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 1. Cleanse Properly
The first step to beautiful skin is thorough, effective cleansing. At my Clinic we promote the double cleanse.  First, use a makeup wipe to remove impurities on the surface – use both the front and back of the wipe.  Then apply a cleanser (suited for your skin type) to penetrate deeper and fully cleanse skin.  You can also use the cleanser twice if you prefer.

2. Exfoliate!
Exfoliation should be a part of every skin care regimen (2-3 times a week).  Dry skin is dead skin. Look for exfoliating formulas with Fruit Enzymes, like Pumpkin, Pineapple or Papaya Enzymes, like my ExfoliKate. They gently dissolve dead skin. Stay away from products containing sharp nuts or seeds, because they can actually damage skin. Always exfoliate with steam (I recommend in the shower).  Steaming not only warms the skin, it also adds moisture and hydration to soften skin.

3. Hydrate & Moisturize Skin
Hydrate topically with products like serums containing Hyaluronic Acid, which holds 1000x its weight in water. Then seal in the hydration with a moisturizer to prevent water loss.

4. Protect Daily with SPF
SPF protection is the most important element for healthy skin. Sun degrades our collagen and elastin and affects our body’s ability to create healthy new cells. Many of my clients ask me to take away or reverse something they don’t like about their skin and usually what they don’t like could have been avoided by staying out of the sun. You should never leave the house without applying sunscreen with at least an SPF of 30.

5. Get Regular Facials
The frequency of facials is dependent upon skin type; but I generally recommend my clients come in every 4-8 weeks for maintenance.

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Kate Somerville is available at Lane Crawford, IFC, Hong Kong and Bergdorf Goodman, NYC

Q: On the heels of the Academy Awards, how do you recommend people prepare for the red carpet?

Eat clean, workout and drink A LOT of water! Also, make sure you book your hair and make-up team as soon as possible! It’s all about your complete look when on the red carpet.

Q: When it comes to picking the look, what are your golden rules?

It’s important for people to pay attention to trends but dress for their body type.

Q: What’s your signature style for hair and make up?

Hair and Make-up vary with each outfit. I typically like really sleek hairstyles to keep the look chic and sophisticated.

Q: How should one accessorize?

Again, it varies from look to look but my general rule is to break up your statement pieces. If you are wearing statement earrings you don’t want to wear a statement necklace as well.

Q:  What should one always carry in one’s bag?

I always carry my phone (of course), lip-gloss, top stick, a powder puff and a breath mint.

Q: Are there special contingency plans for any last minute outfit malfunctions?

Always have a back-up outfit!

Q: What are your special tricks of the trade?

I always have my clients shoes stretched so that they are comfortable on their big night, and if there are alterations that need to be done to your dress, always try it on a second time! That way they can correct any issues such as a hem that is too short or long.

From left to right: Julie Benz in KOTUR’s Espey Snakeskin, Audrina Patridge, Claire Grant in Morley clutch, Ashley Madekwe, Caroline D’Amore in Breen Clutch

Emma Roberts stole the show at the 2014 Golden Globes wearing a Lanvin dress and our Margo Minaudière.

Hayden Panettiere rocks the red carpet at the 2013 Golden Globes, offsetting her Roberto Cavalli with our Espey snakeskin clutch.

In 2013, Kerry Washington wears our Espey in Rose Snakeskin to offset her gorgeous Oscar de la Renta gown at the NAACP Awards. The look was featured at the top of Vanity Fair’s Best Dressed List later that year.

Elle Macpherson wins our vote for best dressed as she reveals our Operation Smile minaudière to the world at the 2012 Golden Globes.

At the 2010 Met Costume Institute Gala, Naomi Watts was styled by Anna Wintour, who made sure she was carrying KOTUR.

Scarlett Johansson looks ethereal in Armani Privé and our Candela minaudière at the 2010 premiere of Iron Man 2.

