Wednesday, October 27, 2010

HOT MESS!!!

OK now i tell people all the time that there are no rules to makeup and that's true! however, there is good taste! what looks good to some may not look good to others, less is more, some people hate blush (mainly because they dont know how to wear it) everyone has a different "makeup personality".........while this is true, i feel it my duty as a makeup artist and professional to put my opinion out there on some looks that i feel are just not cute! LOL

Many of you that know me know i am a reality tv junkie! i love alot of the shows that are out now, some not so much, but those dedicated to style, fashion and just good ol' fashion entertainment, i am all over it! My favorites are Keeping up w/ the Kardashians and all the Real Housewives!!! Right now i am watching the Atlanta & Beverly Hills HW!!

This post is dedicated to the beauty taste of one particular housewive (Phaedra) of the Atlanta show......i want to talk about the makeup!!!! this will be an open forum, i want you to post your comments give me your opinions!

Phaedra's makeup personality is over the top! it really needs to be toned down, more understated than overstated......This is where "less is more" comes in! Especially when you are pregnant and your facial features are already exxagerated...........a clean look would be more appropriate (in my opinion). She looks like a clown! she should town it down, softly highlight a few areas, fill in/shape her brows, add lashes, add a natural gloss or glossy lipcolor and be done with it (for an everyday look)--now if there is an event kick it up but even then not too much, maybe a light smokey eye and contour the face........ but never ever ever, put rhinestones on the eyes unless dressing for halloween or somekind of dance recital or competition!!!!!

let's also talk about the roses........now while i love hair accessories, this was overkill!
(Phaedra is in blue--this was a "no-no" all u see are roses sticking up out of her hair.........)


I now open the floor to you!! please post your comments to this blog.........you can post about any housewife, celebrity or just leave your opinion on makeup or simply ask me a question would love to hear from you!


Lata!

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

MY FAVORITE WEDDING DRESS DESIGNERS.....

There are a few designers i love.........when selecting a wedding dress a clean classic look is the best option. you want your entire look from head to toe to be classic, timeless and beautiful!! if your dress is doing too much, your groom will notice it and not you!!

Here are some of my favorite looks:

Monique Lhuillier Style No. 31989007


Lazaro Style No. 31375355


Lazaro Style No. 31708704


Lazaro Style No. 31993173



Monday, October 4, 2010

PHOTOSHOOT

Here are some more shots from the TKO shoot I did w/ Robin Binder!

Model: Ashley Tobias
MUA: Me





Lata!

Saturday, October 2, 2010

BRIDE: KARI

I had the pleasure today of working w/ Anne Adams of ARMAKEUP! Our bride (Kari) looked stunning and her bridal party was so much fun to work with!

Her mom made us feel very comfortable and welcome in her home...............i love when i get to work w/ amazing bridal parties, i feel like family!

Here are some pics of the hair done today:

Bride's hair! so beautiful and classic............



ATTENDANTS HAIR! they had to all have updos, but could choose how they wanted it.........they wore long beautiful black dresses w/ sparkle earrings.....












To book your bridal session with me, just email me directly:
andrea@makeupbyandrea.com


Lata!