She's Back! Kinda...

Hi guys!!

I know, I know... It's been 2 whole months but you wouldn't understand how darned busy I've been with my Life. A LOT has happened and a lot will still be happening. I'm afraid I won't be blogging as much as I have been before I 'disappeared' off.
But, I have got a small favour to ask of you lovies. It'd mean a lot if you could follow this link here: http://www.mystreetchic.com/bristol-style/street-style/2011/09/sara-elmaki and vote for me by clicking on the little pink heart in the top right corner.

I was shopping yesterday and the photographer came up to me and complimented me on my dress and asked if she could take a photo of my outfit. I was a bit hesitant to say yes, but hey.. I went with it in the end! Unfortunately my photo didn't come out as fab as I would have liked it to be, but I don't think it's THAT bad.

That same very day, celebrity fashion guru Gok Wan was filiming his TV series 'Gok Wan's Fashion Road Trip' live in Cabot Circus, Bristol. They had a runway out and 2 sets of models modelling out designer and affordable clothing. And I had the privilege to be in the front row and watch! In fact, if you Brit's turn to channel 4 the last Tuesday of this month, you'll most likely get to see me!

So, please follow the link above and vote for me, and if you could, let me know what you think of the photo!
Hope you all had a swell Summer and very soon, hopefully, I'll write a post about my Summer and what's been making me stay away from this blog for so long.
Keep smiling and enjoy :)

Sara

More about Sara

Cross out the ones you have done/ that are true

Appearance
I have/had piercings besides the ears.
I want piercings besides the ears.
I have many scars.
I tan easily.
I wish my hair was a different color.
I have friends who have never seen my natural hair color.
I have/want a tattoo.
I can be self-conscious about my appearance.
I have/had braces. 
I have more than two piercings.

Embarrassment
Disney movies still make me cry.
I’ve laughed so hard I’ve cried.
I’ve glued my hand to something.
I’ve laughed until some kind of beverage came out of my nose
I’ve had my pants rip in public.
I’ve touched something sharp/hot/etc to see if it would hurt.

Health
I’ve gotten stitches.
I’ve broken or dislocated a bone.
I’ve had my tonsils removed.
I’ve had my wisdom teeth removed.
I’ve had chicken pox.

Travel
I’ve been to Florida.
I’ve driven/ridden over 200 kilometers in one day.
I’ve been on a plane.
I’ve been to Colombia
I’ve been to Cuba.
I’ve been to Niagara Falls.
I’ve been to Ottawa
I’ve been to the Caribbean.
I’ve been to Europe.
Experiences
I’ve gotten lost in my city.
I’ve seen a shooting star.
I’ve wished on a shooting star.
I’ve seen a meteor shower.
I’ve gone out in public in my pajamas.
I’ve pushed all the buttons on an elevator.
I’ve slapped someone.
I’ve kissed someone underwater.
I’ve chugged something.
I’ve crashed a car.
I’ve been skiing.
I’ve been in a musical.
I’ve auditioned for something.
I’ve been on stage.
I’ve caught a snowflake on my tongue.
I’ve sat on a rooftop at night.
I’ve pranked someone.
I’ve ridden in a taxi.

Honesty / Crime
I’ve been threatened to be arrested.
I’ve broken a law.
I’ve done something I promised someone I wouldn’t.
I’ve done something I promised myself I wouldn’t.
I’ve sneaked out.
I’ve lied about my whereabouts.
I’ve cheated while playing a game.
I’ve been in a fist fight.

Death
I’m afraid of dying.
I hate funerals.
I’ve seen someone/something die.
Someone close to me has attempted/committed suicide.
I have attempted suicide.
I’ve thought about suicide before.
I’ve written a eulogy for myself.

Materialism
I own over 5 rap CD’s.
I like with anime/manga.
I collected comic books.
I own a lot of makeup.
I own something from Pac Sun.
I own something from The Gap.
I own something I got on E-Bay.
I own something from Abercrombie.
I thrive on compliments.
I thrive on hate.

Random
I can sing well.
I’ve stolen a tray from a fast food restaurant.
I open up to others easily.
I watch the news occasionally or always.
I don’t like to kill bugs.

