Steve Madden Shannon Wedges, $89.95
Raye Drew Sandal, $170
H&M Platform Sandals, $34.99
Steve Madden Sabbie Sandals, $89.95
Vince Abby Sandal, $295
Topshop Wolf Wedge, $75
Topshop Wave Wedge, $100
Tuesday, May 31, 2016
Trending Now: Flatform Sandals
I hope your Memorial Day was enjoyable. For me, I spent it at home relaxing and writing a couple of blog posts. I posted my first "Trending Now" blog post a couple of days ago and I am really liking this series. Even though they are pretty time consuming to research, choose, and organize the layout of these collages, they are fun to make. Here is a trend that I am loving and have seen around in the blogosphere.
Monday, May 30, 2016
Current Favorites // 003
Happy Memorial Day! I hope you are all enjoying your day, may it be a fun family barbecue or a relaxing chill day before going back to the usual daily grind. Below are some of my favorites of the week and I hope that you will share some of yours in a comment below!
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Favorite Song
I realize that many of my favorite songs are a little bit mellow on the verge of sad. That's not my usual mood, but it is the kind of music that I like. I like songs with a darker tone and this one is not to far from it. To be honest I'm not entirely sure what the name of the song is because I have read 'Darker Than Dawn' and I have also read 'Don't You Cry For Me.' But whatever the name of the song I think it's worth listening to.
Favorite TV Show
I am loving House right now. It's only been 2 months and I am already on season 7. There truly is a reason why the show and the cast has won numerous awards. Hugh Laurie does and amazing job as House and the rest of the cast is equally great. The only downside is that the first couple seasons are probably the best in my opinion. Season 7 so far is okay but I much prefer season 1 - 4.
Favorite Beauty Product
Now that I have finished it and am no longer using it, I have noticed how much I love Elisha Coy's Water Drop Suncream. Unlike most of the sunscreens I have tried, this one is not too greasy and it is lightweight which makes makeup much easier to apply.
Favorite Game
This is sort of a random favorite, but I have been obsessively playing Minesweeper. It is an old game that I used to play all the time on my old desktop computer. I am so obsessed I even downloaded the app and I have played over 5,000 games. It is a super easy to understand game and highly addictive. It is perfect for taking up time while you are waiting at the DMV or waiting at the doctor's office.
Friday, May 27, 2016
Trending Now: Off-The-Shoulder
Memorial Day is just around the corner which means Summer is coming! Hopefully all your summer days are filled with sunny skies, beach days, and delicious piña coladas. Weather you are sitting on the sand enjoying the sunshine or are computing to work like the rest of us, here is a clothing trend that makes you feel like you are one step closer to a tropical beach getaway.
Madewell Eyelet Top, $88
Aerie Crochet Romper, $39.95
Isolda Cotton Top, $352
Zara Dress, $39.90
H&M Blouse, $25
Chloé Lace Mini Dress, $429
Zara Top, $35.90
Zara Top, $49.90
Aerie Crochet Trim Tee, $39.95
H&M Blouse, $30
H&M Blouse, $25
H&M Blouse, $25
Monday, April 18, 2016
Current Favorites // 002
I know my last post was a Current Favorites, but I have to say that I am liking these posts. They really aren't specific to any topic and I am talking about my favorites. And as always, I would love it if you would leave a comment below telling me what some of your favorites are!
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Favorite Song
This song is pretty different than my last favorite song, but nonetheless, it is amazing. Andra Day has such a powerful and captivating voice. The song is very uplifting and I always feel 'larger than life' after hearing this song. It makes me feel like I am going to tackle my biggest fear and kill it. After listening to this song it makes me feel more confident and ambitious. There are many videos of Andra Day's "Rise Up" on YouTube, but the one below is from The Ellen Show, which, in my opinion, is the best one
Favorite App
Feast is my current favorite app. Actually, having a favorite app is quite rare because I don't tend to download apps that frequently on my phone. This one is for my foodies out there. Recipes from different chefs all strategically categorized. Vegetarian? You can easily weed out meals with meat. They also have filters for you if you are Gluten-free, Vegan-friendly, Nut-free, etc. You can favorite recipes, there are beautiful vibrant photos, and my favorite part is the method videos where they teach you how to do things like chop an onion or clean a muscle (perfect for a beginner cook, like me!) The only downside though is the fact that not all recipes are free. There are still plenty of recipes that you don't have to have a premium account for, but there are other times I get disappointed when I find a recipe is locked.
Favorite Person
Karlie Kloss. You probably know her as a Victoria Secret model or one of Taylor Swift's best friends, but she is actually quite cool and now one of my role models. Karlie is more than meets the eye; she is truly an inspiring individual. She has been using her voice to promote girls who code in a predominantly male field. Karlie has partnered with the Flatiron School and created the Kode with Karlie Scholarship for twenty girls to attend the Flatiron School and take courses in software engineering. I wish I was eligible, but at twenty, sadly I am too old. I wish this opportunity was around when I was in high school; but I guess this is still an opportunity to share it with others. So if you are are girl between 13 and 18 and interested in coding, you should check out the Kode with Karlie Scholarship. Below is the official video. (I can't believe it doesn't have more views, but in a way, it is a good thing; if you are interested and eligible, you will probably have a better chance of being one of the twenty)
Favorite Dog
And lastly, on a lighter note, my favorite dog. I just got back from a three-month study abroad trip in Barcelona, where they truly love their dogs. Not a single day goes by where I didn't see or hear a dog. Seeing them with my two eyes, which surprisingly, had never happened before, only enhanced my love for West Highland Terriers. I don't think much else needs to be said because they say a picture is worth a thousand words; therefore I leave you with this cute face.
