» I'LL BE YOUR SUNSHINE
Good morning sunshines!
No sun peeking from my window today, which isn't a pleasant thing..
I woke up from the right side today, so my mood is climbing mount everest (weird joke? yes indeed..).
A peak of my to-do-list of the day:
1. Organize my room (closet!).
2. Study study study..
3. Work on a little project (that I WILL show you!).
4. Face mask, scrub and hair mask.
5. Paint my nails.
Fresh rasberry smoothie, green tea with honey and berries = delicious breakfast!
xx
/L
» EVEN MY GRANDMOTHER FELL IN LOVE!
Catchy title, right?
Well, that's part of my evil plan - haha! No it's not.. Stop lying Laila! (talking to myself is not retarded at all, is it?).
Anyhow. You know the top I got from Margiela x H&M yesterday? I wore it today hahah - yes, I have a thing where I NEED to wear whatever I got the ext day (or the same, if possible).. When I got to my grandmas house, she immediately told me how nice it was - and when I told her that it's a menswear, she got a bit surprised.
I want more dupes for it - anything similar! A picture of it will be up once I get a proper picture of my top - with the camera and not my phone :P
Did you fall in love with the Margiela x H&M collaboration?
» POSING WITH MY COFFEE
Good morning lovelies!
It's (almost) the perfect day for a collection (or should I say collaboration?) release! The weather is not too cold - and that, my friends, is always a plus!
Since I have a late lab class, me and my mom thought of going to take a peak of the Maison Martin Margiela collaboration at H&M. I did my homework yesterday; looked for the items I wanted and to get an overview of the collection. Let's just say that it's not my favorite.. They had some nice dresses and gorgeous shoes, but other than that, I was disappointed..
Until, I clicked on the menswear - I fell in love with a top!
Posing with my coffee and newly manicured nails! (and let's not forget about the ring haha!).
(Trying to pull off some Audrey-esque brows, any success? :P)
So I will head over to H&M and see if it's there,
wish me luck!
xx
/L
» GIFT IDEAS - MOM
Picking out the perfect gift for someone can be very difficult.. And when that special someone is your mother, you want the gift to be special..
When I was younger, I used to get my mother tons and tons of bath bombs, horribly hand-written cards and a tiny flower bouquet that I had plucked. It doesn't sound very fancy, does it? But I believe that a gift comes from the heart; after all, it's the thought that counts!
Since a reader asked me what to get for his/her mom, I thought I'd put together this post.
M: Hi ! Nice blog you have. You seem to know a lot about gifts and such. Any idea what to buy for a mum? What do you usually buy to your mother, as a gift? Thanks :)
Thank you lovely, I hope this post will inspire you! x
I usually get my mom a giftbox, filled with body goodies (lotions, scrubs, masks, etc), flowers, perfumes, and the list goes on..
I've also noticed that moms . or my mom - are constantly on the hunt for a black bag (but they never go out there and get one!).. So why don't you get her the perfect black bag? Or a nice lipstick?
Is she's not into makeup, bags and all that stuff, why not get her a cookbook and some candles?
I hope that these gift ideas have helped you - or brought you some inspiration on what to get your mother!
Do you beauties have any ideas?
xx
/L
» THIS WEEK - GOSSIP GIRL, RINGS, SMOOTHIES AND MORE!
Since I'm not blogging daily, I thought that the least I could do is update you guys about my week - weekly!
Since the scar on my hand hasn't healed - I've been trying to boost the healing with aloe vera! And I've
been told that it does miracles to your skin.. Aloe vera on my face is the new thing!
As usual - Gossip Girl.
Healthy breakfasts - smoothies and berries has become an addiction..
This picture says it all.. Elie Saab ♥
Food cravings - late hours..
A newly discovered favorite - the engagement ring (jokes jokes); but it does look like one, kind of haha!
I stole it from my mom :D (and it's not an engagement ring!).
Getting "prepped up" at Huden i Centrum..
A late night - with strawberry smoothie and salmon risotto - at TGIF. It was a class reunion!
This week has gone by very fast.. And it was hectic..
Something tells me that next week is gonna be ten times more stressful..
How has your week been so far?
xx
/L
» TAG: THIS OR THAT?
I love love love reading other peoples tags (or watching YouTube tags), so I thought I'd give this a try! And beware lovelies, there will be many many many more tags to come! (Why am I tripling my words?)
