The Secret Diary of Misfit Monroe

New Year! New me!

2011-01-06T12:30:00.000-08:00

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The title of this blog may sound more dramatic than it actually is. New me would normaly imply an extreme makeover of some sort. A new hair style, flashy wardrobe . Well, unless you call gaining about 30lbs due to a growimg baby inside my belly a makeover, im sorry to dissapoint you. This year a "new me" means a new state of mind. Like any red blooded human, I have many shortcomings. One of them being my inability to follow through with the many genious ideas that pop into my head on a daily basis. So this is my New Years resolution! This year I be more diligent about posting weekly on my blogs, I will finish all my unfinished projects from 2010, I will actively promote myself as a makeup artist and not shy away from new oppurtunities. I will believe in my talent.

To kick start this resolution I am expanding my internet marketing with a new Facebook page dedicated soley my makeup artistry, as well as a new profile on a networking website called Betterfly.com. My salon Elixir Salon and Day Maker's origional Facebook page mysteriously disappeared but there is a new one up and running. With the new year comes a new wave of motivation and im excited to see where it takes me!!

With Valentines day right around the corner, I have about 5 weeks to fill my schedule with makeup appointments so its time to start spreading the word! If you read my blog, check in weekly for all the updates and new postings! I have a feeling this is going to be a great year!

The Winner is...

2010-10-22T13:56:00.000-07:00

This month at work we had a pumpkin decorating contest to get everyone into the Halloween spirit. At first I was thought my pumpkin was going to win for sure! It was a two faced, good vs evil dia de los muertos sugar skull peice of art... but as soon as I walked into the Salon and saw the adorable Gizmo pumpkin among many other really creative designs I knew it was going to be a tough competition to win. After a long anticipated ruling by the judges first prize rightfully went to one of our very talented hair dressers Jaime. Check out her pumkinized Gene Simmons!

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How Elixir Salon ans Day maker and Aveda is Helping the Enviorment!!

2010-10-14T12:11:00.000-07:00

wwElixir Salon and Day Maker is voted the "Best of the Best" in all of Colleyville, Grapevine and Southlake for the last 4 years! Why are we the best? Not only do we offer top of the line service and create the most luxurious experience possible for each of our guests, we also use only Aveda Products. With a little research you will find that Aveda is one of the only entirely enviornentally friendly skin care, hair care and cosmetic lines in the world. So while we at Elixir pledge to do out best for each and every guest,by using Aveda products we are also pledging to do our best by the earth.
Check out this video of Aveda products being used behind the scenes at this springs Fashion Week.
For more info on how Aveda is giving back to our earth go to http://www.aveda.com/
http://www.elixirdaymaker.com/

October Special at Elixir Salon and Day Maker!!!!

2010-10-08T12:30:00.000-07:00

This Months Salon Specials!!!

Traditional Makeup $45
Airbrush makeup $60 value $75
Party Lashes (full) $45 value $60
Party Lashes (accent) $20

Come check out our new makeup studio just in time for Halloween!!!!!
Like out Facebook page and suggest it to all of your friends pleasssseee!!!!

XOXO

Misfit Monroe

Misfit Monroe Master Makeup Artist is back in action!!

2010-09-27T20:38:00.000-07:00

Whats up people out there in cyber space! Ive been MIA for a while but I get like that from time to time. I'm like a turtle... when things get tough I retreat inside my shell for a while! But I'm back and in rare form! Here's whats happened in the last few months... I got married to my best friend and the love of my life, got an amazing new job as the resident makeup artist for a very prestigious salon and spa and am now expecting my second child. Lots of lows followed by lots of highs and I'm just excited to see where this crazy thing called life is headed next!

My latest and greatest passion is Aveda Makeup!! Its almost completely organic and very eco friendly. I'm now painting faces full time at Elixir Salon and Day Maker in Colleyville, TX. It is an Aveda salon so every product they use from their plant derived hair colors, and makeup pigments to the massage oils and waxes are all from Aveda so they are great for sensitive skin and giving back to the environment with every use.

This Months Specials!!!

