Dressed up in the Hall of the Slain

Last saturday me and my friends went on a trip to the very belly of Asgard, deep inside the mist parting the worlds, to the Hall of the Slain, Valhöll.

 

this was my makeup for the night...

 

 

I tried to make a more polished look by using a soft colored lipstick from KIKO so that the lips would not overpower the eyes, and on this particular look I really wanted to avoid the heaviness of two focus points on my face.

 

the little dots were made just to add a touch of medieval feel to it, the type of face painting one would do if belonging to the barbarie.

the funny thing is that I also use these dots when making more futuristic makeup, but somehow since I didn't go crazy with it I think it served its porpuse.

 

I avoided the eyeliner because I wanted to stress the ethereal feel of the makeup and still be able to pull off medium/long lashes. I also used and abused of shimmering white but my camera had a bit of trouble picking it up...

 

 the black eyeshadow is also shimmering, and it's from KIKO and it was applied solely on the hood of the eye and corners, streching to the inner eye , my eyebrow pencil is from AVON and again, these were made in a rather natural shape and look, to perpetuate the medieval feel.

 

this was the best photo I have from the outfit

 

*Lace shirt - Flea Market / Satyricon T-shirt - Vagos Open Air Festival / Underbust Corset - Dracula Clothing (Second hand) / Skinny Jeans - present from BF / Transformer 800 Demonia Boots - Second hand / Beer Pint - Present from father Odin*

 

I'm not very happy with this photo... alas, this was said outfit.

I went out on a limb by using this corset since I still feel a bit chubby, and if you're going to use any type of shiny material, such as PVC, then I advice your silluette to be perfect, otherwise you might realise that the shine of your clothing is reflecting an exaggerated image of you.

and you don't want to fight your wardrobe.

 

the pairing of the Satyricon t-shirt with the lace on the inside was not a very happy one when the light hits them... but I must say for a night out these two little pieces went perfect like toast and tea.

 

not a flattering photo by all means... but you get the gist of it.

 

we had a very amazing, metal filled night.

I'll leave you with some precious captions of Valhalla...

 

*Me & my Dearest*

 

a couple that headbangs together, stays together...!

 

*Me & my Sweetest sister, Suspy*

 

our sexy photographer was very tipsy by now, so all photos were a bit on the funny side.

gosh darn it, I love that girl.

 

*my friend played the Misty Mountains Cold*

 

we destroyed that place... we basically stormed that night club and owned the dance floor.

not to just say that it was a friend of ours that was the dj for the night. and we even made a couple of new friends, so the All Father Odin was more than benevolent to have graced us with such an amazing night.

 

see you soon!

 

 

 



OOTD & MAKEUP - folly times coming!

 

*I feel Happy 'cause I'm in Love*

I felt very sad when I was about to put on some pretty eyelashes to go with this sweet look, when I realized I was out of lash glue... my heart sunk.

I almost never use false lashes on account of mine being of a decent length, but sometimes you really want your eyes to pop and the lashes are a great accessory for that.
the lips don't show much in this photo, but I went with a pastel, old pink as an homage to a 90's TV series called "Popular". I've been watching it with my love and it's a trip down memory lane, but also a huge source of inspiration.

 *Skeleton hands clips - Claire's / Transparent top with polka-dots - Stradivarius / Leather Jacket - gift from grampa / Skinny Jeans - (H&M) gift from Boyfriend / Faux Uggs - dollar store*

 forgive the weird angle, my boyfriend is still learning!

Love you dearest!

 I definitely went a bit on a danger area with the faux Uggs, seeing that no one with a full figure and/or short height should be using any of these type of shoes, but it worked in the end.

I just had to pair it with some good skinny jeans.

it shortens my height and gives me more weight, no doubt about it, but I believe I can dodge looking like a salami... 

the coat was not the best choice for this outfit... I was in the impression that it would give me structure, but alas, my shorter leather coat would've let the silhouette show.

this one is too boxy if you're going to use Uggs, once again I shortened myself.

a word of advise:

if you fall under the category expressed above, please, do not wear Uggs boots with two color striped pants or leggings.

I've tried it and it looks horrid, but if you had a positive experience, share!

much love my pretties!

P.S.

thank you to all the new subscribers on my youtube channel

you guys are swetties.

Zakahia Photoshoot - first steps

I met one of the most interesting photographers in Portugal; known by the name of Zakahia in her work but Zak for her friends.

I am truly excited with the flowers of our business relationship blooming.

we already have a next project to work on.

and as nervous as I am to do my part as a model the best I could, she really saw something in me she loved and thankfully I'll be having more work with this brilliant mind of artistic photography.

