Pet Peeves #1

Hello everyone, 

I thought I'd start doing a regular segment on my blog - perhaps weekly or monthly of my pet peeves and little annoyances, things that have been irritating me and might irritate you a little bit too - basically I'm blogging away my pet peeves - voicing them silently over the blogosphere so to speak!

So without further ado, here are some of my pet peeves for this week...enjoy or sympathise as you may(!)

1. People who have palm trees in their gardens....this may seem like I'm just being picky but I live in England and though occasionally we do have a summer, most of the time the weather is indecisive, no matter what the season so having palm trees in your front garden doesn't really reflect the UK. Whenever I drive past and see a palm tree (whilst wiping my windscreen of rain might I add!) I get a teeny tiny bit annoyed inside.... and the little voice in my head screams 'we live in England not Florida!'


2. Terrible car parking....being a novice myself and new to driving around in my little car I haven't got hundreds of years of driving experience but boy oh boy do I know bad car parking when I see it! Here I am parking nicely within the lines (most of the time!) and then someone next to me hogs their space so much so that on more than one occasion I've had to resort to getting out the other side of the car and clambering over the gear stick to do so! Ladylike I know...!


3. Another driving themed pet peeve...here we go. Recently whilst filling up at the petrol station, at 'rush hour' I might add I was forced by the car behind(by a loud horn :( ) to go to a filling stationy bit my car reluctantly pulled up at (the wrong side)- I had to whip the pump around my car to fill up, and although the petrol pumps have extra long 'hoses' for these situations I still felt annoyed and felt as if I was whipping my poor little car! (Please tell me someone else feels the same!)


4. Melodrama - All of us go through a phase when we get our brat masks on and take the centre stage (that time of the month etc.) though it is slightly different with people who want to get all the attention all the time. It just really pushes my buttons and I get my climbing boots on at the ready as it simply drives me up the wall. Over-dramatic people need to re-evaluate their lives and themselves, pleaseee!

Perhaps I should've done 5 shortish pet peeves but 4 will do for now...I have plenty more!

Share with me what your pet peeves are for the week/month/year!

Till next time, 

Georgie xoxo

Uni Haul !

Counting down the days has begun, September 17th 2012 - I leave for university and to start my new life living away from home and everything I've ever known for these past 17 (nearly 18) years. Guaranteed that I get the grades I need to go to my first choice university, I'll have an oven and a proper kitchen to cook my wholesome studenty meals in haha - so in preparation my mum and I went on a little spree, picking up bits for my new uni life; bedding, cooking bits and bobs, bath towels etc etc... So instead of keeping these to myself I thought I'd share with you all, fellow students (or not!) what I've bought... enjoy!

Bedding! Went a bit crazy and got three bedding sets, all from BHS in their sale plus my student discount...it's all so Cath Kidsony, I love it!

Few kitchen bits: Little containers, pretty tea-towels, an omelet maker pan - my brother bought this for me hahaa ~ cute little cupcake sign to keep me jolly and some cups and saucers because I'm a sucker for tea as any English girl is... Next I bought some cake tins (set of three), how patriotic are they!? haha and a spotty plate that I handpainted myself at work (I work at a fun little ceramics cafe, I love it)

Just some more bedding bits; a couple of bottom sheets and a cute pink spotty laundry bag! 

Stay tuned for some more uni hauling - there's so much more to get...and so little time!! 

Any blog ideas or comments....leave below!!

Georgie xoxo

Hello everyone, Finally I'm back! After three months of solid revision and my final A-Level exams, I'm back! I won't go into too much detail about my exams and revision stress a such but all I can say is that I'm so glad to be back blogging! Let my three month long summer and the uni preparations begin!

On the uni note, I thought I'd start blogging about what things I've bought for uni already, keeping you all up to date with what I'm bringing...what do you think?!

As well as preparing for uni, attending the Olympics (!!!) working and going to the beach lots of days, I turn 18 at the end of July! Finally!

Moving on, I'm doing lots of crafty bits this summer and I hope to share photos on here!

Lots of love (I've missed this!)

Georgie xoxo

P.S: If you have any blog ideas please let me know!

Revision Stress - The Last Hurdle!

