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ELLE-MAY LECKENBY, 19, WEB + GRAPHIC DESIGNER, AUSTRALIA

ELLE-MAY’S STYLE: Neutral, flow-y, innovative but relaxed. I really like textural looks, beautiful linens and leathers. I don’t think I have trade mark pieces however I do tend to dress is muted colour pallets, and often end up with brown accessories.

INSPIRATION: So many things inspire me all the time! Personalities, certain blogs, street style, instrumentals, poetry, tv series, costume dramas, architecture, weather, memories, my own dreams and of course nature most of all!

WHAT EXCITES YOU THE MOST IN LIFE? The Fact that I get the opportunity to be alive - Hope of what is to come!!

WHO DO YOU CONSIDER TO BE THE MOST EMPOWERING INDIVIDUAL? People who are closest to me empower me the most. I’ve always had really encouraging and uplifting close friends. My family also have blessed me beyond words.

WHAT ROLE DOES SOCIAL MEDIA PLAY IN YOUR LIFE? It has a big influence. Through blogging / networking I meet people with similar styles, labels or visions and get these incredible opportunities to collaborate! By doing this it gives me constant reasoning to keep photographing and creating imagery to compliment the style of the label or online store. This really is my passion, I know I will continue to grow in it!

WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO WEARING THE MOST THIS SUMMER? It’s currently winter in Australia so I’m guessing once winter is done I will be craving a nice swimsuit and the ocean. Also would love a cute plaid linen smock!

WHAT IS ON YOUR SUMMER (WINTER) PLAYLIST?I’ve been listening to all kinds of artists including; Haim, the 1975, Breakbot, Youth lagoon, Rhye, Sea Oleena, Bear mountain, Modest mouse, Sparkadia, Sea wolf, and The National a lot!

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LISA DENGLER, 24, ARCHITECTURE STUDENT + FASHION BLOGGER, UNITED STATES

LISA’S STYLE: I think my style is pretty simple. I like paying attention to the little details, and not make the overall look too overwhelming, But then I’ll throw on a hat or a long vintage-like jacket to make the look a little more edgy / unique.

INSPIRATION: What doesn’t inspire me? I live for being constantly inspired, whether it be from other bloggers, from people on the street, from a nice interaction, from a book I read, from something I eat, from travelling. I think the world is beautiful, as are the people in it, and I constantly am observing everything that is going on around me.

WHAT MAKES YOU UNIQUE? A good question. Let’s say in terms of fashion, I don’t have a lot of money to buy any designer pieces (those that I do have I’ve won, or are secondhand, etc.), so my style is very relatable to most of the population because they can literally go buy the same clothes I do without spending a lot of money.

WHAT ABOUT FASHION INTERESTS YOU THE MOST? I love how fashion is always changing at a speed we sometimes can’t even grasp. I love interpreting what I see on the runway into real life and seeing how others react to it. And then it’s really interesting to observe the whole cycle, from runway to people in the fashion industry to mainstream. I think it’s a fascinating subject.

WHAT ROLE DOES SOCIAL MEDIA PLAY IN YOUR LIFE? I feel like social media is slowly taking over my life. Between Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest (not to mention blogging!), my day is kept busy trying to keep the rest of the world informed about my life. But don’t get me wrong, it’s my guilty pleasure! Especially Instagram. I’m a little bit obsessed.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT WEARING THIS SPRING? Whites (though I always manage to get it dirty within a half hour), flats (an amen to women’s feet everywhere), leather, and denim denim denim.

WHAT IS ON YOUR SUMMER PLAYLIST? To be honest, I listen to other people’s playlists on 8tracks. I’ll find a song I love, play it on repeat for a few days, then forget it ever existed. Last night I found the song My Head is a Jungle by Wankelmut and Emma-Louise. Any playlist tagged with indie or indie remix I love. Oh, and The XX and Alt-J are good go-to bands for me.

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LIDIA FROLOVA, 28, BLOGGER, PHOTOGRAPHER + PERSONAL SHOPPER, RUSSIA

LIDIA’S STYLE: I try to not drive myself into the framework of any specific style (it would be boring) and I guess my style is a mixture of different things. But anyway I love wearing dresses and unusual, a little bit rough shoes (preferably on high heel and platforms).

