A quick year in review – Welcome 2014!

January 2, 2014 by simplybeautysydney

Wow, what a whirlwind 2013 was. Many highs, lows and all that in between – or what I like to call LIFE! Sitting here trying to recap it all just feels impossible and I don’t want to bore you too much so here’s a quick(ish) rundown of 2013….. Professionally and personally probably the most significant thing for me in 2013 was that I took on a part-time hairdressing apprenticeship. I was lucky enough to gain employment at an award-winning salon Brad […]

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Before and After’s

July 1, 2013 by simplybeautysydney

I often post images of my hair and makeup work from the photoshoots I get to do with Images by Brad. This is some of my favourite work because, like brides, the subjects are gorgeous, lovely, REAL women. Brad captures the true beauty of women so perfectly, bringing out confidence, vulnerability and just the right amount of sexiness. It’s all about the connection – you’ll see it – and Brad is a master at capturing it. For this blog I […]

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Judy’s Story

June 10, 2013 by simplybeautysydney

A few months ago Brad Scott of Images By Brad contacted me to see if I wanted to be involved in his new Inspirational Women’s Series. Brad wanted to feature a series of stories on his website, showcasing some everyday inspirational female role-models. Of course I jumped at the chance, not only to work with one of my favourite photographers, but also to get to do hair and makeup on a group of women who give so much, work so hard and have […]

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Sigma Brush Cleaning Glove

May 16, 2013 by simplybeautysydney

Another little blog on a product that I have found so very useful and never want to live without again – The Sigma Beauty Sigma Spa™ Brush Cleaning Glove. Up until this little baby I was using my hand to wash my brushes, normally leading to a raw hand (especially after big bridal parties!). Now I pop on my glove and thoroughly clean all of my makeup brushes with ease and comfort. The Sigma Beauty Sigma Spa™ Brush Cleaning Glove uses […]

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Lola Revolver

March 20, 2013 by simplybeautysydney

Photographer: Bill Chen Cinematographer: Pete Reynolds Stylist: Carine Buncsi Makeup/Hair: Kelly Clarke Duffy Dancer: Maddie Sparkle A few weeks ago I got to work with a great team on a photoshoot with a twist. Having worked with photographer Bill Chen before I was especially excited to learn that our shoot was being held at The Pole Dance Academy in Redfern and that our model was going an amazing pole dancer! Not only did Bill take gorgeous photo’s, cinematographer Pete Reynolds was there to […]

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The Benjabelle Brush Tree

February 20, 2013 by simplybeautysydney

The Benjabelle Brush Tree – The answer to your makeup brush drying needs! If you apply your makeup with brushes or you too are a makeup artist with a super collection you will know that cleaning and drying your brushes can be a time consuming and sometimes painful necessity. One of the biggest issues can be how to dry them. After we wash them (I wash mine with mild shampoo and conditioner until they rinse clear – I also use […]

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