Tuesday, 6 September 2011
More! Magazine Dream Job Interview
A few weeks ago we were lucky enough to be asked by the fabulous Natalie at More! Magazine for an interview for an article about 'Landing your Dream Job'.
So whilst Robyn was working away on a fantastic new feature film, it was left to Sian to talk about how and why we launched So Coco Rouge!
Today the article landed into our inbox, and boy were we shocked to see how they describe our job title!!
To read the full article and lots of other dream jobs-
http://www.moremagazine.co.uk/article/meet-the-more-readers-who-landed-their-dream-job/
So whilst Robyn was working away on a fantastic new feature film, it was left to Sian to talk about how and why we launched So Coco Rouge!
Today the article landed into our inbox, and boy were we shocked to see how they describe our job title!!
If you've already read Part 3 of our life and career guide, these girls will really inspire you to go for the job you've always wanted!
Now meet the more! readers doing their ideal job…
THE ENTREPRENEUR (!!!!!)
Name: Sian-Louise Auld Age: 24 Job: Co-director of So Coco Rouge
The details: 'With my friend Robyn, I run an agency in Liverpool called So Coco Rouge. We have ten make-up artists in our team, and my job is to find them work and help them get established in the make-up industry, which can be very competitive. We send girls on fashion shoots, to TV sets and to events in Liverpool. We recently did the make-up for a new Dracula movie, which was great fun! I typically start work at 8am and work through till 8pm. Some days, I get the train to London to meet potential clients and do make-up myself on shoots. No two days are ever the same and I Iove my job!'
How I got here: 'I left school at 16 and went to night school to do make-up training and beauty therapy. I then did some work experience and that led to a place in a make-up school in Manchester. At the school, I met Robyn, and after five years of working as a freelance make-up artist, we set up So Coco Rouge in January 2011. We’ve got a great office at the heart of Liverpool’s cultural quarter, and it’s amazing running my own business.'
Top-tip: 'Find a partner to help you get your business idea off the ground. Robyn is my best friend so I can be completely honest with her about everything. Also, get help from a local business service, like Business Link. Writing a business plan and sorting out a bank account can be stressful, but there are people out there who can advise you on how to do it. Also, find a mentor. Keep in touch with everyone you do work experience with and ask for advice from someone who’s already doing what you want to do.'
THE ENTREPRENEUR (!!!!!)
Name: Sian-Louise Auld Age: 24 Job: Co-director of So Coco Rouge
The details: 'With my friend Robyn, I run an agency in Liverpool called So Coco Rouge. We have ten make-up artists in our team, and my job is to find them work and help them get established in the make-up industry, which can be very competitive. We send girls on fashion shoots, to TV sets and to events in Liverpool. We recently did the make-up for a new Dracula movie, which was great fun! I typically start work at 8am and work through till 8pm. Some days, I get the train to London to meet potential clients and do make-up myself on shoots. No two days are ever the same and I Iove my job!'
How I got here: 'I left school at 16 and went to night school to do make-up training and beauty therapy. I then did some work experience and that led to a place in a make-up school in Manchester. At the school, I met Robyn, and after five years of working as a freelance make-up artist, we set up So Coco Rouge in January 2011. We’ve got a great office at the heart of Liverpool’s cultural quarter, and it’s amazing running my own business.'
Top-tip: 'Find a partner to help you get your business idea off the ground. Robyn is my best friend so I can be completely honest with her about everything. Also, get help from a local business service, like Business Link. Writing a business plan and sorting out a bank account can be stressful, but there are people out there who can advise you on how to do it. Also, find a mentor. Keep in touch with everyone you do work experience with and ask for advice from someone who’s already doing what you want to do.'
To read the full article and lots of other dream jobs-
http://www.moremagazine.co.uk/article/meet-the-more-readers-who-landed-their-dream-job/
Thursday, 14 July 2011
Body Confidential Review
Last month we were delighted to welcome Jen Leeming to our studio, for a but of pre-party pampering, before she headed off to a fabulous ball!
Jen is a journalist for Body confidential and Liverpool Confidential, and not only was she with us to feel and look beautiful for the ball, but scarily she was here to review us too!!!
We had a great time getting to know Jen, and creating a look that suited her personality and style. And its an understatement to say we are delighted by the review she gave us!!!
IT’S a universal truth that getting ready is far more fun than actually going out. Who doesn’t love cracking open the bubbly and glamming up with their mates? Still, however much you love your girls, there’s no denying that sometimes you wish some magical hair and make-up fairy godmother could float down and make you look fabulous. And that’s where So Coco Rouge comes in…
In a city where glamour is as highly regarded as Liverpool, So Coco Rouge is the answer to the prayers of many a girl lost in the often scary and overwhelming world of beauty.
