Coming Soon!

Hello lovelies,

As you can tell, Shelly and I have been pretty absent for a while now. I apologize for that, but I also have good news! We're working on revamping this blog and I have some really neat ideas lined up! So stayed tuned!

xo,

Kieran

Tanning?

I may just be one of the palest people, you may ever see. I guess that's my opinion, but I reserve the right to think I am super white. I went as a vampire for Halloween and didn't even have to wear white grease paint. Because of this, I thought "hey I'll give tanning a try." then I was all, "No you WON'T tanning is bad for you!". So I looked into spray tanning, and boy, let me tell you, that junk is expensive. It's on average about $30, and you have to go in every ten days, at least, or it will fade and you are back to pasty hell. Um, no thank you. So I started researching tanning beds, tanning laws, and skin cancer correlation. What I read is actually a little surprising. Since I'm not a doctor, and I'll phrase everything wrong, I am just going to give you this link.Go here.  This is not the only website I found, but it is the best one I found. Now go educate yourself, on why everything should be done in moderation.

Now why is this all relevant? Because, I went to the tanning bed today. The place I went had knowledgeable staff, is very sanitary, and smelled really amazing. My plan is to build up a base tan, which takes about six to ten sessions. Then I will maintain it, by going every other week , or even once a week. We'll see. I just wanted to share a slice of my adventure with all of you pretty ladies.

What is your opinion on tanning? Did this link help you understand what's really going on? Have you ever been to the tanning beds?


***My latest Music Obsessions

This is going to be something I do at the end of each of my posts. I will embed my #1 pick's video here, and list what else I am obsessing over. Sound good?

#1 Hell on The Heart - Eric Church 
Guys, just seriously check this guy out, he's amazing. Loving him right now. He kind of crosses over a couple genres depending on the song.

#2 Head Like a Hole - Nine Inch Nails 
Dang! What girly music, right? I just really love the beat.


#3 This 'Ole Boy - Craig Morgan 
It's just so cute. :)

#4 The Real Slim Shady - Eminem
I know, I know. Just leave me alone... *Covers face with hands*


#5 15 Minutes - Rodney Atkins
Funny as hell!

#6 Anything by Justin Moore. 
Mostly 'cause I just like looking at him. Hahaha, I kid! I really like his music too. :)

X,
Shelly

Hey guys...

Just stopping in to let y'all know we haven't for gotten you guys. I've been working a lot lately, so I dunno, I just haven't had time to really rough out a good post. I have lot's of ideas and half written posts, that I will have time to finish sometime this month. Yay to that, sista!  I have a couple hauls I just have to finish writing, for sure. We are stocking up on a large amount of excellent to unleash upon you in enormous amounts  I know Kieran is up to something, so keep a look out! :)

Cute kind of everyday makeup.

This is my first makeup tutorial! I am so excited to share it with you all! This is the look I do when I want something simple, but fun, and different. I actually did this because I had to for a challenge on my other blog 150adventures.wordpress.com.

Okay let's get into it!

So first I applied my foundation and setting powder. I used to use Stila Natural Finish oil free makeup, but it's so expensive! It works great though, if you can afford it, I definitely recommend it. I was also using Airspun as a setting powder, but I felt like it made my face look a bit chalky. When I ran out of both I got (the only drug store makeup I'm not allergic to, pretty much) Almay tlc truly lasting color, 16 hour makeup in Naked 03 160, and Almay Clear Complexion powder in Light 100. I also use Almay Concealer in Light 100. They all work really well, and turned out to be good replacements for my loved Stila foundation.

I then primed my lids with Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion in Eden.

Make sure that when you apply your primer you rub it in REALLY well, otherwise it does exactly what it's supposed to stop, and no one wants unsightly creases on their lids. Also make sure that you rub it all around your eye, don't neglect your lower lash line.

Then I took Midnight Cowboy Rides Again by Urban Decay and covered my whole eye, up to the brow bone. I also lined my lower lash line, and smudged it down a little. The pictures I took of just that color on my eyes sucked, a lot. So you can just figure it out without a picture. Sorry.

Then I used MAC Naked Lunch  on my lid. Again the color is a little too light for my suckish camera to catch.
Next up I used MAC Woodwinked, on my crease:

I applied it with a very heavy hand . It does not have to look good at this point. Put it on to almost the inner corner of you eye. 


Then you are going to blend it up and out, a bit. Just blend until it looks good to you. 


I then lined just the outer corner, very close to the lid with black liquid liner. I used Femme Couture, you can buy it at Sally's. 


I used a lot of mascara, as is my custom. For me it's all about the lashes! I love me so big lashes. Other than Aerie brand mascara (which is the best) Maybelline's Great Lash, is well, great. It's super cheap too, and now that they've taken all the yucky ingredients out, I think it's excellent. 


Here's the finished look on the eyes:

Once I finished my eyes I applied Aerie blush in Primrose  (there's a link to a review I really liked), on the apples of my cheeks. 

Then my lips got a dose of Rimmel London Pink Blush

And here is the final product!

I look confused in this picture, but whatevs. 

This picture is kind of blurry, but I like it. =P

So what do you think?

XOXO,

Shelly

Shelly's Summer Playlist.

I haven't posted in Forever, it seems. I miss you all! I had this irresistible urge to write something for y'all, but I couldn't figure out what. It hit me when one of my all time favorite songs, Honey Bee by Blake Shelton started playing. I am going to write a Summer Playlist. Yup, that's what Imma do. ♥

This isn't really fashion or beauty, but it is fun, and I listen to these songs when I am getting ready in the morning, so it counts. Gosh, I missed you guys. 


