Sunday, 4 October 2015

Autumn/Winter 2015 Makeup & Hair trends.

Autumn is upon us in the UK and my update of the 2015 Autumn/Winter Hair & Make-up trends is here to guide you through fashionably!  You may want to avoid some of the the 'Grunge' and 'Gothic' looks or who knows you may want to adapt them to work for you.

Firstly are my top five kit essentials you will need to buy to stay on trend:
*Skin illuminator for the no make-up look
*Black Kohl pencil to apply in the water line
* New lipstick in any shade of berry, red or nude pink
*hairbands for that super sleek ponytail or texturised knot
*pink/peach toned blusher for that healthy flush

My personal favourite trends are:

*Roberto Cavali

For the rock 'n' roll waves and kohl rimmed eyes...


 * Diane Von Furstenberg

For the ultimate modern smoky eye....


*Moschino

For simple sun kissed winter beauty...


*Oscar-De-La-Renta

For ultimate evening glamour...


*Topshop Unique

For casual daytime beauty...


Here are the trends you need to know!

* "Greige" the latest buzz word ....as seen at Marc Jacobs.



*Lipgloss... as seen at Rodarte, Rag & Bone, Fendi and Roland Mouret



*Barely there make-up






*Graphic liner and eyeliner in the waterline







*Berry and red lips or nude pinks







*Side partings and sleek pony tails



*Updo's consisting of modern topknots and pleats



* Adornment with crystals and tattoos





Wednesday, 30 September 2015

September Update!

The 1st of the month is my birthday so the month of September always begins well!
My husband and I spent the day in London and had a superb lunch at Le Gavroche.





Wedding season has continued steadily throughout September with wedding's at some lovely venues including quirky South Farm in Royston and a fabulous wedding in Bibury in the Cotswolds.

I love the Gypsy style caravans at South farm.


We stayed overnight at The Old Bear Inn B&B for my wedding near Cirencester.


Rude not to have afternoon tea during my visit : )



Stow-on-the-wold


The weather has been better than during August in terms of sunshine, I have enjoyed some lovely sunny days spent in the countryside with my pooches.






My mum remarried on the 26th to the lovely John, congratulations again Mr & Mrs Reynolds!
The wedding took place at Strand House in Winchelsea, we had a fabulous three day house party and the weather was beautiful too (www.thestrandhouse.co.uk).  I look forward to sharing some professional shots with you soon!

My cosy room, complete with Strand House bears and love hearts.



The beautiful Rye Bay Cottage where we stayed at Strand House.


Pre-wedding mani pedis...


 Love is in the air at breakfast!


Sheep right outside our room, the bleating was great to send you to sleep zzz....


The cake topper Mum and John in their MG! www.cakeexpectations.co.uk


 Our beautiful vintage rose bouquets.


 The make-up kit...


My beautiful Mum!


Mr & Mrs. Reynolds!


The sun shone for us on Winchelsea beach.


Below are just some of the beautiful ladies I have had the pleasure to recently meet and some of my recent hair styling work that I offer by personal request only.

Stunning Geetu, who is getting married in November.


Charmaine at her make-up trial session.


Beautiful bridesmaids...


All about the bride!



Hair and make-up trials!


My lovely mum's wedding make-up trial no.3!!!! ... and yes she did milk having a daughter as a make-up artist.


Flower girl hairstyling.


Bridal Hair.



Flower girl hair.

 Bridesmaids Hair.


Behind the scenes wedding preparations.


Ready for action!


Action station!


The Action shot!



In other news exactly one year ago I began evening classes in Spanish and I am pleased to say one year on and I am still continuing on my course and enjoying it!

Apologies as well for the lack of posts it has been a particularly busy time lately I promise to post more throughout the winter months!

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