MONDAY QUOTE

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Hey there peeps.

Happy monday! Time for the second Monday Quote.

With this one, no more words are needed! 

You are amazing! No matter who you are, no matter where you are from, no matter how you look. (Yes, I could keep going but I guess you get where I am going.)

 Remind yourself - you are amazing!

XX

 

MERINGUE KISSES

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 Hey there peeps.

Here's another gift idea. These cute little Meringue-Kisses inspired by the Meringuegirls. So adorable, right?

I made these for my friends birthday. How cute are those little bites to give to a person you love? 

 And they are delicious, even though you almost cant eat them because they are just too pretty. (Yes, we tried them anyways, because who could resist?)

 Happy weekend!

XX

Getting into Running and Gym Experience

The saying goes that the hardest part about going to the gym is going to the gym. Last summer I tried out a summer membership at a gym with my sister. Although there is a ton of equipment to keep you busy, I couldn't help but feel like I was being judged by the other people in the gym. I'm not the most athletic person by any means and don't have any muscle mass, so as cliche as it sounds, going to gym is not the most comfortable way to get fit for me. I then tried going to gym while at college, and found it less intimidating since many of the people there were my age and weren't creepily bulked up. Since summer started and I've come back home, I had to find ways to get my exercise, because I wasn't going to go back to my local gym.

Before summer, I made a goal for myself to start running on the street I live on. I make this goal every summer, but never got around to it since I usually ended up sleeping in and not waking up early enough. This summer, however, I have actually been getting up early and started running around three times a week, which in my eyes, is better than none. I found that I enjoy running much more than being at gym, since I'm alone and don't need to be worried about being judged. I also live on a very quiet road that has a pretty view of the metropolitan area, making it a relaxing run. The road, however, does have a slope, making it a pain to run back up the hill.

One of my favorite things about working out is workout clothing. It's comfortable and breathable, and I honestly wear them more than I work out. One of my go-to outfits is my American Eagle sports bra (similar here), one of the many school t-shirts I own, and the Nike Legend Capris (similar here). As for shoes, I wear the Adidas Bounce shoes (similar here), although I need to get a new pair since those shoes are several years old. Lastly, it is always important to stay hydrated, which is made easier with a waterbottle, and have a good workout playlist to keep you moving.

What are your thoughts about the gym?

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Pineapple Print | Summer 2014

Items shown above: Ann Taylor Top | ASOS Infinity Scarf | ASOS Necklace | Wet Seal Romper | Aero Earrings | Topshop Embroidered Shorts

Summer is not quite over and nothing screams summer like tropical fruit and warm beaches and even though (most of us) don't live on a tropical island, you can still express paradise through your clothing! Pineapple prints have been growing in popularity this summer, with the trend seen in not only the fashion industry, but also has been incorporated into home decor. Pineapple prints are not too bold, making them a fresh and fun way to add something some personality in your outfit during the warmer months. Although I don't own any pineapple printed clothing pieces or pineapple shaped jewelry, I would be open to trying the trend if I find a piece that is subtle and classic.

I hope you enjoyed this post!
Have you tried the pineapple trend? Are you thinking about trying it?
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Skirt - my design//top-Tenezis and H&M//hat-H&M//flats-Zara

FISH TACOS

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Hey there peeps.

Look whats for dinner tonight. Fish Tacos!

Who says healthy food is not delicious? These yummies are definitely proving that healthy food IS delicious.

Do you want to try them out yourself? 

Here you go:

FISH TACOS (recipe by me)

1 (biiiig) portion 

Ingredients:

 

3 Soft corn tacos

1 filet of Pangasius fish (or another white fish you like)

Grated coconut

Spelt flour

1 egg

Coconut oil

1 diced avocado

Grated carrots

Himalaya salt

Pepper

Cayenne pepper

Sour cream

Curry

Applesauce 

1 Lime

And more seasoning you like

Fish:

Cut the Pangasius filet in little pieces. First turn them in the spelt flour, then in the whisked egg and in the end in the grated coconut. When you are finished with all the pieces, fry them in a tablespoon of coconut oil until they are golden brown. When done let the excess oil drop off on a papertowel.

Sauce:

Mix the sour cream with the curry, salt and pepper and add a little bit applesauce.

Now fill the soft corn tacos with the avocado, the grated carrots and the seasonings/spices. Add the fish and drizzle the sauce over it. 

Slice up a lime and serve.

Enjoy!

XX

 

 

 

"MONDAY QUOTE"

Hey there peeps.

It's monday again, together with tomorrow, the beginning of the month and new year, a perfect occasion to start all over again. Maybe you have recognized that I am kind of into changing and improving myself as a person, my life, my habits, my work and my accomplishments. You could say, I am constantly working on myself. I don't want to say that I am always succesful in what I do or that I achieve everything exactly how I planned it or that I even manage to achieve those goals at all. I mean, we are all human, right? 

But like todays MONDAY QUOTE says - Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try. 

Just try and start. Do your best and dont give up too easily. Most of the time you can do more than you think you can. (And yes, I have to remind myself to be aware of this every day.)

 From now on, there will be a MONDAY QUOTE every monday. Because who doesn't need a motivating and inspiring phrase on this, commonly not quite popular day. So stay tuned, peeps!

XX

Naked shoulders, ripped jeans and man's hat

Blouse- my design//jeans-Zara+diy//hat-Aldo//sandals-from Greece//belt-vintage//bag-Docca//
necklace-vintage,Indian shop

I hope you have a great weekend!
Kisses, D.

Get the Look: Eleanor Calder Inspired Makeup Look!

