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5 Things I Love About New York City

By Nikoleta Ljuljdjuraj - 7:05 PM

There’s something refreshing and inspiring about being away from home and around different cultures, people, and energy. Luckily, I moved to NYC recently, and it really is one of my favorite places on Earth. It’s not for everyone, but for me and millions of others, it can’t be beaten. Which is why so many people live here and visit – it’s almost magnetic.

In case you’re thinking about taking a trip to or want to read my personal thoughts on New York, here are 5 of my favorite things about NYC:

1. ENERGY

New York doesn’t sleep that is true, and that’s just one part that makes up this city unique. There are thousands of restaurants, bars, shops, and most places are open late, so it really is the city that never sleeps. Between the hustle and bustle of the streets, to the people running through the park, it’s a very lively, energizing city. People work hard and play harder. It’s hard to feel unmotivated or down when you’re there – at least when it’s not freezing out. Now the time is getting colder, but still, when you walk into the city you get that spirit, that you just want to continue and do more, every single day.

2. STYLE

Of course, if not NY that who else! It hosts Fashion Week twice a year and is one of the fashion capitals of the world. From the endless shopping to the street style, NYC is crazy stylish. I could sit on a stoop and watch people or shop all day long with my sister. There’s a big variety of shops. You can find every type of store and fashion in the world, all at different price points. Personally, I love to shop at Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, Lord & Taylor, and of course ZARA. NYC always wants me to be more fashionable and pushes me outside my boundaries. Inspiration overload – and everyone and everything is effortlessly cool.

3. PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES

Out of all the cities in the world, I think New York is the skyline I enjoy the most. Not only is the scenery in NYC great for creating content, but I enjoy photography in general, so I appreciate it for a lot of reasons. The parks against huge buildings, the brownstones, and tree-lined streets, downtown against the river, everywhere you look is photogenic.

4. FOOD

You can’t talk about New York without mentioning the food. As long as you don’t fall into the tourist traps, you can have some of the best food of your life. Every cuisine imaginable and every vibe. From fancy food to street vendors, you don’t go hungry in NYC. A few places I visited are TwoHands, Sadelle's, and by CHLOE. Their food is delicious, but not only that but is great to take pictures for your content.

5. DIVERSITY

This probably adds to most of the things on this list – the energy, the food, the style – but the city is extremely diverse. You’ll meet people from ALL over the world – which is insane. Since it’s closer to Europe and such a melting pot, it’s amazing hearing different languages wherever you turn, learning about different cultures, and being immersed in diversity. It’s very refreshing.

What do you love about NYC? Let me know in the comments below!

Nikoleta Lj, xoxo.

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How To Get Ready Quickly

By Nikoleta Ljuljdjuraj - 6:36 PM

If you're like me, morning rituals may consist of only a couple of minutes to try and look the best as possible. With time, I've mastered the techniques of getting ready as quickly as possible, because thanks to college days I had to do so. When it comes to a quickly morning routine it's not only about what products I use to trim the time but how I plan ahead in case I oversleep, and let's be honest that happens to all of us, well at least to me, having long study nights...

STICK TO THE USUAL

The worst thing you could do is to try a new look that you never wear or products that you've never used before, trust me, that happen to me like a hundred of times, but NOW I know the drill. I always play safe and wear as little makeup as I can. I only use the products that I know for sure will make me look good in the areas I need it. To me, these products are a good concealer, a bit of blush, mascara, and lipstick.

THE EVERY-DAY JEANS & TOP

As much as I would love to be like those awesome bloggers, mornings don't aspire me to be one, honestly. I am not a morning person and when it comes to clothes, I'm still a mess. Luckily, most of my pieces that I wear for college are monochromatic, plain, and matching, all I have to do is grab my favorite Black Zara Jeans and any top that I reach out to first, white or gray, my favorite colors.

