PARADISE

It's no secret by now, I do live in paradise. A place where the beaches are hot and the people are warm. A place I am so honoured, grateful and thankful to call HOME. I live in the British Virgin Islands.

A few weeks ago, I went on a sailing trip with my friends and I have fell in love with this island paradise all over again. Today I'll be sharing a few scenic, unfiltered photos that I took on the trip.

The first island we sailed to was Cooper Island. Just 5 miles from Tortola, Cooper Island is known for its relax vibe and feel. This island offers 4 privately owned properties and a beach club on Manchineel Bay. It is also rich in flora and fauna.

Cooper Island Beach Club in the distance

At the beach club 

Next, we were off to Norman Island. Known to be the inspiration for R.L. Stevenson's book, "Treasure Island", Norman Island is the perfect place for snorkelling, especially in the water-level caves.  We spent the night moored in The Bight and located right next to our boat was the famous " Willy T", a boat where the party never ends.  We got to Norman Island when the sun was setting so unfortunately I didn't get any good pictures of the island in the day but I sure did get a great photo in the night.

The most beautiful sunset I have ever seen | Norman Island

After spending the night at Norman Island, our final stop was Jost Van Dyke.  Named after a dutch settler and former pirate, Jost Van Dyke is known for its colourful folklore and stunning scenery. We anchored our boat in the bay a little after 9 in the morning. And surprisingly, the beach was already filled with numerous people. Jost Van Dyke is home to the world famous Foxy's Old Year's Party and the famous Caribbean cocktail, "The PainKiller"; which was invented at the Soggy Dollar Bar.

White Bay, Jost Van Dyke 

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TOP 5 FAVOURITE PERFUMES

Hey guys! In today's post I am going to be sharing my top 5 favourite perfumes. Let me first begin by saying these perfumes aren't the only ones that I own but the ones I am about to list have got to be my TOP picks. Also, this does not mean that they are the best perfumes on the market- it is a simple matter of personal preference. I wear these perfumes on a regular basis and I am using genuine photos of the perfume bottles so excuse the ones that seem to be almost empty lol. I also won't be listing the prices of each perfume simply because they are of different prices in different online stores and perfume shops.

Now that we have that out the way, let's begin!

Flower Bomb by Viktor & Rolf

              

I have listed this perfume as the first one since it was what I reach for almost everyday! As the name states " Flower Bomb" it is definitely a floral explosion. This wonderful perfume is housed in a unique shaped bottle, almost resembling a grenade to add more vision to its name. This perfume explodes like a bouquet of flowers and leaves a trail of its floral scents along the way. This perfume honestly lasts all day and night when used and I absolutely love it.

Flor by Oscar de la Renta 

Inspired by Oscar de la Renta's love for gardening, his signature scent was reimagined. This scent was introduced to me by my mom. She is the perfume queen lol. Unlike, Flower Bomb, Flor is a but lighter and natural. This fragrance combines the scents of fresh mango, neroli and a creamy musk to finish it off. 

No 5 by Chanel 

Coming in at number 3 is No 5 by Chanel. This perfume is the ultimate classic! It is a symbol of good taste and is one of the best selling around the world. No 5 has a heavy strong scent to me but with a nice touch of floral femininity. 

Illicit by Jimmy Choo 

Illicit is one of my newest purchases and it is also one of Jimmy Choo's newest perfumes that he has added to his list of many other things.  Even though this perfume is new, I can't get enough of it! I wear this to work all time. This perfume has a modern floral scent with a blend of notes including ginger, rose, jasmine, and sandalwood I do believe this would be any woman's favourite as well. 

Reb'l Fleur by Rihanna 

Last but not least, Reb'l fleur. In the photo above the bottle looks relatively full. That's because its a new bottle because I can't get enough of this stuff lol. This fragrance is intense but not too much. Its fruity and floral notes make it a perfect summer fragrance. Some of the notes included are: tuberose,  violet, and hibiscus. 

What are your favourite perfumes? Do you have any that you would like me to check out? Feel free to leave your suggestions in the comment section below. 

SUMMER TREND - THE MAXI DRESS

Summer has finally arrived, and what better way to kick it off with other than fashion. Today, I'll share with you guys one of my staple pieces for summer, the maxi dress.

I purchased this dress about a month or two ago to wear at my cousin's wedding. The wedding was a spring themed wedding so I chose a spring themed dress. But after some time, I realised not only is this dress a spring dress, it can also be for the summer as well.

Photo By: Shaun Black 

This dress is called " Roxberi Elle Keyhole Maxi Dress" and I got it in the colour hot pink. I purchased it on Nordstrom for $54.00 but it is currently on sale for $32.40 (not too bad) .  What I really love about this dress is the keyhole neckline. It's very different. Normally, when dresses have keyholes they can be found to the back of the dress. So by this being to front it definitely adds uniqueness to the dress. I love how flowy, light-weight and how voluminous it is as well ; perfect the hot summer days to come.
The ankle-baring asymmetrical hem adds an edginess to the dress also.

This dress can be worn during the day or night. At weddings, parties, dinners and more. It is perfect for any occasion.

But you guys know I could not wear such a beautiful dress without a few chic accessories. In the photo above, I wore a simple Michael Kors Watch, Forever 21 earrings and aviator sunglasses.

For shoes, I wore a pair of simple brown scrappy sandals from Forever21 so that I could be comfortable. This dress would look great with heels as well. Of your choice of course! If I had to wear heels with it I'd definitely wear nude ankle strap heels to retain a simple chic look.

