London Town!

Just a quick little post about my new London guide book. I am a deeply obsessed Anglophile. I've been obsessed since I was probably 5. I know, you're going to ask me... "have you been there?" Sorry, the answer is no. Oh, then you'll say "then how can you possibly know you love it?" To that question, I say, love is an emotion. Emotions are feelings. Feelings, by nature, are irrational. In the sense that you feel them. There is no need to reason when feeling. To claim that you need to have physically been some place etc to love it would be to claim that love is rational. It isn't. Therefore, I can feel whatever I want for England, and I feel love :) 

Seriously, it boogles my mind when UK gurus say they love the US so much. I find that ridiculous. They live in Europe. Are you seriously kidding me? I mean, I am Canadian, and live close to the states, and there are some fab cities there. Still, if it is a question of being in Europe or NA... the answer is easy for me. You can get American Culture everywhere. The same cannot be said of the EU or anywhere else, on the same scale. Globalization has made sure of that lol. ANYWAYYYY! I love England. I also Love Canada (it also annoys me that foreign gurus always ignore Canada.. or forget about us. To them, I say, you're missing our my friends. You're missing out). 

I am hoping to finally visit my dream land this May. I hope I can. It's been a long time coming. I've always wanted to go to France.... because I need to. Simple. lol! My France visit is long over due. I am afraid the French friends I've made have forgotten me by now, and the longer I wait, the higher the chance of it.

This little book will guide me around London town :) Well it's a start. Definitely have to do some more research before taking this dream trip of mine!

Any suggestions for London on a budget? Or Paris? I'd like to go all about the countries... but I simply have no time. Must make do with what i've got :)

Cheers

- Ashley

Dollar Haul :)

I am a sucker for studs and spikes, and I've wants some spiked out bracelets for a longggg time now. The problem is, I never found them for the price I wanted lol (until now).

Each piece/set was a $1.25 each :) I thought that was a super good deal!

For good measure, I thought I'd throw in an ebay piece I got recently. It think it is really pretty for the summer time. It looks adorable paired with the friendship bracelet my friend made for me last summer!

I can't wait to start staking bracelets now that I don't have to wear heavy coats anymore. Having all the 'jingle jangle' under a coat isn't comfy. But spring has spring and warm weather means arm candy :)

Hope everyone around me is enjoying the nice weather. I can't wait until tomorrow... it's said to be 26 degrees (C*)! YAYYYY!

- xoxo 

Ashley

Medieval Times :)

Went to medieval times last Friday :)

It was awesome!

The last time I went was in grade three, 108130814018million years ago. I remember I was in the Black and White Check section!

This time, the waitress (wench) pointed out our wet naps, which would be used to clean our 'utensils.' It wasn't until I saw everyone eating half a chicken with bare hands, did I realize, she meant our hands. I didn't enjoy that lol... but fine.. it was a medieval feast. What can I say? The acting was.... mediocre at best lol. The princess was horrible. Her accent was so awful... they were meant to have English accents. She failed. Drastically. The fight scenes were well practiced... and looked nothing like what I see in <erlin. However, towards the end, they got awesome lol. Overall though, it was awesome, and I definitely want to go again. It's all good fun really, and that's what it should be about :D

Aldo Roder : Creepers (heels/wedges)

I got some new shoes! I really love the whole creeper trend. I guess it has to do with the fact that I watch a lot of UK youtube guru's and they rock them so well. I don't know if it possible for me to pull them off, but I thought this lovely pair of creeper style wedges would do the trick :D

Goodness, aren't they beautiful? They remind me SOOOOO much of the Burberry Monk Wedge that I so ,despairingly, cannot afford (also sold out). These beauties were originally $130. I saw them a couple of months ago on sale for $67 but decided to wait a bit. The price dropped to $49.99 2 weeks ago, and last week Aldo added 25% off the lowest price on clearance (it was moved there by then). PLUS, I had a code for free shipping. I ordered these babies right away. It's funny, a couple days before, I went into the store to try them on, and they were $90. Needless to say, I left the store without them. However, I didn't leave empty handed: the shoes run small, so I needed to size up. I did. 

