New York Fashion Week Spring 2013 Makeup Looks

Vera Wang

A smoky eye can come in many colors but the rose gold shades used backstage at Vera Wang had us transfixed. Clé de Peau makeup artist Lucia Pieroni achieved the pink-y gilded effect by sweeping a gold shadow over the lid, a brown in the crease and a bronze (damped with water to intensify the shade )

 

Rodarte

Modern medieval was the inspiration behind the heavy gelled hairstyle spotted here. An extreme side-part began just above the ear and tapered off to the crown, creating the illusion of hair that was closely shorn to the scalp. As for the makeup, simple proved to be most striking. NARS makeup artist James Kaliardos swirled a light pink blush on the cheeks and shined up lips with clear, glisten-y gloss.

 

Marc by Marc Jacobs

Shiseido makeup artist Dick Page said << To avoid a "color fight" he kept the skin simple—no blush or bright lip—and instead smudged dark cream liner around the eyes for a soft, smoky eye that hit the right tone.>>

Backstage Essentials: Shiseido Shimmering Cream Eye Color in Caviar

Makeup Before and After (Pornstar Edition)

Well this is only my second before and after post. So I decided why not make it exciting, so of coarse I did not use my own stuff since I'm not the most erm.. scandalous  type. Before you judge me I have to defend myself by saying I am posting this and viewing this strictly from a  beauty stand point . So with no further adue.... drum roll

If you would like to see more Complex Magazine has a list of 25

http://www.complex.com/style/2013/03/25-unbelievable-photos-of-adult-film-stars-before-and-after-applying-make-up/

Nina Dove

Kristina Rose

Sarah Peachez

End of the Day Makeup

Although a dramatic eye, the angle of her cat eye recreates a sad perception.

Saha epitomizes Dramatic makeup in this shot.

Lindsey Wixson wearing a rich red lip color to create a statement lip.

LIP STICK (Laura Mercier Creme Smooth Lip Colour and Creme Lip Colour)

So if you really knew me, you'd know that I love any makeup that reminds me of the infamous 90's makeup. Yes, anything that reminds me of the deep reds and eyeliner. And if you're wondering, yes I do own brown lip stick!

 

Creme Smooth Lip Colour (Tulip)

So when I found that Laura Mercier has a huge range in lip colour, including the best 90's colors, I was stoked. My favorite is the Creme Lip Colour because I found a shade that nobody to date has called me out for being too 90's; infact they compliment me on it. My other favorite is Laura Mercier Creme Smooth Lip colour in Tulip. Although this color is quite bright I think it is still under my 90's code for lip stick since it is one of those color a tween would have used in the era.

 

Creme Lip Colour (Plum Rose)

So if you are like me and 90's was your thing LM is the makeup of your choice!
http://www.lauramercier.co.uk/store/shop/Lipstick_Cr%C3%A8me%20Lip%20Colour_prod190006

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Pricey Tears

Typical Makeup

Brown Smokey Eye

Long Lasting Eye Color (Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Colour)

So you know the one day when you decide you're going to wear eye shadow and have a "look" for a day. Then half way through the day, its gone because you either have rubbed your eye all of twice or when you look in the mirror at lunch it has clumped in your eye crease. Or my fav, when half of the pigment has shifted to under my eye.

Well, ever since I found Laura Mercier's Caviar Stick Eye Color (24$) I fear these dilemmas no more. Basically its a creme pigment. Plus my favorite part about it is that it does not rub off. The only thing that actually takes it off is rubbing with either face wash or makeup remover.

I use either Steel or Sea Shell, and I apply after a base on my eyes, such as my previous post with the eye canvas. I draw it on the lid of my eye then rub it in. Sea Shell it great for a daytime look and as for Steel its more dramatic. But with Steel, I would recommend a cat eye with it since alone it looks a bit odd.

http://www.lauramercier.co.uk/store/shop/Eye%20Shadow_Caviar%20Stick%20Eye%20Colour_prod450002

Makeup Ideas

Sasha Pivovarova

I'd love to post photos of myself with makeup; but don't the models do it Justice !!!!!!!

Agree or Disagree??

Bird Eyes

Smokey/Cat Eye

Black Eye

Concealer Everything (Laura Mercier Undercover Pot)

When you are working full time and want to have a life you need something to not let it show on your face. I started using Secret Camouflage From Laura Mercier but once I found the Undercover Pot (34$)I was in love! It fits in your purse and it has two tones to cover imperfections and setting powder to make sure concealer keeps.

I use the two tones to mix a similar tone to my skin on my finger tips and apply to imperfection or under eyes. When I do use it on my under eye I make sure not to use to much since the skin on this part of the face is the weakest on the body and therefore wrinkles easily. I also use it when imperfection are brought on during the day or if my make up is not holding up.

The only time I use loose setting powder from my undercover pot is when I am using it on the go since there is not a large supply in the pot. But you must carry a powder brush if you plan on using it away from home since it does not provide any such object to apply.

It comes in the below four shades; I do find Laura Mercier makeup basics good products since they are well made and have proper textures for faces. The only downside is that they are made mainly for fair skin tones since I find wrong. But if your are looking for a good brand what i have learned is that you much choose a makeup brand that caters to your skin type. For example Bobby Brown is proper for Asian skin types and colours since it offers more variety.

http://www.lauramercier.co.uk/store/shop/Concealers_Undercover%20Pot_prod220016

Perfect Base for EYE Makeup (Laura Mercier Eye Canvas)

I have been using the Laura Mercier Eye Canvas in EC-1 (22.50 pounds) for over two months now and i always thought is was okay until recently people at my work (PURPLE PR) have been asking how I get my eye shadow to stay on so long. Also they stated that my cat eye look more exagerated because I used a light shade of EC so it made it POP. Basically what I am trying to say if if you need a base for you eye makeup this is top notch. It is a mousse/ cream and you apply before eye makeup or alone to make your eye single tone to brighten it.

if you want me to post photos I can. Did i mention I am amazing at smokey eyes, cat eyes and all eye makeup. So holla!!!

http://www.lauramercier.co.uk/store/shop/Concealers_Eye%20Canvas_prod600016

Makeup makes us transform ... if it keeps

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