I have decided to start yet another series. (sorry I have so many) This one is about red carpet looks. I was inspired by the Teen Choice Awards from this weekend. We all know that red carpet looks can be a little crazy and super glammed up, and no regular person is ever going to wear something like that. So I decided to take the red carpet looks and turn them into more casual, everyday looks people like us can wear.
I decided to go with Rachel Platten's look because I really like her dress and the one I featured in the look. The dress is very summer and springy, so it's a great thing to whip out right now before summer is officially over. I also paired the dress with gold and nude accessories, because what she had on was very light and minimal. This also puts more attention on the dress, instead of having a lot of attention on accessories. For makeup, I kept it neutral with a gold smokey eye and winged eyeliner and a nude lip. The hair was one of my favorite parts of this. (I feel like I say that for every look) I really like colorful hair, so I feel like the colored hair in this set, really compliments the dress. But if you're not into dying your hair, or your hair isn't that color today, then I think the braid bun look, would look fantastic, with or without pink hair.
Since I have just recently graduated high school, I have decided to share my words of wisdom to all the new freshman who haven't figured out high school yet, and to all the other classmen who would like some advice from someone who has survived the prison known as school. So today I'm going to be sharing my advice on some of the supplies you will most likely need in your classes. Keep in mind that these are just suggestions. I don't go to your school. I don't know what your teacher wants or requires. If your teacher requires something, then you should probably get it, or make sure they are ok with an alternative. Now that I've said that, here is the list of supplies I recommend.
- Binder: I know not everyone likes carrying a binder around school with them, but I think this really is a great way to stay organized if you use it correctly and regularly. I had dividers for each of my classes and an extra one for plain paper. This works well if you get a lot of papers for your classes, it allows you to easily look back for past papers, and it keeps them organized. I think this worked best for me because I carried mine in my hands instead of my bag, so I always had it out. That way, if I need to put a paper in there or take one out, it was right in front of me. If you aren't one of those people that wants to take a binder out of their bag every time they need it in class, this probably won't work very well for you, so I suggest finding a different method to store your papers, so you don't just shove them in your backpack. Pocket Folders could be your alternative for a binder. This way you only take out a small folder for each class instead of a big binder. I would recommend one for each class, and maybe an extra for plain paper, however, keep in mind this won't work well if your class requires you to keep a lot of paper, and it maybe be hard to dig through old papers if you are looking for something.
- Notebooks: For some of my subjects, like history, my teachers required me to get a separate notebook just for that class. If your teacher doesn't require that, I would highly recommend it in classes that go chronologically, like history, and classes that require a lot of notetaking, like history. I find it keeps all of your notes together in one place, so it makes it easier to look back and study.
- Colored Pens: This might not be everyone's cup of tea, but I really enjoy writing in colorful pens. I feel like it makes taking notes more fun, because you could have a page of pink notes instead of just black and white. On top of that, you can also color code, like vocabulary can be red, important facts can be orange, dates can be blue. This will help you easily find information you need to remember and can easily spot it when you look back
- Highlighters: If you aren't too keen on the idea of colored pens, then you should at least get highlighters. They are an essential for everyone. The same concept applies for highlighters as it does for colored pens. It will draw your attention to the import facts you look back on your notes. If you get different colored highlighters, you can also color code like you would with the pens.
- Pencil Pouch: Of course you need a place to carry all of your supplies. Don't just throw them into your bag, because I can guarantee you, that when you need something, you will not be able to find it, and will be searching for it for 20 minutes.
- Poly Expandable Folders: This is another must have because you should not throw away any of your papers. I repeat- DONT THROW AWAY YOUR PAPERS. Even if you think you won't need them. You never know when a teacher might input a wrong grade or if they want you to look back on something from a couple weeks ago. Save all of your papers until the end of the year. I suggest getting one of those expandable folders to keep all of your old papers in so you don't have to take them to class every day. Get a section for each class to separate them, and I would suggest getting one for each semester/quarter, just to keep it more organized. Just go through your binder once a week or so, take out the old papers, put them in the folder, and leave it on your desk.