Picture from here.
Coke or Pepsi?
Am I the only one that can't taste the difference? But I always go with pepsi (or try to)!
Ice cream or frozen yogurt?
Ice cream or frozen yogurt?
Well.. I just recently "discovered" frozen yogurt and I loved it! But I like ice cream too! Ben and Jerry's - heavenly.
Clothes or makeup?
Now this is hard.. I'm a a makeup girl, but I love clothes too! But then again, I'm a big believer of the power of makeup.. You can wear plain jeans and a basic black top but glam it up with a bright pout and bold brows!
Hairspray or frizz lotion?
Scarf - like a cooling! Lol!
I don't like hairsprays - except for when wearing my hair curly, that's when hairspray comes in handy! Other than that I opt for a frizz lotion (silk lotion).
T.V or book?
T.V or book?
I love reading. But ever since uni started, I've barely read - except for boring course books. And I don't watch T.V much. Computer (laptop) all the way! :D
Pool or beach?
Pool or beach?
Beach! Sharjah Ladies Health club - I miss you! :')
Water or soda?
Water or soda?
Water! I need my H2O ;)
Sandals or boots?
Sandals or boots?
Depends on the season.. But I'd go for ballerinas - all the way! (Boots for winter).
Purse or backpack?
Purse or backpack?
Purse!
Team Jacob or Team Edward?
Team Jacob or Team Edward?
Team Edward; cause only a vampire can love you forever! LOL, that's so cheesy!
Wizards of Waverly Place or Hannah Montana?
Wizards of Waverly Place or Hannah Montana?
... I hope that these dots explain my feelings towards these shows.. Or I shouldn't judge since I haven't watched either.
Mall or online shopping?
Mall or online shopping?
Mall! The feeling of carrying 10 shopping bags (exaggeration, I hope..) is awesoooome! But online shopping is fun too!
Tennis or soccer?
Tennis or soccer?
Soccer - ALL THE WAY! F.C. Barcelona ♥
MAC or Maybelline?
MAC or Maybelline?
MAC concealer (studio finish and pro longwear - I haven't tried many MAC products) and Maybelline limited edition blushes - they've changed my life :') along with the Fit Me powder! And their mascaras.. AND the gel liner! I love Maybelline!
Now I tag you guys to do this tag!
» ONE WEEK
It feels like I haven't talked to you guys (not that anyone is replying - so it's more of a monologue hahah!), but here I go!
I went to a Halloween party as Audrey Hepburn (my all time favorite makeup icon - and fashion!).. The
tiara featured in the picture is my grandmas, which kind of gives it a vintage-ish feel. AND she wore it on
her wedding day (yes, I took good care of it!) - a part of it has fallen off (not because of me, but a long time
ago!).. and that's what's left of it..
I helped my aunt and cousin - B - moving! It was FUN decorating and unpacking :D
I fell.. Yes, you read it right. I FELL! Oh I just want to laugh out loud (wow.. that's LOL! lol at that!).. I was
racing to the car - to sit in the front seat.. - and on my way running, I slipped (since the ground was weird),
fell, broke my phone, scraped my chin and hands.. So now I've got a disgusting red scar (not a deep one)
in my chin.. Thank God for makeup! And disgusting hands - painful painful..
Chinese food, chinese tea and other yummies at my friends bday gathering. I had a lot of fun with my
gorgeous chinese ladies ♥
That's practically what I've been up to lately - and I've been studying to a huge exam that I had on friday.. Tomorrow is the first day of my new course (genetics) and I have no idea what to wear. Yes, it is a dilemma for me.. Why? Because a first impression is everything. I want something that says 'I'm smart, but I'm not a geek. I'm not trying too much, but I'm not being unfashionable' (is that even a word?).. So I refuse to sleep until I know what to wear!
How are you lovelies doing? ♥
» DRIVING DOWN THE STREET
Guess what?!
B got her drivers license! Oh I'm so happy and proud :') It feels like I got the license hahah.. My turn soon..
So we've been strolling around the streets of Malmö - like a bawwss (ok Laila...cut that off..), or more like waste women (if someone gets that - you're awesome!).
I posted this pic to my Instagram, and now I'm realizing that 1. It looks like I'm driving. 2. You can barely
see B and M..
