OOTD -- Colbalt Blue Denim and Animal Print

This past weekend I had planned to go see Good Deeds by Tyler Perry, but I ended up not making it to the movies, and just enjoyed some good food!  Hopefully I get to see it this coming weekend :)

I ended up using my DKNY bag



Blazer - Ross/ Jeans - Marshalls/ Pumps - Marshalls/ Watch - Phospher Appear/ Jewelery - Ebay, F21, Jewelmint

On Repeat: Jessie J -- Who You Are

NO WORDS - I JUST LOVE THIS

3 Ways to Wear Leopard Print Shorts

Something about wearing leopard print shorts, or even a short leopard print dress or skirt makes me think of a street walker (ie. hooker).  So when I originally saw these shorts in Forever 21, I didn't think to get it.  Later on I went back and bought them and figured they could be worn as long as I wore tops to play them down.  Since I was requested to make this video I decided to show three ways to wear these shorts that allowed them to be the main focus without really being the main focus. I did this by allowing it to peak out of whatever top I paired it with.

OUTFIT #1

Entire outfit from F21, Shoes from Target, Tights from JCPenny

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OUTFIT #2

Entire outfit from F21, Shoes from Shoe Dept, Tights from JCPenny, Hanbag from Aldo

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OUTFIT #3

Entire outfit from F21, Shoes from Target, Tights from JCPenny, Handbag LV Speedy 30

1 Million Views!!!!!! & 2 Partnered Channels

1 million views is such an accomplishment for me, especially thinking about the fact that I started with a whole other channel called KekeMelJoe, and all I did was post vacation blogs with my then BF, and a few weight progression videos.  I never realized people would be interested in what I have to say.  So after having that old channel for about 6 months and seeing my viewership grow I shut that page down and started all over again.  I am now really happy I chose to do that when I did because I now have 2 partnered channels.  Yay!!!!!  Just a couple of days ago my 2nd channel got partnered as well. 

www.youtube.com/LifeStyleBlkBeauty

Anyways I love and appreciate each and every one of yall, more then you would ever know, and more then I could ever possibly show.  I am the worst at responding to messages/comments, I am in a grad program that I am desperately trying to finish and honestly am tired of being in.  But I can't wait to be done with that, because once I am I feel like I will have so much more time to devote to this beauty world that I love.  By the way I have so many requests that I am still trying to get to, even requests from over a year ago, they are all written down.  I vow to do them all this year, I hope!!!!! I have not forgotten or ignored any of them.  Much love yall <3

Keke

Revlon Not So Blueberry Scented Parfume Nail Polish

Revlon Not So Blueberry Scented Parfume Nailpolish actually smells quit good and just like blueberry candy.  I was pretty surprised and did not think nail polish would ever smell like anything other then nail polish.  Do not try to smell it while in the bottle or while still wet on your nails, it doesn't smell like blueberries until it is completely dry.  I love the color and consistancy as well, and it didn't take long to dry either.  So if you haven't tried the scented Revlon polishes, I would definately say, its worth a try.  On another note I am obssessed with glitter and specifically these 2 glitter nail polishes (Wet N Wild Party of Five Glitters and Wet N Wild Sparked). I have been wearing them all month.

Revlon Lip Butter - Lip Swatches - Deep/Dark Skintone (Gumdrop,Cupcake,Creme Brulee)

I paid 7.49 at Rite Aid ( Creme Brulee, Gumdrop, Cupcake)

I finally gave in, and had to give it a try.  I can say I am truly happy I did.  Some people say how much they love this product and others say don't fall into the hype.  I wouldn't go as far as saying I love this product and can't do without it, but I do really like it.  Mayebelline Baby Lips is far more moisturizing, but Revlon Lipbutters are way more pigmented (but people with deeper skintones or more pigmented lips will have to pack it on to get the true color payoff).   If you just want moisture, go for Baby Lips, and if you want a tinge of color, go for Lip Butters.  I also really like the packaging of the Revlon Lip Butters, very sleek.  But be aware when this product wears off you lips they will feel drier then ever before, so you will probably be left having to always re-apply.


