Recent Finds...Sephora

As mentioned in my last post I popped into Sephora and grabbed a few new products Rachael mentioned in her videos...

Yves Saint Laurent #17 

Giorgio Armani Maestro Liquid Summer SPF 15

Giorgio Armani Sun Fabric Sheer Bronzer #200

Benefit Roller Lash Sample

I also wanted the Koh Gen Do Aqua Foundation Illuminator in IL01 but will be ordering that online

Rachael Brook Everyday Makeup Look

I was looking like a pasty ghost on the weekend when I attended my girlfriend's birthday dinner so these new bronzing beauties could not come at a sooner time!

I've also ordered Lanolips which are back ordered, but will be posting it on IG once it finally arrives...

Watch Rachael's video here...

Favourite Product

Recent Finds...Giella and Real Techniques

Eye M Glam 

Real Techniques Setting Brush

One of Kim Kardashian's makeup artists Mario recommended Eye M Glam by Giella as a highlighter and since my holy grail highlighter from Dior is now discontinued I've been on the hunt. I ordered one for myself and my girlfriend(ordering 1 just didn't make sense with the $25 shipping to Canada). 

I also spotted the RT setting brush on Jade's IG, and ordered that from Amazon. 

Readers have you tried either of these? Thoughts?

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Recent Finds...Old Navy

I wanted this, but it's sold out so I settled for this...

Old Navy Straw Tote

No biggie though, I saved oodles as this was on clearance for $14.99 and it gets the job done!

My Verdict: Praiseworthy. I spotted the J Crew tote on Instagram and immediately set out to get my hands on one, only to find it sold out. Disappointed I let it to go, but not before calling the online # and putting a request in to be notified if it comes back lol.  Weeks later I spotted the Old Navy one on IG and popped by my local store. Luckily I found it and it was on clearance, score! 

Recent Finds...Hautelook Bansri

Some of my picks...

Remember the Bansri evil eye necklace I purchased on Hautelook recently? Well now there's other pieces available on Hautelook. Sale ends Tuesday June 24 at 8am pacific standard time.

Hautelook

Shop Bansri

Recent Finds...Hautelook Modernarte

Some of my faves...

My Verdict: Praiseworthy. Found these canvases on sale available on Hautelook. Unfortunately they don't ship to Canada. Sign up and find out where they do, and shop!

Hautelook

Sale ends Tuesday June 24 1pm Pacific

Modernarte

Recent Finds...Hautelook Jbrand and Bansri

Some recent purchases from Hautelook...

My Verdict: Praiseworthy. I recently received my order from Hautelook and ended up keeping just the necklace. The jeans didn't work out so back they went. As for the necklace, the picture doesn't do it justice. In real life it sparkles quite a bit(Swarovski stones)  and is rose gold plated(marking is 925 as well). Price wasn't too bad, so another success story for Hautelook.

Hautelook

shop Bansri

Recent Finds...Winners - Moschino

Moschino Jacket 

My Verdict: Praiseworthy. Another great find from Winners this past weekend. It seems I have the best luck at the Park Royal location. It's my go to for designer pieces. I also find many baby items at great prices. Check it out before you pop by Babies R Us.

Winners

Unit #1120 2002 Park Royal South

West Vancouver

604 924 0944

Recent Finds...Winners

Ti Style Deluxe Sleepin-in Roller Set $12.99 compared to $24

My Verdict: Praiseworthy. Being a new mom I have little time to pamper myself let alone get my hair done. So if I can find any quick and easy styles I'm all for it. 

I used to wear those foam sleep in rollers, back in the day.  You know, these ones...(I know eek!) I swear they work though! For now though I was looking for more of a relaxed curl. While this set doesn't hold the curl long, I do appreciate the volume it gives. What I'm not a fan of is; they're not as comfy to sleep on and the old man kept saying I made crunchy noises(it's from the velcro). For $12.99 though I don't mind keeping the old man up:) 

This set comes with 8 medium size and 8 large size velcro rollers, along with 20 pins, a comb and a drawstring bag to hold it all in.

