Viva La Vintage

Today on my way back from a trip to Detroit, I've decided to stop by this little shop I've had my eye on for months! Its called V-Male located in Dearborn Heights, MI. I had a blast in this shop and would have bought more if my pocketbook allowed it. Although, I didn't get much I do feel that I got my money's worth. I spent a total of $22 dollars and came out with some great finds. This is a Vintage Haul to show you guys what I got from this fabulous little store!

The first thing I fell in love with was these cute bobby pins with bow decals. And I got them for only $3.

Then I found these anchor earrings with AMAZING detail. Lately, I've been obsessed with anchors (as well as bows) so I just had to have them. They will add a nice touch to any outfit! $6.

 Lastly, I wanted to add a vintage top to my wardrobe so I searched the racks until I found this one. I love the powder blue color and of course the bow! I absolutely love this blouse and can not wait until I add my own flare to it and make the perfect outfit! And it was practically a steal for only $8!!!!

And I can NOT express how much I love the bow detail! It is super girl and will add a unique quality to any outfit.

If you live around this area, I definitely suggest checking out this wonderful shop, I know I'll be paying another visit VERY soon! I also bought two pins at $1 each for my nephew and a vintage manicure set for my sister ($2).

V-Male Detroit Vintage

23902 Van Born Rd.

Dearborn Heights, MI

48125

1-313-299-8899

 Love,

Le ♥

Back to School Wish List

A new school year is a new chance to reinvent yourself; So this is my Back to School wish list that will help me become a new me.

Alloy.com

$36.90

(This color block sweater is a great eye catcher and would look great with a bold necklace, skinnys, and boots)

GoJane.com

$19.60

(This knotted skirt gives a funky twist to the bandage skirt.)

Forever 21

$24.80

(These healed oxfords are super girly and the thick heel makes them easier to walk in.)

Valou3cap.com

$125

(I have been in love with this ring since I first laid my eyes on it. Its a unique statement piece that would be a great accent to any outfit.)

H&M

$29.95

(I think this would look adorable over a vintage tee)

Luxyhair.com

$120

(Clip in extensions let you have a versatile look and lets you transform  yourself in no time. It is hard to maintain healthy hair when it gets super long, so this allows you to have the long Rapunzel look without having to deal with unhealthy hair.)

These are my top wishes for the new school year and I can't wait to add these pieces to my collection.

Love,

Le♥

Hook this Hippie Headband

Theses hippie headbands were all the rage a few years back but if your like me you still love to unleash your inner peace lover and rock these headbands. The only downfall to being in love with an older trend is the lack of the product in stores and my dog chewed the others that I had previously owned. I for one wasn't gonna let this keep me from wearing this headband, so my way of thinking is "if you can't find it; make it"! This is a little DIY project so you can sport this free-spirited headband all you want. For this you will need...

A pair of scissors

Some type of string

Assorted beads and charms

 

For this I used three pieces of thinner string. The first step was to decide were i would like the front charms to be placed. Once I found that I added a few of the assorted beads.

 

 Afterwards, I decided that to help the beads  stay in place i would create a small snake braid on each side. 

Then I secured the braids with knots and added various beads at the end of each string (also tying knots to secure the beads).

and

 Finally the headband is complete, all you have to do next is determine the placement on your head and secure the headband with knots. :)

All instructions are optional and I encourage you to be creative with your headband. I know I love having unique things and although this is "out of style" I will still rock it with pride! I hope you also don't let others determine what you believe is cute. Who cares if its "in" right now? As long as you wear it with confidence then you are all set!

Love,

Le ♥

Curse of Curves

Many woman are blessed with full figured bodies. Unfortunately, with the curves comes chafing. This poses a problem for many females while wearing dresses, skirts, or shorts. After playing volleyball for many years and going through the torture of the irritated skin, my sister let me in on a nifty trick that will help sooth and prevent the awful pain. Before going out, take deodorant and apply it to the affected area. I promise you this will prevent the chafing and will feel 100 times better than before.

