Nostalgic Hot Topic Wish List

Hello! 

So today I am updating you with some of my wish list items from Hot Topic. 

Somehow, the USA and apparently all the kids now have a thing for stuff from my teens. My OG early 00s teenage self has resurged a bit since my last trip to the store. I got a hot cash coupon and I was just browsing what to get for when I'm able to use it next month. 

I am thinking, I need to be wise with my purchases now, and plan ahead and overall be truthful to what I really wear on a daily basis. 

First things first, it all started when I went into the store to get some t-shirts. Most of the people working are like 16 or so, so I went full grandma mode on them. I told them that it was weird to me seeing this things being popular and mainstream again... So of course I drooled over the classic red and black stripped Skelanimals hoodies. 

I got two tees to start with, oversized to be worn with boyish and more relaxed fits. The best part was they where like 10USD each! Scored, cuz I'm fucking broke right now. 

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I know my preferences are all over the place, but I have many alter egos apparently.

My "Maybe Get" List

Pouches are always useful, I can never have enough for on-the-go make. 

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I collect cool t-shirts, cuz that's all I can wear without fucking up at work.

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Need new summer shoes for everyday.

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I saw the exact same thingy on Shein for half the price, but I might get it for a photoshoot or look book. Strawberries and these types of accessories remind me of good ol' Fruits mag. I can see them paired with clear sun glasses and oversized jeans. 

Hot Topic/Shein

I have been using a boring stud for my nose, so a couple of these might be what I need. 

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So? What are your recent booms? Has any nostalgic character been in your mind lately?

 

Half Way into 2022... Definitely a Challenge

2022 is wellness and economical focused year. I'm working on myself and rebuilding my design portfolio. I am seeking to improve my life in many ways. This made me push gyaru to the side, but not the makeup part of it... more like I was sick of trying to look the part to everyone's eyes. It took so much energy from me and I accomplished nothing. So I decided to let go of that wrong mentality and move on.

I'm turning 30 this year, so I am starting to clean and take priority on myself and my life ahead. I tuned out from being glued to the news, social media and even retail therapy.

Of course also my diet and weight loss journey had to be refocused and rearranged. Turning down the noise of the external voices and expectations shaped my own internal mindset.

I have reached burnout like most of my generation when there seems to be no escape from a mediocre and shitty lifestyle. Someday, I hope to help younger generations avoid that BS that we were fed. We don't need to push ourselves aside in order to be effective workers. I noticed that having mental breakdowns and crying on my desk every morning was not the life I wanted.

In truth, I have accomplished so much on my own... however, I believe that more can be done and that I indeed deserve more than what I have. My career as a designer has barely started, but it's time to give it a push. The next level will need all my focus and dedication. 

For now, I'm happy going out once in a while, doing my makeup when I have the energy to enjoy it and my bare face is equally as hot and interesting as the snatched one. 

My priorities for 2022 and beyond

• Eating well and drinking water to reduce water retention
• Gaining a healthy fitness level (covid fucked my lungs)
• Going out more and meeting real-life friends
• Reaching my savings goal
• Eliminate credit card debt
• Continue with my orthodontic treatment
• Build a new portfolio and website
• Get more illustration experience
• Move in with my love 
• Get better at Apex Legends (xD)

It's selfcare time for this bitch <3 So please cheer me on!

XOXO-

Phone Blog: Daily Makeup+More food!

Hello!٩(ˊ〇ˋ*)و

Today's post is more of a soft daily blog? Today we had a potluck at work, because we are celebrating a project we have been working on for quite a while. 

I made some soy meat ceviche, which everyone loved. I'm so happy lately that I get compliments on my cooking.(*ﾉ∀`*)

We had Thai food, Mexican food and Korean since our staff is pretty diverse. We had a nice chat until it was time to go finish our daily tasks.

During the day I was chatting with the GyaruGo gals and I saw that Chio made a pretty amazing make for everyday wear. I got really inspired to try as well since I brought my cosmetic bag to the office. Everyone helped and gave me specific directions. (♡°▽°♡)

This was the result for today! We concluded that I need a thinner eyeliner so my hanging lid doesn't eat it up as much. Also a liquid one is best for thin wrinkled lids kkkkkkk.

I think it's good enough for daily make with no cl and probably no lashes... (however I'm wearing really tiny ones from Daiso).

Also, tear bags are a must and they aid with it looking more gyaru-like. Of course I need a better pulse and cleanliness... but it serves its purpose.

My outfit was comfy: 

Top-Tralala//Skirt-Uniqlo//Shoes- Dreamly

(My mom made fun of my skirt because it was too long TT_TT)

After work I went to get some dinner with my mom and sis... of course I had a delicious margarita. I loooove tequila and agave flavor is the best! (っ˘ڡ˘ς)

I need to purchase some tequila to keep at home since it's the only liquor I can handle. I can't wait for Thanksgiving so I can host it myself with nice cocktails.

ヽ(o´∀`)ﾉ♪♬On to some wishes and inspo from March '09 Popteen ヽ(o´∀`)ﾉ♪♬ I love this year, cuz there are so many cute trends for colder months! To me it was one of the best years for gyaru (my opinion).

I need more spacious cute bags!

I see some deco in my future! I have my digital camera that needs some love (ノ°∀°)ノ⌒･*:.｡. .｡.:*･゜ﾟ･*☆

Some purikura ideas... since I'm a lil awkward to go to them by myself lately... would it be time to hit R1? ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)


Now is time to call it a day. I'm so happy to be able to post often, my brain is cooperating. 

Have a lovely weekend 

(－ω－) zzZ

XOXO-

Kiwiitan