Bold and Neutral Makeup {Tutorial}

The March 2013 Starlooks Starbox was what you could easily call a "mixed" makeup box. The products received were a beautiful combination of bold and neutral colors - everything you could possibly need to pull off one of the coolest smoky eyes and boldest lip looks for this Spring/Summer season.

Three essential makeup products (sent in the March starbox) you will need are the following:

• Moisture Rich Lipstick in Flutter  (bold)
• Eye Shadow Matte (single) in Disarray  (neutral)
• Lengthening Mascara in Black    (neutral)

Blue is one of the newest ways to wear a smoky eye. Although shades of blue are considered to be "cool" tones, blue is a color that flatters every skin tone. To pull off this neutral but cool smoky eye do the following steps:

1. Apply a eye primer over the lid and under the bottom lash line
2. Using a small dome brush, apply a yellow/gold eye-shadow beginning at the inner corner stopping at the midpoint of the eye lid
3. With another dome brush, apply disarray to the outer corner of eye, stopping where the yellow/gold shadow begins.
4. Softly blend the colors on top as to "diffuse" any harsh lines
5. Using a small blending brush, apply a light shade of bronzer to the crease and blend
6. Lastly, using a very small angle brush, apply a tiny amount of the yellow/gold shadow to the first half of the bottom lash line; then apply disarray to the other half of bottom lash line making sure to softly blend these shadows under lash line.
7. Top of this smoky eye by applying two (or more!) coats of lengthening mascara in black.

The cool neutral makeup is done, now let's move onto the bold portion of this look. In this case the lips will be the focus - as such having smooth lips is an absolute MUST.

The first step to moisturized and smooth lips is to exfoliate using a simple sugar scrub. Apply a small amount of the Starlooks "vanilla" Lip Sugar over lips - using your finger, gently rub sugar into lips in small circular motions. Lastly, tissue off - you should feel the difference immediately.

Next, apply moisture rich lipstick in flutter all over the lips - You can do this by applying lipstick directly onto lips or by using a lip brush.

Here is a glimpse of what this bold and neutral makeup looks like:

All the products used in this Bold and Neutral Makeup tutorial can be found in the links that follow:

• i-primer in ip10 medium
• Moisture Rich Lipstick in Flutter  (bold)
• Eye Shadow Matte (single) in Disarray  (neutral)
• Lengthening Mascara in Black  (neutral)
• Vanilla Lip Sugar

Now it's YOUR turn: Would you wear this bold and neutral makeup look? Which product from the March Starbox do you like the best? Let us know in the comments!
PS. If you would like to see this bold and neutral makeup tutorial in a video, let us know in the comments!


Disclosure: I received the March Starbox for the purpose of this tutorial and review - all photos and opinions are 100% my own. Please be advised that the links posted in this makeup tutorial are NOT affiliate links. In other words, I DO NOT get compensated if you choose to purchase these items. The product links are ONLY to assist you in the event you are indeed interested in buying these items, or becoming a monthly Starlooks subscriber. For a full detailed disclosure used for this lifestyle website, please refer to our DISCLOSURE page at the top of this post.

Jennifer Ouellette: Trendy Headbands

Wearing headbands is a timeless fashion accessory. The headband can be worn no matter the occasion or weather situation. Fashionable headbands can easily be considered a fashion trend of the ages.  This is exactly what can be expected from Jennifer Ouellette  and her line of headbands. Jennifer Ouellette is a premier hair dress designer in New York City.

What makes Jennifer Ouellette’s designs so special?

Jennifer’s sense of design began during her childhood days, while spending time in her mother’s vintage clothing store in St. Louis, Missouri. She graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia, majoring in Textile and Apparel Management & Costume Design. Jennifer continues to combine her passion for vintage fashion with her modern New York City style. Using her needle and thread as an artist uses pencil and paint, she applies her manual sewing techniques to her millinery sculptures with loving detail.

In 1999, she was granted a US patent for the development of a unique headband design and construction, whose focus was to provide comfort and value. Her sustainable approach to her design proves that she is a recycling artist. “I get creative when I start to clean my studio, reinventing our scraps is my expertise. I am content when we have zero waste.”

Jennifer Ouellette’s work has been included in some of the  fashion’s best periodicals around the world and her loyal customers demand more than shallow trends to compliment their style. Her designs are full of vitality and innovation, with inspirations from history, science and nature.

Jennifer Ouellette does not just sell hair dresses and accessories for profit, their utmost aim is providing quality fashion accessories. This is the exact reason why they always provide guaranteed satisfaction to their customers.

This is one of their most favorite designs.

An enchanting beauty that even your little girl could not resist wearing.

Now onto the good news!

FadandGlamor.com and Jennifer Ouellette and a group of amazing bloggers are giving away 9 headbands to 4 lucky followers! A total estimated value of more than $400.

THE PRIZES:

1st Winner – 3 headbands ($150 value)

2nd Winner – 2 headbands($100 value)

3rd Winner – 2 headbands ($100 value)

4th Winner – 2 headbands ($80 value)

This giveaway is open WORLDWIDE (free shipping) 

Event begins today, May 28 ans will end on June 10, 2012 at 11:59 PM EST.

