My Lipstick Collection // Video

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ROCK YO BODAAAY!

EVERYBODAAAAY....

Dani's back, all right!

Okay not like I was gone forever, but I was busy making this favorite lipsticks post for you guys, and then, well I explained it in the video SO you can just watch it.

Things I learned while making this video:
-For some reason I couldn't get started, so I had to keep reminding myself to get started! JUST START TALKING ABOUT THE LIP STUFF ALREADY!
-Every lipstick is "like my favorite ever."
-I should get my Kylie Jenner obsession figured out.
-Chapstick is just boring lipstick that's better for your kissers.
-I TALKED WAY TOO MUCH! 30 minute video, ya'll. I'm really sorry this time.
-Glossy is my new favorite word and I don't really care if I did a lot of things wrong or didn't edit this video because this is real, this is me, this is exactly who I'm supposed to be yeah. Gonna let the light shine.on.me. Yeah yeah yeah. Okay enough and enjoy!

p.s. if for some reason you can't see this video or it's not working COMMENT BELOW OR TEXT ME PLZ! K cool. Stay gold.

p.s.s. That last few seconds of this video were cut off during process, but basically I just said thank you for helping me become the person I want to be. I love all of you who take the time to read this silly little blog. So thank you.





Tutorial using Sonia Kashuk Velvety Matte Lip Crayon in Poppy Nude 

Style Profile // Karlee

 

Oh my goodness, friends, I am so excited for this blog post. Words cannot describe. Karlee is one of the most stylish, funny, and perfect human beings I know. She's beyond beautiful and she would look good in a potato sack. True story. Actually, I've never seen her in one, but I'm sure she would rock it. Her style is in full force awesome and her hair is a force to be reckoned with. I should have been best friends with this girl in high school but I was totally lame! Anyway...

One of the best things about Karlee though is that she has an incredible heart. She is kind and she shows genuine interest and care for you. Plus, she has the most adorable german shepherd pup named Ozzy and a husband named Tyler.  You know how I feel about Tylers.

Want to see Karlee in other places? Visit her blog, VSCO Grid, Tumblr, Pinterest (oh my heavens, her pinterest), and Twitter. You won't be sorry. She's going places.

Thanks Karlee for taking the time to do this style profile. Thank you for the pictures and thank you Kiersten Jones Photography for taking fabulous photos of this girl and letting me share them on here.

How would you describe your personal style? 

What one would typically wear to a funeral... all black...hah! Just kidding—I would say somewhere between street style and edgy.

How did you "find" your personal style?

Growing up my mom was a make-up artist for Neiman Marcus,so she was always dressed in black, white or grey. Every morning I saw her I thought she looked so graceful, and most of all, confident. So as I got older, I put my own style into what I already knew. I studied Pinterest and Tumblr— I avoided trends and still tend to do that. I just started taking risks. 

How do you plan your outfits or put them together? 

That's funny you ask, because I was just thinking about how much time I spend lying in bed planning out outfit ideas in my head... most of the time I think of my staple piece so lets say, a leather jacket, and then I throw in pieces from there.

Do you have any style "splurges"? 

LEATHER. Good, fine leather. It's just so timeless and such a beneficial investment for me that I don't feel guilty about because over time it only looks better, in my opinion. The wear and tear shows character. Oh, and booties. Ya...booties. 

How does wearing your "uniform/favorite outfit" make you feel? 

Confident and comfy. I can't enjoy my day unless I am comfortable or else I'll be thinking about the minute I will be able to change, nonstop. My outfits are very minimalistic in a sense... the more complex I try to make it the less I feel myself. Just stick to your basics and add small pops like lipstick or a trench coat. 

What do you like about your sense of style?

It is simple, yet bold. Low key, but makes a loud statement. I'm a platinum blonde brunette and I wear bold color lipstick, so because I make such a loud statement in my hair and lips, I simplify my outfits. I like that the simplicity makes a statement. 

And style secrets we should know about? 

Winged eyeliner. Life is too short not to. Oversized white v-necks (dont tell…but, I wear the men's white Hanes v-necks in a large and you'd never notice) they're always my go-to, as well as roots —ha! Silly I know, but in my opinion the more roots you have showing in your hair the better.

