Sally the Rag Doll

Sally the Rag Doll from Tim Burton's the Nightmare Before Christmas is a fav of mine for Halloween. I love the look and the costume is just as fun! Here is my spin on the look and an option for you this Halloween. Our third annual Halloween Contest is coming up soon!!!

Snow White

Halloween is coming ladies! What are you going to be? I will be starting the Halloween series this week and hope that you will send in requests! Our first look will be Snow White. This little princess was beloved and sweet, albeit just a touch naive (NEVER take apples from strangers!). For the original movie the animators actually took real makeup and applied it to her in every frame. Her lips were also more of a brown red but has become iconic apple red for anyone doing the look now. I hope you like it =).
Speaking of Halloween, attention anyone in the Utah Valley area, I invite you to Witch's Night at Gardener's Village. I'll be there all decked out and looking to meet YOU! Are you coming? Will I see you there? Hope so = D!!!

Smokey Eye Request

Shelby, you have been SO patient and I appreciate it. I get so many requests and I get to them all as soon as I can. They are all so gorgeous!!! Thanks for all of the requests and keep them coming. You can now find me starting my boards on Pinterest under Classy Cosmetics =).

P.S. Do you have the Instagram app for your phone? I {heart} it in a major way! You can do this kind of effect with pictures taken with your phone. My husband does such a great job that I am trying to hire him to do ALL of my photos on the blog ;).

10 Min Smokey Eye

For the most part five minute faces are fun to see what you can accomplish. I know that I love them! I thought though that realistically we may have a bit longer than that. If my husband asked me out and found a sitter for the kids I know he would at MiNiMuM give me ten minutes. So HeRe it is a 10 minute smokey eye complete with lashes. Look polishes, classy, sophisticated QUICKLY! Enjoy =).

Products Used:
Revlon Color Stay Foundation in Early Tan
MAC Studio Fix Powder in NW 25
Nicole Miller Bronzer
Coastal Scents Blush (top row first color)
UDPP
Naked Palette
- Creep
- Virgin on lid and brow
Nicole Miller bronzer just above Creep
Lash Blast Mascara
Demi Whispies lashes in black
Coastal Scents bottom corner browns for brow
Honey Love lipstick from MAC
Clear Lipglass from MAC
Blacktrack Fluidline from MAC

Elizabeth Taylor Tribute

 Elizabeth Taylor was such an icon. In the movies she was on point and direct and with makeup (in her earlier years) I felt she was one of the greats! I felt it was time I did a tribute to the look and feel of this Hollywood starlet. Here is my take on her look in general, not from any one picture but I thought I'd put up a few that would demonstrate her rich beauty. I think it took me a while to pay homage to her because for the longest time she left a bad taste in my mouth. She was lovely but unfortunately stole a few husbands in her day. I LOVE Debbie Reynolds and Liz took her hubby = (...look at me talking about them as if I know them! =) Anyway, I loved her look, at least, and wanted to give my interpretation of all the little details that made up Elizabeth's face. I hope you like it!

 Can't you just SEE Camilla Belle playing her in a movie??? It's ridiculous how much alike they look!

Classic, stunning, gorgeous.

Summer Look For Blue Eyes

Sucker Punch Babydoll Tutorial

I have gotten quite a few requests for this look and it was about time to do it. I haven't seen the movie but I hear it is visually stunning and worth it. Have you seen it? Was it any good? Well, this little chica was the most understated as far as makeup was concerned out of all of them. I remember her from A Series Of Unfortunate Events and RARELY do I think that someone who has dark hair naturally looks better blond. Gwen Stefani is one and now this girl is another. I LOVE it!!! I am for sure a fan of the glowing skin and the pink cheeks. Overall, one of my fav looks and I might just do the hair thing again = D. Enjoy!!!

Hot Smokey Summer Eye

Turn up the heat with this smoldery eye! I haven't been feeling all that great this past week but inspiration struck and now I give you the silent movie era of makeup tutorials =). The music makes me want to do a 1920's flapper look...and I think I just might!!! My fav part is that it took my husband this long to show me how to speed up videos and change transitions. I feel like I am BURSTING with new ideas now!!! This video normally would have been 8 min long but since I sped it up to match the theme it's HALF that! Also, I hold up a brown shadow toward the beginning and don't tell you the name is Embark from MAC.

Well, I am off to bed for more sleep. I need it since my son's birthday party is coming up and I want to kick this sickness to the CuRb! Get this, he asked for a Halloween Birthday Bash in June =). I am beYOND excited since that is one of my FAVORITE holidays. Can I share the invites with you?

