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Sex and The City (Part 1 of 4): Get the Look of Miranda Hobbes

Posted on: May 23rd, 2008 by Beauty Schools Directory 1 Comment

Miranda Hobbes became one of our favorite HBO Original ladies of all time from the moment she uttered her first brash, realistic statement. What we love about Miranda is how hard-nosed she is. She’s a pioneer. A no-nonsense, driven businesswoman.

But no matter how hard she tries to hide her emotions, we know she’s got that soft, feminine side that we love to see come out from time to time. And her look complements her attitude perfectly. Do you want to achieve Miranda’s look just in time for Sex & The City to hit the big screen? Well, read on:

Makeup
To achieve her professional day look, use pink, neutral and shimmer eye shadows with a brown liner for a soft look. Keep your complexion looking fresh and natural like Miranda by using a lightly tinted moisturizer as your base. Add a splash of color by using a neutral pink or peach toned blush to highlight your cheekbones. Bring the whole look together with a clear or light pink lip-gloss.

In the evening, Miranda will tend to go a bit edgier, but not over the top. Take the intensity of your eye color up by applying a smoky eye technique. You can also turn up the dial of your evening look by applying a brown-based lipstick.

Hair
Miranda achieves her beautiful, timeless look by maintaining a timeless hairstyle – the bob! If you’re going for Miranda’s hairstyle, your hair should be shoulder length or shorter. Layers add drama, interest and body, as well as acting as a frame for your face. To style your bob, use a blow dryer and a large round brush to dry your hair so it is straight and manageable. Run over it with a flat iron to make sure you get your hair completely smooth and sleek. Finish by applying a small amount of shine serum to smooth down flyaways and give your hair a beautiful sheen!

Clothing
Miranda takes “dressing for success” to the next level. For her daytime work as a hard-nosed attorney, she sticks to classic, elegant suits. To achieve her look, hunt for the basics – a nice pin-striped pencil skirt and a silk blouse. Miranda’s fashion screams elegance and sophistication during the day.

After hours, though, Miranda’s personal fashion sense is unleashed. What we love about her is her ability to still look so put-together while having real fun with fashion. Her feminine side really comes out through her flirty outfits. She likes rich, earth-toned clothing with bold prints. And if all else fails, basic black is always a winner… with the right accents.

Accessories
Miranda’s true style comes out through her accessories – she’s not afraid to push the envelope. When you’re working toward achieving Miranda’s look, add interest through your accessories. Keep an eye out for brighter earth tones (pinks or purples aren’t her thing!) and geometric shapes on handbags. Go bold with funky jade or turquoise earrings or necklaces.

Miranda also likes to draw attention to her more muted outfits with chunky bracelets or interesting belts. And let’s address the most important thing last: The shoes. For your daytime look, make sure to wear classic shoes like pointed-toe black pumps. But put on the sexy, strappy, boldly colored shoes for an unforgettable evening look!

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Formal Up Do Tutorial

Posted on: April 21st, 2008 by Beauty Schools Directory 1 Comment

Looking for a quick and easy way to create a formal up do? We can show you how in a few simple steps! You can also watch a video tutorial of this style.

how to do formal hair style

Here we have Becca; she has gorgeous hair and needs some up do ideas to make her wedding photos special.

Formal hair Before

If you have someone with a lot of hair like Becca you need to start by placing the back sections of hair in pony-tails. If you want more volume on top you would back comb the hair prior to putting it up.

ponytail hair style

Next put a touch of pomade in the remaining hair. Take a section of hair underneath the bottom pony-tail and place it across the head, securing it with a bobby pin.

homecoming hairstyle

Do the same on the other side.
Formal updo

Start taking sections of hair and make loop shapes, securing these with bobby pins as well. It works best to tame fly-aways with a touch of hair spray along the way.

updo

Continue the loop design around the head, checking symmetry along the way.

Hair style for prom

After you have completed the back section, take some sections from the front, pull back loosely to create volume on top and secure.

wedding hair how-to

Do you have the advantage of having long, swooping bangs that can be shaped like Becca has? You can use these to create a wonderful, elegant curve to this up do by securing all the bangs to one side.

Bangs

Now, don’t forget to use plenty of hair spray. This style has to hold through hours of weather, mingling, dancing and photos!

Prom or Wedding Hair style
Isn’t she gorgeous? Who wouldn’t want to look like this on their wedding day?

Wedding hair style

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How to make your ponytail an actual STYLE!

Posted on: March 25th, 2008 by Beauty Schools Directory 3 Comments

This past weekend, I was talking with some of my girlfriends, and we started talking about ponytails. There seem to be so many celebrities these days strolling down the red carpet sporting them. You even see all those perfect-looking girls on the street with ponies. Not as a quick “OMG! I didn’t have enough time this morning” fix, but as an actual style.

