OOTD: Gold and Stripes

Hi Everyone! I'm really excited because...tomorrow's my birthday!!!!!!!!!!! I'm turning 18! Even just thinking about it is weird. Time flies so quickly! I will admit, I'm a bit anxious to turn 18. Even though I'll still be a teenager, it just seems like I won't be a kid anymore.

But, anyway, I haven't done an outfit of the day in a while, so I thought that I would do one today...well, this is actually what I wore to Church on Sunday.

Striped Shirt: I'm not sure

Cardigan: Aeropostale

Belt: Khol's

Pants: Khol's

Shoes: Khol's

Necklace: Forever 21

Selfie!

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Stay True, Be You,

Itunu

Monthly Faves: May 2014

Hey Everyone! Happy Friday!!!!!! Okay, I'm pretty sure that everyone should be out of school by now. If you're not, then you better be going back like way in October. I'm just kidding! 

I know I'm really late, and I think I was late for last month's favorites too, but here are my Monthly Faves. (P.S. I changed the name from (insert Month here) Favorites to Monthly Faves, so don't worry, it's the same favorites post that I do every month!)

Most of my favorites for this month are music favorites because I've just been looking for new songs to listen to, and I found quite a few good ones! But I also have 2 beauty favorites and 2 random favorites (the second one isn't pictures here), so let's just get started!

Beauty

1. Vidal Sassoon Extra Firm Hold Mousse: My sister has used this mousse on my hair a couple of times-first, for my graduation, and secondly, when I got tired of having straight hair last week. I really like this mousse because it definitely fits with the name when it says extra firm hold. The only thing I don't like about it is how crunchy and stale it makes my hair feel. I haven't find a mousse that doesn't do that yet, but if you know of a mousse that can actually leave hair feeling smooth and soft, please let me know!

2. NYC Sky Rise Lengthening Mascara: I've talked about this before in one of my favorites post last year, but I didn't have much appreciation for this mascara until a couple months ago when I started using a new one. The new one that I got was for curling eyelashes, and I don't know why I got it because I didn't really want a mascara that curls my eyelashes (I'm not saying that it's a bad mascara. It's great if you want your eyelashes to be curled.). I was more focused on one that lengthened my lashes, and this NYC mascara is great for that!Next up, I'm looking for a mascara that both lengthens and adds volume to my eyelashes!

Who? What? Wear?: Disney World

Hey Everyone! I am so exhausted right now! Let me tell you all about the past two days: Yesterday, I went to my college orientation. It was pretty exciting, but nerve raking at the same time. I've said this in previous posts, but I'm not the most out-going person. Because of this, it was really hard to connect with people and make potential friends. I did see 2 other girls from my high school, so I talked to them, and I did make small talk with other people, but the conversations kind of just awkwardly lingered. There were over 100 of us, and we were group 3 out of 6 groups that are having orientation in the next few weeks, or that have already had orientation over the past few weeks. So, I'm really hoping that I can find some good, supportive friends when I start college! 

So, we stayed overnight so that we could get the full college experience, and it was all pretty fun!

But anyway, today I'm doing another edition of Where Ya Going? Whatcha Wearing?, but I thought about it, and the title is so long! So, I changed it to Who? What Wear? I changed it up a bit, so the outfit is kind of custom to your style. I'll probably just stick to doing one outfit per post for a bunch of different locations, so if you see an outfit for a certain location that I didn't match with your style, just send me a message or comment below! 

Who: You!

What('s your style): Casual, Cute, and Comfy

Wear: muscle tees, cute shorts and sneaks, with a pair of sunnies and a simple, but sweet wristlet

For item's stores and pricing details, click here!

If you want suggestions on what to wear when you're going to Disney World for a more girly look, or maybe a preppy look, be sure to tell me in the comments! If you liked this post, then why not subscribe, eh?

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Stay True, Be You,

Itunu

Summer Staples 2014

Hey Everyone! How's your Friday going? Are you guys on Summer Break yet? I know states like California and Arizona, and some of the other western states may not be out of school yet, but you're getting there!Some countries don't even have Summer Break as long as the U.S does. Correct me if I'm wrong, but I think that the U.K doesn't have a really long Summer Break, but what they do is equally distribute the breaks throughout the school year. So, they would have like a 7 week Summer Break and a 7 week Christmas Break (I'm not sure if this is the exact number of weeks.).

