A Colourful Concept

Having disappeared for what seems like forever, totally consumed with a new comedy, photo shoots, The Queen's Jubilee and a whirlwind trip to New York City, I'm back.  Thank you so much to everyone who kept checking in during my absence your support means the world to 56 to Rivington. 

I have so much to report that I hardly know where to begin but I thought I would kick this summer weekend off with a really bright USA discovery.  Sephora has collaborated with Pantone (Genius!) to create the most vibrant palettes I have seen in a long time.

Having checked these guys out in person I can confirm that the palette is huge (it claims to be able to 'slip' into your handbag but I'm not so sure about that!) and the pigment in the product is rich and blendable, inspired by nature, with a really great variety of colour and tone to create anything from a sultry smokey eye to girly ombre shadow and even a striking neon eyeliner.  This is the perfect product for make up junkies and people who are experimenting with their look alike as it covers all colour bases!

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Not only have they collaborated on palettes but they have also come up with some pretty awesome hard wear too.  These brushes are super soft natural bristle brushes housed in a case that matches the shadow palette (which incidentally are both very slimline).  I really hope this collaboration continues with more collections coming out each season because with a partnership like this one the possibilities are endless.

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Both of these products are really reasonably priced with the palette being $55.00 (£35.20) and the brush set $38.00 (£24.30).  If you are near a Sephora go and have a look, although that place is dangerous I never leave without spending a fortune.

Have a vibrant weekend guys!

Setting the Tone...Jubilee

1) Beautifully Regal interiors inspiration as featured in my home...OK, it's the Queen's home Buckingham Palace.  Understated huh?

2) Limited Edition Lancome - Jubilee Genifique Youth Activating Concentrate, gimicky, expensive, Monarch approrpriate!

3) Adorable crown necklace from cult London label Tatty Devine, perfect for your street party.

4) If you really want to feel like HRH then this is her favourite brand of handbag, Fact! not cheap but if its good enough for the Queen of England then it's....
5) Estee Lauder can always be relied on to release a compact in celebration of, well, anything really and the Jubilee is no exception, Union Jack Solid Fragrance compact, £320.00.
6) Celebrate 60 years in comfort with this cute Changing of the Guards vest from British brand Aubin and Wills.
7) YSL - Rouge pur Couture - A Right Royal Red.
8) Steam Cream in a glorious Limited Edition Big Ben Tin,  Adorable.  


What are you doing in celebration of The Queens 60 years on the throne? Did you even know this was happening?

Little Quirks...

I still adore the pale pink hair trend even though it has been done to the death, it's so pretty and feminine and I really hope it lasts just one more summer.

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Oh Man, These Chanel beauty marks are just killer, what a gorgeous splash of rock and roll added to a really dainty eye make-up.

Amazing, another awesome MAC collaboration, this time with Ruffian.  Resulting in some super fierce temporary talons. How gorgeous are the matt black and gold versions?  

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I just love adding something quirky to an everyday look.  Either Pink hair, a beauty mark or a matt black manicure should do the trick this week! 

I Love Lucy...

Do you ever get the feeling that you have so much going on it's hard to keep on top of everything? Well I am having that feeling! With only a week of filming left to go on the TV series I am currently working on, I can't wait to get back here to fill you guys in on whats been going on and the exciting things happening for 56 to Rivington in the near future. In the meantime here is a woman who knows exactly what it feels like to have things moving just a little too quickly!

 

Don't you just love their hair do's?

French Fancies

Embryolisse is a pharmaceutical skincare company hailing from Paris that has been an expert in it's field for more than 60 years. Their products are a massive hit with skincare devotee's and Make-Up Artists alike.  I find when I'm working long hours my skin really dries out.  At home I always keep my very favourite skin care products to hand, but I also always have some rotating new ones that I am in the process of trying out.  Embryolisse - Filaderme Emulsion is one of those products.

It is a brilliant moisturiser that really packs a punch.  My skin has been crying out for a product that is light but incredibly hydrating and this really ticks both of those boxes.  

In the translated direction sheet that is packed into the box I found a section filled with little skincare tips.  They are so typically French and such good advice that I think we could all do with incorporating them into our skincare routines.  Here are just a couple...

• Don't let water dry on your skin, It will dehydrate it.
• Don't rub your skin dry, pat it gently with a towel.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and excessive quantities of tobacco and alcohol.
• Eat a balanced diet keeping fats. sugar and salt to a minimum.

If you discover Embryolisse on your travels pick up some of their products and let me know what you think of them.

Some Snapshots

Here are some very mediocre Instagram shots I quickly snapped last week on my make-up truck just after breakfast. A little sneak peek into my daily life at the moment.

{A Continuity File} - {A Variety of Pins}

{Some SFX Sponges} - {A Bunch of Hair Products}

{Some of the Stuff at my Station} - {An SFX Palette}

{The Lid of an SFX Palette} - {One of my Flight Cases}

{A Selection of Skincare Products} - {Some Heated Rollers}

{Cotton Buds for Various Things} - {My Beloved Bobbi Brown Palette}

{I Would be Lost Without These} - {Glorious Loose Powder by Make Up Forever}

Epithet - A Cautionary Tale

Since I have been absent this whole week, I thought I would leave you with a lovely little film that I shot recently.

Be warned the language is very strong and there is some violence so please heed the message at the start of the film if you are easily offended. If not then take a look.



Can you guess who Patrick Stewart is playing a contemporary version of?

Have a great weekend!