Lauren Battistini
Lauren, owner of Color My Closet, is featured as a color expert on TV and in print, and collaborates with clients such as Macy's on style events. Lauren is one of under 40 color analysts worldwide to hold the prestigious Sci/ART color certification.
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Color Analysis Q & AProfessional color analysis is both an art and a science, and it is the most important beauty tool you have at your disposal. Here we answer your most probing questions about the process and how color can benefit you. -
How to Select the Perfect Makeup FoundationWith thousands of foundation shades available in stores, it can be overwhelming to find the right one. Follow these 5 professional tips for getting the shade, texture and level of coverage you desire in your foundation.
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The Best Sandal of 2010: Payless's Mork Mirrored SlingEvery now and then, I discover a shoe that is so versatile I can wear it with almost any outfit in my closet. My most recent such discovery is a sandal that comes in 3 versatile shades at a price point you can't resist! -
What Inspires a Fashion Stylist to Create New Looks?What inspires a fashion stylist to create new and fun looks? Check out one professional's source for inspiration and learn some wardrobe tips along the way.
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Anti-Frizz Tips from a Girl with Curly HairEven the anti-frizz serums and gels on the market today won't keep the frizz away if you don't first follow these tips. These simple techniques will keep frizz at bay and have you enjoying silky curls that hold just right.
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Communicate Right with Your Hair Stylist to Get the Best ResultsA woman's relationship with her hair stylist is a very important one. It's about trust and open communication. Here are some guidelines on how to talk to your hair stylist to get the look that you really want.
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Au Naturale Makeup: Look as Though You Have No Makeup on at AllThere are days when you just don't feel like putting on a full face of makeup, yet you don't want to go out with a completely bare face, either. Try these tips to create a natural, made under look.
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What Not to Wear to Your High School ReunionYour high school reunion is just around the corner, and you want to look your best, right? Make an entrance in a good way by avoiding these common wardrobe pitfalls.
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Wearing Blush: The Right Color and ApplicationThe right blush looks like it blends into the skin and the wrong color looks painted on. Choose a blush according to your skin undertone and apply it with these simple tips. -
Fashionable Workout GearWhen you look good, you feel even better. When you wear cute workout gear, it should motivate you to get to gym more often, too. Check out these workout pieces that will have you looking chic while you get fit!
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True Confessions of a Wardrobe StylistJust because we are the style experts does not mean that we are without fashion dilemmas and personal wardrobe issues!
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Hiring a Wardrobe ConsultantCheck out these tips for making your time with a professional wardrobe stylist worthwhile and more productive.
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The Worst Excuse for Divorce: We Just Grew ApartOver half of U.S. marriages end in divorce, and all too often the root of the problem cited by couples is that they simple grow apart. Here we discuss how couples grow apart in the first place, and what can be done to avoid this unfortunate scenario.
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Relationships and the Lost Art of Letter WritingWhile technology has served us in many ways, it has also caused us to skimp on handwritten contact. Letter writing is one of the most important ways to nurture relationships, even in our time-crunched world.
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The 20-Piece WardrobeAll you need to create dozens upon dozens of outfit combinations are 20 core pieces. These pieces work for women of all ages and sizes. -
Creating Signature Style is All About Combining These Five Key ElementsStyle cannot be bought with every passing trend, and it is up to each woman to create a unique brand of style that is timeless and representative of who she is. By combining 5 key elements, any woman can create her own formula for signature style.
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Spring 2010's Bright ColorsThe bold and vivacious color palette for spring 2010 is surprisingly versatile and offers some unexpected color combinations.
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When to Get Your Colors DoneThere is no doubt that a professional color analysis can do wonders for both your look and self-esteem. The question is: When should I bite the proverbial bullet and make this once-in-a-lifetime investment? -
Wearing the Right Metallics for Your UndertoneDid you know that choosing your metallic tones is just as important as your clothing colors? The right metallic illuminates the skin where the wrong one can magnify fine lines, wrinkles and other skin imperfections.
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Age Appropriate Beauty for Women Over 40It is said that 50 is the new 40. The over-40 woman, now more than ever before, has established her own brand of beauty. Follow these 10 tips to looking your best, in an age appropriate way, in your 40s and beyond. -
When the Color Black is Not Your Best FriendContrary to popular belief, the color black is not universally slenderizing. Black can sometimes overpower, wash out, or age a woman and make her appear up to 15 pounds heavier than she actually is. The good news is that she will have a black equivalent.
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10 Reasons to Wear Turquoise TodayTurquoise is 2010s color of the year and is one that all skin tones can wear with ease. Read how you, too, can wear this vibrant hue with maximum results.
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The Low Cost, Surgery Free Eye LiftFor those women whose eyelids have migrated slightly south, or whose crow's feet are running rampant, take comfort in the fact that there are non-surgical, low cost ways to visually lift the whole eye area. -
Top 10 Ways to Guarantee a Precise Color AnalysisGuaranteeing that color analysis is done properly is determined by the tools and surroundings used, as well as the analyst's skillful eye. Follow these tips before choosing your method of color analysis.