Makeup: The Ultimate Guide [Paperback]

Rae Morris (Author), Steven Chee (Photographer)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 2008

Simple, step-by-step outlines that emphasize exactly how to apply makeup complement high-fashion images and make this a gorgeous, glamorous guide that will inspire creative, festive faces. Even the most sophisticated and artistic makeup is easy to achieve with these tricks, techniques, and trade secrets. This reference explores all the essential tools needed, how to find the right products—and at the right price—which eye-shadow colors work best for individual eyes, and how to achieve perfect eyebrows and use fake eyelashes. The 10-minute makeovers for both daytime and evening looks help contour and highlight the face, making each one a walking, living piece of art.

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About the Author

Rae Morris is Australia's top makeup artist, having won the prestigious Australian Makeup Artist of the Year award four times over. She is the makeup director for Australian Fashion Week, a twice yearly fashion industry event showcasing the latest seasonal collections from Australia and Asia Pacific designers. Stephen Chee is a fashion photographer who specializes in faces and makeup.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Allen & Unwin (September 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1741752264
• ISBN-13: 978-1741752267
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (33 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,866 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #14 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Beauty & Fashion

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57 of 58 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book, February 23, 2011

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L. Smith "Love to run" (Yountville, CA) - See all my reviews
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This book is a must have for your library. Thank you thank you Rae for doing a section on color theory!!! Yeah. Also big kudos for covering mature make up and a very detailed chapter on contouring. LOVE this book. I hate to say this but I wish it was longer. I hope she comes out with another book because I'd be buying it up real quick. Enjoy the video preview.

53 of 54 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best makeup books, September 20, 2008

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The Mariners Fan "Eriko" (Seattle, Wa) - See all my reviews
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I own almost every makeup book created at the moment, and this is one of my favorites. Besides the photos being gorgeous, the tips and explanations are great and easy to replicate with some patience. I also like it gives step by step of the instructions for eyeshadow looks (almost 50+ pages of them)

Update: So i've had this book for a year and i still love it, i was able to move on from eyeshadow looks to the contouring section which is very detailed and helpful. For those who really want to upgrade their makeup skills, this book is a wealth of information in a variety of areas that you can build on. To date its one of the best beauty makeup books out there.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Fashion Forward Fun, June 15, 2010

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This book is more inspiration than instruction. Yes, there are step by step instructions and sections on specialty issues, ie, oriental eyes, some makeovers of older women, but essentially the book assumes a certain level of proficiency. That being said, her contouring and highlighting photographs are well worth the price of the book. (Remember to blend.) There are some color charts and tips and at least this author isn't afraid to recommend false eyelashes.

The photographs are largely editorial with an emphasis on eyes. Again like couture, it is not for everyday wear but provides a creative impulse to integrate. I liked that she included the older ladies (also lovely model specimens) with assist to their issues. (I also thought it was a major cautionary tale about sun damage.) I would have like to see greater diversity especially regarding age and profession (non-models please). Yes, those fifteen year olds have pefect skin and are totally unblemished by either time or experience. No challenge there. But find the beauty in the imperfection and make it work.

Again a fun book to look at with some valuable tips and charts.