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Bettie Page Inspired Makeup & Hair!

When I’m recovering from a migraine, I try to be kind to myself. There is often a day or two after when you’re feeling a little weak, and for me the worst is what I affectionately call “dumb-brain”. This is not the time to make major life decisions or operate heavy machinery. It is a great time to practice self care, in whatever way that presents itself. Today I decided to play around with some

Plus Size Retro, Goth and Activewear Try On Haul with Torrid

I’m often asked where I find some of my witchier, gothic and retro clothes, and really one store that does an amazing job of having something for every one of my fashion whims is Torrid. I’ve been shopping with Torrid for my plus-size clothing needs for 15 years, and I have so much love for this brand. From classic basics like the Foxy line, to truly special one-of-a-kind pieces I’ve loaded this…

Vlada x Smashbox Petal Metal Tutorial & Review

My partner and I are in the middle of a redecorating our apartment phase: new curtains, furniture switcheroos, etc…The rental market in the Bay Area is insane (many areas are more expensive than NYC. it’s messed up ya’ll) and as such, we can’t afford to get a bigger place. Rather than wallow, we’re seeing this as an opportunity to find ways to make our modest apartment work for us. Why the heck…

CAN WE TALK ABOUT IMPOSSIBLE BEAUTY GURU STANDARDS?

Hey Guys! I’m self aware, and I know I’ve been less active lately. I’ve pulled back to about a video a week, and that’s been because I needed some time to recharge my batteries and take care of my mental health. I’ve had very little makeup content for the last few months, and there are several reasons for that. The most important is that I find makeup videos to be more intimate, and I take it…

OIL SLICK MAKEUP TUTORIAL | TOO FACED CLOVER PALETTE

Sometimes you have to step away for a while to remember why you love something. After a little hiatus, I’m back to creating makeup tutorials! This is the first time I’ve put makeup on my face after weeks of being sick, and I really loved getting back in the saddle so to speak. I love any type of rainbow eye, and I’m really interested in subverting ideas about texture and layering and blending the…

A few years ago, I visited the Madonna Inn for the first time. I instantly fell in love with the one of a kind kitschy decor, friendly staff, and the overall MORE IS MORE approach. Hot Pink Floral Carpet? YAS. Glitter wallpaper? Why the heck not! It instantly became my “happy place” and I felt that Phyllis Madonna might be my kindred spirit. People come from all over the world to experience this…

BEACH MEET UP MARCH 25th!

  HEY BABES! My best friend Gabrielle of Musings Of A Fox and I are working on a fun project launching in April, and we’d love for you to come meet us at the Pier at Alvia beach! Our plan is to do a fun meet & greet and then take a group photo/video of everyone rocking their favorite beachwear! Wear Bikinis? Perfect! Shorts and a Tee? That’s cool too! Whatever makes you feel most fabulous, we…

Glitter Party Makeup with Huda Beauty & Lit Cosmetics

Hello Babettes! Today I’m sharing with you a spectacular New Years Eve Makeup look with the Huda Beauty Desert Dusk Palette and Lit Cosmetics Glitter. I’ve stuffed this how-to makeup tutorial with tons of never before shared tips and techniques, and some elaboration on the “why” certain things work better than others. Let me know in the comments if you’d be interested in seeing a mega video of…

GREASE: BAD SANDY COSTUME

          MAKEUP Urban Decay Primer Potion ELF Mad for Matte Palette Wet n Wild Photo Focus Foundation Nude Ivory NYX HD Powder Makeup Geek Sunkissed Bronzer Cargo Highlight “Bronze”  Makeup Geek Spellbound Blush  Clinique High Impact Curling Mascara  Make Up For Ever Pro Sculpting Brow Pencil 20 Wolfe FX Paint “Flesh”  Milani True…

I don’t have to wear shapewear. Neither do you.

  In my most recent YouTube Video,  I tried a fast fashion clothing brand whose aesthetic could be best described as body-con: Tight dresses, jeans, catsuits- even the sweats are kinda tight. These clothes are meant to show the body, not hide it. Fabric quality and construction issues aside, I’m really happy a brand like this exists. Because even as plus size fashion has blossomed and our choices…