Besame Cosmetics. Vintage inspired makeup line by a Latina!

 Glamorous Latinas: Elsa Aguirre, Libertad Lamarque, Burlesque performer "La Cholita" & Jennifer  Lopez

What do these ladies have in common?  They are Latinas who are embracing their Glamorous side and that's what this makeup line is all about!  The glam "old Hollywood"  look never goes out of style and whether you accent your eyes/eyebrows or lips it will never fail to turn heads.  This is by far one of my favorite makeup looks and we see a version of it popping up every runway season and on most celebrities.

I've been meaning to write about "Besame" for quite some time.   I love what the line stands for and its founder Gabriela Hernandez who has brought artistry and romance back to the cosmetics industry.  She has created a line infused with a romantic sensibility that is rich in historical details. Her inspiration for it all was sparked by a combination of her background in art and design, a love for feminine detail, and fond memories of her glamorous abuela.

Immigrating to the United States from Buenos Aires, Argentina at the age of 12, she taught herself English and attended school in New York.   Gabriela's professional career includes photography, art direction, fine art painting and design commissions. Also an accomplished make-up artist and cosmetic historian, Gabriela's perspective is truly unique.

Launched in September 2004, Bésame Cosmetics was a culmination of Gabriela's passion for design and her desire to create an original cosmetic with details and formulas that make women feel glamorous and unique. Gabriela created Bésame to become a company that reaches beyond the product, one with solid morals, which acts as a strong role model for young women.  "I want to make a mark of what I am and who I was in the world" Hernandez explains, "I want to contribute something worthwhile through this line and inspire young women to follow their dreams."

The packaging is GORGEOUS and so unique.  I love the look of the bullet lipsticks and if you are looking for the perfect red for you, Besame is for sure to have it.

Besame Voluptuous Lip Colour kit

And did I mention the compacts and the eyeshadows?  They come in beautiful pouches and in beautiful colors!:

Besame Cosmetics

Get it all at http://www.besamecosmetics.com/index.cfm

And a great review from LisaFreemontStreet !