Midweek Modness: Mannish Watches
I’ve switched out the straps on a few of my favourite watches so that they look a little more butch, as per the women wearing men’s watches trend (note: this trend is not… Continue reading
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Questions for the Universe: The Greatest Hairpin Ever
This is, in my opinion, the world’s greatest hairpin. At least it is perfect for my super straight, fine-but-plentiful hair. It’s lack of wavy bits pulls my locks back but doesn’t make them… Continue reading
Ask An Expert: Dr. Rolanda Johnson Wilkerson on Maturing Skin
As I enter the stage I call second puberty, I’ve noticed my skin changing in a million ways — raging acne, age spots and peach fuzz in particular. I’ve noticed that in most… Continue reading
Lazy Monday: Happy Labour Day!
Here is a picture of a stack of silver bangles. Tomorrow I will get off my lazy ol’ butt, and write up some real posts.
Smashed Pennies
In honour of the long weekend and my recent vacation, may I present my collection of smashed pennies. I have smashed pennies from all over: San Francisco; Chicago; Birmingham, UK; New York City;… Continue reading
My Summer Vacation: Escape to New York Part 2
You didn’t think I went to New York City without doing a little shopping? Unfortunately, we were there in an awkward, in between fashion cycle. The exciting events: Fashion Week, The new Marimekko… Continue reading
Birthstones: September Sapphires
Is your birthday in September? Then your birthstone is the sapphire. You probably already knew that. What you may not know is that sapphires come in a rainbow of colours: blue, orange-pink, gold… Continue reading
Midweek Modness: Matisse Mystery Solved
Finally found a picture of what my Matisse pendant should have looked like. This image comes via Morning Glory Jewelry, which has got to be the web’s best resource for vintage bijoux.
Vintage Turquoise Buckle
Found this vintage Southwestern style belt buckle at the Value Village on Tuesday. It’s pretty crudely and cheaply made, but it has its charms. I’ve got a whole bunch of cowboy style buckles… Continue reading
My Summer Vacation: Trailer Times
The second half of summer holidays was to my parent’s trailer outside of Southampton, ON. I went with my sister Bobbi and nieces Madison and Sydney. It was overcast the first day, so… Continue reading