Homemade Granola

This morning I decided I wanted to make some healthy banana granola. I had learned this recipe from +beautycrush! It was so easy to make and tastes delicious! Granola can be paired with so many things like yogurt, waffles, or pancakes. I modified the recipe with ingredients I had on hand. The ingredients I used were:
 1 ripe banana
2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
1 packet of flax seed oats
1 packet of maple&brown oats
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp maple syrup
2 tbsp honey
1 tsp organic brown sugar
1 tsp peanut butter
2 tsp almond oil
1 tsp olive oil
pinch of salt

After cooling I put into this cute little mason jar.
I used the granola in my Greek yogurt this morning with mixed berries, cinnamon and a drizzle of honey:) 

Yogurt and Chai Tea(Celestial Teas)

Preheat oven to 350 °f. I put the banana in the oven so it could soften and mashed it with all my wet ingredients in a large bowl and then added the dry ingredients. You may want to add the oats as you go and mix until almost dry. After mixing put it onto a large baking tray and spread the mixture around. After about 10 minutes or until granola is golden brown flip it so the bottom side can cook. Leave it in for another 10 minutes, let it cool and enjoy!


Exploring Philly

On my way back from New York City my family and I made a stop in Philadelphia to experience the city. My sisters and I were also really craving cheesecake so we set out on a mission to find the best. We came across Darlings Cafe which had so many different types of cheesecake and it was definitely the best!










Coat: Forever 21 | Plaid Flannel: H&M | Leggings: H&M | Shoes: White Converse |
Backpack: DKNY



Original Cheesecake

Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake


New York City

Another year has gone by and that means 2014 is here! I hope this year brings happiness and success to everyone and go make this year one you will never forget. I ended 2013 by going on a trip to go to New York City with my family! It was my first time there and it was definitely an amazing and very cold experience!



Inside H&M looking out Times Square



















Happy New Year Everyone!



Lancôme Minis



Génifique Eye Cream

This is a youth activating eye concentrate which helps reduce dark circles, eye bags and fine lines. It says results should show in seven days and today would be second day. It feels so lovely under the eyes and it leaves my skin very smooth and hydrated. 

Bi-Facil

This double action eye makeup remover, I've got to say is absolutely amazing! It removes all of my stubborn eye makeup including waterproof mascara and leaves my eyelids smooth and very refreshed. 

Cils Booster XL

This is a super-enhancing white mascara base which lengthens my lashes and makes them appear fuller.

 Définicils Mascara

I love this mascara because it defines my lashes and makes them super long! The two combined are perfect and I will definitely be buying the two in the bigger sizes. 

Happy Holidays everyone!




Winter Day in D.C❄


Dress, Leather Jacket&Scarf :H&M
Purse: Forever 21
Watch: NY&Company



       There was a long   line when I arrived but it was definitely worth it! I will be back very soon!
                               
                                             









Chocolate Chai Tea Latte:) 
                                                     
       
                                            Hope you all are having a great weekend ❤

Topshop Dress

  

I am absolutely loving this dress I bought from Nordstrom! Im so happy that Nordstrom carries Topshop because once I moved from Los Angeles there is no longer a location near me. Its a  textured beige and black printed dress which is very flattering and has a skater style skirt. It has three quarter length sleeves which are cuffed, which I think makes the dress much cuter and can be worn casually or can be dressed up. I plan on wearing this dress as we are getting closer to the holidays and will be perfect with heels or short boots! What do you think? 

White Converse


    White Converse

Who doesn't love a pair of converse? They go with any outfit and are so versatile. I have owned so many converse in a whole bunch of colors but I have never owned a pair of white chucks, until now. I've been wanting a pair for so long and I decided it was about time! I love the look of these and they instantly give you that casual,street style look. I'm looking to expand my shoe collection and these are a must to any collection!

H&M Sale!

H&M right now is having a great sale on already reduced items! I went to three different locations to get all the deals and clothes they had to offer. I was so surprised to see how cheap their clothes are right now and I just wanted to buy everything! Here are all the clothes I picked up. 




Left to Right: Green Lace Shirt $3
White Collar Blouse $7
Brown Blouse: $7
Black Sleeveless Vest $5


White Leather Vest Jacket $10
This was my favorite purchase of all because I had been wanting this jacket for a while now and when I saw it for only $10 I knew I had to get it!

All these pants were $10 and fit very comfortably. I love the prints and colors for the summer and the fabric is super lightweight and great for hot weather. 

My June Favorites!



