Mia Thompson is our new make-up editor and she will be bringing you a monthly update of the latest trends in the make-up world.
Mia is a professionally trained freelance make-up artist based in Leicester and she works in and around the surrounding areas of Leicestershire. She specialises in bridal, fashion and photographic make-up. She is also available for one to one make-up tuition and make-up pamper parties for special occasions such as birthdays or hen parties.
As a MAC pro member and with years of experience Mia always has her finger on the pulse and will be bringing you advice on the best products around and letting you in on some trade secrets.
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MAKE-UP MADE EASY
I’m often asked how to properly apply make-up so this month I will be bringing step by step tips to help you achieve a professional make-up look.
These guidelines will work with any type of look, you can use all or just a few of the steps that are included, for example, if you are going for a natural day look you might choose to skip the eyeshadow and eyeliner step. I only use foundation on my clients when necessary, if you have a fairly even skin tone then go without and just use concealer to cover any redness or blemishes. If you want to achieve an on trend dewy skin, mix a small amount of light reflecting moisturiser with a your foundation and apply with a foundation brush. [Read article]
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LIGHTEN UP!
Its time to swap your dark winter make-up for bright spring colours that echo your lighter wardrobe and the feeling of springs new attitude.
From pretty pastels to bold brights, splashes of colour are everywhere on the runways this season.
Yellows, blues, lilacs, greens and pinks were all seen at New York and London fashion week, multiple colours were applied seamlessly around the eyes bringing us a sunny new look for Spring-Summer 2010.
[Read article]
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RED IS THE COLOUR
Perfect for Valentines Day, the classic red lip is still on trend for 2010.
Luscious red lips have long been a chic and flirtatious symbol of beauty. Just think back to Hollywood Screen Siren Marilyn Monroe with her blonde hair and signature red lips, without doubt the most lusted after lady of all time.
[Read article]
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Contact Mia via e-mail or telephone
makeupbymia1@gmail.com
07904-784-904
Price List 2010
Bridal consultation & trial make-up
I will come to your home or chosen venue, please allow 2hrs
£65.00
Bridal make-up
on the day at chosen venue
£65.00
Bridesmaids
adults & teens
£50.00
Flower girls & little bridesmaids
*free of charge
Mother of bride/groom
£55.00
Bridesmaids & mothers trials
£55.00
Make-up lessons
a great idea if you are getting married abroad
one to one
£75.00
group lesson price available on request
Wedding services
individual/strip lashes
£10.00
nail paint french finish
£15.00
nail paint
£10.00
Special occasion make-up trial/consultation
£65.00
Special occasion make-up
£65.00
Gift vouchers the perfect gift idea any of the services listed are available as a voucher prices as above
Contact Mia via e-mail or telephone
makeupbymia1@gmail.com
07904-784-904
www.make-upbymia.co.uk
*Please note flower girls & little bridesmaids are free of charge when booking with the bride &/or other members of the wedding party.
A small travel charge will apply over 20 miles (50p per mile).
If you book a bridal make-up and also wish to have another make-up applied for the evening or afternoon reception this can be arranged at your trial, price available on request.
During peak wedding season (April-September) a minimum of 2 people is required for weekend bookings.
At your trial you will be required to pay £50% of your final balance as part payment and deposit for your wedding day,this can be paid by cash or cheque.
