DIY: Studded and ripped shorts

26. May 2012
DIY
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You will need:
- A pair of jeans or shorts
- Scissors
- Sharp kitchen supplies like a knife, potato peeler, cheese grater etc.
- Pyramid studs, whatever color, size and quantity you choose

The first thing to do is to cut the jeans into shorts, if you already have it at the prefered hight you can skip this step. I cut mine just a little longer than I would like them so that in order for me to fold it in the end. Remember that the back and front of the shorts doesnt have to be the same height if you dont want your bum to show.


Next take your sharp objects and trash the jeans, for example on the pockets, edges, corners, or wherever you want to. Just scratch the surface or make a hole right through the fabric. Then throw the shorts into the washer to allow the edges of the shorts to fray. I used a really sharp potato peeler that I got from Ikea.

It is now time to take out the studs. Place them wherever your feel like, look up how others have done this for inspiration. I put mine in straight lines on the pocket corners. If you are a bit of a perfectionist like me, you may have to do some of the studs over again to get them in a straight line. Poke the studs through the fabric, and bend them on the backside, you can do this with either your fingers or use a knife. Just a heads up, if you apply the studs without a knife, it will ruin your nails.


The back of the fabric will look something like this, all depending on which studs you use. And now for the finished result!



You can play even more with the fabric and the studs if you like to. I chose a fairly basic design on mine, and did not dye it or anything. The possibilities are endless if you have a bit of creativity! I styled mine with a feminin white laced top to break with the harsh studs.

Mad love

21. May 2012
Fashion
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Spring lookbook by Wasteland. I think flower crowns and headbans will really hit it off this summer. So pretty! And the teddycoat is something I really have to get my hands on when the cold is back.

Denim with a twist

20. May 2012
Creativity, DIY
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A little inspirational collage for my upcoming diy-tutorial. Inspired by the runwaydreamz brand, which are handmade, dyed, frayed and studded. Almost all of the big bloggers own a pair or more of these beauties, but the pricetag is not so beautiful. The procedure is fairly simple to do yourself, and the materials is cheap off ebay.

Vanity is my favorite sin

10. May 2012
Thoughts
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The most common problem bloggers face is other peoples judgement. We do lots of other stuff aswell besides blogging! I just dont publish everything that goes on in my life on my blog, or on the web for that matter. Everything doesnt have to be all black and white. When did caring about ones apperance become equal to being dumb? Yes, I do have my blonde moments, but everyone have those! Everytime I tell someone I have a blog, I feel some sort of ashamed and branded. Like clothes and makeup is all I ever care about. I can take a friendly joke now and then, but what I dont like at all, is people thinking they know me just because they have seen my blog. Newsflash: you dont!

This is my little piece of the Internet, where I can escape reality for a couple of minutes, and only surround myself with pretty things. Even though this particular site is mostly about shallow stuff like fashion and makeup, keep in mind that it is actually possible to care about something without it having to define who you are as a person. This is a passion and a hobby, not my life. It is a part of me, but not me as a whole person.

The power of accessories

16. April 2012
Fashion
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Different accessories can change a whole outfit, freshen up an old look in no time, and it doesnt demand much storage space. Instead of buying more clothes, try changing what you have with accessories. This way you can keep your wardrobe basic, but with a few key pieces. Being easy on both the environment and your wallet. Go out of your comfort zone, buying statement accessories can make or break the look.

Personally I dont care to much about jewelry like necklaces and earrings, I rely more in rings, watches, handbags and shoes. But the most important advice I can give it to keep it simple, dont go overboard with the accessories, it will just look tacky. Dont buy stuff on impulse, think through what you can match it with that you already have in your closet. Remember if you feel good, you will also look good.

Bali love

12. April 2012
Fashion
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Wedding perfection! The dress, the headpiece, the location, almost like a fairy tale. The dress is from Sass & Bide, and is truly a-m-a-z-i-n-g! I will most definitely try making a DIY for a feather crown.

Must-haves

11. April 2012
Makeup, Review, Tutorial
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This is my most essential beauty products, that I mostly use everyday and simply cannot do without.
Water and sleep

The most obvious beauty tip one can give! Staying hydrated and getting enough sleep is crucial.

Favorite perfume

Smelling good is really a mood lifter. Picking your scent is as personal as finding the right foundation shade for your skin. It has a science behind it along with a touch of personal preference. The combination between the chemicals that our bodies produce and the perfume that we choose will ultimately determine if that specific scent suits us. Perfume always have three notes, top, middle and base. The base note will last you the longest. When you are picking out you signature scent, it is important that you smell for all these notes before deciding. I typically go for sweet ones that smell fruity. My favorite at the moment is Taj Sunset from Escada, but I switch it up all the time. It smells like mangos, with a hint of pineapple, orange and peach. I always get lots of compliments on it.

Lip balm

Keeping your lips moisturised is actually more important than many would think. It should be a part of your daily routine. Licking your lips instead of putting on lip balm will only do more damage, and may cause them to dry up and chap. The lip balm provides a protective layer on the surface of your lips and seals the moisture in. My favorite is the strawberry one from Rosebud, it smells like candy! And it will literally last you forever. I have it with me at all times.

Body butter

An important part of my everyday routine is putting on lotion, and since I have dry skin I find a body butter best fit for the job. I always buy mine at The body shop, my favorite at the moment is the peach one. If you use the right skin care body lotion your skin would have a healthy and glowing look. An essential step before putting on lotion are scrubbing! Once a week is enough. Doing this will make your skin soft and smooth, it also reduces the chance of premature aging.

White eyeliner

White eyeliner can work wonders, I use it almost everyday. It is literally an eye opener. Apply a light line on the lower waterline, if it turns out to harsh blend it out abit. I have been using the shade called satin white from Isadora for a long time, and they dont test on animals!

Face spray

I have really dry skin, and in the wintertime it is truly a nightmare. After applying my makeup it is difficult to moisturize with a gel or creme without ruining the makeup, so then I use a face spray instead. You can also use it to prep your skin for makeup, set your makeup, especially nice for getting rid of that powdery look after application, or as a moisture boost on-the-go. Mine is from Clinique and is part of the moisture surge set.

Eye-makeup remover

Gettin off mascara or heavy eye-makeup after a night on the town can be quite tricky! I find that it always help to use something targeted for this purpose, to avoid unnecessary stretching and pulling on the thin and sensitive skin around the eyes. I have put my trust in one from TheBalm, called balms away.

You may find my full skin-care routine here, where I use some of these products.

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