Keeping Up With Kalina

13 December 2015

I ♥ Christmas Tag

I haven't done a tag in so long, so I was really excited when the lovely Lili tagged me to do this festive one! I'm really tired, so I'll be doing it in English only though. Here we go:

1. What is your favorite Christmas Color?

Dark green definitely! I love all shades of green all around, but I have an actual excuse to wear it and paint my nails in dark green around Christmas.

2. What is your favorite Christmas movie?

Hmmm, it would have to be Love Actually if we're sticking to just Christmas movies. I rewatch it every year (and totally don't cry).

3. What is your favorite Christmas song?

I can't pick just one, but I really love the classics, Let It Snow by Dean Martin, Santa Baby by Eartha Kitt.

4. The most anticipated Christmas Tradition?

It would have to be giving people presents. I love picking them out, I start in November haha.

5. Is your tree fake or real?

Fake.

6. PJs of Fancy Dress for Christmas Eve?

PJs for like my entire life haha.

7. When do you open your presents - on the Christmas Eve or the Christmas Morning?

I don't really get presents these days, but if I do it depends on who it's from - from my parents on Christmas Eve, from my grandparents on Christmas.

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8. Do you believe in Santa?

Not really, but my brother still does and I'm trying to keep it as real as possible for him.

9. What is your Christmas wish?

Just to have a better year in 2016. 2015 has been a rollercoaster.

10. Have you ever build a Gingerbread House?

Nooo, never. It's not really a thing in Bulgaria, but I do love baking ginger cookies.

11. What is your Dream Christmas Destination?

If you know me, you'd know I'm not the best traveller, but if I reaaaaally had to go somewhere it would be somewhere with lots of snow, definitely.

12. Do you like giving or receiving gifts better?

I mean, I would like to say giving, because I really enjoy seeing the people I love happy, but receiving is just as fun.

13. Can you name all of the Santa’s Reindeers?

Again, not really a thing in Bulgaria. Dancer, Prancer, Blitzen, Vixen, Cupid, Rudolph... no idea!

14. What is your favorite christmas meal or treat?

I mean, it has got to be all the chocolate. It's not a traditional Christmas meal, but that's all I think of when I hear Christmas.

15. Are you a pro-present wrapper or you fail miserably?

Ummmm, so I will let you in on a little secret - I usually have my presents wrapped by professionals and I've never even tried wrapping them on my own. It just doesn't seem like something fun to do. But shhhh!

These questions have been so much fun! I wanna tag some people too to spread the Christmas spirit, but really anyone is welcome to do it!

Tedi from The Beauty in My Life

Maria from BeGlamorous

Preslava from Games Of Fashion

Elvira from Ocean of Fashion & Beauty

Preslava from Presscious

xo,

Kalina

8 December 2015

B&W Christmas

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Look at all of the lights! I want to go out every night, which says a lot, considering I have major anxiety! I love the town this time of year, when everything is a bit prettier and a bit more exciting. I went out for a walk with Elvira from Ocean of Fashion & Beauty and we had a drink at Costa Coffee (the drowning gingerbread man is hers; I had an orange hot chocolate). The only thing left is for me to get through all the exams and then it's all good. Wish me luck!
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Вижте всички светлини! Искам да излизам всяка вечер, което казва доста, при положение, че имам панически атаки! Обожавам града в това време от годината, когато всичко е малко по-красиво и малко по-вълнуващо. Излязох на разходка с Елвира от Ocean of Fashion & Beauty и пихме по нещо в Costa (давещият се джинджифилов е неин; аз пих портокалов горещ шоколад). Единственото нещо, което остава е да приключа с всички изпити и всичко ще е наред. Стискайте палци!

xo,
Kalina

6 December 2015

Winter Coat

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I was thinking about what to call this post and the only thing that I saw in these photos was my winter coat haha. I love it so much, and generally coats and jackets are my favourite items of clothes ever. I've had this one for a few years now and it may be time to replace it, but I'm scared I won't find one I love so much. Help!
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Чудех се как да кръстя публикацията и единственото нещо, което виждах на снимките беше зимното ми палто. Толкова много го обичам и като цяло якетата и палтата са любимите ми дрехи. Това го нося от няколко години и може би е време да го сменя, но се страхувам, че няма да намеря някое, което да харесвам толкова. Помощ!

xo,
Kalina

4 December 2015

Christmas Lights

It's the best time of the year! I finally put my Christmas decorations up today and I wanted to show them. I put lots of lights - on the tree and on the wall (which I am totally keeping all year round) and tried not to go overboard - no garlands. The candles of course bring a lot to the atmosphere.

So, have you decorated your house yet?
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Най-хубавото време от годината е! Най-накрая украсих за Коледа днес и исках да покажа как. Сложих много лампички - на елхата и стената (които възнамерявам да запазя за цялата година). Опитах се да не прекалявам - без гирлянди. Свещите допринасят към атмосферата.

