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In It For The Long Haul

2013-05-25T05:00:00.000-07:00

Scratching your head on what to wear for this long lil' weekend? Have no fear, my friends, 'cause Live Love LA is here to do nothing but mend your worries and woes, from your head down to your toes. Start with a super awesome pair of sunnies and work your way down to a scarf, white pants and flats. Why? Because there's absolutely nothing wrong with that.

The Perfect Memorial Day Outfit -- Live Love LA

The Best Memorial Day Sales to Shop -- Lollie Shopping

How to Wear Lemon Print -- Vintage Danielle

Blogger Tutorials: How To Make a Collage in GIMP -- My Billie Designs

Sartorial Medley: Bold Colors -- Couture for Curves

Coolest Hair Accessory Right Now: The Turban -- Bargain Bex

Top Ten Looks from the Cannes Film Festival -- Beauty and the Budget

Where to Buy Louise Roe's Entire Look -- Closet Cravings

And if you want a hint of a lemony print to be included in your holiday outfit, take a peek at Danielle's advice and you'll look oh-so very nice. Or are you curious to see all the pretty beauties and what they wore when they worked the Cannes floor? Then Valerie has that, and more. And don't forget to do your reader duty and click on the rest of the links, ALL goodies.

PHOTO SOURCE: LIVELOVELA

A Heart To Art

2013-05-24T05:00:00.000-07:00

Although I'm still on the wanting-to-get-some-ink side of things, it's the size of the tat that has changed since the beginning. See I've always kinda daydreamed about having a (half) sleeve full of roses and flowers throughout; but recently all I can see myself getting is a teeny tiny little wee one that I'm a-thinkin' could TOTALLY get me the wanting-to-get-some-ink job done.

PHOTO SOURCE: TATTOOLOGIST

The Turbanator

2013-05-23T05:00:00.000-07:00

Seriously. If anyone could wear a turban better than Marian then I would most definitely like to shake their hairdoin' hand. But that doesn't mean that I don't want to honor her dope 'do and try to wear one on my own head, too. ALL summer long, in fact, and I'm curious: What do you have to say about that?!?

Photo Source: Marian Kihogo

Painted Lady

2013-05-22T05:00:00.000-07:00

Ain't she a beaut? So much more than just the average "cute". And when I saw her, I knew only one thing: To my humble basement apartment abode is where I would bring her to sit so lovely on her stand and display all my (pierced) earrings and hats and what not, mkay? But, alas, I was not done, for I knew two heads would be much better than one. So I bought a dark pink painted lady, too, because one really isn't better than deux.

Photo Source: LeeDisplayWest

Bow Tie Masta

2013-05-21T05:00:00.000-07:00

It's obvious from my combining of a food item with a clothing one in my title today, that I am kinda sorta super excited for Master Chef to again get underway. I blame my super crush on Mr. Graham for me wanting to wear nothing but bow ties the way that I am. So I thought I'd start small with a sensible black one, but watch out all other bow ties, 'cause here I come !!!

PHOTO SOURCE: ASOS

Ears For Pierce

2013-05-20T11:15:00.000-07:00

Say this post's title long enough and you'll hear my favorite 80s band's name appear. Why? Well. Because. That's what those four cuffed piercings remind me of. The good ol' days of the music scene where excessive EVERYTHING reigned supreme. And when I get around to doing the multiple piercing of my ears again, Tears For Fears is all I'll be able to hear, my friends.

PHOTO SOURCE: le FASHION

If I Was Your Boyfriend

2013-05-19T05:00:00.000-07:00

I'd never let you go. Uh-huh. Yeah. Those bermuda-length and leather-y boyfriend shorts are TOTALLY singing to me right now. And they sound an awful lot like Justin Bieber somehow. Anyway. It's funny that's what they're sayin', 'cause if I happened to have 'em, that's exactly what I'd be serenading. And to top it all off, my fellow bargainista Beth, has already found the perfect pair for me to don. For way, WAY less. YES!!!

Photo Source: B.Jones Style

It's Miley!

2013-05-18T05:00:00.000-07:00

If anyone else caught today's The Soup reference, thank you. And you're welcome. And I love you. Now back to the task at hand. How much do I love this black jumpsuit with the white band? Um, SO much, thanks for asking. Now how do I go about tasking myself to muster up enough moolah to buy it?!? Well while I'm figuring out that bargain-y bit, I think I might try this. You know, just until I get all my dollar ducks in a row.