Found this one at the Winners at The Rise

491 8th Avenue

West Vancouver

604 879 3701

Spot it in action here...

Recent Finds...Winners

The soft pant $24.99 compared to $40 (right photo credit)

My Verdict: Praiseworthy. You all know my love for Winners. Here's what I recently found at the Winners/Homesense location on Lougheed. I was searching for a comfy pant other than leggings and spotted this inspiration pic of Kristin. These are elastic so they're perfect for now and after I loose the last stubborn pounds, and return to my pre-pregnancy weight.

Winners

Madison Centre

1899 Rosser Avenue at Lougheed Hwy

Burnaby, BC

604 294 0117

Recent Finds...Winners

I went home with this one...(right photo credit from Nordstrom)

My Verdict: Praiseworthy. As you know I recently purchased this Missoni sweater on Hautelook but returned it because of the poor fit. I showed it to my girlfriend who in turn shopped at Winners downtown and found some great pieces. Determined to get one I popped by several locations but only the Park Royal one I went to had designer pieces...

Winners

 2002 Park Royal South, Unit #1120, West Vancouver, BC V7T 2W4

Phone:(604) 926-0944

Readers have you shopped for designer pieces at Winners? If so any luck? 

Hautelook Recent Finds...

I try my best to not purchase online anymore unless I know for sure it will fit, but in this case I couldn't help myself(sales kill me *~*)...

Picked up M Missoni Cardigan (57% off returnable) and Laura Mercier Fragrance Set (44% off final sale)

Readers have you ordered from Hautelook before? Any success stories?

See here and here for previous Hautelook finds...

*Update, received the sweater. It looked horrible on *~*, it's going back!

Recent Finds...Homesense

On a recent shopping trip I spotted...

Jonathan Adler Pillows

Beautiful Print Pillows

Beautiful Landscape

Definitely want to come back for this one...

Love the Tiffany Blue Boxes... 

Top four pieces found at Homesense at the Rise

Last picture found at Homesense The Village at Park Royal in West Vancouver 

Recent Finds...Nails and Lips

Some items I picked up for an upcoming photoshoot...

From Curlique Beauty:

Ilia Balmy Days 

Butter London Nail Foundation

From Icon BC Beauty Supply:

they are no longer carrying Spa Ritual so all the products were on clearance, SCORE!

Calm & Clear mini polish $ .50!

Open Minded Organic Sugar Scrub with Lavender Essential Oil $5.00! (similar) 

Recent Finds...Haircare and Beauty Products

Happy Friday Everyone! Only 5 more sleeps till Christmas Yahoooooooo!
I'm feeling under the weather today and am excited for the weekend to relax and recoup, Vancouver weather can be so dicey. At least today it looks like Christmas...(it's snowing outside!)

I finished Christmas shopping Tuesday this week and all the wrapping is done! Phew. I also managed to get in some things for myself:)

Some items I picked up from the Curlique friends and family sale: 30% off

Trying new shampoo John Masters Lavender and Rosemary Shampoo...so far it's nice but gosh is it expensive! (Purchased the John Master Lavender and Avocado Intensive Conditioner at Whole Foods to use with it.)

Embryolisse Lait Creme Concentrate (heard great things about this cream, have yet to try.)

Embryolisse Lip Protection Stick (have been using this for the past week and so far it's quite nice.)

Velour Lashes in Whispie Sweet Nothings (this was for a photoshoot for today, but I had to resched bc of the weather :( )

From Sephora for the $20 Gift card for VIB's...

Josie Maran Whipped Argan Oil Intensive Hand Cream (OMG new love! Have been using this every night for my dragon hands, it works and smells so good! My hands were so dry they were starting to crack and bleed in some areas.)

First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream (heard about this from Michele1218 on You Tube, have yet to try.)

Urban Decay All Nighter (picked up a backup to qualify for the GC.)

From the Beauty Supply Store...

Babyliss 1 1/4" Tourmaline Curling Iron ( I had previously purchased the Hot Tools, and it was so powerful I gave it away. My hair was smoking every time I used it. Tried this last night, and it's a much more natural curl. I could foresee the spring handle getting loose in the future from use, however I don't plan to use it the conventional way. Right now I'm wrapping the hair around and holding it for about 20-30 seconds, setting at 35. Works Great!)

