I was going to film a video for this week but I honestly didn't know what to film. I was thinking, maybe a tag video would do, but my brain wasn't quite up for it. I want my videos to be entertaining and interesting, and filming them half-heartedly is not what I want to do. A video schedule is not something I have at the moment so I will try to upload when I can.
First thing happened a couple of days ago: In The Flesh was cancelled by BBC 3. I can't express how disappointed I am at this decision. It was truly an amazing show, and the fandom fought very hard to promo it to others and make sure it won the polls from various platforms. To be frank, it kind of sucks considering we were left off at a very dramatic cliff-hanger; now we will never know why they were digging up Amy's body, or what Siren will become. There has been the tag #renewintheflesh floating around Twitter and Tumblr lately, and people are trying to get other networks to notice the show and pick it up. As much as I would absolutely love for that to happen, it is quite unlikely. RIP In The Flesh, you were a fantastic show while you lasted.
On the theme of TV shows, Agent Carter premiered early this month and I am IN LOVE. I've always loved culture from the 1900s and the show combines that with the kickass-ery of the MCU. Hayley Atwell is the perfect Peggy Carter, and the other incredible actors compliment her so well. So far only three episodes have come out and apparently only eight in total are going to come out. A HUGE fingers-crossed that the network orders more episodes because it is a really great show. Besides, I can't have another show die out on me; first The Carrie Diaries, Selfie, and now In The Flesh. Argh :-/
I've been watching yet another show this month but I want to save it for my monthly favourites! If you know me then you'll probably know what it is ;-)
Yesterday I had a free day to myself so I went around doing some shopping. I don't care to admit how much I actually bought (eep - lots of nail polish!) but maybe I'll do a haul video in the next coming weeks?
Ok, gosh, there is ANOTHER show I've been watching this month, I've just remembered. My lips are sealed for now!
A couple days ago I watched a Meghan Rosette Q&A video where she said she wasn't quite happy with how her channel was; she didn't want to just stick to the beauty and fashion genre. I got me thinking about how I wanted to present my posts and videos. I suppose I don't go into any particular category but I'm actually fine with that. I want to do a bit of everything because I have so many interests and it's fun to try out different things.
Lastly I changed my Tumblr url from icygirl.tumblr.com to runcold.tumblr.com. I haven't been as active as I was during winter break but I do go on every day to reblog a little!
Not much of a post today - my thoughts are all over the place - but just a little update on what's been going on my screen. That's all for today and I'll be back next week! x
It's time for my October favourites! October was a pretty chill month; the weather got colder (as I keep mentioning), I made a ukelele during CAS week and my family and I went to Japan during half-term break.
Again, like last month, I'm starting with the biggest favourite of October: a TV show. It's called 'In The Flesh' and it's a BBC Three show. A friend introduced it to me a few weeks back and I've lost my head over it. The show is about zombies (Partially Deceased Syndrome sufferers) but it doesn't contain the typical gory element. It has a very original plot with a realistic insight on problems that people face today (depression, suicide etc).
There are a whole range of characters; you have your tormented individuals, a few bad guys, the supportive ones, the not-so supportive ones. I really do think Luke Newberry is a good actor, and he portrays Kieren Walker well. I don't want to spoil anymore because I want you guys to watch it for yourselves :)
But I just have to say Simon and Kieren have been aded to my ongoing list of OTPs, alongside April and Andy, and Captain Swan.
ITF only has two seasons and it's on the verge of cancellation, which would suck since they left season 2 off with a cliffhanger. If you watch the show already, continue to spread round #saveintheflesh, and if you're new to it go watch it and go give it some love and support.
I would also like to add 'American Horror Story' to this months favourites. I'm usually not that into the horror genre but I guess the Halloween spirit has gotten to me! 'Asylum' was a particularly good season, and I'm excited for what 'Freak Show' has to bring. So far Twisty has a very deranged sense of fun, with all the kid-kidnapping and whatnot.
I remember last Winter when I obsessed over Union J. I supported them through their X-Factor journey and when their album came out I immediately purchased the deluxe edition. As the year went on my passion for the boyband died down. For some reason watching ITF got me back into them. Possibly because Luke Newberry looks a bit like George Shelley, and ITF and Union J are both English... They came out with a new single 'You Got It All' last week but my favourite track has to be 'Where Are You Now' from their first album. I feel like it reflects the whole Siren OTP right now because it's on that 50/50 line. Anything that connects to my OTPs is good!
2. 'Midnight Kiss' - Propellers
I found this gem hidden in one of the 8tracks playlists I was listening to a while back. It's one of those songs that you can't help bobbing your head along to. Finding this song to download was a problem because I couldn't find the band on iTunes - it's possible they don't have one. But back to the point: really good song with both thumbs up from me.
3. 'Thinking Out Loud' - Ed Sheeran
Wow. If you've seen the music video for this track, you'll know what I mean. The dancing is flawless and Ed Sheeran surprised me; all this time I thought he was just a guy with a guitar. Apparently not! Great song with a beautiful music video to accompany it.
4. Gabrielle Aplin
'English Rain' has been on constant shuffle while I've been studying or sleeping. It has a nice, relaxing vibe to it with soothing tunes and poetic lyrics. My favourites out of the album are 'Please Don't Say You Love Me', 'November' and 'Panic Cord'.
Other favourites
1. This necklace
I found this rose gold A necklace online and bought it because a. A for Andy and April and b. I'm still into simple chain necklaces! The rose gold makes it very dainty and it stands out from the typical gold and silver.
2. Barley tea
Months ago I discovered barley tea in City Super and it immediately became my favourite drink. They stopped selling it a while after and I was like aw. In Japan, however, it was available everywhere. It has a rice-like flavour to it with a sweet aftertaste, slightly similar brown rice tea.
3. This purse
I purchased this Rip Curl Pharaoh purse from Zalora after my old one broke and I'm quite impressed with it. It's roomy enough to fit all my things but isn't bulky at all. I really like the design that's pressed onto the front; it's decorative and simple. Zalora shipping only took a couple of days and the quality of the purse is good. I would recommend Zalora because they sell brands that are not easily accessible in HK, they have a wide range of products and shipping is free over $150!
4. Maybelline Baby Lips Electro in 'Oh! Orange!'
Two of the Electro Baby Lips are now available in Hong Kong. The Maybelline stalls have started selling 'Pink Shock' and 'Oh! Orange!'. Being an avid consumer of Baby Lips, I was eager to get my hands on 'Oh! Orange!'. The colour of it may seem overwhelming but on the lips it is a nice coral-y tint. It's a perfect product for someone who can't commit to bold colours and needs a moisturising product (aka yours truly), and for $29 this tinted lip balm can't be beat.
I love writing these posts so much, I've already started thinking about next months favourites! Anyways, have a good day and I'll see you next week xx
