I won’t lie: I love things. Not in the consumer sense where I just can’t get enough buying new stuff, but in the opposite, collecting sort of way. I enjoy surrounding myself with beautiful things that mean something to me aesthetically, and have a special folder for images of others’ favorite things.
You know how we have a uni-carton? Well, now we have a uni-shipper as well!
When I started this line, I wanted to bring a vision to life. A makeup line that’s not just bright, but quality and FUN – something that’s been missing in cosmetics for a long time. This vision took me on a glittering journey of pudgy purple tubes, blue lipsticks and sparkly unicorns. One thing I was never happy about was our ‘opening experience’. The box Lime Crime goodies came in was ok, but it wasn’t anything special – and here at Lime Crime we don’t believe in treating our customers anything but! The way I see it, if it’s going to be something you guys eagerly await and bug your mail man every day about, it better be damn special!
And so I designed something that I myself would love to receive in the mail – something that squeals “GLEE!!!” before you even open the box! All orders placed on limecrimemakeup.com are shipped in these from now on!
You bet I design on lime paper! ;)
Uni shipper and its prototype
What you’ll find inside the uni-shipper…
Deerlings: what do you think? Is there anything else you’d like to see inside our uni-shipper?
Wacky Tea Party was a blast! One of the reasons I love cupcakes is because they can be as individual as each one of my friends. It doesn’t happen every day that hair stylists, marketing gurus, dancers, puppeteers, musicians, and financial analysts get together in the same room. Wacky Tea Party was an experiment to allow these people to mingle, while doing something enjoyable and simple like making a cupcake.
Our cupcakes *squee!*
Everyone got along extra-fabulously, and the cupcakes came out simply magical! Each guest was encouraged to create one that reflected the most gleeful part of their personality. :)
Mela & I have similar personalities. Can you tell by our cupcakes??
Leon’s Designer Cupcake (cause he’s a fashion designer)
Thank you everyone for coming! Special thanks to Mela, Erica and my mom for helping me pull it off. Those of you who couldn’t make it this time, don’t worry: there will be more of these in the future! xoxo
It’s hard to believe that shoes started out as a necessity. Animals skins and later fabric were wrapped around feet to protect them from sharp rocks. Today, shoes are a convenience, an accessory, a hobby. Women (and some men) admire, and worship shoes, myself being no exception.
Some women collect jewelry, I prefer shoes. I am constantly on the look-out for the next perfect pair! My recent acquisition are Jeffrey Campbell’s Tick shoes: when I saw those tack-covered silver heels, I knew I had to have them. I have many uncomfortable high heels (in which I willingly suffer for beauty), but these are quite comfortable – in spite of significant height (5″), I could walk in them all day.
There are several shoe trends that stick out to me at the moment. I’m seeing a lot of scaley, rhinestone and hardware-adorned shoes. Like these Swarovski-encrusted Louboutin heels, spikey Lousie Goldins for TopShop and these Alexander McQueen beauties, as seen on Lady Gaga!
Shoes Make History
Tiny Victorian shoes (humans feet used to be much smaller)
Italian-born French queen Catherine de Medici is often credited with popularizing the modern high-heel shoe in 1533 for fashion, as well as to offset her very small stature.
By the time of her ouster in 1986, Filipino First Lady Imelda Marcos had amassed a collection of over 2700 pairs of shoes according to Time magazine (she later claimed to ‘only have 1060 pairs’). By comparison, according to an earlier poll, over a hundred readers of this blogazine own 100+ pairs!
The Shoe is Mightier than the Sword: 1960: At a United Nations conference the shoe becomes a geo-political force when Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev angrily bangs his shoe against a conference table to protest against a speech by Filipino delegate Lorenzo Sumulong.Historians remain divided as to whether the shoe in question was a loafer or wingtip.
“Stiletto” takes its name from the Italian for a type of dagger. A Stiletto heel is generally any heel above 3.5 inches.
The world’s most expensive shoes? In 2003 Stuart Weitzman created a pair of shoes inspired by the shoes worn in ‘The Wizard of Oz’ by Judy Garland. Woven with thread of platinum and studded with 642 rubies, the price tag on the world’s most expensive shoes knocked the world’s socks off at $1.6 million USD. In 2004 Stuart Weitzman upped the ante, creating the ‘Cinderella Slippers’ which featured 565 platinum-set diamonds. The ultra-bling shoes retailed for a reasonable 2 million USD.
