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BEHIND THE BEAUTY: Alexandra Groover A/W 09

written by Makeup Artist Brandy Gomez-Duplessis

California designer Alexandra Groover’s (AW09/10) off scheduled fashion show at London Fashion Week makeup look was very futuristic but very minimal. The models were dressed in black garments with structured shape and voluminous silhouettes. The makeup was very dark (my favorite) with a clean face and light lip. The eye shadow the models wore down the catwalk was black with a shimmering grey eye shadow to soften the eye. The liquid foundation used was Benefits Non Fiction and a little of Moonbean mixed with the foundation to create a more pale look. Moonbean was also used on the lips and Baby Cake was added through the brows. The eyes were finished with Badgal Waterproof Eye pencil and light application of Lust Dust for a metallic shimmer.

This is more of a new take on smoky eye, more space age with a glam gothic vampire look. So let’s see when this look will make it to the USA and NYC Fashion Week.

Glam Life of Celebrity Makeup Artist…in New Orleans who now cover Los Angeles, Dallas, South Beach, and New York.

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Fillico $100.00 Bottle Water

written by Makeup Artist Brandy Gomez-Duplessis

As you all know I have been hired to do makeup for over 100 weddings here in New Orleans and lots of Destination weddings. I have done small intimate weddings, young couples, socialites weddings, glam Hollywood weddings, political weddings and Caribbean weddings. Never, have I ever came across any bride having Fillico Beverly Hills Water.

Well Monday at the shoot for the bridal magazine I thought I saw it all when the model wore an 8 carat wedding ring for one of the looks. I was at all of this amazing rock. But yesterday, they pulled out the Fillico water that is a 750ml bottle retail at $100.00 a bottle…yeah a bottle not a case. The bottled is beautiful, crystal everywhere. Definitely my style of item. I could not concentrate on doing makeup because this $100.00 bottle of water was just blinging on set.

What I found out about the water is that it comes from an ultra luxurious line of spring water from a company called Vieluce in Osaka, Japan. It’s natural spring water from Mount Rokko in Kobe, Japan. Only 5,000 bottles are sold a month since there is a limited supply of natural spring water. The bottles are made of frosted glass, with gold paint and accented with extraordinary Swarovski crystals.


I wonder if Diddy drinks Fillico water?

Glam Life of Celebrity Makeup Artist…in New Orleans who now cover Los Angeles, Dallas, South Beach, and New York.

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Two Photo Shoots

As crazy as it may sound I actually love it when I have photo shoots back to back. It keeps me on my feet staying creative. Both assignments are totally opposite so there is no way I would be doing the same looks.

I already started on my first assignment at 5am only a few more hours to go if everything else goes smooth. Weather is perfect so we don't have to worry about the weather slowing us down.

My second shoot today call time is at 4pm. So, I will have just enough time to clean my brushes and clean my kit for round two. I love that the pictures on this assignment will only be seen mostly in Japan. So, a new market for me.

GLAM LIFE OF A MAKEUP ARTIST…IN NEW ORLEANS

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Twitter Twitter Twitter

Alright everybody, I know I am a little slow with all the social networking but I am catching up slowly. The girls set up my TWITTER page tonight so now everybody can really keep up with me. But, you have to be honest. I shared with you all last month that my schedule was going to be a little crazy for a minute that I would not blog daily to bare with me. So, the girls decided this is just another way for them as well as you all to keep up with me while on the road.

It’s just a lot of work, I gave up updating myspace, and model mayhem. My blog is still the most current. My facebook page is not 6 months old and Shontell and I started a blog together in March 2009 and now here comes me on TWITTER…WOW a lot of work.

Before I forget the twitter name is http://www.twitter.com/bgdmakeupartist

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Chelsea Girls Makeup Look

written by Makeup Artist Brandy Gomez-Duplessis

The makeup look in this fashion spread is very edgy and very sexy. Just using heavy black liquid eyeliner, full strip lashes, strong dark brows, nude lips and strong contoured checks wowed me. The models all look like mannequins with their porcelain flawless skin. The big platinum bouffant hair channeling the look of the most popular movie star in the late 1950’s actress Kim Novak, in a retro themed editorial shot at New York’s own Chelsea Hotel. The “Lady Lust” story features appearances by Constance Jablonski, Sessilee Lopez, Eniko Mihalik, Fernanda Tavares, and Joshua Walter and is certain to be an editorial to remember.



On Eyes: L’Oréal Paris Extra Volume Collagen Mascara in black and
Super Liner Carbon Gloss Eyeliner in carbon black

On Eyes: Shiseido The Makeup Fine Eyeliner in black
On Lips: Nars Satin Lipstick in promiscuous
On Brows: M.A.C Eye Brows in stud

On Hair: Bumble and bumble
Curl Conscious Defining Creme

Glam Life of Celebrity Makeup Artist…in New Orleans who now cover Los Angeles, Dallas, South Beach, and New York.

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Sneak a Peak into Maybelline’s 2009 Calendar

written by Makeup Artist Brandy Gomez-Duplessis

Here is your V.I.P. pass – a sneak peek of the limited edition 2009 Maybelline Calendar. The calendar will give you access to true New York glamor, your front row seat to beauty that is uniquely Maybelline. Photographer Kenneth Willardt and Makeup Artist Charlotte Willer gives you 12 amazing frames of what New York City is known for.