INSPIRATION: I get inspiration from all around.My friends, weather, movies and books, photographs!

WHAT MAKES YOU UNIQUE? My short haircut, I can knit very well (I can knit almost everything!) and I can also play the violin!

WHAT ABOUT FASHION INTERESTS YOU THE MOST? I really like to follow fashion trends, watch fashion shows. But the most favorite aspect of fashion is the ability to constantly change. Update wardrobe at the beginning of each new fashion season - It’s very exciting!

WHAT ROLE DOES SOCIAL MEDIA PLAY IN YOUR LIFE? It takes a lot of time in my life! I’m especially keen on LOOKBOOK.NU and blogs, of course. Also Instagram - I don’t go a day without taking a photo!

WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT WEARING THIS SPRING? You know, in Russia winter lasts for a very long time but I’m looking forward to the spring to wear light clothes like dress made of chiffon, sandals and short shorts! Also lace, a lot of lace! As well as denim jumpsuits, smock dresses with prints, raffia platforms, transparent heels and bags.

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AMY SCHEEPERS, 23, PHOTOGRAPHER, SOUTH AFRICA

AMY’S STYLE: I guess my style is quite a combination of things. I’d like to think of myself as more bohemian than anything else, and a tad scruffy! I’m always wearing beanies and black leather boots, and you’ll very rarely see me in pants.

INSPIRATION: People and photo’s inspire me, & other blogs and bloggers for sure.

WHAT MAKES YOU UNIQUE? I care about animals more than the average human & I can hula hoop for hours without fail. I’m also borderline obsessive about photography.

FEAR FACTOR: [I am afraid of] the dark. I know it’s silly but I have such a fear of the dark. In a far broader sense I fear that I will not accomplish all of goals and dreams.

STYLE EVOLVING OVER THE YEARS: I think it will probably become more refined, I’m really looking forward to defining my signature style. I see myself always wearing bohemian pieces though, and I’d like to get into accessorizing more.

WHAT ROLE DOES SOCIAL MEDIA PLAY IN YOUR LIFE? It does take up a fair amount of my time! Lately I’v been pretty hooked on instagram haha, I’m too damn curious and love looking at other peoples pictures! I’d say blogs are my main time-waster, I’m not too bothered with Facebook & Twitter though.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT WEARING THIS SPRING? In South Africa it’s going into Autumn right now so I’m not too sure, probably little printed dresses, wide brim hats, flares, and florals.

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ISABELLA RAKONIC, 19, LAW STUDENT + MODEL, CROATIA

ISABELLA’S STYLE: I don’t like to describe my style because I think defining it would stop me from exploring new things. I don’t have any signature trademarks, not that I know of anyway!

INSPIRATION: I find inspirations everywhere, from magazines and fashion icons and movies to my own grandmother!

WHAT MAKES YOU UNIQUE? I don’t know how to answer that question. I can only say that everyone is unique, even of he or she doesn’t know it. We’re all uniques, but still a part of one amazing world.

STYLE EVOLVING OVER THE YEARS: I see myself more mature, with more experience in fashion. I think that’s very important, and you can gain that only when time passes. I think the big change will be when I finish law school, get my own place, find a job, and make my own money. When I have my own money, I am free to spend it however I like to, not depending on my parent’s approval (for example for buying expensive heels).

WHAT ROLE DOES SOCIAL MEDIA PLAY IN YOUR LIFE? I don’t read or watch any celebrity gossip news. I’m more into news and politics, and that really doesn’t have any influence in my fashion world.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT WEARING THIS SPRING? It’s very ugly weather here in Zagreb, and I’m still wearing winter clothes even tough I bought a whole lot of new spring clothes. I just can’t wait for sun to come so I can wear them all. I’m thinking of a lot of white, yellow and pastel colours, stiletto heels, sunglasses and a big smile.

