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And The Winner of the MBB Gwen Stefani Makeup Challenge Is…

March 30th, 2010 by Karen 50 Comments

Can I just start off by saying how much I’ve been Harajuku lovin’ all of your fantastic MBB Gwen Stefani Makeup Challenge looks? You guys are so talented, and dagnabbit y’all made it hard for me to pick just one. ALL of your submissions were Gwen-worthy and great. 🙂

But after much deliberation, Tabs and I have chosen a winner.

And the winner is…


Rachael! Rachael channelled Gwen from her breakthrough What You Waiting For video, with bold lips, big eyes and an Alice In Wonderland vibe.


Whatchu waiting, watchu waiting for?

Congrats, Rachael. 🙂 I hope you love your Sunshine Cuties perfume set (autographed by Gwenny-Gwen-Gwen herself, holla!).

But wait, there’s more…

Originally, the challenge was only supposed to have one winner, but Tabs has decided to award prizes to three runners up.

Congrats to Beth, Amber and Kelly! Each of you will be getting $10 cash gift cards via PayPal to spend on whatever makeup (or anything else) you want. 🙂

Three runners up will receive $10 PayPal gift cards!

  1. Beth
  2. Amber
  3. Kelly

Beth

Amber

Kelly

What a great challenge, girls, and thanks for your entries! Choosing a winner was a tough decision, but I hope you had fun no matter what. We’ll be having many more of these challenges around here, so stay tuned for your chance to win!

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

And The Winner of the MBB Gwen Stefani Makeup Challenge Is… / Originally published March 30th, 2010

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  1. straw says

    March 30th, 2010 at 6:44 am

    what can one buy with a $10 gift card? why bother?

    Reply
    • Karen says

      March 30th, 2010 at 6:52 am

      Hi straw,

      It’s just a little something meant to brighten someone’s day. Speaking of that … you have a nice one, okay? 🙂

      Reply
      • HC says

        March 30th, 2010 at 3:23 pm

        Kill ’em with kindness. ♥

        Reply
      • denise says

        March 31st, 2010 at 7:09 am

        good one Karen
        .-= denise’s last blog post… Spring it =-.

        Reply
      • shivotra says

        March 31st, 2010 at 2:46 pm

        LOL! Go, Karen!

        Reply
    • Shah'ada says

      March 30th, 2010 at 7:03 am

      Oh for holy rude. Karen, you rock.

      Reply
      • ines + cha cha says

        March 30th, 2010 at 7:13 am

        agreed…. karen, you rock for even bothering!
        .-= ines + cha cha’s last blog post… Le Look Du Jour – Bronze, Blue & Fuchsia/Dance Update =-.

        Reply
        • Susan says

          March 30th, 2010 at 8:13 am

          My goodness, I believe someone’s Cheerios might not have been to their liking this morning? It was great that you provided runners-up prizes, Karen! The contest was a fun idea and we love you!

          Reply
    • Steffi says

      March 30th, 2010 at 11:55 am

      Oh, I can think of a LOT of things to buy with 10 bucks.

      Reply
    • Summer Staff says

      March 30th, 2010 at 12:04 pm

      Why bother commenting when no one cares about your negativity?

      Reply
    • marisol says

      March 30th, 2010 at 6:35 pm

      If you check this post, there are about 10 drugstore goodies you can get for under $10. Pretty kick ass if you ask me.

      https://www.makeupandbeautyblog.com/beauty-tips/15-reasons-to-love-drugstore-beauty-products/
      .-= marisol’s last blog post… Liberty of London haul =-.

      Reply
    • Peachykeen says

      March 30th, 2010 at 9:23 pm

      Wow, people are just so rude and honestly disgust me!

      Reply
    • Crissy says

      April 1st, 2010 at 7:34 am

      You can get a bunch of fun things for that amount! I’m sure we would all love an extra $10!

      Reply
  2. beth says

    March 30th, 2010 at 6:52 am

    karen, thanks so much! it was a fun contest to enter, i figured even if i didn’t win i could have a hot new facebook pic, but i am glad to have won a runner up prize! that is really generous of you, to have picked runners up, thank you so much! 🙂 and congrats to rachel, thats a really amazing job!
    .-= beth’s last blog post… poizenisxkandee: damnit, physics 3. =-.

