Candy land

Get up out of your seat
Come on up to the dance floor
I've got something so sweet
Come on up to the front door
I need plenty of heat
- MADONNA -- CANDY SHOP


This weekend was a themed event at my work, Candy land!
I have so much fun while I'm working and in one week I will be going back to school to finish up.  I am also looking for an internship during this time.  There are going to be some positive changes in my life soon and I am so excited to start my career.
For now just some photos from the weekend, taken while we were setting up!

Friday

My girlfriend Kristen made her own tutu by taking a piece of ribbon and tying mesh pieces to it!  Her outfit was amazing.  I cut the length of my dress to make it shorter and then tied the extra material to my arm as a bracelet.  Two great DIY ideas!
Dress - Urban Behaviour
Necklace & earrings - Swarovski
Pumps - Walmart
Nailpolish - Revlon

Saturday

Got my hair highlighted on Saturday!  Got bored while it was processing.
Dress - Random boutique
Shoes - BCBG

Polaroid fun...

Xoxoxo
Veronica

Birthday surprise

Look at this face,
I know the years are showing
Look at this life,
Still don't know where it's going...

I don't know much,
But I know I love you...
That may be
All I need to know

Look at these eyes
They've never seen what matters
Look at these dreams
So beaten and battered...

I don't know much,
But I know I love you
That may be
All I need to know

I got a beautiful gift for my birthday from somebody very special!  It came a few days early which means I only get to appreciate it longer.  It was hand made by a girl who custom makes beautiful jewelery!  This one was designed specifically for me and it's called "The Veronica".

I wanted to give a special shout out to Helena from Feenie Beadie who designs all her jewelery herself, there are so many stunning creations!  A lot of the designs can be seen from the front and back of the necklaces.  They are so stunning, mine is made out of Swarovski crystal and black onyx, as well as sterling silver.

I am off to Ottawa and Calgary for the next few weeks!  Look forward to a lot of Canadian culture in my upcoming posts.  For now just a couple random outfits and of course my necklace!  Enjoy.

My cat is currently attacking this necklace as we speak!  Black onyx, crystal, and silver!  So beautiful and there's even a part that dangles around the back of your neck.

I look grumpy!  Ignore my scowl it always comes out for pictures.

Part that dangles over your shoulder!  It was really hard to capture and I hope to get a better picture of it soon.

Getting ready in my bathroom!  Thank you so much for the necklace honey <3 <3 <3 :)
And now for a few pictures from the last couple days..

Trying on a new dress from my friend Elyse!

Just a casual Sunday outfit!  Super comfy and all jersey cotton.

Dress:  Forever 21
Skirt:  Aritzia
Tube top:  Old
Clutch:  Coach
Pumps:  Zara
Necklace:  DIY by my girl Helena!

Xo Veronica

Old School Road

You know that I love you,
Baby, but you just won't let me.
You know that I love you,
Baby, but you just won't let me.
Every morning I get up, I sip my cup;
My eyes get red, no-one to help me.
One more thing I'd like to say right here,
Baby, but you just won't let me.
One more thing I'd like to say right here,
Baby, but you just won't let me.
I'd like to say: baby, you so nice...
I'd like to do the same thing twice, yeah!
-DO IT TWICE -- BOB MARLEY

