THE MAKEUP SHOW NY 2011: DAY 2: MAKEUP & FASHION

Hey Blossoms,

So Day 2 of The Makeup show was just as hectic as day one. I still wanted to dress for the occasion but decided I had to bring back my trusty color black. I opted to spice it up a bit with a neon colored shirt and stripes! Find out what I wore below!

WHAT I WORE:

GUESS Black Blazer
FOREVER21 Neon Yellow Spaghetti strap shirt
FOREVER21 Black/White Striped High waisted body-con skirt
FISHNET stockings
FOREVER21 Bow Belt with hanging "gold" tassle
MICHAEL KORS Black Wedges
BLACK Feather & Flower Hair accessory
MANDEE Layered "Silver" & Black Chains
RANDOM MATTE Silver Bangle
BAKERS chain link "silver" and black ring
RANDOM Black dice earrings

MAKEUP LOOK

FACE

MUFE HD Primer
Black Opal Stick Foundation
Graftobian Powder Foundations

EYES

INGLOT Light purple shimmer e/s (all over lid)
MAC Carbon E/s (matte black e/s in outer V and blended into crease)
Dior white shimmer e/s (lightly blended out as brow highlight)
Ruby Kisses Black Gel Liner
Ruby Kisses Very Sexy Mascara

CHEEKS

Black Radiance blush in Soft Honey

LIPS

Jessie's Girl Red lipliner
MAC Ruby Woo (matte red lipstick)


FINAL LOOK....

I kept it very classic with a simple light smokey eye and a red lip...red lips against any neon clothing looks exceptionally brighter and more vibrant! I believe I accomplished and mastered "standing out in a crowd".

I was sad to see The Makeup Show draw to a close after 2 days of nonstop products, knowledge and learning I still felt like I didn't have enough. Same time next year for sure!

WHAT DO YOU THINK? Do you wear red lips? neon clothing?

Until Next Time,

Later Blossoms

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THE MAKEUP SHOW NY 2011: DAY 1: MAKEUP & FASHION

Hey Blossoms,

The Makeup Show is a pro-only event and sometimes amongst a see of people who do the same thing you do you can become hidden. I decided I would have lots of pops of color all over so that I wouldn't be to hard to find. It seems my signature style is the flower accessory in my hair. I decided to stick with that trend and wear a bright one. I chose an emerald green and believe it or not I created my outfit and makeup look around it!

I had soooo much fun mixing prints! Im sure I'll experiment with that more!

Here's what I came up with!

EXPRESS Black pinstripe blazer
FLORAL Zippered front corset
URBAN OUTFITTERS High Wasted Skinny Jean Regular Wash
STEVE MADDEN Crystal clear ballet flats
VINTAGE thrifted burgundy leather purse
MANDEE Emerald green hair flower accessory
MANDEE "old gold" and pastel pink charm choker necklace
GUCCI Watch
BAKERS "old gold" flower accessory with rhinestone center
RANDOM "old gold" with black engraving detail
RANDOM neon green flower earrings with white center


MAKEUP

FACE

Graftobian and Dermablend Foundation
MAC Studio concealer (under eye)
Graftobian Powder (to set face)

EYES

Inglot teal gel liner
Inglot matte teal e/s (all over lid)
MAC Deep Truth E/s (satin navy blue e/s in outer V and blended into crease)
MAC Cork e/s (matte taupe e/s used as transition color)
MAC Humid (satin army green e/s in inner crease)
(Inglot teal gel liner along lower lash line with MAC Deep Truth to set and Inglot matte light blue e/s in waterline)
MAC Ricepaper (brow highlight)
MAC Chrome Yellow (inner tear duct)
MUFE Aqua Liner (dark grey)
Red Cherry Falsies 747L
Loreal Voluminous (carbon black)

CHEEKS

MAC MSF in Deep Dark
Black Radiance Soft Honey

LIPS

Jessy's Girl Pucker up Lipliner (reddish pink)
Dior Lipstick (coral pink)
INGLOT AMC lipgloss (center of bottom lip)


Here's the FINAL LOOK

So was I bright enough...lol? Do any of you have any signature pieces that make you stand out? 


Stay tuned for more blog posts on The Makeup Show. I will break the posts down into DAY 1 and DAY 2 and then into "MAKEUP & FASHION", "WHAT I PURCHASED and "INSIDER'S VIEW".


Until Next Time,
Later Blossoms!

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HOW TO MAKE NEUTRAL MAKEUP LOOK ULTRA SEXY!