Eleanor Calder's makeup look is perfect for both an everyday summer look as well as great for school or work! She is often seen in very light makeup that's soft, pretty, and fresh! The key to her look is keeping everything light and natural looking. It never looks like she wears a lot of makeup and seems to often be wearing light blush and a light eyelook with the focus on her eyelashes. Read on to see my take on her look!

Face:

• Medium Coverage Foundation: Eleanor Calder is never seen in super heavy, matte foundation, so go for a little lighter of a foundation that evens out your skin tone for a natural look. If you have oily skin, set the foundation with a powder where you usually get oily. 
• Illuminating Concealer: Conceal your under eye area with a brightening concealer. Also apply to the tops of your cheekbones and down the bridge of your nose to brighten your face.
• Bronzer: To get her defined cheekbones, apply a bronzer lightly to the hollows of your cheeks as well as on your temples and down the jawline. She doesn't look like she wears heavy bronzer, so be sure to lightly.
• Light Pink Blush: Finish off the face look with a little bit of light pink blush on the apples of your cheeks because Eleanor Calder often has a little color in her cheeks.

Eyes:

• Nude Champagne Eyeshadow: Eleanor Calder doesn't wear heavy eye makeup on an everyday basis, so just go for a light champagne nude eyeshadow all over the lid and inner corner.
• Black Gel Eyeliner: Apply a very thin line of black gel eyeliner on your upper lashes to make your lashes look more full.
• Black Lengthening Mascara: Apply a lengthening and volumising mascara to the upper lashes to finish off the eye look!

Lips:

Eleanor Calder is seen wearing a nude lip color on an everyday basis. Apply a nude light pink lip cream to finish off the lip, such as NYX's Soft Matte Lip Cream in "Tokyo". If your lips are more pigmented, fill in your lips with a nude-pink lip liner before applying the lip cream to make the color come off more nude.

I hope you found this post helpful!

Who do you look up to for beauty inspiration?
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Teen Choice Awards 2014 Inspired Outfits: Shay Mitchell, Taylor Swift, and Kylie Jenner

I am not one to watch award shows all the way through, but one of the sections that I will watch and keep up on is when the stars walk down the carpet. I'm not really into the actual award show, but I find that the fashion choices for the Teen Choice Awards include pieces that the everyday person could wear in real life and can be recreated. The three celebrities featured in this post all wore outfits featuring the crop top and skirt trend. Inspiration from these outfits would be great for a summer date or night out!

Shay Mitchell wore an white-chic summer ensemble that is the perfect blend of sophistication and sexy. Shay Mitchell's outfit featured a lace crop top and a lace midi pencil skirt. She kept the accessories and shoes simple with a pair of metallic pointed-toe pumps and a metallic clutch. Shay went a little more daring with her hair and makeup, wearing a messy side braid and a bold burgundy lip color.

Taylor Swift wore a sophisticated yet youthful outfit on the Teen Choice Awards carpet with a matching crop top and skirt. To recreate this outfit, wear a green bralette or crop top with a green skater skirt similar in color. Next, for an extra pop of color and contrast wear a pair of yellow heeled sandals. As for accessories, wear a pair of detailed gold hoop earrings to finish off the outfit.

Kylie Jenner has followed her sisters' fashion foots by quickly becoming a fashion icon, especially among teenage girls. Kylie Jenner wore a black crop top with a patterned yellow and black midi pencil skirt. To compliment the black in the outfit, wear a pair of black strappy black heels and black bangles. to compliment the yellow in the outfit, wear a pair of gold bangles and gold rings.

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Who do you think dressed best at the Teen Choice Awards?
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Revlon Colorburst Lip Butter in "Juicy Papaya": Review +Swatches

I know I am very behind on the Revlon Lip Butter wagon, but I decided to give it a try after searching for the perfect coral-pink color. I wanted to find a product that is perfect for summer but could be sheered out to wear during the school year. I decided to buy the Revlon Colorburst Lip Butter in"Juicy Papaya", one of the newer shades in the collection that came out last year, and I was very pleased with the product!

Pigmentation

The shade "Juicy Papaya" is a light-medium coral pink color that goes on a little sheer, but pigmented enough be built up to get a shade similar to the color in the tube. This shade has no shimmer and as Allison Anderson described it, it is the perfect "girl next door" shade. The shade is more on the natural side, but slightly bright enough to instantly awaken your makeup look. It's also a shade that can be applied without a mirror, since it's not a full-on lipstick.

Product and Packaging

The product itself is moisturising for a lip color with that amount of pigmentation. Since the product is moisturising, it makes the product apply more smoothly. The packaging is sturdy and solid without being bulky. The packaging is also adorable with a cap/lid that matches the shade of the product. The top of the lid is also clear, making it easy to see the color of the lip butter without opening up the product.

Downsides

The downside to this product is that if you don't exfoliate your lips, it may settle in the lines and cracks of your lips. However, this is a minor problem and can easily be fixed with a quick lip scrub. The product also only lasts 1-2 hours on me and the pigmentation may also bother some, but it should be kept in mind that this is labeled as a balm and not a full-on lipstick.

Overview:
Pros:
   - Flattering shade
   - No shimmer
   - Pigmentation
   - Moisturizing
   - Packaging

Cons:
   - Can settle in cracks in lips
   - Lack of Pigmentation for some
   - Lasts only 1-2 hours

Price: $6.49 at Target

Would I repurchase the product? Yes!

Overall Rating: 8.5 out of 10

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Have you tried this product? What are your thoughts?
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