New finds

It was a lovely day in Vancouver yesterday worthy of a trip to Yaletown with Eric. We stopped by "The Cross" and for thoes of you that have not been there - it is filled with romantic furniture, unique trinkets for around the home and some great reading. The whole store is very Baroque with a modern indie feel. I could spend hours in that store and rack up every credit card I am able to have under my name. You should go!

Luckily, I didn't have to leave empty handed! I nabbed this great gold tray for the living room coffee table and "The Selby" book by Todd Selby, everytime I come across the book I always tell myself "ok ill get it next time!", it was finally "next time"!!!

Luster

1. Thakoon Addition Asymmetric chunky-knit oversized sweater $460
2. Kenneth Jay Lane 22-karat gold-plated oversized necklace $150
3. Nixon 42-20 Chrono stainless steel watch $450
4. Donna Karan Merino wool-blend mini skirt $495
5. Mulberry Carter suede shoulder bag $1,400
6. Camilla Skovgaard Leather wedge ankle boots $600

Fall beginings

1. Vince Rugby striped wool-blend sweater $295
2. Citizens of Humanity Avedon stretch-corduroy skinny pants $170
3. Isabel Marant All The Midnight in the World Swarovski crystal necklace $175
4. Jimmy Choo Youth leather biker boots $895
5. Lanvin Trousee quilted leather shoulder bag $1,090

Fire in my new shoes

Can you believe it? Fall is in less than 20 days away!! I know I shouldn't be too excited since Vancouver litter ally just started summer a few weeks ago and I really am enjoying the sunshine and warmth....but I have to admit... knit sweaters and booties are calling my name!



Becca at my work showed up in a great pair of black booties from H&M and obviously I had to make a trip over there to get my hands on a pair. I get there, sold out. NO EFFING WAY THEY'RE SOLD OUT! I knew that someone must have been hiding a pair somewhere in the store so I spent 15 minutes looking for every hiding spot there could be and wouldn't ya know it... I found the last pair of black booties size 8. MINE!!!




Also hard to believe, I do not own a pair of classic patent black pumps. Well, now I do! Not to mention I got them for 60% off at The Bay - The Bay always has great gems like these :)

Nearly Here

1. James Perse Loose-fit long-sleeve T-shirt $55
2. See by Chloé Double-breasted wool coat $995
3. Alexander Wang Jane zip-detailed leather tote $760
4. See by Chloé Houndstooth wool leather drawstring pants $340
5. Chloé Mountain canvas and suede wedge boots $650

Girl Time

I always cherish the moments I have with my girls, especially since the times I get to see them is a long and far between. I finally got to see them during Eva's birthday lunch at our favorite sushi spot Akasaka!! Among our adventurous sushi rolls we did the usual gab that I'm certain annoyed everyone around us - great movies, stupid boys, embarrassing moments, shopping and Ryan Gossling!!!! I can't wait to see them again soon :)

What I'm wearing: Club Monaco "Loren" top, Club Monaco "Lina" pants, Aldo sandals, Alexander Wang "Millie" bag, Club Monaco sunglasses, Guess men's watch, DIY bracelets

Join the club

1. Club Monaco Vest Repurposed Vintage customized by the Club Monaco design team
2. Club Monaco Erica sweatshirt
3. Club Monaco Caroline canvas bucket bag $69
4. MiH Jeans Miami rigid-denim cut-off shorts $155
5. Reed Krakoff Ankle cuff leather flat sandals $595
6. Chan Luu Beaded leather bracelet $105

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Club Monaco SPRING SALE!

Oh how I just love the day that I go into work and there are massive markdowns in place! Tuesday was that very day and there are over 60 new markdowns!! Here are a few of my must have markdown accesosires that I will definetly be getting my hands on soon.

1. Caroline canvas bucket bag $69
2. Linen feed bags $9
3. Multi coin necklace $49
4. Tara scarves $49

shes on a rampage

1. Theory Jenma leather playsuit $755
2. Yves Saint Laurent Chyc leather clutch $650
3. Christian Louboutin Belle 100 glossed-python ankle boots$1,695
4. Lulu Frost 100 Year embellished brass necklace $2,000

SPOTLIGHT: Size Five Please

My lovely friend Tara introduced me to this great gem of a site created by her co-worker April. Let me introduce you to "Size Five Please".

Size Five Please debuted this year and is an online consignment shopping site for designer clothing!! After perusing over all of the great goodies she has to offer I will definetly be swooning over them for days on end! (I NEED the Rag & Bone booties :) )

The shop carries designers such as Balenciaga, Twenty8Twelve, Chloe, Givency and even the latest Isabel Marant collection! April has created a rating system that you can find on her website which determines the condition that each peice is sold in ranging from "Mint Condition" (never worn) to "Vintage" (damaged beyond repair).

A few peices that I must have!


Are you as excited as I am?!?! Check out her site HERE!

(All photos taken from Size Five Please)

embellished pants - how can you not?

