Snow White Kitty Daily Style Post!~

Snow White x Kitty inspired Daily Style! This hilarious shirt featuring Snow White characters with kitty faces was the first shirt I ever wanted from Romwe but it sold out before I had a chance to get it! Happy to say that they restocked and I was able to pick up one of these puppies! AND a matching seven dwarves ring! Perfect!

Outfit Rundown:

Hair: Gothic Lolita Wigs Black Bob

http://www.gothiclolitawigs.com/straight-bob-black/

Bow: Handmade by Alexa

Lashes: Dolluxe All Dolled Up & Underlash B

http://www.dolluxe.com/4-all-dolled-up-3-pack/

http://www.dolluxe.com/8-underlash-b-3-pack/

See my tutorial of how to wear this lash combo here:

http://alexapoletti.blogspot.com/2013/04/dolluxe-all-dolled-up-and-underlash-b.html

Contacts: HoneyColor Super Pinky Blue

http://www.honeycolor.com/super-pinky-blue.html

Shirt: Romwe "Snow White" Color Block Shirt

http://www.romwe.com/snow-white-color-block-tshirt-p-58500.html?alexapoletti

Ring: Romwe Seven Dwarves Double Finger Ring

http://www.romwe.com/seven-dwarfs-doublefinger-ring-p-75311.html?alexapoletti

Bracelet: Handmade by Alexa

Skirt: eBay

Tights: eBay 

(ebay seller jill_punkxloli. They are Tokyo Vogue stockings, but they don't seem to have that pattern any more.)

Wedges: eBay

Post by Alexa Poletti.

xoxo

Daily Style Post + Happy Holidays from Alexa!

Hi style junkies!!! I AM FINALLY HOME from my two month adventure and I am so so so so sooooo happy to be back! I've hugely missed chatting with all of you adorable people and being able to share my outfits and weirdo style with you all. 

Tomorrow is Christmas eve!! Since I have been off in wonderland for the last two months, I've not yet started my Christmas shopping!! YIKES! Off I go to the stores~ Enjoy my creepily festive holiday outfit!! 

Outfit Rundown:

Santa Hat: Target

Hair: Rockstar Wigs Godiva Collection in Black

http://www.rockstarwigs.com/godiva/godiva-black.html

Lashes: Dolluxe All Dolled Up

http://www.dolluxe.com/4-all-dolled-up-3-pack/

See my tutorial on how to wear these here:

http://alexapoletti.blogspot.com/2013/04/dolluxe-all-dolled-up-and-underlash-b.html

Contacts: Pinky Paradise Super Size Nudy in Green

https://www.pinkyparadise.com/Geo-Super-Size-Nudy-Green-p/a1-xch623.htm&Click=90989

See my review of these contacts here: 

http://alexapoletti.blogspot.com/2013/08/circle-lens-review-pinky-paradise-geo.html

Top: ROMWE Modern Skeleton Print Long Sleeved Sweatshirt

http://www.romwe.com/romwe-modern-skeleton-print-longsleeved-red-sweatshirt-p-78690.html?alexapoletti

(I altered it to fit me snugly. It comes as a loose hanging sweatshirt. & FYI: The hat and scarf are fuzzy AND the dangling part of the scarf is free-hanging and you can play with it!!  XD)

Instagram: @alexapoletti

Leggings: ROMWE Vertical Stripe Black/White Leggings

http://www.romwe.com/romwe-vertical-stripe-blackwhite-leggings-p-48671.html?alexapoletti

Boots:  T.U.K. Red Leather Combat Boots

http://www.hottopic.com/hottopic/Girls/Shoes/Boots/T.U.K+Red+Leather+Combat+Boots-726596.jsp

Post by Alexa Poletti.

Happy Holidays, cuties!!~ Talk to you soon! xoxo

SATANICAT Daily Style Post!~

Today's Daily Style is heading to the dark side!~ MEOW!

