| Life and Style |
What Do You Think is Sexy? |
| Really think about it for a minute. I don’t mean what the
media, your brother, or your boyfriend think is sexy, but what you
think is sexy? Now if you are reading this issue of DolceDolce
at work, stop. Print it out or save it for later because this is too
important and a little too steamy think about at work. |
Many women never think about what they find sexy. Do you? They try
to look sexy. Some try not to look sexy. They have opinions about
what is sexy; they love the Pussycat Dolls
or hate them. I am not sure the Pussycat Dolls
are really sexy; I do find them kind of cute. Some people find lace
sexy, others go for denim.
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Photograph by: Khalil
The Making of Le Rouge
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| I know it’s a cliché, but I find Paris sexy. Do you?
But then, I also find Rome, London, Moscow and Montreal hot. Need
I tell you, Sicily is sexy as hell. Actually it’s not an original
observation, but all of Italy is sort of steamy. It’s not a
Latin lover thing, at least not for me, although they have lots of
fans. It’s the place: the food, the architecture, the art –
it‘s all very delicious. Do you have geographical hot zone? |
I hate to admit it but, I also find food and wine not just appealing,
but sexy - very. There is not other word for it sometimes. I know
it doesn’t affect everyone this way, but it can be very sensual.
Not convinced? Rent the film Tom Jones before
you make up your mind.
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Photograph by: Khalil
The Making of Le Rouge
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I have always found French films from the 60’s hot. Recently
Chanel commissioned Le Rouge, a homage to one of the sexist and most
beautiful films of the period, Les Mepris by director Jean-Luc Godard
and starring a ravishing Brigitte Bardot. The 1963 film is a cult
classic, like another Bardot film of the period, And God Created Woman.
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| Le Rouge is an advertising film by Bettina Reims starring Julie
Ordan. Together they recreate a stunningly sensual and iconic scene
in the original film. With pouting red lips Julie seductively questions
her husband: “Do you love my lips?” It’s captivating,
sexy, and beautiful. |
| Ordon evokes the same irresistible innocence and tempting beauty
that Bardot used to seduce the world almost 50 years ago. It’s
subtle, timeless, and delicious. I was only disappointed that this
fabulous little piece of art was deemed too sexy for Canadian TV and
that it was not a full-length remake of the film. I am shocked that
the commercial was deemed too sexy. I have seen things on television
so gross, hideous, and offensive, that I can’t believe the sight
of a tastefully-shown woman’s body is so offensive. Nor can
I believe a playful conversation with her husband - even nude - is
so harmful. Alas, taste and judgment, like sexiness, are very individual.
I don’t know if it will air in the US, but I doubt it. You can
see it on Youtube. Enter Rouge Allure. |
| Certain French films of that era are sexy because of their restraint.
Brigitte Bardot and then Katharine Denevue with their tumbling hair
and doe-eyes are provocative, but the films themselves had an appealing
tension missing in today’s grittier fair. |
| Lot of things are sexy. I think the important thing is to think
about what does it for you. Try not to forget about finding really
sexy things in your day-to-day life. Don’t settle for a cheap
cliché or say “not for me”, unless that is your
considered choice. Life is too short to skimp on romance, sexy, or
anything that gives it zip. |
| So darlings, be it a sojourn in Sicily, a good bottle of Pouilly
Fuisse, or just the right shade of red Rouge Allure
(it really is the sexist lipstick to wear with stilettos or Keds)
– figure it and do it. |
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Dr. Bank – The Skin Doctor
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How to Have the Best Skin at Any Age
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| Dr. David E. Bank, founder and director of The Center for Derm and
author of Beautiful Skin: Every Woman’s Guide to Looking Her
Best at Any Age, answers questions designed to help DolceDolce readers
get the best skin at any age. He’s an expert witness for the
U.S. Federal Trade Commission, member of the American Academy of Dermatology,
American Medical Association, American Society of Liposuction Surgery,
and American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, and he’s on the Board
of Directors of the New York State Dermatology Society |
| DD: What are the three most effective things, besides
wearing sunscreen, that you can do to make your skin look younger
and fresher? |
| Dr. Bank: |
| · Exfoliating. This can be done any number of ways, whether
it’s with an exfoliating cleanser, masks, at home peel or microdermabrassion
treatments. Or, you can use topical creams for topical creams on going
exfoliation). |
| · Moisturize. |
| · Use products with antioxidants so that in addition to sun
protection in sunscreen, you have active ingredients that block the
atoms that cause damage from sun. The more you do to prevent damage
now, the less you will have to do to correct later. |
| · Quit smoking, get eight hours of sleep, eat healthfully,
and learn to manage stress. |
| DD: Is there any really effective way to combat
dark circles, the kind you get even when you have had enough sleep? |
| Dr. Bank: Yes. You may be able to combat them with creams at home:
Bleaching creams, old-fashioned Retin A,
or retinol, all can be therapeutic against dark circles. We use a
V-Beam laser in the office to get rid of
dilated broken blood vessels. Fillers, such as Restylane,
can be used under the eyes to get rid of shadowing and hollowing which
can happen during aging. The fillers thicken skin and that combats
darkness. Products with caffeine can also help on a short term basis
by helping the blood flow. It’s a quick fix. |
| DD: Can you explain what exactly IPL is and does
it really make your skin look better? |
| DD: What are the worst things you can do to your
skin at ages: 20, 30, 40, and 50? |
| Dr. Bank: Not to wear sunscreen, going to tanning
beds they are more damaging than natural sun, smoking, or doing anything
to excess such as excessive exfoliation. |
| DD: What are some of the best things you can do
for your skin at 20, 30, 40, and 50? |
| Dr. Bank: |
| · 20’s - Gentle cleansing, moisturizer, sunscreen |
| · 30’s - All of the above, but add in some product
with active ingredients that help reverse sun damage and that helps
to stimulate collagen growth, such as: Retin A, glycolic products
or microdermabrassion. |
| · 40’s - If you were using over the counter products
in your 30s you may want to go to your dermatologist to upgrade to
prescription products. |
| · 50’s – Women are entering menopause. The skin
is drying out so you may have to modify your daily routine. Use a
mild cleanser and heavier moisturizers. Enhance with dermatologist
treatments such as chemical peels, laser off any brown spots, or try
Botox and Restylane. |
| These simple tips can preserve your skin. Watch this column for
more interviews with top international experts. Also don’t miss
our DolceDolce roundup of the latest in-office treatments
that can take years off your face. New products and techniques, expert
interviews - coming soon! |
| In the meantime we couldn’t agree with Dr. Bank more: start
early and preserve your skin. We love the idea of a good at-home regime.
