Dana Does NYFW2: Korto Momolu Show Presented by SheaMoisture

I was so excited to attend Project Runway's alum Korto Momolu's show.  I felt a little lump in my stomach when they couldn't find my name on the list at check in. However, once I told them who I was there with sponsor Shea Moisture they checked me in with no problem and ushered me upstairs to get backstage access.

Korto's and Shea Moisture's staff was pleasant and welcoming.  The first person I noticed was celeb MUA Renny Vasquez (I follow him on Instagram). He's worked with Gabriel Union, Brandy and Niecy Nash. I knew immediately he was the Lead Artist because of an Instagram post he sent a day earlier.  I could see why Renny was so successful. Not only was he super talented but he was very humble and down to earth.  When asked what the inspiration was behind the model's looks, he told me he got a sneak peek of Korto's collection and since the colors were vibrant and bold, he wanted the models' to have a bold pop of color on the lips. 

Face

    1.     SheaMoisture Primer was applied to the entire face to even skin texture and provide a clean palette.

2.     SheaMoisture Wet/Dry Pressed Powder was applied all over the face with a damp sponge.

3.     SheaMoisture Color Correcting,Contouring & Highlighting Palette was applied with a damp sponge and blended with a foundation brush to sculpt the sides of nose, cheekbones and jawline.

4.     SheaMoisture Illuminating Powderwas applied to cheekbones, hairline and jawline with a kabuki brush for a glow effect.

5.     SheaMoisture Mineral Blush in Annecy Maroon was applied to the apples of the cheeks for a pop of warm color.

Eyes:

1.     SheaMoisture Wet/Dry Eye Shadow in Claudia was applied with a damp slanted brush to the brows to define and fill in color.

2.     SheaMoisture Wet/Dry Eye Shadow in Celia was applied all over the eye and brow bone as a base.

3.     SheaMoisture Wet/Dry Eye Shadow in Montana was applied on the lid and blended, and then applied under the eye corner-to-corner and blended.

4.     SheaMoisture Wet/Dry Eye Shadow in Claudia was dabbed on the outer eyelid for intensity.

5.     SheaMoisture Liquid Eyeliner in Black was applied to upper and lower lash line, corner-to-corner.

6.     SheaMoisture Lengthening Mascarawas applied to upper and lower lashes.

Lips:

1.     SheaMoisture Lip Exfoliator was applied to the lips and excess was wiped off with a tissue, leaving moisture on the lips.

2.     SheaMoisture Lip Crayon in Robertawas applied all over the lips as a lip color and liner.

3.     The final touch was a generous layer ofSheaMoisture Lip Gloss in Rosie for shine and a hint of color.

SheaMoisture Products Used:                                                                                                                       

·          SheaMoisture Primer - $15.99

·     SheaMoisture Wet/Dry Pressed Powder - $14.99

·     SheaMoisture Color Correcting, Contouring & Highlighting Palette - $24.99

·     SheaMoisture Illuminating Powder - $11.99

·     SheaMoisture Mineral Blush - $5.99

·     SheaMoisture Wet/Dry Eye Shadow - $4.99

·     SheaMoisture Liquid Eyeliner - $8.99

·     SheaMoisture Lengthening Mascara - $8.99

·     SheaMoisture Lip Exfoliator - $7.99

·     SheaMoisture Lip Crayon - $9.99

·     SheaMoisture Lip Gloss - $9.99 Product Availability: www.Target.com

After speaking with him I got a chance to briefly meet Korto, who was also very nice and down to earth.  When asked why she decided to partner with Shea Moisture for her show she said, "It's a no brainer, they get me and I get them."

Now on to the fashion.  I was lucky enough to snag a seat in the front row.  From start to finish this collection was beautiful. I oohed and aahhed at every model that strutted the runway.  They looked like goddesses in long flowy chiffon gowns in hues of blues and beiges. There were also some bold asymmetrical pieces in fun colors of oranges and corals. The collection was also very wearable. There was nothing in the collection that the average woman couldn't wear. I wanted every piece. Now if only my bank account would allow that lol!

* Dana Norman is TheBGInTheCitizen for the East Coast