Behind the Scenes With Pure Anada

Photos by Krysten Cathleen Photography

Last week I scheduled a photoshoot for my Etsy shop and had the pleasure of working with a local makeup company, Pure Anada.  The lovely Kristen came down to do our makeup before we headed out to our shoot location, and I couldn't be happier with the outcome!

Here's Heidi's look:

Photos by Krysten Cathleen Photography

We wanted a super light, summer look with a smooth pink lip.

Along with the powders shown above, we also used Pure Anada's fantastic Natural Mascara in black (one of my personal favorite products), the Berry lip pencil, Fresh Mandarin mineral blush and a translucent pressed powder.

Here's Anne's Look:

Photos by Krysten Cathleen Photography

With Anne's skin tone Kristen went with a different palette for her eyes with gorgeous creme and yellow shades.

Huge thanks to Pure Anada for doing our makeup for us and making us look so beautiful and fresh!

Check out Pure Anada's natural makeup products on their Website, Facebook, and Instagram!

At The Greenhouse

Skirt from my Etsy Shop, photo by Krysten Cathleen Photography

This week we headed to my local Greenhouse and had the most wonderful photoshoot!  I'm so excited to share these behind the scenes photos with you!

There were flowers galore which was perfect for the Summer clothing we were shooting!

I'll admit, I sorta forgot how hot greenhouses can be, and I am surprised I don't look how I feel in this next photo - I was literally sweating from my eyelids!

Makeup by Pure Anada Cosmetics

Despite the heat it was a really fun shoot and I am even more excited to show you the shots to update my Etsy listings and add the new pieces (2 new kimonos are coming!)

Follow me on Instagram @heidi_and_seek for sneak peeks and new designs!

Pure Anada Collaboration: Behind the Scenes

I recently had the wonderful opportunity to collaborate with my favorite makeup company, Pure Anada.  

They have the cutest shop in Morden, MB and I own a ton of their stuff so I was super excited when they contacted me!

Pure Anada is a natural makeup company made right near my hometown.  I currently am loving their tinted moisturizer, cream blush and spring eye shadow colors!

I was contacted to provide clothing for a photoshoot that they were doing in partnership with Causemetics, an organization who is dedicated to helping women who have cancer.

Our beautiful model Melanie got all dolled up care of Pure Anada, donned two of my pieces and was a knockout!

Here's a few photos I snapped with my iPhone at the shoot

Purchase this top here

I'll share more once the final photos come available, but I just wanted to share a peek at the day.

Melanie is wearing custom jewelry from Marni Luhu who also partnered with us for the day!

You can read Melanie's blog post about there day here and make sure to check out Pure Anada, and Causmetics for more information about these fantastic companies!

Swimco

Today I'm partnering with Swimco to share my experience with their new Website!

I was impressed to find, while I was browsing around, that they have a large range of sizing including larger cup sizes which is sometimes hard to find especially when you're sorta hour glass shaped like me!

I found the site easy to navigate, using categories, and lots of options like color, brand, fit, etc. and lots of shapes and styles!  I chose this beautiful Beach Glass Tankini because it has underwire support as well as a bra clasp inside of the top!  

I'm very happy with how this top fits, as I am fairly full busted, it's important to me to be supported and feel like everything is going to stay where it belongs at the pool or the beach, and this top does just that while also being extremely flattering!

I went with these hipster bottoms in the Aussie Tab style, and they are also quite comfortable!

I'm so excited it's finally Summer weather, and we can start enjoying the rays and the water!  If you still don't have the perfect suit for this Summer, take a look at Swimco, and enjoy FREE SHIPPING with this code: HEIDIANDSEEK

Make sure to order fast, this code expires June 22, 2014.  Happy shopping!

Photo Credit: Krysten Cathleen Photography // Bathing Suit: c/o Swimco

Etsy Love: Noella Beauty

My sister ordered some samples of mineral eye shadow from Noella Beauty a while back and then graciously gave them to me!  I LOVE them!!!  They are such pretty colors and show up so well on my eyelids-PLUS they are all natural-yay!

So I've ordered some for myself, and I'm 'patiently' waiting for them to arrive so I can wear them :)

In further searches on her Etsy page, I also found that she also has foundation, blush, bronzer and more!  I will definitely be ordering more products for Noella Beauty, I can't wait to try them!

DIY Bunhead

Y'know that sock bun everyone's talking about?  Well here's my version, minus the sock!

What you need:

Brush, comb, hairspray, hair elastic, bobby pins

Here's what you do:

1. Put your hair in a high ponytail

2. Hairspray the ponytail to give it texture for back combing

3. Tease your hair from root to tip, giving it volume

4. Hairspray teased hair to help it stay

5. Place hair in a bun shape, pinning around as you go

Voila!

Do you do a regular sock bun, or do you have other secrets for this famous bun?