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nown as "the Queen," Pat McGrath is the most m. sought-after makeup artist in the world. Constantly in demand by celebrities such as Jennifer Aniston, Scarlett Johansson, and Jennifer Lopez, McGrath is also responsible for more runway looks than any other artist. She serves as the global creative-design director of P&G and is widely acknowledged as one of the most influential people in beauty. Herewith, her favorite things...
INSPIRATIONS
Favorite discoveries Exhibitions at the Park Avenue Armory, and I've just taken up bowling. Shopping In Paris, Marche aux Puces Saint-Ouen de Clignancourt is the highestquality flea market in the world. Necessary extravagance Massages at the Mandarin Oriental. Favorite place in the world Mount Street in London, where one of my favorite restaurants, Scott's, is located. Favorite charity I was recently involved with the Cosmetic Executive Women Foundation's Cancer and Careers. Favorite moviesBelle de Jour, Farewell My Concubine, Jubilee, and Chinatown are just the tip of the iceberg! Favorite hotel The Ritz in Paris is my second home. I am counting down the days until it reopens! Who is an idol of yours It has been an honor and a joy to be able to work with Steven Meisel for many years. He is a true inspiration to me! Favorite flower shops Zeze and Belle Fleur in New York.
CLOTHES
Underwear Bras from
Rigby & Peller in London. Sneakers New Balance. T-Shirts Splendid and James Perse. Favorite accessory My black headband to keep my hair out of my face while working. Favorite boutiques Maxfield in L.A. and, in Shinjuku, Tokyo, the Isetan department store, which has a huge cosmetics area on the main floor. Also in Tokyo, the teenager boutique 109 in Shibuya is great for inspiration. Jewelry you never take off My collection of Lorraine Schwartz diamond bracelets. And I always wear a jade ring I found at a market in China.
BEAUTY PRODUCTS
Lipsticks Dolce & Gabbana Classic Cream Lipstick provides bold color and smooth lips. My favorite red shades are Iconic, Devil, Chromed, Ultra, and Scarlett. For nudes, Nude, Cashmere, Seduction, and Soft. Mascara The new CoverGirl Clump Crusher—for more volume and no clumps—by LashBlast Mascara is fabulous! Foundation Dolce & Gabbana Perfect Luminous Liquid Foundation. Shampoo Oribe Signature Shampoo, Signature Conditioner, and Shine Light Reflecting Spray. Moisturizer SK-II LXP Ultimate Revival Cream. Hair products The Tangle Teezer brush is essential for smooth, glossy hair, and it comes in such fun bright colors! I also just received a brush by June Ainscough, which is my new obsession! Fragrance The divine candles, cologne, and home fragrances from Aedes de Venustas in New York. Toothpaste Marvis. Soaps Aromatherapy Associates Revive Body Wash and Roques Oneil Thera pie Cherish Skin Repair Body Serum. Where do you get your hair cut When I am on set I always get touch-ups by Garren or Eugene Souleiman. Brow shaping I go to Garren's salon or Damone Roberts in N.Y.C. If I am in L.A., I will see Anastasia Soare. Never leave home without Layers of cashmere—lots of sweaters and scarves. I usually get them from Loro Piana, or from a friend who buys beautiful cashmere pieces in India. I am always cold!
HOME
Where do you live N.Y.C.'s West Village. Sheets Anything from ABC Carpet & Home. China Hermes Balcon du Guadalquivir. Favorite flowers Peonies. Stationery Smythson. Favorite gadget I am obsessed with all Apple products. I love my new iPad mini, and the Powermonkey eXplorer keeps all my phones and iPads charged, a must for traveling. Favorite neighborhood restaurants The Beatrice Inn and Sant Ambroeus. Favorite drink Aloe water from Juice Press. It's an amazing detoxifier and provides collagen and elastin repair for healthy skin. Favorite dessert Lindt extremely dark chocolate bars. Favorite snack Simply Sprouted Way Better Snacks Sweet Potato Tortilla Chips. Top four DVR shows Mad Men, Scandal, Downton Abbey, and Game of Thrones.
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