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1) When writing a story, and I have a breakthrough with a plot/character/setting...anything at all! Especially after having writers block!


2) The smell of a barbecue on a warm summer's day!

3) Long journeys with good scenery and music.

4) Having a laughing fit where you just can't stop. You just can't!

5) Discovering a new song, and just knowing you're going to love it, and that it will become one of your favourites.

6) When it's snowing during Christmas, and I walk with my earphones in playing Christmas music...especially Let it snow by Frank Sinatra. It doesn't get more festive that than, ladies and gentlemen.

7) Finding an old song that you used to love, and feeling nostalgic/falling in love with it all over again.

8) The satisfaction when you complete a task you're supposed to be doing.

9) The feeling when your food finally arrives at a restaurant, when you're really hungry.





10) The feeling when that food tastes like heaven.

11) When I find the perfect outfits, or makeup at a store

12) When I find out they also have a sale on...

13) Discovering a new city.

14) Having a warm shower right before going to bed

15) When someone is really polite/nice to me.

Comment below if you agree with any of these!! And what are your favourite feelings? I'd love to know xx

 Today's post is going to be on three designers I've been loving at the moment. They aren't unestablished by any means, but are 3 designers (and brands) that I adore, and genuinely believe are making quality clothing. However, right now I'm broke so I'm going to have to stick to dying over the clothing over a screen.

Elie Saab 
There is one simple reason why I love Elie Saab's designs, they are so elegant and beautiful without being excessively "try hard" or unnaturally "out there" it fits the line completely between unique, and beautiful. 





Margaret Howell
Margaret Howell is the other spectrum of fashion I love - minimal. Her pieces are delicate, and simple, and androgynous - they really are unisex and a perfect gift (albeit a pricey one.) They perfectly reflect the designers own personal style. There is a Margaret Howell store in London, so if you're nearby - have a look.

For Love and Lemons
For Love and Lemons is headed by two women, who creates sexy, yet classy clothing. Their most popular pieces are usually their lingerie lines, with visuals that are stunning. Although their bras usually don't have a clasp, or zip...which can ya know...makes it difficult to take off...at crucial times...

Having had so many bad years in my past – whenever I have bad day I know that it can’t go on for days and days because that’ll become cyclical – but having had so many bad days, I know what I personally need to do to make them more bearable, and so some of these tips may be able to help you too!

Now, I know when you’re having a bad day you can’t just drop everything you have planned. If its say college/uni/a meeting these things have to be attended to, and this means – being strong and powering through it. On the flip side, say your plans include going to the cinema with your friends – this can be a good and a bad thing. If you don’t want to go – simply don’t go. But I would recommend socializing if it helps. For example, hanging out with my best friend really helps me so if she asked me to go shopping or to the cinema I would probably go because she’d make me laugh. If however we were gong to be going out with a large group of people – I would probably stay home because socializing drains my energy and I wouldn’t want to deal with having to make small talk with tons of different people.

 So after all my priorities are done, as quickly as possible – I like to literally make a blanket fort, or get into bed – just anything comfortable and avoid the world. Now obviously this isn’t going to work for everyone but this works for me. I like to get snacks/food next to my bed and grab my laptop. And honestly I watch cartoons, my favourite movies, read books and even watch children’s shows because they make me feel like I’m six years old and innocent again.

Music has got to be the single most important aspect of my life – I love it, and it never fails to leave my side time after time. One weird little thing I like to do when I’m feeling really down is listen to christmas music – like Merry Christmas everyone by Shakin’ Stevens. It brings back a kind of nostalgia that isn’t too strong that it makes me want to cry, but is perfect to make me a little more jolly…plus the mood isn’t ruined by the sun since its england – and we barely get a summer. So the weather for once totally helps with the vibe.

Another thing I like to do is go for a walk – with my earphones in of course. You can literally go to a park if you have one nearby, or just walk around the block. It really doesn’t matter. It sound cliche – but its really good to clear your mind. It provides a new atmosphere which is different to the places your usually in and clears the mind. Hopefully when I get my driver’s license I can switch this up to going for late night drives.

Also, if you have the money, a train ticket to a different city can also be a really good change – it doesn’t have to be any big place, it can literelly be a place that takes thirty mintues to get to.

And lastly? Try to have an early night. Sometimes a bad day (or an unlucky week) just doesn't let up, and a good, healthy sleep, can really fix that. There is nothing better for a bad day than just waiting for it to end, but when you wake up the next morning – have a fresh perspective of ‘today is going to be a good day’ because by thinking the day is going to be as bad as the last…you’re already setting yourself up for failure.

And those are some of my tips..what do you guys like to do when having a bad day? Comment below, I’d love to know. xx

All of us want to look like autumn goddesses' because you know..we're already goddesses,(thank you...I know I'm smooth as peanut butter.) but we just want to be stylish while still being comfy and warm  So what's the perfect way to dress for autumn?

I'm going to list below 4 food items that you may not know about that will brighten, and clear your skin without you having to spend hundreds on expensive remedies! I have personally tried all of these and they have made a significant difference! However, depending on your skin type will depend on whether they work better or not. They are however, worth a try.