Love,
Le♥

Tie it Up with a Bow

Every since I lied my eye on this hair bow made of actual HAIR, I fell in love. Although my style isn't as out there as Ms. Gaga's, I still wanted to try this cute hair trick. So I toned it down a bit and went with a smaller bow. 

For this you will need: 

                                                      (small rubberbands preferably clear ) 

                                     (Bobby Pins I went with blonde since I have blonde hair)

            (Lastly Hairspray. I prefer Got2b Glued Freeze Spray because the hold is Amazing!)


I wanted my bow to be off to the side so I decided to do a rope braid to put the hair to the side. To do this I just parted my hair into the section I wanted to make into the bow, then I took two pieces of hair and began twisting them adding more to each side as i went along the hair line (like a french braid). After I finished that I made one loop (See below). 

Then I proceeded to make twist the rubberband to secure the loop and then pulled majority of remaining hair through to recreate another loop.

There will be a little tail left over, which I prefer to wrap around the center of the bow. Then you pin the loops down with bobbypins. 

After you pin them down, spread the hairs in each loop to fluff out the bow. After you have fixed your bow to your preference then use the hairspray to keep the bow in place and style the rest of your hair as desired.

So there you have it ladies! Let out your inner Gaga and rock this hair bow with confidence.


Love,
Le♥

Poppin' Pout

Bright colors like pink and orange covered lips are all the rage this summer. I was beyond ecstatic when I found the two perfect shades for me. Both shades are from the Revlon Moondrops Lipstick line; the lighter of the two is Blase Apricot and the other is Hot Coral. Both shades are available are drugstore for $8.30. I fell in love with this lipstick the moment I put it on. Application is smooth and it feels as if you're lips are naked. I found myself reapplying after a few hours but that also could because I'm used to reapplying my chapstick. Also while wearing the Blase Apricot shade I was complimented numerous times and asked what the name of the shade was. I absolutely love this lipstick and would recommend it for any girl looking for a bright hue to wear on these hot summer days.
                                                                          Love,
                                                                            Le♥

                                                          


                     

Bottom Line!

I've been dying to get that vintage cat-eye seen on pinup girls decades ago, but unfortunately my liquid liner couldn't get the job done. Here recently I decided I wanted to try out gel eyeliners since my best friend used them and I've seen them all over youtube. Earlier this week I was shopping at CVS and remembered I wanted to try the gel eyeliners. I didn't know much about them so picking one seemed difficult. I picked up a product and was ready to purchase it when I seen the Physicians Formula Gel Creamliners. Without another thought I put down the other product and bought the PF brand. I would say this was a no-brainer seeing how I've never been disappointed with one of their products and I got 3 liners for the price of one from another brand. Like their shadows (also to die for) these liners come in shades to enhance your eye color whether it's brown, green, hazel, or blue. At first I was unaware that the eyeliners contain glitter that also helps enhance yours eyes, which is a plus but it doesn't start to show until half way through. Having blue eyes I tried the blue set first and I've got to say it has left me quite satisfied. The application is so smooth and looks flawless. The set comes attached together but can easily be snapped apart like building blocks; this makes it super cute and fun! However, I wouldn't suggest using the brush that accompanies the product. It's really small and has round bristles, so I'd much rather use an angled eyeliner brush to get the vintage look I've been longing for. I would highly recommend this product or any product from Physicians Formula for that matter. I have no doubt in my mind that its the BEST drugstore brand out there. This specific product costs about $11 at most drugstores.

Love,
Le♥

Butters, Lotions, & Oils, Oh My!

An at home trick to get the flawless silky smooth you've been dreaming of!

