The much anticipated movie has finally arrived and once again we will be inspired by the make-up and style by these four fabulous ladies. But first things first we must know what the Sex and the City gals have in their make-up bag and how to snag their look…
In the film Sex and the City 2, Sarah Jessica Parker delivers an all natural look, but with just enough glam. However, the “all natural look” isn’t so natural to achieve but easy to achieve. Here’s how to get the look for this summer. First, start with a light weight foundation or tinted moisturizer, such as, Lancome’s Aqua fusion tinted moisterizer with spf 15. This lightweight tinted moisturizer provides a smooth and flawless effect, without the impression of wearing foundation. It’s formulation also infuses your skin with water throughout that day, leaving your skin hydrated and glowing all day. If needed, touch up little blemishes with a concealer after your foundation is applied. Yve’s Saint Laurants Touche Eclat is every girls best friend and the number one highlighter and concealer on the market. This portable magic pen offers a natural highlighted look around the cheek bones and under eyes, while concealing those stubborn dark circles we sometimes get. Powder is optional with Carrie’s look since she has dewy skin throughout the film, but if you prefer a slightly matte finish or for those with oily skin, choose a loose powder to set your foundation. Shu Uemura’s loose powder in a translucent shade is a great product to touch up with throughout the day.
Carrie also has those pretty rose pinched cheeks and that can be easily be achieved by simply applying a cream blush in a subtle pink shade. One favorite is M.A.C.s new blushcream which comes in many different shades to give you that pretty rosy look. Carries look also involves a good amount of black mascara to get that flirty youthful look. For those who have sparse lashes, line the eyelash line with a dark brown liner before application to give the illusion of fuller lashes, then apply a generous amount of your favorite mascara. Last but not least Carries make-up bag must always have a pretty pink lipgloss to touch up during the day. Dior’s addict ultra-gloss lipgloss in any rosy shade will give you that beautiful pouty look but without the sticky fuss. You’ll be breaking big’s heart in no time.
We have all tried to embody Samantha Jones sassy sex appeal at some point and what better way than to start with her make-up looks. In the film, she cultivates a whole new look as a bronzed California babe with sassy red lips. The best way to get this look is to incorporate a medium tan based bronzer and a red lipstick to compliment your undertones. First things first, apply your daily moisturizer and let it set for an ample amount of time; then apply your foundation evenly setting with a blotting powder of your choice. Once your foundation is evening distributed and set its time to warm up the skin. Guerlains Terracotta for the face is a wonderful product that comes in many different versions to accommodate the the look you are going for. For a sun kissed look, use Guelain Terracotta Blush and Sun in 01 Biege. However, if you are going for the bronzed goddess look, then try Guerlain Teracotta Bronzing powder Mist offers the effect a natural tan sunny glow. After you have applied the desired amount and reached the level of intensity, just simply smile and apply your favorite blush on the balls of the cheek. Once the skin it looking its best, its time for the for the fun part, knock out red lipstick! Red lipstick is by far the most uplifting color you can apply on your face, especially on those days when you are not feeling at your best. One all time favorite, is Shu Uemura rouge unlimited redlipstick in RD 165, which has promised to be suitable for all skin tones. You really couldnt ask for more in a red lipstick. But don’t forget to apply a red lipliner first, throughout the entire lip in order to get a longer lasting wear each time. And viaola, you are on your way to being sassy vixan!
Miranda Hobbes in Sex and the City might portray the more serious and refined character but her make-up look is just as fun as any other character and you can snag her style simply by applying pink shadow. Here are some tips when going to the make-up counter looking for Mirandas subtle but ultra feminine make-up look. Starting with the eyes , choose a cream colored shadow and apply it all over the the lid up to the brow bone. Then apply a pink shadow only on the lid up to the crease. NARS nepal eyeshadow is a must have; it has soft rose-pink pigment which enhances blue eyes and gives it just enough boldness. Also with this look you can apply a deep royal blue eyeliner in the water line to give your eyes a nice contrast. After applying your eyeliner set it with a similar color to ensure it doesnt bleed or wear off throughout the day. Lastly, apply a deep brown mascara to both top and bottom lashes and


Thanks so much macs for this article.. the girls are always doing their makeup soo well.. my fav is Sarah Jessica Parker’s!.. great tips! -im off to buy Lancome’s Aqua fusion tinted moisterizer with spf 15.
Love this article , just been to see the movie loved it soooooooooo much