Take style notes from the Hottest Woman in the World according to Maxim Magazine- Here's Where To Buy Miley Cyrus's Black and White Jumpsuit -- Closet Cravings

Visit the Top 100 Shopping Blogs, Here's The List! -- LollieShopping

Here's How You Can Win This Twenty Tees Open Back Crochet Dress -- LiveLoveLA

Totally Obsessed: Try This New Trick For Lining Your Eyes -- BargainBex

How to Wear Your Hair This Summer - Tie a Scarf Around It! -- Vintage Danielle

Check Out These Top Ten Picks from Marina Rinaldi, Quick! -- Couture for Curves

Discover How to Get the Most Out of Your Makeup -- Beauty and the Budget

Oh. And P.S. As you can see, my blogging girls and are back to linkety-linking! Yippee! So take a peek and a gander right through all the fantabulous and stylish ideas we have for you! Like getting the most bang for your makeup and even where to find a certain new black and white jumpsuit *hint hint* to go along with all the rest of your summery sartorial pursuits in the link titled Top 100 Shopping Blogs. Go on then, now S-C-O-O-T!!!

Photo Source: Closet Cravings

A Little Tied Up

2013-05-17T05:00:00.000-07:00

Literally and figuratively, if you must know. Because I wanna give the ol' skinny black tie look and thing a go. I mean, how gosh darn hard and too-cool-for-school does this chick rule? What with her just baggy enough silk-y button-up, skinnies and ankle boots. Shoot. I wanna look just like her. Do YOU concur?!?

PHOTO SOURCE: HONESTLY ... WTF

Petal Pusher

2013-05-16T05:00:00.000-07:00

I've been spending an awful lot of my spare time on Etsy as of late and I gotta admit that the things I'm finding are kinda sorta beyond great. My latest find that I absolutely must make mine? Oh just these prettier than pretty petal-y headband delights that I plan on wearing both day AND night. And go ahead and call me by my new name: Petal Pusher. Or Bex. It's all the same. : )

Photo Source: Paramount Vintage

The Dotted Line

2013-05-15T05:00:00.000-07:00

It's pretty much a known kind of thing that I like me some black liquid liner to ring right around these big ol' eyes o'mine; and I also happen to think it's right about time to switch things up a bit by signing on the dotted line. That's right. You heard me. I want to be a little different when it comes to my eyeliner, sufficient. So I'm gonna grab a white liner, too, and dot-dot-dash 'til I feel like being through, while asking: So won't YOU, too?!?

Video Source: Refinery29

Pearl Glam

2013-05-14T10:06:00.000-07:00

Over the weekend, I had a music-heavy conversation about the different decades and their tunes. Eighties being my obvious favorite with the whole grunge thing and scene coming a close second, too. Let's just say Cobain and Vedder made a whole lotta teenage angst-y things better. So I'm paying homage to Mr. Eddie today by buying some pearl glammy glasses, mkay?

Photo Source: Lost in the Haze

Gem Is My Name

2013-05-13T11:11:00.000-07:00

Anyone else remember Jem and the Holograms? And remember how one Christmas Santa thought he had done reeeeal good and got me and my sister what he understood to be Jem and her friends, but it turned out to be their enemies, The Misfits, in the end? Oh. Just me? Tee hee. I digress. But that doesn't mean I don't want to dress in total tribute of my cartoon hero by wearing an adult gem-encrusted version on my feet-o.

PHOTO SOURCE: ZARA

Shiny Happy People

2013-05-12T10:18:00.001-07:00

You know, it's an almost daily conversation my mother and I have about what would our other family members say if we had nothing but the shiniest of sequins on. Like, even when getting some grocery shopping done. And whenever we see such a piece in a store, it makes us want to throw one on all the more. So we can, and this is pretty deep, be known as shiny happy peeps. So this post is for you, mommy dear, and just remember which kid holds your love of sequined cardis so near.

Photo Source: Garance Dore

You Better Link !!!

2013-05-11T05:00:00.000-07:00

Aretha had it right, ladies and gents. Except for one slight and teeny tiny change to one of the word(s) names and content. See, I'll have you know, that I've teamed up with other fab fashion-y girls (see below) to let you click into a whole wide web-filled world once a week of the best beauty and style peeks. Eek! Starting today with these bangin' pics. And I gots to know: Which bangs are your next look? Mine? Louise Brooks.

The Evolution of Bangs -- Beauty and the Budget

How to Shop for Clothes without Trying Them On -- LollieShopping

Kate Bosworth's Pink Met Gala Gown, Plus More Looks You Can Get Right Now -- Closet Cravings

Try This New Way of Wearing a Scarf -- Couture for Curves

Check Out This Amazing Etsy Find, only $60 -- BargainBex

Shop These Affordable Spring Fashions -- Vintage Danielle

How to Wear This Amazing Leather Sheath Dress -- LiveLoveLA

Or have you always wanted to know just how to throw on that pretty scarf? Then please, let Lollie Shopping show you the art. Wondering what Kate Bosworth happened to wear at the Met Gala? Or how to wear a sheath dress made of leath-uh? No, you wanna know just how to shop for spring-y clothes, but without have to take off or try on any clothes! You've come to the right place to seek and we can't wait to see you next week!