Models Adriana Lima, Kemp Muhl, Julia Stegner, Anna Wang and Jessica White all embody the Maybelline world of beauty and the Maybelline woman. Each makeup look gave me a certain feel I get when in NYC; electrifying, seductive, delicate, bright, strong, nightlife, fashion-forward, luxurious, sleek, confident, stylish, and vibrant. I am so excited about all of the makeup looks and can’t wait to add some of the products to my makeup kit.

Enjoy the behind the scene video of the making of Maybelline 2009 Calendar…I know I did. Watched it 3 times.

Glam Life of Celebrity Makeup Artist…in New Orleans who now cover Los Angeles, Dallas, South Beach, and New York.

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TRICKS OF THE TRADE: Curling Your Eyelashes

written by Makeup Artist Brandy Gomez-Duplessis

I think I may be one of the few Professional Makeup Artists who do not use an eyelash curler. For me, I have tried so many eye lash curlers in the past and I had pinched my eyes lids and bent my lashes that I would not dare try to use it on some else. So, I had to learn another way to really get the lashes to curl when applying mascara.

Tweezerman, is the only brand that I buy for my tweezers. Well, they recently came out with a new rose-gold Pro-Curl Curler. It’s designed for people like me, its pinch proof, ergonomically crafted and the contoured curler is designed to fit all eye shapes. It has a thick round silicone pad to give the ultimate leverage for the best curl. It also comes with 3 replacement pads but you must replace your curler pad after three months and curler between 6-9 month.

Tips & Tricks

With eye opened wide and pad positioned at the base of lash-line hold handles firmly and gently squeeze.

Hold a few seconds, open curler completely and gently release lashes.

Repeat, by moving all the way up to lash tips to create a more dramatically sweeping curve.

Apply mascara and follow up with Tweezerman eyelashcomb for an even more flawless, clump-free curl.

Now you are on your way to creating your favorite eye-opening, runway effects, sexier sweep and a more defined look.

Available at Sephora for $20.00

Glam Life of Celebrity Makeup Artist…in New Orleans who now cover Los Angeles, Dallas, South Beach, and New York.

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Bridal Show Casting Call for Models


WEDDINGS IN STYLE MAGAZINE CASTING CALL For the Largest Bridal show of the Season!
NEW ORLEANS, LA – 3/17/09 – Weddings In Style Magazine is looking for modern men and women to don the season’s hottest wedding apparel and strut down the runway for all the “Soon-To-Be’s” to see in our bridal fashion show.

Think you have the look of a blushing bride or glowing groom? Join Weddings In Style for a casting call at the Westin Hotel New Orleans on Thursday, March 19, 2009 at 5:30 in the evening. Models should arrive at 5:00pm in the Crescent Ballroom on the 3rd floor. Parking available in the Canal Place Garage.

Chosen participants from the casting call will receive complimentary photographs from the show to update their portfolios taken by New Orleans finest photographers.

Casting call judges will also pick three lucky models to appear in a fashion spread for the spring 2010 issue of Weddings In Style Magazine. The winners will be featured among the industry’s top models wearing only the best in bridal wear.

Weddings In Style is looking for radiant men and women with that “Happily Ever After” glow. Models must be available Wednesday, April 8, 2009 from 6 pm to 9 pm. Event will take place at North Shore Harbor Center in Slidell, LA.

For more information contact:
Christine Breaux
504-525-2743
info@weddingsmagaazines.com
or log onto http://www.weddingsmagazines.com

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BEAUTY SPARK: Bold Eyecolor in Blues, Greens, and Violet

written by Makeup Artist Brandy Gomez-Duplessis

This spring, you will see a lot of bright makeup colors for eyes and lips from many makeup lines. Vibrant eye shadow colors for eyes will be in blues, greens and violets.

When wearing bold eye shadow colors, be sure that your eyeliner is slightly darker than the shadow. Start by lining your upper lid and trace over it with a matching shadow. Use a lipstick or lip gloss that has a lot of pigment but a sheer finish. Keep the cheeks soft with a pink or bronzed color.

Estée Lauder Duo-Tone Eye Pencil in Aquateal $18.50

Cargo Color Palette in Tahiti $28.00

Chantecaille Lip Sheer in Rose Coral $28.00

Physicians Formula Shimmer Strips in Rosy Glow $11.95

Glam Life of Celebrity Makeup Artist…in New Orleans who now cover Los Angeles, Dallas, South Beach, and New York.

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BEHIND THE BEAUTY: Derek Lam’s Undone French Twist

written by Brandy Gomez-Duplessis

Undone French twists equal ooh lala femininity.

I really loved the hairstyle from Derek Lam’s Fall 09 Fashion Show. His models skipped down the runway wearing a really easy updo that can go from day to night. You would only need a finishing mist and a bow. At the fashion show, Lam’s models wore a satin bow, but crystal barrettes, flowers, and even the blue bird that Carrie Bradshaw wore in Sex And The City would be perfect.

To get the look:

*Blow hair out straight. Add body by setting with big Velcro rollers for 10 minutes.

*Pull hair back and twist it up into a loose twist.

*Pull out a section in the front so that it frames your face, which is what makes this style fluid. Use a Finishing Mist for hold.

*Clip your choice of accessory on the side and…voila!

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