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If-You're-Feeling-Kinda-Funky Playlist

Part 1

1. Off to the Races - Lana Del Rey
2. I Follow Rivers - Lykke Li
3. Deceptacon - Le Tigre
4. LDN - Lily Allen
5. Take It With You - The Ettes
6. Friend Crush - friends
7. Doo Wop (That Thing) - Lauryn Hill
8. Diet Mountain Dew - Lana Del Rey
9. Bounce - Calvin Harris feat. Kelis
10. Tristesse/Joie - Yelle
11. Paper Planes - M.I.A. (had to!)

I've been listening to Lana Del Rey a lot lately, and I was so intrigued by her unexpectedly hip-hop-influenced sounds that I decided it would be fun to make a little playlist of songs by some funky female artists that make me proud to be girl! Some songs are more on the house-y or alternative side, but they're great nevertheless.

Enjoy! x

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If You Can't Sleep Playlist

Part 1

1. Glass In The Park - Alex Turner (Submarine)
2. I Know It's Over - The Smiths
3. Quelqu-un M'a Dit - Carla Bruni
4. Sparks - Coldplay
5. Shelter - The xx
6. All I Need - Radiohead
7. Going to California - Led Zeppelin
8. Woods - Bon Iver
9. Cinder and Smoke - Iron & Wine
10. California Stars - Billy Bragg & Wilco

Persona Playlist

Here's a playlist I've devised for when I'm feeling a little Zooey.

Enjoy!

1. Wouldn't It Be Nice - The Beach Boys
2. This Charming Man - The Smiths
3. Tonight You Belong To Me - Cat Power & Eddie Vedder
4. Step Into My Office, Baby - Belle & Sebastian
5. She's Got You/Crazy - Patsy Cline
6. I Looked All Over Town - The Magnetic Fields
7. The End of The World - Skeeter Davis
8. Ne Me Quitte Pas - Jacques Brel
9. I Put A Spell On You - Nina Simone 
10. Dream A Little Dream of Me - The Mamas & The Papas

* And of course any She & Him tracks (among others)! ♥

What I Would Wear

If I Were Going to Ultra Music Festival

(and I didn't want to look really slutty)

