Going to a Luau!

[Suzanne F]

I will be attending the Luau hosted by the River City Gems this Saturday night. I am meeting Miki and Allie SF from this forum. My wife will not be there as she is taking our son to a concert that afternoon. The timing will not allow her to help me with my makeup. She is a Mary Kay rep and a fantastic makeup resource. I still am a little intimidated about doing my eyes. I was a little anxious about it but I found a solution. I called the local Marinellos beauty school and made an appointment for Saturday afternoon. It is only $10 for makeup application. I told the young lady on the phone what I needed and she said no problem. She said I have just the right person that can help you. I know I have to grow and learn this on my own but I did not want to look bad as this is the first time I have attended a Gems function.
Suzanne

[sherri]

Don't forget your grass skirt.

[Suzanne F]

I know. The best I can come up with is a black skirt with a purple floral top.
Suzanne

[sherri]

I went to a luau couple of years ago at a friend's place out in the country, had a great time. The dress code called for grass skirts for the girls, and we found some paper ones at -- dare I say it? -- Hobby Lobby. I have to admit, it was a fun thing to wear to a party. But if you're not up for that, have you thought about a white skirt, or even shorts? That would be more summery. Just a thought.

[AmyGaleRT]

I'd go with a nice tropical print dress myself. And some wedge espadrilles.

- Amy

[windycissy]

The Gems events are the best and with Allie as your wingwoman you can't go wrong!

[Beverley Sims]

Suzanne,
I am sure it will all fall into place.
Enjoy.

[Ceri Anne]

How lucky to have a wife who is a Mary Kay consultant. You must be spoiled I've been curious about the beauty schools also. I've gotten much better doing my own, but there is always something to learn.

Have a great time at the Luau. Should be very fun.

[Suzanne F]

Yes I am spoiled! I can now do the beard cover and foundation myself but she does my eyes. They just look so much better when she does it! If anyone needs Msty Kay products let me know. I am excited and nervous about Saturday night. It will be my first big event at a social club.
Suzanne

[Suzanne F]

Just looked at the weather and it is going to still be 90 degrees when I arrive at the party. That is going to be hard in the make up! Anybody have any wisdom as to how to handle the heat better?

[sherri]

Bring your own shade? :-)

Seriously, 90 is doable if you stay out of the sun amap. Of course, I say that but I live in a dry climate. The real issue is how humid will it be? That's the kicker.

Couple of suggestions: one of those pocket fans (with extra batteries); and those cold pack thingies on the back of the neck work wonders.

[Julie Bender]

Call a local beauty school!it's brilliant!
Thanks for the idea!
And also have fun!i wish we were going as well!

[Jenniferathome]

I've said it before but it needs repeating: Allie is the Yoda of cross dressers