Fuzzy Wuzzies

Hello deerlings!

Today I am bringing you a review sponsored by Kerenika on etsy. home to all things fuzzy! Kerenika sells cute handmade cigarette cases, lighter covers, flask covers, iPhone cases, chokers and more. If you like pastel goth, kawaii and 90's grunge this shop is a must see.

Use the code CULTFAWN for 15% off at Kerenika, this code is valid until September 15th 2015 ♥

My Order:

✿ The BIG 90's Fur Scrunchy

Shipping:

My little parcel took a little over 2 weeks to arrive to me. It was wrapped up nicely in its packaging that was sturdy and secure. No harm came to my fuzzy in transit so it was in perfect condition when I opened it.

The Item:

The BIG fur scrunchie, is well named as it is exactly that. Big and furry. It is a lovely light shade of purple/lilac. It is soft, faux fur, with an elastic stretch. It is sturdy, it's seams are well hidden (if there are any...I can't find them they are hidden so well haha). It reminds me of a big fluffy donut when you look at it from a top view, though it is relatively flat.

Wearing it, it has not stretched or lost elasticity. I have quite fine hair ad it wraps around my hair twice when making a bun or pony tail. It holds it very securely. A bun feels most secure, the pony tail does occasionally need to be tightened. I like how it looks with my hair but I also think it would look incredible with thick hair too.

It can also be worn like a fluffy bracelet/cuff which is quite cute.

Overall:

Kerenika's products are all really cute. This scrunchy is well made which speaks for the quality of her products. The prices are quite reasonable for these handmade items and the shipping for me was a pretty good service. This scrunchy is super adorable while also being functional. It's a really great accessory that will help complete a range of looks.

I would like to thank Keren from Kerenika for giving me the opportunity to review her store ❤

Don't forget to use the code CULTFAWN for 15% off at Kerenika, it's only valid until the 15th of September so make use of it while you can

Arty Update

I've been a little bored at work lately so I've been trying to pass the time by doing some simple pixel animations. They don't take very long and look cute in different colours.

As for my absence, I have been quite busy this year with training and work and everything so I have taken a little breather. Slowly I am getting myself back into blogging once more and I hope to have more posts for you soon. Thanks for your support and patience sugar peas!

Here are the fruits of my boredom~

(Please do NOT copy, trace, re-post, edit, use etc unless you are given permission from me)

Sandy's Shop

Hello my lovelies!

Today I am bringing you another review from my sponsor Sandysshop!

Sandysshop is the go to place for tights and leggings. They also sell various styles of clothes. From simple to cute to spooky, all at reasonable prices, you are bound to find some thing you like ❤

You can use the code CULTFAWN for 10% off your order!

My order:

☽ Lace Bow Side Knee High Socks - $8

☽ Luna Cat Sailor Moon Tights - $9.90

☽ Harajuku Doll Joint Tights - $9.90

My order also contained a little piece of candy attached to the business card. Yummy!

Shipping:

The package was sent on the 17th of October and arrived after exactly 6 business days later on the 27th. That's super fast. It was sealed in a yellow paper envelop. The products were wrapped individually for protection and there was no damage in transit. Sandyshop's shipping service did not disappoint!

Lace Bow Side Knee High Socks - Super cute, light and stretchy. They are a light grey, with a cute heart pattern and sit nicely at my knees. They feel perfectly secure, nothing worse than knee highs with loose elastic. The lace can be folded down or sit over your knee. It is attached to the sock with good stitching that doesn't restrict the stretch of the sock itself. The bow is a similar lace with a loose shape and it is fastened to the sock. They are really comfortable. They are not as thick as they look which means I will still be able to wear them in the warmer weather.

Luna Cat Sailor Moon Tights - These are faux thigh high tights with kitty theme. Not just any kitty though, it's Luna from Sailor Moon! The top of the tights, the gusset, are sheer, then starting at the mid thigh they are black to give the look of wearing thigh highs rather than tights. Luna's face decorates the front of your thigh while there is a tail at the back. I am a Sailor Moon nut and if you are too you are going to love them too. However, I would not recommend them for someone who is taller than me. I am around 5'8 (173cm) and these tights are recommended for a height of 165cm max. I really wanted them regardless and thought it was worth risking it. They fit perfectly fine but I would not recommend them for anyone taller than me.

