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When creating the look for my kate spade new yorkshoot I knew I wanted something simple, fun, and of course pink. And I knew exactly who to ask. Ms. Claudia Mejerle. Claudia’s been making brides and celebs beautiful for years and I’ve had the pleasure of working with her on several occasions. And today I’m turning the blog over to her so she can walk you through the steps and tools she used to create my look. So without further ado, and in Claudia’s own words…
Step 1. After applying your moisturizer and foundation and taking care of any concealing, prep the eye lids with a primer to even out the skin. Trish McEvoy’s Eye Base Essentials in “Nude” is perfect.
Step 2. Sweep a thin line of gel eye liner on your top lash line with skinny and pointed brush, such as the Bdellium 710. Extend the line slightly past the outer corner. I used the Bobbi Brown Gel Liner in “Black Ink” for a crisp, defined eye. Side note from MKR…this eye liner was amazing. Usually by hour two my liner starts to smudge making my pale skin look dark and tired, but even after hour 5 it didn’t move. Loved it!
Step 3. After several doses of mascara on the top lashes, I used the MAC 217 brush to work a soft wash of light taupe shadow in the crease of the eye to enhance it further. Everyone needs to own at least one of these brushes!
Step 4. To warm up the entire look I then gave her cheeks a hint of color by dusting a sheer, pink blush on the apples of your cheeks. The Dior “Rosy Glow” blush is a favorite and works on nearly everyone!
Step 5. To finish the look with that shocking pink lip Mandy loves I used the Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Lip Balm Stain in “Lovesick.” This is hands down the best and brightest pink. I love this product because it has great pigment, moisture and doesn’t move for hours.
So my Loves, there you have it from the expert herself…the easiest how-to for a pink pout and an eye that pops. I must admit I loved this whole look it’s got me thinking…do you want to see more beauty tutorials on WOM? truly, MKR
With bridal season about to be in full swing I’ve paired up with kate spade new york and some amazing Creatives to bring you an entire week of celebrating the bride to be. I’m talking tablescapes, desserts, invites, florals, gifting, outfits, beauty how-tos, etiquette tips, and yes cake. There will be lots of cake. Ooooooh and cotton candy. Lots of cotton candy. But today let’s start where all great stories start, at the beginning.
When I think of kate spade new york I think fun. Girly. Colorful. And of course, their black and white stripes. Which worked out perfectly since black, white, and stripes just happen to be some of my favorite things. But I couldn’t just leave it at all black and white…well I could, but I didn’t, I mean this is bridal. So I added in pops of gold, silver and a full palette of pinks sprinkled throughout.
The invitation, in true kate spade form, set the tone with a shocking pink envelope lined in gold “xo” polka dots and a bow tie RSVP card complete with a striped grosgrain ribbon. A floating floral centerpiece hung over the boldly set black and white striped table with kate spade’sCastle Peak place settings and Dot champagne glasses. And cookies donning the brides soon to be new initial and a kate spade logo were the perfect finishing touch.
So with the table set, and the champagne poured we were officially ready to celebrate. And celebrate, we did! I can’t wait to share more details with you tomorrow, but until then I hope you’re feeling inspired whether you’re the bride to be, the host, or just someone who loves to entertain. Happy Monday Loves! truly, MKR
1. Someday when I have my dream home with my dream closet, and my dream gift wrapping room, and my dream wine cellar, there will also be my dream stove. The La Cornuestove. The end all be all of stoves. And it’s also moments like this when I realize how old I’m getting because I’m dreaming of stoves.
2. A trip to Blackberry Farm. This has been on my wish list for years. YEARS I tell you! One day it will happen. One day I will go to that farm and marvel in it’s beauty, eat all their food, and yes drink all of their wine.
3. Roots. An amazing new cookbook for the veggie minded like myself.
4. Stoneware brie baker. I challenge you to find a more perfect gift for the host, hostess or anyone who loves to cook. And it also comes in white.
5. Rifle Paper Companypolka dot tin recipe box. Though I love my technology some things are best written.
6. Ice Milk Apron. Because one can never look too good…even when cooking.
7. Silpat Mats. Probably my number 1 cooking MUST. I have 6 of these, and honestly I can always use more. They are hands down, the absolute best no stick mat on the market.
8. Williams Sonoma Tagine. I have been wanting to try this North African cooking method for quite some time now, and these hand painted tagine’s make it even more enticing.
9. French Press. This cup of coffee is worth the wait.
10. Cook’s One Line A Day Memory Book. The perfect stocking stuffer for the food obsessed.