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Han Solo Bound for Galaxy’s Edge

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OK, so we got a reservation for Galaxy’s Edge coming up, and cannot be more excited!

Our first thoughts go to, “What to wear?”, naturally.

My closet shopping expedition was very fruitful, but unfortunately, none of my Star Wars pieces are available any more.  So, I took on the challenge for you guys.  Find a women’s and a men’s (size inclusive) Han Solo bound completely from Amazon on on Prime.  That way you can get it quickly and free shipping!  So, doing a little online shopping, here’s what I found.  Click on each link to buy each item.  Happy Shopping!

Let’s Get Building!

The Leader

The Leader for any Han Solo cosplay or bound are the blood-stripe pants.

I found this skirt and pants on Amazon.  You can add red felt stripes to the skirt.

The Brick

The Brick would be the vest and shirt.

I found this vest, and this one.   I found this shirt and this one.

The Scientist

The Scientist would be his boots.  However, tall boots would get pretty hot and uncomfortable, not to mention terrible for theme park walking, so I found these sneakers and these walking boots.

 

The Exotic

I found a couple of fun accessories for The Exotic.  A Millenium Falcon necklace and a Han Solo belt.

The Blaster

There really isn’t any special Blaster items or make-up for a Han Solo bound, but just try to not be too scruffy-lookin!

Until next time…

Love, Kim and Benji

*Lead photo: Disney.com

 

 

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Outfit of the Day: Witch Dress from Retrolicious

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Our next outfit of the day is the witch dress from Retrolicious.

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I absolutely love the print on this dress!  The witches are adorable.

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I recently picked this dress up at Retrolicious’s warehouse sale, but you can visit their website by clicking this link.

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I paired the dress, which is sleeveless, with a cropped tee from Amazon.  Click on this link to buy.  Photobomb below courtesty of Benji!

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Happy Shopping!

Love, Kim and Benji

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Outfit of the Day: Pin-up Wand Dress from Unique Vintage

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For our latest outfit of the day, I have my pin-up wand dress from Unique Vintage.

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This dress, to be honest, I thought was “too much” when I first saw it in photos.  However, once I saw the dress in person, I really liked it.

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I also chose to tie the neck tie in a Windsor knot instead of a bow.  I think it gives the dress a little nice edge.

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The dress is available in all four house colors.  Click on this link to get your own.

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I paired it with some comfy chunky sneakers from Skechers.  Click on this link to get yours.

Happy Shopping!

Love, Kim and Benji

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Fashion Alert- “Grandpa” Sneakers

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One of the big trends right now is the chunky or “Grandpa” sneaker.

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This look is great for several reasons.  One, they are super comfy!  Two, they come in a variety of colors so you can match any outfit.  Three, they look great with everything, dresses, skirts, pants or shorts.  Finally, they come in all price points, so everyone can enjoy this trend!

 

For example, I bought a couple of pair from Amazon, which were inexpensive.  I also bought a couple of pair on sale at Skechers, which after the markdown, were also inexpensive.  See below for some examples of some sneakers with shopping links.  I’ve started with the designer sneakers with the price to match and down to inexpensive.  To be honest, since this trend may not last, I would go with the inexpensive ones.  So far, I’ve worn them frequently and they still look great.

Fila Disruptor II Sneaker– Costs around $100 bucks

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Skechers D’Lites Sneakers– About $65 bucks

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Amazon Sneakers– About $30 bucks

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Happy Shopping!

Love, Kim and Benji

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DIY: Make Your Own Teseract

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I recently began building a screen accurate Captain Marvel cosplay (by build, I mean ordering various items, but I digress…).  Part of this cosplay is going to be the “The Fonz” lunchbox and teseract.  There are several teseracts available on Etsy, but I wanted to save a little money and make my own.

It is so easy, I wanted to share the DIY with you.  Shopping links below.

What you Need:

  • Acrylic box
  • Clear craft glue
  • Blue twinkle lights, battery operated
  • White parchment paper for cooking

Steps:

  • Take your parchment paper and cut into squares that fit inside each side of the acrylic box
  • Take a small amount of glue and attach each piece of paper into the inside of the box
  • Insert the twinkle lights and turn them on
  • Boom!  You’re done!

This is literally the easiest project ever.  It took me mere minutes for finish and now I have a great prop for various cosplays.  The great thing is that the little box has a swing lid, so you just open it, turn off the lights when you aren’t using them.

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Shopping Links:

Click on each link below to buy

Let me know what you guys come up with in the comments!  We love to hear from you!

Love, Kim and Benji

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Outfit of the Day: Captain Marvel Dress by Gold Bubble Clothing

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Our latest outfit of the day comes from Gold Bubble Clothing.

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I love this Captain Marvel inspired dress!  The fit is wonderful and the fabric color is beautiful with some tiny details within that are sure to get attention.

