We sink, we lift our love...

Hi lovelies!

So I'm super excited for the holidays and all the fun stuff that comes with it. I thought I'd post some goodies from my wish list since it is now December.

This next week is finals week so I will a little busy the next couple of days. However, I will definitely see you in a week after the crap festival is over. Just wanted to leave you with some pretty things. What's on your list this year?

1. Jeffrey Campbell Lombard Fisherman

2. Fujifilm Instax Mini 8 Instant Film Camera

3. Lorac Pro Palette

4. MTP-1095Q-1A Casio Analog Watch

5. The Bones of What You Believe by CHVRCHES

6. Hangover Sweater by UNIF

7. Reebok Freestyle Hi

8. Bad Hair Day beanie by Local Heroes

9. IT by Alexa Chung

Listening to: We Sink - CHVRCHES

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It's an illusion like a movie...

Happy December!

It's that time of year guys! Are you excited?

I'll apologize in advance for the lack of outfit posts in these next couple of weeks. It's down to the wire here, finals are coming up and I know I'm going to be super busy writing papers and studying and all that jazz.

But I will definitely post some little things here and there, like today's post.

So Christmas is in a few weeks so I've decided to share what's on my lust list this year. Smiles.

What's on yours?

1. Dimepiece beanie

2. The Casual Vacancy by J.K. Rowling
3. Around the World leather watch
4. Moonrise Kingdom on DVD
5. Oliver Peoples MP-2
6. Jeffrey Campbell Coltrane
7. All-Over spike cap
8. Naked 2 palette by Urban Decay
9. Wildfox Seeing Stars Lennon sweater

Listening to: My Life (feat. Eminem & Adam Levine) - 50 Cent

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What doesn't kill you...

Thanks to my wonderful computer that functions only when it wants to, my blog posts have been all over the place.

I've been super busy with school which adds to the reasons I haven't been posting a lot. I haven't done Inspiration Wednesday for two weeks now and that is not good. But I hope this Wednesday I can finally post one up for you guys.

For today's post, I decided to just talk about my current loves and favorites and some things that are on my lust list, which is still growing.

So without further ado.

The current favorites.

1. Instagram

Yes. I have become one of those people. And it's great. For those of you who don't know, Instagram is just a way to share photos on your iPhone. It has fun filters to edit your pictures and stuff and I love it. You can follow me if you'd like - @queenvictoriareigns. Smiles.

2. Kate Moss Lipstick Collection for Rimmel London

I recently bought the orange-y toned one on the far right (Veronica did too!) which is called 12. Yeah, they didn't have names. I wish they did because this is such a great collection. Also they're amazingly inexpensive which is also a plus.

3. DIY Projects

During the fall, I ordered a crap ton of studs and I became obsessed. I just finished a little something to wear at midnight for The Hunger Games inspired by the character Seneca Crane (If you don't know who that is, read the book, it'll change your life). This photo is just a sneak peek of it. I'm so excited.

4. Le Specs sunglasses in "Digital Nomad"

I cannot believe I actually won these in a giveaway from Analisa over at Rouge Fox. It's been pretty sunny here so I've been wearing these all the time. However today was not so sunny so it might rain which sucks. But whatever, I'm still in love with these.

And on the Lust List.

1. The Hunger Games merchandise

Of course I want everything they came out with like the Peeta pillow case, the bookmark, multiple shirts, a mockingjay pin, etc. but I particularly love the China Glaze nail polish collection for The Hunger Games that is out now. Today my mother sent me this picture since she was super awesome and got them for me since there isn't anywhere I can get them here. So excited to wear them. Thanks mom!

2. American Apparel Disco Pants

I swore to myself that I would get these. I've been obsessing over them for a really long time. So it's about time that I get them. They go with basically everything and they're just amazeballs.

So there you go. Hopefully I will see you very soon.

Listening to: Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You) - Kelly Clarkson

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Heaven is place on earth with you...

Hi blog family!

So a couple of things.

1. I haven't had internet in my apartment for the longest time so I've trekked to the library of all places to do my blogging. That is how much I love you all. Since I don't have internet I've been bugging Veronica and watching Youtube videos with her since she has internet. We saw that Urban Decay is coming out with a second Naked Palette. I really wanted the first one... And now I want the second one.

2. The next time I'll be blogging probably won't be until I get home for winter break because of all of the finals and studying and packing and what not I need to do before Tuesday which is when I'm coming home. Thank the Lord. Thanksgiving break was not long enough.

