A Rainy Week for Shopping

Last week was filled with shopping (and raining).  On Monday I went sourcing for my Depop store.  I'm building up stock and starting to photograph everything for the 'grand opening'/ relaunch.  I found lots of goodies!  When I went to the store they had a sign up for their Summer Sale on Friday.  So of course I went back on Friday to pick up for gems.  I was ready to head out when suddenly there was this huge down pour of rain.  So, I got stuck n the store for a while.

 

Jumping to Thursday (because I didn't do anything memorable in those days between), there a vintage crawl event going on in downtown Toronto.  I went to Mama Loves You Vintage on Queen Street and a couple others in Kensington Market.  It was a last minute decision because I didn't find out about this until the day before.  I asked around if anyone wanted to join me, but the only person I could get to come with was my mom, cheers.  On the bright side she bought this beautiful faux snake skin bag from the 60s/70s from Mama Loves You Vintage and we both got clogs from Courage My Love.

Blouse: Thrifted from SA

Dress: InternetGirl via Depop

Tights: OU

Clogs: Courage My Love

Purse: Vintage Farnell Purse made in Paris and thrifted from VV

Here I am once again...

It's a Friday morning and I'm at the Salvation Army!

 

Every Saturday morning I volunteer with the Toronto Cat Rescue.  These two guys greeted me when I came in.  Meet Sherman (Top) and Fluffly (Bottom).

I'll conclude this post with a rainy Sunday.  Sena and I went to the St. Lawrence Antiques market in the morning.  We stopped at Tims for breakfast and sit by the window watching the heavy rainfall.  This day was kind of disaster.  The Pride Parade was also scheduled to happen in the afternoon.  We cut our plans sorts and just headed back home.  On my way home the rain cleared up lol.  What do you know...

Anways,

I'm officially on summer vacay!  Your girl graduated!

I'm also typing this up on a library computer and wearing a necklace.  I never wear necklaces, but I guess I just have that much time on my hands now lol.

Sophia

Weekly Round Up #4

OLD SCHOOL It's been a super long time since my last Weekly Round Up.  Looking back at it, my style and writing since has definitely changed.  I've been editing a lot of my photos on Photoshop because I'm on the 30 day free trial and it's been a blast.  It takes longer to complete a post but I love the uniqueness I get to express.  I'm trying to make my blog mine.  As in, I want to add more of my personality into it.  Not just my style, but my astetics.  As of late, it's been more old soul.  I think I've reached this point where I'm getting sick of the typical, trendy, ascetics that never fails to pop up on my Instagram.  The boyfriend jeans, Stan Smiths, and Daniel Wellington watches.  You know I'm talking about.  

It wasn't this week (however I feel the need to mention this), but I started to declutter my life from all that.  All the simplistic, white themed, pleasing-for-awhile accounts and started surrounding myself with accounts that truly gave me inspiration on what I want to wear in the morning.  I get tired of seeing those been-there-seen-those accounts.  I prefer following accounts with wacky personality, filled with colours and life.

The roses in the picture above came in a floral arrangement my mom brought home from work.  She explained to me how every Friday her office throws the arrangement out and gets a new one Monday.  But, they are still gorgeous when they get dumped and some flowers haven't even gotten the chance to bloom.  It's such a waste.  I'm really glad she took them home this week.  I separated some into old empty jars and placed them around the house.  This one resides in my room.

My mom, sister, and I went to a Malaysian restaurant where we tried their nasi lamak and asam laska.   Two very popular and super tasty Malaysian dishes.  Here's the sunset after our meal.  The city isn't only skyscrapers and pollution (ish).

LEFT This Lavender Hand & Nail enriching cream by Soap Stories amsterdam (I don't think they have it online) was gifted to me form my mom for my birthday.  My hands have always been unfortunately really dry and now a days I'm really noticing the lines on my hand which is scaring me to be honest.  I really needed a moisturizer for them and I was so grateful to receive this.  I use it everyday now.

RIGHT I found an old pair of Tommy Hilfiger jeans last week that were red but had already been cropped to the knee.  They were previously in storage for who knows how many years and had this really musky old smell.  I had an idea to transform them into a denim skirt because I thought that way I would get the most use out of it.  I popped it into the washer and thus began another sewing project I was thrilled about.  Enthusiastically, I wore it to school Thursday.  