Here are some maxi dresses that I'm loving right now:

Everly High Neck Maxi Dress in the colour mauve 

Adelyn Rae Cutout Back Print Chiffon  Maxi Dress in the colour green/blue

FELICITY & COCO Floral Print Maxi Dress in the colour coral leaf 

THE ULTIMATE MAKEUP GUIDES - ILLUSTRATIONS

A few days ago, I came across these makeup guide illustrations and I had to share them with you guys! These are perfect for those who are beginners like myself and even for the pros. I find them to be quite helpful because they go through everything from  eyebrows, highlighting & contouring, blush, eye looks, lips, nail varnish, eye shape and different eyeliner techniques. 

I hope you guys find them as helpful as I did! xoxo  

FIRST TIME PADDLE BOARDING!

I've heard many people share their stories about paddle boarding; about how fun it is. I have seen countless photos as well and it looked like soo much fun I decided that I had to try it out!

I did my research and found out there are paddle board rentals right here on the island at Cane Garden Bay.  Since this was my first time, I ask one of my friends to tag along with me and it was her first time as well. lol The instructor gave us a thorough explanation of what paddle boarding is and how to perfectly do it without hurting ourselves.

Then it was time to hit the water.
Here are a few photos of the instructor giving us a few pointers on how to position ourselves on the board:

And off we gooooo

I won't lie I was pretty terrified at first, especially since it was my first time doing it. It was a struggle to find balance on the board but I think I definitely got the hang of it at some point.
My friend and I definitely shared a few laughs from falling and a few panic attacks from being scared to go too far out in the water but ultimately I had a blast!

It was such a great experience and I would surely try this again soon. If you are ever looking for a new and adventures activity to do in the water whether you are a local or not, this is a must do!

Swimwear details:
Her: Trefle
Me: Target 

HELLO AGAIN | BACK TO BLOGGING

Hey guys! I am back! Yes, I know it has been quite sometime since I've blogged but let me reassure you guys that that will change.

I have been absent on blogging simply because of school. I attend college and because blogging is so time consuming I had to cut back and I am slowly reaching the end of my stay at college so it is basically crunch time for me. I did not expect my break to be so long  but I will try to blog as much as possible now that I am on summer break.

Another reason why I have been a bit absent with my blogging is because of lack of motivation. My struggle is finding people to shoot with or coming up with new ideas and new things to blog about.
I have sat down and thought about new things to blog about so please look out for them soon.

I am trying to make my blog the best not only for you but for me and sometimes I am not satisfied with it. And that is normal lol. I really do hope to present new content soon for you guys to enjoy and maybe some amazing collaborations with other bloggers as well.

I have made a promise with myself to get back into blogging and to try my hardest to be consistent.
Thank you guys for being patient and be on the look out for new posts real soon! xoxo

ISLAND BLING | NAVANCHOR PRESENTS VEUVE CLICQUOT RICH PARTY!

On Friday,  I attended the Veuve Clicquot Rich Party presented by Navanchor thanks to Trefle!
Word on the street is Navanchor is one of the hottest event planning, destination management, VIP concierge service companies here in the British Virgin Islands. They host amazing events!

The first thing I noticed at this event was the set up. I was really impressed. It was highly executed down to every detail from how the chairs were placed to the number of pineapples in a tray. Job well done. The atmosphere was great. It created such a welcoming feeling. Everyone was friendly and sociable, having the time of their lives.

The main reason I was at this party was because I got asked to be a model for Trefle at this event. It was my first time "modeling" and to be really honest with you guys I was extremely nervous.
I had my best friend with me and the rest girls I knew which made it a lot easier for me because I wasn't around complete strangers. I felt comfortable.

Models in Trefle summer line: Atacama 

After modeling, we danced the night away with beautiful amazing people. I definitely had a blast!
If you are planning your next event or would like to attend an event hosted by Navanchor check out their Facebook page or their website.

Here are a few more photos from the event:

And here is a quick video:

DAY TRIP TO PETER ISLAND

The perfect way to spend Good Friday this year was at Peter Island with my best friend Jess. We were gifted with gift certificates to the Peter Island Resort & Spa from my mom. She won these 2 certificates and decided that she would like us to have them. How sweet of her ❤️

Here are a few photos from this wonderful day trip: 

At the CYS Dock. A quick photo before leaving.

Outfit details: 
Top- Forever 21
Shorts- Forever 21
Sandals- Forever 21
Sunglasses- Forever 21
Watch- Michael Kors

Before the wonderful massage! 

Jess and I both got a 50 minute Peter Island Signature Massage. Man oh man! I do recommend it to anyone who goes to the spa. It was wonderful.

After the massage, time for the pool!

Outfit Details:
Swimsuit- Forever21

Views

Relaxing by the infinity pool

Enjoying the view at the jacuzzi!

Outfit Deals:

Swimsuit- Trèfle http://www.trefledesigns.com

We be killin em 😍

Peter Island's famous brick oven pizza! I got the Margherita and Jess got the BBQ  Chicken. 

I think we both had an amazing time at Peter Island. It was relaxing and peaceful. From the start of our trip to the end, the service was impeccable. On arrival, we were greeted with warm cloths and drinks. We headed to the admin building, where a bus was called to carry us to the spa. The ladies at the spa treated us so well and made sure that our stay was great. We were able to use all amenities at the spa- from the showers, to the sauna, to the pool and jacuzzi. We loved it!

We ate at Deadman's Beach Bar and Grill and even though it was a bit crowded, we were still served respectfully and in a timely manner.

I do recommend coming here one day, whether it is during the summer, on a holiday or even on the weekend. I definitely will be back soon! :)

For more info check out:

http://peterisland.com