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How to achieve Taylor's Daytime Look:

1. Prep skin with BareMinerals Buxom Divine Goddess Luminizer, concentrating the product under the eye area and onto the cheeks... use whats left around the lips and on the tops of the brows with your fingers.
2. Correct any darkness under the eyes with Giorgio Armani's Master Corrector and conceal with Estee Lauder's Double Wear Concealer.
3.  Perfect the skin using Christian Dior's Airflash. Learn how to apply it here.
4. Set any oily areas (mainly the T-Zone and under the chin) with a loose translucent powder.
5. Pink Blush always offers a youthful look, I used BareMinerals Ready Blush in The Tease to create structure and add some life to the complexion.
6. Eyebrows were a main focus for this styled video. I lined the brow with Dior's Universal Brow Styler and than set  the brow with Bobbi Brown's Brow kit for a softer, yet fuller look.
7. The eyes were clean and fresh, using only neutral tones from Dior's 5 Couleurs Pallette, Incognito.
8. Always match your blush's undertone with your lip color's undertone: Taylor is wearing Pink Plaid by MAC.

How to achieve Taylor's Luxury Event/Evening Look:

1. Take the first look from day to night by adding just a few extra steps!!!
2. Add drama to the eyes, and channel the 1960's with a winged liner... learn step by step here! Also, add a beige/taupe blending color in the crease. This will add a nice soft shadow to compliment the liner.
3. Apply False Lashes for extra oomph!
4. Tone down the pink blush with a little bit of foundation...and use a soft matte bronzer for a contoured look. Highlight the top of the cheekbones for a subtle glow using BareMinerals Flawless Radiance.
5. Blot your lips, and go for a nude! I created my own color mixing together a couple of glosses to achieve this peachy-nude. The main gloss was Feathered (LipTar) by Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics to make it a creamier texture.

Videography: VIDDYON 
Makeup: Priscilla Francine 
Photography: Delbarr Moradi 
Dresses & Earrings: Rent The Runway 

XOXO
Priscilla Francine

Behind the Scenes

For me, 2013 is all about becoming a better Priscilla. I like to stay busy, and sometimes the hustle and bustle takes over while I am frantically trying to keep up. I got fed up with the hustle and bustle last year, it was silly to live life without really living my life. I have made very drastic changes in my routine because I am serious about seeing improvement... I'm working out every morning, juicing and eating clean, diving into my devotionals, focusing on loving my husband, and making an effort to be there for my friends (and vacation more often). I am truly happy with every change I have made.

Now it's time to push myself further in my career, I will not let anything hold me back to achieve my dreams. So, today marks a new chapter in my life...I am starting esthetician school in a few hours! I have wanted to go for a while now, but for some reason I have never had the time to attend. Today, I am making the time for me.

I fell in love with my career as a Makeup Artist within moments of being hired as a beauty ambassador at Benefit 8 years ago...Painting faces AND helping woman feel confidant and beautiful was my calling. Gradually over the years I have become a huge advocate for skincare. It is the foundation of makeup (no pun intended), with a good skincare routine makeup becomes fun verses a necessity. I love a heavy, smoldering eye...I recommend stepping outside of the box and trying that bold new lip color...but when it comes to skin, I want my clients to shine through. I want them to feel fresh and dewy-not heavy and uncomfortable. I am SO excited to take the next step to help my friends and clients with their skincare concerns.

In the midst of all the craziness with my new schedule, I will be pushing myself creatively too. Stay tuned for ALOT of images within the next months. I have been working with some new photographers, and am so blessed they have entered my life. Each photo-shoot that I have completed, and each that are lined up are quite exciting!! Wow!

Since you know a little more about my life "behind the scenes" I thought it would be appropriate to share a few behind the scene images from my last shoot with 1985 Luke Photography, Danielle Derksen Hair Design, Haute Bride, Sweet Tooth Confections, Got Light?, Lani Elizabeth Fine Design in Flowers, and Milk Glass Vintage Rentals.

Happy Tuesday my loves!

XOXO

Priscilla Francine 

The Lab Event 2013

Tomorrow is the big day! It's a wedding vendors dream-a bridal fair. Not the type of bridal fair with plastic table cloths and outdated inspiration...this is not the type of event where your fiance stands in the corner pleading to leave. Tomorrow is The Lab Event at the Cline Cellars in Sonoma-a bridal fair even married couples should attend just because it's so fun.

This year I will be doing makeup and hair for the runway show...I will post some pictures throughout the event so those who cannot attend feel like they are part of the exciting action. Make sure to follow me on instagram @ priscillafrancinemakeup to see what makeup looks are trending for the modern bride.

Beauty Trends I would like to see for 2013 Brides:

1. Bold Lips!!!  Red, pink, orange...anything somewhat neon. With so many long lasting products on the market now, there is no need to worry about your color transferring to your main man's lips when you are saying your "I dos"

2. Let's overload on the bling!! Statement necklaces galore!

3. The top knot is here to stay, embrace whimsical, messy hair for your wedding day.

4. Bring some color to your special day and try a light blue or even a emerald green nail color.

5. Clean, dewy skin is always my favorite.

6. Bold lashes and intense defined eyeliner.

If you are coming to The Lab Event don't be shy to say "Hello" !!! I'd love to meet new friends!

XOXO
Priscilla

Booking Brides {Summer 2013}

While it is only January 9th...2013 seems to be already booked up! My phone calender has too many little dots notifying me of events to come this year.

