D.I.Y. Geometric Notebook

I'm back with a DIY project - a school related one at that point!

Many of you probably have gone back to school, but it's never too late to have cute school supplies right? I'm a sucker for a good geometric print and when I couldn't find any school supplies that I liked at a reasonable price, I decided to make my own.

Materials

• colored construction paper
• Mod Podge
• sponge brush
• notebook
• scissors
• pencil

Steps

1. Cut out a hexagon that will be used as your stencil (make sure the material is sturdy enough - I used an old postcard)
2. Using this stencil, go to town! Draw a bunch of hexagon on your colored construction paper
   
3. Cut out your hexagons (this step and the previous ones are slightly tedious, but there is a hexagon punch available)
   
4. Organize the hexagons however you want
   
5. Using Mod Podge, it's time to glue them onto your paper
   
6. Add a layer of Mod Podge over the top to seal
   
7. Glue your sheet to the cover of your notebook and cut off the overhanging edges
   

...and you're done! Get ready to school all your classes with your stylish notebooks!

M.I.A.

Sorry for being so, as the title says, M.I.A. By the time you are reading this I'm probably already on the road headed back to college. Another year of tests and papers await. A lot has changed going into this new year of college; I am a little bit nervous going into my sophomore year, but I am also excited to get back into the swing of things.

I had planned a DIY for this post, but I haven't been able to allocate time to sit down and do it. So I'll make you a promise; next week's blog post is going to be a DIY.

I know I've been making a lot of posts just about life updates, but I'm really trying to get to a point where I am consistent with blog posts. I hope that you can just bare with me.

Fourth of July Picks

Post is coming a bit late as the 4th of July is only 2 days away, but here's some inspiration without going too overboard with the red, white, and blue. I've been loving the fringe trend recently in everything from clothing to bags.

Talula 'Fawkner' Blouse || H&M Bikini Top || H&M Bikini Bottoms || Ray-Ban Sunglasses || Topshop Moto Button Skirt || Topshop Knitted Crop Top || Rag & Bone Cutoff Denim Shorts || Madewell 'The Savannah Saddlebag' || Ray-Ban Sunglasses || Topshop Suede Fringe Gilet || Baublebar Cape Town Bracelet Set || J.Crew Panama Hat || Topshop Embroidered Top || French Connection Frill Jumper || Solid and Striped 'The Miranda' Bikini || H&M Striped Dress || J.Crew Chambray Romper || Madewell 'The Riviera' Fringe Tote || Derek Lam 'Cady' Top || Topshop Tassel Crossbody Bag

Summertime Swimsuits

It's officially summer time and that means the beach, the sun, and endless fun. Who says your bikini can't reflect your fun-loving attitude? Here are 12 swimsuits that say everything and more... So put away your basic black bikini and pick one of these bad boys up!

(top to bottom & left to right)

Mikoh || Zimmermann || Solid & Striped || Marysia || Duskii || Lisa Marie Fernandez || Lisa Marie Fernandez || J.Crew || Kiini || Adriana Degreas || Agent Provocateur || Lisa Marie Fernandez

I < 3 NY

The title says it all. I have always had an infatuation with New York and this past trip solidified my love for the City.

My main goal was to help my sister move into her Lower East Side apartment, but the rest of the time was spent exploring. Here's a quick guide to some cool places in NYC (foodie edition!)

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The Fat Radish

Scallops + Bok Choi + Sweet Potato Mash

Bantam Bagels in Greeley Square Park. (bagel holes will cream cheese inside)

Charrúa. Love the decor! and the #‎ChivitoWednesdays‬ deal.

Clinton Street Baking Co. (aka. The highlight meal of the trip!) Best pancakes and biscuits. My dad, who never says he likes the food actually said that the pancakes "were pretty good." WHAT?!? You know your food is good when the toughest critic gives you a compliment.

The rest of the day was spent window shopping in SoHo.

Mid-day snack at the Chobani Cafe. I tried the Chobani Flip Key Lime Crumble and it was surprisingly very tasty. The Key Lime was pretty strong but not overpowering and the chocolate + graham added a little crunch.

Dinner at Delicatessen with MacBar's Mediterranean mac n' cheese.

Starting the day off with a salmon bagel and macchiato at Atlas Cafe.

Washington Square Park

Chelsea Market

Classic ice cream shot in my favorite NYC spot, Central Park

The Mall, Central Park

Bethesda Fountain

Side door of The Boathouse

Conservatory Water (mini boat sailing)

Top of the MET

Laduree + macaroons!

Back in Central Park

A New York City visit isn't a visit without Shake Shack (is it killing anyone else that the straw isn't vertical?)

Ivan Ramen. A little expensive for the amount of food but really delicious