My Mother's Leopard Scarf Intervention

While taking a walk with my mom , we both need it for our physical therapy. She looked at me with motherly concern and said , How long you had that leopard scarf ? I've had it about 3 years , I think you should change it up dear. When I go on your Facebook your in allot of pictures with it. You have so many beautiful scarfs why don't you switch it up. I felt like we were having a Carrie Fisher / Debbie Reynolds type of interaction. I really wasn't feeling that great with sass , I replied to her no one cares but you. She continued you don't even match ? " Mom its 2018 no one matches "

 Let me share the pictures that spawned the debate over my leopard infinity scarf . Let me disclaimer this post by saying the identity of my friends in these photos have been protected. Also I didn't send out permissions for release. forms.
( Please let me disclaimer this post , It was written in fun and humor )

Night out with High School Friends 

Im seeing the pattern 

Again I wanted to be right 

My cousins son and leopard scarf 

  She has a point there are more photos , avid readers of this blog will probably find more. I guess at some point you just have to realize that your mother might be right. Even that you are 43 and know everything. I agreed to retire my dear scarf for a bit . I thought I was the scarf like Kate Middleton's Jeans     What is your most photographed article of clothing ? 

Saturday Sheet Masking

On Instagram you have been seeing people wearing sheet masks. This is now a two year old trend. I've been wanting to try , while in target the other night. I found a whole bunch of sheet masks . I will say that the prices vary. The mask I purchased was $1.80 USD . The weather extremely cold this evening in the northeastern United States. What a perfect night to mask. 

Sheet mask 

 

 Reading directions the keep on the face for 10 minutes 

 

The mask feels like the texture of a moist towelette, slight oily consistency. The smell is a robust coconut, the package says the smell of vacation I agree. 

 

 
 

I applied the mask it's was cooling and soothing on my dry combination skin. The mask did slightly feel intense when I applied it . I put on some music for ten minutes, dreaming of beachs,warmth and summer vacations. When I removed the mask my skin felt tacky that soon disappeared. My skin felt glowing and soft . I'll say I'm a fan , also eager to try more. 

Duran Duran Concert Style

Duran Duran Concert Style by tracey-j-whitney featuring ripped jeans

Here some ideas to give your concert style a little edge. Without sacrificing comfort , which when dancing like mad is important. There is an old wives tale that you don't wear the merch you purchase at the actual show your attending. I always slip my new band t shirt on in the bathroom. I'm not alone mind you everyone does it. I like to wear a bold lip and minimal makeup. I really don't want to fuss with my makeup all night . If you're going out after the show tuck a few things in your bag for a touch up. The most important is bring your smile that is something everyone will notice. 

Duran Duran Radio Special

Duran Duran Radio Special by tracey-j-whitney on Polyvore

Join us for 5 hours of Duran Duran Music. Celebrating the release of Duran Duran's 14th studio album " Paper Gods "  5 hours of music curated by two noted bloggers . Last time the special aired it brought in 1 million listeners world wide. Talia and Tracey take you on a journey with the fashion , history and music of Duran Duran . You can listen world wide 

Total Radio UK

www.total-radio.co.uk

Mobile-friendly - Total Radio UK: 50 Years Of Feel Good Music, Broadcasting 24 hours a day 365 a year.

Outfit of the Day : Hounds Tooth Wrap Dress

I got this wrap dress at Savers for 7.99 . Wrap Dresses are forgiving should be in every ladies work wardrobe

Fall Casual funk

Fall Casual funk by tracey-j-whitney featuring a pea coat

Unicorn Made Me do it

Unicorn Made Me do it by tracey-j-whitney featuring a pattern sweater

OOTD Super Fly Tuesday

Tuesday by tracey-j-whitney featuring lips makeup

Once again since my life is busy yet not glamourous this week. 

We are going for the keep it real , its hot as hades look today. 

I shall be sitting in a classroom learning important things on Tuesday. 

I decided to try the OOTD phenomenon for a week . 

I may even actually take a photo of myself in a outfit of the day. 

Hope you have a wonderful day beauties. 

will be reviewing some makeup this week and there will be surprises.

Wimbledon Fashion

Wimbledon Fashion by tracey-j-whitney featuring Fresco Towels

Had a little fun on Polyvore this morning taking a mental vacation to England. I was attending Wimbledon in my day dream. You were all there beauties. We ate strawberries and cream while taking in the scenery. Then I realized I was in america in my jammies with a meeting to attend. I watch what I can every year on television. What did you wear on our imaginary trip to Wimbledon ?   If your there in real life tell us what you wore. ( This really happens I put something out there like there is no way on earth . Id know someone attending an event. Then I get an email from one of our sassy beauties telling me they are there ) 

The Glitter Plan Book by Pamela Skaist-Levy and Gela Nash-Taylor

The Glitter Plan by tracey-j-whitney on Polyvore

Pop Art Daisy Purse

Pop Art Daisy Purse by tracey-j-whitney featuring a 80s fashion

Rio's Daughter

Rio's Daughter by tracey-j-whitney featuring an evening bag

Roaring 20s

Roaring 20s by tracey-j-whitney featuring platform shoes

Outfit of the Day " Saturday in the Park"

