Thursday 5 March 2015

I'M NOT DEAD



So I'm not dead, just hibernating in all the course work I have to do hahah HALP ME
 
 
 
 
 
So the other day I went to Leicester (ugh this was like two weeks ago I'm so late). I was surprised on how nice it was. Like, really surprised. First we went to the De Montfort Hall because they had a Norman Wisdom exhibition. For those who don't know, Norman is pretty much the 1950's Lee Evans (but much funnier). He's your classic sheepish, yet hilarious black-and-white movie star. Plus he was only about 5"1 1/2 so go small people!! The exhibition was kinda small but its was free and all his memorabilia was there (including his tweed suits which are so tiny it's adorable). The exhibition is open until the 2nd of May.
After a bit of driving, finding our way around the city, we finally found parking like we were trying to find the meaning of life (jk it's 42). First half hour or so was spent aimlessly wondering about, not really having much clue on where we were going. However, I feel aimlessly wondering about is great. You really take in the surroundings, buildings, sounds, plus you can do great people watching.
mmmmmmmmhfhdJeeze I love people watching (in the most un-creepy way possible).
I was happy to see that Leicester has an Urban Outfitters, and I freaking love UO. It's like tumblr heaven (except I don't have tumblr. Well I do, I'm just clueless on how to use it lol). I bought a really nice 'tumblr bra' as I like to call them as you always see sublime somewhat provocative wcw's and 'soft grunge girls' in them, but as I'm not so yay for showing my underwear on the internet (but if you feel comfortable doing that then great for you! You go girl (or guy), #freethenipple and all that), here's a lovely image of le bra provided by Urban Outfitters (and you can buy it right HERE).
We had AskItalian for lunch and I have to say, they are fantastic. They have thee nicest cocktails/ mocktails (I can't drink in public places yet peak times). The one I had was called a Sea Breeze which has cranberry and apple juice with soda water and a dash of lime. It comes with or without vodka so everyone's a winner ey. 
As I went In there, I have to say ZARA is an increasing favourite of mine. I recently got my prom shoes from there (definitely not four months too early) and it's great to rummage through the beautiful monstrosity of sale piles. Their sale is always so so so goood! I managed to find this swanky funky top that's pretty awesome. It's quite a thin grey material with a silky kinda texture but then THE SLEEVES OH MY DAYS. They're like what happened before the batwing evolved and you can swoosh like hell in them. It's quite interesting as it's not your basic grey tee. I couldn't find it online but it's a prime example on when you should dig for gold in sale piles.  
So aside from all that, we spent some time wondering round the market place where I discovered my new love for dried pineapple. It's not as sharp as normal pineapple and it's dusted in icing sugar and looks super pretty. Annnnddd I finally tried bubble tea. It's so good and the whole process of getting it and watching it being made is fun. I've seen bubble tea cafe's popping up everywhere and I wouldn't be surprised is they were the new Starbucks to be honest.
 
So bae of the day (I think this a regular thing now) is Sarah Marie Karda because ugh just look at her
 

Friday 2 January 2015

Get the Look ~ ALICE GLASS

If I had to chose on of my favourite women in the whole wide world, it would have to be Alice Glass. Crystal Castles have been a favourite electronic band of mine for a good few years now. As much as I love her outstanding vocals, I love her style equally. Keys things for her look are bold black eyes (not the bruised ones), ever changing hair colour and your classic black pencil skirt.


HAIR
Her stand out locks (as well as her crazy vocals) have always been a U.S.P. of hers. In 2012, HipsterRunoff said she had the best hair in Indie. Her famous bright bob avoids looking like a toxic marshmallow, while channelling 90's Kurt Cobain-esk vibes.
(Hands in the air for shitting editing skills)
Bleach London are just one of them companies that have got it on point. Started in 2010, they've been favoured by Susie Bubble, Company Magazine and even Vogue. They have a salon in the Oxford Street Topshop basement which is pretty sweet. Think of your typical tumblr girls with a funky hair game going on.
A more safer option of incorporating the colour is by using hair crayons like the Bleach London Super Cool Colours range. They don't stay in your hair for ages but still give a vivid dash of colour to your hair. If you're not a fan of these bold colours, a safer yet great way to incorporate her look is the cut, the classic bob. Or if you're not ready to commit (shout out to my ex!), wigs and clip in bangs are just as effective.

