I have started up a new blog. I will slowly be phasing this one out...If you liked Lolita Lemon, you will love Danger De Lux. Iwill stillbe talking about my love of vintage fashion and life style( in more detail) but also about local shopping and events,as well as over all fashions, music, and (rockabilly) lifestyle.
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http://dangerdelux.blogspot.com/
Friday, February 10, 2012
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Twenty-Six
Almost 2 weeks ago I turned 26! Most of the time I don't feel my age or think I even look the part (although I'm not quite certain what 26 is suppose to feel like). I could be completely wrong, but I feel like everyone around me is accomplishing their dreams and goals; they are getting married, dressing fabulous, going on vacations, adventures, and trips around the world, they have successful jobs ( or blogs), they are moving from here to elsewhere, getting houses, condos, big apartments...surely you know what I'm talking about. Meanwhile, I still live in the very first apartment Ive rented, I'm at the same job ( which isn't going to get me anywhere), I'm still living in the same city ( even though I swore after University I would move), marriage is not anywhere in the near future, and well, I'm too busy paying off my credit card to go on any fabulous trips. These things and others are what make me think and feel not my age... but rather someone simply letting the years pass by, while being stuck in every other way at age 22.
So, what gives?! Wheres my big break, huh?! I keep hearing and reading that only 'you' can change your future, create your own destiny, break out of the ordinary into the extraordinary, etc, etc, etc. I guess it is time... to manifest my own destiny... okay... but I'm not even certain I know what my destiny should be- win the lottery, move to Europe, travel, shop, basque in the sun.
Well, here's hoping 26 will be the year I make my dreams ( at least some of them) come true
So, what gives?! Wheres my big break, huh?! I keep hearing and reading that only 'you' can change your future, create your own destiny, break out of the ordinary into the extraordinary, etc, etc, etc. I guess it is time... to manifest my own destiny... okay... but I'm not even certain I know what my destiny should be- win the lottery, move to Europe, travel, shop, basque in the sun.
Well, here's hoping 26 will be the year I make my dreams ( at least some of them) come true
Friday, February 3, 2012
Parisienne by YSL
Last month, in my fabulous Glymm box, I received a generous sample of Parisienne by YSL. For some reason, I didn't even smell it, let alone use it, until a few weeks ago. I instantly fell in love. Parisienne is the exact scent I live and die for. Sweet, yet sophisticated, and it comes in a lovely iridescent pink bottle. While it boasts of being a floral scent, I am not over powered by the scent of rose like so many other heavy floral perfumes. Instead the blend of blackberry, sandalwood, and damask rose mix perfectly to create a scent which is sensual, sweet, and light.
I highly recommend you try out this beauty- I'm certain your going to love it just as much as I do. Be warned, YSL is not the cheapest perfume on the market- the being said, its not the cheapest perfume and with quality comes a price.
Parisienee and other YSL perfumes can be found at Sephora , Holt Renfrew, The Bay, and YSL online.
I highly recommend you try out this beauty- I'm certain your going to love it just as much as I do. Be warned, YSL is not the cheapest perfume on the market- the being said, its not the cheapest perfume and with quality comes a price.
Parisienee and other YSL perfumes can be found at Sephora , Holt Renfrew, The Bay, and YSL online.
update.
I have been having mixed feelings about blogging lately... Again, I still feel as if no one reads this, so whats the point. But then I think maybe its the content that needs to be spiced up... When I first started blogging I revealed all, and I thought it was quite humorous, then I started doing weekly and daily features which, got old. Then I tried to make it more fashion centered, which I am still working on... But like all the blogs I love, I can never find anyone to take photos of me in my best outfits so I can share them with you. By the time I get home on the week days, I'm all sweaty in my yoga or gym clothes...and that's not really blog worthy! But, like I've said many times before... I'm working on making changes in my life to be more productive, to feed my creativity, and be over all happier.
But to tie you over until I can get some good pics of some of the outfits I put together, here are a couple photos from last month
But to tie you over until I can get some good pics of some of the outfits I put together, here are a couple photos from last month
New Years Eve ( check out my rad fish tail braid)
My Birthday last week
Also on the news front, my friend and I are organizing a boot camp for the Spring! We are still thinking of a name though and I figured I'd through it out there to see if any of you had suggestions... Its an all girls, outdoor boot camp.
xo
Also on the news front, my friend and I are organizing a boot camp for the Spring! We are still thinking of a name though and I figured I'd through it out there to see if any of you had suggestions... Its an all girls, outdoor boot camp.
xo
Thursday, January 26, 2012
In the know
Vaseline. A petroleum jelly that revolutionized the world. Or did it? I'm sorry, but I am here to tell you the truth! Vaseline, in all its gooey, slippery goodness is not as good as you think it. While it does have some very handy uses, such as getting you or your jewelry out of tight spots, taking off that stubborn makeup when you've ran out of the good stuff, and well, a lubricant.It is not good for moisturizing your luscious lips or supple skin! So stop using it as a lip balm! Okay, okay, you can keep using it if you want. But know the truth! Petroleum Jelly merely sits on the top layer of your skin, providing a barrier- it does not soak in to truly heal and moisturize your lips or skin. Instead, it just sits there, providing a subtle sheen and pretends to be doing something spectacular.
