Zac Efron and Taylor Swift Spice Up “The Lorax” Premiere!

Attention Sweetys! A new SweetBeatTV episode has been released from Dr. Seuss’ “The Lorax” premiere!

We interviewed Taylor Swift and Zac Efron about their roles in the movie and their favorite Dr. Seuss books!

Also featured in the video are other cast members such as Danny Devito, Dana Gaier, Rob Riggle and Jenny Slate.

Watch the video here Sweetys to get a taste of what it feels like to be on the “Orange” Carpet!

 



Written by: Sweet Beat, 02/28/2012

Stars Dazzled on the Oscars Red Carpet!

When the Red Carpet rolls out, you never know what you’re going to get.

Luckily, we were far from disappointed by the fashion at last nights Oscars!

This year, the gowns were nothing but classy, elegant and glamorous.

“Mirror Mirror” star Lily Collins was photographed at the Vanity Fair Oscar party in this regal gown.

The floor length dress had a beige base and was decorated with a periwinkle blue design.

Lily paired the gown with a simple up-do perfectly completing the overall look.

Love Lily Collins? Here’s a little secret Sweetys – Lily Collins will be in a new Sweety High contest starting Friday!!



Written by: Sweet Beat, 02/27/2012

Sweety High’s Fit and Fun Contest Has Officially Launched!

Sweety High‘s Fit and Fun Contest with “Victorious” star Daniella Monet has officially launched!

We are so excited about this contest that will get us all up and moving!

To enter the contest, you must submit your one-minute warmup routine to Sweety High (under the “Contest” tab)! Click here to be directed to the contests page.

The winner of this contest will receive an awesome prize pack that’s too good to pass up!

To get inspired, watch the video of Daniella Monet showing off her warmup routines (Video can be found on Sweety High and in yesterdays Blog)!



Written by: Sweet Beat, 02/24/2012

Sweety High Gets Down with Twister Mania!

Here’s a first look at one of the prizes from the Daniella Monet Fit and Fun Contest!

Sweety High tested out Twister Mania by Majesco Entertainment for Kinect on  Xbox 360 and we absolutely loved it!

This game is great because you can play by yourself or with all your friends!

We also like that this game got us up and moving instead of just sitting like a lump on the couch.

We definitely will be busting this out as a regular party game!

Start working on your warm-up routine for the Daniella Monet contest if you want to win this prize!



Written by: Sweet Beat, 02/23/2012

Fit and Fun with Daniella Monet!

Sweety High has now entered Fit and Fun month with Daniella Monet of “Victorious!”

Below is the first of a series of videos featuring Daniella Monet showing us how she gets fit!

Tomorrow will also be the launch of our Fit and Fun contest!

To participate, you will need to send in a video showing us your warm up routine!

The winner will get some pretty awesome prizes (Trust us, we’ve tested them out!)!

Check out what Daniella does to get warmed up below!



Written by: Sweet Beat, 02/23/2012

Sweety High Interviews Makeup Artist Maria Seccia!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Left: Maria’s Makeup Model; Right: Makeup Artist Maria Seccia)

Ever dreamed about how awesome it would be if someone paid you to put on makeup all day? Umm…we have!! Professional makeup artist, Maria Seccia, has made a career out of her passion, but she didn’t get there by simply experimenting all day long. Hear Maria dish about what her job is really like, how she got there and amazing tips the pros use!

Read on Sweetys for the full interview!

 

Sweety High: Have you always wanted to be a makeup professional or did you ever think you might do something else?

Maria Seccia: As much as I always enjoyed doing makeup I thought I wanted to be an accountant, until I took accounting…

SH: What was your first job as a makeup artist?

MS: When you first start out you work for free and do what are called tests–when new photographers, models, hair artists, makeup artists and clothing stylists get together to do a photo shoot for their own portfolios. Once you have a portfolio you show it to potential clients, photographers, agents or anyone who will listen.

SH: When you were first starting out how did you learn more about your craft and get practice?

