I have been in chill mode since I have returned from Hawaii. Well, not really chill mode. I’ve been working on my eBay store and pitching my digital media services to a few brands. I was getting cabin fever. In my need to get out and be around people, I went to Thrifting on the Ave in downtown Detroit. The Lip Bar was there for the unveiling of their new mobile cosmetics bar, The Lip Bar Mobile.
You may be familiar with The Lip Bar from their appearance on Shark Tank. I was excited to go because the owner’s story is so similar to mine. Owner Melissa Butler, who hails from Detroit, moved to NYC after graduating college. She worked on Wall Street for a bit. The idea of The Lip Bar came to fruition after being unsatisfied with the harmful chemical content in lipsticks. In her pursuit to make healthier lipsticks in bold colors, Melissa quit her job and moved back home. And this is where The Lip Bar was born – right in her kitchen.
Owner Melissa Butler
All of The Lip Bar cosmetics are cocktail inspired. Melissa Butler is your makeup mixologist and has created a premium bar menu that includes shades like ‘Amaretto Sour’ and ‘Cosmo’. Yum! The lipsticks are vegan with several natural ingredients like avocado oil, shea butter and vitamin E.
The lip colors are currently available on The Lip Bar’s website, Urban Outfitters’ and Nylon. The lipstick is $20 and the Lip Liqueur costs $18. Also check out The Lip Bar Mobile which is a mobile cosmetic bar that will tour the country. You will be able to try on lip colors and make purchases. Follow their escapades on Instagram at #TheLipBarMobile!
Wearing: Thrifted Coat | Forever 21 High Waist Denim | Sole Society Riding Boots | Louis Vuitton Speedy Bag
It was great running into Inez from Style Chic 360. She is one of the first blogger friends I met when I started blogging. She is the one who took me on my 1st thrifting excursion.
I also met Detroit blogger and jewelry designer Liz from Illustrious Liz. I’m looking forward to meeting more Detroit bloggers.
If you are in the metro Detroit area, be sure to check out Thrifting on the Ave. They have some really cool vintage pieces that won’t break the bank.
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So much cuteness in the D!
Thanks, Dee! There is so much happening here. I’m trying to keep up.
It was so nice to meet you in person! Great recap.
It was great to meet you too!
Oh! Those colors are so nice! I’m gonna have to check them out. Hopefully they’ll make a stop in DC soon 🙂 #BLMGirls
I hope you get the chance to check them out. You won’t be disappointed.
Super exciting. Thanks for sharing! #BLMGirls Rock
Will definitely have to follow The Lip Bar and see if they’ll be heading to my area. I do enjoy beauty products that are made from natural ingredients compared to those with harsh chemicals.
Right! They put so many harmful chemicals in beauty products. And our skin is one big organ that absorbs it.
When I saw them on Shark Tank, I was rooting for them. Thanks for sharing! Great recap.
P.S. Heeyyy, Inez! 😉
~Whitney
http://www.whitneynicjames.com
I was so disappointed when they didn’t get funding. The Sharks didn’t get it.
Love The Lip Bar’s Purple Rain, I have been wearing it on my lips for about 2 years now and love it!!! Was so excited to see them on Shark Tank and now their Mobile Truck is moving!!
Wow! I’m glad to hear that you like their lip colors.
I saw the ladies on Shark Tank and I really wanted them to get a deal. I love the idea and I am rooting for them all the way. #BLMgirls
Great photos. Looks like a wonderful event! I have got to start watching Shark Tank–everyone says it’s great!!!