3. I'm really happy I thought about Inspiration Wednesday because it keeps me thinking about my blog and giving all of you guys something to read. So today is another one I'm excited to show you.

4. My last post about Thanksgiving didn't have a Christmas Lust List ending attached to it because I didn't have any more to show you guys but never fear. I have another set of things added to my list.

So first, the inspiration.

We all know how close I am with my sister. As you can see, my inspiration this week is sisters. Especially since I am super excited for my photoshoot with my big sissy this coming break. She is a huge inspiration in my life in everything and we love other sisters who inspire us.

1. Dakota and Elle Fanning (These girls are practically cherubs. Love them.)

2. Kourtney, Khloe, and Kim Kardashian (Don't care what people say, they are so entertaining to watch. Haha.)

3. Natalie and Dylana Suarez (My sister, along with these two girlies, made me want to start blogging. Smiles.)

4. Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen (Um, duh.)

Here's an update on the Christmas Lust List.

1. Opaque Over-the-Knee Cable Knit Sock in Bordeaux from American Apparel

All the over the knee socks I have are black. Why is that? I now want these red ones and some charcoal gray ones. Yay.

2. Alexander McQueen skull scarf in black

Beautiful. Enough said.

3. TOMS shoes in the Classic black canvas

It's really bad because I want these only because I see them everywhere. But I really do want a pair. I think they're cutesies.

4. Harry Potter: Page to Screen, The Complete Filmmaking Journey

On Black Friday, my sister and I saw this book at Barnes & Noble and our jaws dropped. It's a huge as balls book. I just thought, Oh my god, all my dreams. (If you get my reference I'll love you forever.)

Also thank you to my sister who showed me this song.

Listening to: Video Games - Lana Del Rey

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And my heart died...

SWEATER - EXPRESS/ VINTAGE BLOUSE AND DOONEY & BOURKE BAG/ F21 BLACK SKINNIES/ DEENA & OZZY LACE UP BOOTIES

A very busy Wednesday indeed, but that is no reason to skip our beloved Inspiration Wednesday.

I am finally home in my lovely hometown of Monrovia. I got here last night and it feels like I had never left for Santa Cruz. Smiles.

I had such a long day, got a flu shot, made a crap ton of cake pops (not too bad for my first time, who needs Starbucks? Winky face), then met up with the sister after her work and finally went to see Like Crazy at the Arclight in Sherman Oaks. I loved it because it was Like Crazy, but I have mixed feelings about the entirety of it and the story. I don't know if that makes sense. Oh well, that's why I'm not a movie critic. Just go see it is my advice.

The inspiration for today (especially my outfit choice) comes from two of my favorite bloggers, Natalie Suarez from Natalie Off Duty, and Rumi Neely from Fashiontoast.

I feel that a lot of my styling of outfits and purchases come from these two lovely ladies, especially recently. I find that both of them are edgy yet sophisticated and polished at the same time and I love that. They can wear spikes and have it look proper. It's kind of something I strive for in my looks all the time, and they are the reason I do. I'm almost twenty and I feel

like it's getting to the point where I have to have my own style figured out for the rest of my life. They are helping me find that. Smiles.

Can't wait for Thanksgiving! And shopping, which means, Lust List time.

1. Kimchi & Blue Lace Up Cone Heel Boot in red at Urban Outfitters

Who doesn't want to own a pair of red booties???

2. Pocket long sleeve shirt from Romwe

I love this shirt. I think they're out of black which sucks. But anything from Romwe is kind of awesome. Amazeballs in fact. I'd be happy with any piece of clothing they sell to me. That might be taking it too far but you get it. Smiles.

3. The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky

Do you hate it as much as I do when they turn novels into movies before you get a chance to read them? I don't hate them for doing it, I just kinda hate myself for not getting to it before they do. I need to read this. Two words - Emma and Watson.

4. Patent loafers from H&M

I don't even know if these exist anymore, but I saw them on Andy from Style Scrapbook and I fell in love. Enough said.

Have a great holiday all! I know I will.

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Take a photograph...

HAT - F21/ VINTAGE BOOTS, DOONEY & BOURKE BAG AND DRESS/ H&M SWEATER/ NYX LIPSTICK IN ULYSSES

So sorry about the late posting. I haven't had internet for the past couple of days and I hate it. Especially being in college and not being able to do anything. But the thought of going home tomorrow is making me feel really good. So excited to see my fam and besties for Thanksgiving.

