NOTD: IT'S SO FLUFFY PINK

*Blog Disclaimer: All products mentioned in this post were purchased by me. In the event I am ever sent something for review you will hear my happy squee over in Europe, I promise.*

I am probably one of the last people on earth who has NOT seen "Despicable Me". However I couldn't help but be enchanted by a recent Dollish Polish release called "It's So Fluffy I'm Gonna Die"--a line from an adorable moppet in the animated film.

Not only did I purchase the polish, I happened along a Woot! that had me squealing the same words. Behold, my very own Zoobie Pink Unicorn:

I call her Ariel (instead of Uriel)

Ariel also came with her own "mini-me"

Thumbnails--One coat of OPI I Think in Pink as base

Dollish Polish It's So Fluffy I'm Gonna Die

My unicorns, plus the DP inspired my pink skittle manicure, 

It's So Pink I'm Gonna Die!

L-R (except ring finger) One coat OPI I Think in Pink

Ring finger, one coat of FNUG Aqua Base

L-R polishes: 

Darling Diva BJ *ahem* *blush*

Enchanted Polish Don't Ever Call Me Doll

Color Club Halo-Graphic

Dollish Polish I'll Have What She's Having

Dollish Polish It's So Fluffy I'm Gonna Die

I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE these polishes! They each have a special "pink" about them ;) DP ISFIGD was a tiny bit difficult in fishing out glitter, but no problem with DECMD and IHWSH (you could build to opaque for that one but I chose to leave it a bit more bare). BJ applied easy peasy as did HG--I haven't done many holos--and this one is a very vivid one!--but it applied super smooth. I might have gotten away with one coat on it, but went for two.

Bottle shot: Dollish Polish ISFIGD

Mom & babe in all their pink awesomeness!

Bottles L-R

OPI, Color Club, Darling Diva, Enchanted, Dollish

L-R OPI I Think in Pink, Color Club Halo-Graphic, Darling Diva BJ, Enchanted Polish Don't Ever Call Me Doll, Dollish Polish I'll Have What She's Having

The bottles have collapsed from the sheer cute pinkness of this photo shoot.
I *love* the way Halo-Graphic shows off that linear holo! If you right click and open in a new window you *might* be able to biggen the picture for their full shimmery sparkly gorgeousness!

Do you like pink? fluffy? Unicorns? Pink sparkly polishes?

If you can't tell, pink IS my favorite color ;)

Stay pink erm pretty!

LOTD: Anthem Auditions

I have a hobby that is a bit unusual, I suppose. I like to sing the National Anthem for sporting events. So far, I've sung twice for a local hockey team, once for indoor Football, and once for a Judo match.

I felt it was time to take it to the big leagues. Literally.

I submitted my audition videos to the Tampa Bay Rays Major League Baseball team!

I had to submit one each for The National Anthem (Star Spangled Banner), God Bless America, and O Canada (for when they play a Canadian team).




I went very minimal (for me) on my makeup--it will be a different story if I'm asked to sing!

I skipped over primers since I only needed this look to last a short while ;)

Face:
Fyrinnae Oil Control Powder
MUFE HD Powder
Vincent Longo concealer pencil #4 in Amber
TIGI blush in Awaken (I just got this from my April Glossybox--LOVE it!)

Eyes:
Laura Geller Wonder Wand eye brightener
Beauty from the Earth (BFTE) eyeshadows in Gooseberry, Boysenberry, and Wildberry (won these from a contest)--love the combo of these!
Tokidoki eyeshadow--Diamante
Upper eyeliner Kat von D Autograph pencil in Homie
Lower eyeliners Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Eyeliner in Radium, Woodstock

Lips:
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Lip pencil in Envious
Lise Watier Hydra Shine Lip Stain in Rose Orchidee
Urban Decay Stardust Lipgloss in Andromeda

*unless I'm doing it wrong, the lipstain is very drying. I absolutely HAD to put lipgloss over it otherwise my lips felt so dry. Gorgeous color though!

AND my new pixi haircut--I absolutely LOVE it! I got some texturizing product in the April Glossybox as well, can't wait to try it. But my hair feels so cool and so super easy to care for. AFTER my daughter's graduation, my stylist will be adding some nice color--I'm so excited!!!

Wish me luck!

LOTD: Wicked!

Back in January, my husband and I had the delightful pleasure in going to see Wicked! We'd purchased tickets back in September when we celebrated our 20th anniversary. It was well worth the wait (and price).

