Life in Style

Friday is here which means the first week of second semester (for most students) is officially over. Technically this isn't my first whole week because we started on a Wednesday but that's besides the point. Since school has finally started, I wanted to share my school essentials for the new semester along with some Arizona specific essentials.  1. Pencils and Pens I had to start with the basics- pencils and pens. The pens are the brand Uni-ball and are nice and smooth but will bleed through notebook paper. And those are just some normal 'Zebra' brand mechanical pencils. 2.Colorful Highlighters All my old highlighters were fading fast so I had to pick up some new ones! Bright and colorful, they will definitely help my notes stand out while studying.  3.Journals and Planners Obviously, the best place to take all your notes is in notebook journals! And then my other favorite school item are planners. Nothing is better than being organized.

One of my New Year resolutions was to try to be more stylish , more often! I already love dressing up (considering the blog) and I really wanted to try to dress up even more often while I was at school. I've learned over the years that I really can wear whatever I want because no one cares. If I get weird stares, whatever. If I get compliments, I'll smile and say thanks! It's just so important to express yourself, and dressing up is my favorite way to do so. Everyone can be stylish! My quick tips for adding a little more glam to your daily outfits- 1)  Add some Statement Jewelry  like I did above. I layered three different length necklaces with the red one bringing out the red in my Iron Man t-shirt.  2)  Throw on a Denim or Leather Jacket . Wearing an oversized sweater could work too but this contrasting denim adds more edginess to your outfit.  3)  Apply a Bold Lip Color . I'm not wearing any lip color above but a simple red stain or lipst

"Baby It’s Cold Outside" 5 degrees to be exact. Welcome to Illinois! A lot of people in the Chicago-land area complain about the weather, especially during the winter. When your winter is half the year,it makes sense that the cold gets old after a while. Battling the winter takes courage, a coat, and some clever indoor ideas to stay sane/occupied/active/productive/warm.  First, start with a warm cup of tea. Then, find a good book (such as  these ) and a warm blanket and read away! Nothing is better for the brain then literature which is why I don't recommend watching too many movies. Find a book topic that interests you, something like cooking or crafting, and learn a new skill. Of course, if you're in school you could always get ahead on your schoolwork...but anyway, if all else fails turn to Pinterest! Endless amounts of ideas to stay busy during the long winter months. Don't give up! What ar