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NATASHA ALIA, 22, FASHION DESIGNER + FASHION/PHYSICS STUDENT, UNITED STATES

NATASHA’S STYLE: The easiest way to describe my style is feminine, but not in the cutesy, girlish sense, although I have (too often) been compared to a doll. I love dresses that have full skirts with provocative details like cut-outs, plunging backs, gold metal zippers and (perfectly on trend) studs and embellishments. I don’t have a signature piece, but my trademark would definitely be florals.

INSPIRATION: Creating stories - in terms of fashion, the idea of what setting or mood I create with a particular outfit, or what that outfit reveals about me to the outside world and how I can control that impression by choosing particular garments. If one day I want to appear dark and moody, the next day as an artsy student or an elegant businesswoman - the possibilities are inspiring.

WHAT MAKES YOU UNIQUE? Well, I know I don’t consider myself a person who has one of the - as Vladimir Nabokov called it - “ready-made souls in plastic bags.” I suppose people are always surprised when they discover I study physics, or that I take part in conservation work for cheetahs, or that I routinely do my best to rescue stray animals in India whenever I travel there. I would say these things make me “unique”, or at the very least separate me from the majority of fashion designers.

FEAR FACTOR: I fear that I won’t be able to fulfill my expectations, that I won’t be able to do something truly remarkable for animals or humanity, or all of those people who undergo unnecessary and inhumane suffering. And I am terrified of fire - I can barely light a matchstick.

STYLE EVOLVING OVER THE YEARS: I would suspect that in the coming years my style may become more refined, though I’m not sure if I can pull away from mini lengths. The biggest influence in style is age, in my opinion, even though that is and is not a good thing. I don’t want to feel pressured to dress more conservatively, but I understand that strutting around in hot pants at the age of 30 might not be the most suitable.

WHAT ROLE DOES SOCIAL MEDIA PLAY IN YOUR LIFE? Blogs are always a source of influence - to see how other women pair certain items, and how they appear as a result. Sometimes, I discover great treasures through a blogger’s tips about brands or boutiques. I don’t use Tumblr, Instagram, Twitter or Facebook that often, though.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT WEARING THIS SPRING? I know what I’m looking forward to not wearing - tights and coats. But I’m most excited to wear hot shorts and floral mini dresses with ankle-strap pumps.

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NATASHA NDLOVU, BLOGGER + MODEL, UNITED KINGDOM

NATASHA’S STYLE: It’s constantly changing. Recently I cut my hair short, so I don’t dress as “girly” as before but I still keep it feminine. I don’t like to stick to one style because I love everything, and with my job as a model I like to experiment with brands and styles because I work with such a diverse range of designer or brands, so I take something from each one. I will, however, always incorporate my leather jackets and skinny jeans into my outfits from time to time.

INSPIRATION: Art, music and my travels inspire me. When I am somewhere new, I like to imagine myself in that environment and how I would interact and live in it. I live in London, but if I were to move to Tokyo tomorrow, I feel like I would be eating, dressing, and doing things differently from where I am now because of my surroundings.

HOW DO YOU SEE YOUR STYLE EVOLVING? I want to wear skirts and dresses more. My job as a model keeps me in leggings and skinny jeans most of the time, so I need to break away from that. I also want to invest in tailor made pieces and designer clothes from the likes of Valentino, Dior, etc. A big influence on that happening of course will be money ! I will need to work hard and have a good income to afford such things.

WHAT MAKES YOU UNIQUE? It depends on what you mean by unique. I like to think of it more in terms of life experiences than something such as one’s fashion sense or artistic abilities. Yes, I can draw, take photographs, but I also speak 5 languages, have lived on my own since I was 18, across the world from my family in several countries and run an online store, so to me such an experience is what makes me unique.

FEAR FACTOR: {I fear} not achieving my goals at the moment I want them to, but then again, as my mother said, that’s a voice in one’s head from society telling you that at 16, 18, 24, 30, etc you must have this and have done that in your life. Everything else compared to this, is just a phobia. I’m scared of snakes and I’m scared of flying but that’s not what I fear the most at the end of the day.

