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i’m trying to pull myself away // i’m caught in a pattern & i can’t escape

August 5, 2010
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A long weekend Monday evening is a day to lounge around, catch up on emails, and stare at the growing pile of laundry to do…

Okay, maybe I’m the only one out there who hates doing laundry THIS much! It’s embarrassing to admit to all of you, but it’s the truth. My most hated chore is laundry, and I will do anything and everything to avoid it. I’ve even gone out and bought more pairs of underwear just to survive a few days longer. What is your least favourite chore?

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Glen Hansard – Trying To Pull Myself Away

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sometimes i can’t believe it // i’m moving past the feeling

August 4, 2010
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Triple posts today…that’s just how I roll! I am so behind on my outfits, tomorrow is actually my last day! Can you even believe that 30 days have gone by? Seriously don’t know where the time went…summer is almost over!!! I’ll be scrambling to bring you up to speed again tomorrow, but I think I work best under time pressure and deadlines.

Saturday was one of my favourite outfits of the 26 I’ve posted so far. When I first started the challenge I assumed that I’d lose all outfit creativity during the last few days, but I’ve almost gained confidence and really taken the challenging part of it to heart. Something as simple as adding the hat and red lipstick really livened up a dark colour palette. That hat was on sale at UO back in February for $5, so you can imagine my disbelief when she rang it in and the total was $2.80!!! Yes, the hat was regular $40, reduced to $5 and then 50% off that! Such a great deal, I wish that every time someone rang in my purchase that the total was half of what I expected it to be 😉

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Hat from Urban Outfitters // Loreal’ Penelope’s Red Lip Colour // Belt and Purse from Plum

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Arcade Fire – The Suburbs

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and i wouldn’t put my life in the hands of a stranger

August 3, 2010
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The plan on Friday was to go out to my parent’s house to eat their food, do some laundry, and catch up on blogging. Then I realized that my plan was wayyy too responsible and that I felt like drinking and relaxing instead. So Brandi and I thought we’d act like we were 16 again and go drink on the beach!

“I’ve got a water bottle full of vodka and I’m on my way to your house” – B (we’re all class)

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We grabbed a blanket and our best hippie/beach inspired outfits and headed to English Bay. We made a stop at the corner store to purchase our mix and stood outside Mac’s filling our drinks with vodka. We also took some shots…all or nothing, right? We made it to the beach in time for a gorgeous sunset and some awesome people watching.

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I cannot describe to you how much fun it is to sit on a beach with a girlfriend, just talking about everything and nothing. It’s so incredibly refreshing! There was no noise of a coffee shop or time restrictions at a restaurant. It was just us gossiping to each other (and probably everyone else on the beach around us…I’m sure they now know all my secrets haha)

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Our night of course turned into a slew of random adventures, which are probably only cool to Brandi and I. Although, one guy did tell Brandi that she looked like Zooey Deschanel, which I consider a huge compliment!

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While walking back to the skytrain, we were stopped by a man who was promoting a local bar. He handed us business cards displaying a picture of Colonel Sanders with an afro. He went on about how we seemed like we’d fit in at this party and that it was free. Brandi’s policy is to always say yes (within reason) so we had no choice but to give it a go. We walked down a flight of stairs into a scene out of a movie. It looked like we were in someone’s basement with a bar, strobe lights, and a dj….hilarious!

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We danced for a while, but it was just too weird of a scene for our liking. Perhaps if we’d been on drugs or with a large group of friends it would have been more appreciated, but we don’t do drugs and it was just us two. So we left after only like 20 minutes.

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Though we loved our hippie inspired outfits, we think that we’ll have to tone it down for next time so that we aren’t mistaken for girls who belong in an underground dance party!
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Sunglasses and Ring from Forever 21 // Headband from Barefoot Contessa

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Jaill – The Stroller

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q & a time

August 3, 2010
Hmm…weird that my initals are aq (q&a…haha oh nevermind) I was tagged by LizzyPunch to answer 8 questions about myself. Then I’ll come up with 8 more questions and tag 8 people to answer those 🙂

1. What the last movie you’ve watched?

Adam made me watch Snatch on Saturday because he couldn’t believe I’d never seen it. It wasn’t my usual cup of tea, but I did enjoy it!