Photo Source: Beauty and the Budget

We Are All Made Of Stars

2013-05-10T08:38:00.000-07:00

I love me some BIG hair accessories. Yes, yes I do. Must be because my own tresses and strands reside in a place called Short Pixie Land. And you? How do you feel about statement-y lock bling? Is it you and your hairdo's kind of thing? Me? Well it must be because I like the whole darn juxtaposition of the short hair + big we-are-all-made-of-stars barrette-y composition.

Photo Source: ban.do

Scarf Face

2013-05-09T10:40:00.000-07:00

Say hello to my little (scarf) friend. Don't you think that's the line that should have been sent? In the Pacino classic about a guy and his face? And that this blood red scarf should MOST DEFINITELY have replaced the gun he just so happened to have in his man hands? 'Cause I think that particular prop plan would have been much more welcome(d) in our sartorial lands.

PHOTO SOURCE: TSIFCAONLINE

Point Of No Return

2013-05-08T08:44:00.001-07:00

As in if I got this clear and resin-y spiked ring, no way would I ever return it or bring it back to its original owner's shop or home 'cause I'd want to keep it all by my lonesome, just me alone. Besides, it takes me right back to when I was wee and a certain pointy-headed character I'd watch, you see. His name was Oblio and he couldn't be any more cute. Especially with his pointed personality and resolute. So I gots to get this ring, dudes.

Photo Source: deanna*burasco

Stroke Of Genius

2013-05-07T08:16:00.000-07:00

Whenever I need to find bright and bold (eye) makeup shades, I know MAC is ALWAYS going to have 'em, in spades. And in pigments that won't, no not ever, fade. Their painterly Picassos over there, every last one; and I CANNOT WAIT to try and get this particularly sunset-ish stroke of genius one done.

PHOTO SOURCE: TRENDHUNTER

Party Time, Excellent!

2013-05-06T08:57:00.000-07:00

I've never been excited more than to tell you that today this little blog o' mine is a-turnin' FOUR! Which most definitely is cause for much celebration and you ALL are gettin' an invitation! So please oh please, come party with me (as I'm sure Miss Bri would agree); and as far as my blogging birthday wish comin' true, well, that's gonna be all up to you when you get to see all the changes comin' and completely through. WOOHOO!

Photo Source: Designlovefest

Bowler'd Over

2013-05-05T10:28:00.000-07:00

Today I've gotten it in my head (pun very much intend-ed) that I wanna plop and put on a black hat known as the bowler. And do believe I'll have it on repeat wearing it over and over. Aaaand over. Because I like that masculine + feminine equation and touch that all the girls are wearing these days. SO MUCH.

Photo Source: Girls Will Be Boys

Wrap Around

2013-05-04T08:04:00.001-07:00

I like to be different when it comes to my clothes. That's pretty much just how I rolls. When everyone else is searching for the perfect white-collared dress shirt, I'm out a-lookin' for a little collarless one that will work; you know, one that will make its closet-y case of wrapping oh-so-loose-y-goose-y right 'round my lil' waist. So lucky for me and you, I found not one, but two!

Photo Source: h-o-r-n-g-r-y

When The Shark Bites

2013-05-03T08:05:00.000-07:00

You apparently get the world's coolest tattoo; if you're this dude. And since I'm having quite the moment with shaved heads and tats, combining them seemed to be just where this post should be at. And is anyone else suddenly hearing that song? The one from Jaws right before everything goes terribly, terribly wrong?

Photo Source: I Got Inked

The Bold & The Beautiful

2013-05-02T05:00:00.000-07:00

I'm gonna do it. It's happening. I'm goin' for it. It's true. I'm gonna to do something never done before. At least not before this little cosmetic-y cue. I'm boldly gonna go where no brow of mine has ever gone before (now). Maybe. Something dark, thick and quite noticeable. Let's just hope I'm still approachable.

PHOTO SOURCE: REINCARNATED CONSTRUCTIVISM

On Golden Blond

2013-05-01T09:03:00.000-07:00

These days I seem to be feeling a bit of a sway back on over to the golden blond way. Maybe it's because I've been rockin' the same platinum silver-y shade atop my noggin for what seems like 100,000 days; ANYWAY. But, I like the yellow-ish shade, I really truly do, and have even gone as far as to name my mane picture inspiration up there too. Meet Gawk-A-Poodle-'Do.

Photo Source: flickriver