About Me

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Los Angeles, California, United States
I love HAIR. I love Make-up. I love Fashion. I love glamour, glitter, sparkles and all things girly. I love watching all of the aforementioned subjects. And this "BLOG" is now gonna allow me to TALK about the aforementioned subjects as well!! Basically this is my "Babbling Blog-a-licious Brouhaha...."

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Holiday Kick-Off Earring WINNERS!



Holiday Kick-Off (BBW) Earring WINNERS!!! Thank you all for entering!! Happy Holidays!!



*****MY OTHER STUFF*****
-MY ETSY "Chic Boutique"
http://www.etsy.com/shop/mllecafeaulait
-My FACEBOOK
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mlle-CafeAuLait/112461782156828
-Follow my BLOG!
http://www.MlleCafeAuLait.blogspot.com
-TWITTER
http://twitter.com/MlleCafeAuLait
MISC INFO:
Blouse- Hello Kitty for Forever 21 (even thought you cant see it!)
Lips- MAC "Alls Fair" mixed with MAC "Sophisto". MAC lipliner in "Plum"
Bangle watch- New York and Co
Black wood bangles- swap meet special :)
Elastic Head band(s)- Goody (I think)
Earrings- Black "BLING" XL (Yours truly)
http://www.etsy.com/listing/76964936/sale-basketball-wives-celebrity-inspired

***ALL ITEMS PURCHASED and/or MADE BY ME***

Friday, December 16, 2011

Ampro Pro Styl Olive Oil Gel

OK, so if you follow me on YouTube, I mentioned a few times that I LOVE my "Black Gel" aka Ampro Pro Styl Protein Gel..........

Watch this vid http://youtu.be/WsHpX3r0Jno

Watch this vid http://youtu.be/B7f3ZhTvDGY

SO TODAY, I opened an email from CurlyNikki, with this announcement:



Ok, so I am NOT your typical gel person. AT ALL. I prefer serums if I need some type of anti-frizz. You will never see me use a gel when I wear my hair "down", and that's because gel is usually for some kind of "hold", and since my hair is so fine, the hold I get from using gel ends up looking more of a "crisp". Now, I LOVE my Aloe Vera gel, but from my "snatched" or "slicked down" style, I love my "black gel". I put ALOE VERA gel first, then put the "black gel" to give me a soft slick down look. I feel kinda DUMB for even CONTEMPLATING purchasing this gel because I have a HUGE, barely touched tub of Eco Styler ARGAN OIL gel,
I got this for $2.99 at Sallys



which BTW, I DO NOT like. Its WAY to thick, and the hold is WAY to hard. I understand its a 10 MAX hold, so I did cut Eco Styler a little slack :)

So, in a nutshell, I think I will purchase this Ampro Olive Oil gel, because they claim it is the "most moisturizing styling gel we’ve ever made" and  "our NEW Olive Oil Gel was specially formulated to meet the needs of consumers who wear their hair naturally and is also great for those who desire a hold without the hardness our protein gels provide". If it performs like my aloe-vera-gel-ampro-pro-style protein-gel mixture, then its a keeper!!

PS- other than NaturallyCurly.com, where can I buy this???????

:)


http://www.naturallycurly.com/curlproducts/view/7091/ampro-pro-styl-olive-oil-gel-styling-products-10-oz

Sunday, December 11, 2011

DIY Spiked Studded heels!!!!



Spike Heels are HAWT right now, and I wanted a pair, but without the price tag!! These heels were inspired by Ruthie Davis "Spikette" style, but this demonstration can be used to made additional styles as well (Sam Edelman Lorissa pump is another popular "spike" heel)
THANKS FOR WATCHING!!




Kim Kardashian in LUCKY Magazine
*******INFO*******
SHOES- Shoe-Dazzle "Vogue"
20% off first purchase- http://www.shoedazzle.com/invite/80udr9kpd
Shoedazzle VOGUE in Pewter- (BEFORE)
http://www.shoedazzle.com/invite/80udr9kpd


Original Ruthie Davis Deluxe "Spikette"


http://www.amazon.com/Ruthie-Davis-Spikette-Deluxe-Platform/dp/B005EG3LYW
Spikes:
I purchased mine in bulk via EBAY *SINOPETSUNION*
 (http://stores.ebay.com/SINOPETSUNION?_trksid=p4340.l2563)
However it took about a month to get, but you may purchase individual spikes via
http://www.studsandspikes.com/

DRILL:


Here's my DIY!!