PS. It looks like I'm wearing this scarf ALOT - but I love it! It's a gift from a lovely friend ♥
» HAPPY BIRTHDAY, LOVE!
My oldest (not age-wise) friend/sister/cousins (after a lifetime friendship, I still don't know how to refer to her!) bday is today!
So Mona and I went over to her house early this morning and surprised her with donuts, cupcakes, roses (her favorites) and a gift. It's our tradition! And later on this evening, we will celebrate her!
With all that being said - happy birthday Tony Butcher; we love you! <3
» FOOD, FRENCH CAKE, EID AND A STYLISH BABY
Pictures of my day - yesterday ♥
Crazy for rings! But I lost one of them - oh the tears!
Stylish baby? YES! I want those cute tights!
And the french chocolate cake - yummy!
» EID MUBARAK
Eid mubarak lovely readers! May God accept our prayers (irrespective of religion) and fill our lives with happiness.
I hope you've all had a lovely day with your beloved ones ♥
These are some pictures of my day.
My "pretty in pink" outfit (childish, if I may say so myself) and Nado being a photographer! :') ♥
» SKINCARE
My skin hasn't behaved these past couple of weeks - and I've went through a couple breakouts.. Gosh, how annoying is that? And the worst thing is when you feel the need to cover those red bumps with heavy concealer.. That's when those bumps turn into something worse - because you shouldn't be covering them!
Well, I do that anyway, and I predict that I'll do that as long as I spot a red alien on my face..
The cure?
A good old eight hour of sleep, not stressing, drinking lots of water and choosing rasins over chocolate. But that's not it. You can use some magical products too!
Current (and hopefully future) skincare products. Aloe; calming toner, gentle facial wash, night- and
day cream. They're from the Body Shop and I absolutely love them! Since my skin is very sensitive,
these products have been working well.
My eye cream isn't very fancy. It's a pretty (or let's say a very) cheap one from Åhlens. It's moisturizing
my undereye area - which is what I seek for in an eye cream. But when I'm in the need of something
with richer texture, I use an eye gel from the Body Shop or stick to the old trick; Vaseline! It works
wonders on your lashes too!
Now this is a great product! I only have the sample, but I will defenitely get the real deal since it's really,
really good! It's a gel-form. You dab it on your spot - after you've cleansed and moisturized your skin,
and wake up with reduced redness and a smaller spot. The downside of this product is that it's a bit
pricey - and you can only get it at your facial centre (as I know of).
When I need to pamper my skin, a mask goes a long way! Most of the time I use those "one-time"-masks
(or what do you call them?) from Kicks, and I love them. Specially the chocolate mud mask. But, I got
the Honey and Oat scrub from the Body Shop today and it's currently sinking into my skin..
Do you have any facial goodies or a skincare you swear by? ♥
» A DANCE ON ROSES?
That's what life is, they said. But if it really was a dance on roses, how would we be able to learn from our (or other peoples) mistakes, face difficulties and cross obstacles?
With this being said, I don't believe that life is a dance on roses.. Life is more like walking on a thousand needles. Sometimes good, sometimes bad. But that's life.
» WHAT MAKES YOU DIFFERENT
Girls. I don't know how many "heartbreak" quotes I've read these past few days (or shall we make that weeks?).. The devastating thing is that most of these girls are pretty young. Heartbreak quotes? Seriously?
Somehow, girls think that a guy will make them feel special. Personally, I think that it's a very sad thing.. I mean, how low are we going if we need a person in our lives just to feel special and beautiful? Heads up, ladies; no one will ever make you feel special nor beautiful unless you start realizing that first. If you don't feel special, no one else will ever believe that you are either.. It's just like riding a bike for the first time. If you don't think you'll be able to balance the two wheels to stand up straight, you won't be able to balance them even if someone tries to help you..
Sure, people can get your confidence up - but only for a short period of time. Only you can realize your true potential (yes, I brought that up, again!)..
Remember that you are special, you are beautiful and you are perfect - just the way you are. You should realize that, dig deep within you and open your eyes..
Nothing symbolizes perfection better than Orchids..
» A NEW PASSION
Finding out new things about yourself can be - in most cases - very fun, if not great. Specially if it's a new hobby and what not..