The world-record for the tallest high-heel shoe is 16 inches. These shoes also hold the world record for the quickest way to break an ankle. Now there’s a surprise!
Shoe Blogging
Jane Aldridge of Sea of Shoes
Believe it or not, some people have built followings and made careers by simply blogging about shoes. Jane Aldrige of Sea of Shoes started out as a shoe blogger and ended up designing her own line for Urban Outfitters. Imelda The Despotic Queen of Shoes is known for posting the most outrageous pairs you’ve ever seen. I bet neither of those ladies could go A Day Without Shoes. ;) Which shoes bloggers do you read?
Shoes + Desert??
There is definitely some kind of a mysterious connection between footwear and desert. If you figure that one out, I’m all ears!
Even the French used to say that champagne “should be drunk straight from a beautiful lady’s slipper”. Hm, not sure about that one…
And of course, Sophia Coppola’s Marie Antoinette loved any combination of shoes & cakes!
Marie Antoinette – “Cakes & Shoes”
Sabina writes: “My dream shoes would be very Victorian. They would have a spindly 4-inch heel, an almond capped toe, and lace up my ankles. The shoes would be black leather, beaten with soles that were electric purple with roses and vines crawling up them.”
Cinderella is the most shoe-centric story of all times. It was widely believed that in Charles Perrault’s version, Cinderella wore fur boots (“pantoufle en vair”), and that when the story was translated into English, vair was mistaken for verre (glass), resulting in glass slippers. It took them 300 years to re-claim their rightful glamor as… Uggs.
A classic 1994 Mentos commercial shows a woman finding a creative solution to a broken heel. :)
DIY is not something most people think of when it comes to footwear. But check out StudioJellyfish, who paints shoes beautifully! There are many more Etsy sellers who spend their days re-painting shoes – now that’s a job I would love!
If you’re a fan of rockabilly, you must check out the amazing shoes at Iron Fist (via Amy).
“People always tell you to put your best foot forward, right? Well what better way to do so than to have dazzling, eye catching shoes on your feet? Whether they are stilettos, sneakers, flip flops, wedges, or any other type of shoe, I personally believe in giving your tootsies the royal treatment and wearing shoes that make you smile.” – Mandi Wasmer, pearlsandapistol
Deerlings: What is your favorite pair of shoes? If you could design your own shoe, what would it be?
Humans kept animals as pets for thousands of years. We love their companionship, ability to reduce stress and protect us. This issue of Weekly Glee is dedicated to our furry friends!
Celestial Goldfish
Bianca S. says: “The Celestial goldfish is so called because their eyes are permanently fixed upwards, as if they’re always stargazing. Although lots of people think they are grotesque, I love this breed! I always seem to choose odd things; from my clothes, to my taste in food, and now to my pets, I always feel a kinship with the unusuals. I saw him at the store and knew immediately that he was the one. When I look down at him in his tank, his eyes seem so plaintive and pleading that I can’t help but squeal with delight! He’s got the “puppy dog eyes” down perfectly! Who knew a $7 goldfish could bring such joy?”
The fluffiest cat breed is the Persian, and the least hairy is the Sphynx (completely hairless!). Persians require daily grooming while Sphynxes can be often seen wearing clothes to stay warm. Some cats are born with extra toes and are called ‘Hemingway cats’ or Polydactyl (scroll down for pictures!).
Pets in history
A dog was “King” of Norway for three years during the 11th century AD. The Norwegian king, angry that his subjects once deplored him, put the dog on the throne and demanded that it be treated like royalty.
According to a legend, the dog Hachiko waited for his master every day in front of Shibuya Station in Japan, and continued to do so for years even after his master passed away. In honor of his loyalty a bronze stature of his likeness was erected at Shibuya Station. (via Arika)
The Prophet Muhammad was definitely a cat guy. When his cat, Muezza, fell asleep on his sleeve, he cut the cloth rather than wake the cat — he couldn’t bear to disturb it. In ancient Egypt, if a house cat died, the owners shaved off their eyebrows as a sign of mourning.
Exotic Pets
Some people have a penchant for the unusual and are drawn to exotic pets. ‘Exotic’ here doesn’t necessarily mean from exotic continents but rather non-traditional pets, anything other than cats, dogs or horses.