I’m a morning person
I’m a sports fanatic.
I twirl my hair.
I care about grammar.
I love spam.
I’ve copied more than 30 CD’s in a day.
I bake well. (I'm not that bad :P)
My favorite colour is either white, yellow, pink ,blue, red, black, purple, or orange.
I would wear pajamas to school.
I like Martha Stewart.
I laugh at my own jokes.
I eat fast food weekly.
I’ve not turned anything in and still got an A in a certain class.
I can’t sleep if there’s a spider in the room.
I’m really ticklish.
I like white chocolate.
I bite my nails.
I’m good at remembering names.
I’m good at remembering dates.
I have no idea what I want to do for the rest of my life.

People
..used ask if I was anorexic/bulimic.
..called me fat.
..say I’m skinny.
..have said I’m ugly.
..have said I’m pretty. 
..have spread rumors about me.
..forced me to eat. (my mom)
..say I eat too much.
..say I eat too little.

Eating
I’ve lost weight.
I’ve gained weight.
I’m at my thinnest.
I’m at my biggest.
I’ve lost weight and kept it off.
I’ve lost weight, but gained it back.
My weight affects my mood. A lot.
I diet.
I have been a vegan/vegetarian.
I exercise.
I’ve fainted from exhaustion.

Family
I’ve sworn at my parents.
I’ve planned to run away from home before.(when I was a child but I didn’t do it :P)
I’ve run away from home.
My biological parents are together.
I have a sibling less than one year old.
I want kids. 
I’ve had kids.
I’ve lost a child.

Relationships
I’m engaged.
I’m married.
I’m a swinger.
I’ve gone on a blind date.
I have/had a friend with benefits.
I miss someone right now.
I have a fear of abandonment.
I’ve gotten divorced.
I’ve had feelings for someone who didn’t have them back.
Someone has/had feelings for me when I didn’t have them back.
I’ve told someone I loved them when I didn’t.
I’ve told someone I didn’t love them when I did.
I’ve kept something from a past relationship.

Sexuality
I’m a cuddler.
I’ve been kissed in the rain.
I’ve hugged a stranger.
I’ve kissed a stranger.

Bad times
I regularly drink.
I can’t swallow pills
I can swallow numerous pills at a time without difficulty.
I’ve been diagnosed with depression at some point.
I have/had anxiety problems.
I shut others out when I’m upset.
I don’t have anyone to talk to when I’m upset.
I have taken/take anti-depressants.
I’ve slept an entire day before.
I’ve plotted revenge. 

MOTB; And I was in the darkness so darkness I became

G'Afternoon, dearies.
Can't say I'm a happy bunny today, unfortunately. But I have an OOTD for you that I thought I'd post today before I forget. I'm finding it quite hard to take photos of my outfits. You all know I take these photos myself, but lately, I'm finding it difficult. I'm not quite sure. I suppose I'm fed up with the quality of my camera. Nonetheless, MOTB:

Looks like I'm wearing nothing in this photo.

The items included in this post are:

-Black Turtle neck tunic from Peacocks

-Short shorts from Primark

-Sleeveless Brown Cardigan from H&M

-Black Opaque tights

-Sally Bowler Hat from New Look

-Stacked rings from H&M (2 left index finger and 2 on thumb ring; 2 on right middle finger)

-Brogues

That's all. Just a simple, preppy like outfit that I wore. It's blimming hot here. I didn't sleep very well and tha could be one of the reasons why I'm in a moody state.

Hope you like my outfit and enjoyed this post.

Accessories Haul

Hello, Lovies!

Sorry again for not being as active. I'll do my best to keep updating you lot with what's been going on in Sara's Land. I can tell you that I've been slightly more busy than usual. I have my good mate's wedding in a couple of weeks and I've been out helping her shop for items (I also bought a few little things for myself which I'm about to show you) and then there's work and just other stuff like keeping up with my favourite TV show Neighbours and reading books. More or less doing stuff that I enjoy that doesn't include the computer as well.

Here's a haul for you. I haven't got anything wow and big to show you. It's more of an Accessories haul. Nonetheless, I hope you enjoy!

Sally Bowler hat -New Look £12

I've been looking for a decent hat for a while. Mainly a Trilby hat, but seeing as it's Summer and only Straw hats are around, it was nearly impossible to find one. And then after watching Vanessa Carlton's newest video for her single Carousel, I wanted one like hers. And thus, I found this hat. I love the feathers on it And it looks pretty swell on:

I bought another of those oversized tops that I bought in my last haul. I found a black one and purchased it right away for only £3 from Primark:

Then from H&M, I bought a pack of stacked rings which I've been obsessed with for ages:

H&M £2.99

And a pair of cute, Coral polka dot tights that I found in their sale for a quid:

Then I went in to Topshop *faints*. Gosh that store is just beautiful. I saw a pretty mustard coloured mini jersey dress on a Mannequin but couldn't find it anywhere to buy it! It was no where to be seen, which sucked. Because it's such a beautiful colour. I didn't buy much from there besides this gorgeous, gorgeous Nail polish and a ring:

Topshop £5

It's like a nude colour for me seeing as I'm of a caramel-y skin coloured person. It looks gorgeous on.