Hello everyone, just a little update as to why I haven't been blogging as of late...

I'm 17 years old and am in my final year at sixth form...I have a university place for September and for me, this is a time of non-stop revision and determination to go to my first choice university (which I LOVE!) So I've been taking a back-seat to blogging recently in preparation for my summer exams, I have 10 arghhh! Plus my extended project presentation is on Wednesday - I'm sosososooo nervous! Any who, whilst writing this mini post I'm procrastinating from doing the three essays set for homework and a bunch of revision notes....hahaa the irony. I promise there'll be endless outfit posts, ramblings, university worries posts and other 'lifey' bits as soon as pos! Sorry in advance and if any of you have any revision tips and tricks please tell me! I'm all ears!

On a good note, I finish my exams in 60 days and I'll be free...until university! I hope you all have  a lovely Sunday and start of the week tomorrow!

Georgie xoxo

OOTD - As I am

 Just a little OOTD post from the weekend when the weather was actually bearable and nice outside! Today it's well, ugh! I love this new stripey dress I picked up in Primark the other day, my wardrobe is jam-packed full of stripes but a girl can never have enough stripes right? As well as this, it was a purse-pleaser at just £8! It's short sleeved and reminiscent of Topshop's similar skater dress from last summer. I've teamed the dress with my trusty H&M denim jacket as it was a little breezy outside and my ever-so comfortable Arizona boots, (like Allegras) from Topshop of which I stupidly forget I have!

 Anyway...

Dress - Primark, Denim Jacket and Leggings - H&M, Necklace - old, Bag - Primark, Arizona Boots - Topshop, Bangles - Topshop, Ring - boutique in Milan, Sunglasses - Ray-ban 

Comment and rate!

Georgie xoxo 

March Empties and other musings!

Hello everyone, 

Long time no post but I've been pummelled with mock exams all week and so procrastinating was a no-go in the evenings sadly! But alas, I'm back! Just thought I'd set myself a challenge and begin to wither away my untouched products and keep my temptations at bay from purchasing more products... Here are my 'March Empties' - hope you enjoy!

1. BareMinerals Loose Powder Foundations, Mineral Veil and Concealer: After receiving this little set for Christmas (of which also came with a bronzer - I haven't even made a dent in that!) I completely changed my face routine and I'm now obsessed with BareMinerals. The products have worked wonders on my face, the covered is medium really but importantly, it's buildable! The finish is so natural and gives you a glow (definitely not the dreaded cake-face or oily!). The concealer beneath the foundation hides blemishes and the natural minerals in the ingredients for me, have helped to diminish any fine lines or blemishes, reducing them in size dramatically. I absolutely LOVE the system and there's no doubt about it - I'm repurchasing!!

2. Batiste Dry Shampoo in Blush - Batiste is by far my favourite dry shampoo brand, it works and the scent and system lasts for hours on end. I bought this for a school trip where I stayed in the Peak District for a week and so this product was a must. The teeny tiny travel size lasted me the trip, I used it on days between washing my hair and shared it with the girls I stayed in a room with too - £1 well spent - thank you Boots! Repurchase? - Definitely, for 'just in case' situations!

3. Guinot Pure Balance Treatment Mask - After having a lovely facial I was given a few samples to try out and my beautician recommended this little product, not as a full mask but to dab on any oncoming blemishes or marks at night - go to sleep and wake up with the blemish reduced or even gone! Fair to say this product does exactly that! The formula is that of a regular face mask and the smell is to die for - think fresh flowers on the market smell! There is a downside however, the price! For a full size tube, around the 50-100ml mark it's around £20 or so - and seeing as this sample of 3ml lasted me at least 3/4 months, I'm thinking I might just cheekily ask for another sample!! Repurchase? - Maybe, or I'll just get another sample!

4. Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser - I've used this literally for years, ever since I started to take care of my skin, around the 11/12 year old mark I've used the Simple range with no hiccups. Having quite sensitive skin, it's hard to find a good moisturiser that doesn't irritate your skin or is affordable (!) yet with no scents or harmful chemicals, the Simple range is ideal! I use this twice daily - after washing and toning my face, it soaks into my skin quickly and doesn't leave skin oily, nor does it leave dry patches of skin! Repurchase? Definitely, I already have a couple stored away as to not ruin my Simple skincare streak - and at he £1 - £2 mark who can say no!

