MAC Basic Training

Hi guys!! So if any of you follow me on twitter, you know that I've been hired to work for MAC Cosmetics and I will be a part of the grand opening of a freestanding store! Everything really happened so fast and I am so grateful and I truly feel like the happiest girl in the world! MAC basic training is a five day course- we went over anything and everything there is to learn about MAC products, how to give our customers the best service, and of course- makeup! I learned soo many cool new things and I really look at makeup in a totally different light!! Our trainer is an amazing artist and such a joy to be around! I honestly don't think I could have had a better experience! I'm going to share a few pictures with you =]



My MAC Bible =] Basic training workbook!


Our trainer doing a demo on contouring, and the end result =]



My roommate was a hair stylist and she dyed my hair back to a single color again! yay!

My very first (and incomplete) face chart!


Right after doing each other's makeup

My prize for winning 1st place MAC jeopardy lol; black clothing dye, lint roller, tic-tacs, Nightsky soft sparkle pencil, Jardin Aires pigment vial, It's a Miracle mineralize shadow duo, Cruise Control lipglass, Morning Glory and Ensign lustreglasses how cute is that?! All of the other girls also got great goodie bags with fun makeup!

Right before leaving on our last day, our awesome trainer came out with cupcakes to celebrate our first day with MAC and welcoming us into the family, he gave us a speech that literally made me tear up!!

Tears of joy =')

My certificate

This will be an experience that I will never forget! It really made me fall even deeper in love with the brand and so proud to be a part of it! It's truly a dream come true.. sometimes I really doubted my chances, but I've learned that anything is possible with a positive attitude and a passion for what you love.. Please go out and follow your dreams!

MAC Volcanic Ash Thermal Mask Review

I am LOVING this product! I purchased the mask after a subbie's encouragement and I am so impressed. First, I washed my face with my usual cleanser and applied the mask immediately to my damp face with wet hands (water activates the warming sensation.) The intense heat felt great on my tired face! Although the sensation only lasts about five seconds, it allows the mask to work deeper and help unclog your pores from impurities. I felt like Shakira in La Tortura video while smearing the black mask all over my face lol.
Because the heat is activated on contact with water, I began applying it to my problem areas which are my nose (clogged pores) and chin (menstrual breakout) before spreading it all over-careful to avoid the sensitive eye area! The mask only requires five minutes to work its magic and washing it off was a breeze! My skin felt very soft and the blemish on my chin which was inflamed before the mask has reduced considerably! I was actually worried the mask would irritate that area so I was thrilled to discover the complete opposite! I have a feeling that this mask, along with my current cleanser and the Volcanic Ash exfoliator will be just the thing to clear my stubborn pores and make my skin glow!
I highly recommend giving the mask a try and I can't wait to see what my skin looks like a month from now using this mask once a week. =)

.99 cent Red Cherry Lashes!!

Red Cherry lashes are on sale now at Status Glam Status Glam for only .99 cents!! Is this not amazing news?! Take advantage of this awesome price now and get ready for holiday season! =]

XO, Bryani<33

Fashion Forward Interview Outfit.

Hi Dolls!
Soooo I have a huuuuge interview this upcoming thursday and I have been going nuts getting everything ready! I thought I'd share the things I've purchased so far =]

The lovely Dulce's "How to glam up your 9-5" video was SUCH a big help I can not thank her enough! I fell in love with one of the outfits she wears in this video (the one with the yellow top and flower lace pantyhose), I knew it'd be perfect for my interview, except I have to wear all black ;)

The Top.

Yellow Victorian Ruffle Top available at http://hotmiamistyles.com $26.99
They didn't have it in black so I ordered the white top and I'm actually going to dye it myself with good old Rit fabric dye (available at Wal-mart) I have NEVER done this before so I can only hope for the best!



It feels like there's a 50/50 chance of me wearing this top to the interview. One, because I ordered it yesterday (labor day-no post office) and although I paid $25 extra for express shipping, it still may not arrive by tomorrow.. and Two, I may ruin it during the dye job lol! but it was a risk I was willing to take for such a beautiful outfit(I already have a different back-up blouse just in case!).

The Pencil Skirt.

Express- Studio Stretch High Waist Pencil Skirt. $49.50

I love it! It wears beautifully and it's so comfy! It cinches the waist and the stretch fabric really hugs your curves. I feel confident wearing it which is most important!

The Shoes.

Charlotte Russe Platform Pumps. 24.99 I couldn't find a picture of the exact shoes I purchase but they're similar, only mine are patent leather and peep toe.

The shoes at CR. are buy one, get one for $10; so I got a pair Suede Slouchy Boots



They're knee-high and I love em!

On the hunt for:

The flower laced stockings!! I got beautiful flower lace LEGGINGS from Forever 21 but I just don't like how they are cut off at the ankles..

it doesn't look right with a pencil skirt.. if anybody knows where to find the stockings please leave me a comment! If I can't find them tomorrow, I'll just pick up some sheer black pantyhose but I feel that the flower lacing would be strongly remembered and just gives the whole outfit a huge dose of fierceness. Do you agree? -

The Backup.

Miley Cyrus & Max Azria - Chiffon Ruffle Blouse $12.00 (!)

The Hair.

My hair is a lot shorter after they "trimmed it" so I wanted to get hair extensions! *shout out to my yt bff Ledy! fafibaby12 lol* I bought the human hair extensions strip at Sally's for $49, and I will prepare it tonight by sewing the clips into it. I'm going to wear my hair curled and half up w/ a big birdsnest (teased) lol and I'll be wearing a black flower hair clip that has glitter and feathers! =] I'm going to keep the accessories simple and wear my Black Daisy Stone Bracelet from Status Glam.


Yay! I'm feeling really good about this.. the outfit is probably only a small factor in helping me get the job but I need to feel confident and do my best!

Update

Hi dolls! I've just added the sidekick app Blog Warrior to my phone in hopes of keeping this thing updated more frequently. I want to keep this blog personal as well as makeup related to better keep in touch with you! Would you guys mind some diet/fitness (or lack of!) and everyday nonsense? Im going to try and update at least four times a week!

Meet Suri! =]

My niece, Jazmine just got her very first pet =]
The breeder brought us two pekingese puppies and a t-cup poodle to choose from and I immediately fell in love with the pups<3 but the pekingese are soo lazy! lol The tiny poodle was mingling with everybody and barking at my chihuahua Giselle while the other two just laid flat on the floor! If you've watched The Girls Next Door on E! you probably remember Bridget's puppy Wedneday.. they're the same breed =]

This is the puppy my sister decided on (my fav!). Her name is Suri Gremlin haha. Isn't she cute?!

Lisi's StatusGlam.com Haul

First of all I loved her title! haha
Status: Glam?
Yes girls, we can all be glamour status 24/7! hehe

Lisi made a post on her blog featuring the items she received from http://statusglam.com and I loved it!

We were supposed to meet up at the IMATS in June but her phone battery died! lol There are so many amazing people that I have yet to meet and it's all so exciting. Have I mentioned how much I love my subscribers?!