CHALLENGE: While Yolanda takes pride in being a fuss-free kind of girl, she admitted she desperately wanted to learn how to go glam.
The first step towards a total glamification and a new look was to crimp Yolanda’s locks into something more chic.
Almost there, one side of Yolanda’s head is twisted.
Look at how fierce that side-part is looking on Yolanda already.
Celebrity makeup artist Lucky Smyler adds length to Yolanda’s lashes and applies a dramatic smokey finish.
SOLUTION: PICK PIECES THAT POP
We styled Yolanda in a form-fitting knit dress with ruching across the middle area and added an oversize fur vest and platform sandals to bring her sexy back.
For her second look, we draped her athletic frame in a silver maxidress to emphasize her curves, paired with a classic blazer with back detailing. We crimped her locks and Smyler gave her a smoky eye.
THE VERDICT:
“I loved the clothes. My husband said, ‘Wow.’”
CHALLENGE: “My daughter says I dress too ‘matchy-matchy.’ I wanted to learn how to mix things up more,” Cassandra explains.
Williams was given a fabulous, cherry-chocolate hair color that complemented her complexion.
Williams was treated to an electric orange manicure! So sexy.
Time for a fitting! Loving that dress.
SOLUTION: STICK TO STREAMLINED CLASSICS
The first look we found for her combined a pencil skirt with a flowing, sheer-sleeved blouse — perfect for work (if you add a jacket) or date night with her husband.
Cassandra’s second look — a bold, graphic sheath — upped the ante. We paired it with a classic khaki trench coat, which instantly transforms any outfit. Smyler gave her dramatic lashes to boost volume and used bronzer for a dewy finish.
THE VERDICT: “I couldn’t believe how great I looked. My new style is awesome.”
CHALLENGE: Working within a creative environment, it was easy for Ericka to hold on to the youthful, boho-chic style of dress she favored from her undergrad days. But turning 30, completing graduate studies and getting engaged prompted her to rethink her style message.
Celeb hairstylist Ursula Stephen added hair extensions to create an ombre effect, where the hair is darker at the roots and lighter at the ends.
“Hairpieces allow you to experiment with color without committing,” says Stephen. She spritzed on FHI Hot Sauce to protect the hair from heat, then used a flatiron to straighten.
Celeb makeup artist Lucky Smyler took Ericka’s bold, yet playful personal style and translated that message to her eyes, defining them with three rows of lashes.
Stephen trimmed Goodman’s ends for a razor-sharp finish.
A little bit of blending on the lids goes a long way.
SOLUTION: GO FOR BOLD COLOR
Our first choice for Ericka? A sheath dress in resplendent royal blue. The zipper detail hardware gives this classic look unexpected edge.
SOLUTION: GO FOR BOLD COLOR
Our first choice for Ericka? A sheath dress in resplendent royal blue. The zipper detail hardware gives this classic look unexpected edge.
Her second look also includes a vibrant hue: tailored slacks in a fierce fuchsia and a tailored vest to show off her curves. The result? No-fuss style with a touch of sass.
THE VERDICT: “The clothes were so amazingly sexy yet chic. It has inspired me: I can still be my fun, youthful self while also being sexy and mature. The two can be synonymous.”
CHALLENGE: “I felt I needed to get a different spin on the trends and a new perspective on how to put it together,” Nicky says.
Nicky sits with our creative team to decide what hairstyle would work best on her face.
Looking good, Nicky!
Here, Nicky gets a shockingly bold, metallic cobalt blue mani. So pretty with her hair hue!
When it came to her hair, Nicky wanted Stephen to “Beyoncify” her. Stephen added lots of length, then created waves instead of curls with a flatiron.
Nicky’s eyes were defined with two rows of lush faux lashes, and a muted neutral shadow.
Look at all that added length on her hair!
SOLUTION: PLAY WITH TEXTURE AND COLOR
We amped up a classic white shirtdress by pairing it with a brocade blazer. Texture gives the jacket a softer, more eclectic look.
For her second option, we showed Nicky how to make a statement that is both timeless and of-the-moment by injecting color into her wardrobe with a classic wrap dress in a bright pink.
THE VERDICT: “I felt like I was about to walk on the red carpet.”
