Star Wars Themed Wedding

Bride:  Youapa Yang
Hair/Makeup by:  Ana Rivera (Beaute Speciale)
Photographer:  Randy Chapman
Wedding Coordinator:  Maxine Pollakis
Video: Starfruit Productions

We met our bride, Youapa Yang,  last year.  She was a referral from photographer, Randy Chapman.  After many discussions, visions, and a trial run of what she wanted we decided on a look that turned out amazing!  We were very glad we were able to be a part of her very special wedding day almost a year to the date. 

She shared her video with us and we could not get over how great it all turned out. FYI... they are both big fans of Star Wars and when she described to us how they would play a role we could not imagine how it would look, but when we saw the video our mouths dropped to the ground on how great it all looked!

Happy 1 year Anniversery Youpa and Brian!


The Epic - Star Wars & Princess Themed Wedding from StarFruit Productions on Vimeo.

Beaute-ful Holiday Looks No. 4

Yet another beautiful look to try this winter. This look is for the sophisticated, sexy and sultry woman that has confidence.


Our Beaute Speciale artist, Jacqui gives you a look that will make heads turn.

This beautiful look is sophisticated yet sexy. It can work for an office party, family gathering or a night out on the town. For my Make-up look I chose to do a very warm, golden eye with full lashes paired with a soft red lip and a peachy cheek. For the hair I chose a soultry 1920’s finger wave up-do. It has been very popular with celebrities like Kim Kardashian, Christina Aguilera, and Halle berry. Pairing the look with this red dress and beautiful green shoes by designer Bottega Veneta and chunky pearl earrings adds such a festive feel to it, that will tie in the holiday season.

Here's how to achieve this look:

EYES:
1.  Start off with MAC paints "canvas".
2.  Lightly apply MAC shadow "rice paper" over the lids.
3.  With a fluff brush go into the crease of the eye with the MAC shadow "Amber lights".
4.  Blend both shadows with MAC shadow "honey lust".
5.  Apply Bobbie Brown shadow "snow" on brow bone.
6.  With an angle brush line the bottom lashes with MAC shadow "amber lights" and blend with a rich brown at the outer corner.
7.  Line top of the eyelid with a black liquid liner.
8.  Apply mascara on top and bottom lashes.

CHEEK:
1.  Bronze cheeks with favorite golden bronzer.
2.  Lightly go over apples of cheeks with NARS "desire".
3.  Highlight the cheekbone with MAC mineralize skin finish "soft and gentle".

LIPS:
1.  Apply Revon "red" on the outer corners of the lips.
2.  Apply a  frosty lipgloss on the middle of the lips and blend from the outer corner of the lips into the middle.



We'll keep the looks coming if you'll send us your photos of each look that you've tried. Comment below and ask our artist questions.. We're happy to answer them.

Photographer: Michael Cairns

Another business professional we enjoy working with is photographer, Michael Cairns.  Michael  is an Orlando based entertainment photographer with over 20 years of experience in the business. He photographs a large variety of clientele, from celebrities to business professionals.  He also photographs everything from CD covers, to headshots and publicity shoots, and magazine advertisements as well... basically, everything under the sun.

You can view his company website at :  http://www.wetorangestudio.com/

Michael is very well known in our industry. We met him about 8 or 9 years ago when a few of us artists worked for MAC Cosmetics. He shoots the Orlando Magic cheerleaders and MAC was a local sponsor. During that particular shoot, we went to his studio to work on the girls and that was the beginning of our business relationship.  Throughout the years we ran in to each other on various jobs and we soon began working with him and his clientele on a regular basis.

The picture below was for a shoot for a local band called Love Struck Robot.  It was for their new CD cover.  It was great to meet the guys and it was a very fun shoot. Their music has a Maroon 5 sound which we loved! The lead singer Chase loved the makeup artist's scarf so much that he asked to borrow her blue scarf and her aviators for the cover. Louis Vuitton would be proud!
Thanks for making it a great shoot and we wish you much success! We'll be the first ones buying your cd when it comes out!!

Beaute-ful Holiday Looks No. 3

We're continuing to give you looks that will make you look stunning this holiday season. Here's a Red Lipped look that will get you attention as soon as you enter the room. This look makes the lips the focal point of the entire face.. and you know what that means.. grab the mistletoe and pucker up.

Our Beaute Speciale artist, Carrie has styled the look and given you the keys to achieving this look.

