Mani-Pedi, the Summer Way

Hello my beauties!! It's been a while since my last blog post, and this is largely due to a few back-to-back projects that I've been working on. With that said, you can expect lots of amazing content coming up on my blog and YouTube channel, so make sure to sign up and subscribe to get the news first! Today's post is dedicated to Mani-Monday + Pedi and since I'm all about the warm weather, it is also Summer-themed. I already sneak-peeked these nails on Snapchat: MaryamNYC, so if you were one of the lovelies who asked for details, then this post is for you!! Read below for products list, deets and other tips.

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How-To: Fill In Brows VIDEO TUTORIAL

Hi beauties! A couple of months ago, I joined forces with L'Oréal Paris USA to film a series of "Beauty Debunked" videos, alongside my dear friend Teni Panosian. The purpose of these short videos was to reinterpret popular makeup artist tricks and make them easy and accessible to everyone. Here's the first video in the series, and one of my most requested tutorials: How-To  (fill in) BROWS. Check out the video below and remember to subscribe to my YouTube channel to get the news first!

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"Something Blue" Nail Art & Fashion Ideas

Hello beauties! Something blue is the air... Bridal season is here and I'm embracing the romantic spirit. This week's hand-painted nail art was loosely inspired by white henna, and is something I thought I bride could wear on her special day. Me? Well, I wear it just because... I love the pale blue shade and the subtle texture that the white designs create on top. 

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Khaki + Camo for Spring

Hello my loves!! In the tradition of keeping it cool and casual for Monday, I'm talking Khaki and Camouflage, exploring my all-time favorite print and the only shade of green that I'm obsessed with. Today, I'm giving you two looks, an Olive + Nude makeup combo and an all-Black + Camo "outfit of the night" ensemble to show you my favorite ways to rock this chic trend.

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"Go To" Spring Makeup TUTORIAL + VIDEO

Hi beauties!! This pink, pouty Spring look is now live on my YouTube channel: Maryam Maquillage, so make sure you subscribe, like and leave me your comments. That is all... I hope you're having a fabulous video, I love you all!!!

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"MUA-Inspired" NAIL ART

Hello beauties! I wasn't planning on sharing this nail art, since it is well past the IMATS and all... but on second thought, I figured it's never too late to post makeup-inspired nails, which I hand-painted last week for the famous makeup convention here in NY. I went all out and this just might be my favorite nail art of all time... second only to my Game of Thrones nail art. What do you think? Would you wear this? Which is your favorite nail? Mine personal fave is the mirror pinky and the contour face chart. All product details can be found on my IG: @MaryamNYC :)

bisous,

Maryam Maquillage


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Eyeliner Finder + Four Liner Looks

Bonjour mes belles!! In today's post, I'm covering one of my favorite makeup mediums and one of most ancient types of cosmetics, the Eye Liner. In my time of blogging, I've gotten tons of questions about different kinds of liners, how to use them and which looks suit each one best. Today, I'm addressing all the FAQ's, narrowing the topic down to four most commonly used liners and giving you four individual looks to try with each one. In this post, I'm wearing all Lancome liners as the brand exemplifies superior liners in each of the four categories.

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"Pop of Blue" Cat-Eye Spring Makeup Tutorial

Happy Weekend beauties! Here's a quick short post on how to update your typical Saturday night cat eye makeup -- just add a pop of blue et voila! I used Lancome Summer Collection palette and liners to create this fun, wearable look (which I'm personally obsessed with) and added a pair of whimsical lashes to complete. What shade would you choose to bring out your eye color?

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Spring Beauty: Mixed Patterns & Prints

Hello beauties! My fingers and toes are so ready for warm weather -- I'm anticipating lots of corals, pastels and heavy metals coming up this season and into the summer. This week's nail art is a hodgepodge of such themes, focusing on texture, color and detail. I used three nail polish appliqués from Incoco (Coral Crush, By The Sea & New Directions), cut them up into strips, embellished and mix-n-matched to create my own custom designs, then threw in some hardcore glitter nails to complete the set. I sealed everything with gel top coat for extra shine and longevity. I dunno about you, but I'm LOVING this one. It is so very me and so very Spring!!!

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Pop of Color: 2 Makeup Looks + Tutorials

Happy Tutorial-Thursday Beauties! The new season is here -- though it still feels like winter in NY -- but, I'm really excited to play with a new palette and add a pop of color to my makeup routine. To help me realize my color ambitions, Lancome has just launched its "French Paradise" Summer Collection, inspired by the colors of the Mediterranean. This blue-coral makeup collection couldn't be  more beautiful, so today, I've put together not one, but two looks just for you, including a video and a step-by-step tutorial. Let me know your thoughts in the comments section and don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel for more videos.

