Whats in my Bag: Boston Calling Music Festival

This past weekend was the Boston Calling music festival, and I was lucky enough to go with two of my friends. The whole event was a new experienced, and I loved the whole thing.

For those of you who don't know, Boston Calling is a three day music festival filled with ranges of artists and bands. I only went to one of the three days, which officially started at 1:20 and then ended at 10:30.
Since I spent the whole day at the festival, I needed to pack efficiently with everything I needed  for the day, but it also all had to fit inside a small bag. So, in this blog post I am going to show you what I took with me to Boston Calling, and hopefully this will help if you ever find yourself stuck trying to figure out what to pack to a music festival (or any occasion similar). 

#1
My Bag
I got this bag a couple of months ago from Urban Outfitters, and I have never stopped loving it. The color, although yellow, is toned down enough that it goes perfectly with every outfit no matter what I'm wearing. It was the perfect size for Boston Calling, because it both was small enough to be allowed into the event and it fits everything I need.

#2 
Wallet 
I feel like this is a pretty straight forward essential. You should always have your wallet on you, but especially in a situation where you can't bring food and would have to buy it during the day (food trucks were available).

#3
EpiPen
This is more just for me. I have allergies so I needed to take an EpiPen with me just incase anything were to happen. 

#4
Tissues
 Its allergy season and I have it bad. I was really worried that I would be sniffling throughout the whole day so I brought along two travel tissue packs just incase. Turns out I didn't really need them but it was smart to bring them along anyways.

#5
House Keys
Because, well you know, to get into my house. (I attached my Boston Calling wristband to it after the concert)

#6
iPhone/iPod
I brought along my brothers iPhone so that I would have a map just incase I needed to get somewhere, but then I also brought along my iPod so that I could take photos.

#7
Fuji instax Camera
I brought my new instant camera, because I really wanted to use it. The photo came out so well and I am definitely going to take a ton more with it.

#8
Tickets
Obviously if you are going to a concert you are going to need to bring your tickets, otherwise you won't be able to get in.

#9
Floppy Hat
This wasn't actually in my bag, I wore it for most of the day, but I think that wearing a hat is a super great item to make your festival outfit casual but still look really cool. Plus, you will be super comfy all day, and be focused on the event instead of your outfit. 

(This is the only good picture I had of me in the hat, but basically I was wearing it along with a solid black shirt from the brand Splendid, a pair of distressed jeans that I DIY-ed and white converse. It was super cute and comfy.)


xoxoxo
Nina




Song stuck in my head right now: Hercules - Sara Bareilles 

Helpful Tips: How to Create Your Daily Outfit

Life comes with many struggles. A lot of them revolve around physical appearance, like making sure your hair looks good, your face is clean and especially that your outfit is trendy and/or stylish. When I have to pick out my outfit for the day, there are a few things I keep in mind that make that decision a whole lot easier, and keep me from just wearing the same boring outfit all the time. I hope that these tips will help some of you to burst out of the habit of wearing the same things and kindle your creativity, because that is what being stylish is all about.

Tip #1: Check to see what the weather will be that day

What you wear, should not only look good but be functional. If you really want to wear that new skirt you just got but it is cold and rainy outside, maybe save the skirt for another day and wear pants instead. from that decision you just came up with two outfits (one for now and one for later). Also if you know what the weather is going to be going into the day, than you can eliminate a whole category of clothing not suitable for that weather. (P.S. there is a super handy weather app on all iPhones)

Tip #2: Pick one item you really want to wear

The second thing you should do after you know what the weather is like, is choose one garment that you are leaning towards and build the rest of the outfit around that. It doesn't necessary have to be a top, it could be pants, shoes or even an accessory. 

Tip #3: Find your style icon

(I love Emma Watson)

When creating an outfit I usually have an image in my head of what somebody else wore. Your style icon could be a celebrity but it could also be just someone you noticed on the street and really liked what they were wearing. This is super helpful for building on to tip #2 because you can replicate an outfit already created with the items you own.

Tip #4: Search for something old
A great way for finding something to wear if your stuck wearing the same things over and over again, is by finding something you haven't worn in a while and try to incorporate that into your outfit.

Tip #5: Your Outfit doesn't have to be complicated

 I feel like one really huge reason that people stress out about their outfits is because they think that a fashionable outfit has to be complicated and full of accessories and everything. The truth is, a simple outfit can be stylish too. Don't overthink what you wear because even simple basics can look amazing. But this leads me to the next and final tip...

