Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Five Laughs
Happy Tuesday, guys! It's been busy round here what with uni and work but we're loving the change in routine (...so far! Ask us again when we're up to our necks in papers and you may get a different response...) It's getting noticeably colder in these parts which is kind of bittersweet - summer is definitely over now but we're sooo ready for autumn with all its charms, so bring it on! Have a great week, and enjoy these five laughs :-)
Monday, September 10, 2012
Star Style: Leo
This week our star style spotlight is on Leo! By and large, you guys are a bunch of very strong characters who love the limelight. However, if don't feel like a true lion, it's worth checking out the other stuff going on in your chart - you can do that by typing your details into http://ephemeris.com/ephemeris.php . You may find you have more in common with the signs that come before or after Leo, which are Cancer and Virgo. But if you think you're the real deal, read on and enjoy our style picks!
LEO (23rd July - 22nd August)
LEO (23rd July - 22nd August)
Symbol: The Lion
Element: Fire
Colour: Orange, gold
Gem: Peridot, carnelian
Flower: Sunflower, marigold
Traits: Generous, courageous, confident, affectionate and dignified, but can be arrogant, domineering and too proud to ask for help.
Your Style: Subtlety is not your thing; you like to be in the spotlight and tend to go for bright colours and luxurious textures.
Traits: Generous, courageous, confident, affectionate and dignified, but can be arrogant, domineering and too proud to ask for help.
Your Style: Subtlety is not your thing; you like to be in the spotlight and tend to go for bright colours and luxurious textures.
FAMOUS LEOS
{Madonna} {Jennifer Lopez} {Halle Berry}
{Mila Kunis} {Kate Beckinsale} {Amy Adams}
TOP TEN STYLE PICKS FOR LEOS
1. Orange Maxi Dress: Leos are regal beings, so a stunning dress in your ruling colour is a must-have for you!
AX Paris long dress - nelly.com
2. Gold Bangles: The more of these stacked on your arm, the merrier!
Miso set of bangle - republic.co.uk
3. Bright Jeans: Brighten your day with a pair of saffron-hued trousers.
7 For All Mankind cordoroy pants - lordandtaylor.com
4. Embellished Ballet Flats: Opulence doesn't have to be uncomfortable; these flats are both practical and glamorous at the same time.
Ballet shoes - myhotshoes.com
5. Leopard Print: Animal print was made for you; be on trend with a peplum-style top.
River Island leopard print top - riverisland.com
6. Bronzer: Leos love the sun, fact! Cheat a sun-kissed glow year-round with a good-quality bronzer.
Elizabeth Arden bronzing powder - elizabetharden.com
7. J'adore Perfume: A warm, luxurious scent in a sleek, golden bottle.
Christian dior perfume - johnlewis.com
8. Fur-trimmed Parka: When the weather turns cold, a bit of fur will add warmth and panache to your coat.
Joseph parka coat - coggles.com
9. Gold Clutch: A glittering clutch is the perfect accessory for any evening outing.
Anya Hindmarch glitter clutch - stylebop.com
10. Peridot Earrings: Wear your birthstone with pride with a pair of chandelier earrings - the bigger, the better!
Peridot earrings - maxandchloe.com
Celeb Images:
http://www.people.com/people/madonna/0,,,00.html
http://www.gallery.becomegorgeous.com/jennifer_lopez_makeup/jennifer_lopez_silver_makeup-2734.html
http://www.topnews.in/light/people/halle-berry
http://www.celebrityhairstyle.org/2010/05/charlize-theron-hairstyles.html
http://collider.com/hilary-swank-molly-mickler-smith-interview-something-borrowed/89087/
http://blogs.babble.com/famecrawler/2010/04/28/sandra-bullock-baby-name/
http://hellogiggles.com/while-i-was-sleeping-i-beat-mila-kunis-in-the-anti-hunger-games
http://www.people.com/people/kate_beckinsale/0,,,00.html
http://movies.yahoo.com/person/amy-adams/
http://www.peoplestylewatch.com/people/stylewatch/gallery/0,,1534069_1190541,00.html
http://www.celebuzz.com/celebrities/kristen-wiig/
http://techinfoguru.com/jennifer-lawrence-tall-height-weight-age/
Friday, September 7, 2012
10 Things to Do in September
September is a month that both of us love. Apart from the fact that it's Vicky's birthday month, it's also a time of new beginnings and fresh starts, crisper days and darker evenings, cosy clothes and comforting food. Here are ten things to tick off on your September to-do list.