I'm kind of getting off topic here...hehe.

Before I start on today's post, I need to tell you something. This applies to all bloggers, website owners, YouTubers, etc:

IF YOU HAVE POSTED PICTURES ON YOUR BLOG THAT AREN'T YOURS, IT MAY BE ILLEGAL.

Click here to get more information from a blogger who actually had to pay for using pictures that weren't hers.

This made me so frustrated when I read this on a blog this morning, because I get most of the pictures on my blog off of Google, Tumblr, WeHeartIt, etc. So if my blog seems kinda picture-less right now, it's because I've deleted all of the pictures that aren't mine.

So that means I'm going to be taking a lot of pictures, doing a lot of editing, etc. over the next few weeks. Please bear with me these next few weeks because not only will I be taking my own pictures and whatnot, but my BeYoutiful Beauties is currently in the process of a makeover! So look out for that too!
I hope this made you guys aware of the risks of using someone else's pics on your blog (I heard that it's illegal to do this on Instagram too!). Be sure to spread the word!

Summer Fitness Routine

Hey Everyone! How is your Saturday going? I've basically been on my regular Saturday routine: Computer, Twitter, Instagram, repeat. But I finished out the day well by getting McDonald's...probably not the best thing to say especially for today's post! 

Here's my Summer Workout Routine! Hehe...

To get all the details on this workout look, check out my Polyvore Page!

Be sure that you're wearing something comfortable, something that you can exercise in.

You probably won't be able to carry a bottle of water with you while you're running, but be sure to hydrate before and after you workout, as well as throughout the day.

If you want to listen to music while working out, then go ahead! My little sister actually said something wise about this. When you're running, it's best not to have both earplugs in, especially when you're running by yourself. Use caution.

So, here's my Summer Workout Routine!

1. I usually do jumping jacks right before I stretch. I don't know why I don't stretch before I do jumping jacks, I'm just weird like that! I try to do 5 sets of 20 jumping jacks throughout my whole workout because it's really good for your legs. 

2. Next, I do 50 squats, and it's just when you squat down and jump up. When I first started doing squat jumps, it was so hard for me, but once you get used to it, it's not THAT hard (but, it is still hard!)

3. Then, I do side twists. You start off with your back leaned back and your feet slightly off the floor. Then twist to one side, and then to the next side. You can either count to 100 as you go from side to side, or you can count to 50, because going from one side to the other side equals one cycle.

4. I do the bicycle two ways: Sometimes, I straighten each leg out, but others times, I actually do the bicycle motion. I usually do 20 of these.

 5. I don't know if this is what this exercise is called, but it is backwards sit ups. You basically just rock back and forth without your head touching the ground. (It's not as easy as it sounds!) I do 20 of these.

6. After that, I do lunge jumps, which is getting into a lunge position, jumping up, and then switching to the other leg. I don't usually count how many of these I do, but it's about 10-15 cycles.

7. Lastly, I just stretch again.

Then, you're finished with the workout!

P.S. These aren't easy exercises, and you're not going to get an awesome bikini body the first time you do this workout, but keep working toward your goal, and you'll look great!

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Stay True, Be You,

Itunu

The Quirky Cutie

Hey Everyone! So, guess what? I graduated on Sunday! It was so much fun, and I had fun with my family and friends! It was great! If you want to see my Graduation Pics, you can check them out on my Twitter or Instagram, both @itunu_aro. 

Anyway, today I actually made a Polyvore account because I wanted to make sets of outfits and whatnot without using Photo grid, because I know that I use Photo grid a lot. So, I just wanted to try something different! The set below is called The Quirky Cutie!

I called this look the quirky cutie because it kind of describes my style. I wear glasses and I like bows, but I also like dressing girly and cute (when I'm not being lazy!). If you want to check out my Polyvore page click here.
Also, if you have a Polyvore page that you would like me to check out, leave your Polyvore user name in the comments!

Thank You!