1. Shorts: If I were going to UMF, I would definitely play around with high-waisted denim shorts. Personally, I think it would be a fun opportunity to DIY (take old jeans and cut them into shorts - dye them, stud them, etc.). It might also be a fun chance to go dig through thrift store racks to find great statement shorts (or tops or other elements of your Ultra weekend attire), or simply find some fun, interesting patterned shorts at the mall.
2. Crop Tops & Tank Tops: For Ultra, my top of choice would be a crop corset/bustier. I simply love these! They add a flirty, fun appeal to any outfit, and certainly work well for any outdoor music festival in sunny Miami, FL. If you want to go for the signature "sexy" look at Ultra, this will add that, but with a whole lot more class and style! Patterned or bright colored crop corsets look great with simple denim solid-colored shorts, while basic solid colors complete a look when paired with patterned shorts (they can also be paired with matching solid, bright colored tops). As for tank tops, I would choose bright colored, airy tops that I could tuck into my shorts and color block.
3. Accessories: To complete your Ultra look, accessories are where it's at. Play around with funky colored studs and bracelets, such as the hot pink and purple ASOS watch pictured above and stacked neon beaded kandi bracelets (UMF staple). Also play around with interesting rings, such as the ASOS slinky rings seen above. Don't forget to pack a few hair ties, because it's bound to get hot out on the festival grounds!
4. Hair: I think Ultra is the perfect opportunity to release your inner weirdo. Play with your hair color! If you're really daring, try dying your hair a funky color or use temporary hair dye to pull off this look à-la-Katy Perry or Riley Keough. You can also try dip-dyed (or ombré) ends in crazy colors like Peaches Geldof, dyed hair extensions like Mr. Kate, or even just a cool candy floss wig like Katy Perry or Scarlett Johansson.
5. Bag: This is relatively simple. For any music festival, you don't want to be lugging around some huge purse - go simple. Find yourself a cute, cross-body bag or fashionable small, patterned book-bag that can carry your water bottle and other festival essentials and you're good to go!
6. Nails: You can go all out with crazy, cool nail art for Ultra, but I would go with a simple metallic color. You don't want to overdo it with the neons or patterns after all. Personally, I would go with a gunmetal-colored polish, or simple black (matte is fun too). If you insist on nail art though, I would recommend what I did for Lollapalooza, which was marbeled nail art in dark metallic shades.
7. Headgear: In a perfect world, it would be totally cool to walk around wearing quirky hair pieces all the time. So, if I were going to Ultra, I would totally DIY my own pair of lace mouse/rabbit ears. But, if you're not into being too showy, a simple statement headband will complete a look as well. If you're rocking bangs (like me =^.^=), I would recommend a cross-forehead "hippie" headband. It'll keep your bangs in check in case of any wind, and they're ultra chic. If you've got a center-part in your hair, I would definitely try wearing one of those chain hair-pieces (as pictured above; sorry I'm not sure exactly what they're called, but I know that they sell them at Urban Outfitters) to rock a Vanessa Hudgens-esque edgy look.
8. Shoes: At any festival, you don't want to get too fancy with the footwear. If you're like me and would never even dream of wearing those signature furry rave boots, go with your basic sneaker or pair of TOMS. If you're traveling or staying away from home, you'll want to keep in mind that you want to pack light and should thus go with basic-colored shoes that can match with all of your weekend's outfits. You're also going to be standing for long periods of time so you'll want to pack comfortable shoes. Avoid sandals - festivals really aren't about looking super cute and girly and you really don't want to get your feet trampled by fellow festival-goers if you're going to be dancing in the crowds.
9. Eyewear: Miami is extremely sunny and it can get pretty damn hot during the afternoon. Pack a pair of cute sunnies that will fit in your bag and you can put on whenever you need them. I would personally sport some heart-shaped Lolita sunnies, or Ray Ban Clubmasters.
10. Makeup: If you're going to go all out with your outfit, keep the makeup simple. You want to fit in, but you don't want to look like a circus clown. If you're going with a bright outfit that's got lots of patterns, I would suggest more a more natural look, featuring a rosy cheek, some lip stain or subtle orange/peach/pink lipstick, winged eyeliner, and lash-thickening, waterproof mascara. If you've gone simple or darker with the outfit's tones, feel free to experiment with bright red lipsticks, such as MAC's Russian Red, or bright shades of orange and pink. You can also try  metallic eyeshadows, dramatic liner (such as glittery or different colored liquid liners), and - of course - bold lashes.

If you are going to Ultra, don't forget: 

• It's a music festival, not a fashion show. Don't pack you're finest clothing or shoes, because they are bound to get ruined in the potential rain or amongst the crowds.
• Pack light! There is nothing more unbearable than having to carry a heavy bag around the festival grounds and in the crowds - I am telling you this from personal experience. Your ticket, phone, water bottle, wallet, and perhaps some small touch-up items are enough.
• WATER. It can get extremely warm in Miami even in Spring, so don't forget to pack water with you (also, you don't want to have to pay for overpriced water bottles on the festival grounds so best to take care of this beforehand). That aside, it's no secret that there's an abundance of drug use at Ultra. Not that I condone this, but if you're going to partake in that, please be responsible about it. Pack water.
• Be safe! If you are going with friends, make sure to stay together or use - yes, I'm going to say it - the buddy system. I'm not sure about Ultra, but at Lollapalooza in Chicago, it was nearly impossible to get phone service in the city itself or on the festival grounds, and thus if someone got lost or separated, it was extremely difficult to find them again. I don't think Miami has that problem, but just in case, take precaution and stay together. This is also essential if you're going to be partaking in drug use. Keep each other safe and again, be responsible.
• Have a blast. Don't let small drama get in the way of your happiness. Make it a weekend for the books!

