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LEARN HOW TO CONTOUR LIKE A PRO!

Welcome to the first of our ‘BIY’ Blush It Yourself series!

We are super excited to launch our new series of ‘how to’ videos for our Blush Babes! Here you will learn some quick and easy tricks of the trade to effortlessly transform yourself on a daily basis. What’s even better, we run through each of the products and brushes used to create these looks that can then be purchased in store or online at HERE for your convenience.

Once reserved for makeup artists and those who were well acquainted with professional tricks of the trade, contouring has been around for years. It was utilised as a means to highlight and disguise certain facial features. The power of a good contour is truly remarkable as it can change and alter the physicality of an individual.

With the advent of social media, video bloggers and reality film stars – contouring has become as common as eyeliner and lipgloss. It seems every girl and guy have become experts in highlighting and disguising certain features. We even have specific tools to help us achieve an effortless finish.

When done correctly, contouring can have a transformative effect. The trick is to create a seamless look, one which does not seem obvious to the eye. What we want is to deflect and pronounce certain features.

Here we have our resident Blush Bar MUA, Lisa Mitrov showing us how it’s done. You will note there are no sharp, heavy lines and she has done a fabulous job of accentuating her lovely cheekbones.

But without further ado, please sit back and enjoy the show!


Hello darlings…

Happy month of June to all. It would seem (much to our dismay) winter has well and truly arrived…and with a vengeance I might add.

Its this time of the year the BlushBar girls tend to envision themselves in Capri or conjure up fantasies of sipping a cocktail at sunset on the French Riviera. Its when we give the old google search engine a run for its money whilst we research holiday destinations in more tropical climates.

Despite the grey skies and sometimes freezing temperatures, its not all doom and gloom, there are many things we do enjoy about winter. We love winter fashion – the coats, jackets, boots, scarves, gloves, warm wool knit jumpers and a beautiful cuppa on a misty, grey morning. We love the sound of rain pelting down on a tin roof and we love the overall look and aesthetic winter can bring about. Some of us truly do believe winter is a lot more fashionable and stylish a season than the warmer months and one thing we can all agree on is we all love the make up looks that come with this time of year.

Some people tend to go darker with their locks perhaps because they cant bear the thought of leaving the house when its too cold outside. I think its fair to say, most people tend to go a little darker with their hair in winter – having said that, we spent 3 fabulous days at the Melbourne Hair Expo recently and it would seem pastel colours and bright locks are still the rage and probably will be for some time. The immense quality, talent and innovation seen by Australian hair stylists and hairdressers was simply breathtaking and we took away so much inspiration from it. It really is a must see and if you haven’t attended an expo and you are in the industry, we highly recommend you do.

Onto makeup looks for winter: It seems our make up also takes a more sophisticated turn and deeper palette in the winter months. We love the drama a darker lippy or a smouldering eye can create – think berry, browns, plums and deep reds. Eyes can be kept simple with a slick of mascara to open up the eye or we can opt for a more dramatic look and introduce berry, deep browns and plums – even a deep coloured shimmer can really make the eyes pop.

2018 has seen a huge trend with metallics – by metallic we mean metallic rust, rose, bronze, browns and yellow/orange tones.
We are loving this trend and although some people may be intimated to try it, its always a good idea to attempt a little at a time. Go for a bold lippy first or keep lips neutral and play up the eyes and introduce a smouldering, metallic, glam eye or even keep the eye very simple and have a metallic sweep of eyeliner across the top lid.

The possibilities really are endless. We would love to see all of our new and existing clients at Blush Bar where one of our talented and knowledgeable make-up artists would be happy to consult and sit with you to colour match, provide professional advice whilst having some fun and experimenting with all our fabulous products.

