Friday, November 13, 2009

Let's give her a hand!

Hands tell you a number of things about yourself. Hands tell you how you lead your life and how you take care of your body and skin. It is said that the hands tell you how old a woman is. No matter how old you are, your hands tell an observer a lot about yourself as a person.

You can be dressed to the nines, but if your hands are dry, cracked, have visible hang nails, this can be your biggest fashion faux pas !!!!
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Hands play an important role in communication. Imagine what life would be like without your hands. It is a part of the body that you use the most, you cook with them, get dressed with them, write with them, empathize with them and shake others hands when you meet them. Take good care of your hands and treat them well as they are essential for your existence, and they make great accessories!

Here are few hand care tips:
  • The skin on your hand is thin and delicate; therefore take special care of them.
  • Moisturize your hands at least four times a day.
  • For dry hands after washing your hands with soap, wet them again. Pour salt on your hands and then scrub them under water. Dry hands and apply moisturizer on them.
  • Wear rubber gloves while working at home and in the garden.
  • Protect and prevent your hands from aging and abuse.
  • Protect your hands from the ravages of changing weather.
  • Protect your hands while working in the sun.
  • The best way to take care of your hands is to protect them on a daily basis.
I love to use Clarins Hand & Nail Treatment Cream
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It really does protect, moisturize, and promote strong nails.

About once a week, I slough my hands with an exfoliant to remove dead skin cells. This is so important for brides-to-be, as you will be wearing that ring soon!!!!!!
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Crabtree & Evelyn La Source Hand Therapy 3.4 fl oz (100 ml)






Stay tune gorgeous gals! I will be sharing great tips on how to achieve the perfect manicure at home soon! Ciao bellas!


Gorgeous Bride!

I recently was blessed to work on a shoot with the ultra amazing www.amandajulca.com Amanda is one of those rare photographers that captures the very core, and essence of you/your event. I love her work, and am so honored to know her.

My fabulous bride Liz is a beautiful diamond. Such a driven, sweet, stunningly beautiful woman----Love her! Check out images from her special day!
Isn't she divine? Location: Little Bear Golf Club



Liz wanted a glamorous, beauty look. What that called for was beautiful hues of warm mauve colors, with a touch of pink. Fabulous individual lashes topped off her look!


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You all know I love my Bobbi Brown shimmer brick. Every woman in America must have one! ;)

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Beautiful couple!




Sassafras Bakery! Delightful!






In honor of Halloween, Liz had the fabulous idea of bringing props, and a polaroid into the mix. LOVE!

Such a fun wedding! God bless your marriage Liz!!!!!!!!!





Play time!

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I loooooooooooooooooooooooooove eyeshadows, and literally could spend all day scouring stores for fabulous shades! I have included some of the best palettes on the market for you all!
This puppy above is found at: www.coastalscents.com The shadows are about the size of a dime, and can be applied wet, or dry. $24.99!!!!!!!!!

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The fabulous tattoo artist Kat Von D has her own line of make-up now. LOVE. You can find all of her collection at my favorite place, Sephora. $48.00 per palette.

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Look at these vibrant, delicious puppies by Make-up Forever! Sephora as well! $38.00


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If you are a client of moi, you know I love my organic make-up by Tarte Cosmetics. I own every palette. Love the packaging, array of colors, and the it is eco friendly! How sexy! $48.00

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This little hot number is called a eyeshadow quad. The colors are so electric, my mouth is watering! Cover Girl Dolls! $4.99!!!!!!

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You know I can't leave out my beloved Bobbi Brown! Her palettes are equipped with an applicator brush. LOVE! $60.00

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Want a sunkissed re-freshed look? This Stila Cosmetic palette is divine! $28.99



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Love me some Trish dahhhhhlings. How brilliant it is that she actually formulates her products to fit in a planner! Each page is customized with your own color. Now is that fabulous, or what?????
Can you tell me what are some of your favorite palette finds?
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Monday, November 2, 2009

I love this venue!

