Good News!

Hi Beauties!

Wow! I haven't typed that in a looong time!

How are you all doing? I have truly missed making updates on my blog and on youtube!

But without further a do, I'd like to say that I am finally back! Yayyy!

 I've actually been computer-less for over 1 month (mine broke down) and just this past weekend, I received a brand new Macbook Pro courtesy of my BF! How awesome?! This computer is amazing!

What's new with me?

Well, as you all know I took on a new job and that has consumed so much of time. I literally work endless hours but I know it's all going to pay off in the end. :-)

Also, my company moved and the new location is a bit further from home so my commute is longer, which leaves even less time and energy for makeup.

One nice thing that happened last month, I was able to be the makeup artist for someone's wedding. She looked great and I will hopefully share photos once she has them. That was a lot of fun and I find I really work well under the pressure of the wedding day. :-)

I recently joined the gym with my boyfriend and we've been trying to be good about going weekly. I feel that my energy levels have definitely increased since we joined and my body is toning up already.  Truthfully, I am a bit lazy when it comes to working out but my boyfriend is great at getting me going. I really love the workout gear from Nike and I feel that it really helps my mood when working out. (yes, I still need to look cute at the Gym! no makeup though!) lol

What's next?

I plan on being more active on my blog and youtube! I received so many new subscribers, thanks to the beautiful IslandBeauty on youtube, that I really want to get back into it again. I've received so many nice messages daily from so many of you (thank you!!!!), and I feel I owe it to you for sticking with me.

So, what's new with you? Any new makeup finds? 

XOXO,

Awilda

lily donaldson in Vogue October 2009

Every time I flick through my old Vogue magazines I see this shoot in the Vogue Australia October 2009 issue and It would have to be one of my favourites. It’s just so timeless and classic.

Victoria's Secret highlights

Backstage

Khaki Green For The Eyes?

I'm not normally one for khaki greens on the eyes and generally favour turqouise shades but after a bit of experimentation, I'm definitely coming around to it! 

I wore Rouge Bunny Rouge Long Lasting e/s in Periwinkle Cardinal all over the lid with Estee Lauder Pure Color Eyeshadow in Safari Green Shimmer acting as a contour shade.  To create the flicked look, I used Pop Cat Eyes liner in Black Olive.  The Pop liner is an angled crayon liner that you screw up to use so no need for constant sharpening.  The angled tip actually makes it easier to create the flicked look.  You can tilt the liner tip sideways to achieve a thinner line and use the flat end of the liner for a thicker line.  The liner has good pigmentation, not the BEST I ever come across, but it's still good for the £10.00 price tag.  It comes in three different colours, Black Onyx - black, Black Dahlia - dark purple and this khaki shade.  I think they should develop some more shades including brown, bronze, navy blue and perhaps even a dark grey.  All in all, I found this liner really easy and practical to use and I really like the colour.

The Estee Lauder Pure Color e/s in Safari Green Shimmer used to add depth to the look above really impressed me because I half expected the colour to be way too intense for me.  However, because of the iridescent and fine shimmer, it actually created a really soft contour to my eye that wasn't at all overpowering.  I guess it's a safer way to wear green if you aren't used to it and it looks really apt for these autumn/winter months.

I like the texture of this eyeshadow because it goes on smooth, it's easy to blend and the shimmer is finely milled so there's no chance of fallout or chunky glitter making an appearance.  I found that by using my Mac 217, it was easy to lightly blend it into my socket line and get rid of any harsh edges.

So I think I am now a convert to this lesser used shade of green!

What about you guys? Are there any shades you're scared to wear on your eyes? Do you have any recommendations for great green eyeshadows?