I couldn't believe my sister and Geo were in Santa Cruz. Veronica and I needed a break from life and that day was perfect. We had yummy Burger and I was really freaking happy.

Enjoy the photos. An Inspiration Wednesday is comin' soon. Smiles.

More lust list for you in the meantime.

1. Forever 21 Wide Leg Trousers

I have a new love for trousers. All kinds, tapered and wide. I don't have any wide ones yet so I want.

2. Polaroid Film 600

I have a Polaroid camera I have yet to use. Someone please get me film.

3. Dr. Martens Brook shoe in burgundy

Dylana Suarez from Color Me Nana has these shoes and I fell in love with them. They look good with everything. Everything.

4. Sheer Contempo Maxi dress from Calico

I love the cut of dresses like these. Just anything that's cut like this would be really nice. Love.

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Listening to: 192 Days - Eisley

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One step closer...

Another Inspiration Wednesday comin' at ya!

Today, my sister and Geo came to visit me for a couple of hours and took Veronica and I out for lunch at where else? Burger. I love them. That post is coming up a little later. We took lots of pictures so don't worry. Smiles.

So I have expressed my liking for the Twilight Saga multiple times on this blog. I'll admit, I do like it. But compare it to Harry Potter, I'll despise it because nothing will beat that. They even copied the two part thing but that doesn't matter. The point I'm making is I actually enjoy it. I'm not afraid to admit it.

Because first, I'm in love with Robert Pattinson (and pretty sure I'd date Kristen Stewart as well). I think the story is only pretty good because I feel it could have been written a whole lot better if it was written by someone else. The movies have gotten better as far as graphics and acting goes which makes me really happy because I was dying in the first one. And this whole thing has been a best friends group social thing. We've all read it and seen it at midnight together since I was a junior in high school.

While I'm a little sad I won't get to see it with the regular crew, I get to see it with bestie

Veronica on a little midnight date tomorrow night and I'm probably going to see the second part with her as well as the crew, next summer. We got our tickets a couple days ago and I am very excited.

So today's Inspiration Wednesday consists of the Twilight Saga throughout the years and

everything I have loved about it. Just to warn you - lots of photos coming up.

Smiles.

Oh and here are some more things from the Christmas Lust List.

1. Lomography Diana F+ Flash

I still haven't quite gotten the hang of my Diana camera which sucks balls but I'm trying. I feel like an idiot because I can't work it yet but I still want accessories for it. I realize I just like having things. Anyway.

2. American Apparel Thick Knit Jersey Skirt in black

I saw this a long time ago and thought Eh, people like it a lot but it's pretty plain. But then I saw it on Rumi Neely from Fashiontoast and she styled it so well that I want it now. I love her style. And it's pretty inexpensive for AA.

3. Breaking Dawn Part I soundtrack

If you haven't yet listened to the songs on this, I suggest you do. The song for today's post, A Thousand Years, by Christina Perri, is lovely. And the wedding version of Flightless Bird, American Mouth, by Iron & Wine, is just beautiful. I didn't think that song could get any better.

4. Diamond Candles in Pumpkin Chai

A lot of my favorite things wrapped into one: a soy candle, pumpkin, chai, and rings. Every one of their candles comes with a ring either worth $10, $100, $1000, or $5000. You can't go wrong. You have to burn them and then dig out the ring. It's great. I want one.

I might do a Kristen Stewart promoting Breaking Dawn fashion post soon after all of the hype is over.

Listening to: A Thousand Years - Christina Perri

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Everything's an embrace...

F21 LEGGINGS AND TANK/ THRIFTED BLAZER WITH VINTAGE PINS/ OVER THE KNEE BOOTS - ME TOO/ NYX LIPSTICK IN B52

Goodbye all black!

This was my last black outfit for run crew. I decided to make an outfit post for you all after we striked the stage and dressing room and everything was clean. I was really bummed to see it all go away. I'm going to miss giggling with the girls on the headset and running around telling actors what to do and hearing scandalous stories.

This blazer is still a work in progress as you can maybe tell. I got inspiration from Effy in the show Skins. Her jacket is amazeballs. I just need more pins.

More from the Christmas Lust List. Smiles.

1. Vagabond Grace ankle boot in black leather

I would love an ankle boot that I can wear with anything and that has a small chunky heel perfect for any occasion. This is what I would want them to look like. They don't even have to be these exact ones, I just want a pair.

2. Huge chunky scarf I found on Ebay in red

Surprisingly I don't have a big scarf that isn't a tube scarf or an infinity scarf. I love this red one. It's so Carrie Bradshaw in the Sex and the City movie.

