Photos for Sun Magazine by Lloyd Fox
Models Aminita and
Styling John John Williams
Makeup Susan Heydt
Hair Brian Oliver
T.H.E Artist Agency
Preakness Fashion, Hair and Makeup Friday, May 10 2013
Makeup and Model fashion, Makeup, Preakness, Sun Magazine 10:18 am
Get Gatsby Wednesday, May 8 2013
How-to and Makeup 20's, Makeup, movies, The Great Gatsby 6:52 pm
The Gatsby look is popular right now because modern women are exerting their independence through the glamorous Hollywood style. The seductive siren style appeals to a hedonistic set and the attention to detail is a nice contrast to not caring about style.
The Gatsby look works for both men and women because the vintage Jazz Age vibe brings back a contemporary feel that embellishes the individual. The on screen style feels distinctive as if creating a new version of appealing. In the movie, the 20′s look is updated by reducing some of the severe extremes like over plucked brows and through newer products, think modern day mascara, that weren’t available back then.
Here’s advice on how to pull off the Gatsby look without over doing it.
Far from a subtle look, the 20′s Great Gatsby youth seeking makeup marked a new independence for women.
Lips do, To create a bee stung pout avoiding corners of mouth using fingers to apply 2 points of cupid’s bow on top lip and 1 on bottom lip in deep red, rose or orange.
Eyes do, Try making eyes look deep set with a dark or bright blue, green, or turquoise powder in the crease and finish with black or brown liner.
Eyes don’t, The very thin plucked eyebrows arching downward is not recommended because eventually the brows may not grow back.
Cheeks do, Try using a stain or cream blush in rose or raspberry on the apples of the cheeks blending with powder. To this day, Wonder Woman swears by this technique.
Complexion do, Embrace a pale look with ivory powder to contrast with the bright lips and eyes and to make dermatologists proud.
For men, A clean shave and slicked back hair embraces a rich man’s attention to detail.
White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner Drop Tuesday, Apr 30 2013
Athlete and Celebrity and male grooming celebrity, Dinner, Redskins, RGIII, Robert Griffin, whcd, white house 11:53 am
When the call that the “Celebrity Guest” client I was on hold to do grooming for their attendance at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner fell through, I never found out who was the secret VIP guest. After reading The Reliable Source 4/13/13 page, it is possible the select guest was Robert Griffin III. Too bad, but there will most likely be other opportunities to meet the Redskins star quarterback. In fact, a colleague at T.H.E Artist Agency did his grooming for GQ recently.
http://washingtonpost.com/reliablesource
GQ photo by Mark Seliger
Ellen Page Visits Georgetown Friday, Apr 19 2013
Celebrity and Makeup and makeup artist blog Ellen Page, Juno, movies, Oscar, The East, The Stillpoint Spa, TOMA 9:00 pm
Organic cosmetics came the request for Oscar nominated star, Ellen Page (You may know her from Juno and Inception). Having enjoyed working with Diablo Cody, the Oscar winning screenwriter from Juno, I was looking forward to meeting The East actress today in DC. Definately in touch with getting along in the world, Ellen was excited to share her newest movie despite wrapping on a film last night, flying to DC and getting little sleep as a result. When I found her to be pleasant and welcoming, my apprehension was relieved because the last time I was asked to do her makeup she didn’t want any. She laughed and reassured me that she didn’t have a publicist back then in 2008 for Juno.
Thankfully, Tori from The Stillpoint Spa answered my 911 call for organic makeup. We settled on Vaspour, RMS, and Julie Hewitt products. For skincare, I tried their brand new line called TOMA, which contains natural ingredients. I most liked the fact you can custom blend essential oils into the skincare line. The Geranium was as refreshing as the leaves from a fresh picked plant.
»»»For the trailer of The East movie go to:
IMDb
»»»For the makeup and skincare try:
http://thestillpointspa.com
New Research on Makeup Monday, Apr 8 2013
How-to and Makeup aging, Makeup, research, youthful look 11:13 am
“Why makeup matters?
Psychology reveals new sign of aging in perception research”
If you are a makeup artist with mature clients or are over 40, this article may surprise you. The researchers argue that it’s not the fine lines and wrinkles making a person look older. They found that the lack of contrast between your skin and your lip and brow color is the culprit.
Suze Makeup Studio
Celebrity Makeup Artist
Susan Heydt
*** The takeaway tip is to brighten up your lip and define your brow to appear younger looking***
To read the article, click on this link.
http://m.medicalxpress.com/news/2013-03-psychology-reveals-aging-perception.html#/news/2013-03-psychology-reveals-aging-perception.html&ui-state=dialog
Skyfall: Bond vs. Bond Wednesday, Mar 20 2013
Celebrity and male grooming James Bond, movies, Skyfall, Tom Ford, tux 9:09 pm
Working backwards, the photo above of Daniel Craig from the Invasion film was taken a week before it was announced that he would be the New James Bond. He asked where I recommended he should go during a break from his interviews. In DC, I said that a walk along the Mall was a must even if he didn’t have much time to visit some of the Smithsonian museums. Little did I know at the time that he would soon be so famous that a leisurely stroll in public would be the thing of the past for him.
