Thursday, September 3, 2009

The Jackie O Glow

Jackie O’s iconic minimalist doe-eyed look of the 1960s works for today too.

Start by evening out your skin-tone. Jackie reportedly has a ruddy complexion and used Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Foundation to create her perfect skin. For long wear and a beautiful finish, set with translucent loose powder.

Prep the eyelids with a little bit of concealer or eyeshadow primer. Pat and layer on a matte eye shadow similar to your skin tone all over the lids. Contour you eyes by sweeping a matte neutral shadow that is 2 or 3 shades darker than your natural skin tone into the crease.

Line the eyes with a precise line. Use black pencil or, if you are practiced, use black liquid liner to create an even more precise line. TIP: shu uemura’s Liquid Eyeliner Pen is notoriously wonderful.

Keep your brows full, but keep them groomed. Anastasia Brow Gel offers great hold with a natural look.

For cheeks, choose a rosey shade of blush just to the apples of your cheeks to create a radiant glow from within. According to “An Inspired Guide To Distinctive Living, What Would Jackie Do?” Jackie used Erno Laszlo pink cream blush.

For the lips, pick a nude, pink shade. Adrien Arpel Perfect Pink Lipstick was Jackie’s favorite. For a similar look, try Elizabeth Arden’s Color Intrigue Effects Lipstick in Pink Honey Pearl.

1 comment:

keeblerc said...

Love it!!! Love the tips provided and brand names of products to use. This is wonderful, Mairead! And isn't that book "What Would Jackie Do" great? I would say it's a must read for Jackie fans!