Check me out on YouTube!

I have officially posted my first video on YouTube! He's the link:

My new video!


It's the video on the new Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette! It's the perfect look to go from day to night!

Happy New Year!

Hello Pretty Young Things! Now I know the last time I posted was last summer! Shame on me! Well this is now a new year, a new me, and I have a new level of joy in my life! Last year (the last 6 months) were a bit tough on me, but I am BACK...and with a vengeance, I might add! I will be uploading every Friday now! I will include simple entries (like this one), photos, videos, clips, anything that inspires me! I want you guys to get to know me and I want to get to know you as well! There have been a lot of changes going on in my life. I am bigger, better, and wiser now! Yay me!

So to fill you in on what I plan to upload on Friday...I just got my UD Naked 2 palette today, so I want to do a tutorial with that. Also, the hubby and I are going to do some vids together to see how we are on camera. I MIGHT upload those as well. I'm sure that will give you guys something to laugh at! Anyway, I'm going to play in my palette now! I will talk to you guys soon! Kisses!

Outfit of the Day (Night in this case...)

Hey PLTs! So last night, my hubby and I went out to Strip in Atlantic Station. Although it was raining, we were somewhat bored and decided to get out of the house. We tried a new kind of sushi (which I should've taken pics of) and had drinks. It was fun and we got a chance to talk a little. I love when we do that! Anyway, here is what I wore. I hope you like it!

Ok, this is my total look. I think I am obsessed with maxi skirts now even though I SWORE I was too short to wear then and actually look good in them! A YouTube-er by the name of Shirley Eniang made and adorable pleated chiffon one that I think I'm going to make this summer. Maybe you'll get to see it soon! :)

Just a snapshot of me wearing a basic cream tank top that I got from a really cheap store in Greenbrair Mall. Also , this is the all-natural me...before I put on my makeup.

A vintage necklace that I just absolutely LOVE! It makes me think of curtain tie-backs. 

Here, I've added my favorite leather belt that I got from Morocco. I love it! It seems to go with everything!

HeHe! I thought this pic was cute so I added it here anyway. :)



Tank: Conway
Skirt: Marshall's
Belt: Morocco
Necklace: Vintage shop in Marietta, GA
Bag (not pictured): Dooney & Bourke
Shoes (also forgot to picture them): urbanog.com

I'm FINALLY uploading...something!

Hi, PLTs! This post was kind of done on a whim. I was just sitting home thinking. "What could a girl do with her outfit if she's in a hurry to get from one place to another, but the events are totally different?!" Solution! Read on! I hope you like it! Oh yeah, forgive my runny eyeliner in these pics...it's my "all-day" makeup. :(

I just started with this really cute and silky printed tank top that I've had for a couple of months now...

Excuse my funny face, but here's how I would wear this cute little vintage bag I got from my mommy...

Add flats and if the jeans are too long, CUFF 'EM! It actually makes the look more casual...

Then add a grey knit bodycon skirt that you don't have to iron...

Slip into some cutie pie booties and add a long necklace of choice (I like this black one!)...

Put everything that is essential into your little black bag, flip your hair a bit to give it a little volume, step out! Voila!

top: TJ Maxx

skirt: Forever 21

bag: Mommy's closet (it's older than my sister and I LOVE it!)

shoes: a boutique in New Orleans (can't remember the name...sorry)

bracelets: H&M (and a hair tie)

necklace: Claire's 

I have Cabin Fever...so I did a DIY!

Hey there Pretty Little Things! This is my first post of the year! Shame on me. :-( Anyway, I was supposed to start school on the 10th, but due to the winter storm, school was cancelled for another week! I was happy for the first two days off, but then I started having the blues from being cooped up inside for so long. I always go online and browse photos of clothes, accessories, blogs, and other street-style mavens. I came across a pair of denim shorts with pearls all over them and I thought they were to die for! I HAD to have them, but then I was like, "Wait! I can make those!" I remembered that I had broken a pearl necklace about a year or two ago and I kept the pearls and the strand. I never took to to be fixed and I don't want to get rid of my pearls so I decided to embellish a pair of previous DIYed shorts with them. This is what I used:

* Needle
* Thread
* Shorts
* Pearls

Here are the photos. I took pics as I went along. In case you try your hand at this project, remember to be creative. You can use rhinestones or even embellish a denim jacket or vest in order to make it a bit more girly. Have your way with it and most importantly, have FUN! I hope you enjoy!