Devil Horns: eBay
inactive shop

Hair: Gothic Lolita Wigs Neo Classic in Turquoise

http://www.gothiclolitawigs.com/neo-classic-collection-turquiose/

Lashes: Dolluxe All Dolled Up x Underlash B

http://www.dolluxe.com/4-all-dolled-up-3-pack/

http://www.dolluxe.com/8-underlash-b-3-pack/

See my review of this lash combo here:

http://alexapoletti.blogspot.com/2013/04/dolluxe-all-dolled-up-and-underlash-b.html

Contacts: CosLense i.Fairy Ash Green

http://coslense.com/ifairy-ash-green/

Sweater: ROMWE Satan Cat Print Long Sleeve Black Sweatshirt

http://www.romwe.com/romwe-satan-cat-print-long-sleeve-black-sweatshirt-p-76841.html?alexapoletti

Leggings: Discontinued ROMWE leggings

Check out ROMWE's huge collection of other leggings here~

http://www.romwe.com/apparel-leggings-c-38_45.html?alexapoletti

Boots: Charlotte Russe

Post by Alexa Poletti.

xoxoxo

LAME Kawaii Daily Style Post *u*

Today's Daily Style is a pastel kawaii look!

DAILY STYLE LINKS:

Hat: KawaiiGoods.com Fuzzy Deco Bear Hat

http://www.kawaiigoods.com/cutesite2/product_info.php?cPath=361&products_id=1917

Hair: Gothic Lolita Wigs Long Blended Babydoll in Pink/Blue

http://www.gothiclolitawigs.com/long-blended-babydoll-lolita-pink-blue/

Straightened using this method:

http://alexapoletti.blogspot.com/2013/09/how-to-straighten-synthetic-wig-using.html

Lashes: Dolluxe Lashing Out Loud x Underlash B

http://www.dolluxe.com/1-lashing-out-loud/

http://www.dolluxe.com/8-underlash-b-3-pack/

Contacts: EyeCandy's GEO XTRA Morning Glory Grey

http://www.eyecandys.com/geo-xtra-morning-glory-grey/

See my review of these contacts here:

http://alexapoletti.blogspot.com/2013/08/circle-lens-review-eyecandyscom-geo.html

Top: ROMWE Lame Printed Pink Pullover

http://www.romwe.com/lame-printed-pink-pullover-p-71934.html?alexapoletti

Bracelets: Gothic Bimbo's Bubblegum Emporium

http://gothicbimbo.storenvy.com/

Watch: local thrift shop

Castle Ring: Sienna's Confectionery Fairy Tale Castle Ring

http://siennasconfectionery.storenvy.com/products/1282049-fairy-tale-castle-ring

See my review of this ring here:

http://alexapoletti.blogspot.com/2013/06/siennas-confectionery-handmade.html

Heart Ring: Gothic Bimbo's Bubblegum Emporium Queen of Kawaii Ring
http://gothicbimbo.storenvy.com/products/2120508-queen-of-kawaii-ring

Star Ring: Gothic Bimbo's Bubblegum Emporium
discontinued

Shorts: Forever 21

Socks: Unknown

Shoes: inactive eBay shop

Post by Alexa Poletti.

Have a cute day! :D

Creepy-Cute Skeleton Daily Style Post! Bones! Bones!

It's almost Halloween! >:3

Daily Style:

Devil Horns: eBay

inactive shop

Hair: Gothic Lolita Wigs Straight Bob Black/White 2-Tone

http://www.gothiclolitawigs.com/straight-bob-two-tone-black-white/

Bone clip: KawaiiGoods.com

http://www.kawaiigoods.com/cutesite2/product_info.php?products_id=2004

Heart Crossbones Clip: tokidoki

Lashes: Dolluxe All Dolled Up & Underlash B

http://www.dolluxe.com/4-all-dolled-up-3-pack/

http://www.dolluxe.com/8-underlash-b-3-pack/

See my review of this lash combo here:

http://alexapoletti.blogspot.com/2013/04/dolluxe-all-dolled-up-and-underlash-b.html

Contacts: EyeCandy's GEO (XTRA) Morning Glory Grey

http://www.eyecandys.com/geo-xtra-morning-glory-grey/

See my review of these lenses here:

http://alexapoletti.blogspot.com/2013/08/circle-lens-review-eyecandyscom-geo.html

Bat Necklace: Crunchy Sushi Day

https://www.etsy.com/listing/166673045/csd-polymer-clay-bat-necklace-creepy

(Use code "Harry15" for 15% off!)

