Northbound Fashion Show 2013: ikink

I'm so excited that I've been asked to be part of this years Northbound Fashion show on October 19th, at the Polson Pier in Toronto, ON. Tickets are $45, or $55 at the door. VIP Tickets are also currently on sale and will sell fast so be sure to check it out if you're interested.

For a chance to win a pair of tickets to the event: https://www.facebook.com/events/402774309833543/?ref=22

Make-Up Review: Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer

For the longest time, I didn't even use a primer under my makeup. I didn't realize that my makeup would hold better throughout the day OR that I could have a smoother more awesome finish on my skin if I used it. Over the last few years though, I've been flip flopping through different primers. Overall they always help my makeup last throughout the day, but I never found one that I was super in love with, until just two days ago.

While meandering through Sephora debating which primer to try next, I was directed to Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer by a sales associate. Open to trying something new, she put some on the back of my hand and I was instantly sold. The back of my hand was suddenly incredibly smooth and soft, so I could only imagine how it'd feel on my face.

0.33 oz bottle retailed for $21CDN

So yesterday while doing my makeup I used it for the first time. Not only was my face soft and smooth, but after finishing my makeup, I felt like there was a noticeable difference in smoothness. The pore coverage was much better than previous primers I'd used, and I felt my overall makeup application looked much more finished than usual. Not only is this important for day to day affairs to feel good about how my skin looks, but as a cam girl, I try to have as flawless coverage possible so it translates nicely while I'm streaming for a cam show. This primer, in my mind, is a definite recommend to friends and fellow cam ladies!

New Shots

Since my last post, I've shot and received images from all three shoots I had written about. I've posted some on Twitter, but so we have them all in one place I wanted to do a quick write up about them.

photo credit: Craiger

Craiger from Subspace Dungeon Studios got a new medical gurney, so to showcase this awesome new piece of furniture, we had fun showing all its best angles. For more information on the studio, should you be interested in renting it out to use this or some of the other goodies he has available, check out the website for more details.

I also had the opportunity to be featured this month with two separate retail spaces. First, is Northbound Leather. I shot with them awhile back for their new catalogue being released, I believe, this fall, and can currently be seen on the background image of their website. This time around, I was asked to be one of their models of the month, a shoot they do every month to feature a new guy and girl wearing some of their awesome pieces of clothing. We got to go out on Lake Ontario and shoot on a sailboat for the afternoon to create some wicked shots. For full details on the shoot and more images, be sure to check out the full write-up on the Northbound blog.

photo credit: Jennifer Toole, makeup: Bronwen Weiderick

That same day, I also got to shoot with a small vintage shop downtown TO on Queen West. Featured as Miss August, my Vargas-inspired image can currently be seen in the window of Cabaret Vintage, and will be featured in the more 'r-rated' pin-up calendar being released by KingPin Chic.

photo credit: Jennifer Toole, makeup: Bronwen Weiderick, hair: Amber Fairlie of the Manor Salon

A HUGE shout-out goes to the amazing photographer that shot both of the last two shoots, Jennifer Toole. Not only did she ask me to be part of both projects after having shot me for Northbound a few months earlier, but she came through and created these amazing shots! Be sure to check out her blog, DailyToole, featuring both of these shoots, as well as many other incredible projects. She's a super talented babe who I look forward to working with again sometime in the future!
Also thanks to Bronwen Weiderick and Amber Fairlie for making me pretty for those two shoots as well.

More projects under way. Keep your eyes peeled lovelies!! <3

Spank Me!

So as far as blogging goes, I definitely fail at being regular. Though no one has gotten on my case about my lack of entries, despite my open invitation for spankings should I not follow through. I figured though I would post a little update with respect to upcoming and past gigs!

Torture Garden, back in May: I have one image that was taken while there for the main night. Unfortunately, I came down with something and got super sick and wasn't able to stay for the full night, but from what I got to enjoy, I loved EVERY moment of it. It's such an interesting community and I look forward to being able to enjoy next year (should I not come down with another flash sickness lol)..

By the looks of it, I MAY be shooting again with Northbound Leather coming up, as one of their models for the month!! As far as I know, the catalogue I got to shoot awhile back has not yet been released, but I'll make sure to link/post the photos as soon as I find them available. Still excited to see how they turned out :)

I might also be shooting some Alberto Vargas inspired images for Kingpin Vintage's pin-up calendar. They use a PG image for the window of Cabaret Vintage (a lovelyy little vintage store, downtown Toronto on Queen West) and then put the R-rated image for the 2014 calendar. If this goes through, I'll have more of those images to share as well.

