My Version: Thuryah.
My Version chats to stars and people of influence to give a glimpse into their time as a teen and see the things they are currently obsessed with!
Say hello to artist, Thuryah, who has just released her new debut EP, poetry i don’t write.
Obsessed RN.
Currently bingeing:
Ugly Betty! I grew up watching bits and pieces of it as a kid and now watching it in full has been so much fun. It’s probably one of my favourite shows of all time and my early 2000s fix 🙏🏽
Song on repeat:
The Man with the Axe by Lorde. I never realised how beautiful it was when it first came out so now it’s what I’m listening to non-stop. There’s something so mystical and beautiful about its melody, especially the bridge!
Favourite Insta account to follow:
I’ve always loved following Bella Hadid. I think she’s one of the few big time celebrities who not only use her platforms to celebrate their work but to talk about important movements around the world which I really admire.
Must have beauty product:
I love Paula's Choice 2% BHA Lotion Exfoliant! I put it on after I’ve washed my face and genuinely I really feel like this is what helps keep my skin clear. It’s a miracle worker.
The item of clothing I’m definitely over wearing:
I have these big baggy denim jeans that are super faded and have honestly been worn to death. I think it’s time to say goodbye to the baggy style for me.
Currently reading:
Madison Beer’s Memoir, The Half of It! I’ve always been such a huge fan of her since I was a teenager so reading her memoir has been so eye-opening to me to learn about how she navigated fame and the music industry from such a young age. It’s honestly a really inspiring read.
Snacking on:
I love some Tostitos Lime Corn Chips. My boyfriend always buys them for me and I finish them within the hour.
Can’t stop watching on TikTok:
Honestly, Gilmore Girl edits?? I’ve watched the show maybe 6 times starting from when I was a kid so I definitely have found my dream niche on TikTok.
Dreaming of:
Summer break! Would do anything to just lay on the grass in the sun right now.
Next place on the list to travel to:
Prague! My dad visited a few weeks ago and the photos he sent back genuinely look like they are from Beauty and the Beast. The architecture is truly a fairytale.
I’m currently inspired by:
Hairstyles from the early 2000s romcom era! I’ve caught myself many times trying to replicate them, they’re so fun and classy I just love them.
My favourite way to relax is:
Honestly, just going outside. I spend most the day inside a building so whenever I do go outside for a break I just instantly feel so refreshed and like a person again lol
I stay healthy by:
Gymming and making sure I sleep early enough to get in my 8 hours! I fail constantly but these are my two main things I try stick to 🙈
When I was younger…
One thing I love about Gen-Z is:
I love how unapologetically ourselves we are. We strive to make change and are trying our hardest to live in a world where we are all heard.
If I could give my teenage self one bit of advice, what would it be:
Don’t be too hard on yourself about your looks! You are only a teenager and once these few years pass, I promise you will be even more beautiful as a woman and all those things you were insecure about as a teen will rarely cross your mind as an adult ❤. Just enjoy being a teenage girl there’s truly nothing like it.
My favourite part of being a teenager was:
The amount of time I had to just fangirl about my favourite artists. I used to have a One Direction fan account and some of my best memories were just fangirling over them with my friends!
My first job was:
Coffee Runner!
My dream job as a teen was:
Being a singer…👀
Best piece of advice I ever received as a teen was:
You will never be able to control how others think of you but you can always control your reaction to them.
My biggest fashion faux-pas was:
Wearing all black 24/7! As much as I love a chic black look I really did not wear ANY colour as a teenager and I really wish I found the courage to step out of that phase and not be afraid to try something new.
My biggest inspiration was:
Ariana Grande! 2016 Ari was everything to me and low key still is. I longed for her confidence and ability to just wear and look however she wanted, as a teen that’s very hard to achieve so I always looked up to her for it 🩷
