Grunge Inspired Summer Lookbook

Can you believe we're already in summer 2016?! I definitely can't! Time has been absolutely flying by and we're loving it! We decided to publish this lookbook to get the #summervibes feels! 

PS. We added the flowery boots because it's still freezing in England! Lots of love xxx

Question of the day:

What's your favorite part about SUMMER?! 

Ours is THE BEACH and ofcourse.. THE SUN!!!

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Confidence.

Light.

Happiness.

Love, 

Ayah & Kimmy xxx

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Move it| ETL

I am not a big fan of exercise. I really don't like sports, I'm not a co-ordinated nor a fit person so getting motivated to exercise is a real struggle.If you're a busy and poor uni student it can be especially difficult if you don't want to pay the expensive gym prices and you're trying to figure out a way to go running and be back in time for that 9 am in the furthest building away on campus.

So I've sourced a couple of ideas to sneak in a bit of exercise for the busy/poor/demotivated student:

Strike a pose

Yoga has so many great effects on your body. From waking you up, to stretching and relaxation- there is something for everyone. I am a big fan of Yoga with Adriene. She's a really funny, straight-talking girl. Her videos are really encouraging and what's great is that you don't feel bad when you can't get a move right (the tree pose is my nemesis), she's really motivating and her videos are so positive.

At Home Workouts

When I heard about workout videos, I pictured me looking like a woman from the 80s with a leotard and bright leg warmers. But PopSugar Fitness is so much better. The workouts are fun and challenging and are a range of lengths- perfect for if you can only fit in five minutes. They guide you through the workout and offer a lower-impact version of the moves if some are a bit of a struggle (after five minutes of pilates, everything is a struggle).

Take a hike 

It's easy to squeeze a little bit of walking into your routine. Maybe walk to class instead of getting the bus, or if that's not possible then take the stairs instead of the lift or go for a wander at lunch. I love exercise that doesn't feel like exercise so walking and hiking are perfect for me. I love to get out to the peaks or walk around parks and nature, the beautiful surroundings are a distraction from the effort you're putting in and you feel great after.

Dance like no-one's watching

Learn a dance routine and perform it in your room for the pure fun of it. Or join a class, many universities have a beginner dance group in a range of styles to suit you. Give one a go and find what appeals to you. Or look out for a Ceilidh near you. These are big Scottish or Irish group dances with high-energy folk music and a LOT of skipping around. If you don't have a lot of confidence in your dancing ability these dances are great because people from all abilities and ages can join. It's crazy, fast-paced and so much fun. Why not go with a group if you're nervous and buddy up for the dances.


These are just a couple of ideas to get you started if you want to get moving but just don't know where to start. Always always remember when exercising to go at your own pace and skill-set, if something is too difficult for you then don't push yourself too hard- you don't want to risk injuring yourself. Someday you may overcome that move (damn tree pose) but that doesn't have to be today. Exercising to keep healthy is great and important, but exercising for you and because it makes you feel awesome is even better.

Question of the day:

What's your favourite form of exercise? 

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Confidence.

Light.

Happiness.

Love, 

Ayah & Kimmy xxx

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Quick and Easy Breakfast Ideas| ETL

For those of you who can't cook, I can definitely relate! In my entire 20 years of existence, I've never had breakfast until about a month ago. That's when I decided I needed to live a healthier lifestyle and upgrade my eating patterns. And let me tell you something, even though I have to wake up in the morning two hours before my lecture, every single day  to eat breakfast, I've really felt the effect of it on my body in the best way possible! I've been so much more energetic and just... feeling great...all the time! So yes I definitely encourage you try it out too!
Below are some breakfast recipes I've been eating and I can guarantee they're pretty damn delicious!


Breakfast 1:

Recipe:

1. GreekVanilla 0 fat Yoghurt with Gluten-free organic granola mixed together
2. Waffle with honey on top
3. Applie, Banana & Grapes 

Breakfast 2: 

Recipe:

1. Three kinds of Kellog's cereals (Rice Krispies, Coco Pops & Special K) mixed in with Almond Milk, Sugar & Banana on the side. #deliciousIKNOW

Breakfast 3: 

Recipe:

1. Blueberries, blackberries & strawberries mixed in with Gluten-free organic Granola and 0 fat Greek Vanilla Yoghurt. 

Question of the day:

What's your favorite go-to BREAKFAST? 

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Confidence.

Light.

Happiness.

Love, 

Ayah & Kimmy xxx

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Tribal Inspired Lookbook

Spring is finally here! With all the beautiful flowers and vibes, we thought we'd do a Spring lookbook: 

Question of the day:

What's your favorite part about SPRING?! 

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Confidence.

Light.

Happiness.