Hope you enjoyed,

Georgie xoxo

Pennies and dimes for kiss - OOTD

 Just a quick OOTD, my outfit is quite formal for me but I fancied tweaking my style a bit today!

Georgie xoxo

Dress - Primark (skinny belt included)
Studded Tan Pumps - Topshop Sale

Gold Bib Necklace - Forever 21
Gold Moustache Ring - Topshop

It's a love story, baby just say yes - OOTD

Another speedy OOTD for you to enjoy - I quickly put this together in a rush this morning, hence my haggard looking face! Oh and I swear my arms aren't that big - my denim shirt takes being 'oversized' to the next level! 

Georgie xoxo

Oversized Denim Shirt - GAP
Heart Confetti Dress - H&M
Pashmina bought from a market stall

12 Favourite Songs of 2012 so far...

Hello everyone,

Just a little post on this miserable rainy Sunday afternoon - I officially despise English weather! 

Anyway, here's my 12 favourite songs of 2012 so far...enjoy!

1. Domino - Jessie J.
- I absolutely ADORE this song, it's so catchy and I can't help but dance when I hear it! It's an ideal song for getting ready to go out with the girls!
2. You're Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go - Bob Dylan cover by Miley Cyrus.
- I already loved the original version of this song but as soon as I heard Miley covering it, I knew I'd love it ten times more, her voice matches the song's meaning and rhythm perfectly. 
3. Levels - Avicii 
- This is such a feel-good song, perfect for those days when it's sunny (rare in the UK I know!) - this song has such uplift and makes me so motivated and ready to tackle the day.
4. Twilight - Cover Drive
- I absolutely love this song, perfect at parties...especially when with that special someone! - Enough said!
5. Alone Again - Alyssa Reid (the original version)
- I'd say this is a modern version of Britney's 'Everytime' as for me, the song really speaks to me and is personal, something which has been missing from the charts for so long. I'm not too keen on the remixed version of this song and think it destroys the song's meaning!
6. Call Me Maybe - Carly Rae Jepson
- Such a cute, happy-go-lucky song that cheers you up with it's upbeat and infectious tune!
7. Lego House - Ed Sheeran
- As a former student at my school I'm almost obliged to love his songs but I genuinely do! I know his album was released last year but I'm putting it here anyway! His voice is so soothing and all in all his album is perfect to fall asleep to - I've tried and tested this over and over again!
8. The One You Say Goodnight To - Kinna Grannis
- Again this was released last year but after hearing it as part of Gossip Girl's soundtrack I've fallen head over heels in love with it - it oozes old school love mixed with the little love heart sweets to make an overly sweet and charming song!
9. Safe and Sound - Taylor Swift
- Anything Taylor Swift I adore but this song as part of the Hunger Games soundtrack gains two brownie points from me. Again, this is perfect for sending you to sleep and is so calming.
10. Part of Me - Katy Perry
- Such a motivational song, oozing girl power ideal for post break-ups and girly nights both in or out!
11. Where Do Broken Hearts Go? - Whitney Houston
- Though this song was released years ago, I thought it was only fitting for me to mention this, my all time favourite song of the late Whitney Houston. My love life has been battered the past few years and time after time I've gone to this song when I'm upset. RIP Whitney and thank you.
12. We Are Young - Fun
- Such a catchy and relatable songs for teenagers like myself...you know what I mean!

If you've read this far, I applaud you, thank you for reading my ramblings...what are your favourite songs at the moment? Let me know!

OOTDs on their way this week!!

Georgie xoxo

Leaping Lizards...it's a LEAP DAY!

Hello everyone, 

Just a short and sweet little blog post seeing as I won't be able to write another one on this date for another four years! Just imagine having your birthday on February 29th, you'd be a quarter of your age - being the pathetic person I am, I find this so weird yet so cool!
Leap Day traditions are just as cool/weird.... by Irish legend, women are 'allowed' to propose to men...
What will you be doing this Leap Day? I certainly won't be joining in this tradition - I'm single, and asking a boy to marry me will definitely not be on my agenda - maybe next Leap Day?! hahaaa

Georgie xoxo

Home study is my best friend!