1. Giambattista Valli Satin-trimmed velvet tuxedo jacket $3,085
2. Dolce & Gabbana Paillette-embellished tulle pants $475
3. Rick Owens Long-sleeved cotton-jersey T-shirt $290
4. Jimmy Choo Cosmic suede pumps $695
5. Miu Miu Matelassé leather clutch $470

On a day like today

1. By Malene Birger Milena bead-embellished crepe top $495
2. Gucci Saddle woven-paneled leather bag $1,880
3. Diane von Furstenberg Weaver suede open-toe boots $440
4. Chan Luu Gold-plated braided leaf bracelet $145
5. Acne Romantic wool midi skirt $660

Who are you wearing

1. Acne Velocite shearling oversized aviator jacket $2,480
2. McQ Zip-detailed skinny cotton pants $465
3. J.Crew plaid checked stretch-cotton shirt $78
4. Swedish Hasbeens T Strap leather clog shoes $250
5. John Hardy Kali Arus set of two sterling silver rings $250
6. Yves Saint Laurent Roady leather and metallic shoulder bag $1,895

Lets fly away

1. Acne Rita shearling aviator jacket $1,200
2. Kain Joan jersey dress $130
3. Chloé Leather ankle boots $430
4. BCBG floral tiara headband $68
5. Lanvin Amalia Cabas Large leather tote $910

Comforting

1. Stella McCartney Oversized alpaca-blend sweater $1,585
2. Giles & Brother Hook 10-karat gold-plated cuff $115
3. Alexander Wang Marti leather backpack $850
4. J.Crew Flair wool skirt $130
5. Swedish Hasbeens Combat leather buckled lace-up boots $270

STOP! Has your makeup expired??

Ever wonder if your makeup is still good? I know I do, especially when I open my masacar tube and the wand smells like funky metal *shutter*... I remember a few years ago I came across a post from the writers at Marie Claire Magazine that was very helpful! Heres a bit of education for yall!

Marie Claire explains: The expiration dates begin from the time you first open these products not from the time they are made.

Powders and shadows: 2 years
Cream shadows: 12 to 18 months
Foundation: 1 year
Lipstick & lipliner: 1 year
Mascara & eyeliners: 3 months

I recommend writing down the expiration date directly on the product so you'll never forget!

Good things come

1. Etoile Isabel Marant Mati open-knit mohair-blend sweater $205
2. Reed Krakoff Boxer 1 leather tote $1,090
3. Current/Elliott The Boyfriend low-rise cropped jeans $185
4. John Hardy Set of three sterling silver bracelets $595
5. Elizabeth and James Wilda suede ankle boots $350

Vintage Cola straw holder

What a great find! While on my walk to Moody Beads a few hours with Eric we made a quick stop at the Salvation Army and look what we found - a vintage Coca Cola straw holder for only $4!! It definetly completed the experience of making milkshakes at home :).

Moody Composition

1. Stella McCartney Fringed chunky-knit wool-blend cardigan $1,295
2. James Perse Cotton-jersey racer-back tank $65
3.Alexander Wang Diego rhodium-studded leather and calf-hair bucket bag $820
4. Maison Martin Margiela Cuffed leather shorts $1,395
5. Philippa Holland 22-karat gold-plated bat skull ring $1,010
6. Burberry Prorsum Square-toe leather wedges $950

All photos taken from www.net-a-porter.com

The first step to change

I'm typically the one in the group to be extremely organized, and when I say "extremely" I don't mean "very". I mean I take all extreme measures to organize my life!

I hit a slump for a few months where I would only place important info into my phone but then my shitty iPhone started to crash every now and then (thanks Apple for your defective chips). After a while I stopped making note of anything important - which was totally not me.

After having lunch with my friend Ovey, which was full of positive energy it pepped me into a mood where I wanted to change. I didn't know WHAT I wanted to change all I knew is it had to be done. I stopped at Chapters and knew the first thing I need to buy - a planner.

I purchased one of their new editions Moleskin planners in the large size and a few task titled sticky notes and I felt set.

Writing ideas and events down seems more productive than typing it into a phone, don't you agree? Now that I've taken the first step to "change", I'm still waiting on what my next step is.... I'll keep you posted.


1. Weekly Soft Cover Planner - 18 month Large - Black $25
2. Set of 3 Sticky Pads - Tasks $8
3. Post-It Assorted Ultra Notes $5

shniff

Stella McCartney Striped wool and cashmere-blend sweater $555
Current/Elliott 'The Boyfriend' corduroy straight-leg pants $165
Church's Sally leather penny loafersm $485
Alexander Wang Eugene leather shoulder bag $795
Marc by Marc Jacobs Brass mouse ring $80

All photos taken from www.net-a-porter.com

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Shared Links

Thanks to Tess and Brit at Belle Époque 21 I was happy to come across a link they shared on their facebook page which was a fabulous DIY for a chain link bracelet! I knew I had to try it immediately and jetted off to Michaels for all the materials I needed. I got 3 different chains and 2colors of suede cord. I can't wait to make bracelets all weekend for myself and friends!!

