Summer's End?

Tank Top: Kmart
Shorts: Forever 21

Necklace: Elessa Jade
Earrings: Six

Purse: Charming Charlie

This outfit is featured in one of my videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYGj3aJ7IbY

So my summer may be pretty much over in a couple of weeks. At least as far as free time goes. I have had a job at Six, an accessories store in the mall, since the end of April. However, the hours are really strange. MOST weeks I only work 4-8 hours, although last week I worked 16 hours. I absolutely love the job, but since the low hours don't make a ton of money, I decided to try and get another part time job.

And.......I have an interview with Kohl's in 3 days. I applied there at the beginning of June, so I expected I wouldn't hear anything since it's been so long. But apparently I was wrong! So I may be getting a second job. And on top of that I am taking College Writing 2 starting on July 14th. It's just a basic class that I figured I would get out of the way this summer, so I could focus on more fashion classes.

So if I have 2 jobs and am taking an English class I will be extremely busy. The carefree days of summer will be over. I have really mixed feelings about it. I need to learn to support myself better and be more like an adult. Plus I need to start saving up for studying abroad, if I choose to go to Paris. (And of course, college is just expensive in general.) But I'm also nervous about being under a lot of pressure and not having any free time.

Well..... I guess I just have to go to the interview and see how this all pans out. Maybe I'm a better juggler than I think!

Much love, dolls

-Bonnie

Summer's Flying By

Tank: Old Navy

Flowy Cardigan Thing: Dots

Skirt, Sandals, Necklace, and Bracelet: Forever 21
Earrings: Six

Lips: Nyx Extreme Lip Creme in Nude Peach Fuzz

So yet again I fail at being consistent on this blog. >_< I do have two Youtube channels that take a lot of time and they are generally my first commitment. However, they do not allow me to just write whatever I want after I share outfit pictures.  So that's why I still show up here.

It's been over a month since I came home from college. I really wish I could say I miss it, but honestly..... I'm kind of neutral about it. I never had a lot of friends there. There were people I really liked and talked to in class, but nobody I hung out with outside of class. There were 2 great girls though, that I do miss: Lauren and Ashley. They were the only ones I felt I connected with on more than just the surface (aside from my roommate, but we've been friends for 9 years). Making connections has always been a weak point for me. It takes me months to establish a bond with someone. I'm very shy and sensitive. I wish I was outgoing, but alas, I am not. At all.
So that's why I don't miss college much. I didn't have connections with my peers to bind me to the campus emotionally. I'm hoping next year will be different, even though I'm commuting.

I have so much I want to talk about from the last month of summer, but I don't want to make a mammoth wall of text on one post. So I will share with you some less sad "I can't make friends" kind of stories in my next post. 'Cause I'm honestly not sad right now, even if the paragraph above sounds a bit melancholy. I'm just reflecting on my feelings about leaving campus life for the first time.

Much love dolls,

-Bonnie

The cold never bothered me....... but the warmth is nice too.

Dress and Bracelets: Wet Seal

Sparkly Heels: Payless

Scarf: Christmas present from Joshua

This outfit reminds me of something Elsa (from Disney's Frozen) would wear when it is warm. The icy silvers and blues still give a nod to her wintery powers, but the lack of sleeves and short skirt make it warm weather appropriate. 'Cause I mean, if she's able to wear that less than cozy looking gown in a palace made of ice on top of a snowy mountain.......then the heat must really difficult to handle. 

But honestly, can we talk about that scarf. Isn't it gorgeous? It's the piece that inspired me to create this ensemble. It was a Christmas present from Joshua (my boyfriend) that I hadn't yet gotten to wear. I'm so glad I was finally able to coordinate it. As soon as I opened it on Christmas Eve it instantly reminded me of ice. I adore it. <3

In life news, I am moving out of my dorm today. I had a final at 7:45 this morning, but now I'm done. It's really weird. Next year I'll be commuting, so I won't ever see this room again. Nor will I be on campus nearly as much. I was never a huge fan of dorm life, but there are a few things I'm going to miss. Like walking downtown on a whim when it's warm. Or being able to run to Prentice to grab a coffee before (or after) class. I admit, I'm kind of sad. 

But the choice to commute was one I thought about extensively. I live 40 minutes away, which isn't a great commuting distance, but it's not awful either. Some people drive an hour or more just to go to work each day. And financially....this is the best choice. My roommate, who is my best friend from high school, also chose to commute. And of the 2 girls that I'm actually kind of close to, one is not returning to this college and the other is living in an apartment now....

I guess this is just a start of another year in my life. I don't know what awaits me in my future. I don't feel like an adult. But I hope that I will be able to move forward and start to follow my heart.

