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So lately I have been spending more time reading blogs than anything, but I have found that this has led me to want to try blogging again. Not on any one thing in particular, but just on the randomness that happens. With that being said, many of the blogs I have been reading deal with Beauty & Fashion. Because I happen to love nail polish and view it as a necessity, I will probably be posting swatches.

My Husband actually responded when i had teasingly asked "What colour should I paint them tonight?" "Dark Electric Blue".

Well I do not have that colour, but I do have a dark blue and an electric blue. So in the photos you see what I layered.

Base Coat: Revlon Quick Dry Base Coat

2 Coats: Sally Hansen Hard as Nails Xtreme Wear in 4835-07 Deep Sea Blue

1 Coat: Covergirl NailSlicks in 302 Electric Blue (Frost)

Top Coat: Sally Hansen No Chip Acrylic Top Coat

I have received several comments on this colour, and everyone seems disappointed that it did not come from one bottle. I applied this Thursday night and as of today, I only have some slight tip wear. I'm feeling rather lazy and I do have some things lined up for the rest of today, but I'm hoping to change the colour tomorrow evening.

Fail

Not Epically, but getting close. Fell out of the blogging thing (again). Anywho...dyed the hair. It is Black with a layer of Red underneath curtesy of Manic Panic's Red Passion. I also got my nose pierced on the left side. Tiny stud which pleases me to no end!

Back to the fail....the Nail Polish I am currently wearing (Sally Hansen Lacquer Shine in Glossy) is a complete failure. I love the colour. Black with a Red Shimmer, but the formula leaves quite a bit to be desired. It is heavy. 24 hours later, I could still make a dent in it. Yes, it is soft. The application is either super thin and streaky or a thick, gloppy mess. This is one of those sad stories. You reach for it time and again because you love the colour, only to remember why you haven't worn it in such a long time. Reminds me of half of my closet....I will take pictures if there is every any sunlight to be had!

More...

Tracy Reese for Sally Hansen Fall 2008
Stormy Blue (steely, smoky blue), The Good Earth (chocolate, love it), Alchemy (plumy), Cruel Heart (shimmery maroon), Torrid Bloom (red/magenta), Quartz Chameleon (nice neutral) & Monsoon (pearly).

Browsing Shoes

A couple of pairs that I like....



Flare Button Flat (Payless)


American Eagle Culprit Stripe Ballet (Payless)




American Eagle Mille Bow Ballet (Payless) *I have the same pair in white. They were my wedding shoes*






American Eagle Kash Kitten Heel (I own these! Also, Payless)

Links

http://www.howcool.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=2974 - An online catalogue

Bernie Dexter - A name I've seen floating around...the modern-day Bettie Page

http://www.orato.com/lifestyles/2007/05/17/i-039-m-pin - Article on Heidi Van Horne

http://www.pinuppost.com/ - Pin-up Photos

*Photo copyright Mehosh Dziadzio*

Trying

Time to try this again. Changed the theme. Hopefully this will better reflect the direction that I am heading in.

Bought some new foundation today. Hopefully it is pale enough for my complexion. It would certainly help if I could get my skin under control. It seems to be breaking out like crazy. I know that I "worry" it too much, but shit! Just another thing to put on the list I guess.

New favourite site: http://www.pinupgirlclothing.com/