 We made a mold of his finger, roughed it up, tied a reminder ribbon around it and laid it on a soft bed of reindeer moss. I was DYING when I saw how cute and little his fingers were =). Thank you Martha!!!

Bridal Makeup Tutorial - Soft Smoky Eye

I'm back with another Bridal Makeup Tutorial. This look is a bit more dramatic then my previous bridal looks. This look is great for the bride that is not afraid to play with makeup and really wants to play up her eye.

Products used:

Face

Make Up For Ever HD Foundation #125

Nars Concealer Duo - Custard/Ginger

Mac Melba blush

Eyes

Mac Painterly Paint Pot

Mac Smolder khol pencil

Mac Print e/s

Mac Texture e/s

Mac Cork e/s

Mac Brule e/s

L'Oreal Voluminous Mascara

Ardell 120 Demi Lashes

Lips

Joe Fresh lipgloss in Chai

xo Eman

Fantasy Fairy Makeup

This is just whimsical fun =). My fav is seeing my youngest Branson in the background. He kept saying (with a confused look),"Um. you look (pause) pretty Mommy?" Yes it was in the form of a question LOL. I have to admit that I didn't love how the brown line underneath turned out but practice makes perfect right? =) Come with me to a land of fairies. If you want to blend in, you may want to try this look out....okay I'm a geek but ENJOY!!!

Naked Pallette

Another J-Lo look but you knew this was coming =). I wanted my first look from this pallette to be her and I LOVE this look but H.A.T.E my camera and how it isn't HD. It doesn't pick up the colors like I would like and I am SO in the market for another!!!

And The Winners Are..........

 JoRdAn!!! She had the most referrals and therefore gets first prize =) Congrats sister!!! Email me and let me know where you want your goodies sent. Now the second winner is chosen by Random.org and here it is:

Rebecca said...

I am a follower! I always love reading and watching everything you post! 

Congrats Rebecca!!! Email me your address and I can send you your prize =).

Jennifer Lopez Tutorial

Okay, okay I'm listening! = )You asked for more Jennifer and here she is! Lopez really lights up the (whatever color) carpet with this look. Her makeup artist is very in tune with what looks flawless on her skin. The hint of purple in the crease compliments her eyes and the soft orange right above that compliments her skin. She couples the same orange on her cheek and a hint of it in her lips as well. If you want to know how to get this look click the video below!

Votre Vu and MAC Giveaway!!! *CLOSED*

 So I think you are all such great followers. Do you know that? I love hearing your emails and comments. Some have moved me to tears with how you had "given up" and not felt like you had the time to put any effort into "you". Trust me when I say that I have been in your shoes. I have woken up with two little boys, not had time to do ANYthing to or for myself and had no car to get around (we still only have one) so I figured, why get ready? What a WASTE of product when no one will see me. I barely even saw my husband during the years of working and going to school full time. I would be in bed most nights before he got home. I remember back to a time where I was counseled to look my best to feel my best. It didn't mean being overly shallow and obsessing about what I looked like on the outside. It means getting out of bed, knowing that you are important to not only your family but to someone who has a perfect love and wants to see you happy. For me that is my Heavenly Father and my Savior Jesus Christ. I am sorry if this offends anyone who isn't spiritual but it is who I am and I love what my faith offers me =). I know that I am important and it makes a difference when thinking about my inner and outer appearance. It's not rocket science to know that if you get out at least 3 times a week to exercise, even if it's not that strenuous, your body will thank you! Endorphins will be released leaving you happy and healthy. Washing your face every night will make you feel clean and will keep your face clear. Eating healthily will keep you energized and will help with clear skin. For those of you that are moms, set aside time for yourself to do a five minute "face" so that you feel ready to face the day. It could be the five minutes before your hubby gets home but make the time to feel pretty. I've been trying something new that I want to share. First off, I miss going to work (somewhat LOL) because I got dressed up, put makeup on and I felt a part of something...a team! What I have been doing is saying to myself Monday Wednesday and Friday are my "work days". I get up a bit earlier, put on my makeup and a nice casual outfit. Being a mom is my "job" so I plan activities, projects and meetings with my "team" (even if the attention span isn't the same LOL). My days off are for SURE earned and I wear sweats and no makeup if I feel like it =). I want you to know that each and every one of you is worth MILLIONS!!!!! Take the time to pat yourself on the back for the good that you do, the projects you either finish or even attempt to finish. Strive to be the type of person that everyone loves being around and you will be beautiful inside and out.

