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Ten Ways to Rock a T-Shirt!

1/24/2015

Are you sick of wearing the same old jeans and t-shirt combo every day?
Well you should be! Your clothes say a lot about you! Do you want them to say, "I look the same as everybody else, and I don't really care too much about my appearance, or how I present myself to the world"?! I hope not!
So! If you're ready to shake it up, and start showing the world your better side, take a look through these ten photos, and see how easily you can turn one of your comfy and cute t-shirts into an awesome looking outfit, perfect for any occasion!

Go retro!
Pair your tee with high-waisted shorts, cheetah leggings, a scarf, and some boots!

Wear your punk rock t-shirt with combat boots and a cheerleader skirt (I found this one at Goodwill) for an awesome and unexpected look!

Upcycle it!
Cut it, sew it, tie it, whatever you gotta do to make something old, new and exciting!

A cute t-shirt with a comfy skirt and a light cardigan make the perfect traveling outfit! Cute and comfortable (you all know how I feel about looking good while traveling!)! (That's me in Lao, drinking the customary alcohol that has dead snakes, spiders and scorpions soaking in it!).

Skinny jean and skate shoe it up!
A really cute casual outfit!

Tie Dye it!
Bring out your inner hippie and give that tee a good dose of nostalgia!

Turn it into a dress!
Me and my sister made these adorable dresses out of two over-sized men's t-shirts.

A t-shirt, shorts, bandana, and chucks, are a summer classic!

Get funky with it!
Pair a t-shirt with a bright skirt, a belt, long funky socks, and heels to look extremely funky and cute!

Fancy it up with a cute skirt in complementing colors, and heels!

I hope you found something you like, and that this gave you a small dose of inspiration for your clothing!
Be sure to post pictures of you in your cute t-shirt outfit to our facebook page to be featured on our "Fans Page"!

Peace Love and T-Shirts
Jess <3

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The Mobile Retail Era: How Have Smartphones Changed the Attitude of Consumers?

1/14/2015

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Hello everybody! Today's post is a little different than what we usually do, but it's something I hope you find interesting! It's called, "How Have Smartphones Changed the Attitude of Customers."

Mobile devices have become a blessing among mobile shoppers by making transactions easier and more efficient. A 2014 Federal Reserve survey revealed that 17% of smartphone owners made a mobile payment in the last 12 months, which was up from the recorded 15% in the previous year. In an interview with US News, Dwolla CEO Ben Mine said that mobile users prefer mobile payments since it's more secure than credit cards. Most transactions on mobile use GPS (global positioning system), allowing the consumer to determine whether the process is legitimate or not.

Whether you’ve successfully launched your small business or just in the planning stages, it’s becoming quite clear that you need to pay attention to your mobile front if you want your business to be a success. Let’s take a look at the factors that led most consumers today to transact through mobile.

It’s all about the attitude.
An article from The Pando Daily gives us detailed statistics on how consumers behave towards mobile retail:

• Consumers choose mobile over PC
Gaming Realms, the company behind mobile gaming websitePocket Fruity, claimed that smartphone and tablet user bases would exceed PC installed bases by the end of 2013, and Pando Daily confirms this. The article said 55% of mobile shoppers tend to click advertisements on iDevices, while the figure rises to 90% for Android users. Shopping is said to be more appropriate on mobile, as the statistics revealed that desktops are more suitable for online dating and playing.

• Spending habits
The article listed the spending habits of mobile shoppers. For every transaction, users tend to spend £50 ($85) on retail goods, £61.25 ($105) on clothing, £121.86 ($209) on car rentals, and £212.34 ($364) on hotels.

Between the two mobile OS, iOS devices yielded more sales across the Europe and in the United States. Meanwhile, Android remained as the “more lucrative shopping platform,” in the rest of the world.

Improved mobile payment services drive more “aggressiveness”
In the mobile commerce industry, revenues are expected to exceed to £6.1 billion ($10.4 billion) across Europe by 2017. This data will be fueling certain efforts to improve retailers’ mobile shopping offerings, making more consumers “aggressive” towards mobile shopping.

The impact of mobile was compounded when PayPal announced its bid to drive more attention to mobile retail by presenting at the E-Commerce Expo. Paypal’s presentation was entitled “Commerce, mobile wallet and the future of Shopping,” which gave the company’s thoughts on the importance of delivering a variety of content to those mobile shoppers. These options are gleaned towards driving more attention, including personalized recommendations, apps, and custom designs.

