thebrunettediarys

It's been so long 'Hello October'

2011-10-15T17:02:00.000-07:00

It's the middle of October and I realised I hadn't blogged since Summer! The last few months have been pretty crazy and I started working full time recently which is making me feel like I have no social life or me time at all. I'm hoping I will be able to adjust soon and be able to do the things I love again out of work like going to the gym, spending time with my boyfriend, shopping and seeing my family. All these things were so easy to do before and now I just feel drained and a tinsy bit down about it but I know its early days and everything will work out.

When October came I did a huge clean out of my closet as I didn't like or wear most of the items I'd been holding onto for years. I thought new job, new wardrobe! But I won't be splurging when pay day comes around as I want to get my driving lessons and also saving up for Christmas! I think this year I'm going to start shopping for presents early November so then it's less stressful and kind to my purse.

So... Onto what I'm loving so far this month. I could seriously go mad on make-up which reminds me I need to get my HG Nars Laguna bronzer again... fave for the past 2 years! I have got my eye on the Urban Decay ammo palette I think the colours are gorgeous and they look a lot more exciting than my Naked eye palette. I'm not sure whether to ask for this for xmas or treat myself yet.

Tonight I had been browsing shops online and I have put some outfits together that caught my eye there's a bit of a mix from Topshop and Hollister... the first two outfits I'd wear on a daily basis and the third is for a more classy, girlie, day look : )

I particularly love the red top and brown riding boots, perfect for Autumn.

Urban decay Ammo palette.

I know this is a short post but you can definitely expect more from me. I have quite a few ideas for posts and reviews so do keep checking your news feed ;) I've got a new camera so I'm hoping that I will be able to make my blog more personal by having lots of my own photos. Fingers crossed they will be good quality or at least better than my old phone ones.

I hope your all having a lovely weekend, I'm currently relaxing with my cat and going to catch up on the Vampire Diaries oooh exciting!

Ciao for now

Summer bits & bobs

2011-06-23T12:33:00.000-07:00

A small mix of different items that are right at the top of my wish list right now. I absolutely love the skirt but as I'm saving for my holiday and exam fees, it is quite pricey at £37. I really want it but I will just have to be careful with my money. I plan on buying lots of holiday clothes from H&M this year, I love it in there and are not so costly. The bag is a dream as of now and the ray bans I'm looking for a similar pair but at a lower price.

Bikinis I have been really disappointed with the ranges in shops this year. I feel like they think no girl has boobs! Very pretty but mostly all I've seen have been bandeau's. I have been slacking with my summer body plan and do need to exercise and eat more healthy as I have found a lovely bikini in the Geri Halliwell collection at Next, its gorgeous, light blue and floral. But it does seem to cling to my love handles so lots of running is on my agenda for the next 7 weeks! Ahhhh.

Hope you are all well. Now I plan to relax all night cuddled up in bed, catching up on pretty little liars and blogs. Oh and here's a little exciting news I'm going to see The Saturdays tour in December! Cannot wait :D

Have a good night!

My favourite Saturday ♡

2011-06-11T10:59:00.000-07:00

♡ Mollie King ♡

Well... this isn't a secret for those that know me, but I think Mollie from The Saturdays is amazing and I love her! I'm not usually a big fan of pop bands and usually take no interest and listen to a wide range of music but The SATURDAYS I just love, girlie and good sing-alongs. Its like when I was in my young teens and I was Reese Witherspoon's biggest fan ( to me I am haha), obsessed with legally blonde scrap books, posters, movies the lot! & That's how excited I get when anything is Mollie related... it maybe sad, but makes me very happy! She's always glamorous, stylish and bubbly she's the perfect idol and truly inspires me. I have heard today that the tour dates have been leaked and they are perfoming in December. I can't wait to get hold of the tickets, hopefully I will be able to get them as there is only one date available for Manchester. I can't wait to see Mollie, I think it will be a surreal experience but so exciting! I'm bringing my boyfriend along with me as I am going to batman live with him so it's fair, he will love it haha.

Products I'm using atm.

2011-05-19T13:55:00.000-07:00

Shampoo: Wella Brilliance (all though I switch up my shampoo&conditioner).

Conditioner: Wella Deep Treatment.

Styling Products: Its a 10 miracle leave in product and VO5 High volume hairspray.