Bold lips are all the talk this winter. Pair berry-red lipstick with lightly bronzed amber eyes. Keep it retro with a cat eyeliner and for some extra drama line your inner water line with black eyeliner. 

Keep the skin fresh and bronze cheeks. Adding a pop of pink shimmer on the apples. Finish this look with a retro hair style and some dangling earrings and enjoy your 2011 celebration.

[ Get this look ]

Eyes:

Bronze, amber gold shadow

Black cat eyeliner & inner water line

Cheeks:

Bronzed with a pop of pink on the apples

Lips:

Berry Liner

Red/Berry Lipstick

Keep checking back to see more Beaute-ful looks to try this Season!!!

Beaute-ful Holiday Looks No. 2

As we continue to give you looks to try this holiday season here's a fun and funky look that will make heads turn. Our Beaute Speciale artist Alexie has styled the look from head to toe making sure you start the new year stylish.


The Smokey Eye is one of the most popular makeup looks created and worn by celebrities. It allows for a mysteriously sexy look and is great for evening makeup. I have created my look based off the Smokey eye with a touch of color. You can do a Smokey eye with any deep colors you choose as long as you have the basic black and grey colors in there too. I chose to do a midnight blue color scheme inspired by New Years Eve. This royal blue color is really in for this season from clothes, shoes and makeup on the runway, it’s everywhere. Start the New Year with a stylish affair!

 [ Step-by-Step to get this Look ]

Foundation:

Lancôme Tient Idole 14 hour wear foundation buffed on the skin for a nice even finish.

Lancôme Dual Finish pressed powder applied with a blush brush for a nice light smooth coverage.

Lancôme Bronze Soleil bronzer dusted on the cheek bones, center of your nose, corners of forehead and chin.  

Eyes:

Urban Decay Eye shadow Primer Potion in Champagne shimmer. This neutralizes the skin tone on your eyes and makes the eye shadow last longer.

Maybelline New York Color Plush Eye Shadow in Sapphire Siren which was featured in Cosmopolitan Magazine November 2010.

1.       Sweep the white shade from brow bone to the lash line to highlight the eye.

2.       Using the blue green shade to emphasize sweep from the eye’s inner corner to the center of your lid.

3.       To intensify your look use the dark blue color on the palette from the center of your eye to the outer corner and the bottom lash line.

4.       Last to add drama use the black eye shadow in a “V (<)” shape at the outer corner of your eye.

Urban Decay 24/7 glide on eye liner in bold blue along the top and bottom lash lines and Metallic White on the water line (the white eye liner opens up the eye).

Choose your favorite mascara and apply 2 coats for a more dramatic appearance.

Lips:

Lancôme Color Design Lipstick in Pale Lip

Le Lipstique Sheer Lip Liner in Natural Mauve.

You can add a shimmer or clear gloss in the center of your lips to create a luscious pout.

Continue to keep checking back to view more looks for the Holiday Season!

Marie Antionette Inspired Behind the Scenes Video

Not so long ago we told you about a Marie Antionette inspired photoshoot we worked on.   Here are pictures from that photoshoot:

Here's a video that was put together from this very shoot that we'd like to share with you to give you a better idea of all that went into this!

Hair/Make up by Ana Rivera (Beaute Speciale, Inc.)

Photographer:  Tab McClausland

Wardrobe Stylist:  Lori Loftis

Model:  Kaylee Ann Barker

Beaute-ful Holiday Looks No. 1

We're pulling out all the stops this year and giving you all the trends and looks for this Holiday Season. Each week this month we'll be posting a new holiday look for you to try out.. from the office holiday party to getting a smooch at that New Years Bash.. You'll look amazing for each occasion.

Here's the first look from our Beaute Speciale Artist Laine Smart. This is a stand out look that will make heads turn.

With all the statement peices out there now, from jewelry to jackets, the freshest way to make a statement is with eyeliner! This trend is all over the red carpet, with everyone from Rhianna to Leighton Meester, as well as the runways, being spotted at shows from L.A.M.B to Jason Wu, in different variations. That is what makes this look so fun, its so customizable! You can get creative with it. Whatever color you prefer can be used to create this look. It can be a thin flash of color at the lash line, a thicker winged out liner, dropped liner, etc...just depending on how classic, trendy, or dramatic you want to make it. The key to making this look current is combining it with a warm, glowing, neutral face and soft peachy lips. This will keep your look chic, fresh, and clean, allowing your eyes to take the spotlight. This look is sure to make you stand out and shine for any holiday occasion you have coming up.