I also made a few pairs as Christmas Gifts
I purchased these via UbranOG.com,
but you find them at different online retailers..
http://urbanog.com/Qupid-Tatum-01-Peep-Toe-Pump_114_17174.html
Qupid "Tatum" in Pewter
(BEFORE)


AFTER!!





DO's and DON'T(s)
HELPFUL HINTS :)

DON'T use a pair of heels that are super snug, or too small.

If you don't have a steady hand, DON'T use a FULLY CHARGED power drill. Its obviously
powerful, and it can cause your hand to slip. (TRUST ME; I had a huge "scar"on
my heels, that I had to cleverly cover)

DO create a pattern, I recommend putting the shoe on your foot, THEN creating a pattern.
That was you can figure out your foots/toe pressure points

DON'T put spikes and/or studs on your toe "cleavage(s), or toe knuckles, big
toe or pinky toe area. If you have bunions or corns, avoid those areas *Wink*
DO use the moleskin food padding.


I prefer the WALGREENS brand, they are thinner, you get three sheets, and CHEAPER!!!

DO- PICKUP after yourself!! DON'T leave around children and DON'T leave these on the floor. You may step on them, and STAB your foot (from personal experience!!!!)

EXTRA:
If you are using canvas, or a super thin pair of heels/pumps/shoe(s), you may want to check this out.....this device creates holes and grommets. I purchased one for future DIY projects....
I got this at JoAnns Fabrics, but I've seen them at MICHAELS Craft store
What I wore in this video-
SPIKE stretch bracelet in Gunmetal and Black I purchased from random NYC street vendors, however you can purchase them at various online boutiques. 

Earrings by YOURS TRULY:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/88452166/basketball-wives-celebrity-inspired



THANKS FOR WATCHING!!!




PS- The REAL Ruthie Davis and her FAB heels!!
http://www.garmental.com/features/article/ruthie_davis

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

GIVEAWAY TIME!!

Starting the Holiday Season with a
***********GIVEAWAY***********!!
See rules below.

Happy Holidays!!



*INFO INFO INFO*
Starting the Holiday Season with a Basketball Wives/ POParazzi inspired earring GIVEAWAY!! XOXO to all of my YouTube Friends!!GOOD LUCK and Happy Holidays!
RULES/ Instructions:
1). You have to be subscribed to MlleCafeAuLait
2). "LIKE" this video
3). "LIKE" my FACEBOOK (see link below)
4). Type "ENTER ME" in comment section. You may enter ONCE PER DAY
(Giveaway/ Contest will be open from 12/07/2011 through Monday 12/12/2011)
INFO INFO INFO*
-MY ETSY "Chic Boutique" http://www.etsy.com/shop/mllecafeaulait
-My FACEBOOK http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mlle-CafeAuLait/112461782156828
-My BLOG! http://www.MlleCafeAuLait.blogspot.com
-My TWITTER http://twitter.com/MlleCafeAuLait
Misc Info:
Lipstick- MAC "Sophisto" and MAC "Plum" lipliner
Nails- Million Dollar Red (can't remember the brand, SORRY)
*Accessories* - MlleCafeAuLait's CHIC BOUTIQUE
-Earrings: Southwestern Beauty Silver (Wearing in video) http://www.etsy.com/listing/86251482/basketball-wives-celebrity-inspired
Turquoise chip stretch bracelet- Yours Truly (Available upon request)

ALL ITEMS are MADE and/or PURCHASED BY ME.

                            *Giveaway Earrings*
                                                     
                                "MIDAS TOUCH" (1ST Place)
http://www.etsy.com/listing/85387695/basketball-wives-celebrity-inspired-gold

                                "PLATINUM PRINCESS" (2nd Place)
http://www.etsy.com/listing/80376887/sale-basketball-wives-celebrity-inspired

GOOD LUCK!!!!

Monday, November 28, 2011

CYBER-MONDAY SALE!!

