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Is it just me or have you noticed today’s woman doesn’t seem to age? Well, maybe she does but its just not that obvious anymore. What are they doing?!!! Is it some kind of magic portion, healthy eating, vitamins or…? … Continue reading
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If you are African or African American, you will understand how difficult it is to manage ‘black hair’. More so when everybody seems to be chanting ‘Go Natural’. A couple of cool hairstyles have hit the streets and I thought … Continue reading
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The world of beauty is constantly evolving. Suddenly, looks that some of us would not think of rocking two years ago are beginning to trend. We are currently in an experimental age and people are willing to shift borders and … Continue reading
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As a makeup artist, I can tell you that the smokey eye is one of the easiest looks to achieve. That said, you should know that the closer your eye shadow is to the lid, the safer you are. Be … Continue reading
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Hello people! As I prepared this write up, a certain girlfriend kept popping into my mind. I have always known her to have great skin and then all of a sudden, she seemed to be tormented by an angry herd … Continue reading
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Weight loss boils down to one thing, ‘choice’. Everything you ingest either takes you toward your goal or away from it. Now it may be a little misleading to say some foods help you lose weight… ‘speed up the weightloss … Continue reading
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Hello gorgeous! Do you know that there are a few beauty sins that can seriously sabotage your efforts in reaching your hallmark of beauty? Some of them, you may already know but others may come as a surprise to you. … Continue reading
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So I did a shoot on Friday and the pictures were phenomenal I daresay. Well mostly because I really enjoy doing- Fantasy makeup. It allows you to to be creative. You know, think outside the box. From my little experience … Continue reading
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I approached this shoot with a little trepidation. Now don’t get me wrong; I know Tope. She’s the sweet, chubby young lady that is presently doing a six month internship at eloPhotos Academy, our sister company. The thing is, I … Continue reading
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I love dark skin and for sometime now ,I’ve been unlocking its many secrets. I think that a lot of makeup artists enjoy working on lighter skin folk because they believe this will make their work more visible. The truth … Continue reading
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There’s a wonderful craze in makeup called contouring. its been there for ages but has arguably made a huge comeback on the makeup scene with celebrities like Kim Kardashian making it even more popular. In many circles, a look without … Continue reading
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I’ve been meaning to tell you folks about this but I guess its time. This is especially for those of you who have been sending me emails and messages to ask if I do any sort of training. Its finally … Continue reading
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There is something very intimate about seeing a woman without her makeup on. When you look into her eyes, you feel like you know her and what she’s about. Many times makeup helps us paint on a personality. Now, I … Continue reading
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I looove makeup! Its fresh, inspiring and dynamic. Its takes on a lot of shapes. Its never about how much or how little but how its done. Like I keep telling my protegees; learn the rules and tricks and then, … Continue reading
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A lighter and flawless complexion is desired by many women. However, If you want to lighten your skin, you’re better off doing it safely so you don’t cause any damage. The truth is, many people have unnecessarily darkened, dull, looking … Continue reading
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Ok, lets cut the chase! This is for you especially if you are in your 20’s or 30’s. If you don’t want to show your age in 10-15 years, you’ve got to take care of your hands. Most of us … Continue reading
Many women (me included) are guilty of falling for the way shoes look on the shelves, and not necessarily how they look on the feet.
But, if you want your feet to look as sexy as the shoes they’re wearing, you must find styles that actually flatter your feet.
Here are a few things to keep in mind when shopping for shoes that will make your feet look sexy.
1. This first rule is a simple one but is often overlooked. If you hate your toes, opt for pumps with a closed toe, or try a peep-toe pump to see if its less-revealing style covers the parts you hate most.
2. Rough, scaly heels won’t look good in a backless sandal, but there are plenty of shoes with open toes that still cover the back of your feet.
