Life Lately

 

Just a few thoughts (kind of?) in the form of photos for you! Such as, how do I get the perfect ballerina bun? Perhaps less layers in my hair would help be achieve this. Or, how do I get such a gorgeous brick-walled apartment when I'm not even 20? Also, check out how beautiful the leaves are this time of year. I snapped this on my way into Oakridge Centre the other day when I was doing some shopping/picking up groceries (this time the groceries prevailed (mostly) & I only bought nail polish...hehe). Along with fall, however, comes the rain. Sometimes you can't help but love the rain, though! And finally my favourite show, one of my favourite designers & my ultimate favourite television character - Sex & the City, Chanel & Carrie Bradshaw. It's amazing how influential a television show can be, but really, it IS fabulous!

Just a few jumbled thoughts lately. I spent the weekend on the island with my family, and it was so great to see everyone again. It's wonderful how you can go back home for a little "vacation," and still have a home-like place to go back to. Plus, I have tons of stuff to take back with me - groceries, cook books, cool mugs, etc. It has been a fun learning experience living on my own, that's for sure. I suppose it's all about adapting and changing and transforming and it's all quite great. It's life!

Have you seen my latest post about Sarah Jessica Parker?

Hope your weekend has been lovely! Make sure you catch up on some of my recent posts this week:

My Skin Care for Face & Body
What's in MY Make Up Bag!
Love Struck by Vera Wang

For the Love of Studs!

Happiness

 

 Well, I am finally settled in my apartment. School is half way through, midterms are almost finished (retail buying on Monday & then they are all done), internship has begun, and soon a seasonal job opportunity at Holt Renfrew will begin! It has been a whirlwind of excitement for me lately, starting with my internship. I came across the opportunity from teachers at school, and soon I found myself in one of the meeting rooms on the 4th floor of Holt Renfrew's flagship store in Vancouver at the orientation. Next, I met for one on one interviews with women's wear and marketing, and the next day I got the call to become part of the marketing and events team! It has been amazing, to say the least, and the fact that I am able to network and meet others through this is going to be an incredible journey. Isn't it crazy what life throws at you sometimes?

I decided to post some pictures of what has been happening lately. From buying my first pair of Hunter boots and the view from Thursday yoga classes at school, to going back to the island & celebrating a friends birthday (and all the fun stuff in between). Last week Brandon came over to visit and move furniture over, so we went to IHOP - fun fact: it stands for International House of Pancakes. Were we late the to the party & the last to know of this?! I was amazed! I enjoyed some delicious whole wheat with walnut pancakes topped with blueberries and whipped cream. I was barely in three bites before I was full! Brandon said, "I will do anything for you if you finish those!" However, I just couldn't do it. I ate the top pancake with all the good stuff on it, then slowly picked the walnuts out of the rest. I'm sure the server appreciated the mess after I was finished - you're welcome!

I am thinking about doing a video post soon, so stay tuned for that! Hope life is beautiful for you all!

What is making you happy today?

Dreary days

Walmart leggings, AE gray leather booties, Bluenotes striped shirt, H&M pearl earrings (although you can hardly see them)

Good afternoon everyone! I have had my fair share of trying out the blogging world, but this time I figure since I have so much time on my hands, I might as well try again!

I just want to start off by saying that this blog will not only be about fashion, but a place to keep the pictures that I love, document my life, etc. It will be a way for me to be creative somewhere other than the kitchen, as my ingredients are slowly starting to dwindle as I continue to cook!

Anyway, today I started off the day remembering those soldiers that fought for our country (I live in Canada, btw). At this year's Rememberance Day I stood beside an old man that told me about his experiences in the war. I began to think of how he must've felt, what he could be feeling inside. I myself was feeling absolutely freezing, although I was wearing my boyfriend Brandon's Tommy Hilfiger thermal shirt over my long sleeve (thermal not pictured), two pairs of socks (not pictured), and a pair of wooly gloves and a big jacket (also not pictured). However, the ceremony was quite nice despite the rain, and he was an interesting man to chat with, nonetheless.

I am off to finish my lunch & find more pictures! Have a great day everyone!