This song is pretty different than my last favorite song, but nonetheless, it is amazing. Andra Day has such a powerful and captivating voice. The song is very uplifting and I always feel 'larger than life' after hearing this song. It makes me feel like I am going to tackle my biggest fear and kill it. After listening to this song it makes me feel more confident and ambitious. There are many videos of Andra Day's "Rise Up" on YouTube, but the one below is from The Ellen Show, which, in my opinion, is the best one
Favorite App
Feast is my current favorite app. Actually, having a favorite app is quite rare because I don't tend to download apps that frequently on my phone. This one is for my foodies out there. Recipes from different chefs all strategically categorized. Vegetarian? You can easily weed out meals with meat. They also have filters for you if you are Gluten-free, Vegan-friendly, Nut-free, etc. You can favorite recipes, there are beautiful vibrant photos, and my favorite part is the method videos where they teach you how to do things like chop an onion or clean a muscle (perfect for a beginner cook, like me!) The only downside though is the fact that not all recipes are free. There are still plenty of recipes that you don't have to have a premium account for, but there are other times I get disappointed when I find a recipe is locked.
Favorite Person
Karlie Kloss. You probably know her as a Victoria Secret model or one of Taylor Swift's best friends, but she is actually quite cool and now one of my role models. Karlie is more than meets the eye; she is truly an inspiring individual. She has been using her voice to promote girls who code in a predominantly male field. Karlie has partnered with the Flatiron School and created the Kode with Karlie Scholarship for twenty girls to attend the Flatiron School and take courses in software engineering. I wish I was eligible, but at twenty, sadly I am too old. I wish this opportunity was around when I was in high school; but I guess this is still an opportunity to share it with others. So if you are are girl between 13 and 18 and interested in coding, you should check out the Kode with Karlie Scholarship. Below is the official video. (I can't believe it doesn't have more views, but in a way, it is a good thing; if you are interested and eligible, you will probably have a better chance of being one of the twenty)
Favorite Dog
And lastly, on a lighter note, my favorite dog. I just got back from a three-month study abroad trip in Barcelona, where they truly love their dogs. Not a single day goes by where I didn't see or hear a dog. Seeing them with my two eyes, which surprisingly, had never happened before, only enhanced my love for West Highland Terriers. I don't think much else needs to be said because they say a picture is worth a thousand words; therefore I leave you with this cute face.
Monday, February 29, 2016
Current Favorites // 001
First of all, I apologize dearly for taking such a long hiatus. I do not want to list a bunch of excuses for not posting in a while. The truth in the matter is that I haven't been inspired to post. I've been stuck for a while trying to choose what content to post. I initially thought that I would do a beauty blog, then a travel blog, and then a blog just posting my thoughts. I guess what I'm trying to say is that from now on, I'm not really sure. I will post whatever I am feeling at the moment. I know people like consistency and schedules, but just like life, you never know what will happen. So, for now I hope you enjoy this new series called current favorites, where you guess it... is about things I am liking at the moment. And, as always, I would appreciate it so much if you were to leave me a comment below!
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Favorite Song
Well, to be honest, the reason I am posting this blog post is because I am completely in love with this song and I don't even want to know how many times I've listened to this song. Don't get me wrong, I do believe that breakup/love songs can help people through life situations, but it is very refreshing to hear this song. I don't want to analyze this song too much, but it is basically about coming to terms with mistakes made in the past and willingness to pay the price for those wrongdoings. Like any and all human beings, we make mistakes and I love how this song doesn't have a happy ending, but a real dilemma and a real outcome.
Favorite Clothing Item
I'm studying abroad in Barcelona, Spain right now and I've gone shopping a few times already. I can access some of these stores back in the States, but since Mango and Zara are Spanish brands, they are slightly cheaper here. As I write this, I've only worn them once and bought them this past Friday, but I can already tell that I am going to get a lot of use out of them. These shoes from Stradivarius are what I was looking for for ages. I wanted a low heel black bootie with an almond toe, and that is what I got. I can't speak about the longevity of these shoes, but they are stylish and fairly comfortable.
Favorite Show
I discovered the song above from my favorite show, Suits. Suits has actually been my favorite show for years now. In fact, between White Collar and Suits, I'm not sure which show I like better (I guess I really like USA Network shows in general). The combination of wit, high stakes, and the location make it the perfect trifecta. New York has been my favorite city since I was little and I've always wanted to live there. I'm not sure if I'm ever going to live in a sky high apartment like Harvey Specter, but it's nice to dream. The comedy paired with the intensity of each decision makes this show very enticing. The season finale will take place this Wednesday and I'm so excited!
Favorite Place
I know I have already listed New York City as the top spot, but I have been loving Barcelona. I've been here for 2 months now and it has been an amazing experience. This city is awesome because so many things are so close by and within walking distance. There are so many restaurants, grocery stores, even a park nearby. The weather is usually sunny and warm, which is very different from the winters that I am usually accustomed to in Illinois. I'm pretty used to this nice weather and I kind of feel like a Californian who thinks 50 degrees is cold. Another thing I love is how much they love their dogs. I have never seen so many dog shops around. Owner take their dogs out without a leash and it is crazy how well behaved the dogs are. They follow their owners and don't get distracted. The food is amazing, the fashion is amazing, and the people are amazing. I will be very sad to return home. I can't believe that I only have one more month here.
