From launching eponymous brands and partnering with department stores to designer collaborations and publishing deals, social media stars brought in billions this year.
Plus, how Pierpaolo Piccioli put his own sartorial spin on Valentino.
For if ultra-sparkly cheekbones aren't your thing.
I've tried plenty of others, but it remains my steadfast favorite.
And we got in on the magic.
Because it's National Lipstick Day, so why not?
And Gigi Hadid's apartment is for sale.
They may not make you look like Cara Delevingne, but they'll at least make you look normal.
All of the knowledge retailers have so painstakingly acquired about selling goods online in North America and Europe is almost entirely useless when it comes to selling online in China, says Benefit Cosmetics' Valerie Hoecke.
Stop the presses! Lady Gaga stepped out in New York looking like an ACTUAL LADY. More of this, please, Gaga. {NYLON Blogs} Is it safe to call Cara Delevingne a Karl Lagerfeld muse at this point? The designer photographed the model for Numéro's September issue. {The Front Row View} As for another prominent designer-cum-photographer, Hedi Slimane lensed Sky Ferreira in these press images, featuring "ethereal and sultry" makeup by Amy Chance. Those words don't always belong together, but in this case, it's accurate. {Bernstein & Andriulli} Gah! On Kanye West's Kris episode, he'll apparently give us a look at baby North. Audience members say that North looks like Kanye, but with Kim's huge almond-shaped eyes. Smart move, Kris, making us actually want to tune in to your show (but just this once). {Daily Mail}
Sixteen years after her tragic death, Prince George's grandmother, Princess Diana, is still making headlines. Here she is covering Vanity Fair's September issue. {Vanity Fair} Heidi Klum actually gets to say more in her native tongue than auf wiedersehen! in her new ad for a German mascara. {HuffPo} Penelope Cruz is making her directorial debut in a short film for L'Agent, the Agent Provocateur line she designed with her sister Mónica, starring both her super-pregnant sister and husband. {WWD} Victoria Beckham says she has a new Victoria, Victoria Beckham girl. Is she anything like the Victoria Beckham girl? Has Victoria Beckham become the Victoria, Victoria Beckham girl? Is anyone confused? {Grazia}
A seemingly age-defying Winona Ryder (Wino forever?) graces the latest cover of Interview. {NY Daily News} Giancarlo Giammetti, star of Valentino: The Last Emperor and longtime business partner of the brand, is penning a juicy autobiography including more than 50,000 photos snapped over the last 50 years. {WWD, Subscription required.} Suzy Menkes doesn't sound too thrilled about The Met's highly anticipated Punk: Chaos to Couture exhibit. {NY Times} What inspired the birth of Chanel No.5? Comprising 240 curated elements, the "No.5 Culture Chanel" exhibit launched in Paris yesterday to offer a deeper understanding about the fragrance's origins. {WWD, Subscription required.}
As much as she doesn't want us to say this... Ireland Baldwin looks an awful lot like her mom in her new Vanity Fair shoot. {E! Online} Estée Lauder is releasing its first new scent in a decade. Called "Modern Muse," the print campaign features none other than Ms. Muse herself--Arizona, that is. {WWD, Subscription required.} The side-ass Antonio Berardi dress Gwyneth Paltrow wore to an Iron Man 3 premiere is giving the designer a hefty--and much welcomed--boost in business. {Telegraph} Speaking of sheer outfits... if you never thought you'd want to see what Ellen DeGeneres looks like wearing Cher's infamous "If I Could Turn Back Time" bodysuit, trust us: You do. {US Weekly}
Following in the steps of Prada, Fendi is reissuing its famed "baguette" it-bag in six of its most popular iterations. Expect them in stores next month. {WWD subscription required} Mischa Barton is opening a store in Dubai for her new clothing line, so you can't say she hasn't been doing anything since The OC. {Racked} Folks, there is a real life Kate Moss coloring book, available for $15 at Shopbop. {Refinery 29} For the 25th anniversary of Childline, Harvey Nichols will display a series of phone booths redesigned by some of Britain's top designers. Giles Deacon, Philip Treacy, and photographer Willie Christie (Grace Coddington's ex) are amongst the participants. Christie plans to use Grace's pout in his design. The booths are set to go on display May 24th. {Vogue UK}
Beauty brand BeneFit has long made its name creating cult classic, one-off products that are focused on problem-solving, are easy to use, and are perf
Sometimes, it's the little things that make you happy. This week, BeneFit Cosmetics releases PosieTint, a spin off of their famous BeneTint liquid tha