DOTD: Anniversary Dreamy and my PrincessDivas Makeovers

Before I go on to my outfit... I wanted to take a minute to show my little angels (mis angelitas). I cut and styled their hair today. Here are the before and after pics...
The first row is the before pics. And the last row is how they looked when all the work was done.
Mari (4yr old) - Has a hatred for hair and having her hair done. She screams and hollers until I want to cut all my hair off.
Yaz (6yr old) - Loves her hair, and although it is thick and curly, she still wants to wear it out. I texterized her hair (trust me, i had no other choice) and then trimmed some dead ends. She is estatic.

PrincessDiva Yaz & PrincessDiva Mari

Now as for me, when I preparing for my pre-anniversary day of errands(its tomorrow), I decided that pink would be an awesome way to say… I Love You! As it is one of my favorite colors (seriously I have so many, who can keep up) but I just wanted to look nice. We didn’t go anywhere special, but I could tell that hubby was happy & proud to be with me everywhere we went. Also, I felt so pretty… and that’s what really counts.

We all deserve pretty days like today, I have to admit I'm blessed with a kinda high confidence so my “unpretty” days are few and far between. But today was different, I felt… aglow… does that make sense? Have you ever had a day where pretty just didn’t seem to fully express how great you feel?

Outfit Breakdown:
Dress: AJ Wright

Shoes: Metrostyle

Sweater: Torrid

Necklace: Burlington Coat Factory

Earrings: Flea Market

Makeup Breakdown:

Face
Primer: Maybelline Instant Age Rewind
Foundation: MUFE HD Foundation – 180
Powder Foundation: Bare Escentuals bareMinerals Foundation – Dark
Foundation Seal: MUFE HD Powder

Brows
none today

Eyes
Eye Base: 1st - a thin coat of Motives eye base, 2nd - another coat of MAC Groundwork. Sooo hate creases.
Eyeshadow: the pink side of L’Oreal HIP Bright Shadow Duo Brazen 118 (inner corner), Nicka K HD Eyeshadow #3039(middle lid), MAC Eyeshadow Electric Eel (Crease)
Brow Bone: Sephora (from Sephora Ultimate Blockbuster Palette) - golden tan color
Lid Eyeliner: Blue Liquid Liner (name rubbed off)
Bottom Eyeliner: 1st – Milani Eye Pencil 02 Aqua, 2nd – Styli-Style Line & Seal – Twilight 115
Mascara: Sephora Lash Plumper in Blue

Lips
Bare Escentuals Buxom Lips - Gabby

To see more of me check me out on Skorch's blog

~besitos~

QueenDiva

Supporting My Divas: Me love you long time...

I have been slacking, I know... I have been trying to get myself together to get  back on track. So for the first time in weeks, a  "Supporting My Divas" post. These blogs are by no case new to me. I have been following these blogs for a while. I am so behind, that it may be a while before I list any that are newly found. So, if you know of these great blogs, that's fine. But if you've found any that are new that I haven't mentioned... my email box is always open to suggestions.

BLOGS TO SUPPORT:

Gazel of Bonjour Gazel! has a wonderful blog. She has great taste and she takes awesome risks that always end up looking great. Short dress... adorable. Fringe haircut... amazing. Now to really take her awesome-ness to the next level, she has created a new community on Livejournal (epaisse) that is similar to WIWT2 for plus size posters. In her words "an alternative for those who are uncomfortable posting there and would like a plus size community on livejournal that is more constructive criticism and "quality outfits" instead of stuff just thrown on and praises given by the bucket". Isn't that AWESOME? I know... you already know of her and if not... support her now... you know you want to... also join the LJ community

Letilor of le blog de letilor is another awesome contender. If you swing by, you will immediately know why I am a fan. The colors, oh the colors!!! She seems to have the same affliction that I have, that she can't wear boring drab colors with out adding a splash of something bright. And you know I love how she pulls it off. Be it tights, shoes, or belt... the woman has a way with color. If you haven't followed her... do yourself a favor and make sure she is on your Blog Read list going forward...

Do you know Amanda? Of course you know Amanda... the positive force behind one of my favorite blogs: Fashion Love and Martinis. She is also has a Youtube Channel and I have yet to go to any account she has and not add her. She's on my twitter, facebook, youtube, blackberry, and I follow her blog... wait... its official... I'm stalking her... poor poor Amanda... Make it better by giving her a few more followers... maybe my stalking won't appear so obvious.

