Hey you guys! So just a few things I want you to remember:
1. You NEED to have an idea of shipping costs before you start pricing product so that you can price things appropriately.
2. This info only applies to USPS, I do not ship with other companies.
3. Shipping in an envelope or bag will always be cheaper than a box. If you have a small box, ship it inside of a poly bag.
4. The smaller the packaging the cheaper the cost, so try to use the smallest envelope possible.
5. Flat Rate Boxes are best for heavy items!
The site I use to purchase Postage:
Pirateship.com
Postal Scale:
https://amzn.to/2BnX6Sp
Shipping Labels Name Brand:
https://amzn.to/3jurD2f
Shipping Labels (discount version)
https://amzn.to/2WMNXKA
The printer that I use:
Ink for the printer:
https://amzn.to/2WIGzzW
Free USPS Boxes and Envelopes:
https://amzn.to/2WIGzzW
thank You card envelopes:
https://amzn.to/2OPB7qw
Gold Thank You Stickers:
https://amzn.to/3jAbmJg
Pink Star Poly Mailers 10X13:
https://upaknship.com/designer-mailers-silver-stars-pink-poly-mailers-10x13.html
Plain Pink Poly Mailers 12 X 15.5:
https://upaknship.com/upak-pale-pink-12-by-15.html
Pink Bubble Mailers:
https://www.royalmailers.com/Colored-Poly-Bubble-Mailers/
Pink Metallic Bubble Mailers:
https://www.royalmailers.com/Metallic-Glamour-Bubble-Mailers/
Bulk Tissue Paper:
https://www.nashvillewraps.com/tissue-paper/gift-tissue-paper/p-45
Bulk Tissue Paper (large for wrapping clothes):
]]>Nothing to wear tshirt dress (size 24)
https://us.boohoo.com/plus-nothing-to-wear-t-shirt-dress/PZZ81427.html
Mens black and white track suit (size 5xl)
https://us.boohoo.com/big-and-tall-man-script-colour-block-tracksuit/MZZ16802.html
Mens snake print short set (Size 5XL)
https://us.boohoo.com/big-and-tall-baseball-shirt-and-short-set/MZZ20709.html
Sheer Polka Dot Button Down (Size 20)
https://us.boohoo.com/plus-sheer-polka-dot-oversized-shirt/PZZ70246.html
White Peasant princess off the shoulder top
https://us.boohoo.com/plus-bardot-woven-bodysuit/PZZ66752.html
Leopard Print T shirt maxi (size 22)
https://us.boohoo.com/plus-leopard-print-cap-sleeve-maxi-dress/PZZ63342.html
White puffed sleeve sweater dress (Size 24)
https://us.boohoo.com/plus-puff-sleeved-sweat-dress/PZZ45782.html
Leopard Print Tshirt Dress (Size 24)
https://us.boohoo.com/plus-leopard-jersey-tshirt-dress/PZZ62266.html
Blush Tshirt dress (Size 22)
https://us.boohoo.com/plus-oversized-t-shirt-dress/PZZ66686.html
Off the shoulder Leopard Maxi (Size 22)
https://us.boohoo.com/plus-leopard-off-the-shoulder-maxi-dress/PZZ62856.html
Red/Leopard Tshirt Dress (Size 22)
https://us.boohoo.com/plus-leopard-contrast-panel-t-shirt-dress/PZZ69028.html
Snake Print T shirt (Size 24)
https://us.boohoo.com/plus-snake-print-oversized-t-shirt/PZZ66736.html
3 pack skinny belt
https://us.boohoo.com/plus-3-pack-skinny-belt/PZZ75605.html
Gold Metal Belt
https://us.boohoo.com/plus-skinny-metal-waist-belt/PZZ69621.html
Double O Belt
https://us.boohoo.com/plus-gold-o-ring-boyfriend-belt/PZZ70055.html
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Below you will find my videotutorial for how I achieve a long lasting 12 hour foundation base using all drug store products. Here are all the products you will need to achieve a long lasting flawless foundation....
