What I Bought in December + Boxing Day Haul

Well this is becoming a pattern isn't it ? I know I have left you guys for a while now and honestly I'm not even sure where the time went... I can't believe we are only a couple days away from 2014! 

I know I said I wouldn't buy anything much in December in my November post but I honestly couldn't resist the deals. Everything I bought this month was on major sale and with being at the mall constantly hunting down the perfect gifts for everyone I found myself shopping for myself more and more. In addition to all that I scored big during Boxing Day and really couldn't say no to anything. 

Cause it's: Work hard, shop harder. Right ?


1. JCREW - Gingham Dress Shirt (sold out)
Originally 59.50, bought for $10.99

this shirt isn't typically my style, but at $10.99 I couldn't say no, plus i always wanted to try that collared shirt under sweater trend.

2. JCREW - Buffalo Check Plaid Wool Peacoat Jacket Red (sold out)

Originally $400, bought for $100

I LOVE THIS. Again its a bit on the bolder side but there is just something about a statement coat that I absolutely adore.

3. American Eagle - Sequin Sweatshirt in Dark Grey

Originally $44.50, bought for $15 

If you can find this, buy it. It looks super cute on and is one of the comfiest sweatshirts I own.

4. American Eagle - Button Back Peplum Shirt in Dark Grey

Originally $39.50, bought for $13 

While you're at Aerie/American Eagle buy this too. If traditional peplums look weird on you like they do on me give this shirt a chance, I love the fit and it is the softest thing.

5.GAP - Eversoft Open-Front Cardigan in Mint

Originally $59.95, bought for $15.99

I ruined my other mint cardigan so this was a must.

6. GAP - Navy Knit Dress (sold out)

Originally $79.95, bought for $23.99

I can never say no to a well made inexpensive dress, this one is great for work and super cute with a belt.

7. GAP - Ultra Skinny Pants in Khaki Green 

Originally $64.95, bought for $16.49

These are super comfy and make your butt look great !

8. GAP - Sparkle Circle-Hem Cardigan in Dark Grey

Originally 59.95, bought for $17.99

I love sparkly things.

9. GAP - Navy Glitter Loafers (sold out online)

Originally 39.95, bought for $9.98

Again, I love sparkly things

10. Banana Republic - Zig-Zag Open Cardigan
Originally $185, bought for $49.98

I bought this solely based on an outfit I saw one of the sales girls were wearing, she looked amazing in it and when I asked if was in store she brought me to the last one in my size, so I took it as fate. 

The next day, I duped her exact outfit. Needless to say I love this sweater.

11. Ever New - Amie Embossed Scuba Dress in Blueberry (in stores only)
Originally $84.99, bought for $34.95

Again, I can never say no to a nice well priced dress!

12. Ever New - Jennifer's Boyfriend Cable Cardi (in stores only)
Originally $89.99, bought for $29.95

After I bought this sweater I saw the name was Jennifer's Boyfriend which was funny cause this was my boyfriend's favourite item.

13. Ever New - Rena Embellished Shoulder Tee (in stores only)
Originally $49.99, bought for $14.95

I love shoulder details, I think it adds so much to a simple shirt.

14. Ever New - Kristie Leather Slipper in Leopard (in stores only)
Originally $79.99, bought for $29.95

I got these to replace my old ones and the cool thing about these is that they are textured

15. Dynamic - Mint Blazer (in outlets)
Originally 42.50, bought for $15

I know this is completely inappropriate for the season but I couldn't help myself. If you can't already tell my favourite colour is mint and I have been looking for it in blazer form for the longest time.

16. Winners - BLISS Rubberizing Mask x2 (in stores)
Originally $38, bought for $14.99

Bought it, tried it, went back for seconds. 

Its funny cause some of the exact same masks were priced at $16.99 and only a couple were priced at $14.99 so naturally I went for the cheaper ones.

17. Marshall's - ST. Tropez Tanning St. Tropez - Self Tan Bronzing Mousse
Originally $38, bought for $19.99

I've heard great things about this product and I always wanted to try it, so I thought why not for half the price.

18. eBay Necklace 

won for $5.99

I bided on this necklaces not thinking I would win, but now seeing it in person now I'm so glad I did. I can really tell this will be a new favourite.

So that's everything Beauty and Fashion related for December, hopefully next month post won't be so large.

