Close-up of a woman with shimmering blue eyeshadow and glossy peach lips, highlighting elegant makeup artistry.
Close-up of a woman with shimmering blue eyeshadow and glossy peach lips, highlighting elegant makeup artistry.
Close-up of glossy, iridescent rainbow lips on dark brown skin, showcasing vibrant metallic makeup.

2024

Model: Nova

Photographer: Cassandra Blake

Close-up of glossy, iridescent rainbow lips on dark brown skin, showcasing vibrant metallic makeup.

2024

Model: Nova

Photographer: Cassandra Blake

ANTI-BRIDE

ANTI-BRIDE

A powerful alternative bridal look for a client who wanted to feel like herself, not a traditional "pretty bride." Features a sharp contour and a single, perfect sequin tear.

A powerful alternative bridal look for a client who wanted to feel like herself, not a traditional "pretty bride." Features a sharp contour and a single, perfect sequin tear.

THE VISION

For the bride who rejects tradition and embraces power. This look features a sharp, sculpted contour and a single perfect sequin placed to mimic a tear of defiance. The client wanted to feel like a "goddess of death" rather than a blushing bride—strong, unforgettable, and slightly dangerous. The look photographed beautifully in black and white, emphasizing the architectural elements.

Close-up of glossy, iridescent rainbow lips on dark brown skin, showcasing vibrant metallic makeup.
Close-up of glossy, iridescent rainbow lips on dark brown skin, showcasing vibrant metallic makeup.
Close-up of glossy, iridescent rainbow lips on dark brown skin, showcasing vibrant metallic makeup.
Close-up of glossy, iridescent rainbow lips on dark brown skin, showcasing vibrant metallic makeup.
Close-up of glossy, iridescent rainbow lips on dark brown skin, showcasing vibrant metallic makeup.
Close-up of glossy, iridescent rainbow lips on dark brown skin, showcasing vibrant metallic makeup.
Close-up of lips with metallic multicolored lipstick in gold, green, blue, and purple, creating a shimmering effect.
Close-up of lips with metallic multicolored lipstick in gold, green, blue, and purple, creating a shimmering effect.

THE FORMULA

Individual sequins applied with spirit gum for precise placement. Contour created with cool-toned creams to sculpt without looking muddy. The base was kept matte to withstand tears (of joy) and hours of wear.

CLIENT WORDS

"I told Vex I wanted to look powerful, not pretty, on my wedding day. They delivered. I felt unstoppable."

- Nova
- Nova

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