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USO Project Cinderella

USO Project Cinderella

  On Saturday, I had the pleasure of volunteering for the USO Metro Project Cinderella event at Fort Meade, Maryland.  I was tapped by the event creator and organizer, Queen Waddell, to provide makeup for a deserving young lady who would be crowned, Miss Project Cinderella and to give a...
Tom Ford Lip Shines

Tom Ford Lip Shines

When Tom Ford decided to do a cosmetics line, he started with a well curated collection of highly pigmented, highly moisturizing lipsticks.  After the debut of his whole makeup line last year, he has been winning fans the world over.  Namely, in my opinion, because the luxurious textures and the...
The Beauty of Erykah Badu

The Beauty of Erykah Badu

Enigmatic, soulful, and regal are some words that have described Erykah Badu.  While we laud the beauty of celebrity women like Beyonce and Halle Berry, I thought it would be beffitting to give a nod to Ms. Badu.  Let’s face it.  She is a beautiful woman.  With piercing hazel eyes...
Esperanza Spalding

Esperanza Spalding

I am a major fan of Esperanza Spalding!  I chose to add her to the Backstage Beauty Lookbook because I am totally in love with her look.  The afro paired with the deep wine lips and nails are giving me that 70′s, Pam Grier realness!  Esperanza is a talented bassist,...
Editorial Makeup: Bobbi Brown - The Naturalist

Editorial Makeup: Bobbi Brown – The Naturalist

Bobbi Brown is the queen of natural makeup.  Her makeup is a feature in the editorial spread dedicated to her light touch and the ability to make women look their most beautiful.    
Giving Back: Raw Beauty Calendar

Giving Back: Raw Beauty Calendar

I got involved with a wonderful organization called Raw Beauty about two years ago.  The way I got involved was completely by hapenstance.  I got an email from a business associate about helping a lady, the founder and visionary of Raw Beauty — Kita Williams, find a makeup artist for...
Bridal Beauty:  Soft & Natural

Bridal Beauty: Soft & Natural

I love doing bridal makeup.  I guess I’m a sucker for natural beauty because I love to bring out the natural beauty in all women.  The pretty bride that I did back in September requested a very natural look because she doesn’t wear makeup on a daily basis.  To oblige,...
Spring 2013 Makeup Looks: Giorgio Armani Aqua Eyes

Spring 2013 Makeup Looks: Giorgio Armani Aqua Eyes

It seems as if designers and makeup artists alike are having a blue moment (again) for spring 2013.  To put it plainly, the makeup look at Giorgio Armani was simply gorgeous!  I was, mostly, in awe of the eye makeup. Using the Eyes to Kill Eyeshadow Quad #1, makeup artist,...
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Chanel Rouge Noir Formally Known As Vamp

Chanel Rouge Noir Formally Known As Vamp

Does anyone remember Chanel Vamp? No, not the Chanel Vamp that’s sold today. I’m talking about the Chanel Vamp that was introduced back in 1994. THE Chanel Vamp was a rich, deep, dark blood red that spelled mystery and intrigue. So much so that Chanel couldn’t keep it in stock and nail polish companies everywhere tried...
Estee Lauder Spring 2013 Paris Macaroons Pure Color Nail Lacquer Collection

Estee Lauder Spring 2013 Paris Macaroons Pure Color Nail Lacquer Collection

On counter soon, Estee Lauder will introduce the limited-edition Pure Color Nail Lacquer Collection, Paris Macaroons! For spring, these lovely line up of shades will be Narcissist – dew rose Lilac Leather – dream lavender Coral Cult – pink berries Dilettante France – blueberry Absinthe – delicate spring tea  
Michael Kors Makeup Line In The Works?

Michael Kors Makeup Line In The Works?

Michael Kors, fashion designer extraordinaire, is the purveyor of the cool jet set lifestyle.  With a successful accessories line of shoes, handbags and jewelry , it is only natural that Mr. Kors brings his all-American aesthetic to the world of beauty.  Not a stranger to beauty, Michael Kors has been serving up sensuous scents with...
Estee Lauder Cheek Rush Gel Blush

Estee Lauder Cheek Rush Gel Blush

Since the weather is finally starting to get warm (thanks Mother Nature!), it’s time to rethink how we approach our makeup application to accommodate the heat and humidity that comes with spring and summer.  As an oily girl, as much as I love my powder blushes, they tend to oxidize so much more because of...
Bliss Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing Mask

Bliss Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing Mask

Always in the quest for products that keep my skin in top shape, a fellow makeup artist raved about the Bliss Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing Mask that she was using when were on assignment about a year ago.  She claimed that this product made her skin look incredibly “perky” after the first use and that...
Summer 2013 Makeup Collection: CHANEL 'L'été Papillon de Chanel'

Summer 2013 Makeup Collection: CHANEL ‘L’été Papillon de Chanel’

The new summer collection from Chanel is GORGEOUS! With the butterfly as the inspiration, this collection boasts shades of shimmering deep sea blues, sumptious corals, and peacock green/blues among other shades. This whole collection is vast with great mascaras, nail lacquers and other products and it’s so steeped in color! The whole Chanel ‘L’été Papillon...
For The MAC PRO: Nude & Metallic Collection

For The MAC PRO: Nude & Metallic Collection

Just for the MAC Pro only, this collection of professional color is something to consider for your makeup kit for editorial, fashion, and even bridal makeup. According to MAC: “This collection invites the pro artist to explore the lush potential of the monochromatic while offering chic contrasts. The Nude palette is defined by the cool,...
Nars Radiant Cream Compact Foundation: A Sneak Peek

Nars Radiant Cream Compact Foundation: A Sneak Peek

As I have mentioned in a previous post or two, I love a good makeup product launch.  I just love having something to look forward to and from what I’ve seen backstage at the shows, Nars will be coming with a new Radiant Cream Compact Foundation for Fall 2013! And in true Nars fashion, just...
Prime-er Time

Prime-er Time

With our busy lifestyles, keeping your makeup looking flawless throughout the day can be somewhat of a challenge. Primers can help you achieve that look of freshly applied foundation without the need to reapply or touch up. As a makeup artist, I explain to my clients to think of painting a wall. You prime the...
Illamasqua I’mperfection Speckled Nail Collection for Spring 2013

Illamasqua I’mperfection Speckled Nail Collection for Spring 2013

“Within the word imperfection you’ll find I’m Perfection; sometimes the soul of the word is staring you in the face.   It is our so-called flaws that make us unique. The beauty is in our differences, our imperfection is our beauty. ” – Alex Box- creative director “I’mperfection is definitive unique beauty. It evokes raw emotion,...
Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Sci-Fi Lullabies Collection

Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Sci-Fi Lullabies Collection

Introducing SCI-FI LULLABIES, OCC’s newest colour collection for Spring 2013! Spring has always been a time for transformation, and this season we explore the dichotomy between two realities: What is truth and what is fantasy. Showcased alongside Ready- To-Wear shades are fantasias of Couture Colors designed to transport you to your idyllic designation, whether it’s...