University Advice

This blogpost is for those who are thinking of or are heading to University this year or in the future. I'm writing this because I wish I would have read something like this before setting off for uni. I'm going to give you guys some tips to survive your first year and hopefully help you get the most out of it. I'm going to talk about a few main topics which involve uni life.

Money

I would definitely 100% advise saving. I went to uni with hardly any savings and I definitely regret that. I would also recommend (with caution) for you to open some sort of student account that has an overdraft. I and a lot of my friends have the Santander account, you get an overdraft of £1,500 and you have a year after you graduate to pay it off. Although, I don't recommend going to far into & use it only if you really have no other option because once you're in it, you'll find it hard to get out. Another good thing about the Santander account is that you get a free railcard for 3 years which is really useful especially if you're going to be travelling home during term time. 

Mini Haul: Boots, Superdrug, Primark & Body Shop

Over the last week I've bought quite a few new bits and pieces that I thought I would share with you all. The first product that I bought was a shirt which I LOVE and it's from Primark.

Coachella 2014 - my favourite looks!

Every year we have Coachella and every year I want to go more and more purely because it looks amazing but also because everyone is dressed AMAZING. I have totally fallen in love with some of the Coachella outfits this year so I thought I would share my favourites with you all.

1. Selena Gomez

I absolutely adore this outfit. It's so simple as she's just wearing shorts and a top but the patterned dress on top just gives it such a beautiful, elegant look. Topped of with the hat, Selena looks flawless.

2. Kendall & Kylie Jenner

                                  

Shorts are definitely a must have for every festival and both Kendall and Kylie have paired their shoes with really cute tops which are casually but with the use of accessories they have made their outfits both look glamours and festival like.

3. Vanessa Hudgens

Vanessa Hudgens is no doubt THE QUEEN of Coachella. Every single year her outfits look amazing. I absolutely love the colours, the style and the shapes of these outfits and I just love he whole look in general. Also, love the hat which a lot of people have been pairing with their outfits at Coachella this year.

4. Beyonce

As usual, Queen B looks amazing. Pairing a simple pair of denim shorts with a top. Classic but amazing.

So basically, I just really want to go to Coachella and every one looks amazing there. Let me know some of your favourite Coachella looks. 

Anastasiya X

Favourite Kylie Jenner looks

I have been absolutely loving Kylie Jenner and her outfits recently (I can't believe she's only 16!). I thought I would share my favourite Kylie looks on here. The thing I adore the most about Kylie's dress sense is that even when wearing jeans and a top she still manages to look fabulous.

Hope you guys enjoyed this post - I may do a follow up post where I try to find hughstreet equivalent  outfits to Kylie's. Let me know if this is something you would like to see.

Anastasiya X

My week in pictures!

HEre is my week in pictures - yes I had two nandos. I love nandos. 

TMI Tag

I haven't really spoken too much about myself on my blog yet so here's a chance to get to know me :)

1: What are you wearing?

Topshop blue jeans and a stripy top.

2: Ever been in love?

I am right now.

3: Ever had a terrible breakup?

No, pretty lucky in that respect.

4: How tall are you?

5ft 6.

5: How much do you weigh?

More than I want to but I'm determined to get that bikini bod.

6: Any tattoos?

No, if I ever do decide to get a tattoo it's going to be something that means a lot to me and probably in a place that can be covered. 

7: Any piercings?

Just my ears but there are so many piercings I want, I'm just a wimp.

8: OTP?

Ooooh it would have to be, Peyton and Lucas from One Tree Hill.

9: Favourite show?

I watch way to much TV but some of my favourites are - revenge, scandal, prison break, one tree hill, hostages. 

10: Favourite bands?

Bastille and Arctic Monkeys have released some pretty good songs in the last year or so. I usually listen to dance music more than anything so in terms of that Clean Bandit, Wilkinson and Disclosure have been my fave.

11: Something you miss? 

I started university last year and when I'm there I miss home a lot.

12: Favourite song?

At the moment it's Clean Bandit - Rather Be.

13: How old are you?

19. Can't believe I'm 20 this year!

14: Zodiac sign?

Cancer.

15: Quality you look for in a partner?

Honesty. Loyalty and in general, someone that mask me happy.

16: Favourite Quote?

I literally live by quotes, there are so many I love. One of my all time favourites is "Dream until your dreams come true."

17: Favourite actor?

Jonah Hill, he makes me happy. 

18: Favourite colour?

