One more week until I graduate! I have been feeling extra confident and excited for this transition into this new phase in my life. That also includes changing up my wardrobe a bit. I've also been wearing so much black lately, that I've decided to try something new. Gray may be just a shade lighter, but I am obsessed with this jumpsuit from Tobi! The upper portion is rather loose, which is perfect for a bralette for my style. I have also dressed it up for work, which has given me a few compliments. Being on the shorter side, I folded up the bottoms. This also gives a nice casual look. On Tobi, there are also dresses or crop tops and bodysuits with skirts. Anyway, gotta head out to see Trey Songz! Catch me on Instagram & Snapchat @stuhhacyy!
It has been a year since I last posted here. By far, last year was the roughest duration in my life. There were firsts and many lasts. Some courses in life I couldn't control and people showed their true colors. Every time I felt as if I overcame a situation, something else would happen like a domino effect. I kept reminding myself to maintain my strength and my energy. But honestly, there were many days I felt as if motivation was nonexistent. Getting out of bed became a chore. Days felt long, and nights felt longer. Sometimes I put on a face in the day, but cry with a troubled mind and heart to sleep. I wanted to be better, but to do so I needed to be patient with myself. I told myself that it's okay to feel. It's okay to be down, as long as I shift back to the present. But today, today I can confidently say that I am absolutely happy with everything and everyone who has been giving me the most support and love.
My mom tells me, "Stacey, it's only the beginning." She's right. There is so much more that I will need to overcome and will achieve. There is no need to be so hung up on what has already happened. These past months, I have been mainly focusing on finishing school, hustling at work, and making time for my love ones. Going to the gym has also been a part of my weekly routine. I try to go at least 4-6 times a week. I don't only focus on improving physically, but also mentally and emotionally. The instructors from the classes there have given me so much motivation. Every step and move that I carry out, I make sure that I do it with a purpose. It's crazy to see how much time has gone by, but there is always time to be back on my feet!
Thank you for taking your time to read this post. The main purpose was really for me to accept and move on. Two more weeks til graduation, and I'm so stoked! Stacey's back, so stay tuned for upcoming projects! ;)
Top (Newlook) & Bralette (Ebay) | Shawl: Roadium Air Market | Skirt: Tobi | Shoes: h&m
Last weekend was the end of my Spring Break! It was a very spontaneous Saturday actually, since I thought I was going to museum; but my friend and I ended up at USC for Spring Fest. It was definitely a fun start of this festival season! The performances I saw included Audio Push, Portugal the Man, GTA, and 2 Chainz. Also I came back with mermaid hair, which I am still getting used to. My intentions were to achieve this lavender color, but my orange toned blonde tips were neutralized by the lavender dye. That's how my hair turned into this aqua color. Although I may not get the color I expected, but this color turned out quite nice. Just like life.
It is currently OC Fashion Week! Last Saturday was the Sugar Rush event at the Newport Lexus. I was really excited to see my friend Kimberly and her newest collection on the runway! This will be my third year knowing her; and every year that goes by she has always been impressing me with her capabilities. I am so proud and blessed to have known her. Kim was the one who introduced me to this blogging world.
At the event, I rekindled with my blogger friends and familiar faces. I must say, it has been almost a year I have seen them. I also met some very interesting individuals, such as Mike from cycle 20 of America's Next Top Model. Good vibes, good times.
A month has flown by, and everyday England would cross my mind. I originally wanted to study in London because it is such an ideal city for the fashion studies. Coventry is a smaller city, and it does not offer as much as London in terms of festivities and attractions. But you know, I had the best four months of my life!
At the Coventry University, I was about to adjust to a different school system. I learned how to accept challenges that I had to face. I learned how to sew and self taught myself how to utilize photoshop and illustrator in order to complete design projects for the module I was taking. In the video you will briefly see my progress in learning how to design a backpack for Clothes Show Live. I am so proud to say I was able to participate in this once in a life time experience.
While living there, the bus, rail, and tube became a lifestyle. Walking was my preferred method to get to Uni and especially to Sainsbury or the City Centre for grocery. At my first house, I lived with five other individuals. Two were from Greece, one was from London, one was from Nigeria, and one was my fellow CSULB course mate. We would walk past the Canal Basin everyday and cross the bridge before getting to the City Centre. Raining or not, we adapted to the weather as well. Light rain was not a big deal anymore. I got to admit, I started to enjoy the weather because I can finally know how it is like to have the feel of all four seasons. Layering is definitely fun in this weather!
The house, the streets, everything was for foreign in my eyes. Narrow yet taller house right next to each other. Cars parked halfway on the pavement. Stores closing so early. Adapting took quite some time, but I enjoyed this new change. Like people say, you learn so much about yourself when you are placed in a new environment. I definitely became even more independent. I realized that I can cook pretty well! haha I love mixing my sauces. "Lazy Garlic", chili flakes, salt, and pepper! The must have ingredients for me! I would always be cooking up a new recipe.
When I first came into England, I have only met a girl who is also in my major, but I did not know anyone. To be honest though, I was not scared. I know that meeting friends wouldn't be too hard.
From meeting friends from classrooms to freshers week to bar crawls and endless festivities, I enjoyed exchanging cultures so much! One moment I will always remember was on my 22nd birthday celebration, our newly arrived housemate from Japan was teaching his culture dance to everyone else in the room. It was such a beautiful moment. Some of the most remembered nights had to be bringing Thanksgiving to Coventry, Bonfire Night, NYE in London, and other nights at Quid's Inn or JJ's. Friends from the UK, Spain, Italy, France, Netherlands, Greece, Canada, Nigeria, and more! Every person I have met had given such a contribution to this trip.
After my Europe trip in December, I moved into the "Meriden" house for a few weeks. I was with mainly students now my family. We became so damn close. Towards the end, I had such a hard time. I was so in tuned with my emotions. Each goodbye became endless tears. But I do remind myself til this day that it is not the end. I know that one day I will be back. I may be there to visit or to work, who knows. If you ever have thoughts of going abroad to study or just to travel, I say just go for it! Ahh I am already getting worked up after writing this post. The experience, the feeling you will have is so worth every pound! Stay tuned for my vlogs and posts on my other travels in the UK and Europe! :)
I love Fargo Village! You must visit if you happen to be in Coventry.
