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Here's the tutorial I promised y'all, you know, the version with the drugstore dupes. Just in case you missed the version where I used Mac and Nars products, here it is:
Scary thumbnail picture right? Blogger won't let me upload the other tutorial, so I included the drugstore dupe for the high-end eyeshadows I used.
Here are the eyeshadows I used in both videos.
Here are the eyeshadows used in Drugstore version (Almay trio for Brown Eyes, L'Oreal HiP duo in Roaring, Revlon Matte e/s)
And here's the eyeshadows I used the Mac/Nars version. Nars Kalahari Duo (shimmery side), Mac Orb, Wedge and Vanilla.
Want to see some swatches? Really!? Okay...
Right to Left: Vanilla, Orb, Kalahari, Almay Trio, Wedge, Roaring, Revlon Matte
Here's the same Shadows w/out flash. Ignore the swatches above those. They were from another video.
Okay, hope y'all enjoyed both those videos. My next video will be a my 100th VIDEO!!!! I'm so excited! I'm trying to think of something special to do. I'll probably upload it on Wednesday (7-5-12), or later this week. Let me know if you have any other questions.
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-Birdie
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This video was requested by lesinthecity. I also decided to show some other things I would wear with it, because I couldn't decide which to show in the video.
I showed this shirt in my Marchall's haul video. I love this top because the neckline is high in the front, and low in the back. It has a retro feel to it that I love, and it makes my narrow shoulders look broader (which, like I've said a hundred times, makes my hips look more proportionate to my body). This shirt was $12.99 at Marchall's, is a size medium, and was in the juniors section. This style of shirt is similar to ones that Audrey Hepburn, or Coco Chanel would wear.
I also thought I'd style this shirt a few different ways. Here are some examples.
This look is retro,
chic, and great for school, outings, and gatherings. Striped top paired with pearls (Macy's), black high waisted denim shorts
(Target), and fushia ruffly flats (Target).
This second look is great for cooler weather, and casual outings or gatherings. It would also be great for shopping, school, or traveling. Striped top paired with skinny jeans (Target), Ralph Lauren riding boots (Piperlime.com), and vintage skarf.
This is great for
Church, dinner out, or a party. I like it because it has some interesting juxtapositions: conservative, but edgy/"fashionable"; classic, but trendy; elegant, but youthful. Striped top paired with yellow Rodarte for Target skirt, suede wedges
(Payless), and Lauren Conrad for Kohl's necklace.
This look is great for summer. Is casual and comfortable. It also has a Bohemian feel to it, without looking like a "flower child" (which I try to avoid). Striped top paired with light wash denim shorts with lace detail
(Target), Lauren Conrad for Kohl's necklace, and blue/gold shoes I got
in Bulgaria.
This look is just fun.
It's a little young for me, but it could be a great mall, vacation, or
beach outfit. Striped top paired with same Lauren Conrad necklace, same fushia
Target flats, and floral print shorts (Macy's).
This look is also
chic. It's similar to one of the looks I did for "The Pencil Skirt Series". It's great for parties, dinner out, and the office if the skirt were
less tight. Striped top paired with pencil skirt from Bar III (Macy's), pearl
necklace (Macy's), and Material Girl hot pink heels (Macy's). You can really see the low back of the shirt in the next photo
Here's a back view.
Here's the accessories. The first picture is accessories that I pretty much wore with each outfit. The second is the different necklaces/scarf(s). I also Included some other pictures of the different clothing from the outfits.
Shoes.
Closer look at the bottoms.
These are some lipsticks that would look great with this top, or any of these outfits. I love my brights!
Really Red by Revlon (Matte)
Ruffian Red by Mac (limited edition; matte)
Viva Glam Gaga by Mac (lustre)
Funny Face by Nars (matte)
I hope y'all have enjoyed this. I know it's very heavy on the pictures, but I really wanted to share this with y'all. Love y'all!!!
-Birdie
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I don't remember who, but I've had several of my subscribers asked me to do a summer hair tutorial. I was thinking about what I was going to do, and because it is so humid where I live, the only thing I really do with my hair in the summer is put it in a messy bun, or ponytail. So I thought I'd show you something that I do when my hair is really frizzy, and unmanageable. So how do you do this look? Well you can watch the video and find out...
I will add the video here once it is uploaded (watch some of my other videos till then!).
...And you can try to read my crumby step by step instructions: Step 1: if you have bangs, twist them, and either pin them to the side, like I did, or straight back. They both look great, which ever you prefer. Step 2: Section off the top half of the front of your hair, and twist (approximately) 2 inch sections straight back, and pin them. You can make it interesting by crossing them together and pinning them, as well as twisting some short and some long. Step 3: Pull remaining hair into a ponytail, and twist into small bun. Step 4: Pull twisted strands of hair around the bun, and pin. And you're done! (Watch the video. It should make more sense)
Here are some pictures of what the hair looked like, just in case it was hard to see in the video.
Top (Back View)
The Bun
Right Side
Top (Front View)
Left Side
Front
And this is what my hair looked like after I took it out of the twisty bun. This look is great for a party... or if you want to look like you just escaped from the insane asylum.
