Introducing new column DIVA DOES, where we will be pulling looks from runways, magazine covers, editorial spreads, ad campaigns, red carpets and beyond and — of course — reinterpreting them the DIVAlicious way.
In this first installment, I recreate a runway beauty look from Spring 2014 on Miss Christina Bambina.
We were mesmerized by this metallic vision at Jill Stuart (above) and wanted to see how to make it more wearable. (HINT: Lots of blending.)
Using this palette in Berlin from Kryolan, we layered on shimmery rather than full-on metallic shades. We went from the lightest shimmers in the inner corner to the darkest mattes in the outer corner.
Here’s the before, with simple base makeup…
And the after, with some diva attitude…
Still a dramatic and captivating beauty look, just not as intense.
NOTE: Divas also have fun — because a makeup playdate is never all that serious — so enjoy these outtakes!
And PS: Consider the comments section a virtual suggestion box and definitely let us know if there’s a beauty look you’d like us to recreate.
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Lauren Cosenza is the creator and editor-in-chief of DIVAlicious, a trusted beauty/fashion expert, an on-camera personality and spokesperson, a leading NYC-based professional makeup artist, a published contributor and writer, a brand consultant, a product junkie and an insatiable style seeker.
Serving up style with a side of attitude, DIVAlicious gives women (and men) the confidence and permission to be fabulous. The site is filled with must-have products, pro tips and tricks, how-to DIY tutorials, makeovers, style inspiration and insider access.
Was just asked about the skinfinish and lipcolor, so in case you too were wondering…
FOUNDATION: MAC Face + Body in C3
POWDER: MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Naturals in Medium Plus
BRONZER: Paula Dorf Bronzing Powder in Bronze Glimmer (on cheeks only)
LIP: MAC Lipstick in Gel
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Love love LOVE! Can you say #holla to LDiva’s blending skills? So sultry and perf for a hot date :)
Love love LOVE! Can you say #holla to LDiva’s blending skills? So sultry and perf for a hot date :)
Awwww. Thanks lady!!! Need you back in my chair for a look pronto. XO
I wanna try this! I always go for the brown/gold/neutrals on my eyelids. But a gray could be a fun change :) Love this.
I wanna try this! I always go for the brown/gold/neutrals on my eyelids. But a gray could be a fun change :) Love this.
Obv! SO digging the new column, too! <3
Obv! SO digging the new column, too! <3
Absolutely! Gunmetals are a great neutral to play with, very versatile. You can mix in warmer colors if you like too. XOLC