If you did not know, last week I went to Sweden for my Child Studies master’s program. It was an amazing experience meeting everyone and I am looking forward to learning more and starting my thesis! With that being said, today is my 25th birthday! A lot has changed over the past year, and later this week or next I will do the final update for my 25 Things to Do Before Turning 25 post!
Since I have been rather busy last week, I have not had time to share my favorites for the past month, so I wanted to do that now. August has been a BUSY month with finishing my Front-End Web Development course as I mentioned in my Where I’ve Been + Life Update post, starting my master’s program, and going to Sweden for a week, but today I can celebrate me! Without further ado, my August favorites!
Entertainment
To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before (2018): I watched this movie on Netflix during my last night in Sweden, and it was so cute. I have not read the book, but now I want to. The movie and book are about a 16-year-old girl name Lara Jean who wrote love letters to the 5 boys she has loved and kept them to herself. One day the letters are somehow mailed and her quiet life becomes out of control. I loved the romance in the movie and the movie was funny at times but also serious. I would recommend this movie if you want to watch a cute romance movie or you have read the book.
Rate: 9/10
The Death of Mrs. Westaway by Ruth Ware: I finished listening to the audio book earlier this month, and I will write a more in-depth review soon. I loved Ruth Ware’s book The Woman in Cabin 10, so I had high expectations and this book did not disappoint. The book is about 21-year-old Hal who is struggling to make it on her own. One day Hal receives an inheritance letter stating her grandmother died, but Hal’s grandma died 20 years earlier. Hal decides to pretend to be the long-lost granddaughter to receive the inheritance and finally have some financial security. I enjoyed the plot and setting of Brighton and Cornwall. I also loved the narrator because she changed her voice to match the characters. I would recommend The Death of Mrs. Westaway if you like mysteries and thrillers or you have read one of Ruth Ware’s previous books.
$18.87 at Book Depository
Rate: 9/10
Take Me Out by Emma Blackery: I have not seen any of Emma Blackery’s YouTube videos before, but the other day I decided to check out her music, and I like it! Emma has a nice voice, and Take Me Out is an upbeat song. Emma also released a new album Villians on the 31st, and so far songs I like the songs!
Rate: 9/10
Beauty
Lipstick Queen Frog Prince Lipstick: This lipstick has been one of my favorites before, and while I was in Sweden I only wore it. The lipstick is a green color, but on the lips it becomes a rosebud pink shade. The lipstick is not transfer-proof, but it does leave a tint behind after fading. The lipstick is also moisturizing which is another added bonus. The only downside to this lipstick is that it is expensive, but it is a much better value if you can buy it in a set.
$25 atΒ Lipstick Queen
Rate: 9/10Ariana Grande Moonlight Eau de Parfum: I love Ariana Grande’s Ari perfume so I was excited to try her other perfumes from the 4 Piece Coffret. I have been wearing the Moonlight perfume this past month, and I think it is my new favorite. The perfume has a sweet feminine scent with notes that include:
- Top Notes rich black currant and juicy plum
- Middle Notes fluffy marshmallow and fresh peony
- Base Notes creamy sandalwood, black amber, and sensual vanilla
The perfume also lasts all day and it is great for every day wear or special occasions. I would recommend this perfume if you like sweet-scented perfumes or you like Ariana Grande’s other perfumes.
$39 for 1 oz at Ulta
Rate: 10/10
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Hope you like it in my home country as well! π
I’d read To All The Boys Iβve Loved Before, before seeing the movie and still enjoyed it, so I think that’s a good grade.
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Sweden was great & I hope the next time I go in February I can see more of LinkΓΆping instead of just he university & train station haha
That’s great to hear! π
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Happy birthday! And I just watched To All The Boys Iβve Loved Before last night; it was very sweet.
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Thank you so much & I agree! π
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Happy birthday ππ
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Thank you! π
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I watched to all the boys i loved before the other day and loved it haha. I actually cried at the end, idk why! Hope you have an amazing birthday x
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Thank you! π
Well the ending was really sweet & after everything that happened they were able to work it out!
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Wish you a happy birthday π
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Thank you! π
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My pleasure π
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happy birthday
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Thank you!
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Nice favorites, and happy birthday!! I am curious to watch All The Boys I’ve Loved Before, it seems very nice!!
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Thank you! π
It’s such a sweet movie! You should enjoy it π
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Love the Frog Prince lipstick! I also love the reaction it gets when I apply it in public.
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Haha I bet. I’ve only applied it before I leave so I haven’t applied it in public lol
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Happy Birthday. very successful and be happy in all your days.
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Thank you so much! π
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Happy Birthday!
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Thank you! π
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happy happy birthday, Karalee!
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Thank you so much! π
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A very happy birthday to you! I really hope you will have a great dayππ Enjoy it! I have heard some pretty goid things about To all the boys I have loved before. I might watch at some point during my upcoming vacationππ
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Thank you so much! π
It is a really sweet movie so if you like good teen romance movies then you should like this one π
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Belated Happy Birthday Sweetheart! Hope you had the best day β€
Love,
Ankita
http://www.beautyandthebeing.com
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Thank you so much! π
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Happy Birthday!!
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Thank you!
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First off happy birthday, wel happy belated birthday, I hope you had a good day.
I have watched to the boys who I ever loved on Netflix and itβs such a good film.
Sweden looks such a nice place to visit
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Thank you so much!
It is a sweet movie & Sweden is a great country! I’m hoping to see more of LinkΓΆping the next time I go in February! π
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Have fun π
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Happy Birthday!
Wishing you all the best with your studies, travels,
and of course the blog! 25 is a fantastic time for sure
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Thank you so much! It is a great time! π
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Happy Birthday! It was fun reading your August favourites! ^_^
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Thank you so much! π
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I love those lipstick queen lipsticks! Also happy belated birthday!
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They’re great & thanks! π
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Happy birthday!!! All the best!!!
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Thank you! π
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