Hey Blossoms,

Who said neutral looking makeup had to be boring. There are a few simple steps one can take to bring the sexy back to the neutral makeup look.

STEP ONE:


BROWS!!!!

You all remember my post on the 2 brow pencils that I use mostly (MAC Spiked & Maybelline Define a Brow) and how they aid in filling in my sparse looking brows. You all wouldn't believe how fine my brow hairs are it literally looks as if there is nothing there. That's why I love filling them in it helps to bring more definition and expression to my face. In any look having more sculpted, defined and even highlighted brows can change your look from extra ordinary to extraordinary! A neutral makeup look is no different be sure to clearly define your arch and highlight just beneath your brow bone to bring a really sexy look back to your eyes.

STEP TWO


FLAWLESS WITH A TOUCH OF BLUSH & HIGHLIGHT

Make sure that your foundation application leaves you with a flawless face. Remember the point is to look as natural as possible. So don't cake the foundation or powder on. Conceal, buff in foundation where necessary and lightly powder your face. Be sure to highlight the high planes of your face and add a touch of blush to your cheeks, temples, jawline to really bring back the natural look of how your face blushes.

STEP THREE


KICK OUT NUDE FOR RED!

Yes I know the point is to look neutral! Who said you cant be neutral with RED LIPS! Rules are meant to be broken so break them!!! I karate kicked my nude lipstick away for a true red lip! MATTE RED LIP!

STEP FOUR


SMILE!!!

Nothing makes you look more naturally like yourself than smiling. Your face is less tense and its scientifically proven that smiling/laughing relieves stress and makes you feel happier. A happier you is a younger, glowing more beautiful you!

Here's a list of all the products I used...

FACE

Revlon Smoothing Face Primer
Mix of Maybelline 24/7 in Cocoa & Revlon colorstay in Cappucino
MAC Studio Sculpt concealer (undereye)
Black Opal Oil Blocking Powder (to set concealer)
MAC MSF in Deep Dark
Cover Fx Matte Powder (in T-zone)

EYES

ELF eyelid primer
Wet & Wild light brown matte e/s all over lid
WnW dark brown matte e/s in outter v and crease
WnW beige with gold flecks shimmer e/s as brow highlight
NYX Liquid eyeliner
Wet & wild Clinical Megalash

CHEEKS

Black Radiance blush in Soft Honey

LIPS

MAC Lip conditioner
Black radiance red lipliner
Mac Ruby Woo (matte red lipstick)
Dior rouge lipgloss (red l/g with red shimmer)



Now here's a few pictures to see it come altogether

You can purchase these items to achieve the same look by clicking on the photos of the items below!Be sure to browse around the site for the best deal! Amazing how affordable they are!!!

    




















































So how do you like to wear your neutral makeup? Do you have any other tips to help amp up a makeup look?


BLOSSOMS DON'T BE AFRIAD TO COMMENT! THIS IS AN INTERACTIVE BLOG! I READ EACH AND EVERY COMMENT AND I WRITE BACK!! WHATS ON YOUR MIND??!!


Until Next Time,

Later Blossoms!

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BLOSSOMING FACE OF THE DAY: GREEN MAUVE

Hey Blossoms,

Here's another face of the day. I switched up a few of the products to test out a new look. What I'm loving MOST is the lipstick! You all remember when I won Celebrity Makeup Artist, Ricky Wilson, Couture Beauty Makeup Contest, well this lipstick was a part of the massive makeup prize I received. You can check out the Youtube video where I show all the products and swatch them too HERE! Its a Dior lipstick: The color is best described as an amazing mix of mauve, bronze, brown and gold! Altogether, the look is edgy, funky and fresh...

PRODUCTS USED

FACE

Revlon Smoothing Face Primer
Maybelline 24/7 Stay Foundation in Cocoa
Revlon Colorstay Foundation in Cappuccino These 2 foundations were mixed to get a perfect match!
MAC MSF in Deep Dark

EYES

WnW lime green shimmer e/s (all over lid)
WnW forest green shimmer e/s (in outer v and crease)
WnW royal blue shimmer e/s (blended in crease lightly)
WnW cream shimmer e/s (as brow highlight)
NYX Liquid E/l
NYX MegaLash Mascara REVIEW ON THIS MASCARA COMING SOON!




CHEEKS

Black Radiance Soft Honey Blush

LIPS

Lip balm
Dior l/s in Mauve Mirza

And here is the final look

CHECK OUT MY YOUTUBE VIDEO ON HOW I WEAR MY DIOR MAUVE MIRZA LIPSTICK COMBO (lipliner, lipstick & lipgloss!!!)

