SPRING GOODIES

OVER THE MONTH OF MARCH This is a different style of post on my blog, but I really enjoy the idea behind it and hope to create more of this style of content for you all.  For the past month, I've been collecting quite a few items that I really want to share.  I was originally planning on making a Youtube video for this, but decided otherwise because I thought a post would be more interesting.  Most of the items you will see where gifted to me for my birthday because it was this month so that's why there's probably going to be more in the goodies post than the rest. :)  I hope you enjoy this post and I'd love to here your feedback! Also, I you'd like, comment what was the favourite thing you got this month!

Forever21 and Urban Outfitters gift cards.  Both these stores are for sure on the top of my favourite practical stores to shop at.  Not so much UO, but when they have their extra 50% of sale items that's an incredible bargain.  I will definitely be sure to spend this money wisely and on items that I REALLY do see myself using in the future.  Perhaps you will see them in a future blogpost? ;)

Ardene nail polish and Hollywood Gelato gift card.  I am super stocked to try out this sparkly green nail polish! I've never tried Ardene's nail polish line so If I really like it, perhaps I'll report back to  you guys! I'm also excited to get some use out of discounted gelato!  I mean seriously, who does not want gelato?  This is the perfect excuse.

Necklaces from H&M and Spanner.  Slowly but surely I'm starting to grow and expand my necklace collection.  You will definitely being seeing these in many outfit posts!

Rings for H&M.  Likewise I am also expanding my ring collection and when H&M was having an incredible sale on their jewelry, I knew for sure that these gorgeous silver rings were coming home with me.  They give a very strong industrial vibe which I am really channeling at the moment!

Sunnies from Ardene's and Insurgent movie.  It seems that I as I am writing this, I'm really liking my jewelry and accessories this month.  Perhaps it's because it's spring, and spring brings out the accessories in me?  Anyways, I received the cheetah print sunnies for my birthday and am in love!  Where have they been my whole life? I don't even want to know.  I also picked up a pair of 3D glasses when I went to see Insurgent in theatres and decided to pop out the lenses.  I don't when I'm going to where these in public but I think eventually I'll find the courage to.  I definitely remember as a child 3D glasses were so hip, trendy and cool!

Lip crayons from Nars, Maybelline makeup remover, Covergirl eye shadow, and a lipstick to which I don't actually know what brand. I usually don't get this much makeup each month.  All of these were gifts! haha.  Anyways, I signed up for the Deplore Beauty Insider Rewards program and this year they were giving out Nars lip crayons which is so cool!  They make me feel so glamorous!  But, my favourite product from whole haul is this lipstick which I don't know the brand name! How ironic.  Usually we tend to think high end products are the best, but that's not always the case.  This lipstick is hydrating, pigmented, and a gorgeous neutral shade!  I don't think I should say more because you guys even be able to purchase.

WetNWild palette, revlon smokey eyeshadow duo stick, Annabelle lipliner.  I've recently discovered the amazness of the WetNWild eye shadows thanks to a friend!  They are super pigment, blend easily and don't reiterate my eye.  These colours are so incredible wearable and have surely made their way into my everyday makeup routine.  As for the Revlon saw stick, I have yet to try it.  However, I have been using the Annabelle lipliner quick frequently these past few weeks.  It's a gorgeous purple pink colour and I pair it under the Unknown lipstick!

Mini Eggs and Sugar Mountain Candy!  I had the option to not include these bad boys into this post, but lets be real.  Who doesn't love candy and chocolate?  Thanks to my friends and their lovely gifts, I will be slowly snacking on these and will become very sad once they are all gone. :)

Iphone 4s cases, Ardene's earnings and earbuds.  I was in dear need of a new iPhone case because if you saw my old one you would straight up agree.  I've popped the blue one on my phone at the moment and am very pleased.  It definitely keeps my phone safe because I don't even want to know the exact number of times I've dropped my phone.  I've also been needing new earbuds because I always misplace mine.  I also received these feather earrings as gifts an while one pair is currently missing because I recently wore it, I can safely say that I'm in love.  When I was younger I would always wear these extremely long and statement earrings and I believe these have researched that love for a strong eating game.

Under1Sky bag.  This month I was very fortunate to have been contacted by a lovely company called Under1Sky.  I'd never heard of their brand before so I was quite doubtful at first but they quickly proved me wrong.  This bag is so soft and of great quality!  It's also a 2-in1 bag so there's actually a shoulder bag that you can remove from it!  I will be posting more outfits with this bag so stay updated!

A bunch of graphic tees from Aeropostale.  These tees are a great "I'm running late for school but still want to look like i tried, ya feel me?" kind of essential.  Just throws these over with a pair of black jeans and you're good to go!  

*If you made it to the end of this post props to you.

Florals tucked away

Hello my dear blogger friends!  I am super duper stoked to be showing you this outfit because personally, this is probably my favourite outfit so far this year!  I'm so tempted to wear this exact outfit all day everyday!  Wouldn't that just be so much less stressful? :)

The reasons why I love this ensemble so much is because of how well the colours correlate with one another and the different materials incorporated.  Going from the knitted sweater to my studded leggings, this outfit just screams ME.  I love playing around with different styles and patterns and being able to mix them all together.

*Looking at this outfit as I type this, I truly think one day I just woke up and threw on ALL my favourite things to wear in an outfit.  Didn't that work out grand!

