Monthly Archives: June 2009
Aging Authentically and the Patina of Wisdom
June 30, 2009 – 9:39 AM
Maturity is a badge of honor to be respected with good taste. There simply comes a time when all the extra bling and fabulousness of fashion, hair and makeup is best toned d own. When you were a younger...
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Makeover Mondays: A Television Retrospective
June 29, 2009 – 8:31 AM
I remember the first time I saw Jose' Eben doing makeovers on television. I knew that's what I was going to do. I remember watching Ed Sullivan and Lawrence Welk and knew I was going to to stand infront of...
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Retro Hair Commercials: How I Became A Believer
June 26, 2009 – 11:43 AM
I admit it. I was influenced by television commercials. Who wasn't, really? And we all had the same commercials to influence us in the 60's and 70's. What has been consistent throughout my life has been the possibility that a...
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What is an Invisible Woman?
June 26, 2009 – 9:45 AM
No one sets out to become invisible, but for many modern women, the conflicting demands of running a family and a career, somehow pull us down this path. Combine that with our busy lives, the physical demands of child-bearing &...
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Farrah Fawcett...was it her hair?
June 25, 2009 – 12:10 PM
I was never truly a Farrah fan. I was a Kate and Jacqueline guy. I didn't really think she was THAT pretty for all the fuss. I do vividly remember her of course. I remember the commercials. I DEEPLY remember...
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Question for Christopher: What do I do about a wider waist?
June 25, 2009 – 9:25 AM
Question: I don't really understand the body types - my measurements are 38" 33" 38" but my waist is very high (short torso, long legs). I can't dress for an hourglass, I'm not really a rectangle......can you advise me...
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Power of Pretty: Vera Ellen
June 24, 2009 – 12:26 PM
Loveliness epitomized is Vera Ellen while dancing. What grace and power. Here you can watch all that in a pink chiffon as-girlie-as-can-be dress that reveals but forearms and ankles. What man wouldn't race to open her door or pull out...
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Looking Great: The Five Fundamentals Everyone Should Know
June 23, 2009 – 9:20 AM
In almost any haircut, makeup application or wardrobe I do, it is the creation of balance that is ultimately appealing. We are attracted to balance. We feel good when things are in balance. If you want to look good you...
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Makeover Mondays: Oh Mighty Isis
June 22, 2009 – 11:39 AM
I wanted to be Isis. It's very apparent my connection to the makeover and to the power of female in image. I mean, she was pretty hot even with a center part and big ol '70's eye wear, but the...
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What's Hot Now? The Truth about Trend
June 19, 2009 – 8:51 AM
New sells. Hot, new, "the latest" makes almost anything more enticing. Consequently, we may get sucked into the frenzy of being "with it" or having the latest look, when it might just not be right for us. When offering image...
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Power of Pretty: Rhonda Fleming, Ann Sheridan, Lori Nelson
June 17, 2009 – 11:55 AM
I wouldn't want to mess with Rhonda Fleming. Something about her says, I'm speaking with a melodious voice, but don't fuck with me or I'll hurt you. Ah the power of pretty. The arch of the brow, the "Italian Boy"...
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Authentic Expression -- Looking Right For YOU
June 16, 2009 – 8:00 AM
There is something magical that happens when you look right. When you say, "That's so me!" You stand taller, your best self seems to come out naturally. You laugh easier and are le ss self-conscious. The problem is, as we...
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Makeover Mondays: Hippie Couple Reborn
June 15, 2009 – 12:13 PM
I love this makeover. It was one of those magical makeovers where not only were both a husband and a wife willing to take charge and make a change, but they continue to live an improved life as a testament...
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Readers Write: Letter Of The Week
June 15, 2009 – 10:22 AM
Christopher or his staff: Thank you for writing Comeback. What a great book. The best of its genre. I'll be looking for your new book too. For me, the best thing you bring to us in Comeback is your Image Profiles....
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Power of Pretty: Kristin Chenoweth
June 12, 2009 – 2:28 PM
I was immediately taken, and who wouldn't be, when first introduced to the talent and charisma of Kristin Chenoweth. Vulnerability, bravado, an incredible range and a sense of timing that is sheer entertainment. Inimitable and original, two words that rarely...
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The Power of Pretty: Cyd Charisse
June 11, 2009 – 8:41 AM
Legs. I'm a leg kind of guy. I love legs. Probably why I love hosiery. It's like dressing the legs . As if they're veiled as a gift. To be shared a little later. Leg positioning...how the slightest turn of...
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The Power of Pretty: Raquel Welch and Cher
June 10, 2009 – 11:18 AM
I'd like to start this series of blogs featuring powerful women called "The Power of Pretty" with this clip of Raquel Welch and Cher singing...what else? "I'm A Woman." I love this clip.Female power and sex appeal ... with the...
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Susan Sarandon Wouldn't Walk Across Country without HER Magic Lady...would you?
June 10, 2009 – 10:32 AM
If you know me, you know I have a shapewear obsession. I can spot VPL (visible panty lines) a mile away and see cellulite and saddlebags and fabric wedged between bouncing biscuits before making eye contact. Before there was "Spanx"...
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Motivation to Improve: Remember the 4 A's
June 9, 2009 – 3:16 PM
It's easy to be temporarily motivated to improve. But most of us know how long we last on any self improvement track. I've had countless restarts in my many years of "getting it together." But with persistence and an eye...
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80's Big Hair Makeover
June 8, 2009 – 12:34 PM
Here's some archival footage of a "Big Hair" makeover we did in about 1992. I was sent out to Rupert's night club in Minneapolis. I found a few unsuspecting women to give up their big hair, but looking back, it...
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Curly Hair Conundrum
June 5, 2009 – 8:11 AM
I have read your book for comers back! I am very interested in how I can use my naturally curly/wavy hair to my advantage. I currently have grown my hair to one inch below my shoulders. There is a bit...
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Letter of the Day
June 3, 2009 – 1:03 PM
Hello Christopher!, My name is Carole Lefebvre and I had the "Oprah Makeover" at your salon!! LOVE IT! I've heard you on FM 107.1, with Lori & Julia, many times - love all your tips & secrets! I bought your book about...
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