they wanted me to be the dream.

In 2005, I saw Kelly Osbourne for the first time. She was a few feet away from me, and when I had my chance to say something to her, I froze. I sat silently, in complete awe of my idol. Six years later, I finally got my chance to meet Kelly for real. Today was a dream come true.

love and chaos.

The last couple of days have been amazing. I actually got to enjoy the weekend - no work, just desperately needed relaxation. This post is dedicated to the little things I am loving at the moment. I love getting ready to go out. There is something special about being able to take your time getting ready, and really enjoying the experience. And I love an excuse to be a little more dramatic with my makeup.

makeup tutorial: bella vida

If you watched the prematurely canceled ABC Family show, Huge, you know Hayley Hasselhoff as the sweet but complex, Amber. If you didn't watch, you probably knows her as David Hasselhoff's daughter. Hayley and her sister, Taylor, make up the music duo Bella Vida.

inspiration post.

A little while ago, I came across some photographs that really struck me. There was something so breathtaking about them. Their connection with nature, the beautiful makeup, and the arresting emotion they convey.

it is necessary to write, if the days are not to slip emptily by.

I remember when I knew I wanted to be a writer. I was eleven, maybe twelve. Though I had always liked writing things - songs, poems, and short stories, this time was different.

the quickest way to know a woman is to go shopping with her.

Despite my recent efforts to be better with my money, I ended up doing a bit of shopping on Saturday. Instead of feeling guilty, I am madly in love with everything I bought. I am sure there are some shopaholics out there who understand! This is just a quick shopping haul post!

but i'm going to follow through.

Hi everyone! This is just going to be a super quick post. An article I wrote about Emma Stone's fashion style is up on younghollywood.com, so check it out if you're interested! Emma Stone: Hollywood's Newest Style Icon?

Hope you all have a great weekend!

xo Shannon