tribal

next spring is going to be about big bold accessories (when isn't it all about the big accessories?) and tribal seems to be the theme, but i think i want to start wearing this collection right now.
i love these pieces from missoma. the designs are inspired by apache indian tribal motifs and organic forms. i was drawn to the colours of the stones and i'm really into gold right now, even though they're saying silver is the new gold because it's cheaper. (i just think it looks so nice with everything!)

Missoma Stud ring with Chrsysoprase Cabouchon

Missoma Apache necklace

Missoma Apache earrings Missoma Apache earrings

//images via british vogue//

rings and things

came across the site, the three graces, today while doing some research....a-m-a-z-i-n-g!
i love antique jewellery and even covet the baubles of my grandmother, and sometimes i am fortunate enough that she bestows a treasure from her decadent vintage collection upon me.
this site features antique pieces from the victorian era to art deco to modernist. my favorite things are the rings! it's also neat for someone looking for antique engagement rings because they are all so unique.

soia & kyo

i was fortunate enough to snag an invite to the s/s 09 show for soia & kyo. cool show, though it's unfair to get excited about light spring jackets when the harshness of winter is looming....anyways, i enjoyed it. i saw some really nice leather jackets which is something to look forward to and the colours were perfect for spring. also, lots of cropped sleeves which i adore for warmer seasons...can't wait!
sorry for the bad photos, i was too busy watching the clothes!

flaunt it if you got it

smart and stylish displays I would love to have and show off my bling in. ;)

{photo via koreana}

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{photo via martha stewart}

{photo via Domino}

L'Wren Scott

For sure my fav. from NY fashion week.

it's a girl thing...

I received my new Domino mag. and after reading the little spread about vanities, fell in love. I want one! Don't know how the mr. would feel about it in our way open open-concept pad that we are trying to keep gender neutral, but I think I need to find a way to work one into our boudoir.

These were my favorites, probably because they are so girly, and jewellery laden.....

{photos via Domino Magazine}

my new obsession...

I'm gonna do it, I am going to take up sewing again! (Hopefully.)
This is new to my "wishlist":

today is a good day :)

There are two things I'm really happy about today; H&M is opening on St. Catherines st., WOO HOO!!! I have been desperately waiting for a downtown H&M in Montreal since they opened too many out in suburbia, out of reach from all of us urbanites.

Ok, so the second thing I'm really happy about is my showcase on Etsy, yay! Here it is, stop by the shop when you get a chance. xo

geeking out over fabric!

I just bought some fabric and I am over the moon!!!! I cannot, repeat CANNOT wait to get it! I have some tentative plans for it; I'm thinking about Christmas gifts and I'm attempting to make some goodies for the loved ones in my life. I'm thinking bedding and maybe an ornamental something or other, I am just swimming in the possibilities! (lol, I even know geeky this all sounds.)

my top 5-beauty products

I love make-up, here are the products I'm loving right now:

5. Cover Girl Clean Make-up-I believe in classics and this stuff has been with me forever! I still use it in the summer because it's light and the smell brings back such good memories.

4. Rimmel Glameyes Mascara-I just bought this and am thoroughly impressed. :) It goes on super smooth and really adds length.

3. Bourjois-I'm actually grouping a few things together here; the bronzing powder they make is fantastic! It gives just the right colour for my skin tone and smells like chocolate. I also bought the little bronzing brush that goes with it and it's the perfect size. I'm also loving their "Brun" wet/dry eyeshadow, it's really natual looking and doesn't crease. (I also have a little confession to make; I really love these products because Bourjois is owned by Chanel and I'm conviced it's the same product a quarter of the price!)

2. Estée Lauder High Gloss in "Honey"-I like wearing this gloss because it's not too sticky and doesn't feel "cakey" after I've had it on for a while, it also really smells/tastes like honey, yum.

1. NARS Blush in "Orgasm"-There's no need to explain, this stuff is the best. I don't go a day without putting it on (as well as mascara). I'm very fair skinned and it makes me look like I have some life in me, not like I'm wearing blush!

loves it

I absolutely loved Back to the Future as a kid and if I were rich I would snap this actual Hover Board movie prop up in a second, it's a steal with a starting bid of $30 000! (The hoverboard was the coolest thing about the movies, as well as his awesome "futuristic" shoes!)

new camera!

I haven't taken many pictures with it yet, but I am sooo happy! It's adorable, je t'aime.

i heart bags xo

So, I was really hesitant to put down the $$ for this bag at first, but I am so glad I did and don't regret it one bit!

Though I love my Marc Jacobs to bits because it's classic, I really needed a black bag.

This is my new Badgley Mischka bag, the latest addition to the bag family:

wishlist

Because I love to make lists for pretty much everything in my life, I have this one going of things I want to buy. I only do this because I love to shop and I tend to spend a lot of my money on useless stuff, but if I write down the things I really want and only focus on buying those, I don't waste my hard earned $$ and I'm much more satisfied with my purchases. (I hope this makes some sense and I don't sound like a crazy shopaholic!)

My wishlist:

• an iPod nano (in black), so I can watch movies when we camp. I really wanted an iPod touch but Joe said they're silly.
• a Nikon D40.
• a macbook.
• Black Ray-ban Wayferers, only because Grace Kelly wore them.....
• a new couch.
• a 60" strand of white pearls, tres classy.
• a pair of YSL Holly Ballerina flats.
• a classic little Chanel bag.
• an Omega watch for my darling Joe.