The Bridal Trend: The Ethereal Effect of Embroidery

Embroidery— once known for being showcased on your grandmother’s curtains has been undergoing a classy makeover. Today, bridal gowns everywhere feature intricate and delicate lace embroidery. Revealing that hint of skin yet remaining tasteful, lace embroidery is a bridal trend that isn’t going anywhere.

The Gown:
This beautiful gown by BHLDN features a sheer paneled deep V-neckline trimmed with lace embroidery. It produces a cut-out illusion without revealing too much skin. However, it still remains characteristic of Old Hollywood bridal gowns with it’s textured lace fabric.

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Oscars Coverage

Oscars Coverage: The Glitz and the Glam


Gold. Glitz. Glamour. Hollywood’s stars may have gathered together to celebrate the magic of filmmaking at the Oscars, but the fashion coverage drew just as many viewers to see who wore what down the famous red carpet.

We’re quite knowledgeable in beauty and fashion for the walk down the aisle but the walk down the Oscars aisle was equally inspirational for us! Here are the top style and beauty picks of the night that gained our nods of approval.

Style Sirens:

Trend to Watch: Empire Waisted Gowns

Dedicated readers of our blog know, we are big fans of empire waists! The high waisted gown gives an elongated effect to the figure, lengthening the bottom torso! Legs look lengthened and the flattering effect it has on the body proportion is remarkable for anyone! Our top 2 celebrity style picks, Jennifer Lopez and Jamie Chung, looked remarkable in sparkly, empire waist gowns fit for royalty.

Jennifer Lopez in Elie Saab

Jenny is far from the block in this magical Elie Saab gown! This stunning gown was ever so appropriate for Jennifer Lopez: low cut and shimmery gold. The gown was a glittery concoction straight from a modern girl fairytale. A gorgeous flow of tulle adorned with that perfect amount of sparkle. For a second there, we were so entranced by her grand arrival we felt like our purpose has been met in watching the Oscars! She may have made headlines for her jaw-dropping gowns in the past, but she definitely didn’t disappoint this year!

Jamie Chung in Yanina Couture

Always fashion forward, the Big Hero 6 star was so on point with her stunning Yanina Couture gown! The sheer paneling of the dress was a tasteful mix of sexy elegance. But the bursts of navy shimmer was what drew us to this magical wonder. Jamie is someone who never disappoints on the red carpet and we will continue to look forward to her style selections to come!

Emma Stone in Elie Saab

Her film, Bird Man, was a definite hit with the awards panel, but Emma Stone was one of the most talked about red carpet arrivals this year! Dressed in a refreshing lime Elie Saab gown, she exuded elegance and class in a unique gown that perfectly complemented her skin tone and auburn red hair. The side slit in the gown was feminine and sexy, accentuating her long stems!

Beauty Bombshells:

Natalie Portman

The face of Dior cosmetics, Natalie Portman looked classic and chic with a look reminiscent of Audrey Hepburn. I mean, the similarities between the two are quite uncanny, aren’t they? We personally always admired her natural beauty and choice of makeup looks that complement her best features. She opted for a soft smoky eye with pink cheeks and lips for an ultra feminine look without looking overdone.

Margot Robbie

Blond, beautiful, and bodacious. Three words we would use to describe Hollywood’s rising star. Best known as the blond bombshell in Wolf of Wall Street, Margot Robbie is going to make heads turn once again in her next film, Focus, alongside Will Smith. Even when she’s not filming alongside some of Hollywood’s hottest leading men, she’s never ceases to be a showstopper. Margot had a perfect matte red lip to match her equally perfect porcelain complexion. We absolutely loved her balance of bold brows and red lips for that classic look. She kept the rest of her look simple by keeping the eyes clean with a simple eyeliner. This kept the look clean and brings the focus on her bold lips.

Emma Stone

Emma’s makeup artist did an impeccable job giving her a fresh and flawless look. Peachy cheeks were the perfect choice to complement her hair color. Her makeup was soft and very natural. Emma had a natural smoky eye that went well with the peach tones of her lips and cheeks. Most importantly, her flawless, fair skin made the perfect canvas for her natural look.

Best Hair:

Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer showed versatility in her quick change hairstyles throughout the night. We love a clean, slicked back ponytail on an everyday basis. J.Lo really pulled off a flirty pony on the red carpet. For the Oscars afterparty, she did a quick change leaving her hair down in natural, tousled waves. Her style from head to toe is never anything less than fabulous, making her a true style icon.

