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Vania Bailey on eyebrows: The big dark arch is out as the natural look takes over

It’s out with the big bold arched brow and back to the more natural look and thank goodness for that, says Hawke’s Bay’s cosmetic tattooist and make-up artist Vania Bailey “Finally the more natural fluffy brow is back,” Vania who …Read More

Permanent makeup: Give yourself a winter beauty boost

Winter can make us feel rather gloomy. Sunlight hours are short and often spent indoors. Permanent makeup artist Vania Bailey says the lack of vitamin D during winter can cause us to feel down in the dumps. “Not only that …Read More

Solution for fuss-free makeup

If, like me, you wear eyeliner but are finding it, shall we say, a little bit challenging to see what you are doing, then I have the solution for you – permanent eyeliner. Hawke’s Bay professional makeup artist Vania Bailey …Read More

Winter a time to nourish and flourish

Winter is a time to not only nourish your body, but to reflect and count your blessings, says Vania Bailey. The professional makeup artist and Hawke’s Bay “Brow Queen” believes in not only taking care of yourself, but also other …Read More

Women need to ‘ignite the spark’

VANIA BAILEY has big plans for 2017 – she wants to help women empower themselves. “This year is about looking after yourself. If you don’t take time out for yourself you are doing yourself and everyone around you a disservice,” Vania …Read More

Hot tips for racing day from Hawke’s Bay fashionista

Read Vania’s race day advice over at the Hawke’s Bay today.

Hawke’s Bay School Ball Season

I had the pleasure of working with a gorgeous school girl Elise Trow and finding the perfect outfit to wear to a school ball. The season is well upon us and the girls seem to be very organised. The dress …Read More

Hawke’s Bay Wedding by Hawke’s Bay Make up Artist Vania Bailey

Hermione Peach got married at Mission Estate Winery to her husband to be Dan Kaans. Hair was done by Pure Hair and flowers were created by Zinnia. Hermione wanted a natural bridal look with defined eyes and flawless eye brows. …Read More

Felicity’s Makeup for her Hawke’s Bay Wedding

Felicity looks stunning on her wedding day beaming with happiness dressed in white and bridesmaids in navy blue, their make up was striking yet with a natural finish focusing on bringing out the eyes with nude lips . Felicity got married at …Read More

Step out of your comfort zone

Women look and feel their best when they are comfortable. But if you don’t experiment with different looks, you can get stuck in a beauty rut. You will never know what colours, combinations, or type of look  you will fall …Read More