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Ordinary…

On February 4, 2009 · 32 Comments · In Uncategorized
Hello Darlings, Well, today was an ordinary day... school, study... ooh yea, and babysitting my 5 year old cousin. He and I had a blast watching Transformers movie. Aanyways, on to the important issues and posts coming up: 1) V-day Enough said... Whats a girl to wear? What are you planning on wearing ( if celebrating)? 2) Spring Wardrobe Well, it is -20 and I am already planning out my spring wardrobe. Leather jacket was the starting point. Definitely something so post about...hehe
What do you think are this Spring essentials? What are you planning on buying?
3) Shopping on a Student Budget. Over a certain period of time, I've received comments and e-mails asking" How can I afford/organize my wardrobe on a student budget?" I actually have quite a technique that works for me and does not require crazy amounts of money. So, I will definately make a post regarding that in the near future...I am actually really thrilled to do it.
If there's anything you would want me to talk about, do not hesitate to ask. I am always open to any questions/suggestions.
My Favorite Nook
Well, today's outfit was pretty simple...I was too lazy to be creative and really didn't want to go to my German class. One thing I've learned in University is DON'T START A LANGUAGE IN A UNIVERSITY. It will slowly murder you.... like German is murdering me now. But a girl's got to do what a girl's got to do....get a tutor ( as if 4 hour lectures are not enough)
But no serious damage done here.... A trip to Starbucks after class was all it took to make things better... And After a Grande Mocha and 3 chocolate cupcakes I was ready for homework, AGAIN.
I am wearing: YMC Socu Wool Cardigan Gap Pima Cotton Tee Corpus Skinnies in Ash Kimberly Baker Dove Necklace Michael Kors Booties
Sure, designers can make their " affordable" tees costing $100 but for me nothing beats GAP pima cotton tees with a little pocket. I have them in few colors. Not only are they soft... but are very flattering.
I bet many of you wonder... why do I always take picture in the same place.Well... 1) I hate taking pics in public... I'm kind of shy in that way. 2) It is like -20 outside. 3) I like taking pics in the privacy of my room with nobody's help. I just place my camera on a shelf and point towards my favorite nook. hehe... no fancy photography skills here.
Tip: If you live in cold climate ( like me) invest in a cute sweater that's warm and basic. Although I paid nearly $200 for this cardi... I've been wearing it non stop. Comfy, cute, super warm, and goes with about anything. It will work perfectly in the spring and fall. And because the quality is amazing and the cut is pretty classic it will probably last me a few winters.I really really love it, as well.
Anyways, back I go... I am writing a textbook review for my research. So not fun.
I wish you all an amazing day !!!
With Love... Marta
Sources: Costume Magazine; La Couturier

Post-Impressionist Boredom ….

