SNOW DAY

30cm of snow is nothing, right? WRONG. This is the most snow I have seen in a longggg time. It's kind of exciting, until you have to go out anywhere and are forced to freeze your butt off for 10 mins while you scrape the snow and ice off your car. Not so fun!! But, besides all that, the snow does have a nice youthfulness to it. 

My sisters and I decided to take advantage of the snow day. We got all bundled up and headed outside, only to come back in with our toes feeling numb hahaha. 

Snow angels, snow forts (and an awesome one at that) and yes, one of us got buried. What a trooper!! 

We then came inside to some warm hot chocolate and thawed ourselves out. The presidents choice decadent chocolate chip cookie hot chocolate (what a mouthful, no pun intended) is our new go-to and it's actually quite delicious! I would highly recommend it- not sickly, and doesn't require any extra milk or anything. Just pure yumminess. 

As Ana always says, do you want to build a snowman???

***Note: I have still yet to watch Frozen. I know, it's shocking. Mostly because my sister is obsessed so I have refrained from watching it in her presence so as to avoid hearing her belt out all the songs. But, sooner or later, I will have to watch it....and I too will become obsessed.

Halloween💃👻

***Note: this was a post from October that I just noticed was in my drafts folder and never got published!! Had to post it!***

Introducing Derek Hough and Karina Smirnoff!! 

We had so much fun dressing up as some of the DWTS cast members for Halloween this year! We even tried out some of our own moves on the dance floor haha 

For Derek's look all you need is:

- translucent black cut off blouse

- loose fitting black pants

- black dress shoes

- gel to slick hair

- bronzer to highlight the body 

For Karina's look all you need is:

- a sexy Spanish looking dress (I was super lucky and was able to borrow an old dance costume from my sister)

- a diamond choker

- big diamond earrings

- red ballroom-like shoes (black or silver would also do) .. Mine were from Payless!

- gel to slick back hair into a side pony 

- red lipstick!!!

Best Weekend Ever??

Long distance relationships suck. There's no getting around it. Anyone who says they enjoy long distance is either lying to you/themselves or doesn't care enough about the person.. Because the reality is, they suck. Yea sure they allow each person in the relationship to be independent and to cherish the time you have together, but I feel like those things are essential for any good relationship anyway- long distance or not. In case you haven't realized with this slightly bitter rant- I'm in a long distance relationship currently. And while seeing your beloved merely once a month is not exactly the most ideal situation, it is my current predicament. And we are making the most of it! That being said, I had a wonderful weekend visiting Ktown and couldn't have asked for a better person to share it with! Here's the low down on what went down:

Night 1: movie date. The Imitation Game. All I can say is, go see this movie!!!!! So so good, I could watch it many times over. Definitely a favourite of mine that I've seen in a while!

Day/Night 2: figure skating and ice boat racing (world champs in Kingston- who knew??)

Skating in the square downtown. **Note: last time we attempted to go skating outdoors it was -23 degrees and was a total failure. This time around was MUCH more successful.

After figure skating, we walked over to Sipps for a cup of coffee or hot chocolate to warm us up! I got a peanut butter caramel latte (or something like that) and Storm got a hazelnut turtles latte. Unfortunately, we were not too impressed. This was our second time at Sipps and both times our drinks have been satisfactory at best, and the prices are quite expensive. I think the next time we try a new cafe we should just stick to the regular coffee haha specialty drinks don't seem to be much of a hit- save em for Starbs!!

Night 3: a pitcher of MGD at a local pub (Brass) and a great night with awesome company :) live music at Brass on Saturday nights too FYI 

What fun dates do you and your loved one enjoy doing in the winter time?? Post any ideas below!

Xoxo

Night Changes

So up until today (of course) there was barely any snow on the ground and it almost didn't even feel like winter.. times have now changed, and it is freezing outside!! Let's reminisce to warmer days shall we??

The cropped knitted sweater is one of my favs and was $10 from Urban Outfitters. Also from Urban Outfitters are my adorably cute cream coloured frilly socks (quite the description whewww). The skirt and scarf that I'm wearing are from Primark. I kept this outfit very neutral and wore a variety of beiges and browns. If only the ground looked like this right now!! Spring is just around the corner right??

My Everything

I am probably the worst blogger in the history of blogs. Well.. maybe not the worst, but I feel like being inconsistent with your posts probably isn't the best thing to do haha. So I apologize. Anyway, here is a cozy autumn look that is super easy to do (yes.. I realize it is now winter, but with no snow on the ground it does still feel a bit like fall, so that's my excuse and I'm sticking with it!).

This is an old knitted sweater of my mom's that paired well with my Joe Fresh leggings ($5) since it was a bit bigger on me and felt very relaxed and comfy. The boots I'm wearing are also my mom's and they are fantastic! Such a nice deep brown colour. If you have tiny little chicken legs like me *sad face* then these boots are perfect, because they are tighter than most around the calves. I always have a hard time finding tall boots that do not look ridiculous on my slender legs haha so I love these ones!! The beautiful scarf I am wearing is from a little vintage boutique and has so many gorgeous shades of brown in it, so it was a perfect way to tie all the colours together! I am also wearing "Sultry" by Revlon on my lips, which is a shade that I am obsessed with! It is perfect for fall/winter, and is super long lasting. I would highly suggest it!! A close-up of my make-up is shown below :)

Fall Fall Fall

Here's a recent fall look of mine! It was so much fun, and I got a lot of compliments on this look during Thanksgiving. I'm all about being girly but with a edgy twist, and I think this outfit did just that!