Tip #6: The hair makes the outfit

Your hair is just as important as the rest of your outfit, if not more important. It is really important to have a hairstyle that coordinates with what you wear, like if you are wearing a top that is very busy I would suggest putting your hair up and vice versa. Also don't be afraid to be creative with your hairstyles. One of my pet peeves is when one person styles their hair the same way everyday. I know it is hard to find multiple hair styles that look good on you but the more times you take risks, the more likely it is that you will find what you like (that goes for clothing too).




xoxoxo
Nina




Song stuck in my head right now: The Weight of Living Pt. 2 - Bastille

Music Cravings: Ingrid Michaelson - Lights Out

 Most of my posts so far have focused more on my hobbies for beauty, fashion and photography. But there is a whole other part of me that I have never gotten to blog about. I LOVE TO SING! Along with my passion to sing I also love listening to music, as I can assume most people do. I like to think that there is a specific genre of music that I particularly love, but, the truth is I basically love any song I can keep a beat to. 

Since there are so many artists and songs that I love I thought that it might be enjoyable if I chose one to talk about in each post under the segment "Music Cravings" and review it for you all.

My current craving: Ingrid Michaelson's new album 'Lights Out'

I have only really heard this album of hers, and her older album 'Be Ok'. I bought her new album mostly because I absolutely loved her older one and couldn't wait to hear more, but also because I am going to her concert in the beginning of June and wanted to learn the songs before then. 'Lights Out' has a couple of songs that are very similar to what she has done before. Her older songs were very slow and acoustic and the same goes for a couple of her new songs such as 'Wonderful Unknown' and 'Everyone Is Gonna Love Me Now'. Because of this, I was a bit worried that her concert wouldn't be so exciting, but my worries went away after I bought the album and learned that Ingrid has added more upbeat tunes and uses interesting musical techniques that make her music more entertaining and fun to listen to rather than making you cry after hearing her sad breakup songs. Examples for songs like that are 'War Path' and 'Time Machine' witch are probably my favorites of hers at the moment. 

In summery, While there are a few of Ingrid's trademark intimate breakup songs here, overall the album reveals her to be in a bright, upbeat state of mind. When I sit on the bus to and from school you will definitely find me listening (and humming) to any one of the songs on her new album. THEY ARE ALL AMAZING!!


What do you think of her new album?


xoxoxo
Nina


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Look Book: Spring

First of all, I hope you have noticed by now but I changed the name of my blog. It is now called Sixteen Once. The reason I changed it is mostly because I never really liked the name before and I didn't put much thought into it, so I tried to make a new name that was more original and related to my blog.

Now on to this post. Every day this week (except for Saturday because today is Friday) I took a photo of what I wore in the hopes that people reading this might get some inspiration for their own spring looks. 

Sunday

Romper: Urban Outfitters

Jacket (Brand): Ralph Lauren

Bag: Urban Outfitters

Rain Boots (Brand): Hunter

Knee Socks: Target

Monday

Shirt: T.J.Maxx

Kimono: Brandy Melville

Necklace: Brandy Melville

Highe Waisted Jeans: Urban Outfitters

Frilly Socks: Primark (in London)

Sneakers (Brand): Converse All-Star

Scrunchy: Urban Outfitters

Tuesday

Sweater: Brandy Melville

Glasses (no prescription): Forever21 Mens

High Waisted Jeans: Urban Outfitters

Shoes (Brand): Keds

Necklace: Forever21

Wednesday

Cropped Sweater: Forever21

Skirt: H&M

Knee High Socks: Target

Shoes: Forever21

Necklace (not visible but it is the same as Tuesdays): Forever21

Thursday

Shirt: Forever21

Tank Top: Forever21

High Waisted Jeans: Urban Outfitters

Socks: Target

Shoes (Brand): L.L.Bean

Also I did my hair really cool so here is a little pic

Friday

Dress: Anthropologie

Sweater: Target

Shoes (Brand): Nine West

Necklace: Urban Outfitters

What are you excited to do now that its spring?

xoxoxo

Nina

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Favorites: March

 It is already April and "spring has sprung!" I am a person who LOVES warm weather so I can't even explain how happy I am that it is going to begin being sunny and warm outside. The only problem about it being spring is that all the great winter items that we all love and cherish, will not be usable anymore. 

