May Favorites | May 2014

     As you've probably already guessed, monthly favorites are just one of many new series that will be popping up 'round these parts.

Obsession Overload

   Hello lovlies! With the summer having just begun, I have had more down time to read, watch tv, and shop. I thought today I would share my current obsessions with you so that you may join me in obsessing.

   Seeing Seersucker: Okay, seersucker just might be the death of my bank account! I am obsessed with this pattern. I am am trying to find some inexpensive navy and blue seersucker pants so if any of y'all know where to find some let me know! I think seersucker shorts are oh so cute and seersucker pajama pants are even cuter!!!!

   Monogram madness: I used to be very opposed to monogram. My thoughts were, "do you really have to initial everything to make sure you don't loose it???" I was completely wrong! My aunt bought me a small seersucker pouch with my monogram on it and I was in love. I then proceeded to order a 36 inch wooden monogram that should be coming very soon in the mail (I am so excited) that I am going to paint and hang in my room (pictures to come). I purchased mine at mintjulepmonograms.com I am also looking into a white tank top with my monogram (in an american flag print) on it from the shop DarlinMonograms on Etsy.

   BB Cream: My new favorite skin care routine now includes BB cream! My current favorite is Bare Minerals BB cream. Unfortunately, I am way too pale for the lightest shade they offer. I blend this product into my skin that you don't really notice but I hope to get a rockin tan this year! (which will never happen because I am pale enough to be Edward Cullen's sister)

   Youtubers: I have been scouting youtube for my next favorite youtuber and I have found her!! Her name is Glamourkate08. She has more of a preppy style and is so talented at what she does! She has inspired me to beg my parents to let me create a youtube channel! *Fingers crossed*

   Lovin Lilly: I have recently been obsessed with the spring/ summer lilly prints! Which is your favorite? I really like Watch Out which has cute red light houses on them and Lobstah Rolls with little lobsters!

   Adorable Aviators: I recently picked up a pair of super cute aviators from target! They are rose gold on the front and the sides are a salmon color, my favorite :)

   Since it is summer, I plan to upload once a week if not more! I have a big ballet recital with C tomorrow, wish us luck! If you have any comments, concerns or would like us to get to know you, comment away!

                                                                                         XOXO,

                                                                                              S

My Sincerest Apologies

No, I have not fallen off the edge of the Earth. I would like to issue an apology to every single one of you. I have neglected my duty as a blog writer for reasons that need not be mentioned. I'm very sorry. The coming months will be a bit hectic, but also very fun and I hope all of you will come along with me for Summer 2014! I will be posting much more regularly as well as starting some monthly/ weekly series 'round these parts. I hope you can all forgive me for dropping the ball. I am only human.  ~C

Summer Church Outfit

   Hey y'all! Church is a big part of my life. Every Sunday I wake up at 7 am to get ready to attend my church. Recently, it has gotten quite hot down in the south so I thought I would share with y'all what I wear (in variation) to church during the summer.
   Dress: During the summer I find it hard to wear shorts to church because 1) You have to make sure they are appropriate and 2) It is quite difficult to dress up shorts. For this reason I find myself usually wearing dresses but also the occasional skirt. My recent favorite dress is a green Ponte- Knit Shift Dress from Old Navy. I purchased this dress for easter and ended up not wearing it so recently I have been trying to get my money's worth out of it. The dress is very comfortable. The material is stretchy and oh so soft! I also like the shape and feel as though the lines complement my body. I purchased a large due to the fact they were out of mediums. In the future, if I purchase this dress in another color, neon pink or dark grey, I would buy a medium. I bought this dress when all Old Navy dresses were $15 but now you can pick this dress up for $18.

   Jewelry: To go along with the dress I like to wear some pearl earrings and a pearl necklace. By no means are my pearls real but when I wear them they make me feel sophisticated and classy. I also purchased a statement necklace from Old Navy recently that had the colors of the dress in it that I like to wear too. Unfortunately I don't have a picture to show y'all but any necklace that has the color green, dark blue or light blue would look spectacular!

   Shoes: I purchased a pair of small heeled shoes from a naturalizer outlet about 2 years ago. These shoes are tan and white and have a gold lining all around the shoe. I bought the shoes at the time because I thought it would be great to have a neutral shoe in my closet. When I first bought the shoes I wore them for one day and had painful blisters that soon followed. I was weary to try these shoes again but they look great with the outfit and give it a nice touch. You could also pair this outfit with some Tory Burch flats, possibly sperrys or even Jack Rodgers. I sadly do not own a pair of Jack Rodgers (yet) but I feel they would make this look very classy. I would personally wear the platinum Jack Rodgers but any would look super cute!
 
   Hair: Recently I have been wearing my hair like essie button located to the right. My hair is a little bit longer than essie button's and is about an inch below my shoulders ( I recently got it cut). All I do is curl my hair and brush it through to create loose curls that create a sort of beachy wave while still trying to look natural.