Our seats were 3rd row, Center. *Swoon*

Being my first time seeing Wicked, I cried several times. It was so amazing and moving and Christine Dwyer in the role of Elphaba was something I will NEVER forget! Hearing "Defying Gravity" and "For Good" moved me so much....I would definitely see it again!

I didn't get down all the makeup I used that evening (and photos were taken after we got home) but I have a few items to point out....

Program--Idina Menzel as Elphaba

Dress--OneStopPlus

Jewelry--HauteLook

All items purchased by me

Eye makeup

Fyrinnae, Tokidoki, My Pretty Zombie, Urban Decay

Lips

Nars Train Bleu (love love love)

All makeup purchased by me

Nails--imPress press-on Instant Manicure.

(Purchased by me, in a beauty subscription box)

This was pretty funny--I had meant to do my nails but forgot, so grabbed this pack. So the color didn't match--it was better than nubbins! But me trying to apply these in the car while we were on the way was pretty hysterical (I was NOT driving). I had nails flying all over, and I'm pretty sure some of the nails were applied backwards. Great in a pinch--they stayed on well, had a more "rubbery" flexible texture than hard plastic--but I wouldn't pick these over a traditional manicure.

Have you seen Wicked? I definitely went for a more "over the top" makeup look than I normally would and I loved it! Sorry I can't share more details--this is why I always write everything down afterwards but I was wiped out.

Stay Wicked ;)

NOTD: Medical Blues (plus LOTD)

My health problems have amped up a notch. One of the tests required was (oh joy) an MRI. What better to do the night before than polish my nails?

Medical Blues Mani

However, being distracted, I wasn't thinking while applying bases.

I put down a coat of Deborah Lippmann Rehydrating base. My psoriatic arthritis is taking a real toll on my nails---in addition to not growing/growing crooked, they are pitted and brittle. Time for some pampering!

But then I realized I wanted to try Nail Pattern Boldness Glitter A Peel (Llarowe). So I put on a coat of that. It dried pretty quickly.

I only applied the DL on my ring fingers, since they were to be my accent nails.

On the rest, I applied "undies" of Sephora's Pantone Universe Reflecting Pond. As undies, one coat was fine.

Polish--purchased by self at Sephora.com

 Then on my accent nails, I applied the brand new OPI Liquid Sand Tiffany Case....WOW. I absolutely LOVE everything about this polish! It went on easily, dried quickly, and I only added a 2nd coat for durability. It really sparkles in the light! It does NOT need topcoat. It is a bit texturized but not rough.

Polish--purchesed by self on Ebay

On my other nails, I applied 2 coats of Femme Fatale's Suspended Starlight. It was a bit thick and hard to fish out the stars and moons (I got a few stars but only one moon). But WOW does this polish light up like the real night sky! I can't stop staring at my hand!!

Polish--purchased by self at Llarowe.com

I topped off those nails with my favorite quick dry topcoat HK Girl. SS still felt a bit bumpy. I tried NPB "glitter food" on one nail but didn't like how it was applying. I think I'll save that for solid glitter bombs. I added a coat of Glitter Gal topcoat tonight and my nails feel pretty smooth (one star is sticking up a bit but it's on one of my wonky nails, so YMMV).

I am interested in seeing how the NPB Glitter A Peel will work--but again, this wasn't exactly jam-packed with glitter (and I've read the Liquid Sand has rather easy removal anyway).

In addition to my nails I have a thing about socks. LOVE THEM. My favorite brands are Little Miss Matched and Betsey Johnson. Usually they make me remove my shoes for the MRI; this time they didn't but I still rocked the socks!

Socks--Betsey Johnson, purchased by me from Hautelook

In addition, I finally got a new pair of reading glasses! I saw an ad on Facebook for Coastal.com,--first pair free. Loving a deal (but a bit skeptical)I took a gander. And sure enough I ordered a pair that wound up costing $14 for shipping/handling. I am SO happy with them. They are sturdy without feeling bulky--I adore the color (passion fruit) and the cute little hearts on the ear pieces are a nice touch. Their CS rocked, since I needed help reading my prescription. My order came within days and included an "eyeglass care kit"--a mini bottle of cleansing spray, a soft cloth, and a mini screwdriver, all in a small bag for easy travel.

Glasses--purchased by me from Coastal.com

Tshirt--purchased by me from OnestopPlus.com (Mens Big & Tall section)

I'm also sporting my new Pixie haircut which I LOVE SO HARD! It's a bit wonky from lying down in the MRI but I am happy happy happy! It's a piece of cake to care for and oh so cool (It's already in the 80's here in FL--90's next week ACK!)

