Vegas 2012.

Hi dolls & gents! Here I am with another post, finally right? Better late than never :) I ventured off to Vegas w/h my Sister August 18th and we stayed until the 21st. Unfortunately, I didnt want to come back, I needed one more day, Lol. The trip started off terribly, O.M.G. I couldn't catch a break:/ DFW (Dallas FortWorth International) airport lost my luggage so when I landed in Las Vegas, I had nothing. The good part is, I had a solution. Since my sister was with me, we wear the same size, so for a day I had under garnments and clothes & still was able to be fashionable. My luggage was retrieved the next day & I was beyond thankful, I couldn't imagine not being without my own clothes, shoes, etc. especially my valuable/sentimental things. Lets get straight to the post, I was able to snap a few pictures and here they are...

 

 

 

 

Snapped a picture in H&M's Bathroom

Attire: Cream tie Blouse (Rainbow) $14.99

Versace "Inspired" white/black aztec print skirt $30.00 Find it here: ASOS Pencil Skirt in Aztec Print (Currently OUT OF STOCK).

Gold Acessorries from various of places.

 

My bathing suit was actually a bodysuit from American Apparel. Find it here: Stripe Cotton Spandex Jersey $28.00

 

"Embrace your curves Ladies." -Vanity B.

 

This was my last day in "Sin City".

Attire: Brown skirt attached with belt (Torrid)

Floral Print sheer top (The Avenue)

 

Breakfast at the Pool at the Tropicana

 

I purchased this inspired Valentino sandals from Steve Madden for $30.00. The sandals are no longer on the website you can find them in your local Steve Madden store.

 

 

Valentino Couture Bow Jelly Thong Sandal Retail Price: $295.00

 



I'm baccckkk...

Hi Dolls! Augh, I know its been awhile, but this Summer has been kinda of hectic and boring at the same time. After school let out in May, I've been working non-stop. I haven't published any new posts since my Birthday, but I have tons to blog about so be looking forward to frequent posts from ME :)

Saturday August 4th, I attended a Friend's wedding. I love Weddings and since I'm a cake fanatic, I always look forward to both the Bride & Grooms cakes. Lol, shame on me! I wore a Versace inspired print skirt from Asos (This skirt is really popular), find it HERE
 --->  Asos Aztec Print Skirt $30.65 I should've gotten a size down because there is a lot of stretch in the skirt, but I made it work. The top is also from Asos, I've had it for awhile, it has a mesh polkadot print in the front and also in the back.I wore some Nude chunky platform boots with a Nude diamond studded clutch. For my accessories, I paired a Black stretch belt with my skirt because it was a little big at the waist & silver jewelry.

I had a B.L.A.S.T! Hope you guys like, until my next post, Ciao.

"Some things just look better in Black & White"

More pics to come...



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Happy 25th Birthday to MOI!!! VI.VIII.XII

Today is my 25th Birthday! Wooooop, Woooooooooooop! I already feel like I'm going through a mid-life crisis, LOL. (J/k), but seriously. I also share the same Birthday as Mr. Kanye West, both Gemini's, love Fashion and our names have the same pron. what a coincidence? I love it btw, Happy Birthday to Moi and Ye he's making the BIG 35th!

I have a dinner planned Sat with a few of my Girlfriends, I'm excited, I will definitely post pictures as soon as possible... <3 

 

 

UPDATES: Here's a few pictures from my Dinner June  9th, 2012. I'm a little late, but better late than never right?! Enjoy, lol.

 

(Back of my Dress)

I wore a cream bodycon dress from Asos that I found for $24 bucks. I ordered a uk 14 which is US 12, but Asos clothes run a little big so it fit like a glove. I also studded a cream blazer I found at a Thrift store for .99 cents what a steal. I wore some snakeskin/python chunky boots with black Plus size suspender tights I found on ebay from a UK seller for $13 including s/h. I was so happy I found these tights because I doubt I could fit the ones from House of Holland.

I accessorized in Gold. I called my earrings "Drippin' Chain reaction". I loved them!

One of My bday cards from one of my girlfriends, they know me so well :)

If anyone knows me well, they know I love flowers, these pink roses made me smile.

Me and 9 girls dined/wined at a restaurant called "Buttons" with a live Jazz/soul band. I had a blast!

Until next time...

 

"Happy Mothers Day to all the Mothers of the world."

