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How to recreate Malin Andersson’s makeup from the Estilo Moda Shoot

This shot is one of the images from a recent shoot I worked on with Estilo Moda bridal shop in Milton Keynes and Take Me Out contestant Malin Andersson.  The theme for this particular look was Paradise – inspired by weddings abroad. Products used were: Primer: MAC Prep+Prime Skin Visage Foundation: Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation [...]

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How to recreate Tina’s Downton Inspired Gibson Tuck Wedding Hair!

Last September I worked with the stunning Tina on her wedding day! She wanted something really unique for her wedding day and was a huge Downton Abbey fan! After trying out a few things at her trial we came up with this style. Using extensions in Tina’s hair to give it a bit of length [...]

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Newsprint Nails!!

  So last night I did these nails on myself!! I saw the picture on Pinterest or Instagram or something similar recently and really fancied trying it! What a great way to make your nails stand out!! It’s so easy as well! I started by filing and shaping my nails and painting them in a [...]

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My makeup – How to!

This is a snap of my makeup before I left the house this morning!   The eyes are the defining feature in this look as I don’t like to wear too much makeup during the day I tend to stick to eyes or lips… For my eyes in this look I started with a Khol [...]

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Reflections image… Makeup how to!

Last week I was working with photographer Chris Jarvis again! I love him experimental style.. This shot was actually created with him stood out on his balcony and the model inside!!   Here’s what I used to create the makeup: I started with a primer from MAC – I used an illuminating one as I [...]

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Golden Eyes for the Party season

  Gold leaf on the eyes was a huge trend at fashion week for this Autumn/Winter… Here’s a more wearable interpretation using shimmery gold eye shadow in the crease and under the eye with a light nude shadow on the lid and black liner for extra drama.  Perfect for the party season.  I love the [...]

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DIY Ombre Hair!!

    I gave my own hair an ombre tint last week using Jerome Russel Bblonde Highlighting Kit and Nice ‘n Easy colour 117 – Natural medium golden brown.  I had to dye my roots as they were showing and I didn’t want to do the whole head as then I wouldn’t be able to [...]

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How to contour like Kim Kardashian…

I love this snap Kim Kardashian tweeted a few weeks ago! It shows just what makeup artist Scot Barnes does to highlight her best features and give her that amazing bone structure! To achieve this look start with a primer and all over base of your natural skin tone, using a lighter concealer down the [...]

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Marbling nails!

So I’ve been teaching myself to marble nail polish – being as its a pretty big trend at the moment I figured I better give it a go! It’s actually surprisingly easy and I love the effect!  All you need to do is grab a small bowl – line it with clingfilm and about 3/4 fill it [...]

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How to summer proof your makeup!

This sudden (and likely short lived!) sunny spell in England wrecks havoc with our makeup.  As we rarely get temperatures this hot most places aren’t air conditioned and offices are hot and stuffy causing serious makeup meltdown!!  Here is a few tips to help you survive a hot and sweaty day!   Firstly – go for lighter [...]

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