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July 29, 2018July 29, 2018Hairstylist on Location, Make Up Artist, Wedding hairstylistLeave a comment

Alistbeauty Wedding hair and make up on location in Toronto and area

We get it that all this prep for your wedding make up can be overwhelming , so let us at Alistbeauty help! Here are 2 bridal makeup scenarios see a lot: One, you’re not much for make up person in general and have no clue where to start; two, you’re a beauty diva at heart but you’re getting too in-your-head to choose the perfect look. Either way, figuring out what kind of look to bring to your first makeup trial can be downright nerve-racking. After all, the image you choose to give yourself can sketch the entire vibe of your wedding day. Aim to have your first trial about two to three months out from your date so that the Alistbeauty makeup artist can understand the palette we are working with.

It’s always best to have an overall idea of what you want to look like but, Alistbeauty understands that there’s some room to play and have some fun, since nothing is set in stone during your first trial. Also very important information to relay to your chosen artist: YOUR dress and hair. In the end, everything should complement each other for a cohesive look.

” I always request that my bride come in with a visual reference—no fewer than two photos and no more than three,” “The pictures help in ways that words can’t. Show us what you like and don’t like”.

Glow: This look is all about glowing cheeks and healthy skin. Think lots of bronzer, super natural and pretty, non-structured, and easy-going. Your makeup artist will want to keep the skin mostly natural, defined with warmer colors and lots of highlighter for a health glow, and a softer, diffused eye and brows. The vibe is “I just woke up like this.”

Glam: Could not be more different than the above. This focuses on a full-on smoky eye, covered skin, and very defined features. Everything is precise for this kind of look. The skin is polished to perfection and contoured, the brows are defined, and the eyes have plenty of smoke and full, glam lashes. You’ll want to keep the lips a balance of all of these other layers, probably with a nude. The vibe is “I just left the red carpet to be here.”

P.S. Remember, bringing reference photos to your trials is helpful, but definitely keep an open mind when you get there. Don’t fall into the trap of setting your mind on what you envision before you get to see what different looks look like on you!

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Alistbeauty Tips

We know at Alistbeauty.ca that you’ve probably heard this over and over, but your wedding day is going to fly by. Between getting ready, greeting guests, posing for photos, and hitting the dance floor, powdering your nose or touching up your makeup will be the last thing on your mind. Besides, a makeup bag doesn’t really go with your wedding dress.

But no matter how hectic things get, you of course still want to look your absolute best—especially since every moment will be externalized in your wedding photos. That’s why Alistbeaut.ca is sharing tips,tricks and products that will keep you looking matte and red carpet worthy through your ceremony, reception, and even the after-party.

Alistbeauty schedules time for touch-up to ensure your makeup is basically is picture perfect all day and night so your never stressed before you walk down the aisle.

July 29, 2018Lifestyle, Make Up Artist, Personal, Professional Hair Care Products, Professional Make Up Products, skin care, wedding, Wedding hairstylistLeave a comment

The Wedding Beauty Routine You Need to Start Before the Big Day

In the blink of an eye , the wedding is just a month away! When you hit the one-month countdown, this is the wedding beauty routine you need to start. Everything is pretty much in place, with just a few finishing touches remaining on the to-do list. The same can be said about your wedding beauty timeline, as just like every checklist tied to wedding planning, there are still a few more to-dos.

So let’s get to it, below!

1. Hair, hair, hair.

Your hair trials should be done at this point, so it’s time to hit the salon for the final touch-ups before the big day. Al Parker- Fortier recommends seeing your stylist four to six weeks leading up to the wedding to shape your current style. “Avoid any big changes [at this point] especially if you have already done a trial run for how you will style hair on the wedding day.” If you’re wearing your hair down, he suggests going in one to two weeks before the wedding for a bang trim (if applicable) and a dusting, the technique stylists use to clean up damaged ends without compromising length.

“You should also plan to get your hair colored one to two weeks before the wedding,” adds Al. If you don’t color your hair, Brown says a gloss is a good option for enhancing your hair’s shine and vibrancy. Either way, your hair will look better than ever. Try Aveda Colour enhancing shampoo.