This is an extremely high (yet stable) pair of shoes! 5.5" with a 1" platform. I wish the heel was a bit lower, or the platform was a bit higher... but looking awesome is worth the pain in the case. 

This shoe also comes with the option of a leopard insert. THEY ARE REALLY CUTE! I opted for the solid black, however, as they are more versatile. If they go on deeper discount though... they will be mine :P

Cheers

- Ashley

Colourful watches: It's getting hot in here

Spring is in the air. It is early actually, not that I am complaining. We barely had a winter here on southern Ontario anyway. At least, not like what I've been used to my entire life. This winter was a breeze. Still, regardless of the somewhat light winter, I am excited for spring and summer to arrive. I love the constant sunny days, and warm weather! Don't get me wrong, I do dread those horribly humid days (on which you stay inside with lovely AC), however, I truly despise winter. 

Anyway, I got these lovely, colourful, watches in preparation of the warmer months. I love to add a bit of colour during the sunnier seasons, and thought these would add that pop well. Summer nights are long, and cell phone batteries don't last all night. A light weight watch is necessary.  

Aren't they adorable? One problem, the green one is broken. Luckily, I'll be sent a new one. I ordered the green one first, so it would be a shame if I didn't get to wear it. I ordered these watches off ebay btw. I thought they were really cute. They were very affordable too! Less than $4 a pop. They don't feel like a $200 watch, but that is totally fine. I wanted a fun watch to throw on, and one that won't weigh me down in spring/summer heat! These do the trick :) Still wondering if I should order the purple? What do you think? 

ps. I am a little bit obsessed with watches right now :P

- Ashley 

These boots were made for walking....

RED BOOTS! LOVE LOVE LOVEEEE!!!!

There is so much I love about these boots. I loved them so much, I bought them a size (1/2 a size) to small. They were the last pair in the store. I actually saw them on gojane.com but, as I've said before, I don't like duties. I don't even like paying shipping- period. I love the combat, lita, doc(ish) looks of the boots. I really love the JC Tardy, and these are the closest I can get for me now :)

I was walking around the store (urban planet), and I looked up. These were right in front of me. I grabbed them, and tried them on. I was almost 6" taller. Insane! Despite the height of the heel, they are quite comfortable. I looked at the price and they were only $20! I didn't need another pair, but I couldn't pass them up. I wanted to see if they had a bigger size, so I asked a sales person if they did... but they didn't. However, I was told they were actually $15! I went to cash out immediately. I've since stretched them out a bit, and they fit much better. Just a bit more to go :)

Cheers

- Ashley

Necklace Haul - Ebay

I've been going a little bit ebay crazy lately (what can I say? I love a deal). I have more coming, but I thought i'd share the items I have got already. 

Geometric necklace

(edit after an hr of wear it tarnished to rose gold)

sunflower locker

the greatest necklace ever made- EVER!

large cross on leather

I know, I know, the first necklace looks very familiar. I guess I am all about dupes... not fakes...dupes! I would not walk around with a Fake Chanel, but I would walk around with a classic quilted black flap (without the C's). I love house of harlow. She has some amazing stuff!! Very boho chic. The first necklace is over $100 and I can't justify paying that much for such a trendy piece. This version from ebay was $2.99 - a much better deal. The triangle move now and then, but you get what you pay for sometimes. 

The second necklace is, apparently, a house of harlow design too! I had no idea it was. I just saw the design and I was in love. The necklace the ebay seller showed in the picture looks nothing like the one I have, but for $1.50... I can't complain!

The third necklace... oh the third necklace. This may be my all time favourite necklace. Yes, my favourite necklace OF ALL TIME! If you know me, you know that I am OBSESSED with Harry Potter! I love HP so0o0o much. HP HP HP HP HP HP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thus, this necklace represents all that I am, and all that I love :P It isn't as obvious a symbol as a crest, or lightening bolt, which is part of the reason why I love it. It is like a little secret between me and the rest of the hardcore HP fans out there :P 

Needless to say, I bought a back up of this necklace :D

The last one was just a nice simple necklace. I thought I could throw it on with anything, and give it some edge. A little cheap, but it cost virtually nothing, so no complaints !!

Cheers

- Ashley

Rosra watch - from ebay

YES! Another ebay watch :) I've ordered so many... they just keep coming in the mail! 

