Month: November 2010

BGD Makeup Artistry, BGDMakeupartist.com, Holiday Bridal Nail Polish, http://schemas.google.com/blogger/2008/kind#post, Kim D’ Amato, priti nyc

Holiday Brides get PRITI Nailcolors

by Brandy Gomez-Duplessis
Holiday brides are always looking for something fun, bold and a little sparkling on their wedding day. Priti NYC has a perfect holiday gift for the festive bride and for any glam girl that loves beauty bling for the holidays. Kim D’ Amato, owner of Priti NYC has done it again…allowing you to still glam up your manicure and pedicure while keeping it eco-friendly. In this collection there is a shade for everyone – a rocker bride, a glamxurious bride, a sultry bride and even a classic bride will find a sparkling color to adorn the fingertips. All that glitters doesn’t have to be gold and know your wedding ring won’t be the only thing that twinkles.

Colors: Union Jack, Cape Sundew, Mourning Widow, Mexican Hat Plant, Fair Folly Carnation, Silver Comet and Blue Ball

$12.50 each or Holiday Collection Set for $75.00 includes 2-in-1 Top & Base Coat

About

Brandy Gomez-Duplessis is a Celebrity Makeup Artist who currently resides in New York and part time in New Orleans. Brandy is also a L’OREAL Paris Pro Makeup Artist. New York makeup artist has worked with celebrities like; Angela Bassett, Kerry Washington, Kim Kardashian, Jordin Sparks, Anika Noni Rose, Edie Falco, and Kathryn Erbe, to name a few. You can also keep up with Brandy by reading her personal blog Inside The Life of A Makeup Artist, and her fashion blog, Black Tie Stiletto or follow her glamuxurious tweets on Twitter.http://www.google-analytics.com/urchin.js_uacct = “UA-3446372-1”; urchinTracker();

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Bold Shiny Lips On Your Wedding Day

by Brandy Gomez-Duplessis
There’s nothing more glamxurious than a bride walking down the aisle wearing a bold color lipstick or lip-gloss with a high shine. Strong, glossy lips can be worn on your wedding day. Though usually more appropriate for evening, bolder brides can opt to stand out with a shimmering pout.
If you are going for a classic, dramatic makeup look be sure to keep the rest of your makeup minimal. The wet look with a high impact shine is very sexy and your sparkling lips will be paparazzi ready.

Smashbox Reflection High Shine Lip Gloss $19.00
Lancôme JUICY TUBES JELLY – Ultra Shiny Lip Gloss $18.00
L’OREAL HIP Shine Struck Liquid Lipcolor $12.00
NYX Lip Gloss w/Mega Shine $5.99

Credits:

Words and makeup by Brandy Gomez-Duplessis
Picture courtesy of Brad Buffalo with Light Writer Photography
Model: Tiffany B.
About:
Brandy Gomez-Duplessis is a Celebrity Makeup Artist who currently resides in New York and part time in New Orleans. Brandy is also a L’OREAL Paris Pro Makeup Artist. She has worked with celebrities like Angela Bassett, Kerry Washington, Kim Kardashian, Jordin Sparks, Anika Noni Rose, Edie Falco and Kathryn Erbe, to name a few. You can also keep up with Brandy by reading her personal blog “Inside The Life of A Makeup Artist”, her fashion blog “Black Tie Stiletto” or follow her glamxurious tweets on twitter.http://www.google-analytics.com/urchin.js_uacct = “UA-3446372-1”; urchinTracker();

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designer kiki kitty, designer sammy b, harlem's fashion row, new york