- Post It Notes: I carry these with me everywhere. They're great for jotting down quick notes, and you can stick them in your notebooks or on your papers, or in your planner, depending on what it is you want to remember.
- Planner: This may be one of the most important items on here. Everyone should have a planner. Even if you are not in school. This is just a way to keep track of what you have to do, what needs to be done, all of your plans, activities, homework, etc. I would recommend keeping your planner always out/with you, so you can immediately write things down and won't forget. This way you'll never forget plans, or homework. I have used both a planner and a bullet journal. I started out using a planner last year then switched to using a bullet journal half way through the school year. One of the reasons was my bullet journal was a thin notebook, while my planner was spiral bound, but it was still small. Another reason, I switched was because I felt, I could only put plans in my planner, while in my bullet journal, I kept to do lists, homework, fitness/health, goals, inspiration, tests. It was a lot more customisable. And I found it easier to see what I had to do, and I could easily check out what I already done. All in all, I find a bullet journal is easier, if you have a lot going on and want to write it. If you just want a place to write down some homework, I would just say buy a planner. The important thing is to find a system that works for you and stick with it. It doesn't matter how you do it, as long as it works and keeps you organized.
For the next installment of Modern Disney, I have chosen to do Cinderella. This look is a little more dressy, but still not formal. This is good if you plan on going out and want to look a little nicer but still want a casual look. I have kept with the blue dress and made it more modern by choosing a shorter, cut out dress as opposed to the giant ball gown. I have also tried to replicate the effect of glass slippers, by choosing a strappy silver shoe. For accessories, I picked pieces with blue, gold and silver. I find this combination works well, and it also ties the shoes, headpiece, and dress together. For the hair, which is one of my favorite parts, I tried to do a modern take on Cinderella's updo. To start, do a halo braid and add some whispy pieces, to create a messier, more casual look. Then to top it off add a gold, leaf headpiece to rest on top of the braid. For makeup, I thought the look would look good with some winged eyeliner and a berry lip. And if you are going out or just want a little more sparkle, add some blue and silver glitter to the eyes for some extra magic!
I have decided to start a new series of looks/posts on this blog. I find it pretty easy to find inspiration when you set yourself categories or a theme to go by. (So expect to see a lot more of series types of things.) For this new series, I have decided to revive Disney and put a more modern/trendy/wearable look to the Disney princesses that we all love.
To start this series, I have chosen a look based off of Rapunzel from Tangled. This is probably one of my favorite movies and I really like this look so I was really excited to do it.
The inspiration for this look was Rapunzel but also a spring/summer vibe that's girly but also channels that summer festival vibe.
To "modernize" Rapunzel's look I went for a flowy pastel purple dress and white vans. I feel like this is a very casual look, and could work for different events like dates, hanging with friends, family time, maybe school (depending on dress codes). For accessories, I chose gold colors and browns, because the gold sun is a pretty big part of the movie ( which is why there are gold sun earring ) and brown tends to go more nicely with the gold and white than black. Plus the brown gives this more of that festival feel. For makeup, I would keep it simple with a gold neutral look (again with the gold) and create a gold eye with big, natural lashes to create those big doey eyes like Rapunzel, and a simple peach lip. And on the nails I would put some gold nail polish. Rapunzel's hair is one of my favorite things. So I would choose to fishtail braid the hair to the side, maybe leave a few strands out to create wispy, boho look, and top with a flower crown, and put some flowers throughout your hair. (because everyone loves flower crowns, and Rapunzel's hair with all those flowers.)
One of the big trends this summer was crop tops. For the past few years, these short shirts have been appearing constantly. These seem to be a staple item in every closet once the hot weather rolls around. Or if you live in California like me, all year round. They work well paired with high waisted jeans, shorts, and skirts to show off a some of the torso and a bit of skin. Or really however you want to wear them.
