Get the Look: Lily James at the 2016 Golden Globe Awards

Get Lily James' Stunning Red Carpet Look at Home!

 

Downton Abbey's Lily James stunned yesterday's Golden Globes Red Carpet. Her effortless, 1970's French Riviera inspired look  saw her onto the best dressed list for 2016. Described as a goddess oozing elegance, between her stunning Marchesa gown, her waves and her makeup, we are pretty much obsessed with Lily James!

Want to recreate Lily's look? We'll show you exactly how she achieved this gorgeous look.

Hair

1. Lily first used the Show Beauty Sheer Thermal Protect ($55) to ensure her hair was protected from the excessive heat of a curling iron.

2. The Show Beauty Thickening Mist ($55) was then used and sprayed onto the roots of her hair to achieve a natural bounce and ensuring her hair does not fall flat, looking lifeless. Her hair was evenly parted in the middle and the Show Beauty Finishing Spray ($20-47) was also used all over her hair to make sure everything stays in place whilst she walks the red carpet.

4. Instead of using a curling iron to achieve these waves, it is often more effective to use a straightening iron as this is what gives the effortless waves. Using the straightening iron, curl each side of hair the opposite way, ensuring the curls move outside of her face rather than under.

5. To finish off the effortless waves, the Finishing Spray was used again, this time to ensure that the waves hold and do not drop over the night.

The Show Beauty Range can be found in any Sephora store or on their website (www.sephora.com.au).

 

Makeup

Lily's magical makeup was created using an entire range of makeup from A-list Makeup Artist Charlotte Tilbury. However, these products may be expensive, so I have included some alternative products which are offer the same results, yet are more affordable and readily available.

1. Lily's entire face was first prepped with Charlotte's Magic Cream ($125) and Charlotte's Magic Eye Rescue ($90) under the eyes, to ensure a flawless, soft appearance. Charlotte's Magic Foundation ($52) was then used to provide full coverage and enhance the flawless look.
An alternative foundation may be MAC Mineralise Moisture Foundation ($49), which provides a flawless finish without looking heavy and also contains SPF 15.

2. Lily's eyebrows were then shaded in using Brow Lift in Cara D ($45) and were brushed upwards to perfectly frame her face.
An alternative eyebrow filler could be Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz ($21-$25),  which still provides a long lasting look.

3.  Charlotte Tilbury Colour Chameleon ($37) in Bronzed Garnet was used across the lids then lined the tops of the eyes and waterline with Rock ‘N’ Kohl ($43) in Barbarella Brown. To enhance the eyes, Eyes to Mesmerise Cream Eyeshadow ($43) in Jean and Mona Lisa were applied across the lids. Lily’s eye look was finally finished by applying four coats of Full Fat Lashes ($46) to the top and bottom lashes.
To line the tops of the eye, the Lancôme Drama Liqui-Pencil ($23) can also be used in the Brulee colour. This will look effective with the Giorgio Armani Eyes to Kill Silk Eyeshadow ($34) in 7 Sweet Fire and 9 Rock Sand.
As I have mentioned in one of my earlier blog posts, a good mascara I have fallen in love with is the Benefit Cosmetics They're Real! Lengthening and Volumising Mascara ($24) and this can be used as an alternative to the Full Fat Lashes.

4. Filmstar Bronze & Glow in Light-Medium ($97) used to highlight and sculpt Lily’s cheek, nose, jawline and temples. To add a dewy glow, Beach Stick in Moon Beach ($55) was applied to cheekbones and down the centre of nose.
An alternative powder highlighter could be the popular Anastasia Beverly Hills So Hollywood Illuminator ($28). The dewy look can also be achieved through using Benefit Cosmetics High Beam Liquid Face Highlighter ($26) perfect for highlighting under the eyebrows, cheekbones and down the centre of the nose like so.

5. To create the perfect cheek color,Cheek to Chic in Love Glow ($60) was used with a swish of the outer shade across Lily’s cheekbones and pop of the inner shade at the apples.
A similar effect can be achieved through using the NARS Dual-Intensity Blush in Fervor ($45).

6. To complete the look, Lily achieved a nude lip with K.I.S.S.I.N.G Lipstick in Bitch Perfect ($48) followed by Lip Cheat Lip Liner in Iconic Nude ($34).
The perfect alternative lipstick could be the YSL Rouge Pur Couture Lipstick in Shade 6 - Rouge Bergamasque ($36), a delicate nude pink. This could be finished off similarly with the NARS Velvet Lip Liner in Waimea ($24).


Most of the Charlotte Tilbury makeup products used are available in Australia through Net-A-Porter.

Have fun pulling off this look!
Amelia

On Trend: Bold Brows

How to Achieve the Perfect Brows

With models like Cara Delevingne being praised for their thick eyebrows, it's no wonder why they are becoming such a trend. This also means that nowadays, there are so many products available on the market which can help you to define, thicken and darken your eyebrows, so you can easily achieve the perfect brows. 

Here we are going to show you a step-by-step guide of how you can achieve full, thick brows using just two products and two simple brushes.

Products used:

• Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz ($34) in Medium Brown

              This product is available in 9 different shades.

• Anastasia Beverly Hills Dipbrow Pomade ($30) in Medium Brown

              This product is available in 11 different shades.

1. Using a lash brush, whether you have one of your own or you are using the one on the back end of the Brow Wiz pencil, brush your lashes upright as so.

2. Using the Brow Wiz Pencil, lightly pencil the underneath line of your eyebrows to ensure they look even, full and clean. 

