Leftover turkey can only mean one thing.... the holidays are here! Your invitations are flowing in fast and furious with everything from corporate parties and family gatherings to girlfriend get-togethers and special evenings out.  In honor of the upcoming festivities, I'm offering discounted makeup services. If you have a special holiday party coming up why not treat yourself to a Glamorous Holiday Makeup application for only $40 ?!  That's an incredible savings of $35!    Appointments are limited so book your Holiday Makeup application today!  Go flawless, go gorgeous, go GLAM!! For only $40 , you can have your makeup professionally applied for an amazing, festive look that will radiate exquisite beauty!  False lashes are included! We'll work together to create a stunning style which is so totally YOU!!  Look flawless and fabulous for your HOLIDAY EVENT !! Your makeup will be...

Not sure what to buy for your favorite makeup artist this Holiday..... Here are a few of my obsessions... EDWARD BESS Baby Pink Lip Palette A wardrobe of eight perfectly pink shades in Edward’s signature Ultra Slick Lipstick formula—plus a full-size lip brush. This sleek, mirrored palette is every girly girl’s dream. Baby soft shades drench your pout with Edward’s signature ultra-creamy formula. Pucker up—your lips are in for a treat TWEEZERMAN Hot Pink 15x Lighted Magnifying Mirror A useful, optically correct, hot pink 15X magnifying mirror for easy tweezing. This super handy, hot pink Magnifying Mirror is great for any precision tasks, from tweezing to makeup application to contact lens insertion. With an optically correct 15x magnifying mirror clear from edge-to-edge with no distortion, you are able to isolate even the finest hair for accurate, easy tweezing. The bright, battery powered light clearly illuminates the eye area and the entire face. Portable and practical, s...

Destination weddings have become increasingly more common. With a touch of added romance, zesty adventure and of course the sultry GETAWAY, a destination wedding can be just that little special touch you're looking for. Planning and organizing a wedding in another city, state or country can be overwhelming and downright nerve-wracking. Trusting wedding professionals is scary enough, but depending on those not within reach can be quite intimidating. There are so many things that can go wrong; no-show photographers, inferior products, overbooked rooms, makeup artists not familiar with your skin type….. When planning your destination wedding, why not consider bringing a team of vendors with you? You will be able to easily hash out all the specifics and details in advance. Your stress level will be minimized knowing you’ve had the opportunity to work with them in detail making sure your wishes and ideas are well planned. No need to leave it all up to chance, especia...

I have the most beautiful clients in the world!!! Check out these two heart warming reviews from two stunning young brides... Georgia Bride: Hollie "I live in the Tallahassee, FL area and I had a hard time finding an airbrush make-up artist that looked reliable and had good reviews for my November 3rd wedding. I started looking in the surrounding areas and found Stephanie on the internet. I called her and left a message and she called me back within the hour. She was always very professional and timely anytime I emailed her. I set up a trial in her studio for me and my mom. She was punctual and did a great job on our makeup trial. She was very attentive during the trial of the look we were trying to achieve and the makeup looked great. We looked as good at 10PM as we did at 10AM that morning. After a successful trial, I scheduled Stephanie for my wedding. We kept in touch until the wedding day and she was always very responsive. She had to drive from her studio to Cairo, GA...

How to choose between airbrush makeup and traditional (hand-applied) makeup... There is a lot of hype about airbrush makeup. Having 20+ years of experience in applying makeup, and working with new and improved cosmetic products and the latest tools, let me provide you with my understanding of both airbrush and traditional makeup applications.  I do offer both airbrush and the traditional method of application and I do not charge more for either option. Why? Well, to begin with airbrushing is just another method or tool for applying makeup. I could use a sponge, a brush, my fingers or an airbrush machine. I don't consider it a special service, but rather a different technique.  With the airbrush method, small particles of the foundation are sprayed through an airbrush gun using air. These small particles are deposited on the skin and the amount of coverage is controlled by the individual applying the makeup. Airbrush offers the ability to apply a s...

Are you looking for a unique gift to give to a special someone that has everything? Purchase a $50 Gift Certificate and receive an additional $25 Gift Certificate FREE!! ***Limited time only*** A Gift Certificate makes the perfect gift for any occasion. Use your Gift Certificate toward a Complete Makeup Application, Makeup 101, Debutante Makeup or other Makeup Service. Great gift idea for Bridesmaids, Brides, Teens, Sweet 16, Birthdays, Holidays and more!!! ~ FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY ~ Receive a $25 Gift Certificate with your purchase of any $50 Gift Certificate Use the Complimentary Gift Certificate for yourself or give it away as a gift! Makeup services may include Makeup 101, Debutante Makeup or a Complete Makeup Application. Contact me for specific details. MAKEUP 101 ~ $100pp Learn how to achieve an effortless daytime look with a one-on-one makeup lesson. Makeup 101 includes a personal consultation and hands-on assistance with ...

October 27, 2012 Photos: Sara Purdy Photography

Gorgeous Christy shows us how to do bridal right, Texas style.... Photos courtesy: Jennifer Ring Photography

Are you completely in shock by the price quotes you are receiving from makeup artists for your wedding day? It can be extremely confusing, overly bewildering and downright baffling. Let’s be real, it’s just makeup… If you’ve never had to inquire about having your makeup professionally done, you may find these makeup prices to be a bit over the top. By now you are probably thinking this makeup artist has got to be from another planet and you are bound and determined to find someone with lower pricing. Perhaps you are on a super strict wedding budget and you just can’t imagine why any bride would want to drop that much dough on making herself look gorgeous for her wedding. It’s just one day after all…nothing super special, right? If this is you, then stop reading….But, if you are the bride that wants to know why it’s going to cost a pretty penny to be flawlessly perfect, then please, read on…. Let’s begin by diving into the nitty-gritty world of makeup artistry for brides. ...

I'm all about makeup! I love it, I adore it and I wear it just about every day.  However, there are some days when I really want to just go bare faced into the world but I know I still need to even out my skin tone and most definitely protect it from pollution and skin damage.  This is when I sport the "No Makeup" Makeup Look.   ( /\  FYI: This is not me   /\ ) Here are a few of my tips.   To get the skin smooth and even in tone, I begin prepping with a quality moisturizer.  I adore Embryolisse and for oily skin like mine, I use Emulsion Hydra-Mat.  If your skin isn't all that oily, then I suggest Lait-Crème Concentrè.  Once I've got the moisturizer applied, I add a primer.  A primer is going to provide you with an even canvas for your foundation.  When I'm not using airbrush makeup, I swear by Peter Thomas Roth's Max Anti-Shine Mattifying Gel.  Another fa...