Posted May 11th, 2012
by Alana Strange
My lipgloss be poppin sorry, I had to do it to break the blogging ice. I was stuck on an opening line, and its the best I could think of. Shameful, I know.
Now that weve gotten that out of the way, Id like to focus on the real point of this post Smashbox Summer 2012 Shades of Fame Collection Reflection High Shine Lip Gloss Set. The lip gloss set retails for $29 and contains 5 shades ranging from fuschia to pearlescent shine.
Im normally just a chapstick gal, as I get antsy with glosses/lipsticks and smudge them off with my hand.
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Tags: Gloss, Gloss Set Posted in Beauty Tips
Posted May 3rd, 2012
by Alana Strange
Sofia Vergara looked stunning in her Marchesa dress last night at the MET ball. CoverGirl makeup artist, Kayleen McAdams was inspired by the collection and wanted that to show in her makeup. We knew we wanted to use a grapey-pink lip color to make Sofia’s lips stand out, but we had to play around with three different shades of purple before choosing the one she’s seen wearing, McAdams said. Since her look is all about the lips, I wanted to make sure the color stayed vibrant all night long so I gave her the CoverGirl lip liner and lipstick to keep in her purse before she hit the red carpet.
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Tags: Ball, Met Ball Posted in Beauty Tips
Posted April 11th, 2012
by Alana Strange
Wouldn’t you love to immortalize the moment when your groom, the love of your life, catches that first glimpse of you esconced in the intricately detailed, elegant folds of your wedding gown? Well, you can! A new tradition is walking up the aisle: First Look.
First Look facilitates and creates a beautiful, private moment of intimacy between the couple a few hours prior to the ceremony. The groom is put in the picture perfect spot with his back turned to where his soon-to-be bride will enter the scene. She comes out and gives him that tap on the shoulder he’s been holding his breath for.
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Tags: First, Photographers First Posted in Beauty Tips
Posted April 5th, 2012
by Alana Strange
Zou Bisou Bisou, we heartsters! Mad Men fans, how many times has this gone through your head this week?
Lipstick League Question of the Week: Do you plan out your makeup before you go to sleep?
Answer: Kinda, yes! If I have something new, I look forward to applying it the next day, and will day dream about what Im going to wear it with.
Heres what is going on with the crew this week
Nouveau Cheap Looking to add a soft, glowy sheen to your face this spring?
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Tags: Lipstick League, Week Posted in Beauty Tips