Wishing Wednesday: Birthday Edition

Necklace // iPhone // Ring // Glasses // Mug // Shoes

The official birthday countdown has begun! Next Saturday, I’ll finally be turning sixteen! I feel like this time period has been really weird for me. I have lots of challenging classes, run my blog, and I’m so focused on college and the future that I feel like I’m a mini adult. But I’m still so young. It just clicked that when I start senior year, I’ll just be turning seventeen. Weird, huh?

Obviously, when my birthday comes around, everyone starts asking that dreaded question: “what do you want for your birthday?” This might be just me, but I hate answering that question. Of course, I have some things that I would want for my birthday, but unless you’re my parents, I feel really uncomfortable asking people for specific things, especially if they have a high price tag. I’m usually more of a I’ll take cash or a gift card to Target/H&M/Bath & Body/ etc, but it’s always nice to make a little wish list, I mean, I do it every Wednesday anyways!

I’ve been lusting after a necklace from J.Crew and when I saw that my favorite boutique had it for a fourth of the price, I’ve had my eyes on it since. It would be perfect with simple tops or dresses and would be great if I was going out. I’ve also had my heart set on an iPhone ever since it came out. I’m super jealous of iPhone users who get all the cool apps first and get all the cheap and pretty phone cases. It’s not fair I say! This year I’ve become obsessed with rings, and delicate, personal jewelry. This ring is adorable, small, simple, and best of all, handmade! Another thing I’ve had my eyes on, are a new pair of glasses or contacts (pun completely intended).

*begin rant*  I used to use contacts, but I was too lazy to get my prescription renewed, plus they’re so dang expensive! My glasses are constantly getting in the way of everything, I can’t lay on my side to watch tv, I can’t wear cute sunglasses, the struggle is 110% real y’all. Also, I broke my glasses that I got from Firmoo and I’ve resorted to wearing my old glasses which is a problem for two reasons. One, they are too small from my face and makes it nearly impossible to look up without raising my head at and awkward angle, which I’ve noticed reallllly sucks when you’re sitting down in class. And two, they have transition lenses. I don’t know what made me get transition lenses, but my advice is to NEVER EVER GET TRANSITION LENSES. LIKE, EVER. You will look stupid when you’re outside, you will look stupid right when you get inside, and these stupid lenses don’t even get dark enough to provide adequate coverage from the sun anyways. *end rant*

Despite anthropology being ridiculously overpriced, they have the cutest mugs! I’m already thinking about everything and anything fall, and one of my favorite things to do once the weather drops (which is hopefully soon) is to drink tea or hot chocolate all day long and sit in bed doing absolutely nothing. The last thing on my list are these Vans from a J.Crew collab. Are they really freaking cute? Yup. Do I need another pair of shoes? Nope. Do I still want them anyways? Yup.

So that’s my birthday wish list! I feel like this might have been my longest post yet… Now, excuse me while I send this to every person I know.

July Favorites

Products Mentioned:
Aussie Hair Insurance Split End Protector
Palmers Olive Oil Conditioning Spray
J.Crew Five-Pocket Ponte Pant (similar here, here, here, here, annnnddd here)
J.Crew "Word Up" Journal (Similar)
c/o Urban Peach Boutique Urban Watch in Gold
LED Light

Music Madness #16

School starts on Tuesday. Tuesday, as in TOMORROW. Summer went by way too fast. I didn't post much last week, but I have some scheduled posts that will be up while I get readjusted to school life. I figured if I was gonna wake up at 6:30 every morning, I might as well have an awesome playlist for it, it only makes sense, right?

Also, remember to go enter my giveaway if you haven't already! Last day to enter is the 31st at midnight.

Spotify link here!

Wear It Loud! With rue21 + Giveaway

The day is here! I can finally share the exciting project that I've been working on! A few weeks ago, rue21 contacted me and asked me to be a part of their "Wear It Loud" campaign. They kindly provided me with a $50 gift card to pick out an outfit that I felt represented myself. Wearing it loud is all about wearing what you feel happy and confident in. I remember back in middle school when I was such a try hard. I was always worried about how I looked or how I should dress. As I've gained confidence in my style, I've noticed that I feel better, look better, and get a ton of complements, which is always a mood booster :) I put together this feminine outfit with a bit of edge. I'm a lover of all things neon, so when I found this neon peach skirt, I knew it would be perfect. I paired it with a simple white cami with some stud detailing and a light tan cardigan to keep it school appropriate. One of my favorite parts about this outfit are the earrings! I usually shy away from dangling earrings but the spikes on these ones vaguely remind me of daggers, which I feel can be necessary around some ignorant people… #Sorrynotsorry.

