tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35712149447558589682024-03-16T07:08:49.372+00:00Tales of ThaliaAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04736371738602007213noreply@blogger.comBlogger326125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571214944755858968.post-31250641992480572172015-09-30T12:30:00.000+01:002015-09-30T12:30:00.788+01:00An Open Letter to my Childhood Best Friend <div style="text-align: justify;">
To my childhood best friend,</div>
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First of all, you know who you are. For a lot of my childhood I felt quite out of place, and you were the one person that made me feel that little bit more...'normal'. So this is for you. I honestly could not thank you enough.</div>
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I look back on childhood memories with you with such fondness, y'know. </div>
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When I met you, aged four, I never knew how much of an impact you would make on my life. Luckily for me, you turned out to be my closest friend for a decade. You were one of the two people back home who I remained in constant contact with when I moved to India, and to this day I genuinely don't know what I would have done without you during that time. I'd look forward to going on MSN all day, going on webcam (which was <i>all</i> the rage back then) and having Mum telling me off for staying up too late. Our online catch ups were a blend between us <i>genuinely</i> trying to catch up, and a competition against the ever-inconvenient time difference. The day after I moved back home, when I saw you again, it was like nothing had changed. I'd moved six thousand miles away for two years and yet when we saw each other again, it felt like I'd never left. That instant feeling of acceptance after a difficult couple of years was just...unbeatable. Completely indescribable. </div>
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I recall when you struggled to write back when we were first learning how to do so, and we used to share a chair so I could hold your hand to guide the way. In return, you'd keep me company, telling jokes that only the two of us found vaguely funny. I remember vividly this time when were eight or nine when we were making a leaflet for elderly people and decided that the only thing that would appeal to them is the offer of apple juice. I don't know why we found that so funny at the time, but it has stayed with me over the years as one of the happiest memories from my childhood.</div>
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When were seven years old and moved house, and I begged your mum to keep you at our school. Somehow she said yes, despite the fact you lived down the road from a new one. I was chuffed to bits the day I found out you were staying. I would have been seriously unlucky to lose close contact with you at that age, as I don't know what I would have done over the following few years without you. </div>
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A few years later, when we were ten years old, for some unknown reason we entered the school talent show with a couple of our close friends. Half of contestants on the show sang Leona Lewis' ever-lasting (and at that time, newly released) tune <i>Bleeding Love</i>, whilst our rendition of Hannah Montana's <i>Nobody's Perfect</i> somehow got us second place, which was rather fitting considering it was far from well...perfect. I'd been a shy and introverted kid at school for eight years and you, along with the other two girls, encouraged me to go for something and tackle something I was afraid of - performing in front of other people, and more significantly, rejection. That feeling of being scared to death for those three painfully long minutes will never leave me, but neither will the sense of relief when it was all done and dusted, <i>voilà</i>, never to be endured again. </div>
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I don't want to say we've lost contact completely, but we haven't seen each other for a couple of years now and I definitely feel a you-shaped void in my life. We've both changed and evolved so much, yet through everything you've been one of the most supportive people in my life and well, I'm grateful for your existence.<br />
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You deserve the absolute world.</div>
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I miss you.</div>
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Thalia</div>
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P.S my 'moral' of the story is appreciate the people you have and don't let them go. You can go two, five, ten years without seeing people, but if they're a good'un nothing will change. Make the most of all of the special people you meet. </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04736371738602007213noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571214944755858968.post-59833025754129102552015-09-23T20:00:00.000+01:002015-09-23T23:27:38.658+01:0021 First Day of University Thoughts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: black;">So a couple of days ago I started university. I don't want to
speak too soon but so far it's been fab - better than expected, even. The
people are lovely and I'm in that </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 19.5px; text-align: left;">~</span>place<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 19.5px; text-align: left;">~</span> at the moment when I'm just
elated that a) I somehow even got into uni and b) chuffed to bits that I'm
spending my time studying a subject that<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><i>I</i><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>want to study, as opposed to English
Lit (which I was advised to study <i>so</i> many times by<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><i>so<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></i>many people over the past few
years!) Freshers week has been a slightly unusual experience as a student who doesn't drink much (correction: hardly anything), isn't huuuuge on
partying and doesn't live in student accommodation, but I'll touch on all of
those things at a later point. All in all, it has been such an interesting
experience so far and I'm looking forward to what is coming up in the next few
months.</div>
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<span style="color: black;">Trying to capture my thoughts in the present as opposed to in a
month or so, here's a lil' list of what on earth was going through my mind on
Monday. There's 21 listed as I y'know, wouldn't<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><i>mind</i><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>getting a 2:1 at the end of this
experience and (more importantly) I couldn't really think of any more
'thoughts', as ironic as that sounds.</span><br />
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<li>Nervous.
Don't be nervous. But my gosh I'm nervous.</li>
<li>I<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><i>hate</i><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>the Northern line. Why did anyone think
the branches were a good idea/easy to navigate?? </li>
<li>I hope I'm
not the only Londoner.</li>
<li>I believe I
am the only person here from London. </li>
<li>Literally<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><i>everyone</i><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>is from such a cool place and I have
travelled from the not-so-awesome territory that is zone 4 suburbia.</li>
<li><i>Obviously</i><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>it had to rain on the first day. Bloody
brilliant.</li>
<li>Why would<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><i>anyone</i><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>construct a building in the shape of a
triangle? I'm so lost. I'm standing here, lost, thinking about how lost I
am. </li>
<li>YASSS they
sell pizza. I have made a wise life choice in coming here.</li>
<li>Oi that pizza
was bloody delicious. Three slices has me feeling satisfied, albeit a bit on the
stuffed side.</li>
<li>I really hope
I'm not the shortest one there.</li>
<li>Y'know I
could try out some sports? I might as well?</li>
<li>Having <i>seen</i> a few of the sporty students, I
definitely think I'll give this sport thing a go.</li>
<li>Cheerleading
without pom poms and chants? Wicked. </li>
<li>I've never
been naturally athletic, but whatever, I'll try out some rock climbing. Nothing
could <i>possibly</i> go wrong.</li>
<li>I couldn't
have possibly stuck a worse landing from that. Climbing's alright, <i>I guess,</i> abseiling, however, is another
thing altogether. My landing was so crap it received a giggling response from
the people below. Fab. </li>
<li>I. Can't.
Breathe. Rock climbing is deceiving. Far harder than it looks to the outsider.