Outfit of the Day " Saturday in the Park" by tracey-j-whitney featuring a wool hat

Feeling Like Spring

Feeling Like Spring by tracey-j-whitney featuring coffee mugs

Pop Chic

Pop Chic by tracey-j-whitney featuring anya hindmarch wallet

My Rut Uniform

My Rut Uniform by tracey-j-whitney featuring lands end

new bra new you

new bra new you by tracey-j-whitney featuring lingerie bras

A Kiss of French Culture ( Bastille Day )

Bastille Day 2012  Paris France  photo by Taliassima

I wrote a post celebrating french style and culture . When I first started Pop Trash Beauty . To this day it has received the most hits then any other post I've written. This leads me to believe that we truly love the french way of life. All the fun we have been having on the Pop Trash Beauty facebook page has been tres chic. So to end this Bastille Day lets celebrate french style and culture . Id like to thank my friend Talia for inspiring this post today.  I will say this is just a taste of french culture. Like a sip off a good french wine.

Music 

Total Radio UK gave me the french top 100 Singles .  Here is a look at Shy'm was on the list of hot french singles.  Tamara Marthe (born on 28 November 1985), better known as Shy'm  She released her debut album,Mes Fantaisies, in 2006 which rose to #6 in the French chart. To date, four songs from the album have been released as singles, all of which charted in the top 10 in France. The song has Fashionista in it that is a universal word on this blog. 

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We asked Julian Lennon via his fb  about Paris food , culture
He summed it up in one perfect sentence
"  I think Paris is the most Beautiful city in the World... ;) "

Many gifts come from the world of blogging two years ago . I started a friendship with an amazing american writer living in Paris Talissima. She has been one of the biggest supporters of PTB. Has most imporant become a friend. Someday we will hang in Paris together create some crazy art. I thought it would be fitting to ask her about Paris beauty seeing she has her hand on the pulse of it in her daily life. Talia our paris corespondent gives us the low down on Fashion and beauty in Paris .

An everyday French look:

Photo by Taliassima

1) Nice-fitting jeans - preferably dark blue - crisp white shirt or slouchy t-shirt, blazer.
2) Fifites style bubble skirt, simple but bodycon tee or crisp shirt.

For both, accessories make or break the outfit:
Heels or low boots - both work!
Scarf is a must accessory! 
Handbag is classic: Longchamp tote, Chanel 2.55 or a Hermes Kelly or Birkin (most people can't afford Hermes, of course! But there are a lot of good knockoffs by nice brands). 
Jewelry is understated yet makes a statement: stud or simple loop earrings, stacked bracelets, large watch. Bracelets can be replaced by a statement necklace. Never both at the same time!

They manage to take all this and make it look "just thrown on" and subtle!






Beauty products

BB creams are all the rage right now. L'Oreal makes a good, affordable one, but Dior has received the best reviews.

No one can survive without their water spray! There's Evian, Avene and La Roche Posay, of course, but my favorite is by a brand called Uriage. I remember the Pussycat Dolls telling me that they stocked up on Uriage products (paraben free!) every time they came to Paris! It also makes a great face wash that I use! 

Nails are coral this season, and bright red is still very hot! Most popular polish brand is Essie, followed by OPI. 

Mascara is a must. Diorshow is a favorite. 


Liquid eyeliner gives feline eyes. It's a whole statement in itself so mascara is very subtle. 

Make-up for day is basic earth tones; for night it's smoky. 

Lips are bitten (I love Dior's Glow lipstick) or siren red.

Blush is subtle - used to highlight. Coral or pink are popular. Terracotta is now very subtle. It's used to 


highlight. Otherwise it looks like a (bad) fake tan!

Photo by Taliassima " women usually have one statement bag and stick with it. Gerard Darel's bag is very popular amongst all age groups as are the Longchamp totes. They're affordable, are excellent brands and last for years.
Marc By Marc Jacobs is popular too."   Talia 

Hair is simple by day and glam by night!


L'Oreal's EverLast is popular now because it's silicone-free. 

They're also big on hair masks here, like Kerastase. 

There's also a hair oil by Leonor Greyl that's expensive but a best-seller. 

Photo by Taliassima 

Street Art  One thing that I love about any city is the street art. I like to think of it a modern cave paintings. Telling us the real story of a city. No glossy tourism brochure will ever reveal to you a cities beating heart like street art will it tells the story.

So this was your kiss of french culture in honor of Bastille Day .I really wanted to explore more, indeed there is so much more . A simple kiss always has you wanting more. Speaking of kisses  I asked some of our Facebook followers what they liked about French culture . Never do you disappoint my little vixens . Shelly Williams and Maggie Bridges both told me Kissing .  oh la la my beauties . We shall do another post about food and art like I said a kiss with that I say au revoir  beauties.  

What in Your Purse ????

Do you have a purse hoarding addiction like me ? So spill it whats in your purse darlings ?

What's in Purse by tracey-j-whitney on polyvore.com

This song is in memory of @DDStolenLeopard a very loved member of our Duranie family. You brought laughter to us all. I want to see Leopard go to # 1 just for you xoxo Special thanks to the Daily Duranie for informing us of Sandy's passing.