2. Take Off Your Makeup Every Day—No Matter What!

At the end of a long day, who can wait to collapse on the couch in your coziest sweats and tune out the world until bed time? The struggle is real. Unfortunately, if your nighttime routine doesn’t include washing your face and properly removing your makeup, you can be damaging your complexion big time. Cleansing your face at the end of the day is imperative to not only remove makeup, but also oils, environmental toxins, dead skin, bacteria, and any other gunk that can clog your pores. To make this easier, consider leaving cleansing towelettes by your nightstand for no-excuses.

3. Get serious about your sleep.

Getting a solid night’s sleep is easier said than done, especially for busy brides-to-be with a million things on that to-do list. Use the final month before the wedding as an excuse to focus on those precious eight hours and make it a priority turn down at a decent hour. “This might require prioritizing exercise and avoiding sleep-busting habits like binge-watching TV before bed or drinking caffeine late in the day,” says Casper’s in-house sleep expert Theresa Fisher. Whether you need a new pillow, a chic silk sleeping mask, or a sound machine, do what you have to do to get those Zs in.

4. Try a spray tan.

Whether you know you want a bronzed look on the big day or on the fence about a faux glow, St. Tropez is a great way to get that glow. We recommend doing a trial run that aligns with your final dress fitting (usually about two to four weeks from the wedding). “This way, a bride can see if she likes the tan shade or decide if she wants to go lighter or darker,” she says. “You should definitely experiment with different shades well in advance of the wedding so you can decide the depth of glow you prefer.” St. Tropez Self Tan Express Bronzing Mist is a beginner-friendly product that allows the user to spray as little or as much as desired for results that can range from a barely-there glow to a full-on bronzed tan.

5. Whiten your teeth.

The time has come to take the plunge and brighten those pearly whites. After all, they do say pictures last a lifetime. Alistbeauty.ca recommends the Zoom! QuickPro whitening treatment for brides with limited time. This is a perfect treatment for the bride with a busy schedule since it is super fast, taking only 10 minutes in the office including the application of the whitening gels and instructions. One treatment can result in a smile that’s four shades lighter and will last for up to six months. Even if you end up pushing perfecting your smile to the bottom of your to-do list, rest assured you can still dazzle with those pearly whites on your wedding day. Brides can have this done just a few days before the wedding—including the day before—since there is no downtime and no sensitivity after the treatment.

6. Amp up the workouts.

If you’ve been on your health journey for a few months now, it’s time to step it up. If you are working out three days a week, add a fourth. If you are working out a couple of times a week, add an extra workout or two. It’s all about what works for you—however, the main rule of thumb in the few weeks leading up to the big day.

March 9, 2018March 10, 2018Make Up Artist, Photo Shoot, wedding, Wedding hairstylist, weding jewelryLeave a comment

All That Glam!

March 8, 2018July 28, 2018Lifestyle, Personal, Photo Shoot, wedding, Wedding hairstylistLeave a comment

Fascinator Styles

Did hats and fascinators did make a big of a show at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s royal wedding ? We at alistbeauty feel that the answer is “YES”. We especially looked forward to the wedding guest fashion extravaganza and when it comes to royal wedding guest attire, fascinators are de rigeuer.

Hats and fascinators are a high-society staple across the pond, but with an American as our bride, and many American wedding guests, will the accessory still reign supreme?

Why does one wear a fascinator? What does it symbolize?

For some women it represents a status symbol or honoring tradition, for others it’s pure fun. Depending on the event, there’s often an unspoken competition for best fascinator or headpiece, and that’s where the fun ensues. Some of my customers wear them as a form of self expression, especially the more elaborate and artistic pieces. A great headpiece is like a fab pair of Louboutins. It completes an ensemble and adds a sexy-chic sophistication to the overall look.

What differentiates a fascinator from other types of headwear?

Americans became obsessed with the word fascinator during and after Kate & William’s royal wedding. It was mentioned in every report from the extravagant day that was as much about fashion as the new royal couple themselves. Viewers worldwide were given a window into how people dress for weddings in England and the world became enamored with fascinators. However, the concept is a hotly debated one in the millinery world. Not everything that is worn on the side of one’s head is considered to be a fascinator. Usually it’s created with some feathers, veiling, crib, and a wide array of embellishments that have mass appeal.

Are there certain fascinator styles that are more appropriate for a wedding?

