Behind the Scenes: Making the Magazine

If you're wondering where I've been lately, here's a little hint.  Beautiful Olivia will be featured in Style Magazine's next issue, which will premiere September 30th.  Until then, please enjoy this behind the scenes video.

Photography: Erin L Hubbs
Model: Olivia Pires
Hair: Larry Webb for Salon Vivace Southpark
Makeup: Adrian D Howe
Charlotte Style Magazine

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Published! Charlotte Style Web Campaign - AKA Webgirl

One of the hardest things about my job is waiting for my work to be shown...well here she is - Webgirl!  I worked on this web campaign for Charlotte Style several weeks ago.  Multiple images of the beautiful Megan Scott were taken by Erin L Hubbs to be used by Charlotte Style for a web campaign.  You'll be seeing Megan's gorgeous face for a long time with Charlotte Style - she's the new webgirl!

Thank you to Megan, Erin, Larry (the incredible hairstylist) and Kendrick Slaughter (who provided the beautiful dress and accessories).  This campaign will bring a lot of positive attention to Charlotte Style magazine, and to the Charlotte Fashion Industry.  I'm very pleased to have been a part of it, and I'm so excited to finally be able to show it off!  Watch http://www.charlottestylemag.com/ for more photos of Webgirl!

Photo: Erin L Hubbs
Model: Megan Scott
Wardrobe: KK Bloom Boutique
Hair Stylist: Larry Webb, Salon Vivace Southpark
Makeup: Adrian D Howe

Published! SouthPark Magazine September 2011

I was so thrilled when I got the opportunity to work with SouthPark magazine's September fashion issue!  The wardrobe, shoes (OMG!), accessories...so incredible!  The photographer, Jason Miczek was a lot of fun to work with, and the Harvey Gantt Center was the perfect location.  Hair was styled by my friend and fellow artist, Danielle Maddox.

The fashion focused on bold colors and prints, so Danielle and I decided to let the fashion be the main focus.  We pulled in some key elements of fall hair and makeup trends - metallic earth tones on the eye (gold and copper) and beautiful soft waves and braids in their hair. 

The September fashion issue is on stands at the Charlotte Observer and several locations around Charlotte.  Thank you to everyone for making this shoot such a success!

Photo: Jason Miczek
Location: Harvey Gantt Center, Charlotte
Wardrobe Stylist: Rachel Sutherland
Hair: Danielle Maddox
Makeup: Adrian D Howe
Models: Directions USA

Charlotte Style Magazine Needs Makeup Artists!!

Charlotte Style Magazine is accepting submissions for Makeup Artists who would like to be showcased in the upcoming issue!  Makeup Artists who apply would be considered for editorial spreads, lifestyle pieces, and a feature article.

If you are interested, please email the Associate Beauty Editor (me!) by July 8 with a link to your online portfolio.

I'm very excited to work with the makeup community on this issue, and I can't wait to see all the talent we have in Charlotte!

Send submissions to adrian@beautysophisticate.net

Notes from the Beauty Department: Charlotte Style Magazine

My first act as Associate Beauty Editor for Charlotte Style included some exclusive behind the scenes interviews with the local designers showcased in the Style Around the World Fashion Show on June 16 at the Metropolitan.  Local designers created designs based on a flavor of Vitamin Water, but as well all know, the look isn't complete without the perfect hair style and makeup application.  I was able to ask the designers about their hair and makeup concepts for the show.

Check out my notes on Charlotte Style's Website, and view more articles about the event!



Publication: Charlotte Style Magazine

Photos: copyright Erin L Hubbs, Director of Photography for Charlotte Style Magazine

Makeup: Joy Randall for Tara Davis, Modern Salon and Spa for Remaining Designers

Hair: Modern Salon and Spa

Who, Me?? Yes Me!!!

I've been named Associate Beauty Editor for Charlotte Style Magazine!  I'm very excited and honored to have this new position, and the next issue will be fantastic!

I've worked with Charlotte Style as a makeup artist on covers and editorials several times, and I'm always impressed with how the magazine is run and coordinated - nothing but professionalism and excellence.  Charlotte Style is one of the best local and regional magazines, and wonderful things are happening in the next issue.  I'm so happy to be a part of it and share my ideas!  I've been named "Best of the Best" Makeup Artist by Charlotte Style, and I'll be working along an amazing team of professionals to make this the best issue yet.

The rest of the star-studded team includes:
Bridgette West: Publisher
Shasha Dabney: Editor
Nicole Hale: Fashion Editor
Mike Watson: Arts & Entertainment Editor
Larry Webb: Associate Beauty Editor
Erin L Hubbs: Director of Photography

Thank you to Bridgette and Sasha for bringing me into this amazing team!  We will create the best issue yet!!