Hello everyone, 

After toodling home early due to home study and only having two lessons on a Wednesday, I'd thought I'd come home, grab a cup of tea and sit down to write a little blog post! The sun is shining today and coming home early has just boosted my mood so much, I'm literally on cloud nine at the moment; I'm in my pajama bottoms (I change into these comfortable creations as soon as I get home - luxury!) and I'm just doodling around the house, aka procrastinating and dabbling doing 'bits' of homework. And I use the term 'bits' very loosely - I'm rearranging folders, fun fun!

Any way, I thought I'd just do a rambly, un-planned post and just tell you what's to come! I'm probably going to spend the afternoon catching up with Gossip Girl, online - o.O yes online, so I'm way ahead of the UK's airing - cheeky! Then I reckon I'll do a little bit of homework and make a revision plan of some sort as mocks are coming to get me in three weeks time - eek! Nonetheless, I'm in the process of planning some little cutesy blog posts; books, beauty and fashion thingmabobs, advice and such things!

I hope you're all enjoying this beautiful sunshine the UK is currently having and likewise if you're elsewhere in the world I hope you all have a lovely day and rest of the week!

I'll leave you with an ickle photo of myself loving home study!

Till next time, Georgie xoxo

OPI Obsessed!

After a clearing of my bedroom and more importantly my wardrobes, I rediscovered my OPI nail polish collection and after weeks of having 'naked' nails, I treated myself to a nice new coat of paint! Luxury!
I'd forgotten how lovely these nail polishes were and the overall brand OPI - I have a few other beauty products of theirs; their lipstick line, of which I think may be discontinued now, is to die for!

I've recently become reacquainted with this gorgeous purplely blue iridescent polish, 'Sugarplum Yum' of which is flip-colour, changing in different lights. It has blue, purple, pink and perhaps a dash of silver to its tones and as OPI are all too well known for; it goes on a treat! OPI is renowned for its longevity and un-chipping nature, all of which I adore about the brand.
Here's a close up of 'Sugarplum Yum' - isn't the name cute? So whimsical and nostalgic, reminiscent of fantasy forests and such in fairytales!

Till next time, Georgie xoxo

TOPSHOP WANTS!

Liberty Ring - £10

Manhattan Boucle Bag by Marc B - £45

Moto Super Skinny Leigh Jeans in Rose - £38

Cluster Floral Snood - £16

Knitted Union Jack Jumper - £46

Jersey 3/4 Sleeve Skater Dress - £25

Religious Stretch Wrist Wear - £5

Nails in Threadbare - £5

Just a few bits I'm hoping my purse will be able to afford from Topshop!

Georgie xoxo 

OOTD - A day at sixth form

Here's my first OOTD, just a day a normal day at sixth form. I tend to wear comfortable casual clothes, grabbing whatever I can scavenge in my wardrobes in the morning!

Here's my outfit!

Cashmere Jumper - Vintage
Leigh Skinny Jeans - Topshop
Collared Top - Topshop
Grey Leather Boots - Topshop Sale

I absolutely adore this pashmina scarf, I'm forever throwing this on to add a pop of colour and pattern to my outfit!
Likewise, this pennyfaced owl necklace is in many of my outfits during the week, it was a bargain too; about £3/4 from New Look! My pashmina is a flurry of green and purple paisley print and is so snuggly and warm; I got it for a couple of £s at a market! 

I adore these Topshop jeans, they're so stretchy and I think dark washes are so much more slimming than lighter more summery washes. These Leigh jeans are quite thin though, which is beneficial as they feel like leggings almost and are so comfy but I am weary of how long they'll last before a hole emerges! These are £38 I believe though I snapped them up when Toppers had a 20% student discount special which made my purse very happy! 

Underneath my jumper I'm wearing this little sleeveless top which I bought last summer, it's got a cute flower pattern collar and I think it makes the outfit a lot more dressed-down and effortless; layering is so easy too! Especially in the mornings when I'm rushed for time! 