Here is the FINAL episode of "The Pencil Skirt Series"! I'm sad, and happy at the same time that it's over. I loved doing this series, and from what I've read, y'all have been liking it too. I may, or may not have some further pencil skirt episodes planned after this, but we'll see.........
This skirt has a 1700's, french style, rococo print, which I love. I have loved anything Marie Antoinette since the movie came out. I should to a blog post about it sometime. Here's some pictures to give you an idea of Rococo style:
Marie Antoinette
Inside of a Church; Rococo Interior Design
Kirsten Dunst in the movie "Marie Antoinette". Picture from Vogue.
Rococo style chairs and textile (brocade pattern)
So as you can see, this skirt is really reminiscent of Rococo style, which is why I love it so much. I like to pair it with edgy things such as studs, and black, to make it into an interesting juxtaposition. This skirt is a little too small for me, so I don't wear it much anymore. I don't have the heart to get rid of it though because it's so pretty. It hits me at my waist, and comes right above the knee (it is the shortest pencil skirt of the bunch), and has a slit up the back. I paired it with a grey scooped neck top, with ruffled sleeves. This top (and tops like it) are really nice paired with pencil skirts, because they make your shoulders look a little bit broader. If you have wide hips like me, this is great because it gives you an hour-glass figure. I also added a thin vintage belt (it was my late grandmother's). This belt is black patten leather, with two little gold hedgehogs for clasps. For shoes, I chose some black, patten leather wedges from Payless. These wedges are great because they can be worn in an edgy way, casually, or formally. Lastly, for accessories I added my cuff bracelets from The Current Custom, tree branch necklace from Nancy Nelson Jewelry (Etsy.com), bullet earrings (handmade gift from a friend), my chain "Return to Tiffany's" bracelet, my bead Tiffany & Co bracelet, and a multi-chain necklace by Anna Sheffield for Target. I also used a studded bracelet as a headband, for a little multitasking, and interesting "punky" twist. This look would be great for a concert, a date, dinner with friends, cocktails (if you're over 21, of course).
This second look is a little more soft. It sort of reminds me of a modern day version of Marie Antoinette style. This top is by Lauren Conrad for Kohl's, and has small leaf shaped pieces of fabric that make it look a bit like a birds fluffy white breast. It is also similar to the embellished bodices of Rococo dresses. This shirt is racer backed. The shoe are nude, pointy-toed, patten kitten heel from Payless. I also added an embellished headband from Target. Jewelry includes teal and silver earrings from Charming Charlie, my two Tiffany bracelets, the same tree branch necklace, and cuff bracelets (links above). The accessories really give the outfit that decedent, over embellished quality that Rococo dresses had. If this look is too embellished for you, you can ditch the headband and/or earrings, and choose something simpler. This look would be great for a lunch with friends, Church, or family gathering. It is also nice for just spring time day wear.
Okay y'all! That is it for this series! I really hoped y'all enjoyed it as much as I did. As I said before, there may or may not be additions to this series in the future. You'll just have to wait and see....
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Here is the 4th episode of "The Pencil Skirt Series". Here's the video.
This look is really pretty. It's great for a party in the Spring or Summer time. It's great for semi-formal events such as a wedding, family gathering, dinner with friends, luncheons. I like it because the color is different. Usually pencil skirts come if basic neutral colors, and this is a nice light blue. I paired it with my Lauren Conrad necklace, cuff bracelets from The Current Custom, Anastasia necklace from JewelMint (don't join!), tree branch necklace from Nancy Nelson Jewelry (Etsy.com), tree branch earring from Red Sofa (Etsy.com), a hot pink belt worn as a headband (multitasking!), and hot pink shoes from Forever 21. This look can look too soft if you don't have some interesting element. I added the hot pink accessories as a pop of color to make it interesting. I like really really soft looks, so you could wear light pink flats, or even nude heels if you wanted. You could also make this look really retro or vintage by adding a 1950s hat, fascinator or flower to the hair.
You can make this skirt look a little more hard, and
"punky", I guess. This look also has an Olivia Newton-John in Grease, Cry Baby, bad-girl-1950s feel to it, that I kind of like. This type of wide v-neck shirt is great because, if you have narrow shoulders like me, it broadens your chest and gives you more of an hour-glass shape. Also because it is black, it is slimming. The belt is also nice, because it has that 1950 look, and it says, "Here is my waist! The slimmest part of my body!" The shoes are just black patent leather, t-strap sandel wedges. These are great summer shoes because they are sandals, and the can be worn dressy or casually. I wore the same jewelry, minus the Lauren Conrad necklace. Top is from Target, as is the wide belt. Shoes are from Payless.
Finally, this outfit is another variation of the Marilyn Monroe look. It as all the same elements as that outfit, with the white button-down top ($13, Forever 21), and nude wedges (Payless). I added a beige skinny belt to define my waist, and a lot of pearl and "diamond" a la Forever 21 jewelry. This look is fun. It's sort of costumey, but I like it. I made me feel like a $100. CAUTION: If you wear this much faux diamond jewelry in one outfit, you are liable to get stared at. But don't worry, they think you look great!