Sweater: Sequined Skeleton Broken White Jumper

http://www.romwe.com/sequined-skeleton-broken-white-jumper-p-74696.html?alexapoletti

Shorts: Target

Socks: SockDreams Kawaii Skeleton Over-the-knee Socks

http://www.sockdreams.com/products/kawaii-skeleton-over-the-knee

Shoes: Converse Chuck Taylor Classics All Black

Post by Alexa Poletti.

xoxo

66Umbrella Spooky Handbag Review | Handmade Purse Product Review | Daily Style Post

Happy October!!

Fall is FINALLY here! Time to celebrate my favorite month and holiday with Halloween-themed reviews all month! Stay tuned for products from creepy shops, costume lenses, makeup tutorials, & more!

We are kicking off October with a little something from 66Umbrella. I mean, Brianne's store slogan is "Where every day is Halloween!"... so... like... was there even any other choice?

My path first crossed with Brianne when I was celebrating 10,000 fans on my Facebook page back in December of last year. I was hosting an alternative fashion giveaway, and Brianne (going by her artist name BloodVain at the time) was a sponsor!

Do any long-time fans remember these? 

Anyway, Brianne went on to open a handmade handbag shop called 66Umbrella, which is why we are here today. After she emailed me for review, I gave her a shop a looksie and I knew I had to have one of these bags! The bag that initially hooked me was this right here:

You can find it HERE.

I love love love the spiderweb flap and the bow. My only concern with it was that, because of the colors, I wouldn't be able to carry it as often as I would like to. Green is a difficult color to match to things. I asked if there was any chance that I could have that exact design with a more neutral base. Boy... did she deliver. NOT ONLY did she say that she was happy to make a custom bag for me, but gave me neutral-toned fabric options for the base and the bow of the bag! How amazing is that!

Once I saw the first print, I knew I had to have it. After some seriously quick shipping (2 days!), my handmade, personalized, 66Umbrella bag was in my hands.

Time to open it up!

The contents!

A cute handwritten note from Bri on some adorably creepy stationary!

Bri's business card. It has a punched-out umbrella!!

And of course, the purse! It was wrapped so neatly, it was like having a purse inside a purse! High five on the packaging, 66Umbrella! 

I tried not to mess up the packaging because it was so pretty, but my eagerness to get to the bag overcame me. RIP cute packaging.

But hellooooo new bag!

It is truly perfect!

I LOVE the way it came out. *cries with happiness*

Just look at the amazing spiderweb print!

Front & back with the flap open. Don't you love it?!

The top secures with a snap. :3

It's a snap! ....get it?

The straps are held on like this:

Very sturdy!

It even has a 66Umbrella label! So awesome! 

Let's check out some close-ups of this killer fabric.

Can you tell I'm obsessed?!

Want to see a quick video demo of the purse? Would you guys like to see products in live action more often?

Tell me what you think! 

I love it so much that I decided to use it to inspire today's Daily Style post! Happy October 1st!

Outfit Rundown

Hair: RockStar Wigs Godiva in Black
http://www.rockstarwigs.com/godiva/godiva-black.html#.UkszhWTwLgU

Lashes: Dolluxe Lashing Out Loud

http://www.gothiclolitawigs.com/1-lashing-out-loud-3-pack/

Contacts: See Clear // EyeStylez Doll Eyes Black

http://eyestylez.com/stylez/beauty/circle-collection/doll-eyes-black.html

See my review of this product here:

http://alexapoletti.blogspot.com/2013/09/circle-lens-review-see-clear-contacts.html

Sweater: ROSS

Corset: eBay (it's cheap and flimsy.. don't expect it to actually cinch or anything!)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Skull-Relief-Faux-Leather-CORSET-Goth-M-Bustier-Motorcycle-Particular-WC-g8056-t-/121184634018?pt=US_Corsets_Bustiers&hash=item1c372ac4a2

Underbust Corset: eBay (also cheap. Connects with Velcro, which is comical for a "corset"... But great for accenting clothing. I bought it in all five colors!)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Womens-Lace-Up-Front-Velcro-Elastic-Underbust-Bustier-Lingerie-Bodyshaper-Corset-/290958943529?pt=US_Corsets_Bustiers&var=&hash=item43be812529 

Skirt: 3 small tutus stacked on top of each other.

