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Summer is here and it's HOT, HOT, HOT!!! As the warm weather sets in, I tend to minimize my daily makeup application to something quick, light and oh so airy-feeling.  My absolute must-have Summertime product is a Lip & Cheek Stain.   Available in a multitude of colors, lip/check stains can be found in numerous cosmetic brands.  Some of my favorites:     Sephora's Lush Flush in Pinot , a ripe cherry color. It's fabulous gel-based formula is easy to apply and blend allowing buildable coverage to achieve a deeper level of intensity.  The stain mimics a flushed look on both lips and cheeks and really gives an all over glow to my face.  Sephora's Lush Flush comes in a tube complete with an applicator wand.  It's the perfect size to toss in a purse and fits easily into your pocket.   BECCA's Beach Tint is a beautifully blendable crème stain for cheeks and lips that suit all s...

Please join me in helping John Nickoloff get his solo-project off the ground!! http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/johnnickoloff/john-nickoloff-debut-solo-record-get-out-of-my-way John Nickoloff first emerged on the music scene in 1995. As frontman for the successful Daytona Beach rock band RainLord, followed by Naked Rachel and most recently NICKOLOFF, John has honed his unique and unforgettable entertaining craft through countless hours in the recording studio, as well as live performances. From clubs to major concert venues up and down the U.S. East coast opening for Skid Row, Slaughter, Gregg Allman, Bo Bice, Dierks Bentley and many more. NOW, John Nickoloff steps out on his own as a solo artist, with a renewed enthusiasm and an immeasurable motivation. The first step in this transformation is the 5 song EP "Get Out Of My Way" Visit John's Fan page at http://www.facebook.com/JNJohnNickoloff

My makeup work can reflect anything from soft, clean beauty to exotic, fantasy makeup and everything in between. But, to anyone who personally knows me, you probably realize I am completely untraditional. My personal style and tastes definitely deviate from the mainstream. So, when I discovered this website a few years back, I knew I had to find a way to advertise on the site. Please show some love and join Rock 'n Roll Bride On their Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/rocknrollbride Check out their Twitter page at http://twitter.com/RocknRollBride and their Pinterest page at http://pinterest.com/rocknrollbride/ Keep an eye out for my ad to hit the site in the near future! Stay beautiful!! XO

Here's a cute photo from Marisa's St. Augustine wedding. Just as the cake started to fall, the caterer was able to grab hold. What an awesome photo!! Image courtesy of LanierStar Photography. http://www.lanierstar.com

For a limited time only! BRIDES...book your makeup services by August 31st for you and four (4) others and receive your wedding day makeup for FREE*. Offer is valid for any future wedding date as long as the signed agreement and retainer is received prior to August 31st, 2012. Offer is not valid on any previously signed agreements or current bookings. You must have four (4) paid makeup services and your makeup will be provided free of charge! This offer is for a limited time only and will expire August 31st, 2012. *Offer is subject to be certain limitations and conditions. Please contact me for full details. photo courtesy: Hand in Hand Photography

I met with Stephanie today for her makeup consultation. Her wedding will be this Saturday, June 2nd in St. Augustine. The summer heat is already here, so Stephanie wanted to be sure her makeup would be sweat and tear proof.