Welcome to Stylists' Lounge!
Style and Talent Meet Here

The lounge is opening its doors to everyone who diligently contributes to the creation of style in any way: makeup artists, hair stylists, stylist consultants and many more professionals.

Who visits the Lounge?

The Lounge is open exclusively for style gurus but we also welcome industry professionals and organizations/agencies that are searching for bright talents, creativity and offering excellent opportunities to our visitors. Thanks to industry guests and supporters the Lounge is able to share unique and special opportunities, upcoming events and other information that can benefit our visitors. We will regularly feature a Star Talent who earns a special status of OlenaInStyle.com Star Stylist or Makeup Star and receives our exclusive emblem for personal use on his/her blogs and web pages.





But it does NOT mean that other fashion fans are not welcome! ALL fashion lovers: come in, get comfortable, meet our starring models and watch our show.

Featured Article of 2008

"Cut vs. Color: What Creates Your Style". It is an entertaining and informative article combined with lots of images of the best hair styles 2008.

An Opportunity for Readers

Please e-mail us the questions about style, makeup or hair that you would like our guests to answer. Also, you are welcome to suggest the topics that you would like to be highlighted in future issues of the Lounge or on OlenaInStyle.com.

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Lounge Submissions

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Professional Makeup: Sharing The Best Makeup Tips

Makeup 101: What Do I Need to Know?
Professional Makeup Tips for Extreme Situations
Fall 2008 from John Galliano: Extreme Makeup and Hair Fashion
Visage Fashion: Professional Makeup Brushes
Visage Fashion: Part II - Lipstick Secrets Exposed
Visage Fashion IV: Foundation FAQs
Visage Fashion V: Foundation and Common Misconceptions
Professional Makeup: Popular Choices 2008

OlenaInStyle.com Star Makup
Shon Sanks: Step Out of Your Comfort Zone!

Models:
Kemmie
Ally Bourbeau
Candice

Photography: Kelvin Bushan
Shinobi Muhammed
Rich Mccant

Hair:
Jjareika of Attitudes by Moe

Olena: Makeup is truly a fascinating art. I am saying it not as a model but first of all as a woman. How would you explain the magic of makeup?

SS: The magic of make-up is a phenomenal thing. It can transform you from a natural beauty to a glamour goddess and beyond. I also find make-up to be the power to change your emotions and moods. While you feel pretty in natural colors, soft or dramatic smokey eyes with false lashes may make you feel seductive. Make-up is a true form of art because it involves creativity, edge, and simplicity. It's the art that is designed to make you feel good and have fun while trying new things. I encourage everyone to try and enjoy its magic.

Olena: What is your favorite thing about your profession? What motivates you every day?

SS: My favorite thing about the profession is meeting new people. I love being surrounded by new faces; it gives me a chance to create and explore art all over again! I also love to be inspired by other people. Passion, love, drive and determination for make-up artistry motivate me every day. This is what I was born to do. It's something that has consumed me entirely. I love it because it comes from my heart, soul and mind. I put my all into makeup and look forward to each and everyday opening a new chapter and beginning a new journey. Just can't get enough of make-up!:)

Olena: What makeup brands are your favorites (if any) when working on a photo shoot or any special occasion makeup?

SS:It's hard to stick to brands. I use a little to a lot of everything like a make-up addict. There's always something better out there, and if it's better, that's what I want. Allowing myself to get stuck on a brand will cause missing out on great products, so I try them all and keep what works best. That's the beauty of having variety.

Olena: If you could share 3 best pieces of professional makeup advice that would work for any woman, what would that be?

SS:
1.Take good care of your skin;
2.Keep your brows shaped, arched, etc.(that is so important!);
3.Don't be afraid to try new beauty enhancement ideas, such as eye shadow colors or false lashes. Also add a little mascara to your bottom lashes.

Olena: What are the biggest mistakes that women make when applying makeup (to your opinion)?

SS: Makeup is such a free spirited art with no rules, therefore, it is complicated to say what's right, what's wrong or even call a mistake. Personally I would love to see more women take a risk and step out of their comfort zones. Natural colors and tones, such as bronze, copper and gold, are very beautiful but don't forget: we live in the world of color, so don't be afraid of trying yellow, blue, green or even purple eye shadow once in a while. Just a suggestion… I encourage trying new things and if you find that it's not you, you will still get applause from me because you tried something new!

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