Tights: eBay (Not positive exactly where, but this link looks right!)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Womens-Girls-Sexy-Spiderweb-Net-Stocking-Pantyhose-Tights-Fishnet-Black-Color-H3-/200968666646?pt=US_CSA_WC_Hosiery_Socks&hash=item2ecaaa7e16

Shoes: ROSS

Purse: 66UMBRELLA!

http://www.etsy.com/au/shop/66Umbrella

Bracelet: Love Culture (retired style)

http://www.loveculture.com/jewelry-bracelets

Necklace: eBay (Not sure exactly which shop, but you can find cool ones all over eBay!)

http://www.ebay.com/bhp/skull-cameo-pendant

Post by Alexa Poletti.

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I hope you enjoyed today's review and Daily Style post!! Remember to check out these links for cool stuff:

66Umbrella's Shop

http://www.etsy.com/shop/66Umbrella

Let 66Umbrella know what you think on her Facebook page here:

66 Umbrella on Facebook

& find more of me here:

Alexa Poletti

To have your shop reviewed, email me here:

AlexaPolettiOfficial@gmail.com

with the subject "*Shop Name* Product Review"

Thanks for reading! 

How to Straighten a Synthetic Wig Using the Hot Water Method | Daily Style Post

Hey guys! Today I want to do something a little different. Tutorial time!

A few months ago, I decided that I wanted to straighten my red Empress wig from Rockstar Wigs. Having always relied on my flat iron, I sat down to watch a movie and straighten a super curly wig on low heat. For this method, you need a hair straightener and more patience than I have. 

After nearly two hours, it looked like this:

Not bad, but not as straight as I had wanted. I would hold the straightener on the ends as long as I dared and they still curled despite my efforts. When straightening high temp synthetic wigs (like wigs from Gothic Lolita Wigs and RockStar Wigs), you have to be really careful not to melt the fibers because there is no way to get them back once they are damaged from heat.

Fast forward to September. I pulled my Empress wig out of the bag that I store it in and... Wtf! It's curly again!!! Noooo! So much effort wasted!  How is this even possible?! 

Time to try another method. I had always heard of the hot water method but had never tried it myself. Now I will never straighten any other way. It is soooo easy! 

First, grab a tripod or some sort of stand that you will be able to attach your foam head to that will allow your wig to hang completely straight when wet. When I thought of using my regular tripod, I got nervous about drenching it in hot water. However, being a photographer, I fortunately have spare tripods laying around. I picked my cheapest tripod (I think it was like $15USD) for my hot water tester tripod. I'm sure the water wouldn't damage a tripod but I didn't want to take the risk with my nicer one.

Turn the handle of the tripod straight up. It conveniently fits a foam head perfectly and securely. Insert the head onto the handle. 

Put the wig on the head. Attach with pins so it doesn't slide off the head during the process. Brush all the knots out of the wig with a wig brush or wide-toothed comb.

Put the tripod and wig in the bathtub. You'll be drenching the thing so you'll want to have it somewhere safe for water.

Fill a pot (or kettle, if you live somewhere that people have kettles XD) with water and put it on the stove. You'll want to keep an eye on it so the water gets hot, but not so hot that you will completely melt the wig. Between 180℉ and 185 is a good temperature.

I'm using a meat thermometer because I don't have a regular thermometer hahah.. Not even sure why I have this. I've been a vegetarian for ten years. Hahaha..  >.<

Once the water is at the ideal heat, say your final goodbye to your wig's curls.

You want to make sure the wig is completely soaked. It would be fine to just start with pouring the water over the top of the wig, but I quickly dipped the ends in the water and swished it around really fast to make sure they got wet. This particular wig style has two long pieces that are much longer than the rest of the wig, so that was a precaution I took to ensure the pieces got wet. 

Then you just pour the water over the top of the wig and watch the magic happen. The heat allows the fibers to be reshaped right before your eyes. Remember, the wig must hang completely straight for the wig to dry straight. It may take a few pots to get the wig completely soaked. I think I heated and poured three pots for this wig.