Turtlenecks for me are a major staple for fall/winter time. I don't do well with the cold, so I always bundle up as much as possible haha. This cropped cheetah turtleneck is super cute and is from Primark. Who says skirts are only for summertime? This is an old high waisted skirt of mine that worked perfectly with this outfit. It was from Stitches and is wayyy old (can't tell right?). Since I didn't have a pair of over-the-knee boots (which I need to invest in) I opted for a heel/long socks combo. The key is making sure that both shades of black match! These socks are from Primark. They are really cute and feminine having the bow hanging down at the back, but also a bit edgy with the black colour and texture.

Summer in Autumn

Here is a recent look I posted, back when the autumn weather was feeling a bit more like summer and little less like winter.

I love this top- I think it is so pretty and feminine, and I like all the pastel colours in it. It was $10 from Suzy Shier. It is hard to see in the photo (I should have moved my hair) but the back of the shirt is cut into a low V. The pants are also from Suzy Shier and were $5. These pants are very stretchy and jegging-like and the brown is perfect for fall. Finally, the blue wedges are from Payless Shoes and are American Eagle. I thought the blue wedge paired very nicely with the outfit and brought out some of the blue accents in the shirt!

Every effort matters

I can't believe how bad I've been at posting lately. It's been almost 2 weeks since my last post... Time flies. 

I'm kinda zonked right now *yes zonked is a word if you're wondering* so I leave you with this:

Don't ever discredit yourself. Some people may not understand or appreciate how hard you're working, but your efforts do matter! Everyone's different, and for some people, even just getting out of bed can be tough. Keep pushing, and remember to reward yourself for your accomplishments along the way, even as small as they may seem!

Happy Thanksgiving :)

Happy Thanksgiving!! There are so many things that I am thankful for, the most important one being my family! Hope everyone has had a wonderful weekend celebrating with their families, and remember to be grateful every day for what you have! I sure am :)

Sky full of stars

Hi!! Wow I have been lacking in the posts as of late, I've just been so busy! Here's a look from last week when we had some beautiful weather. It felt like summer but in fall! I guess Mother Nature is trying to make up for summer? Not sure if I forgive her just yet. Anyway, this was a very simple and feminine look but felt very fun at the same time!

The sparkly blue crop top was $5 from Forever 21. The cheetah skirt was $10 from H&M and has been featured in many of my outfits (as you may have noticed) because it is super versatile and can be paired with a variety of things. The heels are from The Shoe Company. Click above to hype this look!

Macaroons!

Last week for the first time ever, I tried making macaroons. What I thought was going to be a horrible mess, actually turned out to be amazing! I got a ton of good reviews and I definitely will be making more of them in the future!

For these macaroons you will need:

-3 1/2 egg whites 

-1/2 cup of granulated sugar

-1 tsp of vanilla extract 

-2 1/2 cups of unsweetened shredded coconut

-1/2 cup of chocolate chips 

Mix together the egg whites, sugar and vanilla in a bowl. Beat this for approximately 2 minutes until it appears almost bubbly. Add in the shredded coconut and chocolate chips slowly making sure every part is moistened. Then take small scoops and roll them onto a greased baking sheet.

*Note: if it is very sticky and moist while rolling the balls this is okay! It can get a bit messy though. Rolling isn't entirely necessary, I just wanted to avoid them from falling apart! Finally, bake at 325F for about 15 minutes or until golden brown. Take them out of the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet.

That's it!! Simple eh? Mine have been in the fridge now for 5 days and still taste great! 

I hope you enjoy this recipe and make some tasty treats! These could be a perfect little dessert to add for thanksgiving :)

EPIC WEEKEND

This was Tuesday's look. Very relaxed and cool but chic at the same time, no? I love fall! Such a beautiful time of year. Please hype below if you like this :)

The EPIC WEEKEND shirt was $4 from H&M and is super cute. My jeans are an old pair that I bought for $15 from Garage. I am loving ripped denim right now, and am actually working on a pair of my own which I will hopefully be posting soon! The grey cardigan is from Primark.

London Fashion Week

Hello!! It has been quite a few days since I last posted, so I thought I'd share a recent look. This was from last week and was very much inspired by London Fashion Week. This was a very girly outfit and was super fun!

The "London" shirt is from Primark. The red skirt was $20 from Urban Outfitters. This was a fantastic purchase, and was actually a gift for my sister Rachel, but she never wore it so I permanently stole it from her haha. It is very light and comfy, and the perfect way to spice up any boring outfit. The boyfriend blazer is from PINK by Victoria's Secret and is lined with polka dots on the inside, HOW CUTE?! I paired this outfit with white knee socks, a red bow in my hair, and a little pair of secretary heels. Cuteness Overload???