Much love, dolls

-Bonnie

It's Baaaaaaaaaaaaack.

 

Blouse: Thrifted

Shorts: Dailylook

Tights: Target

Oxford Heels: Payless

Lips: Nyx's round lipstick"Decadent"

Yes, it looks like winter outside, and my outfit looks like fall. Yes, it is April 15th. Yes, it was 70 degrees yesterday. But Ohio is a troll. And just when you think spring has arrived..............this state throws you with 3-4 inches of snow. And yes, it stuck. -__-

I really wish I was a more consistent blogger and would have had pictures of the last few days! Then you could really see the contrast. But alas, it has been a month since I posted, and it was snowy on March 12 (the last time I posted) as well. 

I've been extremely busy lately. After spring break all of the final projects were poured onto us. There's only 4 weeks of classes left, but man, are these 4 weeks going to be tough. I have a final project in Fashion Visuals due in 2 weeks that my group and I haven't even started yet, on top of the design journal for the same class. I have the final portfolio of Foundations of Fashion Drawing due soon. And we still have another whole sewing project to do in Basics of Apparel Construction. *sigh* Just gotta buckle down and muscle through it I guess!

Much love, dolls

-Bonnie

Asian-inspired Beauty

Chinese-style dress: Thrifted
Black pumps: Elder Beerman

Lips: Maybelline Color Elixir in "Signature Scarlet"

Well, it is obvious that I fail at the whole blogging game. It's been a month since my last post! x__x But this semester has been so crazy, that I barely have any time for any of my own personal hobbies. I haven't drawn a single thing for myself in months. (Believe me, I HAVE been drawing. A LOT. But it's not soothing when it's for class.) I miss being able to let my creative juices flow and draw whatever comes to my mind.

In addition, I have been terribly stressed lately. I have been agonizing over my major, and my family is going through a bit of a crisis at home. I didn't want my blog to be riddled with only negative things. This blog is more than just a spot to complain or have myself a pity party. So that is another reason I haven't been posting.

However, I have found the time for an entry now, so let's talk about this outfit! I absolutely ADORE this dress. It is probably the best thrift find I have ever some across. I love asian inspired fashion, whether it is inspired by traditional dress or modern asian street style. So when I saw this dress for a whopping $6.00, I knew it had to be mine. It's incredibly well made, and was probably pretty expensive to begin with, so I feel so lucky to have found it. <3

Seriously, guys, thrifting is amazing. The thrift stores around my hometown aren't the greatest, but sometimes I come across a true treasure, such as this dress. And that keeps me coming back to look again. I recommend thrifting to everyone! It takes some patience, but you can acquire some beautiful and/or unique pieces in the end.

Much love, dolls

-Bonnie

Ohayocon 2014

This is me cosplaying as C.C. from Code Geass with a guy who was cosplaying Lelouch, the anti-hero of Code Geass (and my favorite anime character ever). So I was super excited to get this photo.

THIS is Vic Mignogna for those who don't know. He is one of the most inspirational people to me personally. One of the people that I gain more confidence in myself and who I am when I listen to him. And after meeting him, I can see how obviously kind he is. I love this picture<3 It's so fun and commemorates something that's been on my bucket list for a long time.

 THE DEALER'S ROOM. Let the nerdgasm begin.

THOSE KITTY PLUSHIES!! <3 I didn't buy one though. T-T

Miguel and Tulio! Tulio and Miguel! Mighty and powerful gods!

These two were cosplaying Tulio and Miguel from The Road to Eldorado! That was one of my favorite movies when I was a kid! (It's still up there. lol)

Studio Ghibli films were my first real step into anime (as in, I actually was aware that what I was watching was Japanese animation), so I was super excited to see Kiki from Kiki's Delivery Service and No Face from Spirited Away. <3

Walked into a cave. Nothing but Zubat.

I don't even know what this is. xD I just thought it was hilarious. lol

This guy's Gameboy costume was actually playable. The guy in front is playing Tetris. How cool is that?!

I got a picture with Totoro! Even though his eyes are kinda creepy.....

These two guys had amazing Iron Man costumes! I can't imagine how long they took to make and how much material they required!

A whole group of Frozen characters! (My favorite Disney movie.) Plus a Jack Frost. lol

Elsa before AND after she "let it go". (lol I'm punny.) Thought the girl dressed as coronation Elsa was really unique. I didn't seen anyone else cosplaying as Elsa in that dress the whole weekend.

My friend, Ashley, and I. :) We had such a blast at Ohayocon!

This is only a fraction of the photos I took. I took 60+ photos!

I just wanted to share a little of the amazing time I had. It was seriously the best weekend I've had in college thus far.