So, moving on to the idea behind this outfit, I think it is absolutely adorable and street-style chic for spring transitions is because of how bright and florally it is yet it still keeps me warm during those not-so-amusing colder days.  The floral is there because, um hello, it's spring why would't there be any?  But, it isn't so in your face like: "I woke up like dis and threw on a bright neon floral top cuz i love spring" kind of look.  The fact that I was able the incorporate florals, yet make them minimal in a sense and include it solely as an undergarment, makes me feel pretty good about myself :)

To top that off, throwing on a pair of studding leggings is every girls dreams is it not?  I mean, Hey.  Let's be real, 85.0435% of the female population most likely wears leggings.  Why wouldn't you wanna jazz up your day and wear ones with studs? It's fool proof!

But hey, lets not forget the SHOES. I can you all that these will be my go to shoes for spring.  They really bring their own pizzazz to the table and add so much more personality and dimension to an outfit.  Y'all get me?  I think it's because lately i've really been all about those oxfords!

This outfit just all in all leaves me with a certain "Je ne said quoi".

 

 *oh hi there! if you're reading this, I love you! <3

WHAT I AM WEARING:

American Eagle Sweater

SML Boutique Blouse

Forever21 Studded leggings

G.H. Bass & Co. Oxford style shoes

 -Sophia <3

The beauty behind the Giambattista Valli Spring 2015 Collection

Once again, I have stumbled upon yet another jaw dropping, heads turning, mouth watering fashion designer and icon.  This happens quite often and you can read more about it in the Where would I be without Instagram post.

http://www.elle.fr/Personnalites/Giambattista-Valli

Giambattista Valli is a name I kept seeing go around and every time I would look at a design that caught my eye, it always happened to be by Valli.  By this time, my body was aching of curiosity, wanting to further expand what I knew about Valli.  His work was intriguing and fresh and I love his work.  Valli, yet another incredible designer to add to my list.  It seems as if my list just never ends.  That's a good thing :)

Let us begin with his Spring 2015 collection.

I noticed how he dabbled around the darker colours still lingering around mixing in with the typical bright pastel floral spring colours.  This is what really caught my eye.

Dating back to big puffy gowns, and slimming down with modern cuts and lengths, Valli  outdid his spring collection. To some extent his designs reminded me of Coco Chanel and her classic little Chanel Jacket tweed with his own take.  Valli played around with the cut and fit of his designs which were youthful and structured in a manner that was flattering and flowy.

I also noticed that while incorporation the ever so typical symbols of spring, flowers, he did so in a manner that was subdued and minimalist is a way.  He played with the colour schemes and made so that the model was a walking piece of art.  His work did not shout SPRING.  It simply floated the idea above our heads.

I applaud Valli for his effortless collection and look forward to the next.

Included in this post are simply the designs from his Spring 2015 collection that caught my eye and were over-the-top necessary to share.

    WAIT. OF COURSE I WOULD'T FORGET HIS PREVIOUS COLLECTIONS:)

  

- Sophia <3

how i style skirts in the winter

Here's a quick look on how I style skirts in the winter!

 Basically a go-to for me would be to layer over a long think cardigan of your choice, a simple long sleeve top, and leggings or tights (which ever one you prefer!)  This is a very simple look yet so chic and elegant.  It allows you to freely wear a skirt when it's -21 degrees celsius! (Trust me i would know!)  Also, definitely feel free to throw on a nice thick coat, which everyone is at you fingertips!

Also, just because it's winter and most of us just want to wear black colours or simple neutral colours, don't be afraid to add a pop of sunshine!

The reason why I chose this particular outfit is because it seems that a lot of people on my Instagram really enjoyed this ensemble!

Top: Forever21 Skirt: Urban Outfitters Shoes: Aldo Leggings: Aéropostale Cardigan: Forever21

I hope you guys enjoyed this post as well! Let me know what you guys think! And don't be afraid to comment how you would style skirts in the winter, so that we can inspire each other!

With love of love,

Sophia <3

a clean slate and new discovery: Tavi Gevinson

Today I stumbled across a girl that has from the very moment I saw her (before I knew her name) changed the way I see stuff.  She is Tavi Gevinson.  I feel like there's no smooth way of typing that, but it's probably just my writing skills.   But, you probably knew her name cuz it's in the title of this post!

Well, I found her because I was watching Jenn Im's London fashion week video on youtube.  I love Jenn Im (https://www.youtube.com/user/clothesencounters) and she is a huge style icon for me (so if you have yet to here about her go do your self a favour and check her channel out!)  Anyways, if you have ever been on Youtube before, which I'm almost certain you all do, then you probably know about the related videos side bar they have on the right side of your computer screen.  Well, there was a video with a title about a 15 year teen fashion blogger.  This caught me eye, and can I just say I am so grateful I decided to use my brain signals and tell my finger to click on the thumbnail?  BTW if you're wondering what the video was, go check it out for yourself!

Here's a link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6qpSIoYyfk

After seeing that video of Tavi getting interviewed, I really did hard core stalk her.  I talking hitting that follow button on Instagram, rewinding her blog all the way to the oldest blogpost, watching countless more of her interviews, going back to her Instagram and hard core scrolling through her feed, following her on Twitter, and google imaging her for fashion inspo.  Ya.  I did all that.
*Inserts celebratory emoji here*

Tavi made me re-realize that fashion isn't about always dressing the trends, or wearing what everyone else at school wears.  It's about trying new styles, finding yourself and expressing your creativity.  And although a long the line, you will probably look back at yourself and ask why on earth did I wear that? It's all a process.  Fashion is always changing and has never settled.  Her style has re-inspired me to wear what I want to wear and wear all these bright colours and patterns and to rock them like no other.

I know, I usually don't post posts like this, but I felt the need and the want to share my find with you guys.

Tavi, you have done us good :)

I only wish I knew her earlier on :)

Also, I'd love it if you guys could comment some of your favourite fashion bloggers that have truly inspired you!

Lots of love,

Sophia <3