Halloween: Pre-book your makeup appointment now for your Halloween parties for $10 and receive a free eyeliner with a $45 traditional application or $60 airbrush makeup.

Homecoming: Book now for your Homecoming makeover and be the Belle of the ball

More to come so stay tuned!!

Elixir Salon and Day Maker

85 Village Lane Suite 150

Colleyville, TX

(817)427-9700

www.elixirdaymaker.com

New Single!! 'Set the Mood' by Aunjel Adams aka Lady Byrd

2010-07-26T10:36:00.000-07:00

Heart Breakers coming soon...

2010-05-03T20:33:00.000-07:00

Wonderland is re -open for business!!

2010-05-03T20:26:00.000-07:00

Since moving to Texas, Ive been anxiously awaiting the arrival of all of my sewing and design equiptment. It finally arrived a few days ago and Im am slowly getting set up. With new plans in the works for a summer line, i m really excited to get started. Stay tuned people!!

Behind the scenes at the 2010 Texas Relays in Austin

2010-05-03T20:09:00.000-07:00

Two days of non stop partying on 6th street... and we didnt even watch the races lol!

My chick bad, my chick hood...

2010-03-21T18:32:00.000-07:00

I do things that your chick wish she could...

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XOXO

Misfit Monroe

Making my mark in Dallas/ Fort Worth TX!

2010-03-21T18:10:00.000-07:00

Ive been in Texas all of three weeks and have already found a LOT to love about the state where everything claims to be bigger... and so far I have to agree.

When Im not out being the sparkling diva* that I am, I'm slaving away at my day job as a Merchandiser for Old Navy. I never knew just how much i stood out as a former Californian until I decided to wear my favorite pair of leapord leggings to work along with a slouchy green top in the spirit of St Patricks Day. Ive never gotten so much attention for a single article of clothing in my life! Right away any customer that approached me new I was not from Texas...as if my valley girl accent didnt give me away enough lol. But in a town full of jeans and T-shirts, trendy California neccesities such as leapord print leggings, over the knee boots, and denim minnie skirts ( which I was ridiculed for wearing when a womans husband was caught "admiring" it) are considered "wild" and eccentric. Dont get me wrong, this doesnt apply for the Dallas/ Fort Worth area as a whole, just the more suburban, church on every corner, house wife, soccor mom, conservative area's. Head south a couple of miles and fashion takes on a whole new meaning, where girls dont leave the house without thier nails, makeup and outfit making a serious statement and anything goes... im still tryna keep up!

One thing I know for sure, when the sun goes down out here is when everyone comes alive! Thanks to my cousin and her social skitzephrenia, Ive had a healthy dose of Texas night life and so far im liking what and who im seeing... My next post will be all about some of he hottest clubs and hottest promotional Team in Texas... as soon as I get there permission to blog about them!

Armed and ready with new business cards, a new Model Mayhem profile and making some amazing new friends... Misfit Monroe is ready to make some big things happen in Texas!

*Diva- The female version of a hustler... If you dont know this shame on you

Who is Misfit Monroe??

2010-03-03T21:05:00.000-08:00

Hello world, allow me to introduce myself... When Life gets tough and it feels like nothing else could possibly go wrong and im ready to just give up, is when I need the stronger version of me to come out and take control of my life. Like Beyonce has Sasha Fierce, I have Misfit Monroe. She is confidant, sexy, ambitious, motivated and doesnt let anyone get in her way or pull her down. She is fearless and spontaneous and lives in the moment. While I myself am naturally all of these things, sometimes life has a way of wieghing you down and one can lose themselves in the chaos. After going through some personal trauma that uprooted me from California and planted me in Texas, its time for Misfit Monroe to make the most of this new life! Stay tuned...

XOXO

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RIP Alexander Mc Queen

2010-02-11T22:38:00.000-08:00

He was my #1 favorite designer and a master of couture. He was an inspiration and will be missed. Rest in Peace Alexander Mc Queen 1969-2010

My New online Etsy store!!!

2010-02-02T22:25:00.000-08:00

For about a year now i have been working on launching my accessories line "Wonderland by N", Inspired the classic tale of Alice and Wonderland. With the New Tim Burton Film coming out in a few months Ive decided now is a better time than ever!