Pastel pink and all pastels in general.
 
19: Loud music or soft?

Depends on my mood but I like both at the right time.

20: Where do you go when you’re sad?

My bed is the best with a sad film. 

21: How long does it take you to shower?

About 10 minutes, a little longer when I'm washing my hair.

22: How long does it take you to get ready in the morning?

30-40 mins.

23: Ever been in a physical fight?

No.

24: Turn on?

A nice smile and eyes.

25: Turn off?

Cockiness.

26: The reason I joined Youtube?

I have done YouTube videos in the past and I'm hoping to do more once I gain a bit more confidence but I think it's a great way to express yourself.

27: Fears?

Death. 

28: Last thing that made you cry?

Silly things make me cry, typical hormonal girl.

29: Last time you said you loved someone?

Told my little sister a little while ago.

30: Meaning behind your YouTube Name?

It's just my name, nothing exciting.

31: Last book you read?

Behind the scenes at the museum by Kate Hopkins. Part of my English degree but it was quite interesting. 

32: The book you’re currently reading?

The secret garden - again, part of my degree.

33: Last show you watched?

Watching come dine with me as I type.

34: Last person you talked to?

My sister. 

35: The relationship between you and the person you last texted?

My boyfriend.

36: Favourite food?

Everything that is bad for you. Ive got such an obsession with Wagamamas at the moment though and that's not too bad for you. 

37: Place you want to visit?

New York is top of my list. America, Australia, Japan and Dubai are some others.

38: Last place you were?

Tesco.

39: Do you have a crush?

Only my boyfriend, haha cringe.

40: Last time you kissed someone?

Today.

41: Last time you were insulted?

I can't even think of a time right now but I'm sure it was recently.

42: Favourite flavour of sweet?

Sour sweets all the way. 

43: What instruments do you play??

None, I wish I could though.
 
44: Favourite piece of jewellery?

My Pandora rings.

45: Last sport you played?

I usually go to the gym but I'm going to start playing tennis soon.

46: Last song you sang?

A song from frozen with my sister.

47: Favourite chat up line?

Can there be such a thing?

48: Have you ever used it?

N/A

49: Last time you hung out with anyone?

Spent today with my boyfriend. 

50: Who should answer these questions next?

Anyone who took their time to read this :) 

Favourite iPhone apps

My phone is a big part of my life and I would imagine, all of yours too so I thought I would dedicate a post to it.I have the iPhone 4s and I've had it for around two years (I REALLY want the 5s champagne gold). I think my favourite thing about my phone is the amount of different apps you can find and download. I'm going to let you guys know which ones I use all the time and why I love them them.

Photography

Instasize - I like to use this app to create the white border for instagram. Most of the pictures I post on instagram do have the white frame because I just think it looks nicer. This app is really easy and fast to use and links up straight to instagram and other places you can upload photos.

Pic Collage & Picframe - I've put these app's together as they're both similar but I like to use both of these to create picture collages. They're really easy to navigate around and there are plenty of collage options on both. 

Games

Subway Surf - I think this game has been around for a while but at the moment I am addicted to it, definitely give it a try if you're looking for a new game to play when you're bored, it'll keep you busy for hours.

Smash Hit - This is really different to any iPhone game I've ever played before but this is what I love about it. I would recommend it if you're bored of the same old games and want to try something new.

Travel

Tube Map - I'm not from London so when I do visit, this app really helps me get around. It plans your routed for you and tells you what lines you have to go on and what stops you have to swap at to reach your destination. It also updates you on any delays that the tube lines have or if any lines are closed etc.

The Train Line - If you're like me and travel quite a bit on the train, this is a GREAT app. Obviously you can look at train times on there and purchase tickets but the thing I love about it is when I'm travelling I can just type in a train and it'll tell me if it's going to be on time and what platform it's on (especially good when I'm changing trains and don't have much time.) Definitely a very handy app.

Others

Voucher Cloud - really great for picking up some bargains on the high street and at restaurants. I like to check this app if I'm going out for a meal as they always do some sort of discount. 

MyFitnessPal - I could rave about this app so much. It's really good when you're dieting to help you watch what you eat. It basically lets you record everything you eat for the day & your exercise and every day you have an amount of calories you have to meet. Really worth a try if you're trying to cut down the calories as it makes you really conscious of what you eat.

I hope you guys enjoyed this post, let me know your favourite iPhone apps, I'm always looking for new ones.

Anastasiya X