Topshop £5 (I think - I'll check :P)

I've got the nail colour on in this photo. Yes, I applied it as soon as, ha.

Coconut and Cinnamon incense sticks and incense
holder -Evolution £1 each and £2

I'VE FOUND A CINNAMON INCENSE STICK. You guys really don't know how happy I am. I LOVE the smell Cinnamon, the taste, the colour of ground cinnamon. And I've always wondered/ wanted a Cinnamon incense - not knowing they existed. You see, Lovies. This is why I Love Evolution. *sigh* I wish it were closer. Damnit. So, you'd think I'd already have lit it and enjoyed the scent, yes? No. I haven't opened it yet, in fear of me lighting all of them at once and having it finished before the end of the week. So I saved the best 'til last and opened the Coconut incense first and man. Man, oh man. The coconut one is delicious smelling. AND the scent stays for ages. Love it.

Pendant -Claire's £1.50 sale

Just a small necklace I saw for sale. It went down 50p at the till, too. I'm not sure what it says. "Ow"? "Oui"? Either way, it looks cute on and it has a little diary that says "I love you" on it ^.^

And lastly, a belt from Primark for a pound:

It's got floral patterns. To be honest, I didn't really know how to take a picture of it O.o

So that's my Accessories Haul for you Lovies to see. Maybe I've given an idea on what you could buy on your shopping spree? Or maybe not.

I just wanted to share with you a song that I discovered only yesterday that has been on repeat since. I Love it so much. It's a song that I heard on the ASDA FM whilst grocery shopping there. I'd always listen to it, but the darn DJ guy wouldn't say who it's by. And I couldn't tell because it was really faint. But I found it. After a whole 2 months, I've found the song. And it's "Cosmic Love" by Florence + The Machine.

Enjoy!

Boho Blabber; Nose re-pierced

Forgot to mention in the post below that I got my nose re-pierced!
I'm glad I got it done again because I missed it so much. And I'm glad I'm actually allowed a facial piercing at work now.

Sorry about the crappy picture. I took that just before writing this post :P

Enjoy.

Boho Blabber; Shopping Haul

Lovies!

It's been ages and I do apologize to those who have been looking forward to my posts!
I suppose I've been somewhat busy/ lazy. But that shouldn't matter because here is a long post for you all, full of photos of the things I bought on Thursday.

Tie Dye maxi -New Look

It was very hard getting the whole of the dress in the shot as it's so long. But it is a maxi bodycon, if that makes sense. Fits nicely and I Love the tie dye going on. It looks a bit like my tie dye shirt I wore in my early OOTD's, actually.

Black leather brogues -Primark

Remember the Floral Brogues I had my eyes on? Well, they were on Sale.. And you know what people are like when it comes to sales. And I was a bit late, so there were none left for me *cries*
But, I still bought a pair. So here it is. It was for a very good price, also!

Oversized shirt -Primark

Gosh, I LOVE this top. I wish I bought more of these in different colours. Hopefully soon, because it looks gorgeous on and looks good with a lot of items. And it's great for Summer.

Platform snake skin heels

Yeah, don't ask how I'm going to walk in these for a party coming up because I have no idea. But practice makes perfect! Mehh.

Feather earrings

These beauties were only £1.50. I've always wanted a pair of feather earrings and I love the pattern on these so I purchased them!

Nude beanie

I like hats, and this was only for a quid so a mate and I bought one!

Nirvana Spa Coconut Ice Cream Shower Gel

I had my eyes on this bottle for a while, and again, I never got round to actually buying it. So yesterday, I went and got it and I used it this Morning. Man, does it smell good. And unlike a lot of products, the smell actually stays on you (?) after you come out of the shower. So it's not just a bliss then and there, you've got the fragrance on afterwards!

The Wedding Girl by Sophie Kinsella writing as
Madeleine Wickaham

We all know how much I Love Sophie Kinsella. So I bought this book she's written as Madeleine Wickham (which is her real name). So far, so good!

Enjoy!
Sara

Song Of The Day

Amanda Palmer's "Runs In The Family