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Current Want: ALDO Foliroli Oxfords

Why: Because they go with anything and they would be perfect for the Spring time.

One year. I have been lusting after these shoes for one whole year. I know what you're all thinking "If you want them so badly why haven't you bought them?" Well these beauties cost $40. They are absolutely worth it, but I don't want to pay more than I have too so I've been waiting for them to go on sale. Just waiting and waiting and waiting, but guess what? 

They. Haven't. Gone. On. Sale. 

Or at least the black ones anyways. (The blue ones and the floral ones are currently on sale.) The only time I've seen these on "sale" was a buy two get $10 off. While that is a decent deal, I'm trying to avoid spending over $40. I think I might have to suck it up and buy these anyways. I would love to pair them with skirts in the spring time, or dresses, or shorts, or just about everything. So ALDO... If you ever want to send me something, or give me a $40 gift card go right ahead.

New Years Resolutions

With 2012 quickly ending, everyone is making their new years resolutions. There is a very good chance that most of us won't keep up with the resolutions we made. The only way I can actually keep up with my goals is if I'm made accountable of them. If everyone knows your goals and you don't achieve them? Embarrassing. By posting my goals, I'm forcing myself to actually do them.

1. Go Natural

I've been flip-flopping on this idea for awhile. Do I stay relaxed or do I try to get of the creamy crack and go natural? (For those of you who don't know, a relaxer, aka creamy crack, is a chemical cream that is used to permanently make your hair straight.) I finally decided to take the plunge and go natural. I will definitely blog more about this as the year goes on!

2. Be a Consistent Blogger

As much as I love blogging, I sometimes let other things or even laziness take over and prevent me from blogging as much as I would like. I have a million blog ideas but it takes forever for me to actually put pen to paper or in this case finger to keyboard. My blog as really improved in the past week and I have no intentions of slowing down.

3. Make My Passion My Job

I love blogging and designing little things and editing pictures. If I can make my passion my job, then I know I've made it. Simple as that.

4. Get Camera Equipment

The only camera items I have right now are my Canon t3i and the kit lens that comes with it. With my brother being a professional photographer (he does video and design as well!) I've kinda turned into a camera geek myself! I dream of new lenses and photoshop filters. I most definitely want to purchase a new lens sometime next year and maybe some better lights for when I get into making videos. I don't know what exact lens I want yet, but I want to get it in 2013 so that I can have better quality pictures!

5. Get My License

Next year, on August 10th, I will finally be turning 16! I haven't started drivers ed so I don't think I will actually get my license on my birthday unfortunately. With my license, it will be a lot easier to make some trips to H&M, Target, or American Apparel ;)

6. Document Everything

Hello Camera, my name is Toyosi and we are going to be best friends this year. I am determined to have my camera by my side at all times! I always have "end of the year videos" in my subscription box like this one or this one and I instantly regret not documenting all the great and wonderful experiences and memories from the year.

7. Explore.

2013 is gonna be a year of adventures. Whether it be exploring hidden places in Austin or venturing out of the state or even the country. If everything works out, and by Gods grace it will, my family and I are going to go visit family in London and Ireland and I really want to stop by in France for a bit. Adventure is out there.

*This is a submission to the IFB project

OOTD: Warm December

Dear Texas, in December it is supposed to be cold. Not warm and 80°. I wore this outfit while going Christmas shopping with my parents at the Domain.  I like how simple and relaxed my outfit was, it made me feel like I was the coolest kid at the Domain.

Headband: H&M | Sunglasses: ALDO | Scarf: Forever 21 | Tank Top: Forever 21 | Cardigan: ZARA | Shorts: Aeropostale | Shoes: Steve Madden | Bag: New Look

Santa I've been Good! I Promise!

With the holiday season being in full swing, everyone, including me, has been making their wish lists. I'm not the type of person to ask for a lot of things but I certainly do want a lot! My family and friends already give me so much. They love me, comfort me, but up with me when I'm in an 'I hate people mood' and so much more. But it still doesn't hurt to put together a little wish list, right?

1. A Large Everyday Purse
2. American Apparel Nail Polishes
3. A Gold Watch
4. Socks
5. Statement Necklaces
6. American Apparel Twist Scarfs
7. Gift Cards to H&M, American Apparel, Target, Zara or a Visa Gift Card

OOTD: Burgundy Gloom

Yet another OOTD with my burgundy pants from H&M. What can I say, I'm obsessed. Today was very gray and gloomy and I partially owe that due to the fact that it's finals week. My heart goes out to the families dealing with a loss today. No parents should ever have to bury their child. It frustrates me knowing that people have the capability to obtain a gun and murder innocent people like this. No one should have to live in fear. Absolutely no one.

Cardigan : ZARA | Necklace: H&M | Shirt: Ralph Lauren | Pants:  H&M | Shoes: Steve Madden | Ring: Forever 21

Ideal Makeup Collection

I know that not to long ago I posted an Ideal Makeup Collection. Well, since then I have narrowed my selections. I love putting on and wearing makeup, but when I find something I like, I stick to it. I rarely wear face makeup, I've only used about six or seven eye products in the last couple months and I only wear chapstick on my lips. I used to be jealous of Youtubers with their acrylic boxes stacked 3 high and 3 wide full of makeup but then it hit me, I don't care about how much makeup I have as long as I look good. What's the point of owning 7 different foundations, 12489 eyeshadows, 20 eyeliners ect? If you look good, you look good and that's all I really care about. Enough with my little rant, now on to what I would consider the perfect makeup collection.

Face:
A concealer, powder, tinted moisturizer, and two or three blushes.

Eyes:
Eight eyeshadows (2 crease colors, two highlight colors, four lid colors), two eyeliners, two mascaras, one base or primer.

Lips:

Splurge: Steve Madden Troopa

Guess who is now the proud owner of the Steve Madden Troopas? This girl right here! I know everybody and their mother has these boots but I've been stalking these babies online for quite some time. When I actually saw these in store, the heavens opened up and the angels rejoiced. (I'm not kidding, it was that beautiful of a moment). They are a bit pricey, but I know that they go with everything and that they will last for years to come. I opted for the cognac ones over the black. I felt like the black were a bit too military for my taste. Because the brown isn't as harsh, it's much easier to pair with feminine outfits. Honestly, my new boots are the love of my life... until I buy something else (American Apparel disco pants, I'm looking at you.)

Steve Madden Troopa in Cognac. $99.