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| Greetings from London...at the Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel. |
If you've been following me on Instagram, then you may have ascertained that I am currently in London! After a lovely weekend spent in Mayfair (reflected below), I met up with the Burberry Beauty team and can't wait to embark on a special, behind-the-scenes experience while soaking up the ambience of London Fashion Week...much more to come!
In the meanwhile, I wanted to share a simple beauty and style look that took but minutes to create while holding up over the course of a sunny, 12- hour day.
Kindly scroll on for more details, swatches and, of course, images of the products in action as well as the Bottom Line...
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| The full face. |
Reflecting only thirteen products for a full face, the makeup employed is tried, tested and true with a couple new gems thrown in for good measure. Although I was able to shoot the final look in the sunlight that I covet, the products themselves fell victim to a rainy morning...hopefully you get the picture!
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| Base + Face. |
// BASE + FACE //
- *Becca Ultimate Coverage Foundation in Olive(reviewed HERE): This foundation offers buildable full coverage with an extremely natural finish that lasts all day...I am continually pleased with the formula.
- *Sisley-Paris Concealer #3 (reviewed HERE): A dab under the eyes soothes the look of exhaustion while brighting up everything in a crease-free manner.
- *By Terry Sun Designer Palette (reviewed HERE): A full face (contour, bronze, blush, highlight) in one palette...although #2 (pictured) is sold out, #4 Savannah Love is a similar option with equally stellar performance and versatility.
- *Juice Beauty Illuminator: Coming soon, this liquid highlighter with incredible ingredients gives skin a bouncy, dewy finish.
- Tom Ford Illuminator in Reflects Gilt (reviewed HERE): This ultra-flattering duo has received so much wear that I am mow on my second palette. Get this...you won't regret it.
- *SK-II Mid-Day Essence (reviewed HERE): One spritz sets my look and is also an excellently refreshing companion for travel.
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| Swatches in window light. |
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| Eyes. |
// EYES //
- Dior Fusion Mono Eyeshadow in Meteore(reviewed HERE): I swept this golden taupe shadow all over my lids to even out the tone and add a wash of glimmery neutral color; this particular shade is always in my makeup bag.
- *Marc Jacobs EyeConic Palette in Scandalust (reviewed HERE): This particular palette has been on heavy rotation for the past month and every time I wear it, someone invariably asks me what's on my eyes...warm neutral lovers need this in their lives. Shades used for the final look are swatched below.
- *Givenchy Base Mascara Perfecto (reviewed HERE): I am loving this pink-tinged base (which dries clear) to add initial volume and length to my lashes...it truly contributes to a more dramatic result.
- *IT Cosmetics Superhero Mascara (reviewed HERE): I am on tube #5 of this volumizing, lengthening wonder...every bit as good as its moniker suggests.
- *By Terry Eyebrow Mascara #4 (reviewed HERE): Two coats adds dimension, polish and hold to my ash brown brows...a trusted formula for years.
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| Swatches in window light. |
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| Lips. |
// LIPS //
- *Tom Ford Rinko Lipstick (reviewed HERE): A delightful peachy pink with tender luminosity, this shade ranks amongst my favorite of the new hue launches.
- *Clé de Peau Beauté Radiant Liquid Rouge #11 (reviewed HERE): I topped the creamy Rinko with a coat of the ever-magnificent #11 (on tube #3), which offers a peachy nude wash of shiny color that plays well with pink lip color and stays in place for hours.
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| Swatches in window lighting. |
The following images reflect all products in action in afternoon sunlight...
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| Style Notes. |
// STYLE NOTES //
- Black Off-The-Shoulder Top: A constant go-to, this minimalist top can be dressed up or down, making it a wardrobe MVP.
- Frame Denim High-Waist Jeans: A flattering cut with an easy wear, they're friends with tennis shoes, booties and heels alike.
- Eileen Fisher Bailey d'Orsay Pumps: I bought these at the Nordstrom sale and am still in love with their extremely comfortable craftsmanship and modern silhouette. By the way, I walked at least 4 miles in London with these on...so good.
- Vintage Cartier Silk Scarf: As a belt, it's unique and utilitarian.
- Camel Coat: Mine is Burberry (purchased on sale last season) but some similar options can be found HERE. The color and cut are timeless and I reach for this gem time and again.
- Seth Wegter Bags Leather Backpack: The newest creation by my brother, this backpack is smaller than a traditional pack yet it holds an impressive amount of supplies...close up soon!
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| Last look. |
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Bottom Line: I hope you enjoyed this simple, sunlit, page from my on-location style and beauty diary: as aforementioned, I will continue to document my experience in London this week so keep an eye out--both here and on Instagram--for more beauty features, shopping hauls and UK adventures!
What are YOU up to this week? Do tell.
Thanks for reading...xx,
--The Beauty Professor
**PR samples provided for review denoted by an asterisk (the rest purchased by me), however, as always, all of my opinions are expressly and unequivocally my own. © 2012-17 Beautyprofessor® All Rights Reserved. Do not copy, reprint or republish content and/or photos without author's written permission.