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I'm back again to talk about my all time faves! Usually when it comes to West Barn Co it's brows I'm raving on about and don't get me wrong I could easily do that for another blog, but today I'm here to focus on the exciting new launch of the Prep Mists. In a world where we're all striving towards a more sustainable future, even in our make-up bags, these brand new Mists in refillable glass bottles are a welcome change. Not to mention the glass bottles themselves give such a luxurious high end feel, that experience is only enhanced when you get to misting. The scents are heavenly and the effects...


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Over the easter weekend you might have been busy soaking up a bit of this spring sun we are getting here and there, or you might have noticed super fresh looking faces in the Daily Mail Femmail section. It was great to be invited to work on this article doing Jo Coan's make-up as I got to come see her fantastic display in person. After what has felt like a dragging and long dark winter especially this year, all being cooped up inside. To get out and see such bright and beautiful local displays and another example of fun creative ideas that are popping up from lockdown. You can see the article here...


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If we cast our minds back to this time last year, for a lot of us our lives and news headlines were filled with worry about trying to access groceries as COVID 19 panic buying cleared our supermarket shelves. For the people of Newcastle a lifeline of that moment were their local traders of the legendary 200 year old Grainger Market. Traders met with their own troubles of how to have their businesses endure a global pandemic, had to find a solution quick, thus the mutually beneficial delivery service was born. The traders stepped up to keep the public safe and fed whilst in turn they were able to still...


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Last week's blog we were jumping forward in time to AW21 with some Stila for designer Freya Lillie but this week we're throwing it all the way back to August 2019 for Maria and Sean's wedding. I couldn't help but want to share these shots by the always wonderful and talented Margarita Hope Photography that really capture the cool calm and joyful energy of their wedding day.   Maria and Sean are a young couple who you can really tell are truly, madly and deeply in love with each other that the happiness of their day was totally contagious. On the morning of Maria was super calm but still...


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Dare I even mention Autumn Winter 2021 clothing? I know we haven't even had our great British summer of freedom we're all hoping for yet, but over on location with Freya Lillie we're getting a head start on crunchy leaves and sweater weather for a shoot featuring their AW21 range.  Obviously, I'm not gonna be showcasing the collection for them, the professional images will be released when they're launching the line in August. However it's such a thrill to be back at work that I was excited to show you these behind the scenes sneak peaks we took and chat to you about trying out some latest...


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Another week sharing some fresh kicks with you, this time in the form of the hotly anticipated Nike revamp of the iconic Air Huarache OG to mark 30 years of Tinker Hatfield's iconic running style. World famous among sneakerheads the Scream Green colourway deserved my signature perfected skin treatment to keep that focus on the classic minimalist silhouette that's dripping in 90's vibes. As the client wanted to keep the skin looking fresh and clear I opted to prep the skin with Shiseido's oil free range. Their Waso Oil Free products are ideal for creating a completely matte finish on the skin...


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After having to bottle up months of creative energy through out our lockdowns, I am so pleased to have had been able to collaborate with a cast of incredibly talented people to bring you this latest project - Ritual of Two. Published by Belle Bridal this body of work showcases two types of editoral bridal beauty in contrast of one and other, bringing both an etheral light energy and an edgy dark vibe. Flowing through these images we give you the spirit, movement and unbridaled fashion of our collaborative energies. This shoot is taken to the next level with pieces by Berlin based bridal label...


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This time of year I am normally in the likes of Milan or Paris for fashion week, living my best life rushing between shows creating high end editorial looks for catwalk models. Instead thanks to Covid I am at home celebrating the latest news that we finally have a roadmap to get out of lockdown, which means wedding season is ON! I know it's still all hopeful target dates from Boris, but I will keep all of my fingers and toes crossed that the R rate stays down, vaccine rates stay up and we finally do have an end in sight to what has been truly the most challenging time for us all. KY / Photographer...


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If you didn't tune into The Big Virtual Wedding Show last week with Belle Bridal, you might have missed an exciting announcement for me. Whilst chatting away with my lovely booth visitors and getting into my make-up demo, I was excited to share the most exciting news of 2021 so far! So here I am on my blog for all of you who didn't make the event to let you know that I am officially one of Soap Brow's latest Brand Ambassadors. After working with them on their latest campaign and finding out what a true joy each and every single piece of their brow kits were to use, I was so excited to hear how much...


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It may well be the 15th, but the valentines romance doesn't have to end here. Whether you're looking to treat yourself or surprise a special someone on love's version of boxing day, I've got some great idea's for you! Working with the Roxoa group I have the wonderful opportunity to see all the amazing new releases from some of the UK's finest jewellery brands first hand and really get an appreciation for the passion and craftsmanship put into these luxurious pieces. It was a total treat creating make-up looks to match these valentines collections knowing that soon people across the country would...


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