POEM: Anticipation

He waited, he waited and waited. Slowly.
Weaving, faith and believing.
More faith than I owned or deserved to receive. He waited. His heart on his sleeve.

Rejection but tied, he endured. An innocent heart to share creases.
Confusion but pure, I'm illness and cure, he endured, he endured.

Excitement, resentment, defenceless and senseless, I wait.


I'll endure.

NEW LOOK JEANS COMP!

New Look Competition!

LO AND BEHOLD! Yet another blog about New Looks best season yet, but this time a competition entry on behalf of New Look and Sparkle Fashion Blog! Using Denim as the base, my chosen pair of jeans to begin this perfect autumn outfit are the 'Black Coated Skinny Jeans' at a STEAL of £19.99. To compliment the sleek and sexy biker look, I've teamed them up with the 'Plum Star Stud Biker Boots' at £59.99. The cold weather is upon us so to keep you warm whilst stylish, I've included the 'Burgundy and White Aztec Fairisle Jumper' at an un-missable bargain price of £19.99! Last but not least, NO biker look is complete without a leather jacket. New Look make it so easy to rock a bang on trend jacket at glorious high-street prices, 'Black Studded Real Leather Biker Jacket' at £69.99! 

I love this outfit, I think it's simple, sophisticated and sexy. New Look's fab new collection of jeans are extremely versatile, making it so easy to transform this daytime look into an autumn evening or winter wonderland. See New Look's NEW IN collection for more inspiration! http://www.newlook.com/shop/new-in/clothing_1890015. I have included the links to the items above to make it even more simple for you to get your favourite looks, thanks for reading!

Want? Buy!

Plum Boots

Jumper

JEANS

Jacket

Mwah x

Poem: Clouds

Dull, dreary grey shrouds the world with floating cotton metal. Slowly draping, pulling through the skies dragging.
Suddenly piercing through, milky light. Glows with depth, like it knows.

A bright light that knows and washes away irrelevance with beauty

CLOTHES!

Hello!

If you didn't already know, it was my 18th birthday yesterday! I had a lovely time with both my best friends. I went to Telford shopping centre and came back with about 200 bags, (slight exaggeration) nothing I originally went there for, but at least I got some clothes. As I mentioned before in my previous blog, I'm LOVING the autumn trends at the moment, just my style so it's really hard to chose between them all! I managed to get my hands on some creeper style, all black baseball boots from River Island with £10 off. Warm, cosy, perfect for college and a bargain! I also treated myself to two games (little geek), a hot chocolate and two new jumpers. 

The cold weather is upon us and I couldn't be more excited, although in recent years I've been appreciating summer more, I still love the idea of dark days and knitted scarfs. I got very excited whilst reading Octobers edition of Company to find two pages dedicated to goth. Now, of corse it's not really goth, just the fashion industries toned down metallic take on goth. But still, it's dark and I love it. I've never been into fur, but trying on a black faux fur jacket yesterday made me reconsider. My visions for this Autumn/winter are of dresses and skirts with tights, boots and just maybe a faux fur coat. 

Recent years, my confidence levels have affected my fashion and effectively my health; because I haven't been brave enough to go for bold coats, printed tights and wedge boots, I resulted in layering existing clothes and predominantly looking like a tramp. This shall change! Big bold and brave! Past A/W clothes have made it hard for me to keep my distinct edge and be warm, so that's my challenge for this winter. 

I'm excited for winter, anyone else?! 

Hair dye

Ladies and gentlemen, it comes as no surprise that I, yet again, have dye on my hair. My recent dye was a bright orange (by Feria) with my trademark blonde fringe, but seeing as it faded to a dull ginger/brown I decided to cover up with plum. Around November last year I sported purple hair with a royal blue fringe which really added colour to the grey England days. As the recent days have become colder I decided I need to inject the same enthusiasm into my hair, so purple and blue it is! The one thing I dislike about bright hair is the constant need to bleach my roots and the constant fading of the colour, through my experience I can say lilac is the hardest colour to keep. I am a natural dark brunette (I think) but because of the extreme rapid growth of my hair, it is brutally tortured by my constant need to dye it. I justify this by plastering conditioner onto it and not over washing it. I may upload a picture for you all to see!
Mwah x

Clothes are my drug

I am absolutely gutted! I just did my routinely check on all my favourite clothes websites, and I found River Island had reduced the exact jeans I was going to buy from £42 to £25. The problem of course being they do not have my size left. I am unsure whether I'd have brought them anyway because of P&P charges (god I hate them!). 

On another note of fashion I have mixed feelings about the Autumn picks for 2012. I can't help but notice the fashion industry have completely borrowed my wardrobe to model this season on. I'm not joking, clothes I've been shamelessly rocking for years have suddenly become acceptable. Studs, leather, cosmic, grunge, tartan, punk, biker etc etc. A part of me is thrilled that I have a few months free of people gawking at my choice of clothes, but it's also my signature. I want people to gawk! I suppose it's great that all these clothes are readily available and that I don't have to pay ridiculous pretentious prices. I don't know, I'm just glad it's my birthday soon so I can splash out on some nice clothes, before they're 'out of fashion' for another 15 years.

