Monthly Archives: November 2009

John and Max Mills Photography/ Wedding Hair and Make-up/Estee Lauder Beauty

This is an extra fun post for me…it has several layers of fun. First I want to share the thank you Shanna wrote to Dana (her Design Visage artist).

Dana did a wonderful job on my hair and make-up. Throughout the evening several people commented that I looked like the Estee Lauder Bridal Model…..

Wow….actually when I see the wedding hair and make-up that you chose, I do believe I agree. Let’s see the fabulous photos of John and Max Mills Photography .

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Shanna called earlier this year and said that her friend was married 9 years ago and Dana from Design Visage was the artist, and asked if by chance Dana was still with us….and yes our lovely talented Dana has been helping brides look fantastic for over 12 years with Design Visage……….check out Bridalmode for hair flowers like Shanna’s

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So now let’s chat about how Shanna met her handsome man. Shanna’s father (who by the way looks like Clint Eastwood) took the family dog to the local Vet. This is where he saw this man that he knew was perfect for Shanna. So Shanna took her cat in, she immediately saw what dad was talking about. They chatted and Shanna noted that …..loved to surf. So now the cat was fine so what to do. Fortunately Shanna writes for the local paper, she did an article on surfing and how she would love to learn…..low and behold, he called. A romance was born, but it was not until a few years later that ..taught Shanna to surf. But shes not complaining.

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Shanna….you did good girl…….

Wedding hair style:

This is one of my favorite looks….the classic Breakfast at Tiffanys, Audrey Hepburn beauty. This style is created with  very smooth hair that is pinned and then fanned.

Wedding Make-Up:

With this look Dana used several shades of neutrals, for the eyes lips and cheeks. The result, a very natural look, although don’t be fooled that natural means light make-up, it means natural tones applied for depth and light…..a fantastic classic look….see for yourself

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do you see the Clint resemblance??

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The last part of this fun story is August 15 of this year, we had the pleasure of beautifying Shanna for her wedding and then I got to do her make-up on October 17th for her good friend Mary’s wedding in Lake Arrowhead…and yes Dana was the Design Visage artist for Mary (photos to come)

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See girls…Dreams do come true.

Thank you John and Max Mills Photography for letting us live the day…….

 

Perhaps the feelings that we experience when we are in love represent a normal state. Being in love shows a person who he should be.
Anton Chekhov
Russian dramatist & short story author (1860 – 1904)
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Next Exit Photography/Wedding Hair and Make-Up/Graystone Manner

You may remember Leanne, our ballerina….refresh your memory with this post.

Well here are the wedding photos, and I have to say I am not sure I have ever seen a happier bride. Smile Smile Smile.  Next Exit  Photography did an amazing job of capturing the emotions.

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 Bridal Hairstyle:

  • Leanne has a lot of soft fine hair and she wanted to wear it in a half updo, so Dana her Design Visage artist curled all her hair and softly pinned pieces up on the side.
  • Dana finger brushed the curls and added fresh flowers, 2 on one side and one on the other..beautiful

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Bridal Make-up:

  •  To bring out Leanne’s pretty brown eyes, Dana applied soft plums in a contour and on the lid, a little shimmer on the brow bone with a cream tone
  • Lips and blush were a rosy rose tone, this accuented Leanne’s lovely skin tone….just enough is the key

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Here  is my shot…..bride and dad….so tender.

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Look how much fun they are having…..this is a good wedding.

thanks so much Next Exit Photography, Graystone Manner and yours truly Design Visage.

 

 Beauty is not in the face; beauty is a light in the heart
~ Kahlil Gibran~

Cloud 9 Photography/Wedding Hair and Make-Up

Casey has soooo much style and she is just so cute. I was happy to hear that Cloud 9 Photography was on it so we would have these fantastic photos to share:H-0059

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Bridal Make-Up:

  • So Casey has perfect skin so that helps make our work look even better
  • Lauren, Casey’s Design Visage artist used a mineral make-up and powder with a lasting quality to start the pallet.
  • a smoky purple was the contour color for Casey’s eyes and lot’s of lashes
  • since the focus was on the eyes Lauren applied a very natural, almost lip tone lip pencil and gloss

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Here is Casey on her way to see her groom for the “First Look”

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Now down the aisle with that “now let’s have fun the pressure if off look”

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You will remember another wedding we did with Cloud 9 Photography…..Andrea and Eric

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How cute is this dress……I have seen a trend this year with the short dress for the reception….

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If you love the look Casey has in her hair…check out Bridalmode for all your hair accessories

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 Give her two red roses, each with a note. The first note says For the woman I love and the second, For my best friend.
Anonymous

 

St Regis Monarch Beach/Wedding Hair and Make-up/Amy Squires Photography

I LOVE everything about these photos of Venice….take a look  at this St Regis Monarch Beach wedding:0049

We feel close to Venice, since she visited Design Visage many times prior to the wedding for facials and extra beauty services.

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Isn’t she gorgeous!  And kudos goes to Lane at  Amy Squires Photography for the fantastic photos…yea Lane….

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The St Regis  Monarch Beach has some incredible photo opportunities…..

 Bridal Hairstyle:

Venice chose such a flattering and fun hairstyle and her Design Visage Artist Heather created the best do! This style is easy…especially if you have beautiful hair like Venice (don’t fret…we can add extensions if you have fine hair like I do!)

  • First Heather curled and set all of Venice’s lovely locks
  • Finger brush the cooled curls and pull to the slight side in a loose pony.
  • The bangs…very important part..a side part with a bit of hairspray and a good iron to keep them in place…but soft. This entire look is soft..romantic
  • Lastly the finishing touch a feathery flower from Bridalmodejust perfect.

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Wedding Make-Up:

  • Eyes were created with a coppery brown contour and a charcoal liner..interesting combination but it works and well
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  • lips and cheeks are called sweetie..perfect name for a rose tone
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Wow look at Mom…..

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This photo is amazing…was this to show off the perfect purple shoes…or was Venice having fun, or the idea of Amy Squires Photographywho ever, I think you will see many brides copying this pose.

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I am a sucker for the father/daughter photos….is this touching….

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Venice wins so far this year with the best shoes…………

Let”s thank the team:

Lane at Amy Squires Photography

St Regis Monarch Beach

Design Visage

Bridalmode

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“I love her and that’s the beginning of everything.” 

 F. Scott Fitzgerald

 

 

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