Why I Have Been Missing in Action! #INSPO Magazine

I've had a few messages and emails this week about people wanting me to post more so firstly I apologise and secondly I am going to let you in on what I have been doing with all of my time!

I have not only been setting up a model agency, La Moda Models but I have also been working as a beauty editor/event coordinator/general everything on a new magazine that will launch in the north west in September. 

It's called #INSPO Magazine and I don't think I have ever been more proud of something in my life!

I have been working on it with my friend (and editor in chief!) Jurga Skeiryte.

We need some help to make sure we can print enough copies so have a look at the video in our crowd funding campaign and give as little as £1 to help us!

This is going to be such a great platform for the creatives in the north west who currently dont have anywhere to shine! Especially in Liverpool which is dominated by tacky events such as "Liverpool Fashion Week" and the likes.

Here are a few sneaky behind the scenes images so you can see the quality of the content we have been producing! Shhhh dont tell anyone.

 These two shots are from a feature Kerryn Grady (see her work here) is writing on the incredibly talented fashion graduates in Manchester! Featuring Rio from my agency!

 The next lot of beautiful images are from the main beauty editorial shot by Bruce Smith. They focus on four different autumn/winter makeup trends told around an old fashioned love story. The models are Abigail from La Moda and Christopher from Impact. Keep an eye out for the magazine launch to see some beautiful body painting by Kelly Ann Garrigan who owns the awesome Pin Up Parlour.

This story features local designers and high street to show how modern office wear doesnt have to be "girly" or boring! Shot by Amy Faith in the gorgeous Palm Sugar cocktail bar, which will also be the backdrop to our launch party! Jess is from La Moda models and that beautiful hair was created by Nathan at Vidal Sassoon.

All makeup by yours truly!

If you care about REAL fashion professionals and are sick and tired of Liverpool being made out to be a joke please donate and share! If you want a free, quality magazine then donate! If you want to see the true potential of Liverpool and the north west shine then donate! This will also make my dream come true and eventually provide regular work for freelancers across the north west.

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/inspo-fashion-beauty-magazine/x/8146984

And if you think "fashion" doesn't apply to you then have a little listen to this:

My Favourite 2014 Oscar Looks!

Lupita Nyong'o

The theme this year was definitely "less is more"...Most actresses opted for very subtle, understated beauty and barely there looks. While looking for some really detailed pictures of all the glamour, I came across this article on www.bellasugar.com which allows you to zoom in on all the leading ladies! All pictures here are from that article so if you want a warts and all extreme closeup view of the celebrities, then head over to Bella Sugar.


Apart from the Belle of the Ball, Ms Lupita Nyong'o (who will always win my top looks forever as she is so utterly stunning) Here are my three favourite looks from this years Academy Awards in reverse order!


3. Kerry Washington

I love everything about her makeup here. Her skin is flawless, the contour is subtle and blended to perfection and that lip colour was surely mixed just for her! Absolutely cannot fault it.  Kerry's makeup artist, Carola G used a deep burgundy lip colour topped with Neutrogena Moisture Smooth Color Stick in Rich Raisin.

2. Angelina Jolie-Pitt

Now at first Angelina was my top spot. Effortless, Hollywood glamour that just never ages. Then the more I looked at it, the more I wanted just a hint more colour. Literally a teeny splash of blush or pinkier nude on her lip. Its still absolutely flawless and as far as I am concerned she can do no wrong. Get the look with Illamasqua's Neutral palette and Mac Lipglass in C-Thru over Nars Honalulu Honey Lipstick. This look wouldnt be what it is without those incredible lashes, I personally love Eylure's Double Lash in 205

Aaaaaaaaaaaaaand the winner is.......

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1. Margot Robbie

The beautiful Wolf of Wall Street star dazzled us with her new chocolate brown locks at this years ceremony. Her entire look was a little bit Gothic and therefore totally up my street! Bravo on a brave lip choice and those amazing brows. I have included a picture of her look as a whole, so you can see just how fabulously it all worked together! Give it a try yourself with a mix of Illamasqua's lipsticks in ESP and Underworld and their Brow Cake in Gaze. Add extra shine to your dark tresses with my all time favourite, cant be beaten Tigi Bed Head Headrush Spray

New Beauty Work!

I don't often share shoots on here but I am so happy with this story I cant help myself! I've included all the products I used in case anything catches your eye.

Hope you like!

Skin (in all photos): Dr Organics Manuka Honey Rescue Cream (available at Holland & Barrett), Make Up For Ever HD Corrector in Green, Illamasqua Hydra Veil, Make Up For Ever HD Foundation, Revlon Skinlights (available at Superdrug), Embryolisse Balm Secours dabbed on high points of the face.

Brows: Make Up For Ever Waterproof Brow Corrector (Available at www.preciousaboutmakeup.com) and Art Deco Eye Brow Filler (Available at Debenhams)

Eyes: Avon Extra Lasting Eye Liner Pen, Make Up For Ever Black Eyeshadow

Lips: Make Up For Ever flash colour in pink, Make Up For Ever blush brushed over in Neon Pink.

Skin and brows as above.

Eyes: Make Up For Ever Eyeshadow in 302 Diamond Turquoise, Boots No7 Lash Adapt Mascara.

Lips: Nars Lip Gloss in Wonder.

Skin and Brows as above.

Eyes: Vaseline, Make Up For Ever Eyeshadow in 33 Slate Grey (All Make Up For Ever products available at www.preciousaboutmakeup.com)

Lips: A mix of Suedeberry and Red velvet Lime Crime Velvetines. (Available at http://www.love-makeup.co.uk) 

Credits:

Hair and makeup by me (www.lucymc-makeup.co.uk)

Photography and retouch by Paul Waring (http://www.castmodels.co.uk/#!paul-waring/crbm)

Model is Jess Watkins at Cast Models