]]>Below you will find my videotutorial for how I achieve a long lasting 12 hour foundation base using all drug store products:
Here are all the products that I used:
Face:
Base Foundation: $12 Maybelline Superstay Foundation in 356
Foudation applied to cheeks to add radiance: $12 Loreal infallible Fresh wear foundation in 315
Contour: Maybelline Fit me Dewy Smooth in 360
Foundation Brush: Morphe JH03 Foundation Brush
Concealer:
$30 Too Faced Born this way concealer (the 1st)
$6 Loreal infallible concealer (2nd and 3rd)
Powders:
$6 Maybelline fit me setting powders in Medium under eyes and Dark on the rest of face
$6 Air spun translucent powders (Naturally neutral under eyes, Sun tan on face)
Bronzer: LA colors HD Pro Powder
Eyes & Cheeks:
Nicka K 9 pallete in Sugar plum
Lashes:
Lashed AF in style "Little Baby"
Lips:
Ruby Kisses Perfect precision liner in gingerbread/Brown
Wet N Wild color icon gloss in Aquarius
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If you've been following the blog for a while then you know that I'm all about the affordable niche. As a teacher and a business owner, there is pretty much nothing left over for lush at the end of the month - and so we must make do! Luckily for us, some of the major drug store brands have really stepped up their formulas in the last few years and can even give some department store brands a run for their money. You can pretty much make any drug store foundation last if you have a good primer and/or a great setting powder. If you are someone like me who likes to change formulas with the weather, the seasons, and depending on make up looks, then you may consider giving one of my favorites a try along with your best primer or setting powder!
Lo'real Day Wear:
Pro's: Long lasting Formula, Natural Matte Finish (not too dry), Light Weight, Fresh scent, Decent
Cons: Not enough dark/deep shades
Tips: Use with the Lo'real infallible full wear concealer!
Maybelline Superstay:
Pro's: Full coverage formula, natural matte finish
Cons: Can feel heavy on the skin
Tips: Bake this foundation to prevent separation, especially if you are oily!
Lo'real Infallible Pro Matte Foundation:
Pro’s: Ultra matte, full coverage, long lasting
Cons: Extremely limited shade range
Maybelline Fit Me:
Pro’s: Most affordable at walmart ($6.94). Best drug store shade range. Great for MUA starter kits.
Con’s: both formulas (dewy and matte) are oily.
Tips: Use with high quality mattifying setting powders to increase wear time!
NXY Can't Stop Won't Stop:
Pro’s: Full coverage. Great deep shade range.
Con’s: Can be drying, especially for dry skin. Does oxidize.
Tips: Apply in small sections and move quickly. Set with a True Tone or translucent powder to compensate for oxidation.
]]>Hope you all enjoy this quick styling haul I did with Vanity Rose Co ! You guys know I love showing you how you can stretch a few pieces into a whole 'lotta looks! You guys also know the links to the items are down below! ( the cheetah shirt sold out so I linked you to one of their new animal print styles)
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Hope you all enjoy this quick styling haul I did with Vanity Rose Co ! You guys know I love showing you how you can stretch a few pieces into a whole 'lotta looks! You guys also know the links to the items are down below! ( the cheetah shirt sold out so I linked you to one of their new animal print styles)
https://vanityroseandco.com/collections/vanity-curve/products/curve-wild-hearted-dress
https://vanityroseandco.com/collections/vanity-curve/products/kgl2-gnd7820-id-39211
https://vanityroseandco.com/collections/vanity-curve/products/hhf2-hh446-p-a-id-39197a
]]>Now, i'm not sure why 2 piece sets were ever not a thing, but here in the last year or so the resurgence of 2 piece sets has been insane! Not only are the athleisure sets still popular, we are seeing business sets, going out sets, - just all around sets taking over the net! You guys know that I am the queen of lazy bougie and so I love a good slay that doesn't require too much effort! With that being said, here are my top five places to find matching 2 piece sets..