No purchase or sign up required to enter. 

The winners will be emailed and has 24 hours only to respond, otherwise, another winner/s will be drawn.

So, please make sure you always check the email address that you’ve submitted in this giveaway.

 Kindly submit your entries on the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck and stay beautiful!

Our Favorite Arm Candy by Made It!

SPRING IS IN THE AIR!

In 1 word-CHIC!

This Spring has been all about the "arm-candy", 0ne of the easiest of trends that can be worn by everyone. There are so many different styles to wearing "arm candy" its almost impossible to choose a favorite style.

Choosing our favorite has been a difficult a choice as any, but we have Made It!  In black, gold and plum:

Made It! Black

Made It! Gold

Made It! Plum

We are completely obsessed with these lightweight leather bangles from Made It! These bangles look so on trend with antique gold accent bars, which showcase a style all your own when you wear them in multiples or even singles with any outfit you choose, you can even pair these with other types of bangles or bracelets you  have in your collection...

It's all about wrist parties this season!

Special Note Just for You: Want to rock a pair of these Made It! Leather Bangles? Get a set of 10 bangles today for 75% off! These bangles retail for $35, but your price is only $9!  Not to mention that there is FREE SHIPPING!


As always, it's so important for me to tell you how excited I am to be able to bring these special fashion events to my readers and their friends! Please stay tuned as we have a few other specials to share with you during this weekend ~ Can't wait for all my wonderful fashionistas to see them!

For the Boho Chic: Bohemian Rhapsody Accessories

SPRING IS IN THE AIR!

Claim your FREE Bohemian Rhapsody Ring Here

Happy Wednesday Beauties!

Since we are in the middle of the week I wanted to share something special that would help uplift our fashion spirits....

Every Spring is a chance for renewal, so be a risk-taker with your self-expression. Try bohemian fashions with a twist, like strong bamboo rings, full of color and soul. We love how it combines lightweight, easy-to-wear bamboo with sweet and classic floral motifs.

Here is your chance to get a FREE BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY BAMBOO RING ($27 value) and FREE SHIPPING just for joining sneakpeeq!

I hope all of my amazing beauties gets their free ring! There are so many fabulous fashion items at sneakpeeg it's hard to choose which item to get first!

Spring trend: Layering outfits

Two Tone Cocoon Cardigan by Gold Hawk

During the spring months, the weather can be ever changing. One day the weather can be perfect for wearing a dress or skirt, and then the next day it could be raining outside causing the temperature to do down drastically. When this is the case, knowing how to pull off an outfit by layering comes into play. 

Continue reading article.....Spring trend: Layering outfits 

Get the Viva el Color Look: Video Tutorial

Do you ever feel that sometimes it is easier to watch an expert makeup artist put a look together rather than just reading an article? At times I do.

Today I wanted to share a video tutorial of makeup artist, Mai Quynh, putting the Viva el Color Look on a model using mark. products, which are both affordable and high quality cosmetics. (I can say this with a straight face because these are the cosmetics that I have used for a few years and I highly recommend them to all my beauties!)

Take a few minutes to watch how easy it is to pull this look together.





How easy did that seem? Easy enough right? I thought so too. Here is a list of the products Mai Quynh used to get this look:

Primed for Perfection Face Primer
Min-A-Real Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Min-A-Real Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Good Glowing Mosaic Blush Custom Color Palette
Keep It Going Longwear Eyeliner & Shadow
Lash All You Want High-Volume Mascara
Lipclick SPF 15 Color Shine Lipstick

Now it's your turn: 
Interested in getting any of these or all of these products? Please let me know via email
put "Viva el Color Look" in the subject line with your request.   Keep in mind, registration is FREE - There is FREE Shipping for orders over $30 and FREE gifts included in every order!

How to Get the "Tousled Wavy" Effect for Your Hair

The Tousled Wavy hairstyle has been trending for quite a while now. Some of us may think that we cannot style our hair this way because it is either too short, too thin, or we are just not that fortunate to have a hair stylist at home with us 24/7.

What if I told you that there is an easy way to achieve the tousled wavy hairstyle at home without the need of a hair stylist? It is possible, thank you to the editors of  Total Beauty.

Total Beauty has simplified this hair style process:

Step 1 = Prep Hair in shower by using products that will moisturize hair and control frizz.

Step 2 = Towel dry hair. Now you need some product: (1) if your hair is curly- use a little bit of gel (2) if your hair is straight or fine- use a volumizing mouse through out hair.

Step 3 = Blow Dry hair. You want to flip your over, use a diffuser (if you have one)if not just use your normal hair dryer. You want to make sure your hair is partially dry - Total Beauty recommends hair should be 85% dry only -

Okay, these are the basic three (3) steps for every hair length. Please click on the appropriate photo below for your hair length to see the remaining detailed steps for finishing the Tousled Hair Look.