Emma Stone

We just can’t get enough of Emma Stone’s look this year. Her look from head to toe is definitely the talk of the town. I mean, can anyone else balance sweet, classic, and romantic in such an effortless way? The retro curled updo’ is just what this gown needs for an Old Hollywood touch. This romantic look is easily accomplished by pinning the hair to the back, letting the curled layers fall on one side.

Margot Robbie

The long bob or “lob” is one of the hottest cuts this season and Margot Robbie just made it even more desirable. Margot is one of the many celebrities we saw walking down the red carpet with a simple, chic bob. This trend has been inspiring long hair advocates to finally welcome those scissors for a fresh look.


xo,
Ting Makeup

 

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Photo 2: Jamie Chung  (http://www.stylebistro.com)

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Photo 5: Margot Robbie (http://www.gettyimages.com)

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Photo 7: Jennifer Lopez (www.gotceleb.com / www.gettyimages.com)

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The Vintage Valentine

Hearts, get ready to be at a stand still.

The late actress and humanitarian, Audrey Hepburn, inspired this look we created for our vintage-vibes Valentine. Audrey is a style icon whose style is truly everlasting and timeless. Though style trends have taken a turn since her time, her signature ladylike and demure looks continue to influence trends even today. Today, we can thank our “retro style queen of the 21st century”, Taylor Swift for this.

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A Valentine’s Engagement with Morning Lavender

In collaboration with one of our favorite online retailers, Morning Lavender, we shot and styled a look-book for them with real-life couple, Kim and Nicole! Morning Lavender is one of our personal go-to sites for chic attire at an affordable price. This is an excerpt of one couple from a look-book Morning Lavender created with four other couples.

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The Dark-Hearted Valentine Lover

For those who think Valentine’s Day isn’t for everyone, we’re here to say otherwise! This special day may be about love, but it’s also equally about you – loving yourself and being true to yourself. So in the spirit of that belief, the sweetheart looks and array of reds and pinks can take a breather for an night. Even the cool girls can rock a street chic look and still look fittingly on this occasion!

 

For that independent woman who has a strong heart of gold and answers to no one else, this outfit speaks for her personality. A pair of black James jeans topped with a standout leather jacket by ALC complete this street chic look. Throw on a pair of Louboutin pumps and we’re out the door!

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Office Space Valentines

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner – a time when varying shades of pinks and reds seem as basic as black and white. Although the special day is known as the day to celebrate love or even “singles awareness” why limit yourself to one day of dressing in the spirit of love?

Valentine’s doesn’t have to wait till after office hours. We wear our pink on our sleeves and aren’t afraid to show it.

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A Seaside Birthday Gathering

The cool, fresh oceanside breeze danced with the sheer, white curtains. All you can hear are the quiet tapping of forks returning to their plates after bringing satisfying smiles to diners around. In the midst of it all, you can hear the chatter of good friends united in celebration for a dear friend.

It was a birthday gathering for our very own founder of Ting Makeup and Hair, Ting, at The Penthouse at the Huntley Hotel. The Penthouse is one of her favorite brunch spots for some scrumptious dishes and fabulous cocktails amid a gorgeous view of the Santa Monica beach.

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The Birthday Style File

Once every year, every girl has to meet that big dilemma. What to wear for my birthday celebration this year? We think of what we have. Dream of what we wish we had. And then we start spending weeks in advance planning that perfect outfit.

Well, our founder, Ting, gives some insight into her ideal birthday frock this year. With a penchant for fancy dresses, you can find her constantly browsing online for new dresses suitable for her upcoming parties and events. However, we all can feel that pain of that pretty penny spent too often for one-of-a-kind pieces.

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The Pearl of the Reception

For many brides, their hunt for the perfect wedding dress is just one of the many hurdles on their journey to the big day. Taking the wedding guests’ breath away once while walking down the aisle just isn’t enough. When it comes to the wedding reception, looking breathtaking twice sounds just about right.

The Gown:

Pearlescent in soft variations of off-white cream and purplish grays, the Lucca Maxi gown by Watters is simply magical. The highlight of this dreamy gown is the intricately sequin embroidered bodice with sheer paneling along the front and back.  The paneling above the dipped back keeps the look classic and tasteful, showcasing the ongoing lace embroidery of the bodice.

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The Workshop: Holiday Glamour

Nearing the end of the past year, we held a special workshop covering all things “holiday”! Our team here at Ting Makeup collaborated with our friends at clothing brand, Morning Lavender, to offer our attendees a new take on their holiday styling! Morning Lavender is a wonderful shopping destination for all things sweet and romantic. Filled with delicate lace pieces and pastel numbers, shoppers would be delighted to browse through the unique selection featured on their site!

Here is an amazing video created by Chris Ace Films to showcase our Holiday Glam Workshop

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