A special thank you and virtual hug goes out to Nancy Marcus of Marcus Design. I first came across Nancy's blog after I had moved to Chicago. Like many of us when we move into a new home, we like to start fresh, experiment with new design ideas, and Marcus Design Blog was a huge inspiration for me and for my Chicago home. Marcus Design has been a favorite for a very long time. Fast forward to the present and I have built a home with my husband, live in Tennessee, and have a very rewarding interior | architectural photography business. When Nancy asked me to do an interview for her blog, I was incredibly honored. Nancy is a sweet and kind soul who promotes so many talented designers and artists. I am humbled to be part of her blog today and thank you Nancy for your support and thoughtfulness.
AR Interviews
At Home with Rue Magazine, The Home Edit & My Office Closet Xx
Spring has sprung in the South and spring cleaning is officially underway my Household!! I invited my very talented friends and the organizational duo, The Home Edit, to help me tackle my office closet and whip it into shape. Let me tell you, they did just that and exceeded my expectations!! We laughed, we talked shop and then they kindly kicked me out of the office and went to town! We are sharing their very valuable tips and tricks on how you at home can do the same with Rue Magazine today!! I also wanted to say a very special THANK YOU to one of my dear friends, Jason Arnold Interiors, for helping accessorize my office. I hope you enjoy these valuable resources HERE and we love you Rue Magazine Xx - AR
Behind The Scenes and Behind The Makeup Xx
Thank you Nashville Lifestyles for last month's behind the scenes feature. Since, the holiday season is quickly approaching, I thought I would share some of my absolute favorite makeup staples to make sure everyone is party ready this season!!! Plus, I love sharing all of my coveted beauty finds with friends (Lana & Amy) Xx
- I start with a great Beauty Blender. I wet this and squeeze out excess water and then the fun begins.....
- I moisturize with SPF and then use Becca's Skin Perfector with the blender, I apply this all over and it is magical!! Everyone needs this!! I apply first for a subtle dewy look when I decide to stop editing and pull it together.
- With the same blender, I use my Mac Studio Finish Concealer in NW20. I apply this under my eyes and around my nose. I do not use foundation and this product is fabulous. I often have very long days and this product delivers all day long with sun protection.
- To finish everything off, I use Laura Mercier's Mineral Pressed Powder in Tender Rose. I love her products and again I am looking for long lasting wear and her powder is the best I have ever used.
- So, I am naturally very pale.... In order for me to not look like I have a cold or have the flu, I need blush!!! My top blush finds that I often wear together are Nars Laguna and Bare Minerals Sunkissed I love these and have been wearing them for years. Don't let the deep browns scare you, it gives you a natural sun kissed look.
- Now lets move to the eyes, I will apply a very thin layer of my Mac NW concealer in the inner crease. I find this holds my eyeshadow in place if I decide to wear any. I am recently loving Urban Decay Naked Basics.... along with MAC's PRO LONGWEAR UNINTERRUPTED
- After I apply my eyeshadow, I skip the eyeliner and I go straight to mascara, I swear by Benefit's They're Real !! I love this product and recommend this to all of my clients
- After all of this done, I then move to the brows and lightly fill in some gaps with my Anastasia Brow Wiz Pencil in Taupe I lightly apply this with good lighting and set it with my mineral powder.
- My last and final step are the lips, I like a natural lip and LOVE Mac's Pro Longwear Lip Pencil in Cultured and top this off with Mac's Creme Sheen Pure Zen
- One more little pearl I need to share because out of everything, This is a UNICORN in a bottle.... I am obsessed with DRYSPUN BUMBLE & BUMBLE !! My very talented hair dresser and friend introduced me to this and I thank her everyday!! It is seriously magic and everyone needs this product. I use it for ponytails (everyday) and I also use it when I pull it together and put curl in my hair. Xx
I hope everyone's start to the holiday season is filled with love, family and friends. Safe travels and I have some really fun projects I can't wait to share. Xx
The Creatives Series No. 3 : Interiors
I am humbled to be included and share my story and inspirations with Jennifer Sweet Design. Jennifer has developed a Creative Series Platform encouraging growth and development. As a creative, I find this invaluable. My mission as a business owner and in life is to collaborate and support each others growth in a very authentic way. For me, this is the true essence of success. Please read more about Jennifer and all of us by clicking HERE. Xx