What the customer wants in “the age of transparency”
Aside from the attitude in purchasing, mobile technology also made significant changes in how consumers choose the commodity they purchase, especially “in the age of transparency.” In a 2013 study by The Futures Company and Kantar Retail, it was revealed that consumers have become more adept to the value of a certain product, looking after the best services/products that are worth their money and time. They prefer these items to be at the lowest possible prices.

Aside from the quality, customers want various options for pick-up or same day delivery. This creates a big challenge for online and physical retailers, as the study said shoppers want these services for free. Thus, retailers are compelled to come up with ways to meet the shoppers’ demands for quality, value, and assurance.

Redefining the core aspects of mobile retail
For retailers, the same study from The Futures Company and Kantar Retail outlined four distinct aspects, allowing them to cater to the ever-changing demands and attitude of shoppers. Here are some of the takeaways:

• Convenience
As mentioned in the previous discussion, convenience refers to delivering quick service, competitive prices, same day delivery, and free pickups.

• Loyalty
Retailers must put themselves in the shoppers’ shoe, the study claims. They must adapt a shopper-centric thinking, and use big data to target the motivations, attitudes, and preferences of shoppers.

• Experience
Redefining the shopping experience becomes more possible through technologies such as in-store mobile apps to direct shoppers to the products they want. This could also be in the form of coupons for discounts and price comparisons.

• Value
Value happens when shoppers look beyond the price of the item, and decide whether their
purchase is a smart decision. The study said the word “smart” is tantamount to three factors – quality, price, and service.

*So what did you think of today's blog? Did you find it interesting? Informational? Helpful? Do you agree? Leave your comments below!

Peace Love and The Mobile Retail Area
Jess <3

*Disclosure*
This is a sponsored post.

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My Top Ten Places to Travel Pt. 7; Beijing, China

1/7/2015

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My Top Ten Places to Travel Pt. 7; Beijing China

Beijing, China is unlike any other place you will ever step foot in; at its surface, it's busy, bustling, and modern. But in the midst of all that, just below the surface, you can almost feel the ancient secrets of a civilization that has lasted, and flourished for thousands of years! It has a kind of ancient magic in the air!
In North America, if you want to take a peek into the past, you would most likely visit places such as Williamsburg, Charleston, or New Orleans. As fun as those places might be, none of them are more than several hundred years old. Beijing on the other hand, is a city that has a history dating back over 3,000 years!
When I was living in Xi'an, China, I was fortunate enough to go to Beijing for my 22nd birthday! It was incredible! So let me take you on a journey, to some of the best places to visit, and sights to see when you're in Beijing (because you ARE going to Beijing at some point in your life right?!!)

The New 7 Wonders of the World; The Great Wall of China

The #1 place you need to visit in Beijing is a no-brainer; the Great Wall!

Not only is the Great Wall in the movie Mulan (Hehe), but it is also one of the New 7 Wonders of the World! I don't want to bore you with a history lesson, but this fantastic work of human architecture is over 13,000 miles long!
All historical facts, and cultural significance aside, this was one of the most breathtaking places I have ever had the pleasure of visiting! It is just so surreal, and magical! It is a must!

The second place I would recommend for you to visit, is the Forbidden City.

The Forbidden City is everything Ancient China. If you want to see traditional Chinese architecture, which in my opinion, is some of the most stunning architecture you will ever see, then this place is a must!
It is the best-preserved imperial palace in China, and the largest ancient palatial structure in the world! It is located right in the center of Beijing.
Here are some pictures I took there!

China Barbie walking down stairs at the Forbidden City

The Forbidden City, Beijing China, Frozen Lake

Take some touristy pictures!

Yea, these might be a little cheesy, but look how FUN!!!
You can find scenes like this set up at touristy locations. We took these at the Forbidden City.

China Barbie. Chinese Royalty?!! :P

China Barbie Touristy Pictures in Beijing, China

Drink Some Tea!

You have never experienced the beauty of tea drinking if you haven't done it in China! In China, drinking tea is a part of life (it's served with meals at restaurants instead of water).
When you're in China you must try this part of their culture!

China Barbie drinking tea in Beijing, China

Take a Ride on the Subway!

The subway in Beijing is INSANE! We took it a lot, and we snapped this picture, and this video of the crazyness!

Have any of you ever been to Beijing before? What did you think? If not, is Beijing now on your list of must visit places?! Comment below and let me know!

Peace Love and Beijing
Jess <3

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How to Jump Start Your New Year!

1/3/2015

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Happy New Year Everybody (and yes, that is me on the skateboard in the picture!)!!!
I hope that 2015 is treating you all very good!

