lounge bookings.

Participants in the training will be provided the opportunity to potentially go behind the scenes at Fashion Week. The training covers:

• Professional Behavior 101 - Customer Service [dealing customers, clients, vendors, producers, agents, etc]
• Product Awareness -Professional Products vs over the counter products and their uses
• Ingredients - Proper product usage
• Marketing/Promotions/ Private Labeling

Classes will be held:

• September 7 through September 9, 2009 from 9:30am to 3:30pm
• September 10 through September 17, 2009, then Fashion Week Internship begins

The workshop fee is $650.00 per person

Registration Fee is $50.00 per person August 1- August 20, 2009

Late Registration Fee is $75.00 per person August 20, Sept 4, 2009

For further information: Please contact 313-516-0335

www.m2mdamorejon.com

Special thanks to Felicia at ThisThatBeauty for forwarding!

Gotta New Gig! Jane Lauder joins Estée Lauder board

Senior vice president and general manager of Origins Jane Lauder has been elected to Estée Lauder Companies Inc.'s board of directors, the company said.

Lauder, the granddaughter of the beauty brand's founder, replaces Ronald S. Lauder, who has served the board since 1968.

The 36-year-old was previously responsible as vice president global marketing for strategic marketing and positioning at Clinique and prior to that served as vice president of marketing for BeautyBank, the company's entrepreneurial thinktank. Congrats Jane!

For full press release click here.
Source:Stylesight

L'Oreal plans philanthropy efforts

You know I'm REALLY big on giving back to the community, so this article made my heart smile today :-) Way to go L'Oreal!

(Stylesight) L'Oreal chief executive Jean-Paul Agon has expressed new optimism in the cosmetics market. Reuters is reporting that at a press conference in Paris organized to celebrate the company's 100th year in business, Agon told reporters that the market had bottomed out and that things would improve over the next few quarters. Agon said growth in the beauty market should be zero or slightly positive this year. He added that the world's largest cosmetic company continues to gain market share and plans to expand further in Central Asia, India and the Middle East, while forging ahead in research and development. Research spending is expected to exceed sales growth.

Agon also revealed several new projects marking the company's 100-year anniversary, including 100 citizen projects based on the three central axes of L'Oreal's corporate philanthropy: education, encouragement of self-esteem and the promotion of scientific research. Examples include a scientific discovery program in 10 underprivileged junior high schools in Indonesia and a project to help 100 visually-impaired people in Indonesia cultivate personal beauty habits and techniques.