SUMMER INSPIRATION

It won't be long before Summer is gone. So I hope you are taking advantage of the hot days, the Summer breeze, the salty water and the long nights. All pictures taken from Oraclefox.com

FOUR YEARS OF THE TEENAGE ROYALTY

When I started this blog four years ago, I never thought that it would have had the impact in my life that it ended up having. Four years ago, I was about to start my second year of college. Looking back, I can’t believe that this blog was with me during some very important stages of my life: when my grandma passed away during Christmas 2009, when I did my Erasmus in Madrid back in 2010, when I was an intern at REVISTA for Expresso newspaper last years, when I took four 14 year-kids to a Summer camp in Norway when I was 21, and, the biggest step I probably took in my life, coming to Switzerland to finalize my studies as a young adult. Four years that went by really fast.

Since Summer 2009, I was part of campaigns for Despe&Veste, Lovely Breeze, Re-Vintage Clothing. I have been photographed by my dearest Jessica Silva three times. I went to Lisbon Fashion Week with all my fashionable friends and got to meet so many awesome people there. I did so many trips to showrooms to get to see gorgeous collections from some of my favorite brands. I got to read all your comments and received so much love from all my readers.

Four years ago I created The Teenage Royalty because I wanted to show the world what was happening in Young Hollywood and in the music industry. Today this blog is part of my daily life. My fashion sense has grown in so many ways and I take care of myself much better than I did back then. I’ve grown up to listen to music that I didn’t know that I liked and got to visit such cool places that I didn’t even know that existed. But, most of all, I got to meet some of the coolest people in the world that, nowadays, I have the joy to call my friends.

This blog has opened so many doors to me, it’s unbelievable. I want to thank you for coming here and taking time out of your precious day to read what I post. One of my favorite things in the world is to read your comments and seeing people relating to what I write. Writing is one my greatest passions, and always will be. The Teenage Royalty wouldn’t be the same if I didn’t have anyone to read it. So thank you so much for the support and I hope I never disappoint you.

You guys are awesome!!

Xoxo,

Rita

LIVING IN BULLE #1

Everyone that has already lived away from their home knows that you can't bring everything with you. So today I'm showing you some of the stuff that I brought from Lisbon to make me feel at home in Bulle. Sometimes it's quite hard, since I don't have a lot of space and stuff with me, and I'm always saying to myself "Oh I wish I had this and that with me now". Living away from home is not an easy task. Actually I have been a bit homesick lately. I have been in Bulle for three weeks now and I miss already everyone so much. Three weeks might not seem like a lot, but for someone that is very close to her boyfriend, parents, family and friends, it actually is. I'm coming back for a break to Portugal in the beggining of October and I'm already excited! I have been fortunate enough to have really good weather during the past three weeks. We have had barbecues, we have already been to the lake and have lots of fun. I really don't want the cold weather to arrive!! I just got to stay positive and have a smile on my face. Everything will be alright :)

The book I'm currently reading and ZARA fragrances that I'm loving

Essencials in my bag

My jewelry box and some of my items

My nail-polishes

My make-up

My everyday shoes

MILEY CYRUS BY TERRY RICHARDSON

It seems like it was yesterday that we were watching young Miley doing Hannah Montana on TV. Well, that girl has turned into a woman and with no regrets. I noticed that something was different with her since the Borgore video for "Decisions". But know it's a whole new level. Miley has turned into this sexual human being that has been hidding from the cameras and that we didn't even know that it existed. Miley is now a grown up woman and we just have to deal with it. I kinda like this new Miley, do you?

INSTA WEEK #6 - MY FIRST TWO WEEKS IN BULLE

Bulle, Switzerland. A small town where nothing much happens. Like in the rest of this entire country. But it is ok. At least this time I am not on top of the mountain. So, these first two weeks were interesting. I already learnt a lot of stuff in class, I am enjoying the subjects I am taking. And I already met a lot of people, very nice people. I have been also enjoying the company of my friends from last semester. Four of them are sharing a house instead of sleeping in the school housing. So many nights we get together at their place and laugh loads. And we did an amazing barbecue at their house last Thursday, so cool! Last week I had the chance to enjoy a beautiful Saturday afternoon on the lake. The sights are so pretty, see for yourselves! This place also has a lot of cows, it is very funny. I am very much looking forward for my next adventures and I will keep you posted on them. Besides, the 4th Birthday of The Teenage Royalty is coming up and I have a very special post prepared for you guys!

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Healthy breakfast

Barbecue with friends

Rockin these two outfits for school

An afternoon on the lake

Enjoying Summer time

Friends, friends, friends...

HAVE AN INCREDIBLE WEEKEND!

I really hope everyone is enjoying their Summer time. This Sunday I'm going to post my first pictures from my adventures in Bulle, Switzerland. Meanwhile, everyone please have a great weekend, always have a positive attitude, loads of fun and much love.

xoxo,

Rita

CAROLINE MACKINTOSH PHOTOGRAPHY

Just came across Caroline's work today. I think it's very dope. Visit her website HERE.

A LEOPARD AFFAIR

In my opinion, a piece of leopard print is always a good option. It's elegant, classy and super trendy. During the cold and hot seasons, it is super fun to mix with bold colors and it really makes a statement. Personally, I love to mix this animal print either with black or with a strong color, like blue or pink. It really works. But you can't abuse! Otherwise you will look ridiculous. My favorite leopard print pieces are definitely bags, shoes and blazers. As you can see in the picture below, I picked up a selection of this hot animal print. I have to tell that my favorites are: 1. the Blumarine bag, 2. the ZARA blazer, 6. the Dolce&Gabbana bag and 9. the FENDI loafers. I think all the pieces that I chose really make a statement and I love all of them. You know one thing? I think this print will never go out of fashion and will always be a trend because it adjusts itself to the markets needs. I also love to see this print mixed with studs. That's probably my favorite mix of all times, leopard print mixed with gold studs. What do you guys think about my picks? Do you like them?

ZARA FALL 2013

I'm going to be honest with you. Though I like Winter clothes and their "comfyness", I'm not that much into grey colors and the darkness that the coldest season of the year brings. But this ads from ZARA are just totally flawless. Oh-my-god, it's still hot outside and I already want everything. I don't even know where to start. Not to mention that ZARA is my favorite store of all times, the pieces they created for the next season are so amazing. The patterned coats, the long dresses, the hats, the blazers, the skirts... I want every single piece right now. And even if they are grey, it looks really good mixed with white. The coats in the first picture are already my favorites and I'm sure they will look really good inside my closet.