 [ Step-by-Step to get this look: ]

Eyes:
Mac paint pot in Soft ochre used as base washed over the eye.
Mac shadow in Vanilla dusted from lash line to brow bone.
Mac shadow in Rice paper dusted over lid.
Mac shadow in Shroom patted on the center of lid.
Mac Shadow in Cork to create a soft contour at the crease
Mac shadow in Retrospeck in the inner corners to brighten the eyes.
Bobby Brown liner in Soft Black applied in a very thin line at lash line to create depth.
Mac pearl glide liner in Undercurrent in a thick line at lash line slightly double winged at the end
Lancome LeExtreme Instant Extensions applied on top and bottom lashes with two coats for a soft fluttery frame for the liner.

Face:
Makeup forever High Definition foundation buffed on skin for a soft natural finish.
Mac blush in My Highland Honey popped on apples of cheeks and blended under cheekbones, to softly contour and warm up the face.
Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick in Nectar dusted on cheekbones, and right above the bow of the lips to give the face a fresh glow.
Makeup Forever High Definition finishing powder applied with a very light dusting on the t-zone

Lips:
Mac Lip Erase lightly patted on to neutralize lip color slightly
Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Volupte Lipstick in Peach Faubourg #30.
Mac Lip Glass in Underage lightly dabbed in center of lips.



Keep checking back for more looks for this Holiday Season.

Snooki, Beaute Speciale can't get enough of you. We want to "Jerseyshore-fisticate" your look!

If you've been following us on facebook or twitter, you know that we can't get enough of Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi. She is the stand out character from the MTV Show "Jersey Shore".

We've been campaigning for the last two months to give her a new look for the New Year! We're excited that she's found love in her new boyfriend Jionni LaValle and we want to give her an amazing hair, make-up and new fashion look because we think she's amazing. We want to enhance her unique style and bring Snooki personified to the forefront. She's a style setter and we can't get enough!

Here's a glimpse into the mind of Snooki, she's a normal "tan american" ! We love it.. Watch the video below and the other where she gives us more insights as to who she really is.








And Snooki you are the only girl in the world.. you are too funny..

Makeup Artist: Michelle Phan

I recently discovered makeup artist, Michelle Phan, in an article I read in Allure magazine.  I checked out her You Tube Channel and absolutely LOVE her makeup tutorials!  She is a Vietnamese American makeup artist, originally an art student.  At 23 years old she has become the most watched makeup artist on You Tube reaching 1 million subscribers.  Lancome has also signed her as the company's video makeup artist.  Additionally, Phan is the creator and owner of skincare line IQQU.

You can see her amazing video tutorials here:

http://www.youtube.com/user/MichellePhan

Vintage Wave Hairstyle Tutorial

Here is our latest video tutorial showing you how to create a beautiful vintage wave hairstyle from the 30's and 40's.  An elegant and classy look!

Time for a Contest!

We're excited to announce our very first Beaute Speciale Contest! The winner of our contest will win a holiday color eyeshadow from the Bobbi Brown Holiday Collection!

The color for the season is Plum! To enter our contest submit to us

(via www.facebook.com/beautespecialefans) your favorite Holiday Plum Smokey Eye Look! Use our Kim Kardashian youtube tutorial for an idea of what we're looking to see from you: http://www.youtube.com/beautespeciale#p/a/u/1/C6wB2rx7L74

See below for contest rules.

CONTEST RULES:

1.  Contest is exclusive to Beaute Speciale Facebook fans

join here:  www.facebook.com/beautespecialefans

2.  Contestants must use their own face or should pose in the same picture with the model.

3.  Deadline is:  Tuesday, November 30, 2010 EST

4.  To submit your photo - tag it to our fan page with the title: 

Holiday Plum Smokey Eye Look Contest

5.  One entry per contestant.

We can't wait to see what you come up with!  We will choose our favorite look created by our fans and announce the winner on our facebook fan page!

It's in the lips!

I recently did an inspirational Marie-Antoinette photoshoot with photographer, Tab McClausland and model, Kaylie.  For this particular look I was looking for the perfect pink lipstick.  I found it in Givenchy Fantasy Pink Lipstick #23.  It is the same lipstick that we saw model Molly Sims wearing in a magazine.  It looked absolutely stunning on Kaylie - it was the perfect, fresh, bright, pink lipstick that added the finishing touch to the look we wanted to create.  I loved it!