I’ll use my asthma as an excuse, it’s okay.</li>
<li>I'm not sure
if I regret taking a free backpack or not.</li>
<li>Correction -
I definitely regret that decision.</li>
<li>Not the most
helpful thing when you go to someone wearing a student ambassador top to ask
where something is and they tell you to "walk down this corridor and at
the end you'll find a bunch of people wearing red tops. Ask one of them."</li>
<li>It's so weird
that for years all throughout secondary school people yap on about uni like
there's no tomorrow and then one day it's like<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><i>shit, I'm here</i>. </li>
<li> Fingers crossed this year is a good’un.</li>
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Thalia</div>
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white shirt <b>new look</b> <i>(<a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/tops/white-double-pocket-long-sleeve-shirt_327358610">link</a>)</i> <span style="background-color: white; line-height: 20px;">•</span> ripped jamie jeans <b>topshop</b> <i>(<a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/clothing-427/jeans-446/jamie-skinny-jeans-4300112/moto-ripped-jamie-jeans-4058566?bi=20&ps=20">link</a>)</i> <span style="background-color: white; line-height: 20px;">•</span> small grey bag <b>h&m</b> <span style="background-color: white; line-height: 20px;">•</span> black desert boots <b>clarks</b> <i>(<a href="http://www.clarks.co.uk/p/26107162">link</a>)</i> <span style="background-color: white; line-height: 20px;">•</span> nails <b>rimmel</b> <i>midnight rendezvous</i> <span style="background-color: white; line-height: 20px;">•</span> watch <b>casio silver mini</b> <i>(<a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/Casio-Ladies-Digital-LA670WA-Silver/dp/B000LQHWUY">link</a>)</i> <span style="background-color: white; line-height: 20px;">•</span> ring <b>river island</b> <i>(<a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/bags-accessories-1702216/jewellery-469/rings-675/mini-cut-out-midi-ring-4317131?bi=0&ps=200">similar</a>)</i></div>
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Before I purchased this shirt about a month ago I question how I lived on a day-to-day basis without it in my wardrobe. A casual white shirt is just one of those essentials that everyone needs, y'know? Versatile, comfy and easy to dress up...an absolutely killer combo in my eyes. The one I'm wearing was a steal at fifteen quid from New Look, but there are so many options out there to choose from. There's another couple of options below that I could <i>easily</i> encourage me to click 'Buy' if I wasn't <strike>desperately</strike> trying to stick to a student budget.<br />
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<a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/tops/white-double-pocket-long-sleeve-shirt_327358610">new look</a> <span style="background-color: white; line-height: 20px;">•</span> <a href="http://www.asos.com/Oasis/Oasis-White-Tencel-Shirt/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5617819&cid=4169&Rf989=6242&Rf-200=5&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=204&sort=-1&clr=White&totalstyles=61&gridsize=3">oasis</a> <span style="background-color: white; line-height: 20px;">•</span> <a href="http://www.missselfridge.com/en/msuk/product/clothing-299047/tops-299061/shirts-blouses-299160/ivory-twill-utility-shirt-4467476?bi=1&ps=20">miss selfridge</a></div>
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Outfit-wise I've gone for a super comfy vibe, pairing the shirt with my favourite (and probably over-worn) pair of ripped jeans and my new pair of desert boots that I <i>somehow</i> got for free through work. Working in retail can have some benefits, you know! This is the sort of thing I shove on everyday, very simple in terms of colour scheme but well...I like it. And no matter what impression you may get from the media/other people, as long as <i>you</i> like the outfit you're wearing, that's <i>all</i> that matters. Rant/motivational speech aside, I'm absolutely obsessed with this piece and couldn't recommend a casual white shirt more.<br />
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Now the challenge is to see how many ways I can wear it before the English weather inevitably becomes too cold/miserable/yuck to wear anything other than huge coats and jumpers...British gals, I know you'll feel the pain.<br />
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ThaliaAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04736371738602007213noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571214944755858968.post-20743564400240115472015-09-20T14:16:00.002+01:002015-09-20T14:37:53.344+01:00The Relaunch<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Why hello there!<br />
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Whether you're an old reader from my <i>fashion galaxies xo</i> days, a new reader, a family member or a friend, hello there - I'm so chuffed you've somehow stumbled upon my new site.<br />
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I've been wanting to properly relaunch this online space for about a year now, but wanted to truly put in some time and effort into it as opposed to continuing making content I was only 60-70% satisfied with. I'm a complete perfectionist, so a half effort was never really an option for me! I'm going into an exciting time of my life at the moment - I finished my A Levels back in June and now I'm just a day away from starting university. Honestly, I think there's no better time for a fresh start.<br />
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Tales of Thalia is a space that will evolve with me as I tackle the next few years head-on, featuring a mix of lifestyle, fashion, beauty and travel posts. I've been blogging on a regular basis since I was fourteen (you can read more about my blogging history <a href="http://www.talesofthalia.com/p/about-me.html">here</a>) and never plan on giving it up completely. It's reached a stage when I can't really imagine not doing it, and the past six months I've been off studying/sitting exams/working my butt off I've missed the positive and productive feeling blogging gives me.<br />
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I won't continue rambling on for too much longer so all I will say is that I'm looking forward to the future and what I have in store for you!<br />
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leopard print dress <b>topshop</b> <i><a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?searchTerm=leopard+dress&storeId=12556&productId=17796885&urlRequestType=Base&categoryId=&langId=-1&productIdentifier=product&catalogId=33057">link</a></i> | black biker boots <b>topshop</b> | black biker jacket <b>miss selfridge</b> | black shoulder bag<b> dorothy perkins</b> | <u>nails</u>: barry m <b>vintage purple</b> | purple earrings <b>vintage</b></div>
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Over the past three and a bit years of blogging on here I've made it pretty clear that I freaking <i>love </i>a good bargain. I pride myself in my ability to find them. Oh, and they never lose their excitement. That's the thing about fashion for me..I adore it, but my wallet doesn't. It doesn't take long into the pay month for my wallet to feel the wrath of fashion, and considering I'm a student working part time in retail it's not as if my wallet had much to show off about in the first place. <i>Anyway</i>, this leopard print dress from Topshop was originally £40 and when I tried it on a couple of months' back in my fave Toppers branch (Knightsbridge, FYI) I just knew I loved it. But at £40 I let it go, thinking that at the end of the pay month I'd grab it for £30 with my Arcadia staff discount (which has since expired, RIP my baby). But no. I didn't even need to go that far. About a month ago Mum and I were in the flagship branch in Oxford Circus and I grabbed it for a mere £15 as it was on sale for £20. It's moments like those, when you're rummaging through the sale section <i>desperately </i>clinging on to that last ounce of patience <i>et voila!</i> you find the one. The one you've been looking for all along. So thanks, leopard print dress. You may not be very typically 'me', but you make me feel empowered as ever so for that I am hella grateful.</div>
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And on that note of empowerment I simply need to mention - Happy International Women's Day! Ladies, let's keep rocking this world like you wouldn't even believe.</div>
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blue oversized blouse <b>Rokit - vintage</b> | washed black a-line skirt <b>asos</b> <i><a href="http://www.asos.com/asos-petite/asos-petite-a-line-denim-skirt/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=4337069&clr=Black&SearchQuery=petie+a+line+denim+skirt&SearchRedirect=true">link</a></i> | croc shoulder bag <b>asos</b> <i><a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-croc-shoulder-bag-with-short-chain-strap/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=4063878&clr=Multi&SearchQuery=croc+shoulder+bag&pgesize=3&pge=1&totalstyles=3&gridsize=3&gridrow=1&gridcolumn=2">link</a></i> | black cut out boots <b>new look</b> | watch <b>silver casio mini </b>| earrings <b>lovisa - Australia</b> | <u>nails</u>: m&s <b>city grey</b> + barry m <b>matte top coat</b> | <u>lips</u>: collection lip butter in <b>perfect plum </b></div>
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I freaking<i> love</i> March. This year it looks like it is going to be a good'un. I have my 18th among the birthdays of numerous friends of mine, which is always fun. Any excuse to buy a cheesy card and write a mini essay about how much I appreciate my friends (yes, I am <i>that</i> friend that gets all sentimental on birthdays). I'm also going to see Paloma Faith with the rents and Sam Smith (!!!!!) with one of my besties Kate so all in all I am buzzzzzzing. January and February were slow brewers for me but this month looks like it'll be memorable.</div>
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On other positive notes, I've started my new job and so far I'm enjoying the new challenge. Whilst I still work in retail, this job is a lot more hands-on and fast paced so is a bit more exciting than my previous one (however it is also v. tiring and 2 flights of stairs have to be conquered quickly on a regular basis, something I'm really going to have to get used to). On the topic of exercise, I went to my first spin class ever with my two close friends Sophia and Tara and <i>breaking news</i>: we didn't die, so I guess that is a very good thing. I'm still a lil' shocked about how freaking hard the saddle was (honestly though, it was <i>painfully</i> hard) and my thighs aren't really loving me today, let's just say. The ache will be worth it - one of my 2015 goals was to exercise more and although I've left it a couple of months to start, better late than never,<i> eh</i>? Academically, sixth form is getting really quite difficult but fortunately I did better than I thought I would in my mocks and I think if I continue putting in the effort now I should get into uni come August! I know I've said this before but I'm still a bit blown away by how weird it is that I'm leaving school in a matter of months forever. I doubt it will really hit until the day I leave and then I'll be like '<i>Damn. There's a big wide world out there that I'm yet to see</i>'. Don't get me wrong though, by no means am I dreading it. I'm excited for new starts and I'm ready to hit the ground running.</div>