MS: After not doing so well in college accounting, I decided to take classes I enjoyed. Among those was a stage makeup class. That’s how it all started for me. This opened up a new world for me.

I was also lucky enough to meet other students who were modeling or acting in the area. One in particular took me to his local modeling agency and I was introduced to the world of photo shoots. From there it was testing, networking and doing any project that came my way, whether it be film, photo’s or theater.

SH: What young talent have you worked with that really impressed you?

MS: I worked with Justin Bieber and Taylor Swift when they were first starting out! They were both very sweet. Also, I assisted a makeup artist who worked a lot with Beyonce and Destiny’s Child. They were very young then–I think 19. I was SUPER impressed with their talent, work ethic and professionalism. I did spend more time with them then most celebrities I’ve worked with, so I got to see more and know them more.

SH: What is the best part about doing what you love for a living?

The key to success in life is to do what you love. When I say success, I do not necessarily mean earning a lot of money, although that can come with it. When you do things you love or enjoy doing you grow and blossom. When you grow and blossom you open yourself up to achieve anything!

SH: Do you have a favorite tool or product that you always have on hand?

MS: In order of importance: eyelash curler, lip balm, liquid foundation ONLY used as a concealer were you absolutely need it, and bronzer used as a blush!

SH: Do you have any tips for our young Sweetys who are starting to wear makeup?

MS: Less is more — be sure to work with your natural beauty first!!! Good skin care, healthy diet and exercise and plenty of water.

DO NOT go crazy with the eyebrow tweezing! That is mistake #1 for all teens. A good thick brow is WAY more modern and the MOST important feature of your face. Always a good moisturizer, eyelash curler and lip balm. Stay away from concealers and eyeshadows. If you need a little coverage use liquid foundation. For a stubborn raised pimple try a cream foundation.



Written by: Sweet Beat, 02/22/2012

Polish Up for Sweety High’s Nail Art Contest!

Sweety High has launched a new contest and it’s all about nails!

We want to see your best nail art design!

Take a picture of your greatest work and send it our way to be entered to win a prize!

You can enter by submitting your photo under the “Contests” tab on Sweety High.

So…what will you design? We can’t wait to find out!



Written by: Sweet Beat, 02/22/2012

Sweet Beat Covers “The Lorax” Premiere!

We don’t know what you did over the long weekend, but we know that we attended “The Lorax” movie premiere!

We caught up with Taylor Swift, Zac Efron, Danny Devito (and more) before the film started so we could bring home the best interviews for our Sweetys!

The full video coverage will be up on Sweety High next week as the newest Sweet Beat episode, so don’t forget to check back for the interviews!

In the meantime Sweetys, here are some fab photos from the event!

 



Written by: Sweet Beat, 02/21/2012

Celebrate Random Act of Kindness Day!

That’s right Sweetys! Today is Random Act of Kindness Day and people are celebrating all over the country!

This morning, Ryan Seacrest bought coffee for every customer at a local Starbucks before heading over to a grocery store to pick up the tab there as well.

While Ryan’s actions may be right on form, there are other ways to practice RAOK day on a much kinder budget.

Celebrate today by helping your younger sibling with their homework, offering to help out around the house for your parents, baking cookies for your fav teacher, or making a friendship bracelet for your BFF.

No matter how you celebrate, your random act of kindness will make the world a much better place today Sweetys!

We know how generous you all already are – now we can’t wait to hear about it!



Written by: Sweet Beat, 02/17/2012

What’s on YOUR February To-Read List??

On cold winter days, there is nothing we love more than cuddling up with a warm blanket and a good read!

Grab a hot chocolate and that book you’ve been meaning to get started on and get settled in for some good old-fashioned reading time.

We want to know what’s on your February To-Read list! Share books that you’ve been dying to crack open and ones that you’ve already read and loved!

We can’t wait to hear suggestions from all our Sweetys out there!



Written by: Sweet Beat, 02/15/2012