Ginny Quinn

Ginny Quinn Image & Style Coach who started as a makeup artist over 20 yrs ago. I help people look & feel confident in life’s transitions bc confidence is beautiful!�

Semi Permanent Make-Up I woke up like this.  No, literally…it’s semi-permanent makeup. 💄 And it’s life-changing!Semi-per...
04/09/2022

Semi Permanent Make-Up

I woke up like this. No, literally…it’s semi-permanent makeup. 💄 And it’s life-changing!

Semi-permanent make-up is a complexion treatment to enhance eyes, brows, and lips to add definition to the face.

This technique involves injecting pigment through a fine vibrating needle into the most superficial layers of the skin. A local anaesthetic cream numbs the area pre-treatment. The colour only penetrates 0.2mm deep and unlike a tattoo it fades with time. The pigment is made of a natural iron oxide, which is hypo-allergic so no patch test is required. 💉💉💉

Eyebrow Shaping / Micro-blading:
Eyebrow shaping can make a huge difference to your face. Through using the correct shape and style, a great brow can help to frame your face through adding expression, warmth and depth.

Eye liner:
For many women, applying eye liner to create a defined look can be a tricky or time consuming task. Many well-known makeup artists have often admitted to finding themselves applying, removing and reapply their own eye liner to remove wobbles, smudges or even fading at the end of the day.

Lips:
Mother Nature can’t bless us all with the perfect pout 👄, which is why semi-permanent lip liner is a fabulous alternative to get full, luscious lips, without having to undergo surgical procedures.
Lip liner treatments can replace colour lost from aging and add definition to thin lips. Through applying the correct shade of lip liner to match your complexion, as well as plumping the lip area, lip tattoo treatments can correct any shape or symmetry concerns. 💋💋💋

Post Treatment:
You may resume your normal activities straight after treatment. There may be slight swelling or redness on the area which will go down quickly…an ice pack & Aquaphor helped. The treated area will always appear darker and more exact immediately after the treatment…most women love this. This will lighten and soften over the next few days. There may be slight flaking over the area during healing…whatever you do; don’t peel the flaking; let the area exfoliate naturally.
Your semi permanent make-up may need a follow up visit 4-6 weeks after initial application of pigment, to adjust shape, colour or density.

Remember
* Treated area will be more exact, dark and intense when first treated. 👩🏻‍🎨
* The skin will take 3-7 days to return to normal.
* It is normal to loose 1/3 of the colour during this initial period. 🖍🖍🖍
* Always use a sunscreen on make-up to prevent colour change and loss. ☀️

Why have permanent makeup?
Everyone wants to look the best they can, naturally. Think how convenient it would be to enjoy perfectly arched eyebrows, wide-awake, pretty eyes and beautifully contoured lips, without the effort of time-consuming morning and night time makeup rituals. All subtle, soft and perfectly in place with no smudging, no mess, no problem.

With permanent makeup you have the confidence of knowing you look the best you can look, right round the clock.⏰

Monochromatic Dressing Monochromatic color schemes are derived from a single base hue and extended using its shades, ton...
04/08/2022

Monochromatic Dressing

Monochromatic color schemes are derived from a single base hue and extended using its shades, tones and tints. Tints are achieved by adding white and shades and tones are achieved by adding a darker color, grey or black.

I’ve always loved the monochromatic look; I just never knew why…

Monochrome dressing is “universally flattering,” as it creates a single, unbroken line that both elongates and polishes, furthering an illusion of height for almost any body. It also harnesses the power of color to establish or reflect a mood, whether it’s whimsical, romantic, serene or sedate. Also, it suggests commitment and confidence. There’s nothing wishy-washy about going all in on a single shade. And you don’t have to worry about that pesky problem of coordination.

Petite (5’4” and under) women should focus on creating length through their fashion choices. Using color to enhance the illusion of height is a highly effective strategy, as it helps create a vertical line. The reason monochromatic outfits are so flattering to petite women is because they create a column of colors, thus visually elongate the body frame of petite women.

There are many ways to work monochromatic outfits.

