10 Signs You Gotta "Let That Man Go"

New Year is the perfect time to do a little clearing out and I don't mean your wardrobe. It's time to get rid of those boys who are stressing you out, ruining your day and not appreciating you! This year and every year is about YOU so don't let anyone mess you around.

- You initiate every conversation  

Effort should be 50/50 so if you feel like it's more 20/80 then stop putting in the effort. 

- He won't add you because he "doesn't use social media"

It's 2018 everyone uses social media. Unless you live in the middle of nowhere, in that case how are you reading this? 

- He doesn't talk to you but "likes" everything

If they're not interested in talking to you they don't "like" you. 

- He still uses a dating app to talk to you after you've met 

Do they have a secret girlfriend or can they just not be bothered pressing that tiny add friend button? 

- He tags other girls in memes

Nowadays you can track who everyone is hooking up with based on who they tag in memes... 

- He refuses to post anything about you

Now I'm not saying you want them to flood their whole feed, but if you feel like you're being hidden.. you probably are.  

- You've met each others parents but still aren't "official"

Is it ever going to happen? because if they're wasting your time and  hooking up with other people then don't even bother. 

- He only messages you after 12am

We all know this is a booty call, stop picking up if you want anything serious. 

- He asks you out but never actually makes plans

It's all exciting getting asked out, but the whole point in asking is to actually GO OUT. 

- He says his ex's are "crazy"

What did he do to make them crazy is the question you should be asking.

If you're experiencing any of these signs, you know what you gotta do.

(If you're a boy reading this how many did you score?)

xx

Goodbye 2016.

It's time to say goodbye to 2016 and hello to the new and exciting 2017. 

As I was doing my yearly clear out and putting away my decorations, I began thinking about how important it is to have a mind clear out as well. I'm not talking about permanently removing memories from your mind, although sometimes I really wish I could.  What I mean is reflecting on the previous year and allowing yourself to make piece with everything and collect all the memories, put them in a file and store it away. 


2016 was a big year of growth for me. Some years are more of a work in progress while others offer you some serious insight into who you are and where you want to go. So i've categorised all the highlights from my year.  


University

2016 was my final year as a student in university. From writing essays until my fingers felt numb to producing an entire magazine about Hong Kong as my dissertation, I pushed myself over the final hurdles of my studies and graduated in July, which was something I never believed I could achieve. 

Travel 

I was lucky enough to get a good amount of traveling done, which I hope to continue in 2017. Firstly trips to and from UK and HK over the holidays. Some crazy partying in Malia with my best friends. I then moved back to Hong Kong at the end of the summer, ventured to Macau for my 21st and finally snuck in a trip to Vietnam with my family after Christmas. 

Work 

Getting started on the career ladder has been extremely eyeopening, I've learnt what kind of path I would like to go down, as well as boost my confidence in both my writing and myself. You can check out my articles on http://magazine.foodpanda.hk

People 

Every year you get to say hello to a selection of new people, some who merely just pass by while others grow to become main characters in your life. But with hello's also come goodbye's, which my year had a lot of. 

Obviously no year is perfect and sometimes sad moments are going to come, but I would rather keep them private. 

So here's to an exciting, successful and happy 2017, thank you for your support! 

xx 

Organisation Porn

Nothing excites me quiet like a cute notebook.......okay I'm being dramatic it's not that amazing, but anything's good that makes me want to pick up a pen and get my creative juices flowing after a December of pretty much doing nothing. So here is some cute inspiration organisation to get you in the working mood (at least a little bit).

Lists/ weekly planners 

There is something so satisfying about ticking or crossing things off a list, it's like the action equivalent of wiping that thing out of your brain. There's no point making lists if you're not going to actually follow them though otherwise it'll just make you feel even worse about your life being a stressful mess. 

Multiple Notebooks

In your head everything is already muddled and overlapping constantly, don't make it worse by having one notebook for everything where you can't actually find what you need. Separate notebooks for separate thoughts/projects. But no one is saying they can't all be colour co-ordaniated... 

Productive Playlists 

I can't remember a time where I didn't work to music, nor would I want to remember those dark days. It can be pretty hard choosing the right music because if I club jam comes on I just wanna start dancing and if an overly emotional song comes on i'll start crying. You got to find the perfect mix to inspire you. If you want to have a nosy at my playlist follow me on Spotify at nicoleeeslater - yes I'm advertising myself because yolo. 

