How Short Is Too Short

One of the things I am loving about college is that we get to wear our own clothes. However, It does mean I spent lots of time faffing about in the morning trying to decide what to wear! I have free periods first thing most days, so I often have time to play about deciding on an outfit. As much as I love that I am allowed to wear jeans (we were only allowed skirts at my old school) I have liked wearing my denim skirt as well.

Sometimes though, I have dilemmas. This morning, I put on one of my favourite skirts only to find it was shorter than I remembered. It did cover what is should, but only just. And as I was the only one in the house, I had no one to confer with, so I took it off. But then later that day at college I saw girls in much skimpier outfits and wished I hadn't! I especially laughed at my concerns when I saw a girl with a longish shirt on and no skirt on at all!

It's difficult, because if other people are going to college in very little clothing then the college must not mind it. On the other hand, just because there are others that don't wear much, it doesn't mean I want to!

Phil's Psychology Test

I have had a go at Phil's Psychology test and it is shockingly truthful. I am studying psychology, as I have a real interest in the subject, and love doing these kinds of tests.

 According to the test, my best friend from senior school is the most important person in my life, but our relationship is fairly fragile. My problems in life are medium sized, but I am passive about dealing with them. I have little ambition, an open personality and am happy. I am relatively keen on having a romantic relationship, am an willing to partly immerse myself in it.  

If you want to take the test yourself, just watch the video below.

What did you find out about yourself? Tell me your results in the comments.

Hermione For The Day

I have been Hermione Granger today! Some of my friends are doing film studies and they are making a short version of Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone so they wanted some actors. As I have a love for the performing arts, I volunteered. This morning, I found myself walking through college in school uniform getting plenty of stares, including some from the principle!

Once we started filming it was lots of fun. We filmed the sorting hat scene in the Refectory, and have to do the rest tomorrow. I am looking forward to it!

I do like Harry Potter, although I am no where near as obsessed as some of my friends. I tend to like darker books like the Hunger Games, or books with just a hint of fantasy rather than being set in a whole made up world. Maybe that is because I discovered it at an older age than some of the others, or maybe because although I have seen the films I haven't read all of the books. Perhaps if I read all the books I would realise what the fuss is about!

An Unusual Love Story

Soulmates. Finding them is supposed to be the best thing that can happen to you right? In this story, it is the worst thing that can happen.

17 year old Poppy is fed up with her suburban life. She is sceptical of love and hates clichés. This all changes when she meets the mixed up Noah, and feels an instant connection.

However, their young love is going to cause far more chaos than anyone would guess, as thousands of miles away in America, they are being monitored. Because they are one of the few perfect matches that if allowed to stay together, could destroy the world.

One of the things that makes this book unique is the fact it is written by someone who is only 27. As an aspiring author myself, I love the fact this book shows that young women can write books too. It isn't just older people any more!

I recommend this book to anyone who loves stories with a twist of fantasy. Do you have any book recommendations for teens? Write them in the comments below.

iPhone X - Just Why?

Apple have made an announcement that unveiled the new iPhone X. Now I have had a look at this phone, and not only does the screen reach the very edge of the phone, but the back is glass too. As if iPhones were not already easy enough to break! And to make it worse, they cost £1149, which is very expensive for an item that will probably be smashed in a few weeks. A ploy so Apple make more money from screen replacements, perhaps?

Ok, so I will admit the face recognition is pretty cool, but judging by how different I look when crawling out of bed in the morning compared to when I am all made up for a night out, I am not sure how that will work.

Although it does look pretty cool, I am going to be 17 next year, and I think I would rather spend £1000 on a second hand car for me to crash than a fancy phone that will go out of date in 5 minutes. What about you?

 

Greenpeace Get Creative

As a photography student, Greenpeace's latest campaign has caught my eye. To try and stop BP drilling in the Amazon Reef, Sponge Bob has been doing some campaigning. Greenpeace have been sending supporters nets of mini sponge bobs that they can make and add a message explaining why they think BP should stay away from the Amazon Reef.

