Kerryellen

Kerryellen is a 33 year-old, opinionated computer expert who sees no point in fashion - particularly high-heeled shoes. Her friends and family say she's been trapped in a rut of tapered jeans and boyish t-shirts for 11 years. But Kerryellen fights on all fronts and doesn't hold back when she disagrees with Clinton and Stacy.

Sparks fly when the fashion duo try to persuade Kerryellen to experiment with different looks for work and weekend, and to wear a skirt. Hairstylist Nick Arrojo also has to hold his ground and convince this feisty fireball that even though she's been a bottle blonde for almost half her life, there may be a more flattering look for her. It'll be a challenge for everyone involved, but the end result will be more than worth it.

Kerryellen's Rules and Mannequins

Mannequin #1 (Work):

• Saks Fifth Avenue: Green v-neck with white collar sweater by Shoshanna
• Helen Wang: Checkered trouser
• Club Monaco: Cream shoulder bag
• Shooz @ 128 7th Avenue: Black and white pinstripe ballet slipper slingback by Irregular Choice

Rules:

• A lightweight fitted sweater in a thin knit accentuates the body and makes the arm look slim. With a collar and cuff it is a quick, coordinated and easy to pull together.
• A medium-width trouser is roomy and with a little stretch you will still have freedom of movement. And it's professional-looking in a plaid fabric.
• A ballet slipper slingback shoe with a whisp of a heel and a rounded toe is easy to wear and adds some fun to the outfit.
• The shoulder bag should be proportional to your frame. This one is still big enough to hold a laptop and papers.

Mannequin #2 (Weekend):

• Club Monaco: Green skirt
• J Crew: Striped tank
• Anthropologie: Denim jacket
• Sacco Shoes: Green slide sandal
• Girlshop.com: Necklace by T. Bags

Rules:

• A strapless camisole blouse accentuates a small bust and with horizontal stripes the emphasis is brought to the face and upper body. Its flattering shape pulls away from the body and is comfortable.
• A solid color knee-length skirt is ideal if self-conscious about the lower body, since it draws attention upward to the upper body.
• The skirt paired with a structured denim jacket gives this outfit a definitive casual flair.
• A lighter shoe makes the ankle and leg look lean and longer.

Mannequin #3 (Evening):

• Temperley: Black sequined camisole top
• Barney's Co-op: Jeans by James
• Intermix: Black blazer
• Sacco Shoes: Silver shoe

Rules:

• A darker, uniform wash jean is dressier and the slight whiskering on the hips is modern.
• A lightly sequined camisole has a little shimmer for the evening and is sexy. It pulls focus up the face and collarbone. The effect is dressy without being too girly.
• A dull metallic sandal with a low heel is comfortable and the silver is echoed in the camisole.

Kerryellen's Shopping List

Shopping Day #1

Morgenthal Frederics Opticians;

• Morgenthal Frederics Butterfly series "Nymph" eyeglasses in Olive/Khaki - $360 frames/ $690 with lenses

Total (with tax) - $690

Olive & Bette's;

• White terry cloth flip flops - $30
• NYC t-shirt - $35
• Junior Mint t-shirt - $28
• Hot pink velvet ballet slipper by Red Luggage - $64
• Turquoise stretch capri pant by Theory - $210
• Red/white/blue button down shirt by Theory - $195
• Turquoise/ white stripe polo shirt by Splendid - $55
• Red floral print sash by Frank & Kahn - $136
• Blue floral print sash by Frank & Kahn - $136
• Red corduroy jacket by Theory - $195
• White trouser by Theory - $230
• 2 sided rose blossom applique belt - $115
• Angel dark jeans by Adriano Goldschmied - $144
• Apple green cotton blazer by Hannya Cool - $290

Total (with tax) - $1,916.15

Precision;

• Dark denim jacket by Bigstar - $120
• Red cotton button down by Theory - $135
• Baby blue crewneck sweater by Qu Cashmere - $168
• Baby blue v-neck tank by James Perse - $62
• Pale wash jeans by Adriano Goldschmied - $130
• Phoenix embroidered twill cropped pants by Da-Nang - $178

Total (with tax) - $861.44

Sacco Shoes;

• White slipper shoe - $87.50
• Black kitten heel show with ribbon - $115.50

Total (with tax) - $220.51

Shopping Day 1 Total - $3,688.10

Shopping Day #2

Searle;

• Navy blue Traveller pant by Sanctuary - $128
• Black rouched cocktail dress by Yigal - $139
• White eyelet tank by Velvet - $68
• Apple green polo shirt by Lacoste - $68
• Blueberry cable cashmere cardigan by Christopher Fischer - $278
• Green capris by Billy Blues - $118
• Turquoise seamless tank with rhinestone pendent by Bordeaux - $78
• Plum short sleeve rib Henley by Velvet - $68
• White ribbed tank by Inhabit - $69
• Dark denim skirt by Levi's - $59
• Mother of pearl necklace - $90

Total (with tax) - $1,263.31

PUMA;

• Anjan navy light blue sneaker - $75

Total (with tax) - $81.47

Shopping Day 2 Total - 1,344.78

SHOPPING DAY 1 & 2 TOTAL - $5,032.88

Kerryellen's Hair and Makeup

Hair Products:

• KMS Therapy Plus
• KMS Weighless Shine Spray

Hair Process:

1. Hair was first toned using Wella Color Touch 6/0 and 7/3 to create a warm medium brown color.

2. A half head of highlights was applied with Wella Blondor Lightening System w/20 vol in foils evenly applied mostly to the top part of hair to brighten the existing color.

3. To finish hair a glace was applied in Wella Color Touch 10/03 with 1.9% Gentle all over hair to soften up highlights.

4. Hair was razor cut into a short, flippy and choppy layehttp://cms.howstuffworks.com/images/icons/text_bold.pngr with long bangs to create movement and remove bulk.

5. Nick used KMS Therapy Plus and a flat paddle brush to create a smooth flat finish and KMS Weighless Shine Spray for sheen and definition.

Makeup Products:

• Stila concealer
• Mac Fleur Power blush
• Stila Oasis eyeshadow
• Maybelline Great Lash mascara
• Giorgio Armani #2 lipgloss

Makeup Process:

1. Apply Stila concealer under eye with flat brush.

2. Apply Mac blush in Fleur Power to apples of the cheeks.

3. Apply Oasis eyeshadow by Stila to entire lid.

4. Apply Maybelline Great Lash black mascara to upper lashes only.

5. Apply Giorgio Armani #2 lipgloss to lips.