Coco This!

Mitra Wedding Makeup Trial

Here are just a few quick photos from Yardley Mitra's wedding makeup trial that she did with two of her bridesmaids (who are also her sisters-in-law-to-be). The flash on the camera that I used wasn't great, so it really does not do their makeup justice. They looked completely made over and stunning in person. I forgot to take a before photo though, so I'm sorry! But here, enjoy.

Some goodies that I prepared for the ladies. Cookies and a nice soothing chamomile tea with herbal infusions ;) Break out the china!

I adore the sunkissed glow that they are all wearing - that dewy youthful look, especially on the cheeks and lips. It really brings their face to life.

I had to correct X's complexion a couple of shades lighter to match her neck and the rest of her body. I think we achieved success ;) She now has a fresh and clean look, with a sunkissed glow. And attention must be paid to her eyes ;)

I look so plain Jane next to these ladies!

Another Surography's, Ode To My Alter Ego: Lady Kiki

Behind the scenes: the making of the alter ego. What's under the wig ;)

Another Surography: Mademoiselle Coco

Ode to my alter ego

Ode To My Alter Ego: Behind The Scenes

Photos from the photoshoot are to follow. Here is just me saying, happy weekend (to most)! x (Wish me luck on my morning cycle/long trek!)

Photoshoot with Gin+Tonic

Bright Lights, Big City

Here are some photos from my photoshoot yesterday with my friend Gin+Tonic. He was trying to go for a punk/goth/evanescence type theme. Some of the photos have a vampire at night feel to thembut I've only posted the more cinematic ones. Bright lights, big city (for a vampire). So call me Buffy (the original Buffy, Kristy Swanson). How funky if your chicken? I'll post some of the other shots in my next post.

From NYC with Love

This is my early birthday present from my friend in New York City of over 10 years, Jimmy N. It's hard to believe how frustrated I was trying to look for this Limited Edition BBU Palette from Bobbi Brown! I called every damn store I could think of and find that stocked Bobbi Brown, scoured every damn website out there, locally and internationally, but no luck.

See, had the girl at the department store told me that the $350 Bobbi Brown palette she was trying to sell me was limited edition, I would have bought it, but she regretfully failed to add that tad bit of information that would have guaranteed her a sale. So, leaving Bobbi Brown with just a stick of foundation, I didn't know I was doomed to never find it myself. Shaking angry fist! Breathe. Who doesn't tell you the most important bit of information there is "limited edition"!!

So, I asked Jimmy if he could check around in NYC if he could find it for me, I didn't really have much hope, but alas, the National Sales Manager at Jurlique NYC used to work for Bobbi Brown and still has connections. Et voila, it's mine for the taking! Thank God for connections, Jimmy, the Jurlique National Sales Manager in NYC and friendship... oh and not to mention 2 day express postage from UPS and a really sweet delivery man!

Happy early 25 years to me, from NYC with love!! I say that hyperventilating and smiling uncontrollably. I may look like a freak right now, but I am one happy looking freak ;)

Style: Plaid & Breton Stripes

Black is my thing. Breton stripes is love. Bow-ties are ultimate cuteness. So when I combine all of these and throw on some seemingly polarized Ray-Bans, well, that's just chicness. It's French, nautical and sophisticated all in one. I love how combining stripes with a bright red bow-tie and neckline to a satin black jacket and very black (got any blacker?) jeans gives such a 'youthful sophistication'.  Oh, and who could ever forget to include patent black Louboutin pumps? Ultra sleek.

All I can say, is that he just looks great in plaid shirts and denim. Damn your Eurasian-ness for bringing that 'exotic' quality to any outfit. Oh and, he has better hair than me, I've been put to shame!

Sunshine Days

Circa 2004. The lighter side of her. She loves her yellow and her camel/cognac/tan. She's usually only seen  in a monochromatic colour palette. So embrace the warmth of this yellow and caramel. At least it was recorded somehow in her history.

Vintage Crosse

Just something from out of the archives. Sometimes I forget that I know how to design, and that I know how to make beautiful clothing. This was circa 2004. The inspiration behind this design was Frida Kahlo. I love the intricate lace top. I still have it. The model, Ericka Crosse wearing the outfit, is the only person to have worn the original piece. She looks stunning in it. 

For such an ornate looking top, you can pretty much wear it with anything from skirts, to short, jeans, leggings and whatever you want. Personally, I would wear it with some skin tight thin leather pants. I love leather and lace. Oh, and it's hard to believe that this was the first time she had ever modeled too.

What do you think of the outfit? Who wants to buy the original piece? Let me know :)

Messing Around

Wardrobe: Today I love