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long sleeve grey crop top (worn underneath) <b>american apparel</b> <i><a href="http://store.americanapparel.co.uk/cotton-spandex-jersey-long-sleeve-crop-top_8379">link</a></i> | black polo neck dress <b>new look</b> similar | tall boots <b>new look</b> <a href="http://www.asos.com/new-look/new-look-bert-biker-knee-high-flat-boots/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=4265141&clr=Black&SearchQuery=knee+high+black+boots&pgesize=36&pge=1&totalstyles=64&gridsize=3&gridrow=11&gridcolumn=3"><i>similar</i></a> | earrings <b>topshop</b> | 'mermaid' sequin bag <b>topshop</b> | <u>nails</u>: barry m <b>vintage purple</b> </div>
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You know when you just nip into Topshop for a quick browse, justifying it as 'killing time' and don't plan on getting anything? Well, needless to say, this beautiful blue/green sequin bag was one of<i> those</i> purchases. Sitting neatly on the sale shelf in my fave Topshop branch (Knightsbridge, FYI) for a mere fifteen pounds, it called my name. It's small enough to sit firmly in the 'bring only the essentials' category but large enough to <i>actually</i> fit the essentials in. The silver chain is a very decent length considering I'm only 5"2 and chain bags regularly sit half way down my thigh, not looking all that flattering.</div>
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forest green crepe polo top <b>topshop</b> <i><a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?searchTerm=crepe+top&storeId=12556&productId=18166570&urlRequestType=Base&categoryId=&langId=-1&productIdentifier=product&catalogId=33057">link</a></i> | black zip coated skinny jeans <b>cotton on - Australia</b> <i><a href="http://cottonon.com/AU/p/cotton-on-women/izzy-zip-coated-jean/2023848801101.html">link</a> / <a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?searchTerm=coated+jeans&storeId=12556&productId=17936554&urlRequestType=Base&categoryId=&langId=-1&productIdentifier=product&catalogId=33057">UK alternative</a></i> | croc shoulder bag <b>asos</b> <i><a href="http://www.asos.com//ASOS/ASOS-Croc-Shoulder-Bag-with-Short-Chain-Strap/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=4063878">link</a></i> | new balance 410 grey<b> schuh</b> <i><a href="http://www.schuh.co.uk/womens/new-balance-410-microfiber-grey-and-navy-trainers/1977215260/">link</a></i> | watch <b>silver casio mini</b> | spike earrings <b>forever 21</b> |<b> </b><u>nails</u>: m&s <b>city grey</b> + barry m <b>matte top coat</b><br />
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They say money doesn't equal happiness, I get that. Not that I assume I'll ever earn enough money to truly put that to the test, but I know that with high-earning jobs come high levels of stress. Now I don't make much money at all, and fortunately, this top didn't cost much, yet it has taught me something very important. As silly as it sounds, clothes make me ridiculously happy. I just <i>love</i> them. The feeling of a Topshop carrier bag filled with new things is overwhelmingly positive (<i><u>note</u></i>: approximately 4% negative, as with any purchase comes a tinge of 'I <i>probably</i> shouldn't have done that'). Now, when I buy clothes that I love, I wear them until they die, denying that the small holes and signs of wear that form are significant enough to stop wearing the items altogether.</div>
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Nothing, I repeat, <i>nothing</i> beats them when they're at their freshest. The first wear, you know it's looking (and more importantly, feeling) fab as anything. You give it a debut to the outside world, whether this be outside the precincts of your home or in my case, a) sixth form or b) this thing I call my blog that you happen to be reading from right at this very moment. Every once in a while I find something that gives me the same amount of happiness the eighty-fourth time I wear it as it's initial wear. I have a feeling that this top may just fall into that exclusive category (along with my beloved <a href="http://www.asos.com/search/denim-a-line-skirt?hrd=1&q=denim+a+line+skirt">asos a-line denim skirts</a> I wear at least once a week without fail and my <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/like/290820947497?limghlpsr=true&hlpv=2&ops=true&viphx=1&hlpht=true&lpid=108&chn=ps&device=c&adtype=pla&crdt=0&ff3=1&ff11=ICEP3.0.0-L&ff12=67&ff13=80&ff14=108">silver casio mini watch</a> that has been my partner in crime since I was fifteen). </div>
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So there you go - an ode to my new favourite shirt: possibly the comfiest thing I own, equipped with a seasonally-appropriate polo neckline and finished in a stunning forest green shade. I'd be lying to you if I said the <a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?searchTerm=long+sleeve+crepe++polo+top&storeId=12556&productId=18166722&urlRequestType=Base&categoryId=&langId=-1&productIdentifier=product&catalogId=33057">truffle coloured version</a> isn't next on my shopping list.</div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">I mentioned in <u><a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2015/02/roll-neck-jumper-sort-of-day.html">my last post</a></u> that I went to see Somerset House's Mapping The City exhibition the other day and loved it. Naturally, I took a bunch of photos to remember my favourite pieces as well as the whole day in general. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">The exhibition closes this Sunday, on the 15th, so if you're interested in anything cartography-related, be quick! I know you'll love it just like I did.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">The entrance to this exhibition was a different one to the ones I've used before, the River terrace entrance, tucked behind the back with a prime view of the '<i>behind-the-scenes'</i> of Somerset House. The spiral staircase probably excited me <i>way</i> more than it should have, but what can I say...<i>I love 'em</i> and this one was<i> so</i> cute, tucked away in the myriad of old Neoclassical and Victorian-era structures.</span> </div>
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The exhibition's accompanying guide was a huge, folded A2 compilation of all of the necessary details as well as Art History-like descriptions of symbolism, meaning and all of that fancy pants artsy stuff I've never <i>quite</i> got my head around. Cleverly, the numbered pieces were linked together based on medium and theme, communicated in a coloured key.</div>
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<b style="background-color: white;">Barcelona | Sixe Paredes (ES) | 2013</b></div>
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This piece was one of my absolute favourites, depicting Barcelona with geometric shapes in the bright colours I'd expect to see in the Catalonian capital. I'm not all that knowledgeable on art, so the conclusion I'll come to on this is that it would make a hella nice screensaver. <i>Amirite?</i></div>
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<b style="background-color: white;">Copenhagen | HuskMitNavn (DN) | 2013</b></div>
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Copenhagen shown in one of the smartest ways possible, in my opinion. This one takes a little bit of thinking, processing and <i>that </i>inevitable head shift as you try and get your head around some of the letters. Regardless, this piece is awesome, with striking lines and flowing continuity.</div>
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<b style="background-color: white;">West Virginia / Chicago & Vicinity / Boston & Vicinity | Brad Downey (US) | 2014 </b></div>
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Something I particularly liked about the exhibition was linking some of the pieces to places I'd visited. The piece on the right shows Bangkok, and <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/08/thalia-in-thailand-1-bewildered-in.html">having been there last year</a> I felt a connection to this one. Physically huge in size, I was taken back by the attention to deta<span style="background-color: white;">il Swoon </span>put in, despite how the details were not necessarily tiny drawings. Huge yet intricate, and a wonderful equilibrium of these two elements. </div>
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A standout piece in my eyes - the bottom map in the trio. <span style="background-color: white;">Brad Downey</span> has a way of thinking about maps that absolutely blows my mind. Now as a self-confessed map obsessive, nothing fascinates me more than analysing the little back streets and how cities come together. Flipping it upside down and somehow creating an image that <i>actually</i> looks like something is on a completely different level though. <i>Wow</i>. </div>
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<b style="background-color: white;">Mi mundo / Meine Welt | Martin Tibabuzo (AR) | 2013</b></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">Perhaps the piece I'd seen the most coverage/Instagram snaps of beforehand was this one by Argentinian artist Martin Tibabuzo. Now this isn't <i>strictly</i> geographically accurate, however the details were remembered before being drawn as part of a test after he began to lose his memory. Can we just take a moment to appreciate that please?! The detail is exquisite and considering it was done without reference to any other maps or images, I'm blown away. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">The only issue I had with this is how high up it was - <i>seriously,</i> you should have seen me desperately stretching/tip-toeing trying to get a view of the top. Alas, I never quite saw how England was drawn, but from seeing the rest of this I highly doubt it was disappointing. </span></div>
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Buenos Aires, a city I adored // My previous country of residence - India</div>
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An attempt to see England // my favourite country on Earth - Australia</div>
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<b>Mapping the City - details online <i><u><a href="http://www.somersethouse.org.uk/visual-arts/mapping-the-city">here</a></u></i></b></div>
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Have you ever visited Somerset House? Being one of my absolute favourite places to visit in London, it's on my recommendation list for anyone that ever visits my home city. As I mentioned <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2015/02/roll-neck-jumper-sort-of-day.html">in my previous post</a>, it covers all things art/fashion/photography as well as London Fashion Week twice a year, so whenever you visit you'll never be at a loss.</div>
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blue roll neck jumper <b>dorothy perkins </b>(<i><a href="http://www.dorothyperkins.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?searchTerm=roll+neck+jumper&storeId=12552&productId=16472572&urlRequestType=Base&categoryId=&langId=-1&productIdentifier=product&catalogId=33053">link</a></i>) | black joni jeans <b>topshop</b> (<a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/moto-black-joni-jeans-3486787"><i>link</i></a>) | black shearling coat <b>mango</b> | grey chelsea boots <b>dorothy perkins</b> | black backpack <b>new look</b> (<a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/bags-and-purses/black-box-zip-front-metal-trim-backpack_320400001?isRecent=true"><i>link</i></a>) | watch <b>casio</b> | rings <b>h&m</b> | earrings <b>Camden Market</b><br />
