Thursday, December 1, 2011
Vogue shoot...hologram nails
Hologram nails by me for the Vogue shoot this week in Athens. Love the new JESSICA Hologram polish! This was the second shoot this week...we shot in an old abandoned house in Keramiko.
Nails for Vogue Greece shoot...Christmas bling
Hey nail lovers! Just a quick post to show you the nails I did this week for Vogue Greece shoot. Glitter and Bling tips with crystals and gold details ! Christmas is near so enjoy these festive nails...
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Twilight Make-up artist speaks about favorite products!
I got this from www.beautyblogginjunkie.com
So, I'm very excited to bring you the I scoop on all things Bella beauty straight from Kristen Stewart's makeup artist on the set of The Twilight Saga: New Moon, Robin Mathews! Robin began her career in as a special effects makeup artist, and broke into the business from there. Beauty followed, and now she has been offered projects that allow her to excel at both beauty and special effects. She got her big break when Sean Penn asked her to department head his film Into the Wild in 2005. After that, her career took off and she hasn't stopped since.
Read on for her top makeup tips, favorite products, and her unusual advice to aspiring makeup artists below!
Beauty Blogging Junkie: What is most exciting about working on The Twilight Saga: New Moon?
Robin Mathews: Being a part of a film and story that is dearly loved by so many people, and living up to their expectations with the make-up design was fun. I hope I didn’t let them down.
BBJ: What are your favorite products?
RM: Well, I'm a fan of Shiseido moisturizers; they sink completely into the skin and don't interrupt the foundation process. I don't live without Cle de Peau Concealers, Stila Convertible Colors, or much of the Laura Mercier line. Anastasia's line for brows is a must in my kit as well as Ve Neill brushes, and a Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler
BBJ: What is your style/technique?
RM: I’m very picky and obsessive about foundation and the application process. Foundation should mimic the texture of real skin and if you see it sitting on the skin, it hasn’t been applied properly. It should be very sheer in the places that you can get away with less coverage, and stippled a bit heavier where more coverage is needed. Proper skin prep is essential to this process also. If skin prep and proper foundation application hasn’t been done, you can forget the the rest.
BBJ: Can you give us some makeup tips?
RM: Quite honestly, I get asked A LOT by artists starting out in the business, and my advice to them is to study drag queen makeup, or at least (good) porn make-up. It is an extreme study of how unappealing features can be sculpted into beauty, and how bone structure can be morphed into something completely different. Makeup tips for average women: research the proper skincare regime and foundation for you. Exfoliate on a regular basis, and use the lightest formula of foundation you can get away with. If you have beautiful skin, don’t use any foundation at all! I love avoiding foundations for some of my characters in films. Most importantly, be happy from the inside, because you are never more beautiful then when you glow from true happiness.
BBJ: What's next for you? What are you going to be working on?
RM: My movie The Final Destination in HD 3-D came out August 28! That was a serious labor of love, and I’m very pleased at how well it turned out! I just saw a screening of The Twilight Saga: New Moon that rocked! (Wait until you get a load of Tailor Lautner and the wolves). [Ed. note: CAN'T WAIT, Robin. I already have tickets for opening day, obv.]
BBJ: What appealed to you most about working on the set of New Moon?
RM: We got to shoot part of New Moon in Italy, so that was a total trip. I wish I were back there now! I am currently in Vancouver shooting The Twilight Saga: Eclipse, and two days prior to coming here, I wrapped The Runaways with Kristen Stewart and Dakota Fanning. By the way, those two were unbelievable; completely playing their own instruments and singing themselves. You’ve never seen Dakota Fanning look like this before. This will be a breakthrough role for the both of them I’m sure. They were undeniably fantastic. Oh, hanging out with Joan Jett every day didn’t suck either!
I love it! I find Robin's advice about studying the makeup of drag queens and porn stars fascinating. It makes complete and utter sense that sculpting unappealing features into something beautiful is the ultimate test for a talented makeup artist. Thank you Robin, for taking the time to provide us with your thoughtful answers! Tell Robert Pattinson I said heeeey.
