Before he
He has such lovely strong features and now they're lost in this:
I really hope its a mockumentary. I really hope its good.
Musician. **blows dust off music degree** All that frustration of learning to sing in Italian, Russian, Latin, etc. and I'm a database administrator pursing a Master's degree in Business and Information Systems. **sigh** Sometimes life takes you in different directions. I have no regrets and its never too late to bless the mic.
I don't drink Starbucks. I think it tastes like dirty mop water. LOL! Don't kill me I just always thought it was a bitter brew.
I like Aromatics Elixir by Clinique. It's old school but works with my body chemistry perfectly. Other than that pretty much anything by Givenchy, Stella McCartney, Prada, or Armani.
Hmmm...I don't really watch Reality TV...maybe because its skewed by the producer's intent. If anything my reality TV taste is kind of geeky. I like the wedding shows like Bridezillas, Who's Wedding Is It Anyway, Yes To the Dress. And I like true crime shows, 48 Hours, Forensic Files, etc. Other than that I like all the cooking challenge shows on Food Network.
Twisting my whole head took about 30-40 minutes.
I started with dry hair and applied a bit of gel to each section before twisting.
By morning, they flattened out a bit.
My mother said I could wear them as is...uh no Mom I'm not S. Epatha Merkerson. Though I love her dearly.
Then for my business innovation class, I have to play a game, read an article, and post my thoughts on both, plus respond to at least four other students by Sunday. ** double sigh**
It's not that the work is hard. The subject matter is quite interesting and thought provoking. Writing can just be time consuming especially when you're going to be graded for citing things correctly. You have to be tedious and I don't do tedious. Tedious = boring. Oh well...it will get done.
Enough about me. How is your week going?
Just call me Pinky!
I decided to change up my natural look a bit and add more pink to it. Well, I added a lot of pink. I think it worked out.
Products used:
Cheeks: Forever 21 Love and Beauty Blush in Rose (Less than $4)
Eye Primer: Urban Decay Primer Potion in Original
Eyeshadow: Wet N' Wild Eyeshadow Palette in Sweet As Candy. (You can win one here.)
Eyeliner: Maybelline Line Stiletto in Very Black
Mascara: Rimmel Glam Lash Mascara in Extreme Black
Lips: Maybelline Color Sensational Lip Gloss in Hooked on Pink
Headband: Scunci found at Rite Aid
Tops: Torrid (Tank) Old Navy (Blue Top)
I liked the F21 blush but it did not pick up well with a blush brush. I wound up using my fingers. Maybe because of the embossing in the compact. **shrugs shoulders** It didn't last long but its still a bit hot in these parts. Maybe with foundation it would set better.
And yes I know my eyebrows are atrocious. I don't know what's going on with them this summer. I tweeze and shape and they keep growing back funky. I have to invest in threading soon...real soon.
Music Moment: Yes my best friend and I wore matching outfits to the parties and made up dance routines...
Actually I got paid on Tuesday...that whole semi-monthly payroll thing sucks! LOL!
Johnny Kemp never had another major hit but hey this song was made in 1988 and still kicks ass!! He can be proud.
Beginning September 3, 2010, I will post Friday Finds links in the AM and Friday Finds videos in the PM.
Pearl & Ribbon Accordion Necklace DIY
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Giveaway - Rock & Republic Eyeshadow Snakeskin via The Glam Shack
The Fashion Bomb's Jenny Dayco Jewelry Giveaway! via The Fashion Bomb Blog /// All Urban Fashion... All the Time
Plus Size Bra Giveaway via Five Favorite Things
Green Beauty: CleanWell hand sanitizer review and giveaway! from Clumps of Mascara
Giveaway: Win Nip + Fab Goodies! from Vex in the City
Win a $25 Store Credit to Huzzah Vintage! from Kendi Everyday
Giveaway Time! Win a La Mer Bali Stud Wrap Watch From Their New Collection from Second City Style Fashion Blog - Style, Luxury, Beauty &; Shopping
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Teeny House Bunny + FREE stufff rom The CheapChica's Guide to Style
China Glaze "Awakening" Collection Giveaway from Addicted to All Things Pretty
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I'll be the first to admit I didn't get his allure at first. He was in plenty of movies in the eighties but it was watching him as J.T. in "The Five Heartbeats" that did it for me. Maybe because I was a senior in high school and grown, I got his "IT" factor.
LEON website reel from Preston Robinson on Vimeo.
I actually only have one of these. It took forever to find them after my friend J and I saw them on Scandalous Beauty. I found them on Apothica.com. J's arrived melted. Customer service was swift to replace. But for me, as much as I loved the color, there's not much in the pan and its prone to go soft. I try to keep in the freezer.
