Swapping My Blog

I'll be swapping my blog to www.jordyntrollip.blogspot.com
It will be a little different but will have all the same posts and pages. I hope you can come visit my new(ish) blog! ♥

Beach And The Sunrise

Living on the coast, you sometimes take for granted what's right in front of you. I see the ocean on a daily basis but there are only a few times when I actually get to see our seas. A weekend of outdoors is something we all need once in a while. Staring at the stars. Watching sunsets and sunrises. And if you're really lucky, spending a day by the ocean. 

Nature is something people should use to rejuvenate themselves and find that just outside that window, there is something peaceful and beautiful to feast your eyes. Waves do make the best music. ♥

Mid - August Favourites

Although I haven't posted in a while, do you like the new look to my blog? I have come up with a few new things I have been loving recently. So without further ado:

Stuck In Love
With basically all my favourite actors in this movie, it has defiantly become one of my favourite movies of this year so far. And that doesn't happen very often. The storyline is so different and the connections between the characters is just amazing! With my all time favourite actor, Logan Lerman (from Perks Of Being A Wallflower), It's just a really incredible love story between three couples. When I watched the trailer, I thought it would be a cliche romance, but it is anything but.

Fix You - Coldplay
Viva La Vida - Coldplay
Speed Of Sound - Coldplay 
So most of you are thinking: 'these songs are old' or 'I've known these songs for YEARS how is this person only finding them now?!' Well I have known these songs for a long time but I only recently fell in love with them. After hearing 'Fix You' while stretching at dance, I scoped the internet and iTunes until I eventually found it and bought other Coldplay that I have begin to love.

Extended Play Lash Mascara by Mac
This was recommended by a make-up artist at a hairdressing salon with the title: 'best mascara ever' and boy did it live up to that expectation! I'm not too clued about mascara but it's really smooth and barely gives you icky clumps on your eyelashes and basically it works like a normal mascara should, I guess? This is just really good!

So that was only three things but I thought I would share them with you anyway.
What have you been absolutely loving this beautiful August? ♥

Pick-Me-Up Songs

When I feel a little down or I just want to rejuvenate myself after a long day, I usually greet my ears with up-beat exciting songs which will get me in a better mood and motivate me to do the things I need to do. I've created a list of songs that will make you feel super happy after sad day.

1. Come On Eileen - Dexy' Midnight Runners & Kevin Rowland
This song is a little old and was also played during 'The Perks Of Being A Wallflower' as the 'ballroom routine'. It's just so peppy and the beat changes quite funny. Basically, you can't listen to this song without a) smiling b) doing a weird jig and c) singing along.

2. No Control - One Direction
For all the people out there that aren't too keen on One Direction, this is not a one direction-y song. It's probably one of my favourites. Along with Stockholm Syndrome, this song is the most uplifting (one direction) song ever. Seriously. Just give this one a try.

3. Uma Thurman - Fall Out Boy
From their new album, this song is just so good. With 'Fall Out Boy type rock' and all the different, changing beats. This song will defiantly put you in a good mood

4. Ain't It Fun -Paramore
This song was a hit about a year ago and it's still one of my favourite songs. It took me awhile to fall in love with it but it has the most amazing 'rock peppy' vibe.

5. My Type - Saint Motel 
From the soundtrack for Paper Towns, I only found this song recently but I instantly loved it. It's sort of old fashioned pop. BEWARE: THIS SONG WILL BE STUCK IN YOUR HEAD FOR HOURS.

6. How Ya Doin'? - Little Mix ft. Missy Elliott
You cannot not add a Little Mix song to this list! With all the sass and girl power, this song is so super catchy and adorable. This song will defiantly get you excited, it's one of my favourite Little Mix songs ever.

7. Shake It Out - Florence + The Machine
Maybe it's because I stretch to this song, but it always gets me pumped up. It's slow in the beginning but really picks up in the chorus. I think you either love this song or you hate it, but I absolutely adore it.

8. All About It - Hoddie Allen ft. Ed Sheeran
I'm not quit sure if this song is well known but my friend showed it to me and it literally became one of my favourite songs ever. It's got a rap-y vibe and the chorus is way too catchy.

9. Shut Up And Dance - WALK THE MOON
This became quite a hit and is literally the definition of a peppy song. This song will stay in your head for the next day after you listen to it and will physically force you to dance around your room. No jokes.

10. Teenage Dirtbag - Wheatus
This is an old song that has been one of my favourites since I was small. This song is so different and will even make you giggle. If you haven't heard this and you need a little energy boost, you HAVE to listen to this one!

11. Figure 8 - Ellie Goulding
This is defiantly my favourite Ellie Goulding song by far. It has such a great chorus and is just overall a great song so, yup, listen to this one!

So this basically became just a list of my favourite songs. Oops. Anyway, I hope you find something you like in here. I'd really like to know what your favourite pick-me-up songs are? ♥

Seeing Into My Bedroom

 So that is little snippets of my bedroom! I want you to know that I'm a super neat person so I didn't completely change my room so it was tidy. I tried to capture it in its true, natural form : )

Ask any questions about the decor or where it's from in the comments. 

If you have any suggests about what I should post in my blog, please let me know! ♥

Several Hauls + Birthday

Oops! Another binge. Please note that this was bought over A LONG PERIOD OF TIME and not just in one trip to the shops. And some things I got for my birthday. So I chose my most favourite things that I got, which is basically everything...