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As you know, I love Gold Bubble for their beautiful printed spandex fabric selections.  The cuts of the dresses and leggings are fantastic.  They are size inclusive and pass the “bend over” test as well.  Gold Bubble pieces also stay put all day.  No tugging and pulling all day.

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Gold Bubble has several different lines inspired by fandoms as well as licensed pieces for Star Trek.

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Check out their site by clicking this link.

Happy Shopping!

Love, Kim and Benji

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Outfit of the Day: Dragon Dress by Retrolicious

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Our next outfit of the day is my new dragon dress by Retrolicious.

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Recently, Retrolicious had a warehouse super sale, and I cleaned up.  I really like their take on the “new look” with interesting fabrics.  They do have some great mid-century staples, like polka dots and bold colors, but to have a swing dress with dragons all over it, or witches or dinosaurs, really opens up your creativity.

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Nerd girls everywhere should check them out.  Click here for their website.

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I’m wearing the dragon dress in a 3xl.  They are true-to-size and have sizes up to 4xl available.

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I paired the dress with a cropped tee from Amazon.  Click on this link to buy.

Happy shopping!

Until next time…

Love, Kim and Benji

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Our Go-To Make-Up and Hair Products

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We have had a lot of requests recently for what make-up and skin care products we use, so I’ve compiled a list here with shopping links, where available.  I’ve also included information if a product is a good dupe for something more expensive, and vice versa, I found good less expensive dupes.  All products are products that we currently use.

Obviously, everyone is different, so please bear that in mind when trying out something new, particularly with skin care.  My skin is very dry, same as most middle-aged people.  Benji’s is oily, same as most teenagers.  So, keep that in mind and get shopping!

Skincare

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Benji uses ProactivMD, which is the stronger version of Proactiv.  He’s particularly fond of the gel treatment.  You can find it on Amazon here.  I do recommend subscribing to this program from the get-go.  First, you get free stuff.  Second, if you don’t like it, it is super easy to cancel the subscription.  It is a quick phone call.

I use CeraVe, which is a product that is available at all drugstores and big box stores.  I love the Hydrating Facial Cleanser, Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum and Face Moisurizer.  Click on each product to buy.

Make-Up

Now on to our faces for the day!

Benji loves using this contour kit and this nude lipstick.  He keeps it pretty natural, so that’s all the product he uses.  Click on links to buy.

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I am a “little” more complicated.  I start with this great moisturizer from Trader Joes with sunscreen.  I wear sunscreen every day, without fail.  Obviously, this moisturizer is not expensive at all.  I found this link to buy on Amazon if you do not have a Trader Joes around you.

Then I use a wonderful stick foundation by Wet N Wild.  This is also very inexpensive and available at all drugstores and big box stores.  I’ve used more expensive brands, but to be honest, this is the best one I have ever found.  I wear the shade “classic ivory”.  Click on link to buy.  I blend with this blender dampened with this coconut water primer, also by Wet N Wild.  All of these products are available at the drugstore, but click on the links to buy them online.

Then I follow with some powder and blush.  Again, both of these are available at the drugstore.  Fit Me Blush in “peach” by MaybellineE.L.F. High Definition Loose Face Powder in “soft luminance”.  Click on the links to buy.  The blush is an excellent dupe for NARS Orgasm blush.

Then eye stuff, brow kit by Wet N Wild, base eyeshadow from Sephora in “strawberry macaroon”, eyeliner from Sephora in “glitter black”, mascara by Tarte.  As usual, click on the links to buy.

For the rest of my eye make-up, I use various palettes depending on what I’m wearing.  My go-to, is this one by Revlon in “avant garde”.  My brushes are by E.L.F. which are a good dupes for the ones from MAC.

For lipstick, I have four shades that I choose from for everyday.  I have a burgundy red, bright red, light pink and hot pink.

The burgundy red is “rum raisin” by Revlon.  The bright red is “love is on” by Revlon.  The light pink is “fuchsia flash” by Maybelline.  The hot pink is “addis ababa” by NYX.  These are good dupes for “sin”, “Russian red”, “candy yum yum” and “breathing fire” by MAC, respectively.

Haircare

We finish with our hair care products.  Benji doesn’t have a tried and true shampoo really, and he uses my finising products, so here are our go-to’s for both of us:

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I use WEN to wash my hair and have used it for almost a decade now.  I refuse to use anything else on it.  After one try, I never went back to sudsy or foaming shampoos.  It works the same as the first day I used it too.  In short, I’m a believer.  Get yours here.  Like Proactiv, I recommend you subscribing for the discounts and free stuff.  It is also really easy to change anything or cancel.  A quick phone call.

Finishing products I use are the non-frizz gel from WEN.  I love to use this men’s product from Redken’s “Brews” line.  I’ve found that finishing products like wax and pomades, go with the men’s lines.  They have more formulas and are usually cheaper.

That’s it!  If you have any recommendations, let us know in the comments.  We love hearing from you.

Until next time…

Love, Kim and Benji