Harajuku Doll Joint Tights - I've seen a lot of images of people wearing ball jointed doll (bjd) tights floating around the internet and knew I wanted a pair. I was delighted to find Sandysshop was selling them. They are white tights, thick and sturdy material. The print makes your legs look like it has hinges at your joints and give the spooky look of doll limbs. The joints sit at your ankles, knees and right up to the top of your thigh. They do take a bit of adjusting to make sure the joints sit in the right places and the print doesn't look too stretched, only when you first put them on, so be prepared for that but it really is no fuss to do. They have a gusset with a set back and front side so you know which way they sit and they have a little extra stretch for your tush. They are comfortable and look wicked when you wear them, great to add a bit of spooky to your casual or to add some oomph to a costume. Again I would advise anyone taller than me to be wary of the size, these are also 165cm max.

Overall:

A really great order. I love every piece. They are comfortable, good quality and I know I will get lots of use out of them. Sandysshop is well organised, goods are presented with all the size information and they ship as quick as possible. Sandy always provides a great service. She is easy to talk to over email, she replies very quickly so you don't have to wait long to hear back from her. Don't hesitate to send her any queries you have about her products and her store.

A big thank you for reading and to Sandysshop for giving me another opportunity to review their awesome store!

You can use the code CULTFAWN for 10% off you order at Sandysshop

❤

Obey the Butt

Long time no see babydolls. I have been quite busy, finishing up with my animal studies course, being social and job hunting. Not to worry, my shopping didn't stop during my absence so I have a few reviews to give you. 

Odd tidbit: Its also been super cold lately, I bought these towards the end of winter for the warmer weather in spring. Even now in October (middle of spring) that weather hasn't really come except for the odd day. It was snowing just yesterday. Our house doesn't have heating so it has been really hard to get a chance to wear these and take photos without freezing my bum off. So thats another reason there was a big delay in this review. 

Hehe.

Let's start with stay-cute.com

Stay Cute, also known as Tokyo Hardcore, is a young, girl power, street brand. Selling cute tops, pants and accessories with sassy graphic prints. I've been hanging out for a pair of their shorts ever since I laid eyes on them and I splurged a little to buy myself something extra.

My order:

† High Waist Logo Hot Short - $10 (Normally $15)

† Cropped Mint Logo Hoodie - $48

I was also sent a bunch of stickers for free~

Shipping: $12

The order took about 5 days to be processed and shipped, a little longer than what I am used to but that's ok. The price of the shipping is pretty reasonable for Australia/America. (It often can cost an arm and a leg over here). It arrived to me in just under a fortnight. Wrapped up in a black envelope and the clothes were also protected in plastic. It came to me undamaged by transit. Over all I am pleased with the shipping service that was provided.

Item Quality:

The shorts - They are simple, black, high waisted, hot shorts. Made from a blend of cotton and spandex. There is the brands logo printed high across the bum. They are super comfortable, the small a perfect fit for me. I love the way they look on me and I can't wait for warmer weather to wear them more. Getting them for $10 was such a steal! Even at full price ($15) they are definitely worth it if you are looking.

The Hoodie - A lovely mint coloured crop hoodie. It sits above my belly button. The hood sits comfortably on my head (so long as I am not wearing my hair up). The material is a mix of cotton fleece and polyester. The zip is sturdy and seems like good quality. There us a logo printed on the right side at the front. The hood had a drawstring but it fell out after the first wash and I have not put it back in. I wouldn't have used the string much anyway. I love this hoodie, I wear it to the gym often, despite being half polyester I don't get sweaty when wearing it. At $48 its quality seems worth it. My only gripe is I wish the hood was bigger, I get annoyed with hoods that are small and always fall down. Love big hoods. This one isn't too bad though.

Over All:

I love my order. Stay-Cute came through with the goods, great quality, good shipping, reliable, adorable but badass style. I highly recommend taking a look at this store. There is a great range to choose from and they are often coming up with new designs.

That's all for now and remember to stay cute~

What's in my bag?