Ooo and I'm ALSO shooting this Friday with Craiger at Subspace Dungeon Studio.. he got a new medical gurney so of course, it's time to play! Last time we shot the straightjacket images with Ordained Images (photographer) as promo for Torture Garden and those turned out amazingly, so I'm excited to see what we can come up with this time :)


That's all for now. Lots to look forward too, so keep your eyes peeled <3

Torture Garden Toronto: Promo Shoot

photo by Ordained Images at Subspace Dungeon Studio

Yesterday I had the privilege of shooting down at Subspace Dungeon Studio for a promo for the upcoming Torture Garden Toronto. As a complete newbie in the fetish community, I was excited that Craiger invited me for the opportunity and am even more excited to dive deeper into this new world!

The event is to be held over the course of a few days next weekend, May 17, 18, and 19th. It's the 5th anniversary of Toronto's biggest fetish party, with performances by Yusura, Chrisalys, and DavidTG. Not only is this my first TG Part, but my first fetish party ever. I've yet to figure out my outfits, but from what I hear, I need to pull out all the stops and come up with something incredible!

I will be sure to take photos and report my experience after the weekend. For those of you who are interested in getting tickets or learning more about the event, head over to http://torturegardentoronto.com 

I hope to see you there!!

Make-Up Review: Micabella Cosmetics

My makeup routine isn't by any means complicated, but usually involves concealer, foundation and powder as my base. This requires three different products and makes the process longer than I'd like to spend on making my face day fresh. 

Just over a week ago while I was doing some downtown shopping on Queen Street in Toronto, I was enticed into a makeup store called Divine Beauty Bar, with an offer to touch up my existing makeup with a foundation by Micabella Cosmetics. Not only did she remove the foundation I had already taken the time to do myself, but she reapplied it with one single product. Needless to say, I was impressed with the final look and decided to take one home for myself. 

The foundation is a 100% all-natural mineral foundation powder and I've been using it now for just over a week. It wears very lightly so it's perfect for day makeup, and provides amazing coverage without needing to use multiple products. Where I usually use concealer to cover up my under-eye darkness, and a liquid foundation, followed by a powder to set, this powder does all three steps in one. I find that with my skin, being much less than perfect, liquid foundation seems to provide a bit of a smoother finish. Although I'm using a primer (currently using Rimmel London Fix & Perfect Pro Primer), I find that my pores are still a bit more visible than I'd like. I can't really complain though for such a light, easy foundation that let's my face breathe so nicely. And although it retails for a price higher than I'd normally pay for a foundation (CAN$99), the clerk said I should get approximately 10 months out of this one container so I figured it was WELL worth the investment. I may look into trying some of their eye shadows and bronzers if I continue to like this product as much as I do so far. If you give it a try, let me know what you think! 

SkyHiWear

I've been meaning to try this out for awhile and finally decided to bite the bullet and make a few experimental tees. SkyHiLights presents SkyHiWear :)

There are only two designs in the store to start so I can vibe it out and see if I like how it works.

SkyHiWear.spreadshirt.com

I hope to come up with a few more designs and once I learn a bit more, get more creative with them. If anyone has any ideas of things I should include, I'm totally open to suggestions. And if you buy one, I'd love if you could take a picture in it so I can see <3

**UPDATE -- the black tshirt has since been removed from the store. Apparently boobies aren't allowed. But I added a replacement!

Mascara Review: Maybelline's the ROCKET Volum'Express

**image from walmart.com

A few weeks ago I had entered Maybelline's Rocket Contest to win passes to Toronto Fashion Week. While I didn't win the passes, I at least won one of their new ROCKET Volum'Express mascaras. Since I don't generally stray from my go-to mascara, Maybelline's Great Lash BIG (pink container, green lid), I was pretty excited to try something new.

I received my mascara in the mail 5 days ago, and I must say, I'm having a love-hate relationship with this product. The dark dramatic black is perfect and with the first coat, it begins to look pretty good on my lashes. I generally like to wear two coats though, and when I do that with this mascara it becomes very difficult to make my lashes even. It instantly starts to clump so I find myself going over my lashes over and over and over again to try and even it out. This just makes it worse. When I'm finally done my eyelashes look very thick and dark, but up close they still look a bit uneven and clumpy. I'm not completely dissatisfied with how my eyes and lashes look with this mascara, but I definitely will be finding an alternative after this one runs out, or returning to my regular.

Overall I'd give the ROCKET Volum'Express mascara a 3/5. I'm not loving it because of the clumping, but not hating it because my lashes still look thick and dramatic. Perhaps because my lashes are long this formula is just not suited to me. If I find a better fit, I'll definitely be sure to share it!

