Gold & a sparkling winner

♪ Mika - Love Today ♪

I cannot believe I took this pictures just one day before the snow arrived. It was so sunny and perfect and I remember that as I was looking at the Christmas decorations that surrounded me everywhere and I thought how sad they don't have a matching snow storm to go.  Next post will be one full of snow, I promise but I thought I should publish these photos because you haven't seen me wearing many Romanian brands. I actually love and support them and I would love to have the opportunity to shop more!

Lately, I discovered I love glitter, sun and everything that sparkles! I wish I had a glitter dress for New Years eve, but I think I will just settle for a manicure. This golden sweater makes a statement: the perfect combination between casual chic and party appropriate. You can easily wear it on a regular basis, paired with jeans and some comfy boots (like I did here) yet also match it with a smart pencil skirt for a fancy dinner.

Also, this is a very special post because it's time to reveal who is the lucky winner of the Marc Jacobs bracelet! There were 154 valid entries and the bracelet goes to...

Number 133, Karolina Wajs

Moja golden sweater, Zara jeans, Papucei boots, Fossil watch, C&A bracelets

Monday Muse: S.

♪ Moonlight Breakfast- Champagne ♪

Merry Christmas, I cannot wait to see what Santa will bring to both you and me! I have been super busy lately, redecorating my room and now I'm finally done, just in time for a very special birthday: my best friend S. turns 18 today!

I love her so much and that's why I decided to bring this column back, at least for this one day! I guess it's hard for me to write just in a few words how much she means to me, and how blessed and grateful I am to have her in my life. She is so optimistic, fun and knows how to stand for her dreams. She also has an incredible fashion sense and you can find the proof at her AMAZING TUMBLR 

Sorry for the quality of the pictures, we took this back in November (I think?) at our prom and the last picture is just a proof of how much she really knows me: she bought me the Moonlight Breakfast CD for Christmas (my favourite band) and my most loved sweets.

I truly wish that you all have at least one special person in your life just like her and I hope you'll have the most peaceful and whimsical Christmas with your family!

Fooling around back in summer.

Fancy Friday: Pink Paris

♪ Lana del Rey- Paris ♪

As a child, I had one fashion pet peeve: pink. As I grew older, I started to accept it as a color appropiate for accessories,  sometimes even for blouses. Now, I see it as a state of mind. I like to surround myself with this colour, though not excessively. As much as I would like to 'think pink', I am not the optimistic type so I guess I have this need because I want to remind myself constantly that there are reasons to be happy and relax. It's such a joyful colour and that's why I bought my beloved Marc Jacobs Ipad case in this bright fuchsia shade (or honeysuckle?). I've always dreamed of a big poster/illustration/painting to replace my moodboard and I wanted it to have a strong message, something I would really like to do someday.

So, when I found this poster with a quote of the incredible Audrey, about PARIS and pink all over it, I knew I had to have it! Also, here is my favourite quote of Audrey Hepburn, which fits with the theme perfectly:
(Blame it on the Christmas spirit, I feel so light and happy!)

PS: Don't forget to enter the awesome giveaway where you can win a Marc Jacobs bracelet! 100 entries already, wow!

Optimistic Neon

♪ Moonlight Breakfast- Hard Times ♪

I can't help myself but laugh as I am looking at these pictures. They show a very happy version of me, back on the 1st of December when the weather was incredible, I only grabbed a jacket and I was off to see Cloud Atlas which is definetely the best movie I've seen in 2012 (I still love Skyfall, don't worry, I wouldn't have named an outfit post after it otherwise!).

For some reason, that day felt like spring and I had so much fun with some of my friends and I had a positive thinking and I was like 'I bet it's only going to snow in February'. That's why I decided to wear my crop top (ha!) and the neon necklace I never got to wear last summer (ha ha ha).

Of course, the weather changed just as quick as my mood and now I am constantly covered in snow and exams. That's why I had to take such a long break from the blog, it is no secret that my studies are on the first place right now and I have to keep it toghether as I have decided to go for medicine (every Sunday in this semester has been about anatomy). It only felt like Christmas is approaching this weekend , when all my close friends started to give my hints about gifts and. I allowed myself to take a little break and let my creativity ( & savings) flow. It felt so good, and I am so happy to be back!

Also, I hope you entered the giveaway!

“Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise.” 

― Victor Hugo, Les Misérables

Oasap crop top, Zara carrot pants, Zara neon necklace, Massimo Dutti python heels, Fossil Watch, Bershka belt

Also, I have to share this super cute photo of me and my best friend D. , we have matching Marc Jacobs bracelet. You can have one too, if you join the giveaway HERE.

Enjoy this Christmas, my dear readers, I will try to post again soon! x

Giveaway: Win a Marc Jacobs bracelet!

I have this wide grin as I am writing this, because I have my FABULOUS Marc Jacobs bracelet on my wrist, the one you can see in all the photos.