Okay, so that's in for this skirt. I hope you guys enjoyed reading, and looking at the pictures. The next and final episode (episode 5), will be up on Saturday. Yes you read that right. SATURDAY! I thought that since it was the last episode, I'd put it up on the weekend some more of you guys can see it.
If you want, you can watch all the episodes here. You can also check out/follow my Tumblr, if you like. I like to post pictures of looks or outfits, as well as random stuff, like quotes, fashion shows, etc.
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How excited are y'all that I uploaded episode 3 early?!? I'll upload episode 4 on Monday as usual.
So one to this skirt. This skirt is by the brand Bar III, from Macy's. I really like this brand. I have several pieces from this line. They were fairly reasonably priced, because I got them on sale. This skirt is very stretchy, which is important, because it hugs my curves, and makes it easier to get on. It has some stitching detail on the princess seam line, and on the hips. It is also very high waisted, which I LOVE! Here' the video:
I like this first look because it is very feminine, and a restrained sexy, but not over the top. It's perfect for a date, because it is girly, elegant, and fun at the same time. It also shows off my curves very well. The skirt is long, which makes my body and legs look longer. It is also high-waisted which, as I've said before, is perfect for my body type. I paired this skirt with a off-white top, that has asymmetrical ruffles. It also has a (moderately) low, scooped neckline. This is flattering for me, because it broadens my shoulders, and gives me an hour-glass figure. Lastly, I added a long pendant necklace (by Lauren Conrad from Kohl's), Chinese inspired dangle earrings, hot pink heels (by Material Girl from Macy's), and Nars Funny Face lipstick. The necklace elongates the upper body, the colorful earrings and bright lipstick bring the attention to the face, and the bright shoes add color to the outfit. You could also add a hot pink belt if you want (I couldn't find mine).
For this look, I kept the same top, and added a maroon, wide brimmed, felt hat (from Target), a grey sheer scarf (from Walmart), and black suede wedges (from Payless). This look is dramatic... and I'm not really sure where you'd wear it, but it's fun non-the-less.
This is the last look for this skirt. I just got this blouse from Target last week. I'm going to upload a haul featuring it soon. This nude top has a diamond shaped pattern, peter-pan collar, black buttons down the front, and is racer-backed. I like this top because it is really feminine, and pretty. This top is nice with this skirt, because it adds volume to the upper body, without making you look big. I paired it with some black and white (Chanel inspired!) flats from Payless. And again I'm wearing Funny Face lipstick by Nars (it's probably my favorite, go-to lipstick).
Here's a better view of the top.
Here's the accessories. Earrings from Charming Charlie's, Necklace by Anna Sheffield for Target, (Faux) Rose Gold watch from Target ($12!!!), and Sterling Silver and Rose Gold cuff bracelets from The Current Custom. The lipstick is Funny Face by Nars (It looks a little red in this picture, but it's really hot pink).
I hope y'all enjoyed this video and blog post. Let me know in the comments what you think. Also let me know if you'd like to see other looks featuring this skirt. The next episode will be up Monday, as usual.
Okay, so that's it for this skirt. I hope y'all enjoyed it. You can watch the whole Pencil Skirt Series here.
I also wanted to say thank you to my TWO blog followers. I love y'all! Thank you so much for following my blog. It's means the WORLD to me.
Love y'all!
-Birdie
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Here's what my family did for the 4th of July.
Okay, so the first thing I did was put together the perfect 4th of July outfit and makeup.
Here's the makeup.
I did a winged eyeliner with dark blue near the lashes and white on top, with neutral eyeshadow. Then I added a rosy natural looking blush, highlight, Stars of course! and a retro red lip (complete list of products below). This look as a patriotic, retro, 1950s, sailor feel to it.
Here's a close up of the eye makeup.
Then you need a Patriotic outfit. I hot glued Red, White, and Blue buttons (of various shapes, sizes, and styles) to the top, bottom and back of the shirt. Then I sewed Red and White grosgrain ribbon (in a stripe pattern), to the pocket. I also paired it with jean shorts, because denim is very American. I also wore Converse All-stars (low-tops) because they are also very American.
Here are the accessories. I wore my two Tiffany bracelets, Rose Gold watch from Target, and a studded bracelet from Target. I also wore my bullet earrings (which were made by a friend) because they are also... American.
And you have to dress your fiancee in patriotic colors as well. This is Michael, grand-master firework technician, by the way.
Now, on to some food. First some frozen yogurt. This is Micah. Started out fine, then he got a brain-freeze.
Here's my "ice cream".
Now for some dinner. Everything has to be very American. You need: Coca-Cola, Lay's Classic Potato Chip, Baked beans (Recipe here ), Potato Salad, Pickles, and...
...Cheese Burgers, with American Cheese! Time to Eat!
Lastly, you need dessert. Apple or Cherry pie with vanilla ice cream is accepted, and preferred.
Now for Firework!
Started off with sparklers. We don't like the 10" metal sparklers, so we stuck them in the ground, and just watched them burn. Shelby, be older brother, loves sparklers (the longer "Morning Glory" ones made of paper). Then we moved on to bigger stuff. We had some mortars, but I didn't get pictures of them.
