I received yesterday the latest collection from Tili the maker of the super chic reusable zip & seal bag. These darling bags are not only practical (everything can pretty much be stored in them) but equally stylish.

I use them in my makeup kit, at home, in my car, in my girl’s playroom. Anywhere where I need to stay organized (and cute) will do.
 

 
The new collection has 3 colors and 2 sizes to chose from. I love them all!
 

 
The large box contains 9 one gallon tilli bags in 3 unique pattern (3 of each) $8.49
The small Box contains 9 one quart tilli bags in 3 unique pattern (3 of each) $7.49
 

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Go check them out! Oh, and if someone could tell what music is playing in the background of Tili’s groovy website that’ll be great. I tried to Shazam it but no luck there.

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It’s true — neutral color eyeshadows might not drive makeup lovers into frenzies like a bold cherry red lipstick or a metallic blue nail polish can, but eye looks featuring neutral and shimmery remain among my favorites.

Nude shadows are always in style and look great with almost anything. There are tons of neutral palettes out there and this one has received so many raves I thought someone out there (other than me, ha!) would probably enjoy it a lot.

The Prize

Too Faced Natural Eye Neutral Eye Shadow kit ($34.00) from Too Faced’s Naturally Naughty Collection new for Fall. This palette includes nine essential shadows. How fun!

In within the palette you will find three how-to cards explaining how to create different looks — Day, Classic, and Fashion. But the possibilities are endless with that many eyeshadows. ENDLESS!

Included in the kit is a small  pull-out drawer with a double-sided brush. Sorry it’s a tad blurry. On one end a sponge applicator on the other and angled synthetic brush. I can’t personally se using it, but you never know.

A mix of mattes, shimmers, and high shimmer/glitters, allows for maximum creativity and FUN!

Shades include: Heaven (matte ivory), Velvet Revolver (matte taupe), Sexspresso (matte deep brown), Silk Teddy (peach champagne shimmer), Push-Up (light bronze shimmer), Erotica (soft charcoal shimmer), Nude Beach (champagne shimmer with gold glitter), Honey Pot (gold shimmer), Cocoa Puff (warm chocolate brown shimmer)

Two ways to win

Two ways to win and you can do both to increase your chances.

1. LIKE  Studio Marie-Pierre page on Facebook.

2. Second, tell me: ” Do you wear less or more makeup in the summer?’ Leave your comments at the bottom of this blog post or on Studio Marie-Pierre Facebook page.

I’ll choose the winner at random from among the people who enter by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday September 7, 2011. Please don’t forget to use a valid email address so I can reach you if you win.

Terms and Conditions

Contest is open to USA residents 18 years or older. With these exceptions: Alabama and Nebraska, 19; Mississippi, 21
The deadline to enter is Wednesday September 7, 2011 at 11:59PM (EST)
Entrants must enter using a valid email address to win.
A maximum of two (2) entries per person — one within the comments at the bottom of this post, and a second entry on Studio Marie-Pierre Facebook page
I will select one (1) winner at random from the entries either left in the comments at the bottom of this blog post or on Studio Marie-Pierre Facebook page
The winner will be announced here within 48 hours of the deadline.
Void where prohibited by law.

Bonne chance!

Bobbie Brown Pot Rouge (.38 fl.oz/11ml $24.00) is a versatile highly pigmented cream color meant to be used on both lips and cheeks.  It’s super creamy and blends effortlessly on the cheeks. My preferred method of application is with my  Mac 188 duo fiber face brush but fingers or a sponge will work too.  I find Pot Rouge more forgiving to apply than makeup forever HD Microfinish Blush.  They do not dry as fast hence the blending properties.
The staying power of Pot Rouge is excellent. I applied it at 10am, it lasted until about 4pm.  By then it was significantly faded, but hey it’s Key West in August with 90 percent humidity.  So I think that’s really good!

I did try Pot Rouge on my lips.  In my opinion the only way it looks good is applied very thinly so that it looks like a stain rather than a lipstick.  It’s a tad drying.  Nothing a touch of gloss can’t fix.