Harlem’s Fashion Row: Behind The Scene Photo Shoot

by Brandy Gomez-Duplessis
I had the honor to work with Brandice, CEO & Founder of Harlem’s Fashion Row on Saturday morning. A talented team of women was on set; Nia did great styling, Tracey did FAB hair, and I handle the glamxurious makeup. The models were 2 amazing upcoming designers; Kiki Kitty & Sammy B. Of course, I can’t forget about photographer Rog Walker. Enjoy some behind the scene pics I managed to capture.
Designer Sammy B first look
Nia working her magic on designer Sammy B
Using Inglot cosmetics on Sammy B
 Kiki is in the chair getting hair styled by Tracey
ABOUT
Brandy Gomez-Duplessis is a Celebrity Makeup Artist who currently reside in New York and part time in New Orleans. Brandy is also a L’OREAL Paris Pro Makeup Artist and a special guest makeup artist in Harlem at BiBi Salon NYC. This New York makeup artist has worked with celebrities like; Angela Bassett, Kerry Washington, Kim Kardashian, Jordin Sparks, Anika Noni Rose, Edie Falco, and Kathryn Erbe, to name a few. You can also keep up with Brandy by reading her personal blog “Inside The Life of A Makeup Artist”, her fashion blog “Black Tie Stiletto” or follow her glamxurious tweets on twitter.
bibi salon, bibi salon launch, grand opening

BiBi Salon New York Launch in Harlem

by Brandy Gomez-Duplessis
I was a late attending BiBi Salon NYC launch opening because I was flying in from San Francisco. My flight got into JFK at 7pm so I missed out on a lot of partying. When I arrived there were still a lot of clients & celebrity clients of Owner & Master Stylist Maisha Teacher supporting in mingling. Fun pics below.

Dana Johnson from Essence Magazine & Essence On Line interviewing Maisha

ABOUT

Brandy Gomez-Duplessis is a Celebrity Makeup Artist who currently reside in New York and part time in New Orleans. Brandy is also a L’OREAL Paris Pro Makeup Artist and a special guest makeup artist in Harlem at BiBi Salon NYC. This New York makeup artist has worked with celebrities like; Angela Bassett, Kerry Washington, Kim Kardashian, Jordin Sparks, Anika Noni Rose, Edie Falco, and Kathryn Erbe, to name a few. You can also keep up with Brandy by reading her personal blog “Inside The Life of A Makeup Artist”, her fashion blog “Black Tie Stiletto” or follow her glamxurious tweets on twitter.

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San Franscisco Best Of The Bay 2010

by Brandy Gomez-Duplessis
Honor to be selected to be one of the 9 celebrity judges by Bay Bella Publishing. The judges were:
Kim Vo-Master Colorist
Billy Lowe-Hairstylist
Diann Valentine-Wedding Event & Interior Designer
Ceci Johnson-Couture Invitation Design
Kevin Lee-Floral Event Production
Reva Alexandar-Hawk-Pastry Chef & Cake Design
Genevieve de Manio-Photographer
I had eye candy car service, Anthony & Elizabeth-Professional Security in San Francisco
Dress in ready to go judge the event
Kevin Lee, Ceci Johnson, Diann Valentine and BGD
Dress and ready to attend the FAB event “Best Of The Bay” 2010
BGD, Hairstylist Billy Lowe, Melissa A Bolin, Hairstylist Kim Vo, & Carolyn with Antibride
LUV Elizabeth…
6am eatng my treats from the gift bags before heading to the airport
Makeup Artist  Model 1
Makeup Artist Model 2
Makeup Artist Model 3
Makeup Artist Model 4
Makeup Artist Model 5
Makeup Artist Model 6
Makeuo Artist Model 7-WINNER
Makeup Artist Model 8
Makeup Artist Model 9
Makeup Artist Model 10

ABOUT
Brandy Gomez-Duplessis is a Celebrity Makeup Artist who currently reside in New York and part time in New Orleans. Brandy is also a L’OREAL Paris Pro Makeup Artist and a special guest makeup artist in Harlem at BiBi Salon NYC. This New York makeup artist has worked with celebrities like; Angela Bassett, Kerry Washington, Kim Kardashian, Jordin Sparks, Anika Noni Rose, Edie Falco, and Kathryn Erbe, to name a few. You can also keep up with Brandy by reading her personal blog “Inside The Life of A Makeup Artist”, her fashion blog “Black Tie Stiletto” or follow her glamxurious tweets on twitter.
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Destination Wedding Hair, guidette, hair trends, jersey shores, snooki