    Reply
  3. mkdallas says

    March 30th, 2010 at 7:02 am

    OMG, “straw”…what a nasty comment to make when someone’s done something nice! Karen busts her butt writing this blog, taking photos, purchasing products to review, putting on the products, etc., all of which takes a huge amount of time and we get to enjoy all of her efforts through this blog. for free. She and Tabs are a major bright spot in many readers’ days; why do you feel the need to come on here and hurt her feelings with your nastiness? Karen, thanks for all you do and please disregard the negativity; I love your blog and look forward to reading it every morning!

    Reply
  4. Liz G. says

    March 30th, 2010 at 7:27 am

    I agree with mkdallas and all of the others. Straw, you are just jealous. Get over it and grow up. Karen, you do a fabulous job, I read you every day! Keep up the great work!

    Reply
  5. Michelle says

    March 30th, 2010 at 7:31 am

    Such a fun contest! Your prizes were awesome and generous! Wow, I really love the pic of Gwen you used at the top of this post — so gorgeous! And the winners did a great job 🙂

    Reply
  6. NINA says

    March 30th, 2010 at 7:32 am

    Heya girls awesome looks!

    And awesome contest, Karen and Tabs!

    😀

    Reply
  7. Eileen says

    March 30th, 2010 at 7:42 am

    Karen, you’re a real lady–and a mighty humorous one at that. Your response to Straw was perfect. People like that aren’t happy unless they’re raining on someone’s parade.

    Congratulations to all your lovely winners for getting in the spirit and having some fun. It brightened my day. 🙂

    Reply
  8. Stef says

    March 30th, 2010 at 7:46 am

    Nice job on this fun giveaway ladies! Congratulations.
    .-= Stef’s last blog post… LORAC Multiplex 3D Lip Gloss review =-.

    Reply
  9. Meghan says

    March 30th, 2010 at 8:01 am

    everyone looks great. i love all the creativity. congrats girls!

    Reply
  10. Kelly says

    March 30th, 2010 at 8:11 am

    Thanks so much Karen this was really fun! 🙂

    Reply
  11. Marce says

    March 30th, 2010 at 8:54 am

    Congratulations to Rachel and the 3 runners up! Very nice makeup…this is fun, next time I might take part just for the heck of it 😀
    .-= Marce’s last blog post… Vanidades + Lancome = Trés Chic =-.

    Reply
  12. Liliana says

    March 30th, 2010 at 9:23 am

    oh i’m definitely entering for sure next time! and to a broke a$$ grad student like me $10 is like a jackpot!!! buys me lunch!

    Reply
  13. pia says

    March 30th, 2010 at 9:37 am

    Congrats to Rachel!! I loved the 3rd pose!

    Congrats also to Beth, Rachel and Kelly!
    You girls are super talented!
    .-= pia’s last blog post… Somekind of Safety Blanket =-.

    Reply
  14. Katie says

    March 30th, 2010 at 9:59 am

    Ugh-That first comment made me really sad for many reasons…but once again your grace in dealing with it has proved to me and others why we read your blog-your amazing personality! Thanks for all you do! And I hope you have a wonderful day!!

    Reply
  15. Jen says

    March 30th, 2010 at 10:30 am

    Congrats, ladies! And Rachael’s pics are AMAZING! Love the Alice in Wonderland vibe!

    Reply
    • Rachael says

      March 30th, 2010 at 10:58 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  16. Katie says

    March 30th, 2010 at 10:51 am

    I’m assuming, or hoping that girl didn’t mean that in a bad way. Sometimes it’s hard to tell how someone says something on blogs because, of course, you can’t hear their tone of voice. I’ll give her the benefit of the doubt.

    Either way, congrats to the girls who won the contest! I know I would appreciate a $10 gift card, it cuts 10 dollars off of a $15 Napoleon Perdis lipgloss!
    .-= Katie’s last blog post… Black Rebel Motorcycle Club =-.

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    • Katie says

      March 30th, 2010 at 10:58 am

      ooh, and my personal favorite is Amber’s. You are gorgeous girl! I’m loving that red lipstick <3
      .-= Katie's last blog post… Black Rebel Motorcycle Club =-.

      Reply
      • Amber says

        March 30th, 2010 at 9:38 pm

        Aww thank you so much!! <3
        .-= Amber's last blog post… Sp3ctrum Cosmetics Giveaway!! =-.

        Reply
  17. erica says

    March 30th, 2010 at 11:07 am

    ahhh! i can’t believe i missed this — would have been ALL over it! congrats & great job to the winners though 🙂

    Reply
  18. Sophie says

    March 30th, 2010 at 11:10 am

    Yay congrats to the winners, and I agree on your first pick – amazing! =)
    .-= Sophie’s last blog post… Creative resumes – add personality to your resume =-.

