Five Things: Small Luxury

The week started unexpectedly on a high note. I've never been keen to last minute plans, but I would have to say I didn't regret saying yes when an old friend of mine invited me to go out Sunday night. If it wasn't the fact that I knew him so well, I would have probably stayed in my pjs and went to bed early that day. Not only did I have a great time mingling and meeting different people I finally gave myself a well deserved 12 hour "beauty sleep" after spending an entire week waking up at 5am everyday for classes and appointments. I would have to say that drinking champagne the night prior has its benefits... :)    

Since I might not be celebrating my birthday this year, my friend decided to spoil me with a bottle of Louis Roederer 2004 Crystal Champagne. Early birthday gift he says.

Homemade comfort food at its best - Gratinée à l'oignon aka French Onion Soup (Yes, I burnt it a bit under the broiler. It was delicious nonetheless.)

M.A.C Cosmetics x Marilyn Monroe launch party invitation. Can't wait! 

My staple lifestyle and entertainment guide by an inspiring (and one of my favorite) blogger, Emily Schuman.

Newest hangout place every Thursday afternoon: Cacao 70

Five Things: Reunion

[New 5inch beauties]

I think I managed to find a relatively good balance between work and fun this week. I got to spend another great weekend with my girlfriends; sunbathing in the Old Port, eating out in the village and chit-chatting over a good bottle of Sauvignon. Knowing that we won’t be able to see each other as often as soon as the semester starts (mind you in a few weeks), we all tried to enjoy each other’s company while we can. As for the redecoration going on at home, my parents are going through the color picking process for the rooms in the house. I just cannot wait till it’s all over and to finally see some results after hearing them bickering about it for the past month. I have another great weekend in store for me. It’s still summer afterall… :)

[Favorite shisha lounge/café in the city]

[Weird English at the asian grocery store; Favor Swallow?]

[Blueberry Boy Bait in the making]

[Very special package from Japan]

Five Things: Renew

[Amazing night out with the bff at Moomba]

This week was all about starting fresh. My parents are under the hype of redecorating the entire house thus dragging my poor soul to every furniture/decorating stores there is in the city. Knowing how they have picked the wrong person to go shopping with, we all end up agreeing on most of the furniture that we got. It was not easy though. In exchange of putting aside my expensive taste, my mother have (reluctantly) agreed to redecorate my entire bedroom (muahaha). It was an offer i could not say no to. Aside from all the decorating madness going on, my week was positively packed ever since i got back from vacay. Got to spend quality times with my amazing friends as well as enjoying the great weather in the city. My only complaint is the lack of sleep I've been getting due to nighttime being the only time of the day where brain actually goes through a process of deep thinking. But whatever. I’m really I looking forward to a much-needed restful weekend. My first weekend off from work in the longest time!

[White porcelain plateau for my perfume collection + new YSL La Parisienne]

[Mini bouquet arrangement of daisies and carnations]

[Homemade Ice latte - Watch'out Starbuck!]

[Waking up to her every morning]

Five Things - Chicago & Michigan

[The Chicago Theater]

A family reunion was due ever since my cousin announced her pregnancy back in October. I couldn’t be happier seeing everyone again during my week vacation in the US. Chicago reminded me a lot of New York, but definitely has a special thing of its own; I’ve never seen so many tall skyscrapers! As for good ‘old Michigan, it felt like home. Put aside the little drama with a certain evil step aunt, I have not had this much fun in a while. If there’s one thing I learned during this trip is that my cousins definitely bring out the good and bad in me whenever I’m with them (lamp post/ stripper pole haha). I already miss my beautiful niece and my big family. A week was not enough but I am looking forward to see everyone again when they’ll come to Montreal next year.

[Chipotle - Hands down, BEST BURRITO EVER]

[Sunset at Tunnel Park Beach, MI]

[Baby Amillia smiling in her sleep :*)]

[My new baby]

Five Things - Summer

[Tanning outside on a beautiful day.]

With an extremely busy weekend coming its way, i'm already half way done packing for my week trip to Chicago. I'm more than excited to see my family again and even though its a short stay, a little gateway outside of Montreal is really needed. I'm in the process of slowly enjoying my summer since exams are over and i'm quite surprise that i find time to do all the things i wanted so far. I do have to say that advance meticulous planning makes everything better. Hopefully i can be as calm as i am right now when the semester start at the end of August.

[Bright summer lacquers from Essie: Mint Candy Apple, Haute as Hello, Cute as a Button]

[Summer read (and new favorite book): One Day by David Nicholls]

[Special delivery from Vancouver BC. Thank you Rosalind xoxo]

[Coral ethnic pattern maxi skirt/dress from Olivia]