Shower Gel: I use all different ones, my favourite ones are from Philosophy and mostly anything from Lush.

Body moisturizer: Coco butter, dove oil free moisturiser and sun labs maintainer.

Deodorant: Sure, 'Bright' in pink.

Perfume: Chloe.

Fake Tan: Sun labs & my other fave is St Moritz!

Cleanser: Liz Earle.

Toner: Liz Earle.

Exfoliator: Soap and glory and a lavender one.

Moisturiser: Liz Earle (not sure on which).

Foundation: Nars sheer glow in sante fe (when tanned) and Estee Lauder double wear in Ecru (when fair).

Concealer: Amazing cosmetics, it really is amazing ( you can find it in TK Maxx atm.

Powder: Amazing cosmetics, Rimmer Powder and Bare Minerals.

Blush: MAC dainty, a pinky bourjois one and ELF tickled pink are my favourites atm.

Bronzer: Currently Benefits hoola bronzer and I really don't like it, I love NARS Laguna!!

Highlighter: MAC strobe cream.

Eyeshadow Base: Urban Decay primer potion.

Eyeshadows: I love MAC eyeshadows. I need to get some blue/turquoise shades and carbon.

Eyeliner: Revlon Colour stay liner, I like gel too.

Curling Tongs: Babyliss, big barrel.

Straightener: Herstyler pink ones, there amazing. Ditch the GHD's I used to have them and they destroyed my hair I now use these everyday since Christmas and my hair is past my bra strap (I had a bob last year) its something to do with the fact there tourmaline plated. Looking after your hair can make a huge difference.

Mascara: L'oreal telescopic, voluminous and maybelline falsies.

Lipstick: MAC and anything baby pink, I don't feel like I suit many.

Lipgloss: MAC baby sparks and Revlon peach petal.

Nail Colour: Currently China Glaze pink voltage, painting them tonight but can't decide on a colour.

Seventeen Fitness Issue

2011-05-15T11:39:00.000-07:00

This is for all of the Nina Dobrev fans!

I hope I can get this issue but I'm not sure whether we'll be able to get it in the UK.

Nina is my favourite, she's effortlessly gorgeous and I am rather jealous of her long hair, figure and blah, blah, blah! This week I've consumed about 90% junk food and not done much exercise apart from a bit of golf! I really need to become active and stop being so lazy! And as Nina says 'have a lazy run, not like a planned run, a fun run!'

♡ Beauty & Fitness Inspiration ♡

OOTD: The Floral Playsuit

2011-05-07T11:21:00.000-07:00

Today I am wearing an outfit I bought yesterday and I though lets do a OOTD post. Tbh I rarely take pictures for my blog and I really want too, basically my bedroom is my boys room and so the background just isn't me so I had been avoiding pics, my old room was pink and had pretty wallpaper and It would of been perfect for pics but that house had just been sold. I have currently been living with my boyfriend and his family for about a year and a half and we can't wait to get saving and find a place together, its just so expensive to move out these days!

I spent the day in Manchester with my boyfriend we went shopping, chiquitos and the cinema to watch 'Something Borrowed'. It was on of the best days I've had in a long time. The film I think all girls should go and see even with boyfriends! It was soo cute and funny, all I want to do now is read the books and see if its different from the movie. I know in the future it will be one of those movies that I'm going to watch over and over again. Last night was fun too, we went round a friend and his girlfriends and we had some drinks, played board games and attempted to watch Buried, it was too slow though so we gave up within half an hour in. Tonight I think I'm just going to relax watch TV, snack and test out my Lush Cupcake face mask... can't wait I hope it does wonders for my skin haha if it doesn't well at least I'll smell yummy (thinking of doing a review!). Tomorrows plans are be lazy, snuggle and enjoy being alone together, as were getting a free house for the week starting Sunday so yay!

The Floral Playsuit (& coral bag)

Jumpsuit - H&M

Bag - Primark (the picture isn't true to colour but its a salmon/coral colour)

Ring - Primark

Cardigan - Primark ...(gosh i really must love it in there! haha)

Have a great Saturday and thanks so much for reading!

♡ ♡ ♡ ♡ ♡ ♡

Dannie.