BOUGHT: HERE~ 

on Aliexpress

I've been holding out for a new bag, this one had caught my eye ages ago. It sold out however, very quickly. I hoped the seller would restock but never did. It wasn't until recently when I got frustrated with the size of the everyday handbag I was using that I started to look for one again. This is my first time buying from Aliexpress.

Shipping: Free

It arrived in a grey envelope, inside a plastic wrap. The buckles had been padded and the strap wrapped up. In two days it was processed then shipped. It took 10 days to reach me after it had been posted. It was in perfect condition when it arrive. Super happy with the shipping service.

Price/Item/Quality: $17.50

I am really happy with what I got. It is the perfect size for an everyday bag. My biggest worry was the material. The photos showed PU leather but the product description described it as canvas. I wanted PU and hoped that the description had been mistaken. Happy days, it is made of PU leather. The inside is lined with a canvas like material though.

(Hard to see in above picture) The bag has one main pocket, that is separated by a panel which divides it into two, one pocket can secure shut with a snap button which connects to the separating panel. In side the secured pocket there is a zip pouch and a small open pocket. The spotted panel of leather is also a flap concealing another major pocket to stash your goodies in, secured shut with a button. I'd advise using only this pocket or the main pocket for the things you use most, like wallet and keys. It can be easy to leave either open and you might risk having things fall out.

Don't let the compact size of the bag fool you. It can actually pack quite a bit. This is what I carry with me most days, plus extra things like keys and sunglasses. It holds them all well with room to spare most days. It is light, doesn't add weight to what you are carrying, unlike the old bag I was using. The shoulder strap sits comfortably and doesn't strain me when I carry it for long periods of time.

I carry detol hand sanitiser, Tony Moly: Mini Bunny hand cream, Tony Moly: Moist Mist face spray, my blue phone/money wallet, compact notebook, Tony Moly: Bunny lip glosses, Paul Frank Lip Smackers, Nivea: Lip Repair balm and my strawberry chocolate comb.

Overall:

I use this bag every day. I really love it. A bargain for that price. Now that I have had this good experience I think I can feel more confident about shopping on Aliexpress (so long as sellers have a good rep, of course). I would recommend anyone to buy this bag, from this seller. They were fast to ship and it really is a great bag.

Much love ~

Meet Marie ♥

I've been saving up for a new Alpacasso to join our little family. As soon as I saw the eden series I knew she was the one. I have two pink boys, Toulouse, from the earmuff series, and Berlioz, from the gorgeous series.

(A cookie for whoever can guess where their names are from~)

Bought: HERE!! (Anime-Dolphin eBay)

Anime-Dolphin sells a range of plushes and merchandise, mostly related to Japanese animation. They have cute ghibli, pokemon and disney collections plus lots of other series. 

Shipping: $3

When she arrived she was packed into a padded, yellow, paper envelope. In that she was sealed in a plastic bag. A little squished as you can see but being a plushie, it just took a few squishes to get her back into shape. She arrived a lot sooner than I thought she would. She was posted within 24 hours after payment, on the 15th of April. Estimated delivery was for the 30th of April but she arrived on the 24th. That is almost a week early, so I was pleasantly surprised when she arrived.

Item/Quality/Price: $39.99

She is a white, female, 17 cm Eden Series Alpacasso. She has little pink cheeks and stitched eyelashes. She has an amuse alpacasso tag on her tummy towards her back leg.

My main concern in purchasing her was that she was going to be a bad knockoff. If she is a knock off, the difference seems very minor to me, she is a very good one. I don't know if she is or isn't a genuine Alpacasso. She does have a label, and a tag, however the only thing that makes me suspicious she is not a genuine one is her label is not an 'eden series' label. I'm no Alpacasso expert so it's only a suspicion. Everything else to me screams genuine. She is a really good quality plush, knock off or not.

I was hoping for a genuine one, but the places where I know to get them had sold out of the eden series. So I took a chance on Anime-Dolphin and I love what I got.