3. You need to emphasize the nice things about your feet. For instance, a pair of pumps will accentuate the graceful curves of high arches, ankle straps can highlight a shapely ankle; and of course, slides can show off a perfect set of toe nails.If you’re still convinced that every aspect of your foot is horrid, then find a pair of sexy pumps that cover as much as possible.
4. Next, your shoes must fit if you want your feet to look sexy. Even the most perfect foot looks awkward if it’s hanging over the edge of its sandal — no matter how hot the sandal in question is. On the other hand, a foot that looks as if it’s been crammed into a shoe that’s too tight will give the impression that your feet are so big you can’t find shoes that fit. The same can be said for ankle straps. If they’re cutting into your skin, loosen them or skip wearing them altogether. They shouldn’t be too loose, but if they’re too tight, they will look as uncomfortable as they feel.
5. A bit of bling is a good thing. Nearly every shoe, and thus every foot can benefit from just a little bit of well-placed bling — shoes that look pretty will make ugly feet seem prettier, and pretty feet look gorgeous.
6. Remember too that High Heels = Sexy Feet. For those who can’t or don’t wear high heels, You need to know that shoes with heels actually will make your feet look sexier.
That’s not to say that feet can’t look sexy in flats — they can. Its just that if you’re wearing flats and you want your feet to look sexy, the shoes themselves must be on the pretty side. Look for ballet flats, feminine patterns, and flat sandals with thin straps.
7. You might also want to consider fixing acrylic nails or basically, artificial nails over your your own toenails if you think they look less than satisfactory. Beautiful toenails look gorgeous in strappy sandals.
So there you have it. Hello sexy feet!:-)
I know, I know! Its been ages since I wrote a post. I really have no excuse… I guess I was a little overwhelmed. You see, I’ve been working on a project and I’m just about done…lol. I was having a baby and well, she just about five weeks now:)
The last time I was pregnant, I had a horrible time. I was constantly made fun of by friends and acquaintances about how much weight I was putting on, how ugly I looked and of course, my prominent nose. It almost left my self esteem in tatters but thankfully, I survived.
This time, I decided that no one was going to call me ugly so I kinda had to go the extra mile. It wasn’t easy, but I did my best and for the most part, I did look pretty cute. Anytime I felt otherwise, I just stayed home lol. Sorry, I’m only human. Wanna look pregnant and sassy? Here’s what I did.
1. Moisturize faithfully to keep your skin soft and supple and to minimize dark patches and discolouration.
2. Sunscreen!!! Slather on sunscreen lavishly. At this time, the skin is more susceptible to the effects of the sun making you more prone to liver spots, darkening and discolouration of the skin. Using suncreen and moisturizer will greatly reduce this.
3. Make your hair. Don a killer hairstyle. Be daring! Go a little out of your comfort zone. Make it impossible to be ignored.
4. Get trendy wear and invest in a lot of leggings. They come in really handy.
5. Try not too put on too much weight. Exercise. Try ‘Pilates’. Its excellent workout for pregnant women. If you are having more than one baby, it may not be safe to exercise. Please confirm from your doctor.
6. Don’t forget your makeup! This is so important and don’t give me that talk about not feeling like it. Speak to your mind! Nothing’s as powerful as a made up mind! If you have spots, discolouration or anything you don’t want to see, cover with foundation. Do remember to adjust your foundation shade if you darken.
7. Smile. Be happy, go out and have fun. Try not to let insensitive words get to you. Most people have no clue how much their words hurt. Just remember, its only for a little while… not forever.
Pregnant and Sassy? A bit of a challenge but definitely not impossible. Yes you can!
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Here’s the shoot I did for Val’s day on a rather familiar face. If you’ve been following this blog, you’ll probably recall ‘Favour’s Day’. If you haven’t, you can do a quick check right now. She’s the tomboy we turned … Continue reading
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You’ve seen it before. The perfect red lip. Lips so perfect and flawless, you feel you can pick them from the face. There’s no better way to make a statement than with ultra-bold, feminine red lips. To get the perfect … Continue reading
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