Posts Tagged ‘Lipstick’
In the interest of organizing for the new year…this is interesting if you have the room…
Wednesday, January 4th, 2012Transition Your Makeup from Summer to Fall with the switch of a pencil
Saturday, August 21st, 2010
Aqua Lip Waterproof Lipliner Pencil Rosewood. $17 at Sephora
Changing the color you line your lips with will instantly update your look. If you’ve been wearing those amazing brights this summer, change your lip pencil to a darker hue and work it into the brighter lipstick to give it a darker or dirtier cast — this will mute it and make it fall-wearable.
I just found some brilliant Makeup Forever waterproof lip liners at Sephora. They’re worth a try, and stay on all day, and help you have a worry free wedding day. $17
Or, try Clinique Quickliner for Lips in Crushed Berry or Bamboo, $14.
Jumpstart your look for fall with bold lips
Tuesday, August 17th, 2010
Pale faces and bold lips were ubiquitous in the Fall 2010 shows last spring. Now is the time to shake up your lipstick wardrobe with reds from carrot to crimson. If you prefer a more understated lip look, invest in wine or eggplant tones. Remember to keep the rest of your look neutral allowing your lips to lead the way.
Felix Rey’s chic clutches hold everything you need to touch up on your big day
Tuesday, May 18th, 2010
Bridal clutches at www.felixrey.com
$200
Revlon’s new LILAC Super Lustrous Lipgloss. Wearable and flattering on everyone
Monday, May 17th, 2010
The Scarlet Season
Saturday, December 26th, 2009
The warmest reds
Scarlet Season: Orange -Based Reds Round-up
I’m surprised (and quite happy about it!) that we covered nearly as many orange-based reds as blue-based reds. I just feel like we ended up with a very well-rounded bunch of reds we were able to feature over the past three months, which is such a good thing. It means I was able to tested out numerous shades and variations, but it also means that everyone was able to see that variety, too!
I’m not too keen on orange-reds on myself, but my favorites on myself were Dolce & Gabbana Sheer, Guerlain Geisha, La Prairie Rouge Clair, MAC Rockocco, and Urban Decay Revolution. My absolute favorites in terms of formula and application overall (whether or not I liked it on me) were Giorgio Armani #401, Chanel Coromandel, Dolce & Gabbana Fire, La Prairie Rouge Clair, and Urban Decay Revolution–they just applied effortlessly and looked it.
Which were your favorites?
Row 1: Giorgio Armani #401 Rouge d’Armani Lipstick ($30.00), Cargo Cherry Bliss Lipstick ($20.00), Chanel Audace Rouge Allure Lipstick ($30.00)
Row 2: Chanel Coromandel Rouge Allure Laque ($32.00), ($30.00), Dolce & Gabbana Fire LipstickDolce & Gabbana Sheer Lipstick ($30.00)
Row 3: Guerlain Geisha Lipstick ($45.00), Illamasqua Encounter Lipstick ($20.00), Lancome Absolute Rouge Lipstick ($29.00)
Row 4: Lancome Red and Sensual Java Lipstick ($25.00), Lancome Retro Rouge Lipstick ($29.00), La Prairie Rouge Clair Lipstick ($55.00)
Row 5: MAC Rockocco Lipstick ($14.00), Rimmel Alarm Lipstick ($5.19), Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick ($22.00)
From Makeup Tips
Mad Men Makeup
Friday, October 30th, 2009
Betty Draper
One of my favorite TV shows is Mad Men. There are many reasons for this, but one of the fascinating things about this show is the attention to detail. Take, for instance, Betty Draper’s makeup. You can literally zoom in on the month and year of this show by taking a closer look at the hair, makeup and fashion. What do most people think of when they think of ’60′s makeup? “Mod” is the first thing that comes to my mind; Twiggy, nude lips (I read somewhere that girls would actually crush up white eye shadows and mix the powder with pink lip gloss to achieve a really nude lip), bold eyes with heavily mascaraed lashes, pastel greens and blue eye shadow, thick black “cat-eye” eye liner, mini skirts, gogo boots, really teased hair, I could go on. But Mad Men makes you realize that in the first part of the decade women were transitioning from the more conservative, formal, lady-like 1950′s era. Women still wore their complicated corsets and girdles, and gloves were worn to the grocery store as well as to formal events. Think Jackie Kennedy, Chanel suits, pillbox hats and French manicured fingertips. Pastel lip colors were favored for day, especially for a younger woman. Women could wear red lipstick by day and it was the most popular choice for evening. Pan-cake foundation achieved a flawless complexion. Lips colors promised a lush, full and usually matte pucker (frosts were introduced very late in the 1950′s and didn’t catch on until the late ’60′s). Rouge (not called “Blush” yet) was plopped on the apples of the cheeks in 2 circles. Eye shadow was minimal in neutral tones; natural looking. Betty’s skirts are slowly getting shorter, but s-l-o-w-l-y… UNTIL WE GET TO THE ROME EPISODE! I love this transformation! It’s like getting a sneak peek/ fast forward to what fashion and beauty in the U.S. will look like in just a few short years.