Below you can see the end result of the masterpiece. 

You can view more images of this photoshoot at Tabitha's blog:
http://ultimateimageweddingsblog.com/2010/11/parismarie-antoinette-inspirational-photo-shoot-sneak-peek/

~Ana

The power of Make-up: MAC ME OVER!

Everyone these days wants a make-over or something to make them feel good. And being a beauty company we believe that when you look good you feel good. So with the launch of the MAC ME OVER! contest, thousands upon thousands have entered to win to be the face of MAC Cosmetics Make-up.

Beaute Speciale understand the power of make-up and the fact that this contest has so many people interested in being made over really puts power behind how important, relevant and apart of everyday life make-up really is.

The "MAC Me Over!" is actually a great contest that involves an average person being able to be the face of the cosmetic line. That is totally amazing, when has a make-up company ever turned the face of their company over to it's fans or it's make-up audience. Think about it you could be the face of a make-up line?

Check out the contest maybe one of our readers could be the face of the campaign. Good Luck!

HOT Pink!!!

Model:  Tabitha McClausland

Photographer:  Misty Miotto

Hair/Makeup by:  Beaute Speciale

We met Tabitha through our photographer friend Misty Miotto. Misty asked us to help Tabitha with some fun and sexy work photos for her blog, Hot Pink Brides.  Since hot pink is her favorite color and it is part of her whole image, we gave her a hot pink lip with some fun lashes and a nice retro black liquid liner. Tabitha had a photo of Kylie Minogue and Scarlet Johanson in her Dolce and Gabbana ads. She gave us some direction and told us to run with it...  and we did!  It was so much fun!  Tabitha loved her look so much and said she never imagined she could ever look so sultry. That’s what we do best!

Hot Pink Brides Blog was started in 2009 by Tabitha McCausland.  Tabitha has been in the wedding industry for over 10 years first as a coordinator then as a photographer.  She started the blog to share experiences and help brides find inspiration and money saving tips. Since the start of the blog it has grown to over 27,000 unique visitors per month and has featured some of the best wedding photographers in the entire world. 

Album Cover for Rising Country Music Artist: Jordan Anderson

We recently had the opportunity to do hair and makeup for rising country singer, Jordan Anderson.  The picture below will be used as the cover to her upcoming album.

Before we begin our work we try and get a feel for the individual and make it a personal experience for them.  We ask questions to learn what they like most.  Jordan says she likes to wear eyeliner - so we keep that in mind as we create the final look. 

The whole idea is not to make her up too much, but to enhance all that she is!

We wish you well Jordan as you pursue your career in the music industry! 
You can learn more about Jordan Anderson at:  www.myspace.com/jordananderson92


Photo Courtesy:  Michael Cairns
Hair/Make-up by Ana Rivera - Beaute Speciale

Christian Dior Fall 2010 Couture Collection

Christian Dior Fall 2010 Couture

We just love how Christian Dior always sets the precedence on Haute Couture makeup.  Here's a perfect example of how they take it to the next level and this time they added some color for the fall... it's a bouquet of creativity.

In this collection you can see that creative designer, John Galliano, combines nature, flowers and bright colors for an eccentric look.  It's not your typical, everyday look - but that's what makes this amazingly beautiful.

Behind-the-Scenes and Final Product

As a make-up artist we are always behind-the-scenes and are on set for the making of movies, productions and photo shoots and most times, we aren't privy to the concept or sometimes even what the final piece will be. It always amazes me when I see the final product, may it be in a magazine, brochure, direct mail or when I'm in line at the grocery store.

If you guys have viewed our website you will have seen all the behind-the-scenes images we've captured while working and one in particular really threw me for a loop. The photo was in a  gondola rowing boat set up in a parking lot and we were asked to do the hair and make-up for the talent.

A row boat in a parking lot?????

I couldn't have even imagined what the final product would be. But it turned out great. Here's the behind-the-scenes image and the final product. It is truly amazing how they put these things together.

Final Product Image:

Behind the Scenes Image:

Beaute Speciale - Ana Rivera

:: Fall in Love with Accessories:: Behind the Scenes OSM

If there is one company that we admire for all that they do for fashion, make-up and beauty it's Orlando Style Magazine and Tampa Style Magazine. We love the way they bring upscale fashion and beauty to Orlando/Tampa Area.

Take a look at the behind the scenes video of their latest "Fall in Love with Accessories" shoot. We'd love to work with them and have inquired about doing some shoots with them. Editor-in-Chief and Creatives of Orlando Style we want to work with you!