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Deep Reds: Makeup & Nail Art

"Red, Black & Gold" aka this week's quick nail art for Mani-Monday. I used Incoco nail polish appliqués in Forté and embellished with Kiss Salon Secrets Rococo Kit (gold accents), then sealed the design with Kiss Gel Top Coat for maximum shine and hold. What say you?

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Spring Smokey Eye with "French Nude" Palette

Hey beauties! It's Friday and I've got some exciting news to share. Earlier this week, I created a look using the exclusive Lancome for HSN Limited Edition "French Nude" Collection and I'm excited to announce that the star palette from the set is now individually available for sale on HSN.com! Check out my tutorial below and read more about why I love and recommend it.

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Nail Art: Bright Like A Diamond

Hi beauties! This week, I'm shining bright like a diamond, so I'm keeping it literal with this contrasting, black and white negative space mani. Would you wear it and if so, where to? I used Ciaté "Snow Virgin" white polish, Nubar black nail art pen and some Swarovski elements to embellish my hand-painted design. What do you think? 

Check out my OOTD below

Easy Contouring Makeup Tutorial for the Novice

Hi beauties!! NEW video is ready for you and this one is a highly requested, easy, everyday makeup tutorial about approachable Contouring and Highlighting. I get a lot of questions about this hot topic, so I wanted to make a series of videos showcasing various types of techniques, products and approaches to contouring. Depending on our individual bone-structure or features, some of us can benefit from a dramatic, high-contrast contoured look, while others may suffer the adverse effect. Naturally, due to my prominent cheekbones, strong jaw-line and brows, I fall in the ladder category and gain much more from a subtle contoured look. Today, I'm starting with just that: the easiest, one-product contoured look that's perfect for the novice or for those who already have strong features naturally. Let me know your thoughts and questions in the comments section and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to my channel!!! Thank you :)

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MAKEUP TUTORIAL: Gold & Bold Party Look

Hey beauties! Have you checked out the latest video tutorial on my YouTube channel Maryam Maquillage? Be sure to subscribe and like -- I have a new (highly requested) video coming up this week!! For now, enjoy this Bold, Golden Party Makeup Look and let me know your thoughts in the comments section.

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Cool Nudes: Nail Art & Makeup

Hey beauties!! It's been a while since my last nail art post and only because my last few projects have called for nude nails. This week, I'm still sticking with nude, but dressing it up with some Rococo style bling. I'm really into cool nudes as of late, so in this post, you'll also find a cool nude makeup look to match! Let me know what you think in the comments section and leave me your requests for video tutorials :)

See more makeup & nails deets below!

Oscar's Makeup Recreation: Chrissy Teigen

Hey beauties!! If you watched the Oscar's red carpet last night, I dare you to guess (without reading the caption) -- whose makeup look did I recreate in this photo? 

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New York Fashion Week Makeup: Cushnie et Ochs

Hey beauties! Told y'all I'm back ;) Today on ze blog: über dramatic makeup look inspired by Cushnie et Ochs FW 2015 fashion show at New York Fashion Week. I've been a bit underwhelmed with most of the NYFW beauty looks so far, that is until I saw this alien-esque mod vision by Maybelline. I was so impressed, I just had to recreate it for myself (and for you guys, here on the bloggy). Check out my original inspiration and the details of my version after the break!

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HUGE INTERNATIONAL GIVEAWAY: L'Occitane & MaryamNYC

Hey guys! It's been one heck of a month... I've been working and traveling nonstop and my schedule has completely flipped, so please forgive the hiatus on my blog. I'm back home now and am finally starting to get back into the normal swing of things. With that, I'm excited to announce my latest giveaway on Instagram. I'm teamed up with one of my all-time favorite skin care brands, L'Occitane En Provence, to award an incredible prize to one lucky international winner. The winner will receive everything pictured in the above photo including the new Shea Butter Comforting Face Care collection! Check out the rules below and read my L'Occitane story.

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Makeup Monday: Neutral Hues

Hi guys -- simple post today, focusing on neutral, flattering makeup fit for any occasion. I wore a variation of this look pretty much every day while in Vegas, it saved me a lot of prep time and made me feel rested and well put-together. 

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