Pros: Low Prices, Online selection usually better than in store
Cons: Cheap not long lasting materials,
(the army and mustard sets seen here can be found at rainbow here: https://www.rainbowshops.com/p/plus-size-cable-knit-crew-neck-sweater-3850062122225.html )
2. Lovely Wholesale
Pros: the most affordable trendy sets, low prices, great size rand
Cons: Forever shipping, boxy cuts
3. The KA Collection
Pros: Usually has sizes L-4x, fast shipping
Cons: fit can vary greatly per item
4. Fashion NovaPros: Lots and lots of options!, always a coupon available
Cons: higher prices, larger sizes get sold fast
Pros: Most consistent fabrics - high quality, size inclusive fabrics
Cons: higher prices, sells out fast, limited color ranges on certain pieces
5, Rebdolls
Pros: Most consistent fabrics - high quality, size inclusive fabrics
Cons: higher prices, sells out fast, limited color ranges on certain pieces
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Lovely wholesale has been good to us once again! In this video I talk a little bit more about the fits and fabrics so that you can get a better idea of what your buying! For the price, we are very satisfied! If your interested in any of the items they are linked below and be sure to use code "LUSHDIVA10" to save!
http://bit.ly/2kDtet6 (Lovelywhole site)
Lovely Casual Plaid Printed Black Ankle Length Plus Size Dress :http://bit.ly/2mcPTwu
Lovely Casual Flounce Design Blue Plus Size Pants : http://bit.ly/2lWYkMA
Lovely Casual Printed Blue Plus Size Two-piece Pants Set: http://bit.ly/2kkHRRI
Lovely Casual Snakeskin Pattern Printed Pink Plus Size Two-piece Pants Set : http://bit.ly/2lSKQkM
Lovely Casual O Neck Tie-dye Blue Plus Size Two-piece Pants Set: http://bit.ly/2kOm0Cu
]]>Lashes:
Lashes By Lush in style "Netflix & Phil"
Lash Duo brush on adhesive in clear
Brows:
Ruby Kisses Perfect Precision Liner (Color dark brown or chocolate touch)
LA Girls Pro Conceal in Color Fawn under eyebrow and under eye, Color chestnut above brow
Nicka K Smudge Brush to apply concealer
Face:
Maybelline Superstay Foundation :Color Coconut
Born this way Too faced concealer: Color Butterscotch
Loreal Infallible Daywear foundation Color 315
Maybelline Fit Me Foundation - Dewy Formula Color 360 (for contour)
Maybelline Fit Me Loose Powder Color Medium
La Girl Pro HD Powder Color Chestnut
Airspun Loose Powder in naturally Neutral (undereye)
Airspun Loose Powder in Suntan (entire face)
Eyes:
Ap Beauty Collection Essential Collection Pallete (used to eyes, blush and highlight)
Brushes:
Real Techniques Expert Face Brush
Real Techniques Beauty Blender
Lips:
Ruby Kisses perfect precision liner Color Gingerbread
Ebin Matte lipstick in "Nudist'
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So, when TomBoyX reached out to me to Collab, I had the general sentiment that I usually have when companies do: free stuff and an opportunity to create content. A win win for everybody. At this stage in my career I’ll pretty much Collab with most brands that aren’t fraudulent or misleading companies. So when the TomBoyX offer came in, I saw that they had cute items and they actually had my size, so I was here for it.
When I received my package this Tuesday, I was pleasantly surprised, The set I received not only fit true to size, the quality of the fabric, elastic, and print were ultra premium. For a big girl, this means, no shoulder marks from fabric digging into my shoulders; no dark marks on my thighs from chaffing, and no dog print that stretches out into buffalos.
As an influencer, it’s typical to receive many pitches for Collab’s for companies that we may not know. That makes it much more special when we do come across a brand we trust and that we can grow with!
I am so excited to see TomboyX’s upcoming collections and add this comfort brand to my list of preferred companies! Check them out for yourself using the link below!
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