Hi, my name is DANNIE

2011-04-25T12:54:00.000-07:00

Hi, my name is Dannie and I thought I would do this for you so you can get to know me a little better :)

Never in my life have I been: bungee jumping.

The one person who can drive me nuts is: Paul, but he makes everything better too!

High school: was really bad for me, now its just a part of my past. forgotten.

When I’m nervous: I can sometimes have panic attacks or slur and stutter when i speak.

The last song I listened to was: who says - selena gomez.

If I were to get married right now my best man/maid of honor: my sister.

My hair is: brown but i always seem to think it has an auburn tone which annoys me as I want natural brown. I've been growing it for over a year and its quite long but in need of a trim!

How tall are you: I'm 5ft3, I would like to be a couple more inches taller but oh well.

Last Christmas: went quickly, my favourite holiday but it has changed a lot over the last few years, now its travelling to each parent who to be with on which night and blah...

I should be: doing homework and preparing for going back to college tomorrow.

The happiest recent event was: in February, me and my boyfriend went to the Lake District for the weekend for to celebrate my 20th birthday and our 2nd year anniversary. It was lovely.

By this time next year: I have no idea. Hopefully in a full time job. Driving. Saving enough to move out.

There’s this boy I know that: I'm going to marry someday.

I like you when: you care and tell the truth.

The world could do without: heartache and war.

Most recent thing I’ve bought myself: Blue moon nail polish by Barry M and some snacks.

Most recent thing someone else bought me: Easter egg.

My middle name is: I don't have one.

The animals I would like to see flying besides birds are: cats, of course I want to be one in the next life so it would be pretty cool if they could fly too haha.

Once, at a bar: I was younger and got told I looked like Rosie from Corrie, it happened alot oh dear but thankfully not anymore!

Last night I was: at my Grandma and Grandad's with my family having Easter Sunday dinner :)

There’s this guy I know who: makes my dreams come true! ;)

Tomorrow I am: going back to college to stand around in my bra and knickers apparently as were doing body therapy, can't wait... not.

Tonight I am: going to attempt to sort my work out and be ready so I don't have to rush in the morning.

My birthday is: February 11th 1991.

Sweet Valley, Sweet Valley High

2011-04-25T06:44:00.000-07:00

This wildfox lookbook takes me back to when I was younger and wanted so badly to want to experience and go to an American High School, with proms, homecoming everything just seemed so much better across the pond. With summer and the teen high school drama theme in mind, the production is all about that late 80′s, early 90′s vibe with pool parties, sleepovers, dance practice and all things summer in a teenager’s eyes and that ‘Sweet Valley’ vibe.

As always, Wildfox hits us with their bright statement tees that we know and love along with a lookbook that is purely about summer itself to compliment the collection.

♡ ♡ ♡

Happiness is just around the corner...

2011-04-24T05:15:00.000-07:00

Its gorgeous, its girlie, I want ♡

Missguided.com

But which colour??

My faves are Cream, Navy or Beige

This is my favourite piece from H&M's new conscious collection ♡

It is retailed at £29.99. Inspired by Kenza.se 20th birthday dress below, I wanted this dress as soon as I saw it and loved the pop of colour with the barbie pink heels, all it needs is a bright pink clutch to match. I think the tulip skirt is really flattering and girlie but it does seem quite short which I'm a little 'conscious' of my legs. It looks lovely on Kenza but it does help that she is beautiful! Yesterday I noticed they had all sizes in stock online and I've just checked now and there currently sold out of size 8 and 10. Nooo :( I hope I will be able to find it when I go shopping, I haven't seen it in the store though when I last went. Fingers crossed. I will be sure to let you know if I find the dress.

Inspiration ♡

Happy Easter Everyone :)

♡

Beach Babe Ready

2011-04-22T15:10:00.000-07:00

Hi Girls!

As we all know Summer is almost here and with the weather we've been having recently it has really motivated me to get running and think about what I'm putting into my body. I'll be honest, I have been soo lazy and like most of us I kept putting it off and saying I'll do it tomorrow even though I moan everyday about wanting to get into shape. I know this is probably really silly but I feel like I should of been getting into shape sooner this year and I've been feeling really insecure to wear shorts and dresses let alone get my bare arms out. So I'm trying to make a new start and not go on a fad diet but just make sure I have a healthy balanced diet and follow a few tips that I think are important (which I will share with you) and of course include some form of exercise. Hopefully I will start to see a difference as in June I have my Mums wedding and in August I'm going on holiday to Tenerife.

