Naomi Campbell on Career, Children, and That Ring of Fire

“You know what? I’m blessed: I’ve been working with people who I’ve been working with since I was 16. Why would they want me still?” exhaled Naomi Campbell at SiriusXM’s midtown center yesterday afternoon. She was talking with her longtime friend and mentor Diane von Furstenberg, who was quick to reply, “One of the reasons they want you is precisely that you are the woman that you were.” There’s no denying that at the age of 43, after twenty-seven years in the business, Campbell is (and always has been) exactly what she represents herself to be—no apologies, no facades. Her reality-TV project, The Face, returns to Oxygen tonight (the reason for the radio time), and in the midst of all the press and ongoing paparazzi chaos, she continues to serve as an advocate through her work with Diversity Coalition, Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund, and others. Of course, Campbell still hits select runways and pages—experiences she draws upon as she coaches the young models of The Face. Of her most recent FW14 appearance at Philipp Plein’s flame-engulfed, cowboy-themed show, Campbell told, “I saw backstage how the safety people were there, so I understood they had it all worked out—but to feel that heat…I’ve done a few [risky things for fashion], like being on a crane. [But this time], I was more worried about the audience: Are they going to get up and run?”

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The conversation with Von Furstenberg touched on everything from Campbell’s early ambitions (“I wanted to be a dancer and travel the world. I wanted it to be spontaneous—I was 6.”) to the state of diversity in the industry (“Are we making progress? We’re definitely making progress on the ad campaigns. On the shows, especially in England, it could be a lot better. We do not want it to be a trend. We want it to be consistent.”). She discussed what’s left to be done: more advocacy, Saturday Night Live, and a child (“With or without a man! I’m gonna damn well try,” exclaimed Campbell.). And she related what keeps her going: “I do pray. And I am nervous, because I don’t ever want to feel like, I am the best. I can do it with my eyes closed,” she said. “I think my nervousness and my fear are what keep pushing me to strive to be better as a person in what I do—that’s why I still enjoy what I do.”

After the show, Campbell revealed a few Fall ’14 thoughts to Style. “I loved the new Alaïa presentation. Miu Miu was great,” she said. “And I loved Dolce & Gabbana—the fantasy of Little Red Riding Hood. I loved it! I think everybody’s going back to doing their fantasies. I love fantasies. It’s nice to dream.”

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Michael Kors Holiday 2013 Campaign

The Michael Kors holiday 2013 campaign shot in New York by talented photographer Mario Testino is based on the idea that the holiday season is the best season of all. With that in mind, the renowned designer created a series of looks that would be modern yet festive: "When I was designing holiday, I kept thinking about how can you have it all. I love the idea of this rock-and-roll, denim and diamonds Christmas. It’s cozy but glamorous—the perfect combination for the holidays."

For the new Michael Kors holiday 2013 ads, the luxury brand enlisted the help of models Corey Baptiste, Ji Hye Park, Julia Frauche, Karmen Pedaru, Lais Ribeiro, Simon Nessman and Victor Nylander, to create the perfect holiday party atmosphere and unveil the potential of the gorgeous pieces. A single glance at the new set of ads is enough to prove that the pieces are versatile indeed, something that can't usually be said about most holiday offerings.

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Among the cool pieces from the new Michael Kors campaign for holiday 2013 are tank tops, gorgeous metallic pants and jeans, fluffy jackets, animal printed dresses and jumpsuits and sparkly tops. The pieces are combined simply yet cleverly to create an effortlessly cool allure every single time. Though the looks seem fairly simple, the accessories add a special, luxurious touch. Practical handbags, eye-catching bracelets, classy rings, modern classy watches and many more make these cool looks inspirational and memorable.

Taking a few style cues from the new campaign is definitely helpful if you're looking for modern outfit ideas to make a statement without sacrificing completely functionality. Modern, cozy, glamorous and sexy is usually a rare style combination but is one that instantly impresses when all done right, so the new ads definitely fit the criteria.