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So, I'm very excited to bring you the I scoop on all things Bella beauty straight from Kristen Stewart's makeup artist on the set of The Twilight Saga: New Moon, Robin Mathews! Robin began her career in as a special effects makeup artist, and broke into the business from there. Beauty followed, and now she has been offered projects that allow her to excel at both beauty and special effects. She got her big break when Sean Penn asked her to department head his film Into the Wild in 2005. After that, her career took off and she hasn't stopped since.
Read on for her top makeup tips, favorite products, and her unusual advice to aspiring makeup artists below!
Beauty Blogging Junkie: What is most exciting about working on The Twilight Saga: New Moon?
Robin Mathews: Being a part of a film and story that is dearly loved by so many people, and living up to their expectations with the make-up design was fun. I hope I didn’t let them down.
BBJ: What are your favorite products?
RM: Well, I'm a fan of Shiseido moisturizers; they sink completely into the skin and don't interrupt the foundation process. I don't live without Cle de Peau Concealers, Stila Convertible Colors, or much of the Laura Mercier line. Anastasia's line for brows is a must in my kit as well as Ve Neill brushes, and a Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler
BBJ: What is your style/technique?
RM: I’m very picky and obsessive about foundation and the application process. Foundation should mimic the texture of real skin and if you see it sitting on the skin, it hasn’t been applied properly. It should be very sheer in the places that you can get away with less coverage, and stippled a bit heavier where more coverage is needed. Proper skin prep is essential to this process also. If skin prep and proper foundation application hasn’t been done, you can forget the the rest.
BBJ: Can you give us some makeup tips?
RM: Quite honestly, I get asked A LOT by artists starting out in the business, and my advice to them is to study drag queen makeup, or at least (good) porn make-up. It is an extreme study of how unappealing features can be sculpted into beauty, and how bone structure can be morphed into something completely different. Makeup tips for average women: research the proper skincare regime and foundation for you. Exfoliate on a regular basis, and use the lightest formula of foundation you can get away with. If you have beautiful skin, don’t use any foundation at all! I love avoiding foundations for some of my characters in films. Most importantly, be happy from the inside, because you are never more beautiful then when you glow from true happiness.
BBJ: What's next for you? What are you going to be working on?
RM: My movie The Final Destination in HD 3-D came out August 28! That was a serious labor of love, and I’m very pleased at how well it turned out! I just saw a screening of The Twilight Saga: New Moon that rocked! (Wait until you get a load of Tailor Lautner and the wolves). [Ed. note: CAN'T WAIT, Robin. I already have tickets for opening day, obv.]
BBJ: What appealed to you most about working on the set of New Moon?
RM: We got to shoot part of New Moon in Italy, so that was a total trip. I wish I were back there now! I am currently in Vancouver shooting The Twilight Saga: Eclipse, and two days prior to coming here, I wrapped The Runaways with Kristen Stewart and Dakota Fanning. By the way, those two were unbelievable; completely playing their own instruments and singing themselves. You’ve never seen Dakota Fanning look like this before. This will be a breakthrough role for the both of them I’m sure. They were undeniably fantastic. Oh, hanging out with Joan Jett every day didn’t suck either!
I love it! I find Robin's advice about studying the makeup of drag queens and porn stars fascinating. It makes complete and utter sense that sculpting unappealing features into something beautiful is the ultimate test for a talented makeup artist. Thank you Robin, for taking the time to provide us with your thoughtful answers! Tell Robert Pattinson I said heeeey.
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Friday, November 18, 2011
Konstantinos Melis...by LASKOS
HERESIS
Art Direction: Michalis Pandos Make-Up: Manos Vinychakis (for Shiseido) Hair: Vasilis Stratigos (sponsored by G&M) Nails: Anna Almbanis for Nail Academy by NYXI NYXI Lighting Designer: Yiorgos Tellos Music Producer: Yannis Kakavelakis Decoration: Elite Event Athens
Great event for the designers and the nails were to die for ...
