Throw me in the makeup aisle of a drugstore or department store, and you won’t see me re-emerge for at least an hour.  I have an innate fascination with the colors, textures and effects of all different kinds of makeup, whether it be lip gloss, eye shadow, blush….even eyeliner.  So, today’s link love is going to focus on all things makeup.  Whether you are planning your wedding day face or simply want something fresh for a New Year’s Eve on the town, this post is sure to help!

• The Makeup and Beauty Blog is the perfect place to find anything from makeup reviews to application tutorials.  Plus, a dose of humor makes it a pleasure to read.

• Kiss and Makeup offers beauty products of the week and constantly posts great deals to be found online and in stores!

• Makeuptip.com has a great format that allows you to select eyes, lips, skin or cheeks.  From there, you can view different application processes and ideas.

• If you love MAC Makeup, check out Temptalia.  Among other things, there are some amazing step-by-step tutorials on a variety of gorgeous eye shadows and colors, including this black and gold smoky eye that I am obsessed with!

In honor of New Year’s Eve, we thought we’d post some great proposal moments for those couples that will be saying “yes” when the clock strikes midnight!

Enjoy…

Today’s real wedding features the wedding of Chris and Kate Pitera.  Chris and Kate were married in Virginia in July 2008.  Their event was on a beautiful sunny day under two rainbows.  Their photos were submitted by Scott Hayne Photography.

Chris & Kate

July 2008

To submit a wedding for the Real Weddings feature, send photos and an event description to blog@weddingpaperdivas.com.