My tips for a healthy beach body ♡

1. Try to give up something that you feel is not good for you (eg. sweets/processed foods/chocolate/white bread) for a certain amount of time.

2. Ask your friends/boyfriend/family to do it with you so you have support.

3. Drinking lots of water - your new best friend!

4. Green tea drink a big mug everyday, if its not your cup of tea try adding lemon or honey for extra flavour.

I found this really cool picture and it tells you all the benefits of drinking green tea :)

5. Getting your body moving try zumba, hot yoga, running outside, swimming, boxcerise, bicycling anything :)

6. Make a food diary and a exercise calender, this will show you what your eating how much exercise your getting weekly.

7. Motivation - wear cute gym clothes, get some new music on your Ipod that reminds you of being on the beach and picture yourself how you'd like to look whilst exercising, chew sugar free gum to fight cravings and put ice in your drinks to help burn those calories.

Bikinis I'm loving for Summer ♡

Seafolly do some really cute bikinis they can be quite overpriced and I'm in love with the pastel pink bikini below but it's so expensive. I'll always wonder why bikinis are sold for crazy prices. I think I'm definitely going to be purchasing the white bandeau as I have quite a big bust and most of the bandeau bikinis look like they don't have enough support for me and I could match lots of cute bikini bottoms with this. I love the VS bikinis but I don't fancy paying for the shipping to the UK, lucky Americans girls! haha.

I just been browsing on Abercrombie (dangerous, I know) and I came across this striped shirt and short shorts, I thought I'd post it on here as a little inspiration for next time I go shopping I think this outfit would look cute with a big bag and flip flops and of course a tan!

Please let me know if your doing anything towards getting beach ready for summer and have got any tips. Ooh and if you come across any cute bikinis and sundresses for summer let me know as I'm trying to get holiday things together each month. I hope the tips in this post could also help you and keep you motivated and always remember at the end of the day, its about being HEALTHY (not a skinny minnie) whatever that weight is for you. Don't compare yourself to other people, we are all individuals and are beautiful in our own way. Always do what is best for YOU!

Happy Friday Girlies and have a lovely weekend :)

Dannie ♡

Oh darling, don't you ever grow up ♫

2011-04-16T13:46:00.000-07:00

HAPPY SATURDAY!

Dannie xo

How I'm Spending My Easter

2011-04-14T07:07:00.000-07:00

In bed! It's been 5 days I've had the flu after a lovely sunny weekend I somehow managed to become ill. My immune system is always low and I've been eating well and drinking lots of fluids but it seems no pills or cold medicine is helping. I can't wait to be better now it's been really painful and frustrating. I want to go out for a run and spend time with my boyfriend but I must be rubbish to be around right now. I hope it goes away before the weekend, hoping for a little TLC.

If anyone has any remedies or tips to help reduce fluey symptoms please let me know?

Hope everyone else is well, enjoy all your yummy eggs this holiday and I wish you all a Happy Easter :)

love Dannie xo

As Fresh As A Daisy

2011-04-14T06:41:00.000-07:00

I Love this scent, must have!

Beauty And The Bachelor

2011-03-16T08:30:00.000-07:00

Usually I don't take much notice about the Royals but Kate Middleton always looks like Princess she's effortlessly beautiful and knows exactly what looks best for her. I can't wait for the wedding and OK magazine pictures I'm sure it will be the quickest selling issue of the year. Something has been really bugging me I don't know if anyone has noticed but Kate is constantly been compared to Diana and I just don't think that is fair she is completely different she's confident, lovely and I'm really happy for her!

William and Kate.

They look so lovely together.

Now for The Bachelor WOW... before last night I had always heard about the US programme The Bachelor. I had never seen an episode and decided to watch the finale. I wish I'd known about it when the new season started, It would of easily become my new addiction! So I started to watch it and thought awh this is so cute and emotional and then I got to thinking how much pain this show must really cause having girls fall in love with you and then having to break there hearts :( don't get me wrong Brad seemed lovely but I felt so bad in the final part when he made his choice at first I thought he made the right choice but now I keep seeing things on tele about there on and off and blahh I don't know what to believe. Also I'm really confused because I heard this was Brads second time on the show... I don't know so confused but intrigued! Emily and Brad our adorable together I ended up in tears and giving my boyfriend lots of attention, it just really made me think of all the good things and how lucky I am to have my boyfriend in my life. I'm not too sussed on when the next season will be so I will have to do my research.

