Comin’ at you with the final #vinylandvanity post for 2023: Hell in Eden by Diary of Dreams. DoDs is near and dear to my heart, and I’ve written about how I discovered the band and the first time I saw them live in 2019. The chimera Snare is also dedicated in part to them.

Don't be scared to be different. Be out-of-the-box, be creative, and be fearless. Weird Barbie gets its moment in the spotlight for so many excellent reasons. Let me tell you why.

Both a creative rut and full-blown burnout are related, but very distinct experiences. Read more to find out the difference between both topics and what you can do to mitigate the effects.

Welcome to my first official Blog post of Vinyl and Vanity, a collaboration that my husband and I do together. He photographs albums from our record collection and posts an in-depth review, while I create a makeup look inspired by his shots.

Doing makeup with others provides a social opportunity to connect, have fun, and bond with others. And when some people need it most, it becomes a supportive and encouraging environment. Let's work together, not against each other. Let’s foster connections and inspire each other to branch out past our comfort zones.

Happy 2 year anniversary zoomzoommacaron!