I was never one to use Vaseline as a moisturizing product- on my lips or hands. While all the girls in my high school toted around a mini jar in their over sized bags, I stuck to my regular ol' lip balm. Now, I don't even use that- the regular ol lip balm. I have been educated and hopefully now have you.
Instead I use, 99% of the time, a balm from Lush Cosmetics. Ultra Balm. This multi purpose balm can be slathered onto not only lips, but cuticles, , it can be used to add moisture to any dry spot- face, knees, elbows, heels. With only three ingredients, this balm is vegan and natural. Jojoba Oil ( which is the oil most similar to the our own sebum), Candelillia Wax ( an agent to prevent moisture loss and acts as a barrier) and Rose Wax ( which soothes) make up this oh so lovely balm- Ultra Balm.
A 40g pot, which costs just $12.95, has lasted me almost a year. Its too big and too precious to loose and works like magic, so I didn't have to replace it even once ( unlike all those tubes of lip balm)
Lush also had a handful of simple lip balms, some which are vegan, all containing either Shea or Cocoa butter, beeswax, olive oil and other naturally derived and moisturizing oils, among other lovely ingredients.
Burts Bees also offers natural and truly moisturizing lip balms. As do various other natural, animal friendly, ethical companies- all which do the job 100% better than that old pot of Vaseline- which no doubt is not ethically sourced or produced ( but that's a whole other post).
So I dare you- toss out your Vaseline and head down to Lush and get yourself some Ultra Balm!
I was never one to use Vaseline as a moisturizing product- on my lips or hands. While all the girls in my high school toted around a mini jar in their over sized bags, I stuck to my regular ol' lip balm. Now, I don't even use that- the regular ol lip balm. I have been educated and hopefully now have you.
Instead I use, 99% of the time, a balm from Lush Cosmetics. Ultra Balm. This multi purpose balm can be slathered onto not only lips, but cuticles, , it can be used to add moisture to any dry spot- face, knees, elbows, heels. With only three ingredients, this balm is vegan and natural. Jojoba Oil ( which is the oil most similar to the our own sebum), Candelillia Wax ( an agent to prevent moisture loss and acts as a barrier) and Rose Wax ( which soothes) make up this oh so lovely balm- Ultra Balm.
A 40g pot, which costs just $12.95, has lasted me almost a year. Its too big and too precious to loose and works like magic, so I didn't have to replace it even once ( unlike all those tubes of lip balm)
Lush also had a handful of simple lip balms, some which are vegan, all containing either Shea or Cocoa butter, beeswax, olive oil and other naturally derived and moisturizing oils, among other lovely ingredients.
Burts Bees also offers natural and truly moisturizing lip balms. As do various other natural, animal friendly, ethical companies- all which do the job 100% better than that old pot of Vaseline- which no doubt is not ethically sourced or produced ( but that's a whole other post).
So I dare you- toss out your Vaseline and head down to Lush and get yourself some Ultra Balm!
Saturday, January 21, 2012
saturday night thoughts
Well, its been a while since my last post... again, I've lost a bit of motivation. Life has been too stressful lately to be able to harbor any kind of creativity. Well, actually, its mostly work, which takes up most of my life, which is stressful. I've said it all before... under appreciated, over worked, treated like shit... the usual. Here's hoping things will soon be changing for the better... more on that later...
Not only have I not been blogging, I haven't been making any new hair accessories or working on any projects I've been meaning to... Recall Rockabilly Wreaths- which I totally intended to resurface for Valentines Day just a few short weeks away. The wreath hook on my door is looking awfully naked and pathetic without anything on it.
I promise to write more later. I have an upcoming birthday, new projects, and hopefully exciting future plans to share!
xo
Not only have I not been blogging, I haven't been making any new hair accessories or working on any projects I've been meaning to... Recall Rockabilly Wreaths- which I totally intended to resurface for Valentines Day just a few short weeks away. The wreath hook on my door is looking awfully naked and pathetic without anything on it.
I promise to write more later. I have an upcoming birthday, new projects, and hopefully exciting future plans to share!
xo
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
H & M's latest line
I watched the new Girl with the Dragon Tattoo on the weekend. It was amazing! Lisabeth is
the bad ass best friend you've always wanted. It seems H & M is in agreement. They are launching a new line based on Lisabeth- the girl with the dragon tattoo. The line consists of leather jackets, jean vests, tight pants, ragged sweaters, and hoods in beige, black, brown, rust and all the shades in between.
I admit, I like a few pieces, of what I have seen, from the line. However, some people are finding it somewhat contradictory. The character of Lisabeth and her style is betrayed as gothic and punk, with a dirty edge. Her look is lived in, and that is what H & M tried to portray- pieces that look worn and old ( but still fashionable and new). Yet, Lisabeth does'nt care about fashion, trends, or what's in style. Im sure she wears whatever she can afford, find, or steal. Thus, the contradiction.
Some people are getting rather upset about the line for other reasons though. Some say it is glamourizing rape. I don't agree with this; to me, its just another clothing line; its just another way for a company to make sales. But I also believe everyone has their own opinion and the right to it. What do you think?
Here are what some other people are saying about the new line.
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