Art Direction: Michalis Pandos Make-Up: Manos Vinychakis (for Shiseido) Hair: Vasilis Stratigos (sponsored by G&M) Nails: Anna Almbanis for Nail Academy by NYXI NYXI Lighting Designer: Yiorgos Tellos Music Producer: Yannis Kakavelakis Decoration: Elite Event Athens
Great event for the designers and the nails were to die for ...
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
MI-RO FASHION SHOW
Monday at Golden Hall was the fashion show of design duo MI-RO Dimitris Mastrokalos and Giannis Raptis.
It was held in Kalogirou Shoes for the 120 year celebration of the brand.
Make up was Manos Vynichakis for Shiseido. Manos is one of the leading make up artists in Greece and Creative Director of Shiseido. Modern smokey eye and nude lips and cheek created a dramatic focus to the eyes. The skin was pure perfection using Shiseido foundations that really highlighted the beauty of the models.
Hair was George Doudesis and his team. The hair was pulled back in a low pony tail and teased out to perfection.
Stylist Michael Pandos, and Vogue Senior Fashion Editor, styled the models to perfection. The use use of bold panty hose patterns was an interesting twist.
Now the NAILS... Caviar Nails by me and the Nail Academy by NYXI NYXI were some of the things that caught the fashionista crowd by surprise! 2 tone degradation nails were airbrushed at the academy days before the event and applied by team Mersida Kerama, Stefania, Tracey, and Elina. 33 models wore the nails we had designed.
Designers Giannis and Dimitri as well as Michael Pandos had a pre production meeting to design the nails with me. It was their first time extending the design process to include fingers and toes and I think it was a success.
Photos are courtesy of www.stylista.gr and http://mariakotsari.blogspot.com/2011/10/mi-ro-show-golden-hall.html
It was held in Kalogirou Shoes for the 120 year celebration of the brand.
Make up was Manos Vynichakis for Shiseido. Manos is one of the leading make up artists in Greece and Creative Director of Shiseido. Modern smokey eye and nude lips and cheek created a dramatic focus to the eyes. The skin was pure perfection using Shiseido foundations that really highlighted the beauty of the models.
Hair was George Doudesis and his team. The hair was pulled back in a low pony tail and teased out to perfection.
Stylist Michael Pandos, and Vogue Senior Fashion Editor, styled the models to perfection. The use use of bold panty hose patterns was an interesting twist.
Now the NAILS... Caviar Nails by me and the Nail Academy by NYXI NYXI were some of the things that caught the fashionista crowd by surprise! 2 tone degradation nails were airbrushed at the academy days before the event and applied by team Mersida Kerama, Stefania, Tracey, and Elina. 33 models wore the nails we had designed.
Designers Giannis and Dimitri as well as Michael Pandos had a pre production meeting to design the nails with me. It was their first time extending the design process to include fingers and toes and I think it was a success.
Photos are courtesy of www.stylista.gr and http://mariakotsari.blogspot.com/2011/10/mi-ro-show-golden-hall.html
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Nail foils are back with a Vengeance!
Nail trends are changing, and fast. Louder, edgier more playful nails are all the rage as seen recently on the catwalks in Milan and Paris.
In the world of nails it is all about experimenting, and not taking yourself (or your nails) too seriously. Play with metallics, bright colours, bold prints, reverse manicures – anything goes. Minx Nails is the go-to brand for fashion houses and a favourite amongst celebrities like Beyonce and Katy Perry.
Designers such as Charlie Le Mindu showed designs made completely out of NAILS at his SS12 show in Paris. Items included sweaters, hats and accessories. Marian Newman(world famous nail technician) headed the project and created NAIL HISTORY.
In the world of nails it is all about experimenting, and not taking yourself (or your nails) too seriously. Play with metallics, bright colours, bold prints, reverse manicures – anything goes. Minx Nails is the go-to brand for fashion houses and a favourite amongst celebrities like Beyonce and Katy Perry.
Designers such as Charlie Le Mindu showed designs made completely out of NAILS at his SS12 show in Paris. Items included sweaters, hats and accessories. Marian Newman(world famous nail technician) headed the project and created NAIL HISTORY.
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Gossip....tv
This is what gossip tv wrote about me today!
