I love getting ready shots! It’s the calm before the storm

I like this photo because it shows the love of friendship.
…. and the love of super clean bridal makeup with stunningly beautiful eyeshadow

So chic! no?

I love an all girl’s shot!

Getting ready for the revealing…

 
He approves… no, he LOVES <3
Notice how how Jamie’s hairstyle softly waves into a super modern low up do. Lots of texture, so romantic.

Such a beautiful smile. And so genuine too.

I had nothing to do with this photo… but it’s sooo stinkin’ cute I just had to post! So much swag!

I have tons more wedding, photo shoots, and before & after photos to load for all to see.  Keep posted!

From the trial Andreana was very clear about what she wanted. She was very particular and we were so happy to have been able to execute her dream look!

Then I saw her wedding photos and was STUNNED at all the gorgeous details and decorations. Her perfectionalism  (I made up my own word!) really paid off and it showed. Her wedding looked like such a dream. I could not help but ooooh and aaaaaah over the finer touches.

I love this photo! The lighting right on Andreana is so perfect and the background really screams San Francisco!

Andreana wanted her hair to be full and voluminous with a large braid framing her face.

Her makeup was very clean and photographed beautifully.  The amount of rouge and pink on her lips is so perfect, very blushing bride!

Everyone fussing over the bride. This photo is just so cute!

More fussing over the bride. I love this photo, Andreana just looks so radiant and glowing! Mom looks glamorous too, with the help of artist Jenny (also working for Vanity Pham).

This is probably my favorite photo of the bunch. You can’t get a more genuine happiness smile than this!

Andreana was gorgeous with her hair both up and down! Artist Lela came back to restyle her hair and said that by evening Andreana’s makeup was still beautifully in place without a smudge!

I love this photo with them walking away. The perfect ending photo imo

Making over Janice was easy as she had such beautiful features already. I used plenty of peachy gold highlights right above her cheekbones to give her a subtle golden glow. I kept with the same warm tones through out her makeup, on her eyelids and even added a little pop of gold on her peachy lipstick.

I think everyone’s favorite part of Janice’s makeover was her hair. She has such beautiful thick hair that was a dark brown shade. But luckily it was just light and shiny enough to show off the beautiful braid that turned her locks into a half-up half-down do. As Janice looked into the mirror for the first time, she gasped and said this is the perfect wedding day look she’s always dreamed of. I laughed and told her when the time comes, we’ll figure it out. But that at least for tonight, she should go out somewhere nice!

Btw, I’m always looking for volunteers for my Before & After makeovers. Feel free to let me know if you’re interested in participating.

I am very excited to introduce a new pricing for Bridal Hair & Makeup to brides who are having an intimate Civil Ceremony at City Hall during the week (Monday – Thursday). I am offering a very special rate of $300 for both Bridal Makeup & Hairstyling for weddings booked Monday through Thursday. Airbrushing, false eyelashes, and a touch-up lipstick are still all complimentary with makeup service.

Make sure you look your absolute best on your wedding day, be it a big or intimate event. Every bride deserves to look gorgeous in their timeless photos. Book your Civil Union wedding hair & makeup session soon!

Photos: Ruby Byrne

Photos courtesy of Junshien International

Grace wanted a natural look so we opted for a pink and gold tones to give her eyes and cheeks a little warmth. She didn’t need much

Just a little bit of black liner and mascara was enough to make her blue eyes shine! Mesmerizing!

Such beautiful smiles

Kisses on the forehead are my favorite. They show you really care about someone <3

Photos courtesy of: IrjaElisa Photography

This photo is so hair flipping fresh!

I love Elaine’s slightly smokey eyes.

What a beautiful day. Elaine is glowing in the warm light!

I can’t wait to work with Elaine again for her big day.

2012 is starting to look like a GREAT year! Make sure you get your dates in with Vanity Pham Makeup & Hairstyling!

As soon as I found out Cousin Thu was engaged, I called to ask her for the date. I couldn’t wait for the “save-the-dates” considering I book my calendar out a year in advance. I wanted to make sure I was able to attend the Rock N’ Roll wedding!

Photos courtesy of: Ohana Photography

At 5 AM, I decided to stay in my pajamas. It’s kinda nice working in my pajamas

I love this picture! Thu looks so happy and calm still

Baby Eli entertaining us all

I present to you.. my cousins. They fell from another tree.. kind of far from mine. ;p

Time to get to the reception. This is such a cute picture!

Time to paaarty!

A kiss to close off the night!

