That Day At The Park

Cardi, Top, Legging - H&M
Creepers - warehouse365

Summer Trend // Flower Crowns

Flower crowns are a big trend for spring/summer 2013, and every fashion blogger seems to love them!
 I'm personally very in love with this trend, although I don't feel like floral themed fashion is really me. Of course I am going to try something like the above ones out, because, just look at them! They turn a basic look into someting a lot more cute and feminine, and give a bohemian touch.

These are my four picks which I stumbled upon online, what are yours? :)

x

My Warehouse365 Creepers!

I ordered my first pair of creepers a few weeks ago, and I wanted to share my experience with you!

A family member recommended their online shop so I decided to take a look. They have a few different ceeper shoes with different prints like Flower and Leopard. I knew I wanted the studded ones but it definitely was hard choosing because I liked the flower printed shoes a lot too! 

I'm usually really picky when it comes to shopping online, especially shoes. You never know if the quality is what you expect it to be, and what's also very important: the sizing. However, Warehouse365 did a great job on both quality and sizing! My beloved creepers are very comfortable, and eye-catching for sure :)
I got a size 37 because my feet are quite narrow, but they fit perfectly!

If you are interested in buying some good quality, reasonably priced creepers, I highly recommend Warehouse365!
Their shipping is FREE, which is always good!

x

Instagram Week #4

1. Comfy outfit for that day. I absolutely love this mohair cardigan I got from Primark a while ago, but it's really hard for me to wear because I can't wear it with black underneath, because the hairs stick to it and the black will be fully covered in blue hairs at the end of the day!

2. I was cleaning out my desk and I found some drawings from two years ago I think, and it made me realize that now I'm not really doing all the things I want to do, just because I have no time. That made me feel sad, really, so when summer break starts I'm gonna get back into drawing and all that creative stuff <3

3.  My oldest cat, Kloontje, sleeping like a baby on my bed. Lately he's been sneaking upstairs into my room and when I arrive I see him snoozing on my sheets haha

4. Random selfie.

5. Another selfie, but I was in this superdeluxe German train on my way to the boyfriend. I really enjoyed it there and didn't want to leave actually lol. Also, I've been loving red lips lately but sometimes I'm still too insecure about the boldness that red lips just have..

6. Boyfriend helped me photograph an OOTD for the blog! Then we saw his cat hiding between the flowers, so I just had to give him some attention. He's the sweetest and most beautiful cat, really. 

7.  On saturday we had lunch with my boyfriend's family, and this is what I wore. I ate so much that day, the food was delicious ;)

8. Another photo of Kloontje sleeping. He's so adorable when he sleeps!

I can't help to take pictures of him, I think it's also because I don't want to miss a moment of him anymore.. He's old already and I'm so glad he survived his eye cancer but he won't live forever so I'm just enjoying his presence while I still can. He's been with me since I was about 2/3 years old, and if he goes, a part of my life goes too.

Also, it's only one week 'til my tests, and after that I'll be done for this schoolyear! 

So exciting :D

Kisses, SJ

OOTD - The Summery Dress

 
Dress - Primark
Shoes - also Primark

I finally got the chance to wear my dress I bought quite a while ago already, so I did!
Because I'm away this weekend I only brought these shoes and my creepers, but I think it looks okay like this.

I really hope this weather stays for a while because it helps me overcome my winter depression that lasted way too long!

Hope you're having a great weekend, because I sure am.

SJ x
 



Instagram Week #3

1. Comfy leggings from Stradivarius, bought while in Barcelona.

2. Me and my friend had to photograph a dance performance, we're doing this for a couple of weeks now and I'm really liking it! On the photo is the stage where they announced all of the dancing groups. I thought the lighting was pretty cool.

3. Saturday's ootd! Another day of photographing, at two locations this time.
Crop Top - Asos / Camo Jacket - My Style / Leggings - H&M

4. My youngest cat Simba. Sometimes he's got the weirdest face. Why is your tongue out, dude! You are too adorable.

So this week I was pretty busy with school, and in the weekend I had to photograph 3 dance performances scattered over friday and saturday. So now that sunday has come, I am finally chilling. I've got a pile of homework waiting for me so guess I should start with that after I finish this post. 

