So first, six hours after I left the La Perla presentation yesterday did I realize how genius it was to pair Hourglass (often a term used to describe a body type) with the high end lingerie line. Ha! But then I’m usually that person who HOURS after an argument has ended, comes up with the best comeback line when it matters no more.

Anyway, Hourglass Cosmetics (who I’m really loving right now for the Ambient Lighting Powder, Arch Brow Sculpting Pencil, and Opaque Rouge Liquid Lipstick) was responsible for the gorgeous highlighted cheeks, strong brows, and bold matte lips seen at the presentation. Celebrity makeup artist Mgani Lee for Hourglass said the look is inspired by the collection which itself is inspired by Spanish culture and strong femininity.

As you can see the look has very clean lines. Although they used lip liners, they were used to softly add definition to the lips with carefully blended edges. The skin was one of the big standouts. Lee used the new Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder—which she described is like walking around with your own soft candle lighting to illuminate your face. She also used two new products that won’t be available until summer and fall: a line of nude lip color in pencil form with a semi-matte finish (called Satin Nude Lip Stylo) that comes in an array of shades and there’s also a lip oil (think Hourglass No. 28 Serum for your lips) that uses a hydrating blend of essential oils to moisturize and prep the lips.

Here’s the official makeup breakdown from Hourglass:

LOOK ONE – La Perla Collection

SKIN: Prep with Hourglass No. 28 Primer Serum to create a seamless canvas for makeup. Follow with Hourglass Veil Fluid Makeup in three shades: Porcelain, Ivory and Honey. “I use the deepest shade to contour, the lightest shade to highlight and the matching shade for the rest of the skin,” says Lee. Repeat the process with Hourglass Hidden Corrective Concealer in three shades: Hidden, Fair and Tan. Finish up with Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder in three shades: Radiant (golden beige), Dim (neutral beige) and Luminous (champagne pearl). “Blending the three powders creates an exceptional glow. You can literally become your own lighting technician.”

EYES: Augment brows with Hourglass Arch Sculpting Brow Pencil in Soft Brunette. Next, line the eyes with Hourglass Film Noir Kohl Eye Pencil in Espresso, and apply the mauve shimmer shade from Hourglass Visionaire Eye Shadow Duo in Exhibition to the lids. “To create a watery effect, I like to dampen my brush with a little No. 28 Primer Serum,” says Lee. “Unlike using water, the shadow never really dries down.” Finish with a few coats of Hourglass Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara.

LIPS: Prep lips with Hourglass No. 28 Lip Oil, launching this summer, and follow by applying Hourglass Femme Rouge Velvet Crème Lipstick in Raven and Icon. “I melted the shades together and applied the new color with a lip brush,” says Lee. “Although vibrant, it’s not an especially sharp shape. It’s still fresh, delicate and elegant.”

LOOK TWO – La Perla Black Label

SKIN: Prep skin with Hourglass No. 28 Primer Serum to create a seamless canvas for makeup. Follow with Hourglass Veil Fluid Makeup in three shades: Porcelain, Ivory and Honey. Repeat the process with Hourglass Hidden Corrective Concealer in three shades: Hidden, Fair and Tan. Finish up with Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder in three shades: Radiant (golden beige), Dim (neutral beige) and Luminous (champagne pearl).

EYES: Augment brows with Hourglass Arch Sculpting Brow Pencil in Soft Brunette. Next, line the eyes with Hourglass Film Noir Kohl Eye Pencil in Eclipse (black) and smudge. Follow with Hourglass Film Noir Kohl Eye Pencil in Espresso (brown) and smudge. “Layering the two shades gives the eyes more depth and intrigue,” says Lee. Follow with the eggplant shimmer shade from Hourglass Visionaire Eye Shadow Duo in Exhibition on the lids. Finish with a few coats of Hourglass Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara.

LIPS: Prep lips with Hourglass No. 28 Lip Oil, launching this summer, and follow by applying Hourglass Femme Nude Lip Stylo, coming this fall. “There are six shades and you pick the one that best suits your skin tone,” says Lee. “Femme Nude enhances your natural lip color. The sensual flesh tones are as appropriate for everyday as they are for the La Perla runway.”

Hourglass is available at Sephora, Barneys, Bergdorf Goodman and Space.NK

About Danielle

New York City freelance writer, Image Consultant, Makeup Artist, Fashion and Beauty Producer for Bag Ladies Radio, and President of Urban Glamour, LLC. I'm a Hofstra University and Fashion Institute of Technology grad with a penchant for pretty and enjoy bringing out the FIERCE in everyone through personalized thorough image and makeup consultations. Think of me as your style and beauty entourage all wrapped up into one bubbly brown package :) I have had the honor and privilege of working backstage at NYC Fashion Week shows like Karen Walker, Jayson Brunsdon, Sabyaschi, Altuzarra, and Bridal Market Week for Vera Wang. You can also find me running around photo shoots doing makeup and styling. If you have a style or beauty question, contact me. Your question could be featured on the site!

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