You could make this dress however long you want; it’s just 4 rectangles. To figure out how big each piece is, measure shoulder to hem length, then girth at widest part (hips) and divide by 4. Add seam allowance. Sew allowing for neckline, arm holes. No pattern needed. 1/2 hour, maxi!
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Catwalk Trend: Sequinned Eye Makeup a la Chanel (Ideas and Tips)
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Chanel seems to have a yearly love affair with Sequins and sparkle. Last year, they went minimalistic and split a single round pailette and stuck it onto models’ lower lash lines, then loaded on the mascara, a warm tawny blush, and natural-looking lips.
This year, they loaded on large-sized hexagonal glitter flakes along the entire lash line and then stuck a few more onto lashes for effect.
I don’t personally find that the most flattering and comfortable look to wear (honestly it looks like a bit of a mess, but who am I to argue with high fashion?), but here are some ideas if you’d like to try the more toned-down look, which I absolutely love!
It’s a great way to jazz up your look for a party without having to do a whole lot of makeup. Read on for tips and tricks!
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DIY: BLACKHEADS, BE GONE
Bye bye blackheads: Use a half lemon and 3-4 drops of honey. Rub the lemon on your face, especially in blackhead-prone areas like nose, chin etc. Leave the lemon and honey mixture on your face for 5 minutes, then wash it with cold water. You should see the results immediately. Additionally, lemon juice will also fade other marks/spots on the face and honey will moisturize.
Has anyone tried this before? I’m curious.
Natural, Homemade Deep Conditioners For Added Moisture by HeyFranHey.com
Avocado-Coconut Milk Deep Conditioner For Dandruff & Frizz
1 Avocado
½ can of (fat) Coconut Milk
2 tbsp of Organic Coconut Oil
2 tbsp of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Optional extras:
(1/3 cup of organic honey for extra dry hair)
(1 lemon for hair loss)
*Blend and apply in hair for 30 min to an hour
Yogurt-Banana Deep Conditioner For Breakage-Prone Hair
1 cup of plain whole-fat Yogurt
1 Banana
1 Egg
2 tbsp of Jamaican Black Castor Oil
*Blend and apply in hair for 30 min to an hour
Hot Oil Deep Treatment For Dry Hair
1 cup of Water (Bring to a boil)
2 tbsp of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 tbsp of Jojoba Oil
2 tbsp of Jamaican Black Castor Oil
10 drops of Lavender Essential Oil
*Stir oils in water until warm. Massage mixture onto hair and scalp. Rinse after 30 min
The Copper Cat - Graphic Winged Eye
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This is an updated recreation of a winged graphic eye, below, that I did awhile back, except this time, I used a copper metallic shadow instead of purple. You can always switch the lid color according to your preference.
This latest version is a little more precise and not quite as dramatic, so it’s up to you which version you prefer to try.
This eye shape can be done for:
- Mono-lids, hooded lids, regular lids
- Any eye color; though copper looks especially good with blue eyes, or if you are a woman of color.
You will need:
- A gel liner - I used Maybelline Lasting Drama in 01 Black
- A copper metallic shadow - I used Coastal Scents hot pot in Copper Pot
- A black shadow - any matte black you have will work
- A pale beige or yellow liner - I used NYX Yellow
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READ ON FOR TUTORIAL
How to Ombre/dip-dye synthetic hair!
Here there be haircare and make-up tips for black girls who might identify as a little alternative (be it afropunk, goth, mod et cetera...)
I will ramble about the beauty products I like/think work really well, and would hope that you ramble with me, so that we can spread the love. *points at submit button*
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