I'm currently crazing this OPI polish of which I rediscovered whilst clearing my wardrobes out during half term. It's called 'Sugarplum Yum' and either it's been renamed or discontinued. Nevertheless, the colour is beautiful! It's shimmery and almost flip colour, infusing pinks, purples and a dash of blue into the polish, it's so iridescent and like no other polish I've come across! Fair to say I'm so glad I tidied up my wardrobes! 

Hope you enjoyed my OOTD and I hope to do some more!

Tell me what you think!

Georgie xoxo

Book Recommendations

Hello everyone,
As my exams have finished and I've got a teeny more bit of time to myself, I've began reading again and actually enjoying it - not having other things pestering me or always in the forefront of my mind!


Over the years, I've always enjoyed a good little read, on holiday and at home as it gives me a creative outlet in my life, where I can find a little time in my schedule to sit down, relax for a little bit and indulge in fiction - taking me into the world of fantasy and imagination and relieving me of reality!


I'm 17 so my book taste isn't perhaps what you'd call fully 'mature' yet and I tend to reach for chick-flicks the majority of the time as I can enjoy reading them rather than having to think about what I'm reading (if that makes any sense)! I know my friend, Amber loves to read biographies and such of serial killers, but for me anything gory or scary like that I tend to steer well clear of, but I understand everyone is each to their own with the genre preferences.


Anyway, enough of all that waffling, I thought I'd share with you all a few of my most cherished reads and 'series' on my bookshelf! Here we go...


Firstly, my favourite 'series' of books would have to be Sophie Kinsella's 'Confessions of a Shopaholic' series! I absolutely adore the character of Rebecca Bloomwood and her struggles as a shopaholic are all to familiar for me! Sophie Kinsella writes so beautifully too, creating such a realistic and relatable voice to the characters. If you haven't read these books, I believe there are now six in the series then I would definitely recommend them as an easy and enjoyable read. As well as this, the film adaptation of the first two books, starring Isla Fisher and Hugh Dancy (twit-twoo!) is utterly fabulous and so funny!
Here's a link for more info: http://www.sophiekinsella.co.uk/books/shopaholicseries/
Amazon do a brilliant gift set of all the books so far (I'm hoping Kinsella pops out some more as they're so addictive!): http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=shopaholic+gift+set&tag=googhydr-21&index=stripbooks&hvadid=9486869821&ref=pd_sl_2ex4u5n5ho_b

Another of my favourite all time books is Bridget Jones, it's such an easy read and unlike most books, I think you can read this multiple times without getting bored - you'll find yourself smiling to yourself whilst reading it as for all girls Bridget's life is relatable in one way or another! Helen Fielding definitely writes for all of us girls and gets it down to a tee, her writing is witty and Bridget's character is just so charismatic and down to earth. If you haven't read this, you have no idea what you're missing out on, Helen Fielding is the female version of Shakespeare in this century - filling the diary with topics women are faced with everyday whilst putting an all-too realistic yet cringy spin on things: for those who have read it, blue string - you know what I'm talking about!
Again Amazon have some crackalacking deals on Bridget Jones' Diary and of course who could forget the film! http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=sr_kk_2?rh=i%3Astripbooks%2Ck%3Abridget+jones+diary&keywords=bridget+jones+diary&ie=UTF8&qid=1329232462 

Yet another book I've enjoyed reading is 'Personally, I Blame My Fairygodmother,' by Claudia Carroll of which I acquired purely due to WHSmith's little offers, you know the 'Buy one get one half price' one that's been going on for what seems a lifetime! Well, after weeks of it lying untouched on my bookshelf, I decided to go for it and begin reading a book which seemed out of my comfort zone as I had never heard of Claudia Carroll before. Nonetheless I began reading and was pleasantly surprised, I'll insert the blurb here I think..!

The fairytale ending was just the beginning…

Jessie Woods absolutely believes in fairytale endings. So would you if you had a recession-proof career as a daredevil TV host, a palatial pink mansion, and the dream boyfriend.But, quicker than you can say Cinderella, her life falls to pieces and suddenly her prince isn't quite so charming, her party-loving friends disappear and even her faithful friend Visa no longer loves her…Utterly heartbroken and jobless, Jessie is forced back home, to live with her stepmum and two evil stepsisters.Is it time for her to give up on the dream - or will Jessie learn that happy endings can come in the strangest of places?Avon's hot new acquisition presents a tale of princes who turn out to be frogs, Manolo Blahnik glass slippers and not-so-happily-ever-afters.

