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Melina Bee
melinabee.blogspot.com
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a haiku: Genuine weirdo/ loves clothes, art, color, poems, life:/ a passionate force.
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the Zodiac Dresser: Taurus II

Continuing my second year of zodiac-themed outfits, todays post celebrates Taurus with an outfit and handmade jewelry.  Taurus: April 21st -- May 20th I took most of my cues from this signs...

23 may 12

Zodiac Dresser: Aries Again

Welcome to a new year of zodiac-themed outfits. In order to up my game, this year Ill be making a piece of jewelry that also relates to each sign (some of which will be for sale). Today I bring you a...

11 may 12

Five Things I Like

my super easy, super cheerful smiley manicure All you need is: a steady hand * China Glazes "sunshine pop" (or any other bright, matte yellow) * Sally Hansen nail art pen in black * and a cle...

04 may 12

Where Have I Been?

Ive been bad about posting lately, I know. I wont give you excuses, but I will tell you what Ive been up to lately. Id been gearing up for a Bizarre Market event, my first time ever as a vendor....

24 apr 12

Old Haunts

Back when I was visiting Portland, I had the chance to work with Malin Laney again and goof around my old neighborhood. (socks: Tabi Socks from Fantasy * dress and scarf: thrifted * shoes: UO)  ...

23 apr 12

Five Things I Like Friday: Reality TV Edition

Well folks, I cant deny it: reality TV is one of my guilty pleasures. Need I justify myself to you? Big Rich Texas via Bonnie and Whitney are so cute. I like how often they wear fake lashes, too. Jer...

07 apr 12

Five Things I Like Friday

(Im now posting this list every friday for purposes of alliteration.) CM Coolidges "Dogs Playing Poker" Series via Coolidges iconic and kitschy series are some of the best manifestations...

31 mar 12

Five Things I Like

Coconut Oil  via My friend in Portland turned me on to coconut as a general moisturizer for hair and skin. Ive been using it as a deep conditioner recently and it makes my hair feel thicker. Hav...

23 mar 12

the Zodiac Dresser: Pisces

Welcome to another installment of my Zodiac Dresser series in which I explore astrology through outfits. Weve come to the last of the twelve zodiac signs, Pisces.  I consider Pisces a ...

22 mar 12

Five Things I Like

This Image of Freja Beha via From last months Free People catalogue, I am enchanted by the hair, makeup, styling and dress (the $500 price tag, not so much). This dress is so sexy, I love the lace-up...

16 mar 12

Morbid Victoriana

A couple months back, I had the pleasure of getting together with a great group of creative folk for a Victorian-inspired photo shoot in historic Hollywood Cemetery... Credits: modeling, styling, war...

12 mar 12

Five Things I Like

Kuchi Tribal Jewelry via From Afghanistan, this type of traditional jewelry has been a huge influence on my style and creative projects lately. I especially appreciate the use of matte cabo...

09 mar 12

Outfit: Fancy 60s Shirtdress

Ive been wearing this dress a lot lately: 1960s dress and boots: thrifted * leggings: target * belt: Deluxe, Eugene, OR Perhaps you remember it from a fairly recent post? I feel like a vintage diner ...

03 mar 12

Cheap and Chic: My Top Ten Drugstore Beauty Buys

All the items in todays post are priced under $10 and can be found at your neighborhood drugstore. (Note: I have not recieved any compensation or special consideration by any brand I have listed.) Go...

29 feb 12

Introducing: Empress Holly, my favorite cat ever

While the main focus of my recent trip to Portland was to reconnect with an old friend, I made a new pal, too. A pal with four paws to be more specific, an adorable kitty named Holly. I call her Empr...

29 feb 12

five, no, FIFTEEN things I like: Portland Edition

Hey Folks, I didnt blog from Portland as Id intended because I was way too busy having a blast. (Id apologize, but it wouldnt be sincere ;) To make it up to you, this week Im listing not five bu...

25 feb 12

Two New Dresses and a Trip to Portland

Howdy yall! Im about to fly out west to beautiful Portland, Oregon but first I wanted to share two dresses I was recently gifted.  This dress is in such incredible condition it is hard to believ...

13 feb 12

the Zodiac Dresser: Aquarius

Welcome to another installment of my Zodiac Dresser series in which I explore astrology through outfits. This post  celebrates the sign Aquarius, ruled by the planet Uranus. (Photos by...

13 feb 12

Favorite Flicks: Rome

The miniseries Rome captivates me through both its plot and stunning visuals. Rome takes place during and just after the reign of Caesar with particular focus on the lives of two plebi...

09 feb 12

Five Things I Like

Celestial Seasonings  via This company makes the most comforting and flavorful teas. I like their sweet herbal teas best of all. Cool-toned bright yellow via Touches of bright, cool yellow are s...

03 feb 12

Jewelry and Hair Accessories Ive Made Recently

As Ive mentioned several times, Ive gotten very into making jewelry and hair accessories. Heres a quick glimpse at some handmade goodies before they go up in my shop. (Please let me know what you thi...

28 jan 12

5 things I like

Cabochons Hairpins I made using cabochons They are like fancy French eye candy. (Fyi: A cabochon is technically a bead with a flat side.) Worlds cutest push pins Old-Skool Dymo Label Maker Thanks to ...

27 jan 12

the Zodiac Dresser: Capricorn

Welcome to another installment of my Zodiac Dresser series in which I explore astrology through outfits. This post is inspired by Capricorn. (All photos by Charles ODonovan at Maymont ...

25 jan 12

Interview with Justina Blakeney

Justina Blakeney is a creative consultant and stylist who, along with her sister, has run the design collective Compai for over a decade. Her eclectic, colorful style is informed by diverse cultures ...

20 jan 12

Five things I like, Costa Rica edition

Todays list celebrates some of my favorite aspects of my recent trip to Costa Rica. Titi Monkies Yall know how much I adore monkeys, imagine my joy at seeing these precious creatures frolic and laze ...

20 jan 12

Best of Costa Rica Part I

Last week I was fortunate enough to visit the pacific side of gorgeous Costa Rica. In Manuel Antonio National Park: (just outside the park) Quepos: A beach near Jaco: Are any of you from Costa Rica? ...

18 jan 12

silver and black floral nails

Hi everyone, or should I say ¡hola! as Ive just spent a week in luscious, tropical Costa Rica! (More on that in a later post.) Today Id like to show off my manicure from a couple weeks ago: Sally Han...

15 jan 12

Blog Input, Improvements and Ideas for 2012

Dear Readers, Im going to be going away for about a week and so I most likely wont post anything until my return on the 15th. In the meantime, Id love to get your constructive criticism and suggestio...

07 jan 12

Five Things I Like

Charmmy Kitty via According to her official biography, Charmmy Kitty is Hello Kittys pet cat. Although it is odd that one cat might keep another as a pet, Charmmy Kitty lives up to her name with her ...

05 jan 12

accessories change everything

Remember this dress? dress: thrifted * scarf: 2nd hand * sunglasses: Betsey Johnson Btw: that photo reminds me of the painting "Rachel in Fur" (by John Currin). via If you are observant, youl...

05 jan 12

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