Snooki Guidette Pouf on Your Wedding Day

by Brandy Gomez-Duplessis
written by Connecticut Celebrity Makeup Artist Brandy Gomez-Duplessis
Hollywood actress on the big screen and television use to dictate the must have hair trends. The Jennifer Aniston, Halle Berry, and Victoria Beckham tresses are no longer being asked for on wedding days. Reality shows stars like Kim Kardashian, Lauren Conrad, The Real Housewives have become the new fashion icons with makeup and hair trend request from brides. Now, Jersey Shore’s Snooki’s trademark teased crown pouf has made its way down the runway and the wedding aisle this season. This hairstyle can be soften and given a more elegant look still keeping the voluminous pouf and twisted ponytails.
For destination brides, adding an exotic flower would complement this guidette look and finish the style. Make sure to use L’OREAL Elnet Satin hairspray to hold your hair in place as you and the groom fist pump on the dance floor.
CREDITS
Hair by Hairstylist Erin Carter @glamgirlhair
Makeup by Celebrity Makeup Artist Brandy Gomez-Duplessis
Photo courtesy of Red Triangle Studios
Model: Jamielyn @jlscloset

Brandy Gomez-Duplessis is a Celebrity Makeup Artist who currently resides in Connecticut works in New York and part time in New Orleans. This L’OREAL Paris Pro Makeup Artist has worked with celebrities like: Golden Globe & Oscar winner Melissa Leo, Jennifer Aniston, Kerry Washington, Kim & Khloe Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Julianne Nicholson, Jordin Sparks, Angela Bassett, Barbara Walters, Edie Falco, Ava DuVernay, Emayatzy Corinealdi,  and Reshma Shetty to name a few. Brandy has worked with New York top affluent and influential New Yorkers; Donna Karan International, St. George’s Society of New York, The Royal Wedding Bash, The English Ball for Burberry, world renowned event planner Marcy Blum, NY award winning CeCi Johnson, Women Of New York, to name a few. Brandy recently worked Sundance Film Festival, VH-1 Divas, Real Simple Magazine, GLAMOUR Magazine #WOTY, OPRAH O YOU, Project Runway, VOGUE TV, Sperry Top-Sider, Burberry Beauty, L’OREAL Paris, International Latino Film Festival, Sundance Film Festival, Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, NY Fashion Week, NBA All Star Weekend, Essence Music Festival, New York Post and more. Keep up with Brandy by reading her personal blog “Inside the Life of a Makeup Artist” or follow her glamxurious tweets.

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bibi salon, harlem, upper manhattan

Special Guest Makeup Artist at BiBi Salon in New York

by Brandy Gomez-Duplessis
This weekend Owner and Master Stylist Maisha Teacher invited me to come do makeup at her salon @BiBiSalonNYC in Harlem, a new hidden gem. I had a FAB time doing makeup services on all my clients…I also had a surprise visit from a special friend, Mimi Loftus-luv her!
I will be attending BIBI Salon NYC LAUNCH Party on November 19th from 7pm-11pm. My flight lands at 6ish from San Francisco so I will be a little late but I’ll be there.
If you want to schedule your makeup application or lash application with me I will be back at BIBI Salon NYC on November 20th from 11am-5pm…see ya bye and luv u mean it!!!

ABOUT
Brandy Gomez-Duplessis is a Celebrity Makeup Artist who currently reside in New York and part time in New Orleans. Brandy is also a L’OREAL Paris Pro Makeup Artist and a special guest makeup artist in Harlem at BiBi Salon NYC. This New York makeup artist has worked with celebrities like; Angela Bassett, Kerry Washington, Kim Kardashian, Jordin Sparks, Anika Noni Rose, Edie Falco, and Kathryn Erbe, to name a few. You can also keep up with Brandy by reading her personal blog “Inside The Life of A Makeup Artist”, her fashion blog “Black Tie Stiletto” or follow her glamxurious tweets on twitter.http://www.google-analytics.com/urchin.js_uacct = “UA-3446372-1”; urchinTracker();

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Vampy Brides Heart Purple Lips

by Brandy Gomez-Duplessis
Dark purple lips are back this season. The sexy siren Scarlett Johnson graced many magazines pages this fall in a Dolce & Gabbana ad, models strutted down the catwalk, and every makeup line is coming out with their fabulous shade of vampy purple. The traditional bride may think this look is just way too daring, but if you are a bride that wants to make a statement this shade is definitely for you.