Any signature piece?

A long cardigan or leather jacket, lipstick, denim cutoffs and black skinnies.

Any trends you tried and regretted?

Yes! Of course. I regret how I styled what I wore more than I regret what I actually wore. Except, remember that trend in like the 8th and 9th grade where it was cool to mix and match your colored old navy flip flops?! Yeah... the worst. 

Anything you absolutely won't wear?

You probably will never see my in the color yellow. I just feel like it doesn't set well on me. Nothing that falls at an awkward length either. I will wear just about anything else though, especially if it comes in black/white/or grey. 

Do you have an overall fashion philosphy?

Take risks within your personal style. If you like it, wear it. Try new things and if you fall in love with it- run with it. If you find yourself hating it, forget it. Wear anything that makes you feel pretty and gives you confidence. 

My favorite quote is by Ms. Coco Chanel and she says, 

“Simplicity is the keynote of all true elegance.”

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Inspired // Lovely bits

1 // I am always trying to be kinder. Sometimes I find myself making some snarky remark about something expecting a laugh or two or the sweetest satisfaction, but that's the thing about unkind words. You never get the sincere laugh, only the nervous, do-i-have-to-agree-with-you ones or the pit in your stomach feel that leaves you feeling as unsatisfied as ever. So be kind.

2 // I love the idea of a graphic hoodie, a long jersey skirt with with a long woolen coat. It just screams relaxed yet stylish street apparel.

3 // Muppet jackets were one of those things that I thought would have a long dark fall into trend oblivion, but they keep coming back, and if they keep coming back in black...then I just might have to find a cheap buy at Forever 21 or H&M.

4 // An all black look with a fresh and beautiful haircut. That seems really nice right now.

5 // Layers. I love all of them. The best part about it is the woman wearing the outfit. She's from Milan, and she is glowing with grace and her smile exudes the warmth she's probably feeling from being so bundled up.

6 // Instead of complaining, show up. People will admire you for it and the sympathy will follow.

7 // A beautiful wardrobe capsule that I want to imitate. Only 25 pieces. Yeesh! I am really thinking about doing this...I wouldn't be able to narrow it down to 25 pieces with church and all but my every day wear could definitely be slimmed down. Fashion goals! *sigh*

8 // The perfect makeup look for any occasion. Really though, berry wine lips are so good. Golden eyes? Classic.

9 // Me in a dream.

10 // A great, every day outfit easy to replicate. Scarves like that are $2.50 at H&M and surprisingly good quality.

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Tuesday Tutorial // Silvery Eyes and Summery Lips

Today I'm going where I've never gone before. I'm doing a half-butt makeup tutorial (I found out my mom reads this blog...so no inappropriate language allowed).

After my friend Talor, who pushes me to new heights and challenges me to do new things, requested that I do a tutorial for a look I posted on the instagram, I thought, hey why not! Let's do this thang.

*disclaimer* I will not apologize for duck lips, weird smiles, or dramatic faces made in this video.

Step 1: Start out with a fresh face. I wash my face in the shower with this, tone with this, moisturize with this and this. 

Step 2: Apply a foundation of your choice. I'm currently not using a foundation, but when I do it's this one, so I'm going to opt for concealer instead. Place under eyes (I buy a color that is just a bit brighter than my regular tone) and other problem areas if you want and then pat gently. Blend away, birdies!

Step 4: Fill in your brows. The brows frame your face. They kind of pull you together. I just started doing this...so sometimes they are too dark or two filled out, but hey if Cara Delevingne can do it, so can I! I normally use this glorious pencil, but I went for a cheaper option this time around. Any good drugstore eyebrow pencils out there? I need one. Or an eyebrow kit. 

Step 5: Prime your eyes. If you don't have oily lids like I do, this doesn't have to be an option. You can do it if you want though. Priming just helps your lid hold the color, it also intensifies the pigment in your makeup. I just put a tiny bead of this on each lip and pat it all over my lid. The feeling of it isn't tacky, but it feels like it will hold a powder on it. Urban Decay has one of the best primers ever, but this Milani one is just as amazing.

