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  1. Fashion Playlist

    February 19, 2012 by missemmamm

    Fashion from Emma_moon on 8tracks.

    includes 16 tracks all about fashion

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  2. Introducing China Doll: Lime Crime’s new makeup palette

    February 15, 2012 by missemmamm

    The super bright, super fun makeup line, Lime Crime, has officially released their first palette. This eyeshadow palette is a fantasy collection of 5 shadows. These shadows range from matte to metallic. They are creamy and (as with all Lime Crime products) provide amazing coverage.

    The colors that are included in this adorable purple tin are Fly Dragon Fly (a matte fiery red), Jade-o-Laden (a matte rich jade), Goldfish (a metallic bright gold), Lotus Noir (a matte blackest black) and Parasol (a matte sky blue).

    This new, permanent addition to the Lime Crime line is vegan. You can buy it right now for $34.99 by visiting LimeCrimeMakeup.com.

    While you are there check out some of my other favorite Lime Crime picks.

    Lovely Lime Crime

     

     

    You may also enjoy:
    Lovin’ Lime Crime-some backstory on Xenia of Lime Crime and photos of me in a Lime Crime lipstick
    Photo Set: Kiss Me Deadly-includes makeup tutorial video from Lime Crime
    Style File: Dave & Busters-includes lipstick from Lime Crime
    missemmamm’s Top Five 2011 Fall Fashion Picks-includes lipstick from Lime Crime
    Use Lime Crime Makeup To Top Off Your Halloween Look-with a photo of me wearing Lime Crime lipstick as Lady Gaga
    Huge Lime Crime 48 Hour Mystery Sale-with photos of me in a Lime Crime lipstick

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  3. 5 Things to do Alone

    February 14, 2012 by missemmamm

    aka 5 Non Sappy Things to do Alone on Valentine’s Day

    Yes, that’s the original title. I decided to change the main title to make this post easier to find for people who are searching year round for some ideas for things to do alone.

    The reason that I came up with this list is because of people like me. “Valentine’s Day doesn’t mean anything, it’s just to sell flowers, blah, blah, blah” is what you hear some say. Well whether or not that’s true doesn’t really matter because it’s so prevalent. So it’s bound to bother you. I mean there are a ton of silly holidays, like Talk Like a Pirate Day, but (unfortunately) people don’t really celebrate those (and I don’t get to see sexy pirates randomly walking around, boo!).

    Usually I soak in moroseness on this holiday. A few years ago before I was a blogger I still blogged about my solo Valentine’s Day plans. Those were completely accurate BTW. So if I usually sit alone, drinking oversweet wine while crying over romantic dramas and generally acting pathetic I’m sure that some others do so too.

    So I was thinking that I’d come up with some non-sappy things that one could do instead, if they were so inclined.

    1. Watch a Non Lovey Dovey Reality Show

    Reality TV

     

     

    So instead of watching a sappy movie watch a reality show. I know most may say pick a horror flick but so many include a subplot in which two of the main characters end up riding into the sunset together. So instead go for a reality show, not a hooking up one (ala The Real World, Jersey Shore) but a competitive, contest oriented one. I would recommend The Rachel Zoe Project or America’s Top Model if you enjoy fashion. Face Off is great if horror movie makeup intrigues you. Dancing with the Stars is a favorite with many viewers.

    2. Read a Book without a Romantic Subplot

    Go for a non-fiction book in your area of interest to try to avoid romantic plot elements. I haven’t read the above but they are the type of thing I’d choose since I love movies and fashion.

    3. Make Yourself a Delicious Dessert

    Yummy Recipes

     

     

    Yes, others are making their lovers breakfast in bed. Well fuck them. You can make yourself a delicious dessert instead, you deserve it. I’m feeling the above. A couple of the choices are even vegan.

    4. Beautify Yourself

    Night of Beauty

    Usually I think of grooming as a necessary evil but sometimes I take time to try to enjoy it. You could do that today. Some ideas for giving yourself a little at home spa treat are to deep condition your hair, apply a face mask, clip and polish your nails, pluck your eyebrows, take a bubble bath or use a sugar scrub. When you get done apply some lotion.

    5. Dance It Out

    Dance with Netflix

     

     

    You can shake off the doldrums by getting moving, in a fun manner. I listed all of the dance exercise videos on Netflix above. I haven’t tried any yet but if you don’t like it just move on to the next. Plus I chose a few other instructional videos and some exercise games. I have this Paula Abdul workout (on VHS, har har) and it’s fun. You could just crank up some tunes and dance freestyle if none of that grabs you.

    So have a fun day alone y’all! Please share any more ideas that you may have by leaving a comment.

