Monday, March 5, 2012

Brow Power!

What do your eyebrows say about you?  Are they understated and simple?  Are they bold and full?  Or are they over-plucked and need some repair?  Eyebrows make such a difference in your entire face.  Too dark can be overpowering and harsh.  Too light and your eyes become shapeless and have no structure.  When was the last time you really looked at their shape and color, and do you like what you see?  
Here are some helpful tips for making the best of your BROWS!

Tip #1-  Don't over pluck!  Although plucking is necessary, don't have a heavy hand about.  Constantly take a few steps back from the mirror and access.  Make sure you don't have a huge gap in the middle, skinny little line eyebrows, or have two tadpole looking eyebrows.
Here is a helpful guide to show you how the brow should be shaped:


Tip #2- Fill in your Brows, even if it's just a little!  Most people's eyebrows start to thin towards end, so start at the arch and fill in the ends with a pencil or powder.  If you have very light eyebrows naturally, pick a light blonde shade and fill in between the hairs.  It's important to have a little shape, and you don't want them to disappear from a distance!  And remember, if your eyebrows are too light and thin, they will disappear in pictures!  Like this:


However- Avoid filling them too dark!  Like this:

Tip #3-  Trim them!  If they tend to get bushy and full, you can groom them by brushing up the hair and trimming them with cosmetic scissors.  This also keeps your eyebrows in place better, they will stay tamed.  If you're too nervous to do this, then it's a great opportunity to go to a PROFESSIONAL for help.  They will wax all the strays, trim and get them looking fabulous!  Then it's easier to follow their shape when plucking! 

Here are some examples of great eyebrows!!  

 For Darker Brows


Medium Tones

And Red heads or Blondes

XO - L & D

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Allison & Patrick Wedding!!

We were honored to be a part of such an amazing wedding during the Holidays.  Allison, her family, and her friends were such a lovely group of women!  We had a great time spending the day with them.  The wedding was at the Mission Inn in Riverside, a stunning old hotel with vintage charm.  
Here's a look at the beautiful pictures captured by Racz Photography













Special thanks to Melody and Vanessa, couldn't have done it without you girls!  

XO- L & D

Monday, February 27, 2012

Academy Award's Top Makeup & Hair looks

Another Awards show has come and gone, and The Oscar's did not disappoint!  We found ourselves loving so many red carpet looks and great Hair & Makeup!  Here are the favorites of the night . . . 

Michelle Williams in Coral lips and a Tangerine Gown.  Her hair stood out from all the buns and curls, very unique and right on trend!


Emma Stone - Great classic updo, fresh and natural makeup with winged out eyeliner.  And that scarlet dress is stunning!


Penelope Cruz in a glamourous retro look- absolutely stunning hair and makeup!


Angelina Jolie- She's sexy and she knows it!   We love her messy wavy hair, cat eyes and bright red lip.  And the dress is a show stopper


Jessica Chastian was looking so gorgeous with half up hair and waves,  Golden makeup with an extra heavy winged black eyeliner.  


Milla Jovovich stood out from the crowd with her vintage wavy up-do and perfect makeup.  Love those red lips against her white dress!


Tina Fey looked extra beautiful in Navy Blue.  Her high bun was done right, with extra volume- not too tight.  Her makeup was perfect and soft, emphasizing her eyes.


Love Kristin Wigg and Maya Rudolf, and we thought both looked so beautiful!


And last but not least, Viola Davis looked so great in a Kelly Green gown, touches of green eyeshadow, and her hair lightened.  She was glowing!

XO - L & D

Thursday, February 23, 2012

Love it or Hate it: Grammy Recap!!



Love- Red lips/Glam Hair


Hate- Bed Head Look


Love- Big Hair/ Nude Lips


Hate-Natural eyes/Orange Dress/Black undies


Love-Pink Lips/ Side Part


Hate- All of it


Love- Hair / Lips


Hate- Arm GUN-Love- Hair/Makeup


Hate- Gaga wannabe


Love-Smokey Eyes/Nude Lip/Sexy Hair


Love it all minus the bun


 Hate- Blue Hair/ Like Eyes only


Love- IT ALL


Hate- 

XO- D & L






Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Tangerine Wedding Inspiration

The official color of 2012 is 
TANGERINE
We are seeing this color pop up everywhere, as well as it's friends-- Coral, Orange, Peach, and Melon.  It's all over the runways, magazines, stores, and making a huge impact in beauty as well!

What better way to incorporate this lovely color than into your spring or summer wedding!  Whether your entire wedding party is drenched in orange, or you only add light accents, you're sure to be right on trend this year.  Here are some images that we are loving that really showcase the wide range of these bright colors.  























XO ~ D & L