I also decided to create a twitter! Now you guys are able to contact me if needed, or just to chat or stalk, whatever you prefer ;)

I'd really appreciate if you: Follow @Shiyamala_  

Kisses, SJ

Liebster Award

I got nominated for the Liebster Award by Mishymoo. Thank you so much <3
You should check out her blog, it's very nice!

The Liebster Award is given from bloggers to bloggers who are new and/or upcoming. This makes it a great way to discover new blogs and to socialize!

The Rules
- Each person nominated must list 11 things about themselves.
- Answer the 11 questions left by your tagger.
- Create your own 11 questions.
- Tag up to 11 up and coming bloggers.
- No Tag Backs.

11 Facts About Me
- My mom is from Holland and my dad is from Surinam, that makes me a mulattin!
- I am a dog and a horse person.
- I'm an introvert and socially awkward around strangers. With friends and loved ones I'm the complete opposite.
- When I was younger I wanted to be a writer or a vet. Now I have no idea what I want.
- I'm terrible at math. TERRIBLE.
- People find my taste in music very odd. Mostly because I like bits and bobs of every music genre there is.
- My favorite movie genre is horror/thriller.
- The Titanic makes me cry. Every time. Even when someone hums the theme song.
- I try to go to the gym at least 2 times a week.
- ^ I am quite lazy and I often need to push myself to actually do something.
- There's one year left till I graduate from high school. (finally)

Questions By Tagger (Mishymoo)
Q: Do you prefer gold, silver or bronze jewellery?
A: I like gold and silver, I think they both look good with my skintone.
Q: Who is your celebrity style icon? (if you have one)
A: To be honest.. I don't really have one!
Q: What is your favorite song at the moment?
A: Frank Ocean - Swim Good *drool*
Q: What are the first 3 items you'd buy if you won over 10 million pounds?
A: These are not really 'items' but I'd buy: A huge farm, horses, and a Mini car =]
Q: One fashion item you can't live without (can be specific)?
A: I definitely can't live without my skinny jeans. They're such a wardrobe essential for me.
Q: If you were only allowed to wear one would you choose, eye makeup or face makeup e.g. foundation, concealer?
A: I'd choose for eye makeup because I like doing that kind of makeup, and I don't wear foundation or concealer that often anyway, I could live without it!
Q: What is your favorite animal?
A: I love all animals but I think it's kinda obvious when I say my favorite is the wolf :)
Q: What is your guilty pleasure?
A: Definitely food. I binge too much, sometimes...
Q: Do you collect anything?
A: I'm really bad at throwing things away, but I don't collect anything as far as I know. Maybe clothes, if that counts, haha.
Q: If you could pick anywhere in the world, where would you live?
A: That's a hard one... I've thought about moving to California/New York or maybe Brazil/Argentina, but I'll probably just stay here because I'm afraid to leave everything behind!
Q: Favorite blog?
A: www.ariaclemente.com, everything about her blog, herself and her style has something unique... I don't really know how to explain it, but if you have time you should definitely check her out!

My Questions For You
- What fashion trend from this year do you like most?
- What's your favorite clothing shop?
- Favorite makeup brand?
- What are some of your favorite websites?
- If you were to write a book about your life, what would you call it?
- Have you ever travelled outside your country? To where?
- What are some things that scare you?
- What's the first thing you notice about people?
- What's your opinion about social media?
- How is/was high school for you?
- What do you like most about yourself?

My Nominations
http://dreaming-ofadream.blogspot.com
http://jennifertherese.blogspot.com
http://littlebloomingflowers.blogspot.com.au
http://myfashionisart.blogspot.com
http://revlonbaby09.blogspot.co.uk
http://sexoavecdulce.blogspot.com
http://theawkwardbutterfli.blogspot.com

OOTD - The Thrifted Coat

Argh, it was so windy that day. You can tell just by looking at my face that I'm annoyed lol

Coat - Thrifted, €13
I got this coat from a thriftstore about a week ago, and I'm in love! It fits me perfectly and it's really warm. Summer is almost here but it's still super cold, so I don't mind buying a winter jacket!
I do think we might not get a proper summer this year AT ALL... deep sigh. The weather in the Netherlands really sucks.

