Drawing on a collection from Bourjois which was
released last year for spring, I created a Parisian makeup look influenced by
macarons, sweet pastels and sugary goodness. I decided to recreate the look
from the campaign poster down to the detail, and gathered up as many Bourjois
products as I could muster to get in the French feel of things.
Creating a base with my Bourjois 123 Perfect foundation,
I then went in with my Laura Mercier blush in Rose Desire to
create a sweet but striking strong pink cheek akin to that which the model
wears for the campaign. The eyes aren’t something I would wear myself, but I
find it a wonderful experience to walk through a look step by step and see how
close I can get to the image with the products at hand. I used a shimmery pale
pink shade from my Bourjois Eyeshadow Trio to create the pop of light in
the centre of the eye, and went in with a mix of Rose Desire (blush on eyes, take note!) and a random
hot pink shadow to create a defined crease. I then mixed a few of my bright
greens (MAC Bitter, MAC Juxt + Inglot) to create the chunky definition
around the outer thirds of the upper and lower lash line.
I like the way the Clinique High Lengths mascara
stretches my lashes out, but ultimately I think what this look needed was a
good set of flared falsies to really add to the drama. Duo glue, I’m coming for you! If there were ever another time where
I would rock this look, I would definitely tone down the green and bring it
closer to the lash line, but I wanted to stay true to the advertisement so
crazy it had to be!
I cracked out my Revlon Lip Butter in Strawberry
Shortcake (which admittedly doesn’t get much love from me) and topped it
with a little bit of Smashbox O-Gloss* to create more shine and gloss to
the lips. I actually can’t stand the Smashbox gloss as I find it thick
and uncomfortable to wear, but back when I created this look lazy blogger alert I was trying to use
it up.
How often do you wear pastel shades?
Do you think I made it close to the campaign poster (keeping in mind that I am NOT a model, lol)?
Do you think I made it close to the campaign poster (keeping in mind that I am NOT a model, lol)?
*Marked items provided for consideration. Honesty, always.
Oooo this is so stunning! I love the eyes. Not something I'd dare to wear but I think you made it look amazing :D
ReplyDeleteSarah
morethanadored.blogspot.com
@Sarah Thank you! It isn't something I'd wear out and about, but I'd probably wear a version of it as I quite like the bright pop of colour with some pearly pink!
Deletevery beautiful look
ReplyDelete@Saumya Thanks for that, glad you like it :)
DeleteI love the pop of yellow Emma, such a pretty look. Well done.
ReplyDelete@Jacqueline Thank you, I'm glad you like the colours!
DeleteReally pretty Emma! Love the lime green!
ReplyDeleteThanks Tracy, I really love that pop of colour in a look sometimes!
DeleteOOoh I do like the look!
ReplyDelete@Ling Thanks beautiful!
DeleteYour photos always make me smile. You're always beautiful, and I like this look! I wouldn't wear yellow-y shades, because I'm yellow toned, but it works on you.
ReplyDelete@Ash That is so lovely to hear, thank you. You have made me feel really good about myself :)
DeleteSo girly and pretty x
ReplyDelete@Coco I love pastels for feminine looks :)
DeleteI look crap in pastel shades, you on the other hand missy, look GORGEOUS!!
ReplyDeleteI love this look on you :)
ReplyDeleteSo pretty and so lovely with the lime green :)
I think you did a great job re-creating the look :)
hugs
xx
I really love the lime green you used! It's such a fun look :D
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely look! I just love that amazing shade of green on you.
ReplyDeleteI love this look! Come on and hurry up Spring!!!
ReplyDelete