To see the DIY instructions from Everything Fabulous click HERE.

new pieces

*Sigh*... I am so thrilled every time I pick up a new piece of jewelery to add to the collection. Not because my collection is the first sparkly thing I see when I wake up but because it means NEW OUTFITS! I truly believe that any piece of accessory will transform an outfit in many different ways. Whether or not I'm bored of my silk button up blouse and denim shorts I can add many different necklaces to create a completely different look, ergo... new outfit!

Here are some of my latest jewelery pieces :)

BCBG stone necklace



BCBG metal elastic bracelet





Club Monaco "Marquis" necklace

turn it up a notch

Willow Underwired corset $495
Chloé Wide-leg wool-gabardine pants $695
Christian Louboutin Bibi 140 suede platform pumps $795
Retrosun Vintage Vienna Line sunglasses $275
Gucci 18-karat gold bamboo bracelet $2,495
Missoni Woven chain bangle $350

All photos taken from www.net-a-porter.com

newest editions to the nail polish clan

EEEEEEE!!!! New polish! Yesterday during a weekly (*cough, monthly)* trip to the grocery store I couldn't resist stopping at the Joe Fresh shelf for some new nail polish ideas. I ended up getting suckered into their "3 for $10".... right, like that wasn't going to happen. I'm super excited to use all 3 of the new colors to brighten up my fall wardrobe in the coming months!

From left to right: Butter, Marshmallow & Petal

currently in love with:

1.Rick Owens Blister washed-leather biker jacket $2,465
2.M.A.C Lipstick "Pink Plaid" $17
3.Christian Louboutin Pigalle 120 patent-leather pumps $595
4.T.Babaton Carmen Sleeveless Blouse $98
5.Chloé Marion leather ballerina flats $450
6.Louis Vuitton Lumineuse PM in black $2,395
7.Zebra printed lounge chair $200
8.BCBG Metal elastic braclet $20
9.Celine small luggage tote

Prezzies for her! - under $100

1. Moleskine Notebooks $20-$30
2. Anya Hindmarch Lips and Eyes canvas cosmetics case $90
3. Essie nail polish "Silver Bullions"
4. Chapters Indigo Pen Cup - Gold and White
5. Chapters Indigo Pen Cup - Silver and White $12
6. BCBG STONE NECKLACE $98.00
7. Marc by Marc Jacobs Warp Ikat iPhone 4G case $40
8. BCBG METAL-MESH ELASTIC BRACELET $28.00

"If I can't have the Chanel, I'll take the Zara"

Monday marked the day that I finally got to experience my birthday present from Lyndsey (yes my birthday was in May...)!!! She took me to the Fairmont Hotel for an extra girly day at the spa for a relaxing massage and soothing dip in the hot tub. To finish it off we had a great wine lunch on the Joeys patio and then SHOPPING!!!! I landed this amazing tweed jacket from Zara and am so excited for all of the possible outfits :).

On another note, I tried on the new Chanel multicolor sequin jacket seen HERE. The minute I put it on, it was over... let the savings begin! Also, the photo does not do justice to how pretty it really is. I recommend that all of you head over to your nearest Chanel store and try it on..and fall in love.

Vintage Elle Magazines

Although I recycled all of my Elle Magazines I still hang on to my vintage ones. I have the #7 issue from 1940 and the #455 from 1954. It's amazing to see the evolution that the covers have gone through throughout the years. I am still searching for the first 10 issues but its a tricky search. I still have not mastered eBay.

The #7 issue is only the cover, the #455 issue is a full issue. I will take photos one day to show you the inside of it. Its truly amazing, most of the pages are in black and white and there is an editorial spread on either Christian Dior, Oscar or Valentino (I can't remember which one) all in pastel colors. in 1954 the cost of Elle Magazine was only $0.50.

shine on

Vince Sequined crepe top $295
Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Pleated jersey pants $485
Yves Saint Laurent Tribute suede sandals $995
Gucci Lattice-detailed leather tote $4,200
Marc by Marc Jacobs Rivera acetate and rubber watch $175
Annina Vogel 9-karat gold diamond swallow ring $1,520

I created a look at the begining of the year with the t-shirt style sequin Vince top. To see it click HERE.

All photos taken from www.net-a-porter.com

if only there was clean-up in a can!

This is a photo of my bathtub AFTER Eric spray tanned my legs. I took it to show the things we go through to look good!! I thought spray tanning was a long process but the clean-up is far worse. On another note, how happy am I that I have a boyfriend that airbrushes ;)

What I use: Sally Hansens Airbrush Legs - Waterproof -- check it out HERE.

"you're cute"

Roksanda Ilincic Lace and silk dress $2,350
Jimmy Choo Ellie leather and mesh sandals $1,495
Jil Sander Origami folded leather clutch $445
Pippa Small 18-karat gold carnelian stud earrings $895

All photos taken from www.net-a-porter.com