Vanity & Glamour Cosmetics are designed with the true artists is mind, as we all wish to enjoy our own personal relationship with the true nature of self expression. Please keep at heart the thought that "there is no right or wrong in the world of makeup, as we all make it up as we see fit to any unique style." In other words do not be afraid of bright blue if you are a beige wearing blond, and in versa do not be afraid to tone it down if you are a ten shadow diva queen compete with glitter and faux lashes.
V.G. makeup styling is inspired by the Hierophants, Vedic Gurus, Native Shamans, and the High Priests & Priestesses of the old, to the inclusive divine trend-setters of today... YOU! There is only one rule of art we preserve in the highest of esteem; “Your body is your laboratory, and you are its only true chemist" –Augustine, This means you should feel free:
-To present a "Vanity" when you wish to sneak in and influence the world's perspective. Such as using a classic style to climb a corporate ladder, or influence a social status. Such styles can inspire you to style step into new and unknown, or maybe a familiar simple comfort zone, perfect for the more natural makeup styles.
(OR)
-To present a "Glamour" which is more creative and usually the less conforming side of makeup. In a glamorous state you present an illusion so real that it can change your surrounding environment's reality by fooling any observers to believe the glamour is real! This is the more magical, self expressive, and often theatrical side of makeup artistry.
As a V.G. customer we ask that you treat your self always as a representation of the beautiful creative light that we all are, and enjoy the coloring book of the physical we have been given to play with. Always approach your mirror self with a loving, respectful, and radiant mantra such as:
-"I am a beautiful being of light!"
-"I radiate my own unique beauty!"
If you’re feeling a little shabby, give no thought or utterance to worlds like "old" or "ugly,” especially to your mirror image, but rather redirect your mind and say:
-"I have the potential to shine brighter!"
-"I am thankful for my unique beauty!"
In hope that these words inspire you to share your very special and beautiful light of creativity with the world around you, we ask that you try to incorporate these creative thoughts into your experience with V.G. products to more explore your unique potential as an artist of this fabulous universe, Thank You for your visiting us!
-Namaste-
Services
In-Store Scheduled Appointment
Complementary with a $50.00 commitment to purchase product (Walk-ins are always complementary but wait time is expected)
On-Sight Scheduled Appointment
$120.00 initial show fee includes 1 model, airbrushing, and faux lash application, $60.00 for each additional model, airbrushing, and faux lash application $15.00 per hour to stay on-sight for additional touch ups. (perfect for large parties, weddings, film/photo work & other special occasion)
Makeup Seminar
Group Seminars start at $85.00 90min. (1 hour seminar, with 30 min open forum,) We cover basic makeup history, Use, and color theory. Artists attending these seminars receive 30% off our retail price as we encourage the growth of all our partners in the glamour industry. (excludes Faux Lash, Duo Glue and Alchemy products)
Special Effects
Complementary consultation to discuses fees
Body Art
Complementary consultation to discuses fees
$0.55 per mile travel fee for appointments outside of the Des Moines, Iowa area
