Current Read: Looking for Alaska

Hi lovely! I find that sometimes I have to remind myself how much I actually enjoy reading. In these technology filled times I find that sometimes it is nice to look away from the screens and into a book. Not an iBook or an eBook, a physical book. (I do appreciate the smell of a brand new book) I feel like when in school some people loose their love of reading after they are forced to read books that do not interest them or that are just as fun to read as watching grass grow. (No offense to anyone who finds grass growing fun) I have revived my love for reading over the past few months and I must say that it feels quite nice.

 Currently I am read "Looking for Alaska" by John Green. I chose to read this book after hearing people talk about it online. I had never read any of his books before so I was unsure if I would like them or not. I am a little over halfway through the book and I really like it. I'm finding some aspects of the story relatable and very real. I'm planning on reading "The Fault in Our Stars" as soon as I finish this one I have heard amazing things about it. I will leave the summary of "Looking for Alaska" below. If you are looking for a book to read, give this one a go! Have a nice rest of the week! Xx

Summary:

Before. Miles "Pudge" Halter's whole existence has been one big nonevent, and his obsession with famous last words has only made him crave the "Great Perhaps" (François Rabelais, poet) even more. Then he heads off to the sometimes crazy, possibly unstable, and anything-but-boring world of Culver Creek Boarding School, and his life becomes the opposite of safe. Because down the hall is Alaska Young. The gorgeous, clever, funny, sexy, self-destructive, screwed-up, and utterly fascinating Alaska Young, who is an event unto herself. She pulls Pudge into her world, launches him into the Great Perhaps, and steals his heart.After. Nothing is ever the same.

Cheeky Quote Tuesday

Style Icons

Well hello you lovely reader you! I hope your weekend is going well. Today's post is centered around the picture below, my style icons. These are the women whose style I admire and take notes from. I absolutely love each of these ladies, some classic, some edgy, and some a bit of both. They are not afraid to experiment with looks and just go for it. 

If I had to pick one word to describe my personal style, I wouldn't be able too. It all depends on how I am feeling each day. (Relatable?) Some days I want to dress more "Audrey" and wear something simple and timeless while others days I just want to wear an oversized sweatshirt and sneakers like Cara. Most of these girls are like that too. There are times when you see them bringing the full on glam and sometimes they're as simplistic as can be. I love their red carpet style but also their street style. If you are unfamiliar with some of the fashionable females, I will leave a list of their names below.

Starting from the top right: Cheryl Cole, Miranda Kerr, Victoria Beckham, Cher Lloyd, Rachel Zoe, Danielle Bernstein, Lou Teasdale, Ariana Grande, Perrie Edwards, Ellie Goulding, Zoe Sugg, Ashley Tisdale, Cara Delevingne. Jade Thirlwall, Emma Watson, Audrey Hepburn, Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen, Rita Ora.

Cheeky Quote Tuesday

"Guess who's back, back again.." Cheeky Quote Tuesday is back for 2014! Woo Yaa! If you are new to this blog, "Cheeky Quote Tuesday" is simply a nice quote that I have found within the past week, and is  something that I have found to be relative to my life or is just nice. Hopefully it will inspire you, motivate you, or just make you laugh! Xx

If you haven't seen these gems before, be sure to click on the tag "Cheeky Quote Tuesday" and have a scroll!

App-y Days

Hello! I hope your having a nice Sunday! As we live in a tech world and everyone is always on some form of technology, I thought it would be appropriate to share with you some apps that I am loving. They are also all FREE which makes things a whole heck of a lot more intriguing! So have a look and see if any of these interest you. Xx

LINE camera

This app is my "go-to" for editing and putting filters on pictures. The Beauty section is quite amazing also with how many changes you can make:)

Montage Lite

I really like this app, especially for when you want to post multiple photos on Instagram. 

Squaready

A must if you do not always want to post square photos on Instagram!

Songza
I mentioned this app in my July Favorites post and I am still loving it. There are tons of options for what type of music you want to listen to whether you're relaxing or getting ready for a night out. 

VEVO HD

HD music videos, what more do you want? 

Calm

This is a recent download after hearing different people talk about it. I must say I was a bit skeptical but even after doing one session, I opened my eyes and was like wow! It allows you to get in a zone and just have some time to focus on yourself. It is also supposed to help with anxiety which is one of the main reasons I got it. I will give more updates on that after using it for a while. 

Flappy Bird

This game is so simple yet so frustrating at the same time! It is also hilarious to watch someone else play:) Intense!

Words HD Free

Yes I know that you are probably thinking "OMG Words with Friends is sooo last year!" Well, my friend and I are bringing it back. 

