Makeup Inspiration - Glowing Skin

Almost every bride that sits in my chair for a consultation has the same request "I want to glow!" Well, there are so many amazing products available that will help you do just that - glow. Over the the years I have discovered many and have compiled a list of some of my favorites below. Please enjoy and let me know which ones you love most!

1. Lancome Color Fever Lip Gloss in Inferno, $26

2. Smashbox Fusion Soft Lights Bronzer in Dusk, $30

3. St. Tropez Self Tan Bronzing Lotion, $40

4. Nars Monoii Body Glow II, $59

5. Lancome Star Bronzer Aqua Stick in Diva, $39

6. Nars BronzingPowder in Laguna, $34

7. Dior Matte Bronzer in Amber, $45

8. Nars Illuminators, $30

9. Smashbox O-Gloss Gold Intuitive Lip Gloss, $22

10. MAC Cosmetics Pigment in Melon, $20

11. Nars Shimmer Eyeshadow in Goldfinger, $24

12. Benefit Sun Bean, $26

13. Chanel Soleil Tan De Chanel Moisturizing Bronzing Powder, $49

14. Tarte Mineralize Bronzer in Hotel Heiress, $29

15. Smashbox Photo Op Under Eye Brightener, $19

16. Nars Body Glow, $59

17. Bobbi Brown Limited Edition Shimmer Cheek Glow, $39

18. MAC Cosmetics Luster Drops in Sun Rush, $20

19. The Body Shop Brush-on-Beads, $21

20. Smashbox Artificial Light Luminizing Lotion, $26

21. MAC Cosmetics Extra Dimension Highlighter in Glorify, $29

22. Nars Eyeshadow Duo in Silk Road, $34

23. Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick in Beige, $39

24. Sally Hansen Airbrush Shimmer, $3.75

Bridal Makeup - Lowena Ibera

Iam so excited to share these beautiful images with you! This wedding was a veryspecial occasion, not just the bride and everyone involved, but it is alsomarked as one of my professional milestones. Lowena is the lucky bride who wonmy raffle back in 2010 when I participated in the Bellisima Bride Bridal Show.  I will always look back at her wedding day asone that I feel quite proud of myself for pulling off without a glitch. Thewedding party was my largest to date with 9 people being made over for myearliest start time on record – 5:30 a.m. I left my house at 4:30 a.m.to pick up my assistant and drive about 45 minutes to the hotel where everyonewas getting ready.  All the bridal partymembers were so much fun to work with and best of all punctual. We were able toget started right on time and end at the  planned time as well. Needlessto say, when the last face was powdered and everyone was out the door I feltquite accomplished and relieved that everything went so smoothly - whew!

Lowena and her bridal party!

What beautiful bride! 

The groomsman wanted to get pampered too - yep I touched him up as well!

Her gorgeous hair was styled by Angela Byrd!

Awe, a mother daughter moment!

Images by Nelwin Ny

Bridal Makeup - Sally Williams

I'm thrilled to share with you some images of my recent work on a beautiful bride who's also my friend, Sally Williams. We met at church several years ago and I can honestly say that I don't know many people with a brighter smile or a more joyful heart. She is truly a bright light! Needless to say I was more than happy to have the opportunity to get her dolled up for her wedding day. Sally is also an amazing mom of two and it was a pleasure to makeover her gorgeous daughter Jasmine as well. The photos were taken by the talented duo at Digishots Photography, Nate and Samantha Hines. I hope you enjoy the pictures and please let me know what you think! 

 

I just love Sally's honey-colored eyes, the purple really makes them pop!

Pretty dress!

Sally with her beautiful daughter Jasmine!

 

Mother daughter love, how sweet!

 

What a lovely family!

The beaming couple!

Special thanks to Sally for hiring me to be her Makeup Artist, it was wonderful to be a part of such a special occasion.

Bridal Makeup - Jennifer Natelli

One of the best things about being a Makeup Artist is getting to meet wonderful people like Jennifer Natelli. We met at the Bellisima Bridal Show last year. I've had a wonderful time getting to know her and her family. She is such a sweetheart - no wonder her family and friends adore her. The Airtel Plaza Hotel in Van Nuys was the location for their wedding. I am so happy to share some photos of her special day taken by R and R Creative Photography.

 Jennifer & her twin sister Diane both with makeup by Fashionably Wed

 The lovely bride & groom

 How sweet is this? Jennifer's son walked her down the aisle!

The lovely family!

Included in the photo is Jennifer's step-daughter who FW also made up for the wedding.

Pictures of My Weekend

Who doesn't love something free? I know I do. Dear Gap, thanks for the FREE jeans!


A few of the weapons in my arsenal!


Used my Z Palette for the first time!


Had a blast making over this bride and her daughter/bridesmaid.


They truly looked like rockstars!


My little cousin "the actress" celebrating her 1st birthday at Chuck E Cheese. Check out her film debut in the movie, Due Date, in theaters now! Happy Birthday Kennedy!!!

Bridal Makeup - Bridesmaids

I not only love making over the bride but the bridal party as well.

Here are a few photos of some bridesmaids I've done recently.
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I had a blast with all of these gorgeous girls!

Bridal Makeup: Jennifer Perez

I met Jennifer because she contacted me after seeing my work on the Gloria Mesa Photography blog. 

Gloria was my wedding photographer and since has become my friend. 

It was a joy to work with both ladies. 

Jennifer was the anti-bridezilla.
I just love her poised, kind and appreciative spirit. 

She is beautiful both inside and out!

Gloria did an amazing job photographing the big day.
Check out her fabulous images! 

Isn't she lovely!

 One of my favorite images.

Look below for more images and details of what I used to enhance her beautiful features.

Bridal Makeup: Sonia Gutierrez

I had the pleasure of meeting Sonia Gutierrez when my good friends over at Digishots Photography referred me to her. Nate & Samantha Hines are the husband and wife team that own Digishots. They have over 20 years of experience photographing weddings. It is always a pleasure to work with them - Nate is a riot! I'm so excited to share the beautiful photos  they took of Sonya! She has a wonderful and sincere spirit that radiates through her smile.

Love that smile!

Want to know what I used to get this look? Check out the list below!