Bangs are alright.

I have had virtually the same hair style for the last… however long (with the exception of a 6-month stint testing out short hair - bad idea all around). So, in the spirit of new beginnings, I opted for a heavy full fringe a few weeks ago.

It’s intense. A lot of hair going on.

Sometimes, on the subway, I stare at females and their long flowy hair and their side-bangs or no-bangs and miss my old less-maintenance-required hair (who knew blowdrying and straightening my bangs every day would be such a damn hassle).

And then I saw Chanel Spring 2010 Couture collection.

Outside of the huge bow-like thing going on in the back, I am relieved that someone else is rocking the look. A whole runway show of my hair-peers!

And the dress? Gah-geous. I wonder what the dress would look like on a more curvier individual?

Also, the Boyfriend & I will be celebrating our 4-year anniversary in a few weeks. FOUR YEARS. That’s a long ass time. He already surprised me with his gift which was the most thoughtfulgifteverrrrrr. I have already purchased supplementary items that go with said gift in my excitement! He is a doll :)

MBMJ loves Canada

Or so they say! “They” being Holt Renfrew.

It’s a t-shirt (available in white or grey) that will be exclusive to Holt Renfrew. It’s kind of cute. It’s an expensive souvenir, I guess.

$65 at Holt Renfrew, starting January 25, 2010.

Lipstick.

Did I tell you how much I love lip products?

Well, I do.

You can tell by this here Project 365 photo from January 15th:

Except that says nothing. I literally own 30 MAC lipsticks alone. I seem to buy one whenever I am in need of a pick-me-up. I follow the Lipstick Index.

Today, I am rocking my new favourite that I picked up over the weekend - MAC’s Captive. It’s glorious and will likely be the subject of my Project 365 photo tonight.

A new way to de-stress

Share a pitcher of Sangria with your boyfriend, over hot burritos, chimichangas, churros and fried ice cream.

The meal totally felt like something straight out of thisiswhyyourefat.com, but it was oh so good! And it relaxed us enough to enjoy our Sunday without thinking about all the stresses that the impending work week might will bring.

And I was drunk. Yeeeeauhhh.

Sangria Sundays are now a recurring item in our calendars.

A designer failed me.

I recently purchased an amazing Robert Rodriguez black cotton twill skirt (with black satin piping detailing) and I loved it. It fit perfectly, and the piping detail really accentuated curves - I probably would have said that it was my perfect skirt… except for the fact that after trying it on at home for the second time, the zipper seams pulled apart, leaving a big gaping hole.

Sigh.

At first, I had 2 options: a.) save the garment by sewing the zipper back to the skirt or b.) exchange the skirt for a non-defective one.

Then, I realized why I was so peeved - I paid a pretty penny for this skirt! Way more than I feel comfortable saying. Luxury is lost when designer pieces (that are known for their quality) falls apart after barely any use. Sure, my bum takes up a bit of room, but c’mon. Seriously?

Knowing my luck, I got the one piece that was defective, and all the rest of the skirts are military-grade. But I am not willing to take that chance. I returned the skirt and am now happy with a BCBG second-skin-type skirt (that I assumed would be incredibly uncomfortable, but they are so very much the opposite - they are the most comfortable skirts EVERRRRRR).

Also, they do not have zippers.

I needed to get this out of my system because it stirred my pot last night… I hope I’m not jaded!

Project 365: Magic mouse!

I recently snatched a Magic Mouse - multi-touch technology in a mouse. I am 75% sure I am returning this, though - I have come to love the trackpad that my lovely laptop comes with. I love gestures!

I have also decided that not every Project 365 photo warranted a blog post, so I am only going to post them once in a while - but if you are interested in seeing all of them, you can check out my Project 365 Flickr set.

Oscar is a genius!

My favourite dress from Oscar De La Renta’s Spring 2010 RTW! I want
it :(

I love dresses.

I love dresses. Like, LOVE.

I’m stuck at the office late today, waiting on something, so I had a few minutes to e-browse. I am on the hunt for a couple awesome dresses this year!

Presenting… my top 5 from net-a-porter!

(in no particular order)

Click on the pictures to go to the site!

Camilla and Marc - $550

I am in lust with that colour and the shape! I think this one is my favourite.

McQ - $535

Can’t tell from the photo I provided, but if you check out the product page, you’ll see the hot pink detailing! So gorgeous.

Elizabeth and James - $545

This is a pretty impressive dress - it looks easy to wear and comfortable.

Day Birger et Mikkelson - $460

I love the ombra! Except - is that still in? Does it make me look funny? I may never know.

Alice + Olivia - $390

This looks pretty wearable and dress down & up-able (could wear a sweater or blazer to casual-ize it)

I am leaning towards these 3: elizabeth and james, camilla and marc, and day birger et mikkelson. wish i could try these on!

Project 365: January 13, 2010

Now THIS is how you wrap a parcel…. took me at least 10 minutes to cut all the tape away to open the box.

Project 365: January 12, 2010

Yoga!