"Happy Mothers Day! XOXO"

I'm here to show you a couple of pictures of how I spent my Mothers Day, I enjoyed my Family's company (all Women), except 1 man, my Uncle. Lol. We went to Church and later went to have brunch at a place called "Buttons Restaurant" located in Dallas. It was wonderful, a live Jazz band and great soul food :D

Royal Blue Jumpsuit from Asos curve Purchase here: Asos (Curve) Blue Jumpsuit.

Black Chunky "Inspired Jc Lita" Suede boots from www.Gojane.com / Suede Chunky boots $48.00

"Arm Candy" (a few made by Moi)

My Beautiful "Mom" color-blocking, I Love her!

My Mom, Aunt (God Mother), Grandmother and Aunt loved their gifts :)

The food was scrumptious, I was stuffed! I also enjoyed free mimosa's :D



"His & Hers" Arm Candy.

My Boyfriend & I "His & Hers" bracelets I made. Aren't they GORG? Lol.

If your interested in a customized bracelet, or a "His & Hers" bracelet for you and your significant other, contact me at cupcakesglitzglamour@ymail.com



Army Green: Girls Rock!

Hi dolls, I have been M.I.A. but the good news is, I recently started a new job and I'm still in school so I have been busy and haven't had as much time. Yesterday, I went out with a few girlfriends for a friend's Birthday party to Onyx which is a 'Strip club'. I had tons of fun and the enviroment was very relaxed although they were a few scenarios playing out around me, LOL. Omg! Lets get back to the post, here's what I wore...

Army Green Jumpsuit: Thrift store $3.00

 Hermès reversible belt

Black chunky boots (Go Jane) $38.00

Gold accessories: Gold cuff bracelet, Gold watch, Gold hoops, Gold/Black ring (All from a variety of places)



Arm Candy: Gold edition.

Since "Arm Candy" is the new accessory trend, I have definitely jumped on board! I've fell so in love with Gold jewelry and I have totally become obsessed. Seriously. I've got to post pictures soon...These are 3 of my favorite Gold bracelets that I've grown to love and wear them daily. The first one is a hearts link Gold bracelet, it just means everything associated with what I have a L.O.V.E for. The second bracelet is an Hermes Gold and Black enamel clic clac bracelet (A Gift), if you are on a budget you can find authentic Hermes belts, bracelets and handbags off of Ebay www.ebay.com and the 3rd Gold bracelet is a Cuff bracelet that has the words "God is Love" inscripted in it (from  www.forever21.com), it's one of my favorites by far.

Arm candy can also be layered with watches, but my wrist is so fat, my Watch and maybe 1 bracelet will only look good, Lol. What's some of your favorite pieces you wear on your arm as candy?

Happppppy Birthday RiRi, My favorite Bleep! Cake, Cake, Cake...

"Happy XXIV Bday!" Signed: Rihanna Stan

What do you guys think about the Birthday (full version) remix Ft Chris Brown? 1 word

LOVE.

Valentine's Day: Sex & the City Style ♥

Happy "Late" Valentines Day to all my readers, I hope you gals/guys had a wonerful day In a relationship or Single :) I had a great time, although I didnt spend Valentine's day with my Boyfriend due to his hectic work schedule, my girls picked up his slack and we went out for drinks & dinner. He & I will be postponing, (I wonder what he has in store ?) besides Valentine's day is everyday for Moi. Here are a few pictures I would like to share even though I didn't get to snap a picture of my outfit, Grrr...

My NEW Rose gold Link watch!

V-Day Jewelry

Shoes for the night. I call these "Guns 'N Roses"

My gifts, XO.

Everyone who know me, knows I love Leopard Print <3

Thanks Mom!

Dinner (Shrimp Po-boy) I was in a seafood kind of mood :-P

My nickname is "Cupcake", so one of my Girlfriends gave me this card with a cupcake with roses in it. How sweet?

Ink: Newest additions.

Hi dolls! I wanted to share my newest additions of art with you. I love expressing myself and getting tattoos is therapy to me. I recently got 2 new tattoos and I have 20 something, Lol. Everyone always tells me that I don't look like the type to get tattoos. Majority of them are not visible, besides my wrists, finger and hand. I'm always covered up. I also got my nipples pierced, something I've been wanting to do for the last 3 years and I would always punk out, I finally went through it and I couldn't be happier with my decision.

"Mi Amor" which translates to "My Love" in spanish. I got this on the side of my hand in pink ink, very small print. Its special to me because my love is to myself, my dreams, my love for everything significant in MY life.

I got 11:11 in my left ear. It didn't hurt at all and boy did I expect it to hurt. everyday at 11:11 I always wish for "Prosperity". I must say God has blessed me continuously and I'm so happy I'm going in the right direction.