Jules has a blog... and its called... wait for it... Boom Boom Pow. OMG!!! The name says it all. She's showing legs, curvacious bootie, and a little bit of cleavage. I think I have a girl crush on her. She is working it. There is no doubt that you will go to her blog and will find some inspiration as I have. If she keeps this up, she will surpass us all with followers. As hot as she's looking, she will probably gain a few male followers to boot. Hope you love it like I do... Follow Her!!

Beth... Beth... can you hear me calling you Beth? Yes... you are pretty... and Pretty in Plus is an great blog that should be celebrated. Best part about your blog my dear... your poses... but I'm sure you know that. As for the rest of my readers, I have no doubt you will love Beth... I am obsessed  dedicated to her blog. When she announces a new post, I rush to read it on my blackberry if I'm not near my laptop. Show her some love mis amigas. (p.s. love her in the purple plaid dress & leggings post)

Show the love by following these awesome women. And I promise to not let so much time come between support posts. :)

~besitos~

Plus-Size Style Spy: Halter Dresses

Check my article link below:
Plus-Size Style Spy: Halter Dresses

Please rememeber to post any comments on the articles, it gains me more popularity. Thanks in advance for all your support.

~besitos~
QueenDiva

Sizes to Fit Review: Sergeant Diva reporting for duty!

I was provided by the great folks at Sizes To Fit a few dresses that I could review on my blog, and they arrived yesterday. As this is a retailer that has not been reviewed by any other bloggers (that I am aware of), this was a great opportunity for me to be a front runner. A leader as opposed the follower.


I received 3 dresses, but I am going to review one a week over the next couple of weeks (I hope). I decided to review the denim dress first as denim dresses are so hot right now. And this one has the military look that is also equally popular.

The Dress: Gold Button Front Tab Dress - $24.99 (that’s the actual price!!!)

The Review: I have many dresses. And I am not afraid of showing a little cleavage or a little leg. This dress is not for the faint of heart. It comes a bit above the knee (I’m 5’8) and the cleavage show is ample. But I think it is super cute and sexy. The denim is stretchy and comfortable. I sat down and pulled and tugged without moving the dress. I like to check the actual stretch in a dress in case I fluctuate in weight (as we fatshionistas sometimes do) and this dress seriously passes the test.

Now ladies who do not like to invest in supportive undergarments, know that I tried this dress without a bra… and it was a laugh and a half. This dress was not equipped for my girth. The zipper kept coming down as it struggled to maintain control over my boobs. I tried it with a super padded bra and it looked like my boobs were struggling for air. Below you will see that I have on my normal strapless bra and that is the look that it accomplished.

My husband is a fan, and at the end of the day, that is all that matters. His favorite (just to give you something to look forward to) will be the last dress that I review for this series.

So to recap, the make is great, the dress is comfortable, and the price is super affordable. There is little that could make this better. But wait… there IS more… the owner of Sizes to Fit has taken it a bit further by offering my awesome readers a coupon code that is valid until the end of July: DDT0710 for 10% off your entire order at Sizes to Fit!

Now go check them out and the super cute new additions that have arrived just since my Lo Quiero Ahora: Sizes to Fit post. If you decide to purchase, let me know what you will buy!!

~besitos~
QueenDiva

MOTD: Sigma Makeup Brush Review (Patriotic)

Yesterday I received my new Sigma Makeup brushes. I love my MAC brushes, but as I am broke, I was probably not going to own them all until 2025. So I heard this rumor that Sigma brushes were like MAC brushes, but affordable. As a growing make-up guru, I had to test this theory. So today I used my sigma brushes and… they are everything I heard they were. Wouldn’t even mind a second set… but well… you know…

I am reviewing: Sigma Makeup Professional Brushes Complete Kit in Pink - $89.00

Comes with 12 brushes (and a bonus brush) + a brush roll

Pros
Great coverage
Soft bristles

Great handles (seriously they are that heavy feel so you always feel in control. The handles are also long so no slippage)

Cons
Only one con as far as I can see… the initial shedding. Every brand has that shed you must endure 3 hairs on the larger brushes aren’t bad. No shedding on the smaller brushes. So seriously, not any con.