3. Now to draw the top, use the lash brush again, however, this time brush your eyebrows downwards so you have a good view of the top hairs of your brows. In the same manner, you will lightly pencil the top of your brows so you achieve good definition and a clean line.

4. Now, after brushing your eyebrows back into their natural shape, using the Dip Brow Pomade and an angled eyebrow brush, you should lightly fill in the middle of the eyebrows so they can appear even in colour and darkness. Do not shade too much, as when they stand out amongst your hair they do not look very nice. Keep it light and fresh, to avoid them looking unnatural. 

And there you have it! 4 simple steps to help you achieve the perfect brows. Here is a good photo of the difference that a few simple lines and shading can make.

Hopefully you can try this at home and see how it works.  

Let me know of any feedback in the comments.

Amelia 

Top 5 Makeup Products that Every Woman Should Own for Everyday Use

Top 5 Makeup Products for Everyday Use

Women use makeup everyday for all occasions and with so many brands and products on the market, it can be daunting to choose the right ones for you! I have put together a list of my five most trusted products which get me through everyday. These products are also affordable, readily available and of a high standard of quality. Take the time out to purchase and try these products, I guarantee you that once you have tried these, you will be set for a lifetime!

1. Nude by Nature: Natural Mineral Cover $39.95

This is my number one go-to product for everyday wear. This mineral powder foundation is perfect for every skin type and tone. The product is super light but still effectively covers uneven skin tone, redness, pigmentation and also minimises the look of acne and enlarged pores. Unlike most foundations that are thick on your skin and clog your pores, this mineral foundation allows your skin to breathe whilst maintaining a fresh and natural look. It is available in 5 different shades, ranging from light to dark tones, allowing all women to use this product. Liquid foundations can often be expensive and only last for a minimal amount of time. However, the Nude by Nature: Natural Mineral Cover can be worn everyday and still manages to last almost 6-8 months. You can purchase this product in most pharmacies, department stores or on the Nude by Nature website.

2. Chanel: Le Crayon Yeux Precision Eye Definer $30.00

This eyeliner pencil is so far my favourite eyeliner I have used (and I have tried quite a few!). This is also an everyday product for me and I generally go through eyeliner pencils quite quickly. This has been my favourite as it has a soft texture allowing it to glide easily on the skin, but still appears dark to achieve the desired look of a black eye pencil. The pencil is also double sided with a built-in smudge applicator to soften any harsh lines, giving a smoky effect. Perfect for both day time and night time looks, as you can use it on the eye lids to create a winged effect, or on the inner line of your eyes. This pencil can be purchased in Myer, David Jones or any Chanel makeup boutique.

 

 

 3. Benefit Cosmetics:  They're Real! Lengthening & Volumising Mascara $24.00

This is often listed as a best seller and there is no wonder why, it is truly amazing! The brush is specifically designed with strong, staggered bristles which grab close to your eyelash root, boosting the length and volume of your eyelash.  Much of the reason as to why this is my favourite mascara is purely because of the brush, it is not flimsy like most others and gives your eyelashes a decent coating without clumping.The brush is also curve-shaped which effectively lifts and curls as well. For those of you with fairer skin tones, there is a brown option available and for those with a quirky style, there is a blue option. One of the best things about Benefit Cosmetics is that they always think of everything, the mascara can also be bought in a mini 'travel size', perfect for little holidays or when you're on the go. This mascara can be purchased from any major department stores in the Benefit Cosmetics section, Sephora, Mecca Cosmetica and Mecca Maxima.

4. Urban Decay: Naked Flushed $32.00

The Urban Decay: Naked Flushed palette is one of my favourites for two simple reasons.
1. It's convenience! The Palette includes a bronzer, highlighter and blush to give women the ultimate 'flushed' look.
2. Urban Decay really know their colour schemes and have clearly done extensive research to understand what colours work well together and with different skin tones.
Thus, this palette comes in three different shades, each with a different shade of bronzer, highlighter and blush. My personal favourite is the 'Naked' shades, which includes a medium bronze satin bronzer, a soft pink champagne shimmer highlighter and a dusty rose blush. However, if you have a fairer skin tone you may prefer the 'Streak' shades and for those who prefer a more bronzed, golden look, you may prefer the 'Strip' shades palette. The palette is packaged very well in a compact case, easy to take on travels or carry in your handbag. Urban Decay also has a Naked Flushed Double Ended Brush to pair with the palette, except any blush brushes would work fine. This product is available in any Mecca Cosmetica, Mecca Maxima or Sephora store or online.

 5. NARS: Velvet Gloss Lip Pencil $26.00

Finally, my last product for everyday is the NARS Velvet Gloss Lip Pencil. The beauty of this product is the combination of lip gloss and lipstick properties which create the perfect lip colour. The lip pencil has a smooth, creamy formula allowing for a soft, yet glossy appearance, however, the thick substance, packaged the way it is, allows the gloss to be put on the lips in a much easier, less messy fashion. Not only does the product look good, but it also contains moisturising and Vitamin E properties making it healthy for the lips! The Velvet Gloss Lip Pencil comes in 13 different shades of nudes and light pinks, with some having added shimmer. My personal favourite colour is 'Buenos Aires' which is described as a nude beige pink, however some other nice colours include 'Happy Days' and 'More'. Again, this product can be bought in any Mecca Cosmetica, Mecca Maxima and/or Sephora stores.

Happy shopping everyone!!

Amelia