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Tuesday, May 5, 2009

Previews Previews Previews

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We are seeing lots of brides for their previews. I will have to say that this may be a year of less weddings, but the brides are the nicest we have seen in years…..not a Bridezilla yet…yea 09.

This is Elisabeth, she is getting married this week-end. She is such a beautiful girl, the make-up just accented her natural beauty….isn’t that the goal?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Elisabeth is getting married at the beautiful Estancia La Jolla….we will post the wedding pics soon.

This is Christine, she is getting married at the stunning new Pelican Hill in a few weeks.

This is the inspiration look for Christine. She has the perfect hair for this style.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Kerrie Underhill of Platinam Weddings is the coordinator for this event…so you know it will be fantastic.

 

 

This is Ashley…..her wedding was last Sunday May 3rd on the Newport Yachts. These shots were Thursday for her preview. She had been up since 3a.m. driving over 8 hours to the Newport Beach destination. Pretty cute for being sooo tired.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Friday, May 1, 2009

Sheba and Gary

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Another fantastic wedding shot by the Barnet’s

Sheba and Gary were married on October 11, 2008 at the beautiful Laguna Cliffs Marriot over looking the stunning Dana Point harbor. Char was Sheba’s artist and with her warm skin tones, they went with a smoky eye  with a gold lid ,deep rose on the cheeks and lips. Sheba has wonderful thick hair and wanted to have it all down. She had just the right type of hair for such a style. And look how it makes her shine.

I love the green dresses. Such a cheerful and complimentary color on everyone. Another beautiful wedding. Thanks Sheba for becoming one of Design Visage’s beautiful brides.

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Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Previews Previews Previews

Posted inBridal Previews,Hair Styles

Happy Tuesday, this is the busiest day of the week for Design Visage, since we have been out in the field on the week-end…..so lots of phone conversation. Although I am very lucky, Michelle is the operations manager so chances are when you call you will speak with her. And if you already have I am sure you two had a laugh together…she is so fun!

Today I am going to show you the most important part of our services…the “preview”. This is the time you will spend a few hours with your artist getting it perfect. One of the best parts of working with a Design Visage professional is that you can say what you like, and what you do not like…it’s all about you. This is your wedding day and we are here to help you get what you want with our valuable recommendations. You won’t be disappointed. Let’s take a look at a few previews from last week.

This is Doris. Her big day is next week-end at the spectacular Crystal Cathedral. If you not seen this beautiful church…..take a trip to Garden Grove and take a look. Doris is a very pretty girl without make-up. We applied a few shades of browns on the lid with a dramatic liner (makes her eyes pop) lips and cheeks very natural dark rose tones. Her hair will be half up half down. This is great style on Doris. Although during the preview her artist noticed that in order for the style to stay all day, Doris will need to layer her hair a bit. This takes some of the weight and helps the staying power. No problem Design Visage scheduled a special cut with Heather to layer a bit. Great that you do not have to worry about that infamous too short haircut the week of your wedding. We work with brides everyday and know just the right amount. This photo is the inspiration used for Doris’ look.

 

Doris is taking advantage of our “borrow a veil” program. She chose a designer veil to take for a week….can’t beat that.

Now we have Kari. She is getting married at Casa Del Camino in Laguna Beach. This boutique hotel was built in 1927 as a retreat for Hollywood Stars. Kari wanted a modern take on a vintage look. This was the inspiration:

 

Dosen’t Kari look Old Hollywood Chic……we will be sure to post a picture of the actual day in the gown. Bye

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Monday, April 27, 2009

Clissic, Vintage, Retro, 80′s…..O No

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In the over 20 years we have been helping brides be beautiful, one of the most difficult decisions for the bride has always been ” how the heck should I wear my hair?”. How can you stay classic and timeless? Well I am not sure it is possible. Exactly what is classic and timeless. Have you ever looked at a picture from 10, 15, 20 years ago and not realized that the clothes, colors, make-up, and hairstyle are dated. I believe we now say vintage for what was classic in the 20s,30s,40s,. Let’s see the 50′s and 60′s retro and lets not even talk about the 80′s. This the decade when Design Visage pioneered the specialization of bridal beauty, and hopefully one day I can locate some of our first brides. The 80′s was all about big hair, big sleeves, big veils….purple eyeshadow and pink lips….and when I say purple and pink I mean it! Without a doubt the 80′s would not be considered timeless. So in short choose what you like for today. There is no time like now.

The important thing to consider is your hair, your dress, your personality, your wedding location. Being realistic is also a good idea. I have curly hair and like ALL curly hair girls ( well almost all) we always choose the pictures with shiny streight hairstyles. So as much as the stylist can create that look, how long will it last? Is your wedding by the sea, will it be hot, humid, rainy….these factors can all have a impact on your hairstyle. So my suggestion is to choose a style that compliments your type of hair….don’t fight it….go with it. A skilled stylist will be able to help you achieve the look of your dreams, with a style that will last 15 or more hours. Remember even though it is your red carpet moment you probable will not have a personal stylist with you all day…..and really do you want to waste time to continually redo the do?

 

 

The amazing thing is that your talented artist can add hair to styles that will help it last all day and give it that red carpet look. So bring in one of these pictures of one of you own and let the magic begin.

 

 

So whatever it is:

CHIC, REGAL, INNOCENT, STUNNING, POLISHED, SEDUCTIVE, RECKLESS, RAVISHING, SLEEK, MAJESTIC, BREATHTAKING, OR SMOKIN’…..

………we’ve got your style.

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Friday, April 10, 2009

Sophia weds in England

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Sophia came to us through Kevin Covey Parties. She was one of his event coordinators and we worked together last year for many special brides. When Sophia informed us that she was getting married, and exclaimed “how can I do this without Design Visage”. We suggested a service that we often provide for brides getting married outside our service area. Sophia came in for a few bridal previews and our artists helped her achieve her dream hairstyle and make-up look. We took pictures and wrote directions for Sophia. In England Sophia found a fantastic artist to recreate our design. So although we did not actually do the hair and make-up in these photos…..I can honestly say we did create the look. YEA Sophia

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Now look at this eye candy…..what a georgeous dress and so perfect for Sophia’s tall thin frame. For her hairstyle we went with a soft “now” braid around the face with loose curls in the back. Sophia purchased the delicate flower hair jewels on Bridalmode which is part of Design Visage. Make-up…..the natural Design Visage look…..let the bride shine through.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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