I absolutely adore the beginning of a New Year, but for most people, it's a time that they feel obligated to set some resolutions that they know will be abandoned by the end of February.

But I think, that the beginning of a New Year is special. Yes, technically it is just another day in the many running consecutive days of your life! But! I really feel that it is symbolic. It's a fresh start! Put the past year, and your past troubles and worries behind you, and focus on this exciting, new adventure awaiting you! A brand new year that no one has ever experienced before!

So! Because of this exciting new opportunity that we all have surrounding us, I have in this post lots of inspiration to help you jump start this New Year, and your Life!

So carve out a bit of time that you can devote to relaxing, reading, thinking, and planning! Good luck!!!

My Fiance! Hehe. He's so smart!

In order to take control of your year, and ensure it goes where you want it to, you need to start with a list of goals for the year! No, these are not "resolutions". These are a specific set of goals that you want to accomplish by the end of 2015! Read my article here about the best way to go about it, and get your very own template!

A huge way that you can change and impact your year, is by taking control of your finances! You can find my entire Money Management Course here! There's no better time than now to start saving money!

Check out my book! My "Creating Your Dream Life" Workbook is a wonderful way to kick start your New Year. It is an instant download, so you can start right away! In it you can get all sorts of goal setting templates that you can print out, fill out, and hang on your wall! That's what I do and it's awesome! It also has everything you need to know about setting goals, breaking down your goals, and achieving your goals! I think it is a very important investment to make in yourself, and right now for the New Year, it's on sale for only $9.99! Make the investment in yourself today, I guarantee it will be worth it.

Make (or update) a Bucket List! Check out my post on how to make your very own Bucket List! This is a really fun and positive way to start the New Year!

Clean out at least one room in your house!
Nothin' kick starts good flow and positive vibrations like cleaning out and de-cluttering a room! When you clean a room, it creates a clean mind, and a fresh start!
I've been on a month long purging binge in my room, and it feels fantastic! That is everything I'm getting rid of in the above picture!

Yes, I am a cleaning freak, and I have, at times, been compared to Monica from Friends! So if you're not like me (and Mrs. Bing), and hate cleaning, give it a try! Here's what to do!
1. First, pick a room. Pick a room, any room!
2. Then, get three boxes. Label one "Keep", "Recycle", and "Donate". In the Recycle box, put things that can be recycled such as papers and bottles. Try to keep as much stuff out of landfills as you can! In the Donate box put everything else you don't want. Clothes, books, cds, knick knacks, etc.
3. Go through everything in that room! Top to bottom! Under beds, in drawers, on shelves, and every last book, dvd, and article of clothing!
4. Every item you come across, toss it in one of the three boxes.
5. If you can't make up your mind about something, look at it and think, "When was the last time I wore this/watched this/used this?" If the answer is not in a loooong time, then you probably won't use it again, and it's not worth taking up your precious space!
6. Don't get discouraged if this takes a long time, especially if you're new to this! Getting rid of items can be very scary and emotional for people! So carve out a couple days to do this.
7. Once you have put every item in a box, take the "Recycle" Box, and take it to your local Recycling Area. With the "Donate" Box, there's a couple things you can do with it. I personally, first let my mom and sister go through it and take whatever they want. Then if there's nice clothing left, I take it to Plato's Closet, a local consignment store, and make some money off it! Then all the leftover items I have, I donate to the Thrift Store in my town, where all the proceeds go to charity (Note. Goodwill does not donate to charity). You can donate your items to any thrift store, the Salvation Army, or a homeless shelter! Get creative with it!
8. And now with the "Keep" Box. Take the stuff out, and either put them in another room in your house, or back in the original room. Re-arrange the furniture, and organize everything so that it is easily accessible, and pleasing to look at!
9. See? Don't you feel good?!!

I thought you guys could use a little cuteness, courtesy of my fiance and some puppies we know!

So what are you waiting for?! Jump start your New Year today! You are the only one in charge of your life, only you can make a change, and make yourself happy! Take control today!!!

Peace Love and The New Year
Jess <3

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Ten Ways to Rock a T-Shirt!

The Mobile Retail Era: How Have Smartphones Changed the Attitude of Consumers?

My Top Ten Places to Travel Pt. 7; Beijing, China

The #1 place you need to visit in Beijing is a no-brainer; the Great Wall!

The second place I would recommend for you to visit, is the Forbidden City.

Take some touristy pictures!

Drink Some Tea!

Take a Ride on the Subway!

How to Jump Start Your New Year!

I'm China Barbie!

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