Style Stalking: Liliana

All Thrifted

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We decided to start celebrating outfits who inspire us by giving them their own posts. We constantly see beautiful outfits around school which remind us that inspiration is not only on the cover of  magazines. I think it's important to remember that style doesn't always come with a $500 price tag and in a size 0. So we want to celebrate the individuals who express themselves nonetheless.

 This is Liliana.  

Black in LA

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      LA has been exaggeratedly hot this week. I'm talking high 80's / low 90's here but the weather has not affected my desire to wear black. That's all I want to wear! I know I know...It's unreasonable but I want to wear a leather jacket, combat boots & have messy hair. Unfortunately, It's a very bad idea because HEAT. I'm also on the hunt for the perfect wrist watch. I really love the Nixon watches they are so beautiful. And since it's finally beach weather I hope my next splurge is on dresses. That Monki dress is so cute and I'd like to get similar styles. Hopefully it wont be too hard to move on from this phase. (I don't think it'll be that hard since sweat is literally rolling down my face as I type this...ok TMI I know..)
            I'm trying to get into the summer weather by listening to some music and Rita Ora's new song has been a major help. Ugh it's just that type of song, ya know? Oh and don't even get me started on the remixes. Just go listen for yourself. It's perf. Hope you all have a lovely weekend!

 - Carolina  x

Weekend Splurge

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This weekend I went out and bought some exciting things. This is my first time ever buying M.A.C Cosmetics and let me tell you - I'm super excited. I went into the M.A.C store and was very kindly helped with picking the right shade of foundation and lipsticks for me. 

          In the end I bought Studio Sculpt in NC42 , Oil Control, Russian Red lipstick and Ravishing lipstick. I loved the fact that the make up artist applied all of the products I was considering and basically gave me a free make over. There is something very satisfying about wearing a full face of make up (something I'd never officially experienced in my 18 years of being a girl). I bought the make up with prom as my excuse but let's be real, I'm going to need a lot more than foundation and some lipstick.

        After my M.A.C splurge ya homegirl was broke so I went to Target and bought a stipple brush similar to the one used to apply my foundation in M.A.C (but it didn't break my bank). I also bought a eyebrow /eyeliner (?) pencil from Wet n' Wild, not sure about that one yet. I also got some new sunnies from F21! Then went home to a new Nylon Mag (I love Jessica Alba). 

- Carolina 

  

Russian Red & Ravishing

Pasadena // Birthday // 80's Party

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      Saturday afternoon we decided it was time to finally visit the much talked about Urth Caffe in Pasadena in celebration of my 18th Birthday! (I am officially considered an adult for certain things.)  The food was yummy and looked amazing. Everything is organic and you could definitely taste it. It's totally worth checking out. We also stopped by Mac Cosmetics for some prom make up! Carolina got some great advice and beautiful products. After Pasadena and Griffiths Park we made an appearance at a High School 80's Roller Skating Party. We quickly threw on some "80's" looking pieces mainly neon and lots of pink blush. We ended the night around 1:30 AM because of traffic but all in all it was a great night.

   
-Alex

                            Wearing a body con stripe dress, jewelry and hat from F21. Shorts from UO.

     Backpack from Call It Spring

Carolina's Jacket from Forever 21, Sweater from H&M, Sunglasses from Forever 21 

Blazer from Target and Neon Shirt from H&M

Stripes + Gold

everything is F21 except the shoes they're ALDO

Hello everyone! It's time we added more of the "style" we mention in our bio on our posts. So with that said pictured are some recent buys from Forever 21. All I did was grab my jacket and shoes to complete the look! I also bought another dress that I hope to include in an April Haul. 

-Alex 

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Good Vibes

Fuck you March.
During last month I forgot a few things that I hope I don't ever forget.
You're allowed to be selfish. You're allowed to change your mind. You're allowed to be independent without being considered a bitch. Don't ever change your sensational (and sometimes complex) personality and quirks for anyone.  Sometimes you forget that you (and only you) have complete control over who/what happens in your life. If you don't like something, REMOVE IT and keep moving forward.

If that particular girl in your group of friends keeps being mean to you then stop being around her or say something. Don't just sit there and take her crap. You don't have to deal with that.

 If you don't want to date that guy then kindly decline and don't feel bad. Life is too short to date boys you have zero interest in.

If your econ teacher keeps making sexist comments and jokes. Question him and be sassy. That 40 year old better stick to teaching you how to find the marginal cost instead of making fun of girls.

Don't wallow in the negative shit.
Instead, focus on the good stuff and let it be your motivation to keep going. Surround yourself with people that have positive attitudes and respect you. Treat yourself to some good fucking food. Try all the coffee and fruity drinks in that coffee shop you go to simply because you can .And whenever you feel stressed take a deep breathe and make some lists. Don't be miserable due to things you have the ability to change.Life is amazing. You're amazing. Enjoy it.

Hello April.

-Carolina x

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Behind This Blog: Alex

       

             It's time we stopped being strangers! This blog is about to get a lot more personal. To prepare you for this exciting milestone we decided to properly introduce ourselves. So below is a short interview with Alex, who is 1 out of the two people running Carolina & Alex. We also shot a quick video (with a sneaky ootd) in hopes you'll get a sense of what Alex is like. Check it out and enjoy! x  

Name: Stephanie Alejandra or "Alex"
Age: 18
Location: Suburb of Los Angeles, CA

Who are you? I am the "Alex" behind Carolina and Alex. I am the artist and creative backbone. 

Fave style icon(s)? I am drawn to the effortless style of Alexa Chung, and the sharp minimalist Look of Aimee Song, (overall Aimee Song is probably my spirit animal)

What have you recently been listening to? Foster the People's new album Supermodel!! If you haven't listened to it what are you waiting for? You're missing out!

Any current obsessions? Black ,White and GOLD! I love that trio. Also I would have to say the Nike Roshe look with a sharp minimalist outfit.

What do you do during your free time? I enjoy redecorating my bedroom and working on cool D.I.Y projects.

Favorite book? My all time favorite would have to be The Perks of Being a Wallflower, it got me through high school, I probably read it every year of high school.

Fave place to be? I think Los Angeles in general, I enjoy being in the City. That or in our local art gallery. 

What are your future plans? Graduate from University and land myself a job as an interior designer/set designer.

Dream vacation? Road trip around Mexico City, I want to go back to my roots. 

Goals? Probably to have traveled most of Europe, worked as set crew in a movie, Produce a Film!

Your three simple pleasures: A full season of a good show, frozen yogurt, and my white comforter

Essentials: headphones, statement jacket, sunglasses, and chunky shoe

What is your mantra? Stay Golden (I might even get it tattooed)

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