I bought them in 3 shades: Gumdrop, Cremebrulee, Cupcake (in order from fav to least fav)

1. Revlon Lip Butter - Gumdrop

I absolutely love this shade, it is a lavendar purple or a pink with a blue/purple undertone.  Very wearable, I don't think I have any lip product in a similar shade.  I really love this one.  I can see myself getting alot of use out of it.

2. Revlon Lip Butter - Creme Brulee

So this can come off white/chalky looking.  This shade reminds me of Viva Glam Gaga 2, which is why I really like it.  If you don't want it to come off chalky looking, don't apply too much.  Or, blend it with a lip liner for a more natural look. 

3.  Revlon Lip Butter - Cupcake

This is just a light pink, once again, it can come off chalky looking on deeper skintones.  Not one of my favs.  I have to either apply it with a light hand and/or use it with a lip liner. Although it looks alot like Gumdrop in pics, trust in person it is very different. I love Gumdrop, this one I could have done without.



*** I chose not to purchase any of the darker colors because when I am going for a lip balm, it's usually when I am going for a more natural understated look.  When I wear deeper/darker lip shades I would most likely just wear lipstick :)

January MAC Lipstick Giveaway Winner is????

Thanks to everyone who entered!!!! Of course the more entries the more possibility of winning!!! Please do not be discouraged because there will be another MAC giveaway that I will begin before this month is over.  But the lovely winner is LMONIQUE314
You can choose any shade of lipstick that is NOT limited addition but you can get the New Viva Glam Nicki.  So please youtube inbox me the shade you want, your full name, and address.


- Keke

2012 Wish List (Louis Vuitton, Clarisonic, Canon T3I and More!)

So there are a couple of things I have been just drooling over this year, so I decided to make me a 2012 Wish List so I can constantly remind myself why I need to save.  That way I can invest in some more pricey items that I have been lusting over for a while.  This list is in no particular order.  Some of these items I know I will buy for sure, and even buy very soon.  And other things I might just end up lusting over forever or maybe just getting over and moving onto lusting over something else.  I buy way too many small ticket items that I get very little use out of, so why not save for some more pricey items that I will get alot more everyday use out of.  Not to mention be more satisfied with!!!


1. Louis Vuitton Damier Azur Speedy 25 - $750.00, or Speedy 30 - $775.00, or Neverfull PM - $770.00

I want one of these three bags for the spring/summer.  This light print would go perfectly with any spring color and it is such a classic bag.  I know this print with the light tan leather handles will get dirty/age very fast and easily so I am thinking I need to get one of the smaller bags to prevent myself from using it everyday.

2. Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Zippy Wallet - $745

I saw a review on this a while back, and immediately thought, ohhh, I am going to get that.  Not realizing this small wallet is basically the same price as a full size LV handbag.  What???? Unbelievable.  But still a love, and this is my wishlist right?  I will keep wishing and dreaming about this one!

3.  Canon - EOS Rebel T3I 18.0 - Megapixels DSLR Camera w/ 18-55mm Lens - $849.99

I need to step my game up, both with my picture quality and with my video quality.  I know this camera is one of the best.  But I just can't imagine spending this much for a camera, before I started blogging and making youtube videos the thought of this would have just been insane.  Now its just a reality, I need a better camera.  I also need a new more advanced video editing software, we will see when I save up enough to get all of that.  As far as my wish list, this is a must.  It is just a matter of time, I might not get this make or model, but I will get a better camera with HD quality for sure.

4. Set of Cuff Bracelets sold by The Current Custom - $148 - 414 (depending on the set)

Tell me these bracelets don't just looks simple and classic.  I love them so much.  Every time I watch The Current Custom and see her wear them I am just like OMG I want those.  They are so pricey for bracelets though, and they aren't even 100% Gold :(  I still want them anyways and they seem pretty durable since I see her where them every single day.  I also love the hammered textured look of them.  I think the skinner ones are so dainty.


