The Makeup Show Orlando!

I have very exciting news for all of you! Through the Beauty Bloggers of Central Florida group that I am a part of, I am going to be able to attend The Makeup Show Orlando tomorrow and Monday! I went to the blogger preview that they held for us tonight and there is going to be some really awesome stuff showcased throughout the show. I am going to try my hardest to take lots of pics and get tons on info so that I can share it all with you guys!!

Cult Nails was able to get a booth there so I will also be helping Maria work the booth off and on, along with her husband and some other girls from our blogging group! I am beyond excited for all that is in store for the next two days!

For those that don't know what the Makeup Show is, here is the press release to help explain:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

BEAUTY, INSPIRATION, AND EDUCATION IS LESS THAN ONE MONTH AWAY AT

THE MAKEUP SHOW ORLANDO

Beauty brands and top makeup artists are standing by to share their newest products and beauty secrets on November 4 and 5

NEW YORK, NY (October 2012) - The Makeup Show Orlando is excited to bring beauty, inspiration and education to the Sunshine State in less than one month on November 4 and 5. Top beauty brands will congregate under one roof for two days to launch new products and offer exclusive pro-only discounts. Amongst these brands are Diamond Sponsor MAKE UP FOR EVER, Platinum Sponsor Crown Brush and TEMPTU PRO, Supporting Sponsors INGLOT, Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics, Cosmix School of Makeup Artistry, On Makeup Magazine, and The Powder Group. Other brands include Stila Cosmetics, Embryolisse USA, Kissable Couture, Kevyn Aucoin, Senna Cosmetics, Cinema Secrets, and Graftobian Makeup Co (to name a few). In addition, many of these brands will be hosting seminars and sharing their secrets on the main stage and in the Keynote & Business Forum. A few of the Keynotes you will not want to miss include:

A Career in Makeup with AJ Crimson

From celebrity clients including Fergie, Estelle, Hillary Duff, Keyshia Cole, and Missy Elliot to his lip gloss brand Kissable Couture, and his own eponymous AJ Crimson brand, AJ has managed to make a name for himself in multiple areas of makeup artistry. In his first time as a featured keynote at The Makeup Show, AJ tells us the truth about building your own name, branding yourself as an artist in diverse areas. AJ will take you through his techniques for flawless application and reveal his secrets for success for the red carpet, for real women and everyoccasion in between.

The Journey of Special Effects Makeup with The Wolfe Brothers – Brian and Nick Wolfe (sponsored by Graftobian)

Identical twins, Brian and Nick Wolfe, take to the stage and show you the artistry they have become internationally recognized for while sharing their story about how two young men made a name for themselves in Florida theme parks. Watch and learn as these masters show you what you need to know about body art.

Also, taking the Main Floor to educate on the trends of the industry from bridal to airbrush include INGLOT Cosmetics, Stila Cosmetics, MAKE UP FOR EVER, Naked Cosmetics, Crown Brush, Mehron, Senna Cosmetics, TEMPTU PRO, Alcone Company to name a few. For a complete list of Main Floor Seminars and times, visit the schedule here.

The Makeup Show Orlando is held on Sunday, November 4, 2012 from 9am to 6pm and on Monday, November 5, 2012 from 9am to 5pm at The Peabody Hotel Orlando, 9801 International Drive. For a complete list of participating brands, educational speakers, schedule of events and prices, please visit www.themakeupshow.com.

About The Makeup Show

The Makeup Show is owned and produced by Metropolitan Event & Production and travels internationally from LA, NYC, Chicago, Europe, and Orlando. Bringing each destination over 60 beauty brands, and unique convergence of artists and community, where beauty professionals are sure to find an artistic energy that will inspire any beauty buff, from the passionate beginner to the seasoned professional. Each show offers an unparalleled lineup of education and appearances from top beauty professionals and focuses on career building and networking within the makeup community. The show provides a unique experience for the makeup professional to network directly from the best in the business. 

 

(photo credit: Brandon Showers)

 

 

I feel so grateful that I am able to attend as press and be able to get an inside look into some of these brands! I can't wait to share it with you all! I will try and post things in real time on instagram and twitter, but the full blog post won't come until later in the week, so make sure you are following me on those sites! :)

 

Instagram: prettylittlebottles

Twitter: @alyssaPLB

 

Have a great rest of the weekend everyone! :)