For example, this cropped white turtleneck from Zara with these Alo Yoga white moto leggings has been my go-to outfit. I paired it with my white Puma Mayze platforms (not pictured; but added height makes it a bonus!).

How to:
Go for the tailored look
For petite women, the trick to monochrome dressing is to keep each silhouette crisp and tailored. If your sweater is oversized, or your jacket sleeves are too long or shoulders too wide, then even if you are wearing pants or skirts of the same color tone, it still will not look too good.

Mix and match
Mixing and matching different fabrics and texture of your top and bottom will make your monochromatic outfit more fun. For instance, if you are wearing a cashmere sweater, you can match that with a wool skirt of the same hue. The contrast of warmth and thickness of wool vs the light weight sweater will give more depth to your outfit.

My favorite hues are neutrals: black (of course, because I’m a makeup artist & all black always looks classy), white (because it looks simple, clean, & delicate), camel, and grey.

Lastly, and most obvi…shoes. For petite women, always blend the color of your shoes with the color of your pants to make your legs look longer, even if you are wearing flats vs heels…but I love love love wearing heels. If you are wearing a dress or skirt, you should wear tights that match or are close to the color of your skirt and wear shoes or boots of the same color, which will make you look instantly taller.

Don’t get me wrong, I actually love being petite…I just try to create ways to enhance & flatter what God gave me… 🙏🏼

🖤 I like basic grey manicures. OPI “Liv” in The Grey is one of my go to colors.But I love love love the basic gray heart...
03/06/2019

🖤 I like basic grey manicures. OPI “Liv” in The Grey is one of my go to colors.

But I love love love the basic gray heart manicure that I got today! 🖤

Sometimes, it’s the littlest detail that can turn a like into a love, a routine into a favorite, or an every day into a special day.

It’s not just a regular Wednesday today....it’s Ash Wednesday! I just got blessed with ashes at my sisters church with my family and today is a special day! ✝️

What did you do to make your day special?

Girls—and Boys—a really important lesson here.  Don’t keep things around that don’t serve you—or deserve you—let them go...
04/05/2018

Girls—and Boys—a really important lesson here. Don’t keep things around that don’t serve you—or deserve you—let them go and be free of them. Just like your old pair of plain black Nike’s—there’s a brand new pair of shiny rose gold Air Max waiting...
🐰

Packing stresses me out...add packing for a weekend full of a variety of different events in unpredictable weather withi...
03/10/2018

Packing stresses me out...add packing for a weekend full of a variety of different events in unpredictable weather within 24 hours notice and I come undone!

A couple of weekends ago, I had to take an unexpected trip back home to Western MD with little to no time to prepare. I needed several outfits that could take me from a funeral of a family friend; to taking a hike in the mountains; to relaxing at home with my family; to meeting old friends at a local, very casual bar while keeping comfortable in weather that ranged from 30-68 degrees! And all of it had to fit in my LV overnight bag!

What would I tell an Image & Style Client of mine to do?

I follow these 5 Simple Rules when PACKING FOR A WEEKEND ON-THE-FLY:

1. Stick with a neutral base color such as black (surprise!). It’s chic, easy to match, and always looks put together—even and especially when mixing fabrics or textures. Then, add an accessory such as a pashmina scarf in an accent color such as a red or lavender! Navy, grey, and winter white are other neutral alternatives for this time of the year.
2. Layer. Layer. Layer. Start with a tank, then add a long sleeved t-shirt, then a hoodie or blazer—my favorite is when all the layers are peaking out from underneath each other. When you get hot, you can peel off the layers and use them as accessories---wrap your blazer around your shoulders or wrap your long sleeved t-shirt around your waist—reinvention of a preppy mainstay and instant street-chic!
3. Pack pieces that multi-task—pieces that can go from dressy to casual or day to night. Jeans that look good with boots, sneakers, & heels and a Blazer that can go with jeans, a skirt, & leggings. With basics like these, less truly can be more! I gave a presentation at a Ladies Conference last year on the number of looks I could create out of 11 pieces…over 100! Ask me about it!
4. Pack outfits that fit you well and that you look & feel good in! When you know your outfit is on-point; you wear one of your best accessories---confidence! And it doesn't take up much space in your luggage! Confidence…Wear it…ALWAYS!
5. Lastly, lay 2-3 pieces inside each other, smooth them out, and then roll them neatly. When you roll your clothes, it reduces wrinkles & creases and it saves space. Pieces that travel the best are made of natural fibers or fabric blends—merino wool, cashmere, microfibers, viscose, polyester, cotton/lycra, and spandex.
..until next time!
amore e baci! xoxo

