The Girl on Fire

I haven't posted my nail pictures in a while, and this one is especially late. I went to see The Hunger Games (oh my goodness, so many emotions!) and of course I had to do my nails especially for the occasion.

My polish of choice was China Glaze Electrify, which is from the Capitol Colors collection (yes, the highly controversial HG polishes). This gold and red glitter is so amazing. This one is supposed to represent District 5, the power district. I layered it over OPI Thank You Very Muchness and finished with a top coat.

The result was a mani I could not keep my eyes off of. I was constantly checking out my nails because they switched between looking like molten gold and actual fire.

This polish sparkles like no tomorrow. This is a picture of the glitter blurred so you can get more of an idea of how much bling is in it.

It's been a while, but I remember it applying fairly well. I was afraid that the glitter would be very sparse, hence the base color, but it turned out to be quite generous. The polish lasted quite a while, but taking it off was a pain. I found it was better to peel and chip it off myself rather than use nail polish remover. I'm still looking for ways to remove glitter easily.

And in case you didn't realize how much I love The Hunger Games, let me show you what else I wore to the premiere: It's a necklace I got from Etsy and I absolutely love it.

It's a old-fashioned pocket watch with a different HG-related charms. It has the mockingjay with the arrow, Peeta's pearl, and a tree. The finished package is more related to Catching Fire, but definitely still appropriate. I also like that because there are different parts, you wouldn't know it's based on the series at a glance.

Do you like The Hunger Games nail polish? Have you seen the movie? Have you ever bought book/movie inspired jewelry?

What I'm Reading: Mockingjay

So I finished Mockingjay, the final book in The Hunger Games series.

That is all I can say.  

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All Hail Elizabeth Banks

There have been a lot of Hunger Games related posts on the site recently, but I can't help it. I'm absolutely fascinated and leaning towards obsessed. The movie comes out Friday, but this will basically be going on until the end of March. I'm not sorry!

But let's get down to it, Elizabeth Banks has been rocking the premieres like it's nobody's business. Not only has she been consistently fashionable, she's created a theme worthy of Effie Trinket herself. All of her dresses have been bright, sparkly, and in fruity colors. I just love it.

At the Los Angeles premiere, she started out with a short orange dress with fun plastic swirls. Then in London she donned a long yellow Bill Blass gown. For the Paris premiere she chose a holographic magenta Marc Jacobs dress, and at the latest premiere in Berlin, Elizabeth went with orange again in a long Elie Saab.

I feel like it's so perfect. I swear Cinna is her stylist.

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London Premiere Fashion

The Hunger Games cast traveled to London for another premiere and they did not disappoint! Check out Jennifer Lawrence and Elizabeth Banks killing it on the red carpet in Ralph Lauren and a backless Bill Blass.

I like that these ladies are creating a color scheme for their premiere wardrobes. Jennifer is wearing metallics in the gold family, while Elizabeth is going for citrus tones. I also like that they're both reminiscent of fire *hint hint.

If you want to read about the premiere, check out this article written by my friend Darci. You can find more "behind the scenes" stuff on her blog. She's studying abroad in London right and went to the premiere at the O2 Arena. Oh, and did I mention that she got to see the VIP screening? Yeah, she's kind of awesome.

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Notable Fashion from The Hunger Games Premiere

It has started! The first premiere for The Hunger Games was held in Los Angeles, which means we're getting closer and closer to the grand release date.

Let's start with Jennifer Lawrence, who completely aced the night in her gold Prabal Gurung gown. It had cutout sides and back, an ultra cool metallic sheen, and some sheer fabric on the shoulders. I love her hair and dark nails, too. She definitely looks like a girl on fire. 

Next up is Elizabeth Banks, who also went for a fiery approach to fashion. Her orange dress featured plastic, circular designs, which I have to admit is growing on me (It's very Effie, no?). The hair, however, I'm not feeling.

Some people are saying that Miley Cyrus stole the night with her cropped top, but I think Jennifer still wins. I like Miley's hair short and I don't hate the outfit, I'm just not sure if the gypsy-esque ensemble was appropriate for the night.

Tributes Glimmer and Foxface, played by Levin Rambin and Jacqueline Emerson, get high marks from me for their colorful gowns. I love how it almost looks like they choose them based off of what would look good with their hair colors. I must say though, with the sparkle and plunging neckline, Levin wins this round.

