Fashion Icon: Pippa Middleton

In retrospect, perhaps the reason the world is enamoured with Pippa Middleton is because she is not only the sister of the future Queen of England, Duchess of Cambridge, but also due to her impeccable style sense. She not only captivates a rare essence of Brit cool, but her style is very simple. In a world of over-the-top extravagance (ahem, Lady Gaga), it's nice to see someone who is common to the masses. She has such simplicity to her wardrobe that it's almost too easy, which is exactly why Pippa is amazing.

Even with a simple creme dress, she dresses it up with a matching black blazer and flats! Tres chic!

Who knew that being the cold will make you look so good?

This is perhaps my favourite outfit. Seriously. The cobalt blazer, the white jeans, the flats...I want it.

Even with her enviable tan, this business-chic look is so classy that Pippa may seriously become the next Audrey Hepburn, enchanting all those with whom she encounters as well as reaching fashion zenith with her simple, chic, yet on trend wardrobe.

The perfect go-out summer outfit.

Pippa can do no wrong.

The colour-block and white wedges are amazing.

Even when she's with her sister, she attracts her own attention, not competing with Kate, and when they both step out, everyone stops and looks. Clearly, with those outfits, who wouldn't?

I have no words to describe the perfection of this ensemble.

Her pink top is way too cool.

Very, very classy and yet fun and approachable.

Just because you are not followed around constantly by paparazzi doesn't mean you can't have style. Pippa had it even before being crowned Britain's It Girl. In the words of Karl Lagerfeld, "Fashion is intelligence". It is indeed.

To Be or Not to Be, That is the Question

Recently, I've faced relatively cumbersome situations in which fellow believers do not trust God for all their problems. And while I realize this sounds bombastic and that I behave more eminently that other Christians, I have one simple question: Who are you? Not in the sense who you are a person or what your favourite colour is or any other characteristic that forms the basis of who your identity is. But I'm speaking on a more personal level; who are you in Christ? Do you know what He has in store for you? Do you know His plan for your life? Do you know what His Word says regarding a quandary you're facing? Do you know what His opinion about your health? Finances? Love? Or are you simply putting the title of Christian on your chest, strolling around town, and feigning that you know all about Christ when you have barely scratched the surface? I'm not trying to sound mean or rude or even intrusive; I'm simply trying to get you to the place where you can ask yourself these things. After all, a fruitful relationship with Christ brings exactly that: fruits. If we have a strong relationship with Jesus Christ, then we bare results. But not just invisible results—tangible, physical results that allows the world world to see your fruits, not just hear about them. For example, as an ambassador, we are not supposed to be sick. If we are supposed to be a difference, then why are we acting exactly like everyone else? Why are we still sick? Oh, you say that cancer or heart disease or allergies is part of God's plan for you? Well, to that I say, look at Christ. We are supposed to emulate Christ's character. Did Jesus suffer from cancer? Did Jesus ever say, "Oh, no, I can't go there or eat that because I have allergies?" No, He did not because sickness is part of the Father's plan for us. Then, you must rebuff that comment and say that Jesus is the Son of Man so of course He didn't get sick. Well, we have His Spirit in us; we have His Blood flowing through our veins; we have His Father (who is our Father also) directing and guiding us, so what's different about us? (Other than the fact that we don't need to fulfill a prophecy that allows future generations to enter God's kingdom by a simple declaration.) By accepting Jesus into your heart and soul, we have access to Him. Was Jesus poor? Now, before you answer this question by quoting the Scripture in which it states that the Son of Man had no place to lay His head, consider this: people who are in poverty cannot help anyone. They can barely help themselves. If poor people can barely help themselves, how can they help someone else? Jesus' missions was to help others. It was not about Him, but about God's plan. Jesus never had to work to acquire pay nor did He have to be conscious of His wages. Here is a message by Dr. Creflo Dollar that address this heretical belief in the body of Christ. If you finish watching it and nothing changes, keep in mind that your words alone will not save anyone. You can talk about Jesus all you want but until you have some physical, tangible proof that what you believe in brings results, people won't stop and listen. Wherever Jesus went, people stopped and listen. Not everyone, true, but there were people who stopped and listen to the words of the Messiah because they knew what effect it would have on their lives. 

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Remember, Christianity is not just about a one-way ticket to Heaven. It's not just about living a life so you can go to Heaven. It's about fulfilling the most with all the abilities and tools that God has bestowed on us.

Penguin Classics

In the last little while, the publishing company Penguin came up with a brand new cover detail for all the classics. In a word, it's genius. I've always enjoyed classic books; the principles, morals, and character trails are universal and have yet to change in the last 400 years. As a result, I've always been fascinated in Austen, Dumas, and Hugo, to name a few. I like to smell that old book smell, see the crinkled edges, the yellowed pages, and faded cover. However, with a slew of new cover arts for some of the most memorable books, I plan to add it to my collection. With a rainbow of assortments, it just may be what my bookshelf has been crying for some time now.

Look how beautiful a bookshelf will be! I don't think there is ever a beautiful array of novels such as this. It is simply perfect.

Summer Style

With summer around the corner, it's time to brings the white dresses, the tie-dye shirts, and flip-flops out of the closet. It's also analogous for perfecting that bikini bod (if not already done so) and lying at the beach. Ah yes, summer; it's one of the best seasons and perhaps the best time to flaunt those legs, those arms, and those abs. With a large variety of sources (as I've mentioned before, I strive for eclecticism), my penchant for French/nautical/retro summer wear is difficult to perfect. But with these style icons (and an awesome blogger), I've found my summer wardrobe.

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Lately, I have obsessed over Valentine, a fashion blogger from Paris. Her style is the epitome of French couture. Check out her blog:  *valentine*

NOTE: None of these pictures are mine and I take no credit for there. They (referring to Hollywood photos) usually come People Style Watch or InStyle. The rest are written in caption.