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<i>Well hello there.</i> I'm aware it's been a little while that I've been absent from this space. Now I'm a firm believer that nobody should have to apologise for their absence, seeing as every blogger has ultimate control of their own space, and let's be honest, we all have hundreds of other things out there that collectively work to use up our time. But however I do apologise for temporarily abandoning you guys without warning. It's been long, but I'm here to start making up for it.</div>
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The past five weeks have been a bit <i>merh</i> if I'm honest - I've never been a fan of January, seeing as it combines the notorious post-Christmas blues with dismal weather and a severe lack of any sunlight. Oh, and a hella lot of rain. <i>Thanks</i>, England. A lil' while back I endured <i>that</i> Winter cold that I think hit everyone I know, and<i> boy</i> did I feel it. Goodbye voice for five days. I never realised how much I took having a voice/the ability to express myself vocally for granted until it was gone. That sounds dramatic, I know. But it sucks and everyone that's whispered to their mate in hope of getting their attention (and has subsequently failed at doing so) will understand quite how real the struggle is. Mock exams were last week and it is really starting to hit me that in four and a half months (!!!) I will be done with school forever. Oh, and I turn eighteen next month. Life is literally flying by and I'm not quite sure how I feel about this. On the bright side, I got a new job and as of a couple weeks' time, I will no longer have to trek outside the M25 to get to work.<b>*celebrates*</b> I'm both excited at the thought of a new workplace and challenges as well as the prospect of no longer having to handle South West Trains on Sundays. I promise you I will not miss that at <i>all</i>.</div>
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<i>Anyway</i>, life essay over and onto the undoubtedly more interesting aspect of this post, the clothes. The roll neck jumper was a recent purchase from Dorothy Perkins, who with their online sales combined with their cheeky 'extra 15% off deal' enabled me to pick up this pale blue beauty for less than 8 quid. I've been searching for warm jumpers for <i>so</i> long considering the perpetual English winter, and this one will seriously do for the time being. Their petite section is going from strength to strength at the moment, but I say this with caution: for anything I want even <i>vaguely</i> oversized, ordering at least 3 sizes up is the only way to go. I've worn this black shearling coat from Mango so many times in the past few months as <i>a)</i> it is black so naturally goes well with approximately 99% of the things I own and <i>b) </i>it is so comfy oh my goodness can we just appreciate the softness for a second please. Wow. Oh, and it only cost £13 in the ASOS sale last year. I have an affinity for ASOS, as well as the patience to scramble through pages and pages of items until I find '<i>the one'</i>. Needless to say, this coat fit the bill just fine. </div>
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Topshop's black Joni jeans have arguably been stuck to my legs since the day I bought them, I <i>must</i> wear them at least 1-2 times a week. The fabric is so sturdy in comparison to the other Joni variations, and still looks decent despite the fading pushing them into the category of '<i>charcoal with white detailing on the knees</i>'. If you've read my blog before you may have seen these grey Chelsea boots pop up - they're comfy and a bit different to the typical black ones, and also fit the void of my black pair as they're a bit muddy/old/loved beyond repair. Operation salvage my favourite boots commence?! This awesome black backpack is a recent addition to my wardrobe from New Look and I have been absolutely loving it lately. It's big enough to fit the essentials in whilst small enough to teach me that excessive daily bag packing is not the way forward. I haven't worn a backpack in years and in a way it feels liberating to have my hands/arms free of heavy bags and that ache that inevitably forms on a daily basis. If only it were little bigger and could fit some of my school folders in, I would be converted and 100% #teambackpack. </div>
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These photos were taken at Somerset House, one of my favourite places in London. Not only is it where LFW is held twice a year, it also holds so many incredible art/fashion/photography exhibitions throughout the year that are either free or reasonably priced. I dragged Mum along to see the Mapping The City exhibition, which being all about cartography excited my inner Geography/maps nerd <i>so</i> much. I'll be writing about it in the next couple of days so do look out for that!</div>
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That's all for now but before I leave you, I'm just going to take a moment to show you how beautiful my mumma is. I posted about her before (blog post <i><a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2013/08/somerset-house-mummy-galaxies-xo.html">here</a></i>), coincidentally also at Somerset House, and since I published it in August 2013 it has become one of my most-read posts. The power of mummy galaxies xo is evidently strong, I can tell.</div>
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If this post goes up when I'd like it to and I've scheduled it successfully, right now I'm back at sixth form for the first time since Christmas break and probably hiding in the library with the fattest Geography textbook you could ever possibly imagine. Ah, <i>A-Levels</i>. Can't say I've missed ya. Can't say I'm not excited to be done with you as of Friday 19th June at around midday....not that I'm counting. Talking of sixth form, unless my weather app lied to me (as it tends to do) and we've had a downpour, I'll be wearing this exact dress right about now. This dress is one of those essentials I've fallen in love with and have already planned to purchase in other colours come pay day. Comfortable and clean with a lil' edge on the back is what I like to see in a dress. Without coming across as too sales person-y I would massively recommend you all grab one when they're still available...yet to my despair they seem to be going quickly on the website. Situations like this tend to arise when I'm not winning on the money front because, <i>y'know</i>, life of a seventeen-year-old student. Alas, with higher spirits and a pinch of confidence, I'm going to leave you with this:</div>
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<b>I will rock this year. I have faith in myself. Likewise, so will you. I have faith in whoever happens to be reading this.</b> Not reading this from the UK? Hiya! I love seeing the list of countries my daily/weekly/monthly readers are viewing the blog from. You international peoples are fabulous. And as for my Brits/adopted Brits, I adore you, <i>as always</i>.</div>
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<u>P.S</u> - a massive cheers to one of my best blogger friends <a href="http://sophie-said.blogspot.co.uk/">Sophie</a> for taking these photos for me! As I mentioned on here one or two posts ago, she and I had a <a href="http://sophie-said.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/covent-garden-at-christmas.html">catch up in Covent Garden</a> a few days ago and it was lovely. Anyway, my beloved Canon 600D isn't in tip-top shape at the moment and is seeking a visit to the repairs centre so until then I am without it. Here comes Sophie, equipped with her camera and ready to go. Thank you, Sophie. I appreciate your existence a hella lot.</div>
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<u>P.P.S</u> - for the umpteenth time <a href="http://www.talesofthalia.tumblr.com/">I made a tumblr</a> yet this time I think I might stick to it. Got tumblr? Leave me your links :)<br />
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<u>P.P.P.S</u> - as for the title, these outfit photos happened to be taken outside of London Victoria station, whilst receiving questionable stares from a man who was evidently unsure what Sophie and I were doing photographing each other. I couldn't think of anything else tot title this post...<i>sorry not sorry</i>. </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04736371738602007213noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571214944755858968.post-64370745034639495482015-01-01T15:37:00.002+00:002015-01-01T15:37:47.180+00:00third blog birthday & happy new year!<div style="text-align: justify;">
First and foremost -<b> HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!</b></div>
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3 years ago today on the first of January 2012, I wrote <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2012/01/new-years-resolutions-2012.html">my first blog post</a> on here having decided to attempt this blogging thing for a fourth/fifth? time. 314 blog posts later, I'm here celebrating my blog birthday for the third year running. <i>[<a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2013/01/belated-blog-birthday-happy-2013.html">2013</a>/<a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/01/fashion-galaxies-xo-turns-2-happy-new.html">2014</a> celebration posts]</i>. It's a bit mad but I'm so happy I stuck to it. I know loads of people say this, but blogging really has opened doors for me, given me so much more confidence (which quite frankly, I was lacking at 14) and has provided me space to <i>do my thangggg</i> and practice my hopefully-future profession (journalism) on a regular basis.</div>
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I wrote in <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/01/fashion-galaxies-xo-turns-2-happy-new.html">last year's NYD blog post</a> that I saw 2014 as being a filler year in my life and despite that, it turned out pretty awesome. As I mentioned in my <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/2014-highlights.html">2014 highlights post</a>, 2014 saw me meet my idol, Alex Crawford, zip wire through a jungle in Thailand, pass all of my AS exams, become a contributor for Live Mag UK and become an Australian citizen. So not much then. It was a memorable year and I'm determined to make sure 2015 is too.</div>
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This year I will turn 18 and start my adult life, despite unfortunately still looking 13/14ish. On the condition that I pass my A-Level exams this summer (something I am working really hard to do), I'm finishing secondary education forever. Finishing school after being there for a 15 years is going to be weird and scary but I am so excited for it. I've loved the past eighteen months of sixth form and I well and truly hope the next six months there continues positively.</div>
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<i><u>I couldn't have a new year's post without a few resolutions/goals, so here they are</u>:</i></div>