When I got to my locker in the morning to get my books and everything, I squatted down to reach my binders which are at the bottom of my locker and heard the most worrying sound of my skirt ripping.  The rip was probably and inch and I thought I looked cool and seemed to go with the distressed look.  Spoke too soon.  As the day went by, one leg stretch to another and the rip became even longer.  I though it couldn't get any worse.  Little did I expect that when I was walking home from school, I would slip on ice and split it even further.  So there you have it, an awkwardly long rip in my skirt that I have to now figure out a way to patch it up.  Any ideas/colour suggestions?

Yesterday, I also started watching Grey's Anatomy.  Yup, I caved.  I'd heard so many people at school buzzing about the show for years and always knew I wanted to start it but also knew I had a lot of other shows to keep on top of. (Ex. Criminal Minds, Baby Daddy, Pretty Little Liars etc.)  To date, Grey's Anatomy has 12 freaking seasons.  Which is one of the main reasons why I was a bit sceptical on starting it.  Well here we are.  I binged 4 episodes last night, (I'm currently on S01E05) and don't look forward to more procrastination.  What can you do...

do you have anything interesting planned for this week?  i personally am not excited to go back to school.

Weekly Round Up #3

I've been so inactive on my blog lately, or at least that's how I feel.  I wasn't able to post a round up last week and I don't think the week before either.  So, to make it up I thought I'd just combine all the pictures I've accumulated since my last round up.

This week I've been working on another Youtube video which will be what I wore the whole week (i.e. #OOTW)  It will be the second in it's series called "Seven Days In Outfits".  So, stay tuned for that!  I might just add the video to this post once I upload it, so you can be sure to check back Friday! The photo shown above is one of the outfits in the video because I thought I'd give you a quick sneak peak :)  I hope you guys find this post relaxing and inspiring an enjoy spending your time here on my blog! I truly appreciate all your comments and support and was overwhelmed with all the positive feed back on my previous post.

Sneak peak Okay, this is the last sneak peak because I'm going to upload the video Friday so come back then for more outfits and where they are from!

Nature's Green In a City A few days back I volunteered at a marathon for diabetes which took place at the most relaxing stunning park I've been to in ages.  It was so vast and full of green open space which is sadly getting more and more rare in the city.  If this view doesn't seem serene enough for you then I think the best way to solve that problem is to visit a park for yourself :)

He's Not A People Person  I went to the science centre for a school field trip and met this little guy... or girl...I don't recall.  I seriously tried to take a clear shot of him to show you all but I don't think he was wuite fond of pictures.  So, after 3 tries I let him have his own space.  Thinking back, I probably ow;don't want to be disturbed by a weird 9th grader.  I actually feel bad for him that he's stuck in a small glass box.  I wish I knew if they were treating him like a prince :(

Turtle: "Lady leave me alone."

Me: "Come on I just need one good picture."

Turtle: "Don't make me jump out of my tank. I don't want to have to say it again!"

Me: "Okay. Okay. Fine... Last one"

New Upload!  I also uploaded a new video to my channel so make sure you watch ittttttt!

Art?  I also want to mention that I've been tho the science centre way to many times to count and I have never seen this guy in my entire life!  I kinda wish they made this a print for a dress because that would be so cool.  Just imagine!  He kind of reminds me of the designs from Lazy Oaf.

 Mother's Day Breakfast In the midst of all this, it was Mother's day!  I used the banana pancake recipe from Blogilates and whipped of some delicious foooood!!!

EOS in "Vanilla Mint" (i.e. a life saver) My lips have been so chapped lately and it's really bad.  This lip balm has been a life saver and actually helps keep my lips moisturized!  I think I need to start drinking more water though!

Weekly Round Up #2

Welcome back everyone for yet another Weekly Round Ups post!  This week we could definitely feel the change in weather and there were days were the sun was shinning so bright and I could finally remember what it was like to feel the warm weather on my skin.

The picture above is a quick #FromWhereIStand Outfit of the day.  I decided to go floral on floral.  Loved how it turned out! Top: Winners Pants: H&M Sandals:American Eagle Jacket: Nevada

I hope you all enjoy this post and I'll see you in my next one!  

Click here to see my first Round Up post.

Vintage reads I picked up this book from the library because it's about a lady who loves to collect vintage clothing.  Here she talks about all the vintage clothing she's collected one by one and describes them, the owner, the price, and the year it was made.  It's really cool getting to know how people dressed back then and is very inspirational.  If you'd like to pick it up, it's called: The Costume Collector's Companion 1890-1990 by Rosemary Hawthorne.

Downtown art I also, did a little exploring with my friend downtown where there was so much lovely art every!  I had to take some pictures!  I also have an outfit post from this day that will be going up soon!

