SEVENTY-SEVEN/ summer festivals

This winter has been long and hard for most of us in North America and one of the sure signs that summer is on its way is that festivals all over Canada and the US release their lineups. Like I've said many many times, seeing live music is probably my favourite thing in the world to do and going to music festivals is always the highlight of my summer. I've been to Osheaga a handful of times, I've traveled to Toronto for outdoor shows and festivals and I've been going to local festivals ever since I can remember. This year I'm going to have a hard choice to make.

SIXTY-SIX/ birthday and christmas lust list

This is a bit of a lust list for my birthday (December 16th - mark your calenders!) and Christmas. I just want to make it clear to all my close family and friends - I'm not begging for you to get me these items. All I want from you guys is to see you on or around my birthday and to maybe split a bottle of wine and a wheel of brie around Christmas time - okay? I'm just nosy and I LOVE seeing other blogger's wishlists, so I thought I should join in on the fun and make one of my own. I added the links to buy the items if you're interested in buying them for yourself or gifting them to a loved one.

1. Louis Vuitton Neverfull GM in Monogram Canvas 2. Kate Spade black cat silicone iPhone 5 case 3. H&M leopard print lint roller 4. Joe Fresh Matte Lipstick (any colour) 5. 'AM' by Arctic Monkeys (CD) 6. TOMS black canvas shoes 7. Kate Spade 2014 17-month agenda 8. 'It's Kind of a Funny Story' by Ned Vizzini 9. 'Reflektor' by Arcade Fire (CD) 10. Marc Jacobs 'Honey' perfume set
11.  KIPPAN Loveseat from Ikea

FIFTY-EIGHT/ if i had a million dollars

It's no secret that I obsess over designer items, it's honestly like an addiction to me. I scroll through countless online shops and browse through tons of brick and mortar stores looking at amazing pieces that I'll never be able to afford - I don't know why I torture myself. Some people like to go to museums and look at the unbelievable art there, I prefer high end stores. I'm weird like that.

So far I've acquired some of my dream pieces, but the problem with fashion is that styles change every season. I've just been sticking with secondhand classic pieces that won't ever go out of style; it's more practical and wallet friendly. But of course every few months something new comes out that totally sweeps me off my feet and makes me look at my bank account and cringe. I keep telling myself that someday it'll happen, and I hope that someday comes soon. Sometimes I feel as though I'm far too materialistic for my own good...

ANYWAY, here are some pieces that I'm currently dying over from current collections, classic collections and past collections. They are mostly footwear, scarves or handbags seeing as the vast majority of designers do not make clothing in my size, not to mention the fact that I crave accessories.

Some of these items are obtainable, like the Michael Kors watch and the Kate Spade bangle, and some of them will probably torment me for the rest of my life, like the Chanel bag.

1. Louis Vuitton 'Neverfull' GM 2. Giuseppe Zanotti for Balmain buckle boots 3. Michael Kors silver 'Chronograph' watch 4. Kate Spade "Lights, Camera, Action / Steal The Show" bangle 5. Chanel 'Large Classic Flap Bag' 6. Charlotte Olympia red suede 'Bisoux' slippers 7. Tiffany & Co. Ziegfeld Collection black "Spinel" ring 8. Alexander McQueen tan leopard/skull print cashmere pashmina  9. Balenciaga 'Giant 12 Silver Town Bag' in black 10. Burberry stud detail belted rain boots 11. Christian Louboutin 'Gine' black and grey velvet flats

* I could have easily made this into a post about the designer handbags I want, but I decided to hold off on that. Another post for another day, possibly. I only added the three handbags I've been lusting after for what seems like forever. | All thoughts are my own, this post is no way sponsored by any of the mentioned retailers. | All images are referenced back to their original sources.

TWENTY-ONE/ birthday wishlist

Christmas is a huge deal at my house.  I'm sure my mother likes to think of herself as Mrs. Claus and when I say she goes all out, you have to believe me. Today is November 18th and we currently have not one but two Christmas trees up and fully decorated - and it doesn't stop there, we have another tree and more decorations to be put up. But, before Christmas comes the real holiday, my birthday! (December 16th, mark your calenders!!)

I've decided to compile a bit of a fantasy wish-list for both occasions. I say fantasy because all I truly want from my parents is a bit of money to go towards tuition for when I (hopefully) start college (again) in September, and for the rest of the people I'm close with to be happy and healthy. I know, lame right? I'm usually a lot more materialistic than this. Well, I guess this is growing up.

What are some items on your holiday wish lists? Or are you like me and have absolutely no idea? If you don't celebrate Christmas, what are some items you're dying to get your hands on within the next couple of months?

1) Marc by Marc Jacobs Purse 2) Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Wingman' wallet 3) The North by Stars on Vinyl 4) Printed leggings (images from New Look) 5) Hello Kitty Forever (F21) scarf print pillow 6) Lipsticks (image) 7) Jager (image) 8) Marc by Marc Jacobs watch 9) Red velvet creepers by Agyness Deyn x Dr. Martens 10) HP laptop

EIGHTEEN/ new look wishlist

I have wasted countless hours of my life online crying over beautiful items that I'll never be able to afford or fit into. It is like torture, I find the perfect piece, then I notice the price tag. Sometimes, I even try to justify the ridiculous price that some retailers place on their items until I notice that they only go up to like a size 8. I could always find ways to pay for things, but I'm never losing the weight to be that size, let's be realistic. So I weep, contemplate buying two and stitching them together, cry some more and then I go on my little safe corner on the internet - New Look. Although I adore New Look, I don't order much from there because: a) it's a UK retailer and duty is a pain and b) they don't put the measurements for specific items online, but I really do love this website. I've ordered from there in the past and I've been really lucky when it comes to fit and their quality is surprisingly good (compared to similar brands). So here's a little list of items that I'm currently lusting over at New Look that I'll probably never actually order. A girl can dream though, right?

1/ Furry Leopard Jacket 2/ Sequined Skirt 3/ Creepers 4/ PU Skirt 5/ Faux Fur Vest

 6/ Leopard Kitty Flats 7/ Black Glitter Booties 8/ Blue Clutch 9/ Black Sleeveless Blouse 

10/ Orange Tunic 11/ Spiked Necklace

All images belong to New Look. This post was not sponsored or endorsed in any way, all thoughts are my own.