Happy December ladies! Who is getting excited for the holidays? I have started my shopping but have a ways to go. We have a bunch of holiday get togethers with friends and family in the coming month which will be fun (with tons of food treats--one of the best parts of the holidays, right?).
Like last year, I'm doing Vlogmas again this December, which is essentially vlogging everyday for the month. I'll be sharing daily activities along with the parties we attend and various things leading up to Christmas. I am debating whether I should share the videos here everyday, as well as regular posts.
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The other night, we hosted some friends for a holiday Fondue Friendsgiving, which was not only our first dipping party, but also the first festive gathering of the season!
I'd love to share some photos with you if you'd like to see, along with my five tips for hosting...
On Friday night we headed out for an impromptu date night. It was raining all day and since we were trying to film my Holiday Lookbook, I was all made up. I threw on the hat in an attempt to save my hair from the weather.
We went to Milestones and had an amazing meal. Even though we usually go for stand-alone restaurants, this place is one we really love. I tried a Moscow Mule for the first time and discovered I have been seriously missing out! #whydidntanyonetellme
Hi ladies! Happy Cyber Monday -- holy smokes, who is shopping again?
I refrained on Black Friday but may not be able to resist the deals to be had today. In the spirit of stocking up & Christmas shopping, I'm sharing some awesome deals plus my picks below. If you're debating something, today is the day as the sales will be gone tomorrow.
Happy shopping!
All Saints | 30% off everything; use code CYBER
More stores + picks after the jump...
Happy Black Friday! Are you shopping today? I'm staying away from the malls, myself, but that doesn't mean I am not planning on scoring some sweet deals online.
With that said, I've rounded up a few places online that are hosting some great deals today:
Aldo | 50% off the original price (my over-the-knee boots above are now $100!)
All Saints | 30% off entire site; use code CYBER (swooning over this, this & this)
Aritzia | 30% - 50% off sale (super deal on these skinnies)
Asos | 30% of everything; use code BLESSED (these, these & this are on my Xmas wish list + this sexy number)
Bath & Body Works | buy 3 get 3 free (love this candle & this soap)
Dynamite | 30% off everything (love this, want this body suit & just picked this sequin skirt up)
Garage | 40% off all online orders (plus I saw a ton of my poncho above at the Place d'Orleans location on Wednesday for now $20)
Lulu's | up to 90% off + free shipping (this for the holidays, this for new years, cozy sweater, cute for the gym, got this tee last year & drooling over this)
Mackage | $150+ off on select coats (let's be honest, this is the only thing I really want for Christmas)
Nordstrom | extra 25% off sale items
Shopbop | 15% off orders of $250, 20% off orders of $500 & 25% off orders of $1000; use code GOBIG15 (still love this, these, these & want my fave flares in white)
Steve Madden | 20% off + free shipping; use code OMG (still love these)
Vince Camuto | 30% off; use code EARLY30 (great, versatile boot)
Zara | 30% off entire site
LACE UP HEELS + MANY MORE (30% off; use code BLESSED)
Today I'm sharing a huge Forever 21 Red haul with tons of Fall and athletic fashion. We just had a new store open up at Place d'Orleans so of course I had to check it out and I scored big time. I explain what F21 Red is all about in the video as well as share a few clips of what the store looks like, if you'd like to see.
As always, thanks for watching & happy shopping.
FOREVER 21 JACKET - LAST YEAR (THIS YEAR/ALMOST IDENTICAL) | LONG SLEEVED TEE (ALSO HAVE IT IN GREY) | DIY RIPPED SKINNIES (SIMILAR) | ALDO BOOTS (SIMILAR) | DYNAMITE SCARF - LAST YEAR (SIMILAR)
Hi ladies! I'm back with another round up of camera roll outfits to share. Sometimes I look back through these and forget what I wore so this is a good reminder for an outfit in a pinch when you're trying to get out the door.
The look above I wore last night out shopping. The temperatures have dropped--we have snow as of yesterday morning!--so a warm but not-too-heavy jacket was imperative. I loved ripped skinnies and these ones stay up on my hips. This is definitely a evening/weekend go-to look for me, in all neutrals of course.