А вие украсихте ли вече?

xo,
Kalina

30 November 2015

November Favourites 2015

November's come and gone, as quick as it may seem, and it's time for my favourite things this month. Some of them are things I've discovered recently and others I've been using for a long time. Most of them are beauty related, but there are a few random bits and bobs, so let's start!
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Ноември дойде и си тръгна, колкото и бързо да беше. и е време за любимите ми неща през месеца. Някои от тях са неща, които открих наскоро, а други използвам от много време. Повечето от тях са козметични, но има и няколко случайни нещица. Да започваме!

Vanilla scented candles from IKEA - they were so so cheap and came in a pack of 30. The smell isn't too strong and they burn for a decent amount of time, even though they turn to liquid as soon as you light them. I put them in a lantern, also from IKEA.
Little black notebook from H&M - I got a pack of three last year and they've been so handy. They're light and small, so you can carry them around in your handbag, to write down ideas or schedule appointments, meetings, dates, stuff.

Ванилови свещи от IKEA - толкова бяха евтини и бяха в опаковка от 30. Миризмата не е твърде силна и горят сравнително дълго, въпреки че веднага щом се запалят се втечняват. Аз ги слагам във фенер, също от IKEA.
Малко черно тефтерче от H&M - взех си пакет от 3 миналата година и са толкова удобни. Много са леки и малки, така че могат да се носят в чантата и да се вписват идеи, график, срещи, всякакви неща.

Avon face brush - this is basically a cheap version of the Clarisonic. I put my bareMinerals facial cleanser on it and go round my face in circles a few times a week, which helps remove any leftover makeup.
Palmer's Facial Scrub - I like this, because it's a) affordable and b) quite fine, so it's not too harsh on the skin.

Четка за лице от Avon - това накратко е евтин вариант на Clarisonic. Слагам от почистващия си лосион на bareMinerals на нея и търкам лицето си с кръгови движения няколко пъти в седмицата, което помага да премахне останал по кожата грим.
Скраб за лице от Palmer's - харесвам го, защото а) достъпен е и б) доста е фин, следователно не е твърде груб с кожата.

Anastasia Beverly Hills Pro Pencil - I've written about this one before here, but I've found a new use for it - as a highlight in my waterline and it works perfectly.
Rimmel London Nude Lipstick in 45 - I recently did a review on the range, but out of all of them, this is probably my favourite.
H&M Cream Blush in Dusty Rose - I love cream blushes and this one is the perfect shade. It's not too dark, but it still shows up on your cheeks. The colour is nice for any season.

Pro Pencil на Anastasia Beverly Hills - и преди съм писала за него тук, но намерих ново приложение - като хайлайт във водната линия на окото и се справя перфектно.
Червило №45 от Nude серията на Rimmel London - наскоро писах ревю за колекцията, но от всички това ми е любимото.
Кремообразен руж от H&M в Dusty Rose - обичам кремообразни ружове, а този е перфектният цвят. Не е твърде тъмен, но все пак си личи. Цветът е подходящ за всеки сезон.

I would definitely love to hear what you've been loving this month! Leave your favourites down in the comments!

Определено бих искала да прочета вие какво харесахте през месеца. Напишете вашите любимци в коментарите!

xo,

Kalina

25 November 2015

October Flashback

I know I should've posted these ages ago, but I was on a break in October and I kinda just forgot when I returned to blogging. So, here they are now, from when my best friend came home and we had one of the craziest days ever, remaking viral videos and twerking all over the place. Christmas is just a month away though and I can already feel the reunion!

Знам, че трябваше да кача тези преди известно време, но си почивах през октомври и просто забравих, когато се върнах към блогването. Ето ги сега, когато най-добрата ми приятелка се прибра и прекарахме един от най-лудите дни заедно, имитирайки известни клипове и туърквайки навсякъде. Коледа е след само месец и вече усещам събирането!

xo,

Kalina

22 November 2015

Lasting Finish By Kate Nude Collection Review

I'm talking makeup again today, because I wanted to share my impressions about the Nude lipstick range by Rimmel. I got them sent by Parfimo, which I am very thankful for, but the opinion is going to be entirely mine.

Днес отново говоря за козметика, защото исках да споделя впечатленията си за Nude колекцията червила на Rimmel. Бяха ми изпратени от Parfimo, за което съм благодарна, но мнението е изцяло мое

Altogether, there are 6 shades in the range, but not all of them were available. I have 42, 43 and 45. Needless to say, they are all nude colours, but what is really striking is their packaging. I'm a sucker for all things girly and pink, so these were a real treat.

Общо има 6 цвята, но не всички бяха налични. Имам номер 42, 43 и 45. Не е нужно да казвам, че всички са неутрални цветове, но това, което е наистина красиво, е опаковката им. Обожавам всичко момичешко и розово, затова наистина харесах тези.

