10.05.2010

Makeup Makeover

I have admitted before (I'm sure numerous times) on this blog that I am not a makeup pro and in fact need a little tutorial from time to time. Fortunately, thanks to my lovely mother who sent my sister and I Sephora gift cards, I was able to upgrade my makeup stash for fall. I decided to make the most of my "upgrade" by having my makeup done by one of their professionals who taught me a few handy dandy tricks, like what color goes in the crease etc. Yes I'm that clueless when it comes to experimenting with new colors. Sunday afternoon I spent an embarrassing amount of time practicing and playing with my new eye shadows, and I think I may be getting the hang of this. Oh, and I purchased my very first liquid eye liner. Big steps people, big steps!
Nars Lipstick in Heat Wave and Niagara 

30 comments:

Bren said...

Alicia, you can't go wrong with Nars! Great lip colors! Heat Wave is one of my faves! Feel free to hit me up if you need more tips, and have fun experimenting! ;)

xoxo,
Bren @ Chasing Beauty

Nicole Lisa said...

Hehe, I could use those handy dandy tips :o)
But here is to an eventful fall full of awesome make-up and luck.
<3 Nicole Lisa
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Collette Osuna said...

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RosaLovesDC said...

Love the lip colors you picked. I am also not too much into make up so I try to keep it simple, but I can always use new tips.

Samantha said...

What great choices!! I love Nars for lip color. Cheap red lipstick can go verryyy wrong but Nars is always perfect! And once you get the hang of liquid liner you'll love it : )

-Samantha
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Valerie said...

Great blog!!! Great makeup!!!

If you follow me, I will follow you too :)
xxx

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Cara said...

love the eye colors darling :)

Anna Jane said...

i'm terrible at picking out eye shadow - please show me what colors you chose and how you do your eyes :)

xx a j

Michaela said...

hahaha you are so cute! I am the same way when it comes to experimenting with new colors! Eyeshadow can be very intimidating, haha. And I always need a lesson, and even then it takes a while before I can do it on my own. Maybe it's a Valponi thing :) I love your new colors!!

nicolette said...

i love nars and i LOOOOOVE these colors. damn you. i might need to go purchase some makeup now...

Kinsey said...

I'm always on the hunt for the perfect red lipstick that doesn't smudge or fade. You'll have to let us know how you like your new stash!

naomemandeflores said...

Everything looks awesome, but I must confess I'm not so good with make up. Maybe I should ask professional help or take one of those make up classes!

Roxy Te said...

I'm loving Niagara! Is that Nail Polish Orgasm? Love the blush :) I'm a bobbi brown girl, but I cheat when it comes to those Nars lipsticks!

la petite coquine said...

Lucky girl! My mom never wore makeup, so when I was little I would spend hours playing with makeup in trial and error sessions. One night, I even made up my little brother and I as the characters from CATS!
After years of experimenting, I've got a fresh faced and a formal look, and I think it's all I'll ever master!

Alicia said...

@la petite coquine, aha that's too funny, your poor brother!! ;)

janettaylor said...

I love NARS!

la petite fashionista said...

as much as i love fashion, i am LOST when it comes to beauty products! Nars makes some great products. & i'm trying to step up my game and learn how to use liquid eyeliner too! i love the way it looks.

Cant wait to see youe beauty looks!

aracho86 said...

I have alahambra!! :) is that orgasm nail polish!?

Valerie said...

I'm in serious need of some makeup tips. Every single time I buy new makeup, I have them give me a makeover at the counter and tell me some tips. Then I get home and try to recreate it myself but I end up looking like a tranny. How does this happen?? I love your new lipstick colors!

xo
Valerie

Anne @ The City Sage said...

Oh so pretty! I spy 'all about eve' eye shadow duo. LOVE that one!

bananas. said...

i think i own TOO much make-up if that's even possible. if i like it, i usually buy it and figure out how to use it later. haha.

you chose right with NARS. their colors are always so vibrant and rich making you look like a million bucks. matter of fact, i noticed your make-up in your last outfit post. it was slightly different. was that NARS?

oh and hell yes i bought the H&M leopard skirt. duh i had too ;)

ELIZABETH said...

How so nice of your lovely mother! It looks like you made some great NARS buys.

this free bird said...

Your mom is awesome!! I'm so bad with makeup and totally need a tutorial in a big way. You looked adorable yesterday in your outfit and I thought your makeup was totally glam - especially the lip color. Perfection!

xoxo,
Carrie

Kimbirdy said...

oh i'm so with you - totally clueless about makeup. my fashion designer friends have tried to teach me, but i don't experiment enough to remember the lessons i've learned. i've grown to realize though, that with the right makeup, even the basics will look gorgeous.

so... when will we get to see your face? :)

Taylor Sterling said...

I love Nars. Probably one of my fav brands, great colors!

Sheila said...

Alicia, your mom is so thoughtful! It must have been so nice to treat yourself! Enjoy your new stash! I love having a collection of items from just a few brands. That prevents me from getting overwhelmed. I love the coordinated packages too. Nars has such sleek packages. I might just have to make room for a few of their products. ;)

Emma said...

love your new picks! i think i'll ask for a sephora giftcard for christmas...i've never tried NARS and it looks lovely!

Kassandra said...

Ooooh thanks for posting your new make-up! I love the names of make-up, Jessica at What I wore has been wearing a Nars lipstick called Funny Face, which makes me want to buy it! Also I use Mac fluid liner for eyeliner. You buy a liner brush and then Fluid line which comes in a pot. It's way easier for me to use because I have such shaky hands. Good luck with your eyeliner!

Mara said...

those two lip colors look amazing!! I want them both :)

Marcie said...

I love those colors! I wish I could wear them, but I am to scared!! Your blog is so great. I am really enjoying the read.

xo M