"The Power 9" - A Plus Model's MakeUp Kit

I'm not much of an everyday makeup wearer, however I accept the importance of a full arsenal to put on my best face when in front of cameras and on the runway.  To be honest, the "runway" is where ever you or me happen to be: the mall, Panera Bread, the dealership, or at work.  So I know I should "beat" my face on a regular basis.  Don't be a rebel like I am and get caught out there when someone walks up to you, midday, and says, "OMG! Can I take a picture with you?" and you're bare face with only your Carmex on.

I asked my friend and owner of Flawless Makeup Art, Joy Randall, to send me a list of "must-haves" to build my makeup arsenal.  Hint: If you're an aspiring plus model, be sure you are always prepared with these products.

"The Power 9" Make Up Kit Essentials

Powder
Eye Shadow Palette

Concealer 

Blush

Mascara

Eye Liner

Gloss

Lipstick and/or Lip Pencil

Where do you purchase your makeup? MAC, Clinique, L'oreal, Sephora, etc. Tell us and we'll share your suggestions!

Joy Randall is the instructor for The Plus Academy CHARLOTTE's "In Case of Emergency: Becoming Your Own Makeup Artist" class.  Her work can currently be seen on VH1's "Fantasia For Real".

Getting the "perfect fit" @ Eliza Parker

While casually seeking out a new outfit to wear to the Open House for Plus Academy CHARLOTTE, I ran right into Eliza Parker's Facebook ad.  Right away I thought, "I love the tailored look of her clothes."  See, I'm not much of a frilly-flowery girl.  Rather, I prefer strong, deep hues and well-constructed, feminine garments with clean lines.  So as I continued to peruse her site, I said to myself, "she understands my style."  I often have so much trouble finding a beautiful article of clothing plus a great fit (outside of buying custom).  Still looking through the virtual racks of her  dresses, career wear, and separates, I recalled all my online purchasing mistakes. You know, the ones where the model wore it so well, but once you received your package, removed it from the box, slid it on and looked in the mirror, you found yourself saying, "I'll stick to buying locally.  This is not how I thought it would look on me!" Right then...I clicked the link, "perfect fit." Try it.  The names are so much fun.  Once you choose whether you are a Strawberry, Pineapple, Pear, Apple, or Hourglass, Eliza takes you on a sort of personal-styling tour.  She shows you what pieces will work best for your body type.  Hey, many designers have tried and failed at this attempt.  But Eliza Parker, she's hit the nail on the head! 

What are you wearing to the Open House? Shop Eliza Parker and find your Perfect Fit.

Registration

The Plus Academy CHARLOTTE is jam-packed with the most relevant and current information to assist you in building your modeling career.  Instructors from the fashion mecca, New York City, Virginia, Atlanta, and of course, the Queen City will be present each week to prepare you for the competitive plus modeling industry.

Fall semester begins October 2011 at Spirit Square, 345 N. College St., Charlotte, NC.
For your convenience, we've created an Installment Program.

Installment Plan:

1st: $100 to reserve your seat today

2nd: $200 before July 15, 2011

3rd: $200 before August 15, 2011
Final: $100 before September 1, 2011

All payments are non-refundable

Register Fee Schedule

Full Tuition $600.00 1st Installment $100.00 2nd Installment $200.00 3rd Installment $200.00 Final Installment $100.00 Late Registration (after 9/2/11 $689.00

Not sure yet? Learn more about The Plus Academy CHARLOTTE.