Overall:

I love her to bits. She will get lots of cuddles and fits in wonderfully with Toulouse and Berlioz. I would advise anyone of thinking to buy from Anime-Dolphin, look at the store through the american eBay site. Her Australian site has a lot less available, this product isn't even listed in her Australian store. If you do this there will be price differences, better keep an eye out for that :)

Thanks for reading ≧◉◡◉≦

(Sorry for the terrible lighting in my room)

❤ Another Brave Store Review ❤

❤ Brave Store - Another Tights Review ❤

Buy them HERE!

• Bow Suspender Tights - $12 $10.80 (10% off CULTFAWN promo code)
• Heart Suspender Tights - $5 $4.50 (10% off CULTFAWN promo code)
• Winding Ribbon Tights - Gift (Not Available)

Shipping: $5

The tights were shipped within 24 hours and arrived separately within about a day of each other after a bit over 2 weeks. The shipping was slower than usual because these were bought just before Christmas, so no worries there. They were wrapped up in durable plastic envelopes/packaging that kept them safe and in tact for their whole journey. As always Brave Store has a great shipping service.

Item/Quality:

Firstly, I will talk about the two I paid for. I really love them, they are both cute and sexy and I have already had a few compliments while wearing them, which is always nice. My favourite would have to be the bow suspenders. The heart and bow suspenders feel sturdy and comfortable, no holes yet and I have worn and washed them a couple of times already. The bow suspenders are longer so really good for taller people. The heart suspenders fit me just right but I feel if I was any taller (I'm around 5'8) they might have the habit of getting pulled down. The only thing I have noticed that isn't quite right is where the dark fabric meets the nude nylon, the fabric has frayed excess fabric on the inside. The hearts and bows get a blurred edge or slightly misshapen because of this. If you look in the pictures you may notice it. I'm sure if they were carefully trimmed it might reduce this, I just have not got around to doing it yet and it doesn't really bother me that much.

The ribbon tights, in the bottom right picture, are really cute however they are quite small for me. I do have to wear shorts over them to keep them up and they got ladders as soon as I put them on (you can see it down the side of my left calf) which makes me think the fabric is probably a bit weaker too. Lovely Jane, owner of Brave Store, sent them to me as a gift which I am so grateful for though. I still think they are gorgeous, the ribbons are printed on the fabric and look like they wrap all the way around your thighs and ankles. However, if you are interested n getting yourself a pair, they would be better suited to people who are a bit shorter than me ^.^

Overall:

I love them all, I don't normally do ratings but I'd give the bow and heart suspender tights a solid 4/5 and the ribbon tights a 3/5 simply because I'm too tall for them. Brave Store will always be one of my favourite stores, Jane is always polite and friendly, she gets your orders filled quickly and they arrive nice and fast for such a reasonable shipping fee. Thank you so much for my gift too Jane I really do appreciate it!

† Remember to use the code CULTFAWN for 10% off your purchases at Brave †

Black Milk Review #2

Tokyo Massacre - $75

Mermaid Legs - $80

Price:

$155, much like the last lot, I've been wanting these for ages. The Tokyo Massacre ones I actually missed out on the first time and they were put in the museum so I thought I had missed out on them completely. Again, I'll say, they are very expensive for leggings but I don't really regret buying them. They are designer, they are made in Australia, supporting Aussie workers, designers and business, they offer free express post to Australia, so I understand the price tag. They were a treat and I won't be spoiling myself like that again for a little while. My wallet can't take it.

Shipping: Free!

Sweet~ They were shipped express post to me, from Brisbane down to Sydney for me. Black Milk offers free domestic and international shipping. They arrived folded up in a black ziplock baggy with the BM logo on the front, safe and undamaged, and they arrived the day after the shipping confirmation email. All in all I had to wait about 3 days to get them.

Extras:

This time I got a giant BM logo sticker...which I have no where to stick it.

Sizing:

I went for the same sizing as before, XS for me, and they fit great, I could probably get away with XXS but I don't want to risk discomfort. These leggings stretch A LOT, they offer from XXS to XL but it's better to go by measurements.

Quality:

Very high. I have worn these so much, I pretty much live in them and they haven't stretched much or faded. They breathe, so I don't get sweaty or overheat in them and they don't let my legs get cold either. You do have to hand wash them though. I soak mine in shampoo and rinse them separately.

Overall:

Love them to bits! Black Milk has made me a happy little chappy once again.

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