I love Bob Marley especially when the sun is shining!  The weather has been so nice around here I just had to get outside and take pictures!  I am pretty bad at taking photos of myself but I plan on going around with my girl friend to a lot of beautiful locations I drove past today to shoot.  We have talked about some themes and I have many more in mind, and along with her creative input I plan on shooting some great editorial style photos.  I think she would be a stunning model and photographer and her energy would really enhance my blog.
I am going to Calgary in a couple weeks to visit my best friend Natalie too, can't wait!  She has great style and has always been camera-happy.  I am so excited to see her.
My birthday is less than two weeks away and I am going to be working (it's a Friday night) but that's okay!  I am getting pretty old anyways and I don't really want to celebrate it, and there is always Calgary to look foward to, amazing shopping!
I was thinking about what it would like to work in a retail store as I was laying outside soaking up the sun on a Monday.  I hit a few malls and they were completely dead and amazing as it was to shop, it must be really boring to work there.  I am a night person and as much as I love browsing stores I couldn't stand being stuck between four walls for so long during the day unless it was a Holt Renfrew or other huge department store!  I love bartending and I know women that do it into their 40's because of the money.  However, I want a career in fashion and writing!  How much creative input can you possibly be allowed at stores that are shipped ready-made clothes?  I have heard horror stories of people working in retail and I have friends who work twice the hours I do and still don't make as much money.  Not to brag but I am wondering if the discount is really worth it and if any of you enjoy giving up your days to work in a clothing store?  Is it worth it for the LOVE OF FASHION?
Without further rambling, I present you two outfits with the SAME PAIR OF SHOES.  They are so comfortable I could not take them off my feet.

 Totally cheesy smile!  In my front yard, wearing shorts I cut myself from jeans and a shirt I picked up at a thrift store with my friend Rachel, who I plan to do photoshoots with in the near future!

 Outfit with a simple black sweater and my super comfortable shoes I love!

You can see my chocolate lab and his tongue at the door!  His name is Bosco, after an episode of Seinfeld.  (George's secret code.)

Being silly with my camera in the bathroom while getting ready and blow drying my hair.

Shorts and shoes!  On my way out the door.

Out in the boonies where I call home :)

Pulled over to take some landscape pictures, the sky was so beautiful on my way down to the city.

Next afternoon, on my way to a graduation dinner.  It was beautiful again so I pulled over again and took more pictures!  Street sign in the boonies!

Really bright sun!  Squinting big time.

Graduation dinner for my girlfriend at the Mandarin just outside the boonies. 

My two ladies and I at dinner, congratulations Jen!  I know you read my blog and you are a sweet heart as well as beautiful!

 Jen and her Strawberry Daiquiri at dinner after her graduation from University and College.

Mini cowboy hat in the rearview mirror of my lil sis Caleigh's car!  She's such a country girl or as she calls herself a "hick" where I am only a "wannabe hick" because she's always lived in a rural area and I only moved up here when I was 18!  Thought it would be a great way to end the post, since my location is a lil' country.  (Even though I can drive downtown Toronto within half an hour!)

Sorry it was so long!

Outfits:
Day 1
Shorts - DIY Guess jeans
Top - Urban Behaviour bought Thrift
Shoes - SPRING 29$
Necklace - Forever 21

Day 2
Skirt - Zara
Tanktop - Forever 21
Necklace - Forever 21

I'm off to surf all your blogs now :)

Xoxoxo
Veronica

Outfit - Pastel pink

Time is never time at all,
You can never ever leave,
Without leaving a piece of youth...
And our lives are forever changed,
They will never be the same
The more you change, the less you feel...
-TONIGHT TONIGHT -- SMASHING PUMPKINS

Happy long weekend!  I'm not sure about you but here in Canada the weather gets really beautiful around this weekend and we celebrate Victoria day or May 24, which means a lot of drunks.  A lot of people choose to go to their cottage so the nightlife at my bar is hit and miss.  So far I have made a lot of money and been very busy this week!  I have the afternoon off before my night shift so I thought I'd post a quick outfit before heading out.

Natural makeup!  I am wearing a bit of concealer, eyebrow pencil and one coat of mascara.

Close up of my old kilt.  I have no idea where I got it I've had it since elementary school.  The belt is a DIY piece of silk made into a belt and tied into a bow :)  My top is from Winners and my sweater is from Guess!