Needless to say, at this point, I love these professional brushes. I even did my MOTD with them. Tell me what you think. Remember the brushes use the same numbering as MAC but with SS preceding.

I'm calling this look: Patriotic

Makeup Breakdown:
Face
Brushes Used: SS150, SS190, SS187
Primer: Maybelline Instant Age Rewind
Bronzer: Maybelline Mineral Power Bronzer (Dark)

Foundation Primer: Makeup Forever (MUFE) HD Primer – Caramel

Foundation: MUFE HD Foundation – 180
Powder Foundation: Bare Escentuals bareMinerals Foundation – Dark
Foundation Seal: MUFE HD Powder

Blush: Sephora (from Sephora Ultimate Blockbuster Palette) – Shimmering rich rose color

Brows
none today

Eyes
Brushes Used: SS194, SS239, SS252, SS224

Eye Base: 1st - a thin coat of Motives eye base. 2nd - another coat of MAC Groundwork. Still hate creases.
Eyeshadow: Sephora Aspen Summit (inner corner), NYX Red Head (middle lid), NYX Blue Marine (Crease)   Yes… red/white/blue makeup today… I surprise myself sometimes….
Brow Bone: Sephora (from Sephora Ultimate Blockbuster Palette) - golden tan color

Lid Eyeliner: Motives Liquid Liner

Bottom Eyeliner: Styli-Style Line & Seal – Twilight 115

Mascara: Sephora Lash Plumper in Ultra Black

Lips
stila lip glaze - starfruit

~bestitos~
QueenDiva

DOTD: Before the ring on your finger turns Green

I love the title of this blog entry. So today I wanted to be comfortable, and when I got up this green dress was calling my name. I didn't want to wear a strapless bra, and this dress was loose and long and like wearing a nightgown. I also wanted to work on my green makeup abilities. I sometimes have a problem making it look too.. ummm tooo... drag queenish. So, I figured practice makes perfect, so expect a bit of green every week from here on out. I say that praying that I am able to bring you more outfits in the future. After taking these pics, my camara died *GASP*
I will not stay on longer than 2 seconds, even after charging. So I pray that 24 hours of resting will do the job. As I don't have gainful employment (and this blog is not earning me one red cent) I am not able to purchase another camera. Not to mention my cell is not a good source of pictures. I hope that you will still tune in for other features, and know that I hope to return soon.

Also, I intend to start to break down my makeup going forward.

Outfit Breakdown:
Jacket: Curve Appeal
Dress: Dots
Tank: Wal-Mart
Shoes: Eve & Zoe (Off Broadway Shoes)
Necklace: Burlington Coat Factory
Ring: Flea Market (Cinderella Kiosk)
Earrings: Dots

Makeup Breakdown:
Face
As it is currently 93 degrees outside, and I don't want my face to slide down to my boobs... no foundation.

Brows
none today

Eyes
Eye Base: 1st - a thin coat of Motives eye base. 2nd - another coat of MAC Groundwork. I really really hate creases.

Eyeshadow: MAC Swimming (inner corner), NYX Mint Green (middle lid), Sephora Dark Green (Crease)

Lid Eyeliner: Motives Liquid Liner

Bottom Eyeliner: 1st - Wet n Wild Kohl Eyliner Turquoise (659C). 2nd - Milani Color Brilliance Eye Pencil 03 Green

Mascara: Sephora Lash Plumper in Ultra Black

Lips
My Glossy Lips By Lauren Luke

~besitos~
QueenDiva

DOTD: Golden Coral (not orange)

When I asked my BFF (Diva Dawn) what color I should wear yesterday... she said Coral. She stated that I've worn just about about every color, but she doesn't recall me wearing coral. And you know... neither do I. Yesterday, however, I never left my house nor did I get dressed. So here is coral outfit....

And used 4 colors on the eyes... used red in the far corner crease... i love how it turned out...

Outfit Breakdown:
Top: Walmart
Skirt: Thrifted
Shoes: Payless
Ring: Flea Market
Earrings: Beauty Supply
Necklace: Flea Market
Bracelet: Dots
Sunglasses: Torrid

~besitos~
QueenDiva

Lo Quiero Ahora: Sizes To Fit

Recently I found this retailer and for the first time in a while, my hubby picked approximately 30 items he would like me to own. Usually on a site I only find one or two items I really like but on this site, it was so many it was almost impossible to streamline for this post. So I recommend you swing by this site and scroll around. I guarantee you will find something you like. So who is this retailer?

