Month: July 2013

What it takes

“Talent gets you invited to camp; determination gets you on the team; teamwork gets you on the field; confidence gets you on the starting unit; love for the game keeps you there.” – Brett Nelson of Forbes Magazine

Friday Night Lights

Obsessed. I’m almost finished watching season one and I’m unhealthily invested in every single character. Definitely a show I recommend if you’re looking for a drama to watch this summer. If you’re not a football fan (like I am), that’s ok, it’s not really about football anyway. CLEAR HEARTS, FULL MINDS, CAN’T LOSE! GO PANTHERS! Why wasn’t my high school football team this amazing…

Better bronzing: 5 organic and natural self-tanners that make getting a glow even safer

Normally we would have blown through at least a few bottles of sunscreen by now, but with the constant rain and cloudiness this summer, we’ve been reaching for the self-tanner instead. Even if we aren’t busting out a bikini every weekend, we still want our limbs looking bronzed and healthy. There is quite the range of self tanner options available that offer different finishes depending on your skin tone and the level of bronze you’re looking for. But what we’re fixated on right now is growing number of natural and organic tanners geared toward those of us who want to green our beauty routine. While faux glow and all-natural products may not seem like the most obvious pairing, it’s one that makes sense. After all, if you’re avoiding damage from the sun, it’s just as important to avoid the harmful chemicals and additives that many self-tanners can contain. But before we share our paraben- and silicone-free picks, some self-tanning 101: don’t forget to exfoliate. We can’t stress enough how important it is to polish your …

Wake Me Up – Avicii

I tried carrying the weight of the world But I only have two hands I hope I get the chance to travel the world But I don’t have any plans Wish that I could stay forever this young Not afraid to close my eyes Life’s a game made for everyone And love is the prize

Weddingbells Fall/Winter ’13 & FASHION August ’13

There’s no other feeling like seeing your work and name published inside a magazine. Weddingbells F/W ’13 issue came out this month and I can’t believe how amazing it turned out! Not that I’m surprised, the team was awesome to work with and they’re all super talented. I worked on two photoshoots as a style assistant (and drooled over all the pretty dresses), wrote a national wedding and various other real weddings – all published in this issue! It’s so, so beautiful. I seriously almost cried of happiness. You should pick up a copy, it’s 422 pages of magic. FASHION August ’13 issue with Demi Lovato also came out this month. I truly hope that feeling of accomplishment and seeing my name published never gets old.

Summer List Update: Part III

SUMMER 2013 GOAL! 1. Join a pilates class. 2. Make an ultimate summer playlist. 3.  Go to Wonderland and ride The Leviathan. 4. Completely clean my room and throw away/sell ANYTHING I do not need/wear/use. 5. Go on a picnic, basket and plaid blanket included. 6. Attend a drive-in. 7. Go to British Colombia and visit my friend. Must go surfing and whale watching. 8. Must visit the following restaurants: – BOOM Breakfast & CO – The Burger’s Priest  – Grand Electric  – Ed’s Real Scoop – Reposado 9. Visit the zoo. 10. Splurge on a high-end face mask at Sephora. 11. Buy a piñata. 12. Complete a cool D.I.Y project. 13. Be a vegetarian for a week. 14. Get a bath bomb at LUSH and take the ultimate bubble bath. 15. Get my hair cut. 16. Attend my graduation and have a picture of me throwing my cap in the air. 17. Create a signature summer drink. 18. Visit my cousin in Europe. 19. Compliment a random stranger. 20. Make a huge career move.