Heads Up

I know I said that all the apps in this post are free, but I couldn't leave this one out. It does cost but it is so worth it! If you do not know, the game is by Ellen Degeneres and is basically a sharades game. There's multiple categories and it also films you and allows you to go back and watch the video after the round is over. Great game to play with friends and family!

Blogger

This app is definitely necessary for blogging on the go. I do have some issues with it though (not being able to change image size or insert links). But, overall it is a nice app.

Bloglovin

If you are on bloglovin (which I am, follow me by clicking the lovely lady on the right) you need this app! You get a feed of all the blogs you choose to follow and can also easily find new blogs based one categories or searches. 

Under $8 Haul

Hello, lovely readers! I hope you all are having a nice weekend! Mine has been quite relaxed which is nice. Yesterday I did a bit of shopping and I thought I would share my purchases with you because everything I bought was under $8! (Insert woooowwwws here) Yes, I was quite pleased with this little accomplishment of mine. How did I practically steal these items you ask? Well let me tell you, the sweater that should have regularly been in the thirties was now $7 AND I was graced with one of my favorite phrases in H&M above the rack....."Buy one get one free"! So I highly encourage you to check out your local H&M as soon as you finish reading this post! They have some ridiculous deals right now! Here's what I bought!

Can I just say that I love the bags right now, the patterns are so pretty!

You can never have enough basic colored hair ties! These are black but I also saw them in brown. My hair is an auburn color so I prefer the black ones. They come in a pack of ten. Cost? $1

Travel umbrella is definitely a necessary item to own. This one is black and what I love is that is it extremely light so I can just keep it in my bag. Cost? $6.95

As you can see I really like this type of sweater, they are loose fitting and I think they can be flattering for many different figure types. This one is black and has a ribbed neck and ribbed cuffs on the sleeves. Cost? $7

This sweater is similar to the previous one but the fit and knit of it is a bit different. This one is navy and the neck isn't as big but it is thicker. Cost? Free!

I plan on wearing these sweaters with my winter shoes. 

I also picked up these sunglasses from Forever 21. I think they are more spring/summer sunglasses but I tried them on and loved them so I decided to go ahead and get them. Cost? Basically $6

Did you happen upon the H&M sale too? If you still can I would highly encourage you to go go go!!! Xx

A Beautiful Little Fool

Over the summer I read "The Great Gatsby" for the first time. Yes I was one of those people who had never read it but quickly decided to once it was announced that there would be a movie remake coming out. But I must say that I liked the book and will take it as one of my favorites for the rest of my life. (Maybe that could be a post, favorite books, hmm) Anyway I thoroughly enjoyed the book, so I was excited to see the movie.

I saw it in theaters in 3D and I have to say that it was one of the most well done 3D movies that I have seen. In fact it was unlike anything I had ever seen. If there is one word I can use to describe the movie it is GORGEOUS! The sets, costumes, the hair, the makeup, the music, all simply stunning. So of course when it came out on DVD I bought it. I recently reread and rewatched and I am still in love. There is so much detail and while watching it a second time I feel like I picked up on more little things.

One particularly special surprise that I discovered is that the same songs are played multiple times throughout the movie, but in different versions. My absolute favorite songs from the soundtrack is "Young & Beautiful" sung by Lana Del Ray. As I watched the film for the second time I noticed that not only is there the original version of this song, but there is a slow more dreamy version, and also a jazz version. I personally love how the music is a combination of classic and modern. The album combines people from all genres of music. 

 

This song is perfect for the scene in which it is in, I love it!

The sets and costumes are ridiculously pretty. There is a special feature on the DVD that I enjoyed where they discuss all the fashion and designers that worked with the costume department to recreate the 1920s feel. Tiffany & Co, Brooks Brothers, and Prada were some of the designers that worked hand in hand with the stylists to create the perfect looks. Amazing! (Daisy's headpiece, those bracelets, fabulous) Also, if anyone who had a hand in creating those looks is searching for someone to have them I will definitely take each and every crystal encrusted or shimmering chiffon dress that is not needed!!

 So if you're looking for something to read, watch, or listen to definitively give "The Great Gatsby" a go ol'sport! Xx

What I Wear: Winter Shoes

Hi everyone! Hope you're having a lovely day. Today's post is all about shoes. I love shoes! So when a new season comes around I get excited to switch things up. Obviously it's currently winter so I thought I would share what shoes I am wearing for this season as well as who they are by or where they are from. 

Urban Outfitters

Gap

Madden Girl

KELSI by Kelsi Dagger

MIA

What winter shoe trends are you currently loving?