xox


GEELONG’S ORIGINAL BLOW OUT BAR

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The concept of Blush Bar originated by our director Emma McFarlane’s vision to have a one stop destination where you can come in, relax (champers in hand) and have your hair styled and preened to perfection.
It was something foreign to Geelong but it quickly gathered momentum and became extremely popular.  Emma saw there was a demand in Geelong where you could have your hair and makeup done in the one place.  This was ideal for individuals who were pressed for time and were seeking an express, high quality service.
Our stylists are at the top of their game. They know what’s hot, what’s not and look for inspiration in a myriad of ways.
So what can we expect to see this season?
Our stylists have noticed major fashion houses like Tory Burch and Chanel who have recently bought in the black ribbon at NYC and Milan fashion week.
Hair accessories are all the rage, so girls (and guys) dust those scrunchies off as they are making a huge comeback.
Expect to still see a sleek ponytail, shaggy dos or especially wavy bangs and messy, unruly curls. Braids are back and we have seen a huge request for this look as of late. It’s a great way to keep a look elegant whilst adding a touch of edge.
The centre part is definitely in as seen on Kim K and even Margot Robbie.
As highlighted above and as is evident by the trends coming in from The major fashion houses overseas, anything really goes.  This season it’s all about having what you’ve got, highlighting it and rocking it.
At Blush Bar we are always looking to try new looks and In order to do this we have sourced the best products available.  We use and recommend Eleven Australia. This product was developed by Joey Scandizzo, and Australian Photographer of the Year, Andrew O’Toole.
With a list of ingredients such as Avocado OiL, Organic Cucumber, Hydrolysed Soy Protein & Hydrolysed Wheat Protein it’s a product we are proud to be associated with.
We are happy to work with our clients to come up with a look that suits you and we take great pride in our work to achieve a fabulous outcome.
Book in now to experience the Blush Bar difference.
Xox

Did you know that you can host your next ‘Do’ at Blush Bar?

Whether it’s a handful of your BFF’s or a girlie new product launch, let Blush Bar host your event that will be on everyones lips!

You can start your night with us, or make it the main event. We’ll provide the drinks, blush-me-ups and blow-me-outs, and leave it to our party planner to do the rest.

One thing’s for sure, your next birthday party, hens night or girl’s night out will be the ‘best looking’ do you’ve ever hosted!

Group bookings & private events are oh-so-welcome! We look forward to blushing-you-ALL-up!

*hot & cold finger food options are also available – all details in our BlushBar Party Pack!

Contact our concierge for a Party Pack now!

xox

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Say ‘cheese’! ….and YES i will marry you!

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IMG_2621We celebrate lots of special occasions at Blush Bar but maybe not one as exciting as this! Our gorgeous client Jess was in last week getting blushed up and blown out by the ever-so-talented Mel & Gez for a couples photoshoot with the also ever-so-talented Sara Taylor Photography. What Jess didn’t know was that photos were there to capture her mans proposal! ahhhh, how exciting!

We received this gorgeous thank you message from Jess:

‘I came in last week for my hair and make up to get photos taken with my partner! The photos were actually for him to propose to me and i didnt know!  I would like to say a big thank you to both of you that did my hair and make up (: I absolutely loved my hair and make up and will be back again soon (:

We say a big blush love filled ‘CONGRATULATIONS’ !!
Woo Hoo, we love happy endings at Blush Bar!

xox

 

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-About-

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…ABOUT…

It all started in 2010 whilst providing freelance makeup and hair services (Blush Makeup Artistry) specifically to brides and bridal parties – the concept of Blush Bar was born. We wanted to introduce an exciting new concept in express makeup & hair services by our oh-so-talented Blush Bar studio team!

For a special event or simply a night out with the girls, we wanted to tailor a look specifically for you. Our signature blush-me-up makeup’s and blow-me-out blowdry’s have been ever so popular on the Blush Bar menu or indulge in a Blush Bar favourite all served with a glass of bubbly!

Stay in the loop by checking in on BlushBar to keep up with our blush-me-up DIY tutorials, commentaries, and tips and tricks just for you! You will also find the latest information about new products and lines we stock that currently include Napoleon Perdis, Skindinavia, Eleven, Lash Republic, Bioderma & Sigma brushes.

The Blush Bar team will also be contributing so stay tuned for a private introduction over the next few weeks of all our Blush Bar Beauties!

We have loads of new exciting stuff coming to Blush Bar that we are bursting to share!

So if you haven’t already, checkout the menu on the website blushbar.com.au or come see us!

xox

Emma