Macadamia Flawless Cleansing Conditioner (heard of this from Fleurdeforce, have yet to try.)

Loving Now...

My New Obsession...

Diptyque L'ombre dans L'eau Solid Perfume

As you know I've been on the hunt for a fall scent, but instead I found a year round one...

Saw this mentioned on BelleDeJourNYC Youtube's channel and since I love the scent of the Baies candle I had to have this...

It was between this and the Jo Malone Blackberry and Bay...

This won out! I have to say the solid perfume smells more so to the candle than the spray. I found the spray version smelled more citrusy and the solid perfume smelled more fruity. I wore it for a full day, with no need for a touch up. Highly recommend!

Another new acquisition mentioned here...

Loving the new iPhone 5S and especially this cheap $5 case I snatched from my other half. Added the cute Kate Spade phone jack(new styles) to up the gold factor...in love :D

Sephora Order...Last of the VIB 20%

After my last post, I made an order right before the sale ended...

Stila Smudge Crayon Waterproof Eye Primer + Shadow + Liner in Kitten

Urban Decay All Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray

Urban Decay Eyeshadow in Chopper

Eve Lom 3 Muslin Cloths

Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Flawless Wear Concealer in #3 Medium

Samples

Will keep you posted on my thoughts once tried...

Recent Finds...Apple Iphone 5S

Pink Fur Pom Pom from Perfect Match in Oakridge (i'll probably use this for a bag charm) $10

Gold Iphone 5S with Plastic clear case

My Verdict: Praiseworthy. Went to 3 different Apple stores, the last store waited in line to find out the lady in front of me purchased the last of the gold iPhones(she and her mother bought 4 *_*) . :"( Calling it a gong show would be mild, nevertheless our perseverance paid off. The next morning the Oakridge location was restocked with minimum quantities. I upgraded from a 4S and could not be happier! Next up on the wish list is the new iPad minis :D 

Apple

Recent Finds...Sugar Paper for Target

Target's selection...

For myself and I picked up a desk calendar for a gift(not shown)...

My Verdict: Praiseworthy. It was hard not to buy the whole collection, but since I just picked up the Kate Spade agenda I didn't really need more...But who could resist! As you can tell I love the colours! (matches my Angela Adams rug :D )
I've purchased from Sugar Paper La previously, and was so excited to hear they were doing a collab with Target. I called both my local Target's and found this stash at the Delta location. The products are reasonably priced and the quality is pretty on point for the price. They still have a great selection left, so pop by as soon as you can because it's only available for a limited time.

Sugar Paper LA

find it at your local Target

Target
7155 120th Street
Delta, BC
604 595 2380

Recent Finds...Jo Malone

I've been in the market for a new fragrance for a while now and thought I'd give Jo Malone a try...

Jo Malone Nectarine Blossom and Honey

My Verdict: Praiseworthy. While this isn't a fall scent I was drawn to the scent immediately. I love fruity scents, they evoke happy times for me. The initial is a bit overpowering but it fades beautifully on my skin. Next up on wish list is Blackberry and Bay. The sales rep also mentioned layering and that Pomegranate Noir would work wonderfully...

Readers have you tried Jo Malone? What are your favourites?

Jo Malone

Delivery Arrival...Thann

Safe arrival...

Shiso Hair Mask

Jasmine Blossom Infinite Hand Cream

Aromatic Wood Rice Grain Soap Bar

My Verdict: TBC. As mentioned on my IG, I purchased these on Thursday Oct 4th online from the  Thann  website. I chose the option 1-3 day delivery, and didn't receive the order until a week and a bit later(came tuesday 15th). Had I known it would take forever I would have just picked the cheapest option for delivery. I did email them on the 5th day inquiring about the order, but received no reply.

My initial thoughts: The fragrance is STRONG, especially the soap bar. I haven't smelled these before and if I had, I probably wouldn't purchase. The sizes are small and it's expensive. Having said that, I'll try them out and keep you posted.