1. Get Organised!
Even if you're not heading back to school or uni, you can still use this time to get yourself organised - buy a crisp new agenda if you don't already have one and make a note of your goals, meetings, deadlines, events, etc.
2. Indulge in a Pumpkin Spice Latte
Ok, not everyone likes Pumpkin Spice Lattes (Ali loves them, Vicky hates), but everyone should at least try this cosy, calorific beverage at least once in their lives.
3. Go Apple Picking
Soooo we've actually never been apple picking before. But it just seems like such a wholesome, autumnal thing to do that we simply had to stick it on our list.
4. Make Soup
Homemade soup is infinitely yummier than anything you get from a package, so dedicate at least one September evening to cooking up a hearty batch of your choice.
5. Wear Your Summer Clothes While You Still Can
The first few weeks of September tend to be warm, even hot, so now's the time to squeeze in a few last wearings of your favourite dresses, shorts and sandals before the weather starts to chill. At the same time though, be on the look-out for pieces to:
6. Update Your Wardrobe for Autumn
Cosy knits, bright tights, cute coats, leather boots...autumn fashion really has so much going for it.
7. Visit a Library
Check out your local library and spend some time there soaking up the tranquil atmosphere.
8. Look Forward to Fall TV
September heralds in the new season for old favourite programmes as well as promising new ones. Yay for having your life revolve around a show again :-)
9. Get in Touch With Your Grandparents
The first Sunday after Labour Day is officially National Grandparents Day. Celebrate by getting in touch with yours, whether by phone call, visit, or good old-fashioned letter. They will be absolutely thrilled - guaranteed.
10. Bring Out the Candles
Candles are lovely year-round, but their flickering flames definitely become more magical on cosy autumn evenings.
Images: http://coactivehealth.com/lifestyle-benefits/whats-your-agenda/
http://www.cheeriosandlattes.com/starbucks-pumpkin-spice-latte-copycat-includes-syrup-recipe/
http://buzz.roots.com/2011/10/apple-picking.html
http://serendipity-kate.blogspot.ca/2009/09/tuscan-autumn-soup.html
http://favim.com/image/118322/
http://alexalovefashion.blogspot.ca/
http://twistedsifter.com/2011/10/beautiful-libraries-around-the-world/
http://theutscmessenger.com/?p=6125
http://guyism.com/humor/7-surefire-ways-to-ruin-this-years-thanksgiving.html/attachment/grandparents
http://www.jomalone.com/templates/landing/candles.tmpl
1. Get Organised!
Even if you're not heading back to school or uni, you can still use this time to get yourself organised - buy a crisp new agenda if you don't already have one and make a note of your goals, meetings, deadlines, events, etc.
2. Indulge in a Pumpkin Spice Latte
Ok, not everyone likes Pumpkin Spice Lattes (Ali loves them, Vicky hates), but everyone should at least try this cosy, calorific beverage at least once in their lives.
3. Go Apple Picking
Soooo we've actually never been apple picking before. But it just seems like such a wholesome, autumnal thing to do that we simply had to stick it on our list.
4. Make Soup
Homemade soup is infinitely yummier than anything you get from a package, so dedicate at least one September evening to cooking up a hearty batch of your choice.
5. Wear Your Summer Clothes While You Still Can
The first few weeks of September tend to be warm, even hot, so now's the time to squeeze in a few last wearings of your favourite dresses, shorts and sandals before the weather starts to chill. At the same time though, be on the look-out for pieces to:
6. Update Your Wardrobe for Autumn
Cosy knits, bright tights, cute coats, leather boots...autumn fashion really has so much going for it.
7. Visit a Library
Check out your local library and spend some time there soaking up the tranquil atmosphere.
8. Look Forward to Fall TV
September heralds in the new season for old favourite programmes as well as promising new ones. Yay for having your life revolve around a show again :-)
9. Get in Touch With Your Grandparents
The first Sunday after Labour Day is officially National Grandparents Day. Celebrate by getting in touch with yours, whether by phone call, visit, or good old-fashioned letter. They will be absolutely thrilled - guaranteed.
