Makeup Tips & Tutorials

Easy Ombre Lips

Love the look of a bold ombre lip, but don't know where to start? We're loving this super simple tutorial from MAC, which breaks it all down to a few easy to follow steps which will take you from bare to glam in no time at all! 

Color Trends: California Dreamin'

Kick up that California desert charm with these gorgeous wedding color palette ideas from the Knot! Incorporate these not only into your decor, but why not try out a peachy, sun-kissed beauty look or themed hair accoutrements? Let those creative juices flow to help you craft the most memorable (and stylish) wedding of the year! And don't forget to discuss your color palette choices with your bridal beauty team, to come up with the perfect look for your big day.

Picture Perfect Weddings with Dreamcatcher Artistry!

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In the market for that perfect bridal beauty team to give you that drop dead gorgeous wedding look you've been dreaming of? Get inspired by browsing our Weddings portfolio! From brides to the whole wedding party, we have something special for everyone on your big day!

Color Correcting For All Skin Types

Ever wonder what you do with those strange pastel colored makeup sticks & concealers, and where to use them? This handy guide from Racked breaks it all down in gorgeous and simple detail. When used properly, color correctors can be your skin's best friend, and smooth out any and all discoloration;colorcorrection_colorwheel-0 helping you to put your best face forward!

Bridal Beauty Prep!

AIMG_2989 little preparation can go a long way, especially when it comes to your wedding day! We love these beauty prep tips from The Knot, covering everything from healthy hair prep to skin care and immune boosting supplements. Check it out and check bridal beauty prep off your list!

We're super excited about this gorgeous boho wedding feature on 100 Layer Cake! Hair & Makeup by Dreamcatcher Artistry! 164668 164665

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Planning + design: Bari Elexa // photographer: Olivia Richards Photography// rentals: Archive Rentals // floral design: Paeonina // dress: Dean and Willow // hair & makeup: @dreamcatcherartistry // invite suite: @alexchoura // votives: glassybaby // baker: Honeycomb Desserts // garter: The Garter Girl// ring box: @the_mrs_box // ring: Trumpet & Horn // board: @ifyougiveagirlasaw // dreamcatchers: @kirstinbensen // models: @seaaira // venue: redwood ridge estate

Brush Better

65e30cb6ba395bb686be178e02ef3373The right makeup brush can make a world of difference when it comes to professional looking makeup application, but often times it's difficult to know which works best for each kind of product. We love this super handy chart from Makeup Tutorials, packed with a visual guide and plenty of helpful information to aid you in achieving that flawless, glam look!

Wedding-Day Makeup Must Haves

Prepping for your big day is understandably a huge undertaking, and in the midst of all of the hustle and bustle it can be pretty easy to forget to schedule a little pre-wedding self IMG_4189care and makeup plan. Allure is here to help with their 10 Commandments of Wedding-Day Makeup, to help you achieve that effortless wedding glow!

Meet Your Moisturizer!

0000031_moisturizing-cream-with-orange-extract_450The proper facial moisturizer is essential to maintaining that healthy glow, but which one is right for your skin type? Meet your perfect moisturizer match with this great video from our friends at Discover Beauty Within, and be well on your way to putting your best face forward! And to check out some of our favorite moisturizers head over to Embryolisse USA!

Upgrade your Vanity to Pinterest Worthy Perfection!

If you couldn't get enough home-decor inspiration on Pinterest already, be prepared to feast pinterest-portrait-deskyour eyes on some drool worthy bedroom vanities, along with tips on organization and decorating. Make your beauty station your favorite style destination with these 14 Gorgeous Ways to Organize Your Vanity from the Zoe Report!

Bold, BeautiFULL Brows

Expertly-applied, fresh eye makeup is key to a successful beauty regimen, but without a well-defined natural looking brow, the overall look can end up falling a bit flat. With Brow-Sophisticate-OPENERso many "perfect-brow" tips out there, it's tough to know which technique wins out. Frame that face to perfection with this professional tutorial from The Beauty Department, and prepare to shine!