Sean Armenta | Orlando Style Magazine BTS from Sean Armenta on Vimeo.

"Beaute' and Miss America 2011 Contestants

The fifty-three 2011 Miss America Pageant Contestants visited the Orlando Area recently. Beaute Speciale had the opportunity to Beautify the contestants at the Magic Kingdom® Park at the Walt Disney World® Resort for a day full of magic and new memories. 

Ana Rivera and Jacquin Morton were there to help each contestant put their best face forward. It's great when you can meet the representatives of poise and beauty. They were awesome to work with.

Check out the video as they talk about memories and magic. 

Make sure to tune in to the Miss America Pageant, LIVE on ABC Saturday, January 15, 2011 

Dramatically Different!

Model: Betsy Landon
Photographer: Diana Zalucky
Hair and Makeup: Ana Rivera for Beaute Speciale

For this photoshoot we did a clean wholesome look for model, Betsy Landon. This is more for a commercial shoot or a Disney type look. She asked us to do this style for her headshots. It's a clean, all American girl look.

Once we got that done we sexed it up a bit and gave her a not so clean every day

 look. Check and see what a transformation a little good hair and makeup can do!

We love the glossy smokey eye look, it's a classic and specialty of Ana Rivera!

The bottom photographs reminded us of a Guess ad - and that was our inspiration! Nice job Betsy and great photos Diana!!

Make-up Tutorial - Rhianna Red Lip Look

Being a beauty company we enjoy the world of make-up and fashion and all that is beauty. This month we featured another make-up tutorial on our YouTube Page. This month's look was a Rhianna Red-Lip Look.

Our Beaute Speciale artist Jacqui did an amazing job recreating this Rhianna look. Take a look a a couple of images from the day of the shoot and view the tutorial.

Share your comments and feedback we'd love to know what looks you want us to re-create or if you want to know any make-up tips and tricks.

Beaute Speciale Artist: Jacquin   Model: Shayla

Vibrant, Colorful, Exotic, Glamorous, Expressive!

As makeup artists, we're constantly searching for new ideas, looks and colors.  We like to use a variety of products and choose only the best.  We're passionate about our art and as we work on developing our own make up line we want to be sure that we produce high quality products that we absolutely love and that you will one day enjoy also!

We recently discovered the Illamasqua makeup collection at Sephora and it's wonderful!  Illamasqua is a British makeup line known for its vibrant, rich shades of color.  The colors are truly brilliant and beautiful.

See for yourself!  Below are examples from some of their makeup collections.

 Sirens

 Noir

 Porcelain

Sirens

Art of Darkness

1920's Berlin

"French Glamour" is the feeling of Fall!

This fall the feeling of make-up and nails and all things glamourous is taking a more french feeling. From the runways of Fashion week to the major cosmetic companies "French Glamour" is all the rage. Take a look at behind the scenes of Lancôme as they bring their French Coquette Collection to life, it has a real Moulin Rouge feeling.

Take a look at their blog for more updates on their newest fall collection French Coquettes

Color, Color, and more Color

Hair & Make-up Beaute Speciale (Ana Rivera) Photography by Diana Zalucky

Color is key in bringing out the features of the eyes, lips and playing up the entire face. Recently, Beaute  Speciale had the opportunity to showcase color and play up the beautiful features of the face in a chic bohemian way.

Some people think Bohemian has to be earthy.  But bohemian can be fun, free-flowing beauty with exubrant color.  Take a look at one of our most recent shoots. The images speak for themselves. We'd love to hear your feedback as we use the art of make-up and express beauty in new and exciting ways. Stay-tuned for more images and behind the scenes photos!

Colors We LOVE!!! NARS Daphne

Make-up Lovers look out! We are loving the new vibrant purple of NARS Daphne! This color is amazing and follows all the fashion trends for this fall. Purple is the it color for fall.

NARS Daphne Eyeshadow Review, Photos, Swatches (Fall 2010)

Beauty Blogging

Beaute Speciale has been making new strides as we re-brand ourselves and take on new and exciting ventures. This blog will speak to the beauty in everyone and provide tips, behind-the-scenes moments and chronicle all that is of the beauty industry.

Our company's slogan is beauty is our business and we live for all things beauty, make-up and fashion related. Follow us on twitter, facebook and now our blog to stay up-to-date on all that is happening with us.

Stay tuned we'll be posting in the next couple of days.