This or That Tag

Hello my beauties, today I have a very different post than my usual Manicure Monday. I thought I would change it up a bit (I also don't have my nails done so I have no pictures to show you girls lol sorry!). Please let me know if you guys like these kinds of posts! 

I got tagged by Emma in the This and That Tag!! I've actually been wanting to do this in a video but I wasn't sure what the questions were. But now that I do here we go!

Hope you enjoy learning more about me!

Make up:

1. Blush or Bronzer- I've been using bronzer a lot more than blush lately, so I guess bronzer!

2. Lip gloss or lip stick - Lipstick, hands down! I hate lipgloss.

3. Eyeliner or mascara - Lately all I use is mascara (I've been trying to wear less makeup and for some reason I think that wearing eyeliner is too much. I don't like to look so different when I take off my makeup that my friends will be scared lol)

4. Foundation or concealer- I've been using concealer only. I'm not a fan of foundation.

5. Natural or Colored eyeshadow - I usually go for natural eyeshadow. But when I was younger I used a lot of colored eyeshadow. Guess I got it out of my system lol.

6. Pressed or loose eyeshadow - Pressed, so much less messier. I own a few loose shadows and they always get everywhere on my face and hands. Really annoying!

7. Brush or Sponge - Brush, always. 


Nails:

1.Opi or China Glaze- Neither, I prefer Essie.

2. Long or Short - I love long nails but once 1 breaks I have to start over. That's what I'm doing now.

3. Acrylic or natural - Natural nails, I've never had acrylic but I don't really like the thought of glueing something to my nail that can later rip off the nails.

4. Bright or dark- I love both for their respective seasons but I prefer bright colors.

5. Flower or no Flower - I've never done nail art (if that's what it's referring to). I am no artist when it comes to my nails so no flower.

Body:

1. Perfume or body splash- I love perfume but I haven't bought any in a long time. (Haven't found one I love).

2. Lotion or Body Butter- Lotion, I hate body butters.

3. Body wash or soap- Body wash just cause I love using my loafah.

4. Lush or Other - I've never tried lush or other body product brands. 

Fashion:

1. Jeans or Sweat Pants - Jeans, I don't own a pair of sweat pants.

2. Long sleeves or short sleeve? Well, most of my tops are sleeveless.

3. Dress or Skirt? Dresses! I own more dresses than skirts. 

4. Scarves or Hat- Scarves! They are so pretty and I hate anything that will make my head sweat.

5. Studs or dangling earrings- I own both but I wear mostly studs. Dangle earrings are too heavy.

6. Necklace or bracelet- Necklaces all the way! That has been my obsession for a long time.

7. Heels or flats-  Both as I wear both on a regular basis. 

8. Cowboy boots or riding boots - How about combat boots?

9. Jackets or hoodies - Jackets, they're so much more fashionable.

10. Forever 21 or Charlotte Russe-  Forever 21, of course!

Hair:

1. Curly or Straight- My hair is naturally curly but I like to curl it with the iron.

2.  Bun or Ponytail - If I put my hair up it's going in a bun!

3. Bobby pin or butterfly clips - bobby pins, though I'm always lossing them.

4. Hairspray or gel - Hairspray.

5. Long or short- It's of medium length at the moment but I'm trying to grow it long!

6. Dark or light-  My hair is pretty light brown right now. Trying to grow out the damaged tips.

7. Side swept bangs or fully bangs -  Side swept bangs, though they are short because I'm growing my fringe out.

8. Up or down- I like it both ways, down when I have it nice and done. Up when I'm having a bad hair day or it's hot outside.

Random:

1. Rain or shine- Definitely Shine!

2. Summer or winter- Both I can't decide!

3. Fall or spring- Both again except I like fall better.

4. Chocolate or Vanilla- Chocolate!

I hope you guys found this interesting and informative lol! It's very different from my usual posts :)

The people I tag are:
1. Marie from The Joy Of Fashion
2. Nat from RichNataliee
3. Charley from Rambling Of a beauty blogger
4. Paula from The Brantastic Life
5.  Michelle from Beauty life of Michelle

Anyone and everyone can do this tag so if you do comment below and paste your link or tweet me at Fashionqueen294

Fine, Long Hair

Hello Everyone! Many will think that this has nothing to do with fashion... You are totally wrong! Hair always complements an outfit and your face. Everytime a runway show happens, every model has a certain hairstyle, whether it's to potray a certain look or to just have it out of the way. But this is such a tricky aspect of our look. Why? Because sometimes we don't know what to do and how to style our own hair. In this "Hair Series" I will be talking mostly about fine, long hair because that's the kind of hair I have. Make sure to adjust any of these suggestions and tips to your own hair type and liking. By no means am I a professional. I simply would like to share my knowledge on how to style and maintain your hair. 

Fine and Long Hair:

To tell if you have fine hair you'll quickly notice that it is very thin and might get greasy/dirty looking quickly. Fine hair doesn't necessarily mean that it isn't volumized. For example, my hair is fine because of its texture and how thin it feels. I don't have super thick hair or coarse hair. 

Long is the length. 

How To Maintain Fine Long Hair:

Something that I learned and have applied is washing my hair every other day. I can't go three days without washing because it quickly gets dirty looking and bothers me so much! 

