Style Inspiration: Alexa Chung

This weekend is Charter Weekend at The College, an annual celebration celebrating the "birth" of the college, aka the day in 1963 that we were granted a Royal Charter.  So happy 321st birthday to The College of William & Mary and my, soon to be, alma mater!

On that note, it's fun to reminisce about my freshman self, particularly my fashion sense.  I was definitely experimenting with trends and figuring out my personal style.  There were a lot of crazy tights/shorts combinations.  Recently I've been attempting to figure out for myself a more classic, but still edgy and urban style, especially because I'll be out in the real world in just a few months.  Cue senior year frenzied thoughts, worries, and fears for my post-grad life.

Which leads me to the topic of this post, Alexa Chung.  She wears basics in such a classic way, but still is able to pull off an edgy look.  Neutrals, neutrals, neutrals.  And of course, well-fitting blazers and beautiful shoes.  I can totally do that.

Currently listening to: "Simple Girl" Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr.

Lunar New Year: Year of the Horse

This past Friday was the beginning of the Lunar New Year and I was fortunate enough to be home with my family for the weekend.  We did the usual; lots of food, gambling, and family.  Needless to say, we had a good time.

Predictions about this Year of the Horse:

It is their order to encounter the Year of Birth (Benming Nian), a year to

offend “Taisui’, the god in charge of people’s fortune. In 2014, their fortune

in all aspects will fluctuate, so will require great care. They may feel more

stressed out, in which case they are advised to talk about it with close friends

or councilors, and take part in group activities. Faced with any difficulties,

they should be strong to overcome them all. If they treat people around

them friendly and behave righteously, they will get through the year smoothly.

It's always nice to be home for the start of the new year, but it makes it that much harder to get into the mood for school.  I'll be sure to let you all know when that happens.

But as for the readers, I wish you all happiness and success throughout this upcoming year.

Currently listening to: "Simple Girl" Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr.

"If it's Tuesday, it must be snowing"

It's the third week of the semester and I have yet to have class on Wednesday.  For the second week in a row, a Tuesday snowfall has caused campus activities and classes to be canceled on Wednesday.

Before the cabin fever sets in, here's my idea of a perfect day in:

1)  Warm hot chocolate or tea.  I'll probably be making a chai latte later tonight.  Oversized sweater optional.

2)  Feel-good movies.  My genre of choice is musicals...at least, they make me feel good.

3)  A creative outlet.  From food to crafts; I have supplies to make wire jewelry.  But I also have the makings for brownies and a killer fruit and yogurt smoothie.  So many choices.

4)  A quick "at home" workout.  Wait...that's just me?  My laziness may get the best of me today, but it's a nice thought.  This poster couldn't be more true today.

For everyone else stuck inside because of the snow, what are your plans?

Currently listening to: "Luck Be A Lady" Guys and Dolls

Decisions, Decisions

Spoiler alert.  The post you are about to read is very much a stream of consciousness post.

The first day of the semester was yesterday.  Also known as the last day of my undergraduate career.  However, I'm still at home.  Hell, I'll even be missing the first weekend of this last semester.  I made the decision, with my parents' permission, to stay home an extra week.

Why?

One of my closest and dearest friends was visiting the States from Geneva.  I couldn't stand to not see him and other high school friends.  On the one hand, it felt like a bit of a selfish thing to ask my parents to let me stay.  But after more thought, I'm glad I did it.  I've lost countless high school friends because of my ridiculous introversion and it's something that I've been recently trying to reverse.  The past few weeks I've spent with my friends; eating, drinking, just hanging out have reminded me that I want to keep these relationships for as long as I can.

If the last two weeks are any indication as to what the rest of 2014 will bring me, I think it's gonna be a good year.

Currently listening to: "Personal" Stars

2014 Resolutions: Fitness motivation!

A week into 2014.  That means it's resolution time, right?  Over the course of 2013, I've turned into a bit of a health nut.  My friends and family can definitely attest to that.  As a student, I have access to a gym and fitness classes and, without a meal plan, I make an effort to eat healthy.  It was an easy change for me, but I know that's not the case for everybody.

So here's some health/exercise motivation for everyone who's 2014 resolution is to start living a healthier lifestyle.  All pictures can be found on my pinterest.

Any change, no matter how insignificant it may seem, is a start.  Best of luck to all.

Currently listening to: "Spinning Signs" Painted Palms