REAL WEDDINGS: SARA + MATT @ VMFA!

We are super excited to share these photos with you from this beautifully unique wedding! The VMFA set the stage for a truly one of a kind event we are glad we were a part of! Check out their photo story below.

BRIDE & GROOM: SARAH + MATT

RECEPTION LOCATION:  VIRGINIA MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS

PHOTOGRAPHY: NATALIE BELL PHOTOGRAPHY

MAKEUP: LC BASKFIELD

HAIR: SARAH BELL

FLORAL DESIGN: DAN PORTER

CAKE: OLIVIA TERRILL

ARTISTS NOTE: On Sara the look was created to be soft and romantic with a subtly dark eye. I used Temptu Airbrush foundation, Urban Decay Eyeshadows from the Naked Palette in Virgin, Sin, and Naked, Bobbi Brown long wear gel eyeliner in Caviar Ink, Kryolan blush in Natural, Revlon lipstain in Honey Doulce, and Revlon lip gloss in Pink Whisper.  - LC

CONGRATULATIONS to Sara and Matt! Wishing you many years of happiness!

XO,

AVE 42

SEEING RED (AND PURPLE TOO!): FALL COLOR ALERT 2013

Although we are still trying to wrap our brains around how red can be Fall's new "neutral", we can at least say we're excited about this color trend!  This fall we will be seeing a lot of red and purple in both beauty and fashion. 

Typically red is seen as a "power" color, although this season it has oddly been dubbed as a "neutral" color to mix and match with other bold colors such as this season's other favorite: deep purple. Even though it is one of the main colors on the palette, it will be seen as more of a supporting roll to this years heavy fabrics, mixed textures, and love for leather (who doesn't love some leather?). 

Tip: Wear your brighter summer reds  through the warmer days of fall. Once the chill sets in, build  darker hues into play. This goes for makeup as well as clothing! 

Check out some of our favorite fall beauty picks featuring some of these fabulous hues!

Shany 12 Piece Brush set + pouch, $12.95 www.amazon.com

Give your beauty bag a seasonable makeover with this amazingly affordable set of brushes, complete with their own pouch.

YSL Rouge Volupte Lip Shine pictured in 2 Pourpre Intouchable, $34, www.sephora.com

Is it purple? Is it red? It's a little bit of both, WIN!

NARS Mysterious Red Velvet Matte Lip Pencil, $24, www.sephora.com

This lip color is matte, making it a little bit more long-wearing- even after you drink that pumpkin spice latte your lips will still look amazing!

Essie, 'No More Film', $8, www.nordstrom.com

The absolute most perfect shade of purple with a hint of blue!

NARS Blush in Seduction, $24, www.narscosmetics.com

Dark cheeks + fair skin = fall beauty!

Chantecaille Hydra Chic Lip Stick/Persimmon, $34, www.saksfifthavenue.com
The shade of Fire Engine Red you've been searching for...

Haute Polish Trio in London, $29.95, www.hsn.com

Purple, Grey, and Red in one set...yes please!

We want to know what YOUR favorite fall reds + purples are! Send us your product suggestions and we will share you beauty tips and tricks on our Facebook page! If you're in the neighborhood stop by to try on some of our selection of fall colors from Kevyn Aucoin and Temptu. 

XO,

Ave 42

REAL WEDDINGS: MONA + KEN!

Bride & Groom: Mona + Ken

Location: Omni Hotel, Boathouse at Rockett's Landing (Richmond, VA)

Makeup: Natalie Gordon

Hair: Kaitlin Candella

Bridal Gown: Bella Rosa

Photography: Angela Newton Roy

Congratulations to Mona and Ken! We wish you the best of luck in your future together! 

XO, AVE42

REAL WEDDINGS: JESSICA + JEFF

Jessica and Jeff were married on a beautiful Sunday afternoon this past May at the John Marshall in downtown Richmond. Check out their wedding details below! 

Location: Hotel John Marshall (ceremony & reception)

Hair: Bride by Kaitlin Candella, Bridesmaids by Linda Goudie

"We had such a great time working with Jessica, her bridesmaids and family. She looked absolutely beautiful and we could not have enjoyed working in the bridal suite any more than we did!"

 - Kaitlin, Avenue 42

Makeup: Bride by Krista Parker, Bridesmaids Katie Gulla

Photography: James Linkowitz

Planning: Lovebirds

Cake: Cakes by Graham

Thank you for sharing Jessica & Jeff! Best of luck in your life together!

XO,

AVE42