OOTD: Crushed Velvet

Still can't believe summer is over! I have made a vow to myself that by the age of 30 I will live somewhere that is hot all year round! Chilly weather is for the birds, and even they migrate south (pun fully intended). So since I'm stuck in the great white north, I'm going to have to stay warm. This fall, I have fallen (I am on a rolllll) in love with crushed velvet. Crushed velvet has a more lustrous appearance than regular velvet which I think gives the material much more personality. It feels very nice to the touch, and can be easily dressed up or down to suit any look you're going for. And did I mention this baby will keep you nice and warm this coming season?

Crushed Velvet Body Suit: Thrifted

Jeans: American Apparel

Shoes: Urban Outfitters 

Flower Crown: Made myself

Blazer: Forever 21

Bustier: La Senza

Crushed Velvet Skirt: Thrifted 

Shoes: Urban Outfitters 

Rachael Joseph
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Back to Basics: D.I.Y Skater Skirt and Jumper

    I've hid the fact that I can sew for many years. It's been so long since I've used a sewing machine that I forgot that I used to use one almost everyday in high school. I chose to take art courses in high school which allowed me to learn how to sew, paint, and draw. I didn't take much to drawing or painting back then, but sewing was second nature for me. I can't remember why I stopped sewing but I do know that I was a fool to stop. 

    I basically live on Youtube...so as I made my daily browse of random videos, I came across a tutorial on how to make a skater skirt.  While watching the d.i.y. guru cut her fabric and demonstrate how each piece should be sewn, it seemed so easy. I wasted no time, after watching the video I headed to my local Joann's Fabric and Hobby Lobby to buy fabric. I had so much fun making these two items, I hope you guys like them!

I chose a polka dot pattern for my skater skirt. I wanted something flirty and fun! Next time I'll go with a brighter color !

I love jumpers so I will be wearing this everywhere lol

       

- Kalila ^.^

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Simple, not so LBD (Little Black Dress)

Hey peeps! So, I find that I enjoy wearing dresses in the summer...a lot. But who doesn't? They're essentially complete outfits with the option to accessorize, soooo convenient lol. With that being said, I found this dress while thrifting and it didn't feel right leaving it in the store. I so fell in love it's perfect fit and little train at the back. I love that it's an sightly edgier take on the classic Little Black Dress (LBD). 

Oh also, when bored...in the house...all summer, why not make something! Been dying to try my hand at making a DIY Flower crown, so pictured is my first attempt. 

I Nailed It!

Every Friday night we of Purple Lipstick have a ritual of doing our nails. It may sound funny but it's probably one of our most girlish  habits lol. Whether we're trying out a random design, bright sparkles, looking for a solid neutral color or going for that dark, bloody red, we have realized that the possible combinations are basically endless.
We've learned that you don't have to go to the nail salon to achieve a "professional" look. There are a variety of nail kits for press-on nails that you can design and shape yourself. There are also stick on, or adhesive designs and patterns that go on your nails in a flash. The best this about doing your own nails is that the most basic thing can turn out to look amazing!

Just randomly doing my nails one day and this was the result

Press-on nails by Kiss: It's a great kit since it come with about 200 nails that come in different sizes.It lasts for a really long time and multiple people can use it. 

                                    

Kalila's nails were shaped into a more rounded triangle after they were glued on. I used  a random beauty supply store brand NK in "Taupe Extreme." Though this polish would be considered "cheap" I love it. It's a great color and it actually last longer without chipping than some of the other well-known brands. 

On Jode-Leigh is the Rimmel London Lasting Finish Pro in Lava Red. It claims to last up to 10 days, but from my experience, even with a top coat it lasts maybe about half of that time. Still, it's a beautiful color and I'd recommend it.

Rachael
Purple Lipstick

OOTD: Boho, Chic & Rock N Roll

 It's almost Spring Break! Yay!

This semester has been such a DRAG... can't wait for the holidays to begin!

To bring in the break, Kalila and I decided to play dress up.

Rachael is in scrubs all day because she has a Microbiology lab class, so we didn't get a chance to get her in the pics. :(

 

Hat: Forever 21
Coat: H&M
Scarf: Spain
Necklace: Forever 21
Jumper: Forever 21
Skirt: Altar'd State
Stockings: H&M
Shoes: Aldo

 

 

Head Chain made by moi
Faux fur scarf: Forever 21
Leather jacket: Nordstorm
Dress: Altar'd State
Tights: H&M
Boots: Go Jane

Jode-Leigh,

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Bored on a Saturday Night...

Bored on a Saturday night, what fun could I whip up? A DIY PROJECT! lol. Here's my tutorial on how to make a head chain. Oh. and a special thank you to my model, Jode-Leigh. Her head was awesome lol.

-Rachael Joseph
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Non Pierced Nose Chain

You all have probably noticed that nose chain I have on in the banner for our blog. Well, that was my first nose chain ever that I made. Here is a video of the finished project!!!!

Ill do a tutorial soon :) 

-Jode-Leigh :)

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