Thursday, August 19, 2010

Take a Chance & Don't Ever Look Back

For the past two weeks or so, I haven't been able to stop listening to Katy Perry's newest single, Teenage Dream. It's catchy, it's cute, it's perfect to sing along to in the car. Once I saw the music video, I fell even more in love with the song. I adore Katy, as I find her to be quirky and sweet; she can pull off over-the-top without being obnoxious. But I have to say, she looks so much better when she goes au naturel. In the video, Katy swaps out the neon wigs, funky nails, and sequined Daisy Dukes for minimal makeup, Raybans and hair blowing in the wind. When it comes to rounding out the perfect summertime look, that's essentially all you really need, if you ask me. The video is just as fun and summery as the song is; watching it never fails to make me want to hit the road in a convertible, headed to the beach (which, coincidentally, is exactly what I did this past weekend -- hence my latest city guide -- convertible and all). I'd be surprised if this video doesn't make you want to throw a spontaneous dance party right there on the beach, splashing around in the ocean and jumping into the arms of a guy as hot as the one Katy's got here (admittedly the only thing missing from my beach weekend). He is DEFINITELY a looker... the cherry on top of one of my new favorite music videos. By the way, I think it's worth mentioning that the first time I saw this video was when it premiered on MTV. Nice to see a music channel actually playing music videos for once. Just saying!



Thoughts? Or are you already halfway out the door, headed for the beach?

On a side note, I won't be updating for the next few days, as I'm taking a weekend trip to Dallas... But make sure to keep up with me on TWITTER & BLOGLOVIN! xo

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14 comments:

Couture Carrie said...

Love this song!

xoxox,
CC

Heather said...

Don't like the song, but the video's cute. And yeah, she looks so much better without looking like a neon rainbow puked on her. Love the photo you posted. :)

Carla said...

Love your blog!
xx

Redhead In Law

Abi said...

I'm not able to watch the video "in my region" but it must be a catchy tune for you to listen non-stop!

Unknown said...

Great Blog :D Cute video and the song touched a chord definitely could do with some of what Katy is having ;)

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Daisy said...

It is a cool song. I love Santa Monica beach by the way. I always go there lol

Love.
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ari said...

love her natural better! she is sooo beautiful!u

Unknown said...

lovethis song too x

Cafe Fashionista said...

Definitely one of my favorite songs right now!! :)

Unknown said...

This song is great, I love Katty P. !
Xxx
Colette N.

Daiana said...

love the song! katy can pull off so many different looks!

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Paint it Black said...

She is fabulous love this song xoxo

la petite fashionista said...

cute video & song! brings back high school memories! So jealous you spent your weekend riding up the coast in a convertible :) love your city guide to santa monica; i'd love to visit!

Joie de Viv said...

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this song and thanks for sharing th video! I think KP looks much prettier more natural in this video and a lot like Zooey Dechanel with the bangs & bun. Love it! Following you now!

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