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Dolly’s Favourite Pink Lipsticks!

May 14, 2014May 15, 2014 missdollymonroeLeave a comment

It’s feeling more like spring everyday and nothing says spring quite like Pink Lipstick!

Every now and then I like to shake up my classic red lipped look and go for something more girly, fresh and fun; a pink lip! These are my top 3 go-to pink lipsticks.

Lime Crime’s Pink Velvet – MAC’s Flat Out Fabulous – Pinnacle Cosmetics’ Diva

wpid-img_20140514_154352 — Pinnacle Cosmetics’ Diva – MAC’s Flat Out Fabulous – Lime Crime’s Pink Velvet

Lime Crime’s Pink Velvet

This is another one of Lime Crime’s longwear lipsticks, which I love. Again, it’s not the best longwear I’ve tried (it smudges easily when wet) but it definitely stays on better than a regular lipstick. It goes on wet and dries to a matte finish on your lips. Pink Velvet it a lovely bright, Barbie pink. I always get compliments when I wear it. It’s really something unique that most people haven’t seen before. The combination of that electric pop of colour and the super matte look makes for a super sassy look.

Pinnacle Cosmetics’ Diva

Pinnacle Cosmetics is a wonderful company based out of Canada, that produces really high quality makeup. I recently received a couple lipsticks from Pinnacle including Diva. Diva is a high gloss, high shine lipstick that shimmers on your lips. It is very soft and smooth to apply. It has a red-pink shine that is quite beautiful and very different from the matte look I usually wear. I have used this lipstick a couple of times for burlesque shows, and it really comes across nicely on stage. I definitely recommend this lipstick and this brand!

wpid-img_20140514_154500 — Dolly wearing Flat Out Fabulous!

MAC’s Flat Out Fabulous

What can I say? This lipstick is truly Flat Out Fabulous! It’s a bright pink with a touch of purple and super, super matte. I don’t know if I’ve ever worn a lipstick that was as matte as this before. It’s almost tricky getting it on, you really have to rub it hard to get a nice thick coat (wow that sounded dirty). It’s equally as difficult to get it off, which is why I see this lipstick as close enough to a longwear that it might as well be one. If all regular lipsticks were like this I would definitely wear them more often. Can’t say enough great things about this lipstick. Definitely check it out if you are looking for a fun pop of colour that will last all day!

wpid-img_20140514_154422 — From Left to Right: MAC’s Flat Out Fabulous, Pinnacle Cosmetics’ Diva, Lime Crime’s Pink Velvet

Photo Set from Dana Brushette

May 12, 2014 missdollymonroeLeave a comment

I received a few of the photos from my shoot with Dana Brushette and Tess Munster that I wanted to share with you! I’m so happy about how these turned out and I feel so lucky to have gotten the chance to work with these fantastic ladies! I made this outfit for a burlesque act but thought it would be a fun outfit to shoot with Dana in. I love the way she has captured the look and really made this set something special.

Sinful Sunday

May 8, 2014May 8, 2014 missdollymonroeLeave a comment

My fabulous go-go partner Betty Quirk and I will be shimmy shaking it this coming Sunday (May 11th) at Cherry Cola’s! Come watch some quality burlesque this Mother’s Day and even bring your mom!

10170789_10203003217833492_3815017834735319134_n — Photo by Ruth Gillson from Peeler’s Playhouse.

10178118_710061812383326_5382847925950124377_n — Bunny Angora & Chow Mein from the Harlettes with Dolly Monroe & Betty Quirk from PeepshowTO

A Perfect 14

May 5, 2014May 5, 2014 missdollymonroeLeave a comment

A wonderful new documentary is coming out about plus size models and our current beauty standards called A Perfect 14. As a plus size woman I am so thrilled to see a new standard of beauty emerging in our culture. It’s about time we stop putting a size on beauty and start respecting and celebrating the diversity of the female form.

I wanted to share this photo set with you today because this is my Eff Your Beauty Standards moment. At 210 lbs I could not be more happy with my body or the way I look. Beauty has no size. I am proud of my body and I would rather spend every day loving and embracing myself than being frustrated that I don’t fit into the tiny box society has labeled “ideal”. Who cares how much you weigh? Who cares if your thighs rub together or your arms jiggle? Why should that prevent you from feeling fabulous? Don’t let anyone else’s beauty standards dictate your self worth. Be yourself, love yourself and embrace who you are.

xoxo Dolly

hanna

Photos by If You Fall Photography

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHNlb_4_294

Burlesque Photos with Haley Friesen

April 28, 2014 missdollymonroeLeave a comment

A few months ago myself and a bunch of my burlesque pals (Betty Quirk, Sevvy Skellington, Meryle Trouble and Dante Him) had a burlesque themed photoshoot with Haley Frisen for her thesis project and here are some of the results! Check out the rest of her amazing portfolio at www.haleyfriesenphotography.com

Photoshoot with Tess Munster

April 25, 2014September 8, 2014 missdollymonroeLeave a comment

I was lucky enough to spend my Easter Sunday with the gorgeous plus size model Tess Munster!