Kate Nash in Toronto

Hair, CHECK! Makeup, CHECK! Casual but cool outfit, CHECK! Lady date, CHECK! Tickets, CHECK! Double check details.... PROBLEM. I was all ready to go to the show on March 8th, but upon checking final details before heading out the door, I realized I was a week early. I had been so excited and remembered only that it was on a Friday night, just forgot to double chick WHICH Friday night.

So fast forward to this past Friday, March 15th. I went through the whole getting ready process all over again, had another predrink with one of my friends, and then proceeded to head downtown to catch the actual show. Friday night Toronto had the pleasure of hosting UK's Kate Nash at the Horseshoe Tavern. The venue always promises a good show and I knew that Nash would do just the same.

We arrived before the opener began so we decided to use the bathroom during that time and primp up in the mirror. I was fixing my hair when none other than Kate Nash herself came out of a stall. Surprised and excited all I could do was compliment her awesome hair before she left. Like really. GET A GRIP right?! lol.. Luckily a few girls had stopped her outside the bathroom for pictures so I was able to grab a picture with her before the show began.

When we went back upstairs to the main room, Supercute! kicked off the show. With Kate Nash taking pictures and dancing off of stage right, the girls and their girly attitude looked comfortable but still very shy. Perhaps that was part of the image and act they were going for. They rocked a very cool look and sound, and included a cover of "Painted Black" with their hard ukelele beats. We made our way to the front corner for a good view but I soon realized that standing in front of the speaker may not have been the best idea for this show. Partially because their singing came off a little bit more like yelling during parts (in my own opinion), but also because later on in the night, Nash's set got heavier and louder.

Supercute! on stage

After what seemed a pretty quick set, the girls left the stage and the crowd waited during a LONG intermission for Nash to grace the stage. She recently released her latest album, Girl Talk, so her set consisted mainly of her newest material. I had listened mostly to a lot of her older material a few years ago so her new sound was a big change, but equally as catchy. Definitely more of a feminist punk feel than what she had put out before. I found a lot of her songs to have a bit of a hypnotizing edge to them. Add that to a heavy bass, some tinny electric guitar, and her incredible stage presence, and you have her show. Personally, I liked the sound she had with some of her older material, but her performance on stage left nothing to be desired and I found myself able to enjoy the whole show regardless.

Kate Nash and her all girl band

 Unfortunately, the crowd and volume levels left me feeling slightly sick closer to the end of the show so I had to move back, but was happy to hear her break out "Foundations" as one of her closing numbers. Chances are I'd see her live again (but next time not so closet to the speaker), and definitely prefer her new material live as opposed to listening to the album at home. Perhaps we'll run into each other in a bathroom again at her next show. Who knows. Overall, amazing show Kate! I thoroughly enjoyed myself :)

Natural Instinct Lingerie

A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to shoot with photographer Tony Felgueiras for a new project coming out of Toronto. Natural Instinct Lingerie (@drivethemwild, www.drivethemwild.ca) is a new playful line of lingerie made of a fragile, sheer nylon. The product line currently consists of a halter top that can be easily ripped off its wearer. The idea behind the line is that it creates a new way to enjoy passion with your partner.

I'm excited to see what else comes from this new line and expect that they'll be quite popular among us cam couples. I know I definitely look forward to using this one for a wild show! ;)

The website has JUST launched as of yesterday, and while they only have 2 products listed right now, if you plan on doing any shopping, be sure to use my coupon code: 'Skyler' (capital S) to get a 10% discount and free shipping.

Hotel Review: Radisson Hotel & Suites Fallsview

A little late, but I wanted to review the hotel we stayed at for Valentine's Day. We booked a room for the night at Radisson Hotel in Niagara Falls, ON. Yes, there are MANY options in Niagara Falls that are more luxurious and fancy, but for our purposes, this looked as if it would be what we were looking for. We wanted to have a getaway from our regular schedule, and use the opportunity to do some special Valentine's cam shows for the night, and the recently renovated hotel looked perfectly ideal.

Upon arrival, check in was quick and smooth, and within minutes we had our room key, wireless password, and directions to our room. We had booked the whirlpool room, and we were pleased to see that the room was just as beautiful as the pictures. The simple pattern on the wall combined with the subtle colour scheme and beautiful view made the room a modern luxury.

*photos taken from radisson.com

Almost instantly my boyfriend ran the jacuzzi tub that was right next to the window, to relax and enjoy our view of the falls. Between the tub and the SleepNumber bed we had in our room (which was beyond dreamy and to DIE for), our room was perfect. Everything was clean and nicely prepared for us.

