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Junebug Weddings Feature-Boldly Romantic Icelandic Elopement

If you asked us what wedding was one of the most memorable for us in 2015 it would have to be Schimine and Stephen’s elopement in Iceland. We wrote about it here with some behind the scenes photos and Nicole Ashley posted about it and now we are so thrilled that the highly acclaimed wedding blog Junebug Weddings feature their wedding as a Boldly Romantic Icelandic Elopement in the Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon. Click on the link to see the full feature and thank you again to Schimine and Stephen for taking us on an adventure of a lifetime.

Simple Holiday Makeup

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I wanted to post this simple holiday makeup look that I did on myself that I thought could give everyone some ideas on makeup to wear to a holiday party. I wore this look on the day that Kristina from Inspired by Lynne and Diana from 204 Park rented the Project Lofts to shoot some holiday looks. I joined in along with Aislin of Mr and Mrs L and Breanne who was shooting the content to help out where I could. Kristina snapped some product shots for me and I couldn’t resist having her take a shot of the look that I was wearing too. To me Christmas or Holiday makeup screams for a red lip and this one is compliments of Tom Ford Cherry Lush. To go with the red lip I kept my eyes soft with shades of champagne, bronze and gold using the Charlotte Tilbury cream shadow in Jean as a base all over and her eye shadow palette The Dolce Vita. To frame my eyes I used my new favorite angled brow pencil from Hourglass which I also mentioned here. To add some extra shimmer to my cheekbones and inner corner of my eyes I used the Kevyn Aucoin roll on shadow in Candlelight. To contour and bronze my face I used the Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Glow as it doesn’t look orange on my fair skin. The star product of this look has to be the Hourglass Ambient Lighting Edit palette. I used the 2 lightest shades to set my under eye concealer and then the two blush colors mixed together to pull my whole look together. I hope this post gives you some ideas to try out for your holiday parties coming up or for maybe New Years!

Boho Low Updo Tutorial

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We thought this tutorial would be perfect for the Holiday season. The list of products used is in the information bar below the video on Youtube. Let us know what tutorials you would like to see next!

Brand Spotlight: Hourglass

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We wanted to start a new “series” of sorts by featuring different brands that we love and the products within those brands that we use the most. As we are nearing the holiday season these posts could also give you some good gift ideas! It is no secret that I am a product junkie. I love trying new makeup products and read a lot of reviews and blog posts on new products so I thought I could share my 2 cents and experience with the products featured here today. When I think of the brand Hourglass I think of soft glowing skin and products that seem to last all day. Their catch-line for their brand is “Luxury Performance Makeup” and I couldn’t agree with that statement more. The first Hourglass product that I tried was the Veil Mineral Primer and after it made my foundations last longer on my oily skin I decided to try more of their product line. Here are the star products that I am loving right now: Ambient Light Edit (limited edition) – This a bit more on the pricier side but as it has a powder for every part of your face I think it is worth the investment. This palette is perfect for someone wanting to try out their powders without having to buy each one individually. I also love how compact it is for travelling. Veil Mineral Primer – According to Sephora’s site it is a water-resistant primer that neutralizes the skin, minimizes shine, and creates a smooth, uniform canvas for flawless makeup application. I have gone through 4 bottles of this liquid gold. Need I say more. Ambient Bronzer – This bronzer gives you the perfect sun kissed glow. It is definitely on the warmer side so I wouldn’t use this to contour the skin. Ambient Lighting Powder in Luminous Light – I use this powder to give the most natural and soft highlight to my cheekbones. Arch Brow Sculpting Pencil – This brow pencil combines powder and wax with an angled shape to softly define your brows. It also has a handy brush on the other end to brush out your brows. **big thanks to Kristina from Inspired by Lynne for shooting this holiday makeup layout for us!!

Blush Magazine Feature: Kelsa + Shane’s Modern Ukrainian Wedding

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We were thrilled find out that we got a Blush Magazine feature for Kelsa and Shane’s winter wedding along with so many amazing vendors in Edmonton. You can find the feature in their Fall Winter 2015 issue in Chapters as well as online. Moments in Digital Photography, Atmosphere Productions Inc.,FaBLOOMosity, Latitude 53, Behind the Blush: Professional Makeup Artists/Hair Stylists, Novelle Bridal Shop, Watters, Elegant Touches Inc,Special Event Rentals and more.

