Fashion: Designer Wes Gordon Resort Collection Is Timeless

WES GORDON Resort '14

Recently I was introduced to Wes Gordon, a young yet classic but modern designer who has dressed some of our most stylish women in the entertainment industry like Kerry Washington and Gwyneth Paltrow. What I like about his collections is how he infuse luxury and timeless sophistication together. His current collection is just that...timless. I picked my top 3 pieces and shared with you what makeup to use to create the luxurious makeup look from his lookbook. 

Here are my selected makeup coice to creating a timeless makeup look when weaaring a Wes Gordon piece.

L'OREAL Paris Lumi Magique Primer

ERNO LASZLO ABSOLUTE FINISH FOUNDATION SPF 15

Nicka K New York Eyelight Crayon in Brown

Nicka K New York Artliner Pen in Brown

L'OREAL Paris False Lash Flutter Mascara in Black

Stila Cosmetics Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick in Fiery

Stila Cosmetics Hydrating Finishing Powder

LAURA MERCIER Bronzing Pressed Powder in Dune Bronze

 

Follow Designer WES GORDON on Twitter @WES_GORDON

ABOUT:

Brandy Gomez-Duplessis is Connecticut Celebrity Makeup Artist who work in New York. Brandy has done makeup on A-list celebrities, TV shows, fashion shows and has travel to exotic places for destination weddings. Brandy is also the beauty editor for Caribbean Posh magazine as well a contributor writer & beauty expert. Keep up with Brandy by reading her personal blog "

Inside the Life of a Makeup Artist" or follow her glamxurious tweets.

A GENTLEMAN'S VICE: BOURBON

The finer things in life can range from cars to  clothes to homes. But many of these things are subjective and everyone's opinions on luxury varies. Bourbon however is not a subjective luxury. All bourbons are finely  crafted. These bourbons though are beautifully crafted , aged perfectly and bottled for the man of distinguished tastes. Gentleman, a toast to our warm, rich, velvety, smooth, and comforting friend, bourbon.
Here are my choices: Four Roses, Woodford Reserve, and Pappy Van Winkle (top to bottom)

About: Bourbon must contain a minimum of 51% corn, be produced in the United States, be distilled at less than 80% ABV (160 proof) and be aged for a minimum of two years in new charred barrels, although in practice virtually all straight whiskies are aged at least four years. Any Bourbon, or any other domestic or imported whiskey, for that matter, that has been aged less than four years must contain an age statement on the label. Small Batch Bourbons are bourbons that bottled from a small group of specially selected barrels that are blended together. It should be noted though that each distiller has their own interpretation of what constitutes a "small batch." Single Barrel Bourbon is Bourbon from one specifically chosen cask.

MayaWater: Summer Must Have Beauty Item

This summer one of my new must have items that will help me get through this humid weather and blazing heat is my can of MayaWater Facial Mist. Founded by international makeup artist and Norway native Maya Gullbrandsen, MayaWater Facial Mist is sourced from a spring called Skogshornkilden over 300 feet below the surface of Skogshorn Mountain in Hemsedal, Norway.

Maya Water Facial Mist is naturally pH neutral, odor free, and suitable for all skin types. It has a special designed nozzle to produce the finest mist available that allows the skin to absorb the water immediately and it doesn’t move the makeup. The mineral rich water is great for revitalizing dry, tired skin and reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.  It also provides powerful antioxidants for the skin to help your makeup stay on longer making it a perfect item to have when doing a photo shoot outdoors or for brides on their wedding day.

The MayaWater Facial Mist is available in Pure and Organic White Tea.

The Facial Mist Pure is pure Norwegian thermal spa water.

The Maya Water Facial Mist Organic White Tea consists of Norwegian thermal spa water along with organic white tea which contains great anti-oxidants for the skin, prevents and repairs sun damage, and also helps fight wrinkles and skin discoloration.