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2. If you could only have one sweet for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Life could not go on without chocolate.

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3. Do you have a green thumb?

I seem to kill any plants I’ve ever owned. I am a plant murderer…

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4. Motto running through your head?

Lately I’ve just been trying to “stay true to myself”. I think it’s too easy to get caught up in what people think and comparisons etc. I need to constantly remind myself to not care what everyone else is doing or thinks, but that my own happiness is truly what matters!

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5. Calorie-burner of choice?

Since it’s summer I have been walking and running outside after work. I’m starting a pilates class in September and thinking about trying hatha yoga too, but we’ll see!

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6. Pencils or pens?

I think I’ll have to go with pens. I even do crossword puzzles in pen! Although they usually end up with a bunch of scribbles. Maybe I should start using pencils…

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7. If you could only wear one nail color, what would it be?

Ahhh, but I’m nail colour obsessed right now!!!! I’d have to go with American Apparel Mouse nail colour. It’s a purple-ish grey and I think could be worn all year.

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8. Would you rather waltz with a walrus or samba with a sloth? Why?

I would rather samba than waltz, so I’ll go with samba with a sloth. But I don’t know how awake the sloth would be…it might be more of a solo than a duo!

My questions pour vous:
1) Favourite type of food? (Italian, Mexican, Japanese, etc…)
2) If you were trapped on a desert island, which 3 cds would you choose to have with you?
3) Vintage or Brand New?
4) Favourite piece in your wardrobe right now and why?
5) If you had a choice to live for free anywhere in the world for a year, where would you go? 6) Coffee or Tea?
7) How do you express your creativity?
8) How would you describe your personal style?

I encourage all of you reading this to answer these questions, either on your blog or in the comments. I don’t know if I could tag 8 people, but I will definitely try to get SmellyDanielly, KisekaeDoll, MissMarlee, and Krista to complete this XOXO

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have you ever…

August 3, 2010
Day 22
Showed up to dinner wearing the EXACT same thing as the people you’re meeting with?

showed up wearing the SAME thing!!!!

We went to dinner with Adam’s mom, both his brothers, and one of his brother’s girlfriend. We went in two groups because some of them were at Cirque Du Soleil before. When they walked into the restaurant I was in shock. I couldn’t believe that not only were Katy and I wearing essentially the same thing, but so were our boyfriends!!!! It definitely made for a hilarious photo!

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Necklace and Belt from Plum // Matt & Nat Clutch

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i am no good for you // i’m seeing ghosts in everything i do

July 29, 2010
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I’m going to do things slightly differently and fast forward this outfit as Day 21, even though it was actually Day 23. Some of you may consider this a lie, but I really like to think of it as internet magic.

Since my photos have been non-existent for the past few days, I was super excited when Nicole of Le Mode Du Jour asked to meet up last night! It was the perfect opportunity for both of us to hang out in person and catch up on outfit photos. We grabbed a Starbucks and had a lovely photo walk around Commercial Drive. I took some amazing photos of her, but then again it’s not so difficult when you had such a gorgeous model! You can see some of the pictures of her outfit here. She’s just sooo sweet and adorable in real life and I’m super happy we were able to finally meet 🙂

I’m off to my friend’s boyfriend’s lacrosse game. Yes, you read that right…I’m voluntarily going to a sporting event. What do you wear to a hot and sweaty lacrosse box? Wait, more like what do you wear to a hot and sweaty lacrosse box when you only have 25 things to choose from?

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Bracelets from Forever 21 // Marc Jacobs Watch
Photos by Nicole

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Sia – Buttons

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little vision come shake me up // shake me up

July 27, 2010
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I read today on Vancity Buzz that Vancouver was voted one of the top beach cities in the world by National Geographic. Based on the backdrop of these photos, it would be hard to disagree! Spanish Banks on Sunday was so unbelievably gorgeous, I don’t even think I can accurately describe it to you. The tide was out so far we had to walk for a few minutes just to reach the water. Though it was super hot, a slight breeze made for a comfortable temperature. Even the water was warm and perfect for swimming! Seriously, I think I could sell some of the scenery photos I took as post cards…it was THAT amazing.