The best part about the Wear It Loud campaign is that rue21 is giving you a chance to win up to a $250 gift card to go on a rue21 shopping spree with me! I will randomly pick one winner from my blog to win a $100 gift card  and then they will have a chance at winning the $250 grand prize. It's super easy to enter, all you have to do is describe, in no less than 100 words, how you would wear it loud in the comments. Make sure to also put your email so I can contact you if you win! The official rules can be found here, and the giveaway will last from now until 12 AM August 1st.

Thanks once again to rue21 for giving me this awesome opportunity, and make sure to check out their facebook, twitter, and Instagram as well as my Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!

Music Madness #15

I start school next Tuesday.

WHAT.

It's funny how quickly work piles up when you avoid doing it, oops. Unfortunately for me, my last week of freedom will be spent writing essays and reading book that is far too big. I finally designed some business cards for TxSC which will hopefully get here on time *crosses fingers*. I also have an announcement to make later this week so stay tuned for that!

Spotify link here!

Pretentious Orange

Top: H&M | Skirt: PacSun | Shoes + Bag: H&M | Watch: c/o Urban Peach Boutique

Hellooo new favorite outfit! I'm a huge fan of simple outfits with a pop of color, so this outfit was right up my alley. I went with this loose black top from H&M with some awesome details. You can't see it very well in the picture, but the top part is this sort of gauze material while the body is  soft and smooth and I love the exposed zipper in the back. I've also been loving my new orange bag because it matches my shoes (which I've worn here and here). It's a bit on the small side, but it holds all of my super basic essentials (phone, chapstick, wallet, lotion.) If I wanted to wear this out or dress it up a bit, I think that these shoes would look great with a pedicure. I'm typically not a skirt or dress wearer since I prefer to sit in various positions without exposing myself to the world, but they've been growing on me lately. 

I feel like I have so much to say about life right now, but no words to say it with. I have a BIG project coming up that I'm extremely excited to share. I'm still wondering if this is reality or if I'm just dreaming. School is getting closer which is another thing I've been thinking about constantly. I've yet to start one of my major projects because I have absolutely no motivation. Even though school is starting soon, that means that Texas Style Council is on it's way! I'm super excited and extremely nervous to meet sooo many amazing women. I know that starting a blog at fifteen is pretty impressive, but I still feel so small compared to other bloggers, especially since the majority of them are adults. Despite being nervous, I'm really excited to learn some new tips and hopefully make some new friends in the crazy world of blogging. Plus, I get to put together some super cute outfits! So if you plan on being at TxSC, let me know! Also that reminds me, I really need to go make business cards...

I would also like to say that the title of this post was completely inspired by this gifset on tumblr. It's hard thinking of your own titles you know?

Wishing Wednesday: Pastel High Waisted Shorts

Not to long ago, I ended up at American Apparel with my friend MC. Despite everything being out of our budget (except for a maybe a nail polish... maybe), we decided to have a field day and try on all the things we wish we could afford. I had my eyes set on a pair of black disco pants and a white fitted cropped tee until MC pointed out these pair of shorts. Never in my life have I ever had such conflicted emotions on a piece of clothing. The pale color palette and juvenile color blocking made me feel like some sort of preschooler gone hipster or soft grunge. I kinda wanted to hate it, but I loved it far too much. They fit perfectly, not too loose at the waist, and not so tight that they would give me a major wedgie, or cut of circulation, if I sit down. The only tops I think are fitting for such a eccentric pair of shorts like these would be either a white or black fitted top. If they weren't so expensive, or hard to style, I wouldn't hesitate to buy them. In fact, whenever I get a job or some sort of income, I think I might have to pick me up a pair.

