Lets Talk Shoes.

I bet all of you ladies are creating your Christmas wish list! It is that time of year after all!! Perfect time for some shoe talk... Ya'll know I love my shoes!!

Lets start with some interesting history on heels, I'm sure we all have figured heels have been around for a while.. I mean come on, all those princesses and queens had to have rocked some wicked kicks, even back then... right?? OF COURSE!! In fact heels were often worn in vogue by both sexes! Quite interesting to think of men in heels, but for them this was a frequently worn fashion statement, and completely normal for those with rank.

Heels are depicted in ancient Egypt murals! But the earliest heels have been recorded was during the Hellinic times (ancient Greece). In both instances these elevated shoes were worn by both men and women. Heels really because more popular in later years. Around the 1500's when "many have argued heels were invented, despite the evidence of them in previous centuries. They suggested that heels originated in 1533 when Catherine de' medici wore heels made in Florence, Italy. To he wedding, where she married the duke of Orleans, Henry II of France.

Think Louis Vuitton's, are the first "Louis heels"?? Guess again!! Louis XIV of France, had a shoemaker by the name of Nicholas Lestage design heels around 1660. These heels became very popular among the ladies. These outward tapered, concave curved heels were referred to as "Louis heels" or "Pompadour heels" not after the hairstyle silly girls, but as in Madame de' pompadour (a.k.a Jeanne Antoinette, before getting her title, from the king who purchased marquisate of pompadour and gave the estate, its coat-of-arms and its title to her. So she was able to be present in court.) who often wore this style of heel quite often.

Come on... you know you want a pair ;)

Well, we have evolved quite a bit since the days of the "pompadour heel" with our 1 inch platform heels now. But, I can only hope I have given you a deeper respect for your heels. :) Remember the above while you are crying inside from the pain your feeling, because you decided to wear YOUR heels... to the mall... ;)

Now, here are some adorable modern styles.
Today I wanted to share some cute designs from http://www.urbanog.com/, they have a great selection on heels; for fair prices too. These are just a few that I think are great for the holiday season.

These are perfect for those Christmas parties soon! Pair them with a little black dress and a red head band, your heels will steal the show; and you'll be sure to turn heads!

Cheetah-02 Glitter Almond toe platform pump. In red $30.80

Your going to need a pair of boots like these! Get a neutral color you can wear with many things this season. Wear these out to look at lights (zoo lights in your in Phoenix would be a great place to rock these ;) ) , or for getting together with family!

Paprika Razi- S slouchy round toe knee high boot. In camel $35.20

I love these bootie! These would be perfect with some brown leggings,an off white flowy top, and a patterned scarf, for your families thanks giving dinner. Great for many other events as well! Adorable shoes, and a great add to your collection. ;)

Chelsea-1 two tone platform bootie. In brown $21.50







Just a few style ideas, this time of year is so much fun to play wardrobe! Thanks for reading! Watch out for more posts coming up.. i know it has been awhile ;)

Lipsticks for your summer.

Looking for that perfect color for you pout this summer?!

Fair skin tones should be looking for corals and peaches!! This will add more color to your look.

Beige/medium skin tones should go for light pinks! This will enhance your skin tone and also add a little more interest.

Olive tones, grab a nice fuschia . This is such a fun color and will look great!

Bronzed skin tones should try a deep rose color. Its not quite red and not quite pink.

Deep skin tones should be looking for a apple red color. This color brings a warmth to your skin and is perfect for this season.

Make your own bronzer! DIY special

   

                 I'm so excited to share this with you guys!! This is a great way to save money, not to mention its great for your skin! Cinnamon is used in many skin treatments! Cinnamon and petroleum jelly can be used to sooth itchy skin and acne. Cinnamon also causes a plumping action with the skin due the minor swelling it causes which can help diminish wrinkles. Cinnamon has been used in lip glosses to help plup lips and make them look fuller. With that said, here's how you do it!! 

Your going to need 
 *1/2 tsp of ground nutmeg 
 *1/2 tsp of ground cinnamon
 *1/2 tsp of cocoa powder 

Mix the three together in a small bowl. If you are looking for a darker bronzer add more cocoa powder to get your desired darkness. 