SMART SET SWEATER - OLD (SIMILAR) | CAMI | SIRENS DENIM - OLD (LOVE THESE) | PEEP-TOE BOOTIES - ON SALE! (LOVE THESE) | NECKLACE
F21 SCARF - NEW BUT CAN'T FIND ONLINE (AS SEEN HERE)
On Friday evening we headed out to see Mockingly Jay Part II but realized, at the theatre, Marco had accidentally bought tickets to see Spectre instead! It was still fun and I'm a huge Bond movie lover anyway. We went to the new VIP theatre at Lansdowne where they serve a full menu in your seats along with alcoholic beverages #hello
The tree is up!
Who is ready for the weekend? Me, me, me!
What are your plans? Tonight we are going to see the new Hunger Games movie (I'm all caught up as of two nights ago), and Saturday we are heading to Kingston to visit Marco's family. I'm also super stoked to pick up my new curling iron at our US postal box on the way; will share more in a video tutorial soon.
Have a great weekend!
Can't wait to go here next weekend. Memories of last year here.
The final product of my Holiday photoshoot for Place d'Orleans.
Beautiful, ridiculously expensive lamp.
Shopping for my nephews; how adorable is this sweatshirt?
This kid's video is on point.
The perfect Christmas party dress. #gasp
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas around here...
Photo taken at the Booby Ball last week. See more with our friends here.
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Hi ladies! Today I'm sharing another video on layering up for colder weather & some of my favourite new pieces.
I love this time of year, before the snow flies, where we can rock all the cute, lighter layers without being completely covered in a parka. Now is the time to pull out and show off your layers and rock suede footwear. Also, if you're in the market for some new beanies, I'm sharing my current fave in the video--they are so comfy and at a great price point too.
Click more to watch the video...
This year, since the temperatures have dropped, I've been crazy attracted to sweaters. I know that seems like common sense, but in the past I would wearing sleeved tees or blouses more than anything. Maybe it's part getting older, part knowing what I really like, but sweaters currently have my heart.
I just picked this one up on the weekend and had initially gone in to get the olive green version but surprised myself by leaving with the cream. It's so cosy and I love the wide, bell sleeves on it. I would say it runs true to size, no need to size up like I normally do and mine is a medium with plenty of wiggle room.
I've linked a few more cozy sweaters at the bottom if you're in the mood for some shopping.
On Friday night, a group of friends and I went to Ottawa's first Booby Ball. We had bought tickets months ago and the night was finally here. It was a large event in support of breast cancer and it sold out. It was held in the Horticulture building at Lansdowne Park and it was a huge party from the minute you walked in.
They had a photographer at the front taking everyone's photos as they arrived, a DJ spinning, a manicure station, passed appetizers, a photo booth, people dressed in Star Wars costumes, an open bar & more. People were full of spirit and we saw tons of sequins, glitter, face paint and even some fun costumes. We danced the night away and had a great time.
More photos after the jump...
Happy Friday & welcome to the weekend!
This week has been pretty outstanding, mainly because I was in the delivery room as my best friend gave birth to her second child. Her husband and I were there, along with nurses and the Doctor, and it was one of the coolest experiences of my life, naturally.
We had planned for me to be there, so I had been anxiously awaiting the call and it came Tuesday evening. By the early hours of Wednesday, there was a new babe hanging out with us--what a sweetheart! Definitely an incredible night and so special she let me share it with her. You can see a photo of us here.
For the weekend, tonight I'm heading to the Booby Ball with some friends, which I'm totally stoked for. If you're going, I'd love to meet you so please come and say hi! On Saturday I will be checking out the new Forever 21 Red at Place d'Orleans (hello jeans for $9?!) and gearing up for a video with all my purchases so stay tuned.
Have a great weekend!
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Hi ladies! A few of you ask me what I like to do at the gym and I'm a big fan of lifting heavy weights. I've been lifting for over two years and even more seriously since May. I'm finally starting to see some muscle build and definition--but still a long way to go.
I know lifting weights can be intimidating, it was for me because I was such a cardio fanatic for many years. That said, now I really enjoy lifting weights and for the first time in my life, my body is slowly starting to change. I wanted to share with you what I do, as it's pretty simple, in a video below...
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