I swear I've found the eighth world wonder and it's all natural! About three months ago I started this new lotion regimen, and I have got to say it's answering my prayers. I first heard about this little beauty from a little video I on youtube from the user: TonyaTko. At the time I was searching for at home remedies for removing stretch marks and scars. Natural African Shea Butter and Olive Oil (I use extra virgin) are used to create this genius lotion. Of course this wonder is for sale in stores and online for i hefty price. However, being a college student, I for one don't have the money to purchase it. So while watching the video she tells us to get a great at home dup.  So for this you are going to need a bottle with an opening, african shea butter, and olive oil. First you fill 2/3 of the bottle with the shea butter. Afterward you fill the remaining of the bottle with the olive oil. At first the lotion will be separated but shaking it will allow it to mix nicely. It is best to use a loofa in the shower while exfoliating your skin. After you are all squeaky clean, pat dry and add the lotion on any part of your skin that you wish. It's best to run the lotion under warm water because as it sits, it solidifies. The warm water will help the lotion go on with ease. I've been using this for about three months and I can tell a huge difference in my skin. My scars are much lighter and my skin feels as smooth as a baby's bottom. Whether you are looking for a great organic moisturizer or you are trying to get rid of those unsightly scars this is the product for you.

Love,
Le♥

Drab to Fab Nail Polish Trick

Whether is mascara or hair lumps and clumps are never in style. So what do you do when your favorite nail polish doesn't give you the smooth finish it used to? Here's a trick that will save you money and time! Add a few drops of acetone nail polish remover to the clumpy hue and stir things up a but. Voila! Your fav shade is good as new, and you didn't have to buy a new bottle ;) Props to my best friend, Karli who let me in on this little trick! Wanna get to know her? Follow her on twitter :) She's truly fabulous.

Love,
Le ♥

Howling at the Moon!

 

Beauty lovers just might turn into wolves this spring with these ultra edgy moon manicures spotted everywhere from runways to magazines. I for one couldn't wait to try the look. 

Here's how to get this high fashion look at home. 

-First you will need two colors of your choice, I chose...

Sally Hansen Mint Sorbet

 

and Pure Ice Free Fall

I decided to go with these colors because they are fun and create a nice contrast.

You will also need some reinforcement labels; these will be used to achieve the half moon. Any brand will do.

First you want to start off with fresh clean nails, the you want to apply the color you want your moon to be. I choose to use the Mint Sorbet as my base. 

Then you apply the labels where you wish to have your moon, like below.

Now it's time to get down to business, you want to proceed to paint below the labels this will give you the moon look. Also I suggest doing multiple coats seeing how the second shade of nail polish will be lighter or darker due to the base coat. 

After you achieve the hue you want, you can remove the labels and Voila! You have your moon manicure.

Feel free to do touch ups to get the look just right.

     

Love,

Le ♥

Hard Candy Lash Ink

 

This mascara is said to stain your lashes for 4 days. When my best friend told me about this I immediately thought I had to have it. Luckily my eyelashes are fairly long but with blonde hair comes blonde lashes. My lashes tend to look very short and stubby because the tip of them are light blonde and can be hard to see. Since I have this problem i love the look the dark hues that mascara gives them. So when i heard there was a stain that would keep lashes dark for 4 days; I thought it was sent from heaven. This product does exactly what it promises. Your lashes will be dark for numerous day, however it given absolutely NO volume to them and gives them a hard clumpy look. I wasn't satisfied with this product and I'd much rather use mascara daily then this every 4 days. But some may like it, I have the remaining to my sister and she adores it.  I guess its just one of those products that give people different results, so feel free to try it. Hard Candy Lash ink is available at Walmart for $7.00.

 Love,

Le ♥

Brace yourself for Lace!

 

When I found out that one of the trends coming to us in spring 2011 was lace, I got super excited. I've been searching for the perfect lace dress and found this one above and i am determined to make it mine. I absolutely love lace. Its ultra girly and can be dressed up or dressed down. The flowery lace is perfect for spring and I for one can't wait to strut my stuff in all different types of lace. Feminine dresses like the one above would be perfect for a date or a night on the town. So ladies get ready to sport this classic fabric.