Looking back, I had an amazing 2012. I was blessed to meet some amazing women, and getting to work with them on their special day was such an honor! Honestly, every single girl I met was stunning-personality wise as well as just straight up good looking. It was so cool to connect with strangers, and once we met, there was a comfortably-like we have been friends for years. Hearing about their proposals, listening to their dreamy honeymoon plans... I love every moment I get with my brides!

Location: Rose Hotel in Pleasanton // Hair by Kellie Gish Renzulli // Photography by Ashley Maxwell

Location: Grace Vineyards in Elk Grove // Photography by Ashley Maxwell

Location: Hecker Pass Winery in Gilroy // Hair by Danielle Derksen // Photography by Ashley Maxwell

Location: Mark Hopkins Hotel in San Francisco // Photography by Ashley Maxwell

Now, on to business! I am officially booking for the summer of 2013-it is never to early to start booking your wedding vendors. The earlier the better, because time sure does fly. If you or a friend are getting married, contact me via email at priscillafrancine.makeup@gmail.com

My commitment to you is picture perfect skin, kissable lips, and eyes your future Hubby will never forget! (...and we will have a great time together too!) Never feel like you are bothering me...this is my job-it's what I love to do. Even though it breaks my heart, if I am unavailable I will help you find another makeup artist that you will love!!

When contacting me, please provide the date and location of your special event. View more details and prices here. I AM SO EXCITED TO MEET YOU! 

Congratulations on your special day,

 XOXO
Priscilla Francine

Comfy and Glamorous!

Offer me a day of relaxation at anytime in the week...and I am all there! I'm not sure if it was ingrained in me as a child, but either way my father taught me to love tropical trees and my mother taught me a maxi dress is a staple in your closet. I have come to the conclusion I am definitely my parents daughter. Although I am a fan of glitz and glamour, I will always choose choose to be comfy. So the question is...How do you make comfort, glamorous?

Cotton Spandex Jersey Tube Dress in Imperial Purple {American Apparel} Take for example, eyelashes. Some styles look heavy, and they feel heavy. It's one of the worst feelings to wear a heavy, plastic band that is forcing you to squint the entire night. The lighter the lash band the better to be comfortable. There are 3 options that are easy to apply and easy to wear...  1. Individual lashes are great for someone who has never attempted to wear false lashes, may have sensitive eyes, or chooses to wear little makeup during "regular" life. You can add drama to the ends by applying them in a close bunch and slowing spread them out as you get closer to the inside of the eye.  2. The Half-lash is recommended for those who desire to wear a fuller lash but may not have the desire to go all the way with a full band. This will pick up the ends of the eye and give ya a mini face lift. They are super easy to place on your eyes too!  3. Want a full lash for more drama?! I am wearing the Audrey's by FAUX in this post. Their is a trick to blending your fake lashes with your real lashes...first curl your lashes and add 1-2 coats of your favorite mascara. Next, curl your false lash at the base before apply a small amount of glue to the band. I like to use an eyelash applicator (mine is from Shu Uemura). Always ensure the band is placed directly on your natural lash line for maximum comfort. Lastly, you can curl your lashes once more and than fluff them with your fingers.

Buxom Full-Bodied Lip Gloss In Yoo Hoo

Lip products come in all sorts of textures and flavors. Some like their gloss sticky and some can't stand it! I prefer a more hydrating gloss, one that will eventually absorb without leaving a film on the inside of my mouth. Here are a few lines I like: For a regular lip gloss try Dior Addict Ultra Shine Gloss collection, they are super shiny and still long wearing. I appreciate lip products that do more than just add color, and if you would like a lip plumper with out the tingle, try Bare Minerals Buxom Full-Bodied Lip Gloss.

Curled ends of hair with a 2" Iron {Hot Tools}

As for a foundation, it depends on your preference in formula and texture. Do you like cream? Liquid? Powder? or Minerals? For a comfortable creamy consistency, try the Benefit Play Stick (oily to normal skin type) or the Bobbi Brown Foundation Stick (normal to dry skin-type). There are SO many liquids I can tell you about, but lets start off slowly.... The Estee Lauder BB cream offers wonderful coverage with a light weight feeling (and it will do alot more for your skin in the long run), or try Vitalumiere Aqua Utra Light Skin Perfecting Makeup. MAC is sufficient for a foundation powder, with plenty of color options to choose from! Minerals are a girls second best friend...and if you like them in a loose formula I will always recommend Bare Escentuals. Yep, it's not a powder. It's creamy once you buff it into the skin (the coverage all depends on the brush.)

Once you start playing around with new products you will find makeup can be comfortable, and simplicity is always best! Enhance your natural beauty ladies-don't cover it up!

XOXO
Priscilla Francine 

Adrianna // ModCloth // San Francisco

Meet Adrianna. This little lady was super sweet, her mood was bubbly and intoxicating. While I curled her hair in the ModCloth studio she told me stories of her summer...and divulged her dreams for the future. I was inspired by her happy-go-lucky spirit...she had the best smile!! Her makeup for the stylebook was simple and chic: Grey smokey eyes, plum blush, and a berry lip color.

Try Christian Dior's '3 Couleurs' in Smokey Black 091 to get Adrianna's eyes!

My go to blush for any occasion.... Sin by Nars!

A long day requires a long-lasting lip color. Adrianna is wearing Keep It Red by Maybelline.

Stop by the ModCloth website for a little Fall Fashion shopping!

xoxo
Priscilla Francine