Edited to add--the NPB Glitter A Peel worked great! And the OPI Liquid Sand *did* stain a tiny bit (that shade of blue tends to stain my nails). But it was rather easy to remove since it's not a glitter.

Emerald Belle of the Prom!

I have raised a child to adulthood. I feel pretty damn good about that!

As we quickly approaching graduation (you can call me MomofaGator, thanks!), one event not to be missed by my daughter was her senior prom. (I didn't get to go to mine....tiny bit jealous).

I couldn't help but think it was cool that she chose an Emerald green gown, especially since it is Pantone's color of the year!

My daughter will laugh at me, saying she just looks good in this color (which she does). And that her choices have nothing to do with fashion.....I can't help but think of this scene from The Devil Wears Prada:





I also delight in my daughter going to prom because I get to work on her hair, nails and makeup! Triple win!

My beautiful girl! Earrings/Necklace combo made by myself, using Swarovski crystals/beads and Bali silver.

Makeup: Face

Origins Mattifying Lotion

Fyrinnae Oil Control Powder

Make Up Forever HD Powder

Vincint Longo concealor/illuminator pencil in #4, Amber

Laura Geller Spackle Tint & Glow primer

Nars blush in Orgasm

Eyes:

Laura Gellar Wonder Wand Eye Brightener

Too Faced Shadow Insurance in Candlelight

Meow Cosmetics loose shadow in Jangle

Tokidoki shadow in Samba

My Pretty Zombie loose shadow in Unicorn Pee

Upper liner: Urban Decay Junkie

Lower Liner: Kat von D Autograph Eye Pencil in Platinum

Julep Boho Glam Lengthening Mascara in Espresso Brown

Lips:

Vincent Longo lipliner in Purple

Revlon Lip Butter in Pink Truffle

Urban Decay Stardust lipgloss in Andromeda

Urban Decay All-Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray

Perfume: Victoria's Secret Sexy Little Things Noir

Hair--curling rod

Nick Chavez Root Lifting Spray

Aloe Styling Spray

Jonathan Product Finish Control High Shine Flexible Hairspray

Vintage Inspired Gown from Light in the Box

Nails:

Accent Nails--Julep Esmerelda

Cult Nails Coveted

She had a fantastic time with her boyfriend and her classmates!

His tie: Kohl's Jerry Garcia line

I remember her first day of kindergarten....I don't know how the years have passed so quickly!

NOTD: Plummy Copper

Between the winter and my Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA) my nails have taken a real beating. I've been relying heavily on my Butter London Nail Fertilizer and trying out the new Julep Oxygen coat.

In addition, I got a 3 pack of buff blocks from Sephora that really do a nice job of smoothing out my nails and giving them a natural shine! I wasn't sure how much I'd like them--they are smaller than the ones I get at Target. But they fit my hand better and do a fantastic job. I don't know how long they will last but I'll definitely purchase them again.

So, I have nubbins. And I always thought that lighter colors would be best....tried that with a bunch of pinks and while it looked ok, it just didn't work. So I grabbed a few polishes I've wanted to use and I am happy to say, it looked AWESOME!

Many thanks to my daughter for taking these photos on her iPhone (I swear I want one just for the camera lol). I'd had the mani for about a week so there are chips and tipwear, sorry. But I really loved this look!

I started out with 1-2 layers of Cult Nails Spontaneous. Truly a beautiful dark purple plum with a hint of shimmer. On my accent nail, I layered it with Deborah Lippmann's Sugar Daddy--a rich gold that, to me, has a flash of plum in the shade. Over that I did a coat of Julep Brooke, a very sheer purple that didn't really change the gold of Sugar Daddy but just enhanced the purple flash. The rest of the nails I used Hare Polish Cast in Bronze.....simply STUNNING. Plum with slivers and glitter of copper. And THAT is how you rock some nubbins! Covered them all with HK Girl quick dry topcoat (so far my fave).

Do you keep your nails longer or shorter? What colors do you prefer for certain lengths? 

Carry on and 

Vogue Influencer Network

I'm so giddy to be a member of the Vogue Influencer Network! Looking forward to trying new samples, entering contests and viewing exclusive content!

First up, a really adorable commercial for Longchamp Paris--bet you can't keep yourself from dancing!




I absolutely LOVE that color block dress! And who could say no to those handbags?