And why am I so happy? Because, it's December and it means Christmas is approaching! And... it also means it's high time I announce the special giveaway for the holidays:

'The Marc Jacobs bracelet- a perfect Christmas present offered by Trend Shop and TeenFashionDiary'

Trend Shop is a brand new online shop run by the most lovely owner, where you can find great accessories, from bracelets to fancy Iphone cases. I was so over the moon when I was contacted and especially because I was offered the perspective of a giveaway for my lovely readers! I don't know about you, but this arm candy certainly makes me feel so confident and the outfits become just so fun!

The giveaway runs: 7th -25th of December  and it is internationally open.

So, what do you have to do in order to win this amazing orange bracelet? Just follow these 3 easy-peasy steps:

1).Follow Trend Shop on Twitter

2). Follow TeenFashionDiary through Bloglovin' or Facebook (state your number if you follow through Bloglovin and Facebook name otherwise)

3). Comment on this post with your name, email address, Twitter name, Bloglovin number/Facebook name .

Good luck &stay fashionable! 

PS: Doesn't Natalia Vodianova look just breathtaking on the cover of the (funny, witty& full of life) December issue of Vogue?

Burgundy & Sequins

♪ Calvin Harris & Florence Welch- Sweet Nothing ♪

I'm so HAPPY tha I'm actually able to write on the blog right now! It's been a rough week and the next two ones will be even harder as I have my exams and everything. Fortunately, we don't have school tomorrow so it will be a long weekend and well deserved break for me!!!

As I said before, I was so anxious to write this post because I have missed you guys so much(I hope you can appreciate the fact that even I was busy I managed to reply to everyone's mails) and also because I finally get to show you my burgundy sweater, such a great essential and trend for this fall! Oh, have I mentioned it also has sequins all over it? This is what made me buy it actually, I always had a thing for fabulous & shiny clothes!

Now , I know there are less pictures, but this is only because I was in a rush and I found a great spot regarding the light. Needless to say, 5 minutes after I finished posing that fabulous light vanished!! Also, starting now , the photos of my details will have TeenFashionDiary's logo on the left/right because I have found many photos with over 1000 notes on Tumblr which belong to me , yet I wasn't credited. Even though I mailed everyone who posted them, I only got two replies and I was so dissapointed! You can see the photos I was talking about at my Tumblr: marylueden.

Anyways, how cool is the matching burgundy necklace from Accessorize? I got it two years ago, on sale and I paid like 4 euros, when bordeaux wasn't a cool shade and statement necklaces weren't so popular. Now I congratulate the old me as the investment(if you can call spending 4 euros that haha) was a total success!!

Have a wonderful day, my dear readers, and don't forget that even if I'm not able to post so often I always think about you!

Wait, I forgot to talk about one more thing, the hairstyle, which you can properly see after the break. I believe every girl should find an easy-peasy and yet outstanding way to do her hair when she's on the run. Mine takes 5 minutes and it's super comfortable to wear(and yes, it is my actual hair!)! Let me know what you think, as I got some requests on doing vlogs about hair and beauty.


ZARA jeans & top , ACCESSORIZE bag & necklace, ORSAY cardigan & bracelets, H&M flatforms

The perfect loose sweater

♪ Adele -Skyfall♪

Stressed but well dressed - this is how I would describe myself lately, I mean I least I try with the 'well dressed' part haha but I feel like there's not enough time, or maybe I have no idea how to manage mine! Therefore, a trick is in order for girls like me, who are always in a rush and still want to look fabulous: 

Invest in a key piece for fall, incredible, unique yet still easy to wear on a regular basis! 

I found mine at Zara, two weeks ago, and I couldn't be more happy! I'm talking about this white loose sweater, with the most amazing fabric, cut and easy to match with all my jewellery! I almost wear it too much, but you'll see after you click for 'MORE' why, it has a fancy detail in the back. Also, I'm sure you noticed the background- the same old background which I call the 'emergency' one as I have too many pictures taken here plus it's not cute as well...Oh well, forgive me, I had to show you this sweater somehow!

As for the song I chose it's because I went with my cousin and some friends and saw Skyfall, the new James Bong movie. I'm sure you've heard of it, it is an action movie with a huge budget and amazing actors after all but the thing that impressed me most was the subject! Overall, I got the following idea:

You shouldn't give up on yourself, on your hopes and dreams and that there's always a place for a new beginning or, as Adele would sing it 'Skyfall is where we start'.

ZARA white loose sweater, ZARA jeans, Massimo Dutti python shoes, Fossil watch, Accessorize bag, Orsay necklace

But wait, there's another thing I'd like to tell you:

7th of November is the day when one of my best friends, Diana was born. And she turns 18! This is HUGE, you only have this important moment once in your life and Diana is lucky enough to celebrate it abroad, in a special place, far far away from here. I love you D., HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

Me & D. , back in April <3