Thursday, April 5, 2012

Winter Beauty

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Betty
a true winter beauty
she had the most beautiful jewels available to her and she couldn't decide which one to pair with her gown
then she turned to me and asked for my opinion- they were gorgeous!  I couldn't decide either!
I'm going to show her dress because it was a stunner, so enjoy these images...







Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Bridal Fashion Shoot l Reno/Tahoe

1st Look: Peachy warm tones with maroons and pinks...  This look was really about dewy skin and assisting her natural tones to pop a little more.  


I thought I would post a quick before photo.  She really is that gorgeous!


Before...


During...  you can really see the colors mentioned above.  Ivory's, pinks, peaches and a deep berry color.  









The next look (I had about 10 minutes to change it) we used grays with blue undertones.  Honestly, I wasn't happy with the look because I felt like she pulled warmer colors better.  I wish I would have created her evening look with bronzes instead but this amazing photographer, Courtney Aaron (www.courtneyaaron.com) photographed her so well that it didn't matter.  Sometimes you just have to go with it and crunch time is crunch time.  She still looks gorgeous.  We also had Eden there, another AMAZING photographer (I posted her images a few months ago and 2 below).  These ladies make quite the team and we all worked so well together.  edenrosephotography.com







And now about this dress!  Probably one of the most gorgeous dresses I've seen!!!  This dress is from Swoon Bridal, a local Reno boutique.  You can find this dress (and many other gorgeous dresses) here- www.swoonbridal.com  


Let's just show a few more images so you can drool over this gown...



Make-up by: www.kariaddison.com
Hair by: http://www.lindsaylu.net
Photography by: www.courtneyaaron.com
Photography by: www.edenrosephotography.com (see below for her images)

I hope you enjoy this as much as I did!  For more info on her make-up/products used, please email me at info@kariaddison.com

Monday, January 9, 2012

Sabina, Sabina, and more Sabina...

Can you say stunning?  Sabina just got married in November and I had the pleasure of styling her make-up! When I received an inquiry from her (I knew who she was) I was just giddy.  What make-up artist wouldn't want to do her make-up!?  These images I received from www.ciprianphotography.com are gorgeous!


Oh, and I must mention her bridesmaids...all beautiful and so fun to work with!  Lucky me is all I can say.


If you are interested in the make-up used on this bride- email me @ info@kariaddison.com










Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Summer, Summer, Summer....

Love this bride, love her sister and love her mother even more!  Soft spoken women that treat each other with so much respect.  I just felt so comfortable with them and really enjoyed the very peaceful getting ready time.  


They are all so close and it reminded me to keep my sisters and mom close.  It just makes your wedding day that much more peaceful when you are in the moment and sharing those moments with your family. 


I dropped some make-up on her gorgeous robe and she graciously brushed it off.  I am so clumsy but so thankful that it was with her that I did that because she didn't freak out on me! 


These bridesmaids dresses made my top five cutest dresses for 2011!


Enjoy these beautiful photos from www.kendallpricephotography.com










Monday, November 7, 2011

August Beauty...





What I remember most about this red head is that she was so excited to get her make-up done which makes me smile!  I love when I can get a bride in my chair that is excited for make-up style.  Her bridesmaids were lovely and they took really great care of her the whole time.  Each one of them got a personalized look.  I will never forget Tedra and I wish her a long life of happiness and lasting love... 

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

My Grandmother...goodbye

I have been avoiding my goodbyes to my Grandma, Patricia Rickey...but the time is coming near when I have to face my farewell to her.  I know she is in a heavenly place hanging out with other loved ones that have passed, but letting her go has been harder than I anticipated.  We had a bond that I cannot explain.  I will miss her face, her ruby red lips and our card games. I often think about how one more hug and kiss would have been nice...  



I feel you Grandma, I know when you are here.  Thank you for keeping me close to you...I know my mom is missing you terribly, but all of us girls will keep her close as well and comfort her.  This is a really hard goodbye.  My final thoughts and prayers for you will stay close and with you as we say goodbye on 9/24/2011.


Until then, I will be remembering special moments with you...you will never be forgotten.  I love you...  

Monday, September 12, 2011

Spanish Romance l Wedding Style

As promised, I have a new wedding to share!  


If I had to pick only one element to add to my wedding (as hard as that would be) I would choose light.  Candles, bistro lighting or like this wedding, lanterns.  It warms everything up and adds a glow to everything!  It even makes the food taste better, I swear.  


Whenever I style a wedding and find out they have no intention of adding light of any form, I gasp!  NOT GOING TO HAPPEN MY FRIEND!  


Details:  Large deep red rose heads floating as a backdrop, mini golden lanterns lining the isle, a Mexican buffet played up in rich colors, bare bulb lighting, lounge areas mixed in with small and large cocktail tables, large lanterns and a good mix of metallic bronze votives...and of course their own personal stylish touches.




















Enjoy!
Venue: Capri Laguna Boutique Hotel
Wedding Stylist: Kari Addison
Hair Stylist: Ashley Carroll at Champions Salon
Make-up Stylist: Kari with Kari Addison
Photographers: Eden Rose Photography & Melissa Vossler