Retro FOTD featuring Firmoo Glasses

Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Good afternoon!

Today I've created a look to go hand in hand with my new Firmoo glasses. I've been a devout contacts wearer for close to two decades but you can bet that I always have a pair of trusty glasses nearby, just in case. I was able to pick out this fantastic pair of large rimmed retro-looking glasses and decided that it deserved red lipstick to go along with it.

Since my vision is pretty bad, I have to admit that I can struggle with makeup application. It's really hard for me to put on eyeliner evenly on both eyes, I usually am right up against the mirror (yeah, my vision is THAT bad).

Some tips that I've learned over the years:

If you're nearsighted, forget leaning over a counter to get close to a mirror for detailed makeup looks. You're much better off sitting down in front of a tabble top mirror, there's many out there that are magnified that can help. Table tops also gives you a surface to support your elbow, which can improve your precision (this applies even if you don't wear glasses!).
Remember to clean your glasses frequently, especially around the nose pieces if you have oily skin. (Firmoo glasses come with a case and cloth that works well for daily wiping).
Skip silicone laden primers on the area of your nose where the nose piece rests. It pretty much serves as a lubricant and encourages your glasses to slide around.
I prefer wearing a powder foundation on my nose because I tend to get less pilling than with cream or liquid formulations.

The pair that I have on is now discontinued but this pair is almost identical.

I like the sturdy plastic frames and that old fashioned librarian look. How awesome would these glasses be with victory rolls or fingerwaves?

I used:

Brows: Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Powder Duo in Granite
Face: MUFE Pro Finish Foundation, YSL Blush Variation in #12, Graftobian Hi Def Glamour Creme (as concealer)
Lips: BITE Beauty Pomegranate

I was very surprised to find out about Firmoo's free glasses offer. Than I thought about it - I also received my pair free to review and I like my glasses so much that I wouldn't hesitate to buy another pair. They're practical, low cost, but I love they way they look. Considering a dog chewed up my last $350 pair, I'd much rather order glasses from Firmoo since they won't break the bank.

Do you wear glasses at all? Have any makeup tips for glasses wearers?

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