RAVISHING RED X MAKEUP LOOK

Excited to unveil my very first MAKEUP post! You'll find step-by-step instructions on one of my most frequently used looks. This particular look is all about the bold red lip because I think red lipstick is an ABSOLUTE STAPLE (and often times life saver) as it's suitable for all skin tones. I use red lipstick on a regular basis; whether it be for business meetings, lunch out with friends, or semi-formal/formal events. As you can see, the look I'm sporting in the photograph below is rather heavy and is more appropriate for formal events. However, you can draw inspiration and take a lighter, more casual version of it to use on a day-to-day basis.

Note: This is NOT an endorsed post. All the products I have listed below are the products I personally use and is what I believe works best for my skin type. Remember to always, always, test out the product first because everyone has a unique skin type. What works for me, might not work for you. :)

For this look I used:

Moisturizer: GNC Aloe Vera Moisturizing Cream

Primer: Make Up For Ever All Mat Face Matifying Primer

Foundation: Make Up For Ever Mat Velvet Matifying Foundation #35

 Concealer: Make Up For Ever Lift Concealer

Powder: MAC Studio Fix NC40

 Eyebrows: Anastasia Beverly Hills Dipbrow Pomade in Dark Brown

Eyeshadow: NYX Love in Paris Shadow Palette

Blush: Bare Minerals in Warmth

Bronzer & Highlighter: LT Pro Shade & Tint Kit 01

Lipstick: Make Up For Ever Rouge Intense

Finishing Powder: Bare Minerals Mineral Veil

1. Make sure your face is free from any lotions or oils. Wash if necessary. 

2. Evenly apply moisturizer to face and neck. Let the moisturizer set.

3. Wait a minute or two, then evenly apply primer to face and upper part of neck. Primer will act as an important base for the makeup and helps your makeup last longer. Let the primer set.

4. Wait a minute or two, then evenly apply foundation.

5. Apply concealer to any blemishes or spots that you might have. Also apply to eye bags and over the eyelids to create an overall even skin tone.

6. Apply powder to face and neck.

7. Next, you want to go ahead and form the eyebrows. I use a gel-like pomade, but you can just as well use a regular pencil. 

8. Set the eyebrows with a thin layer of mascara to hold them in place. 

9. Apply a mixture of light brown, dark brown, black, and bronze shades to your eyelids. Try to create a smokey-eye effect. 

10. Apply eyeliner and at least two coats of mascara. If you want, you can also apply a set of fake lashes to further enhance your eyes.

11. Apply bronzer along your upper cheek bones all the way down near your lips. This should create somewhat of a line to help emphasize your cheek bones. Blend well. 

12. Apply blush to the apples of your cheeks. Blend well to banish any harsh lines. Blending is key!

14. Start contouring by applying shade/bronzer over your jaw line, cheek bones, temples and either side of your nose.

13. Highlight your brow bone, nose line and top of your cheekbones using the highlighter. 

14. Apply the mineral veil, or finishing powder, to help set everything in place.

15. Apply lip balm to moisturize your lips, then last but not least, apply your red lipstick! 

.....and voilà! What do you guys think? Send me your thoughts and opinions in the comment box below! Would also love to know what other makeup looks you'd want me to feature next. :)

xx

Elizabeth

NEW YORK FASHION WEEK DAY 3 PART II

Here it is! My second look for New York Fashion Week Day 3! This was hands down one of my favorite looks of the entire trip. Can you tell by how deliriously happy I look? I collaborated with Jakarta based designer Gina Devi Atelier to create this leather set. I knew I wanted something white (my favorite color to wear these days), edgy and daring - all tied with a bow of sophistication. When it came to color and fabric, stark white synthetic leather was the material we went with in the end. I absolutely love how the color complimented my skin tone! The contrast really hit the mark I thought. 

Now, let's talk about that slit! I've worn slitted skirts before, but never quite like this one. It goes dangerously high above the thigh, and it's aligned with a zipper, therefore it conveniently can go as high or low as you wish. It's the perfect skirt for day to night wear, as you can lower the zipper for business meetings, then raise it higher for dinner with your friends for example. 

An obvious stand-out accessory from this look were the sunglasses that I wore. I know you're dying to know who designed them! I got so many compliments on these, many assumed they were Dolce. Nope! They're gold Piyasombatkul sunnies under the Thai brand Moo Eyewear which you can order through Roxalne.com. These are the type of sunglasses that were made for New York Fashion Week. Big, unconventional, eccentric - Yonce sunglasses.

Speaking of accessories, my python clutch from Milago also stood out with its gorgeous red hue. The deep red fit well against a sea of white and nicely complimented the other gold/nude-colored details I wore (rings, watch, sunglasses. heels). 

LEATHER SET: Gina Devi Atelier SUNGLASSES: Moo Eyewear via Roxalne.com CLUTCH: Milago HEELS: Steve Madden WATCH: Marc Jacobs

That day we attended the Zang Toi fashion show, which took place at Lincoln Center! Zang Toi is a Malaysian-born, New York based designer who's known for his bold aesthetic. Honestly speaking, I was thoroughly pleased with the show and his designs. Zang Toi celebrated 25 years in the business with a dramatic Spring/Summer 2015 show entitled "A Privelaged Life: The American Dream." The American-themed collection wa filled with red pantsuits, white sport coats and regal gowns. Hats off to you, Zang! 

xx

Elizabeth

PARTY FOR TWO

Us featured on www.meowchic.com for their New Year New You collection. If you like what you see, you can now shop on their website for other gorgeous outfits. :) 

Hello everyone! We're already into the first 17 days of 2013, and we hope everyone's year has been running smoothly thus far. We're back in Jakarta after we said goodbye to our beyond amazing one month stay in Bali. It was so so nice to be with our family and friends, but now it's back to business. In other words, back to University and more specifically - THESIS. Something we've been dreading and avoiding like the plague. I'm sure some of you know what we're talking about! 

Anywhoo, the pictures above were taken for Meowchic's New Year New You collection.  It's one of our favorite looks from the collection, we're wearing identical peplum cocktail dresses of different color. Meowchic just launched their website so don't forget to check it out. They have some really nice pieces, and we're not just saying that because we work with them (we swear haha)! We're delighted at how the pics turned out, more pics from the shoot coming soon :-). 

On a serious note, Jakarta is indeed flooded at the moment, so please do stay safe on the roads. Our thoughts and prayers are with the people and families who are effected by the horrific circumstances. 

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