Do you have any new favorite makeup products? Have you tried any Dior lipsticks? Whats your thoughts? I love your comments and feedback so leave it below!


Until Next Time,

Later Blossoms

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BLOSSOMING FACE OF THE DAY: GOLD HIGHLIGHT USING EYESHADOW!

Hey Blossoms,

I haven't done a FOTD for a while. Although I've taken the photos numerous times to do so it always slips my mind when it comes time to blog. I recently attended a Memorial Day Service with my boyfriend and his family. His parents are Jehovah's Witnesses and this is a huge celebration for them. Although neither him nor I are Jehovah's Witnesses we were still extended an invitation. I attended last year and again this year. Its always a nice service as everyone is so kind and bible scriptures are read. Although I do not claim any denomination I do believe in God. The event only lasts an hour.

The women dress modestly and the men dress in suits. I definitely didnt want my makeup to stand out too much especially since I was a guest and not a part of the congregation but I still wanted to look polished. I opted to center the look around a GOLD HIGHLIGHT at the prominent parts on my face: bridge of nose, cheek bones, brow arch.

What I used to achieve the look...

Face

Cover Fx Primer
Maybelline 24hr Stay Liquid Foundation in Dark Cocoa
LA Pro HD Concealer in Toast (under eye)
Cover Fx Mattifiying Powder
MAC MSF in Deep Dark

Eyes

All Wet n Wild shimmer E/s (I've depotted them all so I'm unsure what palette but I own all of the palettes)
bronze shimmer e/s on lid
burgundy shimmer e/s in crease
black matte e/s in outter v & crease
gold with burgundy specks e/s as brow highlight
gold shimmer e/s at inner tear duct
NYX Liquid Eyeliner in black
L'oreal Voluminous Masacara in Black
WnW Eye liner in Gold (along bottom lash line & set with burgundy shimmer e/s from crease)


Cheeks

Black Radiance blush in Warm Honey
WnW gold shimmer e/s to highlight bridge of nose, chin & cheek bones

LIPS

Lip balm

HERE'S THE FINAL LOOK....

I'm pictured here with my wonderful boyfriend who I affectionately call Handsome (for obvious reasons). He is the designer behind my logo (shown at the beginning of all my Youtube videos). We were headed out to an event and I was able to snap this picture before we left his parents home.

Have any of you ever used a shimmer eyeshadow to highlight? matte eyeshadow to contour(I didn't use one here)?

Until Next Time

Later Blossoms!

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IMATS NY 2011: DAY 2: MY MAKEUP & OUTFIT!

Hey Blossoms,

So after the excitement of IMATS DAY 1 I was eager to keep it going. I wanted a fun but more casual less outrageous outfit than the day before. Now I'm no fashionista but lately I believe my mind has started processing colors and prints differently than it used to. I was very pleased with the final outcome.

Here's MY MAKEUP & OUTFIT

WHAT I'M WEARING

Mexx White Blazer
H & M Leopard Print off the shoulder t-shirt
Urban Outfitters high- waisted jeans( I have a thing for high waist items)
Lucky Brand Platform Sandals
A PEDICURE with fire engine red Essie Nail Polish (actually I'm not sure of the name of the color lol I'm super ticklish and dread pedicures so I had to include it!)
H & M animal tooth & coin long "old gold" chain
Bakers huge "old gold" flower ring with rhinestone center
Random long dangling cream & "old gold" link earrings
Random faux red leather clutch

...and I decided to keep my cream colored Forever 21 cloth flower hair accessory as a "signature" being that I was the only one in the entire venue with on DAY 1.

My hair is pulled into a high afro puff. I love my afro puff!..the 2 strand twist out from DAY 1 didn't last unfortunately. I'm sure as I gain length my hair styles will last longer. With all the shrinkage it's rare I'm able to wear any twist out/knot out more than a day. But I'm not complaining!

As for my makeup, I first did a simple brown smokey eye and then covered my entire lid and inner tear duct with gold glitter. My cheeks and lips were kept neutral.

A lovely lady at Royal & Langnickel booth made mention that I have "all the best earrings". I beg to differ but thanks lady! I believe I received just as many compliments on this makeup (both inside and outside) IMATS that I may just do a Youtube makeup tutorial on it....with a twist!

IMATS is officially done! So are my blog posts on it! It's a WRAP PEOPLE! New makeup...different clothes..same time next year ya'll

Until Next time,

Later Blossoms!

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