I'd rather have roses on my table than diamonds on my neck

I've been alone with you inside my mind 
And in my dreams I've kissed your lips a thousand times 
I sometimes see you pass outside my door 
Hello, is it me you're looking for? 

I can see it in your eyes 
I can see it in your smile 
You're all I've ever wanted, (and) my arms are open wide 
'Cause you know just what to say 
And you know just what to do 
And I want to tell you so much, I love you ... 
-- HELLO - LIONEL RICHIE


I have the day off so I am hanging out here at home and I plan on going out tonight to have some fun.  I have a pretty relaxed work weekend aside from the Statistics assignment I have no idea how to even begin.  I have a collection of photographs I took during the last few weeks to share with you guys.

This photo is from a media networking event we held at my school for my Events Management class! It was quite a success.  The theme was based on the Lionel Richie song and was called "Hello, Is It Me You're Looking For?"  We had professionals in all of the streams in my program: journalism, public relations, image arts, and digital communications.  My good friend Nikki Jumper from Nikki Jumper Photography was there and she touched the lives of many aspiring photographers.  My other good friend Adnan from Adnan Media was there as well, he is one of the best marketing and promotions agents Toronto has ever seen.  He is deeply involved in the Club and Entertainment scene and has a database of 6000+.  One of the guest speakers I highly admired was Deb Weinstein from Strategic Objectives who has a fascinating career in public relations, television, and other media.

Listening to a public relations guest speaker...I call this my "learning" face.  :)

First photo:
Scarf - Costa Blanca
Jacket - Zara
Flower hair clip - H&M


Second photo:
Sunglasses - Ralph Lauren
Silk scarf - Cynthia Rowley
Wool dress - Jacob
Necklace - Tiffany's


These were taken with my new Blackberry Torch where I spend a lot of time, in my Nissan driving to school.  I took these before leaving my driveway at some ridiculously early time.


Time to share with you a few of the new items I have picked up lately.
I am dying to wear these BCBG ankle boots but I don't want to wreck them and the weather just is not co-operating with me yet.

I ordered these nude pumps from Beyond the Rack and I am proud to say that I am pleased with my FIRST EVER ONLINE PURCHASE.  Actually I lied, I got a purse from ASOS a couple years ago but with shoes and clothes it is different because you actually have to gage your size and make the assumption that it is going to fit and be comfortable.  But the verdict on the shoes is as follows:
SUCCESS!  I LOVE THEM THE LEATHER IS PERFECT AND THEY FIT TRUE TO SIZE AND ARE COMFORTABLE.
About a week after ordering these shoes I made a clothing order, I will be sure to put the verdict on those items up once they arrive too.


Once the weather gets a little nicer and there isn't so much mud everywhere I plan to actually wear these shoes and get some scenic outfits shot for you guys.

New leather handbag from random boutique with a name I cannot remember.

Corset tops from Guess!

New dress from Bebe.  I love the colour and the fit.  I will definitely be doing an outfit post with this dress.

Photos from my closet!
Thanks for reading :)
Hope you all are enjoying your spring so far!


XO
Veronica

An optimist is the human personification of spring

"There's nothing wrong with loving who you are,"
She said, "cause he made you perfect babe"
-- BORN THIS WAY - LADY GAGA


Spring is finally here, except here in Canada we certainly can't tell.
There is still snow on the ground and I still have to wear my winter jacket, leather gloves and a hat every time I leave my house.
I haven't had my camera out in quite a while.  I am going to purchase a new lens and I have lots of new items and outfits to shoot for you guys.  I have been a very bad fashion blogger because I have had zero spare time to take pictures for posts.
 Here in Toronto it is fashion week so I hope to get a feature on that posted as well.
School is finished in three weeks and I am starting a new job!  Stay tuned for details.
This is just a quick post to say I'm back from my long winter hibernation and mountains of classwork on top of the full-time delivery of beer and chicken wings.
My wardrobe is starting to contain a lot more colours!  I am loving bright shades this season.
This is just a short inspiration post from the spring collections of a few designers. I've done a lot of shopping at these places lately.
Thanks for reading and sorry for being so lacking in the blogging department lately!

Bebe Spring 2011
I love the graffiti backdrop and bright colours as well as simple structure and detailing in these photos.  The styling is funky and glamourous.  Very inspirational for spring!

BCBG Spring 2011

Mango Spring 2011

M Missoni
photo from gilt.com


A few tips for the upcoming season...


COLOURS TO LOVE:
Orange, fuscia, gold, teal, yellow, nude, maroon
ACCESSORIES TO LOVE:
Flowers, flowers, flowers, wedges, belts, drop earrings, strappy sandals, bright coloured clutches
OTHER TRENDS:
Hourglass silhouettes, flared trousers, long loose waves, soft prints, colour blocking, black & white


COMING UP NEXT...
Beauty blog & spring outfit details!


XO Veronica

Be my Valentine

It doesn't matter if you love him,
Or capital H-I-M
Just put your paws up
'Cause you were born this way, baby

My mama told me when I was young
We are all born superstars

She rolled my hair and put my lipstick on
In the glass of her boudoir

There's nothin wrong with lovin who you are
She said, "'cause he made you perfect, babe"
-- BORN THIS WAY - LADY GAGA

The weather has finally entered positive degrees (mostly) and I am smoked with work and school.