Too many otherwise savvy women give short shift to masques and peels.
They can make your skin look and feel divine. Here are few products
we think are worth a try. |
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| This eye cream has green tea and caffeine to depuff and help dark
circles. |
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Regular at home exfoliation leaves you with fresh skin but don’t
over do.
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The Vital C Mask made with L
Ascorbic Acid and antioxidants is a super exfoliator
and brightener. The Antioxidant Moisture Mask
is an intensive treatment mask formulated with to restore hydration
and clarity. BioCure Eye Cream from the
Institut DERMed has Vitamin K and L-Retinol to dramatically diminish
dark circles while smoothing fine line wrinkles
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| Zip Up Your At-Home Regime. |
| Call1-866-I-DERMED to find out where to buy it. |
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| Fashion |
| We still love Edie Sedgwick-chic as channeled by Sienna Miller in
the film Factory Girl. The original Andy Warhol and Edie, as well
as the very popular indie film, have given rise some this season’s
most fun fashion trends. |
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Catch a Trend and Transcend! |
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Check out these cute bangles by Citrine by the Stones that we are
sure will transcend the trend. We love the finish; they’re textured
as well as metallic. These colourful bangles are timeless with 14kt.
gold plating and a classic appeal.
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| Beauty and Health |
Rosy Red Health – Pomega5 |
What is one of the newest feel-good-live-well trends out of Hollywood?
For the last few years pomegranate’s tangy, tasty goodness has
made its way onto everything from breakfast menus to martini bars.
The super antioxidant has gained popularity for its health benefits
and good taste.
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Now there is Pomega5, the next generation of pomegranate goodness.
They ew are a selection of premium skin care products and supplements
made with organic, cold-pressed pomegranate oil. Rich in punicic acid,
it is an essential fatty acid, a natural phytoestrogen and a powerful
antioxidant. To find out more about these exclusive products, go to
www.pomega5.com.
It’s hard to choose, but my favourite Pomega5 product is their
intoxicating soap, scented with natural lemon grass and lavandula.
It’s transporting!
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Try Trind www.trind.ca
or www.trind.com
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| Beauty |
Fab Fingers |
| DolceDolce is all about pampering, but is a weekly
mani-pedi really that much fun? Sometimes it’s just another
chore. If you have natural nails and want them to look fab all the
time, why not learn to do it at home? Try Trind,
the nourishing nail secret from Europe. It‘s colour and treatment
in one. Clean your nails, shape, brush-on Trind cuticle balsam, and
then a pretty pastel colour. You will have pretty, healthy nails in
minutes and avoid the tacky chipped polish look, too. How smart is
that? How pretty is that? |
| Food |
Make a Marvelous Margarita |
| And as your perfect ten dry or you scan a foreign flick here is
the recipe for a perfect Margarita. It was requested by one of our
DolceDolce team. She told me she took it to California and it made
a splash there. I’m flattered; the left coast is hard to please
when it comes to beachy cocktails. This version isn’t authentic,
but it’s easy to make. Using a microplane to zest the limes
isn’t essential, but it makes it snap. |
| For one (multiply exactly to make a batch) |
| 1 lime with the zest removed and placed in a shaker. (Wash the lime.) |
| Juice the lime and add it to the shaker. |
| 1 ½ oz. tequila - I like a gold tequila, but use what you
prefer. |
| ½ oz. Cointreau. You can use Triple Sec, but I prefer Cointreau.
I also like Blue Curaçao for a Blue Margarita, which is sexy
and fun – and a little more tropical tasting. |
| Add 1 ½ tbsp frozen Minute Maid Limeaid
to a shaker. Add ice and let stand five minutes. Shake and serve into
salt-rimmed glasses. Use kosher salt. |
| You can blend this if you wish; I do not. If I feel diabolical,
I use 2 oz. of tequila, but usually I’d rather have two drinks
than a single strong drink. |
| So darlings I hope you are thinking about what turns you on. After
all, it is spring and a young girl’s fancy turn to … let’s
just keep it a delicious secret what a woman’s fancy turns to
shall we? It’s all part of my campaign to remind you that life
should always be a little bit sweeter. |
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| Until next week, have a decadent bubble bath, rent a frisky foreign
film, and make sure you have always have a fabulous tube of lipstick
at the ready. It’s perfect with everything - or with nothing
at all. |
| Gracey Hitchcock |
| Editor |
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