Η Άννα Αλμπάνη είναι ένα κορίτσι που το γνώρισα πρίν μερικούς μήνες, όταν μας τίμησε με την παρουσία και τις γνώσεις της στην εκπομπή ΚΟΥΣ ΚΟΥΣ. Μια γυναίκα πανέξυπνη με έμφυτο επιχειρηματικό δαιμόνιο, η οποία ξεκίνησε την επιχείρησή της δειλά δειλά, πρίν μια δεκαετία και βρίσκεται σήμερα με μεγάλη αλυσίδα καταστημάτων με αντικείμενο τα νύχια. Δεν είναι βεβαίως μια απλή "νυχού" αν και η ίδια αυτό λέει κάθε φορά που την ρωτούν. Πρόσφατα πηγές μας ταξίδεψαν στο Λονδίνο και όπως με πληροφορήσαν η Άννα...
συνεργάστηκε σε show του διάσημου σχεδιαστή Tom Ford. Μάλιστα κάποιοι μου σφύριξαν ότι ο σχεδιαστής ενθουσιάστηκε με την εξαιρετική δουλειά της Άννας η οποία για την ιστορία να πούμε πώς ηγήθηκε η ίδια της ομάδας που ανέλαβε το show και της πρότεινε να συνεργαστούν και πάλι στο άμεσσο μέλλον σε show που θα κάνει στη Νέα Υόρκη. Μπράβο Άννα...Σε μια εποχή μίζερη και αχάριστη είναι ωραίο να μου δίνεις αφορμές για να γράφω καλές ειδήσεις....
To see the article go to http://www.gossip-tv.gr/node/140077
Η Άννα Αλμπάνη είναι ένα κορίτσι που το γνώρισα πρίν μερικούς μήνες, όταν μας τίμησε με την παρουσία και τις γνώσεις της στην εκπομπή ΚΟΥΣ ΚΟΥΣ. Μια γυναίκα πανέξυπνη με έμφυτο επιχειρηματικό δαιμόνιο, η οποία ξεκίνησε την επιχείρησή της δειλά δειλά, πρίν μια δεκαετία και βρίσκεται σήμερα με μεγάλη αλυσίδα καταστημάτων με αντικείμενο τα νύχια. Δεν είναι βεβαίως μια απλή "νυχού" αν και η ίδια αυτό λέει κάθε φορά που την ρωτούν. Πρόσφατα πηγές μας ταξίδεψαν στο Λονδίνο και όπως με πληροφορήσαν η Άννα...
συνεργάστηκε σε show του διάσημου σχεδιαστή Tom Ford. Μάλιστα κάποιοι μου σφύριξαν ότι ο σχεδιαστής ενθουσιάστηκε με την εξαιρετική δουλειά της Άννας η οποία για την ιστορία να πούμε πώς ηγήθηκε η ίδια της ομάδας που ανέλαβε το show και της πρότεινε να συνεργαστούν και πάλι στο άμεσσο μέλλον σε show που θα κάνει στη Νέα Υόρκη. Μπράβο Άννα...Σε μια εποχή μίζερη και αχάριστη είναι ωραίο να μου δίνεις αφορμές για να γράφω καλές ειδήσεις....
To see the article go to http://www.gossip-tv.gr/node/140077
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
2 Vogues a day keeps bad fashion at bay.
Shooting with the team at Vogue Greece yesterday. I love Vogue Greece for their amazing sense of style and for adding a Greek Chic element to what they do.
They have a way of styling that I adore, and it is always a joy to see how they set the clothes up...add hair,make up and nails and the transformation is completed better than any make over show . I always wondered why they don't tape the process for web videos? It's amazing to see the whole process unfold. Maybe this is the year I buy a good camera and editing suite?
The nails were a mix of nailzilla crown tips fixed with crowns and amazing diamond details and the second look was a Lisa Logan Minx design...
Can't wait to see the final outcome!
They have a way of styling that I adore, and it is always a joy to see how they set the clothes up...add hair,make up and nails and the transformation is completed better than any make over show . I always wondered why they don't tape the process for web videos? It's amazing to see the whole process unfold. Maybe this is the year I buy a good camera and editing suite?