Oh and Pretty Little Liars was amazing this week, I'm so addicted to all these TV shows!!

Ciao For Now Girlies! - Dannie xo

Feels Like Spring

2011-03-15T16:52:00.000-07:00

It's been a really long day. I'm currently cuddled up in bed watching 90210 with a diet coke. Just to have a little moan I've been feeling really rough the last couple of days everyone seems to have flu symptoms, fingers crossed I could just be really exhausted just in case I'm going to take some vitamins and pray to stay healthy! I was really clumsy today and had just had my legs waxed in class someone had left there heels near my chair and I happened to stumble over them and scrape under all my tootsies, it wasn't fun it was the kind of pain where you feel queasy.

I popped into New Look yesterday and I spotted the cutest wedges! I've been looking for a pair of white ones and thought I'd probably see some closer to summer but I thought these were perfect. Little me, 5ft3, feels super tall in them, my feet were very happy until I had to put them back on the shelf. Waiting for payday... the longest weeks ever haha. As I've got so much time before I can have these babies, I've been planning in my head all the cute things I could wear with them. I think summer dresses will be lovely with a little denim jacket and some girly accessories or a pair of jeans with flouncy tops and a white jacket/blazer. Ooooh there soo lovely!

Three Panel Wedge

£24.99

Here is a couple of sun dresses I found on www.asos.com I thought they're simple but would look lovely with flip flops and wedges, big sunnies and you can add pops of summery/pastel colours from accessories.

My current love is for the smart water advert with Jenny Anniston! I wish we could get smart water where I live I know it's only water but I'm a bit like that... I remember the time I spotted Fiji bottled water in Selfridge's I went mad crazy and I seem to remember drinking a lot of water that week, it just looks so pretty.

I'm soon to be doing my first qualifications in ITEC and CIBTAC beauty therapy exams, I'm dreading them! I need to study and get my head down, I get so easily distracted but I haven't got long now first week of April eeek! I need to find myself a weekend job so I can get some experience in the industry and any extra money would be great to put towards my holiday in August.

Here's my little motivation picture of the day.

My Mum is getting married in June and my sister, my mum and I went bridesmaid shopping on Saturday and got ourselves the most beautiful dresses. There almost like a sky blue, cornflour blue to be exact. Were having them fitted at the moment and I'm so excited.

The bridesmaid dresses are from David's Bridal and we landed lucky and got them from TKmaxx.

The picture doesn't really show the true beauty of the dress as on me and my sister it looks a lot more flouncy and goes all the way to the floor but it gives you an idea.

Goodnight girlies! - Dannie xo

P.S I Love You TOPSHOP Dress.

2011-02-26T13:21:00.000-08:00

I am in love with this dress from TOPSHOP and I don't know why, well to start with I had glanced at the dress and thought hmm but then this girl picked it up in the shop just after me who looked like she wore cool stuff but I decided to leave it and have a think, then of course I regretted it later... I think it would look great with a tan, and some boots or maybe sandals hmmm anyway I've got to wait until next friday 'PAYDAY' finally! Then hopefully it will be mine!!

I don't know about anyone else but I have found myself getting a little too excited for summer way to early this year I went shopping on Friday and ended up in Primark and was tempted to buy things such as denim shorts and sunnies but then I just think what's the point when it's only February its quite annoying but I bought myself a floral jumpsuit and have been pairing it with some tights which is nicer than ending up wearing leggings all the time but I did end up buying a beach bag! I find Primark to be slightly disappointing at the moment but it could just be because the shops are in between seasons. Anyway it's Saturday and I have pigged out all day on junk yey... fatty! A relaxing night is in order with my boy tonight me thinks :)

No Strings Attached.

2011-02-15T12:01:00.000-08:00

Emma: Congrats? For what, having sex with you?

Adam: You did a good job, so... I thought you deserved a balloon.

Emma: Adam, did you make me a period mix?

Gay Guy: ...That's so romantic.