Sizes to Fit

Never heard of them... me either before a few days ago. So this post is really exciting for me. Now this is a lot of items... But this was 2 days of streamlining...

Side Triangle Print Tunic

Gold Button Tube Top

Heavy Lace Back Top

Butterfly Tunic With Stone

3 Strap Off Shoulder Tunic

Satin Splash Tri Hw 1 Shoulder Top

Lace Halter Tube Bengaline Dress

1 Shoulder Ruffle Knit Dress

Straples Chambray Ruffle EL Waist Dress

V Ruffle Dress

3 Ruffle Hem 3 Button Front Tube Dress

~besitos~

QueenDiva

Diva Spotlight: Seductive Stiletto Siren

Doing this post is super exciting as I love this girl. She is the super fun and awesome and I think her personality has the ability of coming through in her pictures. When I saw this picture, I knew she had to do a Diva Spotlight... okay... that is all... you have to check her blog cause she is that awesome...

Remember... you don't have to do Diva Spotlight only once... but here she is... time to shine the spotlight on...

Stiletto Siren of Lips, Hips & FATshion Tips With Stiletto Siren

I really believe that we come across special pieces of clothing in our lifetimes that really represent us as we truly are. These pieces change just as we do as we grow older but even when they lose their luster they still touch our hearts. I remember a pink pair of Osh Kosh B'gosh Overalls that I had when I was little that were my first piece like that, then when I was about 9 years old it was this ridiculous 90210 Sweatshirt with Dylan on it, I wore that thing everywhere and though I was one bad bish lol, then it was this totally trampy red tube top that my father hated and I refused to wear a bra with for shame, and so on and so on. Now the piece that I own that I feel represents my personal style best, speaks to my heart and makes me feel like my best dressed diva is this great tie dye bubble hem dress from Torrid.


I picked this dress up a little over a year ago and actually paid full price for it, which is something I don't normally do. I was in love with it instantly and I will sport this dress year round either with bare legs and arms and a ton of clevage in the summer months or with leggings and cardi and some kick ass boots in the winter. No matter what this dress and its great silky material and fun tie dye pattern makes me feel lush, a bit hippie chic and a bit edgy. In these pics I paired this dress with my raspberry cardi also from Torrid, my black body silk cami from NY & CO and my black canvas wedges from Payless.
 
 
~besitos~
QueenDiva

DOTD: A Day Late and a Dollar Short

I love the title, I thought it was fitting as I actually wore this DOTD yesterday and will hopefully post today's pics later today. Also I did a huge amount of shopping yesterday. Nothing super fun, just groceries, and a cool visit to Lowes. I don't particularly like going in Lowes or Home Depot because I always look out of place. Yesterday was no different but because the purpose of the trip was for me, it made it so much fun. I realized recently that I am going through necklaces at an alarming rate. Mainly because I store them all in a drawer, where they become entangled with one another. Then when trying to fix the tangle, one or all start to break. So while checking a few blogs I noticed some would show how they store their accessories. Those pictures started my mind to shift into overdrive. So I explain to hubby what I wanted... he had no clue what I wanted and we argued in Lowes (not a real argument, just a difference of opionion). Below are the pics of what we accomplished.

As you can see... I was sweating a bit while doing this work. After it was done, I realized that I have a bit of necklaces. I love how it looks and I love that I have room to add more hooks if I get more necklaces. I still have my bracelets, rings, and earrings in my jewelry box. Working on a way to organize the earrings as well. On this blog post (Domestic Sophisticate) has some great ideas as well.

Now as for the outfit that I wore for the entire day, I reverted to wearing a maxi. A while back I saw Nikstarr wearing a denim maxi and I have been coveting one since then. Found one at Dot's on Sunday and wore it yesterday with olive colored shoes earrings. It was fun... and cool considering the 98 degree day. How did you spend your Memorial Day?

Outfit Breakdown:

Dress: Dots

Shoes:  Alice + Olivia Paige Platform Gladiator (Payless)

Earrings: Beauty Supply Store

Ring: Beauty Supply Store

Necklace: Burlington Coat Factory

Sunglasses: Torrid

~besitos~

QueenDiva