Beauty Blogger Question of the Day: 7-21

So I pretty much FAILED at the whole question of the day thing, opting to instead do my own posts and forgetting about answering the days question.  Here's what I would have answered days 7-21:

Day 07 — Your Favorite animal

I guess kittens, they are super cute and fun.  I saved a pretty black kitty from the park one day when I took my baby cousin out to play and since then I've wanted a black kitty with big blue or green eyes (couldn't keep that one as my mom doesn't want any pets in the house).  

Day 08 — A photo that makes you laugh

My brother is hilarious and came into my room one day, noticed my new wig and decided to put it on. I died laughing, sexy huh?

Day 09 — Your favorite pair of shoes

My favorite shoes that I own are velvet Asos flats with jewels on the toe.  So comfy and beautiful:

Day 10 — Current fashion/style you like

Ladylike glamour of the 50s and 60s seems to have a hold on me right now, at least to look at.  I've been going through images and movies from then such as Marilyn Monroe movies and Diana Ross & the Supremes videos. 

Day 11 — Bag you want to have

Coach Madison Patent Sophia Satchel.  This bag is gorgeous and perfect. 

Day 12 — Your Favorite color

Day 13 — Photo of your fashion/style icon

Day 14 — Photo of a hairstyle/haircut you'd like to have

Day 15 — Photo of your favorite bracelet

This beauty by Swarovski!  

Day 16 — Music you like

60s Motown and 80s Michael Jackson

My World is Empty Without You - The Supremes

Day 17 — Fashion Pieces that's on your to-buy list

Some knee or thigh high boots that can fit these thick calves of mine!

Day 18 — Your favorite beauty guru

I really like Makeup Addict, the Makeup Republic on Youtube as well as Vivid Fusion and The Fancy Faced

Day 19 — Your favorite look from a beauty guru

This look by the Makeup Addict.  It's so very pretty and perfect!

Day 20 — Your favorite mascara

Covergirl Lash Blast is my go to these days.  I want to try the shimmery luxe ones, but I doubt they'll have enough shimmer to show up.  Any suggestions for a shimmering mascara?

Day 21 — Your favorite lip stick

Make Up For Ever!  They are so rich and pigmented, I love them.  And they last on the lips for a long time.  The Blue Red is my favorite and garners lots of compliments!  I'll always love a good red lip

Answer some of the questions yourself in the comments; I'd love to know your replies!

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Weddings On My Mind

My cousin got married last weekend, a lady who came into my job got married yesterday, and an engaged friend was showing her beautiful wedding gown on twitter which got me thinking about pretty things that I'd want for my OWN wedding.  I love dressing up for anything, so of course the thought of a beautiful wedding gown with the right jewels, makeup, and hair is RIGHT up my alley of interests :) Here are some things that have struck my fancy-

Dress:  This one just stole my breath away; I think that it's incredibly beautiful!

Striking, right?  It's expensive looking, feminine, has the jeweled strap details, amazing ruffled skirt...sigh, it's beautiful!

Engagement Ring:  I'm all about big shiny baubles on any given day, so my engagement ring should definitely be a beauty!  One of my random Swarovski rings can't outshine it! lol. 

Makeup: I'm not set in stone with any particular makeup look.  Big lashes are a must, otherwise I'm not at all sure.  Some contoured cheeks, maybe a bronze smoky eye?  

Hair would more than likely be curly and up or curly and BIG with some type of jeweled accessories. 

The wedding song would be "I Hear a Symphony" by The Supremes.  It's so very pretty and classy:

Well that's a bit of insight into how MY wedding would be.....what about yours?

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Links Ala Mode

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Socialite Dreams was chosen as a "must read" on Independent Fashion Bloggers' popular Links Ala Mode for my "Twinkle Toes: The Holiday Shoe Guide" post!  Here are all of the links:

When fashion teaches you a lesson

Edited by: Marie Denee of The Curvy Fashionista

As fashion bloggers, we are often the ones sharing and giving advice about fashion. But what happens when fashion turns the table on us and teaches us a lesson or two? From learning how to be thrifty, coping through a crisis, or the economy, these fashion bloggers took a cue from fashion's lessons and turned them into a delicious and delectable read- and I have rounded these up for you...