5. Lisa Taubes 42'' Gold Fill Chain Link Necklace - $120.00

This is another piece I see The Current Custom where quite often and that I love.  Although I lust over it I doubt I will ever buy it.  But if someone ever asked Keke what do you want as far as a gift/present I would say this.  This would look so nice in the spring/summer with deep v or scoop neck blouses/tanks/shirts with pushed up cleavage.  Ok let me stop lusting.

6. Phosphore Appear Watches - $225

Yall know I already have 2 of their watches, but if I got these last 2 I would feel like I have every watch that I need.  Ok maybe not, there is also a casio watch I want to.  I really love these watches, they are just so different then any other watch that is out there. 


7. Sigma - Mr. Bunny Black Essential Kit  - $109

All of my makeup brushes are drug store quality, actually most are from the professional ELF line.  Don't get me wrong, alot of those brushes are great.  But I have always wanted a complete set of face brushes from Sigma.  I am very surprised I haven't gotten a set yet.


8. Virgin Remy Glueless Full Lace Wig - $200 - $300 (Depending on store and length)

I have always wanted and liked the way human hair lace wigs look.  Only problem was they always would require glue or tape which I want no part of.  Now that they have glueless one's I know I need to invest in one.  I am so tired of buying a million wigs that I am not completely satisfied with.  I have wasted so much money on synthetic wigs that I only wear once and some that I have never worn out the door due to my dissatifaction with the way it looked.  I hope to buy a glueless human hair full lace very soon!!!!

9. Clarisonic Mia 2 Sonic Skin Cleansing System - $149

I have wanted this even before I started making Youtube videos.  I have bought all types of brush cleansing systems but people always say nothing can compare to this one.  I believe that, why else would it be so pricey and consistently raved about if it weren't an awesome product?  If it weren't for the price I would have had this a long, long, time ago!

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY

*** I might update this list periodically if I fall inlove with other items or think of things I forgot to add.  So stay tuned.  Also stay tuned to see which items I do end up buying and reviewing this year.

Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette Swatches on Deeper Skintone & Review

Foxy - Half Baked - Booty Call - Chopper - Tease - Snakebite - Suspect - Pistol -Verve - YDK - Busted - Blackout

What I love: (very pigmented)

1. Nothing gets better then a palette full of neutral tones

2. Tease- Perfect shade of brown, absolutely perfect blending/crease color

3. Half Baked, Chopper, Verve, and YDK are nice lid colors

4. Foxy and Bootycall are perfect brow bone highlights

5. Busted, Snakebite, and Blackout are nice outer crease shades

6. The 3 Matte shades are my fav in the palette (Foxy, Tease, Blackout)

7. Packaging is sturdy and has a large mirror

8. The brush is all in one, high quality, and all you need

9. You can do your entire eye with just this

What I Loathe:

1. Absolutely too much shimmer/glitter

2. Fall out causes shimmer/glitter to get all over the place, I am constantly finding a spec of glitter somewhere on my face when I use this

3. $50.00 absolutely too much for this palette like seriously!!!!!!!

4. I am not going to lie this is a palette you just have to have because of the hype, not because you need it or can't live without it

5. If you don't like shimmer, you shouldn't buy this. And I am not too fond of shimmer myself so yeah lol

6. Sadly I still want the original naked palette....

Kardashian Kollection Shoe Review and Shoe Haul

In this picture, Khloe is wearing the shoes I purchased

So you can see just from the above picture how cheap these shoes look.  On Khloe's feet they look great, but in real life they look like they were made by the same people who make Payless shoes.  To tell the truth the quality as far as feel, look, and wearability is actually worse then payless shoes.  Sad part is the original price of all of there shoes and boots are $80!!! Who would pay that much, for this???? Anyways I got them onsale at Sears for about $24.  To me that is still too much, after wearing them I have decided they are worth no more then $10.

Pictures of Blue Ivy Carter (Beyonce & Jay-Z)

So I love both Beyonce and Jay-Z, they are not only great artists but they also seem like great business people that make great business decisions.  I like the way they keep their personal lives/ relationship out of the lime light.  Beyond the all of that, I like many other people was super interested in seeing what that mixture would create.  Anyways if you are interested too, then check out the pics.  She is absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!