Stay True, Be You,

Itunu

Summer Collage

Hey Everyone! Happy Saturday! So, guess what? I'm graduating tomorrow! I'm so excited, but nervous at the same time! (If you're graduating high school, college, middle school, or even elementary school, Congratulations from me to you!) For me, Summer Break has officially started, so I thought I would post a cool collage of the summertime!

P.S. Don't worry, for those of you who haven't started Summer Break yet, hang in there a few more weeks. I'll probably do a few Summer DIY projects leading up to Summer officially starting next month!

These are just a few things that come to mind when I think of Summer. 

1. Cute Penny Boards: I don't have a penny board, but I think that they're so cute, especially the pastel colored ones. I don't even know how to skateboard, but I still think that penny boards are super cute!

2. Buggy Vans: I'm not sure what these are called: Buggy Vans, Volkswagen Vans, Caravans, but these cars are so cool! I actually think that they're probably the coolest cars out there, and I'm not just saying that because One Direction rode in an orange buggy van in What Makes You Beautiful (remember that?)!

3. OOTDs: Summer is a time where you can be so creative and expressive yourself in clothing. So, Summer OOTDs are really fun, creative, and ca-yute!

4 & 5: Healthy and Colorful Food: I feel like Summer is really the time when fruit comes out a lot. I'll post some healthy and delicious recipes in the summertime!

6. OOTD #2: Again with the OOTDs! I just think Summer outfits are so cute!

7. Lemonade: When I think of Summer, I think of yummy lemonade!

8. Sunglasses: Sunglasses are a must for Summer, and there are so many cool prints and styles out there, so check them out!

What do you think of when you hear the word "Summer"? Comment!

Thank You!

Stay True, Be You,

Itunu

April Favorites

Hey Everyone! Sorry that I'm posting this kind of late in the day. I went graduation dress shopping with my Mom and my sisters today, and I found my graduation dress! My graduation is about a week away! I'm so excited! Anyway, enough about me. I'm really sorry that this post is a little bit late in the month (not a little; we're half way through May!), but here are my April Favorites!

P.S. I know that a few months ago, I said that I would always have 9 favorites total, but I didn't try out that many new things this month, so...yeah.

Beauty/Skincare

1. St. Ives Fresh Skin Apricot Scrub: I'd been wanting to buy this for a long time, and I finally bought it a few weeks ago. I think that this is a really great face wash because it cleans out my pores and leaves my skin feeling renewed and refreshed (I sound like I'm in a commercial!).

2. Olay Ultra Moisture with Shea Butter: This is a really good body wash because it says on the container that it has 1 jar of moisturizer inside it, and it definitely seems like it does. I wouldn't recommend just this when taking a shower because I'm not sure it cleans germs as well as other products, so I would say that you should use soaps like Dove or Dial before using this moisturizing wash.

Entertainment

1. Like Me- Jake Miller: I know that this song wasn't originally sung by Jake Miller. I think it was sung by Chiddy Bang, but the first time I heard it was when Jake Miller sang it.I don't know, I've had this obsession with Jake Miller since I discovered his music like a little over a month ago (I don't know why I didn't know about him before last month!). I really like his music and I think he's sooooo cute!

2. Chrisley Knows Best: Okay, if you haven't watched this show, you should! Chrisley knows best is a reality show about a wealthy family who live in Georgia (I do too!). Their family is hilarious, and I just think that it's a good show.

Random

1. Chobani Greek Yogurt: I really like this yogurt, especially the one with mango, because it's really nutritious and delicious!

2. Black Forest Fruit Snacks: You may think that these are just ordinary fruit snacks, but they actually have fruit juice inside! Like liquid juice! I'm not sure if it's healthy or not, but it tastes healthier than Fruit Gushers, so I guess that means it's healthy!

3. Birthday Cake Filled Oreos: These are so unhealthy, but they're just so good. We bought these over Spring Break, and my little sister, my Mom, and I finished them in like 3 days!

4. Hobby Lobby: This seems like such a random "random favorite" after I just listed 3 foods, but I've gone to Hobby Lobby quite a bit of times these past few weeks. First, I went to get some things to decorate my locker board, and then, we went to get supplies to make my Mom's Mother's Day Gift. If you like doing DIYs, then Hobby Lobby is the place for you!

If you have any April Favorites, be sure to comment telling me!

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Stay True, Be You,

Itunu