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

Unveiling of Moirai

I had the pleasure of attending Author, CChic's book launch of her second Novella, Moirai! The fabulous event was held at one my favorite Chicago designers (and friend) studio, Borris Powell! There were so many CHI-lebrities in attendance that came out to support CChic, including: Borris Powell (of course), Benjamin Cottrell, Sarah Zak, Nicole Townsend, Taneisha Jordan, Chef Suzy Singh, GOCA duo Gordana Gogiloo Rasic & Omar Villalobos and so many more! Guests were greeted and interviewed by iT Factor Agency's very own wonderful hosts, Amour Genesis and RL Fox! Amour Genesis was also one of the four beautiful models on the cover of the book!

We enjoyed delicious Samosas prepared by Chef Suzy and sipped on champagne and strawberries. CChic launched her first Novella, "Karma is my Bitch",  in the Summer and wasted no time with writing the follow-up book, titled "Moirai" which by definition is any of the Greek Goddesses of fate or destiny. I was honored to get a signed copy from the author and can't wait to read it! Make sure to get your copy at: http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/CChic. It will be available on Kindle soon! For more information about CChic and the book, visit: http://www.authorcchic.com/.

Enjoy the pics from the event! (To see more pics, visit: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.297241270296276.72751.111163598904045&type=3&l=81507d3115)   

XOXO,

Mik

CChic posing with some the book cover models

CChic posing with more book cover models

CChic signing books

Amour Genesis interviewing Carrie Wenzel of NowYouKnow.com

L: Mik; R: Chef Suzy Singh

L-R: RL Fox, Mik S'ville, Gordana Rasic, Benjamin Cottrell, Renita Manley-Garrett

Delicious Samosas by Chef Suzy

Host, RL Fox