Just Write - Betsy Dunlap

post from Wedding Soiree on 09 February 2010 10:05:00 PM. © Wedding Soiree

Known for her distinct writing style, Betsy Dunlap's calligraphy is definitely a work of art. If you are looking for a fresh, contemporary script for your wedding stationery, look no further. Make sure you check out her blog for more inspiration.

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CUSTOMIZE

post from Bride Chic on 09 February 2010 07:59:00 PM. © Bride Chic

Always dreamed of a one-of-a-kind confection on your wedding day but can't afford couture? Customize then. I'm so in love with Kacey Higley's work over at Twisted Crystals on Etsy, These hand-rolled florals and belt combos are so beautiful in their detail and just the right accessories for customizing a plain and unadorned gown into a design of your own that looks like a work of art . . .

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Style Me Pretty Shoot in Denver

post from Hooked On Beauty on 09 February 2010 07:14:41 PM. © Hooked On Beauty

A few weeks ago I was part of something really exciting. You see, I'm a Makeup Artist who does a ton of weddings and I was chosen by the mega wedding site, Style Me Pretty to be one of their select vendors which is a pretty big deal since they hand pick all of their wedding vendors and recommend us to the throngs of brides who read their site religiously. Even if you aren't planning a wedding, the site is a serious time trap where you can click around and just look at photos all day. It's huge.

So on Style Me Pretty (SMP) they have what they call 'inspiration boards,' which are basically an array of photos using all aspects of a wedding from the dress to flowers and beyond that highlight a color palette, pattern, and theme. I teamed up with a group of fellow SMP wedding vendors in Denver to loosely re-create one of their inspiration boards- adding our own details and twists.

The shoot was captured beautifully by Colorado photographer James Christianson. You can see the full team responsible for every detail, along with the rest of the photos from the shoot here.

For our purposes though, let's talk makeup. Our bride was gorgeous first of all which made my job easier. Her skin was beautiful, and it was fair. Really fair actually, which is the most difficult skin to work on because the makeup looks amplified against such a light palette and can easily go from subtle to waaay overboard in a snap. What I've learned over the years is to layer the color little by little and use smaller brushes to keep the color contained to the precise area you want. You can always add more, but muting color that's too dark presents more of a challenge.

Since it's against the laws of fashion to create a natural look on a stunning girl wearing a Vera Wang gown, I opted for eyes that said 'sophisticated glamour' which is the big sister to 'smokey' I suppose. It packs the same punch but looks more dressy and polished. I used hints of silver, with charcoal and neutral browns for her shadows and lined using black liner.

For her lashes, I used one of my favorite ones by Ardell, their 120 set that works on girls with larger eyes who already have a good amount of lashes so they aren't overpowering and it doesn't look like she's auditioning for a drag show. They're surprisingly subtle, especially after I curled her lashes into them and applied a few coats of mascara.

We were at the Daniel's & Fisher building in Denver, which we call the Clocktower. The backside of the clock's faces served as interior walls for one spacious floor in the building and throughout the day the sun's light that passed through it changed the clock's face into shades of white and buttery yellow. It served as a unique and romantic backdrop that played perfectly into our black and white palette.

Think pink. Using beige and neutrals wouldn't give the pop that pink did for her lips and cheeks. Contrasting her coloring allowed for her features to really stand out. I'm using my go-to cheek brush here, NARS Yachiyo which I love for laying down the right amount of color and blending it in to perfection.

Thank you again to everyone who perfectly executed every detail of this shoot. It was a day that reminded me why I love my job.

Stumble It!

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Photography {Valentines Day Edition}

post from Attention to Detail on 09 February 2010 07:00:00 PM. © Attention to Detail

This post is overflowing with breath taking images captured by Simply Bloom Photography. The photos are positively stunning, I had such a difficult time selecting which images to share with our readers. This Valentines inspired shoot was beautifully styled and is the perfect theme for a romantic engagement photo shoot.

a vision by Jodi Leigh Designs__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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March 2010 Boudoir Day!

post from Almasy Photo Blog on 09 February 2010 06:36:13 PM. © Almasy Photo Blog

CLICK HERE for info on the next Boudoir Day, March 11th and 12th! Register early, because we always fill up the calendar!Choose from 3 different collections, with prints, books, and private online galleries.EVERYONE who participates receives hair and makeup services from (fabulous) stylist Cayla Roberts!Can’t wait!

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Always a bridesmaid.....

post from weddings in Greece on 09 February 2010 05:51:00 PM. © weddings in Greece

Hi all,

Sorry for the lull in posting, however I am away from the office and spending most days at appointments so very limited time to think of an interesting concept!

Over to todays post which is regarding some gorgeous bridesmaids outfits that can truly complement the wedding colour palette and even enhance it, especially in formal shots!

Please do spare a thought for your bridesmaids when choosing their dresses, it is very popular to set a colour and have them wear what they like in the chosen shade. Perhaps you can have a seamstress make up dresses using the same fabric but different designs so as to complement each ladies body shape.

Please refrain from shiny satin by the beach, it's a little wrong!!!

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Charitable Take-Aways

post from Always A Blogsmaid on 09 February 2010 05:37:28 PM. © Always A Blogsmaid

The Q: Hey Xochitl, How are you? I started reading your blog a year ago when one of my friends was getting married. Now that I am getting married it’s a great resource for me. we are thinking about donating money instead of giving favors. Where can I find out about charities that will provide [...]

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Ilah is 4 Weeks Old Today!

Our sweet little girl is 4 weeks old today! In just another 11 months she will be ONE! It's always like me to think ahead! But trust me...I'm cherishing this newborn stage to the maximum extent!!

Ilah is such a good baby. I prayed to God that she would be an easy infant since my pregnancy was so rough. I thought that would be a good trade off - Ha! God answered my prayer. Granted, we're still in the early stages but so far, so good!

Happy ONE MONTH Birthday Ilah! You are the joy of our lives!!

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How to change name after marriage

Changing your name is now so easy ! Only in three easy steps Brides can change there name.This online changing name service saves an average of 13 hours of form research, completion and filing mishaps! You can even [...]

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Thanks for putting up with me: A Valentines Day
Wishlist for your Bridesmaids

They are there for the good times: finding the dress, tasting the cake. And they were there for the bad times: melt downs when the florist messed up or when the car is late. Tell your bridesmaids thank you with these great Valentine?s Day gifts.1.Juicy Couture Watch. Make sure everyone’s on time, or make [...]Related posts: