OOTD: Animal Attraction

I love fur for the fall. This jacket kept me super warm today, the temp was a nice crisp 46 degrees F.
These are new boots I bought over the weekend while my parents were visiting. I love them so much. I can't get enough of over the knee boots, they help keep my lower legs warm (esp when I wear leggings like today).

Thanks for stopping by

~AF

A changes going to come...

What do you guys think of the name Aholics Anonymous (as opposed to Addicted Fembot)?

The content of this blog will not change just the web address, banner and little things like that.

It should be official by end of next week.

Feed back is appreciated.

Thank you and good night.

-Addicted Fembot

OOTD: Oxblood and Fur

This is my take on the fall color, oxblood red (previous post here). What do you think?

I got these leggings two or three years ago and I'm going to get as much wear out of them this season as possible. It was pretty cool outside (50degrees) and my fur vest kept me really warm. I'm LOVING my black purse, definitely a staple in my wardrobe.

Almost forgot about my boots! Love the black and brown together, couple of years ago you probably wouldn't have caught me mixing neutrals. But these boots are the business. 

Look book anyone? Maybe this weekend.

:)

AF

Make Over: MySpace

Before the days of Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and the like there was MySpace. I'm sure we've all had an account whether we remember our log-in info or not. Well turns out MySpace is getting a facelift.
I don't know about you but it looks AWESOME compared to all the recent and never-ending changes Facebook makes. The number of advertisements alone are enough to make "deactivate" my account.

The relaunch is based on a place for musicians to connect with their fans...we'll see how long that lasts (i.e. Facebook and college students -__-).

Forbes reports that the new MySpace “is not a social network per se but a socially-powered venue wherein music fans can experience artists through every facet of their output — music, videos, photos, profiles, social feeds, live events and ticket sales.” Chris Vanderhook goes onto say, “MySpace is the only site in the world where you can get everything an artist does if you’re interested in that artist…To do all those things would probably take you 30 different properties.”

Check out some articles below.

Forbes: MySpace Gets A Makeover, With Help From Justin Timberlake

 

WMCTV.com: It's Baaack: Myspace Plots Another Relaunch

Business Insider: Justin Timberlake's Hip New Myspace Looks Awfully Familiar

Who's going to join the movement?

-AF 

OOTW [4]-100th post!!!

Yay! *does dance* 100th post! I should do a (little) giveaway or something to celebrate.

Anyway this has been a great week! Nigeria had it's 52nd Independence day on Monday, my parents came to visit yesterday and I found out I'm like an inch from BSL (bra strap length).

Check me out on Instagram and Twitter: @f3mb0t

Monday: Green White Green

Wednesday: Purple Paisley Haze

Friday: Stars and Studs

Thanks for stopping by, and stay tuned for more info on the giveaway.

:) AF

DIY Fashion: Skirt [1]

This is a super cute idea a for a DIY project. If I had my sewing machine I'd attempt it this weekend but sadly that is not the care.

Let me know if you try it. You can definitely use different fabrics and colors to make it you own. Think oxblood red, very on trend.

Check out more of SecretLifeofaBioNerd's DIY and fashion videos by clicking on her name (link) below. Her tutorials are fun and pretty easy to follow. And if you're a aspiring designer like myself she has some very helpful videos on sewing techniques etc.

SecertLifeofaBioNerd- DIY Pleather Circle Skirt

AF

FOTD: Lilac and Raisin Lips

I was bored and was practicing lash application and the next thing I know I had a full face of makeup on. I didn't record it since it was unplanned but I took pictures.

Enjoy and let me know what you guys think.

Eyes: Smokey eye
-Charcoal pencil liner (in place of shadow)
-Black liquid liner
-Cheap E-bay lashes (practice purposes)
-Frosty vanilla eyeshadow (brow highlight)

Lips: purple lips
-Lilac lipstic
-Frosty pink lipstick (very center)
-Raisin (burgundy colored) lip liner

Thanks for stopping by

Remember to follow and comment and share :)
~AF

Daily Dose [10]

Yo wassssssssup! Lol, anyway check out these looks below love them. #GLITTER!!!!!!!!

lilpumpkinpie05- Feathered Liner Makeup Tutorial

Tymetheinfamous- Killer Combo! MAC Aqua & Blue Brown Pigment Makeup Tutorial!

Check out this Tumblr while your at it -In My Wildest Dreams

 -af

Cold + Hair = ???

As part of my "hide your hair challenge" I'll already be transitioned and prepared for colder weather. But here are some ideas on how to transition into fall. Fall and winter months are great times to do protective styling but it is very important not to negelect your hair and its need for moisture. Simple "protection" will not and should not be the end of your efforts.

And remember that even thought here is a wealth of info out there not all of it will work for you. Just do what you feel is right and works best for YOUR hair. I've included some links for more information at the bottom as well.

Via Black Girl with long hair - original here

24 September 2012

Transitioning to Cool & Cold Weather Hair Care

Natural Hair Care

By Geniece of Beautifully Made

School buses, leaves in lovely orange, red and golden hues and cooling temperatures signal the end of one season and the beginning of another. Personally, summer is my favorite season. The heat, however, can dry out my hair. Cooler weather has can be beneficial for the hair but once the weather become brutally cold you will need to winter proof your hair to ensure maximum moisture. In providing you a few helpful tips I think it’s important to distinguish between hair care in cool, autumn weather and winter weather. In my experience, hair responds differently to cool temperatures and extreme cold.

Cool Weather Hair Care

Cooler temperatures in the fall bring a decrease in humidity and arid heat. In many ways the weather is conducive to retaining moisture but not humid enough to spoil you well styled braid out. During this time of year you may want to limit your use of products containing glycerin. Products that contain glycerin high on the ingredient list are designed to attract moisture from the air towards your hair. When the air is dry and cool glycerin doesn’t draw moisture from the air. The worst case scenario is that if there is more moisture in your hair than the air, you may suffer from moisture loss. In cool weather, say 50 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit, light moisturizers and light oils to seal in the moisture have worked well for my kinky-coily hair. If you became used to humid, muggy summer that required less weekly application of moisture, you will have to moisturize your hair more regularly, paying special attention to your ends.

Cold Weather Hair Care

I live in New England and right around late October the weather begins to get downright cold, dropping into the 30s and below. During this time of year I find it helpful to have a rich and creamy moisturizer on hand. I am an aloe vera juice fan and will lightly apply the product to my hair before sealing my hair with an oil or butter. For me, products that contain castor oil are wonderful sealants in extreme cold. Castor oil is rather heavy so you might create a mixture with castor oil and a lighter oil like jojoba or olive oil. Be sure to moisturizer you hair before applying oils because, while oils and butters may make you hair feel soft and supple, they don’t actually impart moisture. Remember: If water is not in the product then your hair won’t be moisturized.

During the cold weather I find it necessary to protect the ends of my hair. This includes protective styling but more importantly being mindful of the fabrics in which our hair comes in contact. I have had the hair along my nape break off because of a wool scarf. I was in high school at the time and thanks to my mother’s wisdom I stopped wearing the scarf. Left to my own devices I would have happily continued wearing the scarf as it rubbed against my hair, all the while wondering why the hair along my nape was 7-8 inches shorter than the rest of my hair. Also be mindful of wool coats. Wool pea coats are lovely winter staples but if you wear “out” styles that cause your hair to be in constant contact with you coat consider using a satin or silk dress scarf and folding it over the collar of the coat. The same goes for hats. I’ve seen a few winter hats lined with satin or silk that may be a great option to reduce unnecessary friction between your hair and your clothing.

I hope these tips are helpful as you approach cooler weather. Although, I’m not a fan of the cold I do appreciate the lack of sudden summer down pours and the sweltering humidity that transforms my well styled braid out into, well, something else. As long as you keep your hair moisturized winter hair can be flawless and fabulous just like you.

How do you transition your regimen as the weather cools?

More cold weather tips

Mature Natural Weblog- Preparing Kinky-Curly Hair for Cold Weather
Naturally Fierce- Surviving the Cold: Winter Hair Care
College Curlies- My Winter Regimen, Several Ways to Mositurise Rough Brittle Dry Crispy Ends
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Check out my previous post on protective styling here.

Youtube Guru's

NikkiMae2003- Mae's Winter Natural Hair Regimen 2011

Naptural85- Winter Hair Protection: Prevent Dry Hair and Maintain Moisture

Winter Hair Protection: Conditioning on the go

iknowlee- Natural Hair Winter Protective Style Two Stand Twist Updo

~Addicted Fembot

FOTD: Sunset Sea

Here's a look I wore out Saturday night for a friends birthday.
What do you think? This is my second time wearing false lashes successfully, so proud of myself. It definitely takes practice applying them.

 

 Finished look

 

 

Part of my outfit. Didn't have time to take full body shots.