People have then been taking photos of their Sponge Bob in different locations around the country. Some of them are creative like this one below, which is my personal favourite. If you want to see more or create your own Sponge Bob campaign photos, go to https://www.greenpeace.org.uk/spongebob-protests-bp-uk/.

The Launch Of Strictly 2017

I have spent this evening watching the Strictly Come Dancing launch show and I am hooked already. My favourite eye candy AJ is back, and I am very jealous of his partner Molly. If only I could spend that much time trapped in a room with him! I loved her yellow dress too, which as well as being my favourite colour was covered in tassels and glitter.

JLS's Aston is also very cute. I hope he stays in for a nice long time! Between him, AJ and Giovanni, there is no shortage of stunners. Also, for those of you who will be actually watching the dancing, this year has the first ever Paralympian contestant. His sporting background will make him very competitive, but I think he will find the kicks and flicks in the Jive difficult.

Who is your favourite?

New Autumn Looks

Now we are well into September, the shops have their new Autumn ranges in store. There is lots of burgundy, as well as pale pink and bright blue. Here are my favourite items from Autumn collections around the web. Perfect for stocking up for college!

I love the positive message on this jumper.

New Look, £19.99

The lace on this cardi makes it perfect for evenings out.

New Look, £19.99

This sheer jumper has unusual tie up details at the back.

New Look, £24.99

I love the bright colour of this umbrella.

Peacocks, £6

The zip and turned up sleeves make this

T-shirt more interesting.

Peacocks, £8

I love the cross-over design of this jumper.

River Island, £22

This denim skirt is simple but classic.

Primark, £8

This shirt has 3/4 length sleeves for cooler days.

Dorothy Perkins

Student Life

I have been at college 2 days now and I love it! We spent most of the first day in various talks about how to succeed academically and what is expected of us at the college, but we had fun in our tutor bases as well. I made a few new friends to hang out with at lunch, and met up with a few of my friends from my previous schools.

Today, we had our first ever lessons. I had a session of photography first, which was brilliant. We had a go at creating abstract photos with darkroom chemicals, light sensitive paper and objects such as leaves, masking tape, string and lace. Then, we had a session telling us about the mentoring and study periods at the college.

In the afternoon, we got to try out one of the college's enrichment sessions. I chose music, and had a go at learning the guitar. I could have also sung or played in a pop or rock band. I definitely want to continue with music sessions.

Songs I Probably Shouldn't Have Been Listening Too

I am quite a big music fan, and love writing blogs about the music I have recently discovered. I like a mix of different artists, from Ed Sheeran and Seafret to My Chemical Romance and Little Mix.

I have become more into music as I have got older, but I have been buying CDs from quite a young age, and at my junior school we all loved to listen to music on the computers in ICT lessons. But not all of the songs we liked were age appropriate. At 7, my favourite was "I Kissed A girl" by Katy Perry. At 9, I used to sing "It's Not Fair" by Lily Allen with my best friend and by 10 I was singing "Whistle" by Flo Rider with the boys in my class!

At that age, I had little idea what it all meant. Now I do know, I find it slightly disturbing that I sung that stuff in Junior School! Did you like any rude songs when you were a kid?

How I Fell In Love With Pacman

When my mum was a kid, the main computer game she played was Pacman. The other day, I realised I had never actually tried this classic. So I found a free version online and had a go. As it is an old game and unlike my mum I am of the technological generation, I thought I would find it easy. IT IS NOT.

I have played it quite a bit over the last couple of days and I have not even been able to complete level 2 yet! Unless I devote the last two days of my summer holiday to practising, I don't think I will ever get very far. And I have too many things I want to do in those two days for that to happen!

If you want to try Pacman, this is the best website I found. Click here to have a go, and tell me your best high score in the comments. Mine is 4400. We can have a competition to see who can get the highest!

College Ready Nail Art

With college comes the freedom to wear make up and nail varnish. I have given myself a new nail art look for the occasion!

For more inspiration, here are some nail art ideas that are perfect for college. Tell me your favourite in the comments.