Fashion Friday- Twas the Night (to shop and be merry)

'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the mall

not an employee was stirring, not even a doll

The Wolford stockings were hung by the chimney with care

In hopes that Louboutin's would soon be there...

November 28th from 6:30-10pm 

clear your schedule,

grab your shopping list

and come on down to The Core for

'Twas the Night

A benefit for the United Way's "BeCause" Initiative and National Music Centre

Here's a little of what is in store for you when you come down

*One-Night-Only deals and offers in every store

Imagine getting all your shopping done on one night, in one place, with great deals!

*Enjoy excerpts from the Nutcracker, performed by the world renowned Alberta Ballet

*Strut your stuff down the red carpet with Canadian TV personality, Jessi Cruickshank

* FREE DOWNTOWN PARKING!!!

(somebody pinch me, this can't be for real!)

*Witness the lighting of the CORE's 40-foot Christmas Tree, YYC's newest holiday tradition

*Meet ELLE Canada's editor in chief Noreen Flanagan and get your free copy of Elle's

coveted December issue

...Be early though, this is exclusive to the first 1000 shoppers...

Remember to get your Christmas cards!

Stop by our fave card store, Papyrus.

Sentimental, funny, sweet and cheeky

They have cards for all kinds!

While you're there take note of the beautiful models,

AW Models International, modeling paper dresses!

Dresses seen here designed by Rami Kashou (Project Runway, season 4)

Get your tickets now, you'll be happy you did!

Enjoy your weekend Fashion Fiends

Much Love From,

Artists Within 'shopaholics' XO

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Fashion Friday- ArtWear 2012; a success!

Last night, an annual event went off without a hitch 

in spite of the heavy snowfall warnings all over YYC

ArtWear 2012 has been on the calendar for many 

fashionistas,

high bidders, 

bloggers,

photographers and

the prying eyes of trendsetters,

for quite some time now.

Artists Within has had the pleasure of contributing to this event for quite some time now.

AW Models International stomped down the runway with enough

attitude to humble any teenage girl

And Artists Within makeup artists, busily worked backstage

applying silver smokey eyes, strong brows,

and a wine stained pout

A peek backstage at models and artists

The finished product was vintage, hollywood, gorgeous!

ArtWear 2012 will go down in YYC fashion history with top designers

Until next year, we'll file ArtWear 2012 in the success vault!

Much Love From,

Artists Within Artists XO

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Trending Thursday-Conquer Winter with a killer coat

Today's snow is a chilly reminder that Winter is here

Harpers Bazaar Nov 2011

To quote a fave band,

The time has come for colds and overcoats

Conquer Winter 2012 with a killer coat!

Zara

Attenn-tion!

Military inspired garb is everywhere this season

This double breasted, cinched waist, bum covering coat

creates a serious silhouette for most body types

while staying on the cutting edge of style and fashion

Alexander McQueen

Warning: 

This coat may inflict kleptomaniac tendencies from those around you

A perfect entrance piece, this dramatic little number, oversized collar and all,

will make a sensational addition to any winter wardrobe

Versus

Bundle up in this burgundy beaut!

This eye turning number showcases 2 trends of the season

Pair it with skinnies and a show stopping heel to complete the look;

It even sports a hood!

Erdem

A fab fusion of color and print makes this 

oversized coat chic and trendy

Check your portions by pairing it with

sky-high heels and sleek accessories

Emilio Pucci

A classic cut peacoat gets a luxe update

With a patent leather finish and flattering blush hue,

this piece exudes modern uptown manner and

a fashionable flare

Winter's not waiting on you,

get your coat for the cold road ahead

Much Love,

Artists Within XO

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Teach Me Tuesday-Compliment close set eyes

Almond, deep set, close set, hooded, protruding
There is an art and science involved in makeup

Today, we look at tips to create the illusion of even spacing between eyes;

fake it till you make it...and then continue to fake it!

A general rule when identifying 'close set eyes'

If a 'third eye' can't fit in the space between your two eyes,

this would be categorized as 'close set'

Jennifer Aniston is a great example of close set eyes

A crucial thing to remember...

Dark colors recede

light colors highlight; draw forward

When working on close set eyes, keep all dark colors and liner 

on the outer edges of the eyes.

This creates the illusion that the eyes are set wider apart

Avoid lining the eyes to the inner corners

This only accentuates the close proximity of the neighboring peeper

Instead, use a lighter color on 1/3 of the lid, starting at the inner corner.
This makes the eye brighter, giving the 

illusion on more space

Keep your brows nicely groomed

A unibrow is good on no one much less someone

with close set eyes!

So when doing your makeup, or makeup on someone,
take a step back before starting and evaluate your canvas
Consider the eye shape and the spacing between eyes
This will determine the placement, color and texture of makeup used.

OR 

Enroll at Artists Within Makeup Academy
Only one class left for 2012!

Offering international certification, recognized in 39 different countries
Accredited Diploma Programs
Makeup, Session hair styling, Special FX and more!

We hope you learned a thing or two today

Much Love From,

The Artists Within Artists
XO

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Fashion Friday-Wearable Gothic makeup

Transfer the drama from your lives 

and put it on your eyes (and lips)

Goth inspired makeup 

'Dramatic smokey eyes' is a timeless makeup look

Usually paired with nude lips to keep the focus on the peepers

This season, however, things have changed!

We are seeing drama on the eyes AND lips

to create a knockout finish!

Check out five of our favorite Goth inspired makeup looks

for you try this season

A soft smokey eye in browns and corals

Fresh, flawless face and 

a punchy red lip!

A great look for the wanna-be goth in training

January Jones creates gothic glamour

by using shimmer shadows and white liner in

her waterline

Tip from the Pro's: 

White liner in the waterline creates an illusion that the whites of the eyes are whiter than they may be

A good tip for those who suffer from bloodshot eyes or a slight yellowing 

60's inspired gothic makeup brings a whole new take 

on melodramatic inspiration

Emerald smoke, expressive brows and a bordeaux stained pout

This 1920's period look has beauty written all over it

Creating an all over drama look is not for the trepid

If you are going to do this look, go big and rock it!

So, we have inspired you to go goth, have we?

Artists Within carry's the quintessential Fall/Winter 2012 Goth Palette

Limited edition, come check it out for yourself!

Happy Friday Fashion Freaks!

Much Love From,

Artists Within 'gothic ladies'

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Trending Thursday- Big and Bold; The Statement Necklace

Turn heads with your statement necklace

Transform an otherwise blah outfit to a

bold get-up with one crucial item...

A BIG and BOLD

Statement Necklace

Shourouk

The bib necklace makes a strong statement this fall.

The glam number creates a WOW factor when paired with any outfit

From a simple tee and jeans to a 

fab evening gown

Rosantica

Soothing jade and green agate adds a punch of sweet color

Dip it in 24 karat gold and the finale

is divine!

Layer it up over a basic top 

or

sport it after dark with a gushing gown

Oscar de la Renta

This incredible stunner has the ability to stand alone as the anchor to any outfit

Wear for an evening occasion to wow the crowd

or

try pairing with a simple clean-cut shift for a touch of 

daytime decadence

Bottega Veneta

This geometric necklace sent from fashion heaven

was an unmistakable hit on the runway!

Turn it into real life wear by pairing it with a simple sweater

to ensure focal bliss

Lanvin

This pendant necklace is one way to make a statement

and to create a lasting impression

Style with a bright cocktail dress and swept up hair

Keep your eyes wandering for your perfect statement necklace

They are a staple item this fall and winter 

and for seasons to come!

Much love From,

Artists Within 'statement makers'

XO

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