whowhatwear.com - fashion brand names history!

bloggers -- i highly suggest taking a few minutes to click and check out the link above. if you're intrigued or into fashion in general, even lightly skimming, this article is a must.
it tells you the inside explanations of well-known, famous fashion brands & how they got their unique names. some examples...

- ASOS - was originally called "as seen on screen", but legally switched the brand name to ASOS because the customers & followers of the clothing lines frequently abbreviated the brand name to "ASOS".
- alice + olivia - the fashion line was created by two former classmates at a university in 2002, who decided to name their brand after their mothers names, alice & olivia.
- (& my person favorite) - BCBG - max azria named his brand for the phrase, "bon chic, bon genre," which means "good style, good attitude." this title was intended to embody european sophistication & american spirit.

... there are plenty more of these intriguing explanations in the article (click on link above), including ralph lauren, rage & bone, burberry, etc. enjoy!!

alright fall fashionistas (sorry boys, this post is definitely more focused towards girlies), listen up! i challenge you all to find a big, warm, patterned scarf to pair with any simple outfit! fun, bulky scarves are the way to vamp up any fall ensemble, along with staying warm in the chilly months ahead! there are so many different ways to wear them, so be sure to play around with them! go for a bright one if you're wearing more of a neutral outfit & more of a plain if the rest of our clothes are vibrant! check out this link for more ideas! https://www.pinterest.com/search/pins/?q=fall%20fashion%20scarves&term_meta%5B%5D=fall%7Ctyped&term_meta%5B%5D=fashion%7Ctyped&term_meta%5B%5D=scarves%7Ctyped 

okay people. big news. i have found the best burger joint in town. i went to "hops burger bar" in greensboro last saturday night with my parents & my life has not been the same since. to be honest, i am not a huge burger fan, so i was fairly tentative to try this place. however, i can sternly say that i have never tasted better wings, fries & most importantly burgers thus far in my life. the restaurant is a hole-in-the-wall type of place, but was incredibly crowded when we ventured in last weekend. with an hour and a half wait, the three of us decided to stick it out & grabs a seat at the bar to wait in the energetic & unique atmosphere. one beer turned into two & appetizers were ordered. i love spicy food, so i chose the buffalo wings... best. buffalo. sauce. ever. & we also went with some parmesan fries. the beer list (along with mixed drinks) is extensive & local, adding more draw to this place. once we were seated, we ordered our next course: burgers. i chose the "diablo" which consisted of guacamole, jalapeños, pepper jack cheese & then the usual burger fixings. once i had my first bite, i was in awe & i was hooked. my parents & i all completely finished our burgers (& more fries), all with goofy grins plastered to our faces, in complete bliss. so, moral of this short rant, is that everyone & anyone should go to hops burger bar. they have turkey burgers, chicken patties, & various veggie burger options as well. here is the link below to their website & be sure to check out their menu! you will not be disappointed! http://www.hopsburgerbar.com/

this time last year, i had the privilege of attending oktoberfest in munich, germany. while i was studying abroad in florence, italy last fall, i was fortunate enough to travel to many different cities & countries. however, i must say that weekend i spent in munich was one for the books & an experience like nothing i have encountered before. i spent the weekend exploring the beautifully unique city & of course, attending the oktoberfest festivals. time sure does fly by & i wish i had the ability to relive my time in munich. maybe i will be lucky enough to venture back to oktoberfest in the future? wishful thinking!