I had so much fun! I’ve learned quite a few things from flying with so much makeup! So when I had to fly across world 2 months later, I was an expert. Check in the liquids. Hand carry the shadows & blushes.

I haven’t seen their wedding photos yet but Ingrid of Jerry Yoon Photography has been so kind to send me a slideshow of their engagement photo shoot.

Here are some of my favorite close up pictures of Rebecca! We did a very soft and romantic look for her Engagement Shoot with shades of gold and pink . I can’t wait to show you her Wedding Day look, smokey plums

This is such a cute photo!

I also have an emotional wedding day video shared with me from Alex of IQVideography!

My favorite part is when Rebecca walks up to him during their first look, he turns around and says, “Wow. Oh my God.. yea, you look beautiful.” So sweet! <3

I hope everyone is having a great week! I’ve met some wonderful new clients this week and can’t wait until the 2012 wedding season. But first, time for me to go on vacation

A few days after the wedding Jenny emailed me,

“Thank you SO MUCH for the wonderful make-up and hair you did!  I couldn’t get enough compliments about how beautiful I looked all night.  They all kept saying I look like a little doll.  Extra thanks for dealing with my mom who can be quite picky =)  I couldn’t have chosen such a better make-up artist!  I hope to run into you again at another wedding.”

Along with a link to her wedding video highlight by  www.artofalansilva.com.

Jenny and Kris, an Instant Gratification Short from alanjosephsilva on Vimeo.

Their vows were so sweet to watch! I had a hard time not tearing up :*(

Jenny and Kris Shuffle from alanjosephsilva on Vimeo.

What a fun bride & groom walk in! Definitely captures the mood of the day.

I hope everyone enjoys their weekend! I have so many great videos and photos to share with everyone so check back soon!

Hey all!

This time next week I’ll be in Gainesville, Florida guest speaking at the University of Florida on starting a career in the beauty industry. This year’s theme is “What’s Your Story?” I’ll be sharing my story about how I got started, where I am, and where I aspire to be in the industry. Very exciting! Other great events will be taking place all through the month! I wish I could stay for some of the other events like the pageant, talent show, or even the hip hop workshop! Take a look for yourself at http://www.ufakmonth.com/index.php

This is the press release for the event:

Forum to give tips on beauty industry

Oct. 6, 2011

Media contact:
Alyssa Wang
Co-Advertising Director
Asian Kaleidoscope Month
904-502-1618, advertising.akm@gmail.com
Writer: TaeYeon Hong

Beauty & Business, a forum that will provide students with tips on how to get
involved in the beauty industry, will take place Tuesday, Oct. 25 at 6:30 p.m. inside the
Matthews Suite on the fourth floor of the Reitz Union.

The event, a part of Asian Kaleidoscope Month, will feature guest speaker Van
Pham. Pham is a beauty artist and hair stylist based in San Francisco who owns her
own business.

Pham plans to tell her story of how she went from being a college student to a
successful freelance makeup artist. An audience member will also receive a free
makeover from Pham.

Students of any gender who have any interest in the beauty field, fashion,
makeup, designing or art should come, said event director Chieu Ho.
The forum is free and open to the public.

“Everybody has a different story, and a lot of Asian families think that there’s only
one specific career for their children, whether it’s medicine or science or engineering,”
Ho said. “This is to show people that there are other opportunities out there and that you
don’t have to be confined.”

Asian Kaleidoscope Month (AKM) is a month-long celebration that seeks to educate and bring awareness of the histories, cultures, and contributions of Asians and Asian Americans. Through this year’s programming, “AKM 2011: Defining Your Story” aims to highlight the unique stories of individuals in the Asian and Asian American community. AKM has hosted many prominent Asian and Asian American speakers in the past including Arun Gandhi, grandson of Mahatma Gandhi; Betty Nguyen, CNN correspondent; past entertainers Quest Crew and Poreotics from MTV’s America’s Best Dance Crew and YouTube sensations Gabe Bondoc and Clara C. See www.ufakmonth.com/ for more information.

Sources:
Chieu Ho
Event Director, Asian Kaleidoscope Month
727-251-5018, chieuho922@gmail.com

Kristine Straker
Programming Director, Asian Kaleidoscope Month
786-473-0522, kristine.straker@gmail.com

And here is the beautifully designed flyer for the event:

This will be my first time in Florida, I hear there’s a lot of gators! I’m kind of hoping to wake up to one in our hotel swimming pool. That would be kinda cool. I promise to snap a picture to share