Kisses, SJ 

Instagram Week #2

#1. My dear hamster Pinda that passed away quite some time ago. I still miss her!

#2. Fashioncheque I got as a gift but I have no idea what to spend it on...

#3. OOTD! I wore my crop top I ordered from ASOS along with a thrifted green blouse, leggings and my docs lookalikes. I went to a thriftstore that day and got me some more clothes :)

#4. This week I spend a lot of my time in the gym, I need to get back in shape man.

#5. We're counting down to the last week of tests, which will be the last week of this schoolyear as well. I reallyy am looking forward to this summer, 's gonna be good!

#6. My new favorite soup from Unox that I discovered, it has pasta in it. yum!

#7. My I-am-so-happy-its-finally-friday- face

#8. Spent the weekend at my boyfriend's and we both had this tasty mini pizza <3

#9. And when I arrived at home sunday night the creepers I ordered from Warehouse365 were already waiting for me! Really, this weekend couldn't get any better.

I hope you had a great week too!

SJ x 

OOTD - A Touch Of Asian Culture

 

 Top - Thrifted, €2.50
Necklace - H&M
Skinnies - Primark
Shoes - Modemusthaves (not available anymore)

I thrifted this amazing Asian-like top, along with some other items. I just love going to these second hand stores and buy clothes for cheap! I wore this to school and I got compliments on the top, when I told them where I got it they were all surprised haha :) It doesn't matter where you get your clothes from, as long as they're in good condition.

Kisses, SJ

How I Store My Makeup

I thought it'd be nice to show my way of storing my daily makeup essentials!

We recently got the small hotel-like bathroom next to my room done, so I am moving all of my stuff there. I'm really excited because I kind of have my own bathroom now, haha!

I got this cool makeup container at the local drugstore for about €7

Products I use to make my skin look 'better'. I don't often wear concealer nor foundation nor powder. I don't really like the Clear&Matte Foundation from Essence because it makes my skin oily throughout the day.

If I do wear any kind of coverage it's the BB Cream beauty balm from Essence, with a little bit of the powder to set it.

I don't have anything against foundation or any kind of coverage, it's just that I think my skin looks OK without it, and I feel comfortable with no foundation on as well. So yeah :)

Mascara's and eyeliners that I use the most. The Essence I 'heart' Extreme + Maybelline Stilleto Volume + Catrice Waterproof Top Coat were all gifted to me by my niece! They are great products, I even use the Top Coat to set my eyebrows because I'm too lazy to buy a proper eyebrow kit, oopsie.

Last but not least, these are my current favorite lip products that I use, and on the very right my eye cream and cute Japanese themed tweezer.

I'm telling you, these are my current favorite products, because I couldn't fit all of the products I use in the container!

SJ x

Instagram Week #1

#1. This is how I started my mornings this week! These honey flavored cornflakes with oats from Kellogg's are delicious.

#2. Also I've been letting my dog sleep in my bed lately, so I feel less lonely. Everyone needs a bit of company, right?

#3. Nooodles. Hmm, love it.

#4. Favorite makeup look from this week. I usually keep my makeup simple, but that day I felt like bold red lips, awesome!

#5. The creepers I've been wanting to order online, but I got an email saying they were out of stock.. Sob.

#6. To cheer myself up a bit I decided to order something from ASOS.com. I got a black roll-neck crop top for myself, and a cute gold owl bracelet for my mom as a belated Mother's Day gift :)

So yeah, this was pretty much my week.

Sorry for the late post, I'm having issues with getting photo's from my camera to my laptop... I hope I can fix this asap.

Have a great weekend!

Kisses, SJ

Introducing Clothingloves.net

Hello lovelies!

I've been browsing through lots of online shops lately, and I stumbled upon clothingloves.net today. This website really surprised me, they have a wide range of clothing, from tops to leggings to jewelry, and even weddingdresses!
Also, the items they offer are really affordable, while most webshops overprice their items, ClothingLoves doesn't!
Anddd.. they ship worldwide, that's a plus!

