Inspiration: Dorm Inspiration for this Year.

It's that time of year again...almost time to go back to college. I have about 15 or so days. Last year when it came to my dorm(well my side of the dorm), I kind of just brought a bunch of things that I liked and it just worked out. But I really wanted to approach it a different way this year. I wanted my bed less "busy." and more planned. Plus I had an extra pair of sheets that I didn't use last year that were white. I didn't want to use my pink from last year. Then my aunt gave me this fluffy white blanket and I decided to go from there. I decided to do my bed all white but mix it with different colored pillows. Last year I had a blend of different colors and different colored flowers everywhere. I am a really visual person and designing spaces is a really exciting time for me. This year I plan on keeping it more green and white with color touches. Here is some things that inspired me:

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Of course, my dorm is not huge but it's enough to incorporate your own feel to it through things such as decorations, lights, mugs, and plates. :) 

Maybe I'll post some pictures up once I am done!

Love,

Things We Love: Filtered Water Bottles

We are both constantly determined to drink those 8 cups of water every day. At the beginning of college last year, I bought three cases of water bottles because I drink a lot every day. However, they ran up fast and when you average in how much case after case costs, it can get a little costly for a college student budget. Not only that, all that plastic is not good for the environment. My roommate and I both realized this and wanted to change. Sarah was the first I know (being an Environmental Studies major) that started to use a BRITA water bottle. She convinced us that we should probably go out and get some. These bottles are reusable bottles that filter tap water and also make the taste a little better. Bam, you have purified water! Each one contains a filter that lasts about 300 refills or 2-3 months. Here is the one both my roommate and I have and recommend:

Filter Fresh Water Bottle from Rubbermaid

Pros: 1) Filters chlorine 2) BPA Free 3)You can put ice cubes in these as well!

These in particular run from $6-10. They are usually $10 but I have seen them on sale at Giant Food Market for $6 multiple times. I also know that they are carried by Kmart. If you can't find them in stores, they are also available on Amazon. Hopefully you find them in a store to save shipping.

Now here is the one Sarah had:

BRITA Water Filter Bottle

Pros: 1)Also filters chlorine 2)BPA Free 3)Recyclable 

These also run under $10. They can be found at more stores like Shop Rite and Target. Also available online of course. 

Now I have to say that there is another brand of filtered water bottles that I tried out but did not like. These are called The Bobble. They are very stylish looking with a completely clear body and colored filter. However, I did not like these at all. It is very hard to drink from and you have to squeeze the bottle very hard for the water to come out. I also did not enjoy the taste very much. Therefore, I would say either of the above two are much better and will get you drinking the amount of water that you should be.

While $10 seems a little hefty for a water bottle, in the long run it helps you out so much. You will no longer need to buy cases for up to months at a time and these can be taken anywhere.(like class and to the gym!)

Love,
Sophia

Things We Love: Liquid Eyeliner

So not too recently I discarded my ways of wearing eyeliner along my bottom water line and began to put it on top. The cat eye look has definitely become my favorite! Because my budget doesn't allow me to purchase more expensive make up, I usually buy items from the closest drug store. I used a liquid eye liner that dipped into the liquid with paint brush tip and I loved it. After this year though I was not able to find the same eyeliner, nor a different one with a paint brush tip.



I decided to check Sephora. Though I'm not a huge fan of the store like some of my friends (they love it), I was lead to this eyeliner. Although it cost a pretty penny ($20.00), I believe the Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner it is totally worth it! The formula is smooth and not too thick or painty, but its still very dark and can create sharp lines. It also doesn't rub off easy or smudge.

So far I have loved it. I've recommend it to my friends and now to you, our readers.
Enjoy!

Love,
Sarah