Plaid is Rad

 Look at that form. I'd give myself a 10/10

Shirt: H&M | Pants: J.Crew (similar) | Shoes: H&M | Necklace: Forever 21(similar) | Watch: c/o Urban Peach Boutique

Long time, no outfit post! Since I'm at home most of the time, my outfits lately consist of leggings and a plain shirt, which isn't exactly post worthy. I got my AP and STAAR scores back so I treated myself, or rather I made my dad buy me, a pair of ponte pants from J.Crew. They're the 5-pocket ponte pant, but I couldn't find them anywhere on the website which I thought was weird. They're basically like the Minnie pant but with pockets. I love how they look and feel structured and fancy, but are actually extremely comfortable and stretchy. I mean, just look at picture 4 if you don't believe me. I swear, ponte pants are just leggings big brother.

I decided to pair this loose plaid shirt with this outfit to balance out the tight pants. Despite the not so great fit, I am in love with this shirt. I think that plaid button downs are one of the most versatile pieces to ever exist in a girl's closet. I added the red-orange shoes because of the subtle red stripes in the shirt. I decided to add a small bib necklace underneath my collar and put on my watch that I've been wearing everyday lately.

Now I'm off to make an attempt at getting some of my school work done. Exactly two weeks left...

Music Madness #14

I think the world just needs a hug and a nap.

Spotify link here.

Wishing Wednesday: Sephora Color Lip Last

Ever since I picked one of these up while in New York, I've been obsessed. The Sephora Color Lip Lasts come in a variety of shades for a reasonable price tag. I have this is "Royal Raspberry" which is a bright matte fuchsia color that I've been seriously loving. 

I like it cause it's really easy to put it on, add some mascara and a touch of eyeshadow, and go on with my day. Anything glossy makes my already full lips look weird and I don't have time to be reapplying lipgloss every two seconds. These lipsticks stay put all day, come in a ton of colors with matte finishes, and pack a punch. What more could a girl want?

Music Madness #13

It's suddenly dawned on me that I have to go back to school at the end of the month. Where the heck did my summer go? I only have 24 days to attempt to be social and hangout with friends, read a 770 page book and write an essay on it, read another 460 page book and write another essay, and then read and outline two chapters in my textbook. Honestly, I don't think I ever left school with the amount of work I was assigned. 

I've been trying to set daily goals for myself since I'm a major procrastinator and that's not gonna work next year all the classes I'm taking. The only way I'm gonna survive junior year, is if I can manage to turn myself into a type A personality, which is highly unlikely to happen, but hey, it's the thought that counts right? I usually can't focus on actually studying or homework when music is playing, but when I'm trying to get chores done, like folding clothes or cleaning my desk, music comes in handy. I made this playlist with songs that are upbeat enough to help you power through your work, but not too upbeat where you're gonna drop everything and dance, because for people like me, that's a legitimate issue. 

Click here for the spotify link!

June Favorites

See what I've been loving in the Month of June!

Products Mentioned:

Concealer (MAC Studio Fix Liquid Foundation in NW45 shown)

Sephora Color Lip Last in Royal Raspberry

Benefit's They're Real Mascara

Beautiful Day Body Spray from Bath and Body Works

Red Flats from H&M

Gold Chain Link Bracelet from Forever 21

Giraffe and Elephant rings from Forever 21

"Mondo" (album) by Electric Guest*

"More Than Just A Dream" (album) by Fitz and the Tantrums**

*Favorites from that album are "The Head I Hold", "Awake", and "Waves"

**Favorites from that album are "Out of My League", "Break the Walls", and "House on Fire"

Fourth of July Lookbook Video

I put together a short little lookbook with four different outfits to wear on the 4th of July. I spent a lot of time on it, and I hope you guys like it! I'm trying to create more video content, so hopefully I will posting at least once a week or so. Let me know what you guys think!

Music Madness #12

I feel like I haven't done a music post in forever! I just got around to listening to the entire new Daft Punk album, Random Access Memories, and I've had it on repeat since. If you've only heard "Get Lucky" from this album, you're seriously missing out. I've been getting really into more Indie Pop and electronic music. It has enough energy to power me through the day without being too distracting. Although, I will admit to stopping everything I'm doing and dancing to "Lose Yourself to Dance" or "Doin' it Right".  I mean, just look at the titles. You know you're doin' it right when you lose yourself to dance.

Click here for the spotify link!