Are you looking for a fabulous venue to host your reception, or special event? A place that has everything you need on site? How about a delish place to spend the night? Look no further.. The Blackwell Hotel.

I had the pleasure of meeting, and working with The Blackwell's wedding coordinator Blaire Blechinger. AMAZING! Not only is Blaire delightful, and sweet, she knows her stuff! She is passionate about weddings, her clients, and is completely dedicated in making her clients feel wonderful.



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Whether your guest list reaches 50 people or 250 people, The Blackwell has the perfect place for you. The Blackwell sets a new standard in romantic elegance. Offering the best and most complete wedding services by creating unique personal events, from your bridal shower to your first year anniversary celebration, their wedding coordinators combine the finest linens, center pieces and cuisine for the perfect event.

LOVE THEM!

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

How fun!

While stocking up on much needed supplies at Sephora, I came across a really cute eye shadow palette from Stila Cosmetics. It's called, Stila Barbie Loves Stila Talking Palette ($72 Value)
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Barbie Loves Stila Talking Palette ($72 Value)Barbie Loves Stila Paint Can - 1980 Foxy Doll

I remember spending hours as a little girl playing with Barbie, and admiring her vibrant out to there makeup. I still to this day, stop and gaze at the dolls in their boxes thinking, "Gosh, I would love to find that candy pink color you have near your brow bone, Miss Princess Barbie"....

Of course, I was absolutely thrilled when I saw this sitting on the shelf! I immediatley picked this product up, and began to play. The colors go on wet, or dry, and have a hint of sparkle in each one. I recommend this product for all the makeup lovers out there. Have fun with it!

Here is a Mac Cosmetics Ad. Their artists created this amazing look!
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My gracious model Sarah, before. And after. We had so much fun!
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Thursday, October 22, 2009

The insurance policy we need!

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I am head-over-heels in love with this new product by Too Faced Cosmetics. Too Faced Shadow Insurance Anti-Crease Eye Shadow Primer .35 fl oz (11 g)



I use this on all of my bridal clientele, as the goal is to have her, and the bridal parties eyeshadow fade proof. I just apply a minimal amount, let it set, and apply color. One tube lasts me about 35 pairs of eyes, and at the price of $17.00, who can beat that? Additional benefits:
  • Unique Binders: Volatiles lock down eye shadow pigments for amazingly long wear.
  • Versatility Galore: Use with powder or cream eye shadow products.
  • Reliable Beauty: Anti-creasing formula holds eye products in place.
  • Concentrated: The size of a rain drop covers the entire lid.
This product is definitely a beauty product must have! Enjoy gorgeous gals!

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Recessionista Alert! Great beauty product!

Welcome back gorgeous gals! This may shock you, but a huge part of my beauty staple involves (clears throat).. Vaseline. Yes chicas, it is true. This inexpensive rich emollient works wonders.

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One way I use this, is as a foot cream. After bathing, I slough my feet with a pumice stone. Next, I slather on a large amount of Vaseline to each foot, and then wear socks overnight. I wake up to incredibly soft un-calloused feet! By doing this, your prolonging that pedicure, or just maintaining soft tootsies.

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Having clean nails is a must for me for many reasons. One, when I work with clients, my hands are one of the first things they notice. Additionally, I am offered a lot of modeling jobs that require my hands to be shown. I just apply Vaseline around my cuticles to keep them soft, and supple.

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Here I am, showcasing my hands...

I like to keep a trial size jar in my purse, and use it for my lips. Did you know when you lick your lips, you are depleting moisture from them? I love using Vaseline to keep cracked lips at bay.

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I also loooove using Vaseline on photoshoots for my models, but use it on myself as well. I just apply a quarter size to each leg, and it provides a gorgeous sheen that elongates the legs.

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I have attached a video from the lovely Tyra Banks. Here is her tribute to Vaselines wonders:




I get a kick out of Tyra! Well ladies, hopefully I have convinced you to go out and get your jar! Happy day to you!