The moment

I read this in the Metro newspaper this morning.   I just had to share:

The moment we open our eyes in the morning and come into consciousness is a precious opportunity.  At this moment, our ability to create the day is at its most powerful, and we can offer ourselves fully to the creative process by filling this moment with whatever inspires us most.  It may be that we want to be more generous, or it may be that we want to try to be more open to beauty in our daily lives. 

--Natasha Dern, Host of Buddha Lounge

Metro Newspaper, June 26, 2012

YSL Workshop

 I participated in the YSL Workshop today at the Bay.   I  learned several new tips and tricks, which made it worth spending the time alone.  I do admit I am a sucker for gifts and freebies though.   There was a gift for participating in the workshop.  I also got a gift for pre-ordering items.

I received a dual eye shadow in neutral colours for participating in the workshop.

For pre-ordering items, I received a mini gift pouch filled with 75ml Toner/Cleanser, YSL Bracelet, Black mini eye liner, mini mascara and 20ml cleansing foam.

At the end, each of us were able to get our makeup done.   Below is a photo of my eye makeup.  The makeup really made my brown eyes pop.   The lady did a really great job on my eyes - the photo doesnt do it any justice.

Here are some pics from the YSL Workshop lead by Dell Ashely that took place this afternoon.  Sorry some of them are blurry, and a bit dark.

Product Display

Another display

Handsome and nice gentleman serving appetizers

Appetizer

Dell Ashley

Dell Ashley talking about the YSL Skincare line

I'm looking forward to my one-on-one makeup application done by Dell Ashley himself tomorrow!

Karen Miller

While shopping at the Primm Outlet mall, I discovered a new retail store.  Its not new, but its new to me.  Its called Karen Millen.   I believe that this is a high end UK designer brand.   It is available in the US but not in Canada.  As I walked through the shop, I loved almost every pair of shoes they sold!  They do sell clothing as well, I just didn't have enough time to check it out!

The shoes at Karen Millen regularly sell at the retail price of $200 - $600 I believe.

I couldn't believe the deal I got on the following two heels!
Original retail value:  Between $200 - $300 each.
My price:   ~ $30 each.

 

My favourite buy were these heels below, made with Swarovski crystals.
Original retail value:  $599.
My price:  much less than half price.  I promised I wouldnt say.  ;)

I cant wait to wear them all!

The Precis dress is MINE!

I posted about a dress that I fell in love with in April.   I just couldn't justify buying it, one for the price, and two, I don't know where I would wear it.  I don't own any long dresses, and have no idea where I would wear it.    Well, guess what?!

I was doing some shopping to prepare for my trip to Vegas, and was walking through the Bay at Square One.   Then, the dress came to mind, and I decided to go and see if they had it still, and at that location.   They did!   Not only that, it was on sale, and there was only two left, one of which was in my size and fit perfectly!!!!   How could I say no?!  Vegas was the perfect excuse to buy it, especially under the circumstances (last one, and on sale).

That definitely made my day!

Here is the dress:

And here is the dress on me:

The dress did get me a lot of attention.   It shows more cleavage than I am used to, and comfortable with, but I am very happy with this buy.

Will miss Betsey Johnson

Its sad to say that Betsey Johnson will be going out of business.   I have been a devoted follower and shopper of the brand for some years now.

Today the prices had been slashed even more to 40% off the lowest price on everything.

I dropped by Betsey Johnson today, to pick up a pair of earrings.   Only a pair of earrings, as I have already done some crazy shopping at the outlet in Vaughan Mills in Toronto, and also at Primm Outlet in Las Vegas.   I should have known better.   I ended up with not only that pair of earrings, but also a cute ring, 3 dresses and this watch (see below)!

I was actually tempted to buy more, but stopped myself, as I wanted to wait and see what is left when the prices get slashed even further.   For the items I did buy, I didnt want to take that risk.

The Vaughan Mills Outlet has officially closed I'm told and their remaining items have been sent to the Yorkville location.   Many items are only in single pieces, including the dresses I bought, so its come and get them while you can.    I even checked out the BetseyJohnson.com website, and there isnt really anything of my taste left to buy online!

I am really going to miss the cute and fun styles of Betsey Johnson.  Not sure how I will fill that void, but I am happy to hear that the brand will still be sold at the Bay in Canada and Macy's in the US.

Fun Betsey Johnson Watch