The vampy lipcolor can be worn either in a matte shade or glammed up with a high glossy pout. But remember when it’s time to kiss the groom…he will have to settle for Hollywood air kisses (smooches).

The best way for any bride to pull off this look is simple.

Keep the skin sheer
Mix a liquid luminizer in your liquid foundation
Line your eyes with a crème or liquid eyeliner
Give yourself a strong contoured cheek
Of course you can’t forget the eyelashes to completely this look

*On the model I used:
L’OREAL PARIS Colour Riche Lip Colour in Divine Wine
L’OREAL PARIS HIP Brilliant Shine Lip Gloss in Ingenue
Smashbox Reflection High Shine Lip Gloss

CREDITS
Written by: Brandy Gomez-Duplessis
Photo by: Greg Miles
Model: Sue Ellen Soto
Makeup by: New York Celebrity Makeup Artist Brandy Gomez-Duplessis

ABOUT
Brandy Gomez-Duplessis is a Celebrity Makeup Artist who currently reside in New York and part time in New Orleans. Brandy is also a L’OREAL Paris Pro Makeup Artist. You can also keep up with Brandy by reading her personal blog “Inside The Life of A Makeup Artist”, her fashion blog “Black Tie Stiletto” or follow her glamxurious tweets on twitter. http://www.google-analytics.com/urchin.js_uacct = “UA-3446372-1”; urchinTracker();

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new orleans bride mimi waters

New Orleans Bride MiMi Waters

by Brandy Gomez-Duplessis

Mimi is a strawberry blonde almost a ginger with very fair skin. I kept Mimi makeup soft leaving her skin sheer and adding a little highlighter to her foundation. I wanted to play up her eyes so I added individual lashes to make her eyes pop. I filled in her brows with a eyeshadow and used SMASHBOX bronzer on her cheeks. On her lips I used L’OREAL colour juice lip gloss in watermelon crush.

Mimi getting her tresses done by the FAB Tommy Centanni 504.259.4400
ABOUT
Brandy Gomez-Duplessis is a Celebrity Makeup Artist who currently reside in New York and part time in New Orleans. Brandy is also a L’OREAL Paris Pro Makeup Artist and a special guest makeup artist in Harlem at BiBi Salon NYC. This New York makeup artist has worked with celebrities like; Angela Bassett, Kerry Washington, Kim Kardashian, Jordin Sparks, Anika Noni Rose, Edie Falco, and Kathryn Erbe, to name a few. You can also keep up with Brandy by reading her personal blog “Inside The Life of A Makeup Artist”,  her fashion blog “Black Tie Stiletto”   or follow her glamxurious tweets on twitter. http://www.google-analytics.com/urchin.js_uacct = “UA-3446372-1”; urchinTracker();

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pink punk cosmo, times square

Enjoying an evening at Times Square

by Brandy Gomez-Duplessis

After a long rainy day after work hubby met up with my bestie Tiffany and I at Times Square for dinner.

pink punk cosmo poured over pink cotton candy
ABOUT
Brandy Gomez-Duplessis is a Celebrity Makeup Artist who currently reside in New York and part time in New Orleans. Brandy is also a L’OREAL Paris Pro Makeup Artist and a special guest makeup artist in Harlem at BiBi Salon NYC. This New York makeup artist has worked with celebrities like; Angela Bassett, Kerry Washington, Kim Kardashian, Jordin Sparks, Anika Noni Rose, Edie Falco, and Kathryn Erbe, to name a few. You can also keep up with Brandy by reading her personal blog “Inside The Life of A Makeup Artist”, her fashion blog “Black Tie Stiletto” or follow her glamxurious tweets on twitter.http://www.google-analytics.com/urchin.js_uacct = “UA-3446372-1”; urchinTracker();

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