FASHION MAKE-UP

London Fashion Week – Ong Oag Pairam A/W2015

 Posted on March 2, 2015      by jo
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A few weeks' ago Ariane Poole contacted me to ask if I wanted to be part of the make-up team for an amazing designer Ong Oag Pairam at London Fashion Week. What could I say ….of course I had to say YES!!! Arrived early lunchtime at the Grand Connaught Rooms in Covent Garden where it all began. Working backstage is all about the atmosphere where you spend the next four hour call time, prepping hair and make-up with models getting ready for dress rehearsal for final preparations of fittings and outfit decisions. Photographers and film crew wondering around capturing the day, stylists,...


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Springtime with Guerlain

 Posted on February 2, 2015      by jo
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On a recent visit to Paris I was thrilled to receive a hand delivered Guerlain parcel to my hotel with their latest make-up range which is launching in January, 2015. Some of these products are top secret until January but I was given the honour to try the range for this beauty look, plus write a review on these beautiful products. I eagerly opened the parcel with a huge grin and was immediately drawn to the packaging and the quality of Guerlain, which has been enchancing beauty since 1892. With Spring time nearly upon us it’s time to put aside the heavier make-up from the winter months...


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Unveiled Magazine – Catwalk Inspiration

 Posted on November 25, 2013      by jo
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Throughout this article I speak about a gorgeous bubbly bride, Verity, whom I met a few months ago.  Verity has some amazing ideas for her wedding make-up.  You can read the full article here Full Credit to: Photographer:  GASP Photography Videographer:  Richard Leng of RL FILMS Co - CLICK HERE to watch the amazing video now Hair:  Vintage Tinsel


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How to create the key trends for Spring/Summer 2013 make-up

 Posted on February 21, 2013      by jo
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Spring is upon us...the snowdrops are popping out and the nights are getting lighter with a glimmer of sunshine on some days.   The shops are filling up with Spring/Summer clothes, magazine are full of the new looks to achieve for this season and plans to change your look and have a spring clean of make-up is perfect this time of year.   There are many key trends for Spring/Summer 2013 make-up but the main ones are strong lips and the colour pink.  I wanted to use the inspiration from the catwalks of the key trends but wanted the make-up to be wearable for everyday use.  I have...


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