My friends Wendy & Kelly lamented that no matter how hard they try, they just look like they woke up late and needed to do something – ANYTHING with their hair. And fast. They claim they can’t make their ponytails look like a style. So I did some research for some quick tips on how to make that everyday ponytail into a style. And hopefully the following tips can help everyone – including Wendy & Kelly.

Here are some basic tips and pics to illustrate how you can create a great style out of your ponytail:

  1. Play up the part! Start by parting the hair on one side. You can either go with a straight part or criss-cross for more drama. I like taking the part back about 1.5 to 3 inches. Then pull it back gently into the ponytail. You don’t want to pull it too tight because you don’t want to lose the sweeping movement. If you have straight hair, make sure you ARE getting rid of any bumps, though. If you have curly or wavy hair, try keeping it pretty loose so you can take advantage of the natural movement of your waves, which will also easily cover imperfections.
  2. Frame the face. If you have shorter layers up front, don’t be afraid to let them hang loose – don’t force them back into the pony. You can always tuck or pin the hair behind your ears. If you have bangs, even better – let them do the work of framing your face. Just be aware of the layers and lengths of your hair, and use them to your advantage.
  3. Make it sleek and shiny. If you have long hair, you can go uber chic by pulling it back high on your crown. This is a high-drama look that keeps hair out of your face, but still lets it cascade down your back. If you have really straight hair, pulling it back smooth and tight can create a very elegant look. If you’d like to go a little funkier, add a twist for some interest and volume.
  4. Pump up the volume. Don’t be afraid to play with twisting or teasing your hair. Creating more volume around your crown will show that you meant to make your ponytail look like that. Thus…it’s a style. Gwen Stefani has her signature look, and a number of other celebs have been captured sporting similar types of hairplay.
  5. Accessorize…in moderation. Your ponytail will look more deliberate if you decorate it. You can pin a flower in the side of a tousled pony look for a casual, colorful touch. You can also use a thick headband or ribbon to make your look more stylish. I like using a ribbon closer to the hairline after I’ve teased, smoothed out, then secured the ponytail itself. This accentuates the volume and really makes the look more polished. You can also use decorative hair ties or clips. But don’t go overboard. If you have to stop and ask yourself (or someone else) if it’s too much – it probably is. Remember, ponytails are so beloved because of their simplicity. Don’t ruin a good thing.
  6. Choose sides. The low side ponytail is my personal fave, when it comes to pony styles. You can do this easily by parting the hair and using the parted section of hair to frame the face. Pull the rest of the hair back smooth, but loosely, and secure it at the base of your skull on one side. The ponytail should easily rest over your shoulder (on the front side). This can work as both an elegant and a casual look.
  7. Don’t ignore your styling products! Your styling products are there to help you style your hair. If you want to do a ponytail as a style, use what you already have as a resource. If you have wavy or curly hair, enhance the movement of your hair with styling products. If you’re working with very straight hair, use a shine enhancer to help decrease flyaways and to really turn up the dial on your hair’s sheen. If you have short hair that just barely makes it back into the ponytail, have fun by using a touch of styling wax to spike it out! And everyone can benefit from a little bit of hairspray to help keep it all in place once you have it perfect.

Just remember – a ponytail is like any other good style. It takes some practice to make it perfect. So, take some time out on a weekend or evening to play around with some of these tips and find out what looks best on you. I think it’s safe to say that the ponytail isn’t a style that will go away anytime soon. So it definitely won’t be any time wasted!

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Clip in hair extensions for thicker hair

Posted on: March 19th, 2008 by Beauty Schools Directory 3 Comments

Do you want fuller, thicker hair? Learn to double your hair volume and create fantastic curls using clip-in hair extensions. You can find them at many salons and beauty supply stores, and they are very easy to put in. We explain below or you can watch the video.

Hair extentions

Kari is challenged with fine, thin hair. Let’s see what we can do to change her look.

Before we put in the extensions, let’s begin by sectioning off the hair and spraying it lightly with hairspray.  After that, start curling her hair – section by section. Use a Chi iron for this procedure. Continue the process until the entire head is curled.

Curling hair

Next, loosen the curls slightly by finger combing the hair. This will make the curls a better match for the extensions.

Now we’re ready for the extensions. Place 2 sections of extensions in the back of the head. To do this, part the hair horizontally and clip in the extension.

 

Do the same on each side. It’s that easy!

 

Wow! Look at all that gorgeous hair! It blends perfectly with her natural hair.

This process is a great alternative for people who don’t have the time or the money for extensions that are sewn into the hair.

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How to get “mascara commercial” lashes – (Hint: It’s not with mascara!)

Posted on: February 18th, 2008 by Shana 4 Comments

Have you ever seen a mascara ad and been so jealous of the model’s long, thick, luscious lashes that you immediately picked up a tube of the over-priced, neon-packaged wonder that would make your lashes look like hers?

Yeah, me too. So there I sat, inches from my reflection. I whisked the wand over my pale, sparse lashes. Hmm … My lashes were darker, but still pretty sparse. Maybe I just need another coat! Uhh, no. Now it looked like 6 tarantula legs were extending from each of my eyelids.