There’s nothing better than discovering a hidden gem nestled in the heart of your city, and the shiniest of these gems simply has to be this make-up and hair studio. Tucked away in a corner of the trendy Georgian Quarter, So Coco Rouge is the baby of Robyn Turnbull and Sian-Louise Auld - two lovely ladies with an impressive fifteen years experience of the beauty world between them.
In a city where glamour is as highly regarded as Liverpool, So Coco Rouge is the answer to the prayers of many a girl lost in the often scary and overwhelming world of beauty. Offering a wide selection of services ranging from girls night out makeovers, bridal hair and make-up and even styling for editorial pieces or fashion shoots, there is nothing these ladies can’t do.
I popped down to visit the girls and immediately fell in love with their gorgeous little studio, a place that combines decadent style with the cosy feel of your own bedroom. With dressing room lights around the mirrors, plush cream carpets and a retro style, who wouldn’t want to get ready for their big day (or indeed night) here? Not only that, but within minutes of my arrival, I was being offered champagne and cupcakes. Now that’s celebrity living.
Before getting started on my makeover, the girls took special care to make sure they knew exactly what I wanted. They understood exactly what it’s like to sit and watch your hair being turned into a pouffy disaster or your face transformed from Coco Chanel to Coco the Clown but not being brave enough to say anything. From that moment on, I knew I was in safe hands.
One of the company’s best elements is that Sian and Robyn are trained to do hair AND make-up, meaning they aren’t restricted to one area when it comes to their clients. Not only that, but they trained together, so they know each other inside out, skilfully whizzing around each other without ever clashing.
They both got to work straight away, talking me through exactly what they were doing, and what products they were using on me, a touch that I loved – after all, how many of us actually know what goes into the stuff we’re putting on our skin?The girls at workThe products were beautiful, making me want to dash home and reassess my own pitiful collection. Their favourite brand is Lily Lolo - a mineral-based range that the girls confided had antibacterial properties, they use make-up that’s actually good for skin.
The finished look was perfect – classy but subtly glamorous, and perfectly matched to the dress I would be wearing later that evening. Even better, it didn’t budge all night, meaning that I was never stuck in the toilets desperately trying to stop my make-up from sliding off my face, and could concentrate on the much more important task of dancing instead.
As for my hair, I must admit I was nervous of being turned into a bride, but after telling Robyn how much I loved the Grecian look, she deftly gave me a beautiful loose up-do, full of twists and little plaits that had people asking jealously how I’d managed to create such an incredible hairstyle. Don’t worry though, I told them all the truth. Eventually…
Finished makeupSo Coco Rouge has become successful through little more than a brilliant industry reputation – these girls don’t need to sell their company, their fabulous results sell themselves. One of my favourite parts of their experience is the Rouge Booth, something they offer to any of their clients who happen to be putting on a big party, be it a wedding or an award ceremony. It’s here where the girls really do become fairy godmothers, setting up home at your do and fixing faces, collapsing hairstyles and even ripped dresses to make sure that there are no last minute disasters. Everyone knows that the women’s bathroom is an unofficial make-up studio anyway, so why not have someone there who actually knows what they’re doing?
So Coco Rouge is my new favourite place in Liverpool – I spent the most relaxing, exciting and fun afternoon with two young women who are as friendly as they are talented. If you want a place where you can feel like a star for a few hours, then head down to Hope Street. I’ll see you there.
Sunday, 15 May 2011
In the Press....
Over the years we have worked on hundreds of photo shoots, gladly staying behind the scenes!
But that was all set to change when the Liverpool Echo decided this time Robyn and I were to be the ones IN FRONT of the lens!!!!
We were delighted to be featured in the 'Lifestyle' section of the paper, which was published on Wednesday. If you missed it, here's the interview!
Wednesday, 30 March 2011
Faceon Magazine
What a wonderful start to the day, when the postman arrives with the new edition of Faceon magazine!
After flicking through this seasons issue, to my surprise I came across an image I worked on with photographer Courtney Louise Howson
Included with the image is a piece I wrote explaining my inspiration behind the make-up-
'We wanted the shoot to be based on a human/bird-like women, exploring the woodland she roamed in
I designed the make-up to have a really bare, natural feel to one side but also a dark stark contrast to the other. For this I took inspiration from the colours of the leaves, bark and surrounding bird's feathers. The lips, we decided should have a reddish tone, but with a multi tonal effect where they gradually faded'
After flicking through this seasons issue, to my surprise I came across an image I worked on with photographer Courtney Louise Howson
Included with the image is a piece I wrote explaining my inspiration behind the make-up-
'We wanted the shoot to be based on a human/bird-like women, exploring the woodland she roamed in
I designed the make-up to have a really bare, natural feel to one side but also a dark stark contrast to the other. For this I took inspiration from the colours of the leaves, bark and surrounding bird's feathers. The lips, we decided should have a reddish tone, but with a multi tonal effect where they gradually faded'