<3

  *My Tongue in Its Second Nature*

a little note on the subject:

this post will not contain the finished photos.

 (on the exception of the photo above, taken for a side project of Zak's, more on that later)

 but it will contain instead a little view behind the stage of doing a photoshoot, through the eyes of a model.

 nothing makes me more humble of my makeup knowledge when there's a professional closing in on me with one hand full of assorted brushes and sponges, and the other with so many different shades of the same color that you actually start thinking you're seeing double...

see what I mean...?

now, I confess I'm not very good in mixing colors, so it was actually very interesting to see the amount of colors she used on me and how little it appears on my camera.

*Do I look Sexy yet...?*

forgive my stare but we were really concentrated on our work.

Zak was concentrating on doing the makeup and I was calming myself for the big show and remembering my homework for this shoot.

oh yes my dears, in a shoot with a good photographer he will explain the concept to you and expect you to perform based on that.

Zak's shoot not only had a concept but it had even a story with depth as well.

 *Diamonds for Eyebrows, a true UCG*

as a novice in the modelling world, it was kind of a challenge to embody this other superior being and convey the sentiments she wanted for her creation.

I never thought I'd say this but...

I finally understand what Tyra Banks talks about in her show "America's next Top Model".

not that I'm comparing myself, of course.

but it is true when a photo is just pretty and when it is full of feeling and the model's eyes lock your attention.

*My gorgeous Talons, I didn't want to take them off!*

I always like to take a "cast" photo, but Zak does not appear in photos.

she firmly believes in her work to be known for itself, and not for her networking or promoting her face.

I still think she would make a beautiful model...

*one of the Thousand attempts for the Tongue photo*

you know what I have to say about all of this?

the important thing is that you love yourself and feel content with the place you're in.

it took me a very long while to feel the confidence to do something like modelling...

and let me tell you,

I have never regretted it.

I will never let fear stand in the way of my life again.

I know I can do certain things I put myself up to. it's true that somethings may take more effort and stamina, but gosh darn it, I will never stop doing it until I feel content with I have achieved.

and knowing me as I do, I will always continue.

up and away!

*Insert Goofy's laughter*

expect a "making of" video of this 7 hour production, with photos and footage. 

meanwhile you can check out my ModelMayhem account where I have a sample of my work.

just look to your right column.

much more to come,

see ya soon my darlings!

<3

No mirror Makeup Challenge -- oh my...

*Peek-a-Boo I see You*

Now...

this was an odyssey for sure.

I talk about a number of silly things (true to my form, of course) all amusingly wrapped up with pretty makeup poorly done. let us hope my "holy hell" face at the end will be able to do the trick.

I hope you enjoy watching this movie as much as I enjoyed making it.

have fun <3

OOTD and DIY proactive thinking!

I came to my darling's house for us to get ready for New Year's Eve, which we are going to have here due to the practicality of it.

 and also because this year (and the next) we are committed to spend much less money in all sorts of things so we can afford more quality time instead of just having "time" together.

 *Fluffy Blouse - H&M / Underneath Blouse - Flea Market / Veggie Leather Shorts - Chinese Store/ Demonia Transformer 800 - Second Hand / Pentagram Ring - Androm / Alchemy Gothic Undead Coffin Ring - Second Hand / Mjölnir necklace - Gift from Bf*

and I will not lie.

I really want to afford some things that go beyond the "really need" factor.

for instances, I love to have gel nails. 

(it is my understanding that in the USA and in the UK people use more acrylic nails.)

but I cannot afford the ridiculous prices for a well done job.

I went a couple of times to a more affordable place and the job was so badly done that the nails started falling off after two days.

So I decided to start making my own!

impossible you say? why, no my dear.

I did a great deal of research on the subject and watched an insane amount of Youtube videos, weeded out the nonsense and superficial and in two months time I had bought all the necessary equipment for nail galore manufacturing. now remember, this takes a bit of effort from your part.

but as you can see, the results were divine:

I will be sure to make a post so you can see my materials.

also, you need to be smart and think which materials are best to be bought at a high end store and which ones you can get away with going to the chinese store (or dolar store).

this was my first time only and I'm in love with the results.

also, I believe I will disclose how much each item cost me and the differences in price ranges, all you'll need to know for nail galore.

there will also be a video, so I'm sure I'll cover all aspects of this DIY project, but any questions just ask away! : >

*My Darling Skav always feeding my Belly*

See you soon my dearies <3