Not to much to say about this one. It is pretty cute. The band is quite thin in comparison to to face, and it was wayyyyy to big. I bought a tool to resize my watches, but it wouldn't fit. This is a two tone watch, heavy on the gold. I actually ordered this watch before I got my gold one, so I ordered the gold face. It is honestly a cute watch, a great deal for the $5 paid for it lol! In the end, though, I already have my gold breda watch, and I didn't need this one-- passed it along to my uncle. I still want a two tone watch, but one with a silver/white face. I love the watch Rita Ora wears, so I want something like that. Actually, I've already found it, I just need to order it :)

I love getting stuff in the mail

Ebay love <3

Cheers

- Ashley

For the love of shoes!

I love shoes! I seriously LOVE SHOES!! For me, shoes make or break an outfit. You could be dressed to the nines, but if you don't have the shoe to match.... the effort was pointless. Not to say only my taste in shoes are the best, I just can't stand people in running shoes who aren't going for a run. Urban sneekers are one thing, but running shoes for everyday wear... not my thing. That isn't to say I am in heels all the time. I am more of a flats-for-everyday-wear kinda girl.

Anyway, I went shopping the other day and saw these adorable classic loafer, Victorian inspired, shoe. I love Victorian inspired items- well- to a point!

These were the last pair in my size. Actually, I thought they would be too big, but they fit just right :) When I first looked at them, I thought "oh, cute." I then tried them on and fell instantly in love! My friend joked about being jealous that I grabbed them first. They really look adorable on with a dress, skirt, leggings, or simple pair of jeans! I got them at a chain store outlet for only $10! Pretty great deal. They are a little uncomfortable, but I just got to break 'em in :)

Cheers

- Ashley

Some Ebay rings (plus one from the flea market)

I am sucker for accessories, I have no idea which ones I love the most... so... lets just say, I love them all!

These are a few rings I got from ebay for super cheap. The one on the far left is actually from the flea market, but I thought i'd include it anyway.

aztec, ysl style, antler, cross

aztec, ysl style

antler, cross

I really love the one from the flea market. I think it's cool :) The ysl doesn't even fit my pinky finger properly. SO depressing! As for the antler ring....well... it's different. It looked awesome in the picture, so I bought it. I don't know when I am ever going to wear it- ever. The cross ring is pretty nice for $1! I thought it would be a bit longer, but that's fine. It is a little cheap, but it is adjustable, and it works!

Anyway, just wanted to share a few of my rings!! :)

- Ashley

My michael kors style gold watch (BREDA Watch)!

Like every other girl on the planet, I longingly covet a Michael Kors watch. A gold, chunky, over-sized, boyfriend style in particular. The "runway" design specifically. Well, unfortunately, I cannot afford that right, so I got the next best thing. Seriously, this watch is gorgeous. I haven't seen much written about the brand, and if you're like me, you do your research before buying (most of the time hehe). However, even without loads of information, I went ahead and took the chance anyway.

I love that it came in this leather case! It gives it a luxurious twist.

So, by now, you all know this is NOT a Michael Kors Runway watch that I cover ever so much. It is by Breda. I never heard of them before really. Actually, I was on one of those sample sale websites. You know, the ones that have discounts on designer items etc? Well, I had a $20 credit, and I saw this watch. I knew it was time to buy. The website I got it from is Beyond The Rack. It is a Canadian based website, which is great for those of us who refuse to pay duties (those are so annoying). 

Actually, the first time I saw this particular watch, it had a leopard face. While that might suit the taste of some, it was not for me. And, so, I waited. I went to the Breda Watch website with the aim of ordering from there, but the shipping to Canada was about the same price as the watch :( Sadly, I had to wait.

Eventually, beyond the rack had the exact model I wanted, and, as soon as I saw it, I ordered it.

It took about 3 weeks to come, and it was worth the wait. I get tons of complements on it. It is a gorgeous piece. 

Oh, oops! I forgot to mention how much it cost me. After my credit, shipping, taxes - item price- it cost me less than $20! I think that is an amazing find really. 

One day I will have my beautiful MK watch, but until then this beautiful Breda watch will do

-Ashley