Angela Bassett just gave me life. Here’ a woman who wears many hats [ie: mother of twins, actress, film producer, wife, and more] and she provides no excuse to look good and fee good. LOOK AT THE BODY!
In a new photo spread with Violet Grey, the veteran actress shares her beauty secrets, her weaknesses, and more.
Take a look at few photos and excerpts below .
On Dressing For Special Occasions vs. Date Night With Her Husband:
” Well, it only takes me about 10 minutes! I start thinking about it in the car on the way home. Do I want to be flirty? Sensual? Powerful? Then I try to dress for that feeling. My husband [actor Courtney B. Vance] always says ‘Lord, you’ve made something out of nothing, how did you do that? ”
On Her Go-To Make-Up for A Night Out:
” Recently we had the wrap party for Whitney [the biopic Bassett directed], and it was real simple: foundation, mascara, a red lip, and you’re done. I’m not very good with eye shadow, but I’ve got foundation down. ”
What She Sees When Se Looks In The Mirror:
” A passionate woman who knows what she loves and has been blessed to be able to do it…and continue to do it ”
On Her Foundation Secret:
” The foundation is Kevyn Aucoin; I like that. and I have to use the Beauty Blender. I fell in love as soon as I tried. You don’t see where the makeup starts and ends.”On Her Weakness:Love and…. Sugar!
You can head over to violetgrey for the full read.