Links à la Mode: November 18th

• Almost Sober Mag: Pull It, Push It and Come Back When You Proved It: Direct experience from a newly established independent publisher: a week as a fashion editor.
• Beyond Fabric: On the relation between Body Language and Fashion Photography
• Dedicated Follower: To Write Love on Her Arms - I join the movement and write love on my arms in honor of a lost friend.
• Exiled from the City: Throughout the past few years, there has been a paradigm shift in consumer variables and the function of fashion.
• For those about to Shop: Society must take some responsibility for the dangerous obsession to be thin.
• Freeda Style: "Appropriate Attire" Are ALL the old rules of fashion dead? Or should some survive?
• Haute World: Grace Kelly Exhibition: How a royal style icon can teach us a lesson in thriftiness.
• Heathers Design Blog: Musings on fashion now and fashion then, based on the exhibit "Fashioning Fashion" at LACMA.
• Independent Fashion Bloggers: Self-Promotion 101: It's not about you
• LivLux Mag: ComfortZones: Even Fashionistas get insecure when trying new styles.
• Make the World a Prettier Place: History of Fashion: The New Look (1947)
• Miss Vinyl Ahoy: I've read some negative comments about the 30 for 30 challenge, and wanted to explain more of what it is and why people should care about it, from my POV.
• Modesty Theory: Welcome to Hijabi Fashion Week- showcasing the style of Muslim women for various occasions.
• Oh My Massila: Reflections on the crossroads between fashion and feminism.
• Previously Owned: The tale of the "00s" Vintage and the mockery of the consumer... Are we becoming victims of the mass media?
• RetroChick: Why Fashion isn't Frivolous
• Return to Sender: Sometimes life gets in the way of fashion. How I Survive A Crisis
• Searching for Style: Fashion 101: Who Owns What. The lowdown on the big fashion conglomerates and the companies they own.
• Socialite Dreams: Sparkly, glam shoes are a must have for the holidays! Twinkle Toes: The Holiday Shoe Guide
• Taste and Style: Keep Being YOU.
• The Curvy Fashionista: How to determine quality in plus size fashion

SPONSOR:

Shopbop Boots:KORS, Joie, UGG, Coclico, Frye, L.A.M.B, Hunter, Frye, DV, Ash, & 12th St.

My song obsession of the moment: 

Diana Ross - Someone That You Loved Before.  PLEASE peep the diva hair flip at 1:46. And can someone guarantee that I'll look that fly at 55?  Jeez! Is that Nars Orgasm blush?  Whatever it is, GORGEOUS!

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Purple Lips Revisited

In a previous post I'd tested out a bunch of purple lipsticks but hadn't taken the time to do any looks with it (not any that I've remembered to photograph/post anyway) so here's an easy look with the Milani violet lipstick:

Products used

Milani Sexy Rose

Urban Decay 24/7 liner in Zero on top lashline and in Stash on lower lashline

Revlon PhotoReady Foundation

Lancome Definicils Precious Cells Mascara

Milani eyeshadow in Golden Bronze

Nars Exhibit A very lightly applied

Revlon Brow Enhancer

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Dark Diva Makeup Look

Purples and grey are fab for fall, so I decided to demonstrate a smoky look with the charcoal and purple being the color story.  

I have to give a major shout out to Wet N Wild because even though they are dirt cheap for palettes (I paid like $2.99 for a palette with 6 colors) they are SUPER pigmented and amazingly smooth.  You'd imagine that the color would be sheer or chalky, but DANG they work well!!!!  I used the Wet n Wild Lust palette for the grey color, a Sleek palette from the UK in The Original 594 for the purple color (thanks Laura of So Far, So Chic for the palette!  You're a peach), Sleek blush in Rose Gold (ALSO thanks to Laura), Rimmel Bold Curves Mascara, Stila's Kajal liner, and Wet n Wild lipstick in 919B Vamp It Up.  

^^ I KNOW that you peep the 80s MJ curl in the front :P

Just a bit of vampy diva for the fall!  

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Christmas Wishlist...What's on Yours?

It's that time of year again where we leave computer tabs open with glaringly obvious hints of things that we want, send out store wishlists, and act extra nice so that Santa will put us firmly on the "Good" list

I've been a relatively good girl this year ;)  Here's some things that I hope Santa will put under the tree:

The 88 Matte Eyeshadow Palette is high on my list because it would make crisp makeup looks a dream! Great colors, very pigmented, has awesome reviews so I look forward to playing with it.  The 120 pro palette would be a total win too, either one would be well received by me, that's for sure!

