00:00It's that wedding season, though, and I'm a groomsman again, but I still want to look beautiful even though I'm
00:04broke.
00:05So I'm going to give you a few tips today on how to not break the bank when trying to
00:09look glam.
00:10I'm going to help you out. Yes, you ready?
00:14Hey guys, this is Awkwafina. Welcome to New York. This is Ballin' on a Budget.
00:19Getting a pro to chalk up your face and tie your hair in knots can cost upwards of $300.
00:26Beauty on a Budget is all about tapping that new talent.
00:29Find the hottest stylist of tomorrow and discounted services at the Orojo Cosmetology School in Tribeca.
00:37Buenos Dias. Heard y'all were looking for models.
00:42Once modeled with a prized steak chicken. He was more the star of that shoot. I was kind of more
00:46of a prop.
00:47So what are we looking at here? Hourly rates, $7 to $9.
00:50If you want to get your hair done here, you pay us.
00:52Okay, what do you mean? $15 down, $20 per month.
00:55So I'm going to walk in there, welcome Model Magic, and I take direct deposit.
00:58It's on Wednesday night.
01:04Finding a stylist is a lot like choosing a soulmate.
01:07Get to know each other and see if the vibe is right.
01:11Do you have any experience...
01:16Have you listened to The Cure, Michael Bolton?
01:20Really?
01:21I'm going to cut to the chase here. I like your vibes. They smell like fake lilacs.
01:26It's hard for me to connect with anyone on a meaningful level, so I feel like I should bring you
01:30on board. Are you down?
01:32Yeah.
01:34Get on the same page about the best look for snatching that bouquet.
01:38She's been through a lot.
01:41Probably went to Penn State. Graduated like a 2.5. Went to Cancun. Got some volume in her hair. Now
01:47it's all fried off, just like her dreams.
01:49Don't ever let me get side bangs like that.
01:52Ugh.
01:53I'm supposed to be looking like a used Q-tip. You want a donut?
01:59Inspiration right there.
02:01You want to achieve a balance for a wedding. Look good enough to go home with a groomsman, but not
02:06so good that you show up with a bride.
02:08Yeah, right. I'm going to steal the show like I stole that robe. That's it.
02:14Pair's done. Now it's time to get my face up to speed.
02:17You can do this.
02:19I look like a Japanese Frida.
02:23I know.
02:25Hi, my name is Crystal. I came to do...
02:26Take your makeup to the next level by bringing in someone with a good foundation.
02:31Well, you know what? I can tell that you're qualified. I need my makeup done. I don't think I need
02:35a lot.
02:39Those lips.
02:41Yeah, when I talk, they move.
02:43They're horrible. They're wonderful.
02:46You finished.
02:47You kept it light, right?
02:48Very light.
02:52Time to go. These lips don't lie.
02:56What goes up must come down.
02:58And that's not just bouquets.
03:00Good morning, or shall I say good night?
03:03It was the best wedding ever.
03:06It was so worth getting glam.
03:08Just follow my tips.
03:09I got you.
03:11What I don't got you on is de-glamming.
03:13Because I don't own makeup wipes.
03:15But I do have tacos.
03:20What's up? It's Awkwafina.
03:21Rapper and comedian from Queens, New York.
03:23The only thing I like more than a New York slice is saving money.
03:27I'm gonna take you across the city to ball on a budget.
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