Back to School

So often I wish I went to school where I could wear whatever I wanted. Most schools in Indonesia (including mine) require their students to wear uniform. I personally think that wearing a uniform is a ridiculous rule because it limits students' self-expression and not everybody is comfortable with their school's uniform.

Fyi, I went to school where the female students had to wear a 5cm-below-the-knees skirt uniform (min.) and it must be worn with black shoes that are 'specially' manufactured by them -horribly. We were also not allowed to dye our hair, wear accessories (even small earrings would be confiscated by those killer teachers), make-up, or even colored soft-lenses.

There were so many ridiculous rules that made me hated my school, but when I think about them now, they're kind of funny. After all it was the place where I found my best friends. :)

*Outfit: Bershka Top / Unbranded Jumpsuit / Urban Outfitters Bag / GOWIGASA Belt / JC Lana Shoes

♥

elle

Details in the Fabric

Calm down, deep breaths and get yourself dressed instead of running around.

If it's a broken part, replace it.
If it's a broken arm, then brace it.
If it's a broken heart, then face it.

If anybody asks me what's my favorite break-up song, my answer will always be "Details in the Fabric" by Jason Mraz. The song brings me into so many emotional levels, especially when I get upset and can't think clearly. It encourages me to move on from the situation, always remember to 'hold your own, know your name' (knowing your value and believing in yourself), and that eventually 'everything WILL be fine'. Everything happens for a reason. You may not see the reason now, but in time you will.

It's a bittersweet song. It's really sad, but it's hopeful.

That's what makes it so beautiful.

Knitted Top - Unbranded

Shorts - Topshop

Shoes - Unbranded

Purse - The Little Things She Needs

Socks - MUJI

Necklace - Bershka

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What I've been up to?

Re-reading my favorite manga, One Piece and preparing for GOWIGASA New Arrivals!

p.s. Jason Mraz, if you read this, you've helped a person through your song. Thank you. :)

♥

elle

Beautiful Ayana, Bali

Remember when I told you I took shitloads of pictures when I was in Bali last July, that I had to upload them partly? So far I've posted five posts: Dreamland, Rosso and Rock Bar, Gula Bali Pork Ribs, Walk Through the Light, Floating on a Sunny Day (click if you haven't read it! :D). Well today's post will be the last part (I promise!) and it's all about the beautiful Ayana hotel where I stayed in and spent my days when I didn't feel like going out.

ARRIVED

They greet every new guest with a welcome drink and flower necklace (Leis) like in Hawaii that made us feel fresh instantly after a tiring long drive.

H&M top and shorts, Stradivarius bag, Bershka shoes.

ROCK BAR

Heading to Rock Bar wearing Stance dress from GOWIGASA.

A ride on the inclinator, getting down to the bar.

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He was wearing my sunglasses because his was gone on Kuta street lol.

Breath-taking sunset!

BREAKFAST

Padi Restaurant, where Ayana's buffet breakfast is served each morning.

Me enjoying pancakes and waffles after taking these shots.

SWIMMING POOL

Getting ready to sunbathe!

I also managed to capture these random photos:

LMAO this grandma was dragged around the pool by her grandson (I guess), so cute!!

This pretty girl wasn't running towards...

...this handsome boy.

Reminds me of Jess and I ♥

PRIVATE BEACH

Yup, that's the beach. We didn't step our feet close to it because we must pass through hundreds of stairs and climb that same amount of stairs again when we were done down there. We thought it would be just a waste of time and energy as we had a flight to catch.

That's the stairs I was talking about.

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Anyway HAVE A GREAT HOLIDAY EVERYONE!!
As for me, I will enjoy Jakarta during lebaran! If there is a certain period of time when you can enjoy Jakarta's roads, it is on the Lebaran holiday, where most of Jakarta's residents are going back to their home town to celebrate Idul Fitri. :)

Train - Hey, Soul Sister

♥

elle