CHEERS, 

jennifer :)

Time - An Explanation & Update

My exams were done and over with on Dec 4th and I had every intention to blog regularly again, I even had a plan in place to for a new blog post everyday of December.. But what happened ? I have no idea. One moment it was Dec 4th and now theres only a couple of days left in 2013.

This month I planned to do it all. I wanted to do all the Christmas festivities that I never got to do before, I wanted to sleep in and over 8 hours everyday, I wanted use this winter break to learn more about the design programs I've been dabbling in, I wanted to workout and get a head start on my new years resolution to "get fit", I wanted to do so much but ended up half/barely starting everything. 

Planning to do things and actually getting things done are things a struggle with the most. More often than not I find myself ignoring the things a want to do (blogging, learning, exercising) and wasting time on useless things (online shopping, youtube, pinterest, other internet black holes.) With the year coming to a quick end its hard to believe that another 365 days past by, although I feel like I've made steps in the right direction but I am no where near where I want to be.

I order to change this habit I want to challenge myself next year to create more than just a list of things I want to get done but make a timeline and develop a step by step guide as well. Hopefully this will make it better and when I start to see more little things being crosses off it will motivate me to cross off the bigger things.

Because honestly speaking there is enough time in the day, I just don't make use of it efficiently.

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Did you get done everything you wanted this year?


Cheers, Jennifer

Five Things in November & Recap

Last Month I said October was a long month, although November was better it was still very very long. From the endless paper and projects occupying my time throughout the month, it was difficult to do much else beside study and go to work.

Going to work in the morning and school in the evening was really starting to take its toll on me but I made it through and now I have almost 5 weeks of no classes to look forward to! In addition to that am done all my classes and only have one more exam to write and I will be a free. And even more exciting news is next semester will be my last semester, come April 2014 I will be free from everything school related! 

Im really excited that its December, it truly is one of my favorite times of the year !

Without further delay my 5 things this month were:

1. Sonia Kashuk Eye Makeup Remover from Target.

Before Target came to Canada I would stock up on this whenever I was in the States, but during my last couple of trips they were all out and I had to try something new, but this month I finally got my hands on it again and its never felt so good to be reunited with it. I've tried a lot of Drugstore ones and nothing compares to this one so far. 

2. JCREW Statement Necklace Dupe from eBay 

I got this at the end of October and let me just say, this goes with everything ! From T-shirts to Dresses I have definitely have over worn this beautiful thing this month. Best $10 I've ever spent. 

3. The Righteous Body Butter from Soap and Glory 

I've only tried a handful of body butters but so far this is the best one. It absorbs quickly, leaves a wonderful smell and super soft skin, what more can I ask for. 

4. YSL Rouge Volupte Shine Lipstick in #13

Love the colour and it comes it super fancy packaging. 

5. NARS One Night Stand Cheek Palette.

 This thing has everything, and I love all the colours in it !

Thats all for this month, thanks for reading :)

Cheers, Jennifer

What I Bought in November + Black Friday Haul

November for me consisted of the Sephora VIB Sale and Black Friday. This was my first year going Black Friday shopping partly because no one ever wanted to venture down to Seattle with me (I'm Canadian) and two we don't have Black Friday usually. This year all the Vancouver Malls broke did Black Friday which was great for Christmas Shopping and myself but terrible for my wallet. Let's just say December will mainly consist of finishing off Christmas gifts so I wouldn't expect a 'What I Bought in December.' Must resist Cyber Monday...

I won't bore you with what I got from the Sephora Sale again because I already did a post about that here, so read if you please.

1. Ankle Boots - 'Antall' from Call it Spring for $20.00 originally $70.00

I've been looking for a pair of ankle boots for DIY projecy (will post soon) and these were the perfect price, not the exact style I wanted but who can complain when you get real leather/suede boots for $20! I was surprise to learn they were real leather too until the cashier pointed it out to me!

2. Pearl Adorn Sweater from Smart Set - $27.90 originally $45.00

To me smart set was always a mom store, but a randomly walk in cause they were having a 40% percent off sale and found this pretty sweater, I also found a beautiful sweater for my sister for Christmas. 

Its much prettier in person, the pearls are white and not as dark as the photo.

3. Betsy Zip Back Dress from Ever New - $40.00 originally $89.99

4. Andrea Jacquard Skirt from Ever New for $25.00 originally $69.99

I love this skirt, although its a bit spring/summer the gold threading in it makes it perfect for New Years if I dress it up a bit. I was going to buy this skirt when it was on sale for $50 but decided to take my chances and I am so glad I did. 

