Wedding makeup trial: take two

6 years ago

last modified: 6 years ago

With much trepidation I went back to Lord and Taylor's for a second wedding make up trial. This time I made an appointment with the Chanel representative. The woman there has been doing it for 13 years and seems like a pro. I told her I wanted a day time look.. At one point she did put eyeliner on and then showed me in the mirror. I was not a fan so she took it off but warned me the make up might look less perfect today because she removed just part of it (meaning eye foundation when she took off the liner.)

Here is the picture; but first one caveat, when I got home, in natural light, I thought the foundation was too heavy. It looked a bit TV anchor woman-ish. I have asked her to do the same look but with the lighter touch. ( and yes, I know my flaws will show. I can live with that. ) She also wanted the darker lipstick as it is a fall wedding.

So… What do you think? She is available to do my make up on my wedding day at my venue.

I would love to hear your opinions, but if you hate the look, let me know in a gentle way. (i've only got about six weeks left and can't afford to comfort myself with ice cream. :-) )

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jojoco
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6 years ago

Of course I noticed the Botox comment. I know it wasn't meant to be hurtful, but yes, it did sting a bit. (Probably just like Botox), I have no intention of ever using Botox-- it's just not for me. Im not trying to look 10 years younger. I'm 53 and happy with my appearance for the most part. I just want to enhance my look a bit on my wedding day. (Evidently going bare faced isn't a realistic option).

You guys are wonderful. I've booked the makeup person based on your feedback. I also asked the name of the lipstick. It's Suzanne. Oh, I'm helpless with applying makeup ( other than blister) so hiring someone is the logical thing for me. Plus it's not a skill I will use much (And sheesh, Chanel products are pricey!!)

hair trial is in 2 weeks. Stay tuned!

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Rita / Bring Back Sophie 4 Real
6 years ago
You certainly look more comfortable. I think you look fantastic. It looks like the regular pictures of you we've seen, but with a little more color for the sake of the photographs.
maddielee
6 years ago
I think you (with this makeup) look great!

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lizzie_grow
6 years ago
Perfecto!!
Olychick
6 years ago
I think you look lovely! Much prefer to your first post/trial pics.
3katz4me
6 years ago
Looks nice! I'm all for something that looks natural. My beautiful niece was so heavily made up for her wedding that it was an unpleasant distraction in my opinion.
Yayagal
6 years ago
She did a great job, you look stunning.
MtnRdRedux
6 years ago
I particularly like the lipstick. Nice job! You will be such a pretty bride!

Yes, it is true, eyeliner and heavier makeup can result in more "glamorous" photographs. But that always drives me a little crazy. What is more important, the actual day, or the documentation of it? I think we sometimes get it backwards ..... like the brides who spend more time posing at their wedding than ...being at their wedding.

It's like people on vacation who are never in the moment, they are incessantly photographing the moment. To what end, one sometimes wonders.
llitm
6 years ago
From what you've said you wanted, I think you hit the mark. Really lovely! If me, I'd consider just a tad more eyebrow thinning from the arch outward.
just_terrilynn
6 years ago
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I think you look really nice! The lip color is perfect for a non- made up over done look. However, you could also get away with a similar color but a tiny tic of coral, sort of a rosy/coral. That would be a bit brighter though.
Nothing Left to Say
6 years ago
You look beautiful and the make-up looks just like what you want to me.
wwbungalow
6 years ago
Perfect! You look natural and very pretty.
Bonnie
6 years ago
I would not change one thing! I would book her for your wedding day. The colors she used are subtle, yet enhance your natural beauty!!! What a wonderful find!
LynnNM
6 years ago
You are going to be a beautiful bride! I love how natural your makeup looks, Jojo.
arkansas girl
6 years ago
PERFECT!!!! Do you happen to know the lipstick she used? I love that color and would like that for myself I do believe! It is amazing how much different the makeup looks this time but doesn't really seem like it's all that different but yet, it is...HAHA!
Annie Deighnaugh
6 years ago
Love it! You look natural yet the best ever. So much better than the first look! You'll be a smashing bride!
cyn427 (z. 7, N. VA)
6 years ago
Perfect. Wouldn't change a thing!
blfenton
6 years ago
Perfect, oh yea! and I like the lipstick, I think it will work well with your dress.
cawaps
6 years ago
I think it looks really good. More importantly, it seems to align with the look you've said you're looking for (for someone who doesn't wear makeup, I've been following these threads surprisingly closely).
Sueb20
6 years ago
Beautiful!

I have similar coloring, and I too would like to know what lipstick that is!
gsciencechick
6 years ago
Really like that foundation, eyes, and cheeks. I would go with a more neutral pink, but this one will also work.
Oakley
6 years ago
Perfect, IMO. But I have to ask, why would you pay someone to do your face when it's so simple to do this particular look yourself, with the right products?

I ask because that's exactly how I wear my makeup, eye shadow and all. What I would recommend is getting long-lasting makeup so you won't have to do many touch up's. Especially the eye shadow.

I rarely wear eyeliner, but the plus side to wearing it is in photographs when you're at a distance. Like a group picture.