Gloss and Sticks Nail Love Giveaway - Win Deborah Lippmann Nail Polish! via Gloss and Sticks
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New Revlon Coupons (Lipstick & Nail Enamel) via Printable Coupons and Deals
Free St. Ives Body Wash at Walgreens via Free Snatcher
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NYX Single in Sassy Green and my absolute fave Oro
I just wish the Oro stood out a bit more.
So MAC users is it close or do I just need to order the Sassy Green online?
Products Used:
Cheeks: Nope no blush today we're back up to 97 degrees in NJ. *sigh*
Eye Primer: Urban Decay Primer Potion in Original
Eyeshadow: NYX Eyeshadow Single in Lake Algae and Oro
Eyeliner: Maybelline Line Stiletto in Very Black
Mascara: Rimmel Glam Lash Mascara in Extreme Black
Lips: NYX Round Lipgloss in Apricot
Earrings: Rite Aid
Headband: Scunci found at Rite Aid
Top: Target
Two Wet N' Wild Eyeshadow Palettes in Sweet As Candy and On Cloud Nine along with a Wet N' Wild Mega Liner in Black.
Wet N' Wild has come a long way in terms of quality and I wouldn't steer you wrong. You'll like these.
So how do you win it:
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- US and Canadian entrants but its up to you to know your customs laws and fees!
- Contest ends on September 8, 2010 at midnight Eastern Time.
- I will use a random number generator to determine the winner. Winner must contact me within 48 hours to claim prize or I will select new winner.
Good luck everyone!!!
I still remember learning all the lyrics to Brenda K. Starr's "I Still Believe".
I used to do that silly little dance with friends.
Why was this my song for a hot minute?
I was sad when Mariah tried to remake this classic. Bah!!
Don't tell anyone...Brenda K. Starr actually worked in Newport Centre when I worked there in college. I totally acted like a geeked out fan every time I went in her store (Accessory Place). I was so happy when she resurrected her career as a Salsa singer.
And Mariah ruined "Sweetheart" for me too. :(
Don't these books look like fun?
Yes, I said I have to take six credits next semester. Technically I only have nine graduate credits but because I was a music major as an undergrad, I have some lower level credits I need to take or test out of. I plan on taking a programming class with my last grad class next semester and hopefully test out of Calculus. (Extra confident of myself seeing as I only took up to Trigonometry and Pre-Calc in high school twenty years ago.)
So I've just finished reading the driest chapter in Business Process Change. I read my Ethics book yesterday. I think I'm going to do my chapter readings and lectures in the evening and read my abstracts while in transit or on the bus. I was told that I have to have a 4.0 this semester because someone purchased my books instead of his monthly box of Romeo and Julietas. My beau is a sweetie but a tyrant when it comes to my education and my daughter's education. It doesn't help that he's also in grad school and has a 4.0 overall. (Showoff!!!)
Well at least I know he won't be puffing on cigars this month. And at least I won't have to come home to find this in my plants.
Of course he claims it wasn't him...like I have another cigar smoking boyfriend who came to visit yesterday **sigh**
1. What new fashion trend are you looking forward to sporting this fall?
I admit I'm attracted to the military jackets I see popping up. I've always had a soft spot for those and have owned several throughout my life. Evans
I also like the Moto jackets that keep popping up.
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2. Which item in your closet is most likely to be your go-to transition piece?
It's not in my closet now but I plan on investing in leggings and simple mini dresses. The long over slim silhouette works well on me. I just haven't worn it in years. I'd like to get back to it and move away from wearing denim so much. (Or as my grandma used to say dungarees.) And I'd like to pick up some more tights. I fell in love with tights all over again a few years ago. They're a great way to take lightweight dresses into winter. Just My Size makes great basic tights in black but I hear We Love Colors are fantastic.
Of course, I need bright colors for my denim minis.
3. What item from last year are you looking forward to reinventing this fall?
Not one item but items...accessories. I buy them so much and never wear them because they are put away. Since I'm redecorating the whole house, I'd like to organize my hats, jewelry, scarves, belts, etc in a way I'm more apt to use them to remix my wardrobe.
If I could find something similar to this organizer from BrylaneHome.com that wasn't so white and swirly...we'd be in business.
4. What is your favorite part about this time of the year?
Besides days that are cooler than summer but not cold enough I need a jacket. Fashion!! I noticeably dress better in fall. Everything is so chic and new. And the colors are so rich. I've seen at least three makeup collections that I must invest in. MAC's Venomous Villains Anyone?
Temptalia.com has the best coverage. And I want Urban Decay's new Book of Shadows
5. Will you be attending any fashion events this fall?
Maybe some blogger meet ups and craft shows. Nothing big planned. I missed out on a lot of events last year because I was doing so many craft shows myself. And when you're selling, its hard to shop. So I missed Renegade Brooklyn this year and I missed all of the Handmade Cavalcades...want to make sure I check some shows out this year. I believe in shopping indie when I can. If you're in the NJ/NYC area look me up. Maybe we could hook up and shop. I also travel to Philly.
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