Not So Blonde

Big Beauty

Saw this around the blog world and since I’m home today (start new job tomorrow, long story!), I decided to partake. This bee was looonng!

What Shampoo brand do you use?

Usually Nexxus for colored hair but I was running low, so I picked up some Dove Grapefruit & Lemongrass scent at Wally World the other day - it smells damn good.

What Conditioner do you use?

Nexxus or Bed Head but I bought some Dove conditioner along with the shampoo. WHY I don’t know, I have PLENTY of conditioners.

Do you use a flat-iron daily?

No. I went to use it the other day and couldn’t find it. I hope I didn’t leave it in L.A.

What styling products do you use?

Dirt (love this shit), Fructis shine wax and Sheer Blonde Hairspray. I love it! Makes my hair sparkly but not like I put glitter in it. Ha!

Do you prefer your hair to be up or down?

Down but it’s always up when I’m overdue for a cut & color. Like, now.

Is your hair long or short?

Medium. Although the hair stylist that I adore in Portland always told me: “Honey, never be anything but blonde and never, ever grow out your hair.”

Do you dye your hair?

Not lately and it shows. Le sigh.

Do you use the same color, or do you experiment with other colors all the time?

I get whatever Abel gives me. He’s always uses different shades of blonde/light brown.

Do you wear make-up?

Sure do!

What brand of foundation do you wear?

Clinique but I used Nic’s bareMinerals and I want it now. LOVE IT. I think I will gift it myself for my birthday (the 14th, people!)

What brand of Mascara?

I have used a couple of different ones lately but nothing helps out my feeble short lashes like the old pink-n-green Maybelline.

Do you wear eyeshadow?

Cha!

What brand?

I have a few MACs but if I’m wearing browns, its this Lancome quad. Best.Browns.Ever!!! Wow. Does Lancome’s website ever suck.

What color blush do you wear?

Clinique Mocha Pink. How cute is that name?!

Lip stick or lip gloss?

I’m kind of over lip stick. The only one I ever wear without feeling overly made-up is: Viva Glam II. Most days, it’s just gloss all the way.

If the answer is gloss, what flavor?

Carmex flavored! Ha! I’m not above wearing some Carmex for some shine but I do own a ton of glosses. One tastes like coffee - yuck. I love coffee but I don’t want it on my mouth. Nic gave me some VS kind and it kinda tastes like lemonade.

What kind of cleanser do you use?

Dove Pro-Age. I switch it up all the time depending what’s on sale.

Do you use the Biore pore strips?

Not in a long time.

Are your nails natural or fake?

Natural. Boo hoo.

Long or short?

Super short. Boo hoo.

What color do you normally paint your nails?

I only paint my toenails and it runs the gamut from corals, to pinks, to reds. Depending on my mood. Always OPI, though! They last the longest.

Do you get manicures often?

Not often enough.

What about pedicures?

I get way more pedicures than manicures.

Do you paint your toenails?

No. I don’t have the patience. I always mess them up.

What color?

See above.

What is your normal style?

Too simple. I need to be more adventurous.

What is your favorite brand of clothes?

I’m in love with Grace Elements and Dimri, brands I find at Marshall’s or Loehmann’s. You know if you see these brands amongst massive amounts of crap, that’ll be good quality and the fit will be amazing.

Where do you normally shop for clothes?

Marshall’s, Loehmann’s, Old Navy if I want to grab something and not have to hunt for it… I never pay full price wherever I choose to go. HATE FULL PRICE!! *shake fist* I can’t wait to shop again, it’s been too long!

Do you like to dress up, or are you more casual?

I’m kind of lost when it comes to casual attire. I prefer to dress up.

Do you wear a belt with all of your pants?

No. Makes my waist look weird.

Do you like flared leg pants?

They make me feel goofy.

Do you wear shorts in the summer?

Sometimes when its really hot but I don’t think they’re the most flattering things ever.

How about tank tops?

All.the.time.

How many pairs of jeans do you own?

Too many. I only wear 2, though. Salt Works and American Eagle. I will fit in those 7’s again, if it kills me!! Actually, I’m proud to report that they fit again, but they’re tight as hell!

How many pairs of shoes do you have?

Way too many. Lawd. I don’t even want to try and count.

Would you wear a pair of shoes that hurt your feet because they are too cute not to wear?

A couple of times but I end up giving them away. But they have to be really uncomfortable, though.

Are you a flip-flop lover?

Helllllllllllloooo… you can’t live in Phoenix and not be.

What about stilletos?

LOVE.

What size shoe do you wear?

9 1/2 or 10. Depending on the shoe. SEND ME SOME!

Do you own a lot of dressy shoes?

More dressy than anything else.

Do you own any Mary-Janes?

Not since I was 10.

What is your favorite accessory?

Gold cuff bracelet I got on clearance at Macy’s.

Do you have a lot of jewelry?

I don’t think so but people tell me I do all the time. Here’s a peek.

How many pairs of sunglasses do you own?

They’re scattered all over the house and car (AZ sun again) but I only wear one, and I got them at Walgreens. Woot! Walgreens!!

Don’t you just love the big sunglasses?

I do but R doesn’t so I don’t wear them around him.

Do you wear earrings daily?

I feel naked without least a small pair of hoops.

What about necklaces?

I wear necklaces nearly every day, if I have one that matches my outfit.

Rings?

I have one that’s a Tiffany Vine knock-off, but I never wear it.

Bracelets?

I own lots of bracelets, but I want lots more. I love bracelets.

How many watches do you own?

Two, and they both need batteries.

Do you wear a watch daily?

No.

How many purses do you have?

Probably about 12.

Do you switch purses often?

Never anymore! I’m so lazy and I get pissed when I can’t find stuff that I need! lol

Does your wallet have to match your purse?

No. I just have some nylon black one from the Gap.

Are your purses the huge ones, or are they smaller?

They’re pretty darn big, but I do have a couple of clutches for night thangs. *wink*