WHAT ROLE DOES SOCIAL MEDIA PLAY IN YOUR LIFE? I waste so much time on social media because I am addicted. Haha! Instagram is a blessing and curse mainly because I take about 5 variations of one photo to get the right angle then it’s on to what filter will make it look amazing. But the good thing about it is that I can share my experiences with my readers, inspire them and give them ideas. I also learn from other people as well through social media.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT WEARING THIS SPRING? Lots of color. My wardrobe needs color and different prints. Also, I want to wear more white. I worry about staining white clothes, which is why I have never bought white pants or jeans, but I told myself I will go for it this season.

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ZI QIANG, 25, PHOTOGRAPHER + GRAPHIC/JEWELRY DESIGNER, TAIWAN

ZI’S STYLE: Simply boyish and vintage, not particularly like which brand, because I often looking for something in particular and classical product to the secondhand market.

INSPIRATION: I am a model, so luckily I could try every new styles at work. Day by day, I knee on mix style.

WHAT MAKES YOU UNIQUE? I mix and Match, fashion and vintage clothing.

FEAR FACTOR: Not afraid to try out any kind of genres so far.

WHAT ROLE DOES SOCIAL MEDIA PLAY IN YOUR LIFE? Indeed, but also because of social media, so I continue to learn.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT WEARING THIS SPRING? A pair of a sense of design, and comfortable shoes (this is important!).

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JESSIE ARTIGUE, BLOGGER//CONSULTANT//FOUNDER OF PEPPEROLOGIE, UNITED STATES

JESSIE’S STYLE: I like to describe my style as a smile-inducing mix of vintage treasures and modern trends. I try to keep it interesting by having an experimental outlook, and using fashion to express my mood on any given day.

INSPIRATION: I find so much inspiration in the world around me, but especially love exploring new places, eating delicious cuisine and listening to old music to find my own happy place.

BLOGGING VS. FASHION JOURNALISM: Haha, I’ve heard so many different debates on this that I’m actually not even sure if I know which one you mean. I’m a 3rd-generation journalist and a long-time lover of words, but I’ve also been blogging for about 5 years so I suppose I consider myself someone with a foot in each camp? I treat my blog as a very personal account of my own adventures in style, and then tend to approach my client work from a more professional, journalistic perspective. The two end up being very separate in my own life/career, but as industries, I see quite a bit of overlap.

HOMETOWN GLORY: How would you describe the style in your hometown? I spent most of my growing-up-years in Scottsdale, AZ and I love incorporating little bits and pieces of the culture and history there in my day-to-day looks. Citrus-y shades, turquoise jewelry and beat-up boots (always better after years of horseback riding) can always find a home within my wardrobe. I’ve also spent much of my life near the beach in San Diego, so I’d say that several seaside sensibilities - nautical accents, sun-washed chambray, and beach-y wavy hair - tend to find their ways in there as well.

WHAT ROLE DOES SOCIAL MEDIA PLAY IN YOUR LIFE? I’m online quite a lot, and I’d say it has had a very (positive) significant outcome on my career, but I try to remember to take breaks and unplug every now and again. Paying close attention to making sure I’m not alienating friends or family by being “connected” is very important to me, and it’s something that I’m constantly working on being better at.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT WEARING THIS SPRING? I’m looking forward to wearing flowy dresses, wedge sandals and lots of chambray! The thing about Spring that I always look forward to most is putting away my heavy sweaters and thick socks, and trading them in for strappy sandals, short shorts and straw hats. Have only had to deal with frigid Winters for the last few years, and the season-changes are always very welcome at our house!

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CAROLINE ERIKSSON, SINGER + BLOGGER, SWEDEN

CAROLINE’S STYLE: I’d say my style is my own combination of festival chic, street style and a little edge of sporty and rock girl. I love to combine feminine pieces like a feather jacket with high platforms and a snap back

INSPIRATION: I get inspired by music totally, to sing and dance makes me so happy even when I’m down.

BLOGGING VS. FASHION JOURNALISM: I think it’s great that we can get inspired by so many excellent fashion bloggers nowadays. I think it’s room for both and that each one can choose where they like to get inspired.