WOD

This was actually yesterday's WOD but I did not get around to posting it until this morning. Anyway, here it is:

Warm-Up:
1/2 mile run 
Max handstand hold

Workout:
AMRAP in 10 mins of:
10 box jumps
10 sit-ups with dumbbell
10 burpees

*NOTE: If performing at home, be careful with the box jumps and ensure that your "box" is sturdy. I unfortunately had an unsteady table topple over on me yesterday during the workout. Still got up and completed it though!!

Finish off with:
Max handstand hold
1/2 mile run (as hard as you can)

Cool down by walking and doing a quick stretch afterwards.

The one that's broken

Yesterday's outfit. I am loving fall! These are my favourite pair of pants- I love anything bedazzled or glittery, so these do it for me. Plus they are high-waisted, so it is the perfect combo!

These fabulous pants were $10 from H&M! The blue crop top was $5 from Urban Planet. The jean jacket is from Gap (quite a few years old but still good as new.. I would definitely suggest investing in one of these)! I am a frugal shopper and typically only purchase items that are on sale or greatly priced, but there are a few staple items in my closet that I paid a little more for, but have gotten SO much use out of. This jean jacket (which is a total necessity to any wardrobe in my opinion) was probably around $50, but I have had it for atleast 4 or 5 years. Yes...I have not grown much, so this works to my advantage when shopping haha.

Fall is in the air

This is yesterday's outfit! It was perfect for a nice fall day on a Sunday afternoon. I just can't believe that is is fall already! Last week I was wearing shorts, this week I'm wearing sweaters and boots. Craziness. If you like this look, hype below!

The very comfy and cute sweater is from Forever 21. I love anything loose and baggy, especially in the fall with leggings- comfort is key! The headband and accessories are also from Forever 21! The leggings are from Primark. The boots were purchased a few years ago from The Shoe Company. I must say, they have gotten a lot of use over the years from many of my family members, and are still in good shape.

September tingz

This has been my first post in a while- September has been a crazy busy month so far! Here's a quick update on what has been happening :) 

For labour day weekend, our family went on a roadtrip to Bissells Hideaway! My zio rented out the entire hall, and all day long we barbecued, chatted, and played sports outside. It's a great little place, I used to go all the time as a kid with one of my friends who had a trailer there. There's a large pool with slides and a play place for kids, an arcade room, horseback riding, zip lining, wall climbing, paddle boating, and a tuck shop! I had a blast from the past, when I got tiger stripe icecream from the tuck shop. It was seewwwww go0o0od!! 

After returning from our getaway, I spent my efforts on perfecting my barista abilities. Have I mentioned that owning a cute and quaint little coffee shop is like my dream job!? Hahaha. Now I've got the technique down, so I'm one step closer! ;)

Another one of the many things that I did during my blog hiatus was dyeing my hair!! For the first time! Virgin hair no more! Although it didn't turn out exactly as I had hoped, I couldn't be happier!

I was going for this: 

And ended up with this:

Not bad for my first dye job ever right!? I must admit that I was quite timid, so I think my downfall was that I did not use enough dye on my hair... But the result was very natural looking so I'm quite happy! It depends on the lighting, sometimes it looks lighter than others. Also, my hair looks a bit ratty in the above picture but this is due to me being in the car for 4 hours haha not from the dye!!

Perks of doing it myself

* I can choose how I want it to look

* only I am to blame if it turns out horribly

* Did not use any bleach- was only a colour!! No harsh chemicals!

* was able to watch bachelor in paradise while waiting for the dye to finish colouring my hair 

* only $15!!!!! HUGE SAVINGS 

Maybe I should go into hairdressing??? So many career paths to choose from haha ...

The last week I spent in Kingston and I was very occupied helping out with CrossFit Queen Street! As busy as my visit was, it was nice to get away! I'll have a separate post dedicated to that though- to come soon :) 

Shake It Off

The haters gonna hate hate hate hate hate and the bakers gonna bake bake bake bake bake. I'm just gonna shake shake shake shake shake. Shake it off, shake it off. This is a sporty yet still girly look. It was really fun!

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Crop top- $5 from Garage. Skirt- Aeropostale. Cardigan- Primark. Earrings- GUESS?. Shoes- Converse.

:)

Winona Peach Festival!

What an exciting weekend it has been! It was the one and only Winona Peach Festival! One of my favourite times of the year. I unfortunately didn't spend as much time at the festival as I would have liked, but I was still able to get my favourite treats in!

For those of you who don't know.. Panzerolli's are a thing. They are the best. It is basically a panzerotti but bite sized. And if you are not sure what a panzerotti is, it is pizza inside out (the cheese and sauce is in the middle of a pizza ball)! 

In addition to these delicious treats, I got my absolute favourite... The famous peach sundae!!! It is a huge cup of homemade vanilla icecream with slices of local fresh peaches topped with whip cream. It is to die for!!!

As always, I look forward to next year and hope I'll be able to catch "The Practically Hip" since I missed their show this time around. Hahaha

Bang Bang

Today's look! I'm sure I have mentioned this many times before, but I am a huge socks with sandals kind of girl. So whenever I have the chance to wear socks with heels, I go for it!