February Favorites
Songs, clothing pieces, food, media :-)
Colorful, checkered scarf - My friends and I went to a snowy city earlier in February. I wanted to have something new to wear and found the beau... I love how it gives a pop of color to my neutral outfits. It's also the perfect size and keeps me warm!
Jewellery
I recently got my ears pierced and I've been enjoying playing around with accessories. I literally cannot believe how much they elevate my whole look. I love these two in particular. I also found this beautiful ring at a market in Istanbul. It has green accents and "love" written on it.
Songs from Tulus
Studying abroad can be so lonely and I miss home a lot. Listening to Tulus serves as an antidote. My favorite of many, at the moment, is "Cahaya" or "Light". It tells a story of a warm relationship, one that is safe, where it's nurturing and where two people can grow together.
Midye Dolma (Stuffed Mussels)
This is a turkish meal / snack that I've recently become obsessed with. I've always seen people sell them on street corners, but never tried it before. One try and I was hooked! They are mussels filled with rice and spices! Add a bit of lemon to it and it tastes just like heaven. I'm not quite sure why but it reminds me of Indonesian seafood just a tiny bit. Also, it is such a fun food to have with friends as you talk about nothing and everything.
Luxcrime Mattifying Poreless Primer
I've had this for a long time but I've only started using it a lot this past month. With this product I realized how important skin-prepping is for our makeup. It has a thick texture but feels light on the skin. My complexion never looked more even (no breakage/patches) and flawless!
Yves Rocher Riche Creme Nutri-Plumping Lip Balm
Where do I even start with this one? I got it first as a gift when I purchased something else from this brand about 6 months ago. It is so light on the lips, not oily nor heavy not too balmy / creamy. It smells amazing and I really feel like it had made my lips healthier (more plush and blushed). I also find it as a good lip topper on top of a lip-stain as it leaves a beautiful gloss.
The Bear
I know, I'm so late. But this has got to be one of the best shows I've ever watched. I really love food and cooking, and I believe that food has the ability to manifest into so many meaningful values of being human. It's an act of service, an act of sharing. It's an art. It's able to connect people. This show depicts that perfectly. Moreover, having a pretty chaotic family history myself, I can identify with Carmen's struggle with anxiety and grief in some ways.
That is all for the month of February. I am going to try to make this every month. I think it's a practice of gratitude. Peace out!

















