A Great Gatsby inspired wedding!

Back in April this year I had the great pleasure of doing a twenties inspired glamorous make-up look for Jaydean's wedding at Notley Abbey.

The make-up I used to create Jaydean's wedding day look is listed below:

Base: Estee Lauder Double wear foundation in shades Desert and Ivory Beige.

Eyes: MAC Shadows in shades Mulch, omega, cork, brun, and nylon. MAC Splashproof black mascara, Bobbi Brown gel eyeliner shade black, Lancome black liquid eyeliner and Benefit eyebright pencil. Ardell individual eyelashes were also applied with Duo adhesive.

Cheeks and Glow: Daniel Sandler watercolour creme rouge blusher in shade soft peach, Bobbi Brown Bronze Shimmer Brick and Kiko Bronzing powder shade 103.

Lips:YSL Rouge Pur couture Vernis a Levres lipcolour shade 32


Below are some images from the bridal preparations through to the finished look.

"We would like to say a huge thank you to the very talented NIkiMakeUp! Being in the bridal hair styling industry I had the pick of the best and I knew exactly who I wanted on my big day! Niki is consistent, professional and so precise!. We took inspiration from the 1920's and had a lot of fun with the theme. I wanted to of course feel like me but still make a statement and have a polished look that would stand out in images and last all day & night! I was worried I'd be kissing off my pillar box red lippy onto the groom & guests but Niki recommended the new YSL range which sets so does not kiss off! I didn't need to retouch much in the evening;) The look worked by day and by night! Niki also applied beautiful make up for my bridesmaids who also went for a contrasting red lip but a deeper red tone. My mum also looked stunning and as a family of 'make up wearer's' she had her work cut out! We are so pleased with our images and its thanks to Niki and her magic make up wand! Its always a pleasure working alongside Niki and we were blessed to have her be apart of our day! Thank You much Love Jaydean & James Lenaghan xxx Notley Abbey 25/04/2014"

Venue www.notleyabbey.co.uk
Make-up services at www.nikimakeup.co.uk
Hair styling at www.vickilordbridalhair.co.uk
Photography at www.bekiyoung.co.uk

September update!

The highs...
It was my birthday this month so I had lots of fun celebrating.
I had a week's holiday on the Amalfi coast which was AMAZING!
Finally I started a beginners Spanish course after years of saying I am going to.
I have had some lovely client shoots and wedding /special occasion make up's this month
I have been lucky enough to have had two wonderful wine tasting experiences in September..cant be bad : )

The lows...
I have spent the last week and a half knocked for six with a horrible throat virus, I am slowly on the mend but I am not quite there yet!
On a lighter note I have eaten a whole jar of honey in a week, consumed over ten lemsips and four packs of throat lozenges as well as drinking a gazillion cups of tea I fear my teeth may fall out shortly to finish me off!

Some of my September pictures below : )

Just some of the beauties above that I did make up or hair styling for.

Birthday at Roux at Parliament Square

 Amalfi coast holiday

My Holiday Sun Essentials!

I will soon be going on holiday and here are my essential holiday sun products!

St Tropez Gradual Tan Medium/Dark 
I have been using this almost daily during the summer months for a couple of years now to keep my skin hydrated and achieve a healthy bronzed glow. I have always used the medium dark shade as this seems to work well for me.

Nivea Sun Factor 20
I have used Nivea suncare for years and have never had any problems with it, so I stick to what works! I particularly like the fact it is non-greasy and applies easily for an even coverage. I love the smell and it moisturizes my skin beautifully at the same time as protecting it.

Garnier Ambre Solaire SPF 50
I love this handy travel size tube to carry with me on the go.  I use it to apply to sensitive areas such as moles, scars and the tops of my ears. I also use it on my face before make-up to moisturise and protect as it feels lightweight and non-greasy and never causes spots like some products can.

Lucas Papaw Ointment
I have often raved about this wonder product before, this is my absolute essential on holiday!
I use it to smooth down flyaway hair, add radiance on my cheekbones, as a lip balm and to soothe bites instantly.  It is also super to apply to burns, scars and grazes it works for just about everything!

Autumn/Winter Hair & Make-up trends 2014

Check out the latest catwalk hair and make-up creations for the approaching winter here:
http://uk.pinterest.com/nikimakeup/autumn-winter-2014/

Adapt the looks and styles to suit you.

It is "all about the eyes" this autumn so have fun experimenting with lashes, colour and metallic's keeping lips pale and natural.

Style hair in pretty buns, sweep a fringe and play around with cornrow styles!

You can also follow me on Pinterest for lots of hair and make-up inspiration.
http://uk.pinterest.com/nikimakeup/

August Update!

August has been a busy month I have had shoots for Sainsbury's, Getty Images and Lagom Fashion all shot in London and I have had a super busy month of weddings and wedding make up trials...lots of gorgeous brides to beautify for their big day!  I have been lucky enough to be meet some really lovely people along the way and visit some stunning and interesting locations too.

My month in pictures!

First off I made my first ever trifle with mum and profiteroles both were received at the family BBQ very well...yum yum  : )

I just love this photo it captures the girls getting ready on the wedding day perfectly, always such fun!

 On  a Getty images shoot in Hackney ...

Lagom fashion shoot on the South bank shot in an old warehouse with a film noir vibe.

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Bridal Beauty Inspiration 2014

This year has definitely seen an interesting shift in bridal make-up and hair trends.
As this years bridal make-up trials began in January it soon became apparent that many of my brides were opting for a more glamorous 'made-up' look for their big day as opposed to the very popular 'boho' natural make-up and very soft hair styles over the past couple of years. I have seen many brides with red painted nails and hair artfully perfected into glamorous waved and curled styles. I have applied a lot of red lips and defined eyes with dramatic smokey brown and grey hues and precise eyeliner flicks.
Hollywood glamour and the roaring twenties for example have heavily inspired many of my 2014 brides.
There has obviously still been many brides opting for the more natural make-up and softer hair styled looks and there always will be but it has been fun to do these stronger looks as well!
The pictures below are images brides have sent to me as there inspirational hair and make-up pictures.

Here are just a couple of my very glamorous brides and I hope to share more professional images with you soon.

For more hair and make-up inspiration follow my boards on Pinterest, I update daily with new inspirations : )

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For all make-up enquiries please visit www.nikimakeup.co.uk

Lauren Bacall: An Icon

Lauren Bacall Hollywood Icon.

1924-2014