Mini Globe - R120 from Typo

Sewing Fit Case - R100 from Typo

Blue Map Case - R100 from Typo

Uranus Notebook - R60 from Typo

Nice Melons Notebook - R60 from Typo 

Map Flask - from Typo

The Jetsons Notebook - R60 from Typo

Universe Map Case - R100 from Typo

Hello Pretty Scatter Cushion - from Mr Price Home

Red Head Band - R50 from JayJays

Cupcake Purse - from Typo

Fox Socks - R50 from Cotton On

Leopard Print Socks - R50 from Cotton On

Pug iPhone 6 Case - R100 from Typo

Vanilla Body Butter - from Poetry

Bath Milk - from Poetry

Mind Down Foam Bath - from Woolworths

OPI 'My Dogsled Is A Hybrid' Nail Polish - from Dis-Chem

Black All Star Converse - R600 from Tekkie Town

Yankee Candle - R250

2x Washi Tape - R50

Blue Stamp - from CNA

Daisy Headphones - from Typo

( favourites review: http://mejordyn.blogspot.com/2015/06/may-june-favourites.html )

Gold Ring - from Brand Habit

Peach Labello - from Dis-Chem

Beautiful Redemption by Kami Garcia & Margaret Stohl - R170 from Bargain Books

Looking For Alaska by John Green - R130 from Bargain Books

House Rules by Jodi Picoult - R175 from Bargain Books

Blue Blazer - R399 from Cotton On

Blue Crop Top - R189 from Topshop

Black High-Waisted Jeans - R700 from Topshop 

( favourites review: http://mejordyn.blogspot.com/2015/06/may-june-favourites.html )

White Shirt - R299 from Cotton On

Blue Jumper - R399 from Woolworths

 Red Checkered Pyjama (believe it or not) Nightie - from Cotton On

 Pink Fluffy Socks - R149 from Cotton On

 Grey Pyjama/Sweat Pants - from Woolworths

White Christmas Patterned Pyjama Pants - R160 from Woolworths

Blue Reindeer Pyjama Pants - R160 from Woolworths

Pink Checkered Pyjama Pants - R249 from Cotton On

 Black Scarf/Snood - R160 from Woolworths

Black Hat - R199 from Cotton On

 Blue & Black Stripey Shirt - R199 from Cotton On

Blue Jeans - R299 from Cotton On

Blue Jean Collared Shirt - R299 from Cotton On

Black 'Mary Poppins' (haha) Heels - R1800 from Froggie 

 Black Sports Bra - R199 from Cotton On

Grey & White Patterned Sports Bra - R199 from Cotton On

Smashbox Make-Up Brand:

Full Exposure Eye Shadow Palette 

Red 'Be Legendary Long Wear Lip Lacquer'

Studio Skin Foundation/Base (shade 1.2)

Crimson 'Always Sharp Lip Liner'

Maroon Jumper - R300 from Cotton On
Blue Mom Jeans - R300 from Cotton On

Blue Summer Dress - R100 (sale) from Cotton On

Stamp Travel Bag - R600 from Cotton On
Strawberry Glasses Case - R89 from Cotton On

3x Socks - R100 from Cotton On

Okay that was A LOT !

I'm also on the look out for light blue boyfriend jeans. Does anyone know where I can find a decent pair?  ♥

May / June Favourites

First favourites post! Sorry I haven't been on my blog for awhile, exams consumed my life. Anyway, I've created a list of my favourite things from the months May and June:

1. When I opened this body cream, it literally became my favourite thing. It's a Woolworths brand, which I wouldn't usually go for but it smells AMAZING and the texture is perfect! It wasn't too runny and it made my skin VERY soft.

Sweet Pea & Jasmine Body Butter from Woolworths

2. I've read one other book by Abbi Glines, and loved it, but I had a weird feeling about this one. I wouldn't say it was the best book ever, but it was surprising good! The storyline is very interesting, a little predictable but the characters are very different and all have their own story. If you like love stories, then I would try is one. (NOT for young children, it gets kind of umm, I think you know what I mean) 

Misbehaving by Abbi Glines from Exclusive Books 

3. Topshop have always had my favourite and most comfortable jeans ever. I ventured out to buy high waisted or 'Joni' black jeans. They are sooooo soft and aren't at all uncomfortable to wear. What can I say, they're jeans. But if you have (a lot) of extra cash you should try seeking out Topshop jeans. 

Moto Joni High-Waisted Jeans from Topshop

4. So I'm very late on this, but I purchased The Lonely Hour by Sam Smith thinking I wouldn't really like it but I LOVE IT! Every song is very different and it's really nice 'car songs'. My favourites are I've Told You Now, Lay Me Down and Good Thing. This really is one of my favourite albums.

In The Lonely Hour by Sam Smith from iTunes 

5. After I finished my Labello Watermelon lip balm I desperately needed a new one. I would usually have gone for Baby Lips but when I saw Lip-Ice had a new collection, I decided to go for it, mostly because the container was quite cute. They smell incredible and leave a little colour on your lips. My favourite is definitely Strawberry Sorbet.

Lip-Ice A Kiss Of Colour Collection from Dis-Chem

6. Okay so I'm more of a earphone girl than a headphone girl but my gran gave me these from her trip in Pretoria. They are MUCH better than I thought they would be! If you like headphones and don't have enough money for SkullCandy or Beats then this is a much cheaper and over all nice set of headphones. Plus, they come in pretty patterns. 

Headphones from Typo

Well, that's it from me! What are your favourites from this month?

Enjoy your July :)  ♥ ♥ ♥