Saturday, January 31, 2015

Profile:Cara Delevingne

 Who is Cara Delevingne?

 Cara is a english model, actress, and singer known as the style rebel.  She first appeared in Vogue Italia when she was 10.  She was spotted by the same person who spotted Kate Moss.  For a model Cara is shorter for most only being 5'7".  Her older sister Poppy is a socialite and model. In her family her nickname is "Monster".  Interesting fact Cara still lives with her parents
.  " I wanted to be a Disney Channel star! I wanted to be Hannah Montana."

 "I love a vintage look that's also a bit rock n' roll."
"What bothers me, I guess, is when I get these messages from girls on Twitter, and they're like, 'God, you're my idol, I really admire you.' It's like, 'Admire me for what? What have I done?' It's not that being in a Burberry campaign, or walking in a Chanel show is nothing. It's just... I know I can do more."

Friday, January 30, 2015

We've only Been Going out for this Long.... Valentines Day Gift Ideas


Less then Three Months
At this point you could probably get away with not getting your boyfriend a gift.  But do you want to open up the door and see him with a dozen roses and a box of your favorite chocolates? At this point it is all about getting to know each other.  Get him a gift that shows your paying attention to what he likes.  Like a season of his favorite show, band, or book.  Also you could think about getting him a cute shirt and tie.

Six Months
After six months you have gotten use to each other.  You know what he likes and doesn't like an have little jokes just between the two of you.  This is a perfect time to give him a quirky dorky gift that he will love.  You can make him a coupon book or write him a personal card.  If he has any hobbies like golfing or football you can pay for a couple tee times or make him some nice halftime football food.

Nine Months
Now is the time the presents get more pricey then anything you have previously.  Guys that are into sports would like jerseys with their favorite player with tickets to their next game.  Sometimes though you don't have the money to spend on extravagant gifts.  Try making him his favorite dinner and watch his favorite movie at home.

One Year
At this point you and your significant other have probably already exchanged I love you.  Valentines day is on a weekend this year so why not take off on Friday with your love and not come home till Monday.  This is a great time to spend time away from everything and really enjoy time with each other.

Over Two years
At this point you have already don't the valentines day thing more then once.  Spend time making him a cute Diy idea that shows him how much you mean to him.

Thursday, January 29, 2015

A-Z Of Fashion Trends Of 2015


ANkLE BOOTS

Ankle boots are great because they are a easy way to add height that isn't overwhelming like wearing ski high heels

 BLACK 

Not only is black eye catching it also is slimming.  Black coats especially because coats tend to be big and bulky but trying a black shade is a good way to look slim in that winter bulky coat.

CORAL

Sometimes when adding a neon or pastel accessory to an outfit it can take away from the outfit itself.  Coral is a way to add a bold color with still complimenting an outfit without taking it over.  


DIY

From adding some bling to your jean shirt to painting a bookcase for your dorm room express your Artsy side.  


ESSENTIALS

These are the little things you stick in your pocket or the small zippered place in your purse.  There when you need a quick fix to help you get through the day.  


FLANNEL

Flannels are a great way to keep warm in the winter.  They are a great layer to wear under a winter jacket.  They are also a great and comfy shirt to sleep in.  


GREY STRIPES


Black and white stripes can be a little overwhelming and give an unflattering look.  Grey is a great way to get the stripped look with out the overpowering black and white prison stripes.  


HATS

Hats are a great way to add a little more fashion to an outfit.  They are also extremely warm and great when its a cold windy day.  


INGRID NILSEN

A great youtuber if you are in need of some tutorials.  She does hair, makeup, and a little diy.  The tutorials are easy to follow and very helpful.  


JEANS

A very underrated piece of everyones wardrobe.  It seem like leggings have over took jeans in many peoples outfits.   Jeans are great to wear with short boots.  


KERRY WASHINGTON

Not only does Olivia Pope have great fashion but also does Kerry.  Every event she goes to she is perfectly dress for where she is going.  Also Kerry knows how to use colors that compliment her.