The fashion surprise of the night was Amandla Stenberg who plays little Rue. She looks adorable and sophisticated at the same time, and I love that green! The cap sleeves are fabulous, as is her 1920s inspired hair. Can I have a bigger version pf this dress for myself?

What were your favorite fashions at the premiere?

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I'm Not in Love with Jennifer Lawrence's Seventeen Photos

Maybe it's because her Glamour shoots were so awesome, but I am not feeling Jennifer Lawrence in April's Seventeen magazine.

 

This is her first cover of Seventeen and it's out during promotion for one of the biggest movies of the year. I get that she grew up near a horse farm, and I love that concept. But what is this?

I don't like the makeup or the styling. Jennifer is a beautiful girl, she should look better than this!

I feel like the only somewhat redeemable photo is the one of her up against the fence post. What do you think of Jennifer Lawrence in Seventeen?

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Jennifer Lawrence is All Over Glamour

Jennifer Lawrence is one lucky lady. Not only did she land the role of Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games movie franchise, but she is the April cover girl for both the American and British versions of Glamour magazine.

Check out some of the photos from the UK spread!

Which is your favorite?

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The Hunger Games is Showing in IMAX

I find this very exciting! I normally don't go for IMAX movies (I can count the amount I've gone to on one hand), but I am on board with this.

I love the idea of The Hunger Games being all up in my face. The story itself is larger than life, so why shouldn't the screen that shows be too? The tickets are going to be about $17, but I think it will be worth it. Would you see The Hunger Games in IMAX?

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What I'm Reading: Catching Fire

Over the weekend I finished the second book in The Hunger Games trilogy, Catching Fire. Since it is a sequel, I don't want to give any plot points in case you want to/are reading the first book.

Instead, I will say that it was awesome, and definitely worth your time and money to continue reading the series. Suzanne Collins stays true to the characters she created and her plot twists had my emotions all over the place. If I ever had any moments of "How is this going to continue?" she shattered them almost instantly.

The movie based on the first book comes out on March 23rd, so if you're planning on reading the series before then, you have some time. This is one of those books that people finish rather quickly. Personally, I like to drag them out so I can hold on to a good thing longer.

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Taylor Swift Debuts Hunger Games Video

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Last night the music video for Taylor Swift and The Civil War's song "Safe & Sound" was released. The lovely ballad is for The Hunger Games soundtrack.

The song already makes me want to shed a tear, but seeing the video really made me want to break down. It's bleak and haunting, and well, down right beautiful. I feel like it really fits the tone of The Hunger Games. Heck, Taylor even looks a bit down-trodden.

Taylor said it's one of her favorite videos and it gave her "chills." And despite being a super Taylor fan, I didn't realize that she wrote the song with The Civil Wars. She said, ""I just knew I wanted it to deal with sort of the empathy, the more sad, bitter-sweet side of the story." I just saw that it was for a movie and completely forgot that she's an amazing songwriter. Sorry, girl.

I love the video, how about you?

New Hunger Games Trailer

Lionsgate released another trailer for The Hunger Games, and as you can imagine I'm freaking out. I am so excited for this movie. Also, Stanley Tucci is in it. I am in love with Stanley Tucci and I want him to be my best friend, so March can't come fast enough.

What I'm Reading: The Hunger Games

There's been a lot of talk about The Hunger Games recently, even though the first book in the trilogy came out in 2008. Why? The movie, of course.

I admit, I didn't really know anything about The Hunger Games. I saw it come up occasionally when being compared to Twilight (all arguments said it was vastly better in all forms), but other than that, nothing. Then I saw this trailer:


Oh my goodness! Are you intrigued? I was. If you didn't watch because you don't want to spoil it for yourself, I'll give you a brief intro. Every year a girl and a boy from each of the twelve districts in the country of Panem (once North America) must participate in the Hunger Games, a televised fight to the death. When her younger sister is chosen, Katniss Everdeen volunteers as tribute to the Games. Cue danger, alliances, survival, and some conflicting emotion towards her District 12 male counterpart.

I devoured this book. It is so amazing I could see why both girls and guys love the series. The characters are so (what's another word for amazing?) spectacular, and the plot kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time.

Half way through the book I wasn't sure how this could turn into a trilogy, but then a couple turn of events convinced me otherwise. I absolutely recommend that you read this book. Believe the hype, they are fantastic. I'm going to pick up the next one this week, so go read it!

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