On September 28, 2008 · 24 Comments · In Uncategorized
Hello Darlings, It's been a long week and a longer weekend bombarded with school work .... even right this moment, I am reviewing my Post - Impressionist notes.... kill me now,lol.... As my stress levels rise so do my spending, and here's my theory
STRESS + SHOPPING = MORE STRESS
and this is why, shopping gives me lots of joy but realizing that you spent around a grand this month is when you feel even more stresses out and realize that this is a never ending circle .... oooh well... Although I realize that most of the people out there love to shop, but to what extent? Is it just a for fun or is it really an addiction? I decided to do a little research and check out some of the facts that I found:
Lets get the facts straight
  • Compulsive buying can be though of as a chronic tendency to purchase products far in excess of a person's needs and resources.
  • Part of the problem, experts say, is that compulsive shopping is often viewed favorably rather than being treated as a problem.
  • An average of nearly 6% of the U.S. population fits the compulsive-buyer build.
  • The spending problem afflicts men and women at the about the same rate.
  • Like other addictions, shopping fills some kind of a void. In the past research, marketing professor Edwards found that compulsive buyers all had certain personality types, such as low self-esteem, a tendency towards fantasizing and to be vulnerable to depression and high anxiety.
I think that a little shopping here and there as a "pick me up" is a sign of a developing addiction...but I still like to believe that I can control myself and still shop with reason/logic.
So here's my question to you:
  • DO YOU THINK THAT YOU ARE A SHOPAHOLIC?
  • IF SO, DO YOU HAVE WAYS/METHODS TO CONTROL YOUR SPENDING?
  • IF YOU'RE NOT A SHOP-ADDICT THEN WHAT WOULD YOU RECOMMEND TO THOSE WHO ARE?
FEEDING MY " NASTY LITTLE HABIT"
Now on a more positive note.... My goodies have arrived in the mail and I also picked up a few things in between, including a beautiful pair of Juicy boots .... here's a little peak, on a side note... these were planned purchases....Justified? Maybe , lol
Juicy Couture Italian Leather Boots - $622, on sale for $360
Soia&Kyo Annisa Z Wool Coat - $330 YMC Wool Cardigan - $176; BCBG Wool Sweater - $166, on sale for $60 H&M Stripped Dress - $34.99 Miss Sixty Knee Socks - $ 18 Givenchy Floral Tights - $15 I am so excited for it to get colder... and to share the outfits with you :)
Girly Tomboy :P
The hockey season finally began and I got a chance to catch one of the first games this Friday: Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Pittsburg Penguins....I love going to the hockey games....the game, the spirit, the cheering ,and the booze...lol always lots of fun :)
I am wearing: YMC Wool Cardigan-$176 Idylle Tee -$40 J brand skinnie- $158,on sale for $98 Minnetonka's- $44 Gap Leather Hobo - $21o I decided to wear my new cardigan which is more perfect then I ever expected ... I tried to keep it really casual but cute. I really didn't want to be that girl wearing stilettos to a hockey game...which is very common, not sure why... WOULD YOU WEAR STILETTOS TO A SPORTS EVENT?
Earlier that day I had a meeting with couple of profs. and decided to sometimes more professional by pairing a pair of wide leg trousers...I definately love that this cardigan is very versatile. I adore it
I am wearing: YMC Wool Cardigan-$176; French Connection Belle Trousers - $169, on sale for $89 AA Sheer Rib Scoop Back Tee - $36
Browns Couture Italian Leather Flats - $248, on sale for $56
My Shopping Outfit ... It was still relatively warm and I decided to get one last use out of my fav. floral summer top.
I am wearing: Spring & Clifton V-Neck Cardi - $209 Sans Souci Floral Open Back Shirt - $73 Corpus Alpha in Cracked Skinnies - $230 Juicy Couture Flats - $195 Swarowski Love Charm Bracellet - a gift from Andrew Pearl Earing - a gift H&M Head Band - $2.99
" You're it " - Tagged by DapperKid
I would like to thank the awesome DapperKid for tagging me in a 25 most recently played music list.
So here it is ... ( although I am not sure that I will be able to take it to 25) 1. So What - Pink 2. Push - Enrique Iglesias 3. Just Dance - Lady GaGa 4. Dancing Queen - ABBA 5. Lay all of your love on me - ABBA 6. Fragma - Toca ME 7. When I grow up - Pussycat Dolls 8.What Ever Happened - Strokes 9. Now we are free - the song from Gladiator 10. L'incendie - Vanessa Paradis 11. Nothing like you and I - the perishers 12. When we dance - sting 13. Turn me up - Benny Benassi 14. Desert Rose - Sting 15. Bring Sally up - Moby 16. I don't want to miss a thing - Aerosmith ( my favorite song of all times) 17. Du Hast - Ramstein 18. All about us - TATU 19. Paper Planes - M.I.A 20. Keep Getting Better - Christina Aguilera
I decided to tag the beutiful Lisa from LeeseLooks... all you have to do is list your recent 25 played songs ... Enjoy :)
Well, it turned out to be a must longer post then I expect and it is time for me to return to my daily " tortures" .....
I wish you all a lovely MONDAY and keep smiling :)
With Love... MARTA
Sourced Used: LiveScience article on " The Truth About Shopaholics;Saks