Last night was Valentines day and I spent it with my favourite person, my boyfriend. We went out last night and had a meal then went to watch No strings attached. I loved it! It was exactly what I expected in a good way. It had a bit of everything in it, it was funny, sad and romantic... a definite must see. Natalie Portman and Ashton Kutcher were casted perfectly for the roles of Emma and Adam and it just made me feel all clingy afterwards and I hope it doesn't take too long for it to come to DVD. So go see it with your boyfriend, girlfriends, mum... anyone and let me know your thoughts on the film or if you've already seen it??

Becoming A Bit Of A Bookworm

2011-01-10T14:06:00.000-08:00

As of now I am addicted to reading I find it quite hard to not get distracted, what I find helps me is have no sound in the background, cuddle up in bed and light a candle and that seems to do the trick! Otherwise I don't feel you can get everything you want out of the book and I always pretend I'm the main character, it makes me feel good too once I complete it. So today I went into town and I was debating whether to buy another book in Waterstones, I looked at the Sophie Kinsella books but thought well I need to finish Mini Shopaholic first but I've been delaying it because I love it so much so I don't want to finish it and have no more to read after it! Books can be quite expensive if you want to be the whole series from a shop so I thought amazon would be a better idea. I took a peak at I heart New York, which I have also heard bad and good reviews! But I'm still unsure, if any of you have read it what was your thoughts on the book?

Last night I was reading a blog and noticed that the blogger got some great bargains from car boot sales and charity shops. I was reluctant to this as the ones near me aren't like the ones you'd get down south. As I passed a charity shop today I noticed in the window a selection of Sophie Kinsella books! I got really excited and bought them all. Obviously they didn't have all her books but I found myself a couple from the shopaholic series and a couple that took my interest. I was so happy I don't know what it is at the moment but I am just really loving reading. Tonight's plan is get home have a big bubbly bath, watch biggest loser, glee and cuddle up with a book... bliss.

- Twenties Girl

- Remember Me?

-Confessions of a Shopaholic

-Shopaholic & Baby

-Miranda Kerr Treasure Yourself

-Mini Shopaholic

Happy New Year!

2011-01-01T09:24:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year everyone! It's the beginning of a new year, in all honesty I couldn't be happier that it's 2011 last year wasn't the best for me and I know a lot of people would agree. Lets hope this one is full of happiness and love.

I have of course got my resolutions but only a couple as it's obvious I want to have a happy year and want everything to go smoothly, but personally I'm not one who enjoys new year as much I feel as if its the climax of the festive season and a look back on the year and if there is not so many happy memories I don't find it to be particularly enjoyable. I do however have lots of hope and positive thoughts for the the new year and plan to move forward and create many happy memories whether it been in love, career or friendships. I want to be able to look back on this year and think things can really turn around if your positive!

I intend on doing lots of blogging I feel its a great way for me to write all the things that I want to blab on about, it may not be overly popular right now but i enjoy it and that's all that matters :)

The cliché resolution to the new year is dieting, my health and fitness. I did spend a lot of last year exercising and looking after myself inside and out but I seemed to let myself go and indulge after all the hard work I did this year I need to stick at it as I really want to prove to myself I can do it, it will also make me feel more confident and secure in myself. I have to do this with no excuses as I have plans to go on holiday, wedding, graduation ball... etc.

The hardest thing will be to learn to trust again.

In's and Out's

2010-12-30T11:57:00.000-08:00

In:

Healthy long hair - I've been trying for a year now to get my hair the way I want it, super long and brunette! I've gone through tonnes of products to make it healthier and grow longer. I made a big mistake at the beginning of the year when I decided to dye my hair bright red! It wasn't a good look for me. So I tried everything I kept dying it ash browns nothing was working so I just decided I would grow the colour out. Now its nearly the new year and my hair is nearly grown out all the colour and I'm getting my natural brown locks back and my hair is long and healthy, I think by summer it will be super long fingers crossed.

Body brushing - It's just awesome! I use botanic's round body brush and have a routine of doing it daily before I hop in the shower.

Sophie Kinsella Mini Shopaholic - Addicted is not the word I'd been interested in the shopaholic series for a while now and as it was on sale for half price I couldn't resist! It's so funny and I love Becky and her daughter Minnie, warning though it does make you very broody, but only if your someone like me who would love to have a little girl!