You're making me excited for the big day!
Fun2BHere
6 years ago
I like this look so much better than the heavy smoky eye look of the first trial and the brighter lipstick is nice. I still like the cheeks and lips from the first trial though.
just_terrilynn
6 years ago
I didn't see a first trial? Or did I ?
robo (z6a)
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
looking good! I think the lip colour looks really pretty. Speaking as a non-make up wearer if I had a few bucks I would definitely book the lady. It's probably just as cheap as buying all those products anyway and that way it's one less new skill that you have to practice on the day of.

This may be 20 years out of date advice, but one way I like to wear eyeliner is to use a light/medium brown, do 2/3 of the upper lid and 1/3 of the lower lip and smudge it pretty good into the eyelash line. Black/dark brown eyeliner takes me into raccoon territory fast.
Funkyart
6 years ago
Love it.. I would definitely have her come to your venue! I understand wanting a slightly lighter touch on the foundation. Do you know which she used on you? It may just be that you want to switch to a different formula. I especially like what she did with your eyes. They look pretty but not overdone.

I so rarely touch up my chanel makeup with the exception of the lips-- it really seems to last through the day for me. (that said, i am not a fusser. I would be very unlikely to touch up my makeup unless i was going out after working all day)
User
6 years ago
Perfect! You look natural with a special glow. Love the lipstick color too.

Btw, the guy in the Armani ad behind you could be your brother. ;)
joaniepoanie
6 years ago
Looks natural with just enough color on your cheeks and lips.
hcbm
6 years ago
You look beautiful.
maddie260
6 years ago
You look beautiful!
maire_cate
6 years ago
I think it's just what you were hoping for - you look natural and refreshed.

You mentioned that you thought the foundation might be too heavy - were you referring to the shade she used or was it applied too thick? From the photo you posted it looks perfect. Did you check to see how it looked with your wedding gown on? The lipstick is just right for you too. And this is coming from someone who never wears lipstick and whose idea of make-up is tinted moisturizer.

I can't believe that it's only 6 weeks away!
OutsidePlaying
6 years ago
I like it, but I liked most of the other makeup too. I'm all about a natural look and this brightens your skin and eyes without seeming heavy or dark. Love the lipstick too. Either lipstick was good for you. The other one seemed similar but more sheer iirc. This one would likely be more long-lasting for your wedding day.
cmm1964
6 years ago
I think you look great but why am I the only one not thrilled with the Botox comment?
westsider40
6 years ago
It's perfect. As dsg2015 said above, I would thin the eyebrows a bit more.
nini804
6 years ago
You are so pretty!! I think your makeup looks very fresh and light. You will be a gorgeous bride for sure!
Sueb20
6 years ago
Cmm, I agree. I was thinking if we all ignored it, maybe Jojo wouldn't notice that particular comment.
texanjana
6 years ago
Your makeup looks natural and you are beautiful. You are going to be a stunning bride!
MtnRdRedux
6 years ago
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Ok, I will bite. IMHO, when someone asks about makeup, you do not reply by suggesting surgery. So to me it is was off base of Rory, but I also do not "know" Rory here and most of us do know each other on this thread. Moreover, it is a very personal thing, but I am not sure why it is not okay to look, say, over 25. Lastly, Jojo looks great, period. So the comment made no sense at all to me.
lizbeth-gardener
6 years ago
Perfection! She did a great job and it looks very natural. I would book her immediately for the big day; just one less thing for you to worry about. I do love the lipstick and hope you will share the color. You will be a beautiful bride!
rubyclaire
6 years ago
I love this look and it seems to reflect in your photo that you feel comfortable and pleased with it. Happy is always a good look - you will be a beautiful bride! If it were me, I would book this make-up artist for the big day and relax that I was in good hands.
Bestyears
6 years ago
"Elegant" and "beautiful" are the words that first come to mind when I look at your photo. btw, I love that lipstick too -do you mind sharing the color?
l pinkmountain
6 years ago
I have similar coloring to you. One thing to keep in mind is that you wash out in photos. That's why the foundation may seem a little strong to you but looks good on camera. Of course you have to balance your two needs, looking natural in person and good on camera. Great job so far with everything!! I am following this with great interest as I will be planning my own wedding probably next year.
robo (z6a)
6 years ago
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If bare face feels best I say go for it!

I had no idea what age you were but 53 has me completely shocked. Whatever you're eating I need some of it. Maybe a lot of it. My mom, a makeup wearer, is convinced that slathering makeup on your skin every day is bad for it. She may have a point when one sees your glow.
always1stepbehind
6 years ago
Now this is more like it. Not one thing to complain about :-)
shopping101
6 years ago
I think you look beautiful!!!
dedtired
6 years ago
Love, love this look. Lipstick is perfect. I might add more mascara and a slight bit of eyeliner on the wedding day. There is a "tubing" mascara that is the bomb. I get it at Blue Mercury.

And for pete's sake, no botox! You don't want a Nicole Kidman forehead!
neetsiepie
6 years ago
I love the lipstick and just a hint of color on your cheeks. I agree-book her just for the day, no sense spending money on products you won't use again! How will you be wearing your hair? That will also play in to your look.

I think you got it right this time!
lovemrmewey
6 years ago
What? You're 53? You look amazing and I certainly never would have guessed that!
LynnNM
6 years ago
Jojo, you're fresh faced beautiful. If I hadn't already known that you're the mother of an young adult daughter, I'd have guessed your age at 33 y/o.
blfenton
6 years ago
I know, right? I too was shocked.

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