Facetime.

I decided to do this particular post because the hype is now focused on Watches, Michael Kors to be exact. Every girl or every guy now is sporting a Michael Kors. MK watches, purses and Jewelry seems to be the #1 "To purchase/Want" on everyone's list. Although I fancy the designer, I'm very big on what trends I decide I want to participate in, even though a GOOD watch goes a long way... It's always GREAT for a woman to have a great pair of shoes, a great handbag and a great watch, for Men a great belt, cuff links, a great pair of shoes and last but not least a great watch that always adds the touches on a person regardless if they are dressed down, these items make statements.

I have a great selection of watches, different name brands, but I do not own a Michael Kors watch. I like to have a variety with everything I purchase because I get bored very easily with things, I think that comes along with being a Gemini, lol. So instead of spend $300+ on a watch I like to remain in a negotiable price range. Recently, I've become addicted to Gold jewelry and I wear Gold almost every day, if not, I always opt to wear my Silver TIffany's set. Here are a few Gold watches I've purchased, some similar to Michael Kors. My 1st Gold watch I purchased was my Guess Leopard face watch, which I love but have totally abandoned. I just have to switch things up sometimes.

What are your favorite statement or everyday watches? Please feel free to comment in the comment section and add your links to your blogs.

Vanity B,



Lipsticks by Milani.

Lets just say this, I have become addicted to lipsticks and I keep buying more & more, I'm looking for a lipstick rack to hold all of my lipsticks. I know every girl loves a bold or neutral lip from every shade/hue in every color. I was introduced to Milani lipsticks by a lipstick review via www.youtube.com (Yes, I've become a YouTube HEAD) Lol. I ordered 5 lipsticks, 2 are shown the rest are on the way. I ordered these from Wal Mart online because they were much cheaper than the lipsticks off of www.milanicosmetics.com These run about under $5 bucks each and I got them today! The colors are very rich, pigmented and creamy. I also noticed that they kind of stain your lips afterwards, but it wasn't hard to come off with my makeup wipes. Here are the colors I chose, 2 pinks  called 05 "Fuchsia Freeze" and 07 in Rose Hip. I love Rose Hip so much, it reminds me of M.A.C.'s 'Girl about town'. Fucshia Freeze is more of a darker pink. Overall I'm happy with both and will definitely post a picture soon with me flaunting one of these colors on my lips.

I think the packaging (the lipstick tube) is very refined and sleek. The lipstick tubes are Gold with a matte finish with Milani inscripted in black and the number/shade of the lipstick on the top of the tube. Stay tuned for more lipstick reviews :)

Picture of the Day: "Patriotism."

The story behind these shoes...

 Last year when Jeffery Campbell launched these American flag platform 'Litas' I told myself I had to have them. The question that kept popping in my head was, "Did I really want to spend almost $200.00 on these boots?", because I knew for sure I wouldn't wear them all the time, just occasionlly.Well, I was browsing www.Gojane.com and BAM, there the shoes were replica's of course for 42 bucks! Now i have a few inspired JC 'Litas' and I must say the quality is wonderful and the shoes are super comfortable. For $100-150 less, it definitely is a bargain and worth it if you are a girl on a budget like ME :)! My closet is filled with inexpensive and expensive shoes/clothes, I am definitely not one-sided when it comes to Fashion or prices. I belive quality is important and if something will be in season for 4 + months and out the next replica's and diy's are always good.

Purchase them here from Go Jane American Flag lace up bootie $42.95 Purchase the Americana Flag Jefferey Campbell 'Litas' here Jefferey Campbell 'Litas' in "Stars & Stripes" $159.95 which are currently SOLD OUT!

If you compare & contrast the two, there are only 2 differences. #1 the holes on the shoes where the shoelaces go in and #2 the inspired JC heels are a bit darker. Here's a tutorial to get your inspired JC boots to appear more authentic.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8as3cxqUHCw

Addicted to Fragrances: My favorite scents.

Hi dolls! I decided to do this post because I came across a few V-log videos via www.youtube.com on "Favorite fragrances". 1 thing is, I absolutely love perfume. I like to smell a certain way according to my mood. Here are a few of my favorite perfumes, I'm currently adding to my collection. I purchased a perfume tray to hold all my scents together and I really think it looks very posh and dainty.