LEATHER

Oh leather how I wish I could afford you and that you didn't come from an animal.  Leather is a classic piece to your wardrobe.  The same leather jacket you wore today can be worn 20 years from now.  


MERMAID BRAID

Braids are classic they are also another way to keep your healthy.  When you style your hair or even put it up in a pony tail it can damage your hair.  Keeping it in a braid keeps your hair together helps prevent split ends.


NAIL ART

Today there are many ways to fake nail art.  There are stickers and nail pens that make it easy to write and draw on your nails.  


OPAL

Opal rings are becoming very popular they sometimes are also very inexpensive. 


PURPLE HAIR

This color is my favorite drastic color to change your hair because it doesn't look extremely crazy like having green hair.  


QUIET OVER LOUD

Sometimes going over the top with an outfit is not the best thing you can do.  With fashion less is always more.  Looking effortless is better then looking like you spent hours getting ready it also does not take hours to get ready.  


RED LIPS

Red lips will always be a way to class up any outfit.  It is also great for when you are going out and want to draw attention to your face.  


SNEAKERS

Sneakers are a great way to give your feel a break from heels and relax for a day.

TATTOOS

They cause a lot of pain but they are the only thing that will last forever.  Even earring holes have the possibility to close up.


UV PROTECTION

The best thing to put on your skin before you go outside.  No one wants to look like a raisin when the are 60 or have wrinkles before anyone else.  


VINTAGE

Head to your local thrift store this year when sweater weather happens.  You might luck out and find some great deals.  


WHITE BEADS

White beading on a black or dark purse can add a earthy vibe to your outfit.  


XTRAORDINARY STYLE

No you don't have to dress like a high fashion super model but having confidence in your style can make it extraordinary.


YELLOW

Yellow use to be a color to avoid and only your fashion illiterate sub in your math class would wear.  But yellow is making a comeback.


ZEBRA

In your closet avoid Zebra but in your house a little zebra chair adds a little uniqueness to your living space.  

Tuesday, January 27, 2015

My Bucket List

It's been a while sense I've made a post that was about myself.  I've always found this bucket list posts interesting because everyone has something different on theirs that shows a little about themselves and what is important to them. The show Friends gave me the idea to complete my before 30 bucket list.  Here we go!
Take my Dad to the Superbowl
1. Conquer my Fear of Sharks
2. Learn to Surf
3. Send a Message in a Bottle with my Phone Number on it
4. Step out in thigh-high boots and a miniskirt at least once
5. Attend a Fashion Show
6. Visit A Castle in Irland with my Mother
7. Get a French Bulldog
8. Go to Disney World
9. Have an Internship with Seventeen Magazine
10. Learn Archery
11. Go Paddle Boarding
12 Ride An Elephant in Thailand
13. Design A Dress and Make it
14. Buy A House 
15. Cross Country Road Trip








Monday, January 26, 2015

The Pros and Cons of The Kardashians

Anyone who knows me knows that I like to rant on how much I think the Kardashians are completely pointless.  They cry over loosing their 70,000 dollar earrings on a lavish vacation when there are people that don't even make a third of that a year and can never even think of sending their family on a vacation.


Pros

They Are a Family Unit
With Everything that goes on in their supposedly dramatic life they always stick together

Cons

They Throw Money Around like it's Nothing
-Kim’s wedding with Kris Humphries cost her $138,888 per day of their marriage. Totaling $9,999,936,  enough money that most people don't make in 20 lifetimes

Should they Really be able to complain about the paparazzi following them around?
- Back in the day when Kim was dating Nick Lachey she would inform the paparazzi of their whereabouts
They are paid 25,000 to tweet to promote products thats $178.57 per character.

