Shop the look here.
jacket: Choies
top: Oasap
skirt: Sheinside
purse: Oasap
sandals: Sheinside
sunglasses: Romwe

"I only got 10 likes in the last half hour, do you think I should take it down?"

Story of our lives, glued to Instagram or Facebook. But that's life, now! We are all addicted to social media. And our jobs now require us to work from computers and laptops for, like, 8 hours a day (that's a third of your day!!!). When you calculate how much time you spend looking at a screen vs another human being, it's cray. Bet you don't even remember how ugly your brother is.

(Not so) fun fact: 150 times. That's the average number of times you'll ogle your instafeed and sext text your bf in a day.

 

It's time to improve the quality of time we spend in a virtual universe. It's time for, drum roll please...

 

E-POLETTE.

 

(duh-duh-duhhhhh)

 

These awesometacular specs are made specifically to protect your peepers from the artificial light and blue glare of your computer/phone. The polarized lenses act as a filter and transform the blue light into natural light...helping in the elimination of migraines and eye strains that you are most probably experiencing, you instah*e. Did I mention they look amazing? So trendy, you gotta get a few pairs. They're non-prescription glasses, for all you faux-hipsters out there. Go ahead, I dare you to treat your baby blues.

 

Here's a little help. Use coupon code "Coconut" (valid for 10 days on all online catalogue items except for the sales category) at check-out and receive a 30% discount!

 

 

Now, West and Adidas release the second sneaker developed in their close collaboration: the YEEZY BOOST 350. Launching globally on June 27th, the trainer features an upper composed entirely of Adidas primeknit: a breakthrough material developed using the latest digital engineering methods to fit like a second skin.

 

The YEEZY BOOST 350, retailing for $285CAD will be available on June 27th at the Adidas Originals stores in Vancouver & Toronto, adidas.ca, Footlocker, Champs and select independent retail stores across Canada.

The first thing anyone notices in a bedroom is the bed.

For the past few years, people have been opting for upholstered headboards rather than the ones that match the remaining of their furniture. Totally understandable. It makes any bed look comfy and polished. It's much more comfortable to lean on when watching TV or reading. And it's just an overall prettier focal point.

When my husband and I got married 7 years ago, this trend had not hit yet. Therefore matching bedroom sets were still the way to go. We went with a 4 piece medium brown wood set. Bed, two night tables, and a dresser. Luckily the set itself is very nice and wood never goes out of style however the headboard has been bothering me. It just felt unfinished.

My problem is that I didn't want to remove and trash our current headboard because it is still a nice set, plus if ever we want to sell it, it would be nice that we have all the pieces. We also had no room to store it. So basically removing it was out of the question. So the only thing that came to mind was, "What if we made some sort of a box headboard that will go over our current one?...like a sock on a foot." Great idea right? Wrong! I searched high and low for someone who can do that for me but everyone thought I was weird. I thought it was a brilliant idea but whatever! I even considered making it myself but 1. Ain't nobody got the time for that. And 2. I wouldn't even know where to begin. I gave up :(

One day, someone posted this gorgeous photo of her work, tufted headboard, chairs, etc. on Facebook. I immediately contacted her to find out if hopefully she can bring my idea to life. And finally...MY DREAM IS POSSIBLE! It took a girl to make it happen..go figure :)

She came over, measured my bed, I chose my swatch, showed her a photo of a headboard I had in mind, took her suggestions and voila...in a matter of 8 weeks, I finally got what I wanted. She made a box with wings, tufted headboard in a gorgeous linen fabric, that fit right over the original headboard without damaging it. I couldn't be happier with the results! Working with Gina from OMG-Headboards was a joy. My husband and I are already thinking about working with her for an end-of-bed seating. 

Shop the trend here (from top left clockwise):
Zooshoo
Schutz
Zara
Aldo
Steve Madden
Akira
Zooshoo





 

We love her like crazy, she deserves the world, and if you're like me, she's difficult to shop for. Mother's!! We literally would be nothing without them.

I always have a difficult time shopping for mine. She's not a fanatic of fashion and couldn't care less about spa's...I know what you're thinking, where the hell did you come from. We are complete opposites. But I guess that's why I love her so much :) She teaches me new things every day.

So what to buy the woman that is my ultimate counterpart? Something homemade and from the heart. Nothing says I love you more than a thoughtful meaningful gift.

So I gathered up a few ideas that I thought were pretty cool to gift your mom with this Mother's Day. Guaranteed smiles and hugs!

 

1. Cookie Cards
2. Confetti Pretzels
3. Rose Neapolitan Spritz Cookies
4. Map Plaque
5. Photo Magnets
6. Colour Coded Cutting Boards
 

What an awesome way to transform your tight old t-shirts that you love so much but would prefer a looser, breezier fit for the hot spring and summer months up ahead. Also a great way to incorporate the season's hottest "crochet/lace" 70's trim.

