Detroit Fashion Week Spring Summer 2012 Collections



Last year I was given an opportunity to be a Makeup Artist and volunteer for Detroit Fashion Week Spring Summer Collection 2011.  I had an amazing time and learned so much.  I did everything from setting up chairs and handing out passes to the press, buyers, etc to doing makeup up for the student showcase.  It is one of the best opportunities I have had working with a wonderful group of people in the fashion industry.

This year is no different.  I already feel the excitement in the air as I attended the volunteer meeting for the Spring Summer 2012 collection.  Designers were fitting models while we learned what we need to do as volunteers.  It was a short meeting but Brian Health, Founder-Producer and  Rebecca Clark, Director of Design made sure all questions were answered and information given.   

Detroit Fashion Week will began September 18, 2011 with the DFW Designer Reception and Preview Party at Emagine Theater in Royal Oak and sponsored by UNEEK COLLECTION.  Last year's party was a great networking event and the preview of UNEEK Collection was hot.  I can't wait to see the designs for this year's show.    

The other events include:

September 22         Charity Auction and Pink Design Showcase by DFW Designers

September 23         Student Design Showcase and Party by Design w/ Michigan Aids Coalition

September 24         Designer Showcases featuring TAIYON COLLECTION SS2012 RUNWAY

                                   After Party at Kacent

                                   630 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI, 48226

  

Tickets are already on sale for the events scheduled for September 18-24, 2011.  All information on the show and links to purchase tickets can be found at the official site http://www.detroitfashionweek.com/index.htm .  

Ruby Kisses Cosmetics Review

Part of the Blogger preview bag included a  fabulous bag full of Ruby Kisses Cosmetics products.  I decided to purchase some items from beauty online supply that were not included but really interested me also.  Ruby Kisses can also be purchased at most local beauty supply stores.  I would suggest calling 1st to make sure they carry the products you are looking for.  One store I visited only had the eye liners. I prefer to not drive store to store to get everything I want so I ordered online and received free shipping.

I received the below products at The Makeup Show Chicago:

Face:
All Over Glow Bronzing Powder in Deep Glow #4
All Over Glow Bronzing Cream in Golden Goddess #1
HD Set n' Forget Setting Powder in Invisible #1

Eyes:

24 HR Eyeshadow Magic eyeshadow primer

Eye shadows in Almond Butter #6 and Banana Cake w/Purple Frosting #3

24 HR Eye Define eyeliner pencil in Purple Glitter #14, and Very Black #1
Never Smudge Liquid eyeliner in Royal Blue #3
HD Gel Liner in Rich Black #1

HD 24/7 Gel Eyeliner Brush

Big Lash Mascara

Very Sexy Mascara

Lips:
Staining Mood Gloss - Mango Butter
Menthol Lip Salvation

Nails:
HD Nails in Hot Pink Pants #6 and Peach on Fire #3

I purchased from beautyonlinesupply.com some extras:

3D Face Creator in #10, Level 10
Brow Polish in #3, Shimmering Blonde

Liquid Eyeliner in #3, Chocolate

Xxpress Liner and Shadow in #18, Va Va Voom

Auto Lip liner in #5, Plum
Color Design Lipstick in #23, Lavender
Super Gloss in #9, Raspberry

I tested the above for over 2 weeks to fully test all products for allergic reaction, longevity, and quality. 

I also picked up two packs of Kiss i-Envy: Individual Eye Lashes (Luxe Black) on sale.

Overall, The products are good.  Starting with the face and body products I love the All Over Glow Bronzing Cream.  It is great for a nice glow/highlight on the face. You can also mix it with your foundation and lotion for a sun kissed glow for the face and body.  The 3-D Face Creator is a 2 color foundation/concealer that is great for creating dimension and depth to your look.  It has a semi-matte finish and does last though out the work day.  I tested it in different temperatures and it held up well with the HD Set N' Forget Setting Powder.     

The 24 HR Eyeshadow Magic eyeshadow primer also works well.  It is not as thick as Urban Decay but it does make your eye shadows last over 12 hours and no creasing.  Also a little is all you need.  The Xxpress Liner and Shadow works great as a base when used with the primer.  I love the eye liners.  I applied them to the back of my hand and ran water over them and none of the colors ran.  All but the liquid liner came off easy with soap and water.  I have sensitive eyes and did not have any reactions to any of the liners also.     

The eye shadows are a bit too frosty for me but will work nicely for those who like frost.  I do like them in the inner corner of my eyes.  I prefer mattes, veluxes and satins.  Color payoff is not bad and packaging is nice and clear.  Plus they look like they may depot easy.   

 
I love the lip products. They all perform well. My favorites are the Staining Mood Gloss and Super Gloss.  They both are not sticky and last 4+ hours.  The auto lip liner is great also.  
 

 Big Lash mascara is described as being a super volumizing mascara(big and bold).  It added some volume but I still prefer my CG Lash Blast. Very Sexy mascara adds length.  Both do not clump and I love the look when I use both.  I first apply one coat of Very Sexy and one- two coats of Big Lash and my lashes are gorgeous, have length and volume.     

Love the nail polish.  Great colors at a great price and I had it on for a week before it started chipping.   The Gel Liner brush is not the best.  It detached into two pieces after 2-3 usages but glue can fix that.  The brush works fairly well at lining the eyes.   Overall Ruby Kisses has some good quality products at good prices. 

My top five favorites (in no particular order) from the line include:

All Over Glow Bronzing Cream

Brow Polish in #3, Shimmering Blonde

HD Set n' Forget Setting Powder in Invisible #1

Staining Mood Gloss - Mango Butter

HD Gel Liner

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IMATS Toronto November 2011

The International Makeup Artist Trade Show Toronto will be back November 12-13, 2011 at the Toronto Congress Centre.  If you missed last year's show and The Makeup Show Chicago then you definitely do not want to miss this year's show.  With over three months to save for hotel, travel, food, products and more, I expect to see more of my fellow makeup artists, vloggers and bloggers from the US this year.  Michigan does not have events such as IMATS and The Makeup Show so we have to travel to the events if we want the education and also to test and see the products in person.

IMATS Toronto is a great event for makeup artists, aspiring makeup artists and makeup enthusiasts.  It is open to the public and the tickets are affordable.  It is best to purchase tickets in advance.  IMATS is an opportunity to network with other makeup artists and to see what new products are out.  IMATS is also an opportunity to watch some of the best in the industry teach a new technique or style of makeup you may not know. 

     Check out the International Makeup Artist Trade Show  website for further information on the show. You can also check out http://tantalizing-eyez.blogspot.com for pictures and more on last year's IMATS Toronto. 

Video/Youtube coverage on IMATS Toronto:

IMATS Coverage    
IMATS:Koren of Enkore Makeup
IMATS: Kandee Johnson

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