I should also mention Pot Rouge is fragranced.  Although the scent didn’t bother  on my cheeks, I could do without on my lips.  But then again I’m real touch when it come to smell. Ha!

Calypso Coral

Bright pinkish-coral is one of the newest shades and looks great on most skin.  It’s one of my fave.  I was a little scared it would look too orange on me. Fear not! It looks very natural and summery.

Powder Pink

Creamy rosy pink. Looks a lot brighter in the pot than on.

Pale Pink

Cool toned blue base pink. Looks great on both warm and cool skin tone. I love this one as well.

The hype on Pot Rouge is justified. I’m very happy about my purchase and highly recommend them.

Studio Marie-Pierre rating: A-

Hope you all have a great day!!!

Rise and shine morning glory. I hope you slept well.  It’s been a week today since our return to Key West, I’m finally getting over my jet lag.  It’s about time!  Back into the swing of things has been fun, love seeing  all my clients!

Jamie and Dave had their wedding over two consecutive days.  Day one the ceremony, day two the reception.  How fun right?  Here’s Jamie’s hair on the second day up in a very modern and chic style that incorporated a twisted side braid.  And YES this is all her hair!!!  Super long, thick and BEAUTIFUL! I had so much styling her.

Congratulations Jamie and Dave!

Happy first day back to school, hope everyone has a great one!

It’s been an exciting few months since I’ve launched the “Live Gorgeously!” Facebook Fan Photo Contest! Every lovely bride-to-be has been unique and every month the competition is a little different. From Natalie Brown, our very first contestant in May to every single contestant who has come since, I always tingle with excitement when I see a new picture on my wall!

This month we have three lovely ladies who have thrown their hats (or veils…?) into the ring so far! Let’s learn a little about each of them:

Danielle Turner posted an adorable pic of her and her fiance Jeff on August 3rd. So far she’s racked up an impressive 164 votes. Their wedding is planned for April 21, 2012 at the lovely Casa Marina Resort. Good luck Danielle! It’s been wonderful getting to know you during the course of the competition!

Jennifer Storke and Matthew are back! After an intense, down-to-the-wire competition in July with Amy Bohazcek where both girls garnered over 500 votes, Jennifer’s taking advantage of the fact that you can re-enter the contest every month for your chance to win! After posting this absolutely stunning and romantic picture on August 8 she’s up to 354 votes already. What a competitor!

These sweethearts met about a year ago on eHarmony. In March, Matthew popped the question in St. Augustine during their first “mini-vacation” at a bed and breakfast. A year later, in March 2012 they plan to tie the knot at the Hemingway House.

“Facebook and the graciousness of others to lend two minutes of their time to vote and post is a powerful thing, and I am really lucky to have so many people in my life who are willing to help,” Jennifer told me via email.

Finally, Frances Preffer submitted this adorable pic of her and her fiance Mike on August 9. What a handsome couple! She’s rallied 127 votes so far along with a great shout-out from her friend’s yoga studio in New Jersey. Her wedding is scheduled for May 18 at the picturesque Westin Resort & Marina.

All three of these beautiful girls have done an amazing job this month. I wonder if we’ll get anymore competitors for August for their chance to win free hair and makeup for their entire bridal party or if potential contestants are intimidated by the high number of votes these three have already gotten. I certainly encourage anyone to enter at anytime, as I will be selecting a handful of wild card semi-finalists in December.

If August’s competition is anything like June and July, it will be an exciting race to the finish! I’ll be watching when the clock strikes midnight on August 31 to see who wins! Good luck girls, you’re all exquisitely gorgeous!

Thank you Laura for choosing me as your stylist on your big day!! I will always remember your wonderful personality,  contagious smile, super fun and loving family and you’re super cool sister Krista.  And let’s not forget one other memorable moment, loosing power in the middle of hair and makeup and how cool calm and collected you remained. That was priceless!

Laura had lots of thick beautiful hair. She decided to go for a classic intricate chignon with a side sweep.

Hair accessories are important. Don’t forget to include one in your hair.

I love the array of emotions captured in this image. LOVE.

(Thank you for the love!)