   Nails: Recently I have been loving any mint, salmon or lilac colors on my nails so any shade of those colors would look great!

   Purse: I have had my purse FOREVER! This is the longest time I have ever used a purse without changing it out. C actually found it for me at H&M for $36! To the left is a very similar but not exact match of the amazing purse I have in use. I use my purse to carry my glasses, bible, water bottle, notebook, and any makeup for touchups or hygiene essentials. I love the color of the bag because you can use it all year round!!!

I hope you enjoyed my Summer Church Outfit! I obviously tweak things here and there since I can't wear the same thing every week! :) Comment down below what your favorite item for the summer time and church is and I'll talk to y'all later!
                                                                                               Love,
                                                                                                    S

 
 

Where Have I Been?

Where have I been? That's a very good question! I have 3 words for you, FINAL EXAMS and SHERLOCK! I have been freaking out recently for final exams and final grades. I have also discovered a new show via C called Sherlock. It follows the lives of Sherlock Holmes and John Watson. I could literally talk about this show for hours! If you haven't watched this show yet, go watch it or I will never forgive you! No but seriously it is the best show ever, and did I mention that it is british?!?! Explains it ;) So yes, once school is out for summer I plan to make many more blog posts, including my monthly must haves, empties, DIY, book reviews and maybe even a makeup tutorial is in the near future  (hint hint)
                                              XOXO,
                                                    S

The TMI Tag | No, you aren't seeing double

Guys, I realize that my last post was a bunch of random question and answer and that you are probably sick of it, but because I read S's last post (scroll down and read it guys, she did a great job) I, like everyone else who read it, was tagged. Plus these questions seem like a lot of fun, so just go with it and I promise that we will be gabbing about beauty again soon. :)

The questions

What are you wearing?       Grey cami, blue pajama pants- you know it!!
Ever been in love?               No

Ever had a terrible breakup?      NoHow tall are you?                           5' 9" and 3/4How much do you weigh?              *Cringes*  This is one of the questions I take issue with. Not because I have issues with weight, but because I don't believe that a number should define me or anyone else for that matter. I am a Chosen, Holy, and Beloved child of God. Being ashamed of my body would mean that God had made a mistake. He makes no mistakes.  The number that appears when I step on the scale is between myself and my physician. The same applies to all of you. The fact that I am declining to tell you how much I weigh doesn't mean I struggle with weight- it means I believe I am so much more than a number. Any tattoos?          NoAny piercings?           My ears are double piercedOTP?                      Hazel Grace and Augustus Waters, Ron and Hermione, Mary and Matthew, Sybil and Tom, Sherlock and Molly, Tris and Tobias, Katniss and Peeta, Cher and Josh, Emma Stone and Andrew Garfield, Castle and Beckett, Penny and Leonard, Ted and The Mother, Marshall and Lily, Robin and Barney, Fitz and Olivia, Meredith and Derek, Lexie and Mark, Owen and Christina, Chandler and Monica, Ross and Rachel, Favorite show?    I can't choose just one- Sherlock, Downton Abbey, Greys, Scandal, Castle, Miss Marple, Poirot, HIMYM, TBBT, Friends, Will & Grace, Castle
Favorite band?            Can't pick      Something you miss?   Los Angeles, my grandparents, Favorite song?         To Build A Home by The Cinematic Orchestra, Poision & Wine by The Civil Wars, Breathe Me by Sia, Our God by Chris TomlinHow old are you?    TeenagerZodiac sign?   Leo ( August 6th)Quality you look for in a partner?    KindnessFavorite quote?     You will find photos of them scattered about this post. I love a good quote. :) 


 

Favorite actor? Tom HanksFavorite color?  Purple or Forrest Green loud or soft music? In between, I love alternative Where do you go when your sad?   I go somewhere quiet. i get the urge to eat lots of sugar and buy beauty products How long does it take you to shower?    20 minutes How long does it take you to get ready in the morning?   Over an hourEver been in a physical fight? Yes, with my siblingsTurn on?  Kind, gentle, funny, understanding, Christ lover, someone who loves their mom, nice eyes, helpful, not afraid to show who he is, lanky, a little shy, selfless, comfortingTurn off?    Rude, constantly cursing, excessive tattoos and piercings, judgmental, negative, needy, selfishThe reason you started a blog? I was inspired by other blogs and wanted to share my "knowledge" Fears? A lot- Vomit, dying before I'm ready, divorce, heights, plane crashes, car crashes, roaches, public speaking, embarrassment,  not being able to see what is coming both literally and figuratively, snakes, Last thing that made you cry?  At Good Friday the pastor was speaking of how Jesus died FOR ME and I teared up quite a bit. Last time you said you loved somebody? I actually can't quite remember, sometime over the weekend. With some people I say it very easily, with others its hard for me for reasons I don't know.Meaning behind your blog name? I like alliteration and British SlangLast book you read? Re read Divergent 

  Book your currently reading? Currently re reading The Fault In Our Stars Last show you watched? Miss MarpleLast person you talked to? My ParentsThe relationship between you and the person you last texted? S- My best friend in the whole wide worldFavorite food? A pasta dish my daddy makesPlace you want to visit? LONDON, Amsterdam, Paris, Chicago, New YorkDo you have a crush? YesLast time you were insulted?  uhhhh I can't remember. 