From left to right: Turquoise and gold accent sandals,Bath and Body Works Wild Berry Tulips, Cynthia Rowley Sugar Scrub, Dead Sea facial gel, Olay Moisturizer, Bath and Body Works Shimmer & Sea




  • I bought the sandals from Marshall and a City Classified brand. They are very comfortable and I love the trend with these sandals which have gold or silver accents to the shoe. 
  • I absolutely love the two lotions I purchased from Bath and Body Works! They have a great sale going on and I'm so happy I found my favorite scents. The Wild Berry Tulips contains vitamin e, jojoba and shea butter. It smells very sweet and has a blend of different wonderful scents that will leave your skin smelling really good all day. The Shimmer & Shea Japanese Cherry Blossom is a shimmer gel and a body lotion. Its a two in one lotion and is 100% of both. I would definitely recommend this lotion for more special occasions and night outs. It leaves your skin very soft and because of the shimmer, you're skin will be sparkling all night long!
  •  I purchased the Dead Sea Facial Cleansing Gel from Marshalls and it was the first time I bought any kind of beauty products and I was surprised to find great brands and brands I often used! This gel is very rejuvenating and refreshes the skin from what our skin has to go through throughout the day. It also removes makeup quickly and thoroughly. 
  • This moisturizer by Olay is a product I have learned to absolutely loved this month. Its an all day moisturizer with an SPF of 15. It leaves my skin feeling great and because its summer it will protect my face from the harsh sun and prevent sunburns. This product can be found in any drugstore for a great price and I will be definitely be buying this moisturizer again.
  • This last product is my absolute favorite find of the month. Its an oatmeal and honey exfoliating sugar scrub from Cynthia Rowley and I can't stress how great this scrub is. I want to use it every morning but I don't want to over scrub my body. It smells so sweet leaves my skin feeling super soft and moisturized. I was so surprised to find my skin feeling so moisturized, I didn't even feel the need for lotion after my shower! I highly recommend this product for anyone looking for a great exfoliator and if you already have one, try this one because you'll want to throw your old ones away!

Monday Morning Tips


Starbucks Drink: tall iced coffee with vanilla soy milk
Purse: Forever 21

It's Monday morning and some of you are headed to work or  enjoying your summer vacation. No matter what you are doing take some time for yourself sometime today and just relax. I'm enjoying my morning at Starbucks and instagraming my favorite fashion finds. I have found it so important to wake up knowing that today will be a good day and that I'm going to make today memorable.Start your week on a positive mood and learn to say yes this week. Be more open minded and see how you can become a better person and people will notice too. Step into this week with confidence and never downgrade yourself. Model Miranda Kerr wrote in her book, "Strive to be the best you can be and focus on who you are in each moment. I believe the only way to handle a challenge is to face it head on with an open mind and heart". You will thank yourself at the end of the week and will learn to conquer the world with a burst of energy. Enjoying a cup of coffee or tea can bring down your stress and help you become more calm. Do what you enjoy most this week, we all have busy schedules but there must be at least 5 minutes in your day to just stop and relax. Its important to respect your body and don't let stressful Mondays take control of your week. So take these tips in consideration today and learn to be more happy! Dont forget to follow me on instagram: @exoticprincess♥

Colors of Summer



Temperatures are increasing, plants are greener, people are louder and this is all because Summer is finally here! Its the second day of summer and I was realizing that fashion is becoming more exotic and fun. I've been seeing vibrant colors such as different shades of red, orange and blues. Red is very feminine and gives you the right amount of "hey look at me!" But it can be worn to be casual or play it up a bit to go out at night. The different citrus oranges and deep coral tones gives you that burst and freshness that looks great in the summer time and can make you feel bright and unexpected. Blue is a color that is always seen in the summer because it reminds us of the ocean and the aqua waters of far away islands. Its a relaxing and refreshing color that is a staple to my summer closet. Tones of blues are being seen everywhere from maxi skirts to eye shadows and even to wedges and sandals. I love playing with colors and seeing how I can incorporate these colors into my wardrobe this season. Give these colors a try this season and see how many compliments you'll get when you step out of your comfort zone and make this summer exotic! 

My Very First Post!

Hello world! I am so excited to be starting my very first blog about fashion, food, photography and all things chic. My name is Helena and I am located in the vibrant and busy city of Los Angeles, California. On my blog you can expect to find lovely posts about the newest trends, the tastiest foods and recipes and beautiful and exotic new things along the way. I'm so happy to be finally sharing my love for fashion, cooking, traveling and enjoying my life with you.♥ I hope you all enjoy my blog and I'm super enthusiastic to meet new people and blogging what I love.