Miranda Kerr's Affirmations - I got treasure yourself for Christmas it was very helpful to me and I'm already feeling better, basically when I'm feeling negative or down, I will use an affirmation and repeatedly say it in my head. I sit with it, deal with it and say to my self I'm happy, calm and peaceful inside.

Tracy Anderson - I tried out her mat workout a few months ago and loved it! It was exactly what I needed and what aims to achieve is to give you the petite ballerina body which is perfect for the results I want. I got it for Christmas and going to get started with it tonight.

Out:

Christmas belly - Yes like many of us I have indulged throughout the holidays! I weighed myself tonight and I was stunned but in all honestly I have been eating chocolate non stop :( I'm starting up my diet and fitness regime again and thinking positively ahead as I want to get into shape for summer as I'm going to Tenerife with my boyfriend, so I want to feel fully confident on the beach and be able to run about in a bikini with a big smile!

College - I really just want to get working and I know I'm in for a lot of stress when I go back with exams and all the cufuffle! Im also trying to think postive about the future with this one as of now I am using this as a gateway to earning money sooner than going into years of education. I have been thinking about teaching again and I think by the time I am thirty I will be a primary school teacher or something along those lines... we'll see.

Vampire Diaries - Waiting another month for the show to come back on is very frustrating.

My Speedy 35 Fund And Other Stuff

2010-12-16T08:23:00.000-08:00

I have decided as of now that I'm going to make my own little LV fund piggy bank! I find this bag to be quite expensive for me to afford in one big bulk, so what I will do is put some money in a pot each month or when im feeling generous until I can afford it. I am totally in love with this and I think I will feel better about saving up for it... my plan is to get it before I go on holiday next year. My inspiration for this bag is definitely juicystar07!

The Speedy 35 retails at £430.

I've been browsing on the internet alot this week going on sites such as hollister, juicy couture, Victoria's secret and got me to thinking how much I just end up spending my money on food or things that just fall apart and get thrown to the back of my wardrobe. Im really into sweats right now just lounge clothes that look pretty when your just relaxing at home or popping out! I like the abercrombie and hollister pants and hoodies, also VS but the delivery is ridiculous to ship to UK. They do some really cute things in their PINK collection it makes me all giggly and then I feel rubbish after when I know I shouldn't fork out for their delivery prices. Another thing that I thinks a really cool idea is the www.glitzy-glam.com website. Ran by youtuber's Elle and Blair. I want some things for myself like the spa wraps, waffle weave bags and coffee tumblers... ooh and the personalised key chains! I think they're a great gift too its my sisters 16th next year so its definitely something she will be getting, its thoughtful and girlie at the same time.

Im also loving this bra i found on freepeople, I want it to be a bikini top but I'm not too sure what the material is like but either way I love the style and think it would look really pretty on.

I've not really been keeping up with my dieting and exercising as such as my gym membership ran out and I got ill so I've not been as motivated or had much of an appetite. As soon as January comes I will be back to my plan. I have been pondering over fitness blogs such as fitnessguru.se and watching and reading the tone it up girls Karena and Katrina these girls are great I love reading the recipes and tips! I'm loving there new winter picture too they look fantastic, great for inspiration!

HURTS - stay

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ℒℴѵℯ - SOMETIMES A SAD SONG

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Andrew Belle - In My Veins

BLACK SHOES

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Waiting for my new shoes to come, so excited its been a long wait to find the perfect pair and they were in the sale. I think they can be dressed up or down with leggings/tights, baggy tops etc etc.

SHOPPING LIST - AUTUMN/WINTER

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- Big hooped american apparel tops

- Black wedges

- Black tights

- Knee high socks

- Oversized scarves

- Notebook inspired lingerie

- Heavier make-up

- Muks or Big warm boots

- Throwover cosy cardigans/jumpers

- Hair clips

Im quite excited for this season, im on a spending ban... well its not really a ban its more a 'I don't have a job at the moment so it really, really sucks! But im trying my best to get employment but theres not much out there and never any feedback, rude people. As soon as i do though it will be a huge spree to celebrate with my Mr. I hope I don't have to wait too long, I'm a little impatient and a shopaholic like most girls!

Is there anything else you think I should add to my list for this season?