(In no particular order)

1. Rihanna Rebelle Fleur

2. Sean John for Women-Unforgivable

3. Sarah Jessica Parker-NYC

4. Trina-Diamond Princess #1 Best

5. Paris Hilton-Siren

6. Paris Hilton-Fairy Dust

7. Paris Hilton by Paris Hilton

8. Gucci-Guilty

9. Mariah Carey-Forever

10. Kiss Her by Kiss

11. Usher-UR for Women

12. Queen by Queen Latifah

"I also love Bath & body fragrances and I wear musk oil because the scent lasts all day."

Suspender tights: Plus size edition.

I came across this post about Riri's House of Holland 'Suspender' tights because of of my Fashionista followers caught my eye in her attire see below :)

that resembled Rihanna's look above. These tights/trend are very popular in London/Overseas as a matter of fact, The U.S. just caught hip to the trend not too long ago. Well, I was crossing my fingers hoping they carried the tights/leggings in plus sizes because I knew for sure I couldn't fit the ones from House of Holland find them herer ---> House of Holland tights (One size fits all) $34.00 because they only come in 1 size, "One size fits all". I began researching, luckily I asked the right person @arjuanjibri from www.Confessionsofaglamaholic.com & she told me they were on YoursClothing which is in the UK, find them here ---> Yours Clothing 'Suspender' Plus size tights $14.50 They sell fashionable, afforable plus size clothing from sizes 14-28. She sent me the link and behold they were there in stock and so inexpensive $14.50, what a bargain! I placed my order & I cannot wait until my stockings arrive.I ordered a size 18-20, hopefully they fit and aren't too snug. The stockings range in 3 different sizes. 18-20, 22-24 and 26-28. I will definitely post an update with the attire I choose to put them with, stay tuned :-D

New Fragrance: Scentini by Avon

I will start off by saying this "This scent smells wonderful", it's so girly and sweet. I was put on this fragrance from a friend of mine who had 3 of the margarita scents from Scentini by Avon. She sprayed it on my hand and I was in love, I kept smelling my hand. I went to www.avon.com and began searching/comparing prices. Ebay suprisingly had the best price for a bigger bottle. I paid $9 bucks including s/h for a 1.7 whereas on Avon it was 3 small .30ml bottles for $23.00, what a BARGAIN right!? I couldn't believe that this perfume was so cheap but smelled so good! I chose Scentini's Rose Fizz 1st before I decided to test out the others basically because that's the 1st scent I fell in love with.

Buy it HERE!

&

2 scents for $15.00

Avon launched Scentini summer cocktails fragrance collection in 2011. Scentini Rose Fizz includes notes of pineapple, mango, peach, rose, violet and white trees. The fragrance should be shaken before use, because it is designed as a cocktail of different fragrant layers. Available as .30 ml EDT

Scentini Plum Twist contains notes of cranberry, grapefruit, pomegranate, plum, velvety rose, cinnamon and praline. The fragrance should be shaken before use, because it is designed as a cocktail of different fragrant layers. Available as .30 ml EDT

Scentini Citrus Chill contains notes of mandarin, red orange, guava leaf, passionflower, apple blossom, amber and transparent musk. The fragrance should be shaken before use, because it is designed as a cocktail of different fragrant layers. Available as .30 ml EDT

"I definitely advise you dolls to try it out, you can wear it now or wait to until the Spring and the Summer to test it out :) I tested the perfume out and the next day I still could smell the scent lingering on my body *Two thumbs up*"

Bracelets by Vanity B(Moi).

Handmade beaded bracelets are very popular these days and layering them with watches or other bracelets have become the newest trend. I've blogged about my jewelry site in a previous post the link can be found here Jewelry by Vanity B. , I make everything from earrings to bracelets and rosaries. Here are a couple I made for myself. Purple/Pearl is my birthstone color, so I try to incorporate those colors into my bracelets. If you're interested please feel free to email me at: Cupcakesglitzglamour@ymail.com I have very affordable prices (Under $25.00)

To the right is a purple glass beaded bracelet with silver oriental accent charm beads and I have 3 charms hanging one says "Dream" and the other says "Believe" w/a dangling silver cross.

To the left is a black glass beaded bracelet with 2 purple crystal (My birthstone) balls and a Gold cross.

I layer these bracelets on an everyday basis with a few of my favorite watches. I also have Gold cuff bracelets that I purchased from www.forever21.com that have "God is LOVE" and "I ♥ Paris" on them. I also own silver cuff bracelets that also have inscripted meanings and I purchased those from www.Christianbookstore.com . I'm in love with beaded bracelets especially the ones that have meanings behind them, it's another great way to express yourself!