happy autumn! october is breast cancer awareness month! each year, this month can be viewed as way to boost awareness of the awful disease & increase campaigning & proceeds to work towards a cure! my sorority on campus, zeta tau alpha's philanthropy is breast cancer education & awareness. so, each october, we have a week that we call "think pink week" in which we host and support various events in hope to raise money & awareness of breast cancer. if you are on campus, keep an eye out for events that the zetas will be hosting and promoting! also, click on the link below that will take you to the national breast cancer awareness site to learn more about how to help the cause!
http://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-awareness-month

following up on my last post regarding delicious monkey bread, i thought i would post next about another snack/meal that could be created and eaten later on in the day. after enjoying the sweet & sticky monkey bread, why not make cheesy pizza rolls to satisfy your savory cravings? i am a huge fan of pizza & when i saw this quick & easy recipe, i am determined to try & create these bad boys myself. below is the link to the recipe & click on the "fb" section at the top of the article, to be taken to "12 tomatoes" facebook page to few the short video of the step by step creation of the pizza rolls. maybe try this recipe out this weekend with friends? i know i want to! yum!

http://12tomatoes.com/pizza-rolls/?utm_source=12t-12t&utm_medium=social-fb&utm_term=090415&utm_content=link&utm_campaign=pizza-rolls&origin=

happy tuesday! one of my best friends posted the link below on my facebook wall this morning. viewing this mouthwatering, short video was one of the first things i did after waking up & i need to share it with you. i personally am such a foodie & my friends & i have become obsessed with these quick videos that show how to create delicious snacks and meals. i love that social media & internet videos are being used to teach viewers how to cook & create yummy creations. below is a step by step breakdown on how to make incredible monkey bread. i agreed to make this with my friend who originally showed me, this sunday afternoon, as a fun treat. does anyone else drool over food like this? check out "12 tomatoes" on facebook (you can find it through the link below) & check out their videos - all filled with incredibly yummy meals! enjoy!

http://12tomatoes.com/monkey-bread/?utm_source=12t-12t&utm_medium=social-fb&utm_term=091215&utm_content=link&utm_campaign=monkey-bread&origin=12t_12t_social_fb_link_monkey-bread_091215

i am getting incredibly excited for fall weather & most important the fashion that comes with it. it was clear that this school week marked the first week of fall. with the air becoming more crisp & it getting much chiller at night, i would say fall may be coming in full swing. i adore comfy & big sweaters in neutral colors & i am looking forward to taking them out from months of storage and wearing them. layering various things with big sweaters makes a comfy yet trendy look. click or copy the link below & it will take you to a simple Pinterest page that will give you ideas on how to wear your fall sweaters!







https://www.pinterest.com/search/pins/?q=oversized%20fall%20sweaters&term_meta%5B%5D=fall%7Ctyped&term_meta%5B%5D=sweaters%7Ctyped&term_meta%5B%5D=oversized%7Cguide%7Cword%7C1&add_refine=oversized%7Cguide%7Cword%7C1

this week is "greek week" for students on campus that are a part of greek life! each night we partake in various activities such as "olympic games" & gain points depending on what place we each come in! anyone is welcome to come and watch, especially this saturday morning in vert stadium! at 11am, each team with compete in a lip sync competition, to potentially win the most points offered throughout the week! it will most definitely be entertaining & i'm sure all of greek life will appreciate your support! 

a fan of crepes? penny path cafe is a must. their selection of delicious crepes ranges from savory to sweet. this spot is authentic & unique, with a relaxed atmosphere & workers. need a place to get breakfast on saturday mornings? penny cafe is where to go!

looking for a new place to hike & go on an adventure? hanging rock park is the place to go. i have been multiple times with friends & each time i go, i thoroughly enjoy the nature around me & the views at the top. it usually takes about 30 minutes to reach the top of the mountain & it is completely worth the workout & wait! click on this link to get directions & find out more info! http://www.ncparks.gov/

i like to begin each day with these two words: good vibes. as silly & simply as they may be, i believe that a positive attitude can be everything. choosing to be easy going, confident & tenacious in most aspects in life, most definitely pays off. so, each day, i challenge you to start off thinking, "good vibes"!

hi there!

my name is charlotte kinard! i've decided to make this blog a smorgasbord of my thoughts, interests & news in the word that particularly grabs my attention. i hope that through this blog, you will get to know me better & learn a few things about a lot of things in the process. talk to you soon!