photography - Voguegenics: Where Style, Sass, and Life Hacks Collide

image 54 Explore thrilling weekend challenges that push you beyond your comfort zone. Activities include street photography, mystery cooking, scavenger hunts, flash fiction, DIY art, silent disco, adventure book clubs, foraging, night hikes, and escape rooms. Each activity fosters creativity and confidence, creating opportunities for self-discovery and memorable experiences.

10 Thrilling Weekend Challenges to Boost Your Confidence and Creativity

Dorey Duncan ScottOctober 26, 2024Entertainment Family General

Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Elevate Your Weekend with These Unique Activities!Feeling the itch to do something exciting, new, and totally out of the ordinary? We’ve rounded up 10 thrilling weekend challenges that will add a spark to…

a woman with red hair in a kitchen with flour Why should you follow me? Buckle up, my friend, because by the end of this blog post, your thumb will be hovering over that “Follow” button faster than a toddler sprinting toward a candy aisle.

Get Ready to LOL: Follow Me for A Real Instagram Experience

Dorey Duncan ScottSeptember 21, 2024Entertainment General Thoughts Voguegenics

Welcome, weary traveler of the internet! If you’ve somehow stumbled upon this blog, chances are you’ve either clicked the wrong link or you’re on a quest to follow someone truly worthy on Instagram. Well, guess what? You’ve hit the jackpot!…

a photo of a crowd enjoying a concert So, off to The Rock and Roll Capital of the World we went. We arrived at Cleveland Browns Stadium, or Huntington Bank Field as it’s officially known, at about 6. The concert was set to begin at seven, but these things never start on time, right? We had taken an Uber to the field as we probably would have had to park just as far away as our hotel was so we decided to leave the car in whatever nook the valet had it tucked into and treat ourselves to what we thought would be a hassle-free ride. The police already had all the roads near the field blocked off, so we got as close as our Uber driver could get us and then got out to walk the rest of the way. Now, as you may remember from my previous post, my traveling companion had just had two surgeries on her leg. She was supposed to be walking with a crutch for support and, of course, the brace that she’s been sporting for almost a year now. But, because she didn’t think there would be room for a crutch at our seats (and she was right!), she had left it back at the hotel and was hobbling along leaning on me when she had to and stopping for breaks every few steps. For her, this walk may as well have been 10 miles. But we were determined. We stood in line, produced our tickets and then hobbled into the stadium. Because we had been on the road for most of the day, neither of us had eaten very much. Me, because I was running a bit behind getting packed due to a misplaced luggage issue, and her, I suspect, because of the excitement of seeing her idol, Billy Joel, and also the fact that she was driving. There were people everywhere, as expected, but what I was surprised at was that they were very happy to just push – and I mean PUSH - past her, several of them causing her to stumble. These weren’t younger people, either, these folks were older than us and certainly old enough to know better. (When did having no manners become an acceptable thing?) And, of course, it didn’t help that our section was half way around the field from the entrance they had set up. So, it took us even longer to slowly but surely make our way around the stadium to our seating section. We stopped once for a rest at a vendor off the beaten path right by our section and wound up buying bottles of water for 5.00 each. ($5.00!!) I playfully called it my bottle of toilet bowl water – it was labeled for the Browns and you know I bleed black and gold, right??

Cleveland Concert Chaos: A Night with Billy Joel and Rod Stewart

Dorey Duncan ScottSeptember 21, 2024Entertainment General Music Reviews Travel

Last weekend, I traveled to Cleveland, Ohio for what was supposed to be a fun-filled weekend for me and my traveling companion. It didn’t turn out quite as well as we had hoped, but that’s another blog post. The main…

Little girl looking out the window at falling leaves

Welcome to Fall, Where Pumpkin Spice and Crisp Leaves Rule the World

Dorey Duncan ScottSeptember 20, 2024Entertainment Family Fashion Food General Nature Travel

There’s something magical about the first day of fall, especially when the calendar flips to September 22, 2024. It’s that day of the year when summer decides it’s finally had enough of the spotlight, slapping on some sunglasses and jetting…

Master Anime Eye Makeup for Halloween

Dorey Duncan ScottSeptember 19, 2024General

Eye makeup is like the secret sauce of any Halloween or cosplay look, especially when you’re channeling those anime or video game characters with eyes the size of dinner plates. Whether you’re going for the over-the-top, “Why-are-my-eyes-bigger-than-my-head” anime style or…

image 33 Before you even think about putting on foundation, getting your skin ready is the secret to any awesome makeup, especially heavier makeup that is commonly used for Halloween makeup. How long and smooth your makeup lasts totally depends on your skin. Here's a simple guide to get your skin prepped for cosplay makeup:

Top Tips for Lasting Halloween Makeup Application

Dorey Duncan ScottSeptember 18, 2024Beauty Entertainment Family General

Skin Preparation and Base Halloween MakeupBefore you even think about putting on foundation, getting your skin ready is the secret to any awesome makeup, especially heavier makeup that is commonly used for Halloween makeup. How long and smooth your makeup…

image 30 Figuring out your face shape is super important when you're trying to nail a specific character because contouring can totally make or break your look. When it comes to costumes and cosplay, it's not just about bringing out your natural features—it's all about tweaking your face to match the character's vibe. This means you might need to learn new makeup techniques or invest in different products to get that perfect transformation. Whether you're aiming for a sharp jawline like a superhero or softer contours for an anime character, understanding how to manipulate shadows and highlights is key. Plus, experimenting with different looks can be a lot of fun and gives you a chance to really get creative with your Halloween makeup!

Face Shape Secrets: Contouring Tips for Halloween Makeup

Dorey Duncan ScottSeptember 18, 2024General

Figuring out your face shape is super important when you’re trying to nail a specific character because contouring can totally make or break your look. When it comes to costumes and cosplay, it’s not just about bringing out your natural…

image 29 This post is the third in my series about Halloween Makeup. Be sure to check out my blog page for the entire series!

Essential Halloween and Cosplay Makeup Tools & Products

Dorey Duncan ScottSeptember 18, 2024Beauty Entertainment General

Before jumping into Halloween or cosplay makeup tricks, make sure you’ve got the right stuff on hand. Getting good quality makeup and tools will keep your look on point and lasting all through the event. Plus, it’ll save you time…

image 28 Halloween and Cosplay makeup isn’t just makeup—it’s like magic that turns you into your favorite characters! Unlike your everyday makeup that just makes you look pretty, cosplay and Halloween makeup goes all out with wild styles, detailed designs, and awesome special effects. It's super important for making characters look real, just as much as the costume. From blood and scars that create a spooky zombie look, to intricate face paintings that bring mythical creatures to life, these techniques allow for a complete transformation. The process often involves layers of makeup, prosthetics, and even body paints to achieve the desired effect. Every stroke of the brush and application of color helps in recreating the essence of the character, immersing you fully into the role you’re playing. Whether you're aiming for a glamorous superhero, a fearsome villain, or a whimsical fairy, the right makeup can make all the difference in your portrayal.

Transformative Halloween Makeup Tips

Dorey Duncan ScottSeptember 18, 2024Beauty Entertainment Family General

Halloween and Cosplay makeup isn’t just makeup—it’s like magic that turns you into your favorite characters! Unlike your everyday makeup that just makes you look pretty, cosplay and Halloween makeup goes all out with wild styles, detailed designs, and awesome…