Chicago Haul

This past week I was in Chicago for a few different times, hanging with friends and with family. Each time I had the privilege of going to different stores. Hanging in Chicago means quirky shops along with high brand names. This time along with hitting some of my favorite places, like H&M, we also went to fun thrift shops and random artsy shops.

H&M:

1. Loose Knit Ombre Sweater
This sweater I got on sale for $5! I must admit that when H&M has things on sale, the prices are beyond a good deal. This sweater isn't heavy enough for winter, but it has a nice spring and fall feel- which makes mee excited to go back to school.

2. Skater Skirt

This piece is a wonderful basic to have. The skater skirt is flattering on all body shapes and can easily be paired with sweaters, tanks, crops, or graphic tees.

3. Cat Print Dress
Cats are a big thing right now, and I'm not complaining. As a cat lover with allergic family members, I'll take anything cat haha. But this dress is super cute! The zipper isn't on the side, but on the back instead, which allow for a modern chic look. The material is also heavier, which makes this a good dress for the winter if paired with some funky colored tights.


Some artsy jewelry accessory store:

 4. Faux pinchers
So to my friends and family, it's no secret that I am a fan of using your body as personal expression. As a person with 9 piercings, I must say that I love the idea of body art. However, in respect with my parents' wishes, I am not allowed to get tattoos or stretch my ears until I am 21. With that in mind, I found these cool faux pinchers. [cocojewelry]

 5. Clay Nail Decals
I think Forever 21 sells the same thing, since the label on this says Love and Beauty. But I love nail things, so these two sets have a combination of cute bows, fruits, and sweets, and then modern punky studs, glitter, and gems.

6. Polaroid Earring Set
Mostly as a sucker for the cute packaging, this earring set is really cute. Each set has a different polaroid picture with three sets of earrings.

Different Thrift Stores:

7. Diana MoMa Camera

I find this a wonderful steal! For $15 dollars I got a camera I have lusted over for such a long time! It even came with flash! But this camera is a film camera, which creates nice dreamy airy like pictures.

8. American Eagle Lace Shorts

One of the Thrift Stores I like to visit is actually a chain, Plato's Closet. This store only carries recent trends from popular name brand stores. So with lace being a popular trend this summer, I decided to grab a pair of shorts to match.

9. Modern Color Pop Patterned Sweater

This sweater is beyond spunky! I love it's fun pattern, but also its bright orange pop of color on the hem. The sweater is a partial crop top, and it will be perfect to wear in the fall with a skater skirt or high waisted jeans.

9. Graphic Tee

Normally I don't buy t-shirts, unless its from a concert or a charity.. but this one was so fun and different, giving off a fun meaning. The shirt reads "We don't create trends we avoid them, styles change, good taste doesn't".

10. BP Oxford Shoes

Oxford shoes tend to be associated with preppier looks, but lately these shoes can be paired with dresses and other nicer pieces of clothing for a more hipster or retro style. These shoes are also padded and have a comfortable sole.

11. Forever XXI City Name Sweater
This is yet another recognized store brand I found at the thrift store. If you haven't figured it out yet, I like sweaters and heavier pieces since I go to school in Minnesota, one of the coldest places.

Mall Haul

More summer shopping! 

Last week my mom took mee shopping for a girls' day celebration of my birthday. We went to an outlet mall, so all the clothes were really well priced with lots of deals. Needless to say, when the whole day is spent together at a mall, lots of shopping ensues. 

This spree consisted of lots of summer wear. More funky tops. And lots of fun prints and colors. I also couldn't help but indulge myself in two of my favorite things, which were combined; makeup and Hello Kitty.

(I also pre- apologize for the pictures. I was lazy and didn't want to charge my camera- instead I opted for crappily lit phone pics.)

Zumiez:

1. Neon Boardshorts

These shorts are super cute! Now with the sunshine coming out, it's time to hit the beach! I am a fan of plain black clothes, but with neon becoming a new thing this season, I thought I could use some fun printed shorts to wear with my black bikini top.

2. White Lace Bandeau

Bralettes and bandeaus are super comfortable! Lately, I've been wearing these all the time because they are more comfy than bras, and they look cuter than a normal sports bra! You can wear these with man tanks, tanks, dresses, etc. I tend to pair these with funky backed tees and dresses - but I also like wearing these with cut up t-shirts.

3. Neff Beanies

I love beanies!! These hats are super comfy and can be worn in many different ways. Usually, most people attribute these hats with the winter. However, I wear them in the summer with dresses and baggy tees. They're great for second day hair or lazy days. Right now Zumiez is having a BOGO50% sale on all their beanies too!

4. V- Neck Pocket Tee

Always a fan of basics, these tees are super comfy, and they come in a wide variety of colors. These shirts are 100% cotton, and the pocket is an added bonus! 

