Luxury Wedding Inspiration: The Hay House

I am so excited to share this with you! This past October, I had the opportunity to work with what I like to call, "The Dream Team!" I was invited to be a part of an amazing shoot with Michelle Scott Photography.

As this shoot began to come together, I became more and more excited. Michelle sent me some photos for inspiration and I was thrilled to do something a bit different.

Image provided by Michelle Scott Photography

Image provided by Michelle Scott Photography

Being a makeup artist, one of the things I enjoy most about my career is the opportunity to travel. Sometimes that means a road trip, sometimes it's a long flight and I love both! For this shoot, it meant a short road trip to Macon, GA. And it was completely worth it.

The Hay House is gorgeous! It's a historic residence, that is a museum; and an exquisite mansion with Renaissance type architecture. 

Image by Michelle Scott Photography

Image by Michelle Scott Photography

I will say I have never worked so hard at a photo shoot LOL! And yet I loved every minute of it! There are a lot a staircases at the Hay House, and let's just say I definitely got my workout in that day.

I was so excited when I left the shoot. It was a long day, but I was beyond pleased with the way things worked out. And the ladies I worked with were so talented!  We were all excited when Weddings Unveiled wanted to publish our work!

Image by Michelle Scott Photography

Image by Michelle Scott Photography

When I'm at a photo shoot, I literally take over 100 behind-the-scenes photos. So I wanted to share a few of my favorites.

What I love the most about this shoot was not only working with some amazing individuals, but that there was a moody, but classic feel to the look. I am all about classic brides. It's important to be able for my bridal clients to look back at their photos in 30 years and see elegance.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on what you think the perfect bridal look is, so let me know below in the comment section.

And if you're a bride-to-be in search of vendors capable of such superb work, I've listed everyone involved: 

Here is the feature on Weddings Unveiled! http://www.weddingsunveiledmagazine.com/2016/01/wedding-inspiration-the-hay-house-in-macon-ga.html

Stay beautiful! . . . Inside and out.

Luxury Skin Care: La Prairie

As a makeup artist, I am always on the hunt for quality skin care. For my kit, I need products that provide immediate results. But I am always on the lookout for products to recommend for my clients to implement into their skin care routine.

I came across La Prairie the beginning of last year, but did not try out anything until November. They are considered a luxury brand, but you know what they say, "You get what you pay for."

La Prairie has many products to choose from, but a standout to me is their Skin Caviar Luxe Sleep Mask. It is an evening treat for your skin . . . Like combining a moisturizing cream, that gently exfoliates as well.

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For me personally, I noticed my skin looked more "plump," and the texture was smoother. Allure (the beauty expert magazine) gave the Skin Caviar Luxe Sleep Mask a, "Best of Beauty" award for 2015. The packing is gorgeous and quite modern (for those of you who like to keep your vanity looking almost as beautiful as you), and it comes with a small brush for application. I would suggest having an additional brush for application, if you are going to use this more than once a week. Or be sure to thoroughly clean the brush after each use.

This would be a great option for you brides the night before your wedding day! What's your current favorite moisturizer for nighttime? Be sure to try this one out and let me know your thoughts!

Stay beautiful! . . . Inside and out. 

Golden Globe Beauty for Bridal Inspiration

Can you believe it's 2016?! Happy New Year! It is already January 11th and I'm still somewhat in shock that it is officially 2016!

And with the New Year has already come Hollywood awards shows and plenty of red carpets! The most recent being the 2016 Golden Globes. With it also being "engagement season," I thought I would share with you my favorite beauty looks that would be perfect for bridal makeup.

So let's start with the stunning Grace Gealey. For those of you who are unfamiliar with the name, she is an American actress who stars as "Anika," on the show Empire. Take a look below:

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She looked amazing! I like this look for a bride who may be having a black tie, evening wedding. Her makeup artist Anthony Merante created this look using some of my favorites like Chanel, Tom Ford and Anastasia Beverly Hills. Her lip color is perfection and her skin looks like skin. I also love that this look can work for various skin tones, with slight adjustments.

I have never seen Kate Bosworth look so beautiful. Her makeup artist Pati Dubroff is one of my favorites to follow on Instagram.

Dubroff used Laura Mercier's Candleglow Soft Luminous Foundation for this look and now I have to try out the foundation. The entire look worked so well with the color and design of her gown, and would be great for a bride who wants a rosey-cheek look.

Another favorite for me was Miss Kylie Jenner.  I truly felt like her hair stylist (Jen Atkin),  makeup artist (Ariel Tejada), and stylist (Monica Rose) nailed this look. If you consider yourself a Glam bride! . . . This is for you!

The contouring isn't over done, the nude lip is the perfect shade (and photographs well) and her winged-out smokey-eye is perfect for her sleek bun. Seriously, she nailed it. She looks glamorous and modern without over doing it. 

Last but certainly not least, the gorgeous, Isabeli Fontana. Her makeup was done by Mario Dedivanovic (who is famous for glamming Kim Kardashian).

To me, not only is her look flawless, but it is so bridal! Her hair was styled by Jennifer Yepez, and Yepez creates the most sleek and chic hair styles. Mario used Loreal Paris for her look and as always, his work is exquisite. Fontana's gown is by Ralph & Russo whose formal and bridal collections are both superb!

So, for you 2016 and 2017 brides . . . Are you inspired?! I hope so, because I know I am. I'm looking forward to creating some flawless, classic looks for all my "Corianne Elizabeth brides." And if you are planning your dream wedding and want to be one of them . . . What are you waiting for?! Tell me more!!! inquire

So who was your favorite from the show?! Tell me your favorites for fashion and beauty ;-)

Stay beautiful! . . . Inside and out.