While we didn't make use of the room service to comment on that, we DID use the complimentary WiFi connection. For a camgirl staying at a hotel, a great internet connection is always a plus! Having the option to be online during at least part of the stay is awesome, and the fact that it was included in the cost of our room (only CAD$126.99 for the night) makes it even better. Streaming was flawless and the new scenery was a nice change from our regular bedroom shows. I added some rose petals to the tub, and it was instantly a Valentine's dream!

Overall, our stay was romantic, relaxing, and completely right for our needs. I was also able to push back our check-out time by a few hours with no extra fees so we didn't have to rush out in the morning. The ONLY negative feedback I have is for the recommendation I got from the front desk for pizza delivery; 321 Pizza was probably the worst pizza and wings I've EVER had. 

I would definitely recommend this room. It was also equipped with a fitness room and pool room, but we were very content in our room so these options were not even a consideration for our stay. If we go back to Niagara Falls for a visit, I don't see why we'd stay anywhere else. I would probably choose to go back when the weather is warmer so that our walk to the tourist attractions, while not far, was far enough in the cold. But I'm also excited to go somewhere new!

Here's to traveling more, and writing out reviews much sooner than a week and a half after our stay  lol..

 Happy Belated Valentine's <3

My Bucket List

There are SO many things that I always say I want to do in my lifetime, or that I've added to my so-called "bucket list" but have never actually written out any form of bucket list. So I've decided that that is precisely what I'm going to do, in a way that is public so I have some form of accountability (even if I don't accomplish some of these until years from now). I know I'll probably miss some so this will definitely be revised over and over well after it's been posted, but here goes....

• travel: particularly Denmark, France, Germany, England, Thailand, Costa Rica, Columbia, Africa, (there will be more)
• do the voice of a cartoon character in a movie
• get a tattoo done by Kat Von D
• makeout with Kleio Valentien
• collab on a clothing line with sizes for tall chicks (clothing, bikinis, lingerie, maybe even shoes)
• go to the Oscars
• adopt a kid 
• hang out with Russell Brand
• buy a vacation property
• sing with the Dixie Chicks
• record an album
• play a stadium concert
• go to the AVN Expo
• nose job
• hang out with other cam girls/people
• own an old warehouse loft
• write a book
• go to a Tony Robbins seminar
• take a flight with Virgin Airlines
• be part of a huge flash mob

Well that's it for now, but like I said the list will probably always be changing and growing as I do the same every single day. If there's anything you think you can help me with, by all means, let's work together!! haha.. Either way, I plan on accomplishing most of these in my lifetime and am so excited at that very idea. Life is such an adventure! 

Let me know what kind of things are on your bucket lists.. I'd love to hear and maybe even get more ideas of my own.

Until next time,

Skyler

xoxo

NOMS! Chicken Tortilla Soup

I hadn't thought of writing about food on my blog, but because I love food so much, it only makes sense to share this love from time to time. Now I'm not much of a cook, but when I find a recipe I'd like, I get more than excited and can't wait to try it out.

Today I decided to search allrecipes.com for something to make my tastebuds dance and happened across "Chicken Tortilla Soup." I LOVE mexican flavours and was feeling the soup vibe on this cold winter day so I went to the grocery store and picked up ingredients. Not only is this easy and quick to make, but it smells absolutely delicious and tastes simply DIVINE, which is why I'm sharing it with you. If you're a fan of soup and spice and Mexican flare, this recipe is a definite must-try. Give it a go, and let me know what you think!

Ingredients (for 6 servings)
- 1 cup chopped onion (I used red)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
- 1 envelope taco seasoning
- 1.5 lbs skinless boneless chicken breast mean, cubed
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup cold water
- shredded Mexican cheese
- fresh cilantro (optional)


Directions

1. Combine onion, chicken broth, tomatoes, and taco seasoning in a large sauce pan; bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir in chicken; reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until chicken is no longer pink, 4 to 6 minutes. Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth; gradually stir into soup.
2. Bring soup to a boil over medium-high heat; cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 1 minute. Top with Mexican cheese and cilantro, and serve with tortilla chips if desired :)

**taken directly from allrecipes.com

BON APPETIT! 

<3

My Blonde Adventures: Shampoo Review

Just over 3 months ago, I made the decision to start my journey from brunette to platinum blonde. I had been blonde for the summer last year, but my hair being significantly shorter, made it much easier to get to the colour I wanted.

This time however, was not quite as easy. A few months before I had done a hair show and although I didn't get left with any crazy colours, I did get left with layers of reddish brunette, which as most of you know, is TERRIBLE to try and get rid of. Not to mention the fact that my hair is longer than last time so trying to get an even blonde is pretty difficult.