Furry friends I took a quick snapshot of this cutie!  Perfect timing because he was looking at my camera!  How cute. <3

Outfit of the day Here's another #FromWhereIStand  I was basing my outfit around my Demi Lovato Shirt which I already styled another way here.  I absolutely love my studded leggings from Forever21 and they go perfectly with this ensemble.  They're also perfect if you need to knee someone somewhere because those studs are really pointy!

Top: Demi concert Jacket: Nevada Necklace: H&M Leggings: Forever21 Sandals: American Eagle

Fashion designer reads  I also picked up this book when I went to the library.  I've been really enjoying reading it because each page talks about a designer that has influenced the fashion industry.  If you want to pick it up it's called: The 50 most influential fashion designers of all time by Bonnie English

It's very inspirational and I've really learned a lot and appreciate the designer's even more for what they have contributed and have discovered lots more.

Chanel 92200 Neuilly This whole week I've been solely winging my eyes with this silver eye liner pencil from Chanel.  I definitely blame this one on Coachella.  But I really enjoy it!  The silver really helps bring out my eyes.  It's so creamy, so pigment and so easy to work with.  I've had this bad boy for about 3 years now and it says it only lasts for up to 18 months.  Whoops.  But hey, it's Chanel.  I'm not just about to chuck it away.  I'm going to use it t'ill the last tip.

Instagram Lastly, I just want to thank you all for 1.3K followed on my Instagram!!! Thank you so much! <3

Weekly Round Up #1

THE FIRST OF ITS KIND If you read my SPRING GOODIES post it blogged about a few posts back, then this post might seem quite similar.  I'm thinking of doing a Weekly Round Up post at the end of every week or so.  But, life happens, so I might not be the most consistent person ever.  But I shall try my best!

So, here goes...

Dior Sunglasses Since Spring is gradually making its way around the corner, Mr. Sun Shine has pleasantly decided the grace his self in our presence.  Much appreciated.  Thanks to those sun filled days of joy, I can finally bust out my good ol' Dior Glasses I got not too long ago in fall 2014.  I love then so much because they aren't like your really basic Ray-Bans.  

I'm currently on the hunt for really statement sunnies that will definitely be a conversation starter.  I think I'm leaning towards the Quay sunnies.  They are really bold and I love the patterns they sell.  On top of that, they are definitely more affordable than designer ones.  Maybe they'll be mine one day when I decide to splurge.

Rustic a midst city life Multiple times this week, I've been passing by this store on route to my original destination.  There's something about the way his building stands beside all the other stores is so mystifying.  FYI it's right beside KFC.  So, you get what I mean?  Ya.  I'm actually so curious to see the inside.  Yes, I do realize it says "Plumbing Supplies", and yes I'll probably be disappointed.  So, I guess I'll stick to admiring its exterior aesthetics.

Clinique Mascara I usually use my Maybelline mascara, but I found this Clinique one laying around the house one day and tried it.  So far, I like it.  It separates my lashes and gives them volume.  Not so much length, but the formula is still really nice.

Clouds On my way home from school I noticed something very intriguing in the clouds.  Just the way they are formed and how they were so soft and cartoon like.  Has anyone every seen clouds like that? This picture definitely does not capture its mesmerizing beauty which is really sad, but I hope one day you guys see it.  It's a true beau.

Socks and Sandals This week I've have been going to school in socks and sandals.  Like, almost everyday.  Just ask anyone I know.  It's honestly the smartest fashion decision I made because I don't know about you guys, but when the weather starts warming up but is still chilly, I'm so tempted to bust my summer gear.  But I can't because as I am human it's just too cold to do so.  My solution is to wear kawaii socks.  It's comfy, warm and trendy (at least in my opinion).  I used to see guys in nike slippers and socks and never understood their reasoning.  Now I do.

Healthy chips Have you ever tried veggie chips?  I don't exactly know the "technical" name for them, but they look sort of like this.  The only difference is that this one is gigantic!  Definitely picture worthy and hella photogenic.  Like seriously, why can't I be this photogenic?  It's not fair, this is a freaking chip for crying out loud!

Clean & Clean Skin Care IDK what to really say about this except that it worked really really well on my forehead.  I originally used it all over my face, but it was really drying.  So now, I only use it where needed. I.E. my forehead.  And That's it.  Now my skin has really cleared up!

Epi Bread So, there's this bread store near my house and everyone raves about it.  I'd never been, but I was eager to find out what all the fuss was about.  Eventually, the opportunity presented itself and I hopped on the band wagon.  I can finally understand why everyone raves about it.  From the minute I walked in, the atmosphere smelled of pastries and fresh bread.  Heavily.