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  4. Style File: Witchy Woman

    February 10, 2012 by missemmamm

    Yes, I’ve posted an OOTD of me in this dress before but I think that pairing it with the hat gives it a different look. Speaking of the hat, I bought this during the Missoni for Target madness but there’s like never a good time to wear it. I love how it looks and it’s fun to wear. The problem is that it’s so large and floppy that I can’t really see. So I felt like that pretty much made it unsuitable for going most places, to see a movie, out to eat, shopping, etc. I wore it shopping recently anyway. As a bonus it was very windy that day so I had to keep clutching it so it wouldn’t blow off my head.

    Missoni for Target Felt Floppy Hat-Target, Jovovich-Hawk for Target Chiffon Dot Print Dress-eBay, Miley Cyrus & Max Azria faux leather bomber jacket-Walmart, chain necklace-Dots, Xhilaration leggings-Target, Bongo Honor Cowboy Boot-Kmart

    This look is pretty simple other than that. I did feel a bit like a witch in this hat dress combo. It reminded me of the song Witchy Woman when it was featured in that episode of Seinfeld when Elaine chooses it as her song. There would be a clip of it included but I can’t locate one, darn!

    I’m (possibly) getting to arty with these. Ah, that’s my modeling side wanting to break through. I really need to do a new photo set soon.


    Get the Look

    Witchy Woman

     

    You may also enjoy:
    Missoni for Target: A Small Town Girl’s Thoughts + Dressing Room Peeks-featuring this hat
    Style File: Rough Polka Dots-featuring this dress
    Style File: Structured Flow-featuring another piece from Jovovich-Hawk for Target

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  5. Jason Wu for Target: Top 5 Pieces

    February 3, 2012 by missemmamm

    I’ve been a fan of Jason Wu’s designs for years. So as soon as his collaboration for Target was announced last year I grew super excited. The collection includes 53 pieces. The idea for his collection is “American girl in Paris”.

    Wu’s attitude about the collection is fantastic, “By working with Target I was able to create an accessible collection that reflects my sophisticated design aesthetic.” “As with my main collection, special attention has been considered into every detail and I can’t wait to see girls wearing and enjoying the collection.”

    Trench Coat in Black, $54.99/Poplin Dress in Navy, $39.99

    This trench is just amazing. I love the lines. It will also be available in navy. Of course this is the dress that’s been circulating all over. It’s no surprise that it’s already coveted since it has such a classic look.

    Pleated Canvas Skirt in Belize Blue $29.99/Front-Flap Bag in Blue Floral $39.99/Long-Sleeved Pointelle Sweater in Belize Blue $39.99

    I’m dying for the items in “belize blue”. They are so adorable. I could actually see myself wearing all 3 of these pieces together with a white top and some white patent mary janes.

    The collection includes clothing priced $19.99 to $59.99 and handbags and scarves priced $19.99 to $49.99. it will be available from February 5th through March 6, 2012 (or until supplies are gone). Don’t forget to check Target.com as well as your local store since some pieces are only available online. The collection is not available at all Target locations. You can check to see if your Target is included by visiting the official Facebook page, here. Ours isn’t but maybe I’ll be able to score something on Target.com.

    The line is available here on Target.com.

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  6. Oscars Fantasy

    January 30, 2012 by missemmamm

    When I saw the newest IFB Project, Create Your Red Carpet Look, I knew that I had to participate. When I was about 12 I wanted to be an actress. This had nothing at all to do with realizing that acting was a real job and some lucky women were getting paid to make out with Keanu Reeves.

    contributing to a generation of women who will totally marry a poor guy who passes out chocolate rings...as long as he's super hot

    Wait, what was I talking about? Oh yeah, so when I was a girl and was given a beautiful dress I had visions of myself wearing it to the Oscars. In retrospect it was just a rayon dress that probably didn’t cost the original owner over $30 or $40 but to me it was a dream.

    I thought of it as my Oriental Oscars Dress. Yes, Oriental was often tossed around as a fashion and beauty term for something exotic. It was a slinky gold dress with a cross front halter neckline (the halter crosses in front of the neck and around the back) and an Asian print. It didn’t flatter me at all (I have decent sized boobs) and I had nowhere to wear it but I still envision that if I were involved in the Oscars that’s what I’d wear. I’d have it custom made. It’s incredibly difficult to find a dress like this online to show you what I mean but the one below is the closest.

    Oscars Fantasy

     


    Of course since I’d be a nominee in this scenario brands would be throwing gorgeous, expensive pieces at me hoping that I’d incorporate them into my look. So I added these interesting pumps, a faux fur wrap, some vintage style hair combs (I’d definitely wear my unruly hair up), a bright shell bag and some expensive, coordinating earrings, a bracelet and rings. I’d pass on a necklace because of the gown’s neckline.

    Check out red carpet ideas from other fashion bloggers,
    IFB Project #32: Create Your Red Carpet Look.

    What would you wear if you were attending the Academy Awards and had unlimited resources?

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