Destination Argentina

These photos are not mine. I discovered them through my friend's Christmas album. It was love at first sight. I immediatley requested that I use them for my own good. She traveled to Argentina with her family over the Holidays and their main reason for their destination was: Wine. Sounds like my kind of family. 

all photos courtesy of Lauren Simeson

Her comment on her favourite memory: 

"Probably in Mendoza when we did an off-road jeep excursion up the Andes Mountains. It took about 6 hours to get to the top and we were going through dried up river beds and we saw some cool animals (Al paca and Chinchilla-which make amazing coats). When we reached the top, our guides broughts us to a secluded hut where there was a 'parrilla'' waiting for us- which is an Argentinean barbecue. Its basically all different kinds of meat, tongue, intestines, blood sausage...etc." yummmy. 

This is one is my ultimate favourite. 

Could she look any cuter in that telecom booth?

XO

Breathe of fresh air

I  LOVE NAIL POLISH. I do. 

Nothing completes an outfit with a perfectly polished nail. As much as I love slapping on another coat, I do take a couple days in between colours to allow my nails to breathe. It's refreshinng to remeber what your nails look like naked and it is also just good for them in general to not have the chemicals and toxins on and let them breeeeeeath. One tool that I keep with with me at all times is this nail and cuticle treatment. You can use it with polish on or off and (more beneficially sans polish to really reap the benefits of the treatment) 

Almond Oil Nail and Cuticle Treatment from The Body Shop $12.00

Im excited for Spring as the next girl but one way we can get a little taste of Spring is on the end of our frozen little fingers. I learned through other fab beauty bloggers that this beautiful Spring 2011 Collection from Essie hits drugstores in Canada February 8th! Hurrah!

The collection is called French Affair and deliver a breath of fresh air during the dead of winter. I can't wait to get my hands on them. They were an inspiration to paint my nails a barely-there, classic go-to: Bubble Bath for OPI. 

XO

Fashion of the 20th Century

all photos from Fashion of the 20th Century, a Taschen book

These photos are from my new agenda, well one of them, I have a few. This one is extra special as it was a gift from a friend and just look at the pictures inside. I decided to share a select few with you. The chosen ones. Having already being a proud owner of a Taschen book, I knew I was in for something good. I love how they bring photos that you may have never otherwise seen into the mainstream for you to adore them.
Don't tell me you wouldn't want that Dior one on your wall. 

XO

L'ensemble: NYE 2010

So yes - I am a little late in posting this but because the actual picture itself isn't the greatest. I tried several different programs to edit it but alas it is still blurry. Since I made such a fuss with this skirt it just needed to be done. Cannot wait to purchase a new camera special something for my birthday gift to myself this year! (Come on, I know I'm not the only one that does that. Right?)


This outfit includes some family gems. When I was a little girl, I remember looking through my Grandmother's jewelry time and time again in complete awe. She had SO much of it. Well this jewelry infatuation has since spread to my mother and now onto me. 

outfit: Club Monaco Top I Michael Kors Skirt I Michael Kors Watch I Vintage Bracelet

My Grandmother's earrings. I had stolen them originally 
from my mom and are perfect for any festive occasion. 

My Great Grandmother's fur coat. Her initials were 

sewn in (Rose Hughes), this was a common practice 

in fur coats back then, I wonder if it still is? 

Another piece of my Great Grandmother's. 
Unfortunately I never met her yet having a glance 
into her closet, she must have been one fabulous lady. 


XO

NEED:

You know those people that ask the question whether you WANT something or NEED it? 

I sometimes think those people are boring. 

Photo Cred: Net-a-porter.com

 XO

L'ensemble: Back to work

outfit: Gap Skirt I Club Monaco Cardigan I Club Monaco tights I Zara Shoes 

"You know what you're going to wear tomorrow already? That's unbelievable." - My Brother. 


Of course I know, I pretty much know everyday. Going back to work means more work ensembles and even though the holidays have been swell, it's about time I step out of my wunder unders and into some real clothing that (yikes) includes a waistband. At least this waistband has a bow.


 I am normally more of a neutral girl, so this outfit that somehow emerged out of my head (I blame the Kate Spade book) was a little risky. So was posting it. Then I reminded myself that in order to be extraordinary in life, you have to take some risks. So this was my risk for today, what was yours?

XO

Personal Hangover Cure: Pampering

Well New Years Eve was really a night to remember but the next morning was something I would have like to forget. In Toronto, it was a perfectly rainy and drab day which was the perfect recipe for staying indoors and curing a hangover. I decided to spend my day doing just that but a little more fabulously than usual. I  created my very own at-home spa! It will instantly make you feel more glamourous. Below are some items that I had on hand and some that I wish I could get my hands on. I highly recommend this routine at least once a month or more if possible. 

1. A nice scented candle. This will always give you a nice aroma in the air whether you are on the couch or in the bath. 

2. This past weekend I indulged in the February issue of ELLE Canada. A good magazine tends to take my mind of the head ache and into my dream world. 

3. A long string of pearls. A guarantee feeling of glamour and Carrie Bradshaw. 

4."Things We Love" by Kate Spade. This book isn't sold in bookstores only in her stores, boo for us, but I found my favourite page, p. 73. Peonies, perfection. 

5. A cashmere sweater. So soft against your skin and makes you feel a queen!

6. A face mask. This will help remove any remaining making up from the night before and leave you feeling refreshed and soft. 

XO