3. StyleMint Abbot Kinney v-neck t-shirt in heather grey

These shirts are all I hear about everywhere. I kinda want to see what all the fuss is about. I also think that anything worn by the Olsen twins is amazeballs.

4. Silver Griffin left ear cuff

I'm not one to have more than one hole in my ears so I love the idea of ear cuffs. Also, this one is super cool. It's so different from every other one I've seen. I want it.

So excited for this week. Love you all.

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Listening to: Embrace (feat. White Lies) - Chase & Status

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So glide away...

VINTAGE BLAZER AND LOUIS VUITTON PURSE/ F21 JEANS, TAUPE CARDIGAN AND TANK/ H&M SCARF/ SHOES - FLEA MARKET/ NYX LIPSTICK IN B52

Happy Saturday!

I just love fall. You know why? Pumpkin Spiced lattes. They are my love every season.

If you follow me on Twitter, I will be posting a photo every time I get one. Let's see how many I have by the end of the season. And Veronica posts pics of her Peppermint White mochas too. Follow her here. Smiles.

I haven't actually dressed up for something in a while because it was raining cats and dogs and I stuck to my big mens Forever 21 jacket and it was all I wore all the time. I figured today was a nice day so I'll dress up. I got the red blazer at Salvation Army and I had yet to wear it but it's my new favorite.

Life is getting so much better. Maybe because I'm going home for Thanksgiving really soon and my sister is coming to visit me this week and bester Kristen is staying in Santa Cruz for a while. Maybe. I'm really excited.

If you haven't heard, I'm doing run crew for a show at UCSC and the last show is tomorrow. Doing this show made me really miss doing theatre and acting. It made me extremely busy but I am very sure I will miss it a lot afterward.

Oh and I dyed my hair again but it's fading. Again. I need a lighter color.

Lately, I've been busy with the show, eating lots of food, trying to study, and playing Modern Warfare 3 with Veronica. Smiles.

Anyway. I'm excited for life. What are you all excited for?

Here are some more things from the Christmas Lust List.

1. MAC Lipstick in Such Flare from the Glitter and Ice Collection

I need a true red lipstick before I change my mind. This one is gorge. And it's from their new collection.

2. Minolta SRT 101 35mm camera in black with flash

I love the look of old cameras. Especially when they are not that expensive. And I absolutely love 35 mm cameras.

3. Lomography 35mm Redscale film

This film looks so cool when it gets developed. I need to have it for my Nikon 35mm camera.

4. Crazy Stupid Love on DVD

Ryan Gosling. Enough said.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF VERONICA SHEPP

Listening to: The Chain - Ingrid Michaelson

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Every time she closed her eyes...

If you follow me on Twitter, you may have noticed me saying something about a little thing called Inspiration Wednesday.

I realized that I have things in my life that get me through the day most of the time, and these can be anything ranging from my thoughts to what foods I've been wanting or eating to people that play a role in my life. I thought I would share them with you every Wednesday because first, everyone needs a little something to give them a boost on Hump Day. I know I do. Also, this will keep me blogging at least once a week even if I get too busy to post anything else during the week. I can't abandon this blog again. I did once and I regret it very much. I'm glad I'm back and happy that all of you care about what I have to say. Smiles.

But anyway. This first Inspiration Wednesday consists of my current loves at the moment which makes me very happy.

1. Free People's November catalog. If you haven't looked through it yet, you're missin' out. I love how they go through the decades and the different amazing styles each one had.

2. Studs and spikes. I have been obsessed with them since I made shorts for myself and my sister. I'm ordering them in bulk now since I feel like studding everything I effing own. And these Jeffrey Campbell spiked Litas are gorge. They are the next Jeffrey Campbells I will buy for sure.

3. Supernovae. I'm currently in an astronomy class this quarter and right now we're learning about supernovae. I absolutely love what a supernova looks like. Anything with a galaxy print I love. It reminds me of the Christopher Kane Galaxy Collection. And yes I want all of it.

4. Like Crazy. I posted the trailer for this movie on here about a month ago or something and I can't wait to see it with my sister when I go home for Thanksgiving. It's beautiful to look at and I will be posting about it again in the near future.

So I hope you all enjoyed Inspiration Wednesday.

Here are more things on the Christmas Lust List that you can enjoy as well. Smiles.