5. Grey Vans Eras

Converse vs. Vans vs. Toms vs. Keds. I honestly love all of those shoes, and I do own all of them. However, Vans are super comfy, and Vans Eras are definitely one of my favorite because of the arch support for a flat shoes and the extra padding on the lid of the shoes. They are really nice to wear with skinnies or with dresses!

Pac Sun Outlet:

6. Bullhead Stripped Denim Vest

This vest is really nice because it is a way to immediately "hipster- up" any outfit, whether it's a dress or a tank. I recently wore this vest to a concert, and it is really nice because my phone and my money fit in the pockets wonderfully, without having to worry about anything falling out.

7.  Nollie Chiffon Maxi Skirt

As similarly to my last mall haul, maxi skirts and dresses are in... and I am a fan of this trend! Although being shorter than most, this style is amazing because you can dress it up or down, sweet or punk, day or night, etc. This skirt has slits up the side, and the maxi length is sheer fabric with the opaque fabric hitting just above my knees.

Guess Outlet:

8. Guess Tie- Dyed Shorts

Tie- dye is totally in now. Different colored shorts are a new trend that are really cool. I love colored pants already, but colored shorts allow for creativity in the summer too! I plan to wear these to warped tour or other fun music festivals. Pair crazy shorts with a more placid shirt to balance out your outfit though. 

9. Guess Colorblock Tank

White and Black are some of the new colors for the season. Luckily, I already love wearing simple colors, and this tank top combines these colors in a neat geometric form. The white is more see through, so it allows mee to wear a fun, bright colored bandeaus.

J. Crew Outlet:

10. Basic Star Tank

J. Crew has lots of different colors and patterned tanks at their outlet location. This tank is perfect for the fourth of July or any other outdoor festivities, like BBQs. Also, J. Crew is having all their tanks on sale, starting at $5.

BCBG Maxazria:

11. Lace White Cutout Cocktail Dress

This dress is simply adorable! I plan to wear this for my school's winter ball, a formal event at a hotel giving all the students a chance to be classy for a night. This dress is so cute! The straps and the cutouts are covered in lace, and they have a nice soft feel to it. The fabric is also very silky and is thick enough that certain colors aren't seen through it. I can't wait for December, when I can pair this with some simple gold jewelry and some nude pumps!

And that is the result of a long day at the outlet malls. I love outlets because they have the same name and style clothes as regular malls, but there are lower prices and way better deals. I'm excited for the upcoming festivities, which will give mee a chance to wear these pieces!

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Makeup Haul

After numerous ice skating shows and awkward panda eye makeup in middle school, I am no stranger to makeup. However, despite what my daddy may complain, you can never have too much makeup! Along with my mall haul, I went on a slight makeup haul too. 

Recently, I have turned away from drugstore brand names in favor of higher end brands. NYX has always been my favorite brand and I will always stand by it. They offer a wonderful color selection, and their eyeliners and eye shadow never fade. Toni Ko, the founder, is asian and being asian, it's really difficult to find makeup that works well with my skin type. 

But I've also taken a liking to Urban Decay. Urban Decay offers a wide variety of bright colors in their eye shadows and eyeliner. The colors all last well, and their eye shadow primer only adds to their appeal. I've heard that Urban Decay also has great primers and setting sprays, so I bought some in an attempt to see for myself.

ULTA Haul:

ULTA is having a deal where any order of Urban Decay over $35 will get you a free gift of a 24/7 Eyeliner pencil. Also, if you don't have one yet, ULTA has a wonderful rewards program, where you build up points and receive various coupons, deals, and free items.

1. Urban Decay Chill Spray

2. Urban Decay Travel BB Cream

3. Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner in Zero

4. NYX Round Case Lipstick in Doll, Sunflower, Louisiana, and Eros

UrbanDecay.com Haul:

Urban Decay online is having tons of deals! Each one of the palettes I bought was overly on sale and the other things I bought each came with a free gift. I highly recommend buying Urban Decay products on their site because of these deals!

1. De- Slick Travel

2. Mariposa Palette

3. Ammo Palette

4. 24/7 Eyeliner in Yeyo

5. Eyeshadow Primer Potion Travel

6. Grindhouse Pencil Sharpener

Mariposa Palette; Contains Rockstar, Gunmetal, Skimp, Infamous, Wreckage, Haight, Money, Mushroom, Spotlight, and Limelight

Ammo Palette; Contains Smog, Mildew, Oilslick, Last Call, Chopper, Maui Wowie, Shattered, Polyester Bride, Grifter, and Sin

Sears Haul:

Normally I don't shop (or even enter) Sears. However, being in desperate need of a bathroom after drinking a large iced tea, I went into Sears for the first time in a couple years. Sears carries all the same makeup as other generic makeup places, like ULTA. Although Sears is having a 50% of sale for all its makeup, regardless of the brand.