It was really hard to capture the difference in the colours, but generally, as the number grows, they get darker, so 45 is the darkest.

Беше трудно да уловя разликата в цветовете, но като цяло, с нарастването на номера стават по-тъмни, следователно 45 е най-тъмен.

When you apply them they're not too opaque and the finish is creamy. I'm not overly impressed with their longevity, because they do wear off and wouldn't survive a hot drink for instance. What I do like is that they are actually hydrating on the lips and the colours would look good on any skin tone.

Когато ги нанесете, не са много наситени и завършекът е кремообразен. Не съм много впечатлена от дълготрайността им, защото лесно се изтриват и не биха оцелели след гореща напитка например. Това, което ми харесва е, че всъщност са хидратиращи и цветовете биха стояли добре на всякаква кожа.

Now, this here is a failed swatch photo, because the colurs don't really look like that. What we can see, though, is that 42 has a yellow undertone, while 43 is pink. All in all, these have definitely grown on me and I would say are the perfect affordable nudes.

Това е провален опит за суоч, защото цветовете всъщност не изглеждат така. Това, което се вижда обаче е, че 42 има жълт подтон, а 43 е розово. Като цяло, определено харесах тези червила и бих казала, че са перфектните достъпни неутрални цветове. Можете да ги поръчате от ето тук, защото ги няма в дрогериите.

xo,
Kalina

18 November 2015

Amazing Skin Care Secrets from Around the World | Guest

If you've been following my blog, you'd know that I do guest posts every now and then. So, I was very excited when Amy Mia Goldsmith contacted me with the idea to share this article on my blog.
Take a look and tell me what you think in the comments! Do you have any beauty secrets?

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It is not unknown that women all around the globe use different product and procedures to make them look as youthful and beautiful as possible. Fine lines, wrinkles, freckles and acne are every woman’s nightmare, which is why each one of them does everything she can to stand in their way. Skin care regimes and preferred treatments significantly differ from the East to the West, and if you want to know why are some women considered to be the most beautiful in the world – stay with us. Here are their most amazing skincare secrets:

Russia

Russian women tend to visit their beauticians and dermatologists at least six times per year. They take care of their skin, which is why no one should be surprised because many people consider them the most beautiful in the world. Visual appearance is very important to them. Younger Russian girls love some non-invasive treatments, such as cleansing, exfoliation and moisturizing. On the other hand, older Russian ladies often rely on Botox injections, mesotherapy, and laser treatments. Microdelivery peel is also one of the favourite procedures among them.

China

Chinese ladies are well-known for their fair skin complexion. They are not fans of artificial tan and heavy makeup – healthy skin is their go-to choice. Regular cleansing and moisturising, plenty of sleep and organic beauty products based on rice are a must. Instead of regular foundation, Chinese girls rather use BB or CC creams. They love their skin looking fresh, youthful and pale, which is why they love skin whitening procedures, especially during summer.

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Australia

Ladies from Australia are also very eager to keep their hair and skin as healthy as possible, despite the different climate that requires extra effort. Organic beauty products are becoming more and more popular nowadays. 100 Percent Pure is particularly attractive to girls and women of all ages because it offers organic eye and face makeup for every skin type. Besides that, favourite skincare products and treatments in Australia include cleansing and moisturising creams, facial masks, acne removal procedures, and of course, the inevitable sunscreens.

Africa

African ladies’ beauty secret lies in shea butter. It keeps their hair and skin moisturised and nourished, providing highly required vitamins A and E. What is great about it is the fact that it has healing properties, which is why it is appropriate even for sensitive or damaged skin. What is very interesting, many women from Africa have found a job in shea nut collection and processing because of the fact that its multiple benefits were recognized all over the globe.

South Korea

South Korean women pride themselves on the radiant, rosy skin that indeed looks fascinating. The Korean skin care routine is becoming more and more popular. Removing their makeup every night before bedtime is essential, and that process starts with a cleansing towelette and foaming cleanse. Proper exfoliation is also a must. After this step, Korean ladies use toners that do not dry out their skin. These are usually made from natural ingredients such as tea tree, orange blossom and bamboo. The following step is the most important part in their regime – it is an essence that hydrates the skin and restores its PH balance. They also use ampoules, masks and moisturisers that nourish their skin, making it look youthful.

As you can see, women from different parts of the world perceive beauty in different ways. Their cultural differences imply certain beliefs and attitudes, however, all of them know that healthy and nourished skin is indeed crucial. That is a universal fact that will remain even for the generations to come.

About the Author

Amy Mia Goldsmith is a literature graduate from Melbourne. Her passion is organic beauty and fashion and she loves to spend her free time travelling and of course – shopping! You can contact Amy on herFacebook page and Twitter.

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