I'm so excited to introduce our brand new feature, Makeover Story by Red Velvet! Here's the concept... the Red Velvet team will occasionally hand pick a girl who is anxiously craving a vintage styled makeover. We will give them get a fresh new look, including hair and makeup! Plus I will help them choose two vintage inspired outfits (courtesy of Red Velvet) and style them in a fun photo shoot. The goal of this feature is to share inspiring makeovers that prove that vintage styling can look more modern than ever!
Funny story... When I told Emma about the Makeover Story concept she begged me to be our first volunteer. It was super fun to style her and so without further ado, here's Emma's Makeover Story...
Emma: "I like to look pretty, who doesn't? But I've never really been that good at putting together and outfit, styling my hair, or doing my own makeup. I have always felt a little lost when it comes to all those girly things. So I wanted a look that was stylish, vintage and that I could pull off everyday without too much time (I'm busy!). My Before photo was a real outfit that I wore to work. My dad took this photo last week."
When I asked Emma what type of look she wanted she surprised me by saying she'd like to try a 1970s inspired look. She thought it would be an easy look to maintain on a daily basis because she could wear her hair down (and sometimes even messy!). In addition, a layered look is the easiest wardrobe to build on a budget because you can mix and match new pieces with things you already own.
Hair: We chose platinum blonde with some natural looking toners for Emma's new hair color. We also had extra layers trimmed around her face so she can create a subtle Farrah Fawcett inspired look with a curling iron.
Makeup: For Emma's first look we experimented with bronze, chocolate and camel tones and accented them with a little sparkle! This neutral palette was perfect for balancing her reddish skin tones. It's easy to apply and wear and looks great all day.
Outfit One: Emma's first look includes a vintage lace dress and Frye boots courtesy of Red Velvet, a thrifted long sweater, plum tights and a thrifted sparkly belt. She's also wearing 4+ mixed silver and gold necklaces including a few vintage pieces, a handmade piece by Elsie and a custom key necklace by MuchoMuchoBuenoBueno.
Outfit Two: Emma's second look includes a vintage poncho and Frye boots courtesy of Red Velvet and skinny jeans by Jessica Simpson Collection. I pulled her hair halfway back for a simple, effortless look. Vintage ponchos, caplets and shawls are so much fun to wear and make getting ready a snap!
Great News... Emma came to work today with a similar, but different outfit that she styled herself based on our makeover. She told me she got ready in just 20 minutes this morning and looks absolutely adorable! A 1970s Styled makeover is perfect for women who like to mix casual with pretty, love layers and need something quick that fits with a fast paced lifestyle! Goal accomplished.♥
Thanks so much for taking a peek at our very first Makeover Story. I'm excited to share more throughout the year! And thanks so much to my little sister, Emma, for being our first makeover lady.
Ps. Tomorrow I'll be sharing my first project ReStyle.... can't wait!
Wow, Emma good choice with the 70's look... you have a real 70's beauty about you.
Great new feature Elsie, Emma & Red Velvet! Really impressed with this first one and can't wait to see more :)
Aoife x
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Posted by: Aoife Blake | January 04, 2011 at 12:35 PM
Emma is so beautiful. I adored getting to talk to her at our little dinner in San Fran <3
Posted by: shawni marie | January 04, 2011 at 12:35 PM
aww she looks BEAUTIFUL! can't wait to see more makeovers! what a kickass new feature! :]
Posted by: kristin | January 04, 2011 at 12:35 PM
Oh I wish I as nearby to be a part of something like this! I need a makeover lol.
Emma is drop dead gorgeous. Must run in the family ;)
Posted by: Liz | January 04, 2011 at 12:36 PM
I love this feature! Emma looks so pretty! I want a little makeover... want to come up to ohio? haha
Posted by: chelsea | January 04, 2011 at 12:36 PM
Emma, you're a baaaaaaaabe!!!
Posted by: Holly | January 04, 2011 at 12:36 PM
I know I'll love this new makeover series. Too bad I'm not nearby to volunteer, I work in an office daily and I'm a rut. (This series will inspire, though!)
Beautiful photo styling, I love warm purple and gold glam of the first look (complimentary colors!) it looks cozy and elegant.
Posted by: Van | January 04, 2011 at 12:36 PM
Love this! I never thought about a decade like this for a makeover but I absolutely love it and It think it would be a good fit for me as well. Definitely not the bell bottoms that you usually associate with the 70's. :)
Posted by: Mandy Ford | January 04, 2011 at 12:36 PM
Love this! The first is folk singeresque and I am sooo drawn to that. The second outfit reminds me of a 70's country star...Tammy Wynette-ish and it rocks! This segment is fantastic! Keep it up! xoxo - e
Posted by: Erin Collins, Seaside, OR | January 04, 2011 at 12:37 PM
Looooooove!
Posted by: Kara | January 04, 2011 at 12:37 PM
i love this feature, elsie!!
emma: you look beautiful!! [always have, always will! :)]
thanks, ladies!
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Posted by: lauren | January 04, 2011 at 12:37 PM
I love this! Great new feature. . . I can't wait to see more!
Posted by: Marcia Furman | January 04, 2011 at 12:37 PM
ok, very beautiful!! she looks like a blonde elsie (or maybe elsie is a red-headed emma? ;P)
Emma you look like a whole different person. That color of hair looks GREAT on you.
Posted by: Lana @ Mz-cellaneous | January 04, 2011 at 12:38 PM
oh my gosh how cute is she! Beautiful work, although she was already beautiful :)
Awesome new feature indeed! Can't wait to see more.
Posted by: AubirdyArtworks | January 04, 2011 at 12:39 PM
i absolutely love this! pick me pick me!
Posted by: :..::..: iSaBeL :..::..: @belayoga | January 04, 2011 at 12:39 PM
She's so beautiful! And you're so talented. Keep up the good work :) xoxo
Posted by: Emeli | January 04, 2011 at 12:40 PM
What an amazing (and inspiring!) feature!! Emma looks lovely!
Posted by: Amanda Hope Shelburne | January 04, 2011 at 12:43 PM
Awesome boots!
Posted by: Ariska | January 04, 2011 at 12:44 PM
This new feature is AMAZING! Can't wait to see more!
Posted by: lindsay | January 04, 2011 at 12:46 PM
Love it! :) Emma, you look gorgeous!
Posted by: Charin | January 04, 2011 at 12:47 PM