Thursday, January 31, 2013

2013 Bridal Hair Trends: Chignons

Another great popular style for 2013 is the chignon. Chignons can have a variety of shapes and texture to make the style unique to you.

For a modern look, you can have your hair more sleek and centered at the nape of your neck. Here's an example of what Carolina Herrera did on the runway. This is a super tight, sleek look. To be honest, it takes a certain person to be able to pull this off!




Here's a version of what one of our hair artists created for a bridesmaid: 
This one is somewhat smooth on top, yet with some volume. Also, the bun has some nice texture to it, while still staying on the more modern side. 


This lovely creation is a lot looser with plenty of texture all around. 


For a softer look, you can also choose to do a side chignon. The photo on the right has more texture to it, than the one of the left is a bit more refined, with some hair hanging down to frame the face.

Tuesday, January 29, 2013

2013 Bridal Hair Trends: Braids

Bridal trends are always a mix of innovative, new styles with a classic and timeless look. These new "trends" can always be tweaked to fit the individual bride. My favorite part of being a part of a bride's beauty team, is to come up with her perfect look that is unique to her. I always tell brides that their guests need to recognize who is coming down the aisle! 

This week I'll be posting some of the most popular trends. As for now, take a look at one of my fave trends!



BRAIDS

I absolutely love braids. You add just a little hint inside an updo as a surprise, or have the whole style revolve around a braid. You can also wear half up half down with a waterfall braid. They add just the right amount of texture to any style. 

 Brittany Snow has a few braids added in that almost blends in with the wave that they added to her hair.
 One of our brides wanted some loose texture with the braid sweeping across from one side. Add some flowers for a vintage-y feel.
If you have naturally curly hair, add a braid and make it into a side bun like one of our past bridesmaids!

Thursday, January 24, 2013

The Knot Best of Weddings Winner for 2012!


Bliss Makeup Artistry NAMED WINNER IN 
THE KNOT BEST OF WEDDINGS 2013


Simi Valley, CA January 24, 2013 -- Bliss Makeup Artistry is pleased to announce they have been selected as a 2013 winner in The Knot Best of Weddings, a special section featured on TheKnot.com/BOW. TheKnot.com the number-one wedding destination, most trusted by brides.
This is the fourth consecutive year Bliss has been voted the winner for The Knot Best of Weddings. With 96 weddings for 2012, this has been the best year yet! Thank you to EVERYONE! 

Thursday, January 17, 2013

Flawless Face: The Buffing Method

Here is my first Makeup Video Tutorial! So weird just talking to the screen! 

Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Golden Globes Hits and Misses


It's award season time, and that means talking Hollywood fashion and beauty! I love seeing all the new trends that Celebrities are wearing and how that translates to the whole bridal realm.
During the night, I saw a lot of Mermaid/Fishtail silhouettes. Kelly Osbourne in Zac Posen, Amy Adams in Marchesa, Hayden Panettiere in Roberto Cavalli, Megan Fox in Dolce and Gabbana, and Sarah Hyland in Max Azria to name a few.

A major hair trend was the side swept loose curls. Rachel Weisz, Isla Fisher, and Heidi Klum all did the side do. However, I love the way Jessica Alba pulled it off. Effortless beauty. 

Hits
Jennifer Lawrence looked stunning in her structured red gown by Dior Haute Couture. The A-line silhouette is always a classic look. Her hair is definitely going to be a bridal trend this year! It had such great twisted texture all pinned in a soft chignon at the nape of her neck. 
Julianne Hough was another win for me, but ONLY in her dress she wore to the InStyle after party. She looked so elegant and classy, yet her hair added a little edginess. Jennifer and Julianne definitely pulled together a young, fresh Hollywood glamour. 
Another fave was Kate Hudson. While I think she's outright gorgeous, some critics are saying her hair should have had a little more structure. I personally loved her hair as a loose, free blow-out because it added softness to her Alexander McQueen gown. 
Misses
Besides Kate Hudson's blow-out, I did not like the care free hair of Claire Danes, Hayden Panettiere, Sarah Hyland, and Selena Gomez. 
Honestly, I love Taylor Swift, but this has to be her worst look yet. The deep plum Donna Karan was not doin it for me. She looked so much older than she really is. And I really think it was the hair that did it in. She has such beautiful hair, and having it all pulled back in a somewhat sleek look just did not look pleasant. 
A few others are Anne Hathaway and Sienna Miller. Both dresses were not flattering at all! And the fabric of Sienna's dress?!