Having already written a novel it's time to give back to you to show my thanks. I am so excited to partner up with Marti to offer you a great beauty giveaway! You will be able to try out the amazing french skin care goodies that have been gracing several magazine covers and articles, a SIGMA trial sized brush, PLUS a 6 color MAC palette!!! It doesn't stop there, we are going to have two winners this time =). Our first prize winner will receive the Votre Vu Skin Care, the MAC shadow palette and the brush. Our runner up will also receive Votre Vu goodies in addition to my FAV lashes, the Demi Whispies in black and a Maxine's Mop brush!!! How do I enter? Well, I am so glad you asked ; ). It's really quite simple. You must:

- be a follower (that's a given right?) =) this is open world wide p.s.!!!
- be 18 years old or have parent's permission to give out address to receive prize
- refer as many people as you can to do the same
- leave a comment saying that you follow and anything else you want =D
- have your "referrals" do the same and list YOU as their referrer (is that a word?)

Our first prize will go to the person that refers the most people and our runner up will be chosen by random.org. Our contest starts today 4/10/2011 and end one week from today 4/17/2011 at midnight MST.  Good luck!!!

Kim Kardashian Tutorial

This is our third Kim Kardashian look and I love this one just as much as the others. Enjoy!!! =) Keep those requests coming!

Color Explosion!!!

Spring 2011 gives us an infuse of color the likes of which we haven't seen in years. Most seen colors on the New York runways of fashion week? Bright blues,  bright chartreuse (is there any other kind?), bright pink, bright reds...Are you seeing a pattern??? 

*BRIGHT* 

Whites, tans and golds were also thrown into the mix whilst incorporating these bright colors. Look at these yummy images below to see how this trend plays out in clothing and makeup. 

Makes me think of Gidget movies from the late 50's early 60's...well maybe not the head piece...
(image from Vogue)

All shades of red are welcome, but look below for SHOCK value!
(image from Vogue)

(image from Vogue)

(Sean Cunningham for HB)

Shocking blue can be found on all types of accessories.

(Sean Cunningham for HB)

(Sean Cunningham for HB)
Hot pink is fantastic and also very daring. If you can't commit to the brightness in a large way try it out on your lips first. My fav?  Girl About Town from MAC.

Chartreuse may be a color I have to lightly tread into. My goal this next month? Find one way I can incorporate this bold color into my wardrobe. I think it DoEs look pretty fantastic with that tan!

 (Sean Cunningham for HB)

Without QUESTION I heart white! I am even changing my whole ROOM to have white bedding, large white flower arrangements around the room and I LOVE me a great white T with jeans!!!!! I absolutely love these flowing frocks of yumminess and want them like yesterday!

Tan.

Oh the warmness and chicness of tan. You just can't go wrong. Well, maybe you can...

And last but not least GOLDS. 

 Who doesn't love to sparkle and shine? Find an excuse to sparkle sometime this month and if you don't have a reason MAKE one! Have a girls night out and have everyone step it up a notch. Sometimes I get tired of reserving my cute little dresses for Sunday and wear them out when everyone is in jeans. THAT'S OKAY! Rock a look and have fun with it. If you're looking for a fab eye color to go with your sparkle, brush on some MAC Motif (looks gold but has a pink pearl shine to it) and out you go!

Long Lashes...Minus the Liner

Liquid eyeliner looks great but if you want your lashes to go on for miles nix the liner. Here we talk about how to do that with false lashes since you still need to hide the band.

Quick Looks Green & Pink

 If you'll notice I have one pink and one green eye. The fun never stops here! Hope everyone is having a fabulous March! I wanted to do more looks utilizing the 88 palette because there really are SO many different combinations. The possibilities are ENDLESS!!! =)

Buyer's Remorse

Sad but true, we all spend money on products that we regret. Here are a few of my impulse (and some not so impulse) buys that I regret. What are yours?

Purple Sunrise (Sariah's Look)

A friend came down to stay with us this weekend and wanted to get new shadows. Being new to the area I had to Map Quest the nearest mall and off we went while the hubbies stayed home with the kiddies. BOY could you tell it was a Saturday. The MAC counter was PaCkEd and leaking out into the walkway to do makeovers. She ended up picking up Fig 1 and Golden Rod, two BeAuTiFuL colors (insert me drooling)!!! She asked me to do a look with them and this is what I came up with. SO much fun!!!