Love,

Le ♥

Review of the Kathy Van Zeeland Mr. Postman Satchel

The moment I seen this handbag I fell in love. This bag is covered in a variety of colorful postcards from around the world. It’s a Summer 2011 limited addition Kath Van Zeeland Satchel that is to die for. I am currently counting my lucky stars that I ordered mine before it was out of stock. Although the multicolor bag is currently unavailable you can still purchase it in black and white from QVC by clicking here! The exterior of the bag is 100% vinyl with a 100% polyester interior. The bag also comes with a detachable crossbody strap for your convenience as well as a adorable charms that can be removed and double as a keychain. The bag has a top zipper closure along with a large front pocket equipped with a magnetic closure. Inside the bag is very open and quite roomy. It has a zipper compartment on the back well as well as a few slit pockets on the opposite side. The bag is about 13” long, 4” wide, and almost 11” tall. For exact measurements you can visit QVC. This print is also available on a larger satchel but I was unable to find it. However, like all great people this bag has its flaws. It’s a bit on the heavy side but nothing too unbearable. It also has somewhat of a strong odor, some reviews have said it was so terrible they had to return the bag. Fortunately for me, when I received my bag the smell was minor and smelt like any other new bag would smell. Like I said before, this was love at first sight; so if your feelings are like mine when I first seen it I highly recommend you getting it. I promise you won’t be disappointed, I know i wasn’t.

The bag cost $89.00 plus tax and S&H
When I ordered mine my total came out to $101.99 but it was definitely worth it.

Love,
Le ♥

H&M Interview outfit

I had an interview on Monday for H&M, and I got a new outfit for it. Although I didn't get the job because of my lack of experience, they still loved my outfit. For my outfit I choose...


Since imy orginal interview was going to be St. Patty’s Day I wanted to wear green to show my irish pride :) so  I opted for this pretty flowy top from Charlotte Russe.




Then to contrast this I wanted to wear a burgundy scarf, but i found this Ikat Printed Scarf that had a mixture of warm tones that would contrast the green nicely. It also has a few green, blue, and shimmery threads within it (also from Charlotte Russe).






This being an outfit for an interview I wanted to look a bit professional but staying fashionable so i chose a fitted black blazer to finish off the top. Like the one shown below, (from Kohls) I will be wearing it with the sleeves cuffed and jacket opened.





For pants i didn't want to wear the traditional slacks, so i chose to pair the above with black skinnys. They are black and aren't jeans so they look more professional.The exact ones I got were actually from Walmart for $13, instead of the ones I planned on getting from forever 21 for $25. I actually like the ones from Walmart better because they don't bunch at the end but the other did once I tried them on, but it's pretty much the same look for a lower price!







Now for shoes, I originally  planned to wear round toe booties or pumps, but once i saw these bad boys i fell in love. They were around $38 dollars from Charlotte Russe, but they were having their sale where you buy one get another one for $10 and my sis needed a pair so we got two pair of shoes that costs $40 each for $50.





For Jewelry, I wanted to keep it simple. Just studs and a few bangles.






Orginally, I wanted to wear black nails but then I decided I didn't want that much black. Then I picked out a dark purple, but while at Walmart I saw the Sally Hansen Choco-Latte color and thought it was a perfect color. ($6.50)





Then For makeup, I am going for a shimmery Peach eye shadow with dewy bronzer and mascara with a simple lip as seen on Hayden Panettiere below. I thought this would be perfect because it's fresh and just right for the upcoming spring months.






Lastly for my hair I plan on curling with my ConAir You Curl Curling Wand and pulling majority of the hair back while letting a few curls fall so their isn't too much going on around the neck; like Taylor Swift soft updo below.










I was very excited for this interview, and the reason none of the stuff is from H&M is because I didn't bring any of my stuff from there home and I don't want them to think I was buying stuff from them to suck up for the interview.

Love,
Le ♥