- <b>get ABB at A-Level</b>, and as a result, get into university.<br />
- <b>relaunch my blog successfully</b>, which is something I'm really excited about. This space is changing so do look out for that!<br />
- <b>start learning how to drive</b>, which is something I'm nervous about yet I know I have to do.<br />
- <b>pass my driving theory test</b>, as I can at least work to get the first step of driving done and dusted.<br />
- <b>travel somewhere I've never been before</b>, a goal of mine every year.<br />
- <b>exercise more frequently</b>: I'm not making any promises about specific quotas per week but I am going to try and commit to exercise more than I did last year. Which quite frankly, wasn't a lot.<br />
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- I didn't read nearly as much as I should have...I think I read 6/7 books, which is shocking. I still need to work on that.<br />
- I didn't blog more consistently, something I'm disappointed about, however I've been putting more effort into individual posts so I've improved in that way. <i>Quality over quantity</i>, as they say...<br />
- I have become way less critical of myself over the past year, there's no doubt about it. I'm well on the way to fully accepting myself so I'm chuffed about that.<br />
- My photography skills have improved thanks to a camera upgrade, but I still don't know what half of the buttons do. I'm determined to know more rather than just the basics to get me by.<br />
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What are <i>your</i> resolutions and goals for 2015?<br />
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Thalia<br />
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2014 was a bit of a slow burner for me but once things picked up around March-ish it started becoming one of the most exciting and eventful years of my life. </div>
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In <b>January </b><a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/01/sibling-outing.html">I dragged my brother out to Madame Tussauds</a>, somewhere we'd both never been to despite spending most of our lives in London. Keir was apprehensive to visit at first (I know for a <i>fact</i> he'd rather spend his spare time Minecrafting) but once I'd convinced him to join me we thoroughly enjoyed it. It's not everyday you can say you had photos taken with the Queen, Beyonce and Barack Obama, <i>is it?</i></div>
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The month of <b>February</b> was seriously cold yet exciting nonetheless as through my lovely blogger friend <a href="http://sophie-said.blogspot.co.uk/">Sophie</a> <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/my-london-fashion-week-experience.html">I went to London Fashion Week</a>. I managed to get a seriously decent seat at Zeynep Tosun's AW14 show in the beautiful Freemason's Hall and also explore around the area with Mum (who then joined me as we ate spaghetti bolognese at Bella Italia, which <i>obviously</i> was a highlight of the month).</div>
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In <b>March</b> <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/seventeen-candles.html">I celebrated my 17th birthday</a>, surrounded by the three people that mean the most to me - my parents and my younger brother, as well as copious amounts of Mexican food. I couldn't really complain. I also hosted my 4th annual house birthday party which has turned into a bit of a tradition and I liked to think it went well. This month also saw my friends and I travel to Snowdonia in North Wales for a Geography fieldtrip. The five days away involved me using dry shampoo as a form of self-defence (I wish I was joking about that), almost being blown off the top of some seriously steep mountains and an absolute tonne of laughs.<br />
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<b>April</b> was a month of highs and lows: <a href="http://instagram.com/p/mfdd2LBwsS/?modal=true">I adored seeing The 1975 at Royal Albert Hall</a> with eight of my best friends. It was an absolute nightmare to organise: the logistics of getting nine people to be in the same place at the same time was a pain in the arse but it worked brilliantly in the end, even if our viewing spot was about as far away from the stage as one could get. Simultaneously we successfully conquered the District line and sung our hearts away with Matty Healy. The same month included the death of my <a href="http://instagram.com/p/tj4AQcBwlM/?modal=true">Grandad</a>, something that still makes me sad when I think about it, however I know he's in a safe place now, and is no longer ill/in pain. </div>
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<b>May</b> was a hard month academically as I had 9/10 of my AS exams, all of which I <i>somehow </i>passed. It also included one of my favourite days of the entire year, when <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/05/queen-elizabeth-olympic-park.html">I dragged the family out to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park</a> in Stratford. The weather was a glorious 23 degrees - any Brit will understand the <i>glorious</i> feeling of it starting to get warm in the summer months - and all four of us had a wonderful time.<br />
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The not overly eventful month of <b>June</b> involved me having an unimpressive 5 days off school post-exams, something that to this day I feel was...<i>insufficient</i>. On a brighter note, June was also the month I attended a Journalism course at City University London and truly realised why I want to study the subject. Later that day I took the tube across the city (and almost melted from heat exhaustion - 29 degrees + the Central line is a mix I <i>wouldn't</i> advise) <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/07/jersey-velvet-and-bit-of-catch-up.html">and took blog photos in Hyde Park</a> with Dad. </div>
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<b>July</b> was the month I'd waited so long for. After 25 months (and many years before that) <i>finally</i> I had decent teeth after getting my braces removed. This month my wonderful best friend <a href="http://instagram.com/rhhheee">Rhea</a> visited London, and that was amazing too - I don't get to see my favourite Indian girl <i>nearly</i> enough. July was also the month that I returned back to my favourite place and second home, Perth, Western Australia, after having not been back for five years. Now anybody that knows me in real life knows how much I care about Aus - I talk about it all the time and adore the country <i>so</i> much. <a href="http://instagram.com/p/mpprT8Bwo3/?modal=true">Having become an Australian citizen</a> (!!!) Only a couple months previously, this month was also the first time <a href="http://instagram.com/p/quX-KKBwpg/?modal=true">I flew using my fresh Aussie passport</a>. I was a <i>very</i> happy girl! Now I did numerous posts when in Australia so I won't yap on too much about the trip in itself, however I will remember one memory in particular - <a href="http://instagram.com/p/rHRq6zhwgJ/?modal=true">going to my first AFL match</a>: Fremantle Dockers vs. Carlton. I didn't think I'd connect with the sport as much as I did and I can say, hands down, it is one of my all-time favourite Aussie memories.</div>
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I continued my travels in <b>August</b>, when I flew from Perth to Bangkok with my Mum and brother and not-so-coincidentally bumped into Dad in Suvarnabhumi airport. This commenced our 12-day Thailand trip: 2 days in the capital, <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/08/thalia-in-thailand-1-bewildered-in.html">Bangkok</a>, 3 days in the gorgeous city of <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/09/thalia-in-thailand-3-chiang-mai-night.html">Chiang Mai</a> and a week in <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/thalia-in-thailand-7-elephants-monkeys.html">Koh Samui</a>, which is probably the nicest place I've <i>ever</i> been to. It was a seriously hectic trip: we <a href="http://instagram.com/p/s0DoqAhwsL/?modal=true">zip wired through the jungle</a>, <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/thalia-in-thailand-7-elephants-monkeys.html">rode on elephants</a> and <a href="http://instagram.com/p/r6jrmbBwjE/?modal=true">sunbathed on Bophut beach</a> - all in all, it was an <i>incredible</i> experience. </div>
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I began my last year of school in <b>September </b>and remembered the serious workload involved in A-Levels. This month also included <a href="http://teenagebeautyblog.blogspot.co.uk/2014/09/london-fashion-week-with-toni-guy.html">round 2 of London Fashion Week</a>, which I managed to attend courtesy of my awesome blogger friend <a href="http://teenagebeautyblog.blogspot.co.uk/">Mia</a>. We went backstage to see all of the hair magic happen at Toni & Guy and saw some gorgeous makeup looks using products by The Body Shop. This visit to LFW was a lot of fun, probably because it had late-summer London vibes in full force (probably my favourite time of the year in the city) and Mia and I bumped into a number of our favourite bloggers - notably, <a href="http://www.arabellagolby.com/">Arabella</a>, <a href="http://beccarose.org/">Becca</a>, <a href="http://shirleyswardrobe.com/">Shirley</a>, <a href="http://www.londons-closet.com/">Shope and Shore</a>. This month I also got to catch up with another bloggy friend, <a href="http://www.lovedbysarah.co.uk/">Sarah</a>, when attending the #bloggersfestival, hosted by the awesome <a href="http://scarlettlondon.com/">Scarlett</a>.</div>
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<b>October</b> was one of the most jam-packed months of 2014 for me. I <i>(legit)</i> dressed up as a tie rack for something-beginning-with-the-first-letter-of-your-name day during the annual fundraising week at sixth form, <a href="https://www.dresscagecity.com/blog/401/cagecity-meets-thalia/">took part in a photoshoot and interview with Cagecity</a> and <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/work-experience-live-mag-uk.html">completed work experience at Live Mag UK</a>. One of the most rewarding things I've done this year <i>hands down</i> is becoming a contributor at <a href="http://www.livemaguk.com/">Live Mag UK</a> - the people there are all absolute babes and <a href="http://www.livemaguk.com/ucas-applications/">having my article published</a> (and therefore go on the front page of their website) was unreal. <i>Unreal.</i> <br />
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In <b>November</b> <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/meeting-idol-alex-crawford.html">I got the chance to meet my idol Alex Crawford</a> and naturally, took the chance with both hands. She was so lovely in real life and to this day I'm still shocked that I even got to witness such an incredible woman in person. I know lots of people fangirl over celebrities/singers etc (and I'm not saying that's a bad thing or that I wouldn't) but this was one of those times when I actively had to put effort in to keep my cool. I learnt so much from her in only an hour and she even signed my book. (!!) Later that day I walked from Shoreditch to Tower Bridge and visited the beautiful installment of the poppies at the Tower of London - something I doubt I'll ever forget. </div>