BREAKFAST FIRST

Makeup routine, this is where most of our time goes in the morning, even if I only wear like two or three products. I've been really committed to not leave the house without having breakfast and it actually makes the whole day better for me. It makes such a big difference, and you are more awake, your day starts great when you don't have an empty tummy. I'll never prepare something the night before because I never manage to do that, instead, I go for quick and easy things that I can eat while doing my makeup, like a smoothie. I only pour some Almond & Coconut milk, with one banana, and I also add a bit of muesli, it's so yummy. You should definitely try this recipe, it's simple and quickly recipe in the morning.

OTHER TIPS

Hm, what about a shower? I always take a shower the night before and wash my hair very often. If I *really* don't have time for that, I'll just wash my body and use dry shampoo. In case you have to look extra fancy, which happens to me many times, I have to attend presentations in college. I always wear any kind of high heels and a bold lipstick. The two will instantly make a statement to let you keep the rest of your outfit/makeup simple without being worried and late.

What are your tips for getting ready in minutes?

Nikoleta Lj, xoxo.

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How To Unwind and Recharge This Weekend

By Nikoleta Ljuljdjuraj - 3:11 PM

When the weekend comes, it’s time to step up your self-care game. Because if you’re anything like me, you’ll soon be doing many things like; cleaning, food shopping, running around to see if everything is in order, cooking, calling everyone in the family because since I study in Dubrovnik, it's the perfect time to hear from them, scheduling things and probably stressing a little too much.

So, this weekend, take a little time for yourself. Even if it’s just, fifteen minutes you spend by yourself, enjoying a cup of our favorite tea or coffee mine is the (Turkish coffee) by far my favorite one and for the Balkan people too, well many of them. Now is your time to unwind and recharge before the week begins.

STEP AWAY FROM THE DIGITAL WORLD

First thing first, well this one is tough to do because we’re surrounded by technology- which means it is very important to do, once in a while. I remember during the holiday break in my house we lost power. For the first time, I was happy about it because all of my siblings weren't in their phones and finally we could spend some time together. We burned some candles and put the fireplace on, we bundled up and played Monopoly and Scrabble all night long. No phones, no TV, no computers, no tablets. We had so much fun. I know it’s a strange thing to say, but I almost felt slightly disappointed when the power finally came back on.

Even if it’s something as simple as playing basketball in the park for twenty minutes and leaving your phone at home, or going for a walk- it’s so important to take that time to disconnect. You’d be surprised at how good it can feel.

EAT SOME GOOD FOOD

No, I don’t mean visiting your favorite place to eat. I mean getting in the kitchen and cooking a delicious meal for one. Or two, or three. Grab your friends and cook together, discover new recipes and enjoy it. This winter my sister and I, we got together so that I can teach her and she can teach me as well, to cook some of my favorite recipes. It’s a great way to share some laughs and spend some quality time together.

COZY UP

I have this ritual that I do when I have a bad day, and it’s a great way to unwind during your weekends, too. If I’m feeling stressed out or had a particularly tough day at college, I throw my favorite PJs in the dryer so they’re nice and warm, burn my favorite candle, put on a few episodes of my favorite series Suits and just cuddle up on the couch for a while. I love working, I love staying busy, whether it be writing a brief or cleaning the house. I can’t stand being still when I know I could be getting something done. It’s almost as if I sometimes feel like I don’t deserve to slow down or take a midday nap on a Saturday. I did notice, though, that once you start being kind to yourself, and allow yourself to nap, or to indulge a little when you’re feeling down, it helps you get out of that funk, faster.

GUIDED MEDITATION

If you’ve never tried meditating, guided meditation is a great place to start. While doing things like having a mini movie marathon or reading a book is a great way to relax, meditation is the ultimate tool that will help you calm your nerves and gently ease into deep relaxation. You can find a ton of great guided meditations on YouTube– they work best when you listen to them through headphones. I do these often since I suffer from anxiety and it keeps me calm and it's very helpful.

MOVE

When was the last time you put on some music and danced around the house until you were out of breath? When was the last time you went for a run or jumped on your bed like you did when you were a little kid? Just go along with it and have fun, turn yourself into a child and get the stress all out of your body.

How are you planning to unwind this weekend?

Nikoleta Lj, xoxo.

