What's In My Bag?

Hey, dolls! Lately, I've been so busy with homework and college stuff, that this stuff has been getting to me. I'm been so tired and even my school bag has been wearing me down. It's so heavy with school stuff, college stuff and personal items. So I decided to let you guys in on what's on my bag, well the most important things. To make sure your bag is not making your shoulders hurt, you just have to make sure you only bring along the important items. Yes, every situation has its own bag with specific items. But, these are items that you may need in any situation:

This may be surprising, but you should always carry some type of notebook or even a notepad. There are always situations where you may need to write something down. For example, what if you meet someone who could be your key for an opportunity of a lifetime and they want your number, but they don't have a phone on them. You'll need a book and a pen to give it to them or you'll just miss that opportunity. Maybe, that wasn't a great example, but leave home without a book one day and you'll see what I mean.

I always carry an umbrella and scarf with me especially when the seasons transition. New York's weather is always up and down and you never know what to expect. This morning it was very chilly and I had fall jacket on, after I left school, I had to take it off and wear my cardigan because it was hot. Carry an umbrella for an unexpected rainfall and chilly change in weather. A scarf can even be helpful for those days when you accidently spill ketchup on your shirt and you want to cover it up.

Lotion  and chap-stick is especially good for the winter when you skin gets dry. Get good smelling lotion for the days that you feel like you smell funky and you need to cover it up.

Your wallet is one of the most important things, you need in your bag. Keep extra money in there for emergencies, metro cards, IDs, and other small things that you don't want to lose. Don't forget your keys unless you enjoy being locked out of your house and wait for someone to open the door for you.

Lately, I've had an obsession with Doublemint gum for some reason. But, other than the reason to satisfy my obsession, gum is good for the days that you add garlic to your pizza and your breathe smells. Or you can buy the gum that cleans and protects your teeth.

*This was my first diary entry for my new feature Amira Says: Tips, Tricks and Secrets. So if you enjoyed it or you need advice on something just click the button at the top of the sidebar to leave your requests.

Cut- It Out

With the summer days soon coming to an end, it's time to finish soaking up some sun with a little peekaboo effect to your clothing. Cut-outs have been a big trend this season, so why not finish it off with some shoulder slits and shape cut outs? So as school starts take out your scissors and snip, snip!

This paper snowflake blue dress is perfect for a summer into fall transition and a night out.I love the royal blue color and the cut outs on the sleeve of the dress, around the neckline and at the bottom of the dress. The geometric peekaboo designs are fabulous. You can find this dress at Lulu's.

This Bongo colorblock shirt with a lattice design is sure to stand out in a crowd. Lately I've really been interested in clothing that don't have the regular horizontal and vertical design. I've been looking at interesting diagonal designs. You would know if you saw my polka dot and stripes entry and saw my fabulous find from Brooklyn Industries. You get this fabulous find from Kmart. 

                                         

Ripped denim capris are sure to help you show some skin before the fall hits us. Distressed/ ripped denim will be a big trend this fall (especially denim). I love the way it looks especially if you have color jeans. I have an army camoflauge verison of this.

                                             
This reverse heart back cut out dress is my favorite. For those of you who may not know I am an extreme bargain hunter. This dress is from Urban Outfitters which is an expensive store, but I found this dress for $20. I love the pattern and heart cut out. This dress comes in different patterns and colors.

This is a Hearts and Bows stud shoulder t-shirt from asos.com. For any who is familiar with this brand you would know that they are about vintage style pieces and creating a cool, street-style grunge girl look. So if you're into this style this would be a perfect classic look for you where you don't have to show too much skin.

I don't know about you dolls, but I definitely plan to soak in the sun before, it gets replaced by a chilly wind. 

Fashionably yours, Amira J

Sneaker Obsession

You may not know this about me but I love sneakers. I have an obsession. Every school year I have to get new sneakers. This is what I want this school year:
Nike Air Griffey Max 1 Emerald

Busy Busy Me

I haven't been able to write in my diary for a while now. But I've been really busy with school and everything it's hard to keep up. Well you may have noticed a few things have changed in my diary including a fashion diary for my follwers and everyone else interested in fashion. A place for all of us to communicate in the language of fashion.
Yesterday I came home really late after organizing a fashion show at my school. Yesterday we celebrated Women's Day. The fashion show represented all cultures and their traditional wear from Egyptian to Native American to Bengali wear and so much more. I wished I recorded it was so fun. Their make up was beautiful. I'm surprised we pulled it off in like 2 days. I'll be sure to record it next and I promise I won't forget you guys. I've just been so busy. Busy, busy me.