When I found out Tess was coming to Toronto I immediately booked a spot in her photography workshop with legendary pin-up photographer Dana Brushette. Obviously, I had to make a brand new outfit for this photoshoot, which is also part of a costume for a new burlesque act I will be premiering at the Peepshow Clipshow on May 3rd. You can see a small proof from my session below. I’m very excited to get the finished shots back to share with you.

Tess was the absolute sweetest, very encouraging to all the models and such a fun presence to be around. I think everyone who went to the workshop had a blast just being near this radiant woman. I was also thrilled to meet Dana, whose work I have admired for a long time. I hope to have the chance to work with both these amazing women again!

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Peeler’s Playhouse!

April 23, 2014April 23, 2014 missdollymonroeLeave a comment

Looking for a good time on May 1st? Come check out Dolly Berlin’s Peeler’s Playhouse! This show is going to be a good old fashion raunch-fest with lots of bumpin’, grindin’ and go-go gals going wild! Myself and Betty Quirk will be bringing back our legendary Russ Meyer themed Cat Fight routine for this evening and you won’t want to miss it!

Click the poster below to purchase tickets!

1510615_10152214097439083_421398750_n — Aviva Mirage will be shimmy shaking it!

10153863_659380197442571_207189251578062060_n — Come see the Harlettes twist and shout!

10269565_659380514109206_9003961199244607447_n — The gorgeous Frenchie Fatale will blow you away!

1621720_10202631692067934_2030049048_n — Relive the glamourous girl fight between Dolly and Betty!

Diva Divine

April 22, 2014April 21, 2014 missdollymonroeLeave a comment

Happy Tuesday! I thought I would post something a little different for my photoset this week. This robe was originally a costume piece I made for a stage show I used to be involved. I love the sheer almost giraffe-like pattern of this fabric. It is the perfect sexy peekaboo print! The feather trim on the sleeves gives a fun and dramatic flare to the robe. Simply divine!

Photos by If You Fall Photography

Scaille Maille

April 17, 2014April 16, 2014 missdollymonroeLeave a comment

My amazingly multitalented friend Poisonne has recently exploded the internet with her awesome collection of scale jewelry and clothing called Scaille Maille. These stunning creations are like dragon skin that has been skillfully tailored to the human form. With necklaces, gauntlets, bras, harnesses and even neck ties in her collection there is something in any style for the adventurous warrior in us all! Each piece is custom made to the size and colour you desire, with many beautiful colours to choose from including my favourites pink and the very mermaidy turqoise. Prices range from $68 to $90 for the smaller pieces and $160 to $900 for the larger more elaborate work. Well worth the money when you see the quality of craftsmanship and unique beauty in each item. I really can’t say enough good things about Poisonne’s work and I highly recommend you check out her etsy shop and snag some of these killer pieces for yourself!

Photographed by Voinea Ng

Makeup by Valhalla’s Beauty

Modeled by Poisonne

Batwoman!

April 15, 2014April 23, 2014 missdollymonroe1 Comment

A few weeks ago I was so lucky to perform in the Nerdlesque Festival in New York city as the vibrant superhero Batwoman. Not Batgirl… Batwoman. I also performed this act at Peepshow TO’s Nude 52 show last October. I thought I would share some of the photos from these events of the epic costume I put together for this act. This is another example of Burlesque Cosplay, where slight modifications are made to help with the removal of each item. Instead of having one full bodysuit I decided to cut out the thighs and put in garters. I also made the boots into bootcovers that are removed like stockings with a simple nude dance shoe underneath. The most fantastic part of this costume though is the cape! This thing is a monster that stretches past my reach and has dowels sewn in to help me hold it up. But my absolute favourite part of the costume in my amazing mask which is leather and was made for me by the brilliant leatherworker and costume designer Adam Smith! I love the way this costume turned out and I have found each time I wear it that there are a lot of Batwoman fans out there that appreciate the outcome of my effort and love seeing this fierce, Jewish, lesbian badass hero come to life!