Bras I Want: In Which I Am Not Bitter

I spend a lot of time being annoyed at small size ranges, poor bra construction, and boring design. But there are a few bras in upcoming collections that I’ve been drooling over since the photos came out, so I figured I should share the lust. I’m feeling optimistic today!

Cleo Lucy in Yellow (Spring/Summer 2012)

A YELLOW bra all the way up to a J cup! 

I hadn’t realized that people of any size were wearing yellow bras, but that is exactly why I love the fact that this exists. I always say that as soon as someone starts making J-cup bras with sequins on them, we’ll know we’re really getting somewhere… This vivid shade is nearly that. YAY for random colors! Down with only making big bras in black, white, pink, and nude! I don’t even like yellow all that much but you can bet that I am going to buy one of these just for the sheer hedonism of it.

Curvy Kate Tease Me in Cherry/Blush (Autumn/Winter 2012)

Anything in a colorway called “Cherry/Blush” is bound to be made of sexy. Seriously, just say it aloud. Now look at this bra. 

I want it. I need it. I have to have it.

Curvy Kate Entice (Autumn/Winter 2012)

Curvy Kate is just killing it with these awesome, awesome upcoming styles! Look at this! 

This is what I want! And look how the strap has that wider section connecting to the cup! That is brilliant and will give such a nice shape to the cup by spreading out the tension from the strap! I am way too excited!

Curvy Kate Wild (Autumn/Winter 2012)

I don’t actually want this (my boobs tremble with fear at the thought of most deep plunge bras), I just think it’s cool-looking. I’m pretty sure we can all agree that this is cool-looking. I assume everyone who likes plunges is going to buy 12 of this bra on the day it comes out. You go, ladies!

Curvy Kate Smoothie (Autumn/Winter 2012)

The heralded molded bra “up to a J cup” which really only goes up to a J cup in 2 band sizes—for once, I am actually in that size range, though barely. I’m bummed they didn’t make this in more sizes. 

But I’m PSYCHED that they made it in a weird leopard/cheetah print for their very first go! Down with basics! I’ll definitely buy this just to see what it’s like. (Seriously, though, they’ve got to expand the size range for this one in future seasons.)

Curvy Kate Fleurty (Spring/Summer 2012)

This bra, which looks to be the same shape as the Tease Me/Thrill Me, is coming out a bit sooner than these other Curvy Kate bras—just in March! WHOOO! 

I have wanted this bra for what feels like my whole life. I love the colors. I love the sheer overlay. I love it. I will have it. And look at the color for the next season! I think I’ll take that too!

I hope you enjoyed my moment of glee. Photos are from Cleo’s website and Curvy Kate’s Autumn/Winter 2012 catalogue. 

Fashion Thursday: Tatty Devine at Selfridges

Selfridges currently have a new store-wide initiative - the Words Words Words season, which is in "celebration of the beauty of words and the joy of writing". Being a blogger, my interest in this was already piqued - but when I found out Tatty Devine would be in residence with a pop-up shop (and making customised name necklaces on the spot) I simply had to pay a visit.

Greeted by gigantic Name Necklaces hanging on the walls and jars of their signature Plectrums and fastenings on display, the TD installation Concept Store is fantastic, allowing you wander around the mini workshop and watch how it's all done...

I had chat with Kara and Becca, two of the lovely technicians from Team Tatty about the pop-up shop, where a staggering thirty three necklaces have been made in one day alone! After finally deciding on the colour, font and charm (there are a lot of options), it was now in their hands to create my necklace, right before my eyes...

Watching my necklace being made from start to finish was brilliant. Any long time fans of Tatty Devine will really love this, and if you're new to the cult brand, this really is something to check out.

... and the name necklace I had made?

Well, you know how I like to ride on my Pashley - so this was only appropriate!

(Further pictures can be viewed via flickr, courtesy of Ian James)

The Tatty Devine pop-up shop will feature in the Words Words Words concept store until the end of February. Name necklaces prices start from £27.50, with further customisation options available. 

Back Pain Even After A Proper Bra Fitting?

Does your back still ache from the weight of your boobs even though you're wearing the right size bra? If so, head over to Venusian*Glow to check out my guest post focusing on tips that may help. This is a topic that's really close to my heart since I've struggled with it for years, so I hope my ideas can be useful to others.