How do those mascara commercial girls do it!?!? Well, beside the fact that thick lashes generally aren’t the only sign indicating that they won the genetic lottery; they’ve got a little secret. And it’s not the mascara they’re peddling.

Fake eyelashes. And they’re not the only ones. Brides, pageant queens and every red-carpet going actress in Hollywood wear natural-looking fake lashes to enhance their eyes. There are even rumors that a certain up-and-coming male star wears falsies to make his eyes “pop” (cough*highschoolmusical*cough).

The above video is a Kate Moss mascara ad that is getting in trouble for false advertising. Sure… they might be fake, but the “London Look” looks great.

But how do you go about applying fake eyelashes in a way that makes you look more “mascara commercial” and less “RuPaul?”

Until recently, the only affordable fake eyelashes were extremely difficult to master. Sold in strips of shiny black plastic, these false lashes were too long for most human eyelids, too stiff to attach with any ease, too heavy to stay on through an entire evening, and just too … well, fake.

Ladies with lash envy, meet lash clumps. They might not sound glamorous, but lash clumps are the easiest way to get thick, full lashes. Made by a variety of cosmetics companies (many makeup artists swear by shu uemura lashes), lash clumps are knotted clusters of individual lashes that can be applied in different quantities, depending on your desired glamour factor. Best part? Once they’re on, you might not even need mascara!

Subtle sophistication in 6 easy steps

  1. Begin with a clean surface by taking off all your makeup.

  2. Check the length of your fake lashes. If they’re too long to follow the natural line of your own lashes, trim them down with sharp scissors (BEFORE they’re glued on!).

  3. Apply a very thin line of adhesive in the spot where you will place the lashes.

  4. Using a toothpick or tweezers, place lash clumps on the outside corners of your upper eyelids.

  5. Adjust them with a toothpick or tweezers.

  6. Decide whether one lash clump per eye is enough to achieve the model-esque lashes you’re going for. Try not to exceed 2 or 3 per eye.

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Minimum maintenance short cut

Posted on: February 14th, 2008 by Beauty Schools Directory 1 Comment

If you have an interest in cosmetology, here is an example of how to create a short cut. A haircut like this can be fun and low-maintenance on a confident woman.

Our model for this cut is Shana. Shana has thick, beautiful hair that is already cut to about chin-length. She loves the low-maintenance style of her short cut, and is ready to take her style to the next level by going even shorter.

 

Before the hair cut

Before

 Short hair style after

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How to do smokey blue eyes

Posted on: January 22nd, 2008 by Beauty Schools Directory No Comments

Are you a shining blonde goddess with a need for smoky eyes? We have the secret!

You can also see this tutorial as a video or find a make up school.

Ashley Before

It doesn’t take black eye liner to get that smoky look when you have blue eyes. You can create it without using colors that are too dark. Ashley is our subject for this demonstration.

Base eye make-up

To begin, we’ll start with a primer on her lids. This creates a smoother, longer-lasting, and crease-proof eye shadow application.Base eye make-up

The base color is essential. We don’t want to go too dark yet. We’re applying a silver blue shadow to Ashley as our base color.

Smoky blue eyes

Now, let’s go green for a cooler, neutral shadow. In this case, we will use a blue-green in the crease.

Smoky blue eyes

Pretty dramatic, right? Already, her eyes are beginning to smolder. Now let’s apply a bit of dark blue in the crease as well.

Applying eye shadow

When doing this at home, apply makeup in layers and you won’t get it too dark. That way, you don’t have to worry about taking anything off. We also suggest that you blend the colors on the lid.

Eyeliner make up tutorial

Now, let’s line Ashley’s top lid with black and the bottom lid with dark blue. It doesn’t take much to accentuate what we’ve already done.

Mascara

Finally, we will apply black mascara to the upper and lower lashes. We will finish up by filling in Ashley’s eyebrows with a brownish-blonde brow shadow.

Smokey eyes - open

The end result are perfect smokey blue eyes. Isn’t she gorgeous? She’s ready for a night on the town!

Smokey eyes - closed

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Smokey Brown Eyes Tutorial

Posted on: December 17th, 2007 by Beauty Schools Directory No Comments

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Sultry brown eye makeup

In this episode we are going to show you how to create smoky eyes on a brunette with brown eyes. It’s easy, so follow this step-by-step guide to great eyes. Our model for this session is Katie.

You can also watch the video of this technique or find a make-up school.

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Cut and Style Long Hair Tutorial

Posted on: December 3rd, 2007 by Beauty Schools Directory 5 Comments

Meet Jenny. Jenny has gorgeous hair, but it’s too much to handle. We’re going to help her by taking the weight out and trying two different hair styles. Ready to begin?

You can also view a video of this tutorial.

Two Finished Styles

Straight long hair style

long curly hair style

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