Pointless (but cute) Accessories 

Although they are a little pointless at times because really how many sticky notes, files and tag pegs do you really need? But that doesn't stop them from being cute and from me buying them. These tag pegs really help sort out all those random bits of paper laying around you room... (I know you know what I'm talking about) and they make your desk just that much more adorable. £2 from Tiger. 

I hope this post makes you the tiniest bit inspired to actually do something with your life... because i'll be the first to admit I haven't wanted to even get out of bed this January. xx 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BLOG!

It's my birthday it's my birthday I'm gonna party like its my birthday! I've officially had this blog for a year and I'm so pleased with what it's become. It's a little place that I have on the internet where I can chat to invisible people and hopefully make them happy for the time they read a post. I've learnt a lot about myself from doing this. Since the summer every time I return home to HK people have come up to me and mentioned my blog in some way, it honestly makes my day! It's something I love and if other people love it too then that's amazing :) 

Here are a few of my favourite posts so far! 

 Considering that the date is New Years Eve, you can probably tell that this blog was my New Years resolution. I have never actually gone through with one of my resolutions before, normally by the end of January I just can't be bothered. But this year has inspired me to make more resolutions which I will try my hardest to follow. I used to create unrealistic or unhealthy goals which I wouldn't even start, my advice is the create resolutions that you want to do. Don't say you're going to stop drinking coffee when you can't function first thing in the morning without it. Make it doable!

Unpopular opinion alert: I don't like New Years Eve. I say it all year but as soon as it gets past Christmas I make it another day to look forward to because you might as well be festive for as long as you can! But I'm always disappointed, you're pressured to get drunk and party your way into the New Year. When I drink there's a 70% chance I will cry and have a mental breakdown just because I'm THAT drunk girl. Thats a very bad way to start a nice new clean fresh year, and to make it worse you wake up puking everywhere the next day.... not a very inspiring start to the year. So I just want you guys to know you don't have to pressure yourself to have the best night ever and start the new year off great.

My resolution this year is to be happy with myself. It's so hard not to overthink your life, there's so much pressured to have fun, get a good job, experience the world. Just focus on you. I get my happiness from people around me, this year I'm focusing on getting my happiness from me. 

Thank you for a years worth of support and I hope next year brings you lots of happiness xxxxx

New Years Outfit

New years eve is the perfect excuse to dress up in a new outfit, get a manicure and go all out. Whether you’re going on a night out, going for dinner or staying in with family and friends, why not start the year off looking and feeling fantastic?

In this post I’ll show you how I got ready for my night, in a series of photos and commentary.  

Outfit

I decided to wear a sequin top and high wasted black skirt both from Forever 21, 
because I thought it gave off a classy impression. The skirt simplifies the outfit, while the top glamorises the outfit, making this pair the perfect combination. 

The royal blue colour of the sequins is what attracted me to this top; it is such a elegant colour which has been appearing in many stores this season. Although the front is a very modest cut, the back stoops low and creates a classy showing of skin.

  

Make up

Wearing a beautiful out fit gives you the perfect reason to use your finest and favorite makeup for the evening. 

 

This Benefit Flawless Complexion Kit has been a life saver for me on many occasions, so it is only right to use it for new years. This kit contains a miniature tube of The Pore Fessional, Hello Flawless foundation, Boi-ing concealer in shades 02 and 03 (personally I prefer just using shade 02 as it matches my skin far better ) and "I'm cute as a bunny" Honey face powder.  

Other make up I used to create my look include a mixture of high end and drug store brands, which are listed below.

Left to right: MAC Fabulousness/5 Neutral Eyes Pallet, Benefit dandelion Blush, H&M Seduced by Sydney Eyeshadow, MAC Frost Lipstick Fresh Moroccan, GOSH Eyeshadow brush, Benefit Watt's Up! Highlighter, MAC False Lashes Extreme Black Mascara, Maybelline BROW drama Brow Mascara, Chanel Travel Kabuki Brush, Collection 2000 Extreme 24 hour Felt Tip Liner, GOSH Silky Rose Cream Blusher and Sally Hansen Gingembre Cream Blush.

(Personally I beleive if you lightly layer different shades of blush, you can create a more natural glowing look)

Extras

To complete my look, I wore black tights paired with black flats (walking around crowed streets in heels is just a no go!). For my hair I just created a simple high ponytail look by straightening my hair and then tying it up and pinning my fringe to the side. 

Final Look 

Happy New Year Everyone! I hope 2014 is your year, you deserve it xx