10. Bring Out the Candles
Candles are lovely year-round, but their flickering flames definitely become more magical on cosy autumn evenings.
Images: http://coactivehealth.com/lifestyle-benefits/whats-your-agenda/
http://www.cheeriosandlattes.com/starbucks-pumpkin-spice-latte-copycat-includes-syrup-recipe/
http://buzz.roots.com/2011/10/apple-picking.html
http://serendipity-kate.blogspot.ca/2009/09/tuscan-autumn-soup.html
http://favim.com/image/118322/
http://alexalovefashion.blogspot.ca/
http://twistedsifter.com/2011/10/beautiful-libraries-around-the-world/
http://theutscmessenger.com/?p=6125
http://guyism.com/humor/7-surefire-ways-to-ruin-this-years-thanksgiving.html/attachment/grandparents
http://www.jomalone.com/templates/landing/candles.tmpl
Thursday, September 6, 2012
Thursday Travels: Pisa & Verona
This week's Travels takes us back to Italy; a sunkissed country crammed with culture and charm. Definitely one of our favourites ;-) In between visiting Rome, Florence and Venice (each of which will have their own post in the weeks to come), we made brief stops in Pisa and Verona...too brief to have their own post, so we've combined them. Unfortunately, we didn't take a ton of pictures at either of these stops (we got distracted by gelato in Pisa and clothes-shopping in Verona) but you don't really need hundreds of pics of the Leaning Tower or Juliet's Balcony, do you?!
Now for a little history lesson: Construction on the Leaning Tower first began in 1173, and continued intermittently for hundreds of years after that. The tilting is caused by the unstable foundation on which it's built (the ground was/is too soft), and gradually increased each year until the tower was stabilised about a decade ago. You can actually go in (and up) it, but we didn't...it was the hottest day we'd yet experienced on our trip and we were dying for gelato...so we reserved our flagging energy for the pursuit of acquiring some. (The main difference between gelato and ice cream? Gelato uses milk where ice cream uses cream! And is somehow all the more yummier for that, in our opinion).
Now for Verona... It's a mid-sized city in Northern Italy with an amphitheatre, warm-coloured buildings and sun-dappled streets, and the Casa di Giulietta - Juliet's House. As in Juliet Capulet, heroine of Shakespeare's great tragedy (and Taylor Swift's alter ego).
While there actually was a Capulet family living in Verona, the similarities to the family of the play are a bit hazy, so the claim that this is the Capulet family home (and that the balcony was indeed Juliet's) is a bit sketch...but nonetheless it's become a love shrine of sorts, complete with letters to Juliet from people around the world posted on the walls.
It was a bit nauseating, what with the overwhelming amount of PDAs going on ever way you looked, so we made a hasty dash for the shops... We found a really good one called ProMod - a cheap and cheerful clothing store indigenous to Europe; definitely recommended!
Now for a little history lesson: Construction on the Leaning Tower first began in 1173, and continued intermittently for hundreds of years after that. The tilting is caused by the unstable foundation on which it's built (the ground was/is too soft), and gradually increased each year until the tower was stabilised about a decade ago. You can actually go in (and up) it, but we didn't...it was the hottest day we'd yet experienced on our trip and we were dying for gelato...so we reserved our flagging energy for the pursuit of acquiring some. (The main difference between gelato and ice cream? Gelato uses milk where ice cream uses cream! And is somehow all the more yummier for that, in our opinion).
{First glimpse!}
{We tried to take a pic of us leaning against/pushing the Tower but after several failed attempts opted for a more basic pose}
{On the prowl for gelato}
{Looks kinda normal from this angle}
Now for Verona... It's a mid-sized city in Northern Italy with an amphitheatre, warm-coloured buildings and sun-dappled streets, and the Casa di Giulietta - Juliet's House. As in Juliet Capulet, heroine of Shakespeare's great tragedy (and Taylor Swift's alter ego).
While there actually was a Capulet family living in Verona, the similarities to the family of the play are a bit hazy, so the claim that this is the Capulet family home (and that the balcony was indeed Juliet's) is a bit sketch...but nonetheless it's become a love shrine of sorts, complete with letters to Juliet from people around the world posted on the walls.
