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63rd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards – Rashida Jones Makeup Look Breakdown

Audrey Dao — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 22:11:59 +0000

Rashida Jones stepped onto the red carpet at the 63rd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards looking striking and elegant. Her red carpet look was created with the help of Makeup Artist Jo Strettell for Maybelline New York. Jo was inspired by Rashida’s vivacious personality and created a look using Maybelline New York’s latest products. To complement her dusty pink dress, Jo kept Rashida’s makeup classic and pretty. A dramatic eye and vibrant lip added unexpected edge and modernized the look.

I just love Rashida Jones. When I found out her makeup look for the 63rd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards consisted of Maybelline products, I knew I had to share with you all. I just love it when celebrities use drugstore products for big events!

Find out how to get Rashida’s Emmy look!

For Face:

To even complexion and create a natural base, Jo prepped Rashida’s skin with Maybelline New York Fit Me! Foundation in Honey Beige. On the apples of cheeks, she used Maybelline New York Fit Me! Blush in Medium Mauve, a dusty pink blush to complement the rosy color of Rashida’s gown. Next, Jo contoured and highlighted with a shimmery powder.

For Eyes:

Jo used Maybelline New York Eye Studio Lasting Drama Gel Eyeliner in Blackest Black to create a glamorous eye look. She dotted the liner between areas of Rashida’s top and bottom lashes. Next, to create the illusions of denser lashes, she ran the liner along the top and bottom lashlines. To set the gel liner and line the entire inner rim of the eye, Jo used Maybelline New York Eye Studio Master Drama Cream Pencil in Coal Commander. She then applied a shimmery cream shadow to the inner corners of the eyes and as a highlight over the brow bone. She finished the dramatic eye look with several coats of Maybelline New York The Falsies by Volum’ Express Mascara in Blackest Black.

For Lips:

Jo added rich color and glamorous shine to the lips with Maybelline New York Color Sensational High Shine Lipcolor in Dazzling Plum – the perfect product to achieve Rashida’s deep vixen pout!

How To Do A French Manicure

Audrey Dao — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:51:29 +0000

Do you remember last week I shared this photo on facebook and twitter? I promised you I would show you how to do a French manicure. Well, here it is!

Doing an at home French manicure is very quick and easy. I didn’t realize how quick and easy until a friend of mine showed me. Now, I want to share with you!

Find out how! *picture heavy*

You will need the following:

a base coat

a tip color (usually white, but you can choose a different color to make it festive)

a sheer pink/beige nail color (for American version)

a top coat

100% pure Acetone. It will work a lot better and quicker than regular nail polish remover.

a rounded eyeshadow brush. You don’t want it too dense or too big. The width of your pinky nail should suffice.

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Okay. Got everything? Let’s get started!

The first step is to apply a layer of base coat and let the coat dry for a couple of minutes.

Next, take the nail polish color you want to paint your tips. I like to paint mine white. I try not to go too far down my nail because that just means more nail polish for me to remove later. I also find it best to paint on 2 thin layers instead of one thick one.

After painting the tips, it’s time to shape and clean the edges. Pour a little bit of the 100% Acetone into a small container.

Dip the rounded eyeshadow brush into the Acetone.

Brush away the excess. Use the roundness of the brush to help you create a slightly curved edge. There is no wrong or right way to remove the excess polish. Do whatever feels comfortable and easy for you. After each swipe, dip the brush into Acetone so the nail polish doesn’t collect on the bristles.

Now that the tips are done, paint on a thin layer of top coat (for the French version) or a sheer pink/beige color (for the American version).

Last step is to paint on a layer of top coat if you decided to do the American version and you’re done!

Easy, yes?

Neutral Nail Hues Spotted At Something Borrowed Premiere

Audrey Dao — Thu, 05 May 2011 14:15:22 +0000

Whether you’re planning a walk down the aisle or just a walk down the red-or blue!-carpet, take a cue from a few of the gorgeous gals at the Something Borrowed premiere and go neutral with your nails!

Try a sandy neutral hue like Ginnifer Goodwin with Better Together from the new Wedding Collection from Essie.

If you prefer your neutral with a touch of pink like newly engaged Kristin Cavallari, try Made To Honor from the new Wedding Collection from Essie.

Willow Smith At 2011 Kids’ Choice Awards

Audrey Dao — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 03:51:31 +0000

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Willow Smith whips her hair up into a funky updo and I love it. I was getting tired of her long braids.

Check out Willow’s whole look!

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Selena Gomez At 2011 Kids’ Choice Awards

Audrey Dao — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 03:46:18 +0000

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I always love Selena Gomez’s look. She always looks so pretty and put together. By the way, is it me or do her legs get longer and longer? Or maybe her hem line gets shorter and shorter?

Check out Selena’s whole look!

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Miley Cyrus At 2011 Kids’ Choice Awards

Audrey Dao — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 03:40:48 +0000

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Yea! Finally! A Miley Cyrus I like! Her makeup is pretty and light. I love her flowy, wavy hair (I wish I could do that with my hair!). I also love the floral pattern of her dress. Not liking the mermaid style of the dress though. Maybe if it were a flowy bohemian esque dress it would look better.

Check out Miley’s whole look!

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Taylor Momsen At 2011 Kids’ Choice Awards

Audrey Dao — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 03:33:20 +0000

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Oh Little J why must you try to rock the panda-eye look? I really do wish you would go light on the black eye makeup. On the positive side, I love your smooth skin and lip color. Very pretty.

Check out Taylor’s whole look!

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Also, I wish Taylor would stay away from the hooker heels. Not attractive at all.

Victoria Justice At 2011 Kids’ Choice Awards

Audrey Dao — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 03:25:59 +0000

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How pretty does Victoria Justice look? I think so pretty! I love her lashes and rosy cheeks! I just love her whole look!

Check out Victoria’s whole look!

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PS…Doesn’t Victoria Justice look like she could be Nina Dobrev’s, of Vampire Diaries, twin sister?

Miranda Cosgrove At 2011 Kids’ Choice Awards

Audrey Dao — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 03:18:18 +0000

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Miranda Cosgrove of iCarly (I will always remember her from the movie School of Rock). I’m not sure I’m digging her whole look. I think the reddish, orange lip color kind of clashes with her dress.

Check out Miranda’s whole look!

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What do you think of her shoes? I think there are one too many straps.

Celine Dion – Oscars 2011

Audrey Dao — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 01:39:29 +0000

Celine Dion - Oscars 2011

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Can you believe she gave birth to twins a few months ago! Man she looks amazing!

Check out Celin’s dress!

Celine Dion - Oscars 2011

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Dress: Giorgio Armani Privé