Time flies. Just when you have had your fun experimenting with summer's metallic shimmers and glossy hues, we have moved on to a new season of scarlet lips and sultry eyes. Glamour is back, and this issue revolves around everything chic and seductive. Actress and singer Isabella Leong poses in the season's scrumptious pre-autumn collections. After her award-winning performance in Isabella last year, Leong has grown from a fresh-faced ingenue to become one of the most promising artists of her generation. Here, we catch up with her during a break in her hectic filming schedule. Charlotte Tilbury, one of the world's most sought-after make-up artists, who transforms bare-faced models into runway goddesses, talks to Francesca Fearon about her inspirations for the autumn/winter shows. Her keen eye for beauty has landed her collaborations with A-list photographers such as Mario Testino, Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott. She shares a moment with us to discuss her stellar career and to give us a lowdown on her essential beauty products. Another master of the cosmetics domain is Bobbi Brown. Known for advocating effortless and natural-looking make-up, Brown talks to Jennifer Cardenas about her phenomenally successful brand. Judging by the array of sensuous backless dresses on display at the autumn/winter shows, the new season is calling for toned and buffed bare backs. Fret not, though - we give you the lowdown on preparing for this daring look. We also investigate detoxing, a practice that has become popular among those who work and play hard. When does it become excessive? And is it actually bad for us? Nadia Chan looks into the risks associated with extreme diets. Of course, a beauty issue can't be without its selection of creamy blushes, feather-light foundations and finely milled powders. Product junkies take note, for our Hit List and beauty shoot (on page 54) are loaded with essential goodies that will ease you into the cooler season. Carmen Li Associate Editor