It was a bit nauseating, what with the overwhelming amount of PDAs going on ever way you looked, so we made a hasty dash for the shops... We found a really good one called ProMod - a cheap and cheerful clothing store indigenous to Europe; definitely recommended!
{Verona! Juliet's Balcony}
{Casa di Giulietta}
{Piazza delle Erbe}
{Verona is full of beautiful, balconied buildings like these}
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Happy Birthday, Vicky!!!!!
Today is a very special day...it's Vic's 20th birthday!!! Aaaand our blog also happens to be one month old today...so celebrations all around :-) I'm not gonna get toooo gushy but I just wanna say a big HAPPPPPPPPPPPYYYYYY BIRTHDAAAAAYYYYYYYYY to Victoria Alicia May Clare O'Neill, my partner in crime for the past 20 years. I had such fun digging up the following childhood gems in all their '90s glory...hope you enjoy!!!
{Yay for little sisters! Better than dolls :-)}
{Vicky and our mama}
{Check out the imperious look on that little face!}
{Dressed as Snow White whilst clutching a Pocahontas doll...total Disney child}
{So Shirley Temple, right?! Kiiiiiinda unfair that she got all the good hair genes!!!}
{Purple velvet dress = perfect attire for playing in the snow}
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Five Laughs: Back To School Edition
Hello everyone! We hope you had a fantastic Labour Day weekend :-) Vicky and I were in Vancouver for the weekend, where we soaked up the sunny weather and hit up the shops...It only just dawned on us as we were leaving that the new Topshop there is now open - we were kicking ourselves for forgetting to pay it a visit, as it's the BIGGEST Topshop in North America!!! Another time, another time...
We're back to the books tomorrow, so decided that this week's five laughs should have a Back to School theme...hope you enjoy!
Monday, September 3, 2012
Star Style: Cancer
Any Cancerians out there? If so, you're in luck, because today is all about your Star Style! As we always say, it's important that you check out what else is going on in your chart (you can do that at http://ephemeris.com/ephemeris.php by typing in all your date of birth details) to give you a more accurate representation of your personality. As a Cancerian, you may find you have more in common with the signs that come before (Gemini) or after (Leo) your own sign. But if you do feel like a true romantic, caring Cancerian, then read on and enjoy!
CANCER (21 June - 22 July)
Symbol: The Crab
Element: Water
Colour: Silver, grey, cream, light blue
Gem: Ruby, pearl, moonstone
Flower: White rose, water lily
Traits: Kind, nurturing, home-loving, sentimental, and understanding, but can be moody, clingy, and too sensitive.
Your Style: You love pretty, feminine clothes in soft colours. Because you're nostalgic and love history, you often veer towards a vintage look.
3. Lace Dress: You're very much a romantic, and your style often reflects this; a feminine lace dress in a soft, silvery shade is right up your alley.
Alice by Temperley vintage lace dress - seasonsclothing.co.uk
4. Cape: When the weather starts to cool, why not cosy up in a sweetly vintage cape?
Dolce Gabbana wool cape - net-a-porter.com
5. Coral Lipstick: A warm, summery, marine-inspired hue that would beautifully complement your nautical-themed pieces.
Revlon cosmetic - placedestendances.com
6. Acqua di Gioia Perfume: An aquatic perfume reminiscent of the ocean - what more could you want?!
Giorgio armani fragrance - harveynichols.com
7. Boat Shoes: Shine and shimmer in a pair of boat shoes in silver, your lucky colour.
Sperry Top-Sider silver boat shoes - shirise.com
8. Ruby Earrings: You love delicate, finely-wrought jewellery, like these earrings in your lucky stone, ruby. Be on the look-out for antique pieces - anything old with a good story behind it appeals to you!
Ruby earrings - pinterest.com
9. Coin Purse: Cancerians are very good with money, and often make shrewd businesswomen. Take care of the pennies with a cute little coin purse like this one.
Coin purse wallet - etsy.com
10. Sailor Trousers: A wide-legged pair of trousers is flattering, comfortable and chic, and looks fab with a stripy breton top.
