I have to admit I was somewhat obsessed with The Hills. I mean, c'mon...the pretty ladies, dressed up partying and lunching their days away in L.A, what a life! Not to mention the boys, the drama... it was one of the original and (still is, in my opinion) best "reality" TV shows.
In the back of my head I always questioned just how real it all was and when I saw Lauren's nails suddenly change colour, after simply walking through a door, I was faced with a sad reality - confirmation of what I suspected, that it probably wasn't very real at all.
But still, I watched, and was fascinated by the stories and in particular Lauren. Even though much of it was fake, watching her grow up from her Laguna days wasn't. Over the years we got to see her style develop and witnessed her transform from a relaxed, beach going girl next door to a woman with an enviable wardrobe and a chic, elegant personal style.
I like to collect coffee table books and use them for decoration around my apartment, so in a bit of a fan-girl moment not too long ago, I decided to buy her two books, 'Style' and 'Beauty'. I hadn't purchased them earlier since I figured there wouldn't be great deal for me to take from them. I was actually pleasantly surprised that there are some great tips and useful ideas. There's plenty of step by step photo guides for hair and beauty and while much of it probably isn't stuff you didn't know, it is nice just to flip through. You can see that she has a genuine interest in the both fashion and beauty and has made a huge effort for her books to be useful, not merely a means to cash in on her star status. They do make pretty additions to my book stacks, too.
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so great :)
ReplyDeleteThey do look pretty stacked and I love your pure white candlesticks. I don't have any of her books but was a fan of the Hills and picked up Whitney's book last month from the £1 shop!
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One pound! What a bargain! I didn't actually know Whitney had a book, is it good? x
DeleteI love her and her style! I don't have either of her books, but I do find myself on her website from time to time, I agree that it seems like she really tries to post useful things and isn't just cashing in on her fame.
ReplyDeleteYes, her website is really good, I check it sometimes too. Always see the tutorials all over Pinterest as well! x
DeletePretty pics, I really want to get her books she seems genuine :)
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Yes I was always a fan when she was in the Hills xx Never have thought about buying her books tho until I read your post xx I love the way she has her long wavey hair xx so jealous xx
ReplyDeleteUrghhh I know, her hair is awesome isn't it! My hair just goes straight about an hour after making it wavy like that. Doesn't even matter what products I use! Dang it!! :(
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I do really like coffee table books - and I've always found Lauren completely fascinating - may have to look these up! x
ReplyDeleteI have been a Lauren fan since her LB days! The Hills was one of my guilty pleasures too ( I still get the DVD's out sometimes)! I've had her style book for a while now and I got her Beauty book for Christmas! I actually enjoyed them and I love flicking through them for the pictures!
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Oooh I wish I had the DVDs to watch! I might see if I can download the series somewhere of pick up a box set cheap on ebay for a little nostalgia! :)
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I have both her books, I prefer the beauty one though! What do you think of cupcakes and cashmere? xxx
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LC has such amazing style and beauty tips. I love these books. xx. McKenna Lou
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I have these on my coffee table too :) I did go off her and the show but when it comes to style I can't fault her xx
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Like you, I was in denial for a long time regarding the "realness" of the show. Either way I was hooked : ) I have never seen her books before but I did just get two tops from her fashion collection at Khols. I love them! It's too cold here now to wear them, but I can't wait for spring! Here style is really nice!
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I have both of these books and was exactly the same as you! There's some good tips, especially her beauty book that I've been flicking through lately.
ReplyDeleteI love your print btw- gorgeous! Love the way you decorate.
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I have her style book which I love - am tempted to get the beauty book now!
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LC is my idol too! :)
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I love Lauren, always have and probably always will lol! Fake reality show or not she comes across as such a nice & genuine person and very deserving of her success. And she's GORGEOUS!! Major Girl Crush!
ReplyDeleteI have the 'Style' book and received the 'Beauty' book for Christmas...oh and I decorate with mine too :)
This sounds like an entertaining read... I laughed at the "nail polish changing colors when she walked through a door"! Beautiful photos too :)
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I love The Hills, Lauren and Whitney were my favourites! Both these books sound lovely, they've gone on my amazon wish list xx
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These books are made for you! :))
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the books look pretty cool, i've never been a huge fan of the hills but I guess it's because I never found the time to watch the full seasons from the beginning ;)
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Book looks so interesting :) I follow you now :)
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I've loved LC since Laguna Beach! So happy to see her success grow over the years :-)
ReplyDeleteaww i love this post! super cute xx kat
ReplyDeletethose decorative sculptures are super gorgeous! love the overall aesthetic in your room too - and of course love to read lauren conrad's book too!
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I'm actually watching these books on Ebay x
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