Just wanted to share some of the photos from a shoot I did with the "Dolly-Eyed" look. We had this crazy innocent-but-a-little-off concept. A little moody, a little Japanese horror film style. Hair, makeup, and styling was all me. :)




Thank you Drew for an awesome shoot and incredible photos! You were so great to work with. I need to work with more ladies like you!

Hey everyone! To accompany the "Dolly Eyes" tutorial, I also made a hair tutorial since I've had so many requests on how I curl my hair. It's really a quite simple process and it doesn't take very long once you get the hang of it.

The look is similar to what you would see in a lot of Japanese fashion magazines like Vivi. This leans a little more toward the "princessy" or "dolly" look, but you can do a more casual, beachy curl with the same process by shaking out the curls a little more at the end and adding texturizer.

It's important to note that this works best with a good haircut. This style really shines on longer hair with many layers, but even if you have shorter hair you can use the same process, I just recommend using a slightly skinnier curling iron. My iron is from jilbere de paris and it is 1 1/4".



Here are some photos showing off this hairstyle.

Side and front view:


Happy hair!


Thought this was hilarious. Sad kitty face. HOW did I miss this photo the first time? :3



By the way, I ordered these amazing babies yesterday. I am certain I will pee my pants in excitement when I receive them. Michael Kors "Niki" Gladiator Sandal. 5-and-a-quarter inches of hot.



I'm gonna go rest now. I had a crazy day today (anyone ever have to get their blood drawn 9 times in one day? it SUCKS) but I hope you guys enjoy. I'd love to see pics of your results too!

Oh, I forgot to mention NYX's 10th anniversary 50% off everything sale is going on now and Cherryculture.com is having free shipping for orders over $40 (and 50% off NYX msrp of course) with the code NYX50. I ordered SO much stuff so you know I'll have some swatches when I get it in!

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* Mosaic blush in Highlighter
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* Jumbo Shadow Pencil in Cottage Cheese
* Nailpolish in Jungle and Wild

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This is one of my favorite looks of all time. I absolutely love the dolly-eyed look of Asian net idols so I thought I would give it a try. This look is all about a clear-skinned bright face with major attention on the eyes. The eyes are huge and have tons of contrast. Surprisingly, this is actually a simple look to put together but it has big impact. Let me know what you think of the video!



Tools:

Eyes
* Urban Decay Primer Potion
* Mineral Magic Cosmetics Eyeshadow - Galaxy
* NYX single eyeshadow - Cream Cheese
* MAC Fluidline - Blacktrack
* Urban Decay 24/7 liner - Yeyo
* Revlon Fantasy Lengths lashes - Lush
* Shiseido Eyelash Curler
* Max Factor 2000 Calorie Lash Plumper (waterproof)
* Korean brand matte white eyeliner
* Vassen 4COLOR lens - 2 Tone G (brown)

Face
* MAC Studio Sculpt Foundation - NC 30
* Lancome Photogenic Concealer - Camee
* Everyday Minerals Sunlight Concealer (brightening under eyes)
* MAC (Hello Kitty) Beauty Powder Blush - Tippy
* Revlon Just Bitten Lip Stain - Berry Juicy
* Clear lipgloss (optional)

Here are the pics. Warning, this is going to be a huge picspam!! I had a lot of fun with this look, trying to get the net idol and ulzzang poses right. ^^

Just simple

Okay, now we are getting serious. The "V" has come out!


Posing with random cute accessories. A staple of net idol photos.


I love this hairbow. 2-pack from Forever 21.


Revlon artificial nails! ^^


Showing off the hair and two faces. Japanese curls tutorial coming soon!


Long but natural-looking lashes.


Tinky? Just being silly.


I think my face shape looks like an anime character here. SO WEIRD.


And with some natural light where the makeup looks less harsh.





Okay, enough of my silliness. Japanese-style curls video tutorial will be coming up very soon, as well as some photoshoot pics from this look. Theme was lost babydoll/Japanese horror film. SO MUCH FUN!

Also, reminder to everyone to enter the giveaway for Revlon artificial nails that I am wearing for this look. Previous post. :)