For Brenna: Vintage-inspired Homecoming

Hello Everyone!

This entry is inspired by a beautiful young lady I met today
who is preparing to recreate a vintage look for her school's homecoming dance.
Modernizing vintage looks can seem a bit daunting from afar,
but you can make it super easy by completing the following steps:

1. Choose - what era do you want to recreate?
The 40s pin-up era? The Egyptian revival look of the 20s?
Deciding on a time-period will allow you to direct your focus on the details.
2. Research - What prints/textiles/silhouettes were favored during this time?
What hairstyles were popular? Do you have a favorite fashion icon from this period?
What do you admire about that person's style? Perhaps you can incorporate a few aspects of that person's style into your own look!
3. Modernize - Remember, you're taking aspects of vintage style and turning those elements into a style of your own. Don't feel pressured to copy every detail to the letter. That's just stressful ♥.
You're an individual. Be you. Have fun accentuating your natural beauty.

Vintage-Inspired Beauty Tips

 

 



 

 

Miss Brenna chose a 1940s pin-up inspired dress, so I will reference to that time period for this post.

 

 

A beauty trend I've noticed among women from the 40s is a natural face,

perhaps with a light smoky eye, but usually with a bold red lip.

A dress with a bright print might be accented by a smoky-eye using a softer color from the ensemble.

So, if your dress has a red print, a soft pink smoky-eye would be a nice compliment.

But remember, you may still want to stay true to the natural look from the 40s.

So, if you decide to just do a simple black eyeliner over your lids, that works just as well

(and Maybelline has an eyeliner that I've fallen for ♥).

I definitely suggest the bold red lip, smoky-eye or not!

You can create your 1940s starlet red lip through various avenues -

lip gloss, lipstick, or even lip stain (my go-to red lip preference is mentioned here).

 

As far as hairstyles, curls were big (literally!) during the 40s.

Barrel curls were separated for a loose, flowing look

or pinned up for a tight, voluminous look.

There are many options and no wrong choice.  

Have fun with your hair because it will add to your vintage statement!

 

From there, the accessorizing is all up to you (this is where the modernization I mentioned earlier really comes in).

Do you favor the simple, yet classy pumps from the 40s?

Grab a pair that coordinate with the colors in your outfit!

Like a more modern pair of heels - perhaps a strappy pair or a platform heel?

Go for it!

Add a layered pearl necklace and matching earrings,

or a classic crystal necklace and a coordinating bracelet.

It's all part of making your look unique.

 

 

 

 

I hope this post has helped Miss Brenna and anyone else is aspiring to recreate a vintage-inspired look - whether for an occasion or a refreshing change in personal style.

Remember, this is not to become a carbon-copy of anyone else,

but to have fun in recognizing and emphasizing your own beauty.

 

 

xoxo Habibti

 

 

 

None of the images used in this post belong to me.



Habibti's Mini Reviews!

 

Hello Everybody ❀ ✿ ❁!

 

 

Hope you guys are well!

I've been testing out some new products lately

and I wanted to give you the skinny on them,

all in one post!

 

So here we go!

 

Habibti's Mini Reviews

 

 

 



1. L'Oreal Infallible 8HR Le Gloss (in Rebel Red) - C

Most people recognized Gwen Stefani and her signature red lip on the advertisement for L'Oreal's new lip gloss. I was inspired by her style and thought I'd try out a red lip myself. And after hearing that it claims to last for 8 hours, I couldn't wait to test it. I bought the lip gloss in 'Rebel Red' (a dark red with a hint of a blue undertone). I noticed that the gloss is highly pigmented, but the bold color only for the first couple hours of wear. After about 3 hours, the smooth texture becomes thick and the color is much more subtle. I put this gloss on at the beginning of an 8 hour work shift, but had to reapply within 4 hours. A good buy? Yes. But 8 hour durability? Afraid not.

 

 



2. Maybelline Dream Fresh 8-in-1 BB Cream - B+

Aren't you tired of heavy liquid foundations that clog your pores? And personally, I like for my facial products to improve the health of my skin as well as add coverage. After developing a huge product crush on their Baby Lips lip balm (mentioned here), I was curious to see if  Maybelline's Dream Fresh BB Cream would be a new staple in my makeup bag. The cream comes in different shades and easily blended with my natural skin tone. I gave this product the same aforementioned 8 hour work shift test and it lasted all day! Being that it is both a moisturizer and a foundation, the tint is lighter than the average liquid foundation (if you want more coverage, I would recommend this product along with a powder foundation). However, by the end of the day, my skin felt hydrated without being oily and the tint of the foundation looked so natural, I forgot I had makeup on.

 

 

3. OPI You Don't Know Jacques - A+

OPI is my go-to brand when it comes to nail polish. You Don't Know Jacques didn't catch my eye until I saw how it looked on my nails. The color is a neutral brown that appears to be mixed with gray and has a purple undertone. This is a staple color in my opinion. It's equally strong and subdued, sophisticated and edgy, appropriate for work and for play. For those unfamiliar with the quality of OPI nail lacquers, the polishes are long-lasting and very chip-resistant. This polish has quickly become a favorite.

 

 

4. Palmer's Coconut Oil Formula Replenishing Hair Milk - A+

I recently underwent a chemical hair treatment that ruined my hair. Lesson learned. Now, I'm always on the look out for nourishing, no-hassle hair products that eighty-six the usage of harmful ingredients. You remember Palmer's, right? Their renowned skin care products come to mind immediately, but I overlooked their hair care line. After shampooing, I applied the hair milk, styled my hair and was on my way. This product worked magic on my hair, leaving it soft, moisturized, frizz-free and lightly fragrant. I also noticed there was no heavy oil residue.

 

 

5. No Doubt Push and Shove - A

Okay, this one is purely for fun, but I've got to say it! It's been 11 years since they've released new material, so I was stoked last year when I heard the buzz about a new album. No Doubt's Push and Shove was released earlier last week and it does not disappoint! It has a bit of everything - ballads, fun dance songs, and more of the Jamaican dance hall inspired sound the band is known for. The lyrics are seasoned, since the members of the band have all grown up now, but the tracks are anything but boring. It's been on repeat nonstop, ever since last week. Trust me, you want this album ♥.

 

 

 

I enjoy reading your comments~!

Let me know if there's a product you'd like me to review,

if you enjoyed reading this post in particular,

or if you just want to say hello!

Be well ♥.

 

xoxo Habibti