I made a list of some things that I have been loving this past winter. Most of which are things that I am going to continue to use/wear but a couple things are out of season and I will have to wait, almost, a whole year till I can use/wear them again :(

anyways here they are:

#1. Velvet Scrunchies 

These scrunchies are super wintery. Velvet was very 'in' this winter so I took it upon myself to have at least one item that was made out of velvet. When I first saw these I fell absolutely in love with them and ended up buying three in different colors. They are the perfect thickness and size for my big curly hair.

*American Apparel

#2. Short Gold Necklaces

I have always went through different jewelry phases. At one point I was obsessed with silver rings and at another time (probably a hand full of years ago) I was obsessed with crazy earrings. But, now I have a thing for short gold necklaces. I'm always afraid that I will change my obsession soon so I never buy too many of one thing, so I bought 3...but then I lost one so the picture is only of 2 of them. I wear these necklaces with basically all my outfits b/c gold goes with everything...except silver. I will never mix gold and silver. 

*Circle: Topshop

*Floral half circle: Urban Outfitter

#3. Plaid Scarf

On my trip to London (you can see detail in my earlier posts) We stopped in a Scottish little boutique one night. It sold tons of woven, cashmere, and wool clothing. During my trip I was paying very close attention to the clothing people wore b/c I am really trying to figure out how to define my style and how it evolves. While people watching I noticed a trend which was that tons of people wore big plaid scarves and when we entered the store I knew I just had to get one. 

I wear this scarf all the time, wether its just outside in the cold or to make a simple outfit more 'European'. I think that is what my style is. European.

I will be sad to let this scarf go for the season.

*Local store in London (I don't remember the name)

#4. Moisturizer

This is my favorite moisturizer that I have ever used. I use it in the morning after I wash my face and sometimes I may use it at night. It really keeps my face moisturized and soft all day. With it on, my skin is never to oily or to dry. Its perfect!

*Nuxe 

#5. Glutino Wafers

My mom and I are trying out a gluten free and dairy free diet. That means that a lot of the super delicious and also super unhealthy foods are out of the equation (like pizza...). B/c my mom is always looking for alternatives to those foods we end up always having different weird snacks in our pantry. But these wafers are one thing that always seems to stay put. Its probably not the best thing b/c I always have something to snack on but seriously, they are so good. Even my siblings who aren't keeping my diet love them.

*Glutino: Whole Foods

#6. My Daily Mascara Routine

Every morning after doing certain essential face prepping, I finish off my makeup with three steps. Curling my eyelashes, thickening my eyelashes, and the lengthening my eyelashes. The three products that I use are amazing at what they do. I have to admit that I am not the best at putting on mascara and end up smudging it a bit on my eyelid, but the results that these products accomplish are totally worth it. My lashes are big and bold (not to bold) and last all day long. 

*Curler: Sephora

*Thickening Mascara: Almay, from your local drug store.

*Lengthening: Great Lash- Maybelline, also your local drug store 

What winter items will you be missing?

xoxoxo

Nina

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Travels: London Day 5-8

London: Days 5 through 7

Day 5: Left our apartment and walk to Holland Park for a late breakfast at a cafe in the park. Afterwards we went to the Victoria and Albert Museum (there are only two pictures and one is of the lobby the other is of a person who I thought looked really cool #PeopleWatching). After that we got into a taxi, drove by Buckingham Palace and got off at the London Eye. Later that night we took the tube to Liberty of London where I didn't take many pictures other than of some impressive cakes in a cake store and a pretty dress in a store window. 

Day 6: I didn't take many pictures because we did a lot of moving around. Basically, what happened was we woke up early, left our apartment and walked to a different home that we were 'moving' to. We settled into the house. It was absolutely gorgeous and completely different from the place we stayed in before. I didn't take any pictures and I wish I had because the home was really gorgeous. The home was around the corner from Portobello Road where we walked around a bit, went into a really adorable children's clothing store, and I bought myself a big black floppy hat (I took a selfie of me wearing it, with my sister in a cafe/food store).
  

Day 7: I didn't take any pictures. I spent most of the day at home but then at night we took the tube to Piccadilly Circus and my mom, brother and I went to see the movie Monument Men, while my other brother, sister, and dad went to see the Lego Movie.

Day 8: LAST DAY!!! We spent the whole day in the airport and on the airplane. It was really sad. When we were in the air over Boston I took some really cool pictures. The snow made everything look really pretty but it was sad that after a week of really great weather we had to go back to the snow. I miss London.

Basically, I have decided that one day I will move to London. Everbody there was so fashinable and had great accents and just the culture was so fun to be around.

What was your favorite picture that I took?


xoxoxo
Nina

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