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To conclude the year, <b>December</b> was on the quiet side however I still thoroughly enjoyed it. Sixth form at Christmas time is a 70:30 combination of huge, stressful deadlines and serious festive fever, and I wouldn't expect it to be any other way. In December <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/christmas-in-london.html">I absolutely loved going to see all of the Christmas lights and window displays with Mum</a>, and <a href="http://sophie-said.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/covent-garden-at-christmas.html">catching up with Sophie in Covent Garden</a> was awesome too.<br />
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What were <i>your</i> 2014 highlights? I'd absolutely love to know what your favourite memories were from this past year.<br />
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<b>Happy New Year - I'll see you in 2015!</b><br />
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Thalia<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04736371738602007213noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571214944755858968.post-4089487868278960502014-12-27T18:03:00.000+00:002014-12-27T18:03:44.824+00:00bottle green tartan<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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black blouse (worn underneath) <b>asos</b> | bottle green frill jumper <b>topshop</b> (<a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33057&storeId=12556&productId=16979821&langId=-1&categoryId=&parent_category_rn=&searchTerm=green%20jumper%20frill&resultCount=1"><i>link</i></a><i> - on sale for £15</i>) | grey studded jeggings <b>pull & bear</b> | black shearling coat <b>mango</b> | black army boots <b>topshop</b> (<a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/shoes-430/boots-460/bruno-lace-up-boots-3575066?refinements=Colour%7b1%7d~%5bblack%5d%5ePrice%7b2%7d~%5b15%7c35%5d&bi=1&ps=20"><i>link</i></a> <i>- on sale for £20</i>) | scarf <b>james pringle weavers/the edinburgh woollen mill</b> | bag <b>dorothy perkins</b></div>
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There's just that <i>something</i> about dark green in Winter. The festive colour of choice for those like myself who shy away from red. So naturally, upon discovering this jumper in the Topshop sale not too long ago, I quickly snapped it up and paired it with one of my three tartan scarves I bought in Scotland last year (<a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2013/09/scottish-tartan.html">and blogged about</a>, of course). Contrasting the feminine frill with some biker boots sounds a bit clever and thought-through but I promise you my mind isn't <i>quite</i> that fashion-forward and the whole girly meets biker vibe didn't even occur to me at the time. But let's just pretend I didn't admit that and that every fashion-oriented move I make is intentional, <i>okay?</i></div>
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Right now I'm enduring <i>that</i> post-Christmas stage that pretty much everyone faces when half of me is unsure of what day of the week it is and the other feels sad at the amount of school work I have to do (yet I choose to ignore for the time being). It's weird because although 2014 has been a year of ups and downs, it has been overwhelmingly positive and probably the best year of my life. Definitely think this is turning into a life rant so I'll draw this to a finish now but alas, I'm going to miss this year because it was a good'un.</div>
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xxx</div>
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I'm a firm believer that there's no place in the world like London when it comes to Christmas. Whilst some lucky ones may be spending the festive season skiing (or sunbathing in the blazing heat if you're one of my family members over in Straya), I'm spending Christmas at home this year. And quite frankly, I couldn't be happier.</div>
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There really is no place at home, and at Christmas time I remember how grateful I am to come from such an awesome city. </div>
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Thalia</div>
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c'est la vie print top <b>topshop - petite</b> (<i><a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsid/product/petite-cest-la-vie-slogan-tee-by-tee-cake-3412835">link</a></i>) | purple biker jacket <b>new look - teens</b> | black smart trousers <b>dorothy perkins - petite</b> (<a href="http://www.dorothyperkins.com/en/dpuk/product/petite-203533/petite-trousers-and-shorts-2864464/petite-satin-crepe-joggers-3558196?refinements=Colour%7b1%7d~%5bblack%5d&bi=1&ps=20"><i>link</i></a>) | watch: silver mini <b>casio</b> (<i><a href="http://www.thewatchhut.co.uk/Casio-Ladies-Silver-Tone-Digital-Watch-LA670WEA+1EF.html">link</a></i>) | grey trainers <b>new balance </b>(<i><a href="http://www.schuh.co.uk/womens/new-balance-410-microfiber-grey-and-navy-trainers/1977215260/">link</a></i>)</div>
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When I bought these trainers around six months ago, I knew in my mind the one outfit I wanted to aim for. Smart casual with a sporty edge. I'm thinking of Alexander Wang's seasonal sporty installments that I when I look at, I'm almost in awe. And then I gaze over Wang's collection on Net-a-Porter and feel a few shed tears roll down my cheek upon checking the prices.</div>
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So I made a point of recreating the sporty vibe my own, considerably cheaper way and over the months have gathered a couple more bits to finish off the look. <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/becoming-trainer-girl.html">I documented my love for my New Balance trainers not that long ago</a>, so I won't bore you with the details about them. But what I will say is that if you're considering getting a pair, don't hesitate any longer and get 'em! They're <i>hands down</i> one of my best purchases of 2014. The trousers were the ending point of a big ol' struggle to find trousers to fit my 5"2 frame ready for a university interview. I'll admit, they're still a <i>tad</i> large, but as they're elasticated at the back I know a quick alteration will fix them for good. I grabbed the C'est La Vie print top from Topshop when in Reading a few weeks ago (<i><u>note</u></i>: Topshop Reading Oracle Centre is the best Toppers branch I have <i>ever</i> set foot in by a long shot. It's got so much more open space than any London branch so do pop in there if you get the chance!) I've worn the purple biker so many times on here as it's been one of my essentials since receiving it on my sixteenth birthday over a year and a half ago. I'm on the lookout for a similar one in another colour - I'm thinking of branching out to the daring extremes of navy or petrol blue. Anyhow, I'll keep you updated on my soon-to-be pilgrimage for a coloured biker jacket, because you know what they say...sometimes, you gotta sacrifice for fashion.</div>
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Thalia</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04736371738602007213noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571214944755858968.post-41600274085964375772014-12-20T16:13:00.000+00:002014-12-20T16:13:31.346+00:00a not-so-small ASOS beauty haul<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The phrase "30% off" really doesn't go unnoticed - I work in retail,<i> for crying out loud</i>. I've learnt to prepare for sales for a while now. And preparing for sales, albeit stressful, is somewhat worthwhile when you see people enjoying them.</div>
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So I paid myself back for these occasions/endless sale-preparations...<i>I guess</i>? That's the justification I'm giving for the time being. To put it quickly and simply - I splurged. Hence the title. In my books, an eight-item spree is a not-so-small beauty haul. I'm usually good and restrict myself to only a couple of things. Also, as a retail worker and student I don't exactly have cash flying left right and centre. But as soon as that discount comes into action I get excited, which leads to inevitable spending. Luckily, this 8-strong collection totalled a mere eighteen Great British Pounds, so for that I am totally not complaining. </div>
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<a href="http://www.asos.com/anatomicals/anatomicals-make-your-scalp-yelp-shampoo-250ml/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2712926&clr=Scalpyelp&SearchQuery=anatomicals+scalp&SearchRedirect=true">Make your scalp yelp! shampoo</a> | <b><a href="http://www.asos.com/Beauty/A-To-Z-Of-Brands/Anatomicals/Cat/pgecategory.aspx?cid=1473">Anatomicals </a></b>| £2.80 </div>
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pink roll neck jumper <strong>dorothy perkins</strong> <em>(</em><a href="http://www.dorothyperkins.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?refinements=Colour%7b1%7d~%5bpink%5d&searchTerm=pink+jumper&storeId=12552&productId=18162669&urlRequestType=Base&categoryId=&langId=-1&productIdentifier=product&catalogId=33053"><em>similar</em></a><em>)</em> | blue denim A-line skirt <strong>asos</strong> <em>(</em><a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-a-line-denim-skirt-in-blue/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=3545934&clr=Blue&SearchQuery=blue+denim+a+line+skirt&pgesize=7&pge=1&totalstyles=7&gridsize=3&gridrow=1&gridcolumn=1"><em>link</em></a><em>)</em> | houndstooth coat <strong>dorothy perkins</strong><em> (</em><a href="http://www.asos.com/Vero-Moda/Vero-Moda-Houndstooth-Jacket/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=4134547&istCompanyId=6f061ed0-7427-4b6c-bb90-987c0bd08468&istItemId=ilmpamptl&istBid=tztx&affid=14173&channelref=google+shopping&utm_source=google&utm_medium=ppc&utm_term=18283950120&utm_content=&utm_campaign=&cvosrc=ppc.google.18283950120&network=g&mobile=&search=1&content=&creative=53983265061&ptid=18283950120&adposition=1o1&gclid=CNiqr8TiysICFSfLtAodzREA8Q"><em>similar</em></a><em>)</em> | black army boots <strong>topshop</strong> <em>(</em><a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/shoes-430/boots-460/bruno-lace-up-boots-3575066?bi=1&ps=20#BVRRWidgetID"><em>link</em></a><em>)</em> | black zipped bag <strong>dorothy perkins</strong> |<u> nails</u>: rimmel <strong>let's get nude</strong> & barry m <strong>matte top coat</strong></div>
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I realise this outfit is approximately 60% identical to my most recent outfit post but as I've mentioned before, when I find the key essentials that I really love, it's a true struggle to get them off me. Alas, this houdstooth coat will probably stay attached to me until the British weather warms up...so say next April/May, <i>perhaps?</i></div>
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I've raved on and on in the past how I am rather fond of a good ol' bargain so here ladies and gents, is my latest bargainous find. These gorgeous and sturdy Doc Marten-like boots from Topshop were a mere 20 quid (which I then later managed to reduce by a fiver - <em>cheers</em>, staff discount card!) They've got a good build - and I realise that sounds somewhat weird, but as soon as I spotted them in Topshop's Brixton branch I knew they'd be hefty enough to last the day and not suffer from too much wear and tear. The inside sole is cushioned and gives that nice bounce when you walk (can't be only me that loves that...<em>right</em>?) So far the only problem I've had with them comes down to a tale of rubbing/slightly harsh interaction with the back of my ankles, but <em>hey</em>, that was inevitable. As you can probably tell from the sheer length of this paragraph, I love 'em, and I'm rather chuffed.</div>
