Hi, friends! I finally took the time to get some shots done with an actual high quality camera! Although they were intended to be my senior photos, there's no reason I shouldn't share them with you on the blog. I had a blast shooting these photos!

I took a walk in the park with my good friend and thought it was the perfect place for a fall-themed shoot. Especially with my outfit, it was the perfect setting! I wore my floral cut-out swing dress with my rust-orange jacket all from Forever 21 and paired it with my over-the-knee socks from Urban Outfitters and boots from Steve Madden.

Happy Wednesday everyone! It's only the third day of school for me and things are starting to get pretty busy and crazy. I've adapted to my summer break so much to the point I forget some of my daily routine of a school day- what is a pencil? Fall-like weather has ironically occurred ever since the first day of school in which I got to wear fall clothing ever since which is nice :)

I can feel chill in the air as the summer days go by. Seattle isn't lying once the first day of fall hits as there's no such thing as a gradual transition in the seasons weather. That's why making the most of the summer is important in so many ways- to have fun as much as possible before school, work, etc., and because the attire is so limited here in Washington. Don't get me wrong, Fall is my absolute favorite season but dressing up in the summertime is just as fun.

Today I went to my new school for a tour around the campus and the weather was beautiful. Although it's starting to get colder here in Seattle as the summer days go by, it's was still hot and sunny enough to (finally after two months) wear my baby blue romper from Forever 21! I'm so in love with this romper because of many reasons- the fact that it's button down to add detail, and the color is gorgeous for summer. I recently hung out with my total fashionista cousin and she was sweet enough to give me this beautiful floral kimono from Nordstrom Rack. Because the print of the kimono was already a huge statement to the romper, I decided to go light with the accessorizing and wore my Pink Stone Pendant from Forever21 and brown braided satchel from Love Culture. :)

I hope everyone is enjoying their summer!

Xoxo,
Sarah

This post is more different than what I usually and intend to post, but I just wanted to share with you guys real quick on important information I learned from my own self that I feel many people should acknowledge and apply to their life as well. Hey, this might even be an opportunity to take a closer look at what it's like in my life.

The past- we all have things we still look back on and totally dread our actions, or laugh at them and play it off. But if you're like me, it may be more difficult. Thinking about something you did in the past that makes you cringe and want nothing more than to go back in time knowing what you know now is all you constantly think and crave of doing.
I'm not gonna sit here and say I still don't think about my not-so-great actions in the past and want to cringe and sometimes even punch myself in the face for it, but I realized- as cliche and cheesy as it sounds, everything is a lesson. Personally, I think that's what triggered my depressed state for a good chunk amount of my time- not realizing that it's okay, and all I needed to do was simply do something about it. You learn from everything you do to know what you feel is right and what you feel is wrong. Take it as a reference and apply it to your life and your knowledge of choices and decisions. No one is perfect (another cliche) to know what is the absolute right thing to do. What do you think is right? Well, do it. Live the moment and evaluate it later.

I'm not afraid to get up close and personal with you guys but is it sad to say that I've already been through many, many, many ups and down's this year as we're only in the 3rd month of 2015? Sadly and honest to say, plenty of them have been downs. Don't get me wrong, I've had some pretty awesome up's- maybe even the some of the most memorable time(s) of my life. Something all these events have in common had involved other individuals and my overall humanly surroundings. Here's another fun fact- I have low tolerance with people. Okay, maybe not straight on intolerance of people in general but that fact I have absolutely no patience whatsoever. This is already a whole summed up explanation as to why I had plenty down's this year. Recap: 1) My intolerance of people.
Negativity, something I always seem to draw to the side of. Me in general, sad to say I was always one to point out all the negative things in something. I believe positivity is one of the most powerful and contagious form of energy there is. It's amazing how one can cause such an effect on another just by a simple behavior. Generally simple things like saying "hi", using your manners or just giving a smile make huge differences in someones perspective that honestly, dramatically affects their outlook on you that spread to other individuals which I think is what's so beautiful and powerful about positive energy.

Imagine how much more lively our surroundings would be if everyone puts in an effort to do the littlest things to make a change for the better in community of individuals, ourselves and the world in general. Little is always a huge impact.

ALL IN ALL, this post may have helped you, found it touching, inspiring or it may have not applied to you at all- but I hope you all remember these things and to keep embedded in your minds. You'll be surprised to see how applicable and helpful they are during hardships. Everything is a learning lesson and you just have to stay positive.


"Few things in the world are more powerful than a positive push. A smile. A world of optimism and hope. A 'you can do it' when things are tough." - Richard M. DeVos

xoxo,
Sarah

After excessively fantasizing and totally obsessing over New York fashion week style, I couldn't help but save a bunch of my favorite looks by some of the best and share some of them with you guys! Spring is just around and corner and the collections were on point. These looks aren't even half of what I have saved on my phone in total admiration but here's a gist of my NYFW faves.

Hi guys! I know- no surprise, It's been quite a while since I've posted :( It's been a mixture of a hectic schedule between work, classes and other shenanigans. I know right? What could a 17-year-old girl in high school possibly have going on to the point where I don't even have time to post a mini article? Well, since the last time I've posted, so much has happened. Some were possibly one of the best times, and others- not so much. But I'm just gonna say, I'm so very grateful and appreciative to have such supportive friends and family to get me through all the hardships. (Real MVP's)

Since I'm on break from school for a week and done with work for the day, I decided to pick myself up pints of Talenti, light some candles, put on a face mask, post a lil', and watch some Netflix. Oh how I've missed this routine. As bad as it sounds, I can't remember the last time I felt this relaxed and had the opportunity to have actual me time. But lemme just say, this is the life and I have missed it so much.

Lately, considering I've been rather more limited in places to go and occasions to actually dress nice to, I've been dressing up pretty simple and minimalistic. If you know me personally, you'd know I love to dress up all the time. But lately it's all just been mostly going out to run some errands or quick lunch outings. I think I've been so used to the limitation of places to go that my style has adapted to just that. And no, I'm not talking about sweat pants, hair tied and chillin' with no makeup on (just as amazing as that sounds), I still like to look like I made an effort in decency for public viewing. By that, I could just throw on some jeans and an oversized tee and call it a day. Personally, when going out for a while to run errands or any other outing, I would never wear sweat pants. That's just me and has always been me! As I mentioned in one of my previous posts, I talked about how accessorizing can make a huge difference in an outfit as a statement. WHICH, is exactly what I do when I go out (and is limited in places to go)



Not necessarily would I always wear heels for a casual outing because let's be real, those shoes and my feet won't always work out. On a casual day out, I prefer the comfiest on my feet. Nor, would I necessarily always prefer a plain white tee or button up, Patterns and textures are just as good to throw on as a go-to (it takes about the same effort as if throwing on a normal one- a few seconds at the most!) You also can't go wrong with statement necklaces. Again, if you know me personally, you know I'm obsessed with the big, poppy, stand-out statement necklaces. They really come in handy when wanting to look like you actually made an effort to look good. You can always get the easy way out of it :)

xoxo,
Sarah