For Short Hair:

Step Four - Six

For Medium Length Hair:

Steps Four and Five

Step Six thru Nine

For Long Hair:

Steps Four thru Seven

Now It's Your Turn: Do you think you can achieve this look by following these easy steps?

How to get the Violet Femme Fatal Look

Wearing bold colors on eyelids is not the only trend noticed on the runway this year. Another eye beauty makeup trend is using hues of pink, purples and lilacs blended together for a smoldering seductive stare.

violet femme -face chart

To achieve this look, there are a few products that are needed.

I-mark Violet Femme shades

Application:

(1) apply a thin layer of eye primer to eyelids and under lower eyelashes

(2) using the i-mark shade violet ink (darkest shade) over the lids going up to the crease and along the lower lash lines

(3) apply i-mark shade pink dust on lids from crease going up to brow bone - make sure to blend this shade in as well as you can

(4) apply third i-mark shade mystical (lighter purple) in the inner corners of eyes

(5) apply eyeliner to the lower lash line

(6) apply mascara to both upper and lower lashes


Next, to achieve the over-all face Highlights, you will need this product.

all the Highlights Soft Glow Illuminator

Application:

(1) Lightly dust all the highlights over entire face - concentrating on cheek bones & chin. This will give you the "glow" effect.


About these products:

The I-mark Violet Femme Shades are long-lasting color shades which can be bought individually. Doing that you can easily combine shades to create different eye-looks.

The All the Highlights Soft Glow Illuminator is the perfect powder to use in getting the complete "glow" effect on entire face without going overboard! The colors in the illuminator palette can be worn by all skin-tones.



Where To Buy:  mymarkstore
Product Names: I-mark Violet Femme Shades & All the Highlights Soft Glow Illuminator

Now It's Your Turn: Where would you wear this look to? Everyday, for the Office, or just for a Date-Night?

Loud Lids

One of the makeup style trends making its appearance this season, has been inspired by the Bold Eye as seen displayed on the runway.

loud lids

To get this same look - this is the color palette you will need:

on the dot - eye color palette

Application:

(1) apply a thin layer of eye primer.

(2) using the palette above - use shade #1 ( the first dot in first row) applying it to the entire eye lid.

(3) using the palette above - use shade #8 ( the second dot in third row) applying it to the upper lash line going into the creases, then extending the color to the outer corner of the eye.

(4) apply water-proof mascara to both upper & lower lashes



For a more dramatic finish:

(1) using palette above - use shade #4 ( the first dot in second row) applying it to the lower lash line


About on the dot palette:

Each of the nine (9) shades have metallic finishes. The shades can be used together to achieve high - impact looks, such as this Loud Lid.


Where to Buy: mymarkstore
Product Name: On The Dot

Now It's Your Turn: Which shade of On The Dot color palette do you like best?

Trend Alert: 70's Chic

70's Chic Casual Spring Trend

Today's Trend Alert is all about the 70's Chic Casual Look. I can definitely see why this outfit could be worn to any casual event or worn as an everyday outfit. These pieces are versatile, making them MUST haves in any fashion-istas closet! 

Let's look at it piece by piece:

Where To Buy

This Spring Blazer can be worn with a blouse and jeans, over a simple tank top, even over a colored T-Shirt.

Where To Buy

These are cute Spring Sandals

Where To Buy

A Bohemian inspired bag in soft leather gives you a relaxed yet stylish vibe to your outfit

Where To Buy

Unique Feather Earrings are a classy pair. Every single Feather earring is "unique" because each earring is a leaf - there are NO two leaves alike!

These Spring fashion pieces have made their way on my shopping list.  Cant wait for these to arrive at my doorstep! 

Now it's Your Turn: How are you liking this 70's inspired look? Which items can you see yourself rocking this Spring?

Hottest Trend for Spring: NEON

Being a child of "........" years, I can vividly remember when wearing neon colors was considered to be "oh so trendy". Well, as in sometimes tends to happen in the world of fashion, some trends come and leave for good, while other trends come back and with a vengeance!

The fashionistas at beautyriot.com have conveniently put together a list of ways this Neon Trend can be worn. So let's see some of the ideas they came up with:

#1 - Pink Neon Lips

#2 - Louboutin Inspired Neon Stilettos  (Hell yea!)

#3 - A Neon Clutch

#4 - Neon Nail Art - Yes, a MUST Do!

#5 - Another Neon Weave Inspired (NOT HAIR) Clutch

#6 - Infinity Neon Scarf - This is a definite BUY!

#7 - A Neon Painted Bangle - Lovely

#8 - Not a Clutch Babe? No worries - Get a Neon Messenger Bag instead!

#9 - A Neon Felted Necklace - Use cautiously, please!

#10 - A Simple yet Bright Neon Orange & Pink Outfit

There are just a few of the suggestions in beautyriot.com slideshow. If you are intrigued and would like to see the entire fashion article: please click here.

Now My Fashion Mavens, it's Your Turn: Out of these 10 Neon item suggestions, which do you see yourself wearing this Season?