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On another positive note, there's not too long until Christmas (!!!) and crucially, an opportunity to lie in. Saturdays are the only days I have to treat myself to an extra-long kip, however recently I've gone without lie ins and I am missing them big time. I think that's one feature of self-employment I am seriously in awe of. Being your own boss <em>and</em> being able to sleep in? <em>Bliss</em>. For the record: I do understand there's way more to self-employment than that. My beautiful mama runs her own business and <em>my lord</em> does she work her butt off.</div>
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I'm off now to see the latest <em>The Hunger Games</em> release and my oh my I'm excited. I'll be back on here soon with a few too many beauty purchases that erm...'fell' in my ASOS basket during their 30% off beauty sale? It was going to happen, wasn't it. ASOS + sales = inevitable purchases. There really is no stopping me.<br />
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<i> Petite but ready to change the world: the midi heel</i>.</div>
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Black midi heels <b>new look</b> (similar <i><a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/shoe-gallery/view-all-shoes/black-t-bar-block-heels-_324230901">here</a></i>) | dark purple midi heels<b> dorothy perkins</b></div>
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Now now, I know for a fact that we're not all blessed with great height - this is coming from a 5"2.5 girl, and <i>yes</i>, the 'and a half' counts. When it comes to the winter party season we're all after those heels that do a bit more than simply 'doing the job', but in no way does this mean we ever want to sacrifice comfort. So for a long'ol while we've gone to heels with those not-so-secret platforms to reduce the inevitable tension on our tootsies, but what I'm going to argue today is that bigger does not necessarily mean better. Enter the midi heel.</div>
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Marketed as the type of heels for us girls who aren't all too fab at walking in 6-inch counterparts (count me into that club, <i>please</i>), midi heels add the necessary boost of height that doesn't leave you chatting to the necks/torsos of your mates - <i>been there, done that</i>. They're comfy enough to wear all night because you aren't putting ballerina-like pressure on your feet whilst you dance to Christmassy tunes and convince yourself to stay away from the wine. As for how long<i> that</i> lasts, that's down to you. </div>
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Petite girls - embrace being small. It's taken me pretty much my entire childhood and the past few years of my adolescence to accept that being small isn't a bad thing. And only other short people can call you a 'midget'. Otherwise it is most <i>certainly</i> not okay. To the girls with legs far longer than mine that sit on the opposite end of the spectrum, make the most of your height and give yourself a boost without worrying that you'll be far taller than other people. And if you are, you can still rock it.</div>
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So all in all - midi heels are the comfortable alternative to potentially pain-inducing platforms that still look good. Never worry about having to bring <i>those</i> flats with you, you know - the ones that hide in your bag for ninety percent of the night before you sneakily whip them out and breathe a sigh of relief? Yep, those ones. Forget 'em. You've got midi heels now.</div>
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houndstooth coat <b>dorothy perkins</b> (similar <i><a href="http://www.asos.com/vero-moda/vero-moda-houndstooth-jacket/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=4134547&SearchQuery=houndstooth+coat&pgesize=4&pge=1&totalstyles=4&gridsize=3&gridrow=1&gridcolumn=2">here</a></i>) | purple jumper<b> charity shop</b> | denim skirt <b>asos</b> (<i><a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-a-line-denim-skirt-in-blue/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=3545934&SearchQuery=blue+denim+a+line+skirt&pgesize=6&pge=1&totalstyles=6&gridsize=3&gridrow=1&gridcolumn=2">link</a></i>) | black chelsea boots <b>topshop</b> (similar <i><a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-airtime-leather-chelsea-ankle-boots/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=4020555&SearchQuery=black+chelsea+boots&pgesize=36&pge=2&totalstyles=118&gridsize=3&gridrow=3&gridcolumn=2">here</a></i>) </div>
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My gosh it was a mare and a half trying to take decent photographs today. My mum (who is the lucky soul usually <strike>dragged</strike> convinced into taking my photographs) came to the conclusion that in Autumn the natural sunlight can be so freaking deceiving. What looks stunning to the eye can result out in a washed up mess after that shutter clicks, and thus we adventured around our local park looking for photograph-y spots, getting our shoes <i>very</i> muddy in the process. </div>
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As a self-confessed bargain hunter I'm especially proud of this houndstooth coat. It was originally £89 due to being part of DP's 'luxe' range. Then somebody returned it to the branch I work at (<i>a massive cheers</i>, whoever you are) and it went on sale for £45. And then after noticing it was actually in my size - a rare occurrence - I snapped it up with my staff discount on top. I don't know about you, but by the time it dropped down to £33.75, I was <i>all over it</i>. </div>
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Now I'm a bit overwhelmed at the moment, but in the best way possible. It's my favourite month in 2 days (!!!) and I've got an university interview this upcoming Tuesday. An excuse to collect my work together and buy some new interview-appropriate clothes? I was <i>completely</i> up for that. So a smart pair of ankle flats, tailored trousers and a few too many Black Friday purchases afterwards, I'm feeling ready. I'm <i>so</i> excited for December.</div>
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<i>Melbourne, Australia | February 2002</i></div>
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Ever since I was a very young girl, my parents have raised me to love travelling. Now, by<i> no</i> means was this adoration forced. My parents enjoy travelling lots - my Dad has lived in England, Scotland, Canada, Singapore and India, and my Mum's native Australian-ness has meant she's travelled to a fair share of places too. I still remember the day we flew Australia-bound from London Heathrow in 2002. I was four years old, and we were returning to my favourite place in the world. Since then I've been fortunate enough to tick off a number of more countries off my to-visit list, and this list of mine is somewhat ever-growing.</div>
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<i>Buenos Aires, Argentina | December 2012</i></div>
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Travelling has an impact on me that I don't feel when I'm not planning my latest trip or reminiscing on my last one. The word 'wanderlust', expressing a great desire to travel, sums my thoughts up in one word. However, to me, travelling is so many wonderful things rolled together in an eclectic and cultural mix. Here's why I love travelling so much...</div>
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<b>Freedom</b></div>
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Wherever I have visited, regardless of location, I have felt a sense of freedom. Now this varies from place to place, as you would imagine, however there's definitely something about being in an unknown place that makes you feel free. It can be confusing at times, overwhelming to say the slightest - but never in a negative way. </div>
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<i>Koh Samui, Thailand | August 2014</i></div>
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For me this is the most fun of them all. Nothing irritates me more than hearing about people travelling and then not dipping their toes into the foreign culture, which they can do perhaps by eating traditional cuisine or speaking to a local. One of my favourite quotes is "<b>the fool wanders, a wise man travels</b>" as said by Thomas Fuller and I couldn't agree with it more. <i>Sure</i>, spend a considerable amount of time relaxing if you get the chance to go abroad - but pretty please, dedicate a few hours to explore the behind-the-scenes of the place. It deserves it, after all, and it'll probably enrich your mind in ways you won't even believe.</div>
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<i>Bordeaux, France | June 2010</i></div>
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I'm a firm believer that foreign languages are the key to the wider world. And yet, I only speak one language. <i>Hmm</i>. When attending international school I always felt like a bit of a loser because compared to many, I was challenged when it came to foreign languages <i>(<u>translation</u>: the cool kids were bi/tri-lingual, and well..I wasn't)</i>. I love being abroad and overhearing someone chat to their friend or speak on the phone having absolutely no clue what they're talking about. Was it what they ate for lunch yesterday? Was it their latest (horrific) pun that nobody found funny? I'll probably never know. And it's not knowing that makes it so intriguing.</div>
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<i>Chiang Mai, Thailand | August 2014</i></div>
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I'm one hundred percent one of <i>those</i> weird souls who has a strange adoration for airports. Knowing that entering one usually means I'm within a few hours of seeing somewhere different and somewhere new excites me beyond belief. It's reached a stage when I actually rate them - my personal favourite's Singapore Changi (indoor palm trees are a <i>big</i> yes from me) whereas I wasn't such a fan of Bangkok's Don Mueang. Think I'm weird? Part of me doesn't even care. Air travel is my absolute favourite, and I wouldn't have it any other way. </div>
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<i>Vatican City | July 2013</i></div>
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I have uncountable good (and bad) memories from travelling abroad, from my mum being attacked by monkeys in Gibraltar to waiting two hours in Rio's summer heat to visit Sugarloaf mountain...only for it to be so cloudy that the view was nonexistent. You begin to associate memories with a place that stay with you once you've left. Photographs capture the moment, but your memories are what make them complete. You'll miss them and reminisce, and ultimately never regret exploring that new place. Or eating those foods. And on that note, I begin to think about the <i>beautiful</i> beef empanadas I had when in San Antonio de Areco, Argentina. For any South Americans out there who may (although probably won't) be reading this, I am <i>so</i> jealous of you. </div>