1) Ice
This remedy is commonly used by Korean actresses, it's where you get an ice cube and since it may be a little too cold, you can wait for it to melt a little (or wrap up the ice cube in a thin layer of tissue) and apply it to your face. Gently rub it into your skin. This makes your face slimmer, and prevents early ageing, and the best pat is that it's totally free, it works wonders! It also helps to make your skin feel rejuvenated.

2) Honey
Yes, honey is a simply yet crucial one! Honey is actually perfect for removing blackheads. Although there are a list of different foods you can mix honey with, it's works best with cinnamon. This way the two can be mixed to make a paste, apply, and then after a while (around 20 minutes) wash it off to remove blackheads, and tighten your pores.

3) Berries
Not to apply to your face, but eating all different types of berries actually clears up your skin because of the antioxidants that they contain! I'm hoping you love fruit as much as I do, and you can always pick and choose which berries you like. You can always blend them into a smoothie for the same benefits! Trust me...berries are the Queens to perfect skin.

4) Lemons
Applying lemon to the face with a cotton wool is beneficial in brightening the skin, making it look more alive and awake! However, although the acidity in lemons are helpful for the skin...please keep it away from your eyes! This is why I recommend using a cotton pad to apply it.

Please comment below if you all have any tips for clearer skin! What's your favourite homemade beauty remedy?

1. What is your middle name?
I don't really have one specific one...or one that I use (it's a long story okay.)

2. Share you favorite subject in high school.I'm that girl obsessed with the arts subjects in school, so English Lit, History, Psychology, Philosophy.

3. What is your Favorite drink?
Coke, probably (or...whiskey. shh)

4. What is your favorite song at the moment?
Dirty Paws - Of Monsters and Men

5. What would you (or have you) name your children?Girl: Arabella    Boy: Elliot or Lake

6. Have you participated in any sports?Ha. Good one.

7. What is your favorite book?
The Picture of Dorian Gray - Oscar Wilde

8. What is your favorite color?Black (Yes, yes I know - it's technically a shade), grey, and yellow

9. What is your favorite animal?
Elephants, Giraffes, Penguins

10. What is your favorite perfume?
Paul Smith - Rose

11. What is your favorite holiday?
Christmas!

12. On a scale from 1 – 10, rate your childhood.9 (childhood was my best time...then everything went to shit.)

13. Have you been out of the country?Yes...India, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Israel, Germany...I think that is all?

14. Do you speak any different languages?Yes.

15. Do you have any siblings?Yes.

16. What is your favorite store?Ahh...my favourite store is probably too expensive for me...so Primark, you won a spot, because I can actually afford you :') Wait...can I say a food store? I have this childlike love for supermarkets.

17. What is your favorite restaurant?I don't have one specific one.

18. Did you like school?I like the concept of education, but not the bitchy/catty/rude/obnoxious people I'm sometimes (more often than not) surrounded by. I also don't like that school is used a a tool for competition. Can you tell I'm passionate about this?

19. Who are some of your favourite YouTubers?I don't really watch youtubers....apart from SunbeamJess who I think is awesome!

20. What is your favourite movie?I'm just going to link you to my tumblr where I have a few of my faves here

21. What are some of your favourite TV shows?Where to start? Any superhero TV shows - I love Arrow. I love comedy sitcoms from GOLD like Only Fools and Horses, and Open all Hours. I also love the This is England TV series
 
22. PC or mac?PC...I guess.
 
23. What phone do you have?Samsung
 
24. How tall are you?5'2...I think?
 
25. Do you have any pets?Nope...but my best friend has two cats..and I practically live at that house..so.

Today's post is all about that minuscule (or not so small) mobile device that we spend too much time on. 'm guilty of being on my phone for hours before finally falling asleep, and in the morning? The first thing I do is check my messages - so mobile are a big part of our lives...so why not make sure you have the best apps to track your fashion! These five apps are a must-have for those looking to be inspired, or to find some beautiful new apps!





1) FEELS
A lookbook where everything a person is wearing is tagged, so you don't have to spend hours trying to look for that dress...only to find out that it's sold out. The app combines fashion and music...two of my loves, so how much better can it really get? The app is a collab between Storm models and Metropolis studios, and they know exactly what their doing.

2) THE HUNT
The Hunt does exactly what I said above...for you. Instead of having to scour the internet for hours trying to find that dress, or that band t-shirt, or that really comfy looking sweater, The Hunt does it for you. You simply upload a picture of the item you;re looking for, and other people on the app/site will tell you where you can get it! If you're feeling friendly, you could help other people too!

3) VOGUE COLLECTIONS
Ahh...Vogue. Got to admit, I'm not actually a huge fan of the magazine (all I see are ads...) but the Vogue app is the go-to place for fashion inspiration.It's simple and easy to use, while giving you lots of runway inspiration, and gorgeous clothing!

4) VINTED
Vinted is a little hit and miss, but I've included it in my top five, because I still think it's important. It's a place where you can buy and sell "vintage" clothing - it's mostly made up of items people no longer want. It's practically like being in a thrift shop - you never know when you're going to find gold, or when you're going to go home with loose change, and empty bags. But since it's less well-known, I thought it had a better place here than asos.

5) CLOTH
This app is one of those ones that let's you customise what you wear, and even has a weather feature to help you dress for the right weather in your location! You can organise your fashion wardrobe virtually, and see lots of amazing street style that others have posted!




And there you have my top 5 fashion apps! Leave a comment below if you think there's any I should try out.