It all depends on the requirements set forth by the couple on their invitation. If you’re invited to a wedding in the British Isles, it will be specified in the dress code. Often the word “encouraged” is used. It has, however, become a tradition to at least embellish your head with something chic and classic, and that’s why fascinators have become so popular for weddings. For wedding season I work mostly with sinamay straws, parisisal straw-like structures that are beautifully elegant and impeccably adorned.

What is typically worn with a fascinator? How would you suggest styling it?

It depends on the intricacy, embellishments, and overall design of the headpiece. They look great with a dress or a sophisticated well-fitted pant suit. I like to assist my clients with the final details. I always take a photo of my clients wearing the fascinator correctly for their reference later. One should have a cohesive look head to toe—there is nothing worse than a fascinator as an afterthought.

When in doubt, get inspiration from the royal family, especially Kate Middleton’s personal style. She always looks perfect for every occasion and she never misses the mark on her headwear selection.

Are you seeing any headwear trends emerge for Harry and Meghan’s wedding?

Anything from perchers to bold and unusual architectural shapes will be in demand for the wedding. Head-to-toe monochromatic color palettes are always on trend for royal weddings. Of course there will be the many variations of classic disc-like structures from wide to upswept shapes with twists and turns.

How will styles this year vary from those made for the guests at William and Kate’s wedding?

Since the 2011 royal wedding, there are many new and innovative millinery materials and techniques available. We will still see many creative couture headpieces designed in interesting and modern fabrications. Truly, the sky’s the limit.

Will American guests be wearing fascinators or hats to the wedding? What can they wear to respect the tradition and British culture?

I forecast they will be wearing both. Many Americans often [feel like they] need an excuse to wear a hat or fascinator and what better occasion than a royal wedding? I encourage invited guests to visit a couture milliner like myself to procure their headwear selection.

If Americans learned anything from Kate and William’s wedding, they will know that 99 percent of the guests wore hats. Go to a milliner who is experienced with special occasion head wear. Most importantly, find your comfort zone and don’t go out on a limb.

February 28, 2018Lifestyle, wedding, Wedding hairstylistLeave a comment

Something Old Something New!

“Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue and a silver sixpence in her shoe.” Now what in the hell does any of that have to do with a long and happy marriage!?

Let’s dive in to where and when this rhyme came about. It dates back to Victorian England, and it seems to signify the simultaneous hope for continuity and a fresh beginning. “Something old…signifies the desire that the best of the couple’s previous lives…remain with them in the new life to come,” writes wedding historian Susan Waggoner. Meanwhile “something new” is all about the new life the couple will start together. “Something borrowed” is a bit more superstitious, pointing to the idea that borrowing items from a happily married woman will transfer that woman’s good luck onto the new bride. And the color blue is representative of “fidelity and love’s purity”; it was also a popular color to wear prior to the white wedding dress trend. And that sixpence? Well even the Victorians knew that marriage is a heck of a lot easier with ample money.

We love this part of wedding traditions! I would love to use old family wedding bands has ‘old’. ‘something new’ maybe earrings. The ‘blue’ a bow kept close to your hart. ‘something borrowed’ a kiss from you beloved that you will return after you say “I DO!” Many of the items Dawn incorporated into wedding details can have sentimental attachments to family and friends.

Some brides have utilized this wedding rhyme as a way of honoring those who loved her along the way, sewing a piece of her mother’s wedding dress into her own and inviting her friends to write sweet messages on the bottoms of her shoes with a blue marker. “A wedding symbolizes being comfortable in both celebrating an ancient tradition and in starting a new future, two intertwined goals that are achieved by the saying ‘something old, something new.’ ” I really dig this interpretation.

February 27, 2018February 27, 2018Photo Shoot, wedding, Wedding hairstylistLeave a comment

Metal and Marble Shoot

29 Jan 2018

Moody Marble and Mixed Metal Wedding Inspiration Shoot

Today’s wedding inspiration shoot comes at the perfect time as we prepare for the 2018 wedding season. Celebrity wedding planner Mindy Weiss projected metallic colors would dominate the design of 2018 weddings, and this styled shoot is full of striking metally hues. The talented team of vendors were inspired by rose gold metallics and eye-catching marble, which they balanced beautifully with stark, dark tones.

From the geometric rose gold table decor and marble plates to the black taper candles and black marble dinner menus, this moody tablescape is positively luxe. We’re especially swooning over the marble aisle runner that’s personalized with calligraphy and the incredible wedding cakes that blend all the design elements together perfectly. Captured by Lula King Photography, the details in this shoot are sure to make you swoon!