This cute Asos twist front dress was mentioned in a previous post and I think that it'd be super figure flattering and snazzy to have for a date. 

This dress is right up my alley!  The vertical lines/panels will make the figure look slim, the pattern is a bit architectural so very visually appealing.  I like it very much!

The latest generation Kindle!  I have always loved reading but am so bad at returning books to the library these days and can't seem to get off my rear and get to the book store.  HOWEVER I'm never without my electronic devices, so why not read hundreds of books in one place without having to worry about returning books on time and other issues.  It'd be perfect, especially when I'm traveling. 

Sephora giftcard!  There's always something that I want to buy there so that's not a surprise at all, lol. Really looking at this Laura Mercier Souffle Body Creme in Creme de Pistache, Creme Brulee, or Almond Coconut Milk.

Also, no brainer right?  MAC giftcard sent my way would be awesome

Swarovski jewelry!  My daddy usually gives me something from them for Christmas and I really have my eyes on these two pieces.  

I really adore Coach bags and jewelry, so they are always a welcome present under the tree as well. The Madison collection has some gorgeous shiny patent bags that I want to get my hands on and I love every single piece of their jewelry.  This madison patent sophia satchel is quite chic and the vibrant red color is divine!  The daphne multi charm bib necklace would be quite a statement piece necklace, right?

So tell me readers, what's on your Christmas list?  Have you been naughty or nice this year?  

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Hump Day Hotties - EyeCandy Wednesdays (British Exports)

Oh, speak posh to me daddy!  Time for Hump Day Hotties and this edition is allllll about those blokes from across the pond.  I love a good British accent and my mind instantly goes to sipping tea from cute china with a pinky in the air discussing quite important subjects....just me?  Ah well, pip pip cheerio and on to the blokes!  

Idris Elba: I've been watching him in "Luther" and am riveted by the series!  Fiery, temperamental, smart, with a tight fit body?  Yes please, come arrest ME sir!  Furry handcuffs please?  

Daniel Craig: You HAVE to be one smooth sexy man to play James Bond, definitely.  Talk about quiet brooding masculinity, yowzer!

Prince William:  As previously stated, I have quite a "thing" for royalty and nobility, so of course he's on the list! (Congrats on your engagement, Prince William!)  

Pierce Brosnan: Another 007 on the list!  James Bond, I see you and raise a glass to your extreme sexiness.  

Jude Law:  He of the questionable morals and curious hairline....still was absolutely gorgeous!  If I could find the version of him that he played in "The Holiday" I'd be happy for life...bring along those adorable daughters too; "You look like my barbie" I died, seriously....way too cute for words in their little accents.

Who are some hotties that you'd like to see on this or future lists?   (For previous hump day hotties posts, click here)

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80s Whitney Houston Makeup Look Recreated

All things 80s have a soft spot in my heart, including the song "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" by Whitney Houston.  She looked beyond adorable with her wacky weave and tight little figure, happily living life before Mr. Bobby Brown came into town.  Her makeup is fun and TOTALLY 80s, done in bright pink, a greenish color, blue,  bold gold highlight under brows, candy pink lipstick, pink blush up to the temples....FUN!

I just had to try and recreate the look after watching this mashup/remix of the songs "I Wanna Dance with Somebody" and Cher's "Believe" about a million times (I honestly like this mix more than the songs on their own, tough feat!)

Isn't that song/video super cute?  Love it so much!  Anyway, here's my attempt at the look (go to :20 or 1:14 in the video and freeze frame for reference); I'm pretty happy with how it looks in person, super cute and totally 80s.  *moonwalks in triumph*  The colors that I used were a bit more pigmented/darker than hers, but I'M darker than she is so I used what would pop on my complexion. 

 

Products used:

Urban Decay in Heat (the red eyeshadow)

L'oreal H.I.P duo in Riotous (the bright green)

L'oreal H.I.P duo in Sassy (the dark blue on outer corners)

Korres Wild Rose Brightening Foundation in WRF8

Revlon Brow Enhancer

Wet n Wild Megalast lip color in 362A

Rimmel Bold Curves Mascara

Revlon Golden Affair Sculpting Blush in Berry Daring

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