Maya Water Facial Mist Pure $32/150ml

MayaWater Facial Mist Organic White Tea $35/150ml

CREDIT:
MayaWater
 

ABOUT:

Brandy Gomez-Duplessis is a Celebrity Makeup Artist who currently resides in New York and part time in New Orleans. This New York makeup artist has worked with celebrities like: Golden Globe & Oscar winner Melissa Leo, Kerry Washington, Kim Kardashian, Jordin Sparks, Erin Andrews, and Edie Falco to name a few. Brandy has worked with New York top affluent and influential New Yorkers; St. George's Society of New York, The Royal Wedding Bash, The English Ball, world renowned event planner Marcy Blum, NY award winning CeCi Johnson, Women Of New York, to name a few. Brandy recently worked Sundance Film Festival, Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, NY Fashion Week, NBA All Star Weekend, Red Bull, and more. Keep up with Brandy by reading her personal blog "Inside the Life of a Makeup Artist" or follow her glamxurious tweets.

Colors of Summer: Benetton United

Yes Benetton is still relevant and yes they are still cool. Witness their Men's Spring /Summer 2011: stylish, fun, relaxed, and ultra cool.

Go Electric or Go Home: Tesla Motors Model S proves electric is sexy

Tesla Motors Model S: All Electric, All Sexy, and All Powerful

Features: Seating for 7, More cargo space, Premium interior, 160 230 or 300 mile range pack, 45 minute quick charge, 0-60 in 5.6 secs, 120mph top speed, leading electric power train, 17 inch touchscreen with 3G connectivity, amazing aerodynamics

 

Now plug that into your socket!

Discover A Getaway: Australia

Known for the Outback and it's actors and actresses, Australia is actually a continent of beautiful escapes called the Whitsunday Islands Queensland Australia. This summer venture out to the  Great Barrier Reef and sample down under luxury at  Qualia. Qualia (pronounced kwah-lee-ah) in Latin meaning "a collection of deeper sensory experiences" is a unique Australian expression of world-class luxury, situated at the edge of the Great Barrier Reef on the secluded northern-most tip of Hamilton Island. This is luxury and beauty entangled in a caress. Hello summer!

Girl Power: Beyonce Rocks Laruicci Ring

@laruicci ; Tonight on the 2011 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas at The MGM Grand, my hero Beyonce gave an incredible performance that many artists in today's music business cannot conceive let alone master . 

Then in full and spectacular "Desert Luxe Chic", Beyonce and Laruicci provided stunning visuals in her new video "Run The World (Girl)" for anyone to apsire. Beyonce brings to life a great video that showcases the insanely over the top and luscious Laruicci "Power" earrings and "Claw" rings. Beyonce and Laruicci are always perfect together and "Run The World (Girl)" video is no different. This powerful video which crosses dance genres and musically makes you want to stomp straight to the club empowers "girls" to go hard and rock bold stunning Laruicci jewelry pieces.

POWER EARRINGS $268.00

MAN EATER CLAW $68.00

TRANSFORMER CLAW $78.00

CREDITS

Written By: Brandy Gomez-Duplessis

Pictures from: LARUICCI & Pervis Ross PR

ABOUT:

Brandy Gomez-Duplessis is a Celebrity Makeup Artist who currently resides in New York and part time in New Orleans. This New York makeup artist has worked with celebrities like: Golden Globe & Oscar winner Melissa Leo, Kerry Washington, Kim Kardashian, Jordin Sparks, Erin Andrews, and Edie Falco to name a few. Brandy has worked with New York top affluent and influential New Yorkers; St. George's Society of New York, The Royal Wedding Bash, The English Ball, world renowned event planner Marcy Blum, NY award winning CeCi Johnson, Women Of New York, to name a few. Brandy recently worked Sundance Film Festival, Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, NY Fashion Week, NBA All Star Weekend, Red Bull, and more. Keep up with Brandy by reading her personal blog "Inside the Life of a Makeup Artist" or follow her glamxurious tweets.

Riviera Ease: Gant by Michael Bastian

I love clothing that looks and feels effortless. Effortless style and an easy masculinity that even with it's euro-americana coastal spin will simply look great no matter what. Gant by Michael Bastian  (recently nominated for best of 2011 designers by GQ Magazine)provides a collection that epitomizes this concept masterfully. It implies a (gratuitous pop reference) The O.C. meets The Talented Mr. Ripley. I admire the style, I revel in the effortlessness, and I  love the collection.

Puma Clyde "The Glide"

I love clean simple and elegant sneakers. Puma has always accomplished designing a versatile sneaker  that can be athletic, stylish and flow seamlessly with any attire from shorts to jeans to business casual. This new Clyde sneaker line clearly  solidifies Puma as a style icon past present and future.

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