Nothing better then a reminder on a Monday…

Don’t forget, the International Makeup Artist Trade Show (IMATS) is on this coming weekend, September 24th and 25th. The best thing about this event is that it is open to everyone, even if you are not a Makeup Artist you can come along and see all the new and amazing products and techniques you may not even know exsited.

The IMATS trade show is visiting six other cities around the world, we are so lucky one of them is Sydney (Sorry Melbournites). There are 11 keynote speakers at the Sydney event including Rae Morris and Napoleon Perdis, The Makeup Case are lucky enough to be invited to Napoleon Perdis keynote! Needless to say, we are excited and will fill you in on all the goss.

If you want to come on down to the trade show, it will be held at the Sydney Convention Centre Darling Harbour. Tickets are avaliable at the door for $45.00 for one day or $75.00 if you would like to attend both days. Remember to come and say ‘hi’ if you see two girls walking around looked dazed and amazed, it will most probably be us.

Have a look at the schedule before you go, just so you dont miss anything amazing. Let us know what you think of the show!

*Image courtesy of IMATS.com

Revlon Top Speed @30 Days of Fashion & Beauty

So you already read about all the new Revlon Top Speed nail colour must haves for Spring and Summer that we saw at 30 Days of Fashion and Beauty a couple of weeks ago. Now check out some pics from the runway show and be inspired to add a burst of colour to this seasons wardrobe.

The hot new season trend is colour blocking, blue, yellow, orange, pinks and greens. Grab a Revlon Top Speed nail colour and wear it together with a contrasting top or pant. Any colour this season is good colour!

If you loved the new Revlon Top Speed colours, well you are in luck. Revlon are running Glam Vans all over Sydney city for the next two weeks! You can enjoy a free manicure, the hardest part will be choosing what Revlon Top Speed colour to wear, there are 32 shades you know.

You can find the Revlon Glam Vans at:
Customs House Forecourt, Alfred Street – Friday 16 September 4:00- 8:00pm
Bondi Pavilion Forecourt – Sunday 18 September, 12:00- 4:00pm
Cockle Bay Wharf – Friday 23 September, 5:00- 9:00pm
Cockle Bay Wharf – Friday 30 September, 5:00- 9:00pm

See you there Makeup Case beauties..
Check out 30 Days of Fashion and Beauty for more events

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IMATS – September 24th and 25th 2011.

The International Makeup Artist Trade Show is coming to Sydney in September 2011. 

IMATS is the make-up world’s biggest gathering. There are shows in New York, LA, Toronto, London and Vancouver. On display are thousands of make-up artists, vendors and enthusiasts there to discuss, display and collect the best the industry has to offer. There are makeup pros, new products, education and demonstrations.

Some of the brands you’ll see are MAC, Napoleon Perdis, Serge Louis Alvarez, Inglot, Gorgeous Cosmetics, Naked Cosmetics Australia, Showface and heaps more.

The best thing about IMATS is that is open to the public. So get your comfy shoes on and head down to The Convention Centre in Darling Harbour and check out makeup heaven.

Visit IMATS for tickets and more information.

*Images courtesy of IMATS.net

Sunlight…..by SLA

When we went to the bloggers event recently at SLA (Serge Louis Alvarez) we were treated to a sneak peak of the latest fashion collection – Sunlight. Its strong bright colours made me feel like spring was just moments away and guess who got to be the model?

The colours here do not do the collection justice, the colours are much more vibrant and strong. Colours that I would not usually wear but I was some how drawn to the hot orange. You’ll just have to drop in and check it out for yourself.

Head makeup artist, Hannah, put her spin on the collection and gave us a few great tips and tricks along the way.

My favourite, well I love all of them but i thought that this one was worth a mention, the Pre Makeup Base. Its light and non oily and it moisturises and prepares your skin for makeup that will last the day. So that is all good stuff but the awesome bit is it has gold pigments of pearl in it so it gives your skin and amazing glow. You can use it all over or as a highlight on the parts the sun falls on.

And the finished product! I have never received so many compliments about how good my skin looked and of course Hannahs fantastic work. I was walking on  air….or sunlight!

So why not visit the awesome girls at SLA Balmain or check it out online

Head to our Facebook page for more pics of SLA fantastic products and our day at the SLA Studio.

A Saturday with Serge Louis Alvarez

Our first bloggers only event! We were not sure what to expect but being all about makeup we did not hesitate to reply. We ventured out on Saturday to lovely Balmain in Sydney to the SLA (Serge Louis Alvarez) Makeup Studio. Wow! What a place. We were greeted by Nicole with hot coffee and homemade biscuits (yum) and were then given the grand tour. We got an exclusive look at the great makeup studio/classroom space upstairs and the soon to be bridal studio.

Back downstairs we were left to have a play. Foundations, eyeshadows, moisturisers, pencils, glosses, lashes, organics, powders, creams and all in sleek packaging that would compliment any ladies makeup bag. They even have some products made from crushed pearls and pure pigmentation of 55-60% which give an outstanding high quality and long lasting colour. The colour in the pot is the exact colour that will go on, and stay on, your eyes. Awesome!

We were given an overview of the company by Shannon. It sure makes a difference in attitude and listening when someone is so passionate about a subject and Shannon definitely kept us captivated. The brand was created by makeup artist Serge Louis Alvarez in the early 1980’s when he recognised a need for professional makeup. It is now available in over 34 countries worldwide. All the products are produced from natural origin ingredients and the Bio product group has been ecocert certified, wherever possible they also use ingredients from Fair Trade countries. 

Now to the elusive makeup studio. The SLA Academy Sydney offers professional, international courses delivered straight from the Paris SLA Academy. The SLA Academy Sydney offers unique European style training fused with Australian techniques and trainers. On offer is everything from Artistic techniques to beginner’s makeup to retail techniques and the advanced. Coming up very soon, 4th and 5th of September 2011, SLA have a very exclusive 2 day Makeup Training course with internationally renowned Nicola Burford. If you’re interested get in quick as I’m sure spaces will fill quickly. To book click here Book

We had a great time and learned so much and would like to thank Nicole, Shannon and Hannah for being such great hosts. We definitely have found some great new products and can’t wait to see you at IMATS.

Visit SLA  at 433 Darling Street, Balmain or online and stay tuned for the makeup demonstration by Hannah and the contents of the amazing goodies bag.