Love, 

Ayah & Kimmy xxx

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Little Lights

As courses get busier and the Christmas season rolls in it's easy to get lost in the stress of it all. Deadlines to meet, people to see, presents to buy, events to attend. It all seems to pile up. And though it's a time of so much fun and joy, it's important to remember not to do too much or you'll find yourself burning out.

So this is our little reminder to you to put your feet up! Make yourself a cup of hot chocolate, wrap up in front of a film and treat yourself!

We'd also like to set you a little challenge! Take a look around you, at your friends and family, colleagues or classmates and think about who could do with a little slice of sunshine. Perhaps they need a coffee, or a meal cooked for them, or just a night in! Be a little light in your community and just think; what can you do to make someone smile this week?

~Embrace the Light~

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Confidence.

Light.

Happiness.

Love, 

Ayah & Kimmy xxx

PS. All photos in this post are taken by Ayah & Kimmy 

The Fog and the Flowers| Lookbook

November has definitely arrived with thick fog, dark evenings and a very very chilly breeze! It's always a struggle to know what to wear in the winter months, as you're freezing when you leave the house but boiling whenever you're inside! So we thought we'd create a little lookbook inspired by the autumn/winter change.

For this look we went with another muted palette with a black blouse, black over-sized hoodie and floral statement leggings. These leggings are great because they're fun and different without being childish or looking like 'grandma's curtains'. As a little added bonus, they're super comfy to wear and are brilliant with a baggy jumper for a casual day look.

We loooove a good smokey eye and so of course what better for the foggy days and nights of November than this statement look? We used a lot of silver and greys with a bold flicked eyeliner that draws people's attention. The pink lip adds a bit of colour to the look but isn't too overwhelming.

Hair hair hair! To create this we curled the hair a bit, textured it with some hairspray and swept it into a low messy bun. We then teased out a few wisps of hair to frame the face and soften the appearance. This hairstyle is great because it's so versatile, it could look perfect with a pastel dress for a summer day out, but also really suits a casual grungy look.

Blouse: Next

Leggings: Primark

Shoes: Select

This is such an easy way to experiment with the grunge look and perfect for this chilly winter weather!

Questions of the day:

Do you usually go for a Smokey Eye or more of a Natural look?

AND.   Are flowery leggings your kinda thing too?

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Confidence.

Light.

Happiness.

Love, 

Ayah & Kimmy xxx

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PS. All photos in this post are taken by Ayah & Kimmy 

MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation REVIEW!

I've been using this foundation for the past 5 years of life! Pretty long time? I KNOW!

It works so perfectly on my skin, keeps it hydrated and moisturised and it applies really easily, without too much mess! 

For my normal everyday make-up routine, this is my go to foundation. 

I usually put on one or two layers of foundation depending on how my skin feels; and that leaves a dewy finish that is on-trend right now and perfect for a casual day out.

I use NW20 which fits perfectly with my skin colour! In the past, I struggled to find the best colour that works with my skin, and then I found this one that I really love so our tip would be to have a look around before you choose your foundation! 

The foundation also includes SPF 15, which is great since it protects your skin; especially for the rare sunny days in England! 

Except, one problem I face with this foundation, that not everyone might be fond of, is the fact that 

it doesn't last long on your face.

For my skin, it usually lasts for three to five hours at most, which can be a bit annoying at times.

That pretty much sums up how I feel about it. Am I still using it? Yes I am!

Beauty questions of the day:

What type of foundation do you use?
Have you ever used this mac one? What did you think of it? 

Hope you enjoyed this post, let us know your thoughts below!

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Confidence.

Light.

Happiness.

Love, 

Ayah & Kimmy xxx

PS. All photos in this post are taken by Ayah & Kimmy 

Autumn Bricks| Lookbook

There's a chill in the air and coursework deadlines are looming! It's time to get our study on and so we've gone for a simple hipster style outfit, perfect for a day of lectures. 

For this look we chose very muted tones (to suit the deep grey clouds at the moment!) that will draw the heat and keep a little warmer during the chilly days! You really can't go wrong with a dark outfit like this, it's really easy, especially if you're in a rush and running late for class!

The make up is simple, with a light cover of foundation, blusher and lipstick to add a bit of colour to a cold face! For the eyes we went with a little eyeliner, just on the top lid and a sweep of mascara on both lashes to make the eyes look wider and more alert (which they never are in a 9 am seminar).

Short hair can be difficult to work with but we wanted to show that you can still have fun with it! We divided the hair into a centre parting and did a Dutch braid on both sides. It's cute and great for keeping hair back on a windy day and leaves the hair really wavy afterwards!

Shirt: Next

Jumper: Primark

Shoes: Select

Ring: LucyQ

This is such an easy look, comfortable and smart and so perfect for a day studying in the library or sitting in lectures.

Questions of the day:

What are you loving at the moment?

What nail colour is your go-to for Autumn?

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Confidence.

Light.

Happiness.