Never brush a wig when it's wet!!! You can mess up the fibers.

Then you just leave it alone and let it dry for a few hours. Allow the wig to dry fully before taking it off the stand. You don't want to risk messing it up because you're impatient. Maybe you can watch a movie or go get ice cream while you wait. :3

And then.... You revisit your wig a few hours later..... And behold... The straight beauty....

!!!!!!!!!!!!

It's soooo pretty when it's straight!!! The layers! They are amazing! It's like a totally different and new wig. 

Check out some before and after shots of the Rockstar Wigs Empress wig in Red. 

By the way, this wig is on clearance from Rockstar Wigs for $34.50. Get it before it's gone forever!!!

After straightening and falling in love with this wig all over again, I put this outfit together based around the wig. How about this for a Tutorial x Daily Style combo post?! 

Outfit Rundown

Hair: Rockstar Wigs Empress in Red

http://www.gothiclolitawigs.com/empress-collection-red/

Lashes: Dolluxe Lashing Out Loud x Underlash B

http://www.dolluxe.com/1-lashing-out-loud/

http://www.dolluxe.com/8-underlash-b-3-pack/

See my review of these under lashes here:

http://alexapoletti.blogspot.com/2013/04/dolluxe-all-dolled-up-and-underlash-b.html

Contacts: Pinky Paradise Super Size Nudy in Green

https://www.pinkyparadise.com/Geo-Super-Size-Nudy-Green-p/a1-xch623.htm&Click=90989

See my review of these contacts here: 

http://alexapoletti.blogspot.com/2013/08/circle-lens-review-pinky-paradise-geo.html

Necklace: Tobi Spike Gang Wrap Bracelet (worn as necklace)

http://www.tobi.com/product/47062-tobi-spike-gang-wrap-bracelet?color_id=61442

Top: Newbreed Girl Tokzilla Girls Tee (altered into a tank)

I don't think they sell this tee anymore, but they have the same print in a hoodie which I like even better!!! Hoodies are a girl's best friend.

http://newbreedgirl.com/hoodies/tokzilla-hoodie.html

Arm Band: Dollface Deconstruction (actually a hair piece)

http://www.etsy.com/shop/WreckingDolls

Cami: off brand/unknown

Shorts: off brand/unknown 

Sock: non-active eBay shop

Boots:  T.U.K. Red Leather Combat Boots

http://www.hottopic.com/hottopic/Girls/Shoes/Boots/T.U.K+Red+Leather+Combat+Boots-726596.jsp

Post by Alexa Poletti.

Watch out! We've got a tough guy over here! *growl*

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I hope you enjoyed this tutorial and Daily Style post! Are you going to straighten your wigs with the hot water method? I'd love to see your straight wigs in the comments or on my facebook page! xoxoxo

Daily Style!~ Bunny Bunny

Bunny Bunny!~

Ears: Target (Borrowed from Grace Valentine) 

Bow: Hypnotic Sweet Treats Oversized Melting Chocolate Bow in White

http://www.etsy.com/listing/130120950/princess-super-cute-over-sized-lolita?ref=shop_home_active

Hair: Gothic Lolita Wigs Daily Doll in Mint

retired

Lashes: Dolluxe Whiplash Attack x Underlash B

http://www.dolluxe.com/6-whiplash-attack-3-pack/

http://www.dolluxe.com/8-underlash-b-3-pack/

See my review of these under lashes here:

http://alexapoletti.blogspot.com/2013/04/dolluxe-all-dolled-up-and-underlash-b.html

Contacts: See Clear Twinkle Chocolate

http://eyestylez.com/stylez/beauty/circle-collection/twinkle-choco.html

See my review of these lenses here:

http://alexapoletti.blogspot.com/2013/09/circle-lens-review-see-clear-contacts.html

Top: off brand/unknown (thrift store find!)

2-way Bow: handmade

Skirt: LoveCulture.com Suspender Skirt in Mint

retired

Tights: Romwe Contrasting Bunny White Overknee Tights

http://www.romwe.com/contrasting-bunny-white-overknee-tights-p-62661.html?alexapoletti

Shoes: non-active eBay shop

I hope you like!~

Post by Alexa Poletti.