Real Wedding: Helen and Dawit say "I Do!"

Favored Bride Helen and groom Dawit tied the knot last month in true elegance. The couple exchanged vows at the Vincent de Paul Church in Washington DC. The church's gorgeous painted ceilings created a warm and romantic ambiance. The wedding ceremony was followed by a candle lit reception at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial in Alexandria Virginia.The couple had a stunning mint and gold cake was baked by Swiss Bakery. The couple added a personal touch to the decor by having custom cocktail napkins made by Wedding Paper Divas The rest of the night was filled with music, dancing and love. The Favored team would like to once again congratulate the newlyweds on their union!   

Spring Into Classic Makeup!

 

Hola Beauties!

Here is a makeup look I did for a commercial shoot. What a beautiful canvas she was! Spring is all about clean, classic makeup that wears from day to night. Here are some quick tips on how you can re-create this effortless look:

1.) Cleanse, moisturize and apply sunscreen with an SPF of at least 45 to your face.

2.) Use a tinted moisturizer or "BB Cream" which gives you light-medium coverage that is easy to wear and sheer in coverage.

3.) When choosing an eye shadow, use something that is neutral (meaning it is light in color and has a pink or peach undertone, never brown)

4.) Always use lots of mascara, 2-3 coats to be exact! (this will be the focus of your eyes, your eye shadow is solely there to compliment your mascara essentially)

5.) Choose a neutral blush (again something with a pink or peach undertone)

6.) Finish your fresh, spring look with a hydrating sheer lipstick of gloss.

VOILA! Here's to Putting Your Best Face Forward this Spring/Summer!