Loose Ponytail: Simple & Chic

Whether your hair is long or short, a classic ponytail will never go out of style. Don't forget to give the top of your head a little poof for emphasis!

Makeup by: Courtney Chau
Hair: Mimi & Taylor Salon
Photos by Mimi & Taylor Salon

By adding in a simple braid to garnish the sides of your hair, you can transform a normal bun to something red-carpet worthy.

Tips: Get this sultry, messy look by using your fingers to gently pick out some pieces and loosen the style. If you have layers, pull some strands out in the front as well.

Products Used: Thi Cosmetics - Foundation # 3, Aiko Blush, Sying Eyeshadow & Lush Lashes, and Lan Lip-Gloss


Makeup: Courtney Chau
Hair: www.mimi-taylor.com
Photo: Mimi & Taylor Salon
Wardrobe Styling: Mimi & Taylor Salon
Model: Rachel Wimmer @ Stars Model Management SF, Ca

Fresh and Pretty Makeover for Spring!

Thao was ready for a change with her hair and also wanted to learn what makeup products would best suit her. That's where hairstylist, Cali Pham and I came in! :)

As you can see Cali did a great job creating Thao an updated cut complemented by a rich auburn brown hair color. The cut really softened her features and the rich auburn brown suited her complexion best!

This Spring makeup is all about achieving a fresh even complexion with a pop of pink on the cheeks and soft pink lips. Using a few of my favorite products from Thi Cosmetics, I created the look above. Products used were:

Skin -Foundation # 3 /Mineral Face Powder # 2
Eyes - Dao Eyeshadow & Lush Lashes
Cheeks- Sakura Blush
Lips- Lan Lipgloss

Photos by: Mimi & Taylor

Inspired!

Another fun collaboration with talented hairstylist, Cali Pham. Cali was inspired by Natalie Portman's hair on the red carpet of the 2011 Academy Awards that she decided to recreate the look on model, Charlene. With such an elegant and polished look with the hair, I kept the makeup to a minimum - soft but defined eyes with a pop of color to the apples of the cheeks to finish the look.


Thank you for another fun collaboration Cali! :)

Hair: Cali Pham ~ www.calipham.com
Photo: Mimi & Taylor Salon ~ www.mimi-taylor.com

Three Beautiful Looks for 2011!

I had an amazing time collaborating with my favorite hairstylist Cali Pham and beautiful friend Ariana Ashar. We incorporated three different makeup and hair looks. Starting from elegant, to sultry, to a sexy rockstar! In the last photo, Cali added hair extensions to change up Ariana's look. She colored the extensions into a soft warm auburn brown to add richness & warmth. What an awesome temporary alternative for the look of partially colored hair!

Three beautiful looks for 2011! If you like the hairstyles created, check out more of Cali's work at www.calipham.com and book an appointment with her soon. She gets booked quickly!

XO & blessings,

Courtney

Hair: Cali Pham ~ www.calipham.com
Photo: Mimi & Taylor Salon ~ www.mimi-taylor.com

Photo Shoot: Spring Foward

Makeup: Courtney Chau
Hair: Marian Ha ~ www.marianha.com
Photography: Vero Suh ~ www.verosuh.com
Bouquet: Flower and Paper ~ www.flowerandpaper.com
Dress: H&M The Garden Collection
Wardrobe Stylist: Phuong Nguyen/Courtney Chau
Location: Gamble Garden

Photo Shoot: Spring Bride

What a beautiful Spring day it was! This bridal photo shoot was done in collaboration with the talented and lovely photographer, Vero Suh and beautiful model, Charlene Phan.

@ Vero: Thank you so much for all your hard work. I had so much fun working with you! Xoxo...
@Charlene: You did a wonderful job, Charlene. Hopefully we can shoot together again sometime soon! <3
@Marian: Thank you for your help on the hair! It was a pleasure working with you! <3 @Phuong: Thank you for all you do!!!! Xoxo....<3 <3 <3
@Flower and Paper: Thank you for providing the pretty Peonies bouquet for the shoot! <3

Makeup: Courtney Chau
Hair: Marian Ha ~ www.marianha.com
Photography: Vero Suh ~ www.verosuh.com
Bouquet: Flower and Paper ~ www.flowerandpaper.com
Dress: H&M The Garden Collection
Wardrobe Stylist: Phuong Nguyen/Courtney Chau
Location: Gamble Garden