Skulls & Booze

Late night blogging - the best kind!
It's been a long day because for half of the week my bedroom was a mess. My main closet shelf collapsed (my shoes & clothing caused it) and I couldn't have it repaired until today.
My wardrobe was on my floor but since it was repaired - I've been cleaning up as well as bringing out my Halloween decorations! During a quick break, I snapped some photos of some drinks that I felt were Autumn inspired. Have any recommendations?


Flying Monkeys City & Colour Maple Wheat Ale, Black Creek Pumpkin Ale, Crystal Head Vodka, Somersby Blackcherry Cider, Mini & Crystal Head Vodka


Can't wait to try this


I couldn't not buy this one...


Crystal Head Vodkas


I have 4 bottles of this and I haven't had a chance to try it! Syl has though and she shared her thoughts. Sounds interesting


I had my bottle signed by Dallas Green (City & Colour) :)


That time I went to buy the Flying Monkeys City & Colour Maple Wheat Ale and met Dallas Green. Wearing my Bone Machine 2.0 Catsuit by Black Milk Clothing


Photo from the other day. FYI: Strongbow Cider < Somersby Cider. LovelySally Babilonia Leggings


Hours of candle melting up in here.


btw...my skulls are out!

Happy weekend!

The Skeleton Hand Cut Out

So I was fulfilling some Skull Cut Out Sweatshirt orders when I thought...I need a new cut out. Why not skeleton hands? I've seen them printed on tanks and tees so I tested it out. I drew up my own skeleton hand...which is cute but not very accurate. haha! Doesn't matter, I'm pleased with the results and I've already thrown it up on Etsy.


Skeleton Hand Cut Out Tee by lipglossandblack with Negative Anatomist Leggings and Jeffrey Campbell Gold Toe Homg Platforms






Skeleton Hand Cut Out Tee by lipglossandblack with white tank top



It's a new cut out design but you can still refer to the 12 ways to wear a skull cut-out tee post for styling tips!

BTW, if you want one...visit the listing: here. Just a friendly reminder that I posted a 10% off promo code on our blog the other day ;) Treasure hunt time!

OMG Nail Strips Review and Tutorial

You know when you finish painting your nails with a detailed design only to scrape your poor finger nail and ruin your hard work? Well, that's what nail wraps are for! Not only for days when you're in a rush but also for the times you want an incredibly unique print on your nails without having to head out to a salon.

I admit that I have never used nail wraps before and this is the first time I've ever attempted it. I must say, I was impressed with how easy it was and how the results are fantastic! These are supposed to last up to 14 days too! After all, I'm a fashion designer and I do a lot of work with my hands. Here's a quick tutorial for OMG Nail Wraps:


The look we're going for; a detailed and sophisticated skeletal look without any fuss


What you'll need:
-Crossbones OMG Nail Wraps
-A Bowl of Warm Water
-Hand Towel
-Cuticle Pusher
-Cuticle Cutter
-Hand or Body Lotion
-Cotton Swab
-Scissors
-Nail File
-Top Coat


Soak your hands in warm water for 5 minutes. Dry hands.


Gently push back cuticles


Carefully remove any excess skin around the nail bed with cuticle cutter


Moisturize your hands with lotion and wait 1 minute


Using cotton swab, remove any leftover lotion from the nail bed, paying special attention to the sidewall, cuticle area and tip of the fingernail


Select the appropriate sized nail strip for each nail to ensure the nail will be covered from sidewall to sidewall


Cut out nail wrap. At this stage, trim shape of sticker to fit your nail if necessary


Peel off the clear coating


Carefully remove the nail polish strip from the sticker backing. Start by placing the round end of the nail strip along the base of the cuticle. Smooth the strips along the base of the cuticle and towards the tip of the nail.


Trim off and file away any excess nail strip by holding your nail file parallel to the surface you are working on


Apply a finishing topcoat and wait 5 minutes for it to dry completely. Repeat steps above for rest of your nails.


There you have it, easy as that! Now my spooky nails look amazing with my mini Crystal Head Vodka and Nightmare Before Christmas bat knuckle ring

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Yipee October!

Sam here! I looove October. It's not only time to prepare for Halloween but it's also the month where I can enjoy the most delicious foods with my friends and family! Oh autumn, such a good time.
Since I love this month - I'm going to aim to post at least once a day and I'm sorry but it'll be heavily focused on Halloween, I can't help it!

After all, I received these amazing leggings in the mail today - just on time!! They're currently hang drying but I really want to throw together an outfit with these beauties.



They may look familiar because they're a copy of Black Milk Clothing's The Anatomist Negative Leggings. Here is what the originals look like:



Anyways, after this super late blog post..I'm actually going to start preparing for tomorrow's post. Until then...goodnight!

When September Ends

Heeey It's been a while. Decided to snap some photos and throw them up on lipglossandblack.com. Much like most things that I own, they're very Halloween inspired to get into the spirit! I've been watching random horror movies all month too! Are you excited for October?!


Wetlook Skater Skirt with hi-lo hem crewneck, skeleton bone knee highs and Jeffrey Campbell Gold Toe Homg Platforms


Striped Leggings with hi-lo hem crewneck and Jeffrey Campbell Gold Toe Homg Platforms


Halloween Leggings with hi-lo hem crewneck and Jeffrey Campbell Gold Toe Homg Platforms


Misfits Suspender Leggings with hi-lo hem crewneck and Jeffrey Campbell Gold Toe Homg Platforms

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