Go visit my new online store called "Tragic Romance", now featuring one of a kind hair accessories from my new "Wonderland by N" collection. These are some of my earlier pieces so expect to see some new and amazing things over the next few weeks!

www.etsy.com/shop/misfitmonroe

Lady Gaga's Grammy 2010 coutoure!

2010-02-01T23:11:00.000-08:00

Lady Gaga is the Queen of Couture and a huge inspiration for my designs. She can get away with just about anything!! Trully a perfect canvas for wearable art!

Grammy's 2010 Red carpet review! LUV or WTF

2010-02-01T23:03:00.000-08:00

LUV!!!

WTF!!

The Latest looks from Star Trek Couture

White Trash Pocohauntas

Trend Alert!

Glittery, shimmery metalics and gold

Golden globes 2010: I Heart awards

2010-01-20T19:24:00.000-08:00

According to fashion industry standards im two days late but... better late than never! Here is my review of the red carpet fashion at this years Golden Globes.

And the I Heart award goes to....

1st place: Anna Paquin in Stella McCartney, 2nd place: Olivia Wilde in Roberto Cavalli

Christina Handricks in Christian Siriano (a project Runway winner!), Elisabetta Canalis in Roberto Cavalli (one of my fav designers!)

Fergie in Elli Saab, Leah Michele in Oscar De La Renta (Gleeeeeeee!!!!!), Zoe Saldana in Louis Vuitton

Ok! So those are my favs from the red carpet of this years Golden globes. I was gonna post my WTF's but my computer is being lame so I'll save that part for next time!

2010-01-19T13:19:00.000-08:00

Today starts the second week of the school semester for me. The real work begins now that the introductions and course desriptions are out of the way. The intructors fangs start to come out and the pressure is on! personally I cant wait! I have always loved a challenge and seem to do my best work under pressure.

Its been raining like crazy for the last few days and is supposed to keep up this way for the rest of the week so im defiantely not looking foward to all the walking I have to do between work and school, but as the Lady of Gaga says, "if its not rough, it isnt fun". Im just tryna keep my eyes on the prize and keep pushing.

My first assignment due today felt more like an arts and crafts project you do in fifth grade but I cant complain, it was easy and fun and im sure just a tease of the work to come.

Todays class is Buying and Merchandising. Im off work today so I can spend some time playing with my son and do a little prep work for class, then its time to brave the stormy weather and make my way to Saddleback.

Stay dry...

The Beginning of the rest of my life!

2010-01-13T15:25:00.000-08:00

Its been an extremely busy year for me. I ended a 2 1/2 year relationship, got laid off, was living in a trailer with my five year old son, but then moved back home, got an awsome job with a quick promotion, started school and found the love of my life. So 09' has been a roller coaster to say the least but i can honestly say I have never been happier or more productive, and I'm just barely getting started.

I'm sooo excited to be back in school although I haven't decided yet if I'm going to finish what I started at F.I.D.M and get my Fashion Design or Merchandising Degree or just get certificates. Either way I'm really happy with the classes I'm taking; Fashion 101, Buying and Merchandising and Apparel Design. Its like little doors of inspiration in my brain have been opened and i have never been more motivated! It helps to be dating the most amazing hard working guy i have ever known in my life and with all his support combined with the encouragement from my family... I feel unstoppable! Watch out world here I come!!

This blog is going to be devoted to the journey that lays ahead of me as i pursue my dream of becoming the next great Fashion Designer and take the fashion industry by storm. Come hell or high water, one day everyone will know my name!

Ive already had my first two classes and have my first two assignments, interview a buyer and create a mind board ( a collage displaying my goals and aspirations in the fashion industry). on the side i need to start working on a few projects Ive had on a shelf for a while. Since I have a horrible habit of getting too excited about things and overwhelming myself, I am going to force myself to be disciplined and organized and do things in a properly structured manner. So... first things first, draft a plan for operation t-shirt recon and start designing graphics for N Love T-shirt samples...stay tuned...

XOXO