Your photos turned out beautiful!  Wishing you and Shawn lots of love and happiness for now and forever!

Photography: JH Photography
Venue: Westin Resort Key West
Ceremony: Saint Mary Star of the Sea

My first impression of Amy and Mark is that they’re not only very much in love, but they are a fun-loving couple with a true island spirit. I loved the picture Amy entered into the “Live Gorgeously!” Facebook Fan Photo Contest.

She and Mark are smiling at a dinner table, and Amy’s got a Corona in her hand. Amy’s wearing a pair of earrings with a lot of personal style that almost coordinate with Mark’s tattoo peeking out of his shirtsleeve. When I requested she send me a few more pictures for the blog, there was her gorgeous smile with Mark (his smile is gorgeous, too! ) in tropical locations and drinks in hand. I love it! I can just tell that this couple has a zest for life and each other.

After being introduced by mutual friends in January of 2010, they quickly realized their lives had gone down parallel paths, both having attended the same parochial school in Wisconsin. In May, they planned their first vacation to Cabo San Lucas–a girl after my own heart!  During that trip, they fell that much more deeply in love and knew that they were meant for each other.

Mark proposed March 5, 2011 before a pending trip they had planned for Key West in May. They knew they wanted a fun, intimate wedding in a beautiful, warm location and their vacation to Key West turned into a wedding planning trip! Their April 14, 2012 wedding will be at the beautiful Ocean Key House with the reception at the colorful Sunset Pier. This adorable couple from Kenosha, Wisconsin can’t imagine a better place to begin their life as a married couple than in Key West.

Amy and Mark, I so look forward to meeting you! Thank you for sharing your love story with us!

Amy has already won her choice of a FREE spray tan or false eyelashes application for her big day, and she’s in the running for the grand prize: FREE hair and makeup for her and her entire bridal party. For your chance to enter the “Live Gorgeously!” Facebook Fan Photo Contest just post a gorgeous picture on my wall and get your friends to cast their votes!

Today I bring you a couple of non pro photos taken by me, of Jennifer who got married at the Ocean Key Resort.  Jennifer originally wanted to wear her hair in side pony.  It was a super hot day and she wisely decided to wear her hair up instead.  She looks beautiful! I will post the pro photos soon.

If you’ve been following the “Live Gorgeously!” Facebook Fan Photo Contest, then you had to have noticed the “photo-finish” race between Janine McCaffrey and Lindsay Sheldon. During the month of June, the girls both managed to rally over 200 votes in a neck and neck race. About a week before the end of the month, I jotted down everyone’s votes and saw Lindsay at 233 and Janine at 238. I was so impressed! Little did I know, that was just a warm up for these two!

Lindsay, June's winner, and her fiance Jacob!

Within the last 48 hours, they both rallied to get the vote out and each  doubled their votes to over 400. Watching the comment thread throughout the month was so inspirational. It’s obvious that these are a couple of warm and wonderful girls. They had such an outpouring of support from their friends and families.

Janine (center), the close runner-up with her girlfriends!

They also demonstrated amazing “sports-womanship!” At 12:01am on July 1, Janine commented on Lindsay’s picture: “CONGRATS!!! I tried… but you got me in the end!!!! :)”

Lindsay racked up 451 votes while Janine rallied 437. Amazing!

Lindsay’s fiance posted: “Very well done Janine. I’m impressed with how many likes both contestants got!”

Lindsay’s mother Kathy posted on Janine’s picture: “I just wanted to wish you every happiness in your upcoming marriage. Congratulations and best wishes!”

Janine’s mom Jane joined in with her congratulations, and good wishes and lots of love was spread between the two families. There was even a brief campaign on both sides to award two winners! I’m such a softy, I’d love for everyone to win! That’s why I’ve allowed room for 4-6 wild card semi-finalists to be entered into the finals round. That announcement will come in December!

My semi-finalists stand to win a complete hair and makeup styling package for them and their entire bridal party on their wedding day valued at $1,000. The competition goes until December 2011, so if you’ve got a wedding date in 2012 or beyond, post your gorgeous face on my wall and enter for your chance to win!