V-Day Nails Lovie Dovie by Essie

I picked up this nail polish at Target the other day, and totally fell in love with it. It was sitting there all alone when until I swept it away. This polish has Valentine's Day written all over it! Essie named this polish "Lovie Dovie." Oh, such a lovely name, and fitting since it so splendidly seemed to represent V-Day! The color is sort of in between a hot, neon pink and light pink. I love wearing this polish to really make my nails pop. Go ahead and wear this polish for you Valentine's Day festivities, and I promise your date will not be able to stop staring at them, lol. I hope everyone has a wonderful Valentine's Day! As always, I love all of my braforme fans, and thank you tremendously for all of your support.

Beauty On a Budget

We all know high-end makeup can be VERY expensive... So, I'm making this blog post to show everyone that Drugstore makeup can be just as good; sometimes you truly pay for just a simple name. I've been using drugstore makeup since I entered middle school. I knew my mom would not buy me an expensive lip-gloss, regardless of my please. Truthfully, it really wasn't necessary for me, as a middle schooler, to use high-end products. 

My Everyday Drugstore Collection

   As I entered high school, I got my first job working as a hostess, though the pay was not exactly phenomenal... Even so, I managed to save my money up in order to buy myself one high-end product per month. Even with my slowly accumulating collection of fancy, high dollar products I noticed I still ran back to my good-old drugstore products. The reason was simple: they were a lot more affordable; if you needed a new item or a replacement for a favorite, there was no need to rush to your local bank for a loan, lol. 

Here are some of my favorite drugstore products, maybe you'll see some you enjoy or may come to enjoy: 

 

Your Lashes Dazzle Me

Maybe she’s born with it, maybe they’re really hers. Yes I was born with great lashes, and I feel blessed to have them. The one thing I love about myself is my lashes, (I know, a bit weird). The best compliment I’ve ever gotten at work was from a little elderly lady who was really mesmerized by my eyes, especially my eyelashes. She said, “Your lashes dazzle me,” hence why I named this blog post after her compliment lol. Mascara is the key to great lashes, and it comes in different brush sizes, colors and even different types (such as voluminous). I seldom wear false lashes because when you remove them the sticky glue can rip off a couple of your own lashes. Trust me, it is pretty painful! I make sure to only wear the false lashes on special occasions like girls’ night out or date night. The majority of the time I wear plain, old-fashioned mascara to give me the classic look I desire for my lashes.  I just wanted to show you what products I use on daily basis to get those pretty lashes for yourselves, even if you’re not born with it.

Here is me with my real eyelashes. El Naturel.

And here is me with false lashes. All Glammed UP.

 Oh, the Classic Maybelline Great Lash:

This is my favorite mascara, and it was the very first type I purchased when I was a teen. I love the way this mascara gives your lashes full-coverage when applying it. I wear this mascara when I go to school or work, and it actually lasts a long time. So many good things can be said about this product; if I had to choose one thing to mention, it would be that it does not clump when you apply it. Clumping should ALWAYS be avoided! The last thing you want to have is spider toes lashes, (that’s what I call clumpy lashes, lol, shown below). You can find this mascara at any drug store, for a price of about $4.99. To all my fans out there, here’s a shopping secret: sometimes Target puts it on sale for $2.99! Add to that a coupon from the newspaper for a dollar off, and then it’s only $1.99. Now that’s a deal! 

 This is an example of clumpy eyelashes aka spider toed lashes lol 

The Shape Blew Me Away… Ulta-Brand Lash BLOW OUT

The Ulta-brand lash BLOW OUT mascara is just perfect as far as I’m concerned! I finally found a mascara that I truly love; if this ever gets discontinued it will be a day of mourning for me. When I worked at Ulta, the very first purchase I made with my employee discount was this mascara. It makes my lashes look so voluminous and full that people think I’m wearing false lashes, which I mentioned before that I seldom do. The shape of the brush is very unique, allowing me to use it on my bottom lashes as well as for my outer, corner-lashes. This helps give me a fanned-out eyelash look. The price is pretty reasonable at just about $10.00! 

 

If You Want to Splurge for Your Lashes, Choose Estee Lauder Double Wear Mascara

Sometimes I like to invest in high-quality mascara like Estee Lauder Double Wear. The brush in this mascara is designed with a torpedo-like shape allowing you to add some of the product onto smaller lashes like those on the inner corners of the eyes. This mascara is great for people who have short lashes as it helps lengthen them. Another reason to love this mascara is thanks to it being smudge proof, (yes, I said smudge proof)!!! Now, it is very expensive, though it keeps far longer in the tube than typical mascara. It also has far better results than any of the chemist-brands that most are drawn to for their low price. I bought mine a Neiman Marcus for $21.00, and trust me, it’s a GREAT investment!