Late Post—-Friday afternoon styling this guy for his debut modeling photo shoot...It doesn’t take much when your client ...
01/23/2018

Late Post—-Friday afternoon styling this guy for his debut modeling photo shoot...
It doesn’t take much when your client is already a McSteamy! 🔥🔥🔥

🥂🍾💄 My Personal 2018 NY Resolutions are between God & I; but my 2018 Style Resolutions I’ll share in hopes of inspiring ...
01/03/2018

🥂🍾💄 My Personal 2018 NY Resolutions are between God & I; but my 2018 Style Resolutions I’ll share in hopes of inspiring someone out there to live more ‘stylishly free’!

1. Have a closet that fits my current lifestyle—why have a closet full of ball gowns I dream of wearing every day in my fairytale life when in reality; I’m a yoga pants & tank top girl?

2. Invest in quality classics—I’d rather spend more money on a few pieces I absolutely LOVE and will wear forever; than trendy items that may get me through a season or two.

3. Wear more color!! I’ve been told this time & time again; but I still wear almost all black almost all the time. Its a healthier look for me to be in color; I’m starting with this pink faux fur jacket!

4. & 5. Find a good tailor & dry cleaner—you know all of those clothes that ‘kind of’ fit? They’d look even better with some small changes by a good tailor! And why invest in anything if you’re not going to take care of it?

6. Wear my heart on my sleeve and my thoughts on the front of a t-shirt! Even if the message is a little silly!

7. Have tried & true ‘go to’ outfits already put together in my closet so when I’m running late, feeling kinda blah, or having a bad hair day; I can throw it on and still know that I’m looking cute!

8. Purchase clothing that sustains multiple functions—pieces that can be worn year-round; dressy yet casual; and chic yet comfortable.

9. Dress for comfort—both literally and figuratively...I wanna be more comfortable in my own skin and in my clothing! faux fur + adidas =

10. Have fun with fashion...I’ll leave the brain surgery to my father!

11. Rotate my everyday handbag—-I’ve been using the same LV everyday for years—minus special occasions when I break out the Chanel—why wait for another special occasion to wear the fancy stuff? Everyday should be a fancy occasion!

12. Only keep what I love, what makes me feel beautiful, and what inspires me...in my closet, in my life, and in my relationships!
..until next time!! ❤️ Ginny

Photo Cred: Kamaria Avery

My Get Gatsby Glam Event for the Charm City Countdown NYE Gala was a huge success!  Booked 9 Makeup Apps, 4 Hairstyle Ap...
01/02/2018

My Get Gatsby Glam Event for the Charm City Countdown NYE Gala was a huge success! Booked 9 Makeup Apps, 4 Hairstyle Appts, and 5 Massages! Thank You to Michele Tanner Wischhusen and Ashya Hagy, for being my Squad; to Lori Lockemy, for inspiring me and lighting that fire in me that fuels my passion; and to Rob Kowalski who supported this event and everything I do! Cheers to a gorgeous 2018!!

Photo Cred: RBK

You don’t have to spend a million bucks to look & feel like it.  Sometimes, iIt just takes creativity, vision, and famil...
12/30/2017

You don’t have to spend a million bucks to look & feel like it. Sometimes, iIt just takes creativity, vision, and family with some killer wardrobes:

✅ dress on loan from my niece

✅ pearls on loan from my mommy

✅ PEACE LOVE WORLD faux Ostrich feather LOVE HIPPIE VEST I’ve had in my closet for 5 years

✅ God given smile

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