HOMETOWN GLORY: In Sweden most people are very fashion minded. Everyone cares in on way or another what to wear and I love that since its so inspiring. It doesn’t mean everyone follows fashion here, but so many minds of their own style.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT WEARING THIS SPRING? Actually I’m most excited of bare legs again. I’m totally a girl who loves wearing denim shorts in different styles - bleached, with studs on etc. I like to break it off with a cute flower bustier, sunnies and dr martens - my favorite look all time - perfect for the festivals!

WINTER FASHION: I love layers on layers. To match colors in different shades and to wear hats. I love hats, haha.

WHAT ROLE DOES SOCIAL MEDIA PLAY IN YOUR LIFE? Pretty much since I blog everyday and spends a lot of time doing it. It’s great with social media and open many doors but I think we have to learn that everyone is beautiful in their own way and not to compare with everyone.

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ALEXANDRA GUERAIN, 21, FRANCE

ALEXANDRA’S STYLE: I’d like to say that I’m street-wear chic. Yes course, I can’t live without my beanies.

INSPIRATION: A lot of things but my biggest inspiration is all the travels i’m lucky to do every year. Then if i should quote someone i’d say that Rita Ora is my crush !

BLOGGING VS. FASHION JOURNALISM: I’m studying fashion journalism and i’m at the same time blogger, i think that we are in 2013 and everything is good to succeed.

HOMETOWN GLORY: There’s no typical style in Paris, despite what you think. Every arrondissement (parisian districts) has is soul.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT WEARING THIS SPRING? I can’t wait to wear my all new Jeffrey Campbell pumps!

WINTER FASHION: I love to discover brand new outrageous coats! And of wear my beanies.

WHAT ROLE DOES SOCIAL MEDIA PLAY IN YOUR LIFE? A lot! I can’t spend time without my phone, looking Instagram, Facebook and everything. I’m Addicted, damn.

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ELISA TAVITI, 25, STUDENT + BLOGGER, ITALY

ELISA’S STYLE: My style is easy, rock and black!!! I’d wear Zara always, there isn’t a Zara item that I do not like.

INSPIRATION: Mainly street style photos that I find surfing on the web or the look of some stars live Olivia Palermo or Kate Moss.

BLOGGING VS. FASHION JOURNALISM: They are two distinct categories, the opinions of the blogger are based on the personal taste of each of us, while journalists are certainly more experienced in this field and they can certainly afford to be more critical

HOMETOWN GLORY: Unfortunately in the country where I live there is not much style, it’s all rather monotonous.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT WEARING THIS SPRING? Colors (yellow, red, orange and green) and my usual must-have: white/black.

WINTER FASHION: Surely coats, capes, furs and boots.

WHAT ROLE DOES SOCIAL MEDIA PLAY IN YOUR LIFE? Now, since I opened the blog, my life is on social!!

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SILVIA POSTOLATIEV, 29, FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER & MAKE-UP ARTIST, MOLDOVA/ROMANIA

SILVIA’S STYLE: I have a versatile style. For daily wear, I prefer comfortable outfits, for everything else I try to dress appropriate and I believe that’s the most important part when it comest to style. Sport for gym, casual for shopping, elegant for events..and so on.

INSPIRATION: The fashion blogosphere! As enthusiastic I may be, there are moments when I have no inspiration..and then I take a big dose of online and print fashion magazines. No..I’m not inspired by my life..mother or father..and neither by my cat.

BLOGGING VS. FASHION JOURNALISM: The difference is that the first category (bloggers) are subjective, while journalists approach a subject objectively, based on solid knowledge and more “technical” terms. The fact is that, through the last years, bloggers have gained more and more influence and are becoming opinion makers worthy of attention.

HOMETOWN GLORY: I will talk about Bucharest, because in my hometown, Kisinev, we can’t really talk about fashion. Everything is grey and black:)). Street style is barely existent, especially in the cold season. Here you seldom see someone making a statement through their style, and if that happens, we’re talking either about really strong colors and a chaotic style, either some tacky persons, a very “popular” category in Romania.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT WEARING THIS SPRING? I’m not really crazy about a specific trend for this spring, but I can barely wait to leave the cold season clothes and wear shorts, T-shirts and flats!

