living for the thrill of it

Zara top, Mackage jacket, H&M x Marni pants, Chloe heels, Ray-Ban glasses, Michael Kors watch

I'm alive! Something about this record-breaking warm weather is making me feel exponentially more energetic. And these light silk patterned pants from the H&M x Marni collaboration so perfectly fit the rising temperature. These were one of two items that I ended up keeping after I braved the lines before work. The launch coincided perfectly with my birthday so I kind of had to make a point to treat myself to something. Especially with the 60-70 hour work weeks that I've pulled recently.

And back I go to reading A Game of Thrones with the windows wide open. How excited are you for season two?! Not that I'll have read the second book by April 1 but regardless I'm pumped for some HBO fantasy epic goodness.

i could see for miles, miles, miles

UniQueen blouse, Old Navy cardigan, Wilfred coat, Topshop shorts, Aldo boots, Michael Kors watch

Another great basic with a fun twist from UniQueen. As convoluted as the word "juxtaposition" is, this really is an amicable combination of classic and wild (because we all know too much sparkles left alone will only be horrifyingly referred to as "Ke$ha-chic"). Wore this to dim sum last weekend with my now favourite Wilfred cocoon coat. Its the perfect shade of camel and surprisingly warm. This was my third coat this winter. And I say, "was" because I ended up buying another one two weeks later. I seriously have a weakness for jackets even when I can't justify another one. At least its basically winter 5/12 months here in Toronto *halfhearted cheer*

On a sort of related note (re: classy sparkly blouse), I've basically been marathoning Downton Abbey for the past two weekends. I love me some uptight British sass. If you're in the dark about this show, this Andy Samburg narrated SNL promo pretty much sums it up.

i'm in the crossfire dodging bullets

UniQueen top and coat, Cheap Monday jeans, Jil Sander wedges, Balenciaga bag, F21 necklace, Michael Kors watch

The temperature is dropping and I'm sick with a cold playing Scramble with Friends amidst a sea of tissues. Thank goodness for this coat from UniQueen - the high collar keeps out the chill and the thick material keeps me toasty during my commute. I've been wearing this and the soft beige top regularly to work for the past two weeks - great staples with a modern twist!

Also, I've been noticing that my ombre'd ends have been fading. Deciding between retouching or just finally getting a major haircut - thoughts?

happy lamentine's nay

Happy Valentine's Day!

From the two loves of my life: Alexander McQueen and Riccardo Tisci
(with blog title inspiration from the goddess Liz Lemon/Tina Fey)

we all look for heaven and we put our love first

Topshop dress and slippers, F21 cardigan and socks, Balenciaga bag, Michael Kors watch

Lazy Sunday catching up on two weeks worth of TV shows. Channing Tatum on SNL actually made me laugh harder than a lot of the recent guests. Not that that means that I'll start watching any of his sappy films but at least its nice to know that he's got more comedic and acting range than his roles let on.

Currently smitten with this printed dress - so many patterns and colours fighting with each other and yet it somehow comes together. Who said that fashion can't be a bit poetic?

i best tidy up my head

Equipment blouse, Old Navy sweater, eBay leggings, Aldo boots, Balenciaga bag, F21 necklace, Michael Kors watch

How is it February already? Describing the past few weeks as busy would be an understatement. I've never appreciated the weekend or sleeping in as much as I do now. Currently wearing my non-office uniform featuring one of my favourite buys of the past few months: this Old Navy waffle sweater. $12 well spent.

Been counterbalancing the exhaustion from work by ordering too many things online. My parents are starting to question why there are so many packages arriving for me lately.

recent pick-me-ups part four

1. The Concept - D-D-Dance
2. Favourite black shoes scuffed with wear (from left: Topshop, Aldo, JC, Salvatore Ferragamo)
3. Giant leopard ring from a friend making fun of the fact that I own way too many enormous, sometimes animal-related, rings. He also gave me a giant necklace of the Eiffel Tower that broke before I could even wear it
4. Balenciaga (a present to myself for passing one of three major exams this year)
5. Re-organizing my bathroom with a mason jar from Vienna
6. A good luck charm from Shanghai from a co-worker. Happy Chinese New Year everyone!