FACE
Eva Garden Perfect Skin Foundation #126
beautyADDICTS Double Deception Concealer in #02
Smashbox Warm Apricot Blush
Smashbox Lens Soft Lights
EYES
MAC Reflects Antiqued Gold Pigment (lid)
Annabelle iTRANSFORMER with pigment
Smashbox eyeshadow in Roast (lower lashline)
Smashbox eyeshadow in Oyster (tear duct)
Maybelline Volum’Express The Colossal Mascara in Glam Black
Smashbox Brow Tech To Go in Brunette
LIPS
Eva Garden Lip Lacquer
Filed under Annabelle, beautyADDICTS, brown looks, Eva Garden, FOTD, gold looks, MAC, Maybelline, pigments, Smashbox, smoky looks
For this ‘fotd’ look, I used a few shades of L’Oreal’s newest collection of Color Infaillable eyeshadows. I am excited to review these in a future blog post as I was very impressed with them. So stay tuned and I hope you enjoy this very quick and easy look I put together.
Filed under Annabelle, FOTD, L'Oreal, Maybelline, pigments, pink looks, red looks, smoky looks, Tigi
Okay, I know it’s been what seems like an epic hiatus from blogging. Many apologies for my absence. The summer has brought on many blog posting obstacles such as an overwhelming amount of bridal work, teaching, general summer shenanigans and a phenomenal photoshoot for the Davines Woman competition.
It’s no secret how much I love and respect all my colleagues and am always finding inspiration in their craft. It’s always a pleasure to have the opportunity to collaborate with them on a photoshoot and construct makeup looks that synergize with the beautiful hair they create. I wanted to share with you some of my favourite “behind the scenes” photos that I snapped in between contributing my makeup expertise on set.
Mark E. in perfection mode.
Santo doing final touch ups on the lovely Katie.
Katie looking like a glowy goddess thanks to MAC Strobe Lotion.
Working my makeup magic on Sam.
Photographer Giuseppe Fuda guides Sam on striking a killer pose.
Katie getting cheeky.
Sam looking like a retro beauty.
Filed under beautyADDICTS, creative work, Eva Garden, fashion, gold looks, green looks, hair, inspiration, lips, MAC, Makeup Forever, NARS, orange looks, photoshoots, pigments, pink looks, portfolio shots, red looks, runway looks, Sleek Makeup, style, trends
If you follow me on Facebook and/or Twitter, you may have known that I was pretty excited to be working backstage doing makeup for the allilON show. The hair team was oozing with inspiration and talent which brought a fun energy behind the scenes. I was so incredibly happy to have been a part of this show. The crew presented hair that was a perfect synergy of femininity, playful yet rich colour and the most meticulous attention to detail.
As for the makeup, the mission was to evoke a playful sexyness using candied colours. The models were so amazing to work on and so beautiful. Here are some of the photographs I took throughout the day. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.
For more info on the genius that is AllilON, check out their website. If you are a fan of avant garde hair I guarantee you will be blown away by this UK-based creative team.
Filed under blue looks, creative work, Davines, events, fashion, green looks, hair, inspiration, MAC, Makeup Forever, orange looks, photos, pigments, pink looks, portfolio shots, purple looks, red looks, runway looks, style, trends, Urban Decay
After creating my last FOTD post, I thought I would share with all of you makeup lovers some product ideas to incorporate some of this years Spring/Summer bright makeup trend.
I have always been a sucker for ALL bright makeup. Vivid tones on the lips and eyes can really create some versatile looks ranging from ladylike and demure to punk rock vixen. It’s okay to add a little punch to your makeup regimen from time to time. I know not everyone is designed or comfortable rocking a neon orange lip or acid green eyeshadow, so if you are hesitant, try toning the bright look down a notch. Rather than an opaque lipstick or eyeshadow shade, create a wash of sheer brights on the lids and opt for a vivid stain on the mouth. Also, try to choose one or the other. Do a neutral eye with a punchy lip and vice versa. Give it a try. You just might surprise yourself.
(image courtesy of Limecrime)
Limecrime Opaque Lipstick in Retrofuturist
$16.00 USD
MAC Cosmetics lipstick in Violetta (pro)
$17.50 CDN
(image courtesy of Napoleon Perdis)
Napoleon Perdis DéVine Goddess Lipstick in Hara
$22.00 USD
Barry M Lip Paint in Vibrant Pink
£4.49 GBP
Urban Decay Deluxe Eyeshadow in Peace
$18.00 USD
(image courtesy of Faceteeth)
Make Up For Ever eyeshadow #75
$19.00 USD
MAC Pigment in Green Space
$23.50 CDN
(image courtesy of Sugarpill)
Sugarpill Pressed Eyeshadow in Buttercupcake
$12.00 USD
Filed under Barry M, inspiration, Limecrime, MAC, Makeup Forever, Napoleon Perdis, pigments, Sugarpill, trends, Urban Decay
Filed under BeneFit, blue looks, Eva Garden, FOTD, L'Oreal, MAC, NYX, pigments, Urban Decay
There is nothing worse than suffering through the cold months with dull, lackluster skin. That, paired with a plethora of holiday parties, we may need some assistance radiating that sexy festive glow. The trends for the season are in full swing. We’re rocking those smoky eyes, perhaps sporting a bold lip or creating that perfect brow. I’m more excited about busting out my beautiful highlighting products to create the perfect makeup accessory to the Fall/Winter looks – and more importantly for my many nights out with family and friends.
There are plenty of choices for adding some ‘dew’ or ‘sheen’ to the skin. Liquids, powders, gold, silver and pink…variety is the spice of life.
These are some of my favourites.
BeneFit highbeam Luminizer
a gorgeous silver/pink toned liquid that adds a pretty sheen to the skin.
great on fair complexions
Smashbox Soft Lights
gives skin a hint of luminosity. looks pretty as a soft highlight in the tear duct as well.
MAC Pigment in Vanilla
a gorgeous shade of golden ivory. this multi-use powder is lovely on a vast range of skin tones.
beautiful on olive/medium skin.
NARS Highlight Blush Powder
don’t let this fool you. it looks really white but goes on warm and gives a lovely glow on all skin tones.
beautyADDICTS Express Glimmer Sheer
a cute highlighting duo. one side is a warm ivory luminizer and the other side is a jojoba gel to give an even more dewy finish.
the gel side can also be used as a clearish lip treatment.
Filed under beautyADDICTS, BeneFit, gold looks, MAC, NARS, pigments, Smashbox, tips + tricks, trends, Uncategorized
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Filed under FOTD, gold looks, MAC, Makeup Forever, pigments, Rimmel
FACE
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Filed under FOTD, MAC, Makeup Forever, NYX, pigments, pink looks, purple looks
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Filed under Aveda, FOTD, Makeup Forever, pigments, pink looks
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