Favorite flavor of sweet?     MintWhat instrument do you play?  I used to play the ViolinFavorite piece of jewelry?    Above knuckle ringsLast sport you played?    Does Ballet count? Last song you sang?     Our God by Chris TomlinFavorite pickup line?    "Hermione, you're a girl..."Have you ever used it?  NoLast time you hang out with anyone?  Last friday Who should answer these questions next?    All of you!!!!

TMI Tag!

1: What are you wearing? Jcrew navy striped top, Jcrew green chino shorts and old navy statement necklace 
2: Ever been in love? with famous and fictional people- yes!
3: Ever had a terrible breakup? Nope!
4: How tall are you? 5'8'' 
5: How much do you weigh? That's for me to know!
6: Any tattoos? No

My favorite OTP

7: Any piercings? I have a single piercing on my ears
8: OTP? Iv'e got a bunch!! Tris and Tobias, Hazel and Augustus, Katniss and Peeta, Anna and Krisotff, Hermione and Ron, Andrew Garfield and Emma Stone, The Royal Family, Rose and the Doctor 
9: Favorite show? Doctor who, Project Runway, Glee, Dance Moms, Lost, modern family, cupcake wars, finding bigfoot
10: Favorite bands? Ed Sheeran, David Crowder, Casting Crowns, Hunter Hayes, Luke Bryan
11: Something you miss? Old Disney tv shows (especially Kim possible, thats so Raven, Phil of The Future and Lizzy McGuire) and Zaboomafoo
12: Favorite song? Invisible and Everybody's got Somebody but me by Hunter Hayes, Lego House and Small Bump by Ed sheeran, I won;t give up by Jason Mraz, Love story by Taylor Swift, The Story of my Life by One Direction, Jesus Take The Wheel by Carrie Underwood, All you need is Love by The Beatles
13: How old are you? Lets just say a teenager :)
14: Zodiac sign? Taurus (April 20th)
15: Quality you look for in a partner? Intelligent, sense of humor, selfless, kind
16: Favorite Quote? I would rather own little and see the world than own the world and see little of it

The Amazing Ansel Elgort

17: Favorite actor? Ansel Elgort, Josh Hutcherson, Andrew Garfield, Theo James, David Tennat, Logan Lerman, Rupert Grint
18: Favorite color? Mint green or Salmon
19: Loud music or soft? Usually soft
20: Where do you go when you’re sad? My room and read
21: How long does it take you to shower? 30-40 minutes
22: How long does it take you to get ready in the morning? 10-30 minutes
23: Ever been in a physical fight? with my brother- Yes!
24: Turn on? Christian, compassionate, selfless, kind, red hair :)
25: Turn off? Copious amounts of tattoos and piercings
26: The reason I decided to blog? I had opinions to share and wanted to help those in need of some assistance  
27: Fears? a lot! Spiders, sharks, weeping angels, oblivion (see what I did there), death, fire, kidnappers, ghosts, rejection.
28: Last thing that made you cry? Forrest Gump on last night
29: Last time you said you loved someone? about 5 minutes ago to my dog
30: Meaning behind your blog name? (Wet wellies) because C and I have wellies and they make us feel british (23) because Wet wellies was already taken
31: Last book you read? I just finished TFIOS for the second time
32: The book you’re currently reading? I am about to start Allegiant!
33: Last show you watched? Doctor Who
34: Last person you talked to? My dad
35: The relationship between you and the person you last texted? C- ma best frand
36: Favorite food? Anything Chick-fil-a 
37: Place you want to visit? London- DUH!
38: Last place you were? my kitchen
39: Do you have a crush? Yes
40: Last time you kissed someone? My dog 5 minutes ago
41: Last time you were insulted? Around a week ago
42: Favorite flavor of sweet? Sweet tea
43: What instruments do you play?? Nothing, I am not music oriented!
44: Favorite piece of jewelry? statement necklaces or my Brighton charm bracelet 
45: Last sport you played? I just got back from dance
46: Last song you sang? Let it go!
47: Favorite chat up line? Do you watch Doctor Who?
48: Have you ever used it? Of course :)
49: Last time you hung out with anyone? C and our friend on friday
50: Who should answer these questions next? You reading this!

Have a fantastic day!!!! ~S