I'm playing catch up with all the footage I took leading up to our move. Here is last Friday night, Saturday's vlog has already been edited and Sunday--aka day before moving--is currently in the queue. I'm trying to unpack the chaos that surrounds me in our new place but also need some "down time" doing something I love. In this vlog I show you my new closet and Marco & I go on a date.
MOVE DAY (was): Monday, March 10th
THIS VLOG: Friday, March 7, 2014
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MOVE DAY: Monday, March 10th (tomorrow!)
THIS VLOG: March 5, 2014
I am counting down the days till I move and bringing you along on this life adventure! In this vlog I give a bit of an update on what's going on plus share my messy apartment and some packing clips.
Thanks for watching! xo
Related posts:
* VIDEO | Buying our Couch & Assembling our New Bed
* VIDEO | Buying our Couch & Assembling our New Bed
I am counting down the days till I move and bringing you along on this life adventure! In this vlog Marco and I order our new couch, have our bed delivered +more. As always, thanks for being here & watching!
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For my video lovers, here's a repeat on my life update. Move date is next weekend; can't wait!
Here is a little behind-the-scenes peek at my day last Friday at Place d'Orleans giving out candy and giftcards to spread to the love and thank the shoppers. A 'real' video of our day is being produced and I will share it with you here as soon as it goes live. Until then, here is a sneak peek for your enjoyment.
Today I'm sharing my kind of go-to look with my Naked 2 palette using three of my favourite shades. It's pretty simple, with a ton of blending to achieve a very neutral, pretty and light everyday look.
Thanks for watching! xo
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THINGS I MENTIONED
Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette
NYX Jumbo Pencil in Milk & Cottage Cheese
Rimmel Scandaleyes Pencil in nude
Maybelline Master Precise Liquid Liner in black
Elf Liquid Liner in black
Rimmed Scandaleyes Mascara in Extreme Black
Hardcandy Fox in a Box blush/bronzer
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I'm so behind in sharing these on my blog but the truth is, I took far longer than I hoped to edit them and get them up… and Sunday's vlog is still in the editing queue. Trials and tribs, I tell ya; I'll post it here once complete though so check back.
Thanks for watching! xo
I saw this tag and thought I would bing-bang-BOOM and filmed it asap. What do you guys think of the new backdrop? Like? Dislike? I'm trying new things and switching it up.
As always, thanks for watching! xo
Questions:
* What is the oldest item in your wardrobe / closet?
* What is the newest item?
* What is the most expensive item?
* What is the cheapest / most affordable item (that you wear a lot)?
* What was the biggest bargain?
* What was the biggest waste of money?
* BONUS Q | What are your current top 3 items?
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This is a little later than I expected but here she is--a sneak peak at some of my favourite Christmas gifts.
What you didn't see: a few gift cards, iPhone case, jewellery, body lotion, candles, cashews.
Follow me on Twitter & Instagram to keep up with me on in real time. As always, thanks for watching!
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MY CHRISTMAS
Christmas Recap (on my blog)
I made a little video of my Christmas that spanned over the 24th to the 25th, which included travelling to Kingston with Marco to see his family and then back to Ottawa to see mine. Thanks for watching! xo
| Vlog stands for video-blog, so if ya don't know, now ya know.
In this video I show you how I create my messy French twist I rocked a few weekends ago. It's super easy, takes under five minutes and is great for day 2 or 3 hair.
Hope this is helpful and if you rock this look, tweet/instagram me @acoest1984 and use the hashtag #acofrenchtwist
I'd love to see your take on it!
Friday night Christmas party at my grandparents' senior residence.
Outfit deets: Forever 21 top (old) & vintage clutch.
The food was so good; there were multiple anti-pasta tables and apps being served and the dinner was a roast beef buffet.
Nephew spotting in the background.
Outfit deets: Forever 21 coat & top, Urban Planet pants, Aldo shoes & Mexx fur snood.
The hair from the back. Tutorial?
Aldo, 'Carmelithe' (new!)
Saturday was Marco's birthday so his parents came to town and we went out for lunch. Afterwards we had some coffee at the mall and visited before they left.
Saturday night we planned a potluck birthday dinner and Marco requested Epic Fish Tacos. I did as much prep work as I could before heading over to his friend's place, where we were having the intimate dinner party.
Pretty tree.
Outfit deets: Vero Moda top, Dynamite shorts (last year, but first time I've worn them), Sirens necklace & unknown tights.
Most of Marco's friends are big foodies which is a major plus whenever there is a get together. His buddy made Gravad Lax with a dill-mustard drizzle and brought a sparkling wine to go with--um, an appetizer and a wine pairing? Amazing.
Melissa & I.
On Sunday morning I met up with my girlfriends for brunch to celebrate our friend's birthday. We went to the Arrow & Loon, a spot Marco and I frequented in the summertime.