    Reply
  19. Brenda says

    March 30th, 2010 at 11:24 am

    Congrats to the winners. I love Rachael’s last pic, looks sort of dewy and mystical. Hope you 4 enjoy your prizes. Thanks for all your hard work Karen.

    Reply
  20. lexi says

    March 30th, 2010 at 11:35 am

    CUTE!
    Congrats to all the ladies!

    Reply
  21. gio says

    March 30th, 2010 at 12:02 pm

    All the looks are beautiful! Congrats girls!
    .-= gio’s last blog post… Sunday Beauty Reads, 28/03/10 =-.

    Reply
  22. Summer Staff says

    March 30th, 2010 at 12:06 pm

    Woah! Rachel’s look was pretty cool, I must admit. I could imagine that with some peachy shadow, recreating the Lady Gaga ‘Bad Romance’ with the big eyes, with the falsies and white eyeliner.

    Reply
  23. Andreita says

    March 30th, 2010 at 12:55 pm

    Congrats to the winner and the runner up winner’s, I wanted to enter this contest but I live outside the US, but I’m looking forward to other contests btw Alice is my favorite right after Ariel of course!!!

    Reply
  24. Lindsay says

    March 30th, 2010 at 1:07 pm

    Great contest! Hope you do another one like this 🙂
    .-= Lindsay’s last blog post… Review: Maybelline Full ‘N Soft Mascara =-.

    Reply
  25. Rica says

    March 30th, 2010 at 1:13 pm

    Congrats to all winners! I love Rachel’s look! I think it’s very clever. And I love how what she did with her costume because I do love Alice in Wonderland. Ahh, I wanna watch the movie again!
    .-= Rica’s last blog post… WLC self reflection #1 =-.

    Reply
  26. Patty says

    March 30th, 2010 at 1:19 pm

    Karen, you are a generous, caring, lovely lady and you obviously put a lot of effort in all you do. Those of us who read and enjoy all the things you do and say every day are very appreciative and love you and Tabs. Keep up the good work!

    Reply
  27. Kae says

    March 30th, 2010 at 1:44 pm

    Grats to all the winners! I can see why it was so hard to pick a winner. 🙂
    .-= Kae’s last blog post… Stained nails update =-.

    Reply
  28. britney says

    March 30th, 2010 at 3:20 pm

    Karen,
    i would haveso loved to have entered this challenge. I so hope that you will have more like this…. these are always the thebest and funnest ways to get involved with your blog. I just wish I had the time to sit down and participate. 🙁 in this particular one. But, Hey…GREAT work girls. You all look awsome.

    Reply
  29. beautylogicblog says

    March 30th, 2010 at 3:31 pm

    Karen, we adore you. don’t let that negative person ruin your day.

    Reply
  30. Jo says

    March 30th, 2010 at 3:57 pm

    Congrats to the winners and well done! It’s always fun to see how creative people can get with makeup. Great contest!

    Reply
  31. Alexandra says

    March 30th, 2010 at 4:48 pm

    Congratulations everyone. I dont think i would have the nerve to enter a contest lol.
    Im camera shy,doesnt help lol.

    Reply
  32. The Crochet Queenn says

    March 30th, 2010 at 4:59 pm

    Congrats!!! Let me see, with $10.00 I can buy, Starbucks any flav, Itunes download,
    Lunch @ Panera Bread,SunBlock,Nail Polish,Nail Polish Remover,Jamba Juice,Cold Stone Creamery oh and “ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHOCLATE FACTORY” they make the best Choclate Chip Cookies!

    Have a Great day *~*
    .-= The Crochet Queenn’s last blog post… 2′ by 4′ Afghan Throw Blanket,Photo Prop,converts to Fringe hammock Shown in Powder Blue,Steel Blue and Sapphire with 4 Flower Accents and Fringes, Ready to Ship =-.

    Reply
  33. marisol says

    March 30th, 2010 at 6:33 pm

    Congrats to you all!
    .-= marisol’s last blog post… Liberty of London haul =-.

    Reply
  34. Toni says

    March 31st, 2010 at 7:19 am

    Congrats to everyone! I loved looking at your photos! And Karen, you are so sweet and generous and very gracious to everyone.

    Reply
  35. Niki says

    March 31st, 2010 at 4:23 pm

    Congrats to everyone! Karen, you are immaculate. You just handle things so well! I could get a good little haul of polish at Target with a $10, I’m telling you. 😉
    .-= Niki’s last blog post… Hiatus! =-.

    Reply

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