I Don't Like New Year's Resolutions, But I'm Going to Make Them Anyway

Hi Pretty Little Things! Right about now is the time of year when people usually make New Year's resolutions. I'm not a big fan of doing that, but I've read that it's perfectly fine to set goals for yourself. So I guess I should call this my Year 2011 Goal List. I encourage all of you to try this because it definitely gives you something to look forward to. I'm super excited about this because I want to improve on my overall mental wellness. I want to be a happier person and I want to make my life easier to love (not that it isn't already)!

1. I will be nicer to my dog, Blue.

I know this sounds weird, but sometimes I find that I tend to take my frustrations out on those around me when I am stressed. Dogs won't fight back or say anything back, so it's easy to lash out at him. I love animals; don't get me wrong. Sometimes though he's the only one there. Pets are supposed to make you happy and add meaning and an increased sense of well-being to your life. This article from WedMD gives awesome reasons everyone should consider having a pet. Blue is my Chow/Husky mix it still amazes me how much he always comes back to me and loves me regardless of my mood. He's a very loyal dog and I'm grateful to have him. :-)

2. D. James, my husband, and I will do something totally crazy and spontaneous at least once a month.

This one will most likely be my favorite. I always like to tell people, "D. James is still my boyfriend...I'm just married to him!" That's exactly how I feel about our relationship. He still makes me feel young (I mean like teenage young, lol), sexy, and alive! There's never a dull moment with him even if we aren't on good terms. Our fights can get really interesting, lol. He makes me feel fresh and new. It's kind of like that same feeling you get when you go on a date and your boyfriend lets every person around you know he's yours. *blushing* We've only been married for 2 yrs and 4 mos. Doing things totally unexpected keeps the relationship on fire. One hundred years from now I plan to still be mu husband's "girlfriend"! He's so freakin' awesome! :-)

Picture courtesy of lizblair.blogspot.com

3. ALWAYS wear super-cute workout clothes to the gym.

Ok, now I am not one to just up-and-go to the gym. Honestly, I don't like to work out, but I like looking good more than I hate working out so I will do it if motivated. One thing I found that motivates me is wearing cutie patootie clothes to the gym. One thing I can't stand is to see a beautiful woman in her man's old tee and tights...not leggings...on that damn treadmill! I see a lot of women wear inappropriate clothing and baggy clothing. Some of it it see-thru and some of it just looks downright tacky. All of that tends to make them look fat anyway and makes them look like they really don't want to be there. I always believed in dressing the part. Putting effort into what you do makes you enjoy and appreciate it. There is an AH-MAY-ZING article over at College Fashion that's great for helping all you PLTs find appropriate and cute work out gear. CF is one of my favorite sites and I suggest you guys go on over and check it out! Zephyr has done her thing!

Planner

4. I WILL be more organized!

My biggest problem in 2010 was time management. I'm not great at organization. I can get things done, but I do them my own way and they aren't always in the most organized manner. From someone else's POV, I can come off as being slightly messy...ok a lot messy. My backpack, purse, and jacket pockets are always a jumbled mess. For 2011, I will buy a leather-bound organizer/planner and USE IT! I had one this year, but it was cheap and I tore it up so badly, I couldn't really see what I had put in it. LOL. Bad, I know. It will be different this time. This article was very helpful to me. There are many like it, but I chose this one because it helps me organize my study time since I am a student. If you're good handling your study schedule, try other time management plans that can help out with your job, home, and family life. I find it to be really helpful and you can always go back and refer to it whenever necessary. So, in a nutshell, this goal is to be more organized, develop a functional study schedule, and try to always be on time. 

Boeing 787 Dreamliner

5. Travel as much and as often as possible.

I absolutely LOVE to travel. If I had a million bucks, that's what I'd do with it...well most of it. I believe that there are so many wonders, people, cultures, foods, and spectacles on Earth and what good are they if you can't go experience them? How can you know something if you don't see/try/experience it? God put so many things here for us to enjoy and I want to be a part of it all! Since I am a student, my time off is limited. But hey! I'm young, ambitious, and I don't have children yet so what better time than now, right? When I learn about new things, places, and people, I appreciate them more because I'm no longer ignorant (which means "not knowing" to those who like to confuse the word with something bad) to them. Also, I just love people. I've been told I'm a people-person so I know I was meant to serve others and promote unity and wellness. Anyway, these are some of my short term goals that I hope will develop into long-term, life changing adventures! 

My body is flooded
With the flame of Love.
My soul lives in
A furnace of bliss.
Love's fragrance
Fills my mouth,
And fans through all things
With each outbreath.
-Kabir

Just a Note...

Since I am on break from school, I am reading a book called Emotional Bullshit. It's great so far, but I can't wait to do a review of it for you guys. I just figured I'd write a little note on it to give you something more than "fashion and stuff" to look forward to! Happy Holidays everyone! :)