MidoriLei http://midorilei.com Your Personal Sylist and Beauty Guru Sat, 04 Feb 2012 08:30:29 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 How To Do Makeup: Part 1 The Basic Products http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/midorilei/gJvw/~3/V693ibJ7QzQ/ http://midorilei.com/how-to-do-makeup-part-1-the-basic-products/#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 23:09:27 +0000 MidoriLei http://midorilei.com/?p=2075 Makeup can be so much fun, but I’m definitely more a fan of the “no makeup” makeup look. Natural. I want people to see the woman, not the makeup. So, this post is to show you how to do makeup basics. I will also show you some of the products I used.

Thanks to my friend Heather who was my makeover client! Had a super fun day!

Heather just woke up and we headed straight to my house for a fun makeover day:)

Heather’s before picture:



Heather’s after pictures:

Here are some of the key products we used:


Tart blush

    Omg. This is the ONLY blush I’ve ever found that actually lasts all day.

    I used the color “true love,” a perfectly pink shade, no shimmer. Great for day wear


Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler

    It’s only the best! You’ll forget all about wanting to set aside your life savings for those monthly eyelash extensions every other woman is donning.


Define-A-Lash Volume Mascara

    And you can’t forget the mascara! This stuff is so amazing. Even to its dying day, as it’s drying out, it still doesn’t clump. still. Amazing to the very end. That’s the kind of product that I want to feature. I think this mascara is the hidden little gem of drugstore mascaras.


Josie Maran Argan Illuminizer

    This little guy is the star of the show. I used it to highlight Heather’s cheeks and also added it to her lips for a subtle day shimmer.

Other tools in your toolbox? You definitely need concealer. I love Revlon Photoready Concealer

You also need translucent powder. I love Maybelline Shine Free – Loose Oil Control Loose Powder

Lastly, you need a great liquid liner. I’m still on a search for a good one. Some I’ve tried don’t go on dark enough, others go on dark enough but have a really difficult applicator. Readers, do you have any suggestions?

In my next post, I’m going to break down the application process and hopefully have a video for you guys!

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Gotta love suspenders + shorts + hat

HEART this look! shorts and button down shirt in same color + nude open toe heels

If you have the body, jeans and a tank look amazing... Love the big-ish beanie!

Doesn't even look like her! But love the pigtails.

nothing makes for an easy "sporty" look like adding numerals to a fitted t-shirt

this says "I'm not trying hard"- breezy sandals paired with a casual printed t, jean shorts and a waistcoat. oh and she looks like she just threw on the bling!

Another great thing to wear with suspenders... high waisted pants!

classic ray bans. classic black motorcycle jacket. TRENDY red hot pants. Love it!

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Nicole Anderson.

]]> http://midorilei.com/nicole-anderson/feed/ 0 http://midorilei.com/nicole-anderson/ Blaque- I’m Good http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/midorilei/gJvw/~3/9Uaeh-RUzr0/ http://midorilei.com/blaque-im-good/#comments Thu, 29 Dec 2011 19:20:01 +0000 MidoriLei http://midorilei.com/?p=2031 Love this song and music video!

How cute is Jessica Alba’s outfit at the beginning?

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hats and vests– always a fan!

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Here are some great ideas. (and they are all on sale!) It’s all about shimmer ladies:

This one looks ultra flattering with the lack of a waistline

I love the detailing of the sleeves

The chain belt makes this "Greecian" look more edgy

Find these and more shimmering, glittery New Year’s Eve dresses here.

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How cute is she!

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]]> http://midorilei.com/the-best-sneakers/feed/ 3 http://midorilei.com/the-best-sneakers/ Sporty Vanessa Hudgens http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/midorilei/gJvw/~3/wRxu2ZzClZk/ http://midorilei.com/sporty-vanessa-hudgens/#comments Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:38:28 +0000 MidoriLei http://midorilei.com/?p=2006 How casual and cute is she with the messenger bag and hat!

]]> http://midorilei.com/sporty-vanessa-hudgens/feed/ 0 http://midorilei.com/sporty-vanessa-hudgens/ My Favorite Eve Song http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/midorilei/gJvw/~3/PdRWAqAptiQ/ http://midorilei.com/my-favorite-eve-song/#comments Thu, 22 Dec 2011 02:42:04 +0000 MidoriLei http://midorilei.com/?p=2002 This is my favorite Eve Song. It takes me back to a very specific scene in my college days. On a beach with my girls, in a jeep crossing the sand slowly, the music loud and people turning around as we passed by. It felt like we owned that beach! :) Isn’t it crazy when a song brings you back to a very specific time in your past?

(it’s kinda soft on this vid, turn it up:)

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