A SOFT yet eye-catching make-up look created by Millicent’s Brianna Scanlon impressed judges at a recent statewide beauty competition.
Ms Scanlon represented her business Enchanted Beauty by Brianna at the annual Hair and Beauty SA state competitions held at the Adelaide Convention Centre last weekend.
She was awarded second place in the Open Make-Up Runway section for her creative look inspired by high-end label Dolce and Gabbana.
By teaming handmade embellished shorts with a unique piece by Ashlee Lauren Designs, Ms Scanlon’s look was on trend and a stand-out among her peers.
The annual event features around 14 categories ranging from simplistic bridal looks to wild themed sections, allowing artists to get creative and challenge themselves.
Ms Scanlon said she enjoyed the creative process.
“I love the freedom which comes with these competitions, it is fun to be able to show off my creative side,” she said.
“It is not often I am able to create looks aligned with themes like punk and catwalk because my day-to-day clients are very tame in comparison.”
As part of the competition, Ms Scanlon created two bridal looks, one punk and the award-winning catwalk look.
She is no stranger to the winners’ circle, having collected a number of trophies from the event over the years.
“I entered my first competition when I was a trainee in 2012 and managed to come away with first prize in the open make-up runway,” Ms Scanlon said.
This year, Ms Scanlon’s winning look was worn by former Mount Gambier resident and model Ellie McManus.
“I wanted to use models who are originally from the South East, but are now based in Adelaide,” she said.
“They were all incredible and my vision came together better than I expected.”
Ms Scanlon spent a solid month preparing for the event and her efforts paid off.
“It was a big month making and customising costumes with make-up looks to match, but I am pleased with the result,” she said.
“The soft pink look was minimal with a fresh face and no lashes – I added a dot under the eyes to pull focus and it worked.”