I can't wait for reading week (almost two weeks off!); I have some creative shoots planned for you guys.

Just a few pictures to get you in the mood for Valentine's Day.

Elisabetta Canalis for Roberto Cavalli lingerie

Victoria's Secret Valentine's Day 2011
 

Kate Moss for Agent Provocateur

 Scarlett Johansson for Moet

Some pictures from last week at a club downtown Toronto.  My girlfriend and I went to Wayback Wednesday which is a night of classic dance/euro hits, think DANCE MIX 95.  Good times!

Marilyn Monroe in a Valentine's Day campaign from the 1940's.

Happy Valentine's Day!!!

Kisses & love,

Xoxo

Veronica

Wearing:
Top - Smart Set

Kilt - Le Chateau

Nylons - La Vie En Rose

Pearls - Gift

Booties - H&M

Plus ca change, plus c'est la meme chose

Take me away, to a place I've never been before...

It is still freezing here in Toronto, I am really looking forward to some warmer weather and much needed relaxation.  I am loving my courses mostly but there is a lot of group work which can be hard to organize.  I am planning events, working on my resume and digital portfolio, and trying not to fail Statistics.   

Last night I spent the evening at the taping of the BEING FRANK show, which is a Canadian late-night talk show and I got to sit in the front row.

The TV show I work for, Musically Yours, Deirdre Mallehe has a beautiful elegant host who was a guest on the show along with a retired NHL player and a star from a Canadian television series, Being Erica.

I took some pictures with my Rebel, but I can't post them yet since the show has yet to air, they will be up this weekend.

I had a super busy weekend at the bar, it was UFC and Superbowl so I made a ton of cash which is great.  I also sold the most BUD MINI JUGS at work so I got 100 dollars to spend at the mall and a chance to win a trip to Vegas.  I recently bought some shoes from BCBG, ankle boots and flats.  I also picked up three turtlenecks last week in a soft cashmere blend from Jacob, 40$ each (retail) but I got them for the price of three for ten dollars.

Just some pictures to share with you guys for today!  And if you live in Canada make sure you check out Being Frank to see me in the audience this Friday.  Check back this weekend for backstage photos.  :)  Hope the weather where you are is great and as always thanks for reading!

Me and Theo Fleury at hair and make up!  He is such a nice guy with a touching story, pick up his book if you get a chance, Playing With Fire.

 Getting ready in my bathroom and playing with my Rebel testing all the lighting.  I am getting better with my camera!

Busy girl!  Snapped this in my car before I left my house to go to the event.  Sunglasses from Ralph Lauren.

My ten dollar purchase from Jacob.  They are super soft and not itchy at all, and I love how they fit!

New shoes from BCBG!  The leather is super soft and they are comfortable and of course gorgeous, excellent craftmanship!

Me on the set!  I don't think I was supposed to get this picture taken but I love it so I am sharing it with you guys!

UPDATE ** 
Some more pictures from the show!!!

Theo Fleury and the host of Musically Yours, Deirdre Mallehe.  For more information about the television show I am interning for, visit www.deirdremallehe.com.


It is so great to finally be working in the Media industry.  I love bartending but I love PR more!  Can not wait for more opportunities like this.


Outfit:
Skirt - Guess
Turtleneck - Jacob
Necklace - Tiffany's
Socks - Betsey Johnson
Boots - Aldo
New boots - BCBG 
New flats - BCBG
Blazer (first picture) - Zara


XO Veronica

Outfit - Cut out shoulders

"If you're going to have two faces, at least make one of them pretty." 
-Marilyn Monroe

If there is one thing to value in life it is the ability to be real.  Make decisions honestly and only interact with people who are not fake, and will say the same thing to your face as they do behind your back.  I have never minded criticism, but it really hurts when someone pretends to feel one way about you and then the truth does not come out until later.

My advice is to listen to your intuition and to surround yourself with positive, honest people who will tell you when you are having a bad hair day but not just say it behind your back to the girl sitting beside them.

I had a really great class today about emotional intelligence and it really hit some chords with me, I am so far from childhood but I still feel like there are childish immature tendencies I still possess that I need to re-evaluate and move away from, as well as the men and friends in my life who lack the ability to be positive, passionate, and above all real.


Life is short.  Take chances.  Don't waste your time on people who do not deserve your time.  Laugh, a lot.  Live honestly, love passionately, don't dwell on the past but do not hide from it because it makes you who you are today.  End rant. :)


I just wanted to post some pictures that were taken while fooling around with my Rebel and hanging with my friend Jessica.  She is naturally gorgeous and has great style, we love dressing up and getting ready together.  The pictures were actually while we were on our way out the door to go shopping.  We go out a lot together but never seem to take pictures, we are usually too worried about being on time and trying to look good while facing sub zero temperatures in this snow-covered country.  We will get some creative shoots done soon, we are both also very busy with school, she's doing interior decorating and I'm in PR.

On me:
Boots - Aldo
Top - Guess
Necklace - Tiffany's
Bracelet - Banff


"Don't be reckless with other people's hearts, and don't put up with people who are reckless with yours." - Unknown