5. Luxe A-Line Dress w/ Belt from Forever 21 for 28.78 originally 33.80

I'm going to a Winter Ball (Boyfriend's work party) next weekend and have been on the hunt for the perfect dress and I think this is it, Ill try and do a outfit post on the day of but I am so bad at taking photos #bloggerfail.

6. Crew Neck Top for Old Navy for $4.50 originally 12.50

This was an impulse buy, I was in there buying gifts for other people and was sucked in. I already have a striped top that looks just like this... again #fail.

What Black Friday Deals did you get ? 

Cheers, Jennifer :)

Gift Ideas for Her

With Christmas only month away now, it seems like everyone has caught the holiday bug.

I thought I would kick off the countdown with "Gifts Ideas for her" post

I directly linked to all the items I showed but I think anyone of these items where ever they might be from would have a great gift idea. Remember that a gift from the heart will triumph any of these items.

 

Throughout the next 30 days ill be posting other gift ideas as well as sharing what I will be getting myself this year so stay tuned !

 

Happy Shopping & let me know if you ended up getting or receiving any of these items this year !

 

1. Rainboots

2. Cable Knit Sweater

3. Statement Watch

4. Cute Mug

5. Sparkly Earrings 

6. Fancy Lipstick

7. Desk Calendar 

8. A Makeup Set

9. Ring Holder

10. A Big Scarf

11. A Statement Necklace

12. A Tote Bag

Lovely Links

Inspired by the wonderful Cupcakes & Cashmere "Links I Love"

I thought it would be fun to share some of my favorite links this week.

1. DIY Smoking Slippers - I actually thought about doing this with bows a couple months ago but i bought some instead. This is such a wonderful idea by Cupcakes and Cashmere !

2. I hoard mugs & this one is definitely one my list from Starbucks

3. Where all by free time has gone, you can literally find anything - eBay

4. Be that girl via College Prepster - great tips in succeeding in the workforce 

5. Another Beautiful Mug - Shopbop

6. Great tips just in time for paper madness via Paper N Snitch 

Thats all for this week !

Have a wonderful week end :)

Cheers, 

Jennifer :)

My Favorite Work Pants

The majority of my summer I have spent working and although my office is business causal, people here tend to dress how they like, we have agents that wear swim shorts and t-shirts to people in full on suits.

Before this summer I only worked one 'business' day a week (I worked the weekend too but it was unwritten rule that weekends were wear whatever you want to the office day, pjs included !) but because I was in the office more and I had a more 'important' position I wanted needed to vamp up my wardrobe. I want to fall somewhere between swim shorts and suit (leaning more towards suits). It was then that I was introduced to Minnie.

I first met Minnie last summer down in Portland, Oregon at a JCREW Factory outlet. I originally found out about her through the wonderful world of YouTube (I'm addicted to haul videos) and was thrilled when she was at the outlet for an extra 30% off. So how could I say no?

Next thing you know, I now own 4 pairs (3 Minnie's, 1 dupe). What I love the most about these pants are you really don't have to break the bank for them. I have gotten all of mine on sale ranging from $10 dollars to $55)

They feel like leggings, the crop hits you perfectly (sometimes you need to adjust it), they look professional, and most importantly don't break the bank.

Here are my tips to scoring your own Minnie's

1. JCREW factory  the Minnie Pant

why I love it:

-They are an exact dupe for JCREW Minnie pant 

-The factory store consistently has 40-50 percent off sales

-The factory store sells them in wearable, staple colours.

(I've got my navy ones for $55 and my black ones for $45) 

2. JCREW sale

Why I love it:

-You can find fun colours

-If you wait till there super sales (extra 40%) you can find some for super cheap, were talking $17 cheap.

(I got my royal blue ones for $17)

3. Dupe it.

After my life altering discovery of these wonderful pants I start seeing them everywhere at every price point and in tons of different colours.

My own dupe is from Old Navy and they are called "The Diva Skinny-Ankle Pants."I have these in a dark grey and paid $10)

I've gotten my sister a dupe pair at Banana Republic and they are called "Sloan fit slim ankle pant." I paid $45 for hers.

And finally I was lusting over a couple pairs (mint and red) on Aritzia site when they were on sale but regrettably decided against them. They are called the "Elliot Pant" 

All the store i've mention have wonderful sales and you can often find them for more 50% off !

& that ends my tribute to my favourite work pants.

Cheers, Jennifer