1. ASOS Paisley print Bodycon dress

This dress might not be on the site anymore which is really sad because it's my favorite dress from ASOS, along with this one and this one. It's gorge. Love paisley prints.

2. For Emma, Forever Ago by Bon Iver on vinyl

Such a good album to have on vinyl. If you don't love Justin Vernon, there's something wrong with you. Beautiful.

3. Jessica Simpson Colie shoe in black leather

I have mentioned this sexy shoe briefly before. It's a great black pump to wear with any dress and it's simple but it still has an edge and that's what I love.

4. Essie nail polish in Midnight Cami

I've posted about this nail polish before when I saw it on Kristen Stewart. Still want it.

Anyway. xo

Listening to: Paradise - Coldplay

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Standing on my own two feet...

Just another day at school.

I wore this outfit to class yesterday. This was before it started raining hard as balls. It was a very good break from the all the black I have to wear for the show. And it was just a comfortable outfit to wear. But I apologize for my weirdness in the pictures. I had no idea I was going to put this outfit in a post.

So over the past couple of days, I have been in a little funk with life here in Santa Cruz. I mean, don't get me wrong, I love it here. But I need a break. I not only want to go home, I NEED to go home. Even for a little bit. I am going banana sandwich here. I can't wait for the sister and bester to visit me here. And I abso-freaking-lutely can't wait to go home for Thanksgiving. I know I said that in the last post, but I can't say it enough.

But enough of the pity party.

As promised, here are more things from the Christmas Lust List, which always makes me smile.

1. Ray-Ban Classic Clubmaster Sunglasses Black

I have always wanted a pair like this. Always. Because everyone knows that they will never go out of style ever.

2. Adam Levine (Just kidding.) Who The Fuck Is Mick Jagger shirt mens M

This shirt is kinda legendary. Originally worn by Keith Richards and now sexy Adam Levine in his "Moves Like Jagger" video. I want.

3. Sage Cross-Front Maxi Skirt in taupe by BB Dakota on Threadsence

I have a new love for weird-looking maxi skirts. This one is lovely.

4. Colorsplash 35mm camera in Chrome

This camera is amazing. I've seen the pictures it takes because Rosee Rose has one and it's just fun times. I feel like I have too many cameras but frankly my dear, I don't give a damn. Smiles.

THRIFTED CARDIGAN AND BOOTS/ VINTAGE BLOUSE, BACKPACK AND RINGS/ F21 JEANS/ NYX LIPSTICK IN ULYSSES

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Listening to: Turning Tables - Adele

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Run faster, jump higher...

This is what an actress doing tech looks like.

Oh so busy! But happy November everyone!

For the first time ever, I'm on run crew for a play instead of acting in it. It's very different but I actually really love it. It's called Let's Murder the Moonshine and I think it's pretty awesome.

I was told to wear all black, but being the little drama queen I am I had to add a little pizzazz to the all black. This is one of my favorite sweaters ever. I haven't worn it in forever and I'm so glad I brought it to Santa Cruz with me. So soft.

But anyway, I am looking forward to wearing all black this week and next week for the run of the show.

Other news:

If you haven't already noticed my hair is ombré. I dyed it about a week ago. It's faded a little bit, but don't you fret, I'm dying it again to make it a little lighter. I really like it. My hair has been

dark dark brown for almost twenty years. I felt it was time for a change. Even a small one.

So it is November, which means it's time for the holidays. That makes me extremely happy. I get to go home and see my lovely friends and family, who I miss a lot.

Every Thanksgiving I debut my Christmas Lust List to my family but I decided to do something

a little different this year. Every other blog post this month and next I will post a couple of things on the list for my secret messengers (*cough* sissy and K-Fed).

So without further ado:

1. The NAKED Palette from Urban Decay

Veronica's boyfriend bought this for her and it came in the mail last week. I got a good look at it and it's gorge. I love.

2. The Mountain Three Wolf Moon T-Shirt Mens M

I want another wolf shirt. Enough said.

3. Forever 21 leatherette and mesh leggings

I don't know if these are still online but I want something like them. I know Romwe has a pair like them, which are good too. They're fun.

4. LUXLA Matte black silver hex bracelet

I found this beautiful bracelet on the wonderful blog Color Me Nana, by Dylana Suarez and I fell in love. How could you not? So simple. So edgy.

Anyway. Smiles.

VINTAGE SWEATER/ THRIFTED BOOTS/ F21 LEGGIINGS/ NYX LIPSTICK IN FRAPPUCINO

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Listening to: I Threw It On the Ground - The Lonely Island

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