I don't have a specific shop where I buy my clothes, just whatever shop is great that season. At the moment, I absolutely love New Look. These are just a few of the perfect items they have at the moment!

It spells me all over, I can just picture a cute lace dress and thick tights with the creeper booties when it gets cold! Autumn/winter picks get me excited for Christmas, the idea of Christmas shopping wrapped up in scarves, early nights and hot drinks, ooo goodie!

Hard times indeed!

This is just a general blog about the one thing we can't physically live without, money! I've always appreciated money, I'm not materialistic and not too comfortable financially, but I seem to be able to make my money stretch. I have a task for you, I'm going to share little tips on my day to day life and see if you can follow them, let me know how much you've saved!

1. Get a savings tin. It sounds simple, but having a tin, jar or tub for saving pennies makes all the difference. It's important that you refrain from dipping into it, savings are savings for a reason. You can buy tins these days which don't have lids, you simply use a tin opener when they're full, the more effort it is to open your tin, the more you'll save. I personally own a gallon whiskey bottle which got me £55 half full of coppers, mad right!? If you're not keen on counting out money into bags and trekking to your bank 4 bags at a time, use a Coinstar machine usually available in most supermarkets (Asda, Tesco) these charge you a percentage to use, but when you have £50 pounds worth of pennies, you hardly want to sort them yourself. You simply empty all your money, the machine counts it and gives you a receipt which you exchange for notes.
2. Do you really need that dress? If you walk away from an item without regret, chances are you can live without it. If you keep going back to it, buy it. It's important to only buy things you need or really want. If you buy things for the novelty, you'll most likely use it once at most. Buying things second hand is a great way to save money if it's something like a game or DVD, even phones are available in mint condition.
3. Owing money, we all do it! It's all about mind set, is that really your money? We may state how much money we have, but is it really our money? Money is just borrowed and exchanged. If you owe someone money and you have some coming in, don't get attached to it or label it as your own. If you owe £20 and get paid £50, tell yourself you only have £30. This way, you won't feel remorse when giving it away, if it was never yours to begin with. Getting into this frame of mine is hard, but if you budget everything like me, you'll make a mental note of how much money you actually have.
4. Recycle. Do you use that PSP? When's the last time you wore that top? Did those new shoes rub you? You'll never really fit back in those jeans, will you? Sell your pre-loved items on eBay. Selling is a great way to get back some money for new items. Make sure you read all of the terms though as eBay do charge selling and sometimes listing fees. It is also recommended you thoroughly describe each item and its condition to avoid unhappy customers.
5. Spending too much on food and drink? Everyone loves to treat themself to a Starbucks or Nandos, but are you wasting your money on 30 minutes of happiness? If you're strapped for cash but craving a Starbucks, go somewhere else. Chose a cheaper option, go find your nearest Asda Cafe or McDonalds, save the treats for a treat rather than to keep up your reputation. Most companies charge more just so you feel you fit a certain crowd or status, ask yourself if you really enjoy the product.
6. Discount cards. How often do you keep those discount vouchers on the back of bus tickets? Keeping vouchers in your wallet/purse is such a great way to save money. In some cities you even get people handing out vouchers by the shop/restaurant, don't turn them down. Always check where they're valid and how long for to save embarrassment. Do you even use your Orange Wednesday? Being an orange customer entitles you to a buy one get one free when you pay 35p for a text ticket. Perfect if the cinema is your favourite pass time. If you're a student, carry around your ID whilst shopping, even 10% is better than nothing. Watch out for student days in some stores too. Some stores however only accept NUS cards to pass for student discount.
7. SALES! It's the first word I see in a shop. Clothing sales happen more frequently these days as less people are spending money. Main sales are after Christmas and in June/July but there are always end of season sales, when clothes become too 'out of season', websites are the best place to look. Most supermarkets have reduced stock, always check before you buy, you never know if they have something you need! BEWARE, always check the price of sales, some stores trick you with sale stickers so you think you're getting it cheap. Evaluate how much the item is worth, even with the sale, is it still overpriced?
8. Girls gotta eat! Food shopping can be a pain sometimes. Supermarkets are competing these days to get the lowest prices, check online to see which store is cheapest if you have no preference. I find it easier to buy whats been reduced that week and plan your meals around that, but buying your essentials is important; it's better to get them before you run out as it saves you going to your nearest shop where they could charge double.
9. Free did you say? Reading the newspaper is a great way to find out about anything local with the potential of free stuff. Some cities have stalls open in shopping centers that give away samples of new products for publicity. Find out about these events, who doesn't like free stuff?! More free stuff? Enter as many competitions as you can, local papers, magazines, even Facebook. You've gotta be in it to win it!
10. My last tip is presents. Presents are the one thing we can't compromise on. It's hard to get someone a thoughtful, high quality gift without breaking the bank. My advise? Buy in advance. If you see something perfect for someone, get it while you have the chance, mostly we end up rushing to get someone something last minute for the sake of a present. Making gifts is perfect only if you have the confidence and know the person will appreciate it. It's the thought and effort that counts but if the recipient would never use/eat the gift, you've wasted your time. Using eBay is great for bulk buying Christmas presents. For example, you could purchase miniature bottles of designer/brand name shower gels/washes/perfumes and put them into bags or boxes. Line the bag/box with tissue paper and decorate with ribbons for a special touch. Make sure these products are new and if buying for Christmas, make sure to order about a month before, or even two if the item has to come from abroad.