I used an empty makeup compact to put my bronzer in. 

Add a small amount of alcohol (70%)just enough to turn powder mixture into a paste. Spread evenly in the compact, and leave to dry overnight! 


It's as simple as that!! :) I hope you all give this a try. I'd love to hear from you if you do! 

pin up, make up

Firecracker red lips, luxurious eye shadow, winged eyeliner, defined eyebrows pin up girl are so inspirational with their makeup! So many people have been influenced by their style, hair, makeup and much more!

To start off this look I used a mouse foundation, with a very very light bronzer (its practically a foundation) with minimal shimmer to keep the matte look. Take a matte blush and apply it to the apples of your cheeks.

For the eyes I used a primer on my lid then covered my whole lid with a beige eyeshadow. On top of the beige I applied an off white shadow. Going from the outer corner in I took a dark pewter color and applied it to the crease of the eye lid. Finish off with winged liquid eyeliner and your favorite mascara.

Polish off the look with a matte red lipstick!! Don't forget to get the access off of your lips! I do this by quickly closing my mouth on a napkin! It will keep you from smearing, and getting lipstick on your teeth!! ;)












I hope you give this a try!! Its such a cute look!! Check in soon!! xo

fringe your old tshirts this summer!!

Try this edgy look this summer! Im in love with it. It reminds me of the 70's and 90's grunge looks, and its simple to create!!

Find an old plain t shirt to cut up!! Nothing special about this shirt, just an old shirt from work so its perfect!! plus.... I think its ugly.... hahah

Decide where you are going to cut up to! On my t shirt I'm going to cut where I am pointing!! You can do yours lower or higher it is all up to you!!

I'm keeping the front of the shirt on the back to get the cutting done faster! Also I'm cutting the strips about the width of my thumb. Keep in mind you will stretch these out and they will get thinner! Cut yours to you liking.

Start in the middle and finish one side and then the other. Stretch your fringe out, knot the bottom, and then cut the hem off the bottom (under the knot).

You can do WHATEVER you want to the top!! Leave it the way it is, shorten the sleeves,  swoop neck with sleeves, or do a tank top with a swoop neck, like I did!  It's all up to you!!! :)

Thanks for reading I hope you try this out!! :) Check in soon for more fun posts!! comments, questions, requests are always welcome below!!

Bad Girl Blues

Im sure most of you have heard the song that inspired this post today. "Bad" by the cab, has been stuck in my head 24/7!! So I came up with this cute, club look. Get a little daring with your makeup!! ;)

 

Step one of this look, is to apply your foundation, and whatever else you use to your face as usual! Pick up a light brown shadow on your eye shadow brush and apply it all over the eyelid. Then add a dark grey to the crease and outer corner of your eye! :)

Next, I used war paints blue liquid eyeliner, same brand as the green eyeliner from my st. patty's day post. I did a cat eye but with a thicker line then i took the black and did a normal sized cat eye in the center of the blue!

TTAAAAADDAAA!! :D


Its that simple!! 

until next time!! <3 comment,questions,requests,etc. beloww xox

she did what?!?!?!

Hey there, I know its been quite a while since I've last posted for you guys!!For that I am so very sorry!! I have been out of my mind busy!! Work, school and the little play time I have! But here I am unable to sleep typing this up for you guys!! :) I have school tomorrow morning and I should be in bed but I've been itching to post!!  So as you may or may not know ladies I started cosmetology school!!! YAYYYYYY :) im perusing my dream!!  I went through a breakup, im no longer with Derek (relationship of a year and a half) long story short it wasn't ment to be!! Im moving on wonderfully :) single life is what can i say.... GREAT so far!! :) But anywaysss some fun news for ya'll I WENT BLONDE!!!!

I've been told by many it looks softer on me, makes my eyes pop and fits my personality better!! :) so i guess it will be here for a while, or maybe it will stay :) So just a little news on what kinda stuff i will be postinggg! I got so much cool stuff from school that i can post for ya'll so watch out for new posts!! ill be doing possibly some question/delema and answer postss.. and some more nails, makeup and hair of course!!! :) let me know what you guys want to see on here so i can be sure to post it for ya!!! Thanks for readinggg check in soon! xox