happy times

I had a great weekend! On Friday, I was finally able to catch up with my cousin, Joselle. We are a lot like sisters but over the year have not been as close. It was so nice to just go out with her and catch up. We went out for lunch and shopped. I was super pissed I couldn't splurge a little because the bank was holding a cheque I deposited. :( But I was lucky to have had enough cash on me to buy Hunter wellies!

I normally would never have splurged on these because they are pretty pricey. However, I have been lusting for them for so long and just wanted to treat myself. I can say I am very pleased with my buy. I do believe that they are very versatile. I've been wearing them everywhere this weekend. Not only are they comfy but durable as well. Something, I know I can wear for a time coming. 

On Saturday, it was my mom's birthday. For lunch, my boyfriend, my mom, step dad and I went treated my mom to Chinese food. My mom's favourite take out. We also had a little dinner party where we ate food and sang karaoke. Typical Filipino party, haha. I was so stuffed at the end of the day. The whole day however gave me a great reason to wear my Hunters and I am so pleased with them. I do however need to invest in some socks because they get so cold. :(  

OOTD: TNA Lambwool sweater, Bongo Cargos, Dolce & Gabanna Leather Jacket, Hunter Wellies. 

 

 

 

 My step dad actually does not live in Canada. He and my mom were in a long distance relationship before they got married. He actually lives in Wisconsin so Sunday was his last day in Toronto. We spent it sight seeing and the must when you visit Toronto is to see the CN tower. It was such a funny experience as both my mom and boyfriend are scared of heights. 

so high up!

Rogers Center/ Sky Dome

Myself & my boyfriend. We don't know how to smile ><;

Kelsang, Self, Mom, Step Dad xoxo

losar tashi delek!

Losar Tashi Delek! (Happy Tibetan New Year)

My boyfriend is Tibetan and today marks the first time I celebrated the Tibetan new year. It is so exciting to be included in his family's celebrations. You have to wake up early and dress up to ring in the new year. Wearing new clothes is a must so I wore my lambswool sweater and the minty green bustier from Aritzia. What a great excuse for having bought them, haha.  Traditionally, Tibetans dress up in "chupas" which is their national dress. They are gorgeous!

Bright, floral chupas. 

 

I really want a chupa. I think it's because I'm trying so hard to embrace Kelsang's culture, lol. I adore Tibetan and Nepali food and I am slowly trying to learn how to speak Tibetan. I really do hope I have the chance to adorn a chupa. A chupa is gorgeous! So colurful and elegant reminiscent to a kimono.

Ah, the kimono! I really want one but I have never stumbled across where I am comfortable paying for it. I know Aritzia probably sells one but I'm going to assume it's over 100+ because of it's silk material. For now I will admire them from a far.

L to R (top first) : Spun by Subtle Luxury ($95 from piperlime.gap.com), Temperley London Rosine ($1220 from net-a-porter.com), Stuble Luxury ($120 from farfetch.com), H&M ($30), Sass & Bide ($660 from harveynichols.com), Hibiscus print ($120 from Topshop) 

 

created by myself on polyvore

 

Most of the kimonos in the set are definitely far from my grasp. My favourites are the Temperley London kimono and the Hibisus print from Topshop. I love how diverse they can be as well. Ranging from a long kimono to a short one. Although, I do find myself a floral loving girl a kimono would be beautiful in an any print such as an animal print (H&M). If you know where to get them for cheap let me know! <3

family weekend

The weekend that just past was family weekend! I spent it with my mom and boyfriend. We headed over to Promenade just to browse. Living in downtown Toronto, Promenade mall is a place I hardly visit because it is in Vaughan, which just isn't the most accessible mall. Occasionally, I do go for the restaurant "Congee Star" or to go grocery shopping at "T&T" (the best Asian supermarket!) But, I have never walked through the mall to actually shop.

The first store I love to browse whenever I go shopping is Aritzia. I adore their clothing and would buy everything if it wasn't so expensive. All their clothing is just at a price I can not afford. However, right now they are holding their "snooze you lose" sale. Which makes Fall and Winter merch 50-70% off. I managed to snag a camel lambswool sweater and two bustiers in a minty colour and a dark blue. Normally the price for just the sweater is around 90.00 with tax but because of the sale I got all items for under 90.00! I'm also so fortunate for my mom who paid for everything! :3

My boyfriend bought himself a charger for his PS3 controllers. At first, EB Games was sold out of the Sony chargers and the only one they had left were these 19.99 ones. However, we decided to look around and scored a charger for only 4.98! My mom also picked for herself two tank tops from Sears which cost her less than one bustier. Haha, I guess I inherit the thriftiness from my mom.

Wilfred Bustiers both 17.50, regular price 35.00 & TNA Lambswool Sweater 42.50 regular price 82.00 (or something like that)

greetings ~

Hello! 

I've always wanted to start a blog but never really found the "time" or really "effort" into starting one. I am now determined to have this go off without a hitch. I do have tumblr and a livejournal. However, I don't find tumblr to be a real blogging website and I only use livejournal as a way of venting really suppressed emotions. I want this to be a new, updated frequently page where I can just blog about things I like, such as fashion or just my every day life.

I think the name pretty simple sums up what this blog will be generally about. Pretty yet simple things. :) Which I think might be a nicer way of saying "cheap", haha. Speaking about any future fashion posts. I am a thrifty type of person who prefers (and can really only afford) things on sale or cheaper ticket prices. I really wish I could splurge but alas I have bills to pay! :3

Enjoy!