Happy New Year! - and: I am BACK.

Bună seara!

First things first:

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

I dearly hope that all of you guys had a blast on the 31st!!!! Apart from that I also hope that all of you had a lovely Christmas with your family and friends, at least those of you who celebrate. Even if you didn't I hope you had some nice days off. 

I know it's been a while but I've got my reasons. As some of you may know I've started university in Jena last October. Unfortunately neither the subject nor the city or university was what I had expected. The last months had been a struggle for me in every aspect and all I felt like doing was learning - at least SOMETHING productive. 

The only good thing: The LANGUAGES! I've decided to change university and subject again. I will still continue learning the Romanian & Bosnian though. I'll get my language  qualifications this February, then move back to Bonn, fly to NY with the man and then hopefully go to Bosnia for an internship and then to Romania for another work experience. It looks good right now but I haven't got any letters of acceptance yet - also I don't how long I'll stay and when. I guess it would be good for me since I could improve language skills, get more qualifications and actually LIVE in both countries. 

In October I will finally go back to university - praying that it will be the right decision this time. I will probably go for law, as I always wanted to do it when I was younger but thought I'd be restricted to one country - namely Germany. Luckily I found out that there is also the possibility to study international law after your foundation course. Sounds perfect to me. As a lawyer I'd have a lot of possibilities in all kinds of jobs, not only in court. Besides that I could still work on my languages at university (apart from completing law school). I know that it is a pretty good plus to be fluent in German, English, Spanish, Romanian & Bosnian/Serbian/Croatian - especially if I want to work in The Hague or in an international organisation. Furthermore I am also keen on learning Russian or Arabic. Let's see what happens and how everything turns out. I hope to be able to get into the Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg. It would be close to home, yet not too close and I could see my boyfriend more often.

Anywhoooooo.... Back to my blog. Finally a new outfit post. ;-) 

I have not forgotten about my  'Around The World series' either. The "last days in Bosnia" will be up soon... I just have to edit them & write a little more.

Please notice that it is kind of hard for me to upload & write new outfit posts in Jena since I have no one to take pictures of me. I will try to figure something out.

The pictures in this 'article' were taken on 12/26/2012. I was going for something chic yet also comfortable & casual since it was Christmas and all we did was eat and then visit my aunt on her farm - to eat even more. I paired the skirt with a shirt a friend gave me a while ago. MR is for Mash Raiders - if you are interested in good music you should check them out. The best DJs around!

I also put on my new favourite shoes! Those boots/heels are extremely comfortable - believe it or not. I don't know what you guys think but I adore them! In addition I wore an old H&M cardigan and later on I threw on an old coat. The earrings were my bestie's Christmas gift to me. Stunning, huh?

Unfortunately I didn't take any pictures on NYE... Just to let you know: My dress was KILLER. Maybe I'll put it on again and take pictures. I got it in the sale from Mango last Saturday - a last-minute-buy so to speak. 

What did you guys do for New Year's Eve? I was staying at a friend's in Heidelberg and we were simply too lazy to go anywhere or do anything. We stayed at home, got dressed up (since I wanted to wear the dress I bought especially for NYE), cooked, watched TV and later the firework before we went to bed around 2 am. All in all a lovely & chilly night.

That's all for now & way too much already. Until next time - that will be in Visoko, BiH. ;-)

I hope you have an awesome year ahead of you. Always remember: 

I know I will...

  

Love y'all always and PLEASE excuse my absence.

Yours, 

Lea.

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What I wore:

- Pencil skirt from Vero Moda

- MR shirt

- Cardigan from H&M

 - Scarf from H&M - ages ago.

- Heels from "She"

- Earrings: "Magic Fireball" from Konplott

 Make-Up:

• Face: 

- The Body Shop All-In-One BB Cream (in 01)

- MAC Studio Finish Concealer SPF 35 (in NW20)

- MAC Mineralize Concealer (in NW15)

- MAC Studio Fix (in N4)

- MAC Sheertone Shimmer Blush in "Dollymix"

- MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in "Soft And Gentle"

• Brows:
  -BeYu Eyebrow Gel (in 3)

  • Eyes: 

- Artdeco Lash Booster Volumizing Mascara Base
- Artdeco All in One Mascara

• Lips:
- MAC's "Diva" 

• Fragrance:

- Joop! Le Bain

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Viata asta-i bun pierdut, de n-o traiesti cum ai fi vrut!