For now I am using Dove Intensive Repair Shampoo and Conditioner.

Another tip I learned is only using conditioner on the bottom of my hair, about three inches of it. Avoid your scalp since conditioner is used to moisturize and will grease up your roots instantly. 

I brush my hair as soon as I towel dry it and start from the bottom and work my way up to avoid knots and tangles. I also use a big paddle brush since it works so much better and doesn't pull my hair. 

Try to avoid using hot tools on your hair since it pulls your hair out and damages your hair aswell. 

I believe blowdrying is better for occasional purposes. 

Styles To Try On Long Hair/Ideas:

Long hair gives you the oppurtunity to try new hair styles. Here are a few ideas and photos on styles I liked the best.

Braids: Whether they are normal, french, fish bone, figure 8, to the side, in the back, waterfall ect ect.

There is a wide variety of braids that you can try out and a lot are simple that just require some practice.

Buns: Messy, sleek, really high or low. Buns and Top Knots help to get that super long hair up and out of the way and of your face. Especially great for those humid/hot days.

PonyTails: Another great way to get your hair out of your face.

Bangs: These can help give you a totally different look, but becareful since hair on your face usually makes you break out. Make sure to always clean your face every day.

Natural Hair Texture: Use your natural hair texture (straight, waves, and curls) to style your hair. Embrace what you have and don't try and change it. Instead enhance the look with hair accessories.

Hair Styles I Love:

Secrets To Looking Stylish

The Life Of A Fashion Queen Series:
Series #2

Secrets To Looking Stylish: Grooming

  For anyone who loves fashion and is obsessed as much as the next fashionista, it is inconcievable to look unstylish at any moment of our day. Every outfit we put on has to define our personality and the vibe we want to give off. We pride ourselves in looking good and we take our time so we feel good too! But putting together an impeccable outfit isn't always so simple. We may see others on the internet, our favorite blogger for example, who have these amazing outfits and they look beautiful no matter what they are wearing! It's almost outrages to see them going out in a casual tee and some skinny jeans but for some reason they look like a million bucks! We envy them and want to have that kind of talent as well. So let me tell you there is a way! Don't think it has anything to do with how much an item of clothing costs! It seriously doesn't. The real secret is in grooming. Yes! Grooming! What I mean is hair and make-up, if you have those two key parts of an outfit down packed then you are set for life.

Let's break down a few key categories I think are the most important ones when prepairing and outfit.

Hair:

Hair defines who we are and is something we are constantly changing every day, every moment. An easy way to stand out instantly is through our hair! Whether it's our hair cut, color, or style it identifies us as individuals. In that case, we should always take care of it and not torture it too much with heated tools or treatments. Take care of your hair and treat it right.
    When we start off our day we should style our hair flawlessly or as much as possible. It's not always easy and takes a lot of practice! We don't all have our own hair stylist at the ready to beautify us every morning, so we must learn from our youtube friends. Once you've managed those locks you'll feel like your outfit is already taking form, in just moments you begin to transform into your stylish self.


Make-up:

This is another important key to pulling your outfit together and over the edge of ordinary! When we add just a little bit of natural looking make up to inhance our beautiful features it gives you a more polished look. If you love your eyes concentrate on that specific portion of your face, add eyeliner or just mascara to line your eyes and define them. If you want to add a neutrual eye shadow like brown tones or beiges. Learn all you can about the colors and shapes that work the best for you skin tone and eye shape it will help out a lot if you are wearing make up that looks natural and isn't unflattering.
   If you prefer your lips then make sure to choose a shade that also complements your skin color and goes with the outfit you are wearing. You can even play up your cheeks and add a bit more blush or bronzer to make them look contoured. In the end it's all about completing the look you are going for. Most of the time we prefer to use make up to inhance our natural beauty so don't forget to just add a little at any moment to give you just a boost of confidence.

Fashionista on a Budget:
   
When grooming you don't have to use so much money on products, here are a few tips on how to save:

*Hair is a major up keep for any one who loves healthy looking hair. You need to go get a hair cut or trim every 3 months so it can stay healthy and strong. If the salon is costing too much consider cutting your hair yourself or going to a friend who knows how to cut hair. There are also Beauty Schools that are training students and you can get a pretty cheap cut there.

*If you color treat your hair consider doing it at home if you are comfortable with that techinique. Also, I've recently learned that you do not need to buy super expensive shampoo and conditioner to keep your hair soft and silky after treating it. What you need is a good moisture cream for styling it after. Avoid using heated tools which can dry hair and create split ends. Try a natural hairstyle, braids or headbands.

*Make-up is pretty much all the same. Find one that doesn't irritate your skin or dry it. Drug store products for mascara and lipsticks are fine. But find a good quality fondation. Basic make up products are: eyeliner, mascara, a few lipsticks, blush, bronzer, foundation, concealer, and face cream.

Here are a few pictures of day and night make up.

Leave a comment below if you have found any helpful tips or products that are worth trying!
Live a stylish life!


   In the next series I will talk about how to be stylish with accessories!


 Here are pictures of how Gaga works her colored hair and looks beautiful. Her make up is also very simple and fits her look.