Schwarzkopf LIVE Color XXL HD Permanent Black Hair Dye in 99 Deep Black ~ £5.49
http://www.boots.com/en/Schwarzkopf-LIVE-Color-XXL-HD-99-Deep-Black-Permanent-Black-Hair-Dye_1125409/
BLEACH LONDON Super Cool Colours in Washed Up Mermaid ~ £5
http://shop.bleachlondon.co.uk/collections/frontpage/products/bleach-super-cool-colours-washed-up-mermaid
Crazy Colour in Lavender ~ £16 for pack of four 
http://www.crazycolor.co.uk/shop/products/


MAKE UP
Her makeup routine consists of 'putting a load of black stuff on her eyes'. Obviously, there is more construct to that than just scribbling eyeliner around for a panda look. Just think of her eye makeup a more developed and dramatic take on the classic smoky eye. A good eye primer will protect your lids as a base, and will make sure your makeup stays put. And even though she isn't keen on lipstick, she still looks hella good right?
Maybelline Colossal Smokey Pen in Black ~ £5.99
http://www.superdrug.com/Maybelline/Maybelline-Colossal-Smokey-Pens-Black/p/498552#.VHDSx2wqXmQ
OCC Crème Colour Concentrate ~ £15.50
http://www.beautybay.com/cosmetics/obsessivecompulsivecosmetics/cremecolourconcentrate/bauhaus/
MAC Eye Shadow in Carbon ~ £13
http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/shaded/154/363/Products/Eyes/Shadow/Eye-Shadow/index.tmpl 
NARS Satin Lip Pencil in Yu ~ £18
http://narscosmetics.co.uk/en_GB/makeup-lips-lip-pencils/0607845092117.html#start=2
OCC Lip Tar Matte in Tarred ~ £14
http://www.beautybay.com/cosmetics/obsessivecompulsivecosmetics/liptarmatte/

Clothing
Alice definitely has the whole grunge trend going on point. She isn't particularly interested in fashion and conventions and a lot of her clothes are from her grandma. Therefore has the perfect attitude for pulling off the effortless look, as it is effortless. It's a more of a toned down nineties-esk vibe minus the tartans and plaid. If you want to achieve this look you can finally use them tights with the holes in that you've been meaning to chuck out (admit it, we all have a pair at the back of our underwear draws). Key things to keep in mind are:-
  • Black Pencil Skirts
  • Mostly Dark Tones
  • Black Tights (with or without holes and ladders)
  • Worn in Converse/Black Combat Boots
  • Ill Fitting Band/Graphic T-Shirts
  • Wide Eyed Sunglass
  • Bomber/Army Jackets
  • Minimal Jewellery
  • Be Serious As Hell


Urban Renewal Black Denim Skirt ~ £38
http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/uk/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=5414417120710&parentid=WOMENS-SKIRTS-EU#/
Ultimate MA1 Khaki Bomber Jacket ~ £55
http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/clothing-427/jackets-coats-2390889/ultimate-ma1-bomber-jacket-2841945?refinements=Colour%7b1%7d~%5bgreen%5d&bi=1&ps=20Converse
Converse All Star Hi Optical White ~ £47.99
http://www.office.co.uk/view/product/office_catalog/5,21/2411010837
DROP DEAD Bloom Dress ~ £40
http://www.dropdead.co/collections/girls-tops/products/bloom-dress-girls
UNIF Don't Worry Be Happy Boots ~ (around) £125
http://unifclothing.com/shop-all-shoes/dwbh-boots
Nior Sunglasses ~ £225    
Link was too long but wouldn't do the thing so it hyperlinked here
Tee and Cake Dinosaur Pocket Tee ~ £22
This one was too long as well so more hyperlinks yay
UNIF I Wish I Had Arms Tee - (around) £42
http://unifclothing.com/womens/tees/i-wish-i-had-arms
H&M Nirvana Tee ~ £9.99
http://www.hm.com/gb/product/34001?article=34001-A

Other things to consider are fractured/broken limbs, a bottle of Jack Daniels and shaking your hurr like you just don't curr.