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Easy Ways To Simplify Your Life

By Nikoleta Ljuljdjuraj - 2:42 PM

How often do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed? Sometimes, I feel like I have at least a hundred things going on. College, family, my social life, my daily responsibilities, goals, blogging- it’s easy to start feeling like there aren’t enough hours in the day to do it all. Each day I have at least 10 emails to reply to, laundry to do and not to forget blog posts to write. It’s easy to start feeling overwhelmed.

I considered myself a very organized person, but still, I can't get all of these things in time. I do love to clean, de-clutter and organize because then I get that out of my chest, and I enjoy my time just then when I have everything in place. I just have too much stuff and sometimes try to do too many things at once, which let's be realistic no one can do that. It can sometimes feel like we overcomplicate our lives ourselves, although not necessarily it's our purpose.

Here are some tips that I do each time when I feel overwhelmed and I need to get things done.

CLEAN AS YOU GO

What I do each time is I wash your mug right after I finish my coffee- don’t let the dishes pile up. Do your bed right after you get up in the morning. Open the email as soon as you get home. If you do these things “as you go” you will notice that you won’t have to spend a lot of time constantly cleaning. All of these things are simple and only take up a few minutes of your time.

RE-EVALUATE YOUR RELATIONSHIPS

Don’t waste your time for people who aren’t good for you. Don’t be afraid to cut ties if you feel that the relationship is toxic and it doesn't do any good for yourself. Your time is precious, make sure to spend it with people you care about, people who make you feel good about yourself. At the end of the day who is true to you is all that matters.

DE-CLUTTER

Get rid of old things like clothes, dishes, electronics, magazines, furniture you no longer need- donate what you can. Too many material possessions sitting around can make you feel drained and they often complicate things and take your attention away from the things that matter.

UNSUBSCRIBE

I have this thing that I immediately subscribe to blogs and websites if I happen to like them at a first sight. The truth is, there are very few of those newsletter emails that I actually read. I recently unsubscribed from a whole bunch of them and now my inbox is much neater and a lot pleasant to browse through.

WRITE DOWN YOUR GOALS

I’m talking about both small daily goals like getting your workout in, finishing reading that book, organizing your makeup, etc. and life goals. Write them down go through them and pick the ones you feel are most important to you. By reducing the number of your goals you’re increasing your focus and you’ll be more likely to succeed.

CREATE A MORNING ROUTINE

This can be life-changing, at least for me it is. If you find yourself rushing out the door every morning, being in a hurry, getting an early start can give you more time to do things like sitting down and writing down your to-do list, preparing lunch and getting ready for the day, doing your makeup on time, and releasing that stress that you need to rush.

SAY NO

Don’t feel obligated to say “yes” to things you don’t feel like doing. Don’t feel the need to explain yourself- if you don’t want to do it, just say no. Nobody can be you, and that is your power, don't forget that.

STAY ORGANIZED

Have a place for everything, and put everything back where it belongs. This will make your life much easier and you won’t waste time looking for things because you don’t know where you put them.

Do you have any other ideas on how to simplify your life? Do you ever find yourself feeling overwhelmed?

Nikoleta Lj, xoxo.

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How to Make 2017 Your Best Year

By Nikoleta Ljuljdjuraj - 12:05 PM

First of all, I want you to ask - Do you believe in New Year’s resolutions?

I love to learn, I love to change, I love growing as a person and I have to say that I like self-actualization. However let’s do it this way, and call them “goals” instead of resolutions.

With 2017 there is the fresh energy and it is a great opportunity to make small or big changes in our lives.

BE PREPARED

Failure to prepare is preparing to fail. Start today. If one of your goals is to eat healthier, make sure that you get rid of any junk food you have sitting around. If you want to live a more positive, happy life, stop complaining TODAY. Make a list of the things you love, instead of complaining about the things you don’t have or don’t get to do. Whatever your goals are, make sure you have a plan, make sure you’re prepared, wake up early and get things done.