Love, 

Ayah & Kimmy xxx

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PS. All photos in this post are taken by Ayah & Kimmy 

Autumn Playlist '15

Summer has come to an end! It's time to listen to chill music, drink some hot cocoa, study

and of course do a lot of blogging! To celebrate the first day of the new season we've put together a list of our current favourite songs for any mood you might be in! 

Brand New- Ben Rector

Wildfire- Seafret

Reality- Lost Frequencies feat Janieck Devy

Disarm- Ben Rector
Feel Again- One Republic
Bittersweet- ARCHIS
Wildest Dreams- Taylor Swift
Agape- Bear's Den
Call Me In The Afternoon- Half Moon Run
Fight Song- Rachel Platten

Remember! You can find our Autumn playlist here on youtube!

QOTD: 

What is your song of the moment? 

What are you most looking forward to about Autumn??

Confidence.

Light.

Happiness.

Love, 

Ayah & Kimmy xxx

PS. This post is not sponsored in any way, shape or form.

PS. All photos in this post are taken by Ayah & Kimmy 

Vintage 1940s Inspired Lookbook

While raiding Ayah's wardrobe, we found this cute little denim tea-dress, and we were inspired to do a 1940's style lookbook.

To achieve this style, we curled the hair and pinned it slightly back. For makeup we went for a winged eyeliner, whilst keeping the rest quite classic with a pink lip.
The gloves were an impulsive addition, we wanted to add a little bit of class (and let's be honest, it's just fun to wear long gloves!). We decided on simple black flat shoes because we couldn't find a heel to suit the look!

Dress: Forever21

Gloves: An independent store

This photoshoot was so much fun to do! It involved a lot of trotting back and forth as we tried to get good 'natural' action shots, as well as ignoring the strange looks we got from people driving past!

As we said, it's only a Vintage Inspired look, so forgive us for a bit of poetic licence in our historical accuracy!

Questions of the day:

Do you like to channel a little vintage into your everyday look?

What's your favourite era of fashion?

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Confidence.

Light.

Happiness.

Love, 

Ayah & Kimmy xxx

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PS. All photos in this post are taken by Ayah & Kimmy 

LONDON Part 2: PLACES TO EAT

To continue on with our London Series, today's post is all about places to eat in London! We've picked out a couple of our favourite places to visit for a quick snack, a gourmet dinner or a fancy treat for pudding! We've tried and tested them and love them all so you can trust us!!


Lunch/Snack:

1) You'll find this restaurant everywhere...and by that we mean literally every 2 blocks!
Pret A Manger is the place to go when you want a quick delicious lunch! They make really delicious sandwhiches of all kinds and have the best carrot and banana cakes! #healthyy

2) For a healthy lunch LEON is perfect for a natural, good fast food! They do little hot boxes like a chicken, lemon and olive tagine or a veggie quinoa salad. They also do a cute little fishfinger wrap which is sooo nice, from sustainable sources and healthy!

Photo taken from Google Pics!

Dinner:

3) Burgers and Lobsters

This is the place to go when you want a more high end dinner. Their customer service is absolutely incredible, I have never laughed so much at a restaurant! And just to add to the fun, the only things they have in their menu are burgers and lobsters! There's pretty much always a que, so make sure you go a teeny bit early! Also, just a heads up, the place isn't cheap but WORTH every pound! 

4) Chipotle 

Chipotle, Chipotle, Chipotle... Best Burritos ever? YES DUHll! They make the best and one of the heaviest burritos! I personally couldn't finish it, it was literallyy huge! But SO GOOD! We'd deffo recommend! ( IF you do, please let us know how brill our recommendation was! Hehe) PS. If you're starving, this is the place to eat at!

Photo taken from Google Pics! 

Dessert: 

 5)For dessert, you have so many options, but we chose to include 

LOLA's cupcakes!  They have a variety of different cupcakes which are all so good! *But Please try the oreo one, it's sooo amazing! The place is always pretty much crowded because it's just that yummy! 

6) For a bit of a fancy treat, try Browns Bar and Brasserie in Covent Garden! It is sooo beautiful, and is a pretty high end place to visit. They do gorgeous afternoon tea for £12 per person, which is quite a good price for such an amazing place and lovely food! 

7) If you're not a cupcake person, then try SNOG! A frozen yogurt place (also a bus!) The thing we love most about it is how funkyy and creative the place looks! It's appearance is so attractivee riiight?!

We hope this gives you a good idea of where to plan to eat on your next trip to London! Or if you're like us, plan your trip around your food!

Question of the day:

What's your favourite foodie place in London? 
What's your favourite type of restaurant?

PS.  We made a part 1 to this London Series which was Places to Visit! Click here to check out that post!

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Confidence.

Light.

Happiness.

Love, 

Ayah & Kimmy xxx

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PS. All photos in this post are taken by Ayah & Kimmy except the ones with the captions