Showing posts with label Makeup. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Makeup. Show all posts

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Derek Lam + eBay presentation 16Feb

I was so honored to attend this Derek Lam + eBay presentation today. The 16 looks shown were stunning and had amazing craftsmanship. The outfits ranged from black tie to shirtdresses. Lam told me he wanted his clothing to be something each woman could see in her closet.



This dress was my favorite, so cute with wooden wedges, no?



Mr. Lam

I loved that the show gave viewers an opinion! Here I voted on my favorite dresses in the collection. The top 5 picks will be in the final collection and for sale in May.

This is the makeup... head to http://www.makeupamour.blogspot.com/ for details on how to achieve this look!

Fashion Week Freebies!

Basically all the great freebies I received at FW2011 :) Reviews to follow on makeupamour.blogspot.com !

A postcard from Fashion Week for my readers :)


Thank you Fashion World Live! This was a fun little experiment, and I can't wait for their website to be up soon! Google them and check out what they're all about!

The question of the day was: What accessory could you not leave your house without this morning?

Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Valentine Smooches

Are you ready?! I am! Valentine's day is the best, you know why? The colors of the holiday are red and pink, the best colors in the world.

Coincidentally, the best colors on your lips too.

so, let's playyyy...
The Best Lipstick for V-day Game! (MAC edition)

Im rating these by kissability (:*) = 1 point out of 5


The contenders:


In the left corner, "Impassioned", an amplified tomato color. The center, "Russian Red", a SUPER matte blood red. In the right corner, "Pink Friday", the cotton candy satin color.

Let's Get it ONN!

Pink Friday, as you can see from the smooch, is super pigmented and will come off when you smooch, so pat it on (as opposed to swiping it on). This will probably be your best bet if your making out like animals on V-day and dont want to make your mouths look like a vampire's.

Kissability: (:*) (:*) (:*) (:*)


Russian Red, my newest addition, is the mattest your lips can get with a red color. As you can see from the smooch, you shouldnt use it to seal that love letter. This color DOESN'T budge. i tried twice to get a decent kiss, but it was going nowhere.

Kissability: (:*) (:*) (:*) (:*) (:*)


Impassioned is the cutest color, butttt..... if you're kissing with it, its going everywhere. Amplified MAC lipsticks are close to matte, but less dry. The color is a lot more orangey than it looks in the pic, but you get the idea. This is ideal if you're not getting any hanky panky and being a good girl on V-day since it wont go  on anywhere except your martini glass.... or 5.

Kissability: (:*)


Good luck and comment with  your lipstick ratings too!

Thursday, December 30, 2010

Pink Friday Everyday!

I got it!!! :)

The day this lipstick came in the mail, I screamed with excitement. Literally ;)
Pink Friday is my first MAC lipstick first of all, and I am impressed!

PROS:
  1. You can play with the intensity easily. Pat some on for sheer coverage, or windshield wipe it on for bubblegum pink.
  2. There is a yummy vanilla scent in the lipstick that I noticed.
  3. Doesnt need too much reapplying.
  4. Put on some clear or pink lipgloss on center of lips only to give a fuller illusion.

CONS:
  1. You really have to moisturize your lips well because the satin finish shows every flaw on your lips.(I recommend a scrub: put on lip balm, rub some sugar on your lips until your lips soften, and wash it all off. )
  2. The product is limited edition, so I wont be able to get more of it :(
All in all, I've been wearing the lipstick everywhere and I absolutely love it!



Reviews!

Some products I received in December and my thoughts!
I have been wearing Forever 21's eyelashes for a while and think they are AWESOME. They only cost $2.80, and they make a few different types, some with rhinestones too. I love these in particular because they are dense and give you the dreamiest eyes. Definately worth it!


I only purchased this when my bodyography cleanser finished, but I'm happy I own it. It leavesmy brushes sparkly clean without much product being used. The only thing I dislike is using the product, I usually pour some on my hand and swirl the brush in it but it is getting annoying. Let me know if you have any other tips!

I received this as a gift and I am loving it. It is the NARS Blush cream stick in Orgasm. Applying it is not too much fun, but I just blend with my fingers until I get that nice rosy glow. Theres some glitter in it when you first apply, but it falls off in a few minutes. Very cute and girly!


I honestly bought this by accident in Sephora by the checkout bins, I didnt even want it, but this mascara is super good! The brush is thick enough to coat your lashes heavily and give you those Sophia Loren lashes. Loveeee this product!
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MIA

Hey readers, sorry I've been missing for a while, but the holidays were totally too chaotic for me, I will return after NYE with a zillion new posts!! Stay tuned!

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Wishlist! Day 2

I've been wanting this for a long time and now I have my first MAC Lipglass ever!
I think this is the perfect stocking stuffer for xmas. It is such a happy color and totally wearable everyday. It costs under 20 bucks, the color is so cute and happy, and its a Lady Gaga Lipglass, who doesnt love her?!
also, all the proceeds go to MAC's fund for Viva Glam.
I think this is perfect for someone who has either of the Gaga or Cindi Lauper lipsticks too, it looks great on top of the lipstick.
I'm so happy to have this product and I'm sure lots of other girls will too!
Happy shopping!

Sunday, November 28, 2010

The brushes I can't live without


It's taken me years to find my go-to makeup ritual, but thanks to MAC's brushes, I have streamlined the process incredibly!

The 239 Eye Shader Brush is perfect for applying
 pigment, gently pressing eyeshadows on,
and lining the lower lashline. I use it everyday &
 it never dissappoints!




The 219 Pencil brush works great in your crease
area. I use it for smoky eyes most often to
define the eye socket.Also, its great for lining
the lower lashline with eyeshadow.
The 217 Blending brush is very handy and I think
this is the one brush you need in your collection
the most. It is good for applying a hghlight on your
browbone; applying a wash of eyeshadow on the lid;
blending together colors for a smoky eye; applying a
pop of blush when it must be precise; and the
possibilities continue! A must-have!

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

How I Store My Eyeshadows

I finally joined the rest of the world and started loving MAC eyeshadows. So far, I have 2 and I've been using them everyday. I buy the ones with a magnetic bottom since they are so much more portable (and cheaper!)
The case is entirely metal, so the magnets on the shadows can be moved around and taken out.


I store my eyeshadows in an old Hello Kitty tin pencil case I had lying around and I think I may attach a mirror to the top part so it's a cute little portable compact.

My (so far) two shadows are Beautiful Iris and Humid both by MAC and I'm officially in love!


"What's My Name" Eye Makeup (kinda)

Hey guys :)

So this is the progress I've made on the Rihanna makeup and I've been rockin it everyday this week so far.
 It is so simple and quick !
Here's How to Do It! :

Brushes I used- MAC 239 Eye Shader Brush
                         MAC 219 Pencil Brush
                         EcoTools Blush Brush

Primer- Too Faced Shadow Insurance

Eyeshadow- MAC Beautiful Iris

Eyeliner-MAC Rapidblack Penultimate Eye Liner
             MAC Eye Kohl in Smolder (to fix up messy spots)

Blush- Tous Colors Blush Trio 02 in Teddy Pink

Mascara- Maybelline's The Falsies Volum' Express

Let me know what you think!