GET ORGANIZED

While the new year is the perfect time for a fresh start, the end of the year is a perfect time to get organized. Get rid of all the clutter and everything else that no longer serves you. Get rid of all the clothes that you no longer wear, donate whatever you can. Go through all of your handbags; throw away all those old receipts that found their way in and have been stuck in there for months. Do the same thing with your pantry, kitchen and your digital space. How much junk email are you getting at the moment? Unsubscribe from all services/websites you no longer use and visit, delete unused apps and old images you no longer need from your phone. De-clutter your life now, and set yourself up for success! It will feel so damn GOOD.

CREATE A VISION

Your goal can’t be just a desire that you really want. If you want to make any type of change, you need to define your goals. Every December I create a vision board for the new year to come so it helps me focus on what I actually want and need.I save my old magazines, I go through every single one of them, looking for pictures, quotes or text, articles that inspire me, I cut them out, I glue them to a white cardboard, and I hang it up in my bedroom. As I drink my tea every morning, as I get ready for the day and check my emails, one of the first things I do, is looking at my vision board. Every time I look at it, I feel inspired and motivated. It gives me that power to actually start and achieve what I want.

STAY PERSISTENT

Whatever it is that you’re after, whether it be a really small, or a drastic change, keep pushing and don’t give up. Don’t doubt yourself. Never, ever talk about the things you want to accomplish in a negative light. This is not only the biggest turnoff but it also sends out a message: “I don’t believe in myself.”

"You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, how you can still come out of it." - Maya Angelou

You may not have control over everything that happens to you, but you do have control over how you react to things that happen to you. This won’t always be easy. Sometimes very unfair things will happen to you. Sometimes you can find yourself feeling angry and frustrated. When things like these happen to you, you have two choices: you can let it get to you and keep the anger and frustration inside, or you can release it and try your best to find peace in those situations and move on. Make each day a happy one and be grateful for everything you have, because in the end that is all that it counts.

Do what fulfills you, follow your heart, your desires, your passion. We all have big dreams, but you can start with doing small things you love while chasing those big, beautiful dreams. Remember, that you were meant to have an amazing life, even if doesn’t always feel like it. Learn to forgive. Practice gratitude daily. Do the things you love. Stop worrying about what everyone else is doing. Don’t complain. Cherish the close people around you. Make mistakes. Learn. Dance. Smile. Listen to your heart and don’t take yourself too seriously. Spread your sparkle. Practice self-care, do small things for others, but also for yourself.

Above all those good things, stay focused, love yourself but remember to have fun along the way.

Nikoleta Lj, xoxo.

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Christmas Gift Guide

By Nikoleta Ljuljdjuraj - 3:43 PM

Hi my loves,

Panic mode is on now, I literally can't believe that Christmas is coming. Time just flies by so fast. This year I seem to have brushed Christmas shopping aside, thinking I've got time, but actually I do not have. I have to hurry up and get started to buy presents to my beloved ones. I hope you guys already finished with it, or maybe there are also few of you that are in the same situation like me.

I assume 90% of you who've clicked on this post are in need of some Christmas inspiration, so I've created a little gift guide for those beauty admirers you have in your life.

Skincare Sets

Skincare sets aren't for every beauty admirer, but if you know someone who really cherishes taking care of their skin then why not? Brands such as Kiehls, Clinique, LUSH, Origins, all do amazing gift sets that save you so much money. I think little beauty would make a lot of girls very happy, so these sites you can find anything that will be perfect for your mums, sisters etc.

Makeup

If you know someone who is looking to start out with makeup or who just wants to add to their collection, then here are a couple my favorite brands. For me these makeup brands you should look into, which have great sets such as Benefit, NARS, Makeup Revolution and Too Faced.

Haircare

When it comes to my haircare, I pretty much love to receive gifts because I try different things, and in that way I can see what best fits for my hair. Haircare brands to check out with amazing deals on are Bumble&Bumble, Tigi and Moroccan Oil. If you have someone who has struggle with hair, you should definitely check out Moroccan Oil, I personally am obsessed with their products, and made such a big difference for my hair.

Bodycare

Brands such as Soap&Glory, LUSH, Nivea, and Dove always stock some amazing Christmas gift sets for pampering your body and are so affordable and easy gifts for people. But if you are wanting something more luxurious Laura Mercier do some amazing gift sets for pampering that are absolutely amazing.