J Brand blue pants - my-wardrobe.com
Images:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Cancer2.jpg
http://www.bestcelebrityhairstyles.com/lindsay-lohan-hairstyles/lindsay-lohan/
http://www.sofeminine.co.uk/celebrities/cheryl-cole/album841206/cheryl-cole-fan-club-album-20861746.html
http://www.topnews.in/people/jessica-simpson
http://www.accidentalsexiness.com/tag/kristen-bell/
http://www.new-hairstyles.org/celebrity-hairstyles/selena-gomez-hairstyles.html
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/01/28/sofia-vergara-shows-off-h_1_n_815300.html
http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/DianeKruger
http://www.famenetworth.com/2010/11/liv-tyler-net-worth.html
http://www.people.com/people/gisele_bundchen/0,,,00.html
http://skinnyvscurvy.com/minka-kelly/beauty-beige-minka-kelly.html
http://www.usmagazine.com/celebrities/julianne-hough
Symbol: The Crab
Element: Water
Colour: Silver, grey, cream, light blue
Gem: Ruby, pearl, moonstone
Flower: White rose, water lily
Traits: Kind, nurturing, home-loving, sentimental, and understanding, but can be moody, clingy, and too sensitive.
Your Style: You love pretty, feminine clothes in soft colours. Because you're nostalgic and love history, you often veer towards a vintage look.
FAMOUS CANCERIANS
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| {Lindsay Lohan} {Cheryl Cole} {Jessica Simpson} |
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| {Kristen Bell} {Selena Gomez} {Sofia Vergara} |
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| {Diane Kruger} {Liv Tyler} {Gisele Bundchen} |
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| {Minka Kelly} {Julianne Hough} {Nicole Scherzinger} |
TOP TEN STYLE PICKS FOR CANCER
1. Nautical T-Shirt: True Cancerians absolutely love the sea, and incidentally are drawn to nautical-themed clothing, like this anchor t-shirt.
Neon t shirt - alloy.com
2. Swimsuit: You spend a lot of time at the beach, so invest in a few sweet swimsuits, like this retro striped bikini.
Bandeau swimwear - romwe.com
2. Swimsuit: You spend a lot of time at the beach, so invest in a few sweet swimsuits, like this retro striped bikini.
Bandeau swimwear - romwe.com
3. Lace Dress: You're very much a romantic, and your style often reflects this; a feminine lace dress in a soft, silvery shade is right up your alley.
Alice by Temperley vintage lace dress - seasonsclothing.co.uk
4. Cape: When the weather starts to cool, why not cosy up in a sweetly vintage cape?
Dolce Gabbana wool cape - net-a-porter.com
5. Coral Lipstick: A warm, summery, marine-inspired hue that would beautifully complement your nautical-themed pieces.
Revlon cosmetic - placedestendances.com
6. Acqua di Gioia Perfume: An aquatic perfume reminiscent of the ocean - what more could you want?!
Giorgio armani fragrance - harveynichols.com
7. Boat Shoes: Shine and shimmer in a pair of boat shoes in silver, your lucky colour.
Sperry Top-Sider silver boat shoes - shirise.com
8. Ruby Earrings: You love delicate, finely-wrought jewellery, like these earrings in your lucky stone, ruby. Be on the look-out for antique pieces - anything old with a good story behind it appeals to you!
Ruby earrings - pinterest.com
9. Coin Purse: Cancerians are very good with money, and often make shrewd businesswomen. Take care of the pennies with a cute little coin purse like this one.
Coin purse wallet - etsy.com
10. Sailor Trousers: A wide-legged pair of trousers is flattering, comfortable and chic, and looks fab with a stripy breton top.
J Brand blue pants - my-wardrobe.com
Images:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Cancer2.jpg
http://www.bestcelebrityhairstyles.com/lindsay-lohan-hairstyles/lindsay-lohan/
http://www.sofeminine.co.uk/celebrities/cheryl-cole/album841206/cheryl-cole-fan-club-album-20861746.html
http://www.topnews.in/people/jessica-simpson
http://www.accidentalsexiness.com/tag/kristen-bell/
http://www.new-hairstyles.org/celebrity-hairstyles/selena-gomez-hairstyles.html
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/01/28/sofia-vergara-shows-off-h_1_n_815300.html
http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/DianeKruger
http://www.famenetworth.com/2010/11/liv-tyler-net-worth.html
http://www.people.com/people/gisele_bundchen/0,,,00.html
http://skinnyvscurvy.com/minka-kelly/beauty-beige-minka-kelly.html
http://www.usmagazine.com/celebrities/julianne-hough
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