One thing is for sure- I love my brides. I have to say that in most part, they are all just amazing women to work with and my team and I are honored to be a part of their big day.
So much so, that it has occurred to me to begin telling you about them. Each one is unique in their vision, especially when it comes to hair and makeup. Maybe you're engaged and looking to get some ideas, or maybe you're just browsing, but I always learn something with each new perspective...perhaps because I'm obsessed with makeup!
I first met Andrea at her trial run. She was a very classy bride with a very good idea of what she wanted, which makes my job so much easier!
I always ask that brides-to-be bring pictures to the trial run of hair and makeup they like. The reason for this is two-fold: 1. It gets them to really hone in on what they want and 2. It provides us with a visual, so there is nothing lost in translation. I learned a long time ago that my idea of one thing is not someone else's, so this avoids confusion and frustration. Aside from that, I am an artist, so I am very visual anyway.
Andrea provided Jaime (on of my very wonderful and talented hair artists) and I an image of Khloe Kardashian. The look was long, loose curls and lined, dramatic eyes was something that inspired her.
You may or may not have heard of the name Melanie Mills, but if you've ever watched an episode of Dancing With the Stars, then you've seen this Emmy award-winning makeup artist's work at play! (and six times nominated, might I add).
Melanie's work is no easy task because her job doesn't only encompass traditional makeup for the face, but for the body as well. Before she came along, there was a need for a fast and easy way to make up the body that would require minimal touch-ups and wouldn't come off with the dancers' impressive (but sweaty) performances. Seeing a need for this void in the beauty, makeup and dancer's world, Melanie has certainly delivered.
Introducing GLEAM by Melanie Mills! This transfer-resistant Body Radiance comes in four different tones: Light Gold, Rose Gold, Bronze Gold and Deep Gold.
Ladies, with the summer and sundresses coming up, this is a must for radiant, glowing, even and luminous skin.
I had the opportunity to connect with the artist herself to have her answer all those questions I just know you have, so here goes:
So, if you're a professional makeup aritst, you've most likely heard of the talented Kim Greene. If you're not a professional makeup artist (except maybe in your bathroom), then let me introduce you to her. Kim has not only been department head in an innumerable amount of Hollywood box office hits such as Wanderlust, Superbad, Charlies Angels: Full Throtle, The Wedding Singer, and Herbie Fully Loaded, just to name a few (check out what else she's done here), but she has also skillfully designed her own line of bags for professional makeup artists and the everyday woman.
Now, you may be wondering: what makes her bags so special?
I'll tell you!