While I've only had my hair done twice now (the initial application and one roots touchup), the colour, while still uneven, looks pretty good so far. After the first application, there were still a lot of yellow tones, and even some areas that looked orange. Inexperienced at being blonde I picked up John Frieda Sheer Blonde Toning Shampoo and conditioner from my local drugstore. The lack of toning strength in this shampoo combined with the relentless brassy tones in my hair made for zero results. I spent a good month and a half rocking the dreaded "trying too hard to be blonde" kind of blonde.

Shortly after my second hair lift, and still seeing no difference with my blonde shampoo, I picked up a bottle of Paul Mitchell Blonde Shampoo. I've used it 4 or 5 times now, and I've noticed a significant difference. I realize my hair was already much less brassy to start, but either way, my hair is on its way to that brass-free, ashy platinum blonde that I've been hoping for. While I'm still dealing with a few brassy patches (damn that red), this shampoo is definitely worth using, and highly recommended to any of you blonde bombshells if you're working on losing those warm tones.

Long story short: John Frieda=unimpressive, and Paul Mitchell=amazing!

All the love,

Skye

xoxo

TOY REVIEW: the Wanachi

"Diamonds are a girl's best friend," right? WRONG! Vibrators, my friends, are a girl's real best friend. I think most girls can agree when I say that this discovery opened up a whole new world of fun, orgasms and independence.

When looking for a new toy, I'm always wondering what the best option is, finding myself reading reviews trying to find something with a great rating. The problem, is that because all girls are different and because our lady parts are equally as unique, reading reviews might not always be of any help. Keeping that in mind, I wanted to add my own review to already huge bank of sex toy literature, by writing about my go-to vibrator, the Wanachi.

Coming in at a very affordable price range ($20-30 at the right place), the Wanachi is easy to use, with a simple twist of the end of the handle. The more you twist it, the stronger the vibration, and for a battery-operated toy, the vibration is pretty substantial. I find that I generally need more stimulation and was worried that it may not be strong enough, but this toy definitely does the trick. Because I do cam shows with my boyfriend, I also like using this one because it is easy to use, small enough to not get in the way, and easy to move around with. It also comes in 5 colours (black, white, purple, pink and blue), which is always a nice option.

I've found that the biggest downside with this toy is that it doesn't seem to have a very long life span. For reference, we've gone through a handful of these and they've all consistently broken at the rubbery joint, where the head attaches to the handle. Generally this part allows for flexibility and ease of movement, but when it breaks, the head becomes flimsy and harder to use. But for the price we're paying, I guess we really can't complain that it doesn't hold up in comparison to the heavier duty vibrators.

Overall, I think this toy is pretty great for what it is and the price it costs, but after breaking another one, I'm excited to move on and try something new.

**the toy reviewed in this blog is the Original Wanachi, not to be confused with the mini, or any other variations.

Diving In

My name is Skyler. Last year, my boyfriend (the Heisenberg to my Skyler) and I decided to dive into the world of online camming as a means to make an income with hopes to get by and be able to pay the bills. Inspired by Walter White in Breaking Bad, we thought we'd "break bad" in our own sense, by doing something we consider to be fun and convenient despite the social taboos that might come with it. I can say that this has been the most liberating decision I have ever made in my life, and have never been happier.

While I never expected to take the route of making online porn, I always thought I'd do something that involved social networking/marketing, or blogging, but those things seem to be coming as a result. I've always wanted to write a blog and have started writing ideas and making plans but have never followed through for lack of inspiration and passion. While I love fashion, makeup, shopping, music, movies, and other girly type things, and have dabbled in the world of fashion modeling, that didn't seem to be enough inspiration to write about it. Only recently have I thought to combine those loves with my love of sex and all things porn to make a blog that I would get excited to build, and perhaps in turn, that others might get excited to read.

So far, these are some ideas that I've come up with, in terms of future content. Feel free to contribute ideas of things you'd like to read, or hear from me, or things you'd like me to learn about to report back my own experience.

• Fashion - great shopping finds, favourite articles of clothing, great lingerie panty hauls
• Sex toy reviews ;)
• Beauty product reviews on some personal favourites
• Book, movie, music reviews on what's inspiring me at the moment
• Photoshoots
• Camming experiences - with each other and hopefully in the future, with other online cam models/people, porn/industry people
• Travel experiences

I'm super excited to build on these ideas and to share more sides of myself and my interests. I'm looking forward to hearing feedback as well because as much as I'm doing this for me, I also take great pleasure in knowing it's something that YOU might enjoy too. Expect a post at LEAST every Saturday, and if I start to slack, give me a gentle slap on the ass.

love always, 

SkyHi

@skylerhberg