As President of what is quite possibly the chicest fashion retailer of all time, NET-A-PORTER, it is the job of Alison Loehnis to look perenially glossy at all times. Just finishing up at Paris fashion week for spring/ summer 2014, we found out what has kept her beautiful from New York to London, Milan and Paris.
ST: What is your general approach to beauty?
AL: I’m minimalist when it comes to my beauty look, I love a clean, fresh face with a clear gloss on the lips. Eyes are kept simple with a neutral shadow, several lashings of mascara and a flick of eyeliner to finish.
For lips Alison can’t be without Lucas Pawpaw Ointment, £9 “I cannot live without this. It adds a touch of gloss to lips without being sticky. I use the excess to soften cuticles. It’s my fashion week saviour, ” and By Terry’s Crayon Kohl in Black Print, £22 “I’m a liner fanatic," she says. "This has a liquid liner feel that lasts all day and creates the perfect smoky eye.”
She is also a fan of Ellis Faas Mascara in Black,£20 . This mascara is my go-to product for a quick lift - I often find myself applying it in the back of a cab on the way to a fashion week event for instant glam lashes. I love the slim brush and the creamy formula provides an even coat, so you only need to sweep once.
ST: How do you look after your skin when you are so busy and flying from city to city?
AL: Aurelia’s Probiotic Cell Repair Night Oil, £45 “It smells of orange blossom which instantly transports me into a state of zen after a packed out day of back to back shows.”
ST: What is your favourite nail colour for a/w?
AL: “A classic red nail works well with so many of this season’s trends. I tend to wear a brighter red during the day for a pop of colour and a deep garnet coloured shade for the evening.”
Saint Laurent - Classic Duffle 12 leather bag - £1595
Thierry Lasry - Sexxxy D-frame acetate and metal sunglasses - £285
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Beauty Stash Still life by Ian Skelton