Long Overdue...

Yo...it's been a while...

I have been neglecting on my blog far too long.  So I thought why not start all over again with something new.  I've been so busy with work that I don't have the time to really have any "ME" time.  I wake up, go to work, come home after work, do my time wasting activities (Facebooking, Instagraming, Twittering, YouTubing but of course...), and go to bed right after.  For the past few months, I have been doing this non-stop where I realized that I have been missing something in my life...something that shouldn't be avoided...something that I needed to do...which is.....

SHOPPING!!!

I know what you're probably thinking...really Jess?  You haven't shopped in months?  Tis very so true...I don't really like to shop, because it's basically spending the money that I really don't have.  When I see a deal or good quality items, I will go ahead and purchase it.  Since I've been living with my boyfriend, I've been so conscience of the things I buy since I got bills to pay, if you know what I mean.

ANYWHOOOS...as I mentioned in the beginning, I wanted to start something new...So this is my first installment of......

- A Newly Threaded Love-  

A segment of posts where I visit stores/boutiques that are new or existing to me.  I thought it would be interesting to do since Vancouver has so much to offer, fashion wise.  I love visiting new stores or mom + pop shops.  You can always find buried treasures in places you never expect to be in.

My first "ANTL" shop will have to be where I went today.  It's called...

Ever New, as Forever New, is actually an Australian company and is quickly branding out worldwide.  It is quickly being recognized here in Vancouver, as there are two store locations, one in Pacific Centre and the other in Richmond Centre.  

I went to Richmond Centre today and recognized the store right away.  One of my besties mentioned the store name for me as she bought me adorable accessories from them.  I really like the style of this place.  It's got everything a women needs.  It's fashionable, not too flashy, but has a hint of edge to it.  

Here are some pieces off there website (Stores will have different items at this time):

 

I'm loving this collarless jacket.  What I love most about it is the detailed zippers, so you're able to make the jacket shorter or leave it longer.

  

 Loving this dress.  First off, it's a High Low.  Secondly, it's sparkly!  And Third, love the sides.  And also it's black.  I love black.

Oh yes...Did I mention that they have some cute and adorable accessories?

Here are two cell phone holders that I received as birthday gifts.

Some adorable bow iPhone4 clutches.  This is perfect to have if you're going out for a night in down town partying.  It has card holders for your basics and a small pocket to place your cash.  I hated bringing a purse when I used to club.  It was always a hassle to find your phone if you needed it or locating your money.  I wish I had this when I was in my clubbin's days HAHAHA!

This make up bag was on sale for $14.95 CAD from $24.99 CAD.  I love the little gold clasp.  They had a red one but the clasp wasn't working functionally so I went with the white.  I'm not so keen on white, just because I'm really bad with my belongings and they get dirty so easily.  And relax folks, I know you see the security tag still attached.  I didn't steal it...This just means I need to make another trip there and find more things!!!

I was in need for new shoes and I didn't think that Ever New would have any.  But I spotted these Black Suede Wedges where I instantly fell in love with.  They only carry full sizes, which is a bummer because I am a dead on 5.5, but I got a 6 and it fits amazingly.

Ahhhh shoe-gasm.....I love these.  It was marked $69.99 CAD, which I was hesitant at that moment, because I had that thought in my head where it said, "Sheeze girl you can find something similar like this at ROSS!"  But they were super cute and I loved how comfortable they were so I decided to go with it.  When I went to pay, the cashier gave me the best news ever.  The shoes were actually scanning as $49.99 CAD.  STEAL!!!

It was such an awesome deal, that the sales associate who was helping me said I convinced her to get a pair herself.  HAHA I'm a bad influence.  I highly recommend anyone to go check out Ever New.  I'm always looking for new stores and boutiques to find my own style.

So tell me:

Are there any places in Vancouver that I should check out?

Which stores are your favourite places to find your own style?

Leave a comment or a suggestion below and thanks for stopping by today.

Until next time.

Nails and Diablo 3

I've been lacking on doing posts lately.  I've been so caught up with work that I barely have anytime to sleep some days.  I thought I'd do a quick post on some Spring Pastel Nails Art that I've had as a past manicure.

Items used:  Hello Kitty Nail Art Stickers (Sephora), Essie Eternal Optimist, Sparitual Native Rock, OPI Top Coat, OPI Base Coat, White and Silver Striper (Daiso)

I didn't really had a design in mind, so I just kind of went for it and see what my results was.  I can tell you however, I wouldn't justify spending another $8.00 for those HK nail stickers (Actually my mum was at Sephora one day and saw them so she HAD to get them for me... -_-). They weren't staying on my nails very well and they peeled off really easily.  Not even 2 coats of topcoat would seal it.

You can tell I got a little lazy, but I really do adore these two colours.

Here's the colours in a different lighting.

Ever since the night I went to night market, I couldn't stop my self from purchasing nail art stickers, nails art tools, glitter, and all that jazz.  I found out that the little spot that I always went to in Night Market, opened up a Kiosk location in Richmond Centre.  So of course, I went and found an awesome gift package that had a stamp kit.  I was reluctant at first to get the stamp kit, just because I wanted only the Hello Kitty stamp.  When I asked the associate how much it was for just one stamp plate, she said it was about $3 to $5CAD.  The kit was under $20CAD and you got a bunch of stuff in it too like a nail polish (colour is random) and some glitter bottles (also random).  The associate lady was awesome though, she said to me that if my kit doesn't have the Hello Kitty stamp, she'll just exchange it for me.  So sweet of her!  But load and behold I got the HK stamp!  I also purchased some nail stickers, because who doesn't love random art on your nails?

Crazy right?  I bought this for under $30CAD.  It was worth the buy, and it came in a little cute red package.

7 stickers for $10CAD....SCORE!

My HK stamp...I can not wait to use it.

The random nail polish and glitters.

I've also created a habit of going through the Beauty Aisle in London Drugs and Shopper's Drug Mart to take a peek on what kind of nail varnishes they stock.  Some days they have sales in the Beauty section, so I always tend to stock up.  I'm currently in love with the pastels and mostly the mint green.

Items Used:  Revlon Minted, OPI Alpine Snow
Tools Used:  Dot Tool from Richmond Night Market

I had a lot of fun making this one.  I finally found my dotting tool, and decided on some fun polka dot designs.

That's about it kids.  I've been keeping this post in my edit pile for quite some time now, and I finally got the chance to finish it up.  Sheesh, I've had it sitting here since April.  Work's been busy.  Also...Diablo 3 came out just a few days ago too.  I just got up to Level 12 and using a Demon Hunter.  Sick shit it is.  PM for the email or tag name.  

Alright.  It's 1:30AM and I've got work in the morning (craps).  Night kids!

What pastel colour would you paint your nails?

 also

If you're a Diablo fan, what type of character is your favourite?