Afterwards, we attended a two-hour cupcake workshop at The Flour Shoppe where we learned how to decorate cupcakes and consumed way too much sugar! Video coming soon.
After the workshop I got home and climbed into bed at 3pm. I ended up passing out for a couple hours; so short on sleep! I spent the evening with Marco, he opened his birthday gifts--finally--and I spent the rest of the evening working.
I put together a slideshow with all the pictures you see above, for fun. I know some people prefer video/my YouTube channel to reading blogs, and vice versa. If you like this type of recap, let me know in the comments below and I might keep doing it.
Hope you had a great weekend!
Happy Holidays! The season is upon us and I'm sharing three outfits--in under two minutes--to get your out the door to the party!
As always, thanks for watching & stay tuned to the Place d'Orleans Facebook page for more videos!
Other videos:
* Fall Fashion (video #1)
* Wardrobe Classics (video #2)
* Bundling Up for Winter (video #3)
* How-to Style a Sequin Skirt (video #4)
* What to Wear for New Years Eve (video #5)
* New Year, New You! (video #6)
* Accessories & a Hair Tutorial (video #7)
* What to Wear on a Date (video #8)
* Dreaming of Summer (video #9)
* How-To Turn Your Maxi Dress into a Maxi Skirt (video #10)
* DIY Kiss Printed Jacket (video #11)
* Spring Trends (video #12)
* Biggest Spring Trends (video #13)
* Summer Event Wear (video #14)
* How-To Transform Your Look: Day to Night (video #15)
* Back to School (video #17)
* Fall Fashion (video #18)
* Colour Pairings (video #19)
* Bundling Up (video #20)
In this vlog I show you how winter has hit Ottawa big time, hit the gym & go to breakfast with Marco. I shop for snowboard boots and go to St. Hubert.
Watch my previous vlogs:
* Saturday, November 23, 2013
Watch all my videos on my YouTube channel. If you're new to YouTube or don't want to fuss in it without understanding what my channel is about, click over to my channel trailer to get a glimpse in under a minute!
In this diary of my day (ie. vlog) I visit my grandparent's seniors residence for a bazaar, get my hair coloured, do some shopping at Place d'Orleans & go out on a double date. Thanks for watching! xo
See the previous day HERE.
I'm back to vlogging, finally! I haven't vlogged in quite some time, not sure why, just fell out of it but this weekend I did it up real big, vlog styles. I decided to split the full weekend into three separate vlogs to keep them shorter and sweeter ;) (versus one 25 minute long vlog). So stay tuned for Saturday and Sunday vlogs.
In this vlog I lighten/bleach my eye brows, make chocolate chip cookies & attend a housewarming party.
Thanks for watching! xo
I have been on YouTube for just over a year with my Place d'Orleans gig and my own channel, but only in the past six months or so have I really started catching up with my channel. Since I don't have a tv, YouTube has become a bit source of entertainment. I subscribe to numerous fashion, beauty and daily vloggers and after a long day, love getting into bed with my iPad to catch up with them.
If you're new to YouTube, and thought it was only a source for viewing hilarious cat videos, you're missing out--that said, those cat videos are hilarious.
YouTube offers a free platform to learn about new ways to do your hair, apply make-up, and see how others wear a certain trend. Not sure how to wear faux leather leggings? YouTube it! Want to learn how to throw a bridal shower Pinterest-style? YouTube it! I could go on and on.
So with that said, I recently created a channel trailer, similar to what you would see as a teaser to a movie, here's a glimpse into what my channel is all about.
Thanks for watching! xo
Despite being on a self-imposed shopping ban, I have picked up a few items in the past two weeks that were super on sale (and some still available). Thanks for watching!
Check out all my videos on my YouTube channel.
Mexx sweater
(regular $130, I paid $13!)
Today I'm sharing with you some fun, warm finds to get you bundled up and ready for the colder weather. From casual to chic, I've picked up something for everyone but of course have shared my favourite--which to discover, you'll have to watch the video!
As always, thanks for watching & stay tuned to the Place d'Orleans Facebook page for more videos!
Other videos:
* Fall Fashion (video #1)
* Wardrobe Classics (video #2)
* Bundling Up for Winter (video #3)
* How-to Style a Sequin Skirt (video #4)
* What to Wear for New Years Eve (video #5)
* New Year, New You! (video #6)
* Accessories & a Hair Tutorial (video #7)
* What to Wear on a Date (video #8)
* Dreaming of Summer (video #9)
* How-To Turn Your Maxi Dress into a Maxi Skirt (video #10)
* DIY Kiss Printed Jacket (video #11)
* Spring Trends (video #12)
* Biggest Spring Trends (video #13)
* Summer Event Wear (video #14)
* How-To Transform Your Look: Day to Night (video #15)
* Back to School (video #17)
* Fall Fashion (video #18)
* Colour Pairings (video #19)
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