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My idea for this outfit was obviously beach inspired, please don’t think that I’d ever go pant-less to the grocery store 😛 I was so excited to incorporate something from my 30 for 30 into beachwear! The hat was a purchase a few months ago that I had, of course, not worn yet. But see, another perk of the challenge is that I’m forced to dig out those items that would normally be lost in a drawer somewhere.

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Hat and Bracelet from Plum // Joe Fresh Nail Polish

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I tried to take an artsy picture of Adam’s tattoo that he got right when we started dating. He’s been wanting to get another one ever since, and I’ve been meaning to get one for years. I just can’t quite settle on what I want for sure and it’s such a permanent thing, I don’t want to make a decision that I’d later regret. Years ago, I’d wanted my last name in Chinese letters but I feel like EVERYONE has Chinese letters that it wouldn’t seem authentic or original. I have enough trouble explaining to people that I’m Chinese already! I’m thinking now that I want little music notes behind my ear or something. So many options, but I have time to think about it…right? Do any of you have tattoos?

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I know it’s Tuesday now, but I really hope all of you had a great weekend as well 🙂 Sorry I’ve been behind on my blog reading, but I’m just starting to catch up again. So far I’ve seen some awesome 30 for 30 outfits…you girls make me want to SHOP!!!

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Wolf Parade – Ghost Pressure
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Day 18 and stuff

July 27, 2010
Sooooo I’m only about, oh I don’t know…say 4 days behind on outfit posts. Would you hate me if I said that I was gallivanting around town all weekend with my boyfriend and completely neglected my blog? The weather was too nice to be inside on my computer, but don’t worry…the guilt was with me all weekend!

There isn’t much to say about Day 18, because I think I kind of gave up on being creative on Friday. I did the unthinkable and just wore the same dress. I tried several combinations to try and make it look different, but I just couldn’t!!! So here we are, 16 days later and I’m wearing the same thing! Phewf…that wasn’t so bad, was it :)?

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These photos make me laugh because all I can hear is Tyra Bank’s voice telling me to “find the light”…which I clearly didn’t! Ohhh she would be soooo disappointed! Looks like I’ll never be America’s Next Top Model, which is a good thing because I’m Canadian…and clearly not a model.

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Hello light!!!

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Vintage Purse // Necklace from Forever 21 courtesy of Danielle and Claudia

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the night is young // i’m blacking out…but its been fun

July 23, 2010
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It’s a long story, but I ended up having today off work. I forgot how enjoyable it is to have a day off with zero plans or obligations. When I woke up, I was overcome by the rare urge to clean the house so I spent 4 hours cleaning every single thing in our house that could be cleaned. I know we moved in quite a while ago now, but it wasn’t until today that I did the last few chores to make our space feel complete. I think I’ll take pics of it for you all tomorrow, you MUST be curious 😉

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To say that I’ve been spoiled lately would be an understatement. I’ve won things on Twitter from The Commodore, and Vancity Buzz. And now, I won a gorgeous House of Harlow key cocktail ring from Le Mode Du Jour. Nicole from Le Mode Du Jour is so incredibly sweet – thanks again! The ring is ahhhmazing and I can’t wait to wear it in an outfit post, you will love it!

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Necklace from Barefoot Contessa // Ring from Plum

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I was trying to stay true to my budget and choose between Wolf Parade at The Vogue this Sunday or We Are Scientists at The Biltmore on Tuesday. After a pro and con list and a Twitter poll, Adam and I have decided to go to We Are Scientists. We both saw them a few years ago when they were touring with The Stills and Kings of Leon, but when I saw them it was at The Paramount in Seattle in an assigned seat. We Are Scientists deserves a dance floor and a funky venue like The Biltmore. I’m so excited, it’s going to be a huge dance party 🙂

We Are Scientists – This Scene Is Dead

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