Best of...2012

As the year draws to a close I thought I'd recap my best of...

Starting the year off with Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Scoring Jimmy Choo Booties for $91...

Favorite bag...6 ways to wear

Favorite book reads...

Divergent, Insurgent, 50 Shades

LA trip...Katsuya

Lastly...shopping Homesense

here, here, here

Wishing you all a safe and fun New Years!!! Happy 2013!

PS...I do also hope I was able to fulfill this goal, and for 2013 I would love to hear your feedback on what you would like to see more of!

In Action...Christmas Dinner

What I wore to Christmas dinner with family...

Aritzia Blouse (on sale)

Theory tank (old, outlet find)

Zara trousers 6688/218 (on sale now)

Sam Edelman flats

I decided on black jeans instead as the above outfit was a little too Christmas tree...

J Brand Jeans (old, similar)

Hermes Belt Kit

And here's the spread...Delish!

In Action...Xmas Dinner

Hope everyone had a memorable Holiday!

Here's what I wore to Christmas dinner with my girlfriend's...

The night started with...Scarf tied in bow knot using Mai Tai's scarf ring in Medium

Old Navy V-Neck Sweater (old, similar, or boat neck)

Zara Jacquard Trousers

Gucci Scarf

Sam Edelman Flats (last seen here)

And the night ended with haphazard basic bias fold slotted through scarf ring...

CH Carolina Herrara Jacket (old, last seen here)

Mai Tai Scarf Ring

Girl's Xmas Dinner + Secret Santa...

C's Turkey and K's Stuffing...

I made Mashed Butternut Squash using Ina Garten's recipe...

L's Squash and Tapioca Che...

After several hours of slaving in the kitchen, I decided to take a nap. Unfortunately I overslept and came late:( I had my gf snap a few pics before they attacked the turkey...
Other menu items: Ceasar salad, baked yams, wine and satsuma oranges...(sorry no pretty pictures)...

And my Secret Santa gift... 

Missoni Bear

Proceeds go to OrphanAid Africa

Wishing Everyone a Safe and Happy Holidays, may it be filled with joy, good food and company!!!

In Action...

What I wore to a recent Baby birthday...

BCBG dress (old, similar , or simple with long sleeves)

Christian Louboutin Decollette

Wishlist...Valentino

Rockstud Collection...

Rockstud Bow Flat Sandal

Rockstud Thong Sandal

Rockstud Thong Sandal

Leopard-Print Calf hair and Leather Rockstar Sandles

Patent Leather Rockstud Slingback Pumps

This would be beautiful for a wedding...

Satin and Lace Pump

Christmas Gift Ideas...

Minimergency Kit...

They have many options for men and children also! Unfortunately they currently do not ship to Canada...only America...

Found this one in Dec/Jan 13 People Style Watch...

How cute is this! 

Zodiac Compact

Found this one in Dec/Jan 13 People Style Watch...

Kikkerland Iphone 4 Case

Word of caution...the chain can get a little wonky and the rubber get's easily dirty

Sign up for the email updates and score this for 20% off...

And wine...Moscato D'asti Batasiolo

This is a delish Moscato...if you prefer a sweeter wine this is a must try!

Recent Finds...Homesense

As you can tell I've been on a recent Homesense haunt...

I absolutely loved the blue Tiffany coloured hold all box...

But passed on it because of some damage...

This was the only one I found out of all the Homesense locations I've been too...

more colours...

Found at Big Bend Crossing Homesense
Big Bend Crossing
5771 Marine Way
Burnaby, BC V5J 0A6
Phone: 604-433-4685

I've been to so many I've lost track of which location had what!
Great news is we've found many gifts! I've wrapped a few for the ones who visit this blog so I won't be posting those...
Gift post to come!

Recent Finds...Homesense

More Christmas shopping...

Beautiful Crystal or Pearl candle holders...

I found 1 gift! The Rome book!

We found the geodes again but couldn't decide which colour and got sidetracked...possibly returning for these

And of course if I could fit more furniture in my home these are quite lovely...

Lastly, this would be perfect if I had my Cabin...

One Day!!!...

Found at L'Hermitage Homesense
L'Hermitage
493 Robson Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 6L9
Phone: 604-683-4406

Recent Finds...Homesense

More Christmas shopping...

I love the different coloured geode bookends, but these were quite large...

Our search continues...

Found at West Vancouver Homesense

The Village at Park Royal
1000 Main Street Unit 2
West Vancouver, BC V7T 2Z3
Phone: 604-913-2990

Recent Finds...MAC Cosmetics

Perfectly Plush Kit: Mineralize

this is my fave of the two!

Perfectly Plush Kit: Advanced

My Verdict: Praiseworthy. For my recent LA trip I wanted to pick up some travel brushes and was so excited to find 2 sets from MAC. I purchased a travel set many years ago from MAC that came in a white makeup bag.  As you can guess that was a nightmare to maintain. My loose bronzer exploded and it was impossible to get out of the white canvas. I'm glad these ones are vinyl, easy to wipe clean with a wet towel. What I'm not crazy about is the tiny buttoned compartment, although the plus side are the brushes and the leopard & polka dots! Each set is $60(3 to choose from) and I am quite pleased with each...

This would be great for a Christmas gift! 

Recent Finds...Homesense

I was browsing Homesense recently for ideas for Christmas presents and found these...

How crazy is this??? It was 3/4 my size!

Couldn't help myself...but these would be so pretty for my room!

On a side note I'm learning a few languages from Living Language, an app I downloaded on my iPhone, these would be nice to have for those who prefer hard copies...

I did find 1 gift and gained many ideas...will be back closer to Christmas for more!

* Items found at Homesense West Vancouver