Jessica E. says: “My sweet baby Fennec Fox, Sophie, gives me and my boyfriend daily glee! She acts like a mix between a dog and a cat; bathing herself like a cat, and occasionally barking like a dog. She also likes to dig in everything she can get her paws on, and will gladly steal your food right out of your hand, like the fox she is. She is definitely a unique and wonderful animal!” More Sophie as she chases a button, burrows and gives kisses, on YouTube!
If you are considering an exotic pet, make sure they are legal in your area. Here’s how to find out.
Melissa’s bunny, Pixel
Melissa shares a few facts about bunnies:
They are cuddlers. Ever hear about the pancake bunny? People thought that was cruel of his owner to do to put things on his head, but the truth is bunnies are natural cuddlers and will associate the light pressure on their head with cuddling. I’ve tested this on Pixel with tiny plush toys – she’ll stay put until the thing topples over!
They make their nests with their own fur, so if you have a female bunny they tend to shed a LOT in the winter/spring transition.
When bunnies are happy, they tend to binky. A binky is when the rabbit runs and then jumps into the air in a cute little twist. (Guinea-pigs do a similar thing and it’s called ‘popcorning’!).
Bunnies can purr! It sounds kind of like their teeth are grinding, but when you pet a bunny the way they like it, it’s actually a purr.
Bunnies can see almost 360 degrees around them, but they have a blind spot below their nose.
I posted this before, but it’s worth watching again & again & again!
Who knew that baby rats could be so cute?! Mara says: “Illyria is my pet rat that I got as a Christmas present from my best friend 2 years ago. Rats have a really bad reputation for being dirty and unfriendly creatures, but over the past 6 years I’ve owned over 10 and they are the most intelligent and friendly animals! I trained Illyria to go for walks with me: she will sit in the hood of a sweatshirt and come along for the ride, occasionally poking her head out to squeak in my ear.”
Pet Ownership
Do you own your pets? Legally, absolutely. You are responsible for providing adequate care and if somebody chooses to steal your pet, you can run after them screaming, “Hey! That’s my cat you’ve got!” However, most people who truly love their animals hardly consider them property. They prefer to call themselves ‘guardians’, ‘caretakers’, or even insist that their pets own them! (If you have a cat, you’ll understand.)
Several communities have tried to change the general mindset regarding pets by passing “pet companionship laws.” San Francisco, CA, passed a law officially recognized “pet guardians” as opposed to “pet owners.” Similar laws are on the books in San Diego, CA, Berkeley, CA, and in the state of Rhode Island. In 1993, legislation was introduced in the State of Colorado which would recognize pets as companions, rather than property.
Speaking of responsible pet ownership: some have argued that dying your dog’s fur constitutes animal cruelty. What are your thoughts on that? In my opinion, if done right (i.e., your dog doesn’t object being bathed and fussed over), it can be a harmless way for you and your dog to have fun together! After all, you dye your hair, so why can’t Fluffy be pretty in pink? :) You can pick up a tub of non-toxic, semi-permanent dye formulated especially for pets for $25.
Anthropomorphism
Anthropomorphism means attributing human traits to animals. Every dog or cat lover I’ve ever met can’t help but comment on how surprisingly human-like their pets are! I am no exception to the rule and find it especially endearing when my cats behave like little persons (remember the Fruit Cat?). Do your pets act like humans sometimes??
Check out this kitty – he eats at the table just like a person!
“A dog with a tail wagging, a kitten purring and a bird chirping. What do these pets have in common? Very likely the fact that they communicate positive feelings in their owners. Indeed, pets seem to have the power of making people happy.” - Janet Farricelli on How Pets Make People Happy
Deerlings: have any additions to this issue? Post them in this thread!
Next week’s theme: SHOES.
Would you sell your soul for a pair of shoes? Own an unusual pair or extremely ugly that you’re still wondering why you have? What would your dream shoe look like, if you could design it? Send in your confessions to weeklyglee @ gmail.com!
I'm a blogger, entrepreneur & makeup enthusiast from New York City. My cosmetic line, Lime Crime, specializes in bright lipsticks & eyeshadows. I was born in Russia and came to the US at the age of 17 to spread GLEE!
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