Art

There’s something intoxicating about the first day’s of Spring. The weather warms up, people make a mass exodus out of the buildings and into the outdoor cafés and parks, scarfs are replaced by sunglasses and our winter skin comes out of hiding. Slowly but surely layers of clothing are stripped to bare collarbones, arms, backs and ooh who can forget about the legs?! It’s as if we come out of hiding and the catcalls from the construction workers begin (just think years from now when you’re pushing a stroller and looking a bit disheveled with no catcalls in sight you’re going to miss the friendly harassment!). But as you dare to bare give people a reason to do a double take or linger a little longer with Spring’s hottest accessory from our favorite trendsetting fashion house, Chanel.

The brainchild of Peter Phillips, Chanel’s cosmetic Creative Director, Chanel’s Temporary Skin Art tattoos let you express yourself in a new art filled way. Think classy not trashy (ie. NO Jesse James’ stripper, tattoo covered mistresses here…and what was he thinking?! Sandra move on!), these body art pieces personify the iconic visuals of Chanel. Double C signs, humming birds and pearl strands are just a few of the temporary tattoos that are available. Adorn you collarbone, back, arm, wrist (like Sarah Jessica Parker did at the Oscars) and even ankles with this sexy accessory. I look at it as a way to play “dress up” albeit in an unconventional, daring way. I’ve always wanted a sophisticated inking but battled with the thought of its permanent status. Now I can play away! Timeless and appropriate these designs transcend space and occasion making them fitting for afternoon tea time as well as date night (catch him off guard with some strategically placed art!). So be unpredictable and adorn that gorgeous skin with the art you've always lusted for.

Usage tip: Learn from the pros and color in select bits and pieces of the designs with a liquid eyeliner like the Chanel makeup artists did at the Spring fashion show to customize and personalize your art!

The result: Delectably devious jeweled skin just in time for the warmer days!

On a side note I will be on vacation next week so check back on the 12th for a new post (don't worry I will be trying product to report on when I'm back!).