Right, I hope that these tips will help you save money, its such a rewarding feeling knowing you can stop yourself from spending. Just follow my tips and let me know how you've done! Have fun!

Mwah x

Poem: Paths

3rd Aug '12

We take the route we know once more but it feels different to before.

I hold you on my shoulder although we are not much older I just feel like I have grown with you.

I stroke you hair, look in your eyes for the hundredth million time you tell me how to love you without words.

Wordless love is oblivious, to what I hold in my heart. When I want you.

You begged for what I begged to do, your patience rewarded you but still,

you wait.

Poem: Rain

3rd Jan '12

Rain is poison to delicate souls, the colourless potion makes anything cold. Dripping and pouring leaves evidence around, coating and soaking poor innocent ground. Words are the acid that burns us away, and truth is the coldness we all have to face.

Poem: Untitled

29th Oct 2011

You don't know you're crazy, do you?

Sleep tight forever and never wake, that way you'll never run away. I am a hypocrite, but I am not. I'll be your metal cushion for emotions you will never feel

Introduction

First and foremost, I can assure you my birth name is NOT bodilyfluids, however this would be quite entertaining! My name is Grace, and I was born in September '94, making me 17 at the moment.

I currently study Computer Game Design at college, although I'm so unsure about my path in life. I enjoy the creative aspects of my course but I don't feel that's where I'm meant to be. I consider myself a 'Jack of all trades', I seem to be good at most things, but not good enough to make a career. The only thing that's ever came enjoyably natural to me is poetry and lyric writing, the only one I ever confidently published won me a trophy for writing. I find poetry to come naturally from the intensity of emotions, the reason I find it impossible to share. I find peace with poetry, but the irony is that the only powerful ones come from negative emotions. Drawing used to be another form of self expression, but I feel the force to draw essential to my course has put me off voluntary drawing.

Creativity oozes through me, tainting every aspect of my day to day life. My hair colour changes more than necessary, I feel boring without metal through/on my skin and I'd never be seen dead in clothes that don't match. This might have something to do with the fact I'm a Virgo! A lot of thought goes into my clothing, despite the difficulty finding my abnormal style in regular shops at affordable prices. My wardrobe, regretfully consists of black, cream, grey and red. My theory is that everything goes when you stick to the same colours!

I have a love for cooking but hardly ever follow the recipe, I love experimenting. Sometimes it's risky, but hey, how's a girl to learn?

The point of this introduction is to welcome you to my interests which will be the main focus of my blogs. I like to think I'll upload some of my poetry for you to interpret, recipes to try and enjoy, and my views on fashion, games and general interests.

Hope you enjoy! Be sure check out my Twitter page for abnormal and somewhat opinionated tweets, follow if you dare!

Mwah x

London baby!

I took a trip to London recently with a close friend, it was one I'd been contemplating for a while. The only thing that stood in my way appeared to be money (isn't it always) but I'm so glad I did! I can't stress enough how much of a beautiful town Camden is, full of quirky little market stalls and shops.

Abandoned car plastered with graffiti. 

 

There was so much to do and see, the whole atmosphere surrounding Camden was inspirational. It has to be said environments like that make me feel very insignificant in myself. When I was younger, I always saw my older self as being brave and bold, fashion wise. I saw punk, black, tartan and leather. I imagined my face being plastered with metal, my skin with ink and my body in studs. A part of me still holds onto that, the reason I loved Camden so much. It's everything I would've wanted to be, but everyone grows up and grows out of stages. I still love to have a rocky/grunge edge to my fashion, I'd never be seen without a black item of clothing!

Another reason I loved Camden was for all the outrageously intricate designs tucked away throughout the whole town. Varied styles, from Chinese, African and some Aborigine carved away creating a timeline of woody beauty. Call me a tree-hugger but I appreciate these simple things in life. I decorated my room in 2010 to the much loved Chinese theme, scrolls, symbols, Buddhas and of course my adorable Terracotta Warrior. I have always appreciated the simplicity of the spiritual life the Chinese Buddhist lead.

Last but not least, the ring I purchased at a Camden market stall. I absolutely love rings and I could not leave this one behind. I'm surprised I only brought one, out of all the ones I saw. I've been after a rose inspired one for a while and thought this looked perfect with the one I was wearing. It breaks me that I am not wearing nail polish, but some compromises have to be made whilst being employed.

So that was my trip to London in a nutshell, I would absolutely love to make a return but I fail to see how my bank balance will allow for it any time soon!