Christina Applegate at 2009 Primetime Emmy Awards

in creating Christina Applegate's red carpet look for the 2009 Primetime Emmys, makeup artist Joanna Schlip took inspiration from the dramatic, sweeping Basil Soda gown the actress had chosen to wear. the vintage glamour of the navy stunner called for simple makeup that would still make a statement.

like the dress, Christina's makeup needed to exude a Brigitte Bardot/60's cool, but with a modern twist. since her hair was pulled back in a chic chignon, Joanna was able to play up Christina's eyes with a sexy smolder, while keeping her skin fresh and lips softly pink.

here's how her look was created:

skincare:

for a radiant glow, Joanna prepped Christina's skin with three steps:

1.) she cleansed with Clarins Water Comfort One Step Cleanser

2.) she then applied Clarins Multi-Active Day moisturizer

3.) she followed with Clarins Beauty Flash Balm for smooth, hydrated, radiant skin.

face:



since Christina has naturally beautiful skin, Joanna kept her face mostly bare with a light wash of Clarins True Radiance Foundation. she finished with a dusting of Clarins Loose Powder in Translucent.

cheeks:



for a natural but luminous flush, Joanna applied Clarins Instant Sun Light Shimmer Palette on the apples of her cheeks, sweeping up to the hairline. the shimmering highlighter perfectly reflected the california sunlight, giving a healthy, peachy-pink glow.


eyes:



Joanna reflected the drama of Christina's dress with a smoldering eye. using the dark gray shade from Clarins Colour Quartet for Eyes in So Chic, Joanna gave a smokey depth to Christina's green eyes. to add definition and drama, she applied Clarins Eye Pencil in Black around the upper and lower lash line and inside the wet line, then finished with three coats of Clarins Wonder Perfect Mascara in Black.


lips:

for a soft, modern pink mouth, Joanna applied Clarins Lip Definer in Bay Rose, and then added a hint of gloss with Clarins Colour Quench Lip Balm in Rose Pink.

visit clarins.com for more info on all of the products used.

xo
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2009 SAG Awards Red Carpet Looks

while not truly mind-blowing, the SAG Awards did bring me to say amazing a few times throughout the night. the ladies on the red carpet this past sunday wowed me with colorful gowns and fabulous hair and makeup.

here are my favorite looks:



Taraji P. Henson wore a fabulous white Herve Leroux halter gown and accessorized with a great bracelet in gold tones. her hair shined as usual and fresh, glowing skin complimented a light berry lip.




Anne Hathaway also wore white, but her gown, by Azzaro, had a silver jeweled waistband and neckline. her look was all about lashes and a stained, glossy lip which looked gorgeous with her tousled waves.




Kate Winslet chose to wear a Narciso Rodriguez creation again and looked absolutely amazing! her hair was styled in a side-swept updo and to pull it all together, makeup artist Jillian Dempsey kept Kate's makeup look fresh with a soft metallic eyeshadow paired with a soft neutral palette on her lips and cheeks.





Amy Adams is fast becoming one of my red carpet favorites. in a regal purple gown designed by Giambattista Valli, the Doubt star wore a simple updo and chandelier earrings. red lips and nails gave her look a more glamorous touch, making her one of the night's standouts.




Viola Davis was nothing less than radiant in her yellow asymmetric David Meister gown. i can't get over how fabulous her skin is-- a bronze-peach blush and defined eyes complimented it well. her hair, a great bob styled in loose curls, only flattered the overall look.



Evan Rachel Wood complimented her teal asymmetric Monique Lhuillier gown with fabulous purple strappy Sergio Rossi heels and matching clutch. and while i'm not fond of her haircolor, i think she looked great with softly defined eyes and pink lips.



with hair in a classic updo and wearing an uber-flattering red lip, Christina Applegate chose an Emanuel Ungaro gown. silver-toned jewelery and accessories really popped next to green color of the gown.

xo