Vogue's Designer Halloween Masks Costume Up New York's High Society

When Vogue deigns to participate in the Halloween rituals, everybody else just looks bad. Suddenly our hilariously ironic costumes and extravagant manicures seem immature, cheap, and overdone, and we realize that real grownups celebrate Halloween as though they were selecting a fine wine: They want something subtle, nuanced, and insanely expensive.

Instead of doing anything as predictable as “dressing up” in “costumes,” Vogue asked designers to compose Halloween masks — the world’s most alluring prop for disguising one’s identity — and then asked their favorite New Yorkers to model the results. Words cannot describe the beauty. Toni Garn in a golden Philip Treacy mask. Tabitha Simmons in Dolce & Gabbana. We’re pouring gasoline on our “Sexy Kale Salad” costumes and lighting them on fire.

Just look at Grace Coddington and her blazing red witch hair beneath that Steven Jones “Fashion Pussycat” mask (above) — who needs a broomstick when you’re embodying the Platonic ideal of black magic? Vogue debuted a few more shots on their Instagram, causing us to weep tears of awe and envy:

Here’s model Jessica Hart in a Langley Fox mask. There’s something about the sparkle and the sexy cat-eye shape that tricks you into thinking this mask is pretty, almost childish — until you notice the skulls and crossbones adorning the rest.

These fraternal, genderless twins look straight out of a futuristic horror film; you know, the type of world where humans are so perfect, they’re terrifying. Lanvin designed, Kelly Connor and Chelsea Zalopany of Vogue modeled; the pale, oversized shapes conjure up images of human balloons, as though the girls might float off at any minute, horribly attached to those glamorous fake heads.

Gym wear for 3013? Model Hilary Rhoda wears a mask designed by Nike, which was inspired by the Air Jordan 13 basketball, which was in turn inspired by Jordan’s nickname, “Black Cat.” If she and Grace Coddington wore these masks to the same party, the world would explode.

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Connie Britton Talks Low-Key Beauty—and That Time She Got a Perm

Big curls, shimmery eyes, sequined everything: It doesn't get any more high-maintenance than Rayna James, the country music star Connie Britton plays on Nashville. It's not surprising that when the cameras are off, the actress is decidedly less flashy. "I'm low maintenance," says Britton, a new spokeswoman for Pond's. She gave us a glimpse of her "quick and easy" beauty routine and her must-have products—and told us about her biggest beauty mistake.

How is your approach to beauty different than Rayna James's?

"Rayna's way more high maintenance. When I'm doing my own personal care, I like to keep it simple. As an actress, I spend so much time in the hair and makeup chair, and Rayna does that, too. Particularly in Nashville, there's a very specific look. People are very done. It's all so time-consuming. If I don't have to spend hours dealing with makeup, I'm happy."

What's your skin-care routine?

"People have told me to use certain creams and serums, and that's not my style. I'm quick and easy. I've made it a lifelong study: How can I pare this down to the briefest but most effective routine? I like to keep the ingredients simple and try to use something that will really work for everything. Of course, SPF is so important, and that's an absolute no matter what. I remember when the first products started coming out that had SPF in them and they'd give some coverage, too, and I was like, What an idea! Now, we've really mastered that."

What's the one product you reach for before you run out the door?

"If there's one thing, it's usually something that will even out my skin tone, like Pond's Luminous Finish BB+. Or I'll throw on bronzer and mascara and think, OK, I can do this. I'm OK to go out in the world."

What's the best trick you've picked up from a makeup artist on set?

"Moisture, moisture, moisture. My makeup artist on Nashville is all about that. She is constantly wanting to moisturize my skin, and it's also about drinking water all day. The more moisture we have in our skin, the brighter it will look, and wrinkles won't show as much."

Any beauty regrets?

"I recently ran into a picture of myself in high school and I had a perm. That was hilarious. Especially considering how much hair I have. It was so unnecessary! I will never do it again."

So how did you decide to partner with Pond's?

"I was really impressed with Pond's as a whole. I love how historic the brand is, and it has a lot of authenticity and integrity. I was blown away by their Luminous Finish BB+ cream, and was like, 'Let's do it!' I love to wittle down the number of products I use as much as possible, particularly now that I'm a mom. I like having something thing I can use right after the shower that gives a flawless finish and has SPF. I can put it on and get out the door."

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