Step 6: Get your makeup palette ready. If you are just beginning with makeup, Wet & Wild, Maybelline, and NYX have some great starter palettes. If you are willing to splurge a little, try the Urban Decay Naked line. I have all three of the palettes and I have the first Naked Basics. They have a Naked Basics 2 and a new Naked on the Run palette. Amazing. It's a BEAUTIFUL collection, it's cruelty free, and it won't make your mom blush when she sees the color selection. I love the Naked 2 because the colors are more cool toned. 

P.S. If edgy makeup names aren't good for you, many other makeup brands have tried to recreate the Naked Palettes, and they've succeeded. 

Eye brushes are the best to work with. Target has a ton. Just go there. 

Step 6 cont: We are going to use the color Verve first. It's a silvery taupe color. Pat this all over your lid with a flat eye shadow brush. The primer should grab the color and make it look more saturated. 

Step 6 con't: Then take the color Tease and a dome tapered crease brush. Tease is a purplish gray matte color. If you think you don't have a crease, just open your eyes and place the brush in that space between the beginning of your brow bone and your eyelid. Apply it in a windshield wiper motion and small circular motion. 

Step 6 con't: BLEND with a fluffy brush. We don't want harsh lines. Then take the darker grey color called Pistol in the palette and apply that with the domed brush in the outer corner of your eye making small circular motions. BLEND AGAIN! Now take a small flat brush and apply a shimmering eyeshadow to your inner corner. I used Bootycall from the palette and Foxy on my brow bone to highlight and blend some more. (This part probably doesn't make sense, but just watch a makeup tutorial on Youtube if you need more guidance.) 

Step 7: Eyeliner. Now learning how to wing your eyeliner takes time. I still don't do it right and not many people do. That's why "May the wings of your eyeliner always be even" is a thing. You can use gel/creme liner, pencil liner, or liquid liner like I did on my upperlash line. I just use pencil on my lower waterline. Again...there are loads of tutorials on how to create the wing. I start at the center of my lash line and work my way out. Then I extend a flick from the edge of my eye as if my lashes are just continuing. Then I go all the way to the corner and fill in the space. (Really hard to explain this in words.) 

Step 8: Apply generous amounts of the mascara of your choice. I have very sensitive skin and eyes. I'm basically allergic to a lot of stuff, so I opt for Almay mascaras. They are incredible and they make my lashes feel nourished. Also if by chance I poke my eye, yes it still hurts, but my eye doesn't sting for hours and feel like it's dying. Gross, but it happened once. 

Step 9: Blush! I chose a peachy shade by e.l.f that basically goes with every look. It has a slight shimmer and it give s healthy "glow." I just smile and apply it to the apples of my cheeks and then slightly sweep the color up on top of my cheeks. 

Step 10: NOW IT'S TIME FOR LIPS! THE BEST BEST PART. So the lip I've been wearing lately has been extra summery, because the weather outside has been so beautiful. Gimme all that sunshine. I am a big fan of matte orangey-red lips. Matte anything lips are super on trend and I am all about them. If you don't want orange-red, opt for a deep wine color or a nude or even a berry-pink. All are welcome. 

The lip pencil I am using is Sonia Kashuk Velvety Matte Lip Crayon in Poppy Nude. I found it at Target and it's my new favorite thing. It's a way cheaper dupe of Nars Heat Wave. 

Step 10 con't: EXFOLIATE. This weird looking lipstick is only three bones at target and it's amazing.  It's gritty so don't ruin your lips, just gently brush it over and lick it off if you want...or take a paper towel to it. 

REMOVE ALL THE CRUSTY CRUST!

Step 10 con't: Moisturize with your favorite lip balm. Burt's Bees is my personal and minty favorite.  

 

 

Step 10 con't: Apply the pencil all over your lips and voila, there you have it, shimmery eyes and a lip that lasts all day on smooth and minty lips. Psst...just so you know it will get on your mans lips if you kiss them. Or your dog's fur, or your computer's screen, or your pillow. I tried them all. ;) 

I hope you enjoyed this LOOOOOONG post about my face. Put me on Youtube and make me famous, NOW! One more winky face for extra jest emphasis. ;)

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p.s. any makeup products that you swear by? do tell!