For a fascinating interview with the hair and makeup team responsible for Betty’s stunning Roman makeover, go to http://blogs.amctv.com/mad-men/2009/10/mad-men-hair-and-makeup.php.
Betty's Roman transformation; fast forward to mod
the 1950's requisite weekly trip to the beauty parlor.
glamorous 1950's housewife a.k.a. June Cleaver... note red lipstick, pleated swing skirt, ladylike cardigan, laquered hair, doe eyes
Holiday Look 2009-Yves Saint Laurent
Thursday, October 29th, 2009This is a very sophisticated look from which I would pull certain specific products to be used in a more subtle way; the overall effect shown by YSL is a little strong for a bride or a debutante. However, the eye duo (“Ombres Duolumieres, “Pearly Pink & Mink Brown“ #23)
is beautiful and you don’t have to apply the darker shade as dark as the model’s. The lips are a gorgeous red, Rouge Pur Lipstick in “Sublime Red” #150, again, paired with a less intense more neutral eye ( much lighter than what we see in the photo). These products offer a range of intensities because they are so richly pigmented and are worth a stop by the counter. Also look at an alternative Rouge Pur lipstick shade called “Pink Grenadine” #152.
Debutante Makeup
Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
He
re in St Louis we are on the doorstep of the holiday season’s debutante balls, and my appointment book is filling up. This is an evening that is so much fun for me; I get to travel from hotel room to hotel room helping the ladies with their makeup and getting a sneak peek at all their gorgeous gowns. As always, the makeup for a debutante ball is understated and elegant. Makeup needs to highlight a girl’s best features on the runway without being garish or trendy. Eyeliner is a must (preferably black) and so is a brighter lipstick. I have a new favorite lipstick for the holidays: Chanel’s new “Rouge Allure Laque Luminous Satin Lip Lacquer” in Phoenix. This formula lasts 8 hours, has a creamy feel & retains its shine. is a rich raspberry shade. Check it out the next time you pass by the Chanel counter.
Beauty mistakes that add years to your face
Tuesday, September 22nd, 20091. Foundation that is too light exaggerates lines. Try a warmer toned foundation a shade darker than your skin and blend.
2. Avoid powder on non-oily areas and the eye area. Powder can exaggerate lines.
3. Dark lipstick makes thinning lips look saggy. Try a neutral rose color and color in with lip liner first. I like Brownie Bobbi Brown lipliner with Blush lip color over it and then a layer of Lilac brightening gloss.
4. Keep a fresh mascara on hand at all times. Clumpy old mascara not only looks unattractive, it also can negatively call attention to fine lines and crows feet. If this is your concern, skip mascara on the bottom altogether. And don’t forget to curl the upper lashes! This really opens the eye, and together with a black mascara will make your eyes look bright and awake.
5. Since eyes may start to droop at the outer corners as we age, when lining the eyes, make sure not to drag the upper line down at the outer corner of the eye; “wing” it gently upwards.
6. Go easy on the foundation. Opt for a sheer moisturizing formula or even a tinted moisturizer. Keep your skin well hydrated and moist, and avoid allowing foundation to sit on top of wrinkled areas. Really blend. Then see #2 above. Note:this is every day advice, doesn’t apply to photo makeup.
7. Hair that is too dark for your skin tone can look austere & instantly aging. Talk to a good colorist to find out the best shade to compliment your skin tone.
8. SUNSCREEN!! At the very least, on your face and neck.
9. Ease up on the bronzer-a little is a must, but too much can look muddy and mottled, mimicking age spots.
10.Softer fuller brows (that are well groomed) look young and fresh. Pencil thin severe brows can look harsh, dated and sometimes a little arresting.
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