The book itself is published much to my surprise by Avon Books and after enjoying this read so much, I'm definitely considering other Avon books and exploring Claudia Carroll's portfolio! This book is perfect if you want to escape all seriousness in your life including your job, bills and all such boring adult topics. It's quirky, nonchalant and again in the end, not as far from the truth as you may think! 
Amazon:http://www.amazon.co.uk/Personally-Blame-My-Fairy-Godmother/dp/1847562086/ref=ntt_at_ep_dpt_3

I hope you enjoyed reading just a snippet of my favourite reads, Amazon do brilliant deals on books these days and you can pick them up at car-boots or charity shops for a fraction of the RRP! Plus, don't you just love the smell and feel of an old book! I hope you enjoy these blog posts, please do let me know! 

What are you favourite reads? Any suggestions are more than appreciated!  

Georgie xoxo

 

Valentine's Day Blues...

February 14th, possibly one of the most depressing days of the year. The day when singletons, like myself are reminded all to well of our 'lonely' existence whilst those 'attached' and in relationships appear to be smothered with gifts and adoration from their partners respectively. 

Personally, I take the whole concept of Valentine's Day on the chin - it has just become a massive opportunity for shops to market cheap and tacky gifts which will presumably show your love for someone else. Personally, I will never ever wish to receive a 'Me to You' teddy bear from Clintons or the last bunch of flowers from the garage forecourt nor would I buy these for anyone else. Sure a card is nice and chocolates wouldn't go a miss but why should you show your love for your partner on this one day - surely you should show this throughout the year?

As you can tell, Valentine's Day baffles me yet I still wake up at the break of dawn to intercept the post before my Mum, to check whether or not I've been lucky enough to receive a VDay card and ultimately to avoid parental embarrassment! Sadly, no card came through the post for me today and I'm looking forward to a night in, with piles of chocolate and a Bridget Jones marathon with my two boyfriends: Ben and Jerry!

What are you up to this Valentine's? Attached or single, you're all loved!

Georgie xoxo 

First-time Blogger!

Hello everyone (well anyone who actually reads this; which I predict will be next to nothing, if not zero people)....anyway, hello and welcome to my blog - sure to be a place where I vomit my general thoughts, chit-chat along with fashion posts and other cutesy things!

I better start with a bit about myself, I guess? I'm Georgie, a 17 year-old, confessed shopaholic obsessed with anything fashion and beauty related. I reside in London and frankly wouldn't want to be anywhere else in the world; I love it - although living in America when I'm older is becoming increasingly appealing. I'm currently living my life to the fullest and taking every opportunity that comes my way to having fun along the way...and if that means underage drinking and such and such; so be it - you're only young once!  I love creative writing and after much consideration, 'tooing and throwing', I'm creating this blog - yippee! As said above, this blog is going to be a portal for my daily thoughts, outfits, fashion and beauty advice...and I hope to get 'cracking' on making this a super-duper blog in no time....fingers crossed tomorrow. :-)

I've made a blog as one of my New Year's resolutions and as I'm too scared to put myself 'out there' and create a beauty/fashion youtube channel....pathetic I know! I just really don't like the sound of my own voice, so talking to a camera is a no-go at this moment in time...but who knows what the future holds! I hope to post as much as I can, with balancing my last year at sixth form in preparation for uni...ahh scary thought!

As well as this, this blog is a personal attempt to becoming more confident in myself; giving me self-belief and that anything is achievable if you work for it. Enough of that mushy stuff...I've made this blog ironically as a creative outlet which I can't 'latch' onto in real life; purely because my immediate friends at school don't share the same passions as me (or as strongly as me..) - fashion and beauty, and my best friends (who go to different sixth forms) are unfortunately missing from my day-to-day life... :( sad times.

I guess I better bring this post to a close....but I guess I will see you, well 'sense' you, if anyone is actually reading this tomorrow with an outfit of the day, after my day at sixth form....presuming that my school will be open ~ though I hope it won't and that tomorrow will be a long-awaited and much appreciated snow day! Here's hoping...

Love Georgie xoxo