I thought that posting these gorgeous shots of my Mama was appropriate considering that Mothers Day is looming (Sunday 13th, in case you were unaware!) Mum rarely wears more than a swipe of liner or eyeshadow, but often asks me to muck around with my stash and make her over as we watch daytime TV on my days off.
I decided to try out a smoky eye look on her, and I don't think I've ever seen her with so much makeup on! She asked if I would do her makeup 'with some black eye shadow, I didn't even know black shadow existed!' She was actually dumbfounded when she saw me open a palette to reveal a black pan! How cute is that!?
I used a few new release products that I'm roadtesting at the moment, including a great smoky palette from bargain Australian brand BYS, which I'll be reviewing in detail next week. Here is a look at the new Animal Instincts* palette...
I used a mixture of all of the shades to create this look, along with the Jane Iredale Mystikol* powdered eyeliner and highlight duo (I only used the powdered eyeliner side for this look) This in part of a beautiful gift set that Jane Iredale has produced in time for Mothers Day, which I will be sharing with you this week.
The Jane Iredale lip plumper in Tokyo is the perfect shade for my Mum, I was elated when I popped it on her! It is also part of the new Jane Iredale gift set, and can be worn sheer or built up for a nice rosy glow on the lips. Mum noticed the tingling sensation after I applied it, but she couldn't decide if she liked the effect or not. I personally love a good tingle in my plumping products!
I wanted to see what Mum would look like with my favourite blush on, and I think it looks fab on her. Covergirl True Plum is a stunner, I've tried it on my sister as well and she looked amazing,too. What a winner of a shade!
I think the look works when Mum pops her glasses on as well, it still stands out and defines her eyes beyond her lenses. I think I will have to bite the bullet and get glasses soon, so it was nice to try out a look specifically for that. I used a bit of powder over her face to set the blush and just provide the slightest bit of coverage all over, as Mum doesn't wear foundation or anything like that.
What do you think of my Mums makeover?!
Do your family members ever rope you in to make them over?
What are your plans for Mothers Day?
(Items marked * were provided for consideration. Honesty, always.)
Awesome makeover Emma, great job on the eye lining. Your mum looks fab, also, kudos for having a mum who supports your blog! My mum tells people about mine, but I doubt she'd agree to be featured on it, even if she only wears makeup if I do it for her. (my sister is the same too...)
ReplyDelete@Lizzi thank you so much! I loved the way her eyes turned out, was so impressed with the prodz I used. Mum is really supportive, spend ages the other night explaining to my Dad while parcels are delivered everyday and how important my role is for the brands haha! Such a sweety, thought possibly disillusioned. Mum wears a teensy bit of shadow sometimes and has been trying two colours at a time to be like me (!) but rocks a nice lip colour often :)
DeleteThat is so sweet that you gave your mum a makeover!
ReplyDeleteI think my mum would rather shave her head than let me put make up on her... she doesn't wear much!
@Melinda thanks for your comment Melinda! She really liked being pampered I think, so we're both happy with it. Oh you should tell her to be crazy for a day and go for it! Mum often gets me to play with makeup on her when she is just spending the day at home;P Certainly impresses the postman ;P
DeleteHow cute! Your mom looks fab :) I think this is such a cute post!!
ReplyDeleteNice work! She looks great. I often do my sister's makeup when she's going out. She has a very natural look day to day, so I try to do something fun.
ReplyDeleteYour mom has really pretty eyes!
ReplyDeleteAwww that is so sweet! Your mother looks gorgeous, the eyeshadow makes the colour of her eyes even more beautiful! Now I know where you get your good looks from :)
ReplyDeleteWell done, Emma! Your mum's gorgeous :)
ReplyDeleteyour mom is so lovely :)
ReplyDeleteAw, she looks lovely! x
ReplyDeleteWhat a classy look! Your Mum looks stunning :)
ReplyDeleteThat's so sweet of you to do your mum's makeup! :) The makeup looks lovely with the glasses, I think it complements the smokey eye perfectly.
ReplyDeleteBrilliant work! Your mom looks amazing and proud :D I really love the combination of colour on her eyes. Though it's a shame that I cannot do the same for my mom as she hates makeup :S Need to think of something else on Mother's Day... Hm...
ReplyDeleteGreat post! You Mum loos very sophisticated! :)
ReplyDeleteOMG this site is awesome!!!! I am so inspired with you Emma- You seem so educated and mature- I love how you share your thoughts and ideas so freely.I am about to hit the cosmetic counters for some serious beauty shopping! Thanks for the great blog!!!!!!
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