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Hayley and Gareth's Elopement

The Elopement.  What bride hasn't thought about it?  Throwing the wedding binder out the window, ripping up the seating chart, and making a bonfire of all of those bridal magazines. Nevertheless, most brides muster up the strength and stamina to plan the big wedding. These are the majority of my brides, so my curiousity was piqued when was I asked to work with an eloping bride.

British couple Hayley and Gareth boldly planned their "party of two" in NYC. They had a grand day planned to the "T" by my friend and colleague, Soraya Jollon .  They got ready at the chic Library Hotel, followed by a photoshoot all over the city with photographer, Erica Lynn who did a bang up job. Their intimate ceremony, was officiated by Carrisa Templeton  (one of my brides) followed by cocktails at Pegu and a fabulous dinner out in the city.  Hayley wore here gown (and super cool boots) the entire day.  The day was one of the rainiest in May, but as you can see by the photos it didn't dampen their mood.

Hayley was a dream to work with and Gareth was just too adorable with those mutton chop sideburns.  I watched as Gareth saw Hayley for the first time in her gown and I was moved by his emotional reaction.  They are just such a lovely couple.  I left the hotel and although the day was gray and rainy I felt like my heart had grown a little by witnessing their love.  Best of luck, Hayley and Gareth.

Fabulous in Five - Products and Techniques

The sexy and sassy stylist (I just love alliteration), Amy Salinger asked me to be a guest for her Fab in Five video. Amy has a slew of great videos on youtube and her website/blog is amazing. Click here to subscribe to Amy's Videos and/or click here to receive Sass n Style updates. Check it out for stylish yet practical tips. I had a blast doing this video and am planning on doing more how-to videos this month.

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NARS Multiple Creme Duo ($45) or Nars Blush/Bronzer Shadow Duo ($37) - A must have in my makeup kit.

Avon's Mark Cosmetics has some great blush and bronzers at a great price ($6) I use After Glo everyday for a great peachy blush and Bronze Glo and Golden Glo work well as a bronzer.

Technique: Apply bronzer in a big "c" around your eyes brushing on and under your cheekbone and lightly over your eyes on the temples. Add blush on the apples of your cheeks for a healthy glow.

Don't forget to tap off excess powder on brush before applying and use the brush to blend once the powder has been dispersed on cheek. When in doubt, blend and check your makeup in natural light.

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L'Oreal Infinite Wear Shimmer Eyeshadow - Shroom

Stila Kitten Eyeshadow - another staple in my makeup kit

Technique: Apply with brush or finger all over lid. Add to inside corner for extra "oomph"

Prestige Lip Liner in Cameo or in Natural. Can find in drugstores.

Technique: Apply neutral lip liner all over the lip as a lip primer to add longevity to any gloss.

Hair Favorites

Marc Anthony Strictly Curls - I picked this up at Duande Reade and was super impressed with the product. It is great on curly hair and I also found that it works well on slightly wavy hair like mine to create a "beachy wave" look.

Technique: Work product into hands and apply lightly to curls.

Salon Grafix Spray Powder Shampoo - Skip the pricey powder shampoos and get the same results.

Technique: Hold can 6-8 inches away from hair and spray toward the root of the hair. Spray in sections where you need lift or want to absorb oil. Best to do little at a time, don't spray your entire head like Amy does in the video!

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