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<i>Montevideo, Uruguay | December 2012</i></div>
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<b>CK One</b> | £18.50 for 100ml | The Perfume Shop <i><a href="http://www.theperfumeshop.com/pws/ProductDetails.ice?ProductID=2510">(link)</a></i></div>
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You know those beauty bits that you have on your mental wishlist for more than a while (in this case, <i>literally</i> four years) and then when you finally buy them you wonder <i>what on earth</i> was going on on all of those occasions when you put off getting it, claiming "<i>maybe next time</i>" or "<i>hmm, not now</i>". When I ventured out to Reading earlier this month to catch up with my friend Nadine, I was feeling unusually impulsive when it came to shopping. Now as a blogger I do admit, I love shopping (<i>who doesn't?!</i>) but typically I think about a purchase before making it. My friends would say that because I'm ultra sensible/organised/uptight etc, but it helps me justify my purchases. Needless to say, this justification process wasn't going on when in Berkshire and this was among the bunch of things I picked up that day.</div>
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rust jumper <b>tesco</b> | black a-line denim skirt <b>asos</b> <i><a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-a-line-denim-skirt-in-washed-black/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=3975466&SearchQuery=black+denim+a+line+skirt&pgesize=2&pge=1&totalstyles=2&gridsize=3&gridrow=1&gridcolumn=1">(link)</a></i> | black shearling coat <b>mango</b> | black textured flats <b>new look</b> <i><a href="http://www.asos.com/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=4420225&CTAref=Saved+Items+Page">(link)</a></i> | silver mini watch <b>casio</b></div>
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<i>My goodness</i> it's been a long'ol while since I posted an outfit on here. It was during a moment of deep thought/daydream that I remembered that within my blog name importantly lies the word 'fashion', and so I figured I oughta get my act together. Now don't jump to conclusions - I have been wearing/loving/buying clothes as much as the next girl, yet I've <i>seriously</i> struggled to find the ideal <i>time x place x light </i>combination. Spending every hour of sunlight at sixth form leaves a navy sky upon returning home at the end of the day, as well as a missed opportunity to take pictures. I'm sure every other blogger in the UK/a light-deprived nation will understand. It wasn't that long ago that I used two small focus lights and my bedside lamp in a desperate attempt to photograph <a href="http://fashiongalaxiesxo.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/two-little-lush-pots.html">the two little lush pots that I wrote about not that long ago</a>. Times are hard, and I'm not pleased about it.</div>
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On a less serious/melodramatic note, life is going well at the moment. The whole idea of thinking about life too much feels more philosophical than necessary but I really mean it, things are looking up at the moment and I'm really happy about it. I mentioned recently that I applied to university (and I documented my struggles applying in my Live Mag UK article <a href="http://www.livemaguk.com/ucas-applications/">here</a>) and fortunately, the UCAS/admissions Gods have listened to my calling and responded. I have currently have 3 offers and 2 interviews, and somehow managed to rack up the quintet within the space of a week. However, I did have to wait nearly two weeks to hear anything, so I did feel the pain of the waiting game. Alternatively, one of my best friends got a response in two hours...a record, I think. I'm working hard and feeling so so motivated and just ready to end my time at school with a bang. Or <i>preferably</i>, ABB.</div>
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As for the outfit - I freaking love this skirt. I've said it a million and four times before but I'll say it again, this skirt is simply '<i>the one'</i>. I also own it in <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-a-line-denim-skirt-in-blue/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=3545934&SearchQuery=asos+denim+a+line+skirt&pgesize=12&pge=1&totalstyles=12&gridsize=3&gridrow=3&gridcolumn=2">blue</a> and I always have more colours hopping onto my saved list (<a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-a-line-denim-skirt-in-berry-acid-wash/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=4288630&SearchQuery=asos+denim+a+line+skirt&pgesize=12&pge=1&totalstyles=12&gridsize=3&gridrow=3&gridcolumn=3">berry acid wash</a>, <i>anyone?</i>). It is so comfy, so wearable and is hands down my most worn item of clothing. This rust coloured beauty of a simple jumper is a Tesco find from eons ago (<i><u>correction</u>:</i> probably 3 years ago) and is easily the comfiest thing I own. It came with a matching snood and really is a go-to Autumnal piece. I can just imagine it being the sort of item you'd see in a cute catalogue, with the model artistically throwing leaves into the air and with luscious-looking locks. Needless to say that isn't me for now - I'd get too impatient and receive numerous confused-looking expressions from fellow suburban London dwellers. I'll ramble about the coat another time, and that's a guarantee - I just know this fluffy goodness will be worn non-stop this Winter, and right now I can't get enough of it.</div>
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It's not very often that you get opportunities to meet people that really inspire you. So when they come along, <i>for crying out loud,</i> please take them. I learnt last week that taking those chances is completely and utterly, one hundred percent worth it.</div>
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I got an email from One World Media about six weeks(ish) ago about a day all about foreign reporting careers, which consisted of three mini-seminars/talks. They all looked really interesting - and at £30, was a brilliant deal for such a valuable trio. But one of the three stood out to me - the talk with Sky News' Alex Crawford. She's inspired me <i>big time</i> for a while now - the reporting from Libya in 2011 made such a huge impact on the world and proved that some people are simply willing to work their arses off to show others the truth, no matter how difficult or controversial it may be. And also, it can be women that kick butt. Ever since, I've looked out for her on Sky News - whether this be when reporting from many locations around the globe or from the recent Oscar Pistorius trial.</div>
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<li style="text-align: justify;">Something is wrong if you do not get upset - as a journalist you must <i>feel</i> the story. It's impossible not to get affected.</li>
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I can report that she is absolutely lovely in person - you would think that having experienced so much, she would have a permanent 'shell', but that really isn't the case. She answered numerous questions afterwards, and one of the responses in particular really struck a chord. The question was something along the lines of becoming famous as a reporter, how that is, whether that was the goal and whatnot. And Alex's response essentially declared that <b>it is the story that you want to become famous, not the reporter</b>. And that being famous as a reporter would probably do you no favours whatsoever.</div>
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And it was at that moment that reality kicked in. This woman has a family, lives in South Africa, and travels all around the world for her job. The intention was never to become well-known. It was to tell the truth and shed light on the situations you may not even want to be informed of.</div>
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Towards the end of the session, I asked a question about how living in Delhi made an impact on her life as a foreign correspondent and the influence it had. I did this as a fellow previous expat-Delhiite who was interested in the impact it made on her. And this was her reply (along with how she loved India, and that it made a definite impact).</div>
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And I sat there, nodding happily (probably to the extent that I looked like an absolute lunatic), thinking '<i>yes girl 100% preach it yes yes yes</i>'. Yes. Travelling is the way forward. And having someone else remind me of that had me itching to hop on a plane and explore another crevice of the world.</div>
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At the end I spoke to her and she signed my book, gave me advice and even got in a photo with me, despite how my camera refused to co-operate and took a good two minutes to do anything. It's times like that when I'm standing next to one of the most inspiring women on the planet and my camera simply refuses to photograph and I'm thinking<i> 'please <u>seriously</u> this will probably never happen again, <u>do not</u> give up on me'. </i></div>
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So that was the day I got to meet an idol. I've wanted to be a journalist since I was twelve years old. I recently applied to study it at university (and fortunately, in the past week I've had some pretty decent responses and things are looking up). But even if they weren't, I wouldn't stop now. I couldn't. Alex mentioned in the talk that as an aspiring journalist, you must <i>really</i> want it - interviewers can tell if you do or not. And I do. And I'll always look back to the signed message in my book. </div>
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With only a few minutes to spare I thought it wouldn't be wise to smell every single soap there (though <i>trust me</i>, I would have if time had permitted). Instead I left with the two minity-licious products that filled my mental <i>I-seriously-need-this-now</i> Lush list: Mint Julips and Mask of Magnaminty. Now I've used this mask before and absolutely loved it, so I felt it was only good of me to go back to it...<i>right?</i> The last time I got it was two years ago from Lush's Cardiff Queen St branch (another personal favourite, may I add) and I remember constantly smelling it on the train home to London because it smells so damn fine. It's really good for acne - something that is really irritating me on an on-and-off basis at the moment. </div>
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I've never used a lip scrub before - admittedly I was under the impression that you should only use them if your lips were flakier than the numerous flake-based cereals currently on offer, and only in the deep and dark depths of the Winter. <i>Boy</i>, was I wrong. Mint Julips not only softens my lips but also gives me the sensation that I'm eating mint chocolate chip ice cream when I am unfortunately nowhere near this aforementioned pot of dairy goodness. Now I don't know about you, but in my opinion that is completely and utterly ideal. Who <i>doesn't</i> want to be licking their lips and tasting absolutely beaut - that's my question.</div>
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