Metal and Marble Styled Shoot from Amaros Media on Vimeo.

Wedding Vendors

PHOTOGRAPHY: LULA KING PHOTOGRAPHY
VIDEOGRAPHY: AMAROS MEDIA
EVENT PLANNING: RAVEN LUXURY EVENTS INC.
FLORAL DESIGN: HENNA FLORIST
STATIONERY: CASTLEFIELD DESIGN
EVENT DESIGN & DECOR: IN THE 6IX WEDDINGS INC.
RENTALS: LUXE MODERN RENTALS
WEDDING DRESS: KENNETH WINSTON
WEDDING SUIT: CALABRETTA SARTORIAL MENSWEAR
WEDDING SHOES: SOPHIA WEBSTER
BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: ADACE TSENG
HAIR AND MAKEUP: A-LIST BEAUTY
WEDDING CAKE: KIWI’S CUPCAKES & CAKES
CATERING: PRESIDENTIAL GOURMET
DANCE FLOOR: DANCE FLOOR DECOR EVENT CREATION

January 12, 2018January 25, 2018Personal, Professional Hair Care, wedding, Wedding hairstylistLeave a comment

Your Wedding Hairstyle

Although your wedding day is a day unlike any other, your bridal style shouldn’t stray too far from the personal style you rock everyday. After all, when you look back on your wedding photos decades down the line, you want to look like you, right? That’s why it’s always best to plan your big-day look—from your wedding dress to your makeup—around, well, yourself, and not all the other brides you’ve been following on Instagram.

So, when it comes to your wedding hairstyle, should you let your curls tumble over your shoulders or sweep your tresses into a traditional updo? What about a boho braid, or sleek straightened locks? How do you decide what’s right for you? It’s simple! Just consider your personality type.

Our stylists have to share their hairstyle suggestions for each and every personality type. Whether you consider yourself an ultra-chill, go-with-the-flow bride or a true type-A personality, you can find a wedding hairstyle that’s totally YOU, below.

For The Free-Spirited, Wild-Child Bride…

If you’re all about having a good time and prefer going barefoot to high heels, opt for something loose, undone, and natural. “This can play into a relaxed, messy braid, twists, or really anything that has a low-key look,” “In playing up your free-spirited nature, you can also add flowers to the hair,” suggests Al Fortier. “But everything should be kept light, flowing, and effortless.”

For The Non-Traditional, Out-of-the-Box Bride…

If breaking the rules is one of your favorite pastimes, you’ll first want to seek out the assistance of our stylist who will get the look you’d like to rock on your wedding day.

For this kind of unconventional hair style, we suggests a fresh take on a vintage style. “Think ’70s-style straight with a middle part, ’20s finger waves, ’40s victory rolls, or ’50s brushed out curls,” she says. “First consider what inspires you and then explore what makes sense for your hair and individual style.”

For The Type-A, Perfectionist Bride…

If you’re the type of bride who’s been imagining every little detail of your wedding since you knew what weddings were, we have a feeling you already know exactly what kind of ‘do works best for you. Our stylists recommend one of two options. The first would be Old Hollywood waves that gently add softness and sophistication to your overall look.

The second would be a classic sleek style, such as a chignon, twist, or a bun. “This is great for a type-A personality, as all of the bride’s hair will be off her face,” says Al Fortier hair stylist at Alistbeauty. “It’s a very polished look, leaving no hair out of place.”

December 28, 2017December 28, 2017make up, Make Up Artist, Photo Shoot, Wedding hairstylistLeave a comment

All The Glam Shoot

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All The Glam

12.27 2017

All The Glitz And All The Glam Holiday Wedding Inspiration

This season should always be sparkly. It’s a requisite and if it’s gorgeous and gilded like this Glam Holiday Wedding Inspiration, even better. It’s that time of year when exciting new things are just around the corner and celebrating with your favorite person is a must. Take a tip from Raven Luxury Events Inc. Inc and photographer extraordinaire Lula King Photography and forgo the overcrowded restaurants and nightclubs for a totally gorgeous, intimate New Year’s Eve date. Or get inspired to throw your own glitz and glam Holiday Party that captures all the romance of the season with these gold and shimmery decor details along with a crazy good cake. Find even more inspiration right here in the FULL GALLERY.