The middle photo captures the behind the scenes of a photoshoot portraying a lookalike Bond for a recent client. I told the gentleman, who had never modeled prior to that point, not to be discouraged because he was taller and younger than Craig. He was a good sport even when the job required holding a never ending crunch for the reenactment of the famous Skyfall cover shot.
The top photo is clearly from Skyfall. You can almost make out the deep blue color of the tux by Tom Ford. Kinda makes you want to switch from black to blue doesn’t it?
Hilary Phelps: Sporting Denim and Great Ankles Monday, Mar 11 2013
Athlete and Celebrity and Makeup cankles, Hilary Phelps, Jeans, natural makeup, Shape, Smashbox, Washingtonian 10:26 am
Washingtonian shoot – Makeup by Susan Heydt for Smashbox Cosmetics http://www.washingtonian.com/packages/style/denim-the-perfect-fit/ Hilary Phelps, big sis of Michael, has a lifestyle blog, which covers 3 “F”s: food, fashion and fitness. http://www.hilaryphelps.com Recently, I worked with her for the second time on the jeans article for Washingtonian. Unfortunately, I missed her for a third time on a photoshoot with her mom and sister for a Heart Health awareness campaign when NY Fashion Week got the best of her. With her friendly and upbeat demeanor, she takes life in stride. When she is on set, it’s like having your best friend on the job. So, I am comfortable to posit the following question for women, that came to my mind because of Hilary’s commitment to fitness.
»»» Can great ankles be an important yet forgotten physical asset? See for yourself. I told Hilary she has great ankles from her attention to exercise through yoga, swimming, running and biking. Though she’s too young to worry, women rely on good ankles not becoming cankles. Check this Shape article on how to avoid the calf melding into the foot. http://m.shape.com/blogs/fit-list-jay-cardiello/cure-cankles
Quvenzhane from Beasts Visits the White House Sunday, Feb 24 2013
Celebrity and Makeup Beasts of the Southern Wild, Benh Zeitlin, Dwight Henry, michelle obama, movies, oscars, Quvenzhane Willis, what will they wear to Oscars, white house 11:19 am
A star is born
Washington, DC on February 13, 2013
Taking all the newfound fame in stride, Quvenzhane and her mom graciously pose for my request of a mother and daughter portrait. They were both truly delightful and thanked me for my help with their makeup and hair prep for the interview at Fox News. Then, the family was whisked off to the White House to visit the First Lady with Oscar nominated Director, Benh Zeitlin and Dwight Henry.
What will she wear to tonight’s Oscars?
Most likely something pink sparkly with her signature puppy purse by her side.
Here’s a link to what she wore recently.
Runway Models in St. Johns Bright Spring Wardrobe Saturday, Feb 23 2013
Hair and Makeup and Model fashion show, neiman marcus, st. johns, T.H.E. Artist Agency 3:20 pm
Jackie from T.H.E Artist Agency shows off her bright dress before going on for the St. Johns’ Fashion Show at Neiman Marcus.
Audrey and Yung await there turn.
Last minute adjustments made on the models.
Bright colors of fuschia, teal, and green dominated over the rest of the black clothing shown today. The makeup was natural with hair in a tight chignon with a side part.
It Girl(s): Allison Williams Wednesday, Jan 23 2013
Celebrity and Hair and Makeup Allison Williams, Carolina Herrera, Girls, HBO, Inaugural Ball, Perfekt, sephora, Washington D.C 10:17 am
« Inaugural Ball 2013 »
http://www.vogue.com/vogue-daily/article/katy-perrys-exclusive-inauguration-photo-diary/#1
When I arrived to help her with the finishing touches for her evening out, Allison Williams kindly remarked to me,
“You are obviously the go-to person in DC!”
Thank you, Allison, for your kind words. As we proceeded to get her ready for the Inaugural festivities, I had my notes, captured in the top photo from her glam team (Julie and Benoit…Thank you both!) and she had done her research too. Plus, she’d already had her blow out and makeup done that morning, as you can see in the photo above from Katy Perry’s personal photos displayed in Vogue.
My only regret was not snapping a few photos of how gorgeous she looked as she was ready to head out. Now I can’t find any photos of Allison Williams in her Carolina Herrera gown!
Anyone have a picture of Allison Williams in the deep blue strapless dress (similar to the one pictured below) she wore on 1/21/13?
I told Allison that Carolina Herrera, my favorite designer to work for and model for, will most likely make her the new ”It Girl” for her gowns. Move over Renee Zellweger, here comes Allison Williams on the red carpet.
Even if we don’t have a picture, there are
3 things you can take away about Allison Williams beyond the tabloid fodder, she is
…
1. smart, funny, kind and beautiful
2. the “It girl” right now
3. prepared to take on the future
My favorite product she’s using right now is a body lotion called Perfekt. Her makeup artist, Julie Harris, recommended the bronzing mousse to warm her skin. Perekt glides on smoothly and evenly without smearing on your clothes. Just so you know, you do need to rinse it off your hands thoroughly after application.
You can find Perfekt at
http://www.sephora.com