1. NYX For Your Eyes Only Palette for Mysterious Brown Eyes

2. NYX Slide On, Glide On, Definitely a Turn On Eyeliner in Esmerelda

3. NYX Round Case Lipstick in Indian Summer and Femme

4. Revlon Lip Butter in Raspberry Pie

5. Physicians Formula BB Cream

6. Rimmel Natural Bronzer

NYX For Your Eyes Only Mysterious Brown Eyes Palette

 All in all, that's my makeup haul! So excited to get to learn how to use all of these now! Well, maybe not learn how to use, but more of how to apply... either or, lots of fun new eye and lip looks to come!

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Mall Haul

I LOVE shopping!!

But I think that goes without saying, since I'm a teenage girl with access to a credit card.

The other day was the first day I got to go to a mall, since heading off to college a year ago. I got to hit up Woodfield Mall, Chicago's number one tourist attraction. I enjoyed spending the day with one of my best friends, visiting some of my favorite stores like Urban Outfitters, H&M, and Pac Sun.

I totally indulged myself and completely blew my first paycheck of the summer. My style is constantly changing and I've gone from the toddler in a tutu to an awkward middle schooler in the "emo" phase to a "don't give a care" high schooler. But now being in college, my style has transitioned once again. Lately, I've been wearing more of a mix between sweet and spunky, combining pieces like dresses and skirts with bold and funky tees and tanks.

Anywhos... here's a collection of the change from summer paycheck to summer wardrobe.

1. Urban Outfitters Breeze Cat- Eye Sunglasses

I needed, well really wanted, a pair of brown sunglasses, and these fit my face shape really well. They also were in the cat eye style, which is one of my "go to" styles of sunglasses. I think the style is a nice mix between sweet and indie. As an added bonus UO is having a sale in- stores where all their sunglasses are $10!

2. Riot Society Catastrophe Hi-Low Tee

This tee is simply adorable! Recently cats are a big pop culture thing, and this t-shirt incorporates cats in a funny pun. The image has two cats destroying everything. The hi- low cute is perfect because the front isn't a crop and reaches the waistband of my shorts. The material is also 100% cotton, which I am always a big fan of, so the shirt has a nice soft feel. It's simply purr-fect!

 3. Tokidoki Ciao Unicorn Muscle Tee
I adore the brand tokidoki. Not only is it inspired by Japanese fashion and characters, but the style takes these cute characters and transform them into punky clothing. Muscle t-shirts are quickly becoming one of my favorite new styles because they're feel really nice and soft, and they have a nice baggy fit, which  allows for a comfortable and stylish look. I usually wear mine with a tank or bandeau underneath, but when I'm relaxing at home, I usually toss on a sports bra instead.

4. Daisy Mesh Crop Top

Crop Tops are a new and big hit this summer. However, I don't really have the stomach to wear just these shirts by themselves, but I really love this style and thought the daisies and corset look are adorable. So instead, I plan to wear this with high waisted shorts or skirts because I think the daisies and the mesh give this shirt a nice summery look.

5. Mitch Luker Memoriam Tee

I normally don't buy guy's t-shirts, unless they're at a thrift store or from a concert. However, last October the Mitch Lucker, the lead singer of one of my favorite bands, Suicide Silence, died in a motorcycle accident. Lucker leaves behind a wife and 5 year old daughter. In response to Lucker's passing the music community bonded together and donated money to the Kenadee Lucker foundation, a charity set up by Suicide Silence to help pay for Lucker's daughter's education. This memoriam shirt is one of the shirts the foundation is selling to help pay for Kenadee's schooling.

For more information about the foundation check out the band's site http://www.suicidesilence.net/

6. Pleated Maxi Skirt

I would have never guessed that I could wear, let alone fit in, a maxi skirt, seeing as I'm 5'1''. however, I have always been jealous of girls that could wear maxi skirts because the look is so classy, and it elongates the legs. But after my friend's relentless urging, I decided to try on a maxi skirt and to my surprise it fit perfectly! Granted, the model's picture has the skirt hitting a few inches above the ankle, and my skirt perfectly hits my ankles. This skirt is beautiful and simple, and I can't wait to wear it all summer with tanks, crops, and peter pan shirts.

7. Deena & Ozzy Purple Bag

While, I don't need yet another purse, this bag was so cute! Especially since it was on sale at UO, and it is in purple. The bag is large enough to fit all of my basic stuff, like my phone, my wallet, my keys, my notebook, and makeup, but the most important part is that it fits my DSLR camera.  And any bag that fits my camera is amazing, since it is a bit large.

8. Deena & Ozzy Mini Backpack

This bag is super cute! It's really light weight and really durable. I plan to use this all summer to carry all my stuff when I go on bike rides, walks to the library, and music festivals. The backpack even has side pockets on the inside!

So there's the total of my mall damage this week. I can't wait for the weather to warm up so I can wear these. With a new wardrobe and a year of college behind mee, I am ready to enjoy this summer!

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