I can't put all the items I like in one collage, but here are a few:


As I said they have a wide range of clothing, and I know for sure there's something to find for everyone. Make sure you check out their website!

SJ x

OOTD - Weather Getting Better

Sweater - Second Hand Store (H&M)

Harem Pants - Coolcat

Sunglasses + Bracelet - €1 Shop

We've had such good weather the past few days, we're finally able to go outside without a coat or jacket.
I really can't wait for the summer, it's gonna be good!

Kisses, SJ

Wishlist #1

Hey guys!

I thought I'd share my current wishlist with you. These are the kind of clothing pieces I've been looking for lately/have seen but not been able to buy yet.


1. ROMWE Dog Muscle Tee: After the Givenchy Dog T-Shirt, worn by Kanye West, became popular, lots of other clothing brands started producing copies or give the design a little twist. I personally find the original Givenchy Dog T-Shirt way too expensive, even though I love it. That's why I'd rather have a knock-off or a twisted design instead!

H&M Kanye West Top: Speaking of Kanye West, I saw this top with his face on it in H&M the other day, I was hesitating to buy and eventually left the store without it. I now regret it, even though I'm not this 'huge' fan of Kanye West, I like him though. :) I really do love the way he's pictured on the top.

Forever 21 Crop Top: CROP TOPS. Why can't I find them? Literally nowhere. And because of that, I decided to finally go online. I discovered Forever 21 has a lot of them. I went all crazy scrolling through the pages, until I discovered they didn't have size XS or S in stock. *Sigh*...

ROMWE GIYONGCHY Muscle Tee: This top just appeals to me, it's simple but very fashionable at the same time. Fits perfect with the monochrome trend (which is perfect for me, I love black and white, heh.)


2. H&M Aztec Shorts: I'm in love with aztec prints! I don't have any shorts yet so this is definitely a wishlist item for me.

Etsy Studded Shorts: Studs added to a piece of clothing always create this 'rock' feeling, and I love that! I saw these on Etsy, obviously they are easy to make yourself, with some tutorials on Youtube I just might do it :)

Etsy Galaxy Shorts: Stars, the galaxy, lovin' it. It's so unique, and looks very good on most types of clothing! I especially like galaxy shorts because shorts, obviously, only cover a small part of your legs. This way the print won't be like BAM, right into your eyes. I like to play it safe with these kind of prints.
~(I want to DIY all three shorts! Giving your personal twist to something makes it even more unique)


3. New Look Creepers: Creepers, oh these shoes. Everyone has them, I want them too. I don't really feel like paying €70 for shoes, so it took me a while to find a cheaper pair. I actually did find cheaper ones which I'll be ordering soon! So be prepared because I know for sure I'll wear them a lot!

H&M Open Heels: When I was at H&M the other day, I saw these lovelies. They are so cute, aren't they? Perfect for summer!

Timberlands: Now, Timberland shoes (and the JC Lita's as well) are quite expensive. It would be amazing if I could get my hands on some real ones, but there's nothing wrong with a knock-off, either. I must go on the hunt for them, ha!

Jeffrey Campbell Lita's: You like them, or you don't. It's one way or another. The Lita's are kind of chunky, but I like that about them. They're different, and outstanding. Suuuper expensive though, but worth the money, from what I've heard.

Kisses, SJ.

OOTD - A Place To Hide

Sweater - Second Hand Shop // Tank top - H&M // Shorts, Tights, Shoes - Primark

“Happiness is a warm puppy.”

 Meet my dog, Blue! He's a 6 year old Border Collie x Stabyhoun x Golden Retriever.
Yesterday I went to the field where I let him off the leash. I took my camera with me because I wanted some action shots of him. I want to study different dog breeds and how they move, because I wanna get back to drawing again!
Hope you like these pictures :)

Photo Diary #1 : Barcelona

Hey darlings,

Finally! Barcelona's Photo diary is up. I am sorry it took so long, but the school life and stress took over again.
Anyway I hope you enjoy this, and get an image of all the beauty there is to be seen in Barcelona

SJ x