BEAUTY, CELEBS, AND FASHION EVENTS LINED UP FOR ESSENCE FEST WEEKEND (673 hits)
The Essence Music Festival takes over the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center and the Superdome this weekend but beauty and fashion festivities are spread all over downtown.
Here’s a look at a few of the events planned:
•Carol’s Daughter, the natural skin care company, will once again pop open a temporary shop in the French Quarter during Essence Fest. Open now through Sunday, at 531 Bienville St., the store will have a variety of celebrity appearances, giveaways and refreshments. Highlights include: Friday, wine and cheese with R&B singers Joe and Chrisette Michele; Saturday, appearances by Trey Songz and Jada Pinkett Smith; Sunday, appearance by New Orleans Hornet Chris Paul and complimentary cocktails.
•Beauty Mix: A lineup of makeup artists from around the country will offer makeovers and touch-ups by appointment and for walk-in guests Friday through Sunday at The Makeup Lab Artistry studio, 843 Carondelet St. Featured makeup artists include Ashley Merritt and Kisha Williams of New Orleans; Brandi Holmes from Houston; Shari Amanda from Baltimore; and Kellie Muse from Washington D.C. Makeup applications, false eyelashes, brow shaping, as well as customized services will be offered for a fee.
•Kandi Burruss from The Real Housewives of Atlanta will host a free VIP Lounge for Motions, a women’s hair care line, Friday and Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. each day at Harrah’s Hotel and Casino. Complimentary makeup applications, free hairstyling, music by DJ D-Nice and Motions-inspired cocktails and snacks will be served.
