I've been following Hillary Duff's career for many years and I really love how she is being styled nowadays. Her look shows that the smoky eye is still in fashion and can be done in a glamorous yet alluring style.

Fast approaching 50 Madonna still shows that she can reinvent her look and make it work. I've really been inspired by her Vanity Fair and H&M ads lately. Aging hasn't stopped her from not only setting trends but defining them.

I often get inspiration from celebrities, that I use as makeup looks for everyday women. Actresses like Penelope Cruz are surrounded by celebrity makeup artists, this results in stunning styles. Penelope is one of those women who has really changed her image for the better. As a Spanish actress, breaking out into the American scene is not an easy transition. She has style, talent and beauty that is unique and inspirational, but still holds onto her roots.

There was a time when cosmetic makeup ads had unknown models with gorgeous features as their spokespeople. Nowadays I'm sure many have noticed that celebrities are replacing those fresh faced beauties. Revlon, Covergirl and even L'Oreal have signed on some of the popular faces of music and film to wear their products. Queen Latifah, Halle Berry, and even Beyonce have all lent their faces for these promotions. I have to say these marketing campaigns are done very well.

This year's Oscar's fashion had two major colors...red and purple! From Heidi Klum to Cate Blanchett, they both chose wonderful vibrant colors for their dresses. Their makeup on the other hand was classic red carpet style. Natural eyes to a soft lip made up many of the looks this year.