Salut!

In between my 'vacation posts' a quick F.O.T.D.

Enjoy!

Yours,

Lea. 

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 Make-Up:

• Face: 

-Estee Lauder DayWear BB Anti-Oxidant Beauty Benefit Creme SPF 35 (in 01 Light)

- MAC Studio Finish Concealer SPF 35 (in NC20)

-L'oréal Paris Lumi Magique Stylo Touche De Lumière (in 1 Light)

- L'oréal Paris Studio Secrets Professional: Poudre Fixante Universelle

- MAC Studio Fix (in N5)

- MAC Sheertone Shimmer Blush in "Peachykeen"

- MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in "Soft And Gentle"

• Brows:
  -BeYu Eyebrow Gel (in 3)

  • Eyes: 

- MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in "Soft And Gentle" (inner corner & tear dot area)

- MAC Eye Kohl in "Smolder"

- MAC Pro Longwear Eye Shadow in "Legendary Black"
- Lancôme Cils Booster

- Benefit "They're Real" Mascara 

• Fragrance:

- Reb'l fleur by Rihanna

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>>Viata asta-i bun pierdut, de n-o traiesti cum ai fi vrut!<<

"Your life is wasted if you don't live it the way you like."

 

Stone Rollin'

"To each his own & God for all!"*
Alo everybody! 

I know I'm a little late posting this but I had an awful  lot of work on my hands. It looks like I'll be moving to Jena this August for university and I CANNOT FREAKING WAIT! I haven't been to the city before but my mom, Charlotte and me will go on a trip, visit the university and take a look around the city in about two weeks (we still have to book everything...). I would have preferred a bigger city but Jena seems to be the only university offering the classes I want to attend - PLUS it is close to Prague and the costs for living are not THAT high. :-)
As you can imagine I have a lot to do with work, teaching, getting my stuff together, preparing myself for 2 1/2 new languages, getting my driver's license and in between trying to find time to visit my grandaunt in Canada. Let's see how that works out.

Anyways a couple of weeks ago I had the amazing opportunity to go and see Raphael Saadiq - whom I ADORE - live & in concert. It was awesome. :-) I hadn't been to a concert in ages and it was definitely worth it. I love Saadiq and think that his new album is by far his best. The location (an old church) was bloody amazing! I was there with two friends and we just had a great time. Enjoy the pictures plus listen to some good music below - cause good ol' Raphael knows:

>> Listen, you don't call her fat but that girl is stacked
Now come on, she's got my mind
Everythin' is wide, she walk with much pride
Come on, she's got my mind
Top chef and cook with grandma's looks
Now come on, she's got my mind
There was no way to prepare, nothin' I could I see
All I saw was a woman walkin' up to me <<
 ;-)


Love & Peace to all!
Yours,
Lea.

* If you wanna know where this quote comes from watch M.I.A.'s BTS of her video 'Bad Girls' here.
 I might do an entry on this...

 

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 Outfit: 
Jacket: H&M
Shorts: Zara
Oversized jumper: H&M
'Clutch': Vintage
Shoes: Romica

Make-Up:
Face: 
• L'oréal Paris Studio Secrets Professional: Anti-Shine Mattifying Primer
• NYX HD Photogenic Concealer (in Fair)
• MAC Studio Finish Concealer SPF 35 (in NC20)
• L'oréal Paris Studio Secrets Professional: Poudre Fixante Universelle
• MAC Studio Fix (in N4)
• NYX Blush (in Mocha)
 Brows: 
• BeYu Eyebrow Gel (in 3)
Eyes:
• MAC Paint Pot in Rubenesque
• MAC Eye Shadow in Ricepaper (lid & brow bone/arch)
• MAC Eye Shadow in Corduroy (crease)
• MAC Eye Shadow in Fig. 1 (crease & outer third of eye)
• MAC Eye Shadow in Goldmine (inner corner & tear dot area)
• MAC Eye Shadow in Black Tied (dusted on top of 'Smolder')
• MAC Eye Kohl in Smolder
• Lancôme Cils Booster
• Lancôme Hypnôse Doll Eyes
Lips:
• MAC Lipstick in Syrup

Instagramming

Alo lovely people! : )

As some of you may know: I freaking loooooove Instragram. I thought I might as well do a post dedicated to it - even though a lot of people have done this already. Whatever. HA! Enjoy!