 

DIY tutorial here

Here's the scoop: I still love to play dress up. I'm married, and getting married was one of the best days of my life. Highlight moment? Picking out and wearing my wedding dress. Because I was Heidi Klum for the day and no one could tell me otherwise. When it comes to weddings and proms, getting the perfect dress is like getting half the work done. And it's also an occasion to be OTT (over the top) and do all that glam hair and makeup that goes with fabulous bridesmaid dresses, wedding dresses, prom dresses, you name it.

Shop here:
Zara
Durango
P.A.R.O.S.H
Saint Laurent
Choies denim shorts
H by Hudson boots


 

Shop here:
Valentino Rockstud
Charlotte Russe
 

Shop here:
pants
keychain
top
bag
shoes



 

 

Quit being so shady (see what I did there?).

 

Whether you have 20/20 vision or you can't see shieeettt, everyone needs a pair of shades. Sunglasses are like, the only thing you can mess around with an not care, because they are the ULTIMATE accessory (yes we luuurve shoes, but they're more of an investment). Sunnies are like, omg who cares, Sir, I'll get them in all colors, please. *walks out of the store in slow-mo*

 

I'm obsessed with www.polette.com because they cater to my sunglass needs, unlike some people. I'm hosting an awesome giveaway with them because I need new friends and it's your turn to win!!!

Here's the jackpot: you get a pair of specs or sunnies OF YOUR CHOICE #saywhat AND Polette is nice enough to adjust them to your sight because they feel bad for you they're amazing!!

 

Here's how to enter (like a boss): go ahead and like Polette's Facebook and follow them on Insta & Twitter. Then, go on their website and find your favourite glasses/sunglasses that you want to win. Copy the link and comment in this post! Easy peasy lemon sqeezy! Optional entries increase your chances of winning.

 

Good luck babes!

 

The must have sandal of summer...the Tall Gladiator Sandal.

 

Top row from left to right
Madden Girl
Charlotte Russe
Zulily

Bottom row from left to right
Topshop
SimplyBe
Charlotte Russe




 

There is never a "light at the end of the tunnel" when it comes to home décor. There's always something more you want to add or change. And by the time you think you're done, you're now fed up of the first thing you changed therefore you want to change it all over again. Or maybe that's just me. I learned to now take my time, work on one room at a time, and create mood boards to see the full picture beforehand. I also like to shop for the best deals. Some call me cheap, I call it frugal :) In come the reason behind this post.

A couple of months back, Amelia had graduated from a crib to a bed. Leaving an empty wall at the foot of her bed and enough room to just walk. Therefore I couldn't put any piece of furniture. "What to do with this big blank bore" I was thinking as I was staring at the sky high pile of books on the floor. Book shelves of course. So off to Ikea we went and purchased 3 picture ledges at $16.99/ea and used them to hold her books. She loves picking out her bedtime story and looks at her books for a few minutes like she was shopping for a pair of shoes..lol

This now leaves us with empty space above. We didn't want to place another shelf as it would be too difficult for even me to get a book. So instead, we hung wall art. Again, Ikea to the rescue. We purchased 3 frames to match the ledges, at $12.99/ea. I'm quite picky on art therefore I just went on-line and found free printable ones. Yes you read right, FREE! Voila! Her room is now complete :)

 

Put away your frayed denim skirts because it's all about the "clean jean" skirt. But wait for it...with buttons!

Button down skirts are the hottest rage. Length don't matter and neither does fabric but it's got to have buttons going down the front center. Denim and suede however are the most popular choice. And yes again, all due to the 70's fashion trend this season. However I do see this skirt trend going through Fall as well. So get on it ladies.

 

1. M&S

2. Topshop

3. Zara

4. Topshop

5. Topshop

6. Miss Selfridge

 

 

Emma Roberts was spotted at LAX on April 6th wearing this effortlessly cool casual outfit. A great outfit for travelling as it's stylish yet comfy.

overalls: Topshop

t-shirt: Pieces

scarf: Forever 21

bag: Longchamp

sunglasses: Westward Leaning

boots: Choies

The Coachella countdown is on. I will not be there but will be living the dream vicariously through my Instagram feed of the lucky cats who are attending. I digress!

So "festival season" will be commencing in less than a week and you still have no idea what to wear. Here are a few ideas among many that I have floating in my head if I were to be going but am not...ok I'll let it go :(

As I'm sure you've seen on your instagram and blogroll feeds, many fashionista's are donning lace-up ballet flats. The laces give this classic shoe shape an edgy revamp. 

They can be worn with dresses to create a pretty outfit for a brunch date or perhaps a picnic date, which I feel more men nowadays should get in the habit of instigating. Or liven up a basic tee and boyfriend jeans ensemble for a cool everyday look.

My point is, if you haven't caught on yet...get the damn shoes! They are a must for Spring/Summer 2015.

1. ASOS
2. Madewell
3. Aquazzura
4. Madewell
5. Nelly
6. Jimmy Choo
7. Stuart Weitzman
8. Aldo Shoes