Month: July 2011

Cynthia’s Wedding Hair

Beautiful Bride Cynthia and her new hubby Dustin tied the knot on June 25th of this year.  When Cynthia first came into her trial she didn’t appear to have a lot of hair…but wow, did she ever!  This Bride had gorgeous, long, full locks of hair…I had to stop myself from calling her Rapunzel.

Cynthia really wanted a romantic, soft and super feminine look for her Wedding Hairstyle.  I added lots of loose twists on the sides and wrapped locks of hair into an asymmetrical bun.  Cynthia’s look was finished off with a beautiful silver headband, so cute!

Statement Lips

Pretty in Pink

Photo Courtesy of Style.com

Ditch those go-to nudes and dive into summer head first with an eye-popping Statement Lip like the one shown above.  Don’t shy away from these bold shades this summer.  Try pairing this look with a neutral eyelid, lot’s of lengthening black mascara,  and naturally flushed cheeks.   It’s fresh and super feminine.  This is my new favourite look of the moment!  Check out some of my colour recommendations from M.A.C to achieve this look below:

    M.A.C. Cosmetics has come out with a new line of lipsticks called Pro Longwear Lipcream.  Take your lip colour from day to night with this  lightweight, creamy lipstick that promises to stay put for 12 hours.  Unlike most long-wear products, M.A.C.’s product doesn’t  feel dry or tight on the lips at all, it actually has a really smooth texture, which is so important in a lipstick.   For this look I’m obsessed with  the shade  Love Forever! , a gorgeous Fushia colour.  This product will try to a nice matte finish, leave as is, or top off with a gloss.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Top off your Fushia shade with a light gloss like M.A.C.’s Dazzleglass.

These are my absolute favourite glosses from M.A.C.  They are super shiney, soft and sheer with just enough colour to make a statement.  Wear on it’s own, or layer on top of lipstick. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To pack a punch, try applying a bright coloured pigment to your lips.  M.A.C.’s Pigment in Fuchsia can be layered on top of your lipstick to intensify your colour for a nice matte effect. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you’re going for a more natural look this summer and just want a soft wash of colour, try using a tinted lip conditioner.  M.A.C.’s TInted Lip Conditioner SPF 15 in Fuchsia Fix is one of my beach bag essentials.  Not only is the colour super cute, but it’s loaded with an SPF 15, perfect for achieving pouty lips at the beach. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

All Photo’s Courtesy of M.A.C.

D xo

Waterproof your Summer Beach Look

Summer is officially here!  Beach blankets, bikini’s and of course, swimming.  Want to know how to beach it up all summer and still look super cute?   Check out these awesome waterproof beauty products that won’t cause a makeup meltdown.

Must-Have Bronzer:  Tarte Cosmetics Matte Waterproof Mineral Powder Bronzer.  This is a must-have product for summer.  There’s nothing sexier than a summer glow.  This bronzer is all natural and has the most gorgeous golden shade.  It has a natural matte sheen and really softens the texture of your skin making you look naturally glowing all day, even at the beach!

Smudge-Proof Mascara:  I am in love with Urban Decay’s new Cannonball Ultra Waterproof Mascara.  This mascara does exactly as it promises.  It stays on all day in and out of the pool, no smudging or flaking, it separates and lengthens.  I’m obsessed with mascara, I constantly have at least three on the go.  Having a waterproof mascara is a summer beach essential.  I wore this mascara, not only at the beach, but I showered with it as well…just to make sure.  It didn’t budge!  Not only did it stay on, but it retained it’s curl.  This mascara is a must-have.  My only complaint is that it didn’t add the amount of volume that I usually look for in a mascara, so I’ll most likely only be wearing this during the day.

Long-Wearing Liner:  Smashbox’s Jet Set Waterproof Liner is an excellent summer accessory.  It glides on smooth, no clumping or cracking, unlink some other gel formula’s.  There’s also a pretty great colour range for all your cute summer dresses this season.

Flushed Cheeks:  It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of Benefit Cosmetics, and this product has been a beauty staple in my kits for year.  Benefit’s Posie Tint Cheek Stain is my absolute favourite!  I have more pink blush colours than any human being could possibly need…this pink shade is one of the only colours I need to replace regularly.  It’s such a pretty shade of pink that looks great on all my clients.  It honestly looks just like someone’s made you blush.  It’s got a natural sheen, blends pretty easily and the best part…you can use it on your lips too!  How awesome is that?

Kiss-Proof Lip Gloss:  Smashbox has so many wicked products, I’ve reviewed several in the past.  This Lip gloss is no exception.  Smashbox O-Gloss Intuitive Lip Gloss is a unique lip colour that brings out your lips natural pink shade.  This is crazy, but it honestly works!  I bought this product simply out of curiosity, and because I love pink, and I was so amazed at my lip colour.  It’s a clear gloss, but it instantly made my lips turn a pretty soft shade of pink.  Not only was it such a cute colour, but it lasted all day.  This product is always in my beach bag.

No Shine Foundation:  Clinique Cosmetics Superfit Makeup is a great foundation for all your summer activities.  This foundation instantly wicks away moisture and prevents the build up of shine throughout the day.  It has a light to medium coverage for an even-toned, shine-free application.

 

STAY TUNED FOR MORE GREAT SUMMER TIPS!!!

D xo

 

Wedding Wire Rated 2011

 

All Dolled Up Studio

All Dolled Up Studio is now WeddingWire Rated for 2011

Vancouver, British Columbia, July 5th, 2011 – WeddingWire, the nation’s leading wedding technology company, is pleased to announce that All Dolled Up Studio is WeddingWire Rated 2011 for Beauty/Heath. WeddingWire Rated is an annual award program that distinguishes wedding venders across the country for their excellence. Based on hundreds of thousands of recent wedding reviews, WeddingWire Rated is the most recognized and trusted brand among engaged couples looking to find the best local businesses for their wedding.

All Dolled Up Studio has 4 reviews on WeddingWire.   Reviews by our newlywed clients include detailed ratings and insightful descriptions about their experiences working with our business and staff.  Our reviews provide transparency for potential clients, assisting them in making the most informed decisions for their big day.

“We are delighted to unveil the 5th annual WeddingWire Rated program,” said Timothy Chi, CEO, WeddingWire, Inc. “All Dolled Up Studio has made a commitment to capturing their clients experiences on the nation’s leading wedding review site.”

As the largest site for wedding reviews, WeddingWire empowers engaged couples with the most comprehensive and trusted review system available.  The WeddingWire Rated program provides All Dolled Up Studio with a simple platform to capture customer feedback from their wedding planning experience. Newly engaged couples can easily access all of the reviews for All Dolled Up Studio on WeddingWire.com.  We would like to thank our newlyweds for our WeddingWire Rated 2011 recognition.

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