Fragrance

Something that is a bit more affordable to look at buying is the Soap&Glory Body Mists, Zara Perfume or even Victoria's Secret. If you are looking at perfume gift sets Marc Jacobs, Calvin Klein and Burberry all do some great sets that are not pricey either.

What are you buying for your beloved ones this Christmas?

Nikoleta Lj, xoxo

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My Beauty Whish List 2015

By Nikoleta Ljuljdjuraj - 5:36 PM

Hello my beauties,

Hope your having a great day! Today is another day where I write a blog post, and this time I decided to share my Wish List 2015, since I haven't done one yet. I am looking forward to buy these beauty things, because I heard a lot of good things about them, and some are also brand new! Hope you enjoy it :)

1. Urban Decay Naked Skin Weightless Complete Coverage Concealer

First thing first is the Urban Decay Naked Skin Weightless Complete Coverage Concealer gives you buildable, even coverage with a luminous, demi-matte finish. Ultra lightweight, this high-tech formula melds like a second skin effect and gives you full coverage in an instant.

For complete coverage, just keep building; no matter how much you apply, Naked Skin Concealer always blends beautifully and won't settle into fine lines.”

I really want to try this one out, it sounds amazing, and I am looking for a good concealer I think this is the one!

It has also Japanese green tea, which helps reduce the appearance of any red circles and gives you a brighter and radiant complexion.

The bottle is gorgeous, and easy to manage with it, which I love!

It comes in a range of different shades that will fit your skin tone.

2. Caudalie Beauty Elixir

“Inspired by the "elixir of youth" used by Queen Isabelle of Hungary, Caudalie Beauty Elixir smoothes features, tightens pores, and gives the complexion a burst of radiance. An excellent base for make-up, this water awakens the skin in the morning and livens it up before a night out.”

Love the description of it, which it sound great! Never tried some products from this brand, but I want to try this water so bad. Caudalie Beauty Elixir it can be used as a make-up spray, or a base before you put your make-up on.

Since my skin is dry I really need something like this. I heard that also Victoria Beckham uses it on top of her make-up for a gorgeous finish.

3. My Burberry Eau De Parfum

I am in the hunt for a new fragrance, and I found out this one from Burberry. I use a lot of Burberry perfumes and I love them honestly! For me they are the best. This one is the new one and I can’t wait to buy it and try it! I will also then do a full review on it. It is the My Burberry Eau De Parfum.

“Inspired by the trench coat and its heritage of British design and craftsmanship, My Burberry Eau De Parfum captures the fragrance of a London garden after the rain.

The scent is a contemporary British grand floral and features a delicate heart of rose, woven with an unexpected touch of geranium leaf. Top notes of sweet pea and bergamot fuse with a geranium, golden quince and freesia heart, rounded out with a base of patchouli and rain-tipped damask and centifolia roses.”

4. Naked Urban Decay Smoky

Last but not least! My most wanted palette ever, of course from Urban Decay!!! This time a brand new Naked palette and SMOKY! Love it, love it, love it.

Okay, ready to proceed? The newest addition to the Naked family lands on July 8 and has everything you love about Naked — wearable-yet-cool neutrals, gorgeous packaging, a killer shade range, amazing color payoff — but with a few spankin'-new twists in the format. Unlike Nakeds 1 through 3, which focused on specific color stories, Naked Smoky will span a range of color families. Ah, isn’t it amazing? It has all the perfect shades and you can create whatever look you want.

What are some of your beauty wish list things?

Nikoleta, xoxo.

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Thanksgiving Outfit Ideas: Stylish Outfit Ideas for a Grateful Feast

5 Things I Love About New York City

How To Get Ready Quickly

My Dream Makeup Vanity

How To Unwind and Recharge This Weekend

STEP AWAY FROM THE DIGITAL WORLD

EAT SOME GOOD FOOD

COZY UP

GUIDED MEDITATION

Easy Ways To Simplify Your Life

How to Make 2017 Your Best Year

BE PREPARED

GET ORGANIZED

CREATE A VISION

STAY PERSISTENT

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#1 INSPO: Street Style

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