Makeup & Martinis Chicago Holiday Beauty Extravaganza 2011

In today’s society, the necessity of being naturally beautiful or acquiring the tools needed to promote such a factor is considered prevalent. As popular as the saying “If it isn’t broke, than don’t fix it” is, going by such words may not be wise. Individual beauty isn’t necessarily defined by a certain standard or rule; however one should be willing to master their best “them”. When thinking of a sufficient but practical tactic in achieving the best “you”, I can’t help but imagine a place where a woman (or man) can go to become further educated on the lifestyle of beauty.

On December 3, 2011, I had the pleasure of attending the Makeup and Martinis Chicago event created by the beautiful mastermind, Angela Lee. I was personally invited to interview special guests: Reggie Wells, celebrity makeup artist to the likes of Oprah, Aretha Franklin and supermodel, Iman and Kai Morae, model and the daughter of actress, LisaRaye McCoy. While sipping on delicious martinis, guests were able to indulge in a little pre-holiday shopping with some of Chicago’s top beauty and fashion vendors and get pampered with manis/pedis and facials. I also had the privilege of chatting with the events’ host and radio/TV personality, Bioncé Foxx.


Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this event. Angela Lee definitely, without a shadow of any doubt, has her finger on the pulse. The concept, Makeup and Martinis should and will be shared with the world. I am anticipating the next one. Check out some of the pics (see below).


Being beautiful is always in fashion,
- RL Fox

Angela Lee and RL Fox



Bionce Foxx and Angela Lee

Reggie Wells

Kai Morae and RL Fox