I recently found out something new - or something I'd never thought I'd be able to go through - about myself. While listening to a pretty cheesy, but really good song. Oh memories! (not in the romantic kind of way - I thought I'd have to add that hahah!).
» BREAKFAST WITH BABY SIS
Waffles. So increadibly delicious, but very bad! Oh well, it's a breakfast.. Or should I say brunch?
My day is all filled up with stuff I have to do, places I have to go to and projects to start and finish - and lets not start with the study talk, shall we?
How's your day so far beauties? X
» REALIZING YOUR TRUE POTENTIAL
Realizing what you are capable of, who you are and what you're worth, is extremely important. Without all of that you are basically not going anywhere - not in life at least. You will only end up trying to be something you're not, which is wrong..
Why would that be wrong? Trying to be the best version of yourself can't be that bad, you must think. But think again. Why fool yourself when you can be you and erase every one that doesn't accept it. After all, you are perfect as you are.
Realizing your true potential and loving the real you - for what you really are - is a long and bumpy road.. But for the first time in my life I'm proud to say that I know me. I love me. And I am happy.
I can safely say that this road has been less of a bumpy ride - but it's still a long way to go, and the journey keeps on moving - forward, hopefully. ♥
» PRETTY LITTLE SPARKLE
Since everyone need a daily dose of pretty things - sparkle (oh I'm such a girly girl!), I snapped some pictures for you guys..
I think that it's very inspiring to just take your camera and snap pictures - let the imagination flow. And then, voilá, you get inspirational pictures!
Isabella - Italian pronounciation. A better picture of her will be uploaded soon.. But she is an inspiration
since I dress her in dresses or jewlery that make me happy..
» A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE
Ever since Ronaldo and Ronaldinho played for the Brazilian national football team, I wanted to see them. But that, obviously, didn't happen. I remember how everyone was cheering for Brazil 2006 (world championship), and then got disappointed when Italy played them out.. That's when we first got introduced to Kaka (or am I wrong?). We went out and got hideous, fake - should be added - Brazil football shirts haha. Oh I will show it to you if I can find it!
With all of that being said, I can't believe that I actually got to see Kaka yesterday. In fact, I still can't believe that I got to see the entire Brazilian team.. Oh I'm in love! Haha.
Even though I cheered for Iraq (you can't disappoint your country, can you?), we all knew that Brazil would win. It would be a miracle otherwise. 6-0 and we were proud. Why? If not because of the Iraqi goalkeeper (Noor?), Brazil would've won with more than 6-0.. But come on! They're champions.. The Iraqi team is practically nothing.. None of the players play in a big team..
Me and B - super excited! Hence the creepy smile hahah! But I
kind of still like the picture :D
Number 8 ♥
And number 5 ♥
The "stand up" seats (?). The Brazilian stand up seats was only 1/4 of the Iraqi..
Here we go..
The media were on that side.. That's why they turned their backs on us!
Kaka ♥
Our saviour! He did a wonderful job.. And he's probably the best Iraqi football player..
Happy Brazilians - the first goal.
Whenever a Brazilian came to 'our side', everyone went "buuuu" - which made Kaka laugh :')
Don't you think that a thousand words can be written about this pic?
14147 people were there.. I bet that 10000 (if not more) were Iraqis..
So the football landed at our side of the arena.. The people that catched it didn't want to let it go..
Even though the football playeres were telling them to give it up. But, if I would've catched it, I wouldn't
let it go either.. Tell the players to come and get it instead :D
And a final picture of Nashat (the only name I know in the Iraqi team hahah!).
All the pictures are taken by me.
» WRONG TURN
After a couple (=many) hours of trying to get tickets to TWINIGHT (=Breaking Dawn part 1 and 2), I set off to the theatre to buy the tickets.. But of course, I had forgotten that they open up in the afternoon.. I was too early. And while I was down town, I glimpsed (from across the street and when I got off the bus) some football players.. No, I didn't talk to them.. Stupid? Maybe.
Later, around 7-ish, I went to drive - I need to practice! What started out as a driving 'lesson' with my uncle, ended up as a "let's go and watch Iraq during their practice". And this is what I saw!
Now I really, really want an Iraq-Brazil scarf (not to wear on my head! But around my neck!) you know those football scarves?
So I will hunt for one tomorrow.. Wish me luck!
Will you guys be attending the game? ♥