After thinking I could only come up with one positive thing about this family and show.  This brings up the question should we stop Keeping up with The Kardashians?  After watching a couple of episode I think 2015 is time everyone let the Kardashians go.  These people seem to have never worked an honest day in their life doing a job that isn't putting on makeup and looking flawless.  What do they offer the world?  I think all us americans would be happy with being about to walk though a grocery store without seeing Kim's face on every magazine cover.

Sunday, January 25, 2015

Weekly Challenge: Eat Healthy Breakfast For A Week

Sunday
Quinoa Porridge

INGREDIENTS:
1/2 cup quinoa
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups almond milk
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
1 pinch salt
DIRECTIONS:
1.Heat a saucepan over medium heat and measure in the quinoa. Season with cinnamon and cook until toasted, stirring frequently, about 3 minutes. Pour in the almond milk, water and vanilla and stir in the brown sugar and salt. Bring to a boil, then cook over low heat until the porridge is thick and grains are tender, about 25 minutes. Add more water if needed if the liquid has dried up before it finishes cooking. Stir occasionally, especially at the end, to prevent burning.
Monday
Grilled Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich
INGREDIENTS:
cooking spray
2 tablespoons peanut butter
2 slices whole wheat bread
1 banana, sliced
DIRECTIONS:
1.Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat, and coat with cooking spray. Spread 1 tablespoon of peanut butter onto one side of each slice of bread. Place banana slices onto the peanut buttered side of one slice, top with the other slice and press together firmly. Fry the sandwich until golden brown on each side, about 2 minutes per side.
Tuesday
Egg White Omlet 

INGREDIENTS:
cooking spray
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped green bell pepper
2 tablespoons chopped mushrooms
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (32 ounce) container refrigerated
pasteurized egg white substitute (such
as Egg Beaters Whites®)
DIRECTIONS:
1.Spray a 9x5-inch glass or microwave-safe loaf pan with cooking spray; sprinkle the onion, green bell pepper, and mushrooms into the pan, and toss lightly with a fork just to mix. Season with salt and black pepper, and pour in the egg whites.
2.Cook in a microwave oven on High setting for 3 minutes. Remove and stir the cooked egg white from the side of the pan into the rest of the ingredients; cook for 3 more minutes on High. If the omelet is still a little runny on top, slice it into chunks and turn them over in the loaf pan; microwave for 30 more seconds on High. Adjust salt and pepper, and serve.
Wednesday
Breakfast Smoothie

INGREDIENTS:
2 cups pineapple juice
2 bananas
2 cups vanilla yogurt
1 cup strawberries, hulled
1/4 cup wheat germ
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
DIRECTIONS:
1.In a blender combine pineapple juice, bananas yogurt, strawberries, wheat germ and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
Thursday
Baked Apples

INGREDIENTS:
6 apples - peeled, cored and sliced
1/2 cup white sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup whole milk
DIRECTIONS:
1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart casserole dish, or coat with non-stick cooking spray.
2.Place apples in a large bowl. In a small bowl, mix together sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. Stir spice mixture into apples until evenly distributed. Fold in raisins and walnuts. Spoon into prepared dish. Pour milk evenly over apple mixture.
3.Bake in preheated oven for 45 to 60 minutes, or until soft and bubbly. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Friday
Banana Blueberry Muffins

INGREDIENTS:
2 cups whole wheat flour
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 cups mashed bananas
4 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup fresh blueberries
DIRECTIONS:
1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 12 cup muffin pan.
2.In a large bowl, mix the whole wheat flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and baking soda. In a separate bowl, mix the bananas, egg whites, and vanilla extract.
3.Mix the banana mixture into the flour mixture until smooth. Fold in the blueberries. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin pan.
Saturday
Pumpkin Oatmeal

INGREDIENTS:
1 cup quick-cooking rolled oats
3/4 cup milk, or as needed
1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon cinnamon sugar
DIRECTIONS:
1.Mix together oats and milk in a microwave-safe bowl. Cook on high for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring once. Add more milk or oats to achieve the desired consistency, and cook for another 30 seconds. Stir in pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon sugar. Heat through, and serve.