The nails were a mix of nailzilla crown tips fixed with crowns and amazing diamond details and the second look was a Lisa Logan Minx design...
Can't wait to see the final outcome!
Friday, September 23, 2011
ANT 1 tv on Monday
Monday morning I have been invited to do a segment on nails for ANT1 tv here in Athens, Greece !
I think I'll bring the new Jessica Fall collection REBEL GLAM as well as the hot Chanel shades that we had blogged about a few months ago.
I'll post video of the segment on my YouTube channel "nailsgreece" .
I think I'll bring the new Jessica Fall collection REBEL GLAM as well as the hot Chanel shades that we had blogged about a few months ago.
I'll post video of the segment on my YouTube channel "nailsgreece" .
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Tom Ford Secret Fashion Show SS12 during London Fashion Week
Well, London Fashion Week was a whirlwind of shows and the TOP show was the secret viewing at Tom Ford, which I worked at with star technician Marian Newman!
The TF show was a private affair and included Carine Roitfeld, Anna Wintour and even celebrity stylist Rachel Zoe was on hand to view the SS12 collection.
The nails at the show were nudes on the toes and the hands matched the lipstick shades of red, dark plum and dark brown. Make-up artist Charlotte Tilbury created a modern look that was strong as well as feminine. Orlando Pita and his team did the hair which was dry shampooed with his products as well as texturized in a bed head kinda way.
Daphne Groeneveld, Joan Smalls, Candice Swanepoel, Carmen Kass, and Anja Rubik were among the show’s models.
Someone leaked a photo on twitter of the model board and created a frenzy...
Tom Ford was handsome in a black suit and white shirt. I have to say I have NEVER seen a better looking team of staff than the one he has.
Orlando Pita, Hair
Charlotte Tilbury, Make-upAll and all a great experience and I thank Marian Newman for allowing us the chance to help her on this project.
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
ANT1 TV Nail Design Segment
gaga's nailsYesterday on ANT1 TV in Athens, Greece we talked about hot trends in nail art and how extreme nail art is still being seen on stars such as Lady Gaga, Katy Perry and Jessie J.
As well we talked about the new NailPhilia show being held in London and showing works of art from names such an Marian Newman, Sam Biddle and Sophy Robson.
I think nail art is here to stay. Yes nude polish is big this year, but, maybe there is just too much to express ,on the little canvass called a nail ? Maybe nails are meant to be accessories full of life and character. Maybe its we just have too much personality and need more space to express it. Nail Art is here to stay...
Friday, September 2, 2011
VMAs 2011 Celebrity Nails
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Beyonce was wearing a jewel red hue and showing off her baby bump, Demi Lovato was rocking the hottest trend SILVER GLITTER NAILS! Katy Perry changed outfits and nails 4 times! Lastly, Adelle had the nude nail trend in full force with the long almond shape looking beautiful as she sang.
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Shooting with the new Chanel nail polishes
We got to shoot with famed make-up artist Dominic who flew in directly for the shoot.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Hologram hair and feather extensions rocking the fashion world...
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Comercial Shoot for Shampoo
This week I worked nails for 2 comercial for Fructis Garnier. I had never worked on a film set before and it was quite an interesting experience!
The first comercial was shot in Smokovo village, near Karditsa. The production company Avion Films. The second was near Ermou in Syndagma.
I had the pleasure of doing the nails for all the models and Mersinda...the best assistant... helped me do the pedicures for the close up shots on the foot models. 16 hour days and lots of work later we finish both comercials and I will post photos soon!
The first comercial was shot in Smokovo village, near Karditsa. The production company Avion Films. The second was near Ermou in Syndagma.
I had the pleasure of doing the nails for all the models and Mersinda...the best assistant... helped me do the pedicures for the close up shots on the foot models. 16 hour days and lots of work later we finish both comercials and I will post photos soon!
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Omorfia Show this weekend
This weekend is the Omorfia show at the Peristeri Exhibition Center!
Be sure to stop by the Jessica booth and see the new LED Geleration lamp which cures the Geleration polish in just 20 seconds!
