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Friday, March 30, 2012

Blue the new black. Grey the new blue?

Les Jeans de CHANEL collection: discover the new trendy and casual chic nail colours of LE VERNIS.

I must have this colour!!

Friday, February 17, 2012

Blues and purples are the new black!

Bollywood actress Aarti Chabaria. I absolutely love her smokey eye makeup! Blues, purples and greys are definitely the new black!

Minimal eyes and heavy lips

Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma in a gorgeous bright red lipstick! This look really suits her. Remember minimal eye makeup always goes with heavy coloured lips! Gorgeous!

Sunday, February 12, 2012

Getting Married?

Here are some tips for making sure your makeup is the way you want it:

- Always have a trial with your makeup artist so that you know that you are happy with their style and so that they know what you want on your big day. This will ensure everything runs smoothly on the day without any delays.

- Find pictures in magazines or online of makeup that you like to send your makeup artist before the trial. This will give them an idea of what look you want. Also most makeup artists don't cater for all "looks", some looks will be their forte whereas other looks they may refer you to someone else. Make sure you are happy with their style.

- Ask your friends who they have used in the past. Your friends will give you first hand insight into the artist.

- Start looking for a makeup artist early!! Between 6 to 12 months in advance if you can. Brides are usually very organised and makeup artists will book out very fast.

Thursday, February 9, 2012

Blushing in love

Just in time for Valentine's!...

Stila's Limited Edition Love at First Sight Blush Palette.

"Embossed with endearing hearts in 3 shades of pink, this micro-fine powder has a velvety, luxurious finish with subtle pearl shimmer for a natural looking blush." Available at Mecca Cosmetica for $25!

Tuesday, February 7, 2012

My Sweet Tooth

I love sweet fragrances and Chanel's Coco Mademoiselle is my favourite! I love it!

Thursday, January 12, 2012

Happy Friday the 13th!

Blue is the new black! Get in the spirit with a touch of subtle sexy goth. I love Chanel's nail polish in Blue Satin! Gorgeous colour!