2 New Bags within 2 Weeks...

I think I need to stop buying.

Actually, I don't even think I should be blogging NOW. When I have a midterm, an assignment due AND a project to work on (among all things). A girl just needs some downtime to share her happiness though, no?

I've been meaning to puchase a Longchamp Le Pliage and/or a Le SportSac for awhile...wanted some of that lightweight nylon for school/travelling. I actually decided to go for the Longchamp, and guess what?

A Tokidoki Le SportSac popped up when I was least expecting it.

I used to shop at Winners (Like Kohl's in the U.S.? Basically different brands send their 'ends' there for discounted prices) when I was in elementary-middle school. Early on, my mother taught me the importance of getting good quality/brands for a fraction of the price. Well, I've barely gone since, and at my recent stop at Winners, not only did I find out they carried designer brands (which I'm sure most of you know by now), but they also opened a new and improved beauty department!

So, I left with an Adios Star BV Tote, a Carita Paris cleansing milk, and a huge bottle of Decleor Paris cleansing water...all for less than $200.

My second bag arrived today! I've been eyeing the Gerard Darel 24 hr. St. Germain bag for ages....and it's mine now! I'm a bit disappointed though...I was expecting it to be bigger, with smoother/squishier leather....the interior was not that nice too. I was expecting more for a 300 Euro bag. *sigh* It smelled funky too, not the type of leather smell that I usually like...I guess when you have 'high hopes', you'll also get disappointed more easily.

Well, no more bags for the rest of the year! That is my goal.

*winks* that means I only have to wait 2 more months....

P.S. Pics will come later...can't find my camera!

Happy Halloween?

Ok..so this post is not related to fashion or deals or anything of the like. My family hasn't passed out candy in a few years...so I decided to be nice and give out some candy this year! However, since I wasn't home, I put some candies in a jack-o-lantern plastic bucket (remember the one from McDonald's?) and put it outside on the window ledge so people can take some. I trust that humans are good and so left it there happily this morning.

When I came back just now, not only did all the candy disappear (which is a good thing), but MY PRECIOUS PUMPKIN BUCKET is gone too!. Ahhhh I should've known not to put something so cute outside...but I didn't believe how GREEDY people could be. I'm already giving you free candy and you take my bucket too?!?! My parents actually did this before when I was little...and we even got candy in return! Fast forward 10 year later to 2007....they take everything.

GAH! Kids these days just aren't like what they used to be.

Ok..rant over.

Hope you all had a fun halloween! I saw some pretty funky costumes today (Sailor, Clown...Cow..hahaha)!

Moral of the story: Short and simple. Please don't be greedy :)

Pic from x-entertainment (it's not x-rated....i googled mcdonalds pail to land there).

Forever21 Canada Deals

Ok...so Forever21 opened in Toronto awhile ago...I'm sure most of you know that.

They also have the "Uptown Dress" as their "Brilliant Buys" for $15.50 CAD. Ok.. GREAT DEAL! YES!...I thought it was just an online exclusive thing (yes..I know that was not stated on the site...i ASSUMED which means I made an as-...never mind...). It's NOT!. They actually have this deal in stores. Unfortunately, this notice is a bit late as all the colours and sizes are picked over.

I think they only have black left..and no more smalls..but otherwise, they still had a big rack of these left.

SO hurry up and snatch one!...or you can wait until the next bargain buy and be assured that they'll have it in store. (Cos I hate buying online..don't know about you.)

Also, for those who DO like online shopping. Take advantage of their 20% off with $50+ purchase promo for the new opening of the Canadian online store. With shipping charges...it comes to be about the same as buying it in store...but at least you'll get your size and colour. (No coupon code required, once you hit over $50, the discount will apply).

Forever 21 Canada site

A Solution for Dry Skin?

Dry, itchy, sensitive skin? I think it runs in my family or something...unfortunately.

I got the Skin MD Natural lotion awhile ago...but a product junkie like me sometimes has too many different creams lying around the house that I totally forgot about it!

Thankfully, as I was clearing up my desk, I found this....and boy, am I ever glad I did! I hate the greasiness of body butters even though they're excellent moisturizers...love the fast absorbing, lightweight properties of a lotion but it doesn't seem to be moisturizing enough. Can you say picky? Many lotions that are scented and smell wonderful at first...but by the end of the day you can get this 'icky' smell.

Skin MD Natural shielding lotion is different. It's texture is light and serum/emulsion like which means super fast absorption...and it works!. I looked at the list of ingredients and found all the main ingredients to be natural skin soothers like Aloe Vera, Vitamin E and Arnica. I love how it's unscented. It can also be used on the face, hands and body. Gotta love a multi-tasker!

I have to admit...the first time I used it, it didn't seem that special aside from being perfect for sensitive skin. My skin is not that sensitive (just dry on the legs and elbows) so I gave it to my mom. Sometimes, it's not about the packaging, advertising or lots of fancy frills. This is genuinely a good product, and the more you use it, the better the effects (over time).

So if you've tried every lotion out there and are still seeking the perfect, lightweight supermoisturizer...perhaps give this one a shot.

Read how it works here.

Esprit and Lacoste Shoes Warehouse Sale

Need I say more? (oh..and click image to enlarge.)

I won't be checking it out though as neither brands interest me enough to push through crowds...but I heard that the prices for the Lacoste shoes aren't bad (if you find your size).

This or That?

Sorry for the lack of updates! Crazy busy w/ school, work, and some extra tasks. Doesn't help that I also got into a car accident last weekend...but I'm thankful cos I'm still in once piece. No broken bones, no nothing...just a little strain here and there.

Anyways, I took pictures of some of my loot from my trip to the States...but I can't seem to locate them on the computer....

SO.....I've decided to ask for some help from readers instead.
YSL 'White Gold' Lip palette.....vs....Dior 'DiorLight' lipgloss pendant...

I've started collecting the limited edition makeup from Dior ever since the release of the Princess Ring....but I'd like to branch out since I've never tried YSL makeup (besides touche eclat)...

Any suggestions on which one to get? (And no...I can't buy both.)

Oh decisions!

source: nordstrom.com

BeautyBridge.com & 10% OFF!

Ok..enough of Sephora. We all go there and we love the selection they give us. However, there are many other sites and boutiques that carry brands we love with great promotions and offers!

One of these is beautybridge.com. Besides this site, they also have a boutique spa store, which means that they sell lots of products that may only be found in dermatologist offices and spas. They also carry the the whole lot of skincare, makeup, bath and body goodies, fragrances, tools/accessories and mmmmm...scented candles!

I especially love the fact that they stock a lot of quality brands that you can't find elsewhere like Lippmann nailpolish, favourites like L'Occitane, Dermalogica, Sothy's...and lots of other indie brands that I've never heard of...but am looking forward to try.

Of course...being the deal hunter that I am, freebies and promotions are a MUST to attract me to buy something. Beautybridge has just that. FREE U.S. ground shipping w/ any order! (that's right..no minimum purchase required!). Canadian shipping starts at $6.95...not bad huh? They also offer free samples when you make a purchase and have a regular promotions section and weekly offers section to scoop out on deals.

New customers also get 5% off their first order which is fantastic...but.....

since I love my readers and the people at beautybridge are great...you can now get 10% OFF for the rest of the month (October) with the coupon code save10. This is not promoted on the website..so consider yourself special :)

Happy shopping!