Be sure to stop by the Jessica booth and see the new LED Geleration lamp which cures the Geleration polish in just 20 seconds!
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
NY Fashion Week Nails
Friday, March 4, 2011
Jungle Fever
Its all about Jungle Fever still on the Hip Hop and Pop scene....fun jungle nails are still being seen....I think its until people see the new BLIXZ hologram collection with the cool 3-d laser cut photo effect that adds dimension to the foil......
Cant wait till they come in next week..to pre order call 210 8089383-4 or go to Blixz Nails Group (Greece) to see all the photos on FBhttp://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=210693094788
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Evening classes at Nyxi-Nyxi
Tonight the night class is starting at Nyxi-Nyxi in Syndagma and Erythrea!!!
Every Thursday and Friday at 5:30- 9:30 the students will be learning manicures and pedicures for the next month so if anyone wants to come and be a model please feel free to call us at 210 3318005! Models get their nails done for free :)
Every Thursday and Friday at 5:30- 9:30 the students will be learning manicures and pedicures for the next month so if anyone wants to come and be a model please feel free to call us at 210 3318005! Models get their nails done for free :)
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Monimo Berniki with Eleni Menegaki.....Geleration
Yesterday at the Nea Erythrea Nyxi-Nyxi we were doing a nail seminar when the door rang and in walked one of the most beautiful creatures you have ever seen ...Eleni Menegaki.
Mersida did her nails with Jessica permanent polish Geleration in french and she was very happy.
Clients were whispering that she is even more beautiful in person than she is on TV....
And like a breath of fresh air she left us refreshed with her presence.
Friday, February 25, 2011
Mes Sthn Kalh Hara tomorrow...
Tomorrow on Mes Sthn Kalh Hara we are going to be showing the new spring 2011 collection by Jessica...Disco is back with a new pearl white.....and its funny that so many young girls are really open to wearig the new pearl shades.
I used this collection for the Life and Style photo shoot today and yesterday and they looked fresh with the new spring clothes.
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Shooting for the cover of Life and Style
Beautiful 2 day shoot for Life and Style featuring young greek stars and kind of like the young Hollywood issues...gorgeous styling as always by Christos Alexandropoulos and photographed by Kostas Avgoulis...
Nails were the new Jessica Spring collection and Ill post photos as soon as the issue is out...
Nails were the new Jessica Spring collection and Ill post photos as soon as the issue is out...
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Geleration Permanent Polish.....
Tomorrow I have a photo shoot for Life and Style magazine and the concept is FRESH FACES...Ill post some pics of what i come up with tomorrow.
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Groupon Offer
€99 από €250 για Επαγγελματική Εκμάθηση Αποτρίχωσης (Με Κερί) ή €199 από €750 για Επαγγελματική Εκμάθηση Μανικιούρ-Πεντικιούρ με Απόκτηση Πτυχίου, στο Εργαστήριο Ελευθέρων Σπουδών ΝΥΧΙ-ΝΥΧΙ Nail Academy. Η Επιλογή Δική σας!
We decided to do a super deal for people wishing to learn manicure pedicure or waxing! The phone is ringing non stop and its so good to hear people exited about learning something new.
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Antique nail files and buffers....
Friday, February 11, 2011
Photo shoot
Today was the photo shoot for Vogue (Greece) and we had a beautiful model from Portugal named Johanna....I did a long oval 60s-ish talon with cover pink (EZ-flow) and pinched it into a half cylinder...
We photographed with a beautiful little baby girl and I cant wait to see them in the March issue.
Back at the nail academy now...getting ready for the nail design seminar next week
We photographed with a beautiful little baby girl and I cant wait to see them in the March issue.
Back at the nail academy now...getting ready for the nail design seminar next week
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Shooting for Vogue Greece
I love my job. So, when my agency told me I was doing a photo shoot for Vogue Greece this Friday i got excited. But...Im wondering what new and exciting things I could do that we have not seen before on nails. I am trying out the new shattered nail polishes and hopeing that it might grace the pages. Ill keep you posted!
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