Tina Fey carries KOTUR’s Margo in black satin to the 2010 Academy Awards.

At the 2010 SAG Awards Diane Kruger accessorizes her show stopping Jason Wu with our Creel minaudière.

Amanda Seyfried wows with KOTUR’s Creel, Valentino Couture and Fred Leighton jewels at the 2009 Academy Awards.

Adele + KOTUR’s Candela minaudière + 2 Grammy awards = Perfect Night.

At the 2009 Golden Globes Renee Zellweger looked absolutely breathtaking carrying our D’abo in Ayers Snakeskin.

Emma Watson carries our monochrome feathered Fino at the Empire Awards in February 2008.

By Fiona Kotur

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In town to celebrate the opening of their new and extremely sumptuous Chater House boutique, Bulgari pushed the boat out for a real evening to remember, hosting a black tie dinner in the as yet unopened Maritime Museum on the harbour in Hong Kong. From the guests to the get up, the dinner to the venue, the glamour quotient came only one way –  rocket high. Adrien Brody and Hilary Swank had both come to Hong Kong especially for it and proved to be not only completely charming dinner guests but fitting ambassadors for the brand. Both Academy Award winners, their accomplishments and grace spoke for themselves, and much louder than mere celebrity.

Surrounding today’s stars were famous faces of Hollywood Royalty from years gone by, with an installation of black and white portraits decking the halls of the venue. As Liz Taylor, Marilyn Monroe and the great and the good of the golden age of movies looked down on us throughout the evening, they served as a reminder of the timelessness and legacy of elegance. They were helped by a stunning set. Tables that displayed the Bulgari watch faces round their edges, countless beautiful white blooms, flowing Dom Perignon, a set from the extremely talented soul singer Gena West and invitations that had been sent with accompanying bunches of flowers were just some of the touches that made this a really very special night. The icing on the cake? My girlfriends, out in force and doing their bit for the glamour quotient. Really, who could ask for more.

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Video interviews and discussions with Directors and Costume Designers throughout the exhibition help explain the ideas behind the decisions that led to some of the most striking visual references of the last century. But, in most part, there isn’t much explaining to do. This is about how fashion and clothing does at the very least as much as words to tell a story, create a character, to form an impression and indeed give personality. As Hollywood lines up for Red Carpet season, it’s a timely reminder of how much you can say without uttering a word.

Hollywood Costume will be on at the Victoria and Albert in London until 27th January. Thereafter it will be on tour, visiting the Austalian Centre for the Moving Image in Melbourne next Spring, and the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts next November.

Picture credits: V&A  - http://www.vam.ac.uk/content/exhibitions/exhibition-hollywood-costume/about-the-exhibition/

For a masterclass in colour blocking take your style tips from Ginger Gonganza, who paired our Morley in emerald green snakeskin with her coral frock at the Premiere of Ted

For a classic and totally timeless evening bag, one of our favorite styles, the Espey, is an all round glamour staple. Pair it with a simply evening gown like Mindy Kaling here for some serious va va voom.

Equal parts punchy and pretty, our Margo Lizard Burma lends it’s shine to Cobie Smulder’s look on the Avengers red carpet.

This is exciting for so many reasons. With China as the next big red carpet spot to watch, we’re thrilled to be part of their scene. Plus, these women certainly know how to rock one big red carpet look. Check out actress Yao Chen, here, seen at the premiere of The Hobbit in New Zealand, carrying our Morley in silver embossed croc with her stunning ice blue dress. She also happens the most followed woman in the world – with a cool 27 million followers on Weibo (China’s version of Twitter.) Then Hai Qing chose our Margo in sequinned citron, a new style for Spring that will hit our site in January 15th. And, finally, Cecilia Liu, a lady who is both an actress and a ballerina, wore our JB Renna in multi colour Bonnet, also a brand new style for Spring.

These women are not just megastars, they’re at the forefront of fashion in China. We are thrilled they’re choosing Kotur.