Iceland Elopement

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When we heard that a couple was thinking about hiring us for their Iceland elopement this past July all we could do was hope that they would end up booking us and they did! In the 3rd week of July we traveled with Schimine and Stephen along with Nicole Ashley her husband Jon and Stef’s husband Drew. Nicole was shooting the wedding along with Jon and Drew came along to drive and play guitar on their wedding day. We wanted to show some behind the scene photo’s that Nicole shot since their full magical wedding post is up on her site now. Having a couple like Schimine and Stephen was a dream for us. They let us help them choose what looks to have for their wedding day and their second day of shooting after their wedding. We were on site with them all day to touch them up and make sure they looked absolutely perfect. I even officiated the wedding ceremony and Stef shot the whole wedding on a GoPro. For Schimine’s wedding day look we went with a very Vicoria Secret look with bronzed eyes and a peachy lip with bombshell curls. One the day that we shot their second look we went with a smokey neutral eye and a vampy lip matte lip color from MAC called Sin. Stephen had longer hair so Stef was able to style it in a way that looked truly magnificent blowing in the wind. We can’t thank Schimine and Stephen enough for trusting us all with their wedding day and we know that it was a trip that none of us will forget.

Waterfall Fishtail Tutorial: Video

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We wanted to get back into filming some hair tutorials on YouTube and we decided our first one back should be a simple and beautiful waterfall fishtail tutorial. We used the time during Kristina’s bridal hair and makeup trials to film a few tutorials. It is a creative twist on a traditional fishtail tutorial. In the video we added in some dried lavender flowers but you could also swap those out for an antique broach or pins to make the look festive for the holiday season.

2nd Anniversary

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Today marks the second anniversary of what we now call Behind the Blush. A little re-cap: Stefanie and I had worked together for years just as freelance artists and at the encouragement of friends and family we finally joined forces officially as Behind the Blush. To commemorate this blessed day we thought it would be totes fun to have a give away! All you have to do to win is like our Facebook page and share the post about the contest as well as follow us on Instagram through the Rafflecopter links below. The prize you are going to be winning is a free spot at either “The Basic” or “The Advanced” class that we are hosting on May 31 worth $150 and some of our makeup and hair favorites worth over $100. We will announce the winner on May 21 on our Facebook page. Good luck everyone and thank you so much for supporting us over the past two years! ** if you do win and already paid for a spot in the course we will credit another course date in the future to you. a Rafflecopter giveaway

Shape Magazine Feature

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When Nicole told us one of her photo’s from Brittany’s session was going to be in the May Shape magazine we counted the days until the magazine was on the newsstand. We of course ran out and bought several copies to commemorate the moment. Moments like this you want to freeze in time. I mean how cool is it that our work is inside a magazine with Hilary Duff on the cover. hair/makeup: Janna Huget styling: Stefanie Carlson and Janna Huget photo: Nicole Ashley

The Basics Class & The Advanced Class

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One price, one date, two classes to choose from. On May 31, 2015 we will be hosting two brand new classes at FaBLOOMosity. We took into consideration the input we received from others and decided to have two different classes catered toward various skill levels. Like our last makeup class we will have a model to demonstrate the looks on and a handy course booklet, as well as tasty treats like wine and a charcuterie board board for all to enjoy. The Basics Class 11-2 pm This class is ideal for the no-fuss girl that usually just puts on mascara and runs out the door and who wants to keep her look fresh and easy. We will go over everything from skin prep, brush uses, and basic makeup application. The Advanced Class 4-7 pm This class is ideal for a more intermediate makeup wearer who wants to learn to master the more advanced techniques like cream contour, smokey eye and false lash application. We will be going over looks that would be great for a fab night out, being a wedding guest, Prom, or any formal event in-between. -3 hour class that is $150 + gst per person (max capacity 8 per class) -Please bring your makeup bag including mascara and your brushes (don’t worry if you don’t have a ton of stuff we will bring plenty of supplies). -We will have our professional kits with us and you will be able to try out some of the products featured in the class. -We include a shopping list for the class in our course booklet -A followup one on one appointment can be booked for $50 + gst To reserve your spot please use the contact us form including which class you would like to book in for and we can send you an invoice (must be paid in full).