Here goes, I hope you like Country:

#1 Honey Bee by  Blake Shelton

#2 Sunday Morning  by Maroon 5

#3 Bare Foot Blue Jean Night by Jake Owen

#4 Summertime by Bon Jovi

#5 Kids by MGMT

#6 Like We Used To by A Rocket to the Moon

#7 Summertime by My Chemical Romance

#8 Love Done Gone by Billy Curringto

#9 Water by Brad Paisley

#10 Red Dirt Road by Brooks and Dunn

#11 A Little Less "Sixteen Candles", a Little More "Touch Me" by Fall Out Boy (I linked it to official, but it's like a tv short thing, so here is an alternative: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGcpJHwBPjs)

#12 Marching On by One Republic (this isn't the official video, but it's the video that is the reason this song is here. Harry Potter *sniff*)

#13 Dirt Road Anthem by Jason Aldean

#14 Country Girl (Shake it For Me) by Luke Bryan

#15 Am I the Only One by Dierks Bentley

#16 One More Drinkin' Song by Jerrod Niemann

#17 Moves Like Jagger by Maroon 5

#18 Take a Back Road by Rodney Atkins

#19 Pumped Up Kicks by Foster the People

#20 Convinced by Tom Felton

#21 Changing by The Airborne Toxic Event

#22 Strawberry Wine by Deana Carter

#23 Double Vision by 3OH!3

#24 Save Me, San Francisco by Train

#25 Hands All Over by Maroon 5

#26 The Cave by Mumford and Sons

#27 I Love College by Asher Roth

#28 Highway To Hell by ACDC

#29 My Boy Builds Coffins by Florence & The Machine

#30  Pray For You by Jaron and the Long Road to Love

What songs can you just not stop listening to this summer? I certainly can't stop listening to these, they are in constant rotation! ♥ Do you like any of these songs on my playlist?


xoxo,

Shelly

Crystal Light: Take the Flavor over Fizz Challenge!

Hey lovelies!

Recently, I was asked to participate in a beauty-blogger program by Crystal Light, called the Flavor over Fizz Challenge, in which I was, as the name suggests, challenged to chose the delicious flavor of Crystal Light over the sugary fizz fizz of my regular soda.

So, Crystal Light sent me a beautifully packaged assortment of different Crystal Light packets to try out. At first I doubted my ability to completely ditch soda for Crystal Light, but I vowed to replace all soda with Crystal Light for at least three days in a row, and I succeeded!

Enjoying my favorite flavor, Lemon Iced Tea, on a hot summer afternoon.

Did you know: Each packet of Crystal Light only has 5 calories?

Let's talk about some flavors:

Peach Iced Tea: This is a really interesting flavor, the peach aspect can be a bit overwhelming, but still very tasty!

Raspberry Green Tea: This is a truly unique flavor, as most raspberry teas are always made with black tea, so the green tea is a nice change. I usually mix this flavor up in a bottle of cold water, and then pour half of it into a glass along with a little extra water, since it's very strong.

Fruit Punch: Oh man! This stuff is FUN! The flavor is very fruity and youthful(if that makes sense, haha), and it's VERY, VERY red!

These aren't the only flavors, but I thought I'd just give you a little taste(no pun intended) of the flavors available.

And while I don't think I'll be kicking my soda habit anytime soon, I'll definitely be replacing some with Crystal Light!

Have YOU taken the Flavor over Fizz challenge?

xo,

Kieran

Disclaimer:

No monetary compensation was provided by Crystal Light or Glam Media for this post. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and not indicative of the opinions or positions of Crystal Light.

Love yourself.

This picture^^ read it, know it, love it. Do it. Go, now.  

With Summer well underway, it is obvious to me that people need a self-esteem wake up call. Love yourself, and everything about you. You are beautiful, you are empowered, don't let anyone tell you different. YOU ROCK.  The end. You're NOT fat, you're NOT shallow, you're NOT stupid. DEAL WITH IT. :) 

That is all. 

XOXO,

Shelly

Happy Fourth of July!

For those of you who celebrate it, happy 4th of July! Enjoy yourself and be safe!

xo,


Kieran

Wishful Thinking Thursday: Shoes and Smoothies Edition

Hello lovelies!

As you know, the reason Shelly and I have been really getting  behind on posts is because we're so busy. I really hate that my schedule has taken away from this blog, but I'm trying hard to keep posting whenever I can.

(In fact, I'm actually typing this on Wednesday morning, since tomorrow morning I will be going into work at a local animal shelter, so I will be very busy and very tired. :P)

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1. Modern Combat Boot: I really, really love combat boots, the last pair I owned were my best friends until they fell apart! I do love this pair from Charlotte Russe, they don't look too beat-up or messy, and I love the laces.

2. Iron Fist Zombie Stomper Platform Heel: Honestly, I have NO idea what I would wear these shoes with, but I'm sure that if I had them, I could come up with something. I mean, how fun are these zombie heels? I'm not even that into the zombie trend, but these are just so... awesome!

3. Burnished Double-Buckle Boot: More boots! I like this style because of the simplicity in the design, and how easily you could dress these up or down with the right outfit.

4. Jamba Juice: I have been crrraaaaviiiing a Jamba Juice smoothie for such a long time! There is actually a store within walking distance from my house, but for some reason I just haven't made my way over there yet... I'm going to have to soon- there's a Mango-A-Go-Go calling my name!

What's on your wishlist this week?

xo, 

Kieran