Yours, Lea.

Live fast, die young. Bad girls do it well.

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"Live fast, die young
Bad girls do it well
Live fast, die young
Bad girls do it well

My chain hits my chest
When I'm bangin' on the dashboard
My chain hits my chest
When I'm bangin' on the radio

Get back, get down
Pull me closer if you think you can hang
..hands up, hands tied..
Don't go screaming if I blow you with a bang"

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Alo lovelies :) 

I hope you like my Make Up. I was bored and thought I post some pictures of it [Scroll down if you want to know what products I used]. Plus I thought they'd quite fit into the theme of this post...

Now to the important stuff ;) 

M.I.A. finally released her new single & the video for "Bad Girls". YES! Everyone who knows me, knows that I love me some M.I.A. 

I ADORE the video! Putting females in that clothes is more than provocative, so is the whole video in combination with the song and location its shot in. I know some peep won't get it anyways -.- 

She is the definition of a true BO$$! Plus: Doing your nails on top of a BMW driving on two f*cking wheels? I salute her!

This is hands down the most original and best video I've seen in A LONG TIME! 

I have never seen any artist adopt the Islamic culture like that. 

To quote Necole Bitchie:  

"Her crew of  animal-printed-burka-wearing boss chicks take control of a desert racetrack, and show the boys how to really ride out in a beamer on two wheels." [Read her article by clicking here]

 

The video was directed by Romain Gavras and filmed in Morocco. "Bad Girls" is from her forth album set to drop this summer. You should def go get it... I know I will.

Yours, Lea.

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• Eyes: 

MAC 'Rubenesque' Paint Pot, 

MAC Eyeshadow 'Ricepaper', 
MAC Eyeshadow 'Tempting',

MAC Blacktrack Fluidline, 

MAC Opulash Mascara in 'Bad, bad black'

• Face: 
Mac Mineralize Skinfinish Natural in 'Medium Plus', 

MAC Powder Blush 'Harmony' (Matte), 

NYX Blush 'Mocha', 
NYX HD Photogenic Concealer in 'Fair',
MAC Studio Finish Concealer SPF 35 in 'NC20'

• Lips: 

L'oréal Paris Studio Secrets Professional Jelly Balm 'succulent'

"I feel more complete than I've ever felt. I feel more beautiful than I've ever felt... stronger.. and proud of myself."

© Ian Umlauff

© Ian Umlauff

© Ian Umlauff

© Ian Umlauff

© Ian Umlauff

 

Alo dolls!

These are some 'exclusive behind-the-scenes' pictures my daddy took on set of my first photo shoot. A collection of the actual pictures will be uploaded as soon as the universities (hopefully) took the time to take a look at my portfolio & of course decided to take me. ; ) To be quite honest... This is MY DREAM! I have never been happier than today. I was a stylist, a make-up artist, a photographer, a creative director & a manager.

Yours truly, Lea.

"I feel more complete than I've ever felt. I feel more beautiful than I've ever felt... stronger.. and proud of myself." 

- Beyoncé.

Start Over.

Alo dolls!

I know I've been M.I.A. for a looooong time. I've been going through some stuff in my personal life. You know: Life, love, life? lol Still, I'm glad I'm back on my feet again after a rough time. : )

I haven't really took any pictures of myself except webcam ones so I'll post them, just for fun. 

The next post will include some pieces of art I did back in high school. I took pictures of them to be able to put them in my portfolio of artwork (yes, what I'm currently working on...), since most of them are too big to carry them around. 

I hope y'all have been doing good. I'll be posting more often now!!!!

Yours, Lea.