I loved the combination of textures in both the makeup look and the collection itself at Dior Resort. The matte white shadow almost disappears, yet you can still see the structure of the shape. The simple centre parted ponytails drew more focus to the velvet fuchsia lip, but at the end of the end of the day it was all about those clothes.
The cover of Vogue Japan features a very fresh, simple, fashion forward bride. The makeup look is all about thick winged out eyeliner, framed by beautifully defined brows. To achieve flawless skin first prep with the appropriate skincare. Then use a lightweight illuminating foundation or BB cream to give an all over glow. Contour the cheekbones, and apply a soft pink lip colour.
1. Hourglass Brow Sculpting Pencil 2. Rodial BB Venom Skin Tint 3. Laura Mercier Second Skin Cheek Colour in Honey Mocha 4. Topshop Lipstick in Pillow Talk 5. YSL Shocking Eyeliner Effect Faux Cils
I’ve been meaning to try this Lip oil by Houglass now for a few weeks, and I finally did yesterday. I love anything that’s an oil when it comes to beauty products. This oil balm has all the must-have ingredients for a perfect pout–essential oils, plant oils, and vitamins work to condition lips, banish dryness and chapping, and shield against environmental aggressors. On top of all that, there are active ingredients to strengthen the moisture barrier, smooth skin, and enhance the shape, texture, and volume of your lips. The actual oil is thick like honey and is dispensed from an 24K anti-bacterial gold plated tip! You can’t get more fabulous than that.
Switch from your large powder brush to a small soft haired brush when applying powder around the eyes, and nose. Using the right size tool will be far more effective.
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Karl Lagerfeld’s Chanel Resort collection gave you a feeling of being on a rather chic mini-break. The makeup look featured sooty black eyelids winged out towards the temple, and stretched into the inner corner. As a massive advocate for lower liner, I loved the indigo blue that wrapped around the lower lash line. Natural matte skin, with soft contouring and neutral lips completed the vacation inspired look.
Another campaign for the incomparable Kate Moss. She is the new face, and body of St. Tropez tanning products. The backstage shots show her bring prepped by the fabulous Val Garland for makeup and Sam McKnight for hair. A winning combination because the end result is stunning.
Images from vogue.co.uk
I find myself in need of a new makeup bag. Nothing too big as that encourages me to carry way too many products at one time. Which inevitably becomes quite heavy in my handbag. After a bit of research I’ve narrowed it down to these 5. I’m in love with the 3.1 Philip Lim gold one. I am not in love with the price.
Sarah Jessica gets her own post for 2 reasons. Her Philip Treacy head piece was beyond fabulous, and because it was too big to fit in the last grid! The whole ensemble was stunning. I’m a huge Giles fan after working backstage on his shows the past few seasons in London. His collections are works of art. I loved the dress. The head piece was so over the top, and you can’t really tell in this picture but her hair was in a very intricate braid. The makeup had no choice but to be understated!
Images from justjared.com
Last nights Met gala was spectacular. The best red carpet we’ve seen all year. So many celebs embraced the punk couture theme which made it all the more interesting. At the end of the day no one does it like a model, Cara, Gisele and Anja looked fierce.
Who was your favorite?
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These 4 beauty bargains are perfect additions to your makeup without breaking the bank. Maybelline’s Rocket mascara gives massive volume with just a few coats. Miracle Dry Oil contains avocado, shea and olive oil for dry hair and skin. It drys almost instantly with absolutely no greasy feeling. The Joe Fresh Rose Gloss come in a variety of fresh colours to tint lips and keep them hydrated. The Sephora makeup sponge is a decent alternative to the beauty blender. The different shaped ends make detailed application and blending so easy. I love the little stand, to help keep your makeup station organized.
1. Maybelline Rocket Volum Express 2. Garnier Fructis Triple Nutrition Miracle Dry Oil 3. Joe Fresh Beauty Rose Gloss 4. Sephora Perfectionst Makeup Sponge
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