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Ass-Kickin' Playlist

PART 1

1. R U Mine? - Arctic Monkeys
2. Till I Get My Way - The Black Keys
3. Mind Eraser, No Chaser - Them Crooked Vultures
4. Bad Reputation - Joan Jett
5. Do You Wanna Touch Me? - Joan Jett
6. Call Me - Blondie
7. Sappy - Nirvana
8. London Dungeon - The Misfits
9. She Is The New Thing - The Horrors
10. Up The Bracket - The Libertines
11. Androgynous Mind - Sonic Youth
12. Last Day of Magic - The Kills
13. Fuck The People - The Kills
14. The Pretender - Foo Fighters
15. All My Life - Foo Fighters

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R U Mine? by Arctic Monkeys

One of my favorite bands in the world!

For when you're feeling like a badass. ;)

I'm a puppet on a string
Tracy Island, time-traveling diamond
Coulda shaped heartaches
Come to find ya fall in some velvet morning
Years too late
She’s a silver lining lone ranger riding
Through an open space
In my mind when she’s not right there beside me

I go crazy cause here isn’t where I wanna be
And satisfaction feels like a distant memory
And I can’t help myself,
All I wanna hear her say is “Are you mine?”

Are you mine?
Are you mine?
Are you mine?

I guess what I’m trying to say is I need the deep end
Keep imagining meeting, wished away entire lifetimes
Unfair we’re not somewhere misbehaving for days
Great escape lost track of time and space
She’s a silver lining climbing on my desire

And I go crazy cause here isn’t where I wanna be
And satisfaction feels like a distant memory
And I can’t help myself,
All I wanna hear her say is “Are you mine?”

Are you mine?
Are you mine?
Are you mine?

And the thrill of the chase moves in mysterious ways
So in case I’m mistaken,
I just wanna hear you say you got me baby
Are you mine?

She’s a silver lining lone ranger riding through an open space
In my mind when she’s not right there beside me
And I go crazy cause here isn’t where I wanna be

And satisfaction feels like a distant memory
And I can’t help myself,
All I wanna hear her say is “Are you mine?”

Well are you mine?
Are you mine?
Are you mine?

A Chill in the Weather

It's been starting to get strangely chilly here in Miami (and in other states that my friends are off studying in) recently despite the fact that it's already March. So, listening to some mellow music and planning my wardrobe for the week ahead, I decided I would make a little feminine style inspiration Polyvore post for you guys! 

Feast your eyes:

1. An iPod chock-full of sunny or mood-fitting tunes is always a good idea - paired with a reliable pair of fashionable, quality headphones!

2. Delicate, feminine gold accessories such as these adorable gold bunny rabbit studs (gold diamond studs are a staple) and white-faced Marc Jacobs watch are always a good idea.

3. I'm all for a natural makeup look, but a clean face with a pair of bold eyes, rosy, blushing cheeks and light berry-stained lips is my absolute favorite. Don't be afraid to add some crisp winged eyeliner and fanned lashes to your look! (P.S. black eye makeup is classic and looks amazing no matter what hair color someone has) 

4. I can't get enough of colored pants this season! Pastels and corals are definitely in. I can't wait to get my hands on a pair of those mint skinnies!

5. Lace everything is in for this season. From mini dresses to blouses to fancy lace socks, lace is simply a staple this year.

6. Flirty bottoms are the best. Experiment with high waisted lace, denim, and knit shorts - as well as flowy and fitted skirts in bright colors, bold patterns, interesting fabrics, and varying lengths. For the chilly season, be sure to pair these with a pair of tights (and be playful with them - try different colored tights as well as different patterns).

7. Mini dresses are my life. For winter, I love wearing body conscious or flowy-skirted sweater dresses and pairing them with feminine accessories and ballerina flats (or, if I'm feeling a little edgy, I'll throw on a pair of combat boots).

8. It never really gets very cold in Miami, so throwing on an oversized cardigan or cozy sweater usually suffices during the chilly season. Try classic tones of navy, tan, and warm reds - and occasionally change it up with some playful pastels or neons. These also add a nice touch when paired with a flirty fitted top as pictured above and high waisted shorts or a flowy skirt and tights.

9. Feminine accessories like velvet hair-bows, simple jewelry, patterned scarves, funky footwear, and a statement bag add a delightful finishing touch on a great, girly outfit!

10. My mother always taught me that it was important to have a signature scent once you become a lady. Mine happens to be Daisy by Marc Jacobs (although it was previously Princess by Vera Wang, and occasionally I wear Love, Chloé by Chloé).