Food for Beauty

I love cosmetics and I love food. One doesn't generally think that those two go hand in hand but they do. What goes in your mouth has a way of showing up in your skin. Want great looking skin? Be mindful of what goes in your tummy. Which brings me to Aspen's "best kept secret" - Dark Horse Alley. A fabulous little spot tucked between two buildings that instantly transports you to Paris. Wendy uses fresh wholesome ingredients to create her delectable baguette sandwiches, awe inspiring salads and buys her coffee from a free trade, private, organic roaster in Seattle. Everything is home-made right down to the Spicy Vegetable Chutney that graces a few of her sandwiches. In addition to serving food that is good for you, Dark Horse Alley is a great place to unwind and catch a respite from the everyday stresses that bog us down and make us and our skin look tired. So take a quick break, grab a healthful mouthful and relax for a few minutes at Dark Horse Alley. Wendy will take great care of you and your skin and tummy will thank you.

Dark Horse Alley

970-319-2068

527 E. Cooper

Aspen CO 81611

Tucked between Lush and the jewelry store

across from Boggies

Quick Tip of the Day - Tweezers

Favorite Tweezers = Tweezerman

Why? You can send them in to the company to get sharpened and all you pay for is the shipping! Such a deal...

Every time I am in the car checking my face in the mirror or applying lipstick (at a red light of course) I find that my brows need tweezing. And I ask myself, "why did I not see those little buggers in the mirror at home where my tweezers are?" No matter what light I find in my home to tweeze by (and I tweeze every other day) I always seem to miss one or two or they tend to only pop out when I'm in the car. Solution? I have begun carrying a pair in the glove box so when I am in the great light I can get rid those unwanteds once and for.... well until next week at least.

The Big Books and FWNY

It's September and that means two things; The arrival of the big autumn editions of our favorite magazines - Vogue, W, In Style, French Elle, Vanity Fair and Fashion Week New York. I look forward to both with tremendous anticipation.

Anna Wintour has done it again with a most fabulous edition of Vogue. Inspiring images, gorgeous couture stories and smart editorial are enough to keep me occupied for hours. I especially loved the Little Red Riding Hood layout and the piece on Georgia O'Keeffe. Vanity Fair is featuring our own beloved fashionista Jackie O with a cover and a beautiful fashion layout with Shakira as model (/actress/singer).

Make-up is running the gamut for fall from fresh and lovely to rich and vampy with special attention to skin and lips. Red is the color of choice when daring to be bold. Let's not leave out the dark violets or the sandy coppers. As always, wear what you feel beautiful in and try stretching it a bit with a darker liner or softer mouth.

Shades of violet and hues of royalty seem to be the trend for spring but with a South of France beach twist. Oh, I can't even think about spring collections yet. I have barely broken out my fabulous fall products. Like the scrumptious eye gloss palette from Chanel, and the delicious Scarlet Passion fall collection of color from Laura Mercier. Especially the cheek color duo in Whisper. Divine! And there is more fabulousness to come for the holidays. I'm holding my horses for spring and enjoying the colors and textures of the moment.

Make-up Mania

Hello all you crazy freelancers out there. I was working on a silly film in Denver recently and needed a few special fx supplies. Specifically, a product called Skin Illustrator. While I was researching where to find this product I came across this little gem of a store called Make-up Mania. Not only did they have what I needed which was so awesome because I didn't have time to get it shipped, they had a ton more. In addition to my Skin Illustrator, I was able to pick up a gallon of fake blood, temporary tattoo set, empty 2oz spray bottles, an additional set bag, sponges, puffs, Graftoban concealer palette, Ben Nye setting powder, and about a zillion other things. And... they are less expensive than any other pro store in LA or NY! Can you tell I'm excited?!

Not only do they have all of what I need for my professional kit, they also carry beauty make-up and supplies. Lips, eyes, hair, you name it and they probably have it. Including these great little magical fairies; fairy dust included.

If you don't live in Colorado or you don't get to Denver often, it's ok because they have a great on-line store. I do recommend, if you are in the hood, stop by their location on Lowell Blvd. and do a little shopping.

4407 Lowell Blvd.

Denver CO 80211

303-433-3400

800-771-7182