What is everyone doing this weekend?
Tomorrow is FREEDOM at GUVERNMENT which is my favourite club and I'm going!
Here is the lineup:

FREEDOM
 Sunday May 23, 2010
GUVERNMENT
KOOL HAUS
PAUL VAN DYK
GARETH EMERY
MARK OLIVER

GUVERNMENT
FEDDE LE GRAND
ROGER SANCHEZ
CHUCKIE
MANZONE & STRONG

ORANGE ROOM
TIM PATRICK
CHRISTINA CRUISE
YM
OVI M

THE DRINK
DEKO-ZE
GREG GOW
NATHAN BARATO
RICKY SYFER

SKYBAR
CARLO LIO
THE JUNKIES
JOEE CONS
JAY FORCE

Xo! Veronica

Outfit - White tights

Can we pretend that airplanes in the night skies 
like shooting stars
I could really use a wish right now...
Wish right now...
Wish right now
- AIRPLANES - B.O.B.


I have had these white tights for a long while and haven't worn them, but I can think of a million things to do with them.  Black tights are more of a winter look and since I wear a lot of dark colours the white can really help my wardrobe be ready for spring, along with bright accessories.
I'm ready to head out the door to work but thinking of picking up a bag to brighten up my outfit.
Based on yesterday's post, which bag would you choose?  Let's see if it's the same one I do!

Tights - American Apparel
Shorts - Guess DIY
Blazer - H&M
Top - Mango
Bracelet - Mango
Shoes - Mango
Necklace & earrings - Joe Fresh Style

Off to the bar!
Xo Veronica

Purse Blog

I better find your lovin
I better find your heart
I bet if I give all my love,
Then nothings gonna tear us apart
It’s more than just a mission
You hear but you don’t listen
You better pay attention
And get what you've been missin
- FIND YOUR LOVE -- DRAKE


In case I haven't made it clear, I am absolutely in love with purses.  They are the best accessory; they sit perfectly visible on your arm while carrying everything you need -- and they come in lots of different sizes and styles for the ultimate in versatility.  Since a lot of my pictures are blurry because I haven't bought my new camera yet (SOON!) I thought I'd shoot a few of my favourite purses.  Enjoy!  If I don't say where it's from, then it's probably from a random boutique; I always find the cutest and most unique bags in privately owned stores.

I also have two vintage Chanel bags but they definitely deserve a post of their own!

I am NOT a fan of Louis Vuitton bags, especially fake ones which are everywhere!  The original pattern looks juvenile and if you are going to buy one make sure that it stands out and that it is real!  They can look really tacky.

Newest purchases in pink and violet.  The first one I tied a DIY scarf; the print reminds me of my beloved Emilio Pucci.

 Steve Madden in nude and cream.  Bought from Winners for around 50$ each.

Just a few of my many Guess bags.  I used to be really into buying them but it's been probably since high school since I picked one up.

A few of my coach wristlets.  These are really handy and the style has caught on in stores everywhere!  Perfect for the bar.

This is a small shoulder bag from BCBG.  I haven't worn it yet and I'm trying to decide whether the tassles should stay or go.

 This Prada bag is old but it's holding out really well!  It goes with almost anything and is definitely one of my favourite smaller bags.

A couple of vintage evening bags, one is a diamond and satin clutch the other one is a two five-five style mini purse with side strap.

A couple more clutches, picked up who-knows-where.

 Same caption as above!  The bottom is almost alligator print and very shiny.

Gucci shoulder bag, clutch and fanny pack.  (I used to use the fanny pack for cocktailing at work.)

Top left I got at Style Sense, bottom right from ASOS.  Top one was less than 10$ and the bottom was around 20$.

Ralph Lauren totes.  I got them in grade 8 and they are definitely lasting strong!

Two more totes, the top is from Winners I think and the bottom is from FCUK.

Now what would a purse post be without a picture of some killer bags I would (almost) sell my car for.  And believe me, I would have to!

Three purses I am lusting for:  Hermès, Balenciaga, Dior.  Can't forget the Chanel two five-five but I've definitely posted it enough times and I am sure you all know what it looks like!  Marc Jacob bags are hit and miss but there are definitely gorgeous bags floating around by him.

What are your favourite purse designers?

Xo Veronica