WINTER FASHION: Furs, furs, furs, natural, if possible

WHAT ROLE DOES SOCIAL MEDIA PLAY IN YOUR LIFE? Each and every one of us is influenced, to some extent, by social media. As a blogger, I am influenced by social media quite a lot, it’s part of who I am and part of my blogger identity. I keep tabs on the fashion world and I am interested in specific targets and also the feedback I get for my blog.

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ELIZABETH JIN, ACCOUNTANCY STUDENT, UNITED STATES

ELIZABETH’S STYLE: I think my style is surreal and “willful”. I treat styling more like an art project; instead of pursuing practical everyday looks, I prefer styling the looks that is unique, sometimes, a little bit crazy in common sense. I am obsessed with extreme looks, such as floral on floral, denim on denim and high contrast color combination. Actually, before I read the comments from others, I didn’t feel my style is that daring. The signature trademark that I always wear is Jeffrey Campbell shoes. JC has a big variety of shoes in different styles, so I can always find a perfect pair to fit my look. Also, I always wear my Ray-Ban oversize glasses, mostly because I am short-sighted.

INSPIRATION: Clothes inspired me. Every time I see a unique piece of clothes, I will be eager to style it.

PERSONAL ADVICE FOR PERSONAL STYLE: Be daring to try different styles. Before you try, you will never know what looks the best on you.

MOST TALENTED INDIVIDUAL IN FASHION: Of course, Alexander McQueen. He is the most talented designer I have ever seen. Every piece of his work is masterpiece that deserves to be displayed in museum. His design is just mind-blowing.

WINTER FASHION: My favorite thing about winter fashion is the heavy materials, such as tapestry and leather. I am a crazy tapestry lady, I have everything made of tapestry.

WHAT ROLE DOES SOCIAL MEDIA PLAY IN YOUR LIFE? To be honest, I am not a very social person, especially online social, which made me a horrible blogger. My main purpose of using social media is sharing my works and inspirations with others instead of sharing my personal life. [My blog] MissStrangename is more like my alter ego. It’s part of me, but not the entire me. But I have to say social media did change me in many ways and I feel so grateful that I can express the MissStrangename part of myself through it.

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ANNIKA VICTORIA, 20, SCIENCE STUDENT, AUSTRALIA

ANNIKA’S STYLE: I would describe my style as very malleable. It can teeter on gothic or grunge, or it can go the other way and be ultra girly, pink and frilly. I like to experiment with my outfits and I try to incorporate a lot of novelty and colour. I guess “vintage-y” would be another way to describe my style, but that definitely doesn’t sum it up entirely either. As for a trademark item, I always wear something on my head. My signature piece is my boater hat!

INSPIRATION: Novelty and color shopping in vintage stores and Japanese fashion magazines. Other bloggers are always a massive source of inspiration as well!

GREATEST ACCOMPLISHMENT:Going to university! I’m the first person in my family to go to university, so I’m most proud of myself for doing that, especially after I was diagnosed with a very rare and scary illness in late 2011 which almost stopped me from fulfilling that dream. I am not going to let anything stop me from becoming a scientist now!

WHAT ARE YOU DREAMING ABOUT? Right now? Eating a parfait. I’m just about to go out for dinner in Tokyo as I type this, and am having a fantasy about a particular 80s-style strawberry parfait with cake, cornflakes and cream… yum!! Best thing about this dream is that it’s going to become a reality in about 1.5 hours.

PERFECT DATE OUTFIT:I have the best Valentine anyone could ask for, my boyfriend Luci. Our two-year anniversary is just two days after Valentines day, so this time of the year is pretty special for us. My perfect Valentines date outfit (which I will be endeavoring to wear on Valentines day in fact) is a pair of nude-tights with a stripe down the back matched with a red vintage-style dress with a poofy skirt, and a whole heap of accessories with hearts on them. If I had a heart-shaped bag, I’d be wearing that too, as well as some lace-up, ballerina style platform shoes.

WINTER FASHION: Being able to layer up with cool patterned stockings matched with cute socks and boots, and chunky scarves!

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