Click here: http://www.ETSY.com/SHOP/MlleCafeAuLait


Enter CYBERMONDAY for 15% off  total purchase!!
                                                                    Happy Shopping!!


http://www.ETSY.com/shop/MlleCafeAuLait

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Friday, November 4, 2011

Necessity

COMPLETELY RANDOM, yet again
Uggs Over the Knee Bailey Button in Lotus Brown
http://www.uggaustralia.com/womens-over-the-knee-bailey-button-thigh-high-boots/3172,default,pd.html?dwvar_3172_color=BJCE&start=16&cgid=women-boots


I need these in my life. Over the knee AND leather. YES, I'm an UGG girl! But $350?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?  They come in Chestnut, Lotus Brown, Black, and Black Sparkles. Since I already have Black Snake Uggs, I'm gonna go with the "Lotus Brown"...it basically looks black, but with cool cream contrast. These will basically pay for themselves by how many time I will wear these, but still, $350!! I'll wait until BLACK FRIDAY to see if I can at least save twenty dollars............if any of you know any coupon codes with free shipping, hook me up!
:)


MAC BOOK woes.....

JUST ME VENTING

I must either be RETARDED or extremely LAZY, because I just cant seem to GRASP my new MACBOOK. PS- Did I mention already on this blog??? PROB NOT

OK, so early Sept 2011 (yes, as in 2 months ago) I purchased a new MACBOOK PRO :)



But every time I go to, say....edit a YT video or edit some pictures, I find myself running to my good ol' VAIO, because this MACBOOK is just taking too long and I don't have the patience to learn. It seems like the WHOLE WORLD is in love with APPLE in general, but I just don't get it. My very first laptop was the UBER TRENDY Orange IBOOK, so my new MAC isn't completely foreign, but as far as editing "stuff", it just isn't the same.  IS there some kind of MACBOOK FOR DUMMIES online site where I can just skim over the basics, sorta like "Cliffnotes-for-the-LAZY"?? Now that the excitement has wore off, I keep think to myself "I could have gotten 2 pairs of Christian Louboutin heels, or least one FAB pair instead......"
POINTLESS BABBLING.
Thanks for reading
:)

Monday, October 31, 2011

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!



I know, I know.....I've been MIA on the "BLOG" home front :)

Anyone doing anything fun this Halloween?? Well, not me; (it's going to be) a super busy day tomorrow (well TODAY), so I will be POOPED for Halloween this year. I wanted to be STORM from XMEN, but all of the Halloween plans went down the toilet, so I figure I'll be productive and, what else.....stock up on earrings :)

OFF TOPIC, earlier this month I went to the Tim Burton exhibit at LACMA, and now it seems as if I am obsessed ALL OVER AGAIN with the Nightmare Before Christmas. SO, watching that be the highlight of my night. If anyone CARES :(
SAD, I know, but NOT NEXT YEAR!!!!Hopefully I'll be in NYC doing something FAB!

PS- Any LA-ers looking for last minute Halloween plans, check it out:)
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
http://www.lacma.org/art/exhibition/tim-burton

or SANTA MONICA BLVD always works!!

                                                             HAPPY HALLOWEEN :)


(PS- AWESOME-NESS "STORM" tutorial via YouTube-er AndreasChoice)

Saturday, September 24, 2011

ETSY "Chic Boutique" WEEKEND SALE!!!!

ETSY "CHIC BOUTIQUE" WEEKEND SALE!!

http://www.ETSY.com/shop/MlleCafeAuLait


Well, it looks like summer 2011 has come and gone, and now it is officially FALL!! What better way to celebrate the first few days of Fall, but with a FALL SALE!! I've added new markdowns to my BASKETBALL WIVES, "Poparazzi"inspired earrings, but I included a little somethin' EXTRA for this WEEKEND ONLY!! Some items up to $40% off! Happy Shopping!!


http://www.ETSY.com/shop/MlleCafeAuLait

*Sale items are as marked. Sale applied to instock items only.
(IE- No customizations or "reservations".)

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

BadHairDay Feature!!

Well, not my hair LOL, but my ETSY "Chic Boutique" Gold Diamond "Hula Hoops" were featured! I had NO IDEA, so this was an AWESOME surprise!! Her pictures were so awesome, they just took my breath away!!  Not to mention, the blog itself is FAB and right up my alley! *NEW FOLLOWER ALERT!*
(Ridiculously FAB, I might add!) Photo courtesy of badhairday.blogspot.com

Photo courtesy of BadHairDay.blogspot.com

SPECIAL thanks to Tierra at BadHairDay!
BAD HAIR DAY meaning:

Bad Hair Day ........

 "Not bad meaning bad but bad meaning good"

I LOVE IT
:)

http://baddhairday.blogspot.com/2011/09/basketball-wives-inspired-earrings.html