Diary of a Style Addict: fashion is expensive and addictive like cocaine

Remember Me?

Heres my face just in case you forgot what it looks like. Took an unintentional hiatus and now Im back! Been meaning to get back into the swing of things a long time ago, but that first post after a long break is always the hardest.  What have I been up to? Well lets see....I completed my Masters degree, completed a nail technician program, got an industrial piercing and am now stretching my ears. You can view my nail art at www.keedahwrightnailstylist.com. Right now Im studying for state boards which is a PITA but I'll be glad when its over. I alos have an etsy store in the works for pre designed nails. That was a mouth full....more posts to come...

 

Soon we'll be back to our Regularly scheduled program....

Regular posting will resume momentarily...with midterms, getting settled in from my Miami trip, being productive with work projects and beauty school 5 days a week I need to get back in the swing of things. In the meantime check out this hot pic of Solange. For once I'm loving everything...hair, Valentino dress and shoes. Damn I need a hot pair of nude platforms....

 

Countdown to Nail School

Was playing around with my fimo last night and came up with 2 strawberry shortcake inspired designs. I swear I have too many ideas and not enough fingers (or time for that matter).

 
 

I start my manicurist course next Monday and Im so excited. Im gonna be honest..I REALLY just wanna see what's in the kit. I've been holding off on buying gels and acrylic until I see what is held in this magical kit of theirs. It better be good. 

Im going to Miami on Wednesday, flying home Monday morning and starting class at 2pm. That trip was my last chance to get some R&R before my course started. Let's just hope there are no delays and everything goes smoothly..showing up late on your first day cause you flew in late from South Beach isnt a good look.

Happy 4th of July!

Happy Independence Day. Today Ill be working then hitting up the pool and a few barbeque's. 

In a celebratory fashion I thought about recreating the flag nails I did for Lady Gaga and Beyonce's Telephone video but then I remembered they took me 3 hours to do. That doesnt sound promising when you're doing your nails at midnight.  I opted for an easier design (pics tomorrow!) and will grace you with photos of the original. 

 

 

All Phones Free Tomorrow at TMobile

   

Tmobile has a helluva Fathers Day promotion tomorrow. All phones in the store are free with a new line or Family plan. That includes the Mytouch ($179 with 2year contract), HTC HD2 (normally $199 with contract), Garmiphone and all Blackberrys. Now I needed a work phone and was already thinking of adding another line so this is perfect. All stores have extended hours at will be opening at 8am so get up bright and early to take advantage. Phones are free while supplies last. 

 

Hair Did Summer Edition...

So I redid my hair last week in a curly style with reddish brown color and honey brown ends. I feel like Im channelling Solange in her "Bring It On" days. 

 

 

 
 
 

Bored with Entertainment

This is what happens when you mess with fake ass entertainment companies. You end up bored in a McDonalds parking lot taking pics of yourself *sad face*. Let me tell you I interviewed for a position with a marketing and entertainment company that sounded too good to be true. I'm very skeptical when it comes to putting in my time and energy to projects so I proceeded with caution. Not only could I find not a single shred of info when I googled the company (and they claimed they were this big time, national marketing company), but the office was a shared office space, the email account was from gmail and the Facebook account of the so called owner looked fake. *giving them the side eye now* 

I showed up at this event at the scheduled time and the "Director of Public Relations" that was running it showed up 2 hours late! Strike 1. Then he asked another model that was there who I was...apparently he didn't recognize me...And I was supposed to be hired for a management position..not strictly as a model...Strike 2. Throughout the event which was an open mic event for rappers he ignored me and the other girl and we just sat around and did nothing. At the end of the night he said someone named "Diamond Eyes" (that name alone deserves a strike 3) would call us the next day. And he had the nerve to say thanks for coming out as if we were doing him and favor and not working! Needless to say he will not be hearing from me again. I hate people that waste my time...urgh

   

Got my Geo Angel Wing circle lenses! Review coming soon!
 

 

How Could I Forget to Post This? Introducing My Miami Tat!!

Don't know why it took me so long to post this but I got a new tattoo while in Miami! Its something I wanted for a long time but didnt have the cash or time to get it done. Just so happens our friends roommate has a tattoo artist that comes and does his at his house and he was coming that night. I looked at his work and he gave me a price I couldn't refuse so I went for it. My inspiration is fetish model Apnea. She has the same tat on her thigh. I always wanted a hip / thigh tattoo cause its relatively hidden and I just think its uber sexy. THis piece took 6 hours of work and took 2 days to complete. I had no choice but to do it in 2 days since I was only on vacation and prolly not going back to Miami until January or so. He basically took a piece of paper, put it up against my leg and drew the design out. I plan on getting the same design or something very similar on the other hip when I go back. These flowers are hyacinths and I want cherry blossoms on the other side.

 

That damn cold water stung like hell! This was the first night when we just did the outline.and yes that is my drink in the back.

 

At the beach in Miami. Excuse the dumb stance..I was caught off guard lol

 

Original inspiration.

Holiday Hiatus...

Hello Lovelies!
I hope your holidays bring you everything you are wishing for...especially those style and beauty related! I've taken an unofficial hiatus from posting but will be back shortly. The past 2 weeks have been filled with finals and holiday mayhem (but good mayhem nonetheless). I have lots of things to share and post about so stay tuned!

Black Friday Mini Haul

My Black Friday haul is somewhat uneventful. My mom on the other hand gears up for this all year long. She had a scarily precise shopping plan and we got in line at Kmart at 6am and the line was DOWN THE PARKING LOT. She sent me to pick up an electric scooter and I also got a digital camera for my brother. We then headed to Ulta and since she's just not that into makeup she went to Dick's. I picked up some Loreal HIP items and Ulta polish, cheek color and an angled blush brush. They had a buy one get one free deal on all Ulta products. I may return one of the blushes since it may be a little too pink for my taste. As far as polish I'm strictly an OPI girl mainly for their staying power and also for the fab shades. Im too busy (or maybe too lazy) to redo my polish every few days so if it can last a week or longer its good in my book. I was drawn to the sparkly red Ulta shade and it better hold up!

I also ordered the 88 color palette from Coastal Scents that everyone raves about. It literally holds every color you would ever need and is a budget friends $21.95. In honor of Black Friday they had a 24% off sale which will also be in effect on Cyber Monday. They sell out FAST so if you want to get one you better log on now.